Youth Camp Sessions – Ages 7 to 14
2026 Details To Be Announced
Youth Camp A is a 12-day, 11-night program where campers dive into the full John Island experience — from classic camp activities and theme days to campfires, Colour Wars, and time for reflection. Along the way, they’ll build friendships, confidence, and skills in areas that spark their interest.
Each week, campers choose two activity blocks (Personal Choice Activities) to focus on skill development in areas like archery, sailing, canoeing, kayaking, high ropes, outdoor living skills, and more!
Youth Camp A also includes an out-trip, where campers put their new skills into action and learn the essentials of camping, canoeing, hiking, and outdoor living. Before heading out, they’ll take part in trip prep sessions to get hands-on experience with gear and group planning.
2026 Details To Be Announced
Youth Camp B & C are 5-day, 4-night programs filled with fun, adventure, and opportunities to grow. Campers will participate in all-camp games, campfires, cabin-time programs, and much more — all while building friendships and confidence.
Each day includes Personal Choice Activities, where campers can focus on the skills and activities that interest them most. Options include sailing, canoeing, kayaking, high and low ropes, archery, drama, arts and crafts, and outdoor living skills.
(No out-trip is included in these programs, allowing campers to focus on skill-building and on-site activities.)
Our Youth Camp sessions are the ultimate John Island experience! Campers enjoy skill development, community living, and classic camp activities. Youth Camp A (12-day) also includes a cabin out-trip, while Youth Camps B & C (5-day) focus on on-site programming.
Personal Choice Activities (PCAs)
Campers choose skills they want to focus on during their stay:
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Youth Camp A: Four skills (two skills per week)
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Youth Camp B & C: Two skills
Activities include sailing, canoeing, kayaking, high & low ropes, initiatives, archery, drama, arts & crafts, outdoor living skills, and more! Daily PCAs help campers build skills, confidence, and knowledge. Each camper receives a written report on their progression.
Cabin Life
Each cabin has two counsellors who live with campers for the session. Campers enjoy cabin activities, meals together, and particiapte in age-appropriate programs. Camp traditions like evening programs, theme days, and Colour Wars are included.
Out-Tripping (Youth Camp A only)
Out-trips are tailored to camper age and skill level:
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Youngest campers: Hiking trips to nearby campsites
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Intermediate campers: Canoe trips to nearby campsites and neighbouring islands, or hiking trips to Lost Lake
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Senior campers: Four-day off-site canoe trips
Campers participate in trip preparation sessions covering gear, packing, and Leave No Trace principles. On trip, they build wilderness skills, practice outdoor living, and gain confidence in canoeing, hiking, and group travel.