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Interested in Camp Wenonah?
Visit their websiteWho are you as an organization?
More than just a Summer Camp, Wenonah is a trusted Summer tradition for campers and families around the world. Situated in the natural beauty of the Muskoka region of Ontario, Wenonah is surrounded by two lakes and hundreds of acres of breathtaking forests. Camp Wenonah fosters a unique world where belong, learning, and fun go hand in hand. We welcome kids and youth 5–17 years old for 1 month and 2 week stays, and our 3-7 day introductory periods. Experienced and caring staff team, including full-time medical staff. Special diets are supported by our professional food service team.
What do you do differently or uniquely well?
"We believe that the Summer Camp experience can have a life-long impact on a child. Camp provides a child with opportunities to become more independent, foster their self-esteem, make new friends, learn new skills, and develop an appreciation for the natural world. Our child-centred approach combined with a modern facility and a fully qualified, dynamic staff team ensures the highest quality experience for every Wenonah camper."
Who are your staff and counsellors?
"Our full-time Management Team provides year-round direction to all aspects of the Wenonah experience. With a return rate of 90%, our Summer Camp staff are the heartbeat of our community . Our staff are outdoor education professionals, teachers, university and college graduates/students or senior high school students that share one thing in common: they are committed to providing making a positive difference in the lives of every Wenonah camper. Our excellent staff to camper ratio (1:4 on average, 1:3 in water-based activities) means that every camper receives consistent individual attention everyday. "
What do families need to know about registration?
"We are over 90% fuill for the 2024 Summer Camp season! Register today to be part of a cherished Summer tradition. "
Choose the right programs and sessions for your child; Camp Wenonah currently has 8 programs available.
Ages: 16
Overnight Camp
(Coed)
Traditional (multi activity)
$5,250 to $5,550
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Ages: 8 - 12
Overnight Camp
(Coed)
Traditional (multi activity)
$1,625 to $1,700
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Ages: 8 - 15
Overnight Camp
(Coed)
Traditional (multi activity)
$5,250 to $5,550
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Ages: 14 - 15
Overnight Camp
(Coed)
Traditional (multi activity)
$3,050 to $3,200
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Ages: 9 - 15
Overnight Camp
(Coed)
Traditional (multi activity)
$3,050 to $3,200
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Ages: 9 - 15
Overnight Camp
(Coed)
Traditional (multi activity)
$1,625 to $1,700
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There’s a lot to love about Camp Wenonah, one of the foremost being Jeff Bradshaw, the director since he founded the camp in 1982. The goal, then as now, is to provide “a healthy respect and appreciation for one’s self, for others, and for the natural world.” To say that they do exactly that is an understatement. Wenonah has long been an example of what camp can be in the lives of children, often in surprising, remarkable ways. For example, Wenonah was one of the first camps in Ontario to host Syrian refugees, something Bradshaw did without a blink. The program was an inspiration to others, and continues to be. Tellingly, the camp website doesn’t talk about future campers but rather “future families,” and that’s really how the experience is envisioned: as one that involves families, and does so over the longer term. The activities are those we associate with the core of the camping tradition, though have been thoughtfully augmented over the years. The site, too, continues to grow, something that furthers the breadth of what Wenonah is able to offer and the number of campers it’s able to offer it to.
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Hear the three things that Our Kids’ editors see when they look at Camp Wenonah
1324 Bird Lake Road, Bracebridge, Ontario, P1L 1X1, Canada
Location | Address | Pick up | Drop off |
Vaughan Mills Mall | Vaughan Mills, Bass Pro Mills Drive, Vaughan, ON, Canada | 8:00 am | 12:00 pm |
Sleeping Accommodations
Amenities
Washrooms Facilities
More details about accommodations: Campers are housed in cabins while pre-leadership and leadership participants live in tabins. All cabins and tabins are a short walk from either a central male or female washroom and shower house. Washroom facilities feature flush toilets, private showers, and multiple sinks.
Are meals provided? Yes
Is Camp Wenonah technology free? Yes We want campers to live in the moment and enjoy and appreciate their Camp experience, and we think they can do the best when they are free from the expectations and pressure associated with social media and technology. If families decide that they want to send their child to Camp with a cell phone or similar device, we have strict rules about their use.
Sports facilities
Landscape
More details about property: The main Camp area is comprised of one hundred acres of spectacular forests, including twenty-four acres of pristine untouched wilderness, set in the heart of the rugged Muskoka woods. Beyond Camp lie thousands of acres of Crown Land that provide visitors with tremendous opportunities for exploration in a private outdoor setting. Our Muskoka facility is located two hours north of Toronto, just 25 minutes from the town of Bracebridge, Ontario. We offer a site and facility maintained in excellent condition and featuring highly-developed program areas. All facilities at Wenonah meet and exceed the highest standards of the local Health and Fire Departments, and the Ontario Camps Association.
Offers outdoor education program for schools or corporate groups: Yes
Wenonah Outdoors welcomes school and community groups from a number of cities and regions across Ontario for field trips and visits to our beautiful facility in Muskoka.
Our distinct full-program, full-service outdoor education experience is available to groups in May, June, September, and October. Most groups join us for stays ranging from two to four nights.
Our customized programs are tied to the Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum and offer students a hands-on experience that values community, interdependence, personal development, and an appreciation for the natural world.
We can’t wait to welcome your group to Wenonah!
Jeff Bradshaw, Executive Director
Vice President, International Camping Fellowship / Past President, Ontario Camps Association
As the Founder and Owner of Wenonah, I take great pride in the experiences provided for our campers. My first year attending Summer Camp was 1968 and I loved it! I experienced first-hand the many benefits of Summer Camp (greater independence, growing confidence, a sense of belonging, valuable principles of community living, a very real connection to the natural world and lifelong memories) and it continues to be a huge part of my life over 55 years later. I’m pleased that my three daughters (Sydney Feore, Madison Bradshaw, and Chelsea Bradshaw) have come to understand, appreciate and grow through Summer Camp just as I have and now continue with active roles as next generation Wenonah ownership. My inaugural season as a Camp Director was in 1982 and every year since, the commitment to providing a Summer Camp experience of the highest order has never wavered. We are very proud of Wenonah and equally of the generations of campers that have grown through our unique programs.
Each Summer, Wenonah welcomes hundreds of children and youth to Camp from communities across Ontario and from over 20 countries around the world. Our goal for each child is to have a safe, fun, and memorable Summer Camp experience with us. We want our campers to learn about themselves and the world around them while at Camp. 80% of our campers return to Wenonah each year, allowing them to build upon achievements from previous Summers and renew friendships with other campers.
We believe that the Summer Camp experience can have a life-long impact on a child. Camp provides a child with opportunities to become more independent, foster their self-esteem, make new friends, learn new skills, and develop an appreciation for the natural world. Our child-centred approach combined with a modern facility and a fully qualified, dynamic staff team ensures the highest quality experience for every Wenonah camper.
Wenonah is an accredited member camp of the Ontario Camps Association and an active member of both the Canadian Camping Association and the International Camping Fellowship. I was pleased to serve as President of the Canadian Camping Association for four years, President of the Ontario Camps Association (OCA) for two years, and I currently serve as Vice President of International Camping Fellowship (ICF), continuing a (close to) 40 year commitment of service to the ICF Board. We are proud of our unparalleled reputation as a Summer Camp destination both here in Canada and around the world.
What types of programs does Camp Wenonah offer?
Camp Wenonah runs: overnight camps. Programming specializes in: Traditional (multi activity) , CIT/LIT Program. Browse the program calendar for rates and dates.
What age does Camp Wenonah start?
Camp Wenonah has programs for children aged 5 to 17.
How much does is cost to attend Camp Wenonah?
Fees to attend Camp Wenonah range from $1,625 to $1,700/week.
Does Camp Wenonah offer support for children with special needs?
Camp Wenonah does not offer support for children with special needs.
Does Camp Wenonah offer busing?
Yes, Camp Wenonah offers transportation. Find busing info and fees here.
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