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How do I register for summer camp?
To register for YMCA Camp Pine Crest, please fax your completed registration form to (705) 762-5961. Please review our 2012 Fees and Program Dates.
Once you register, we'll send you a Family Information Handbook that should answer all your questions about our summer camp experience.
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How big are your camper groups?
To give our campers the opportunity for individual growth and development, we limit our camper group sizes to groups of 8 to 10 campers. We have found this is an ideal group size to encourage our campers to develop social and leadership skills, while learning how to get along in a group setting.3.
What types of activities can I participate in at camp?
YMCA Camp Pine Crest offers tons of amazing activities that are sure to delight every camper! All of our cabin groups participate in an outtrip, teambuilding initiatives, boating games, and special events.
We have rope courses, swimming contents, ice cream sundae making, and bedtime stories. You can also choose to learn a whole bunch of new skills, like canoeing, swimming, archery, kayaking, music, photography, outdoor living skills, snorkeling, dramatic arts, and environmental education.
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What will I learn at YMCA Camp PineCrest?
In addition to improving your outdoor skills, YMCA Camp Pine Crest can help you learn how to make better decisions, have a positive attitude, and make new friends. This is your chance to figure out solutions to challenges that can help you improve your leadership skills and your self-esteem. It’s an experience you’ll never forget.5.
What is your counsellor to camper ratio?
YMCA Camp Pine Crest has one of the best counsellor to camper ratios in Ontario. Our cabin groups of 8 to 10 campers are almost all supervised by two caring and qualified counsellors. Senior staff provide support and supervision to our counsellors.6.
What training do your counsellors have?
All of our camp counsellors are qualified in CPR, Standard First Aid, and National Lifesaving Society practices. They also receive at least one week of training before camp, plus ongoing training, direct coaching, and supervision throughout the summer. Our staff team includes university, college, and high school students as well as recent graduates, YMCA staff, and other professionals.7.
Do you have medical facilities?
We have a fully equipped Wellness Centre located in Kekindewin our dining hall. Each year we have a full time Wellness Coordinator who handles all scheduling, supplies and general camper care as well as volunteer RN’s for a month at a time. Our Wellness centre has three bedrooms in case campers need to spend the night to feel better. In case of emergencies, a local doctor is on call and the Bracebridge Hospital close to camp.8.
What type of food do you serve?
Our food is both delicious and nutritious. All of the meals at YMCA Camp Pine Crest are pre-approved by a nutritionist and accommodate all dietary concerns. Each day we have a self-serve salad bar as well as vegetarian options. Please be specific on health forms so that we can prepare ahead of time for your child’s visit. Click here for a sample menu.9.
What if I can't afford the camp fees?
As a charity that serves all segments of our community, the YMCA of Greater Toronto provides financial assistance for all of our programs through our Strong Kids Fund.
Thanks to the generosity of our donors, members, community partners, corporate partners, volunteers, and staff, no one is denied access to a YMCA program simply because they cannot pay the full fee. If you would like to apply for financial assistance, please complete our Financial Assistance Application Form.
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Do you accept campers with special needs?
In partnership with Reach for the Rainbow, YMCA Camp Pine Crest can accommodate a variety of special needs campers. Campers apply through Reach for the Rainbow and will be placed in the camp setting that best supports their needs.11.
How can I update my contact information if I move?
If you move or your contact information changes, please send us a quick email at camp.pinecrest@ymcagta.org so we can update our records.12.
Can you send me a camp brochure?
To request a camp brochure or information regarding our outdoor centre, alumni and capital campaign events, please email us at camp.pinecrest@ymcagta.org.13.
What if my child loses something while at camp?
We recommend that you label everything your child brings to camp. With over 300 people living on our site and over 600 acres of land, items are sure to be misplaced.
On the last day of camp, all campers view our “lost and found parade” and on departure day we display all items for families to look through. We do our best each year to identify items left behind and mail home anything we can. All lost and found stays at camp until the end of our fall program when we donate unclaimed items to good will.
