Camps

Camps will incorporate public health measures as laid out by the Province of Ontario and the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit, which may include physical distancing, small camp sizes, daily health assessments, additional cleaning measures  and modified programming.

Detailed information will be shared with registrants prior to the start of camp. Springwater Day Camps will follow the camp guidelines released by the Ontario Ministry of Health and the Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit if applicable. Parents/guardians will receive an email prior to camp to review these procedures.

Please note that participants who are unable to follow the guidelines may be removed from camp for the safety of themselves and other participants.

Sign-In and Sign-Out Procedures

Visitors and the general public will not be permitted entry into the camp facility. A daily health assessment and electronic pre-screening is strongly encouraged for each camper prior to entry each day.

Daily COVID-19 Summer Camp Pre-Screening Form for Participants

Parents/guardians must remain outside of the camp space and call and/or text their designated camp staff member to pick up their child at the end of each day if staff are not present at the drop-off and pick-up location. 

The Township of Springwater Recreation, Parks & Facilities Department has upgraded its recreation registration system, providing users with improved online functionality and more convenient access to programs and services.

What does this mean?

All residents interested in registering for Springwater's recreation and camp programs will have to create a new account in the Perfect Mind recreation system if they have never registered previously. The account activation is quick and simple, and can be completed at townshipofspringwater.perfectmind.com.

 
Click on the “Don't have a login? Signup” ​link at the top of the page and follow the steps to create an account.​  

Summer Adventures Camp

Campers will enjoy a variety of camp activities including arts and crafts, sports, and theme days with a focus on making friends and having fun at camp!

Sports Camp

If you are full of energy and want to keep active, look no further, this camp is for you! Campers will participate in a variety of different sports throughout the week.

Science, Arts and Discovery Camp

Get ready to explore your creative side and learn about science in a fun way! Campers will participate in hands on experiments, arts and crafts and more! 

Leadership in Training (LIT) Camp

The Leaders in Training (LIT) program is designed to help youth gain experience working with children. Training will include: HIGH FIVE® certification, leadership skills, program/camp planning, a resume workshop, communication exercises and team building sessions. LITs are required to attend the five-day training session, along with a one-week placement opportunity.

Camp provides: five days of leadership training, a HIGH FIVE® certification, LIT shirt and one week of volunteer at camp.

Field Trips

Please note that for Summer 2022, camps will not be partaking in out field trips this summer. Campers will remain on site using the indoor and outdoor facilities (weather permitting).

Ages

Each camp will have a minimum age in order to register. If your child is turning the minimum age by December 31st of the current year, they will be able to register into the camp. For example, you will be able to register for a camp with a minimum age of 5 if your child is currently 4, and their birthday is in September.

If your child is still over the maximum age and you would like to register for a camp, please contact the Supervisor of Programs.

How to register

Registration for Springwater Summer Day Camps will open on March 30, 2022 for Springwater residents. 
Don't forget to set your account up ahead of time. If you have forgotten your password please do not create a second account. Please follow the forgot your password steps or contact recreation@springwater.ca for assistance. 

Online registration is the preferred method to secure a spot. To ensure a smooth online registration, please login/create your account prior to registration if you do not already have one. Forgotten passwords can be recovered. No in-person registration is available at this time.

Registrations will also be accepted over the phone by calling 705-728-4784 x2053 but delays may occur.

Payment in full is required with Mastercard or Visa. For those who don't have access to these payment options, please call 705-728 4784 x2053.

• Register and pay online when registration opens
• Remember to create and activate your NEW registration account prior to registration opening!

Have questions? Contact us the Supervisor of Programs or at 705-728-4784 x2053.

Transfers and Refunds

Refunds are provided if 14 days' notice is given to the Recreation Department, prior to the start date of the camp program. A $20 administration fee applies to all refunds.

For transfer requests, please contact the Supervisor of Programs or at 705-728-4784 x2053.

Severe allergies, inhalers, and medical conditions

Please provide any relevant medical information when you register your child for a program by submitting the Medication and Allergy Form to the Supervisor of Programs. 

Our staff cannot administer any prescription or non-prescription medication to your child. We do not allow peanut and nut products at any of our programs.