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Camp Robin Hood
Markham, Ontario, L6B 1A8
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Type:Day camp
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Focus:Traditional (multi activity)
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Cost:$1,295 to $1,550/2 weeks
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Ages:4 to 15
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Gender:Coed
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Main language:English
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Capacity:500 to 800
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Programs:
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Summary Profile
About Camp Robin Hood
Celebrating 75 years in 2021! Our beautiful, private, outdoor setting has 4 heated pools, a canoe pond and delivers a wide variety of traditional camp activities and a dedicated Sports Academy. Family owned and operated for 60 years, our well-trained staff provide each camper with an outstanding experience. Bus transportation is available and swim instruction is offered daily.
COVID-19 Response
Our decision to cancel the 2020 season was incredibly difficult. A summer without camp was unimaginable but following the science and our own philosophy on what the Camp Robin Hood experience should look and feel like, we are satisfied that we made that we made the right decision. We now feel an incredible energy to plan for 2021.
Today, the challenges of managing school, social circles, kid’s activities and work continue to be a daily battle with more road bumps, undoubtedly, along the way. We extend a huge “shout-out”, in particular, to all the principals, teachers, support staff, custodians, and school administrators who have been thrust on to the front lines in this very strange time in history. THANK YOU!
We are optimistic that the journey to celebrating our 75th Anniversary next summer will be a positive one. We will plan methodically and thoughtfully, working closely with the Ontario Camps Association (OCA) and the Ministry of Health to deliver a safe and worthwhile experience for both our campers and staff.
In fact, our camp co-owner and director, Sari Grossinger is taking on camp industry leadership as the Chair of the Day Camp Committee for the OCA COVID-19 Task Force. Camp Robin Hood will do what is required and what is directed to take care of your children. In fact, it will be our honour.
Please call us to learn more.
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Programs, Rates & Dates
Programs and Sessions Calendar
Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; Camp Robin Hood currently has 3 programs available.
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Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 4 - 13
Traditional (multi activity)$1,295 to $4,900Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadJul 05-30 $2,510 - $3,000/month Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadJul 05-Aug 27 $3,995 - $4,900 Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadJul 05-Aug 13 $3,400 - $4,150 Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadJul 19-30 $1,415 - $1,675 Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadAug 03-27 $2,510 - $3,000/month Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadAug 03-13 $1,295 - $1,550 Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadAug 16-27 $1,415 - $1,675 Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 14 - 15
CIT/LIT Program$2,510 to $4,900/monthMarkham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadJul 05-30 $2,510 - $3,000/month Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadJul 05-Aug 27 $3,995 - $4,900 Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadJul 05-Aug 13 $3,400 - $4,150 Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadAug 03-27 $2,510 - $3,000/month Day Camp
Coed
Ages: 6 - 13
Sport (multi)$1,295 to $4,900Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadJul 05-30 $2,510 - $3,000/month Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadJul 05-Aug 27 $3,995 - $4,900 Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadJul 05-Aug 13 $3,400 - $4,150 Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadJul 19-30 $1,415 - $1,675 Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadAug 03-27 $2,510 - $3,000/month Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadAug 03-13 $1,295 - $1,550 Markham, ON
10243 Reesor RoadAug 16-27 $1,415 - $1,675
Financial Aid & Payment Details
Payment Options:
Deposit required with acceptance Yes Credit card payment Yes Discounts
Discount for 2nd child 5% Discount for 3rd child 10% Discount for 4th child 15% -
Insider Reviews & Perspectives
Editor's Review
Editor’s Top 3: Camp Robin Hood
Hear the three things that Our Kids’ editors see when they look at Camp Robin Hood
User reviews of Camp Robin Hood — Read all 6 reviews
Thanks for the opportunity
D.S. (Camp alumni)As I reflect on the summer, I wanted to extend my thanks to you guys again. Working at Camp Robin Hood has been something that I immensely look forward to and enjoy every year, and this year was no different. While reall... Read More
Thanks for the support
G.R. (Camp alumni)Hello Howie, I wanted to update you on my situation and thank you for helping me get there. I was accepted to both St. Matthew's University in Grand Cayman and Ross University in St. Kitts. I decided that I will be atte... Read More
Summer 2020 Decision
E.J. (Camp alumni)Dear Howie and Sari, Dee has just shared your devastating news with me that Camp Robin Hood has been cancelled for this Summer. I can’t begin to imagine the journey that you must have been on before you reached t... Read More
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Location & Site Details
Address
10243 Reesor Road, Markham, Ontario, L6B 1A8, Canada
Busing
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Markham #1 - Neighbourhood Transportation Service (Bus fee: $120 + HST/2-week session)
Location Address Pick up Drop off Coledale PS 60 Coledale Road, Markham, ON, Canada 8:00 am 4:50 pm Parkview PS 22 Fonthill Blvd, Unionville, ON, Canada 8:15 am 4:35 pm Ramerwood PS 11 Cairns Drive, Markham, ON, Canada 8:30 am 4:20 pm -
Aurora/Newmarket - Neighbourhood Transportation Service (Bus fee: $120 +HST/2-week session)
Location Address Pick up Drop off Clearmeadow PS 209 Clearmeadow Boulevard, Newmarket, ON, Canada 8:00 am 5:00 pm Hartman PS 130 River Ridge Boulevard, Aurora, ON, Canada 8:15 am 4:45 pm Glad Park PS 300 Glad Park Avenue, Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON, Canada 9:00 am 4:10 pm -
Markham #2 - Neighbourhood Transportation Service (Bus fee: $120 + HST/2-week session)
Location Address Pick up Drop off Middlefield CI 525 Highglen Avenue, Markham, ON, Canada 8:00 am 4:40 pm Legacy PS 61 Russell Jarvis Drive, Markham, ON, Canada 8:10 am 4:25 pm Cornell Village 186 Country Glen Road, Markham, ON, Canada 8:20 am 4:15 pm Little Rouge PS 571 Country Glen Road, Markham, ON, Canada 8:30 am 4:05 pm -
Pickering - Neighbourhood Transportation Service (Bus fee: $120 + HST/2-week session)
Location Address Pick up Drop off Pickering HS 180 Church Street North, Ajax, ON, Canada 8:00 am 5:00 pm William Dunbar PS 1030 Glenanna Road, Pickering, ON, Canada 8:15 am 4:45 pm Crawford Adventist Academy 1765 Meadowview Avenue, Pickering, ON, Canada 8:25 am 4:35 pm Elizaberh Phin PS 1500 Rougemount Drive, Pickering, ON, Canada 8:35 am 4:25 pm -
Richmond Hill #1 - Neighbourhood Transportation Service (Bus fee: $120 + HST/2 week session)
Location Address Pick up Drop off Kettle Lakes PS 62 Kingshill Road, Richmond Hill, ON, Canada 8:00 am 5:00 pm Father Henry Nouwen CS 121 Larratt Lane, Richmond Hill, ON, Canada 8:15 am 4:50 pm St Mary Immaculate 161 Regent Street, Richmond Hill, ON, Canada 8:25 am 4:35 pm Beverly Acres PS 283 Neal Drive, Richmond Hill, ON, Canada 8:35 am 4:25 pm
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Accommodations
Washrooms Facilities
- Flush Toilets
- Showers (outdoor)
Is Camp Robin Hood technology free? Yes Our setting lends itself to promoting the benefits of disconnecting from technology and focusing on the benefits of nature and outdoor play.
Property Details
Sports facilities
- Archery Range
- Baseball Diamond
- Basketball Court
- Climbing Wall
- Gymnasium
- Rope Course
- Soccer Field
- Swimming Pool
- Tennis Court(s)
Landscape
- Forested Area
- Lake/Pond/River
- Nature Trails
- Open Field
More details about property: We offer fully facilitated OUTDOOR EDUCATION, TEAMBUILDING AND LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT programming. Our facilities are also available to rent for CORPORATE PICNICS, WEDDINGS, BAR/BAT MITZVAHS and more. We have 4 heated in-ground swimming pools with diving boards. Our small canoe pond provides children with the opportunity to learn how to canoe in a controlled, well-supervised area.
Rentals & Services
Offers outdoor education program for schools or corporate groups: Yes
Since our inception, our Directors, comprised of educators, have been working closely with the Ontario school system (and our summer camp staff) to develop meaningful and enjoyable programs to meet the needs of an ever-changing educational climate. Our programs are designed with ease and efficiency in mind – we provide materials and guidance to help with pre-trip organization and once you arrive at our site, our staff can provide up to 100% of the program supervision and facilitation. We hope to assist you in providing creative approaches to student and staff programming! Our day programs take place at Camp Robin Hood which has been providing summer camp activities to children for over 70 years. This year marks our 22nd season providing the Robin Hood Leadership Centre program.
Available for private rentals: Yes
Camp Robin Hood is situated in a rural park-like setting on a privately owned site in Markham. Our family-owned business is proud to boast a 75 year history of providing private summer Day Camp programs. The Monday to Friday schedule of our program has allowed us to offer our 50 acre facilities to private and corporate groups looking for a unique event venue.
Associations
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Markham #1 - Neighbourhood Transportation Service (Bus fee: $120 + HST/2-week session)
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What's New
Director's Message
Sari & Howie Grossinger, Owners/Directors
Occupational therapist and former high school teacherSending your child to summer camp is no small decision. (Trust us—we know.) Our family involvement began in 1961 when Sari’s parents, Larry & Pearl Bell took on the leadership of Camp Robin Hood. Married for 29 years, we have been working together at Robin Hood for well over 30 years. We pour our passion and know-how to make every camper, staff and parent experience the best it can be.
In 2019, we were thrilled and humbled to receive the Canadian Camping Association’s Jack Pearse Award of Honour for providing outstanding service to the national organization.
We are also the proud parents of 3 children who have benefited from the camp experience and now as young adults, are carving out their own professions. 28-year-old Jordanna, our current Camper Tracker who is also a Speech Language Pathologist in the York Region District School Board, 25-year-old Cole, a business operations lead at a successful tech company, and 21-year-old Zane, a 4th-year Kinesiology student and All-Canadian Volleyball player at Queen’s University.
Did you know that we are also the co-owners of Camp Walden? For the past 17 years, we have fostered the growth of many Robin Hood campers who have made the move from our country day camp to our wonderful overnight camp through our very popular Home & Away Program. Overall, creating safe places for positive growth, independence, and boatloads of fun are the guiding principles that make us so proud of what we do. Give us a call, we would love to tell you more.
In the News
December 13, 2020
2021 - Our 75th Anniversary Season!
Our summer day camp in Markham is known for being a trusted provided of great spirit and excellent supervision for children ages 4-15. ... Read More
Stories
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Home & Away
Home & Away is a combined day and overnight camp experience. Campers in this program begin at Camp Robin Hood and then travel with their counsellors and cabin-mates to Camp Walden. Why should I consider Home & Away? This program is suited for campers being introduced to overnight camping for the first time; those who have commitments in the city; those who appreciate the security of travelling with a group and those who find making adjustments difficult. The program is designed for boys & girls who are currently in grades 2 and older. About Camp Walden: Set over 750 acres including a private lake, Waldenâs activities aim to provide the perfect venue for the formation of a tightly bonded community. Sports, Camping, Waterfront, Theatre and Visual Arts, and camp wide programs fill a camper's day. Well-ventilated and spacious cabins, a large dining hall, and a fully equipped Health Centre are the facilities with which we endeavour to help campers feel comfortable to explore the full camp experience. Learn more about Camp Walden by visiting www.campwalden.ca. About Madawaska All-Sport: The Madawaska All-Sport program, is the perfect program for any athlete. Madawaska camps has been operating its volleyball camp for over 30 years at Camp Walden. As part of the Robin Hood Camps family, Madawaska now has the year-round organizational and program support of Howie & Sari Grossinger and Sol Birenbaum, the owners of Camp Walden. By utilizing all of the land and sports facilities that Walden has to offer, this program is ideal for any sports enthusiast. Learn more about Madawaska Camps by visitng www.madawaskacamps.com.
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Robin Hood Sports Academy
At Robin Hood Sports Academy a staff of well-trained, experienced coaches focus on sports in an enjoyable way! Not only do they emphasize skill development, but also making sure the outcomes reflect cooperation, tolerance and the ability to be a successful team player. Campers develop their skills in an All-Sport program including: Basketball, Baseball, Soccer, Tennis and Floor Hockey, Football, Volleyball and more! To complete this amazing sports experience, all campers participate in daily swim and weekly game days!
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Camp Robin Hood
The Camp Robin Hood program allows campers to experience a wide variety of activities during their stay at camp. Under the supervision of 2 well-trained counsellors, campers will participate in both cabin and specialty activities. During specialty activities, campers will be instructed by expert staff who have planned unique programs that enhance the camp experience. Munchies & Leppies (Pre-senior Kindergarten): These pre-schoolers get extra special care; after all, this is a formative time for these campers and individual attention goes a long way towards the development of good values. That is why our ratio of staff to campers in this area is approximately 1 to 4. These campers are offered almost every camp program, including canoe, that is offered to our older campers. Their programs are adjusted according to the attention span and the abilities of these young campers. Juniors, Intermediates and Seniors (Completed SK- Grade 7): Along with twice daily swim instruction, our counsellors make certain that our campers are exposed to the full range of programs we have to offer. The counsellors get to know their campers and their needs and design their program to meet those needs. As well, our Intermediate and Senior Campers can make individual program choices through Hobby Hubs (Intermediates) and Options (Seniors), which allow them to focus on specific activities that they enjoy doing more often. The Leadership Training Program: (Completed Grades 8 and 9): Our experience indicates that a truly effective Leadership Training Program strives to develop knowledge and skills through the presentation of theory and the involvement of hands-on learning. Participation in regularly scheduled placements in a variety of areas at camp plays an important role as well. We believe that our LITs (14 year olds) and our CITs (15 year olds) need to understand age characteristics, age appropriate activities, behaviour management techniques and motivational approaches to be successful. A mandatory 3 day retreat early in the summer, allow us to reach our program objectives. We feel that the core elements of our program can be covered in 6 weeks. However, all LITs and CITs can benefit from a full 8 week program where they choose their own area of focus in the last 2 weeks of camp.
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What People Like Most
The whole package. I am thrilled about the way the camp is run from start to finish. From bussing, to programs, to swim, to home, the people, the communication- I have highly recommended this camp to many people. E.B. - Thornhill
The "traditional" camp experience, lots of fun, educated, enthusiastic people running the program and working at the camp. L.B. - Aurora
The experience and exposure to outdoor activities that are not offered at other programs (canoe, paddleboat, archery, camping). D.F. - Richmond Hill
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About our Staff
CRH staff goes above and beyond what most camps would provide. The staff has been supportive and enthusiastic to learn more about my son's needs and that equals a very successful summer session for everyone involved. S.J. - Markham
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About our Bus Program and Site
Extremely punctual and always smiling faces from bus counsellors and bus drivers. J.W. - Toronto I love your site. Again, the way I remember 'sleep-over' camp to be like. Fun, beautiful, full of nature. Something that both my husband and I want our kids to be exposed to. T.S. Richmond Hill
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About Home and Camp
The outstanding communicaton between home and camp is one of the many reasons why i send my kids to robin hood! E.L - Richmond Hill
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Home & Away
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