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Queen's Summer Camps
Update on 2021 summer camp planning
Each summer, Queen’s hosts a wide range of enriching summer camps that are popular with children and families throughout the region, including camps run by student organizations, several faculties and departments, and Athletics & Recreation.
These in-person camps were all cancelled last year as a consequence of the COVID-19 pandemic, and work is now underway to determine what may be possible for camps on campus this summer.
Our Risk and Safety Services department is leading this effort and it is currently engaging with camp organizers across campus, as well as KFL&A Public Health, to determine what health and safety restrictions will likely still be in place in July and August, and what impact these will have on our ability to host any sizeable gatherings of children and camp staff on campus.
At the moment, no decisions have been made and it is our intention to share more details as soon as possible to assist parents and caregivers, as well as our campus partners, with planning for this year’s summer camp activity. These details will be posted on this Summer Camps webpage, as well as to the university’s social media channels once they are available. Questions can also be directed to the various camp organizations active on campus about what virtual options they may be considering this summer if in-person camps are not available.
A wide variety of camps for children of all ages are offered at Queen’s in spring and summer. From sports to geography, art, and eco-adventures — there is something for everyone.
Oversight: Only the camps listed on this website have been approved by the Queen’s Camp Compliance Oversight Group (CCOG). For more information, please refer to the university's Policies and Procedures for Activities Involving Minors or contact CCOG at camps@queensu.ca.
Please use the individual camp contacts for information on specific programs and application procedures.
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Summer Programs
Camps are subject to change. Some dates not yet available.
Please contact the group/department noted for more details, to confirm dates, and to register.
Queen's French Camp
Department of French Studies
613-533-2090
frenchcamp@queensu.ca
https://www.queensu.ca/french/queens-french-camp
| Program Details and Dates | Age / Grade Range |
|---|---|
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SK–Grade 3 (Ages 4–9) |
Science Quest
Engineering Society
613-533-6870
info@sciencequest.ca
https://sciencequest.ca
| Program Details and Dates | Age / Grade Range |
|---|---|
Various weeks in July and August |
Kindergarten – Grade 8 |
Queen's Summer Engineering Academy (QSEA)
Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science
eng.connections@queensu.ca
https://queensconnections.ca/qsea
With both residence and day options available, the QSEA program is an engineering-focused educational summer program that exposes your child to engineering design, as well as engineering fields such as chemical, civil, electrical and computing, geological, mechanical engineering, mining, and others. QSEA offers one-week programs in July and August for children in Grades 6–12
| Program Details and Dates | Age / Grade Range |
|---|---|
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QSEA Junior
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Going into Grade 6 or 7 |
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QSEA Intermediate
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Going into Grade 8 or 9 |
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QSEA Senior
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Going into Grade 10, 11, or 12
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Eco-Adventure Camp
We offer educational summer day camps and a volunteer program at the Elbow Lake Environmental Education Centre (a campus of the Queen’s Biology Station).
We provide transportation at no extra cost (stops are available at Queen’s and along the way to camp).
Online registration and payment are available. Ask about our Refer a Friend Discount!
613-533-6000 ext. 77058
director@ecoadventure.ca
https://ecoadventurecamp.ca
Leader in Training Volunteer Program (40 Hours Guaranteed)
Our LIT Program is an advanced four-day overnight program for youth interested in advancing their leadership and outdoors skills. It includes first aid certification, canoe training, outdoors activities, and everything needed to help participants volunteer as a part of the Eco-Adventure team.
There’s also plenty of time for fun! Participants stay overnight at beautiful Elbow Lake and enjoy hiking, swimming, canoeing, campfires, and more (or should we say s’more?).
We guarantee at least 40 volunteer hours per participant!
The fee also includes food, accommodations, and Emergency First Aid with CPR B certification. We provide transportation (stops available at Queen’s and along the way to camp).
Eco-Adventure Day Camp
Try our educational day camps for children 10 – 14 during July and August.
We provide daily transportation at no extra cost (stops are available at Queen’s and along the way to camp).
Hands-on learning as well as traditional camp activities promote fun, fitness, and a love of nature. Camp includes outdoors activities like swimming and hiking, science experiments, arts and crafts, and guest presentations by experts from Queen’s and the community.
Need help? No worries – we have bursaries and are glad to assist. See our registration page or contact us for details.
- Session 1: Things that Work Together
- Session 2: Things that Move
- Session 3: Things that Fly
- Session 4: Things that Swim
- Session 5: Things that Build
- Session 6: Things that Make Noise
- Session 7: Things that Hide
Family Night
Enjoy free weekly Family Night programming every Thursday evening! Learn about science and nature and experience Elbow Lake for yourself.
Family Night is open to everyone, including the public (no need to sign up for camp that week). Optional cabin rentals are available for $65. Cabins are limited, so book yours today!
ASUS Summer Camps
Arts and Science Undergraduate Society
613-533-6258
camps@asus.queensu.ca
https://www.asuscamps.ca
ASUS Camps is a not-for-profit arts and science summer camp aimed at engaging the imagination and creativity of Kingston youth. Our interactive programming incorporates the standards of education that are present within the Ontario Curriculum and is designed for children aged 4-8. We have new and exciting themes for every week, each with different interactive activities to engage our campers!
| Program Details and Dates | Age / Grade Range |
|---|---|
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One-week Arts and Science camps over eight weeks.
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Ages 4–8 |
Barefoot Players Summer Theatre Camp
Dan School of Drama and Music
613-533-2066
barefoot.players@queensu.com
https://sdm.queensu.ca/community/barefoot-players
| Program Details and Dates | Age / Grade Range |
|---|---|
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Theatre, acting, dance, music, puppetry, and masks.
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Ages 6–12 |
Explore Summer Camp
Department of Geography and Planning
613-533-6000 ext. 77214 (Kathy Hoover)
Fax: 613-533-6122
explore.geography@queensu.ca
https://www.queensu.ca/geographyandplanning/explore-camp
| Program Details and Dates | Age / Grade Range |
|---|---|
Explore Junior
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SK–Grade 3 |
Explore Senior
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Grades 4–8 |
Agnes Art Academy and Agnes Art Camp
Agnes Etherington Art Centre
613-533-2190
aeacpa@queensu.ca
https://agnes.queensu.ca/learn/summer-camps
| Program Details and Dates | Age / Grade Range |
|---|---|
| Agnes Art Academy |
Teens |
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Agnes Art Camp
|
Ages 6–12 |
Math Quest
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
(613) 533-2432
mathquest@queensu.ca
www.mast.queensu.ca/~mathquest
A program for high school girls interested in math and science who have curiosity for exploring new ideas – and Queen’s campus. With a focus on problem solving, our hands-on activities are led by female mathematicians, statisticians, and physicists and take place across campus, indoors and out.
| Program Details and Dates | Age / Grade Range |
|---|---|
| Math Camp for Girls |
Girls entering grades 9 or returning to high school for September 2019. |
Enrichment Studies Unit (ESU) Summer Programs
ESU connects students in grades 1-12 with inspiring academics and opportunities to discover future careers. Students take unique and challenging academic courses and workshops, live in residence or commute, and experience campus life during May, June, and August. ESU offers a variety of courses in Science, Engineering, Law, Business, and the Arts. For more information about our programs and current course descriptions, visit the ESU website
ESU is accredited through the Ontario Camps Association.
Enrichment Studies Unit
613-533-3181
esu@queensu.ca
https://esu.queensu.ca/
| Program Details and Dates | Age / Grade Range |
|---|---|
| Summer Enrichment Experience @ Queen's (SEEQ): August | Students entering grades 8-12 |
| Core Leadership Training (L1): August |
Students entering grades 7-8
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Intermediate Leadership Training (L2): August
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Students entering grades 8-9
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| Advanced Leadership Training (L3): August | Students entering grades 9-10 |
Q-Camps
Descriptions available at gogaelsgo.com/camps
Queen’s Staff Discount Save 5% with code QSTAFF2019
Athletics and Recreation
Call 613-533-2500
qcamps@gogaelsgo.com
General Sport and Theme Camps
| Program Details and Dates | Age / Grade Range |
|---|---|
| Little Explorers | Ages 4–5 |
| Little Learners | Ages 4–5 |
| Mini Sport | Ages 4–5 |
| Music In Motion Peewee | Ages 4–5 |
| Super Hero Camp | Ages 4–5 |
| ActiveFUNdamental | Ages 6–8 |
| Music in Motion | Ages 6–8 |
| Junior Gardening | Ages 6–8 |
| Cooking Around the World | Ages 6–12 |
| DANCEPL3Y Dance Camp | Ages 6–12 |
| Soccer Camp | Ages 6–12 |
| Track Run, Jump & Throw | Ages 6–12 |
| Basketball Camp – Boys or Girls | Ages 7–10 |
| Mini Gaels Football Camp | Ages 7–10 |
| Coding for Kids | Ages 8–12 |
| Ukulele & Sports Camp | |
| 1/2 Basketball & 1/2 Volleyball | Ages 8–12 |
| Field Sports Camp | Ages 8–12 |
| Just for Fish | Ages 8–12 |
| Red Cross Swim Kid Lessons and Sports | Ages 8–12 |
| Cycle Skills & Safety Camp | Ages 9–12 |
| On Your Mark, get set, READ! | Ages 9–12 |
| Sport + Splash | Ages 9–12 |
| Sports Camp | Ages 9–12 |
| Swim & Gym | Ages 9–12 |
| Adventures in Creative Writing | Ages 10–14 |
| Basketball Academy for Boys or Girls | Ages 10–14 |
| Fitness for Girls | Ages 10-14 |
| Racquet Sports Camp | Ages 10–14 |
| Travel Our City | Ages 10–14 |
| Youth Gaels Football Camp | Ages 11-13 |
| Red Cross Babysitting Course | Ages 11–15 |
| Leader in Training | Ages 13–17 |
| Volleyball – Player Development Camp | Jr. Ages 12-14 (Daytime) Sr. Ages 15-17 (Evening) |
| Basketball – Elite Boys Academy | Ages 13–16 / Grades 9–11 |
| Basketball – Elite Girls/Women Training and Scrimmage Gr. 9 | Ages 13–15 / Grade 9 |
| Basketball – Elite Girls/Women Training and Scrimmage Gr. 10, 11, & 12 | Ages 15–18 / Grade 10–12 |
| Elite Football Camp | Ages 14+ |
| Queen's Cross Country ID Camp | Ages 14-18 / Grade 9-12 |
| Volleyball - Men's Elite Camp | Ages 15-18 / Grades 10-12 |
| Volleyball - Women's Elite Camp | Ages 15-17 / Grades 10-11 |