Camp News:

We just posted a video of the 'Leap of Faith' element from our new high ropes course. The kids are going to love the new course!

Our latest blog post looks at what has and hasn't changed at Camp since 1957, when RICHILDACA began. Please have a read.

March 14, 2013 - At Camp, we try to promote healthy eating. Our video shows you how to make a delicious and healthy alternative to ice cream.

March 5, 2013 - What's more valuable in the long run - upgrading at summer school or working at summer camp? Find out what we think.

 

OUR DAY CAMP PROGRAM INCLUDES ALL TAXES, HOT LUNCHES, BUS TRANSPORTATION AND RED CROSS SWIM INSTRUCTION EACH DAY STARTING AT JUST $360. A FULL PRICE LIST FOR DAY AND OVERNIGHT RESIDENTIAL PROGRAMS IS AVAILABLE ON OUR REGISTRATION, FEES AND FORMS PAGE

 

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Welcome to Kettleby Valley!
A children's summer camp in Ontario located near Toronto, Aurora, Vaughan, Newmarket and Richmond Hill.

SUMMER CAMP ACTIVITIES

Kettleby Valley Camp is a kids summer camp and residential camp in Ontario for children located near Toronto, Aurora, Vaughan, Newmarket and Richmond Hill. At our camp, a child’s skills and abilities are developed and highlighted. It is also a place where campers learn to be more self-reliant and supportive of their fellow campers and the staff that lead them. This is all accomplished through the use of fun and exciting camp activities like, Red Cross swim instruction, canoeing, climbing wall, ropes course, arts and crafts, drama, nature, archery, cross bow and bouldering.

OUR CAMP STAFF

Our Camp staff, many of whom have grown up at Kettleby Valley, work together with the campers to create a friendly and fun filled environment. Each staff member takes part in our weeklong staff training prior to the beginning of Camp. This gives us the time to set the expectations for the summer, while providing camp staff with the tools necessary to meet them.

DAY CAMP IN ONTARIO

Our summer camp is located near Aurora and Newmarket, Ontario. Kettleby Valley Camp is also near Richmond Hill, King City, Woodbridge and Maple, making it an easy location to get to. Our Day Camp Program offers conveniences like bus transportation to and from each camper’s home, before and after hours care and a hot lunch served family style. Transportation to Camp from Markham and Toronto is also available.

RESIDENTIAL CAMP IN ONTARIO

If you’re looking for a sleepover experience, we offer the experience of a Residential Camp near Toronto. Our weeklong ‘Resi camp’ sessions begin Sunday and end Friday. We believe that Camp doesn’t have to be three hours away for a camper to gain the skills, confidence and independence that parent’s and their children are looking for. Our beautiful 60 acre camp setting is an ideal place to spend the summer.

CANOE TRIPPING PROGRAM

Our Canoe Tripping Camp program for teens offers a real challenge to our senior campers. Campers take part in a 5-day canoe trip through Algonquin Park – an adventure they’ll remember for many years to come.

About Our Director

Peter has been the Director of Kettleby Valley since it was established in 1998. He has had over 25 years of experience in the Camping field. Over the years with various camps, Peter has filled the role of Counsellor, Canoe Tripper, Nature Interpreter, Climbing Instructor.

Peter possesses a wealth of Camp knowledge and his passion for Camp life and in particular Kettleby Valley, is contagious to both campers and staff.

Peter’s daughter Adelaide has been a Camper at Kettleby Valley for 9 years. As a father, he understands the concerns of today’s parents and conveys this understanding to our staff.

We understand that sending a child to camp is a big decision and we encourage you to take the time and explore our website further. If you have any questions, please contact us any time!

Kettleby Valley is located at 609 Kettleby Road, Kettleby Ontario L0G 1J0. Find us at Google Places!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Kettleby Valley - Overnight Camps in Ontario

For children looking for an adventure in overnight camps, Kettleby Valley gives you three options. If your child wants a residential experience, but isn't quite ready for a full week commitment, you can register for our single night overnight camp program offered twice each summer. Our traditional week long residential camp session is a 6 day and 5 night program. Finally, our canoe tripping program offers campers the challenge of a canoe trip in Algonquin Park.

Children who participate in our overnight camps are treated a great camp menu that balances nutrition and health with ‘kid friendliness’. A variety in our menu ensures that campers always have something to look forward to from the kitchen. Successful overnight camps like Kettleby Valley know that meals are an important part of the residential experience.

Kids Camps at Kettleby Valley Provide Great Summer Memories

Located just north or Toronto, our kids camps offer a variety of programs including day, overnigh and canoe tripping experiences. At Kettleby Valley, we provide campers with the chance to develop skills and increase their independence in a safe and fun environment. Our registration is open for campers ages 4 1/2 to 14. Our kids camp experience builds confidence in individuals through the outdoor activities we offer.

One of the many great aspects of our kids camps is that we enable campers to spend their entire day being active and having fun. As a top choice among Ontario kids camps, our caring and qualified counsellors make it their goal to ensure that every camper knows that they are important.

Our Summer Camps in Ontario Make Kids Happy!

The time kids spend at their summer camps is one of the most rewarding experiences you can provide your children.

Kettleby Valley summer camp give campers the opportunity to develop skills, connect with others and gain the independence necessary to grow as individuals. At Kettleby Valley, we accomplish this in a safe, fun and supportive summer camp environment. As a member of the Ontario Camps Association, Kettleby Valley is an excellent choice among summer camps in southern Ontario.

The best summer camps in Ontario focus on the individual strengths of each camper. At Kettleby Valley, we train our staff to identify and highlight these strengths while encouraging each camper to take on new challenges. As a top choice among Ontario summer camps, our caring and qualified counsellors make it their mission to ensure that every camper knows that they are important.

A member of the Ontario Camps Association, Kettleby Valley is an Ontario summer camp and outdoor education centre located in King Township. We provide both day camps and residential overnight camps to families all over York Region. Kettleby Valley combines a great summer camp program with an ideal location that’s close to Toronto. Families from Aurora and Newmarket have made Kettleby Valley their choice for years.  Kleinberg, Woodbridge and Maple families also love our camp. Go to our Testimonials page to see what people think.