Lakefield College School Camps
Highlights
- Educational and traditional camp-like fun
- Various activities
- Outdoors every day
- Community-minded
Focused on Languages for an enriched camp experience.
Overview
LCS Camps: Adventure, Leadership, and Growth on the Waterfront
With 147 years of outdoor education experience, LCS Camps provides a supportive environment for campers ages 4 to 18. The 315-acre waterfront campus on Lake Katchewanooka serves as a natural setting for discovery, offering three distinct pathways: Day Camps, Overnight Camps, and the Summer Academy. Each program is designed to help campers build skills and confidence through active, outdoor learning.
The LCS Camps Approach: Building Character and Community
At LCS Camps, the programming is rooted in community-minded leadership, character education, and environmental sustainability. The goal is to support the development of the whole person, helping campers gain a sense of responsibility and respect for themselves, one another, and the natural world. Whether campers are participating in regenerative farming at Northcote Farm or working together on a group challenge, they are gaining practical life skills in a down-to-earth, inclusive atmosphere.
Where Learning and Traditional Camp Fun Meet
The campus offers a balance of focused learning and classic summer activities. Through the Summer Academy, campers in Grades 10–12 can earn Ontario secondary school credits in a focused, distraction-free setting that still leaves plenty of room for the outdoors.
Beyond the classroom, every camper participates in the quintessential Canadian summer. With over 40 unique program choices, days are filled with everything from improving paddling skills on the lake to exploring new sports and creative arts. It’s an opportunity for campers to stay active and engaged while enjoying the natural beauty of the Kawarthas.
A Supportive Home Away from Home
For Overnight Campers (ages 11+), LCS Camps offers a structured and welcoming first step toward independence. A 5:1 camper-to-staff ratio ensures that campers are well-supported by dedicated residential staff and counsellors. Campers stay in comfortable, air-conditioned residences that provide a safe home base between adventures.
At its core, LCS Camps is about the connections made on campus. Learning to work together and support one another is a fundamental part of the experience. Through shared activities and group excursions, campers from across Canada and around the world build lasting friendships and social skills that stay with them long after the summer ends.
4-18 yo
From June to August
1 week
From $317
Max 500 campers
Co-Education
Private
Activities
Day Camps
Junior Day Camp
Grove Adventures
Grove Adventures
Climbing Adventures
Seed to Table Adventures
Grove Studios: Sing and Dance!
Waterfront Adventures
Bushcraft Adventures
Culinary Adventures
Culinary Intensive
Farming Adventures
Grove Prep for Grade 7/8
Grove Prep for Grade 9
High Performance Athlete Camp
Outdoor Leadership Program (Day Campers)
Overnight Camps
Outdoor Leadership Program (Overnight Campers)
Grove Adventures I
Grove Adventures II
Canoe Tripping I
Canoe Tripping II
Grove Studios: Sing and Dance!
Climbing Adventures
Seed to Table Adventures
Culinary Intensive
Bushcraft Adventures
Grove Prep for Grade 7/8
Riding Camp (Half-Day)
Grove Prep for Grade 9
Bridge Weekends: Campers who stay for consecutive weeks can register for our exciting Bridge Weekend programming, extending their overnight experience with even more adventure and connection. During Bridge Weekend, campers head off campus for unforgettable excursions like treetop trekking and a thrilling day at Canada’s Wonderland.
For more details on age ranges and specific programming information please visit our website or contact camps@lcs.on.ca
Dates & Pricing
Our programming runs from June to early September with a variety of options in both Day and Overnight camps. Prices range depending on specific programs starting from $435.00 CAD for our Day camps, from $1340.00 CAD for our Overnight Camps, and from $1795.00 CAD for our Summer Academy courses.
For more details visit our website to see our pricing and camps calendar.
From June to August
From $317
Academics
LCS Camps Summer Academy programs include both in-person, virtual, and blended learning courses. Courses offered include:
Grade 10 Science (SNC2D) – Day or Overnight
Grade 11 Travel Marine Biology (SBI3U) – Hybrid
Grade 10 Civics (CHV2O) & Careers (GLC2O) – Online Only
Grade 12 Advanced Functions (MHF4U) – Online Only
For more information on each please visit our website.
Schedule
Junior Day Camp Schedule
7:45 – 8:30 a.m. Breakfast Club
8:30 – 9:00 a.m. Camper Drop-Off
9:00 – 10:30 a.m. Period 1 (e.g. Swim Tests)
10:30 – 12 p.m. Period 2 (e.g. Arts and Crafts)
12:00 – 12:30 p.m. Lunch
12:30-1:45 p.m. Period 3 (e.g. Indoor Climbing (Bouldering))
1:45 – 3:00 p.m. Period 4 (e.g. Beach Volleyball)
3:00 – 4:30 p.m. Period 5 (e.g. Trails Hike)
4:30 p.m. Camper Pick Up – The Grove
4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Extended Care
11+ Day Camp Schedule
7:45 – 8:30 a.m. Breakfast Club
8:30 – 9:00 a.m. Camper Drop Off
9:00 – 12:30 p.m. Program Rotations
12:30 – 1:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 – 1:45 p.m. Camp Wide Group Games
1:45 – 4:15 p.m. Campers Choice Activities
4:30 p.m. Camper Pick Up – The Grove
4:30 – 5:15 p.m. Extended Care
Overnight Schedule
7:00 am Wake Up
8:00 – 8:30 a.m. Breakfast
8:30 – 9:00 a.m. Overnight Camper Program Check in
9:00 – 12:30 p.m. Program Rotations
12:30 – 1:00 p.m. Lunch
1:00 – 1:45 p.m. Camp Wide Group Games
1:45 – 4:15 p.m. Campers Choice Activities
4:30 p.m. Overnight Camper House Check in
4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Overnight Camper Programming
5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Dinner
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Evening Programming
9:00 p.m. In-House Curfew
Accommodation & facilities
Campers will stay in a shared room in one of our air-conditioned residences on our beautiful 315-acre waterfront campus. Room and residence assignments are dependent on the camp, campers age, and possible cohort requirements. Live-in residential staff provide supervision and support 24/7. Our overnight campers will enjoy breakfast in their residences or Hepburn Dining Hall, and lunch and dinner in the dining hall or outdoors. Our day campers will join us for a delicious lunch. Campers enjoy nutritious, well-balanced meals prepared in our year-round campus dining hall, featuring fresh ingredients from our Northcote Farm.
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Q&A
LCS Camps Staff have or are working towards a relevant undergraduate degree or post-secondary diploma, have experience in a camp, daycare, school, or coaching environment, are certified in First Aid and CPR/AED, and have relevant certifications to their assigned area (e.g. waterfront staff have their NLS certification).
Yes. All staff of LCS Camps and Lakefield College School are subjected to a Vulnerable Sector Check.
Full conduct and safety protocols are available on our website or by contacting camps@lcs.on.ca. If you have any questions about LCS Camps please connect with us.
Starting in Summer 2026, LCS Camps will be phone-free. We believe camp is a unique opportunity to unplug, be present, and experience the outdoors with authentic connection that’s increasingly rare in daily life.
Campers should leave devices at home, though international travellers may submit phones to the camp office for safekeeping along with their passport during their stay.
Students enrolled in credit courses should bring their laptops if listed on their packing list – devices will be distributed at the start of each class and stored securely during activity time.
Families can stay connected by sending emails to their camper at camps@lcs.on.ca (we’ll print and deliver messages during quiet time). For emergencies, the camp office is reachable at 705.652.3324 ext. 379, and we’re happy to provide a personalized update within the first 48 hours to let you know how your camper is settling in.
Location
The nearest airport to Lakefield College School Camps is Pearson International Airport. Airport pickup is available upon request. We currently provide airport shuttles to and from Toronto Pearson Airport for an additional fee. At this time, we do not offer regular bus service to and from camp, but we are exploring this as a possible option for local families in the future.
My daughter had an amazing time at LCS! She thoroughly enjoyed the program and teachers and is hoping to return to LCS again next year. Thank you for opening your doors in the summer and allowing children from the community to experience LCS.
My son had an excellent experience during his week long stay at LCS. He really enjoyed meeting people from all over and was able to familiarize himself with the campus for the coming school year! Thanks Lakefield!
Once again LCS knocked it out of the park! What an incredible program with amazing staff. My daughter LOVED every minute being at Northcote. We are so incredibly happy with the opportunities that LCS continues to provide. Thank you!