Questions commonly asked about our Camp Program
Where does the Leadership Challenge Program 4 Kids take place?
Our camp program takes place at Nipissing University’s main campus and its surrounding grounds and trail system in North Bay, Ontario. Most of our programmed activities will happen outside, under the sky, in the natural world.
Here is a link to the Google Map for the camp location: https://goo.gl/maps/Enj9LMLsYP32
What kind of activities will participants take part in?
- Exciting Team Building Activities
- Cooperative Group Games
- Obstacle Course Style Programming
- Playful Leadership Coaching and Communication Games
- Mission Impossible Style Problem Solving Challenges
- Nature Awareness Games
- Wilderness Skill Workshops and Challenges
- Laughter and Active, Outdoor Play
Who are the Camp Leaders and Facilitators?
Our primary Camp Facilitators are Tony Cox (Our Senior Trainer and CEO) and Terry Dubroy (a renowned local Educator) Both are seasoned Wilderness Educators and Leadership Training Specialists who have worked with young people all over the world.
We also hire young adults who are graduates of our Leadership programs to round out our programming Team. They are strong role models and talented leaders in their own right. Our Team includes both male and female Leadership Facilitators who are excited to animate this programming for your children.
Our Instructors are Wilderness First Responder trained in first aid and adhere to the highest safety standards in the industry for our programming. At Leaders of the Day, safety is our chief focus, with Fun and great outcomes for our participants in a “photo finish” right behind.
Click here to learn more about Tony Cox & Terry Dubroy, the Leaders of this talented Team.
This program sounds amazing! How do I sign my son or daughter up?
Once you have finished reading our F.A.Q. information, you can return to the Leadership Challenge Program 4 Kids page and scroll right down where you will find the access point to the payment portal. Simply click on the orange button marked “Register Now” and follow the instructions. After registering, you will be sent a digital copy of our medical form. This will need to be filled out and either sent to us by mail or scanned and emailed back to: [email protected]
Click here to return to the Camp Program information page and get registered.
Who is this program perfect for?
This program is designed for boys and girls ages 9-12 who want to participate in a fun and engaging day camp where we help kids learn about leadership and themselves through amazing games and activities. This is a Day Camp like no other!
What is the Leader to Camper ratio?
We operate with a ration of 1 Leader for every 5 participants. We have experienced male and female leadership mentors on staff to help animate the programming for the participants and to act as great role-models for your children.
When does camp begin and end each day?
We ask that parents drop campers off by 8:20 a.m. in time for an 8:30 start each morning. The day will run until 4:30 and we will be offering an “after-care” program for a small additional fee to host participants from 4:30 to 5:30. We need to be off site by 5:30 so parents involved with after care must pick their children up by this time.
Does my child need to bring their lunch?
Yes. Participants will need to bring their own lunch, drinks and snacks for 2 nutritional breaks – one in the morning and one in the afternoon. Please ensure that each child has a refillable water bottle with them to stay well hydrated during our outdoor activities and challenges.
What should Campers bring with them each day?
- Lunch, 2 snacks and ample drinks for the day
- A one litre water bottle for portable hydration
- Running shoes (with socks) – no sandals or flip flops please
- Sun hat or ball cap – This is essential for our outdoor activities on hot days
- Sunscreen – 30 SPF or stronger
- A rain jacket – in case of “liquid sunshine”
- Any essential medications as outlined on your medical form
- A small back pack to carry it all around in
- A change of clothes for rainy days
When and where is your Camp Information Night for parents?
We will be hosting a Camp Information Night for parents one evening in April (dates to be confirmed shortly) in the St. Joseph Scollard Hall auditorium in North Bay. This will be a great opportunity to meet the two primary Leaders of the program, to watch a short slideshow and to answer any questions you still might have.
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