Day Camps

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Day Camp campers learning to play lacrosse

Day Camp Programs

A Day Camp Adventure for Campers Age 5 – 12

Campers must be at least 5 years of age at the start of the session

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Sauble Beach Camps

Location: Silver Lake Mennonite Camp (72 Pine Forest Drive, Sauble Beach)

Campers participate in camp activities including swimming, canoeing, crafts, nature exploration and more.

Program Dates: 
     Week 1 | Jul 6 – 10
     Week 2 | Jul 13 – 17
     Week 3 | Jul 20 – 24
     Week 4 | Jul 27 – 31
     Week 5 | Aug 3 – 7
     Week 6 | Aug 10 – 14
     Week 7 | Aug 17 – 21
     Week 8 | Aug 24 – 28

Program Fee: $260 +HST

Kitchener Camps

First Mennonite Church & Shalom Worship and Healing Center (800 King St E, Kitchener)

Campers will get to participate in classic camp activities, including crafts, nature, games, and initiatives lead by Silver Lake staff. There will also be one day each week with a walk to Harry Class pool for a swim! This camp is a great introduction to camp for our youngest campers and a fun opportunity for older campers to continue to build relationships and learn new skills in a camp environment. Groups will be split by age when possible so that you will have the camp experience that is right for you.  

Program Dates:
     Week 2 | Jul 13 – 17
     Week 3 | Jul 20 – 24
     Week 4 | Jul 27 – 31

Program Fee: $260 +HST

Waterloo Camps

Location: TBD

Campers will get to participate in classic camp activities, including soccer, crafts, nature, games, and initiatives. This camp is a great introduction to camp for our youngest campers and a fun opportunity for older campers to continue to build relationships and learn new skills in a camp environment. We will spend much of our time at Waterloo Park where there is so much to do (playgrounds! soccer fields! water fun! nature trails!). Groups will be split by age when possible so that you will have the camp experience that is right for you.  

Program Dates:
     Week 6 | Aug 10 – 14
     Week 7 | Aug 17 – 21
     Week 8 | Aug 24 – 28

Program Fee: $260 +HST

Breslau Camps

Location: Breslau Mennonite Church (226 Woolwich St. S, Breslau)

Campers will get to participate in classic camp activities, including crafts, nature, games, and initiatives led by Silver Lake staff.  This camp is a great introduction to camp for our youngest campers and a fun opportunity for older campers to continue to build relationships and learn new skills in a camp environment. There is a playground a short walk away and we will also spend some time in the garden on the church grounds.  Groups will be split by age when possible so that you will have the camp experience that is right for you.

Program Dates:
     Week 8 | Aug 24 – 28

Program Fees: $260 +HST

Hanover Camps

Location: Hanover Park Pavilion (780 7th Ave, Hanover)

This a fun opportunity for older campers to build relationships and learn new skills in a camp environment. Campers will also get to participate in classic camp activities, including crafts, nature, games, swimming and initiatives lead by qualified Silver Lake staff.

NOTE: Silver Lake is partnering with the Town of Hanover for this camp. Registration is through the town of Hanover and opens in April at this link: https://www.hanover.ca/summer-camps.  Please note that Silver Lake will follow the Town of Hanover registration process and cancellation policies.

Program Dates:
     Week 7 | Aug 17 – 21

Program Fee: See Hanover website

For more camp fun, check out our Overnight Camp, Outtrip, and CILT programs!

Overnight Camps

Located near Sauble Beach, our overnight camps are a great option for campers looking for an overnight program. Sessions vary in length from a few nights to a week for campers 6 and up.

OVERNIGHT CAMP

Outtrips

Explore our natural world with our overnight eXplorer Outtrip program. Campers get to choose between a hiking or canoeing adventure. Trips range in length depending on age of campers. For more information, click below.

OUTTRIPS

CILT Programs (Campers in Leadership Training)

CILTs is a 2 year program for ages 15-17 that equips campers to be effective leaders at camp and beyond. Click the button below for more information on the CILT program.

CILTs

Sample Schedule

Silver Lake Adventure Day Camps run from 9am-4:30pm Monday to Friday (drop off  8:30-9 am)

8:30 – 9:00 | Drop Off

9:00 – 9:10 | Camp Opening and Welcome Activities

9:10 – 10:10 | Activity 1

10:10 – 10:30 | Snack & Bathroom Break

10:30 – 11:30 | Activity 2

11:30 – 12:30 | Activity 3

12:30 – 1:00 | Lunch & Bathroom Break

1:00 – 2:00 | Activity 4

2:00 – 3:00 | Activity 5 – Camper Choice!

3:00 – 3:20 | Snack, Bathroom Break & Pack Up

3:20 – 4:00 | Group Field Games & Wrap Up

4:00 – 4:30 | Pick Up

 

 

Need Registration Support?

Email fun@slmc.ca for registration inquiries such as switching weeks or for difficulties signing in to your camp account.

Silver Lake Mennonite Camp strives to provide an enjoyable setting where spiritual and personal growth are fostered and Christian values and teachings are emphasized. This occurs primarily during summer camp, outdoor education and retreats through community living, personal discovery, outdoor skills and environmental caring