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Summer Day Camp Programs

Everyone should have the opportunity to make endless summer camp memories.

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Join us at YMCA Day Camp this summer!

Registration for summer 2023 is now open!

This summer, your child will be happy and active at one of our Day Camp locations across Simcoe, Muskoka, and Parry Sound. Children aged 6-12 years old can register for Day Camp at 10 different locations offering a variety of programs. There is something for everyone! Register now.

Do you have a child who is 4 or 5 years old? Our Summer Kids Club is available at our licensed child care locations. Register through the YMCA Online Portal now!

2023 Day Camp Offerings

Alliston, Tottenham & Area

Day Camp at Earl Rowe Provincial Park –

Campers will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of fun activities and develop their love of nature at Earl Rowe Provincial Park! Activities will include sports and games, arts and crafts, and possibly swimming in the on site pool.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $280/week
About Earl Rowe Provincial Park: Earl Rowe is a large provincial park featuring hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables and an open field. Campers will spend their full day outside enjoying the property and pavilions, and treed areas will provide shade on hot days.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 6:30am-9:00am (Tottenham PS) and 7:00am -9:00am (Banting Memorial HS) – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Banting Memorial HS and Tottenham PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Tottenham PS (8:40am drop off and 4:20pm pick-up)
2. Banting Memorial HS (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick up)
Location: Earl Rowe Provincial Park, 4998 Concession Rd 7, Alliston, ON L9R 1W1

Barrie & Area

Day Camp at Oakley Park Public School –

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities, including sports and games, and arts and crafts. Each week will feature a different theme and special activities. Activities vary based on location and interests of the campers.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $245/week
About Oakley Park Public School: Oakley Park is a school facility featuring a gymnasium, large tarmac, open fields, and a child care centre.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:00am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Oakley Park YMCA Day Camp for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Oakley Park Public School, 22 Davidson St., Barrie, ON, L4M 3R8

Sports Camp at Oakley Park Public School –

Campers will develop the fundamental skills needed to play a variety of sports, including soccer, volleyball, ultimate frisbee, and more. Emphasis on fun, fitness, fair play, and friends!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 2, 4, 7
Cost: $260/week
About Oakley Park Public School: Oakley Park is a school facility featuring a gymnasium, large tarmac, open fields, and a child care centre.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:00am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Oakley Park YMCA Day Camp for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Oakley Park Public School, 22 Davidson St., Barrie, ON, L4M 3R8

Arts Camp at Oakley Park Public School –

Campers will spend the first half of each day exploring their creative side through a variety of artistic media, including sculpture, painting, printmaking, clay and more!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 3, 5, 8
Cost: $265/week
About Oakley Park Public School: Oakley Park is a school facility featuring a gymnasium, large tarmac, open fields, and a child care centre.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:00am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Oakley Park YMCA Day Camp for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Oakley Park Public School, 22 Davidson St., Barrie, ON, L4M 3R8

Day Camp at Bass Lake Provincial Park –

Campers will have the opportunity to explore the great outdoors at Bass Lake Provincial Park. Available activities include hiking, team building, archery, canoeing, and daily swimming in Bass Lake.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $280/week
About Bass Lake Provincial Park: Bass Lake is a beautiful provincial park featuring outdoor hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables, green space and close access to washrooms. Campers will spend their full day outside enjoying the property and pavilions, and treed areas will provide shade on hot days.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:00am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Oakley Park YMCA Day Camp for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Oakley Park PS (8:45am drop off and 4pm pick-up)
Location: Bass Lake Provincial Park, 2540 Bass Lake Sideroad East, Oro-Medonte Township, ON, L3V 6H2

Bradford & Area

Day Camp at WH Day Elemntary School –

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities, including sports and games, and arts and crafts. Each week will feature a different theme and special activities. Activities vary based on location and interests of the campers.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $245/week
About WH Day Elementary School: WH Day is a school facility featuring a gymnasium, large tarmac and open field.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:00am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at WH Day YMCA Day Camp for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: WH Day Elementary School, 410 Maplegrove Ave., Bradford, ON, L3Z 2V4

Collingwood & Area

Day Camp at the Collingwood YMCA –

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities, including sports and games, arts and crafts, and daily swimming. Each week will feature a different theme and special activities. Activities vary based on location and interests of the campers.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $245/week
About the Collingwood YMCA: Collingwood YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside, in the neighbouring park and sports facilities, and will access the YMCA for swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Collingwood YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Collingwood YMCA, 200 Hume St, Collingwood, ON L9Y 4W3

Gravenhurst & Area

Day Camp at the Gravenhurst YMCA –

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities, including sports and games, arts and crafts, and daily swimming. Each week will feature a different theme and special activities. Activities vary based on location and interests of the campers.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $245/week
About the Gravenhurst YMCA: The Gravenhurst YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area is located west of the YMCA building and includes a sheltered area with picnic tables, a small field space, and access to nearby Gull Lake Park. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and will access the YMCA for swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Not available
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Gravenhurst YMCA, 1-101 Centennial Dr., Gravenhurst, ON

Innisfil & Area

Day Camp at Earl Rowe Provincial Park –

Campers will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of fun activities and develop their love of nature at Earl Rowe Provincial Park! Activities will include sports and games, arts and crafts, and possibly swimming in the on site pool.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $280/week
About Earl Rowe Provincial Park: Earl Rowe is a large provincial park featuring hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables and an open field. Campers will spend their full day outside enjoying the property and pavilions, and treed areas will provide shade on hot days.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Innisfil YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Innisfil YMCA (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick up)
Location: Earl Rowe Provincial Park, 4998 Concession Rd 7, Alliston, ON L9R 1W1

Day Camp at the Innisfil YMCA –

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities, including sports and games, arts and crafts, and daily swimming. Each week will feature a different theme and special activities. Activities vary based on location and interests of the campers.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $245/week
About the Innisfil YMCA: The Innisfil YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area is located on the West side of the YMCA building and includes field space, and access to a hiking trail nearby. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and will access the YMCA for swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Innisfil YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Innisfil YMCA, 1-7315 Yonge Street, Innisfil, ON L9S 4V7

Sports Camp at the Innisfil YMCA –

Campers will develop the fundamental skills needed to play a variety of sports, including soccer, volleyball, ultimate frisbee, and more. Emphasis on fun, fitness, fair play, and friends!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 2, 7
Cost: $260/week
About the Innisfil YMCA: The Innisfil YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area is located on the West side of the YMCA building and includes field space, and access to a hiking trail nearby. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and will access the YMCA for swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Innisfil YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Innisfil YMCA, 1-7315 Yonge Street, Innisfil, ON L9S 4V7

Arts Camp at the Innisfil YMCA –

Campers will spend the first half of each day exploring their creative side through a variety of artistic media, including sculpture, painting, printmaking, clay and more!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 3, 5
Cost: $265/week
About the Innisfil YMCA: The Innisfil YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area is located on the West side of the YMCA building and includes field space, and access to a hiking trail nearby. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and will access the YMCA for swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Innisfil YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Innisfil YMCA, 1-7315 Yonge Street, Innisfil, ON L9S 4V7

Aquatics Camp at the Innisfil YMCA –

Campers receive a daily swim lessons focused on building their aquatic skills with a certified Swim Instructor. On day one, campers will be assessed and divided by skill level. At the end of the week, campers will receive a report card indicating skill achievement. To compliment this program, campers will participate in a variety of traditional camp activities followed by recreational swim time. Prerequisite: Camper must be 6 years of age by the end of the camp week.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 4, 8
Cost: $265/week
About the Innisfil YMCA: The Innisfil YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area is located on the West side of the YMCA building and includes field space, and access to a hiking trail nearby. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and will access the YMCA for swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Innisfil YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Innisfil YMCA, 1-7315 Yonge Street, Innisfil, ON L9S 4V7

Midland & Area

Day Camp at the Midland YMCA –

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities, including sports and games, arts and crafts, and daily swimming. Each week will feature a different theme and special activities. Activities vary based on location and interests of the campers.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $245/week
About the Midland YMCA: The Midland YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area will be in the YMCA building and includes a small field space, and access to nearby Little Lake Park. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and will access the YMCA for swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Midland YMCA Day Camp for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Midland YMCA, 560 Little Lake Park Road, Midland, ON L4R 4L3

Sports Camp at the Midland YMCA –

Campers will develop the fundamental skills needed to play a variety of sports, including soccer, volleyball, ultimate frisbee, and more. Emphasis on fun, fitness, fair play, and friends!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 2, 4, 7
Cost: $260/week
About the Midland YMCA: The Midland YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area will be in the YMCA building and includes a small field space, and access to nearby Little Lake Park. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and will access the YMCA for swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Midland YMCA Day Camp for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Midland YMCA, 560 Little Lake Park Road, Midland, ON L4R 4L3

Arts Camp at the Midland YMCA –

Campers will spend the first half of each day exploring their creative side through a variety of artistic media, including sculpture, painting, printmaking, clay and more!

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 3, 5, 8
Cost: $265/week
About the Midland YMCA: The Midland YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool and gymnasium. The main day camp area will be in the YMCA building and includes a small field space, and access to nearby Little Lake Park. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and will access the YMCA for swimming.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Midland YMCA Day Camp for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Midland YMCA, 560 Little Lake Park Road, Midland, ON L4R 4L3

Orillia & Area

Day Camp at Bass Lake Provincial Park –

Campers will have the opportunity to explore the great outdoors at Bass Lake Provincial Park. Available activities include hiking, team building, archery, canoeing, and daily swimming in Bass Lake.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $280/week
About Bass Lake Provincial Park: Bass Lake is a beautiful provincial park featuring outdoor hiking trails, a small lake, and shaded pavilions. The main day camp area includes a large private shelter with picnic tables, green space and close access to washrooms. Campers will spend their full day outside enjoying the property and pavilions, and treed areas will provide shade on hot days.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:00am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Harriett Todd PS for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
1. Harriett Todd PS (9:00am drop off and 4:00pm pick-up)
Location: Bass Lake Provincial Park, 2540 Bass Lake Sideroad East, Oro-Medonte Township, ON, L3V 6H2

Parry Sound & Area

Day Camp at Parry Sound High School –

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities, including sports and games, arts and crafts, and daily swimming. Each week will feature a different theme and special activities. Activities vary based on location and interests of the campers.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $245/week
About Parry Sound High School: Parry Sound High School is a school featuring a gymnasium, large tarmac, open field and playground. The day camp area includes the gymnasium, three classrooms, hallway cubbies, and full access to the outdoor features. Each week campers will be bussed to Waubuno Beach for a half day of swimming and fun at the beach.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:00am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at Parry Sound YMCA Day Camp for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Parry Sound High School, 111 Isabella St., Parry Sound, ON P2A 1N2

Wasaga Beach & Area

Day Camp at the Wasaga Beach YMCA –

Day Camp offers campers opportunities to have new experiences, build skills, and make lasting friendships. Campers will participate in a wide variety of activities, including sports and games, arts and crafts, and daily swimming. Each week will feature a different theme and special activities. Activities vary based on location and interests of the campers.

Ages: 6-12 years old
Offered: Weeks 1-9
Cost: $245/week
About the Wasaga Beach YMCA: The Wasaga Beach YMCA is a community health, fitness, and aquatics centre featuring a swimming pool, gymnasium, and outdoor field space. The main day camp area is located behind the YMCA building and features a large tent shelter with picnic tables, access to the open field, and a band shell. Campers will spend the majority of their day outside and will access the YMCA for swimming and gymnasium use.
Camp Hours: 9:00am-4:00pm
Extended Care – Before Camp: 7:30am-9:00am – Fee: $30/week
Extended Care – After Camp: 4:00pm-6:00pm – Fee: $30/week
Extended care available at the Wasaga Beach YMCA for an additional fee.
Bus stop locations:
Please note, bussing is not available for this location.
Location: Wasaga Beach YMCA, 1724 Mosley Street, Wasaga Beach, L9Z 1Z7

Day Camp and Bus Stop Locations

Inclusion Support Program (6-12 years old): The YMCA of Simcoe/Muskoka is committed to working with families to support campers with special needs, whether developmental, physical, cognitive, emotional or behavioural. Inclusion support is facilitated by our inclusion counsellors who are youth with at least 1 year of experience working with children. They receive YMCA training and are not licensed professionals. Please note we do not offer personal care and campers should be able to use the toilet by themselves and dress and change themselves independently.

When submitting your camp registration, please register for ‘Inclusion Support’ for the session and location desired and a member of the YMCA staff team will connect with you this spring to discuss inclusion supports and confirm your spot.

Day Camp Refunds and Cancellations: Requests for refunds of paid camp fees must be made at least 14 days prior to the camp week commencing in order for a refund to be considered. Cancellation requests made less than 14 days prior to the camp week must have an attached medical note in order to obtain a refund.

Financial Assistance: The Children’s Services Division of the County of Simcoe, the District of Muskoka and the District of Parry Sound provides child care subsidies to eligible families. The YMCA has secured purchase of service agreements allowing children to attend YMCA Child Care and Day Camp programs with the aid of subsidies. In order to apply for the subsidies, parents/guardians must be working, attending school or fulfilling a participation agreement with Ontario Works.

To Apply for Child Care or Day Camp Fee Assistance, Please Contact:
County of Simcoe: 705-722-3132
District of Parry Sound: 705-746-7777
District of Muskoka: 705-645-2412

For more information, please email hello@sm.ymca.ca.

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