Camps

Our camps run at four locations, each offering unique programs for different ages and interests. Please note that outdoor locations may be adjusted daily in the event of inclement weather.

• Cowan Park Sportsplex: 895 Ridgewood Dr.
• Southside Park Sea Cadet Hall: 219 Victoria St. South
• Reeves Community Complex: 381 Finkle St.
• Cowan Fields: 1459 Devonshire Ave.

Camp programming runs weekdays from 9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Drop off is available from 7:30 – 8:45 a.m. and pick-up is from 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. A late pick-up fee will apply if your child is not picked up by 5:30 p.m.

Please refer to your child's camp schedule, provided on the first day, for the expected times campers will be back at their home facility should they be out on an excursion or swimming at the pool. When picking up your child, please don't forget your photo identification!

We encourage you to pack the following items:

• A nut-free lunch and snacks (similar to what you may pack for school)
• A refillable water bottle
• Sunscreen and a hat are strongly recommended. Please note that staff will not be putting sunscreen on your child, however we will direct and guide campers on how to apply sunscreen. We also encourage families to go through the process at home so campers understand and can apply the sunscreen themselves.
• Comfortable, loose-fitted clothing as well as closed-toe shoes, such as running shoes.
• A swimsuit and a towel
• Any extra items for a specialty camp you have registered for that require you to bring your own equipment, such as a bike, scooter, helmet, etc. 

Lace up your cleats and chase the championship! Campers will train like pros, represent their countries, and compete in fun matches. It’s a week of teamwork, trophies, and total soccer excitement.

Calling all Swifties and sports fans. This week is where music, sparkles, and sports collide! Campers will dance, sing, and create their own eras, then hit the field for fun sports games and challenges.

Grab your pickaxe and imagination! In this action-packed week, campers team up to design, build, and explore. From challenges to survival adventures, every day brings a new quest to craft, collaborate, and conquer.

Celebrate the magic of the holiday season with sun, sand, and smiles. From creating beachy holiday crafts to winter games in the sand, it’s a week full of festive fun, imagination, and holiday cheer (with a sunny twist)!

Pack your passport for a week of global fun. Campers will explore different continents and dive into diverse cultures through games, music, dance, and crafts. From colourful festivals to tasty traditions, this week will be a celebration of culture, creativity, and curiosity.

Step right up for a week of colourful fun, water relays, and excitement! Campers will enjoy games, creative crafts, music, and challenges inspired by the magic of carnivals - with a wacky water twist!

Celebrate 125 years of community spirit in Woodstock! Campers will unleash their inner superheroes through fun challenges, teamwork missions, and skill-building activities. Along the way, they’ll meet inspiring local heroes and discover how everyday acts of courage and kindness have helped shape our city’s story.

Travel through time in this epic adventure. From battling dragons in medieval lands, dancing through the 80s, digging up dinosaurs, and exploring the future, each day is a new era of fun and discovery.

Embark on a wild adventure through forests, fields, and streams! Campers will explore the wonders of the natural world through scavenger hunts, outdoor games, nature crafts, and eco-experiments.

Take a trip down memory lane. Campers will relive their FAV games, crafts, songs, and trips from previous summers- bringing back all the fun memories with fresh twists.

Please note that the credit card on file must be valid until September 2026.

• Registration on or before February 28: the system will divide payments into 6 equal payments with the first payment due when registering.
• Registration on or before March 31: the system will divide payments into 5 equal payments with the first payment due when registering.
• Registration on or before April 30: the system will divide payments into 4 equal payments with the first payment due when registering.
• Registration on or before May 30: the system will divide payments into 3 equal payments with the first payment due when registering.

Payments are scheduled on the 1st of each month.

If you are choosing to withdraw your child from camp programming, 5 business days must be provided to be eligible for a full refund. If notification is received less than 5 days prior to the program start date, no refund or credit will be issued (unless a medical note can provided). Please note that all full refunds may be subject to a $25 administrative fee per participant per program. If you would like to withdraw your child from camp, please send us an email. You can find details in tour refund policy.

Should there be inclement weather (which could result in a change of location pick up or drop off), a trip change, or any update needed, you will receive an email. Please ensure and verify your email is correct on your campers Perfect Mind account to avoid any missed communication. 

We strongly discourage sending money with your child unless otherwise indicated by the Site Supervisor. Often, the lineups are quite long, and ratios can be affected. If you have concerns or questions, you can direct them to the Manager of Recreation & Camps.

Yes! Children ages 6 – 12 will swim at Southside Aquatic Centre two to three times a week.

• Ages 4 – 5 have a 1:8 ratio
• Ages 6 – 12 have 1:12 ratio

Yes! We have a limited number of Inclusion Facilitators available to support campers with exceptionalities.

Your child may benefit from this program if they:

• Require assistance for personal care tasks such as toileting, eating, or dressing.
• Have an exceptionality or behavioural challenges that may impact their safety or the safety of others
• Receive additional support in a school setting

For participants who require additional support to fully engage in camp activities, please register for our Support & Accommodation Camp. Once accepted, you will be contacted by email with further details and intake forms.

Great question! Each camp is unique to its title and will look different on day-to-day activities. Camps will have a strong focus on safety, outdoor play, and fun! When signing in, groups will be participating in inclusive activities as new and old friends join in. Once all participants have arrived, they will begin their day via a detailed program plan including activities, crafts, sports, swimming, and special guests or trip adventures!

We strongly encourage families to register for camp programs that reflect their child’s age, as we strive to deliver quality, safe & developmentally appropriate programs.

Our camp team consists of a variety of both post-secondary and secondary students. All camp staff and camp volunteers are trained in the following:

• Standard First Aid & CPR C
• HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Child Development
• Behaviour Management Systems training
• Safeguard — Aquatic Training
• City of Woodstock policies and procedures