2023 Peterborough, Norwood-Asphodel Summer Camps

WHY CHOOSE OUR CAMPS?

WHY CHOOSE OUR CAMPS?

At BGC Kawarthas we take pride in providing an exciting summer experience! Our programs are designed to promote our core values of Belonging, Respect, Encouragement & Support, Working Together and Speaking Out.

Our Staff

Camp Staff are certified in CPR/First Aid and trained in Trauma Informed Approach for children in addition to intensive training and screening to ensure the highest quality program. We are an accredited organization with HIGH FIVE (a quality assurance program implemented by Parks and Recreation Ontario). Our staff team is trained in HIGH FIVE Principles of Healthy Childhood Development. The training provides the team with the skills and tools to facilitate high quality programs for children! To learn more about HIGH FIVE visit www.HIGH FIVE.org

Our Training Program Includes:

Program planning and development, program implementation, supervision, sun safety, behavioral management systems, emergency response, health and safety, communication, quality assurance and more.

Inclusion and Integration:

BGC is committed to the inclusion of all campers. Please make us aware of any special requirements for medication, mobility, or behaviour, or of other resources your child may need to participate at the time of registration. The more informed we are, the better service we can provide.

Camp Activity Locations and Transportation

The day will always start and finish at our Camp locations, while some of the daily activities will take place at local parks and splash pads. Our programs take advantage of many outdoor spaces including local parks, splash pads, outdoor spaces within walking distance. For activities that take place farther away, campers will be using BGC Kawarthas vehicles, and chartered school buses.

OPPORTUNITY CHANGES EVERYTHING

REGISTRATION

Registration or cancellation must be completed by noon the Friday prior to service. This provides us the time to reach out to our waiting list to fill your spot or to adjust staffing based on ratios. Full payment is required upon registration. Refunds are subject to 15% administration fee.

Our Foundation also provides financial assistance to ensure that no child is turned away. Let us know if we can help.

Registration is available online: bgckawarthas.com/ registration

Online registrations must be completed 3 days prior to care.

WHAT WE DO

WHAT WE DO SPORTS & RECREATION

We will provide a variety of physical activity opportunities with a focus on specific sports and activities. Our program will include – Rookie League Baseball, BBL Basketball, Soccer, Dance, Swimming, and recreational activities. Participants will try new sports and develop sport-specific skills from trained instructors.

ARTS, THEATRE & MUSIC

Participants will have the opportunity to try different types of art in a fun and creative way. Campers will use their imagination and creativity while utilizing paint, fabric, sketching, collaging, photography, and crafting skills. Participants will have the opportunity to perform weekly through song, dance and acting!

ACADEMICS- SUMMER BRAIN GAIN & S.T.E.A.M

What if you could keep your kids active in reading, math and science through the summer? Well, Summer Brain Gain and S.T.E.A.M. will provide that opportunity in a fun camp environment! Campers will take part in numerous activities designed to strengthen their math, reading, and writing skills, along with problem solving and experimentation. Instructors deliver learning opportunities through a fun interactive camp day.

TECHNOLOGY SKILLS & LEARNING

Each week participants will have the opportunity to experience technology programs including Kid Tech Nation! Your child will be able to exercise their imaginative and artistic skills as they create animations, art, games, and music while developing coding and communication skills in a fun, beginner-friendly, social, and collaborative environment.

NUTRITIONAL PROGRAMS KIDS FOOD NATION

Ever wanted to know what goes into your favourite dish? Do you love to cook or want to learn how? Kid Food Nation is here for you! This is where you can share your favourite healthy and original recipes, play games, learn fun facts about the foods we eat and so much more.

GENERAL CAMPS

GENERAL CAMPS 4-12 yrs

All programs will include a mix of indoor games, outdoor play, creative arts and crafts, science and technology. All Campers will have the opportunity to explore local parks and splash pads throughout the week of camp.

Peterborough Location: Adam Scott High School

Norwood-Asphodel Location: Norwood Recreation Complex

Weekly Schedule

Cost: $172.50

Locations subject to change

Daily Schedule

8:00- 9:00am DROP OFF

9:00- 4:00pm STRUCTURED ACTIVITIES

4:00- 6:00pm PICK UP

When camps are travelling to local parks and the pool, camp groups will leave the school at 9:15 am and return for 3:45 pm.

Swimming

Swimming is incorporated into our camp programs and appropriate staffto-camper ratios are maintained during swim times. Campers will travel to the Peterborough Sports and Wellness Centre Pool to take part in public swimming. Campers who are 7 years old and older will take part in a swim test administered by the lifeguards, and those who pass will be permitted to swim in the pool without a lifejacket, alternatively children will be in lifejackets provided by the Pool. Campers younger than 7 years of age will have opportunities to explore local splashpads during the summer.

NEW THIS SUMMER!

TRIPS!

We are excited to offer two trips this summer to our Peterborough and Norwood Campers. All trips require additional registration and fee. Spaces are limited.

($45.00 each trip + Weekly fee)

July 12th – Toronto Zoo

yrs6-12

Campers will travel to the Toronto Zoo to spend the day exploring the grounds and seeing the animals. Campers will have the opportunity to ride the zoo mobile, and have a splash in the splash zone. Get ready for a day of fun at the zoo while learning something new!

August 2nd - Legoland

Children will travel to LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Toronto. Kids will get to experience an indoor experience with over 3 million bricks under one roof. Rides, 4D cinema, Master Model Builder workshops and more!

July 5

July 12

July 19

July 26

Disney Wacky Super Hero Day Christmas in July

August 2 August 9

Leader in Training (LIT)

Cost: $60

14-17 yrs

This summer, through the Leader in Training (L.I.T.) program, youth will have the opportunity to experience the fun of summer camp, while taking on added responsibilities to prepare them for a job. L.I.T.’s commit to assisting in summer camp for 4 weeks, where they will develop skills, gain leadership experience, participate in engaging workshops, and earn volunteer hours.

For more information or to apply for a spot, please contact our front office or email: warehouse@bgckawarthas.com

Theme Days

August 16

August 23

Everybody’s Birthday Rainforest Adventure Witches & Wizards This World

July 7 July 14

July 21

July 28

Crazy Hat Day Neon Day Pajama Day Crazy Hair Day

August 4

August 11

August 18

August 25

Decade Day Country Western Day Hawaiian Day Camouflage Day Summer Party

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July 4-7

NEW SPECIALTY CAMPS IN PETERBOROUGH JULY CAMPS

NEW SPECIALTY CAMPS IN PETERBOROUGH JULY CAMPS

July 10-14

Soccer Camp Kid Tech Nation

July 17-21

July 24-28

Baseball Camp Kid Food Nation

SOCCER CAMP ($225)

We are excited to offer our Soccer Camp this summer. This program will include outdoor soccer skills and games, plus our new Fusal indoor soccer. Campers will have the opportunity to develop ball control, shooting, passing and goaltending skills through activities and small area games. Each day, campers will have the chance to learn skills and apply those skills in game-like situations facilitated by instructors who support all skill levels.

KID TECH NATION ($225)

Kid Tech Nation teaches children digital skills, coding concepts, internet safety, computational thinking, and robotics. The program also focuses on engaging young people in technology that they may not have otherwise been exposed to in Science Technology Engineering Math (S.T.E.M.) fields. Campers will have the opportunity to learn circuitry with MAKEY MAKEY as well as Wonder and Mindstorm robots.

BASEBALL CAMP ($275)

It’s time to step to the plate and become a five-tool player. Our Baseball Camp is designed to teach the fundamental skills to playing baseball through individual, small group and team activities. This camp will include skill development, games, at-bat practice. All levels of experience are welcome. This camp also includes a trip to the Jays Game at the Rogers Centre in Toronto.

KID FOOD NATION ($275)

Kid Food Nation helps kids develop food skills through hands-on experiences related to planning, preparing, and cooking. Our program will feature cooking lessons from a variety of facilitators and access to an online hub with resources for healthy eating and meal preparation, and food and kitchen safety. Campers will also have the chance to participate in a national recipe competition that encourages kids to put their food literacy skills into practice and submit original, healthy, and nutritious recipes.

July

-August

DANCE CAMP ($275)

14-18

21-25

Dance Art Basketball Music

Spend an exciting week learning from a variety of great dance instructors and dancers from across the Kawarthas. Campers will learn the latest moves in jazz, ballet, contemporary and hip hop. Dancers will become choreographers and performers as you prepare for an exciting recital at the end of the week! All levels of experience are welcome.

ART CAMP ($275)

Art camp provides a unique opportunity to try different types of art in a fun and creative way. Campers will use their imagination and creativity while utilizing paint, fabric, sketching, collaging, and crafting skills. Campers will display their art at the week-end Art show and will take home their designs to keep. Guest instructors will support campers each day to develop their unique designs.

BASKETBALL CAMP ($225)

Spend the week learning from local coaches and athletes. Practice your skills through drills, activities, small area games. Campers will develop their shooting, passing, dribbling and game strategies. The end of the week will include an indoor tournament for all participants to showcase their skills.

MUSIC CAMP ($250)

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afterschool

afterschool

Afterschool Programs are available at Edmison Heights & Westmount Public School!

Registration is open and we have space!

From the end of school day until 6:00 pm Our authorized recreation program focuses on various topics:

3 Physical Activity

3 Arts and Crafts

3 Science (S.T.E.A.M.; Kid Tech Nation, Discovery Lab)

3 Nutrition, Health & Wellness (Kid Food Nation)

3 Arts and Culture

3 Academic (Homework help)

Our programs are designed to meet and challenge your child in a recreational environment in addition to offering daily healthy snacks and support for your child and family. With a team of trained staff, we strive to provide an educational, fun and exciting environment for your child to learn, play and grow.

Registration or for more information: www.bgckawarthas.com 705-324-4493

Info@bgckawarthas.com