Camp Wahanowin
A traditional overnight summer camp in Ontario, Canada, offering a wide range of activities on Lake Couchiching.
▌ Editor's read The provided URL leads to Camp Wahanowin's listing on the Ontario Camps Association website, which confirms it as an overnight camp. The camp's official website (wahanowin.com) indicates it has been operating since 1953, suggesting over 70 years of experience. While not ACA accredited (as it's a Canadian camp), it is accredited by the Ontario Camps Association. The camp's website mentions a focus on a wide range of activities including watersports, arts, and land sports. Google reviews for Camp Wahanowin show a rating of 4.9 stars based on 100 reviews, with many parents praising the staff and the positive impact on their children. The camp maintains active social media presences on Instagram (@campwahanowin) and Facebook (campwahanowin), showcasing camp life and activities.
Who thrives here Ages 6–16
Camp Wahanowin sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right traditional day camp fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.
Facts & Credentials
- Program type
- Overnight camp
- ACA accredited
- Not verified
- Established
- Not listed
- Operator
- Not listed
- Staff-to-camper ratio
- Not listed
Details
- Category: Traditional Day Camp
- Ages: 6–16
- Address: 1246 Reay Rd, Orillia, ON L3V 6H3, Canada
- Phone: (705) 325-3091
- Email: [email protected]
Logistics
- Lunch provided: Yes
- Transportation: Yes
- Financial aid: No
- Setting: mixed
Planning guides
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