Junior campers are seven to eight years of age. Each week the children will be busy discovering themes with teachers who will offer their skills to the children. One week will feature creating toys from objects found in nature; another will involve cooking outdoors and yet another will be a fun-filled week of activities all in French! Watch for new postings over the next few weeks to see what else we will have to offer.
We will work with healthy daily rhythms, similar to those used in Waldorf schools, that help create an ideal environment for learning. There will be time for focused activity, imaginative play, games, songs and stories in each day. We will spend lots of time outside in nature, on walks, or in the forest.
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Week 1 (June 19 – 23, 2023)
Theme: Circus and Baking Camp
Come one, come all! It’s time to test your courage and challenge your skills while you explore the many apparatuses of the Circus arts. We will juggle, walk on a tight wire, balance on stilts, ride a unicycle, do tricks on the trapeze and reach great heights on our arial silks. During this week you will be taught the basics of all of the circus arts as well as have time to hone your skills with your preferred apparatus. While breaking from the circus after lunch we will learn some baking skills in the kitchen, creating a sweet treat to enjoy at the end of the day. Playful and delicious, that’s Circus and Baking Camp!
Lead Teacher: Mary-lu Spinney
Week 2 (June 26 – 29, 2023) *4 day week*
Theme: Circus and Baking Camp
Come one, come all! It’s time to test your courage and challenge your skills while you explore the many apparatuses of the Circus arts. We will juggle, walk on a tight wire, balance on stilts, ride a unicycle, do tricks on the trapeze and reach great heights on our arial silks. During this week you will be taught the basics of all of the circus arts as well as have time to hone your skills with your preferred apparatus. While breaking from the circus after lunch we will learn some baking skills in the kitchen, creating a sweet treat to enjoy at the end of the day. Playful and delicious, that’s Circus and Baking Camp!
Lead Teacher: Mary-lu Spinney
Week 2 (June 26 – 29, 2023) *4 day week*
Theme: Savvy Scientists Camp
Science is inspiring, stimulating, engaging, and fun. We have a world full of life and matter at our fingertips ready to be explored, so come join us for a journey of scientific discovery! During our weeklong adventure at Savvy Scientists camp, we will voyage through nature and discover all the amazing animals, insects, and plants on our 20-acre campus. Next, we will explore how living things function by making a lung model in a bottle, and candy DNA. We will also discover what materials living and non-living things are made of, and explore their properties through engaging activities such as creating slime, chemical reaction rockets, and even our very own lava lamps. By the end of our journey, campers will not only have gained a solid foundation in science, but also have had a fun and memorable experience that will last a lifetime.
Lead Teacher: Jack Farrell
Week 3 (July 3 – 7, 2023)
Theme: A Taste of Paris: Cooking in French
France has a rich history that dates back several centuries. The first “French Café” opened its doors in the 17th century. We will recreate a French Café where we practice the French language. We will learn how to prepare French foods such as crepes and other related culinary delights. We will also share stories, music, games and drawings. If time permits a little play will be presented to the parents on the last day.
Lead Teacher: Agathe Polach and Sophie Pastor
Week 3 (July 3 – 7, 2023)
Theme: Circus Camp
Come one, come all! It’s time to test your courage and challenge your skills while you explore the many apparatuses of the Circus arts. We will juggle, walk on a tight wire, balance on stilts, ride a unicycle, do tricks on the trapeze and reach great heights on our arial silks. During this week you will be taught the basics of all of the circus arts as well as have time to hone your skills with your preferred apparatus.
Lead Teacher: Carolina Madeira Soares
Week 4 (July 10 – 14, 2023)
Theme 1: Savvy Scientists Camp
Science is inspiring, stimulating, engaging, and fun. We have a world full of life and matter at our fingertips ready to be explored, so come join us for a journey of scientific discovery! During our weeklong adventure at Savvy Scientists camp, we will voyage through nature and discover all the amazing animals, insects, and plants on our 20-acre campus. Next, we will explore how living things function by making a lung model in a bottle, and candy DNA. We will also discover what materials living and non-living things are made of, and explore their properties through engaging activities such as creating slime, chemical reaction rockets, and even our very own lava lamps. By the end of our journey, campers will not only have gained a solid foundation in science, but also have had a fun and memorable experience that will last a lifetime.
Lead Teacher: Jack Farrell
Theme 2: Yoga for Young People
During this week, we will engage every aspect of ourselves to truly learn what it means to feel our best, most grounded self. An equal emphasis will be placed on activities that nurture our mental as well as our physical health. We will practice yoga each day with a view to challenging but also caring for our bodies, and learning about the deeper meaning and intentions of yoga behind the physical aspect. Artistic activities, healthy nutrition, grounded self yoga and self-discovery for young people Yoga and Wellness, nature, journaling and meditation will provide quiet times of introspection.
Lead Teacher: Deborah Gillespie
Week 5 (July 17 – 21, 2023)
Theme: Drama Camp
Campers will strengthen the core drama skills of miming, tableau, shadow theatre, improv and short scenes.
Creating and presenting; Reflecting, Responding and Analyzing; Exploring Forms and Cultural Contexts.
This is an exciting opportunity for all students who may want to explore opportunities in film, comedy or just want to practice public speaking.
Lead Teacher: Patrick Russell
Week 6 (July 24 – 28, 2023)
Theme: Tri-Sport
Let’s take Basketball, Volleyball and Soccer to the next level. You will learn skill development, team fundamentals and the variety of possibly learning something new. Tri-sport is for campers who love sport and want to be active and busy this summer learning new skills. We will learn traditional sports both in a gym and outside. We will play low impact games and learn how to nourish our bodies through healthy foods.
Lead Teacher: Riley Boadway
Week 6 (July 24 – 28, 2023)
Theme: Eco-Explorers Camp
We believe that every child has the power to make a positive impact on the environment. Through hands-on activities and games, campers will explore the natural world, learn about the environment, and develop a love for conservation and sustainability! Our passionate instructors are dedicated to creating a safe and supportive learning environment where campers can feel free to explore and learn at their own pace. We believe that environmental education should be fun, accessible, and inspiring, and we strive to create a positive, inclusive, and empowering atmosphere for all our campers. By the end of the week, campers will return home with a newfound appreciation for the natural world and a sense of empowerment and responsibility for the environment that will stay with them for life. Come join us for a summer adventure filled with exploration, discovery, and eco-friendly fun!
Lead Teacher: Jack Farrell
Week 7 (July 31 – August 4, 2023)
Theme: Music and Arts Camp
With the world as their canvas, there are no limits to a child’s creativity when they are given the freedom to let their imagination run wild. It is crucial to provide children with outlets to express their natural born creativity which will challenge their minds, and allow them to express how they perceive and interact with our world in a meaningful way. At Music and Arts camp we will discover how natural materials can be used in music and art, and how we can use nature as our inspiration when creating musical and artistic creative works.Throughout the week we will guide our campers through the process of meaningful creative expression, and unleash their imaginations through painting, drumming, sculpting, singing, and more
Lead Teacher: Riley Boadway
Week 7 (July 31 – August 4, 2023)
Theme: Adventure Quest Camp
If your child loves to explore and learn about the great outdoors, then Adventure Quest Camp is the perfect summer camp for them! Our camp is packed with engaging outdoor activities including trail walks and scavenger hunts all done while observing all the beautiful plants and wildlife found on the trails of our scenic 20-acre campus. Throughout the week, campers will experience the thrill of adventure in a safe and supportive environment while learning valuable skills such as map reading, and shelter building. In addition to adventure and skill-building, our Adventure Quest Camp places an emphasis on teamwork and collaboration in all of our activities to truly foster a sense of camaraderie and belonging in all of our campers. Come join us for an unforgettable summer camp experience filled with adventure, learning, and new friendships!
Lead Teacher: Jack Farrell
Week 8 (August 8 – 11, 2023) *4 day week*
Theme: Nature Journaling
Our trees and forest friends are calling us to come out and play, to observe and listen to their sounds. We will bring out nature journals and colour pencils with us on our walks where we will learn how to draw and record what we see, feel and hear around us. Bring your curiosity and wonder. We will make a pinecone bird feeder to attract birds for our observations. In the afternoons we will have fun doing art or making crafts and playing games.
Lead Teacher: Alicia Hiddema
Week 8 (August 8 – 11, 2023) *4 day week*
Theme: Biking Buddies Camp
Our exciting cycling summer camp is the perfect opportunity for young campers to explore the outdoors, make new friends, and improve their biking skills in a fun and supportive environment. Our experienced instructors will lead campers through a variety of activities and games to improve their cycling skills, including obstacle courses and trail rides. We will also educate campers on bike safety and basic bike maintenance, ensuring they have a well-rounded biking skillset. Our cycling summer camp is not only focused on biking but also on building friendships and having fun. Our campers will have opportunities to play games and explore our beautiful campus during a variety of outdoor activities. By the end of the week, campers will have not only improved their cycling skills, but also have made new friends, and unforgettable memories of a fun-filled camp experience.
Campers are required to bring their own bike and helmet for the duration of the camp, and please ensure that your camper can ride a bike confidently with or without training wheels, so they can participate in all the activities safely.
Lead Teacher: Jack Farrell
Week 9 (August 14 – 18, 2023)
Theme: Nature Journaling
Our trees and forest friends are calling us to come out and play, to observe and listen to their sounds. We will bring out nature journals and colour pencils with us on our walks where we will learn how to draw and record what we see, feel and hear around us. Bring your curiosity and wonder. We will make a pinecone bird feeder to attract birds for our observations. In the afternoons we will have fun doing art or making crafts and playing games.
Lead Teacher: Alicia Hiddema
