Adventure Camp Sessions – Ages 7 to 14
2026 Details To Be Announced
Adventure Camp A & B are 6-day, 5-night programs where campers experience the best of John Island — from classic camp activities to campfires, all-camp games, and much more. Along the way, they’ll build friendships, confidence, and new skills in areas that inspire them.
Each camper will choose two Program Streams to focus on throughout the week, giving them the chance to dive deeper into their interests — whether that’s adventure challenges, creativity, outdoor living, or time on the waterfront.
Adventure Camp is designed to help campers grow through exploration, teamwork, and hands-on learning — all while creating memories that last long after they leave the island.
Our Adventure Camp sessions are an unforgettable John Island experience! Campers enjoy skill-building, community living, and classic camp adventures. This 6-day, 5-night program lets campers build confidence, friendships, and skills while exploring their personal interests through two personalised Program Streams.
Program Streams
Each camper selects two personalized Program Streams to focus on for the week. These streams combine our most popular activities and help campers grow through hands-on learning, creativity, and adventure. At the end of the session, campers receive a written progress report from their instructors.
Streams include:
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Adventure Stream: Focuses on teamwork and personal challenge through High Ropes, Low Ropes, Team Puzzles, and Group Initiatives. Campers learn climbing etiquette, knot tying, safe spotting, and belay techniques.
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Creativity Stream: Perfect for artistic campers! Activities include tie-dye, painting, music, and drama — culminating in a performance at closing campfire.
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Outdoor Living Skills Stream: Highlights wilderness skills like campfire and shelter building, archery, and Leave No Trace principles. Campers also enjoy a one-night outtrip on John Island.
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Waterfront Stream: Designed for campers who love the water! Campers learn boating safety and technique using kayaks, canoes, and sailboats.
Cabin Life
Each cabin has two counsellors who live with campers throughout the week. Cabin groups plan their own activities, share meals together, and participate in age-appropriate programs. Campers also take part in John Island traditions like evening programs, campfires, and Colour Wars!