SOUTH Colborne Lodge Drive north of The Queensway
Colborne Lodge in High Park
11 Colborne Lodge Drive just north of The Queensway
416-392-6916
clodge@toronto.ca
Ages 5 to 6
High Park Junior Discovery Camp
Tuesday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
July 2 to 5
Aug 6 to 9
Children 5 to 6 years are introduced to a camp environment during this half-day program based at Colborne Lodge in High Park. Children enjoy crafts, games, nature activities, a visit to the High Park Zoo and Jamie Bell Adventure Playground, and cooking historic recipes inside Colborne Lodge.
$70 per week.
Ages 7 to 11 SOLD OUT!
High Park Discovery Camp
Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
July 8 to 12
July 15 to 19
Campers experience the many natural and historic wonders of High Park. Indoor and outdoor explorations include crafts, lawn games, nature activities, hikes to park attractions, swimming in the High Park Pool, and cooking historic recipes inside Colborne Lodge. One or two week options, call the Lodge for more information. Pre-registration required. $175 per week.
After hours care available until 5:30 p.m., $13 per week
Ages 7 to 9
High Park Discovery Camp
Monday to Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
July 29 to Aug 2
Campers experience the many natural and historic wonders of High Park. Indoor and outdoor explorations include crafts, lawn games, nature activities, hikes to park attractions, swimming in the High Park Pool, and cooking historic recipes inside Colborne Lodge. Book one or both weeks, activities differ each week. Pre-registration required. $175 per week.
After hours care available until 5:30 p.m., $13 per week
NORTH Yonge Street at Park Home Avenue
Gibson House Museum
5172 Yonge Street north of Park Home Avenue, between Sheppard and Finch Avenues
Behind the construction
416-395-7432
gibsonhouse@toronto.ca
Gibson House Summer Day Camps
Campers’ imaginations and creative energies lead the way on a journey to discover life in Willow Dale in 1851. Join us for fun-filled days of hands-on activities designed and led by our team of year-round educators.
- Camps are Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- All camps are $160 per week. Extended care is available.
- Extended care Fees:
- Mornings from 8 to 9 a.m.: $20 per week
- Afternoons from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.: $20 per week
- Both mornings and afternoons: $35 per week
Ages 6 to 8
A Week at Aunt Eliza's
July 8 to 12
If you were a member of the Gibson family, who would you be? Through storytelling, crafts, role-playing and discovery, campers learn about the daily life of children circa 1850. Cooking treats in the kitchen each day completes the experience. Campers need to have celebrated their 6th Birthday to attend.
Ages 8 to10
Discover the Past, Look to the Future!
July 15 to 19
Campers become history detectives to learn about the Gibson family and their community by examining artifacts, documents and historic recipes. Through art, cooking, storytelling and drama, campers will imagine an alternate future for Willowdale.
Ages 9 to 12
Made By You
July 22 to 26
Inspired by the Gibsons - created by you! Explore 19th-century craftsmanship and design. Campers discover their talents with weaving, stitching, painting, drama and more. Creative hands also cook in the historic kitchen each day.
Ages 12 to 14
Gibson House Scholars
August 12 to 16
A youth camp with a historical twist! You'll learn the art of cooking in an historic kitchen, try advanced Victorian crafts and some behind-the-scenes museum work. Have fun as you discover how the Gibsons helped to shape Upper Canada and their community of Willow Dale.
Ages 7 to 9
The Farmer, the Baker and the Toymaker
August 19 to 23
Become a 19th-century tradesperson for a week! Make toys and play games inspired by Victorian childhood favourites. Campers enjoy an intensive baking experience in the historic kitchen and learn about farm life in the 1850s.
WEST Dundas Street West at Islington
Montgomery’s Inn
4709 Dundas St. West,
416-394-8113
montinn@toronto.ca
Ages 8 to 10
Acting is INN! Summer Drama Camp
Monday to Friday, August 19 to 23, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Humber River Shakespeare Company, in partnership with Montgomery's Inn, lead this exciting summer camp.Participants experience the joy of acting in the great outdoors with qualified artist-educators who lead improvisation, script writing, directing, and performance activities.
$300 for the week. Pre-register at 416-209-2026 or info@humberrivershakespeare.ca
EAST Brimley Road in Thomson Memorial Park
Scarborough Museum
1007 Brimley Road in Thomson Memorial Park, just north of Lawrence Avenue
416-338-8807
shm@toronto.ca
Ages 5 to 12
Pioneer Adventure Day Camps
Mondays to Fridays, 9 to 4 p.m.
Extended care is available from 8-9 a.m. & 4-5 p.m.
We have great camps that are jam packed full of activities! Kids try 19th century arts and crafts, cooking, games, and theatre arts. Call 416-338-4FUN or visit FUN online to pre-register.
Spy Academy
July 2-5 (4 day camp) $134 per child Course Code: 2204410
August 6-9 (4 day camp) $134 per child Course Code: 2204415
Note: Extended care is available from 8-9 a.m. & 4-5 p.m. for $20 per week.
Spies wanted! Using invisible ink and other super secret methods, cracking the case has never been so much fun. Games, crafts, cooking and more for eager young sleuths.
Wizard Quest
July 8-12 $167 per child Course Code 2204411
July 29-August 2 $167 per child Course Code 2204414
August 26-30 $167 per child Course Code 2204418
The wizards of Thomson Park need your help. They are looking for new apprentices to complete their quest. Discover magic, science, and the skills you need to save the day!
Early Settler Adventures
July 15-19 $167 per child Course Code 2204412
August 12-16 $167 per child Course Code: 2204416
Explore pioneer life. Bake over the open hearth, create traditional crafts and play fun old-fashioned games. Crafts, scavenger hunts, cooking and more.
Curtain Calls
July 22-26 $167 per child Course Code 2204413
August 19-23 $167 per child Course Code: 2204417
Ham it up and smile for the camera and release your inner superstar! Props, costumes, and backstage fun. Find out what it's like to put on a show. Awards and cast party included.
Please note: Extended care is available from 8-9 a.m. & 4-5 p.m. for $26 per week.
It must be pre-registered.
DOWNTOWN Davenport and Avenue Road area, next door to Casa Loma
Spadina Museum: Historic House & Gardens
285 Spadina Road
416-392-6910 ext. 311
spadina@toronto.ca
Ages 10 to 14
Adventures in Archaeology Camp
July 2 to 12, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Give your children the rare and exciting experience of being part of an actual archaeological dig. They’ll learn to excavate, analyze and record artifacts and work alongside professionals. Past participants have uncovered artifacts dating from the 19th century. The program includes field trips and games. Book early because spaces are limited!
9 days: $360 ($45 extra for extended care 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Ages 5 to 7
Spadina Safari Camp - Mornings
July 8 to 12, 9 a.m. to Noon
and Aug. 26 to 30, 9 a.m. to Noon
A small camp of only 15 participants ensures every child has a positive and personal experience. Children explore a new and different theme each morning. They play games, tell stories, create great art projects, and enjoy hands-on activities like cooking in the historic kitchen, hunting for treasure in the garden and dress up play. Each morning, kids show their parents what they’ve done at camp with a fun performance.
$90 for 5 mornings.
Ages 8 to 12
Spadina Art & Drama Camp
July 15 to 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
August 12 to 23, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Young people are introduced to exciting visual art media, including sculpture, painting and drawing. They learn about theatre by acting, singing and collaborating with one another. Participants are encouraged to think, create and express themselves - and have a great time doing it all! The session culminates in a final performance for family and friends.
10 days: $350 ($50 extra for extended care 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
Ages 8 to 12
Movie Making Camp
July 29 to August 2, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The 1920s and 30s marked the beginning of the film age and campers in this program will explore the medium as it emerged. They will work together to create their own master piece, which will be screened at the end of the week and each camper will get their own, digital copy, of the film.
5 days: $175 ($25 extra for extended care, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.)
DOWNTOWN Pottery Road, west of Broadview, east of Bayview Extension
Todmorden Mills Heritage Site
67 Pottery Road, west of Broadview Avenue
416-396-2819
todmorden@toronto.ca
Ages 5 to 8
Todmorden Time Travellers
July 15 to 19, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Explore a world before computers, phones or televisions! Make a thaumatrope, explore the great outdoors and bake tasty treats in our 19th-century kitchen. Plants and animals in our preserve are just some of the things that inspire the week's crafts and activities.
$250 per week. Pre-registration and pre-payment is required.
Extended care: 4 to 5 p.m. $10 per day and $1 per minute after 5 p.m.
Ages 5 to 8
Urban Wilds
August 12 to 16, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Take a walk on the wild side! The city is home to many beasts, birds and bugs. Learn which thrive in our urban environments. Use clay, paints and paper mache to create art and works inspired by their homes and habitats.
$250 per week. Pre-registration and pre-payment is required.
Extended care: 4 to 5 p.m. $10 per day and $1 per minute after 5 p.m.
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