Camps

2019 Summer Camps

Week 1 (no Camp Monday)

OH Canada

A week of Canadian sports including hockey (floor), lacrosse and basketball. Our games and crafts will focus on Canadian music, food, athletes and inventors. Happy Birthday Canada!

Week 2  - Golf Camp

Crayola Colour Madness (Little/Junior Explorers)

Colour Wars (Sports)

Campers will be separated into team red, green, yellow and orange for a week long competition. Olympic inspired games, sports and more. A mid week day trip to Zap Attack for some laser tag rounds out the fun.

Week 3 - Aquatic Stew Camp

Under the Sea (Little/Junior Explorers)

Pirates Treasure (Sports)

All things 'seaworthy' is the focus this week. Pirates and Mermaids, Treasure Chests and Fish - Campers will go on a treasure hunt and do some fishing to discover what sea treats can be found around Camp. On Wednesday, the day trip takes Campers to Balsam Lake.

Week 4 - Jr. Lifeguards Camp

First Responder Week

Police, Firefighters and Paramedics are the folks who help us in an emergency and the them of week 4 at Camp. Campers will meet representatives from each of these professions and learn about their jobs and the tools they use everyday. On Wednesday, a couple of our own in house first responders, some lifeguards will join us on a trip to Cedar Park where they will keep us safe while we enjoy the Water Park.

Week 5 - Swim Lesson Camp

Animal Crackers (Little/Junior Explorers)

Wild Things (Sports)

Pets, Zoo animals, Farm animals, creatures of the wild - all animals will be fair game in our theme this week. Dig out your favourite 'animal team' jersey or animal t-shirt for our Friday tournament. Collect pictures of your favourite pets to share and brace yourself for a visit on Wednesday from our friends at Zoo to You!

Week 6 (No Camp Monday)

Castles, Knights and Princesses (Little/Junior Explorers)

Camp Crazy (Sports)

Our smaller Campers will celebrate all things Medieval; building castles, dressing as knights and princesses; Campers will make crowns and armour, decorate cupcakes and play tug of war. The older Campers will let loose with mismatched socks, inside out day, crazy hair day and crazy hat day. Crazy games and sports will follow!

Week 7 - Hockey Camp

Sun Moon and Stars (Little/Junior Explorers)

Aliens and Space (Sports)

If all things skyward interest your little Camper, this is the week for him or her. We will play with planets and stars, the sun and moon in our crafts.  Who will win in dodgeball, earthlings or aliens? The alien face painting is sure to be a hit! Don't miss our visit from Bubbleforce on Wednesday - this year 3 of Bubble Soccer - it's a camper favourite!

Week 8 - Golf Camp

Music and Movement (Little/Junior Explorers)

Rock Star Games (Sports)

It's the last week of Camp and we're going to rock it! Music and dance and talent are our focus for the final week. We'll fit in some dance exercise at the Lindsay Recreation Complex; we'll see the return of Walter the Guitar on Tuesday, we'll have a Camp staff talent show on Wednesday and a Camper talent show to end the week! Music and dance breaks galore - what a way to end the summer!

To obtain a copy of the Summer Camp Trips and Theme week schedule contact the Summer Camp Coordinator by e-mail or call 705-324-9411 extension 1307 to learn more.

2019 Summer Camp Registration starts May 6, 2019.

Registration is processed on a first come, first served basis. To register, a complete a 2019 Summer Camp Registration form will be required.

Registration will be confirmed upon receipt of a completed form. Space is limited and we are not able to reserve spots. Payment is due at time of registration. Once registration is confirmed, any changes or cancellations are subject to our Cancellation Policy.

Camp programs are not available for Online Registration at this time.

For specific details including calendars, weekly themes, activities and special events call 705-324-9411 extension 1307.

Day Camps do not operate on Statutory Holidays (July 1 and August 5, 2019).

The First day of Summer Camp programming for 2019 will be July 2.

Payment in full is due at time of registration. Please mail or drop off your complete camp registration form and payment to:

City of Kawartha Lakes
Parks, Recreation and Culture
Attn: Summer Camp Coordinator
50 Wolfe St.,
Lindsay, ON K9V 2J2

Payment can be made in person at the following locations:

Parks, Recreation and Culture Administration Office
50 Wolfe Street,
Lindsay

Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

Methods of payment: Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa or MasterCard

Lindsay Recreation Complex
133 Adelaide St. S.,
Lindsay

Monday-Friday 6:30am-10pm

Saturday & Sunday 11am-5pm

Methods of payment: Cash, Cheque, Debit, Visa or MasterCard

Registration may also be completed over the phone with Visa or MasterCard payment by calling 705-324-9411 extension 1307.

Online registration is not available for camp programs. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Camp Registration forms are available:

• Camp Registration forms can be picked up at the Parks, Recreation and Culture Administration Office located at 50 Wolfe Street, Lindsay or at the Lindsay Recreation Complex at 133 Adelaide St. S., Lindsay.
• By calling 705-324-9411 extension 1307 or e-mailing the Summer Camp Coordinator
• E-Mail the Camp Coordinator to request a copy to be sent to you via e-mail

Payment in full is due at time of registration.

The City of Kawartha Lakes works with the Jumpstart program, on behalf of Canadian Tire. Canadian Tire Jumpstart is a national charitable program that helps financially disadvantaged kids participate in organized sport and recreation.

For further information about Fee Assistance, contact our Summer Camp Coordinator at 705-324-9411 extension 1307.

Parks, Recreation and Culture reserves the right to cancel programs due to insufficient registration. In these cases, we will issue a full refund or credit. Refunds or credits for any other reason are subject to approval and a 15% ($5 minimum) administration fee. All refund requests must be made in writing.

Written refund requests may be sent by:

Mail:

Community Partnership & Program Supervisor
City of Kawartha Lakes Parks,
Recreation and Culture Division
50 Wolfe St., Lindsay, ON

K9V 2J2

Fax: 705-878-9388

E-Mail the Community Partnership and Program Supervisor

Do you like working with kids and want to improve your leadership skills? If so, consider volunteering with our camps this summer.

Camp volunteers must be at least 14 years old.

Potential volunteers will be required to undergo our screening process, including an interview and reference check.

There will be a mandatory volunteer training session to support volunteers in their roles.

Interested volunteers must complete a Summer Camp Volunteer Application Form and return by:

Mail:

City of Kawartha Lakes
Parks, Recreation and Culture Division
Summer Camp Coordinator
50 Wolfe St.,
Lindsay, ON K9V 2J2

In Person:

Parks, Recreation and Culture Administration Office
50 Wolfe St.,
Lindsay, ON

Monday-Friday 8:30am-4:30pm

Fax: 705-878-9388

Questions or to obtain an application form:

Call 705-324-9411 extension 1307 or E-Mail the Summer Camp Coordinator.