Programs

Using adventurous and innovative programming in a camp setting, our goal is to allow participants to feel welcome and discover something new about themselves.  Our trained staff will work in small group settings to ensure each campers connects with someone and has the opportunity to find where they belong in our community.

Returning Summer 2024!  Limited space available.  This new camp will step outside of camp for a 3 day, 2 night expedition taking them down to Grande Cache, to participate in a selection of activities from reaching a mountain summit, to rafting down a river all while camping in tents.  Our staff are prepared to teach them the basics and safety of camping during their first few days at camp before they depart on their Expedition, followed by a few rewarding days at camp, where we will discuss and debrief their experiences.  During this program campers will be expected to assist with camp set up, take down, meal preparation and clean up.  Campers will be required to have appropriate hiking footwear, sleeping bag, sleeping pad and rain gear for this trip.

Using creative and innovative programming in a camp setting, our goal is to allow participants to feel welcome and learn something new about themselves.  Our trained staff will work in small group settings to ensure each campers connects with someone and has the opportunity to find their voice in our community.

The goal of our Teen Leadership Programs is to develop confident and competent community and camp leaders. The skills that will be developed over the weekend will open doors for students seeking part time work and increase potential opportunities for future employment with Camp Tamarack. Each participant will also be invited to join us for a week at camp as a volunteer Jr. Teen leader, where they will take on the role of a camp leader for the duration of the week. All participants should be prepared to actively participate in these programs. Their level of participation directly relates to the amount of knowledge and skills they will develop.

Participants will be covering topics including effective communication, problem solving, conflict resolution, what it means to be a leader, goal setting, team work and more, in the context of camp, the workplace, and life. We will develop these skills by partaking in role playing, games and activities, discussions, reflection, debriefing and small projects.

For those that have participated in our program before this is a great opportunity to use your skills and share your experiences with the group. You can even lead a session on a topic you are interested in

Volunteer week: Primary Day/Overnight Camp July 17-21 2023

Some of our junior leaders may also invited to volunteer additional weeks

Try it Day Camp – July 3-7 2023

Adventure Camp 1 – July 9-14 2023

Stage and Studio Aug 13-18 2023

Junior leaders will stay overnight in the camper cabins during all volunteer weeks.

Teen Camp will be the ultimate experience with a new challenge presented to campers each day. These challenges will allow teens to develop skills in communication, initiative and leadership. They will also have the opportunity to experience our camp programs including archery, giant swing and the adventure course.

This camp is an introduction to the basics of the creative arts with a focus on creativity. Campers will have a chance to participate in an open and supportive environment where they can write, design and create projects of their choice. Each day will be interspersed with exciting activities that campers enjoy such as swimming, campfires, games and more!

Wild-ventures provides an opportunity to experience the outdoor natural wilderness. Campers will get to pick and choose the path they take during the camp, and develop new skills to allow them to experience the natural environment in a way that makes sense to them. Campers will have the opportunity to go hiking, learn outdoor survival skills, tracking and more.

Adventure Camp with a science twist! Have you ever wanted to try all those crazy backyard experiments? This is your chance to get messy, and mix up your own concoctions to create messy explosions and bubbly eruptions. Plus, you get the opportunity to try out all our camp activities and games.

An opportunity for the little ones to try out summer camp like our Adventure Camp, the possibilities for FUN are endless! We adapt our programs to suit the needs and abilities of our younger campers. This group of campers have the opportunity to climb and use our giant swing and participate in daily arts and crafts, group games and water-based activities.  Snacks and Lunch are provided.

Day Camp – Our tradition of a giant slumber party will continue on the Thursday night of camp with all of our campers invited to join us.  Daily drop off is between 8:00 and 9:00 am and Pick up is between 5:00 and 6:00 pm.

Overnight – For our youngest campers who are excited to stay overnight!
Drop off will be Monday Morning with pick up on Friday afternoon. (Limited spaces)

We are taking it a step up from our Adventure Camp. Join us in more active and adventurous activities. Campers will be able to continue to develop new skills and try new activities around camp, as well as journey off-site, for new experiences that include Downhill Mountain Biking, Kayaking, Parkour and more.

Jr Ultimate gives an opportunity for our younger campers to get a taste of what Ultimate has to offer.

• Mountain Biking Trail Riding, Skill improvement and opportunities to ride features. Instruction provided by Nitehawk.
• Parkour. Instruction provided by Ape Parkour

Just like a “Choose Your Own Adventure” Book, the campers are provided with opportunities to learn new skills and try new activities. Our schedule is booked full with fun activities from the giant swing to the Climbing Wall and more. The possibilities are endless!

Want to have the experience of our Adventure Camp but not ready for the overnights? Check out our Adventure 8-8 program!

We know some of our older campers might not be comfortable staying overnight and we would like to provide an opportunity for them to attend adventure camp while missing as little as possible. Morning drop off will be at 8 am and evening pick up will be after our evening activities between 7 and 8 pm (pick up time to be confirmed this spring)

A great way to start out and try camp. Your camper will experience all that camp has to offer and have choice within their day as well. With everything from Archery to Climbing and more. This camp includes an optional Sleep Over or Camp Out (weather dependent) on the final night of the session. Drop Off is from 8:00 – 9:00 am and Pick Up is between 5:00 and 6:00 pm except Friday from 3-4 pm. Snacks and Lunch are provided. Early Drop Off (beginning at 6:30 am) is available for an additional fee of $50.

Adult Camp provides the opportunity for adults living with exceptionalities to come together and enjoy life at camp. Our activities offer a variety of low and high energy levels, and gets everyone moving and making new friends. We always enjoy our end of week celebration with a banquet dinner and dance.