Week 9: August 25 to 29
Last week of summer is here
We hope everyone had a great summer with trips and beach days, lots of games and crafts, swimming and rock climbing. It's been fun playing and exploring with everyone and we hope you all have a great year in school.
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: Thursday, August 28th, is Pajama Day.
Campers can wear their favorite PJs, slippers, and cozy robes to camp! It’s sure to be a cozy, fun-filled day!
Little Wanderers (2020)
| Monday: | Gaga Ball Games |
| Tuesday: | Soccer Scrimmage and Swimming |
| Wednesday: | Alien Popsicle Stick Craft |
| Thursday: | PJ Day- Wilson's Falls hike and swimming |
| Friday: | Beach Day (Bus leaves at 10:00 a.m. Bus returns at 3:15 p.m.) |
| Swim Days: | Tuesday, Thursday, Friday |
Mighty Explorers (2019)
| Monday: | Gymnastics |
| Tuesday: | Low ropes and swimming |
| Wednesday: | Gaga Ball Games |
| Thursday: | PJ 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: | Dragonfly crafts |
| Tuesday: | Gymnastics & swimming |
| Wednesday: | Basketball games |
| Thursday: | PJ Day-SPUD and swimming |
| Friday: | Beach Day (Bus leaves at 10:00 a.m. /Bus returns at 3:15 p.m.) |
| Swim Days: | Tuesday, Thursday, Friday |
Great Adventures (2017)
| Monday: | Rock climbing |
| Tuesday: | Swimming and Gaga Ball |
| Wednesday: | Forest games and tag variations |
| Thursday: | PJ Day- Gymnastics and swimming |
| Friday: | Beach Day (Bus leaves at 10:00 a.m. Bus returns at 3:15 p.m.) |
| Swim Days: | Tuesday, Thursday, Friday |
Sport Trekkers (2013-2016)
| Monday: | Ball Hockey and Swimming at Annie Williams Park |
| Tuesday: | Parachute games and skating |
| Wednesday: | Basketball games and swimming at Annie Williams Park PICK UP IS AT ANNIE WILLIAMS PARK |
| Thursday: | Pj Day - Balloon volleyball and skating |
| Friday: | Beach Day (Bus leaves at 11:00 a.m. /Bus returns at 4:00 p.m.) |
| Swim Day: | Monday,Wednesday, Friday |
| Skate Days: | Tuesday, Thursday (helmet mandatory) |
Creative Trekkers (2013-2016)
| Monday: | Nature Collage and swimming at Annie Williams Park PICK UP AT ANNIE WILLIAMS PARK |
| Tuesday: | Paper bag puppets and skating |
| Wednesday: | Swimming at Annie Williams Park and SPUD PICK UP AT ANNIE WILLIAMS PARK |
| Thursday: | Pj Day - Beaded snakes and skating |
| Friday: | Beach Day (Bus leaves at 11:00 a.m. Bus returns at 4:00 p.m.) |
| Swim Day: | Monday, Wednesday, Friday |
| Skate Days: | Tuesday, Thursday (helmet mandatory) |
Activity Camp: Horseback Riding
Bus leaves for Maple Lane Farm at 8:45 AM and Returns at 12:30 PM every day
| Monday: | Swimming and SPUD |
| Tuesday: | Kinball games and skating |
| Wednesday: | Swimming and crafts PICK UP AT ANNIE WILLIAMS PARK |
| Thursday: | Skating |
| Friday: | Beach Day bus is leaving Maple Lane Farms to go to Kirby's Beach. The bus will return from the beach to the Muskoka Lumber Community Centre at 4:00 pm |
| Swim Days: | Monday, Wednesday, Friday |
| Skate Days: | Tuesday and Thurdsay (helmets mandatory) |
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