6 Week SL - Hayes River | #83932
as at 31 Dec 2025
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Pine Crest
Description
The Kisipikamawi (Hayes) River is the longest naturally flowing river in Manitoba, with its headwaters in Lake Winnipeg to York Factory on Hudson Bay. Participants will paddle over 600km through northern boreal forests, muskeg lowlands and finally to the tundra as they reach Hudson Bay. York Factory, where you will end your trip, was a critical hub for the fur trade for over 200 years, highlighting the role that Kisipikamawi had, in connecting Hudson Bay to central Manitoba. Participants will be excited to possibly encounter caribou, eagles and seals! You can also look forward to lots of time on the train, as that is how you will be travelling to Winnipeg, and how you will travel through Northern Manitoba! Before trip, participants will spend a few days at camp preparing for their journey. When they return home, they will have a few days to work on their leadership skills, reflect on their beautiful trip, and show appreciation for all they have learned through their program. Please note this trip is an all-gendered program, accommodations both on trip and at camp will be all-gender.
Skill Level: Difficult, whitewater paddling experience and strong swimming abilities are required (If you do not have experience paddling whitewater, see WW Clinic). Participants should be able to understand scouting, follow paddling lines, complete eddy turns, and feel confident swimming in moving water.
What to expect: 7-8 hours of paddling each day, Class I-III whitewater, lining boats, portages that may be on rough terrain
To finalize your registration for this leadership program, please ensure that you fill out the Medical & Camper Experience Form by navigating to activity number #85329.
YMCA Financial Assistance
If you require Financial Assistance, please complete this form with proof of income. We recommend you continue to register for the program(s) of your choice. This is to hold your spot(s) until assistance approval is received. Spots and assistance are not guaranteed, and YMCA assistance is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
To register in advance of assistance approval, a credit card will be required for a deposit payment. You will receive a full refund if assistance is not approved, and you choose not to attend the program.
If you require support to complete your online registration, please call 1-877-303-2677.
Accessibility and Inclusion Program; 1:1 Support
If your child requires additional assistance (1:1 support) to participate in:
- Summer programming, please use this program link and enroll before May 31, 2024.
or
- a Health & Fitness registered program, March or Winter Break program, or programming at YMCA Camp Pine Crest, please complete our Accessibility & Inclusion Support online inquiry form
You are welcome to continue building your Y Guide, however registration cannot be completed until you have connected with our Accessibility & Inclusion Support team.
Spaces in our Support Program are available on a first-come, first-served basis.
For more information, please call 1-877-303-2267.
More Information
- Registration starts for Non-residents2024/10/29 10:00
- Registration starts for Members2024/10/29 10:00
- Registration ends2025/07/06 23:58
Notes
If you have a camper requiring 1:1 support, please contact the Camp Office directly at 1-877-878-9622 prior to registering for more information. Please note that we have limited spots in our 1:1 support program.
To finalize your registration for this leadership program, please ensure that you fill out the Medical & Camper Experience Form by navigating to activity number #85329.
Please Note: Due to the nature of the lottery system for our leadership programs, we do not honor cabin mate requests.
PROGRAM WITHDRAWAL POLICY:
Request to withdraw from camp can be done through your My Y account before April 30 of the current camp year. You will receive a refund minus the non-refundable deposit of $200. No refunds will be granted for non-medical withdrawals received on or after April 30 of the camp season.
If you are withdrawing due to a Medical reason, these can only be done via email and require a medical certificate. You can send your medical request along with the Medical Certificate to register@ymcagta.org. You will receive a full refund minus a $30 administrative fee.
Refunds will not be issued in instances where the camper is removed from the camp program at the choice or request of the camper or campers' guardians or is dismissed from camp for contravention of camp guidelines or code of conduct.
DISCLAIMER:
The YMCA of Greater Toronto and Camp Pine Crest are not responsible for any damaged, lost or stolen personal gear and/or equipment while participating in our programs.
Book Bus Service
From Scarborough YMCA Bus Stop to Camp Pine Crest - $25
as at 31 Dec 2025
Location
1090 Gullwing Lake Road, Torrance, ON P0C 1M0
Description
This bus will take your camper from the Scarborough Town Centre to YMCA Camp Pine Crest.
All buses are supervised by Pine Crest staff bus marshals. Parents are required to sign campers in and out with the bus marshals upon pick-up and drop-off. Upon pick-up, a valid piece of government-issued ID is required and the individual must be on the campers authorized pick-up list.
Buses depart at the time stated on the bus schedule and will not wait for absent campers. Please arrive approximately 30 minutes before the stated departure time.
This bus stop is located at 230 Town Centre Court, Scarborough.
Note
Please arrive approximately 30 minutes before the indicated departure time.
After registration, any changes in busing needs should be communicated to the Camp Registration Office at register@ymcagta.org.
PROGRAM WITHDRAWL POLICY:
Registration for busing will close one week prior to program start date. Request to withdraw from bus can be done through your My Y account before April 30 of the current camp year. You will receive a refund if you withdraw before April 30th. No refunds will be granted after April 30 of the camp season.
DISCLAIMER:
The YMCA of Greater Toronto and Camp Pine Crest are not responsible for any damaged, lost or stolen personal gear and/or equipment while participating in our programs.
From Central YMCA Bus Stop to Camp Pine Crest - $25
as at 31 Dec 2025
Location
1090 Gullwing Lake Road, Torrance, ON P0C 1M0
Description
This bus will take your camper from the Central YMCA to YMCA Camp Pine Crest.
All buses are supervised by Pine Crest staff bus marshals. Parents are required to sign campers in and out with the bus marshals upon pick-up and drop-off. Upon pick-up, a valid piece of government-issued ID is required and the individual must be on the campers authorized pick-up list.
Buses depart at the time stated on the bus schedule and will not wait for absent campers. Please arrive approximately 30 minutes before the stated departure time.
This bus stop is located at 15 Breadalbane Street, Toronto ON.
Note
Please arrive approximately 30 minutes before the indicated departure time.
After registration, any changes in busing needs should be communicated to the Camp Registration Office at register@ymcagta.org.
PROGRAM WITHDRAWL POLICY:
Registration for busing will close one week prior to program start date. Request to withdraw from bus can be done through your My Y account before April 30 of the current camp year. You will receive a refund if you withdraw before April 30th. No refunds will be granted after April 30 of the camp season.
DISCLAIMER:
The YMCA of Greater Toronto and Camp Pine Crest are not responsible for any damaged, lost or stolen personal gear and/or equipment while participating in our programs.
From Central YMCA Bus Stop from Camp Pine Crest - $25
as at 31 Dec 2025
Location
1090 Gullwing Lake Road, Torrance, ON P0C 1M0
Description
This bus will take your camper from YMCA Camp Pine Crest to the Central YMCA.
All buses are supervised by Pine Crest staff bus marshals. Parents are required to sign campers in and out with the bus marshals upon pick-up and drop-off. Upon pick-up, a valid piece of government-issued ID is required and the individual must be on the campers authorized pick-up list.
This bus stop is located at 15 Breadalbane Street, Toronto ON.
Note
After registration, any changes in busing needs should be communicated to the Camp Registration Office at register@ymcagta.org
PROGRAM WITHDRAWAL POLICY:
Registration for busing will close one week prior to program start date. Request to withdraw from bus can be done through your My Y account before April 30 of the current camp year. You will receive a refund if you withdraw before April 30th. No refunds will be granted after April 30 of the camp season.
DISCLAIMER:
The YMCA of Greater Toronto and Camp Pine Crest are not responsible for any damaged, lost or stolen personal gear and/or equipment while participating in our programs.
From Hollywood P.S Bus Stop from Camp Pine Crest - $25
as at 31 Dec 2025
Location
1090 Gullwing Lake Road, Torrance, ON P0C 1M0
Description
This bus will take your camper from YMCA Camp Pine Crest to Hollywood Public School.
All buses are supervised by Pine Crest staff bus marshals. Parents are required to sign campers in and out with the bus marshals upon pick-up and drop-off. Upon pick-up, a valid piece of government-issued ID is required and the individual must be on the campers authorized pick-up list.
This bus stop is located at 360 Hollywood Ave, North York.
Note
After registration, any changes in busing needs should be communicated to the Camp Registration Office at register@ymcagta.org.
PROGRAM WITHDRAWL POLICY:
Registration for busing will close one week prior to program start date. Request to withdraw from bus can be done through your My Y account before April 30 of the current camp year. You will receive a refund if you withdraw before April 30th. No refunds will be granted after April 30 of the camp season.
DISCLAIMER:
The YMCA of Greater Toronto and Camp Pine Crest are not responsible for any damaged, lost or stolen personal gear and/or equipment while participating in our programs.
From Hollywood P.S Bus Stop to Camp Pine Crest - $25
as at 31 Dec 2025
Location
1090 Gullwing Lake Road, Torrance, ON P0C 1M0
Description
This bus will take your camper from Hollywood Public School to YMCA Camp Pine Crest.
All buses are supervised by Pine Crest staff bus marshals. Parents are required to sign campers in and out with the bus marshals upon pick-up and drop-off. Upon pick-up, a valid piece of government-issued ID is required and the individual must be on the campers authorized pick-up list.
Buses depart at the time stated on the bus schedule and will not wait for absent campers. Please arrive approximately 30 minutes before the stated departure time.
This bus stop is located at 360 Hollywood Ave, North York.
Note
Please arrive approximately 30 minutes before the indicated departure time.
After registration, any changes in busing needs should be communicated to the Camp Registration Office at register@ymcagta.org.
PROGRAM WITHDRAWL POLICY:
Registration for busing will close one week prior to program start date. Request to withdraw from bus can be done through your My Y account before April 30 of the current camp year. You will receive a refund if you withdraw before April 30th. No refunds will be granted after April 30 of the camp season.
DISCLAIMER:
The YMCA of Greater Toronto and Camp Pine Crest are not responsible for any damaged, lost or stolen personal gear and/or equipment while participating in our programs.
* Applicable discounts will be applied at checkout.
** The spot is not reserved until checkout is complete.