Camps & Outdoor Education

YMCA Day Camps, Outdoor Education programs, and Overnight Camp, provide unique, comprehensive programming that builds confidence, leadership skills and environmental awareness.

Camping is for everyone, and the Y offers a variety of programs at 55 locations to ensure we meet the needs and interests of your camper. Programs range from creative arts and cooking, film making to science programs, swimming lessons, outdoor adventure and more! Summer Day Camp offers new experiences, skill building, a sense of community and lasting friendships — in conservation and urban settings while allowing campers to return home each evening. Busing and extended hours are available across the city to support your family's busy schedule!

Beautifully nestled in the heart of Muskoka, YMCA Camp Pine Crest offers a premier overnight camping experience for campers aged 4 to 16. Our programs include the camp necessities such as swimming, canoeing, outdoor living skills, natural arts and crafts and rock climbing. From two night introductory camp experiences, to one and two week traditional camp, and on to 7-week paddling expeditions to Northern wilderness, Pine Crest has an opportunity for every camper. Pine Crest also offers year-round Outdoor Education facilities, perfect for school groups, conferences and retreats. Check out our Information Guide for more details.

Located in the Oak Ridges Moraine, just 45 minutes north of Toronto, YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre is the perfect place for children, youth and adults to grow in confidence and learn new skills. Cedar Glen welcomes outdoor education, retreat and conference groups, offering meals served in our dining hall, overnight accommodations, meeting facilities and a variety of outdoor experiential education programs. Day Camp runs during the summer and school breaks.

Conveniently located in community schools across the GTA, YMCA Summer Clubs are licensed and regulated programs for kids aged 4 to 12 years old, led by Registered Early Childhood Educators. Featuring a wide range of engaging and interactive activities, Summer Clubs help children develop new skills and have fun through group games, sports, arts and crafts, field trips, and much more!

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