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Join us at YMCA Day Camp this summer!

Registration for Summer 2024 is now open through the YMCA Online Portal!

This summer, your child will be happy and active at one of our Day Camp locations across Simcoe, Muskoka, and Parry Sound. Children aged 6-12 years old can register for Day Camp at 10 different locations offering a variety of programs. There is something for everyone!

Do you have a child who is 4 or 5 years old? Summer Kids Club is available at our licensed Child Care locations. Registration for Summer Kids Club is now open though the YMCA Online Portal.

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2024 Day Camp Offerings

Alliston, Tottenham & Area

Outdoor Variety Camp at Earl Rowe Provincial Park –

Campers will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of fun activities and develop their love of nature at Earl Rowe Provincial Park! Activities will include sports and games, arts and crafts, and daily exploration of the Provincial Park.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $300/week
About Earl Rowe Provincial Park: Earl Rowe is a large Provincial Park featuring hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables and an open field. Campers will spend their full day outside exploring the Provincial Park.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 6:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Ernest Cumberland and Tottenham PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Tottenham PS (8:40am drop off and 4:20pm pick-up)
2. Ernest Cumberland (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick up)
Location: Earl Rowe Provincial Park, 4998 Concession Rd 7, Alliston, ON L9R 1W1

Arts Camp at Earl Rowe Provincial Park –

Campers will spend the first half of the day exploring their creative side through various artistic mediums including painting, drawing, sculpting, printing and more! To complement this program campers will participate in a variety of traditional camp activities.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1, 3, 5, 7
Cost: $320/week
About Earl Rowe Provincial Park: Earl Rowe is a large Provincial Park featuring hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables and an open field. Campers will spend their full day outside exploring the Provincial Park.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 6:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Ernest Cumberland and Tottenham PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Tottenham PS (8:40am drop off and 4:20pm pick-up)
2. Ernest Cumberland (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick up)
Location: Earl Rowe Provincial Park, 4998 Concession Rd 7, Alliston, ON L9R 1W1

Science Camp at Earl Rowe Provincial Park –

Campers will develop an understanding and appreciation of science through participation, experiments and projects related to movement, construction and chemical reactions. To complement this program, campers will participate in a variety of traditional camp activities.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 2, 4, 6, 8
Cost: $310/week
About Earl Rowe Provincial Park: Earl Rowe is a large Provincial Park featuring hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables and an open field. Campers will spend their full day outside exploring the Provincial Park.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 6:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Ernest Cumberland and Tottenham PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Tottenham PS (8:40am drop off and 4:20pm pick-up)
2. Ernest Cumberland (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick up)
Location: Earl Rowe Provincial Park, 4998 Concession Rd 7, Alliston, ON L9R 1W1

Outdoor Explorers at Earl Rowe Provincial Park –

Your nature enthusiasts will spend the week exploring nature through daily hikes, plant and vegetation identification, animal tracking, shelter building, and learning how to be a nature explorer while respecting wildlife and our beautiful forests. Nature enthusiasts will end the week by testing their nature survival skills and receive a nature explorer YMCA badge. Nature enthusiasts will have the opportunity to partake in traditional camp activities.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-8
Cost: $320/week
About Earl Rowe Provincial Park: Earl Rowe is a large Provincial Park featuring hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables and an open field. Campers will spend their full day outside exploring the Provincial Park.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 6:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Ernest Cumberland and Tottenham PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Tottenham PS (8:40am drop off and 4:20pm pick-up)
2. Ernest Cumberland (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick up)
Location: Earl Rowe Provincial Park, 4998 Concession Rd 7, Alliston, ON L9R 1W1

Barrie & Area

Outdoor Variety Camp at Bass Lake Provincial Park –

Campers will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of fun activities and develop their love of nature at Bass Lake Provincial Park! Activities will include hiking, teambuilding, canoeing, arts and crafts, and daily swimming at the Provincial Park.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $285/week
About Bass Lake Provincial Park: Bass Lake is a beautiful Provincial Park featuring outdoor hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables, green space and accessible washrooms. Campers will spend their full day outside enjoying the property.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Oakley Park PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Oakley Park PS (8:15am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Bass Lake Provincial Park, 2540 Bass Lake Sideroad East, Oro-Medonte Township, ON, L3V 6H2

Outdoor Explorers at Bass Lake Provincial Park –

Your nature enthusiasts will spend the week exploring nature through daily hikes, plant and vegetation identification, animal tracking, shelter building, and learning how to be a nature explorer while respecting wildlife and our beautiful forests. Nature enthusiasts will end the week by testing their nature survival skills and receive a nature explorer YMCA badge. Nature enthusiasts will have the opportunity to partake in a traditional camp activities as well as canoeing and daily swimming.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $315/week
About Bass Lake Provincial Park: Bass Lake is a beautiful Provincial Park featuring outdoor hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables, green space and accessible washrooms. Campers will spend their full day outside enjoying the property.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Oakley Park PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Oakley Park PS (8:15am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Bass Lake Provincial Park, 2540 Bass Lake Sideroad East, Oro-Medonte Township, ON, L3V 6H2

Arts Camp at Lakehead University –

Campers will spend the first half of the day exploring their creative side through various artistic mediums including painting, drawing, sculpting, printing and more! To complement this program campers will participate in a variety of traditional camp activities.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1, 4, 7
Cost: $285/week
About Lakehead University: Lakehead University is a certified campus on 85 acres of land in West Orillia. The main day camp area includes an open concept classroom as well as access to the surrounding fields and outdoor sports rinks. Campers will spend majority of their day outside with access to the building, field spaces, and local walking trails.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Oakley Park PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Oakley Park PS (8:15am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Lakehead University, 500 University Avenue, Orillia, ON L3V 0B9

Science Camp at Lakehead University –

Campers will develop an understanding and appreciation of science through participation, experiments and projects related to movement, construction and chemical reactions. To complement this program, campers will participate in a variety of traditional camp activities.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 2, 5, 8
Cost: $310/week
About Lakehead University: Lakehead University is a certified campus on 85 acres of land in West Orillia. The main day camp area includes an open concept classroom as well as access to the surrounding fields and outdoor sports rinks. Campers will spend majority of their day outside with access to the building, field spaces, and local walking trails.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Oakley Park PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Oakley Park PS (8:15am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Lakehead University, 500 University Avenue, Orillia, ON L3V 0B9

Multi Sports Camp at Lakehead University –

Campers will develop the fundamental skills needed to play a variety of sports including soccer, ball hockey, ultimate frisbee, and more! Emphasis teamwork, fitness, fair play, and fun!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 3, 6
Cost: $285/week
About Lakehead University: Lakehead University is a certified campus on 85 acres of land in West Orillia. The main day camp area includes an open concept classroom as well as access to the surrounding fields and outdoor sports rinks. Campers will spend majority of their day outside with access to the building, field spaces, and local walking trails.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Oakley Park PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Oakley Park PS (8:15am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Lakehead University, 500 University Avenue, Orillia, ON L3V 0B9

NEW! Counsellor in Training at Lakehead University –

Counsellor in Training is a three-week youth leadership program that focuses on developing the skills required to become a day camp counsellor. Participants will learn about program planning and working with campers in an interactive environment. Participants will also get the opportunity to do a supervised practical placement in one of our YMCA Summer Day Camps!

Ages: 12-15 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-3, 4-6
Cost: $530
About Lakehead University: Lakehead University is a certified campus on 85 acres of land in West Orillia. The main day camp area includes an open concept classroom as well as access to the surrounding fields and outdoor sports rinks. Campers will spend majority of their day outside with access to the building, field spaces, and local walking trails.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Bus stop locations:
1. Oakley Park PS (8:15am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Lakehead University, 500 University Avenue, Orillia, ON L3V 0B9

Bradford & Area

Outdoor Variety Camp at Scanlon Creek Conservation Area –

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities including sports and games, arts and crafts, and daily exploration of the nature conservation.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $300/week
About Scanlon Creek Conservation Area: Scanlon Creek is a beautiful nature conservation featuring outdoor hiking trails, a small creek, forest areas, a large shaded pavilion with picnic tables and accessible washrooms. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables, forest and green space, and access to on-site trails. Campers will spend their full day outside enjoying the conservation area.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:00am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at WH Day Elementary School for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: WH Day Elementary School, 410 Maplegrove Ave., Bradford, ON, L3Z 2V4

Collingwood & Area - ALL WEEKS FULL

Variety Camp at the Collingwood YMCA – ALL WEEKS FULL

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities including sports and games, arts and crafts, daily swimming, and much more!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $265/week
About the Collingwood YMCA: The Collingwood YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area is located in the field space in front of the Curling Club Building. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside, with access to the neighbourhood park and local walking trails. Campers will access the YMCA for daily swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Collingwood YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Collingwood YMCA, 200 Hume St, Collingwood, ON L9Y 4W3

Aquatics Camp at the Collingwood YMCA – ALL WEEKS FULL

Campers receive a daily swim lesson, focused on building their aquatic skills with a certified Swim Instructor. On day one, campers will be assessed and divided by skill level. At the end of the week, campers will receive a report card indicating skill achievement. To complement this program, campers will participate in a variety of traditional camp activities followed by a recreational swim time!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 6, 7
Cost: $280/week
About the Collingwood YMCA: The Collingwood YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area is located in the field space in front of the Curling Club Building. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside, with access to the neighbourhood park and local walking trails. Campers will access the YMCA for daily swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Collingwood YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Collingwood YMCA, 200 Hume St, Collingwood, ON L9Y 4W3

Gravenhurst & Area

Variety Camp at the Gravenhurst YMCA –

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities including sports and games, arts and crafts, daily swimming, and much more!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $265/week
About the Gravenhurst YMCA: The Gravenhurst YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area is located west of the YMCA building and includes a sheltered area with picnic tables, a small field space, and access to the YMCA for daily swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Not available
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Gravenhurst YMCA, 1-101 Centennial Dr., Gravenhurst, ON

Innisfil & Area - LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE

Outdoor Variety Camp at Earl Rowe Provincial Park –

Campers will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of fun activities and develop their love of nature at Earl Rowe Provincial Park! Activities will include sports and games, arts and crafts, and daily exploration of the Provincial Park.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-8
Cost: $300/week
About Earl Rowe Provincial Park: Earl Rowe is a large Provincial Park featuring hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables and an open field. Campers will spend their full day outside exploring the Provincial Park.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Innisfil YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Innisfil YMCA (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Earl Rowe Provincial Park, 4998 Concession Rd 7, Alliston, ON L9R 1W1

Arts Camp at Earl Rowe Provincial Park –

Campers will spend the first half of the day exploring their creative side through various artistic mediums including painting, drawing, sculpting, printing and more! To complement this program campers will participate in a variety of traditional camp activities.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1, 3, 5, 7
Cost: $320/week
About Earl Rowe Provincial Park: Earl Rowe is a large Provincial Park featuring hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables and an open field. Campers will spend their full day outside exploring the Provincial Park.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Innisfil YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Innisfil YMCA (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Earl Rowe Provincial Park, 4998 Concession Rd 7, Alliston, ON L9R 1W1

Science Camp at Earl Rowe Provincial Park –

Campers will develop an understanding and appreciation of science through participation, experiments and projects related to movement, construction and chemical reactions. To complement this program, campers will participate in a variety of traditional camp activities.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 2, 4, 6, 8
Cost: $310/week
About Earl Rowe Provincial Park: Earl Rowe is a large Provincial Park featuring hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables and an open field. Campers will spend their full day outside exploring the Provincial Park.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Innisfil YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Innisfil YMCA (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Earl Rowe Provincial Park, 4998 Concession Rd 7, Alliston, ON L9R 1W1

Outdoor Explorers at Earl Rowe Provincial Park –

Your nature enthusiasts will spend the week exploring nature through daily hikes, plant and vegetation identification, animal tracking, shelter building, and learning how to be a nature explorer while respecting wildlife and our beautiful forests. Nature enthusiasts will end the week by testing their nature survival skills and receive a nature explorer YMCA badge. Nature enthusiasts will have the opportunity to partake in traditional camp activities.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-8
Cost: $320/week
About Earl Rowe Provincial Park: Earl Rowe is a large Provincial Park featuring hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables and an open field. Campers will spend their full day outside exploring the Provincial Park.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Innisfil YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Innisfil YMCA (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Earl Rowe Provincial Park, 4998 Concession Rd 7, Alliston, ON L9R 1W1

Variety Camp at the Innisfil YMCA –

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities including sports and games, arts and crafts, daily swimming, and much more!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $265/week
About the Innisfil YMCA: The Innisfil YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area is located on the West side of the YMCA building and includes field space, and access to a hiking trail nearby. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and access the YMCA for daily swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Innisfil YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations: Please note, there is no bussing available for this location.
Location: Innisfil YMCA, 1-7315 Yonge Street, Innisfil ON, L9S 4V7

Multi Sports Camp at the Innisfil YMCA –

Campers will develop the fundamental skills needed to play a variety of sports including soccer, basketball, ultimate frisbee, and more. Emphasis on teamwork, fitness, fair play, and fun!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-8
Cost: $280/week
About the Innisfil YMCA: The Innisfil YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area is located on the West side of the YMCA building and includes field space, and access to a hiking trail nearby. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and access the YMCA for daily swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Innisfil YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations: Please note, there is no bussing available for this location.
Location: Innisfil YMCA, 1-7315 Yonge Street, Innisfil ON, L9S 4V7

Arts Camp at the Innisfil YMCA –

Campers will spend the first half of the day exploring their creative side through various artistic mediums including painting, drawing, sculpting, printing and more! To complement this program, campers will participate in a variety of traditional camp activities.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-8
Cost: $285/week
About the Innisfil YMCA: The Innisfil YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area is located on the West side of the YMCA building and includes field space, and access to a hiking trail nearby. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and access the YMCA for daily swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Innisfil YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations: Please note, there is no bussing available for this location.
Location: Innisfil YMCA, 1-7315 Yonge Street, Innisfil ON, L9S 4V7

Aquatics Camp at the Innisfil YMCA –

Campers receive a daily swim lesson, focused on building their aquatic skills with a certified Swim Instructor. On day one, campers will be assessed and divided by skill level. At the end of the week, campers will receive a report card indicating skill achievement. To complement this program, campers will participate in a variety of traditional camp activities followed by a recreational swim time!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 2, 5, 8
Cost: $285/week
About the Innisfil YMCA: The Innisfil YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area is located on the West side of the YMCA building and includes field space, and access to a hiking trail nearby. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and access the YMCA for daily swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Innisfil YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations: Please note, there is no bussing available for this location.
Location: Innisfil YMCA, 1-7315 Yonge Street, Innisfil ON, L9S 4V7

Midland & Area - LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE

Variety Camp at the Midland YMCA –

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities including sports and games, arts and crafts, daily swimming, and much more!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $265/week
About the Midland YMCA: The Midland YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area will be in the YMCA building and includes a small field space, and access to nearby Little Lake Park. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and access the YMCA for daily swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Midland YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Midland YMCA, 560 Little Lake Park Road, Midland, ON L4R 4L3

Multi Sports Camp at the Midland YMCA –

Campers will develop the fundamental skills needed to play a variety of sports including soccer, basketball, ultimate frisbee, and more. Emphasis on Teamwork, fitness, fair play, and fun!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 2, 4, 7
Cost: $280/week
About the Midland YMCA: The Midland YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area will be in the YMCA building and includes a small field space, and access to nearby Little Lake Park. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and access the YMCA for daily swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Midland YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Midland YMCA, 560 Little Lake Park Road, Midland, ON L4R 4L3

Arts Camp at the Midland YMCA –

Campers will spend the first half of the day exploring their creative side through various artistic mediums including painting, drawing, sculpting, printing and more! To complement this program campers will participate in a variety of traditional camp activities.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 3, 5, 8
Cost: $285/week
About the Midland YMCA: The Midland YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area will be in the YMCA building and includes a small field space, and access to nearby Little Lake Park. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and access the YMCA for daily swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Midland YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Midland YMCA, 560 Little Lake Park Road, Midland, ON L4R 4L3

NEW! Counsellor in Training at the Midland YMCA –

Counsellor in Training is a three-week youth leadership program that focuses on developing the skills required to become a day camp counsellor. Participants will learn about program planning and working with campers in an interactive environment. Participants will also get the opportunity to do a supervised practical placement in one of our YMCA Summer Day Camps!

Ages: 12-15 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-3, 4-6
Cost: $530
About the Midland YMCA: The Midland YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area will be in the YMCA building and includes a small field space, and access to nearby Little Lake Park. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and access the YMCA for daily swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Midland YMCA, 560 Little Lake Park Road, Midland, ON L4R 4L3

Orillia & Area

Outdoor Variety Camp at Bass Lake Provincial Park –

Campers will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of fun activities and develop their love of nature at Bass Lake Provincial Park! Activities will include hiking, teambuilding, canoeing, arts and crafts, and daily swimming at the Provincial Park.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $300/week
About Bass Lake Provincial Park: Bass Lake is a beautiful Provincial Park featuring outdoor hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables, green space and accessible washrooms. Campers will spend their full day outside enjoying the property.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:00am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Harriett Todd PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Harriett Todd PS (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Bass Lake Provincial Park, 2540 Bass Lake Sideroad East, Oro-Medonte Township, ON, L3V 6H2

Outdoor Explorers at Bass Lake Provincial Park –

Your nature enthusiasts will spend the week exploring nature through daily hikes, plant and vegetation identification, animal tracking, shelter building, and learning how to be a nature explorer while respecting wildlife and our beautiful forests. Nature enthusiasts will end the week by testing their nature survival skills and receive a nature explorer YMCA badge. Nature enthusiasts will have the opportunity to partake in a traditional camp activities as well as canoeing and daily swimming.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $315/week
About Bass Lake Provincial Park: Bass Lake is a beautiful Provincial Park featuring outdoor hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables, green space and accessible washrooms. Campers will spend their full day outside enjoying the property.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:00am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Harriett Todd PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Harriett Todd PS (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Bass Lake Provincial Park, 2540 Bass Lake Sideroad East, Oro-Medonte Township, ON, L3V 6H2

Arts Camp at Lakehead University –

Campers will spend the first half of the day exploring their creative side through various artistic mediums including painting, drawing, sculpting, printing and more! To complement this program campers will participate in a variety of traditional camp activities.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1, 4, 7
Cost: $285/week
About Lakehead University: Lakehead University is a certified campus on 85 acres of land in West Orillia. The main day camp area includes an open concept classroom as well as access to the surrounding fields and outdoor sports rinks. Campers will spend majority of their day outside with access to the building, field spaces, and local walking trails.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:00am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Harriett Todd PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Harriett Todd PS (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Lakehead University, 500 University Avenue, Orillia, ON L3V 0B9

Science Camp at Lakehead University –

Campers will develop an understanding and appreciation of science through participation, experiments and projects related to movement, construction and chemical reactions. To complement this program, campers will participate in a variety of traditional camp activities.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 2, 5, 8
Cost: $310/week
About Lakehead University: Lakehead University is a certified campus on 85 acres of land in West Orillia. The main day camp area includes an open concept classroom as well as access to the surrounding fields and outdoor sports rinks. Campers will spend majority of their day outside with access to the building, field spaces, and local walking trails.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:00am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Harriett Todd PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Harriett Todd PS (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Lakehead University, 500 University Avenue, Orillia, ON L3V 0B9

Multi Sports Camp at Lakehead University –

Campers will develop the fundamental skills needed to play a variety of sports including soccer, ball hockey, ultimate frisbee, and more! Emphasis teamwork, fitness, fair play, and fun!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 3, 6
Cost: $285/week
About Lakehead University: Lakehead University is a certified campus on 85 acres of land in West Orillia. The main day camp area includes an open concept classroom as well as access to the surrounding fields and outdoor sports rinks. Campers will spend majority of their day outside with access to the building, field spaces, and local walking trails.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:00am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Harriett Todd PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Harriett Todd PS (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Lakehead University, 500 University Avenue, Orillia, ON L3V 0B9

NEW! Counsellor in Training at Lakehead University –

Counsellor in Training is a three-week youth leadership program that focuses on developing the skills required to become a day camp counsellor. Participants will learn about program planning and working with campers in an interactive environment. Participants will also get the opportunity to do a supervised practical placement in one of our YMCA Summer Day Camps!

Ages: 12-15 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-3, 4-6
Cost: $530
About Lakehead University: Lakehead University is a certified campus on 85 acres of land in West Orillia. The main day camp area includes an open concept classroom as well as access to the surrounding fields and outdoor sports rinks. Campers will spend majority of their day outside with access to the building, field spaces, and local walking trails.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Bus stop locations:
1. Harriett Todd PS (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Lakehead University, 500 University Avenue, Orillia, ON L3V 0B9

Parry Sound & Area - LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE

Variety Camp at Parry Sound High School –

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities including sports and games, arts and crafts, daily swimming, and much more! Campers will have the opportunity to go off site to Waubuno beach, for a day of exploration and swimming.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $265/week
About Parry Sound High School: Parry Sound High School is located in the heart of downtown Parry Sound. The main day camp area is located in the field behind the school, with access to the open-concept cafeteria and gymnasium. Campers will go off-site twice a week to walk to Waubuno Beach for a day filled of sunshine and swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:00am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Parry Sound YMCA Day Camp for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Parry Sound High School, 111 Isabella St., Parry Sound, ON P2A 1N2

Wasaga Beach & Area - ALL WEEKS FULL

Variety Camp at the Wasaga Beach YMCA – ALL WEEKS FULL

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities including sports and games, arts and crafts, daily swimming, and much more!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $265/week
About the Wasaga Beach YMCA: The Wasaga Beach YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool, gymnasium, and outdoor field space. The main day camp area is located behind the YMCA building and features a large tent shelter with picnic tables, access to the playground and nearby field space. Campers will access the YMCA daily for swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Wasaga Beach YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Wasaga Beach YMCA, 1724 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach, L9Z 1Z7

Arts Camp at the Wasaga Beach YMCA – LIMITED SPACE AVAILABLE

Campers will spend the first half of the day exploring their creative side through various artistic mediums including painting, drawing, sculpting, printing and more! To complement this program campers will participate in a variety of traditional camp activities.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 2, 4, 6, 8
Cost: $265/week
About the Wasaga Beach YMCA: The Wasaga Beach YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool, gymnasium, and outdoor field space. The main day camp area is located behind the YMCA building and features a large tent shelter with picnic tables, access to the playground and nearby field space. Campers will access the YMCA daily for swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Wasaga Beach YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Wasaga Beach YMCA, 1724 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach, L9Z 1Z7

Day Camp and Bus Stop Locations

Inclusion Support Program (6-12 years old): The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to working with families to support campers with special needs, whether developmental, physical, cognitive, emotional or behavioural. Inclusion support is facilitated by our inclusion counsellors who are youth with at least 1 year of experience working with children. They receive YMCA training and are not licensed professionals. Please note we do not offer personal care and campers should be able to use the toilet by themselves and dress and change themselves independently.

When submitting your camp registration, please register for ‘Inclusion Support’ for the session and location desired and a member of the YMCA staff team will connect with you this spring to discuss inclusion supports and confirm your spot.

Day Camp Refunds and Cancellations: Requests for refunds of paid camp fees must be made at least 14 days prior to the camp week commencing in order for a refund to be considered. Cancellation requests made less than 14 days prior to the camp week must have an attached medical note in order to obtain a refund. Please note, there is a $25 deposit per week nonrefundable charge at the time of registration.

Financial Assistance: The Children’s Services Division of the County of Simcoe, the District of Muskoka and the District of Parry Sound provides child care subsidies to eligible families. The YMCA has secured purchase of service agreements allowing children to attend YMCA Child Care and Day Camp programs with the aid of subsidies. In order to apply for the subsidies, parents/guardians must be working, attending school or fulfilling a participation agreement with Ontario Works.

To Apply for Child Care or Day Camp Fee Assistance, Please Contact:
County of Simcoe: 705-722-3132
District of Parry Sound: 705-746-7777
District of Muskoka: 705-645-2412

For more information, please email hello@sm.ymca.ca.

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