Summer at BGC Durham
BGC Durham is proud to offer high-quality, in-person summer camps for 8 weeks every summer.
Note: the majority of our 2023 Summer Camps are full, with a wait list available.
A Word of Thanks
The BGC Durham gratefully acknowledges the funding support received from various individuals and groups who are dedicated to summer camp. Donations were received for the 2020 & 2021 Summer Camps from many generous donors. Each year the donations dedicated to Summer Camp go a long way to enhance programs and participation. Thank You!
Special Acknowledgment to PC Children’s Charity
Thank you to PC Children’s Charity for being the exclusive national provider of healthy meals and snacks for all of our summer programs, through the Summertime Eat Well initiative!
Lunch and Dietary Information
Campers are required to bring litter-less lunch and snacks unless otherwise indicated.
Note: Please keep in mind we do not provide refrigeration or microwaves for children to use.
Our Devoted Staff
We are proud of our exceptional staff, chosen for their genuine interest in children and youth. We employ caring and creative individuals who possess exceptional leadership qualities.
- All staff are required to participate in 35 hours of pre-camp training.
- All staff members have First Aid, CPR, and High Five Principles of Healthy Child Development certifications.
- All aquatic staff members are required to have Red Cross and Life Saving Society qualifications.
Great Camp Ratios
Ratio for ages 4-5 is 1:8
Ratio for ages 6-7 is 1:12
Ratio for ages 8-12 is 1:15
Camp Refund Policy
Non-refundable Fee: $50.00 of the camp fee, per child for each week, is non-refundable.
Changes & Cancellations: A $10.00 charge will apply for each child, per session, for:
- Registration changes
- Cancellations
- Transfers
- Requests for registration copies for income tax purposes
Please note: All registration modifications must be done in person.
Notice for Refunds: Refunds will not be provided if less than 14 days notice is given.
Ajax Summer Camp
Ajax Summer Camp is full! Waitlist available.
Check out the upcoming themes available this summer. Spots often fill up quick, so we highly suggest registering for camp as soon as possible.
 |
8:30am-4:00pm |
 |
Members: $155/camper (Special price of $124 for the 4-day week) Non-Members: $165/camper (Special price of $132 for the 4-day week) Please Note: There is a $50 Non-Refundable Deposit due at registration. |
|
Extended Care Options Early Care (7:00am-8:30am): $5/camper/day After Care (4:00pm-6:00pm): $5/camper/day |
 |
80 Falby Ct, Ajax, ON L1S 3W4 |
Special Inclusion Considerations
Please note that if your child requires special inclusion considerations, please fill out the application for camp. If we are able to accommodate your request, you will be notified.
Funseeker Camp (Ages 6-12)
Each week will be filled with fun and variety. Campers will participate in many age appropriate activities highlighted around the weekly theme, campers will:
- Kick-off and wrap-up their day with exciting circles.
- Splash into fun swims and weekly water plays.
- Dive into arts, crafts, gym sessions, outdoor fun, and special events.
What to Bring?
- A liter-less lunch and daily snacks each day
- Water bottle
- Hat
- Sunscreen
- Closed-toed shoes for safety and to ensure everyone is able to participate in all aspects of camp
Summer Themes
| July 4-7 (4-Day Week) | Science Extravaganza |
| July 10-14 | Wacky Week |
| July 17-21 | Mini Master Chef |
| July 24-28 | Giggles and Jiggles |
| July 31-August 4 | Blast From the Past |
| August 8-11 (4-Day Week) | Olympic Games |
| August 14-18 | Zoo-topia |
| August 21-25 | Hey Oh, It’s Time to Go! |
Eastview Summer Camp
Eastview Summer Camp is full! Waitlists available.
Check out the upcoming themes and specialty camps available this summer. Spots often fill up quick, so we highly suggest registering for camp as soon as possible.
|
8:30am-4:00pm |
|
Members: $155/camper (Special price of $124 for the 4-day week) Non-Members: $165/camper (Special price of $132 for the 4-day week) Please Note: There is a $50 Non-Refundable Deposit due at registration. |
|
Extended Care Options Early Care (7:00am-8:30am): $5/camper/day After Care (4:00pm-6:00pm): $5/camper/day |
|
433 Eulalie Ave, Oshawa, ON L1H 2C6 |
Special Inclusion Considerations
Please note that if your child requires special inclusion considerations, please fill out the application for camp. If we are able to accommodate your request, you will be notified.
Rookie Camp (Ages 4-5) - FULL - Waitlist Available
| Rookie Camp will include active and quiet games, indoor and outdoor activities, creative arts and crafts, mini science experiments, story times and much more. Your camper will experience exciting activities with exploration and discovery by using their imagination. But the most important thing, they will be having fun all day long! | |
| July 3-7 | Space Is The Place – Full |
| July 10-14 | Music Maker – Full |
| July 17-21 | Barnyard Madness – Full |
| July 24-28 | Shipwrecked – Full |
| July 31-August 4 | Fun In The Sun – Full |
| August 8-11* (4-Day Week) | Under The Sea – Full |
| August 14-18 | Zoo-Tastic – Full |
| August 21-25 | Eastview’s 60th Birthday Week – Full |
Funseeker Camp (Ages 6-12) - FULL - Waitlist Available
| Each week will be filled with fun and variety. Campers will participate in many age appropriate activities highlighted around the weekly theme. Daily activities will be packed with fun from opening and closing circles, to swimming lessons, fun swims, arts and crafts, games room, gym, outdoor play, special events and much more! SWIMMING LESSONS ARE BACK! | |
| July 3-7 | Eastview’s Walk of Fame – Full |
| July 10-14 | Club House Rock – Full |
| July 17-21 | Eastview Head West – Full |
| July 24-28 | All Aboard – Full |
| July 31-August 4 | Beach Bash – Full |
| August 8-11* (4-Day Week) | Pool-tastic – Full |
| August 14-18 | It’s a Jungle Out There – Full |
| August 21-25 | BGC Durham’s Big 60th Birthday Week! – Full |
Specialty Camp (Ages 7-12) - Nearly Full!
Registration Begins: Monday, February 20, 2023, at 12:01am
Specialty Camps really hone in on some of the favourite interests and hobbies of all of our campers.
Check out the available camps below
|
Ages 7-8 |
|
| July 3-7 | Camp Clue – Full |
| July 10-14 | Actions and Reactions – Full |
| July 17-21 | Lego Creations – Full |
| July 24-28 | Wacky Sports – Full |
| July 31-August 4 | Colour Me Crazy – Full |
| August 14-18 | Young Einstein – Full |
| No Specialty Camp available Aug 8-11 and Aug 21-25 | |
|
Ages 9-12 – FULL – Waitlist Available |
|
| July 3-7 | Hooked – Full |
| July 10-14 | Clues of Fun – Full |
| July 17-21 | Express Yourself – Full |
| July 24-28 | Leadership Zone – Full |
| July 31-August 4 | Rookie League – Full |
| August 14-18 | Escape Room and Camper Challenges – Full |
| No Specialty Camp available Aug 8-11 and Aug 21-25 | |
Northview Summer Camp
Check out the upcoming themes available this summer. Spots often fill up quick, so we highly suggest registering for camp as soon as possible.
|
8:30am-4:00pm |
|
Members: $155/camper (Special price of $124 for the 4-day week) Please Note: There is a $50 Non-Refundable Deposit due at registration. |
|
Extended Care Options Early Care (6:30am-8:30am): $5/camper/day After Care (4:00pm-6:00pm): $5/camper/day |
|
150 Beatrice St E, Oshawa, ON L1H 7T6 |
Special Inclusion Considerations
Please note that as of June 1st, 2022, due to time restraints, staffing, and capacity, any applications for camp requiring special inclusion considerations will be put on a waitlist. If we are able to accommodate at a later time, those on the waitlist will be contacted in order of their application.
Rookie Camp (Ages 4-5)
| Each week of Rookie Camp is designed for our young, energetic, enthusiastic campers who are eager to use their imagination and build friendships. Themes are incorporated through crafts, creative activities, games, water play, explorations, storytelling, songs, and lots of fun! It’s a fantastic transition for younger campers before they step into the “big time” at Funseeker Camp! | |
| July 3-7 | Spells and Wands – Full |
| July 10-14 | Dragons and Knights – Full |
| July 17-21 | Sea Creatures – Full |
| July 24-28 | JR Olympics – Full |
| July 31-August 4 | Lab Coats and Beakers – Full |
| August 8-11* (4-Day Week) | Mix Up All Of Our Favourites – Full |
| August 14-18 | Air Band Nation – Full |
| August 21-25 | Splish Splash – Full |
Funseeker Camp (Ages 6-9) - FULL - Waitlist Available
| Funseeker Camp is great for campers who want to have a ton of fun! Each day is packed with activities inside and outside our Club. A special thanks to Jays Care for all the unique resources they provide to keep our camp unique and fun! | |
| Week 1 July 3-7 | Abracadabra, Alaka-bam Trip: Nebs Fun World – Full |
| Week 2 July 10-14 | Knights Rise Trip: Cedar Park – Full |
| Week 3 July 17-21 | Finding the Loch Ness Monster Trip: Warsaw Caves – Full |
| Week 4 July 24-28 | Returning Olympians Trip: Cedar Park – Full |
| Week 5 July 31-Aug 4 | The Mad Scientist Trip: Nebs Fun World – Full |
| Week 6 Aug 8-11* (4-Day Week) | Rate It And Play It Trip: Darlington Park – Full |
| Week 7 Aug 14-18 | Veterans of Air Band Trip: Wet ‘N Wild ($20 Fee for trip) – Full |
| Week 8 Aug 21-25 | Splashing Around Trip: Cedar Park – Full |
Funfinder Camp (Ages 10-12) - Limited Spaces Still Available!
| Funfinder Camp is great for older campers who want to have a ton of fun! Each day is packed with activities inside and outside our Club. Special thanks to Jays Care for all the special resources they provide to keep our camp unique and fun! | |
| Week 1 July 3-7 | Finding Merlin, The Wise Trip: Nebs Fun World – Full |
| Week 2 July 10-14 | Knightly Duties Trip: Cedar Park – Full |
| Week 3 July 17-21 | The Blue Lagoon Trip: Warsaw Caves – Full |
| Week 4 July 24-28 | Olympic Champions Trip: Cedar Park – Full |
| Week 5 July 31-Aug 4 | Grossology Trip: Nebs Fun World – Limited spaces still available! |
| Week 6 Aug 8-11* (4-Day Week) | Best of the Best It Trip: Darlington Park – Limited spaces still available! |
| Week 7 Aug 14-18 | Air Band Encore Trip: Wet ‘N Wild ($20 Fee for trip) – Full |
| Week 8 Aug 21-25 | Splash Off Trip: Cedar Park – Limited spaces still available! |
Teen Adventure Camp (Ages 13-15)
| Teen camp is exactly what your teen is looking for! A variety of indoor and outdoor activities is sure to keep your teen interested and engaged. Age-appropriate planning allows for teens to be active, make new friends, and explore new challenges. | |
| Week 1 July 3-7 | Trip: Nebs Fun World – Tuesday, July 4 |
| Week 2 July 10-14 | Trip: Cedar Park – Thursday, July 13 |
| Week 3 July 17-21 | Trip: Warsaw Caves – Wednesday, July 19 |
| Week 4 July 24-28 | Trip: Wibit Water Park – Tuesday, July 25 ($20 Fee for trip) |
| Week 5 July 31-Aug 4 | Trip: Overnight Camping at Darlington Park – Aug 2-4 ($20 Fee for trip) |
| Week 6 Aug 8-11* (4-Day Week) | Chillin’ Week at the lake and the movies |
| Week 7 Aug 14-18 | Trip: Wet ‘N Wild – Wednesday, Aug 16 ($20 Fee for trip) |
| Week 8 Aug 21-25 | Trip: Wonderland ($30 fee for trip) |
Teen Summer Camp
Teen camp is exactly what your teen is looking for! A variety of indoor and outdoor activities is sure to keep your teen interested and engaged. Age appropriate planning allows for teens to be active, make new friends, and explore new challenges.
|
Teen Camp is operated out of our Northview location, located at |
Teen Adventure Camp
| Teen Adventure Camp will be offered the following weeks: | |
| Week 1 July 3-7 | Trip: Nebs Fun World on Tuesday, July 4 |
| Week 2 July 10-14 | Trip: Cedar Park on Thursday, July 13 |
| Week 3 July 17-21 | Trip: Warsaw Caves on Wednesday, July 19 |
| Week 4 July 24-28 | Trip: Wibit Water Park on Tuesday, July 25 ($20 Fee for trip) |
| Week 5 July 31-Aug 4 | Trip: Overnight Camping at Darlington Park from Aug 2-4 ($20 Fee for trip) |
| Week 6 Aug 8-11 (4-Day Camp) | Trip: Chillin’ Week at the lake and the movies |
| Week 7 Aug 14-18 | Trip: Wet ‘N Wild on Wednesday, Aug 16 ($20 Fee for trip) |
| Week 8 Aug 21-25 | Trip: Wonderland ($30 Fee for trip) |