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Welcome to Summer 2011!
We have a camp for everyone!
July 4 - September 2
9 am - 4 pm
Extended day care available
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Adventure Camps
Do you enjoy rock climbing, animals, archery, hiking, horseback riding or canoeing maybe one of these camps is for you! |
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Sports, BMX/Skateboard Camps
Enjoy being active and competitive or do you just want to take part in a team sport...that's what sports camp is all about! |
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Leadership Camps
Are you a leader or follower? Learn how to utilize your disciplines, leadership skills, and self confidence. |
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Preschool Camps
Introduce your child to an incredible array of enjoyable activities that will keep their mind and bodies busy. |
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Special Needs Camps
Something for everyone...day trips, crafts games, sports, intro to cooking, the list goes on. |
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General Interest Camps
If you're looking for something a little different, this is the place to look! |
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Watersports Camp
Enjoy the water? Like canoe, play volleyball, swim, underwater hockey, or learn some life saving skills, these camps are for you! |
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Arts Camp
Are you creative and enjoy dancing, film production, performing, drawing or painting, or perhaps you would like to just try something new! |
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 Summer Camp Dates 2011 | Programs begin Tuesday July 4th, 2011. Programs are cancelled the Civic Holiday Monday August 1st, 2011
| | Sun Safety | Our motto…SLIP…SLAP…SLOP Remember to slip on a shirt, slap ona hat and slop on the sunscreen.Campers are encouraged to bringsunscreen (SP30) and a hat to camp "
| | Lunch & Snacks | Campers bring their own lunch, snacks and drinks. Please pack items that do not require refrigeration. Under extreme heat conditions, please remember to send extra water. PLEASE NO NUT PRODUCTS.
| | General Reminders | New participants to any of the programs designed for individuals with Special Needs will be contacted by phone to set up a “Pre-camp Visit” with one of our Special Needs staff to fully assess your child’s needs to ensure a successful camp experience.
All camp programs follow strict guidelines for medication administration. Please make prior arrangements with the Camp Directors for the participant’s specific needs.
School busing is available for day camp programs at Eldorado Park, On the Move Camp at Jim Archdekin and the Memories in Motion, Teens Unlimited and Anything Goes Camps at Loafer’s Lake Recreation Centre.
School busing is not available to any Extended Day Care Program or any integrated program running out of a recreation centre.
Wheelchair Accessible busing is available on a “first come, first served” basis. Please contact the Program Coordinator to make arrangements 905.846.2370. For the answers to any further questions please contact the Program Coordinator at your local recreation centre.
| | Staffing ratios, one-to-one support workers | Integrated and non-integrated special needs programs work with staffing ratios of two-to-one in children’s settings and three-to-one in teen and adult settings. Services for individuals with needs that require one-to-one supervision are available and can be arranged through the Recreation Department for an additional fee. Individuals requiring this service should identify their requirement for one-to-one support and pay the applicable surcharge at the time of registration
| | Our Staff | • Are trained in Standard First Aid/CPR/AED
• Chosen for their leadership skills, enthusiasm and creativity
• Are skilled in camp activities
• Attend extensive pre-camp training
| | Medication | For your child’s well being, make sure staff are aware of any allergies or medications. It is strongly recommended that campers take medication at home under the supervision of parents/guardians.
Campers requiring emergency medication, (e.g. “EpiPen”, asthma inhalers, insulin) during program hours must have a signed medication release form. Please ensure that all medication is stored in its original container. Campers carrying “EpiPen” are encouraged, whenever possible, to carry their pens in a “fanny pack” and an additional EpiPen or inhaler must be provided to camp staff.
Staff and the Department are not responsible for lost or damaged medications.
| | Code of Conduct | Please inform us of any family or behavioural concerns. Our staff will make every effort to accommodate your child’s needs, however we reserve the right to withdraw your child from the program should their behaviour cause harm to themselves, participants, staff or property.
| | Peanut/Nut Alert | City of Brampton camps have adopted a “NUT FREE” policy. Please be sure to avoid packing peanut butter sandwiches and snacks that contain peanut/nut products, such as granola bars. Campers will need to provide their own lunch, snacks and beverages daily.
| | Camp Dress | • For your child’s comfort and protection, no open toed shoes
• Comfortable play clothes. Please label all camper’s towels, bags and clothing
• Sunscreen and hats are mandatory
Staff and the Department are not responsible for lost or stolen items brought to camp.
| | Rain or Shine | All camps continue to operate during inclement weather. Please dress your child accordingly.
| | Extended Day Care | For a nominal fee, Extended Day Care is available at selected camps. Please contact your local recreation centre for more information.
| | Busing | Do not cause your child undue worry! Parents are responsible to drop off and pick up their children at the designated times. Bus transportation is provided for Adventure Day Camps.
Bus pick up begins at 7:30 a.m. and will depart Eldorado at 4:00 p.m., dropping off in the reverse order. Any child under the age of 10 years must have a parent or guardian at their bus stop to pick them up.
| | Registration Information | Please be advised that registration cut-off for Adventure camp programs that provide busing will be Thursday evening at 8:00 p.m. for the following week of camp. All other camps will be cut off at 2:00 p.m. on Friday.
When registering for a camp program that provides busing, you will be required to choose between personal transportation OR a bus option. In the interest of your child’s safety, we are unable to provide a combination of both services.
It is the goal of our staff to provide your child with an enjoyable and safe program. Parents can help by following these simple guidelines.
• Do not cause your child undue worry. Be sure to drop off and pick up your child at the designated times
• For your child’s comfort and protection, no open toes shoes. Be sure to include hats, sunscreen and extra beverages in their backpack
• For your child’s well being, make sure staff are aware of any allergies or medications
• Make sure staff are informed of any family or behavioural concerns. Our staff will make every effort to accommodate your child’s needs; however, we serve the right to withdraw your child from the program should their behaviour cause harm to themselves, participants, staff or property
• WEB/IVR Registration is available for camp programs without busing.
| | Camp Weekly Themes/Trips | Click here to view Camp Weekly Themes or Trips
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