Week 8: August 18 to 22
Welcome to camp!
Only 2 weeks left of Summer Camp - Let's give it all we've got!
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 NOW.
Registration for Fitness and Wellness Programs opens on Tuesday, September 2 at 7:30 a.m.
Registration for General Interest Programs 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: Tuesday, August 19th, is Crazy Hair/Hat Day.
Let your creativity shine with the wackiest hairdo or the wildest hat you can think of! From colourful spikes to giant top hats, anything goes!
Little Wanderers (2020)
| Monday: | Gymnastics |
| Tuesday: | Whacky Hair/Hat Day & swimming (Bring swimsuit and towel) |
| Wednesday: | Amanda and her exotic animals |
| Thursday: | All day Summer Carnival & 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: | Whacky Hair/Hat Day, Low ropes and swimming (Bring swimsuit and towel) |
| Wednesday: | Amanda and her exotic animals |
| Thursday: | All day Summer Carnival & 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: | Whacky Hair/Hat Day,Gymnastics & swimming (Bring swimsuit and towel) |
| Wednesday: | Amanda and her exotic animals & rock climbing |
| Thursday: | All day Summer Carnival, swimming & gymnastics |
| 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: | Rock climbing |
| Tuesday: | Whacky Hair/Hat Day, swimming (Bring swimsuit and towel) |
| Wednesday: | Amanda and her exotic animals |
| Thursday: | All day Summer Carnival & gymnastics |
| 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: | Swimming at Annie Williams Park |
| Tuesday: | Wacky Hair/Hat Day & skating |
| Wednesday: | Handball and swimming |
| Thursday: | All day Summer Carnival, swimming at the Sportsplex (Bus leaves at 9:30 am / Returns at 4:00 pm) |
| Friday: | Beach Day (Bus leaves at 11:00 a.m. /Bus returns at 4:00 p.m.) |
| Swim Day: | Monday,Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (Bring swimsuit and towel) |
| Skate Days: | Tuesday (helmet mandatory) |
Creative Trekkers (2013-2016)
| Monday: |
Beading, swimming at Annie WIlliams Park PICK UP at Annie Williams Park |
| Tuesday: | Wacky Hair / Hat Day & skating (helmets mandatory) |
| Wednesday: |
Painting Murals & swimming at Annie Williams Park PICK UP at Annie Williams Park |
| Thursday: | Summer Camp Carnival & swimming at the Sportsplexestern 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, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday (bring swimsuit and towel) |
| Skate Days: | Tuesday (skates and helmet mandatory) |
Activity Camp: Climb Camp
| Monday: | Swimming & Bouldering |
| Tuesday: | wacky Hair /Hat Day, roped climbing |
| Wednesday: | Swimming, Challenge Course |
| Thursday: | Auto Belay |
| Friday: | Trip to Climb Muskoka, swimming |
| Swim Days: | Monday, Wednesday, Friday |
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