Our Overnight campers, aged 11–16, explore who they are, outdoors, in nature, and in community.
Whether enrolled in enrichment learning or adventure-based programs, every camper experiences the joy of discovery, new friendships, and a sense of confidence they’ll carry into the school year.
Learn and explore outdoors every day
Strengthen social and academic skills
Try new sports, water, and recreational activities
Build self-confidence and prepare for school
Enjoy hands-on adventure
Choose Your Camp Adventure
The overnight camp experience for ages 11–16 at Lakefield College School combines immersive outdoor adventure with a supportive community environment across its sprawling 315-acre waterfront campus.
Designed to build confidence and independence, campers start their days with a specialized age-specific morning program before coming together in the afternoon for custom "Camper's Choice" activities like paddling, climbing, and swimming. Evenings are packed with quintessential camp traditions, including counsellor-led theme nights, outdoor BBQs, and campfires under the stars, giving youth a perfect balance of skill-building, nature exploration, and lasting friendship.
Our overnight campers gain independence and confidence as they explore life away from home in the comfort of our supportive and attentive staff. For our Overnight Camp Programs, Campers move onto campus Sunday evening and stay through to Friday end of day.
Bridge Weekends:
Create your own summer camp adventure program by selecting your overnight camp sessions and bridging the weekend between them with a fun-filled activity. Enjoy a different activity each weekend on Saturday. Previous Bridge Weekends have included visits to Canada's Wonderland, Peterborough Lift Locks Cruises, and Ganaraska Treetop Trekking.
Prerequisite: Campers must have turned 11 by December 31, 2026. Campers must be attending camp the week before or after to enroll in a bridge weekend.
July 16-18 | (overnight only) July 23-25 | (overnight only) August 13-15 | (overnight only) August 20-22 | (overnight only)
Bridge Weekend registration fee is $580, including entry fees for excursions, all weekend meals, transportation, and accommodation.
Grove Adventurers Born 2016 (Age 11)
Are you an 11+ camper ready for the next big adventure? Our Overnight Grove Adventurers program strongly emphasizes the importance of agency and self-exploration for campers to build a summer experience that is true to them. Campers participate in a diverse range of traditional camp activities, experiencing all the campus has to offer, from fun in the sun to unique themed evening programs. Our 11-year-old campers have a role in building their dream week at camp by personalizing their afternoons with fun-filled Campers Choice options to really lean into their own developing interests and hobbies.
Overnight Grove Adventurers is the ultimate introduction to LCS life- filled with evening campfire traditions, waterfront sunsets, and unforgettable memories with new friends in our lakeside dorms. The program is truly the perfect blend for campers looking to try a range of traditional camp experiences and take on unforgettable adventures!
Dates:
For our Overnight Camp Programs, we offer weekly sessions running Sunday to Friday. Campers move onto campus Sunday evening and stay through to Friday at the end of the day.
Session 2: July 11 - July 16, 2027
Session 3: July 19 - July 23, 2027
Session 4: July 20 - July 24, 2027
Session 6: August 9 - August 13, 2027
Session 7: August 16 - August 20, 2027
Session 8: August 23 - August 27, 2027
Rates:
Our Overnight Camp Sessions are $1,410 for a week of fun and unique LCS experiences! Overnight registration includes 3 self-serve hot meals in our dining hall, accommodation in our modern dorm facilities, and a camp T-shirt souvenir.
Day in the life as an Overnight Grove Adventurer — What can I expect?
See our example day-in-the-life schedule below to get a picture of the fun waiting for you at LCS Camps.
Drop Off
8:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Drop Off & Wake Up Game
Sign in with your counselor and start the week with all of our day and overnight LCS Adventurers together to wake up and get excited for camp fun!
Period 1
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Tennis
The Grove Adventurers will head to the Tennis Court where they will do an introduction to Tennis Skills.
Snack Break
10:30 - 10:45 a.m.
Snack
Enjoy a snack break with friends to rest up and reset for the rest of the day. e.g. Orange Slices.
Period 2
10:45 - 12:00 p.m.
Art Room - Watercolour Painting
Campers will gather in the art room and complete a water coloured painting of a landscape of their choice.
Lunch
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Lunch
Enjoy a delicious and nutritious served lunch to fuel up for the afternoon ahead! e.g. Chicken Tacos, Carrots, Cucumbers and Watermelon Slices.
Period 3
1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
All Camp Group Game
Campers join as a large group for a 45 minute energizing activity of World Cup Soccer.
Period 4
1:45 - 3:00 p.m.
Campers Choice 1
Choose these activities during morning check-in with your counsellor depending on how you feel in the moment. *New options daily e.g. Tennis, Rock Wall or Ultimate Frisbee.
Period 5
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Campers Choice 2
Choose these activities during morning check-in with your counsellor depending on how you feel in the moment. *New options daily e.g. Watercolour Painting , Beach Swim, Fort Building.
Evening Program 1
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Paddleboarding
All the overnight campers join together for a fun evening on the water splashing around and learning new skills on the lake!
Dinner
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Dinner
Campers join together for a nutritious dinner and talk about the best parts of their camp day! e.g. Chicken Burgers and Garden Salad.
Evening Program 2
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Karaoke Night
Campers grab the mic and sing your heart out for camp karaoke night in the theatre.
House Curfew
8:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Enrichment House
Overnight campers head back to the house for wind-down time and evening routines before bed.
LCS Outdoor Adventurers Born 2013-2015 (Ages 12-14)
New this year: Outdoor Adventurers recognizes that no two campers are identical, so their schedules shouldn't be either! Our flexible registration model gives campers the freedom to design their ultimate summer by selecting two core morning specialized programs that match their unique interests, followed by interactive Campers' Choice programming each afternoon.
Each specialized morning program is intentionally designed for a meaningful, week-long progression, allowing campers to build hands-on skills, confidence, and true domain expertise from Monday through Friday. By choosing their two core morning specializations and selecting their afternoon activities each day, campers gain total agency over their camp experience, shaping a personalized summer adventure that reflects campers' unique passions and goals. Nights at LCS Camps are filled with evening campfire traditions, waterfront sunsets, unique themed program activities, and unforgettable memories.
Whether you love arts, watersports, canoeing, or climbing, there is truly a perfect combination for all campers!* Each specialized morning program is intentionally designed for a meaningful, week-long progression, allowing campers to build hands-on skills, confidence, and expertise in two of the following skills:
Grove Sports
Canoe Skills
Northcote Seed to Table
Climbing
Grove Studios (Integrated Arts)
Grove Ingenuity Labs
Watersports
Outdoor Education
*All listed programs are available on a rotating schedule each week, ensuring that your camper can register for multiple weeks of the summer at LCS Camps and have different experiences and the chance to explore new activity combinations.
Dates:
For our Overnight Camp Programs, we offer weekly sessions running Sunday to Friday. Campers move onto campus Sunday evening and stay through till Friday end of day.
Session 2: July 11 - July 16, 2027
Session 3: July 19 - July 23, 2027
Session 4: July 20 - July 24, 2027
Session 6: August 9 - August 13, 2027
Session 7: August 16 - August 20, 2027
Session 8: August 23 - August 27, 2027
Rates:
Our Overnight Camp Sessions are $1,410 for a week of fun and unique LCS experiences! Overnight registration includes 3 self-serve hot meals in our dining hall, accommodation in our modern dorm facilities, and a camp T-shirt souvenir.
How Registration Works:
Customize your camper’s schedule by selecting two (2) specialized morning programs from our 10 featured options, one for AM 1 and one for AM 2, delivering a daily progression that turns curiosity into real skill and proficiency by Friday!
Select Your AM 1 Program: Choose your first specialized program that your camper will attend each morning (9:00-10:15).
Select Your AM 2 Program: Pick a second specialized program for their second daily morning session (10:30-12:30).
Enjoy Flexible Afternoons: No need to pre-select afternoon slots; campers pick their preferred Camper's Choice games and activities on-site each morning at drop-off.
Day in the life as an Overnight LCS Outdoor Adventurer — What can I expect?
See our example day-in-the-life schedule below to get a picture of the fun waiting for you at LCS Camps.
Drop Off
8:30 - 9:00 a.m.
Drop Off & Wake Up Game
Sign in with your counselor and start the week with all of our day and overnight LCS Adventurers together to wake up and get excited for camp fun!
Morning Program 1
9:00 - 10:30 a.m.
Canoe Skills
Choose this option at registration for a 5-day morning progression on Lake Katchewanooka.
Snack Break
10:30 - 10:45 a.m.
Snack
Enjoy a snack break with friends to rest up and reset for the rest of the day. e.g. Orange Slices.
Morning Program 2
10:45 - 12:00 p.m.
Grove Ingenuity Labs
Choose this option at registration for 5 engaging mornings channelling your inner scientist.
Lunch
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Lunch
Enjoy a delicious and nutritious served lunch to fuel up for the afternoon ahead! e.g. Chicken Tacos, Carrots, Cucumbers and Watermelon Slices.
Period 3
1:00 - 1:45 p.m.
All Camp Group Game
Campers join as a large group for a 45 minute energizing activity of World Cup Soccer.
Period 4
1:45 - 3:00 p.m.
Campers Choice 1
Choose these activities during morning check-in with your counsellor depending on how you feel in the moment. *New options daily e.g. Tennis, Rock Wall or Ultimate Frisbee.
Period 5
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Campers Choice 2
Choose these activities during morning check-in with your counsellor depending on how you feel in the moment. *New options daily e.g. Watercolour Painting , Beach Swim, Fort Building.
Evening Program 1
3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Paddleboarding
All the overnight campers join together for a fun evening on the water splashing around and learning new skills on the lake!
Dinner
5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Dinner
Campers join together for a nutritious dinner and talk about the best parts of their camp day! e.g. Chicken Burgers and Garden Salad.
Evening Program 2
6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Karaoke Night
Campers grab the mic and sing your heart out for camp karaoke night in the theatre.
House Curfew
8:30 - 9:30 p.m.
Enrichment House
Overnight campers head back to the house for wind-down time and evening routines before bed.
Outdoor Leadership Born 2011-2012 (Ages 15-16)
Designed for 15- and 16 -year-olds, this immersive program builds advanced outdoor and leadership skills through direct hands-on experiences and mentorship opportunities. Campers will explore the natural environment by participating in ORCKA Level 1 Certification, wilderness camping, canoeing, and team challenges. Outdoor Leaders will spend their mornings diving into experiential workshops, community engagement experiences, and volunteer service learning at LCS and in the broader Lakefield Community.
Afternoons will be spent in group placements where Outdoor Leaders will support in mentoring younger campers and planning group games in both indoor and outdoor settings. Outdoor Leaders will receive feedback and guidance from our attentive and supportive staff. This program has been designed for a gradual progression of confidence in leadership roles. With this, 15- and 16-year-old campers' placement settings and expectations will vary slightly. 15-year-old Outdoor Leaders' placement will focus more on experiencing different age groups among Junior Day Camp and facilitating activities in smaller group settings. 16-year-old Outdoor Leaders will be paired with a program coordinator and facilitate a specialized activity program in an area of interest (sports, arts, science) in a larger group setting and for older age demographics.
Outdoor Leaders will work to help facilitate and plan a memorable Thursday campfire experience and themed activity stations for our younger Junior Day Campers to help spread camp magic and joy in the LCS Camps community.
Time in both group placements and community workshops will help these young leaders develop the experience and practical skills that prepare them for future counsellor-in-training and leadership roles at camp.
Dates:
This summer, we are offering both a July and an August Outdoor Leadership session, each running for two consecutive weeks.
July Session: July 18 - July 30, 2027
August Session: August 8 - August 20, 2027
Rates:
Our Overnight Outdoor Leadership program is $3,500 for two weeks of fun and unique LCS experiences! Overnight registration includes 3 self-serve hot meals in our dining hall, accommodation in our modern dorm facilities, a camp T-shirt souvenir, Thursday Evening Program, and a Saturday excursion to Ganaraska Tree Top Trekking.
Packing Lists
Overnight Campers Packing List
All overnight campers get the chance to go on a camping trip to Northcote Farm during their stay at LCS Camps. Make sure you come prepared with the right gear to stay comfortable and enjoy the outdoors! Here is a recommended packing list:
Clothing
Water shoes
Extra Socks & underwear
Nylon / Synthetic underlayers
Fleece Sweater
Raincoat
Toiletries
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Towel
Medications, EpiPen, inhaler
Deodorant
Extra Items
Refillable water bottle
Flashlight or headlamp*
Camping pillow*
Sleeping bag*
Sleeping mat/pad*
Personal life jacket*
Items marked with an asterisk (*), camping pillow, sleeping bag, sleeping mat/pad, and personal life jacket, can be borrowed from LCS Camps.
Day Campers: Northcote Overnight Camping Trip Packing List
Day campers have the opportunity to opt in for an overnight camping trip to Northcote Farm during their week at camp. Make sure you are prepared with the right gear to stay comfortable and enjoy the outdoors! Here is a recommended packing list:
Clothing
Water shoes
Extra Socks & underwear
Nylon / Synthetic underlayers
Fleece Sweater
Raincoat
Pyjamas
Outfit for next day of camp
Toiletries
Toothbrush
Toothpaste
Towel
Medications, EpiPen, inhaler
Deodorant
Extra Items
Bug spray
Refillable water bottle
Flashlight or headlamp
Camping pillow*
Sleeping bag*
Sleeping mat/pad*
Personal life jacket*
NUT-FREE snacks (must be labelled with campers' names)
Items marked with an asterisk (*): camping pillow, sleeping bag, sleeping mat/pad, and personal life jacket can be borrowed from LCS Camps for the trip.
Through interactive lessons, outdoor challenges, and hands-on projects, students build the study habits, self-awareness, and friendships that set them up for success in Grades 7 and 8, and beyond.
Outdoor Adventure and Skill-Building
Bushcraft, climbing, canoe tripping, and overnight camping—programs that challenge campers to explore their limits and build confidence through adventure.
Farm, Food and Creativity
From regenerative farming to seed-to-table cooking and nature-inspired art, campers connect creativity with sustainability in hands-on ways.
Leadership & Growth
Programs like Grove Prep (for Grade 7, 8 and 9) and Canoe Tripping help campers strengthen teamwork, independence, and the confidence to take on new responsibilities—at camp and beyond.
Unforgettable Summer
My daughter had an amazing time and is already planning her return!
Parent of LCS Camper
Unforgettable Summer
Fresh air, great food, and real growth. We couldn’t be happier.
