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HIGH FIVE® We focus on healthy child development. As a HIGH FIVE registered organization, the City of Peterborough’s Recreation Services Division’s Day Camp programs for children and youth are of the highest recognized levels of quality and safety, and meet a standard provided by Parks and Recreation Ontario. HIGH FIVE resources, tools, and training are designed to help program leaders and parents ensure organizations are delivering the best programs for children. Visit highfive.org to learn more.
This publication is designed and produced by the City of Peterborough. Changes to program information may occur after printing; for the most current information visit peterborough. ca. Comments regarding this publication can be directed to City of Peterborough Communications Services, or for recreation programming to the facility or program area directly. This guide is available in accessible format at peterborough.ca.
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Peterborough Camp Guide | Summer 2023
Program Information The City of Peterborough is proud to offer a variety of summer camps for children of all ages and abilities. With so many choices, summer has never been this much fun!
Registration Dates
Recreation Services Camp Payment Plan
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Recreation Services Programs January 2 | 7 am
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Peterborough Museum & Archives Programs January 23 | 9:30 am
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Art Gallery of Peterborough Programs January 3 | 9 am
Monthly payment plans are available to families registered for summer day camps and instructional sports camps provided by the Recreation Services Division. Complete full payment prior to camp start with convenient monthly payments. Call 705-7420050 for more information.
How to Register Online Visit cityofpeterborough.perfectmind.com to create an account. Wellness Centre members should have their account created in person to ensure proper rates are applied. • • •
View and register for programs View program schedules View your payments
Phone or in person • Peterborough Museum & Archives • Art Gallery of Peterborough • Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Payment • Online by credit card or account credit • In person by cheque, cash, debit card, credit card, account credit (or gift card for Wellness Centre and Museum programs only) • By phone with credit card only Program fees do not include HST. Youth programs under age 14 are tax-exempt. Payment in full is required at time of registration.
Summer Camp Member Discounts •
Recreation Services Division Registration fee discounts are available to campers who are part of a current PSWC Family or One-Adult Family Membership at the time of registration(s), and the membership must remain valid through the duration of the camp program(s). The difference in pricing will not be provided as a credit at a later date.
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Art Gallery of Peterborough A registration fee discount of 10% is available to campers who have an active membership with the Art Gallery of Peterborough.
Recreation Fee Subsidy The City of Peterborough offers a Recreation Fee Subsidy Program. This program assists low-income families and families receiving social assistance with registration costs for recreational programs offered by the City or other organizations within the City limits including but not limited to; sports activities, and aquatic programs and camps for dependent children under the age of 19 years. The maximum subsidy per child is $100 or $200 per year depending on the low-income cut off per household. Applicants are required to be residents within the City of Peterborough. Apply online at peterborough.ca/recsubsidy. Family Size
Income Cut-off
Subsidy*
Up to: 5 5
< $39,668 $39,669 to $43,993
$200 $100
6 6
< $49,993 $200 $43,994 to $48,317 $100
7+ 7+
< $48,317 $200 $48,318 to $52,640 $100
*Maximum subsidy per child per year.
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Withdrawals, Refunds and Transfers Art Gallery of Peterborough Refund requests are accepted prior to camp start dates and are charged an administration levy of 10% of the program fee or $10, whichever is greater. Refunds are not provided once the program starts unless accompanied by a medical note approved by the Program Supervisor or Manager designate; refund requests are approved solely by the Program Supervisor. Programs may be substituted or cancelled in the event of an emergency or insufficient program registration; full refunds or credits will be given for program cancellation only. Pending availability, transfer requests will be accepted and approved at no charge.
Recreation Services Division Program withdrawal requests are subject to a 15% administration fee prior to June 15th for July camp programs, or July 15th for August camp programs. Refunds are not given after cut-off deadlines without approval of the online form request and accompanying medical documentation by the Program Supervisor. ALL requests for program transfers are subject to a 15% administration fee.
Peterborough Museum & Archives Refund requests are accepted prior to camp start dates and are charged an administration levy of 10% of the program fee, or $5 minimum. Refunds are not provided once the program starts unless accompanied by a medical note approved by the Program Supervisor or Manager designate; refund requests are approved solely by the Program Supervisor. Pending availability, transfer requests will be accepted and approved at no charge.
Release, Waiver & Indemnity The Participant (or parent or guardian if Participant is under the age of 18) voluntarily assumes any risk of injury or damage in connection with the use of services and facilities, and releases, discharges, and agrees to indemnify and save harmless the City of Peterborough and its employees, agents, and volunteers from any liability, claim, demand, or cost whatsoever incurred arising out of the participation of the Participant in the program at the facility.
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Photo Waiver During the course of programs or activities, photos, audio or video may be taken of facilities and participants. The City of Peterborough reserves the right to use all materials for promotional purposes.
What to Bring Please bring a daily lunch, snacks, drinks, water bottle, running shoes, sunscreen and hat (or weather-suitable outdoor clothing and footwear), swim gear or sporting equipment where required, and a smile. Please leave nuts and nut products, personal toys, electronic devices, and valuables at home. Personal items should be labelled with a first name and last initial; camp facilities and staff are not responsible for lost or stolen items.
Camper Drop-off & Pick-up Caregivers are required to check-in with camp staff each morning and evening. If an alternative adult will be picking up your child, they must be listed on camper information forms or camper questionnaires. If a child does not arrive at camp, staff will follow-up with caregivers when applicable. If your child will be absent please advise staff in advance, or before 9 am on the day of absence.
Swim Screening PSWC | Peterborough Naval Memorial Park Mandatory aquatic evaluation of each camper’s swimming ability is performed by the Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre’s and Recreation Services aquatic staff. Wrist bands, water wings, or lifejackets may be assigned to the camper for the duration of the program.
Special Needs Campers If your child requires assistance with participation (behavioural, cognitive, physical, etc.) an adult shall be provided by the family to support your child’s experience at camp. Contact the program supervisor to discuss your child’s needs. We encourage positive and cooperative play, ensuring all campers have a rewarding camp experience. Bullying is not tolerated, and campers are encouraged to behave appropriately while in the care of the program.
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Facility Locations Art Gallery of Peterborough 250 Crescent Street, Peterborough agp.on.ca | 705-743-9179
Peterborough Museum & Archives 300 Hunter Street E., Peterborough peterborough.ca/museum | 705-743-5180
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre 775 Brealey Drive, Peterborough peterborough.ca/recreation | 705-742-0050
Peterborough Naval Memorial Park 24 Whitla Street, Peterborough
Sports Camps Locations Quaker Park Tennis Club 425 Driscoll Terrace, Peterborough Eastgate Park 2150 Ashburnham Drive, Peterborough Bonnerworth Skateboard Park 560 McDonnell Street, Peterborough Nicholls Oval Park 725 Armour Road, Peterborough
City of Peterborough 500 George Street N., Peterborough peterborough.ca | 705-742-7777
Peterborough Camp Guide | Summer 2023
Summer Camp Lunch Program The Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre offers a pizza lunch program on Fridays for campers enrolled in a PSWC summer day camp that coincides with the date of the lunch. Each package includes a slice of cheese pizza, juice box, and brownie treat. Register by 12 pm on Wednesdays. For more information and to register visit peterborough.ca/recreation. Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Peterborough Naval Memorial Park Fee: $8.50 +HST Date Friday July 7 Friday July 14
Code 38010 38011
Friday July 21
38012
Friday July 28
38013
Friday August 4
38014
Friday August 11
38015
Friday August 18
38016
Friday August 25
38017
Friday September 1
38018
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Peterborough Camp Guide | Summer 2023
Arts Camps Art Attack
Girls on Fire
Challenge your inner artist and expand your artistic world during this amazing week full of creativity. Using various art mediums, campers will experience opportunities to expand their creative side through hands-on art projects, games, crafts, and activities. Their master pieces will be on display for a weekending show for families and friends on the Friday.
This camp will impart our “Triple E Effort” with activities that will Encourage, Engage and Empower the young female registrants to participate, learn the skills , and have the confidence to continue to be involved in activity, art or sport in their future. Activities will vary and include arts, sport, leadership, sci-tech, and so much more.
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $225 | $175 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 3-7
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38108
M-F
Jul 17-21
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38109
M-F
Aug 8-11
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38110
M-F
Aug 28-Sep 1
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38111
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $225 | $175 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 24-28
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38117
M-F
Aug 21-25
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38118
My Summer Fun 1 Art Fundies Flex your creative muscles and learn a new artistic skill. Campers will build a strong foundation of artistic skills and techniques as they learn the basics of art making through drawing, painting, printmaking, sculpture and more in this fun, exploration-based program. Art Gallery of Peterborough Fee: $165 | $148.50 AGP Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 10-14
1p-4p
8-12
38172
Comic Books and Fairy Tales Marvel and Disney, take a seat. Learn the art of storytelling and bring your own characters to life as we explore bookmaking, drawing and painting techniques. Get inspired by your favourite comic books and fairy tales. Art Gallery of Peterborough Fee: $165 | $148.50 AGP Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 24-28
1p-4p
8-12
38174
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Portraits and landscapes and sculptures, oh my! Campers will create funky portraits, nature-inspired artworks, and experiment with painting, mixedmedia sculptures, and collages. Art Gallery of Peterborough Fee: $165 | $148.50 AGP Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 17-21
1p-4p
4-8
38173
My Summer Fun 2 Travel through time with the Art Gallery of Peterborough! Each day offers a new adventure in time, exploring different art and crafting techniques from stone-age to the present. Campers will learn skills in weaving, pinch pot pottery, and cooperative art-making. Art Gallery of Peterborough Fee: $165 | $148.50 AGP Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 31-Aug 4
1p-4p
4-8
38175
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My Summer Fun 3
Triple Threat Throwdown
All the world’s a stage, and every day is a new art adventure. Create fierce and fun animal masks and portraits, and show-stopping prints and puppets too.
Learn dance, dramatic games, skits, and monologues, and give it your all in an epic air band challenge…lots of fun, great music, and exercise! This week will include dance, voice, movement, scriptwriting, and performance. Campers will work all week preparing performances in a variety of arts genres to share with a week-ending event showcasing their new skills on Friday for families and friends.
Art Gallery of Peterborough Fee: $165 | $148.50 AGP Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Aug 14-18
1p-4p
4-8
38177
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $225 | $175 PSWC Members
Printmaking Ready, set, print! Make your mark as we learn and experiment with different printmaking techniques including stamping, stenciling, and block printing to create a portfolio of printed works. (No camp August 7) Art Gallery of Peterborough Fee: $132 | $118.80 AGP Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
T-F
Aug 8-11
1p-4p
8-12
38176
Stop-motion Animation Lights, camera, action! Campers will explore the art of storytelling, character development, and stopmotion animation techniques to create their own characters and short films. Build your character, story, and setting all week long and celebrate the grand finale with a short movie premier. Art Gallery of Peterborough Fee: $165 | $148.50 AGP Members
Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 31-Aug 4
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38119
Ultimate Dance This rockin’ dance camp is sure to be a hit for all the shining stars! Great music, better moves, and tons more, this camp will also perform a show on Friday for families and friends to showcase the variety of choreography they have developed, rehearsed, and mastered. This camp week will be jam-packed with dance activities, including classes in ballet, jazz, hip hop, acro, lyrical, theatre and much, more. Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $225 | $175 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 10-14
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38112
M-F
Aug 14-18
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38115
Youth Discovery: Youseum
Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Aug 21-25
1p-4p
8-12
38178
Get ready to let your imagination run wild in this creative camp for youth age 10-14! Campers will learn the ins and outs of exhibit making, as they design their own exhibit by creating unique and imaginative artifacts. What will you design? The sky is the limit! Follow us down the rabbit hole in this collaborative camp full of art, collaboration, and whimsy. Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $325
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Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Aug 21-25
8:15a-4:45p
10-14
38071
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Dreaming of Disney Explore the movies, the characters, the music and the fun in this great week of fun-filled adventures through the movies! From animated classics to live-action magic, jump into the magical world that is Disney with activities, crafts, games, fun, and so much more during this amazing camp. Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $240 | $175 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Aug 21-25
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38154
Peterborough Naval Memorial Park Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Aug 21-25
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38169
Fairytale Frenzy
Inspiring Play Camps Beach Party Summer is here! Let’s celebrate and enjoy beachtime fun with games, activities, water play, and more during this super hot week of action. Start off your summer right! Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $240 | $175 PSWC Members
Magic, mystery, fantasy, fairies, knights, dragons, mist, and moonlight all come together to make this week of camp a “fairy” special one. An adventure to remember, enjoy special games, challenges, crafts, and unique activities that embrace the magic of fairy tales in a very big way. (No camp on Monday, August 7) Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $192 | $140 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
Aug 8-11
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38152
Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
T-F
M-F
Jul 3-7
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38135
Peterborough Naval Memorial Park
Peterborough Naval Memorial Park Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 3-7
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38162
Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
T-F
Aug 8-11
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38167
Pirates and Mermaids Dinosaur Daze What if dinosaurs still ruled the earth? What would they do? How would they spend their summer? Join us to dig up some cool fun and step back in time. Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $240 | $175 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Aug 14-18
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38153
Peterborough Naval Memorial Park Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Aug 14-18
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38168
Peterborough Camp Guide | Summer 2023
Join us for a splash-tastic week of pirate life and enjoy your time in our mermaid lagoon. You won’t want to miss this exciting camp full of underwater fun, and high seas adventure as you explore sunken treasures, go on ocean expeditions, learn about under water creatures, make waves like a mermaid, and much, much more. Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $240 | $175 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 24-28
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38148
Peterborough Naval Memorial Park Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 24-28
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38165
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Space Adventure
Wild Zoofari
Voyage with us to far away planets and explore our solar systems, discover alien lifeforms, and discover fun that is way out of this world!
Explore the animal kingdom of fins, feathers, scales, tails, and more. Learn about our planet’s wild kingdom. What creatures will you discover this week? Join our wild zoo of fun and embrace all that is fun and furry during this amazing camp of critter celebration.
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $240 | $175 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Aug 28-Sep 1
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38160
Peterborough Naval Memorial Park Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Aug 28-Sep 1
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38170
Superhero Showdown Who is your special superhero? Bring your superpowers each day and discover your personal superhuman magic in the “Marvel”ous world of superheroes both local and imaginary! From capes to shields, and from badges to ladders, learn about what makes us super – become a hero, and celebrate those that already are one to you. Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $240 | $175 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 31-Aug 4
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38151
Peterborough Naval Memorial Park Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 31- Aug 4
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38166
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $240 | $175 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 17-21
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38137
Peterborough Naval Memorial Park Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 17-21
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38164
Junior Discovery: Can You Build It? Calling all Builders! Get ready to put your creativity to the test, as we build bridges, skyscrapers, and more in this week of engineering fun. We will experiment with different materials including Lego, blocks and recyclables and test the strength of our creations in fun challenges. Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $250 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
July 10-14
8:15a-4:45p
4-6
38059
Junior Discovery: Camp Jellybean Wild Wild West Your wanted poster has been shared, better get to camp to experience all that is the wild west during this fun week of trick roping, riding, and rustling herds. Explore the west and join our cowboy and cowgirl adventures experiencing the excitement of the gold rush and race across the plains. Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $240 | $175 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 10-14
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38136
Peterborough Naval Memorial Park Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 10-14
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
38163
Welcome to Camp Jellybean! Hike on over for a week of nature fun, inspired by the adventure of outdoor camping. Help us build a “campfire”, sing songs, play traditional camping games and don’t forget the s’mores! Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $250 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
July 17-21
8:15a-4:45p
4-6
38061
Junior Discovery: Ocean Quest Sharks, sea turtles, and mermaids, oh my! Let’s dive into the amazing world of ocean life, marine mythology, and underwater habitats through art, experiments, and imaginative play. Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $250
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Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
July 24-28
8:15a-4:45p
4-6
38064
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Summer Discovery: Do Ya Dig It? Can you dig it? Learn the ins and outs of archeology and paleontology as we perform excavations, examine artifacts, create fossils, and explore the mysteries of long ago! Let’s walk with the dinosaurs, stroll with the giant mammals of the Ice Age and discover mythological creatures from folklore. Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $250 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
July 31-Aug 4
8:15a-4:45p
7-11
38066
Junior Discovery: Big Beautiful World
Summer Discovery: The Great Camping Adventure Explore the bounty of the great outdoors at Camp Jellybean! We will build a “campfire”, sing songs, cook S’mores in our solar ovens, learn survival skills, go on hikes and so much more in this camping inspired week! Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $250 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
July 17-21
8:15a-4:45p
7-11
38062
Junior Discovery: Dinosaurs Rock! Let’s walk with the dinosaurs and explore the fascinating reptiles that once ruled the Earth. Campers will explore the study of paleontology, perform a dig and make their own fossils while learning about Jurassic beasts. Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $250 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
July 31-Aug 4
8:15a-4:45p
4-6
38065
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By using a combination of science, art, exploration and discovery, we will look at the diverse and amazing beauty that can be found all around us! Themes such as weather, nature, plants, bugs and animals will be explored as we learn about our wonderful planet and how we can protect it. Lots of time will be spent outdoors discovering what beauty is right under our noses every day. (No camp August 7) Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $200 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
T-F
Aug 8-11
8:15a-4:45p
4-6
38067
Summer Discovery: Eco-Explorers We only have one planet Earth, so let’s learn how to protect it! Campers will spend the week exploring in nature to appreciate the beauty that is all around us and learn about the delicate ecosystems that connect us all. We will also conduct scientific experiments to discover the harms of climate change and learn how even small actions can create a big impact when it comes to sustainability. (No camp August 7) Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $200 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
T-F
Aug 8-11
8:15a-4:45p
7-11
38068
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Science & Technology Camps Junior Discovery: Face Outer Space
Summer Discovery: Space Explorers
To infinity and beyond! Meet us among the stars as we learn about space travel, the solar system, and the wonders of the universe. Put on your spacesuits and get ready for an out of this world adventure.
Calling all young astronauts! Join us for an epic space adventure, as we travel from earth to the far reaches of our galaxy. From space travel to the solar system and beyond, this week is all about exploring the limitless potential and mysterious wonders of outer space
Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $250 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Aug 14-18
8:15a-4:45p
4-6
38069
Science Madness Measure, mix and observe! Campers will have the opportunity to try a variety of activities and explore the science world through hands-on youth science experiments and creations. This week of camp will also challenge our campers and their engineering know-how with interactive independent and group builds, events and activities that will get them thinking and put their questioning minds to the test. It will be a fizzy-fun, gravity-defying, and amazing time!
Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $250 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Aug 14-18
8:15a-4:45p
7-11
38070
Summer Discovery: STEAM Lab Grab your goggles and enter our STEAM Lab! Through experiments and challenges that incorporate the 5 strands of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, the Arts and Math) we will challenge you to think outside the box as you build, create, design, and explore! Are you up for the challenge? Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $250
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $225 | $175 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 10-14
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38128
M-F
July 10-14
8:15a-4:45p
7-11
38060
M-F
Jul 31-Aug 4
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38129
M-F
Aug 14-18
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38130
Summer Discovery: Exploring the Deep Blue Sea What is the biggest habitat on Earth, has the most different species that live in it, and is home to the biggest animal that ever existed? Well, the ocean of course! Spend the week diving into the fascinating world of the ocean, learning about marine life, adaptations, and the mysterious deep sea. Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $250
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Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
July 24-28
8:15a-4:45p
7-11
38063
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Sports Camps Guy Zone
Football Camp
A program just for the guys involving a variety of sports, sports-skills clinics, games, leadership, team building, and so much more. Play hard during this busy week of camp action!
Kinsmen Minor Football in partnership with the City of Peterborough Recreation Services Division is excited to offer football camp to our community. Coaches will work with players of all levels and drills will including how to punt, pass and kick. Helmets & t-shirts are provided.
Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $225 | $175 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 24-28
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38126
Nicholls Oval Park Fee: $148.75
M-F
Aug 21-25
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38127
Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Aug 7-11
9a-4p
7-13
37177
Sports Mayhem With a fun focus on skills and drills for a variety of different sports, this camp will also ensure an understanding of fair play and teamwork while having a load of fun at the same time. For all stars and kids who just want to get their kicks, passes and dunks, this week will introduce skills, work on game knowledge, and have a ton of fun at the same time. (No camp August 7) Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $225 | $175 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Jul 3-7
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38120
M-F
Jul 17-21
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38121
M-F
Aug 28-Sep 1
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38123
Fee: $180 | $140 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
T-F
Aug 8-11
7:30a-5:30p
7-13
38122
Ultimate Sports Camp The Peterborough Rugby Club, in partnership with the City of Peterborough Recreation Services Division, is excited to share in their passion for the game of rugby with young people ages 7 to 13. Besides non-contact rugby, the week may also include sports such as archery, giant-ball soccer, cricket, disc golf, ultimate Frisbee, tennis, Aussie Rules football and basketball. Campers will enjoy the use of the Rotary Splash Pad at Nichols Oval as well as the Peterborough Rugby Clubhouse facilities. Nicholls Oval Park Fee: $185 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
July 3-7
9a-4p
7-13
37178
M-F
July 17-21
9a-4p
7-13
37180
Ultimate Sports “No Limits” NEW Skateboard Camp This camp is delivered in partnership with Peterborough Skateboard Coalition and the City of Peterborough Recreation Services Division. Campers will participate in daily skills and drills and traditional camp programming. It is required that campers bring their own skateboard, an approved CSA helmet, elbow pads, wrist guards and kneepads. Bonnerworth Park | West 49 Skate Park Fee: $185 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
July 24-28
9a-4p
8-13
37175
M-F
July 31-Aug 4
9a-4p
8-13
37161
Peterborough Camp Guide | Summer 2023
The Peterborough Rugby Club, in partnership with the City of Peterborough Recreation Services Division, is excited to share in their passion for the game of rugby with young people ages 9 to 14. Besides non-contact rugby, the week may also include sports such as archery, giant-ball soccer, cricket, disc golf, ultimate Frisbee, tennis, Aussie Rules football and basketball. Campers will enjoy the use of the Rotary Splash Pad at Nichols Oval as well as the Peterborough Rugby Clubhouse facilities. This camp will also include off site trips. Nicholls Oval Park Fee: $215 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
July 10-14
9a-4p
9-14
37179
M-F
July 24-28
9a-4p
9-14
37181
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Instructional Soccer
Mini Tennis Camp
Peterborough City Soccer Club and the City of Peterborough Recreation Services Division is pleased to offer fun soccer camps for youth age 5-12 and all skill levels. Working with the OSA LongTerm Player Development model, full day camps include visiting Roger’s Cove Park for splash pad fun and other activities.
The Quaker Tennis Club in partnership with the City of Peterborough Recreation Services Division is happy to offer instructional tennis programs to beginners. Learn basic tennis skills with low compression balls, lower nets, and smaller courts. Lessons are Monday to Thursday for 1 hour a day. Friday will be used as a rain date if needed. Racquets are available for use if needed. This program is a maximum of eight kids per group with two instructors for a ratio of 4:1.
Eastgate Memorial Park Micro Soccer Camp Fee: $122.50 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
July 3-7
9a-12p
5-6
37183
M-F
July 10-14
9a-12p
5-6
37186
M-F
July 17-21
9a-12p
5-6
37189
Mini Soccer Camp Fee: $185
Quaker Park Tennis Club Fee: $71 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-Th July 10-13
12:45-1:45p
6-9
38114
M-Th July 10-13
2-3p
6-9
38139
M-Th July 24-27
12:45-1:45p
6-9
38140
M-Th July 24-27
2-3p
6-9
38142
Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-Th Aug 7-10
12:45-1:45p
6-9
38143
M-F
July 3-7
9a-4p
7-9
37184
M-Th Aug 7-10
2-3p
6-9
38145
M-F
July 10-14
9a-4p
7-9
37187
M-F
July 17-21
9a-4p
7-9
37190
Development Soccer Camp Fee: $185 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
July 3-7
9a-4p
10-12
37182
M-F
July 10-14
9a-4p
10-12
37185
M-F
July 17-21
9a-4p
10-12
37188
Junior Tennis Camp The Quaker Tennis Club in partnership with the City of Peterborough Recreation Services Division is happy to offer instructional tennis programs to youth. This tennis program will develop handeye coordination, teach basic stroke skills, and introduce the fun of game play, all on the highquality clay tennis courts of the Quaker Park Tennis Club. Lessons are taught by qualified tennis instructors and racquets are available if needed. Quaker Park Tennis Club Fee: $122.50
14
Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
July 3-7
1-4p
10-15
38146
M-F
July 17-21
1-4p
10-15
38147
M-F
July 31-Aug 4
1-4p
10-15
38149
M-F
Aug 14-18
1-4p
10-15
38150
Peterborough Camp Guide | Summer 2023
Summer Leadership Leadership in Training Program Learn leadership skills and team-building techniques, explore children’s camp programming and their challenges, develop initiative and experience, and become eligible for volunteer positions to obtain community hours within the Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre day camp programs upon successful completion of this volunteer development and training program. Full participation is required, and volunteer hours are easily obtained through the remainder of the summer after the training is complete, and the student is in good standing through performance evaluation. Contact cbuchanan@peterborough.ca for further details. Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $144 | $0 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
W-F
Jul 5-7
8:30a-4:30p
13-15
38019
Youth Leadership Program If you enjoy arts and crafts, the outdoors and working with kids, you’ll want to join our dynamic Youth Leadership Team! This program is for youth aged 14 + and is a pre-requisite to volunteer in our Summer Discovery camps. Program includes orientation and training seminars the first week of July, followed by a two-week placement in our summer day camp programs. Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $150 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
W-F
July 5-7
9a-4p
14-18
38072
Junior Parks Play Program - FREE! Stay busy this summer with free games, crafts, and themed days at community parks throughout Peterborough. If you’re age 4-8 and looking for a rockin’ way to spend your summer, we’ve got you covered. This program is offered by the City of Peterborough and led by HIGH FIVE® certified Recreation Services summer camps and parks staff members. Come play at the splash pads or wading pools, and then join us in the greenspaces and make it a day of fun! For schedules and activity outlines visit peterborough.ca/recreation (or email cbuchanan@ peterborough.ca). Caregivers please remain with your children. All drop-in park programs are free – come out to play! Rogers Cove Park and splashpad 131 Maria Street, Peterborough Turner Park and splashpad 673 Chamberlain Street, Peterborough John Taylor Memorial Park and wading pool 500 McKellar Street, Peterborough Chelsea Gardens Park and wading pool 964 Southlawn Drive, Peterborough NEW! Quaker Foods City Square 50 Louis Street, Peterborough
15
MARCH
B AK RE
16
Peterborough Camp Guide | Summer 2023
March Break Art Camp Join us for a week-long camp exploring the work of famous artists and their techniques. Each afternoon learn about a different artist and create artwork inspired by their artistic practice, style, and techniques. Art Gallery of Peterborough Fee: $165 | $148.50 AGP Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Mar 13-17
1-4p
7-12
37033
March Break Discovery Camp March Break at the Museum is engaging, interactive, and inquisitive. Campers will enjoy themed games, activities, crafts, and exploration. Programming takes place in our multi-purpose classroom, galleries, and outdoors. Children are encouraged to bring a nut-sensitive lunch and snacks, a refillable water bottle, and weatherappropriate clothing. Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $250 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M-F
Mar 13-17
9a-4p
4-11
36689
Recreation Services March Break Camp Full-week programs include a daily recreational swim (PSWC camp only), themed activities and games, indoor and outdoor challenges, special guests, gymnasium play, arts and crafts, drama, and much more. Please bring swim gear (for PSWC camps), indoor running shoes, lunch with snacks, outdoor weather gear, and a water bottle each day. Camp runs between 9 am and 4 pm, and additional supervision is provided betweeen 7:30 am and 5:30 pm. Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $240 | $175 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
M-F
Mar 13-17
7:30a-5:30p 4-11
Code 33567
Peterborough Naval Memorial Park Fee: $240 | $175 PSWC Members
Peterborough Camp Guide | Summer 2023
Day
Date
Time
Age
M-F
Mar 13-17
7:30a-5:30p 4-8
Code 33568
17
PA DAY
MPS CA
18
Peterborough Camp Guide | Summer 2023
Discovery Camps The Museum is excited to offer programs modeled after our successful Summer Discovery Camps and include themed crafts, games, experiments, stories, songs, active play, and much more! Peterborough Museum & Archives Fee: $150 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
W-F
Jan 4-6
9a-4p
4-11
37048
Fee: $50 Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
F
Feb 3
9a- 4p
4-11
36687
F
Mar 10
9a- 4p
4-11
36688
F
Apr 28
9a- 4p
4-11
38073
F
Jun 9
9a- 4p
4-11
38074
F
Jun 29
9a- 4p
4-11
38075
Recreation Services PA Day Camps Single-day programs include a daily recreational swim (PSWC camp only), themed activities and games, indoor and outdoor challenges, special guests, gymnasium play, arts and crafts, drama, and much more. Please bring swim gear (for PSWC camps), indoor running shoes, lunch with snacks, outdoor weather gear, and a water bottle each day. Camp runs between 9 am and 4 pm, with additional supervision provided 7:30 am to 5:30 pm. Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre Fee: $48 | $37 PSWC Members Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M
Jan 2
7:30a-5:30p
4-11
33498
T
Jan 3
7:30a-5:30p
4-11
33506
W
Jan 4
7:30a-5:30p
4-11
33522
Th
Jan 5
7:30a-5:30p
4-11
33521
F
Jan 6
7:30a-5:30p
4-11
33523
F
Feb 3
7:30a-5:30p
4-11
36622
F
Mar 10
7:30a-5:30p
4-11
33526
F
Apr 28
7:30a-5:30p
4-11
33549
F
Jun 9
7:30a-5:30p
4-11
33551
Peterborough Naval Memorial Park Fee: $48 | $37 PSWC Members
Peterborough Camp Guide | Summer 2023
Day
Date
Time
Age
Code
M
Jan 2
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
33554
T
Jan 3
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
33556
W
Jan 4
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
33557
Th
Jan 5
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
33559
F
Jan 6
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
33560
F
Feb 3
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
36623
F
Mar 10
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
33561
F
Apr 28
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
33564
F
Jun 9
7:30a-5:30p
4-8
33565
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P M A C R E M ! M N SU FU The City of Peterborough offers a variety of day camps for children of all ages and abilities. • • • • • • •
Sports camps Arts camps Inspiring Play camps Science & Technology camps March Break & PA Day camps Summer Leadership programs Junior Parks program
With so many choices, summer has never been this much fun! Registration begins in January; see page 3 for details.
Where will your imagination take you?
peterborough.ca/camps