Camp Programs
Summer Camp Programs
Monday to Friday (5-day camps)
Summer Camp (5 - 14 years)
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Days will be spent fully immersed in the natural environment, exploring unique ecosystems, embracing child passions, playing games, creating arts & crafts, practicing mindfulness, developing nature knowledge & skills, and making friendships and memories to last a lifetime
This is a fantastic experience for children to disconnect from screens & technology and reconnect with the natural world around them!
Check out our Summer Program Guide for more details!
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Camp Groups
Seeds: 5 - 7 yrs (min. JK completion)
Sprouts: 8 - 11 yrs (Gr 2 - 5)
Saplings: 12 - 14 yrs (Gr 6 - 8)
Leadership & Volunteer Opportunities
application process
Rangers -- now called JCITs: July 2 - 3 Leadership Course
Volunteer CITs: July 2 - 3 Leadership Course
Apply by Feb 20th via Google Form Link
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2026 DATES: 6 Weeks
Register for a maximum of 3 weeks per participant:
July 6 - 10
July 13 - 17
July 20 - 24
July 27 - 31
Aug 10 - 14
Aug 17 - 21
Hours: 9:00am to 3:30pm
Extended Hours
AM: 8:15 - 9:00
PM: 3:30 - 4:00
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Camp: $78+HST per day, 5-day commitment
Leadership Course: $160+HST for a 2 day program
5% sibling discount
Payment plans available
Summer Camps Extended Hours
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AM Care: 8:15am to 9:00am
PM Care: 3:30pm to 4:00pm
Week 1 July 6 - 10
Week 2 July 13 - 17
Week 3 July 20 - 24
Week 4 July 27 - 31
Week 5 Aug 10 - 14
Week 6 Aug 17 - 21
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$7.75 +HST per AM or PM block per child
Seasonal Programs
Friday
Forest Camps: 5 - 9 years
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Activities will reflect the season and include forest exploration & learning, various team and leadership games, cooperative group games, and arts.
While dates fall on DDSB/DCDSB PA Days, any child is welcome to register
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FRIDAYS 4 sessions:
Fall: Nov 14
Winter: Jan 23
Spring: Apr 17
Summer: June 5
(PA Days for DDSB/DCDSB)
Hours: 9:00am to 3:30pm
Extended Hours
AM: 8:15 - 9:00
PM: 3:30 - 4:00
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$72.75+HST when registering for all 4 dates
$78+HST for single drop in sessions
25% deposit due at time of registration; installment plans available for no fee
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E-transfer is the preferred payment method and families will have the option to make an “offline payment” on Amilia when registering for a program
Ensure you select the total program fee option to proceed with E-Transfer
Select full payment for your child and add to cart
Instalments are set up separately outside of Amilia if required - email michellegraves@dogwoodforest.ca
Following your registration, please e-transfer to info@dogwoodforest.ca (auto-deposit is set up)
There is an additional fee if choosing to pay via credit card or pre-authorized debit (direct banking)
Credit Cards will include a 3% surcharge
Pre-authorized debit (direct deposit) will include a 1.25% surcharge
Forest Foxes (10 - 13 years)
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A play-inspired program for youth that supports physical health & social skill development within a forest environment
Activities will reflect the season and support learning through play: large group games, team or individual challenges, physical health and fitness, self-regulation, imaginative games, and more
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FRIDAYS 4 sessions:
Fall: Nov 14
Winter: Jan 23
Spring: Apr 17
Summer: June 5
(PA Days for DDSB/DCDSB)
Hours: 9:00am to 3:30pm
Extended Hours
AM: 8:15 - 9:00
PM: 3:30 - 4:00
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$72.75+HST when registering for all 4 dates
$78+HST for single drop in sessions
25% deposit due at time of registration; installment plans available for no fee
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E-transfer is the preferred payment method and families will have the option to make an “offline payment” on Amilia when registering for a program
Ensure you select the total program fee option to proceed with E-Transfer
Select full payment for your child and add to cart
Instalments are set up separately outside of Amilia if required - email michellegraves@dogwoodforest.ca
Following your registration, please e-transfer to info@dogwoodforest.ca (auto-deposit is set up)
There is an additional fee if choosing to pay via credit card or pre-authorized debit (direct banking)
Credit Cards will include a 3% surcharge
Pre-authorized debit (direct deposit) will include a 1.25% surcharge
Seasonal Program Extended Hours
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AM: 8:15 - 9:00
PM: 3:30 - 4:00
Fall: Nov 14
Winter: Jan 23
Spring: Apr 17
Summer: June 5
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$7.50+HST per AM or PM block per child

