Camp Opemikon Summer Program

About this Program:

Overnight Camp
Age 5 - 16 (Coed)
Specialized in Traditional (multi activity) and Adventure (multi), offers 19 activities
1 session date to choose from
Cost starting from $400
Busing not available
Special needs support available

Contact:

1345 Baseline Road, Ottawa, Ontario, K2C 0A1

Camp Opemikon, just southwest of Perth, ON, has been welcoming campers for over 80 years. Located on the shores of beautiful Christie Lake on the southern tip of the Canadian shield, Camp Opemikon offers a wide range of great on-site amenities for all levels of campers. This idyllic camp on more than 200 acres of rugged terrain, nestled among three pristine lakes, provides the perfect outdoor adventure in a peaceful nature surroundings.

For summer 2025, we are pleased to be bringing back our wide variety of great summer programming. Youth can choose from a multitude of camping options including, tents and cabins and great instructor-led programming, like archery, a low-ropes course, paddling excursions and guided trail hikes. Non-Scouting Members are welcome!

Camp Opemikon supports youth of all genders with summer adventures from Ottawa, Kingston, Cornwall, Brockville, Lanark County, Petawawa, Pembroke, and the rest of Eastern Ontario. Bus transportation to & from Ottawa provided.

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Character Development: This program helps build the following traits

Independence: We promote independence by providing campers with opportunities to tackle new challenges, make decisions on their own, and take responsibility for their actions. Through outdoor adventures and self-guided activities, campers build confidence and resilience, preparing them for future challenges
Interpersonal skills: We nurture interpersonal skills by creating an environment where campers work together on group activities, share experiences, and communicate openly. Collaborative tasks, problem-solving exercises, and campfire discussions help campers learn how to resolve conflicts, build friendships, and more.

Session Dates and Rates:

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Jun 28 - Aug 09. '25 Perth, ON 530 Hanna Road $400 - $1,100	2025-06-28	400

Special Needs Support: This program is able to accomodate a few campers with special needs

Mild Support Specialized programming

ADD/ADHD

Autism Spectrum Disorder

Cancer

Diabetes

Down Syndrome

Dyslexia

Hearing loss

Intellectual disability

Physical Disability

Tourettes Syndrome

Troubled Teens

Vision loss

Mild Support Specialized programming

Activities:

Recreational Instructional Intense or Competitive

Archery

Arts & Crafts

Baking/Decorating

Canoeing

CIT/LIT Program

Cooking

Empowerment

Fishing

Hiking

Kayaking/Sea Kayaking

Leadership Training

Nature/Environment

Rock Climbing

Ropes Course

STEM

Survival skills

Swimming

Wilderness Out-tripping

Wilderness Skills

Recreational Instructional Intense or Competitive

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The perfect place for kids to be kids.
Discover adventures like camping, hiking, playing games and enjoying campfires. Make great new friends and lasting memories!

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Camp Opemikon Summer Program

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About this Program:

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Character Development: This program helps build the following traits

Session Dates and Rates:

Special Needs Support: This program is able to accomodate a few campers with special needs

Activities:

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Camp Opemikon Summer Program

By: Scouts Canada

About this Program:

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Character Development: This program helps build the following traits

Session Dates and Rates:

Special Needs Support: This program is able to accomodate a few campers with special needs

Activities:

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