Week 7: August 11 to 15
Welcome to camp!
August our last month of summer is here
Inside this newsletter, you’ll find everything you need to help your camper have a safe, fun, and successful experience—from daily schedules and what to pack, to special theme days and reminders. Whether it's their first week or they’re seasoned campers, we’re here to make it memorable. Let’s get ready for a week full of adventure, creativity, and new friendships.
What you need to know
Camp Hours
Camp Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Extended Care: 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m.
Photo ID is required for pick-up every day.
Reminder: Campers are active every day. Make sure to pack plenty of snacks to keep them going.
Fall registration is coming up
Preview schedule online beginning Monday, August 11 at 7:30 a.m.
Registration opens on Wednesday, September 10 at 7:30 a.m.
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Camper Absence Form Submission
Please complete this form each day your camper is absent.
This helps us ensure all campers are accounted for, in line with our Safe Arrival Policy. Your timely submission supports camper safety and clear communication. Thank you for your cooperation.
Swim to Survive Lesson
Bracebridge Sportsplex Fun Fest campers take part in a 30-minute Swim to Survive lesson every Tuesday and Thursday. They practice swimming, treading water, rolling into the water, and learn about water safety and PFD sizing. Ask your child what they learned this week!
What to bring to camp
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Please Note: The Town of Bracebridge is not responsible for lost or damaged belongings. Check lost and found between the back doors at the Sportsplex and front doors at the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre for lost items.
Please leave valuables, money, toys, Pokémon cards, hockey sticks, phones, tablets, etc., at home.
What's happening this week
THEME DAY: Thursday, August 14th, is Western Day. Come dressed in your best cowboy hats, flannel shirts, bandanas, jeans and boots - anything that says wild, wild west. Saddle up for a rootin-tootin good time!
Little Wanderers (2020)
| Monday: | Gymnastics |
| Tuesday: | Low ropes and swimming (Bring swimsuit and towel) |
| Wednesday: | Trip to Pioneer Village: Bus leaves at 9:30 a.m. Bus returns at 4:00 p.m. |
| Thursday: | Western Day (Theme Day), Wilson's Falls hike and swimming |
| Friday: | Beach Day (Bus leaves at 10:30 a.m. Bus returns at 3:15 p.m.) |
| Swim Days: | Tuesday, Thursday, Friday |
Mighty Explorers (2019)
| Monday: | Gymnastics |
| Tuesday: | Low ropes and swimming (Bring swimsuit and towel) |
| Wednesday: | Trip to Pioneer Village: Bus leaves at 9:30 a.m. Bus returns at 4:00 p.m. |
| Thursday: | Western Day (Theme Day), Rock climbing and swimming |
| Friday: | Beach Day (Bus leaves at 10:30 a.m. Bus returns at 3:15 p.m.) |
| Swim Days: | Tuesday, Thursday, Friday |
Roving Rangers (2018)
| Monday: | Rock Climbing |
| Tuesday: | Gymnastics and swimming (Bring swimsuit and towel) |
| Wednesday: | Trip to Pioneer Village: Bus leaves at 9:30 a.m. Bus returns at 4:00 p.m. |
| Thursday: | Western Day (Theme Day), SPUD and swimming |
| Friday: | Beach Day (Bus leaves at 10:30 a.m. Bus returns at 3:15 p.m.) |
| Swim Days: | Tuesday, Thursday, Friday |
Great Adventures (2017)
| Monday: | Low Ropes |
| Tuesday: | Gaga Ball and swimming (Bring swimsuit and towel) |
| Wednesday: | Trip to Pioneer Village: Bus leaves at 9:30 a.m. Bus returns at 4:00 p.m. |
| Thursday: | Western Day (Theme Day), Gymnastics and swimming |
| Friday: | Beach Day (Bus leaves at 10:30 a.m. Bus returns at 3:15 p.m.) |
| Swim Days: | Tuesday, Thursday, Friday |
Sport Trekkers (2013-2016)
| Monday: | Capture the Flag, swimming at Annie Williams Park |
| Tuesday: | Kickball and skating (Bring skatess and helmet mandatory) |
| Wednesday: | Trip to Pioneer Village: Bus leaves at 9:30 a.m. Bus returns at 4:00 p.m. |
| Thursday: | Western Day (Theme Day), Relay races and skating |
| Friday: | Beach Day (Bus leaves at 11:00 a.m. Bus returns at 4:00 p.m.) |
| Swim Day: | Monday, Friday (Bring swimsuit and towel) |
| Skate Days: | Tuesday, Thursday (skates and helmet mandatory) |
Creative Trekkers (2013-2016)
| Monday: |
Coloring Contest, swimming at Annie WIlliams Park PICK UP at Annie Williams Park |
| Tuesday: | Beaded snakes/lizards and skating (Bring skates and helmet mandatory) |
| Wednesday: | Trip to Pioneer Village: Bus leaves at 9:30 a.m. Bus returns at 4:00 p.m. |
| Thursday: | Western Day (Theme Day), Cowboy craft and skating |
| Friday: | Beach Day (Bus leaves at 11:00 a.m. Bus returns at 4:00 p.m.) |
| Swim Day: | Monday, Friday (bring swimsuit and towel) |
| Skate Days: | Tuesday, and Thursday (skates and helmet mandatory) |
Activity Camp: Golf Camp
| Monday: | Capture the Flag, swimming at Annie Williams Park |
| Tuesday: | Volleyball games and skating (Bring skates and helmet mandatory) |
| Wednesday: | Playground games, swimming at Annie Williams Park |
| Thursday: | Western Day (Theme Day), bracelet making and skating |
| Friday: | Fort Building in the forest |
| Swim Days: | Monday, Wednesday |
| Skate Days: | Tuesday and Thursday (skates and helmet mandatory) |
Golf Camp Note: Golfing with the Pros at Muskoka Highlands: Bus leaves at 9:00 am and returns at 12:30 pm daily. Golf clubs are provided, or feel free to bring your own.
Activity Camp: Baking Camp
Location: Muskoka Lumber Community Centre
| Monday: |
Food safety and cooking/baking tips - Rainbow foods Group A: Swimming at Annie Williams Park Group B: Capture the Flag |
| Tuesday: |
Knife safety and cleaning - Plant Powered Foods Group A: Skating Group B: Soccer games |
| Wednesday: |
Baking/ cooking tools and terms - Restaurant Day Group A: Volleyball games Group B: Swimming at Annie Williams Park |
| Thursday: |
Prep Tips & Conversions - Science in the kitchen Group A: Bracelet making Group B: Skating |
| Friday: | Just Desserts Bake Off Challenge |
For more information on camp hours, schedules, expectations and more, visit bracebridge.ca/camp.
Check back on Thursday for weekly camp schedules.
For more information on camp hours, schedules, expectations and more, visit bracebridge.ca/camp.
Camp Staff Contacts
Mitchell Evershed
Recreation Programmer
mevershed@bracebridge.ca
705-645-3037 X 3715
Megan Cambruzzi
Camp Coordinator
mcambruzzi@bracebridge.ca
705-645-3037 X 3740
Emily Landry
Camp Coordinator
elandry@bracebridge.ca
705-645-3037 X 3731