Summer Camp Guide for Durham and the GTA

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By Parentsource
06/12/2020

Summer Camp Guide for Durham and the GTA

Summer of 2020 is definitely going to have a different kind of feel to it due to COVID19 but there are still some great Summer Camps and Online Programs available to help keep your kids occupied over the holidays. Here's our 2020 Summer Camp Guide with some fabulous in-person and virtual camps as well as online programs from across Durham Region, Toronto and the GTA!

Salem Ridge Golf & Academy Junior Camps

Salem Ridge Junior Camps were developed with fun and educational ways of teaching kids the game of golf. We believe in the long-term benefits associated with golf and how various skills such as patience and discipline can be transferred from the golf course to be used in personal and professional development.

www.golfsalemridge.com/performance-academy/junior-golf

Camp Brimacombe

Don't miss out on these active, outdoor day camps located in Clarington’s Oak Ridges Moraine! Campers will take part in exciting, high-quality learning adventures in small-group settings, all while developing new friendships and skills. Weekly-themed day camps offered on a weekly basis for ages 4 to 12, running July through August.

www.summercamp.brimacombe.ca

Camp Treetopia

Camp Treetopia starts with creating great groups and assigning enthusiastic and well-trained staff. Kids will learn through outdoor play in our unique woodland setting. Camper are given a sense of being away from their everyday routine. They will develop a keen sense of independence and learn important life skills such as team work, perseverance all while zipping through the treetops. For Ages 7 to 12

treetopeco-adventurepark.com/camp.html

The STEAM Project

The STEAM Project is for creative kids who love science, technology, robotics, and design projects! Campers learn while they invent, digitally fabricate, and build things through hands-on experiences with current and new technologies. Woodworking, 3D printing, electronics, and coding, are just some of the activities campers get to explore in this traditional “Camp” environment!

Ages JK-Grade 4: www.thesteamproject.ca/summer-camp-information
Ages Grade 5-8: www.thesteamproject.ca/makerspace-workshops

CAMP CLARINGTON

CAMP CLARINGTON will be expanding its program for 2020 by offering age specific programming within a positive social environment. Our campers receive a full day of activities and challenges within their interests, while allowing for balance of free play with their peers. Regular camp hours are 9am-3pm with extended care and meal plans available on request. Location: Knox CS 410 N Scugog Crt Bowmanville
www.campclarington.com

A Gift of Art Weekly or Daily Art Camp

Bronwyn Gauley is head counsellor this year. This fun camp has imaginative weekly themes and will build confidence for kids ages 4 – 12. 9 weeks starting June 29. Five kids, one counsellor and helper to a room, safety protocols, personal ‘tool’ kits per child – e.g. no crayon sharing

www.agiftof-art.com
905-987-2264

City of Pickering

Summer is upon us! This year The City of Pickering has implemented a new level of summer camp programming, designed to keep children safe, while offering a unique program experience. Alternate Camps programs are being offered with onsite as well as virtual options.

Onsite camps will follow all Ontario Ministry of Health Guidelines while delivering a fun and safe summer experience for your child. Onsite alternative camps are being offered for ages 6 - 12 yrs, with choices in Adventure, Arts, Dance, Drama, Sports, and more!

Virtual Camp-in-a-Box program will provide children with the opportunity to participate in the camp experience from home, with an online virtual camp counsellor. Prior to camp starting, all supplies, directions, and schedules will be delivered to your door. Your child will be ready to start camp with their own set up at home!

The City of Pickering’s new Alternate Summer Camp Programs can be found online at pickering.ca/camps

The Second City Training Centre Online Comedy Camp

Our totally digital, totally FUN comedy camps will engage your children for four hours of fun and creativity—with other kids. All you need is an internet connection and a camera, and we’ll have them “yes, and”-ing in no time.

www.secondcity.com/courses/toronto/live-online-camps/

Mad Science Virtual Camps

Sign up for Mad Science Virtual Summer Camps! Our Live presenters will engage your children with fun, interactive and hands-on experiments. Step-by-step guided activities and cool demonstrations turn screen time into a fun and meaningful experience that is sure to capture your child's attention. All supplies provided are safe, fun and designed to create a memorable camp experience! Morning and/or afternoon sessions are available, from June 29 to September 4. Sign up for one week or the entire summer.

www.toronto.madscience.org/virtualprograms.aspx

McMichael ArtVenture Summer Club: Virtual Camp

From the McMichael Canadian Art Collection
Ages 6 to 12. 9 am to 12 pm. Week-long sessions beginning July 6.

Give your child a summer experience filled with fun and discovery. The McMichael’s long-running tradition of camps that bring together art and nature goes virtual this summer! Campers will participate in artmaking activities, guided art viewing and creative exercises. In partnership with Monarch Nation, ArtVenture Summer Club will also give campers an opportunity to build and cultivate their own pollinator gardens providing a site for nature-based learning all summer long!

Limited spots available! Register today at mcmichael.com

Rooks to Cooks Virtual Summer Camp Program

Join Rooks to Cooks for live interactive cooking camps for kids, aged 7-16! These delicious week-long, half-day cooking programs are sure to satisfy your young chef! Professional chefs provide step-by-step coaching, cooking tips, and support. Dates: June 29 - Sept. 4; Time: 9:30am - 12:30pm OR 1:00pm - 4:00pm.

www.rookstocooks.ca/summer-virtual-cooking-camps/

GLAMPOWERMENT VIRTUAL CAMP

Glamp with us virtually on Tuesday & Thursdays, 10 am to 11 am
Week Pass: $89 per week (2 sessions)
Includes:

▪ Each session includes a positive affirmation, mindfulness exercise, mini yoga or dance party and theme of the week spa services and crafts.
▪ GLAMPer's receive a kit with all the items they require for the week.
▪ Sessions are LIVE on Zoom and guided by a Glamp Camp Virtual Counsellor.
▪ GLAMP Kits can be picked up at location or delivered for an additional fee.

www.glamagalparty.com

City of Oshawa Camp2You

Bring the fun of camp home! Camp2You kits bring new activities each week that will contain items for campers to create, build, and explore while at home. Camp2You Starter Kits are also available to give campers some of the basic craft supplies need to complete upcoming Camp2You activities at home.

Camp Cowabunga's Virtual Camp

A totally awesome and immersive summer camp experience, CAMP COWABUNGA’S VIRTUAL CAMP features both live and exclusive pre-recorded segments (some of which are hosted by PUPPETS!!!) including games, crafts, snacks, exercise, mindfulness, storytime, rhythm games, sing-alongs, riddles and more!!

One-week sessions begin July 13, 2020! Register Now!!

www.campcowabunga.com/virtualcamp

Virtual Royal Camp @ Home

Virtual Royal Camp @ Home is an engaging experience offered to children aged 7 -13. Each 1 hour daily session will entertain, challenge and teach your child with creative games, physical activity, soccer skills and so much more.

www.royalsoccer.com

Camp Tournesol Virtual Camps

Boost your child’s French skills with our wide range of daily classes or our 3-hour half-day French camps.

Choose between our focused academic classes, our Fun experiential classes and camps or our Prep-For-School classes.

Our Virtual French Programs will make self-isolation feel less isolating, impact French skills, and so much more!

www.camptournesol.ca

Art With A Heart

Art With A Heart is excited to present our Virtual Expressive Arts Summer Half-Day Camp.

Every registration includes a "Virtual-Camper" t-shirt, fun art supplies to create quality art and a link to hop online where our camp counsellors are ready to create with you!

Only $25 per person per week.
www.artwithaheart.camp

ON-LINE PROGRAMS

Oxford Learning

Your child's education took a major hit this year --between strike days, scheduled holidays and Covid-19 closures, there have been more missed days this year than any other school year. Supplementing education in the summer will be EVEN more crucial this year. Inquire today about our in centre and virtual learning options with our new Virtual Table program!

www.oxfordlearning.com

Pickering Museum Village

This summer, Pickering Museum Village invites you to join us online for Kids In The Village (every Wednesday in July & August), Family Culinary Programs (every Saturday in July & August) and Cooking Workshops! We also offer small capacity Summer Camps.

Visit pickeringmuseumvillage.ca for details!

Mathnasium Pickering

This summer Mathnasium will give you the same Math experience from the comfort of your home. With our online platform mathnasium@home, you get the same instructors and the Mathnasium method that we deliver face-to-face in our learning centre online, interactive and in real time. Learning can happen from anywhere.

Website: www.mathnasium.ca/pickering
Telephone: (905)903-6638
Email: pickering@mathnasium.ca

Online Math Enrichment Courses

Math Plus at the University of Toronto is offering a variety of online courses all summer for children and youth in Grades 2-9.

Highlights:

▪ Hogwarts Summer Math Club (Harry Potter theme)
▪ Math of Art & Architecture
▪ Math Circle Problem-Solving Club
▪ Math and Health Enrichment Class
▪ Math of the World Enrichment Class
▪ Preparation for Grade 9 Math

http://mathplus.math.utoronto.ca/home/online_courses

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