Find camps offering wilderness trips as a camp activity listed below. A trip into the wilderness is a quintessential childhood experience for kids growing up in Canada or the nothern USA. At a wilderness camp like those listed here, your child will participate in a guided foray into the wild. Read more
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| Camp Mini-Yo-We    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. Huntsville   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| JUMP!    Inspire. Empower. Engage. Through adventurous activities, we challenge youth to step outside their comfort zone and develop interpersonal and leadership skills. JUMP! runs transformational programs around the world! 100 Mile House   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Nominingue    An English boys' camp in Quebec, Camp 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 son's summer adventure begins! Mont-Tremblant   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp IAWAH    Eastern Ontario Christian Summer Camp, nestled on the shores of Wolfe Lake 15 minutes from Westport. Activities at IAWAH include leadership building, water sports, archery tag, canoeing, cake decorating, and crafts. Westport   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| InterVarsity Ontario Pioneer Camp    Ontario Pioneer Camp is a Christian summer camp and outdoor education and retreat centre located in Ontario, offering programs for children, youth, and students. Huntsville   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Alberta    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! Rocky Mountain House; Sundre   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| YMCA of Southwestern Ontario Overnight Camps    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. Leamington; London; Port Severn   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Chief Hector YMCA    Since 1930, Camp Chief Hector YMCA has been one of the most influential summer camps in Alberta. With over nine decades of experiences we know it will be a life changing event in your child's life. Calgary   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Northway    Canada's oldest summer camp for girls (age 7-16) located inside Algonquin Provincial Park provides a home in the wilderness each summer for girls to explore nature, form lasting friendships, and discover their strengths. Algonquin Park   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Glen Bernard Camp    A traditional overnight summer camp for girls offering wilderness adventure, canoeing, sailing, swimming and lifesaving, arts, high ropes, theatre and many other activities! Huntsville   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Northwaters & Langskib Canoe Tripping Programs    Backcountry canoe adventures with heart & meaning in boys, girls and all-gender programs. Trips weave together challenge, community & confidence to connect youth to the land, each other, and their own unique spirit. Temagami  Adventure: Wilderness Out-tripping 
			 
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| Camp Qwanoes    Camp Qwanoes is a youth-focused high adventure Christian residential camp that exists to love kids to life like no other. Summer camps for ages 8-18 and leadership programs starting at age 15. Over 75 activities. Vancouver Island   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Global Leadership Adventures     With program themes ranging from STEM to Language Immersion, and locations from Spain to Fiji, GLA offers students the opportunity to get out of their comfort zone and explore a field that they're passionate about. International  Adventure: Travel 
			 
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| GNAG Traditional and Specialty Camps and Programs    GNAG offers diverse programs and camps for children aged 4 to Grade 11, including dance, art, tennis, sports, robotics, specialty activities, fostering creativity, skill development, and fun in a supportive environment. Ottawa   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Wildhorse Ranch    A unique western horse ranch experience! Develop courage, and leadership skills through horsemanship. Come Ride! Meet new Friends. Be inspired by horses and nature. Campfires, Conversations, Crafts and Lots of Fun! Rocky Mountain House  Sport: Horseback Riding/Equestrian 
			 
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| Kandalore    Kandalore is one of the finest overnight camps in Canada, providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. For over 75 years, Kandalore has given campers the chance to get to know and be themselves. Leslieville, Toronto; Minden   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| YMCA John Island Camp and YMCA NEO Summer Day Camps     YMCA John Island Camp (est. 1954): overnight camp on a Lake Huron North Channel island, south of Spanish, ON. Offering traditional camp programs, leadership development, and wilderness tripping from 5 days to 46 days. Manitoulin Island; North Bay; Sudbury   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Kwasind    A great overnight Christian camp in Muskoka for ages 7to17 that is AFFORDABLE, MEMORABLE, FUN & SAFE. A unique and safe place to build friendships, gain confidence. experience the outdoors and explore the Christian faith Huntsville   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Gracefield Christian Camp    Come to camp at Gracefield! We offer exciting overnight camp programs for youth ages 7 to 17. Each week campers participate in a variety of activities and games suited to their age and interests. Gracefield   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Sparrow Lake Camp    Since 1912! Sparrow Lake Camp is a traditional Co-Ed Summer Camp where all are welcome, all are valued, and all belong. Overnight camps for kids 6-16, as well as our friends and family 'Holiday Camp' for all ages! Orillia   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| YMCA Camp Pine Crest    With 100+ years of overnight camping excellence, we provide programming for campers who want to gain independence, interact with nature, make friends , and develop leadership skills. Overnight canoe trips are a staple! Torrance   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Pathfinder    Historic all boy's camp est. 1914 in Algonquin Park. Focus on wilderness canoe trips with excellent in-camp program as well. Exceptional 1:2 staff to camper ratio. Positive, tech-free culture for boys. Algonquin Park   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Temagami    This overnight canoe tripping summer camp in the heart of Northern Ontario offers the wilderness experience with canoe trips in the heart of Temagami, to James Bay/Hudson Bay and Labrador. Temagami  Adventure: Wilderness Out-tripping 
			 
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| YMCA Wanakita    A co-ed camp offering Overnight Kids Camp, Day Camp and year-round Family Camps. We offer leadership development, a wide range of activities, tripping, a sense of belonging and fun. Come have the time of your life! Haliburton Highlands   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Snider Mountain    A premier summer camp specializing in adventure, horsemanship and community. Snider Mountain   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Bear Creek Outdoor Centre    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. Ottawa; Renfrew   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Celtic    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. Bruce Peninsula   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Headwaters Wilderness Program    Our canoe trips are unique, and intentionally so. An educational organization facilitating forward looking, transdisciplinary wilderness trips, it's more than adventure, it's an experience of the head, hands, and heart. Algonquin Park; Temagami  Adventure: Wilderness Out-tripping 
			 
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| Stanstead College Summer Camps    Unique summer camps for boys and girls, including the Language Adventure and the Hockey Development program. We strive to offer high quality and supervised camps on our beautiful campus located in the Eastern Townships. Stanstead   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Grand River    A traditional camp offering overnight and day camp programs. Activities include horsemanship, swimming, high ropes, climbing wall, archery, campfires, and much more. Leadership and horse specialty camps also offered. Brant   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Outward Bound Canada    Outward Bound Canada provides challenging adventures in the outdoors across the country that develop self-respect, awareness of others, interpersonal skills, and a sense of accomplishment. East York, Toronto; Algonquin Park; Kananaskis; Vancouver; Vancouver Island   Adventure (multi) 
			 
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| InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Big Clear Lake    Circle Square Ranch is a life-changing Christian summer camp for kids 6-16. We offer a wide range of activities including horseback riding, water activities and climbing. Your summer adventure with friends starts here! Hamilton; Huntsville; Land O' Lakes Tourist Region   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Lakefield College School Summer Programs    Transformative experiences learning in and through the outdoors—academic, athletic, for credit or enrichment. Spend every day outdoors on the water, in the forest, or at our farm—learn, have fun and stretch yourself. Lakefield   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| InterVarsity Pioneer Pacific Camp    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. Thetis Island   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Muskoka    Boost your camper's self-confidence in a FUN, safe & supportive community. Great staff, delicious food, comfy modern lodging and a "Choose-Your-Own-Adventure" programming style offering over 50 activities every day! Bracebridge   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Wenonah    Trusted by families worldwide, Camp Wenonah in Muskoka, Ontario, offers an unforgettable overnight camp for ages 5-17. With caring staff and full-time medical support, campers thrive in a safe, enriching environment. Bracebridge   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Bil-O-Wood    A traditional summer camp and wilderness canoeing program for kids age 7 - 17. Over 30 sports & activities and 2-14 day canoe trips (optional). Campers from Canada, US, & Europe; 79 years in operation, family owned. Blind River   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Can-Aqua    A traditional camp with diverse programming & exceptional instruction, we believe in teaching kids compromise, patience & empathy. Through thoughtful & individualized programming, our campers thrive here. Haliburton Highlands; Oakville; Ottawa   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Ouareau    This Quebec all-girls overnight summer camp offers a variety of activities and leadership opportunities, as well as a unique language program. A chance to grow in confidence & independence, and develop language skills! Saint-Donat   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Eden Woods    Welcome to CEW in the Haliburton Highlands, Ontario. Our traditional co-ed camp offers a small and intimate overnight camp experience. Rediscover authentic camp spirit where everyone knows your name. Southern Haliburton County   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp YMCA Kanawana - YMCAs of Québec     Located in the Laurentians (Quebec) on a 550-acre site with 3 lakes, Camp YMCA Kanawana has been offering a unique setting to enjoy nature and have fun in the great outdoors since 1894. Saint-Sauveur   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Harbourfront Centre Camps    Harbourfront Centre Camps, established in 1979, offers a creative and inclusive environment for campers aged 4 to 15. With over 20 camp options, including circus, arts, and water sports, there’s something for everyone. Harbourfront, Toronto   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Kilcoo Camp    Founded in 1932, Kilcoo is a private overnight summer camp for boys. We foster confidence, independence, and allow boys’ the opportunity to grow as individuals through land & water sports and canoe tripping. Moore Park, Toronto; Minden   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| The Pine Project    Ontario's leading nature connection organization, offering year-round outdoor education programs for children and youth. Time in nature makes kids happier and healthier. Join us to learn, play and grow in nature! Bloor West Village, Toronto; East York, Toronto; Haliburton Highlands  Education: Nature/Environment 
			 
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| Camp Davern    We're a traditional overnight summer camp that offers program rotations with a wide range of activity options for campers to explore. At Davern, we emphasize cooperation and fair play, and value positivity and gratitude. Kingston; Perth   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Campfire Circle    Campfire Circle brings healing through happiness to kids and families affected by childhood cancer or serious illness through our in-hospital, community, and overnight camp programs, at no cost to families. Downtown West, Toronto; Parry Sound; Southern Niagara Region   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Radiant Girls    All-Girls Leadership & Wellness events led by professional coaches, school teachers, & female leaders. Camps featuring Adventure, Arts, Horses, Spa, Fitness, Leadership, Business, Friendship & Emotional Intelligence Burlington; Guelph; King   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch 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! Halkirk   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| YMCA of Three Rivers Camps: Belwood, Ki-Wa-Y, Waabanaki    Your Camp Adventure Awaits! Experience camp as it's meant to be with the YMCA of Three Rivers. Be part of a 100 year camp legacy. Canoeing, kayaking, sailing, ropes and rock-climbing, biking, drama, archery, and more. Fergus; Huntsville; St. Marys; Waterloo   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Kawartha    Traditional overnight and day camp fostering community, leadership, and a love for the natural world. Building connections, confidence, and memories to last a lifetime. Lakefield; Peterborough   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Scouts Canada    Scouts Canada summer camps offer exciting outdoor adventures where youth build skills, gain confidence, try new activities, make friends, and create lifelong memories. Throughout British Columbia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island (9)   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Tapawingo, YWCA    An all girls summer camp located on Georgian Bay, operated by YWCA Toronto. Camp “Tap” focuses on empowering and supporting a diverse group of girls through a broad range of arts and outdoor activities. Parry Sound   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Cedar Ridge Camp    Cedar Ridge Camp is a place where campers have the opportunity to get outside, develop friendships, and build confidence. Bancroft   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Brigs Youth Sail Training     Sail the Tall Ship TS Playfair on the Great Lakes: develop friendships and confidence as you work through real voyage challenges as a team. Collingwood; Goderich; Hamilton; Tobermory   Adventure (multi) 
			 
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| MVP'S Camps    An extraordinary Overnight Summer Program, designed to cater to the most talented and passionate youth in Ontario, providing them with an unparalleled, all-encompassing basketball experience. Rosseau  Sport: Basketball 
			 
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| Olympia Sports Camp    We offer kids adult instruction, guidance to grow & excel while having fun! Choose from over 60 programs in Sport, Leadership, Adventure, Art, Recreation, Self-Discovery & Fitness. Join a 'Community of Everyday Heroes!' Huntsville   Sport (multi) 
			 
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| Camp Oconto    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. Sharbot Lake   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Kennebec    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! Sharbot Lake   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Kidnetix    Be creative, have fun and meet new friends in our March break and Summer camps in Brampton. Dynamic programming includes: Lego Robotic's, sports, arts & crafts, workshops, field trips & indoor playground fun! Brampton   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Couchiching    For almost 80 years, thousands have enjoyed our Camper & Leadership Programs. We focus on individual development & challenge by choice activities. A supportive staff team & inclusive community, individuals thrive here. Orillia   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| The Army Cadet League of Canada (Ontario)    Join our free afterschool program for exciting activities like fieldcraft, adventure training, first aid, leadership, sports, marksmanship, and more. Don't miss out on these rewarding opportunities! Woburn, Toronto; Hamilton; Uxbridge  Adventure: Military 
			 
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| Brampton   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Mi-A-Kon-Da    A traditional, all-girls summer camp with outdoor activities including sailing, canoeing, archery, swimming, arts and crafts activities and more. Offering 1, 2 or 4 week sessions or an introductory weekend. Hamilton; Parry Sound   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Arowhon    A family-run co-ed summer camp in the heart of Algonquin Park where kids escape the screens and stress of city life and have the times of their lives while learning activity and life skills and making lifelong friends. Algonquin Park   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| JOA Camps    An exceptional camp, all in French, offering weekly themes and diverse activities. Weekly outings included in pricing. Ottawa   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Simpresca    Located on the shores of the Georgian Bay, Camp Simpresca offers 4-day, week long, and monthly programs for boys and girls ages 6-16. Campers experience a daily rotation of activities, ranging from highropes to boating! Midland   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Tamarack    Muskoka summer camp that welcomes campers of all ages, and staff from around the world. Experience our incredible variety of activities including skiing, wakeboarding, tennis, ropes, climbing and more! Bracebridge   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Homewood    Camp Homewood offers four radically different, exciting overnight camp experiences at its stunningly beautiful Sailing, Harbour, Woodsman, and Ranch Camps. Homewood's 26 camp sessions provide exceptional fun and value! Quadra Island   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Spruce Woods    Exciting adventures come to life with action-packed fun for ages 6-17. Located south of Austin, MB, Circle Square features horsemanship and numerous activity options. Fun memories and new friendships are waiting for you! Austin   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Out to Play    Learning and connecting through play! A Forest and Nature School with camps in Nepean/Kanata and downtown at the Canadian Museum of Nature! Offering art, storytelling, hikes, and play in forests and meadows. Ottawa   Adventure (multi) 
			 
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| Camp Hurontario    In a unique, non-competitive environment - a wide range of activities develop an appreciation of the natural environment. Rosedale, Toronto; Mactier   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| L&E World Camps    L&E offer a unique overnight international summer camp experience in British Columbia, Canada & Winchester, UK. L&E inspires & nurtures young people with their award winning multi-activity program & specialised courses. International; Shawnigan Lake   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Camp Big Canoe    Lifelong friendships await! A private lake, archery, crafts, stand-up paddleboarding, swimming, canoeing, kayaking, out-trips, campfires, and so much more. Also offers a focus on leadership. An Experience Like No Other! Bracebridge   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Cambridge International Academy Summer Camp    Our summer program mixes academics and hands-on learning to introduce students to key STEM principles. Every Friday, we visit Whitby Waterfront for a fun outing. Whitby  Education: STEM 
			 
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| The YES (The Youth Excellence Society)    Overnight leadership camps at beautiful Cowichan Lake! Expand your co-operative leadership and team building skills while connecting with youth from around the province. Experience a summer camp like no other. Lake Cowichan; Victoria  Education: Leadership (multi) 
			 
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| Tall Ships Adventure    Step aboard and discover the thrill of sailing a tall ship! Every day is an opportunity to develop teamwork, leadership, and resilience while navigating the open waters alongside a diverse and supportive crew. Brockville; Ottawa  Sport: Sailing/Marine Skills 
			 
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| Medeba Summer Camp    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. Haliburton   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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| Casa Loma    Casa Loma is one of Toronto’s top tourist attractions, drawing visitors with its stunning architecture, rich history, and panoramic city views—an unforgettable experience in a real-life castle. Casa Loma, Toronto   Traditional (multi activity)  
			 
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In Ontario, many wilderness camps are found in and around what some people consider the last wilderness, Algonquin Park, along with other areas nearby including Bracebridge, the Kawarthas and the Ottawa Valley and as far north as Temagami.
From one camp to the next, "wilderness trips" may vary widely, anywhere from an afternoon foray into the highlands to weeklong trips into the wild to summer-long treks into the hinterland as far north as Hudson Bay. Trips can take you to see rare wildlife, past isolated settlements and deep into no-man's land.
These kinds of wilderness camps offer unprecedented personal growth, encouraging personal development, deepening of leadership skills, teamwork and reliance on others, along with a wealth of other intangible qualities unachievable by any other means. On top of that, kids will acquire deep knowledge and understanding of nature, ecology and geography.
Investigate each of the camps listed here to learn more about its wilderness adventure.
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