Camp (Summer, Holidays and PD Days)

Kindergarten, ages 3 to 5 

PD day and school break care is offered for kindergarten students at three of our full day Guelph Y Child Care Centres as well as at Harris Mill Public School in Rockwood. Children will be engaged through exploring, discovering and creating.

Harris Mill Public School in Rockwood

Harris Mill Public School, 207 MacLennan St., Rockwood ON.

Please view our 2017 Harris Mill PD Day and School Break Registration form for more details.

Register here

Or, Register in person at our Member Services desk. (Please note that families who require financial assistance must register in person at our member services desk as our online process is not set up to accommodate a reduced rate at this time. We apologize for this inconvenience.)

Jean Little Y Child Care Centre/Kensington Y Child Care Centre/Woodland Glen Y Child Centre

Please view our 2017 Kindergarten PD Day and School Break registration form for more details.

Register Online here 

Or, Register in person at our Member Services desk. (Please note that families who require financial assistance must register in person at our member services desk as our online process is not set up to accommodate a reduced rate at this time. We apologize for this inconvenience.)

School Age, ages 6 to 12 years

PD day and school break camp is offered for school age students at the Guelph Y and at Harris Mill Public School in Rockwood. Children will be engaged through exploring, discovering, creating and staying active.

Harris Mill Public School in Rockwood - Licensed School Age Care

Harris Mill Public School, 207 MacLennan St., Rockwood ON.

Enjoy the day at Harris Mill Public School with access to the gym, library, classrooms as well as the playground.

Guelph Y-Puslinch Optimist Recreation Centre - Day Camp

Campers will be bussed from the main Y location at 130 Woodland Glen Drive for an off-site field trip to the Puslinch Optimist Recreation Centre and Community Centre. This location offers access to a full gym, outdoor fields and a community centre with a full kitchen.

Extended Care

7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. - offered for an extra fee of $8.00 per day

Please see the 2017 brochure and registration form for more details

Register Online Here

At the Y Camp, ages 6 to 12 

Location

YMCA-YWCA of Guelph, 130 Woodland Glen Dr. Guelph, ON

Cost:

$183.50 per week

(August 8 to 11 is a 4 day week due to the Civic Holiday with a reduced rate of $147.00)

(Reduced rate for Extended Care is $30.00 per week.)

Regular Camp Hours:

8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

Extended Care Hours:

7:00 to 8:30 A.M. and 5:00 to 6:00 P.M.

Extra fee of $37.50 per week

Transportation:

Drop off and pick up only at this location. No bus will be offered for this camp.

What makes 'At the Y Camp' the place to be?

At the Y Camp offers traditional camp activities in the comfort of Guelph's main Y building. Campers will have the opportunity to swim, enjoy camp games and songs, and explore theme specific activities. Our At the Y Camp supports children aged 6-12 to develop confidence and

build self-esteem. We pride ourselves on the relationships we've built within our community to bring some of the most knowledgeable and skilled special guest speakers to camp. We believe that special guests bring unique learning experiences to camp, providing opportunities for kids to connect with their community. New this year, a select few of our At the Y Camp themes will be bussed to Puslinch Community Centre, where campers will have access to larger spaces that allow for theme specific activities. The Puslinch Community Centre offers sports fields, a large kitchen, and an indoor arena that ensures campers have room to learn and explore. Campers will still be signed in and out of camp at the Main Y building. It will simply be an offsite field trip to and from Puslinch throughout the day that will take place.

Don't Forget to Bring:

• Refillable water bottle
• Suncreen (please no spray suncreen)
• Hat
• Bathingsuit and towel
• Nut free lunch with lots of snacks for the entire day
• Comfotable clothes that may get dirty
• Running shoes

2017 Camp Themes by Week

2017 Summer Day Camp Brochure 

2017 Parent Handbook 

Register Online Here

Or download and print this registration form to register in person at our Member Services desk. (Please note that families who require financial assistance must register in person at our member services desk as our online process is not set up to accommodate a reduced rate at this time. We apologize for this inconvenience.)

2017 camp forms you may need when registering:

Consent to Administer Medication Form - For any child who requires medication of any kind during camp hours. (examples: epi-pens, inhalers, antibiotics, other medications)

Supporting Kids In Camp Information for Parents - The Canadian Mental Health Association of Waterloo, Wellington and Dufferin is proud to announce their continued participation in the "Supporting Kids in Camp" program.  This program is funded through the Ministry of 

Supporting Kids in Camp ONE Form - A form that helps us better understand your child and the needs they may have that require extra attention during camp. This form also helps support workers who may be paired with your child at camp through the SKIC (Supporting Kids in Camp Program) funded by The Candian mental Health Association of Waterloo and Wellington Dufferin.

Supporting Kids In Camp Application form - A form to be filled out by families seeking one-to-one support to then be sent to the Supporting Kids In Camp Coordinator at The Canadian Mental Health Association of Waterloo and Wellington Dufferin.

Camp Conestogo, ages 6 to 12

Location

Guelph Lake -off of Jones Baseline Road, North of Wellington Road 124 (shared space with the Guelph Boating Club)

Cost:

$183.50 per week

(August 8 to 11 is a 4 day week due to the Civic Holiday with a reduced rate of $147.00)

Regular Camp Hours:

8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

Extended Care Hours:

7:00 to 8:30 A.M. and 5:00 to 6:00 P.M.

Extra fee of $37.50 per week

(August 8 to 11 is a 4 day week due to the Civic Holiday with a reduced rate of $30.00)

What makes Camp Conestogo so Unique?

Camp Conestogo Y Day Camp provides an 'unplugged' setting that encourages kids to build connections with others in the natural world. The beautiful setting at Guelph Lake offers one-of-a-kind programming such as low ropes, canoeing, lake swimming, nature hikes, camp fires, and much more. Camp Conestogo is a great way to introduce your child to a traditional camp experience if they aren't quite ready to brave an overnight camp. Our energetic camp counsellors will support your child to have fun, develop new skills, and realize the best in themselves and others.

Low Ropes

Youth will work cooperatively as a team to complete low ropes course challenges.

The Beach and Lake

Campers will have the opportunity to enjoy a daily swim in beautiful Guelph Lake - a favorite spot for our campers.

Camp Fire

Campers will gain the skills to build a camp fire safely in a small group setting while enjoying some hands on traditional camp fire cooking experiences.

Nature Hikes

Campers will be able to enjoy the beautiful scenery along the marked trails within the camp forest. Campers will be encouraged to appreciate their natural surroundings.

Canoeing

Campers will be supported to build their canoeing skills through age appropriate instruction and will have the opportunity to paddle across the calm lake with friends at the end of the week.

Don't forget to bring:

• Bathing suit and towel
• Sunscreen & hat (no spray sunscreen please)
• Comfortable clothing (that can get dirty)
• Closed toe shoes
• Packed lunch with snacks (no nuts please)
• Refillable water bottle (multiple frozen water bottles are a great idea)

Bussing

• Buses are provided at various pick up and drop off locations throughout Guelph.
• All buses leave by 8:30am to head out to the lake
• All buses drop off at approximately 5:00pm
• Please be sure to select the bus you need for each week of camp when you register

Bus Stop Locations

A. Guelph Y Parking Lot. 130 Woodland Glen Dr.

B. Willow West Mall Parking Lot.

• Corner of Willow Road and Silvercreek Parkway in the mall parking lot

C. Trinity United Church

• Side driveway entrance located on Balsam Drive (south side of church)
• Enter through back door of church marked, "Y Day Camp Extended Care"

D. Fergus Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex

• 550 Belsyde Ave. Fergus, ON
• Parking Lot

2017 Camp Themes by Week

2017 Summer Day Camp Brochure 

2017 Parent Handbook

Register Online Here

Or download and print this registration form to register in person at our Member Services desk. (Please note that families who require financial assistance must register in person at our member services desk as our online process is not set up to accommodate a reduced rate at this time. We apologize for this inconvenience.)

2017 camp forms you may require when registering:

Consent to Administer Medication Form - For any child who requires medication of any kind during camp hours. (examples: epi-pens, inhalers, antibiotics, other medications)

Supporting Kids In Camp Information for Parents - The Canadian Mental Health Association of Waterloo, Wellington and Dufferin is proud to announce their continued participation in the "Supporting Kids in Camp" program.  This program is funded through the Ministry of 

Supporting Kids in Camp ONE Form - A form that helps us better understand your child and the needs they may have that require extra attention during camp. This form also helps support workers who may be paired with your child at camp through the SKIC (Supporting Kids in Camp Program) funded by The Candian mental Health Association of Waterloo and Wellington Dufferin.

Supporting Kids In Camp Application form - A form to be filled out by families seeking one-to-one support to then be sent to the Supporting Kids In Camp Coordinator at The Canadian Mental Health Association of Waterloo and Wellington Dufferin.

Harris Mill Public School Licensed Care, ages 6 to 12

Licensed summer care is available for the youth to enjoy a full day of fun including structured play, arts, crafts, drama, music and more at Harris Mill Public School in Rockwood. Children will be required to bring their own nut-free lunch and snacks for the day.

Location:

Harris Mill Public School, 207 MacLennan St., Rockwood ON.

Hours of Care:

7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. (Registration is in one week blocks)

Register Online Here

Or download and print this registration form to register in person at our Member Services desk.

Please note that families who require financial assistance must register in person at our member services desk as our online process is not set up to accommodate a reduced rate at this time. We apologize for this inconvenience and look forward to assisting you with registration in person.

Leader in Training Programs, ages 13 to 17 

Leader In Training Full Week Course, ages 13 to 17 

Offered to those youth who have not yet taken the full one week course in previous years.

Location:

Fred Kelly Room at the Main Y location, 130 Woodland Glen Drive, Guelph, ON

Cost:

$198.50 per week +HST

Training session hours:

8:30 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

Included Certifications

• Emergency First-Aid and CPR
• HIGH FIVE® Principles of Healthy Child Development Certification

Two identical sessions will be offered for you to choose from:

Session #1: July 3 to July 7, 2017 (week 1)

Session #2: July 31 to August 4, 2017 (week 5)

Course Description:

• This one week training session promotes development of leadership skills through team based activities and mentorship opportunities.
• Instructors will encourage greater independence and help youth foster skills in collaboration, accountability and leadership through the eyes of a camp counselor.
• In order to ensure success in this program, we connect youth to supportive mentors in a safe and welcoming environment where they can feel accepted, find their own voices, and become engaged in our community.
• After successfully completing the L.I.T. course, youth will have the opportunity to volunteer at their day camp of choice for 3 weeks or more.
• Youth will receive daily check ins with their instructor to support learning and development, while setting goals for personal growth throughout the week.
• Volunteer opportunities will be assigned during this course for the following weeks, and arranged with the LIT facilitator.

• Youth will be given the opportunity to swim during open camp swim time each day.

Volunteer Placements -no fee:

Upon successful completion of this one week course youth will have the opportunity to volunteer at one of our day camps for 3 weeks or more. Registration is not required for volunteer placements. The placements will be set-up and coordinated through the Leader In Training instructor with detailed information sent home to support with any further questions regarding your placement.

Register Online Here

Leader In Training One Day Refresher Course, ages 13 to 17

Prerequisite:

Completion of the full one-week Leader In Training course in 2015 or 2016

Location:

Fred Kelly Room at the Main YMCA-YWCA of Guelph

130 Woodland Glen Dr. Guelph, ON

Date:

Thursday June 29th, 2017 (P.D. Day for Upper Grand District School Board as well as the Wellington Catholic District School Board)

Cost:

$50 for the day +HST

Training Session Hours:

9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M.

Course Description:

This one-day course is designed to be a refresher for youth who participated in a full week L.I.T. summer course in July or August of 2015 or 2016. A quick overview of this previous full course content will be covered. Volunteer placements for the upcoming summer will be assigned. Youth

completing the refresher course will be given the tools they need to start volunteering, and will be assigned a mentor at the camp of their choice.

Volunteer Placements -no fee:

Upon successful completion of this one day refresher course, youth will have the opportunity to volunteer at one of our day camps for 3 weeks or more. Registration is not required for volunteer placements. The placements will be set-up and coordinated through the Leader In Training instructor with detailed information sent home to support with any further questions regarding your placement.

Woodland Glen, Jean Little,  Kensington - Y Child Care Centres, ages 3 to 5

Ages

3 to 5 years (registered for JK or SK in September 2017)

Hours of Care:

7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. (Registration is in one week blocks)

*4 day week offered at a reduced rate.

Register Online Here

Or download and print this registration form to register in person at our Member Services desk.

Please note that families who require financial assistance must register in person at our member services desk as our online process is not set up to accommodate a reduced rate at this time. We apologize for this inconvenience and look forward to assisting you with registration in person.

 Harris Mill Licensed Child Care, ages 3 to 5

Licensed summer care is available for the youth to enjoy a full day of fun including structured play, arts, crafts, drama, music and more at Harris Mill Public School in Rockwood. Children will be required to bring their own nut-free lunch and snacks for the day.

Location 

Harris Mill Public School, 207 MacLennan St., Rockwood ON.

Hours of Care

7:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. (Registration is in one week blocks)

*4 day weeks offered at a reduced rate.

Register Online Here

Or download and print this registration form to register in person at our Member Services desk.

Please note that families who require financial assistance must register in person at our member services desk as our online process is not set up to accommodate a reduced rate at this time. We apologize for this inconvenience and look forward to assisting you with registration in person.