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Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching

Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching · $1,365/week

Traditional overnight summer camp offering a wide range of activities on Lake Couchiching for youth.

▌ Editor's read Camp Couchiching, established in 1921, is a non-profit overnight summer camp located in Ontario, Canada, celebrating 100 years of operation. The camp's website details a focus on traditional camp activities, skill development, and fostering a strong sense of community among campers. They explicitly state that all staff undergo a criminal record check and vulnerable sector screening. While not ACA accredited (as it's a Canadian camp), the camp highlights its commitment to safety and quality programming. Google reviews average 4.8 stars from 108 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their children's confidence and social skills. The camp offers programs for various age groups, including leadership development, and emphasizes a 'challenge by choice' philosophy.
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Since 1926100+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–16

Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1926 (100 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 7–16
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 3990 Longford Mills Rd, Orillia, ON L3V 0R3
  • Phone: (705) 325-0971
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: CAD. Tax is extra. Sponsorships may be available.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching

What ages does Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching accept?
Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching is open to children ages 7–16. 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 Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching cost?
Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching publishes $1,365/week for the standard session. CAD. Tax is extra. Sponsorships may be available. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching's hours?
Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching 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 Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching?
Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 100 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 Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching provide lunch?
Yes — Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching 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 Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching compare to other specialty camps in Orillia?
Summerfest Summer Camp at Camp Couchiching is one of 7 specialty camps in Orillia 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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