“I am so thankful to have had this weekend for rest, reflection, quietness in nature, good food, great fellowship, and spiritual input that was inviting, thought provoking and meaningful.”
Women’s Retreat Participant
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Cancellation Policy: No refunds for cancellations made less than 2 weeks before the retreat. Prior to two weeks: $50 cancellation fee (or $100 cancellation fee for retreats over $400). If a retreat or event is cancelled by Silver Lake, a full refund will be given.
Skating on the lake, building snow forts, snowshoeing through the woods, roasting smores over the campfire, and playing games in the dining hall! Dads enjoy free-time Saturday morning (coffee in abundance) while staff provide programming with kids. NOTE: Father is defined as any male adult mentor.
Cost: $220 (+HST) per Adult Cost per Child: $55 (+HST) See packing list and schedule Register
Join Wendy Janzen to Savour the Season of winter! With the holidays past and spring still far off, the end of January and beginning of February can seem drab, dull and long. Let’s lean into winter’s gifts, and find joy in the snow, cozy evenings, a slower pace, and good company. Wendy will draw on her experience as a spiritual director and eco-minister to guide us in paying attention to God’s presence among and around us in the season of winter.
Cost: $270 (+HST) per person Under 30 or underemployed: $150 (+HST) See packing list and schedule Register
This weekend is for 20 & 30 somethings who want to do camp again! This “choose your own adventure” weekend is the perfect winter escape and is a collaborative project between PiE (Pastors in Exile) and SLMC. Click here for packing list and schedule
Cost: $190 (+HST) per person Subsidized Cost: $125 (+HST) Register
Calling everyone who used to work for Silver Lake! Return to camp to reunite with friends and former staff! Relive old memories, sing your favourite songs, and hear stories from other generations. You definitely don’t want to miss this nostalgic, relaxing getaway. Ages 21+!
Cost per person: $190+HST Under 30 or underemployed: $125 (+HST) packing list Register
Come to Silver Lake for some time away at camp filled with singing and instrumental music! Sing through songbooks, hymnals and more in the company of music-lovers! Alissa Bender and SLMC friends (Rachel Reid & Kate Strathdee) will lead this weekend. Connect and eat great food! All meals provided.
Cost: $220 (+HST) per person MYE member: $55 (+HST) See packing list and Music Retreat Schedule Register
Explore the side trails of the Bruce Trail! This 3 part series of 3-day hikes will cover almost all the side trails of the Peninsula section, and yes, there is a badge for that! Most hikes will be loops of 5-15 km and there is the option to do one to three loops each day depending on your preference and ambition. These hikes will be based from Silver Lake Mennonite Camp with accommodation (shared) and food provided. Dinner provided on day 1, all meals including a bag lunch on day 2 and breakfast and bagged lunch for day 3. Participants should have their own vehicle, but can carpool with others to locations each day. Email KarenB at hr@slmc.ca for more details.
Part 1: April 7-9 Part 2: April 14-16 Part 3: April 28-30
Cost below includes 2 nights accommodation/food/3 days of hiking. Option to stay extra night before for $55+tax (food not included).
Cost: $250 (+HST) per person packing list for hiking and camp packing list
This weekend is for those who enjoy doing physical labour and cleaning up camp. It is fun and family friendly. Saturday is spent doing various tasks around the property. Generally people divide into small groups or teams and tackle projects on the list that excite them (and have the skill set for!) Food is provided – really yummy food! Arrival is anytime after dinner on Friday and you can leave Saturday after dinner or stay until Sunday. Saturday meals are provided, plus Sunday breakfast. Anyone under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or have a parent sign a waiver entrusting them to responsible adult. (That includes CILT 2s from this past summer.)
No cost! packing list Register
“I will talk about my first experience canoeing until I’m an old man!” – Shinga
Enjoy a weekend of fun-filled memories! Families experience waterfront activities, sports, campfires and games. Meals provided and much more! Join us for a weekend of fun, good family time, and enjoying everything Silver Lake has to offer. The weekend is for families new to Canada (within the last 3 years) and their sponsors. Each family is encouraged to come with a support person. Please email alissa@slmc.ca for more registration info.
Cost $300 (+HST) per family. Click here for packing list and 2024 Schedule
Silver Lake has only one fundraiser each year for it’s annual budget called Paddle the Grand. Funds raised from this event are used to support all kinds of camp costs, such as staff wages, camperships, programming, food, etc… Last year was a record-breaking year so let’s continue the trend! For more details visit The Grand Paddle & Hike Fundraising Page!
Enjoy a weekend of fun-filled memories! Families experience waterfront activities, sports, campfires and games. Meals provided and much more! Join us for a weekend of fun, good family time, and enjoying everything Silver Lake has to offer. The weekend is especially beneficial for any camper considering coming to camp for the first time.
*Family is defined as 4 people living at the same address – each additional family member (13 yrs or above) is an extra $100 for a room or cabin. If you want to share a cabin with another family (that you know), both families must register for “shared cabin” and pay separately.
Private Cabin or Meadows Room: $475 (+HST) per family of 4*
Share a Cabin with Another Family: $400 (+HST) per family of 4* (indicate on form which family you are sharing with)
See packing list and Schedule Register
Participants enjoy a weekend of relaxation, connection, good food, swimming, boating, games, campfires, nature walks and time together at Silver Lake. Oh, and did we mention the woodfire sauna? Just confirmed – Dave Lobe will be back as chef and wine connoisseur to treat us with his culinary talents! Join our weekend host Mike Schmidt for a fun-filled and thought-provoking weekend.
Cost: $270 (+HST) Under 30 or underemployed: $150 (+HST) See packing list Register
This weekend is only for those who enjoy doing physical labour and cleaning up camp. It is fun and family friendly. Saturday is spent doing various tasks around the property. Generally people divide into small groups or teams and tackle projects on the list that excite them (and have the skill set for!) Food is provided – really yummy food! Arrival is anytime after dinner on Friday and you can leave Saturday after dinner or stay until Sunday. Saturday meals are provided, plus Sunday breakfast.
Note: CILT 1’s will be supervised by Silver Lake staff throughout the weekend. (Anyone else under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or have a parent sign a waiver entrusting them to responsible adult.)
No cost! See packing list Register
Planning in the works for a Beaver Valley End to End Hike, possibly a two part series. Stay tuned!
Silver Lake Mennonite Camp is available for rental from early September to late June. Weekend availability is limited.
To find out about rental availability and pricing, please contact fun@slmc.ca or 519-422-1401