Camps

Our camps provide an opportunity for children to play actively, master new skills and build new friendships in a safe environment, with caring leaders. The programs we offer target the developmental needs of primary and elementary age children.

All our programs are based on the HIGH FIVE® philosophy for healthy child development.

For more information on camp programs, please call 709-576-8631 or email recreation@stjohns.ca.

Spring Camp

Spring Camps will be held at various locations during the Spring break for children ages 5 to 12 years. This includes Kindergarten to Grade 6. Registration for Spring Camp is held in early March. Visit RECconnect for registration details.

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Summer Camps

Our summer camps keep children and youth active by participating in games, sports, outdoor fun, swimming and field trips. Please note that frequency of swimming depends on camp location.

Children must have completed Kindergarten. Bus transportation is available to Rotary 'Sunshine' Park only. Visit RECconnect for registration details.

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Youth Summer Camp Descriptions

Coding @ Keyin College

Learn about innovation, technology and entrepreneurship through youth-focused, creative, self-directed, group-based projects to empower creativity, invention and problem-solving.

Youth Cook it Up!

If your dream is to work in a professional kitchen, or you just love the idea of developing your cooking techniques, the time has arrived. This intense, inspiring cooking program builds the essential skills needed to conquer the kitchen—even if you've never boiled an egg! Youth will also learn outdoor cooking techniques by preparing and enjoying delicious food over a camp fire!

Youth and the Arts

Youth explore painting, drawing, acting, music, dancing, and so much more. If your youth is looking to get artistically creative and think outside the lines, this experience is for them!

Youth Fun Seekers

A program filled with activities based on the theme days: Olympic Day, Author/Rhythm Day & Get Messy! Activities like mini golf, music jamming, special guest speakers, water fun and more. Three days packed with fun for youth to share talents and make memories and friendships. Each day is truly a new experience!

Camp Explore Art

Explore your artistic abilities with hands-on activities such as painting, sketching, origami, jewelry making and much more.

Games Galore!

Are you in it to win it? Join us for 3 days of games; youth will be participating in board games, game shows, sport games, and everything between!

Home Alone Course

A safety and life skills program for children (grades 4 to 6) to develop independence to be un-supervised for short periods of time. Topics include online safety, fire safety, street smarts, emergency response, healthy eating and a home readiness plan.

Outdoor Pursuits

Gain skills and knowledge to thrive in an outdoor setting. Campers will build and cook over open fires, create survival shelters, learn to paddle and more. Skills will be put to the ultimate outdoor test in a fun and interactive outdoor survival challenge at the end of the week.

Wilderness Survival

Enjoy fun and exciting new challenges to become a skilled outdoors person. Designed with outdoor education in mind, this camp will help develop the skills necessary to venture into the wilderness with confidence.

Camping Frontier

Learn how to prepare and camp safely by building skills in preparation, outdoor cooking, emergency procedures, etc. Includes an overnight camping experience.

Fun on the Water

This summer will be a splash! Our Fun on the Water program will provide campers with a fun summer experience. Spend the week playing water games, canoeing, kayaking, stand-up paddle boarding and other activities.

Camping on the Water

Delivers an experience like no other and provides a sense of adventure and discovery! Build skills in boat handling, outdoor cooking, back country camping all while having fun. Includes an overnight camping experience.

Outdoor Move It

Designed to get youth moving in a variety of ways while having fun. Campers will participate in paddling activities, play traditional camp games, sports and more.

Locations

Day Camps are offered at various locations including:

Bowring Park
Kilbride Community Centre
Kenmount Terrace Community Centre
Paul Reynolds Community Centre
Rotary 'Sunshine' Park
Shea Heights Community Centre
Southlands Community Centre

Inclusion Support to Participate

Individuals requiring support to participate should contact inclusion staff before registering. Please call 709 576 2574 or email inclusion@stjohns.ca to learn more.

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