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Co-ed

Generously supported by Ontario Power Generation.

This Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) based camp is designed to uncover and explore the relationship between STEAM, Indigenous Knowledge, and the land. Campers will learn from Indigenous Knowledge Holders and Elders, to better understand their responsibility as stewards of the environment. Campers will use the Engineering Design Process while exploring connections to Indigenous Knowledge through hands-on activities. Campers will take home the designs that they create during the week. 

• daily outdoor cooperative activities
• use of high tech equipment
• hands-on activities
• low camper to counsellor ratio
• certified teacher camp counsellors
• developed and planned by certified teachers

Availability

Week 4: Monday, July 21 to Friday, July 25  (5-days)
Time: 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. EST
Cost: $325

*Individual participant pricing only. One camper per registration. Before and/or after care available for an additional fee (see policies page).
**Schedule subject to change without notice.

Turtle Island Camp Testimonials

My son enjoyed a lot of the aspects this camp offered, most notably, the guest speakers that were brought in to discuss and demonstrate different aspects of their culture.

 Camper parent/guardian
2025 Turtle Island summer camp

My camper enjoyed the outings but especially the activities and the opportunities to create jewelry and listen to fantastic stories.

 Camper parent/guardian
2025 Turtle Island summer camp

My daughter enjoyed everything about Turtle Island Camp. She loved the smudging ritual every morning. She enjoyed the crafts, such as the sit upon, feather beaded earrings, braided sweet grass.

 Anny
2025 Turtle Island summer camp

This is my son’s favorite camp - he has taken many Ontario Tech camps in STEAM, Science and Coding.  He loves the offsite day and the activities and learning about Indigenous customs.

 Victoria
2025 Turtle Island summer camp

My daughter is still reciting the Stories she was told.

My daughter really enjoyed her experience at the camp. When she would smudge in the morning she really liked doing so.
 Camper parent/guardian
2024 Turtle Island summer camp

My camper enjoyed everything that he learned. Every day he would tell me about all the interesting presentations. He enjoyed all activities and outings. He enjoyed chasing frogs and falling in the swamp on the first day  (lol).

While attending the Turtle Island camp, my camper learned how to make your own sunscreen.

My camper had a great experience. He met new friends. It made an impact: educational, social, and personal.

 Julie
2024 Turtle Island summer camp

He learned a lot of new things, and gained a greater appreciation for his history. Smudging was new for him, and he has been asking to do it again.
 Camper parent/guardian
2024 Turtle Island summer camp

Campers enjoyed smudging, drumming circle with guest, and learning more about Indigenous communities. They were also excited to learn about the different materials used off the land (i.e., cedar).

Campers enjoyed learning about the different Indigenous cultures and the languages spoken in said cultures. The environment created by camp facilitators was a safe space to foster learning and teaching, as well as making friends and feeling comfortable and confident to be who they are.

Camper parent/guardian
2023 Turtle Island summer camp