Wilderness skills camps and programs

Camp Nominingue  

Mont-Tremblant

An English boys' camp in Quebec, Nominingue offers the ultimate outdoor experience: living in a tent with the opportunity of going on wilderness canoe trips. It is the place where your summer adventure begins!

Teen Ranch  

Caledon

Just an hour from the GTA, a traditional Christian summer camp & year round retreat facility, specializing in developing youth through horse, hockey, adventure, bmx, soccer, figure skate, ninja warrior, WHAM & day camps.

InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Halkirk  

Halkirk

Circle Square Ranch is a children's summer camp providing adventure filled camp experiences. One of nine InterVarsity Camps across Canada, our programs include horsemanship, climbing, archery, swimming and so much more!

InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Big Clear Lake  

Hamilton; Huntsville; Land O' Lakes Tourist Region

Circle Square Ranch is a life changing Christian summer camp for kids and teens ages 6-17. We offer a wide range of activities including horseback riding, water sports and ropes. Your summer adventure starts here!

Outward Bound Canada  

Kananaskis; Vancouver Island; Throughout Canada; Grand Manan; Algonquin Park

Est 1969. Inspiring, challenging journeys of self-discovery in the outdoors. Join an authentic, transformational adventure to see Canada at its finest, reach beyond your own boundaries, and tap in to your true potential.

Kortright Summer Nature Day Camp  

Vaughan

An outdoor adventure day camp surrounded by nature just north of Toronto for ages 4 to 16. Each week campers experience outdoor cookouts, crafts, games, activities, campfires and live animals.

Claremont Nature Centre  

Pickering

Nature based summer day and overnight camp led by Ontario Certified Teachers. Spend days outdoors exploring ponds, creeks, wetlands meadows and forests!

Albion Hills Field Centre  

Caledon

A nature-focused camp in a conservation park. Cozy dorms, delicious food, caring staff and lots of time outside being a kid. We help your child build confidence and independence through adventure, leadership & teamwork.

Harbourfront Centre Camps  

Harbourfront, Toronto

Since 1979, Harbourfront Centre Camps has provided a a unique setting in which learning and fun intersect. Our campers gain life skills through meaningful participation and in all facets of arts and contemporary culture.

The Pine Project  

Bloor West Village, Toronto; East York, Toronto; Minden

Get outside this summer and discover your full potential! As Ontario's leading nature connection organization, our outdoor day and overnight camps empower kids to explore nature, try new things and build resilience.

Glen Bernard Camp  

Huntsville

A traditional overnight summer camp for girls offering wilderness adventure, horseback riding, sailing, swimming and lifesaving, arts and many other activities!

Safari Zoo Camp  

Clarington

The only residential summer camp of its kind in the world, participants work hands on alongside professional animal care staff to care for a variety of animals, many rare and endangered.

UCC Summer Life  

Forest Hill, Toronto

A Co-ed Summer Enrichment Experience in the Heart of Toronto, Canada for International and Local Students ages 10 to 16.

Camp Can-Aqua  

Haliburton Highlands; Oakville; Ottawa

A traditional camp with diverse programming & exceptional instruction, we believe in teaching kids compromise, patients & empathy. Fun is a given. Through thoughtful & individualized programming, our campers thrive here.

Kandalore  

Minden

Kandalore is the finest traditional summer camp in Canada, providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. Specialized leadership programs for 16 and 17 year olds.

Crescent Camps & Summer Programs  

North Toronto, Toronto

Our Camps and Programs reflect Crescent School's excellence in academics, robotics, athletics, business, the arts and leadership, with highly qualified, enthusiastic instructors and staff in our exceptional facilities.

Camp Mini-Yo-We  

Huntsville

Camp Mini-Yo-We is a traditional, Christian overnight camp offering amazing activities, innovative programs, dedicated staff and a safe place for campers to stretch and grow.

Northwaters & Langskib Canoe Tripping Programs  

Temagami

Wilderness canoe adventures with heart & meaning in separate boys, girls and coed programs. Trips weave together challenge, community and confidence to connect youth to the land, each other, and their own unique spirit.

InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Alberta  

Rocky Mountain House; Calgary

Pioneer Camp Alberta is a Christian summer camp with two beautiful locations in Sundre & Rocky Mountain House, AB. Get ready for exploration, adventure,creation, challenge, growth, skill development, and of course, fun!

Camp Pathfinder  

Algonquin Park

Est. 1914. A traditional boys' summer camp, island campus in Algonquin. Full in-camp program. Water, land and camp skills. Wilderness canoe trips, Spectacular setting. Exceptional staff. Positive masculine culture. Fun!

InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Pacific  

Thetis Island; Vancouver

One of nine Inter-Varsity Camps, Pioneer Pacific offers Christian summer camp and leadership programs for kids from 7-18, and includes a wide range of activities such as sailing, archery, kayaking and more.

Olympia Sports Camp  

Huntsville

We offer kids professional instruction, guidance to grow & excel while having fun! Choose from over 90 programs in Sport, Leadership, Adventure, Art, Recreation, Self-Discovery & Fitness.

Camp Ecolart  

Montreal; Vancouver; West Vancouver

A premium summer and winter camp for boys and girls 4 to 17 years old offering more than 15 different programs in their summer overnight and day camp, and a skiing/snowboarding program in the March break camp.

Camp IAWAH  

Westport

Eastern Ontario summer camp, nestled on the shores of Wolfe Lake 15 minutes from Westport. Activities at Iawah include leadership building, archery tag, canoeing, cake decorating, programming and turf sports.

Haliburton Hockey Haven Sports Camp  

Haliburton

Located north of Toronto, this multi-sport camp offers the athlete a custom experience mixed with traditional camp fun. Major sports include hockey, golf, wakeboarding, and tennis. We Deliver Greatness!

Camp Muskoka  

Bracebridge

Boost your camper's self-confidence in a fun, safe & supportive community. Great staff, delicious food, comfy modern lodging and a variety of over 50 activities to choose from!

InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Ontario  

Huntsville

An award winning Christian summer camp in Muskoka for ages five to 17 featuring dozens of awesome activities, teen programs in leadership development and wilderness adventure & unforgettable experiences for every camper!

InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand River  

Brantford

Both a day camp and an overnight camp, offering exciting programs such as horsemanship, swimming, high ropes, climbing wall, archery, campfires, tomahawks, and many more. Excellent Leadership Camps available for teens.

Camp Couchiching  

Orillia

Beautiful forests, rolling fields and lots of lakeside waterfront are waiting for you only 1.5 hours from Toronto. Camp Couchiching focuses on individual development and challenge by choice, We are all levels of awesome!

Encounters with Canada  

Ottawa

A leadership program, where teens develop civic leadership skills, learn about Canadian institutions, meet famous and accomplished Canadians, and explore exciting career options

Branksome Hall Day Camps  

Rosedale, Toronto

A co-ed day camp featuring Dance, Tennis, Soccer, Musical Theatre, Robotics, Photography, Film, Adventure and more. Home base for our camps is Branksome's new, state-of-the-art Athletics and Wellness Centre.

Camp Kawartha  

Peterborough; Lakefield

Traditional summer camp fostering self-esteem, leadership & environmental stewardship. Campers are encouraged to be creative, in touch with nature & be themselves in a non-competitive environment.

City of Toronto - Specialty Plus Camps  

Bathurst Manor/Clanton Park, Toronto; Brampton

Looking to enjoy nature and being outdoors, these camps are for you! Camp Naorca & Camp Claireville both provide fun, hands-on opportunities to discover the hidden wonders and importance of Toronto’s parks and gardens.

Lakefield Camp International  

Lakefield

Lakefield Camp is a traditional Canadian overnight summer camp that offers various outdoor & indoor land/water sports & activities, from sailing to theater arts, a complete ropes course, language classes & so much more!

Camp Tamakwa  

Algonquin Park

With an incredibly diversified program, campers develop important life skills, build self-confidence, foster lifelong friendships and return home with an enriched outlook - that there is life and fun without technology!

Camp Davern  

Eastern Lanark County

Eastern Ontario summer camp where kids participate in a variety of activities and sports including rope courses, leadership and more.

Fraser Lake Camp  

Bancroft

We are a not-for-profit overnight camp on a private 275 acre waterfront property. We offer kayaking, rock climbing, arts and crafts, new lodging cabins, and most importantly a safe, supportive inclusive environment.

Camp Wabikon  

Temagami

An experience kids love. A family parents trust. Wabikon is sleepover camp for boys and girls ages 6-17. Campers from around the world feel like part of the family and enjoy activities on a challenge-by-choice basis.

Camp Frenda  

Port Carling

Summer camp in the heart of Muskoka. Activities include horseback riding, rock climbing, water skiing, rocketry, archery, and many others.

Willowgrove Day Camp  

Whitchurch - Stouffville

Located on a private 100 acre farm property that includes a forest, pond, clean running creek, sports fields, play grounds, in-ground swimming pools, wall climbing gym, animal barn, apple orchard , corn maze and more.

Ranch Massawippi  

Roxton Pond

A very unique camp since it is specialized in horseback riding and offers a variety of outdoor activities at the same time. Our 40 ponies and school horses make us a well renown camp in Quebec, for the past 59 years.

YMCA Camps Belwood, Ki-Wa-Y and Wabanaki  

Waterloo; Fergus; Huntsville

The K-W YMCA's 3 camps offer a range of activities including a high ropes course and climbing wall, canoe tripping, bmx biking, sailing, kayaking, crafts, archery, and more. March Break programs also available.

The Taylor Statten Camps  

Algonquin Park

Camp Ahmek and Camp Wapomeo offer a balance of canoe tripping and programming. Activities include swimming, canoeing, arts & crafts, horseback riding, sailing and more. Canoe trips range in length from 2 to 50 days.

Camp Kodiak  

Parry Sound

Fun! Friends! Success! An integrated overnight summer camp for children & teens with and without ADHD, LD, and high-functioning ASD. We provide a SOCIAL SKILLS program, ACADEMIC program and 50+ activities.

Camp Cherith - Ontario  

Southern Bruce County

This Christian camp includes focuses on theatre arts, horseback riding, canoe tripping and more, situated in the heart of Grey-Bruce in south central Ontario.

InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Manitoba  

Shoal Lake

Come and explore the wilderness under trained staff who will guide you into amazing adventures and outdoor experiences. You will learn life skills, build friendships, and have tons of outdoor fun!

HUMBER ARBORETUM NATURE CAMPS  

Rexdale, Toronto

A nature-focused exploration and adventure camp set within a beautiful urban green space. This hands-on camp helps children foster an appreciation for the the many wonders of the natural world.

Wilvaken  

Magog

Bilingual (Fr/En) summer experience with water and land sports: sailing, water-skiing, windsurfing, archery, horseback riding, and hiking/canoeing out trips and more. Spend the summer with campers from around the world!

Camp Ponacka  

Bancroft

Ponacka boys say camp is "home away from home". A strong emphasis on individual growth in the context of having the most fun ever, learning skills, developing lifelong friendships and great food. What could be better?

Camp Oconto  

Sharbot Lake

Founded in 1924, Oconto is a traditional girls overnight camp located on the beautiful shores of Eagle Lake north of Kingston, Ontario. Over 20 activities are offered on 80 acres of land and 2km of shoreline.

Camp Kahuna  

Burlington; Milton

Halton region camp offering leadership training and an extraordinary camp program that will exceed your expectations. We fuse traditional camp activities with the extraordinary.

Base de Plein Air Jean-Jeune  

Laurentians

Learn and practice your french while playing with our experienced bilingual staff. ALL PROGRAMS ARE HELD IN FRENCH. Have a blast at our summer camp while being in the outdoors.

Camp Bil-O-Wood  

Blind River

A traditional, outdoor, athletic, & life skills camp for kids 7 - 17. Exceptional camping & canoeing. Over 30 sports & activities for kids from Canada, US, & Europe; family operated for 74 yrs. An awesome experience!

Shadow Lake Centre  

Whitchurch - Stouffville

A summer camp for children, youth, and adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities. Accessible activities that include sports, swimming, arts and crafts, and lots of music.

YMCA-YWCA of the National Capital Region  

Ottawa

Choose active and fun Neighbourhood day camps close to home, with themed weeks and out trips, OR a traditional outdoor day (or overnight) experience at Camp Otonabee with ropes, paddling, nature hikes, swimming and more

Camp Wanapitei  

Temagami

Wilderness canoe-tripping camp based in Northern Ontario, paddling Ontario, Quebec, and the Territories. A strong tripping program is complemented by caring staff, community focus and a diverse in-camp program.

Camp Edphy International Canada  

Val-Morin

An international summer camp offering quality language and sports camps for children aged 4 to 17. Come and discover a multitude of sports and activities for an unforgettable summer stay.

Fire Fly Stables  

Hamilton

Learn to ride English on well trained horses. Daily riding lessons, theory & practical in the barn, arts/crafts, team building and of course a few camp traditions. Year round lessons with all weather riding facilities.

Ross Creek Centre for the Arts  

Canning

SummerArts combines the best of camp with the best of the arts, with great food, a full rec schedule, campfire, and of course a core of incredible arts programming, all on a beautiful campus overlooking the Bay of Fundy.

Hollows Camp  

Bradford

A traditional overnight and day camp located 1 hour north of Toronto. Activities include: canoeing & kayaking, archery, paintball, tennis, trampoline/circus, horseback riding, bushcraft, drama, arts, and swimming.

Camp Hurontario  

Mactier

A traditional overnight camp with a variety of activities and sports including sailing, arts and crafts, leadership building and more.

Black Creek Pioneer Village Day Camp  

Downsview, Toronto

An educational day camp for children 5 to 12. Kids get to experience life in the 1860s while playing games and learning new skills.

Bear Creek Outdoor Centre  

Renfrew; Ottawa

We are a small camp with a spectacular community of campers and staff. We focus on having a great time building interpersonal skills and connecting with each other in a fantastic natural setting.

Canadian Adventure Camp  

Temagami

A true adventure camp with the very best staff. Choose from a Traditional General Camp Program or specialize in Trampoline, Gymnastics, Aerials (circus) or Wakeboarding & Water Skiing.

Cedar Ridge Camp  

Bancroft

Cedar Ridge Camp is a wonderful place where campers have the opportunity to get outside and develop friendships.

YMCA of Southwestern Ontario Overnight Camps  

London; Leamington; Port Severn

The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario offers two amazing overnight camps for campers aged 5-16 - YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth (CQE) in Georgian Bay Islands National Park and YMCA Camp Henry in Point Pelee National Park.

Toronto Brigantine  

Kingston; Regent Park, Toronto; Southern Niagara Region

A safe and challenging environment aboard the Tall Ship TS Playfair on the Great Lakes (Ontario, Erie, Huron). Develop leadership skills, confidence and friends as you work together as a team.

Camp Celtic  

Bruce Peninsula

Situated on Ontario's Bruce Peninsula, near Lions Head, this traditional overnight summer camp features specialized instruction in land &water sports, fine arts, performing arts, out-tripping, and nature activities.

The Laird House Adventure Camp  

Brampton

We offer eco-friendly sports camp/year round programs for youth 8-14. Created & taught by Certified Ontario Teachers they include: gardening, re-cycling natural resources, basketball, beach volleyball, badminton & more!

Power4Teens  

Bloor West Village, Toronto; Port Carling

A unique, intimate small camp experience. Getting outdoors, amazing life lessons on self esteem, empowerment, self understanding, the beach, pool, Stand up paddle boarding, boxing, yoga, meditation and more.

Camp de vacances Kéno  

St-Léonard-de-Portneuf

In the heart of a regional park, Kéno offers a life experience. Welcoming campers from Canada and abroad for a full French immersion, Kéno specialises in out-tripping expeditions with stays from 3 to 25 days.

Army and Navy Academy Summer Camp  

California

Army and Navy Academy Camp Challenge offers your young co-eds motivational summer leadership, academic, and recreation camps that encourage active involvement, accountability, skill development, and personal growth.

Academic Camp Canada  

Mill Bay; International; Rothesay; Ottawa

Exciting academic summer camps for 12-17 year olds in British Columbia, New Brunswick & Ottawa. BCCA accredited. Combination of inspiring academic learning, activities & trips. Computer Science & Medical Studies camps

Camp Wenonah  

Bracebridge

Trusted by families from around the world, Camp Wenonah is a popular kids overnight summer camp in Muskoka Ontario for boys and girls aged 5 - 17 years old. Veteran staff, including full time medical staff.

Lone Prairie Camp  

Ferintosh

Offers onsite and offsite (hiking and backpacking) camping for ages 6 to 17, along with a weekend family camp.

Willow Springs Camp  

Whitchurch - Stouffville

A Christian Overnight and Day Camp where friendships, skills, fun and character development all have a high priority. Our camp is built on relationship: relationship with Jesus and relationship with others.

Camp North Star  

Maine

A co-ed overnight camp on 200 acres in Poland, Maine. Campers enjoy an elective program with 100+ choices that focuses on instruction and skill development in Arts, Athletics, Enrichment, Outdoors and Waterfront.

Camp Northway/ Wendigo  

Algonquin Park

Northway, Canada's oldest summer camp for girls (age 7-16) and Wendigo, a small tripping outpost for boys (age 12-16) are located in the wilderness of Algonquin Park.

Township of King  

Ontario (7)

With a mixture of sports, arts, and nature based programs, you are sure to find the perfect camp or program for your child! High Five and OCA Certified. Visit www.king.ca for more information.

Mi-A-Kon-Da  

Parry Sound; Hamilton

A traditional, all-girls summer camp with various outdoor activities including sailing, wilderness trips, arts activities and more. Offering 1, 2 or 4 week sessions or an introductory weekend.

Frontier Lodge  

Nordegg

A faith-based adventure centre located in the beautiful Canadian Rockies and offering adventure activities such as: rock climbing, mountain biking, rafting and more.

Stanstead College Summer Camps  

Stanstead

Summer Camps for local and foreign students. Wide variety of camps offered such as Language, STEM, Cultural, Hockey Specific and much more!

Ryde Lake Camp  

Gravenhurst

This camp in the heart of the Muskoka- Gravenhurst area offers a traditional summer camp experience for girls, with canoeing, camping, more.

Kinark Outdoor Centre  

Minden

A central Ontario summer camp for families and children with Autism Spectrum Disorder.

Medeba Summer Camp  

Haliburton

Medeba Summer Camp is an overnight camp that uses adventure and community to provide the best week of your child's summer! We provide a full range of traditional and extensive adventure activities to choose from.

YMCA of Oakville  

Hamilton; Oakville

YMCA of Oakville camps are found at several locations across the community with activities including swimming, day trips and more. Learn more!

YMCA of Simcoe Muskoka   

Orillia; Midland

The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka offers a variety of values based camp programs through our day, family, leadership and overnight camps throughout the Simcoe, Muskoka and Parry Sound regions.

YMCA Camp Pine Crest  

Torrance

We provide a fun program for campers who want to gain independence, interact with nature, make friends with new people, and develop leadership skills. Overnight canoe trips are a staple that make for the best adventures!

Consciousness for Kids  

Humewood, Toronto

A unique camp designed to encourage the holistic development of each child. Activities include: Meditation, nature connection, yoga/martial arts, arts and crafts, singing/toning, journaling, drum circles and more.

Learn & Experience  

International

L&E UK inspires & nurtures young people with their award winning World Camps, Teen Travel & Youth Leadership programs. The courses can be combined to create a summer experience of a lifetime (up to 6 weeks).

Zodiac Day Camp  

Forest Hill, Toronto

Zodiac Day Camp offers variety-based and specialty programs for campers 2-15 years old. Zodiac is located in central Toronto and runs 8 1-week Summer sessions. Daily instructional swim along with other great activities!

Toronto Waldorf Summer Camp  

Thornhill

Canada's Largest Waldorf camp offering a summer of unplugged activities both indoors and out, including arts & crafts, weekly nature themes, and free play in our 20+ acre campus with forest playground and open field.

HIDDEN BAY LEADERSHIP CAMP  

Parry Sound

Small Camp, Big Adventure! Located near Parry Sound, we are a world away from the city and the perfect place for your child to learn leadership while enjoying traditional camp fun in a welcoming and inclusive environment

Tamarack West Summer Camp  

High Park, Toronto

A unique outdoor day camp that combines both nature and city experiences assuring a great experience for each camper.

Maple Grove Christian Retreat Centre  

Oxford County

A Christian seasonal campground located in Thamesford, ON, that exists to facilitate ministries that make and grow disciples of Jesus Christ. Summer camps, church programming, and camp activities. New pool in 2020!

Camp Kwasind  

Bracebridge

A great overnight Christian camp in Muskoka for those ages 7 to 17 that is AFFORDABLE, MEMORABLE, FUN & HIGH QUALITY. Truly a safe place to build friendships, gain confidence & have new experiences in an outdoor setting.

Camp Kennebec  

Sharbot Lake

An amazing summer camp experience for campers with special needs. All the fun of camp, with supportive and experienced staff to give your camper the summer of their life! The focus is on fun first!

Kilcoo Camp  

Minden; Moore Park, Toronto

Kilcoo has an earned reputation as one of Canada's foremost traditional summer camps. Boys come to Kilcoo to enjoy the activities, to gain confidence in themselves, to learn to work with others and to "just have fun"!

Camp Selah  

Lakefield

A Christian summer camp on Pigeon Lake. Two one week sessions in August. Activities include swimming, canoeing, survival lessons, archery and many more. Children to Staff Ratio is 2:1. Only $349/week.

Camp Artaban  

Gambier Island

Fun and adventure await you! Swim, boat, beach comb, and wharf jump on the water. Create, sing, laugh, and explore with friends new and old. Artaban carries great lifelong memories and friends that stay with you forever.

Camp Claret Du Lac Elgin  

Stratford

4 Unique Programs! Well thought-out for the needs of youngsters of all ages! A thrilling experience! Fun, Friends, Excitement... The most rewarding experience Adventure - Teamwork - Challenge

Crestwood Valley Day Camp  

Bridle Path, Toronto

A Toronto DAY camp offering 20-25 Daily Activities, Baseball and Basketball Camps, LIT/CIT,*"4' Heated Inground Salt Pools*w/daily lessons-WEEKLY CARNIVAL, Gymboree & ROSE REISMAN CATERING! LOW RATIOS! Call 416.444.9595

Kettleby Valley Camp  

King

Located just north of Toronto, this traditional summer camp offers overnight, day and canoe trip programs for campers 5 to 14.

Meadowlarke Stables Sport and Farm Camp  

Erin; Mississauga

A horseback riding camp that includes getting to know horses as well as a variety of farm animals. Days are full of fun and learning, team building skills, arts and crafts and games, are also part of the program.

Camp Tamarack  

Bracebridge

Muskoka summer camp that welcomes campers and staff from around the world. Experience our incredible variety of activities including skiing, wakeboarding, tennis, ropes, climbing and more.

Radiant Girls  

Burlington; Hamilton

Girls Wellness & Leadership programs, with prof. coaches, chef's and trainers. Featuring Yoga/Pilates, Outdoor Adventures, Confidence & EI Activities, Meaningful Art, Leadership Games, Relationship Building, and More!