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An AED for the EC!

In Canada, approximately 40,000 people experience sudden cardiac arrests each year and up to 85% of those occur in public places (Heart and Stroke Foundation). Sudden cardiac arrest (SCA) is the sudden and unexpected loss of heart function. Signs of an arrest include...

Beachfront Now Accessible!

With funding assistance from the Rick Hansen and J.P. Bickell Foundations we were able to construct an accessible pathway allowing those with physical challenges to easily and safely make their way to the waterfront. Due to the steepness of the grade down to the...

Seasonal Recipe: Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry with Tofu & Veg

Cauliflower Rice Stir Fry with Tofu & Veg Ingredients 1 large cauliflower , 1 large head should yield ~5 cups cauliflower “rice” ● 1 green bell pepper , diced into large pieces 1 red bell pepper , diced into large pieces ½ white onion , diced into large pieces 14...

Stories in the snow…

Here is a true story that happened during one of my winter walks. Who knows what you might discover? I once noticed a doe who was wandering the woods. She was tired and nursed an injured right hind leg. She lay down in a thicket of bushes until she heard some coyotes....

Bird Whispering

I was skeptical when a birding friend said he could call birds in from the forest. “What are you talking about?” I told him. Birds are skittish. If there is one thing I know, they don’t come when they’re called. With a smile on his face and a glint his eye, he said...

Overcoming Winter Intertia

Connecting with Nature When it is Cold Outside. Our Executive Director, Jacob’s, latest article for Eco Parent Magazine. View the full article below  or check out the December issue of EcoParent.

The impact of outdoor education

In a place like Camp Kawartha, we naturally have stories about the successes of our participants.  This one, shared by our Head of Outdoor Education, Neil Fortin, provided us with some much valued post-visit feedback that delighted the whole team. “A class from an...

Seasonal Recipe: Spicy Kale & Roasted Butternut Squash Salad

A Seasonal Recipe from the CK Kitchen Salad Ingredients: 1 bunch of kale, ribs removed & chopped 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil Pinch sea salt 1 can chickpeas (400 grams), rinsed and drained 1 medium butternut squash, sliced into ¾” cubes ¼ cup pepitas...

Staff Spotlight: Food Services Manager Tina Barnes

Meet our Head Chef/Food Services Manager Tina Barnes, a wonderfully innovative cook who provides campers, students, teachers, parents and special guests with tasty, balanced meals.  We sat down with her recently to get her take on healthy Camp eating.  Q. Tina, what...

Summer Camp Director’s Message (2018)

2017 was a fabulous summer! My message from last year was about “seizing the day,” and no matter the weather or the session, the camp was in fine form with campers testing their skills at activities, evening programs and theme days keeping the adrenaline pumping,...