Environment Centre Day Camps
Summer Day Camps at Our Peterborough Location
Outdoor fun, meaningful learning, and nature-based adventure all summer long
Located at 2505 Pioneer Road, our Environment Centre Day Camps welcome kids and teens between the ages of 4 to 15 for an unforgettable summer filled with creativity, exploration, and hands-on fun in nature.
Each day, campers head outside for adventures led by our talented and experienced educators. From searching for forest critters to building shelters, creating eco-inspired art, and playing in the fresh air, every activity is designed to spark curiosity and foster a deep connection to the natural world.
The Camp Kawartha Environment Centre, our beautiful home base surrounded by the Trent Nature Sanctuary, is one of the most sustainable buildings in Canada. It is also the year-round hub for our award-winning environmental education programs.
What your child can look forward to:
- Outdoor play and discovery in a safe and supportive environment;
- Creative and age-appropriate activities rooted in nature and sustainability;
- Opportunities to learn how to care for the Earth and why it matters;
- A blend of fun, learning, friendship, and fresh air!
Whether your child is building confidence, exploring new interests, or simply enjoying summer outside, our Peterborough day camps offer a special mix of fun and personal growth with nature as the classroom.
PA Day Camps: Give Your Child a Day of Discovery, Fun, and Fresh Air!
Looking for something meaningful (and fun!) for your child to do on their PA Day? At The Camp Kawartha Environment Centre, we offer the perfect mix of outdoor adventure, hands-on learning, and fresh air — all designed to help kids connect with nature, grow in confidence, and make new friends along the way.
Each PA Day program is led by our experienced and enthusiastic educators, who guide kids through engaging games, nature-based activities, and seasonal adventures that spark curiosity and build a sense of belonging.
Let your child unplug, explore, and enjoy the wonders of the natural world, all while you enjoy peace of mind knowing they’re safe, active, and having a blast!
What parents love about our PA Day programs:
- A new seasonal theme for each date
- A low 1:6 staff-to-student ratio for personalized attention
- Designed for kids ages 6 to 13
- Drop-off: 9:00–9:15 AM | Pick-up: 3:00–3:15 PM (6 full hours of learning + laughter)
Summer Day Camps at our Peterborough Location (ages 4-15)
2505 Pioneer Road, Peterborough, ON
Wild Clover Day Camp
Ages 4-6
Environment Centre Day Camp
Ages 7-12
Woodland Adventures Day Camp
Ages 12-15
Benefits of Day Camp
Provides a magical camp experience for campers that are younger, anxious about being away from home, or just not ready for overnight camp.
Helps build self-confidence, fosters independence and resiliency.
Offer engaging, fun physical activities that build physical and mental health.
Teach practical skills to enjoy the outdoors.
Connect children to nature through daily immersion in the beautiful Trent Nature Area Lands.
Showcase sustainable living in action.
Are led by caring staff with extensive experience working with children and nature. Many year-round Environmental Educators.
Benefits of Time Spent Outdoors
Quite simply, nature is good for us.
Increasing evidence shows that it is important, healthy, and fun for children to have frequent and varied opportunities for play outdoors — and especially outdoors with natural vegetation—as a part of their everyday lives. (Children & Nature Network – Research Library).
When they do, they are happier, healthier and smarter. They are more self-disciplined and focused. They are more self-confident, creative and cooperative. They are better problem-solvers, more optimistic and more physically fit….
…. All in all, nature is good for children and their friends and family, too!
Wild Clover Day Camp
Ages 4-6
Our Wild Clover Day Camp for ages 4 to 6 gives our youngest campers the opportunity to explore, learn, and make friends in a fun, safe, and supportive setting. Children learn to enjoy and thrive in their time spent outdoors with our caring, experienced instructors!
Camp Program (9:00am - 3:00pm)
Drop Off Time: 8:45am-9:15am
Pick Up Time: 2:45pm-3:15pm
Sample Activities Include:
- Arts & Crafts
- Outdoor Free Play
- Games
- Small Hikes
- Exploration in Nature
- Environmental Education
- Swimming
Environment Centre Day Camp
Ages 7-12
Our Environment Centre Day Camps for ages 7 to 12 are geared to get kids outdoors and immersed in Nature! “Campers learn a lot” to quote more than one parent and have outdoor adventures with friends new and old. Led by our experienced, creative, caring, and dynamic instructors, these camps are fun, hands-on, engaging experiences designed to help participants form strong connections with Nature, the Environment, and Others.
Camp Program (9:00am - 4:00pm)
Drop Off Time: 8:45am-9:15am
Pick Up Time: 3:45pm-4:15pm
Sample Activities Include:
- Traditional Outdoor Skills (fire making, outdoor cooking, animal tracking, shelter building)
- Nature-based games and challenges
- Arts & Crafts
- Taking Care of the Environment
- Outdoor Adventure & Exploration
- Teamwork
- Environmental Education
- Swimming
Woodland Adventures
Ages 12-15
For older campers, our Woodland Adventures program provides an opportunity to explore far & wide… to grow further in their learning about the Outdoors, Nature and Environmental Stewardship, as well as their relationships with others.
Camp Program (9:00am - 4:00pm)
Drop Off Time: 8:45am-9:15am
Pick Up Time: 3:45pm-4:15pm
Sample Activities Include:
- Outdoor & Wilderness skills
- Enjoying full day adventures out on the land
- Team building and Initiative Challenges
- Nature-based studies, lessons, and experiences
- Advanced Environmental Care Taking and Stewardship
- Fun and Adventure with friends outdoors
- Swimming
