Week 5 Update

Kicking Off August with Sunshine & Smiles at Our Sports Summer Camp for Girls We were so excited to welcome our August campers this week! It’s been a fantastic start to the final month of summer at our sports summer camp for girls, and the energy around camp is high! Some of the week’s highlights […]

Week 4 Update

Week 4 Recap: July Session Finale & Summer Camp Activities Highlights And just like that, the July 4-week session has come to a close! It’s always bittersweet to say goodbye, but we’re so proud of everything our campers have experienced and accomplished. From the moment they arrived, they dove headfirst into their summer camp activities […]

Thriving at Camp: Easing the Fear

Sending your child to an overnight camp for the first time can be a big decision. As parents, it’s natural to have concerns, especially if your child has never been away from home for an extended period. You may worry about homesickness, safety, or whether they’re ready to handle the independence that comes with camp […]

The Power of Overnight Camp

3 Girls smiling, laying on dock

As parents, we’re always on the lookout for ways to help our kids grow into confident, capable, and resilient young people. Whether it’s through extracurriculars, school involvement, or special interests, we want to give them every opportunity to thrive. One option that’s often overlooked, but has incredibly lasting value, is an overnight summer camp. Sure, […]

Camp Update- Weeks 1&2

Summer Fun At Ak-O-Mak Summer is off to a vibrant and exciting start at Camp Ak-O-Mak! Over the first two weeks, our campers have embraced every challenge, explored the outdoors, and created unforgettable memories. Here’s a look at some of the highlights from the start of our summer season: Daily Swim Practice with Coach Tracy Campers […]

Camp Update – Arrival & Day One!

Hello Ak-O-Mak Families! We’re thrilled to welcome our campers back for another unforgettable summer at Camp Ak-O-Mak, one of Ontario’s top overnight camps for girls. Whether it’s your child’s first time at overnight camp or a return to familiar shores, arrival day was filled with excitement, big smiles, and the start of new friendships. From […]

The Remedy Kids Need Now

By Geoff Davies Summer camp has long been a tradition and a powerful training ground for generations of young people. Beyond the memories and friendships, the benefits of summer camp, like building confidence, independence, and resilience, often make it one of the most defining experiences of a person’s life. For many, it’s not just the […]

How Much Does Summer Camp Cost?

Summer camps are one of the best ways to keep children engaged and entertained during summer break. With countless variations of summer camp out there, finding one that your child is sure to love is easy. However, one of the biggest concerns parents have when choosing a camp is the cost. While there is no […]