Camps

All Campers must be pre-registered for Camp, drop-in's will not be permitted. Campers will be required to register on a weekly basis, daily enrollment will not be available.

How to create an Online Program Registration account

To get started visit our Online Program Registration website at: https://kawarthalakes.perfectmind.com

For the best registration experience, please use Google Chrome or Firefox. Using other browsers may produce unexpected results.

Steps on how to create an account:

1. Click on the 'Signup' button.

2. Once all fields have been completed, click the 'Become Member' button at the bottom. You will receive a new temporary password by e-mail.

3. After click the 'Become Member' button, a new screen will open. On this screen, you will edit your account information and add family members to your account. Family members must be listed under your account in order for you to register them for a program or Camp.

Add all family member information so that your account is up to date.

Click 'Submit' to add the family member to your account.

Once the family is updated, click on your name in the top right corner to log out and exit the web browser.

4. Check your e-mail and look for an e-mail from us. Click on the link in the e-mail and use the username and password provided in that e-mail to log in.

5. When you log in using the username and password that was e-mailed to you, users will then be asked to reset their password. Choose a password that is familiar to you, so that you will remember it the next time you log in.

Once you click the 'Save' button, a notification will appear that your password has been successfully changed. Then log in using your username and updated password.

Once an account has been created, you will now be able to register for all Camps, Leisure, Fitness and Aquatics programs online through our Online Program Registration website.

If you have any questions or require assistance setting up an account e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division or call 705-324-9112 during business hours.

1. Log in to our Online Program Registration website at: https://kawarthalakes.perfectmind.com using your username (e-mail) and password.

2. Once logged in select the 'Register' menu. Under 'Select an Activity', choose the 'Camps' category. Next, select the Camp program that you wish to register for.

Alternatively, you can also use the search bar function in the top right corner of the page and search for the Camp by its name, or by using the program barcode.

3. Once you have found the Camp that you wish to register for, click the 'Book' button.

4. The next screen will display additional information about the Camp. Click 'Book' to continue booking the Camp, alternatively you can click 'Back' to return to the previous Camp listing page.

5. The next screen will ask you who you would like to register or book for Camp. Select the individual you wish to register for the Camp and then click the 'Next' button.

If you do not see the individual you wish to register, you can click on the '+' button to Add Family Member.

6. In the next step, you will be required to complete the Camp Questionnaire for your Camper. Answer the questions and then click 'Next'.

7. Review the information on the Cart Summary page to ensure that all of the information is correct and that you are registering for the correct Camp program.

If you wish to add/register for additional Camps, click on the 'Continue Shopping' button.

8. If everything looks good in your cart and you are now ready to complete your registration. You will now be required to enter your payment method (valid credit card is required). Enter your card information, including the billing address information associated with your card.

Review your cart summary and click on the 'Place My Order' button to make a payment and complete the Camp registration.

9. You will wait for a confirmation screen to appear confirming you have been successfully registered for the Camp(s). You will now receive a confirmation e-mail to confirm your registration(s), as well as copy of your receipt.

For questions regarding registering online for Camps, please call 705-324-9411 extension 1307 during business hours or e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division.

The City of Kawartha Lakes maintains the highest standards in regards to appropriate behaviour at camp, and do so to ensure a safe, enjoyable camp experience for all participants.

We ask that all children attending camp follow guidelines and interact appropriately in a group setting at all times. These guidelines include:

• Demonstrate respect in their interactions with other campers, camp leaders, staff, and volunteers;
• Keep hands and feet to themselves at all times;
• Respect the property of other campers, staff, volunteers, and the municipality;
• Listen to camp leaders, staff, and volunteers.

If a child is unable to follow the Behaviour Code of Conduct, the following steps will be taken:

• Re-direct the child to a more appropriate behaviour;
• Review the Behaviour Code of Conduct with the child;
• Leaders will notify the Program Supervisor and a discussion will take place to determine how the child can be best supported moving forward;
• Camp leaders and staff will document the occurrences;
• The parent(s)/guardian(s) will be notified of the behaviour/incident;
• If the behaviour persists, the City of Kawartha Lakes staff reserve the right to remove the child from the camp program.

The following behaviours may result in immediate removal from camp programming:

• Endangering the health and safety of oneself, other children, camp staff, or volunteers;
• Theft or damage of municipal personal property;
• Leaving/running away from the program without permission;
• Use of profanity, vulgar, or obscene language;
• Acting in a lewd manner.
• Bullying, harassment, threats, and/or violence.

The City of Kawartha Lakes’ day camps have a zero tolerance policy when it comes to bullying.

Each of our campers deserve the opportunity to participate in a variety of activities delivered in a fun, active, and safe environment that is free from harassment.

Camp leaders and staff will act to quickly address incidents of bullying and take the appropriate actions to remediate the issue. In the event of continued or recurring acts of bullying, the City of Kawartha Lakes reserves the right to remove participants that are unable to follow the behaviour expectations as outlined in the Behaviour Code of Conduct above.

For your child's safety, if your child is going to be absent from Camp please call 705-324-9411 extension 1307 and leave a message with the date, the child's first and last name and the Camp they are registered for.

Please note, if staff do not receive a message from you and your child does not arrive during the scheduled drop-off time, calls will be made to confirm whether your child will be attending the program. This is in efforts to ensure your child’s safety during the hours of Camp programming.

• They are comfortable with meeting new people and other children their own age;
• They can participate in activities with instruction;
• They have attended school, and are able to stay for the duration of the school day;
• They can follow safety rules;
• They can apply sunscreen with no assistance.

Still unsure if Camp is right for your child? e-mail the Parks and Recreation Division or call 705-324-9411 extension 1307 to discuss.

Preparing for Camp can be an exciting time! Here is a checklist to help ensure you are all set for Camp on Monday morning:

• Complete registration and payment
• Review Camp Policies and expectations
• Read over the Weekly Camp Newsletter
• Fill out any relevant Camper Forms
• Check out the ‘What to Bring’ list below
• Apply sunscreen before attending Camp

Campers are encouraged to bring the following with them to Camp each day:

• Nut free lunch and enough snacks for 2 nutrition breaks

• A reusable water bottle
• Closed-toe shoes (please no Crocs or open-toed/flip-flop style footwear)
• Hat
• Sunscreen
• Bug spray (applicable for Summer Camp only)
• Towel and easy on/off shoes for walking to the pool
• Swimsuit
• Extra set of clothes (shirt, pants, underwear, socks)
• Weather-appropriate clothing (jacket, boots, sweater, gloves)
• Mask

It is recommended that you label all of your children's items. The items brought to program are campers’ responsibility, and the Parks and Recreation Division is not responsible for any misplaced items.

What not to bring

Avoid sending all non-essential items to Camp. The following items are discouraged and will not be permitted at Camp:

• Toys
• Electronics (cellphones, video games etc.)
• Personal valuables
• Peanut products or food that is not identified as peanut free
• Weapons
• Lighters

Snacks/meals will not be provided during camp programming. Children are required to bring a lunch and snacks each day to camp. There will be two nutritional breaks in addition to a lunch period.

• We are a nut-free camp. Peanut butter, nuts, tree nuts, and/or any food that contains nuts are not permitted
• Refrain from sending food that needs to be refrigerated or heated
• Food will not be shared or traded with other camp participants
• Please pack a reusable water bottle so campers can refill their bottles throughout the day to stay hydrated! It is recommended to pack extra drinks on hot days

Please consider sun safety, as many of our daily activities will take place outdoors. We remind campers of the following guidelines:

• Campers arrive at Camp with sunscreen already applied
• Campers are able to independently apply sunscreen or come with spray-on sunscreen as needed
• Bring a hat, sunglasses, sunscreen, lots of water, and cool clothing
• Make sure to clearly label sunscreen sent to Camp