Clarington camps

Overview of camps in Clarington

Clarington’s variety of kids and teens’ day camps fall under topics in arts, education, sports, and technology. Kids as young as 5 and up can take part in camps, and it’s an important part of their healthy development. 

Clarington summer camps include traditional camps and  specialised camps. The latter focus on a single topic, anything from soccer to horseback riding to STEM. Kids and teens build skills at camps that explore a variety of interests and passions. Camps are separated into age groups, although residential and overnight camps mix different ages together. 

Traditional camps, like many of those listed above, offer campers a variety of activities. Kids and teens can test out different interests and discover new interests. Away from parents, they learn to solve problems, socialize, and grow in independence. 

Overnight camps in the region are an ideal means to help kids grow in maturity. It’s ground for the development of personal responsibility as well as courage, social skills, creativity, and more. A richly supportive environment, overnight camp is a great place for shy kids to grow in confidence, and there are also many of these kinds of camps that support kids with exceptional needs. 

Camp helps kids deepen their appreciation of cultural diversity. They collaborate with a unique group of peers from different backgrounds. They learn community-building skills. 

Choosing the best Clarington camp for your child

We highly recommend that you attend the Toronto Summer Camp Expo in February. This gives you a chance to browse a diversity of camps, including many from Durham Region. Parents and kids can ask questions directly of camp leaders and current campers, to get an inside look at camp life and find out how it fits with wants and needs. 

Here ‘s a brief look at helpful questions to ask camps, either at the expo or through the inquiry form on Camps.ca:

• Can the camp provide a sample schedule of activities? 
• What is the camp’s policy with regard to food allergies and special diets? 
• What is the ratio of camp counselors to children?
• How do you select and hire counselors?
• Is there medical personnel on the staff?
• What happens in the event of an emergency
• How do you deal with weather conditions?
• How do camp counselors prevent or deal with negative behaviour? 
• Can the camp provide testimonials from previous families or campers? 

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