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Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE

Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE · $500/week

Brigadoon Village offers a specialized overnight camp for children living with cancer, providing a supportive and fun

▌ Editor's read Brigadoon Village is a non-profit overnight camp located in Aylesford, Nova Scotia, specifically designed for children, youth, and families living with chronic health conditions or other life challenges. The camp, founded by David McKeage, has been operating for 10 years, opening its doors in 2014. The website emphasizes a commitment to safety, including a dedicated medical team and a mention of background checks for staff. Google reviews for 'Brigadoon Village' show an impressive 4.9-star rating based on 104 reviews, with many reviewers praising the positive impact on campers' lives and the supportive staff. The camp offers a variety of specialized programs tailored to different conditions, ensuring a unique and inclusive experience for its participants.
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Since 201610+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 9–18

Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE fits middle-elementary campers — old enough for skill-building to land, young enough that friend-group dynamics and counselor warmth still matter more than program rigor. Parents at this age band tend to prioritize a balanced rhythm of structured activity and unstructured play, which is the actual differentiator inside any given specialty program.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2016 (10 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 9–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 5525 Highway 12, Aylesford, NS B0P 1C0, Canada
  • Phone: (902) 670-3373
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Pay What You Can model. Suggested minimum contribution of $500 per week. Full cost is $1800 per week. CAD.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE

What ages does Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE accept?
Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE is open to children ages 9–18. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE cost?
Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE publishes $500/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $500 median for specialty camps in Aylesford. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE's hours?
Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE?
Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 10 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE provide lunch?
Yes — Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE compare to other specialty camps in Aylesford?
Brigadoon Village - Camp BELIEVE is one of 25 specialty camps in Aylesford that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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