Registration for Summer 2025 Nature Camps:
OPENING SOON
The Kortright Summer Nature Day Camp is for children 4-11 years of age who like nature and spending time outdoors. Each week of camp has a new theme, so you can come for just a week or stay for the whole summer.
Our 2025 programming includes leadership camps for youngsters ages 12-14 and 14-16.
Conservation Parks Members receive a 10% discount for camp registration. Please see below for fee information, and contact visitor services to get the discount.
Camp Information
| Ages: | Campers are cohorted by age into the following groups: • Bumblebees: Ages 4-5 • Chickadees: Ages 6-7 • Fireflies: Ages 7-8 • Cicadas: Ages 8-9 • Coyotes: Ages 9-11 • STEAM Camp: Ages 7-9 • Leadership Adventures (LAs): Ages 12-14* • Leadership in Training (LITs): Ages 14-16* *Select weeks only |
| Camp Hours: | Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
| Extended Care: | Extended care is available from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. and from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. |
| Camp Fees:* | Ages 4-5 $360.00/week (Four-day camps: $290.00/week) |
| Ages 6-14 $350.00/week (Four-day camps: $280.00/week) |
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| STEAM Camp: Ages 7-9 $395.00/week (Four-day camps: $315.00/week) |
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| LITs: Ages 14-16 $700.00/two-week session |
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| Extended Care Fees: $120.00/week (Four-day camps: $96.00/week) |
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| *Conservation Parks Members: Please contact TRCA visitor services to get a 10% membership discount. | |
| Cancellation Policy: | READ MORE HERE. |
Select Camps by Week
2025 Camps
June 30/July 2-4: AMAZING ANIMALS* - Day Camp
Learn about the many different types of insects, mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians that call Kortright home! In this animal focused program all the activities, crafts and games will be related to learning more about animal behavior, adaptations and senses through fun, hands-on activities.
*Four-day week.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-5 (Bumblebees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 6-7 (Chickadees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 7-8 (Fireflies) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-9 (Cicadas) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 9-11 (Coyotes) | REGISTER NOW |
June 30/July 2-4: AQUA ADVENTURES* - STEAM Day Camp
Ages 7-9
Dive into the science and magic of water! Discover how water moves and changes and its effect on the environment: take a field trip to the river and conduct experiments to test flow, temperature, turbidity, etc. Use our dedicated makerspace to create your own water-powered design.
*Four-day week.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 7-9 | REGISTER NOW |
July 7-11: NATURE HEROES - Day Camp
Let's save the planet! Your child will learn how nature influenced superheroes, discover real life superpowers that different plants and animals have, and learn ways that they can help mother earth.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-5 (Bumblebees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 6-7 (Chickadees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 7-8 (Fireflies) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-9 (Cicadas) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 9-11 (Coyotes) | REGISTER NOW |
July 7-11: LEADERSHIP ADVENTURE - Day Camp
Ages 12-14
Join a fun filled week of summer camp adventure while buidling leadership skills and teamwork. Campers will begin to develop skills they can use in future Leadership In Training (LIT) programs as well as early job skills all while participating in fun traditional camp activities. Be active, feel great and experience a new adventure every day!
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 12-14 | REGISTER NOW |
July 7-11: ECO-TECH EXPLORERS - STEAM Day Camp
Ages 7-9
Discover green technologies that help protect our planet! From solar panels and wind turbines to the latest tech used in wildlife tracking and conservation efforts—explore the innovations that are making a real difference for nature.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 7-9 | REGISTER NOW |
July 14-18: WILDERNESS SURVIVAL - Day Camp
Discover the basics of wilderness survival! Campers will have fun building shelters from forest materials, learning fire safety while practicing how to light a campfire, and exploring the essentials of outdoor adventure skills.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-5 (Bumblebees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 6-7 (Chickadees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 7-8 (Fireflies) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-9 (Cicadas) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 9-11 (Coyotes) | REGISTER NOW |
July 14-18: FUTURE BUILDERS - STEAM Day Camp
Ages 7-9
Get ready to become a young engineer and architect! In this fun-filled week, you'll explore the exciting world of building and designing. From building bridges that can hold weight to creating awesome Rube Goldberg machines, you'll tackle hands-on challenges, test your creations, and learn the secrets behind great engineering.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 7-9 | REGISTER NOW |
July 21-25: FOREST MAGIC - Day Camp
Take a closer look at the magic the forest has to offer! Campers will make their own wand, learn to make nature potions, look for, design or create stories about magical creatures, and use the forest as a backdrop for mystery and magic!
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-5 (Bumblebees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 6-7 (Chickadees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 7-8 (Fireflies) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-9 (Cicadas) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 9-11 (Coyotes) | REGISTER NOW |
July 21-25: AQUA ADVENTURES - STEAM Day Camp
Ages 7-9
Dive into the science and magic of water! Discover how water moves and changes and its effect on the environment: take a field trip to the river and conduct experiments to test flow, temperature, turbidity etc. Use our dedicated makerspace to create your own water-powered design.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 7-9 | REGISTER NOW |
July 28-August 1: NATURE HEROES - Day Camp
Let's save the planet! Your child will learn how nature influenced superheroes, discover real life superpowers that different plants and animals have, and learn ways that they can help mother earth.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-5 (Bumblebees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 6-7 (Chickadees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 7-8 (Fireflies) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-9 (Cicadas) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 9-11 (Coyotes) | REGISTER NOW |
July 28-August 1: LEADERSHIP ADVENTURE - Day Camp
Ages 12-14
Join a fun filled week of summer camp adventure while buidling leadership skills and teamwork. Campers will begin to develop skills they can use in future Leadership In Training (LIT) programs as well as early job skills all while participating in fun traditional camp activities. Be active, feel great and experience a new adventure every day!
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 12-14 | REGISTER NOW |
July 28-August 1: GIRLS IN STEAM - STEAM Day Camp
Ages 7-9
Discover the exciting worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) in this inspiring program for girls!
Dive into hands-on projects, explore new skills, and celebrate the achievements of women in STEAM. Join us for a week of creativity, curiosity, and discovery!
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 7-9 | REGISTER NOW |
August 5-8: AMAZING ANIMALS* - Day Camp
Learn about the many different types of insects, mammals, birds, reptiles and amphibians that call Kortright home! In this animal focused program all the activities, crafts and games will be related to learning more about animal behavior, adaptations and sense through fun, hands-on activities.
*Four-day week.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-5 (Bumblebees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 6-7 (Chickadees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 7-8 (Fireflies) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-9 (Cicadas) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 9-11 (Coyotes) | REGISTER NOW |
August 5-8: ECO-TECH EXPLORERS* - STEAM Day Camp
Ages 7-9
Discover green technologies that help protect our planet! From solar panels and wind turbines to the latest tech used in wildlife tracking and conservation efforts—explore the innovations that are making a real difference for nature
*Four-day week.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 7-9 | REGISTER NOW |
August 11-15: ART IN NATURE - Day Camp
Get creative in the woods! Campers will use nature as inspiration as they draw and sketch life in the forest, make earth art, paint landscapes, and create clay sculptures. No experience necessary to participate.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-5 (Bumblebees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 6-7 (Chickadees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 7-8 (Fireflies) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-9 (Cicadas) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 9-11 (Coyotes) | REGISTER NOW |
August 11-15: CREATIVE BY NATURE - STEAM Day Camp
Ages 7-9
Unleash your creativity with projects that blend art, design and nature! Create your own work of art inspired by our beautiful site and the work of natural artists such as Andy Goldsworthy. Explore different natural media, experiment with different techniques to fix your art in place, and come up with some of your own!
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 7-9 | REGISTER NOW |
August 11-15: LEADERSHIP ADVENTURE
Ages 12-14
Join a fun filled week of summer camp adventure while buidling leadership skills and teamwork. Campers will begin to develop skills they can use in future Leadership In Training (LIT) programs as well as early job skills all while participating in fun traditional camp activities. Be active, feel great and experience a new adventure every day!
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 12-14 | REGISTER NOW |
August 11-22*: LEADERSHIP IN TRAINING
Ages 14-16
Train for a job in outdoor recreation and more! Through progressive leadership activities, exercises and group tasks, campers are given opportunities to excel in a leadership capacity. Use our low ropes course, learn leadership strategies, meet new friends and participate on an overnight camping experience at one of our conservation areas.
*Excluding the weekend of August 16-17).
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 14-16 | REGISTER NOW |
August 18-22: WILDERNESS SURVIVAL - Day Camp
Discover the basics of wilderness survival! Campers will have fun building shelters from forest materials, learning fire safety while practicing how to light a campfire, and exploring the essentials of outdoor adventure skills.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-5 (Bumblebees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 6-7 (Chickadees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 7-8 (Fireflies) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-9 (Cicadas) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 9-11 (Coyotes) | REGISTER NOW |
August 18-22: FUTURE BUILDERS - STEAM Day Camp
Ages 10-14
Get ready to become a young engineer and architect! In this fun-filled week, you'll explore the exciting world of building and designing. From building bridges that can hold weight to creating awesome Rube Goldberg machines, you'll tackle hands-on challenges, test your creations, and learn the secrets behind great engineering.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 10-14 | REGISTER NOW |
August 25-29: FOREST MAGIC - Day Camp
Take a closer look at the magic the forest has to offer! Campers will make their own wand, learn to make nature potions, look for, design or create stories about magical creatures, and use the forest as a backdrop for mystery and magic!
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-5 (Bumblebees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 6-7 (Chickadees) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 7-8 (Fireflies) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-9 (Cicadas) | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 9-11 (Coyotes) | REGISTER NOW |
August 25-29: GIRLS IN STEAM - STEAM Day Camp
Discover the exciting worlds of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) in this inspiring program for girls! Dive into hands-on projects, explore new skills, and celebrate the achievements of women in STEAM. Join us for a week of creativity, curiosity, and discovery!
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 10-14 | REGISTER NOW |
Information for Parents
ABOUT
ABOUT KORTRIGHT SUMMER NATURE DAY CAMP
Our camp leaders are mature adults with many years of experience working with children. Home base is our spacious, air-conditioned Visitor Centre, which the campers will be in and out of throughout the day.
Campers are placed into groups of approximately 10 with children of similar age.
WHAT TO PACK
WHAT TO PACK
We are an outdoors based camp and will spend a good portion of the day outdoors. Clothing must be practical and comfortable. Please bring clothing and footwear that can get dirty. Make sure all personal belongings fit into one bag. Please carefully check the list below on what to bring to camp.
Please clearly label all your child’s belongings with his or her name.
Every day ensure your child has:
- Sunscreen SPF 30 or higher (please apply sunscreen on your child before coming to camp as well as packing it for them to use during the day)
- An insect repellent containing DEET or Icaridin
- Wide-brimmed hat
- Reusable water bottle filled with water
- Backpack
- Closed-toed, flat-soled shoes (such as running shoes)
- Lunch*
* Due to allergies of some campers, please only pack nut-free lunch and snack items.
On the first day of camp, you are welcome to pack the following in a separate bag and have your child leave these items at camp for the week. If your child does not leave these items at camp, please ensure that they bring them every day instead:
- Long pants and a sweater
- An extra set of clothes: shirt, socks, shorts, underwear
- Rain gear: rain jacket, rubber boots
Optional items to pack:
- Sunglasses
- Inexpensive camera
Please do not bring:
- Mobile phones (your leaders will have phones in case of emergency)
- iPod, video games or other electronic devices
- Money
- Any kind of aerosol sprays
- Knives or hand axes
CAMP HOURS
CAMP HOURS
- Camp hours are 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
- Drop-off is between 8:45 a.m. and 9:00 a.m. at northwest corner of the Visitor Centre parking lot.
- Before and After care is offered at $25/child per day starting at 8:00 a.m. and ending at 5:00 p.m. A weekly Before and After care option is available for $100.
- All campers at camp more than five minutes after the camp end time will be transferred to the After Care program; applicable fees apply.
TRCA Cancellation Policy
Cancellation requests received by Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) more than 30 days before the start of the camp program will receive a 75% refund of the relevant program fees paid. Cancellation requests received by TRCA less than 30 days before the start of the camp program do not qualify for a refund. Rescheduling is subject to availability. There is no refund for camp days missed or children opting not to participate in activities. Cancellation requests must be received in writing by email to vservices@trca.ca. Minimum registration numbers required for camp to operate. In the event TRCA must cancel the camp due to low registration or government order, a full refund will be issued.