Chippewa Summer Camps

Are you ready to start this summer with a blast of fun? From thrilling adventure quests, to creative explosions to talent showcases... every camper finds their passion. Join us for a whirlwind of fun, friendship, and skill building with Chippewa Summer Camps! 

Get ready to explore the world of sports, play and friendly competition in a supportive and inclusive environment. Discover the Little Champion in you all while having fun and making new friends!

Ignite your child’s passion for culinary arts in a camp where every moment is a recipe for fun and discovery! Chippewa Park will transform into a haven of sizzling flavours, hands-on crafts, and playful games. You don’t want to miss it!

Do you have what it takes to become a wild ninja?! Tackle unique ninja obstacles with a blend of stealth, courage, and action. Showcase your best tricks and engage in thrilling outdoor ninja-inspired games alongside other ninjas at Chippewa! 

During this hands-on week of exploration, budding minds will delve into various questions about the world... How do birds fly? How can we make a volcano erupt? Will my cardboard boat sink or float? Through exciting experiments, interactive demonstrations and engaging activities, campers will have a blast, sparking a lifelong love for science and imagination!

Ahoy, campers! In this week embark on a quest for hidden treasures, while facing the ultimate challenge of survival on Chippewa Island! Learn to find food, start fires, and build shelters. Do you have what it takes to join our swashbuckling crew and set sail for adventure? 

Get ready to turn up the FUN dial as we gear up for Chippewa’s Grand Finale week! This week is our ultimate celebration of summer vibes, showcasing the best that our camp has to offer. Each day unveils a new theme, transforming us into Superheroes one day and immersing us in the vibrant energy of a Carnival the next! You don’t want to miss this fun and unforgettable closing week of summer!

Get ready to kick off summer with a sizzle at Chippewa Summer Camps! This week is packed with a variety of outdoor activities and games. Campers will have the opportunity to explore the great outdoors and engage in a range of activities such as shelter building, fire-building, teambuilding challenges, and unique DIY crafts! You don’t want to miss our kick off to summer this week!

Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just looking for fun, this week is sure to be a thrilling experience. Join us as we journey through the world of sports and compete in events like relay races, sports, heated games of dodge ball, and so much more. Be a part of the camp’s own mini-Games where you can earn medals and have a blast in a fun and supportive environment. 

In this high-energy camp, teams will have to work together to make it to the pit-stop at the end of each day. The racers will follow clues as they travel across the park and complete challenges to see which team can work together the most successfully. But be careful, there are detours, roadblocks, and even U-turns which may trip up even the quickest team!

*On Friday night, the challenges will end at an Evening at Chippewa event. There will be no sleep-out, but instead travellers will be dropped off at Volunteer Pool or Churchill Pool by 10:30pm.*

Get ready for a culinary showdown at “Chopped Week.” With their team, Campers will embark on a delicious adventure where they will face mystery ingredients and timed challenges. Adventure, flavour, and thrill of the great outdoors await for you to become the ultimate Chopped Chippewa Champion! 

Dive into our week that promises a tidal wave of fun for everyone! From splash-tastic water competitions, slip-and-slide relays, and cool canoeing adventures, “Splash Spectacular” promises an unforgettable experience! You don’t want to miss out on the ultimate water-themed celebration. 

Welcome to our STEAM week, where Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics converge amidst the wonders of the great outdoors! Campers will embark on a journey of discovery by engaging in hands-on experiments and artistic marvels, while surrounded by the wonders of the natural world. 

Campers are divided into teams, facing challenges that test their survival skills, teamwork, and strategic prowess. Do you have what it takes to survive Chippewa Island? We’ll see as each day brings new and exciting friendly competition that tests your abilities to work as a team!  On Friday night, the challenges will end at an Evening at Chippewa event. There will be no sleep-out, but instead travellers will be dropped off at Volunteer Pool or Churchill Pool by 10:30pm.

Get ready to turn up the FUN dial as we gear up for Chippewa’s Grand Finale week! This week is our ultimate celebration of summer vibes where we’ll showcase the best that our camp has to offer. Each day unveils a new theme--transforming us into Superheroes one day and immersing us in the vibrant energy of a Carnival the next! You don’t want to miss this fun and unforgettable closing week of summer!

To volunteer with Chippewa Summer Camps, email Volunteer Program Coordinator: Samantha.stovel@thunderbay.ca

Don't forget to check out our newest Program, the leaders in training program!  

Maximum Camper to Leader ratio is 10 to 1.

Drop off and pick up is at Volunteer Pool or Churchill Pool (identify which location during registration). Bus transportation to Chippewa Park is provided by an accredited bus company for campers and staff.  

Weather dependent, there is also lifeguard supervised swimming at Sandy Beach near Chippewa Park a couple times throughout the week and three times a week at the pools at the end of the day from 3:30-4:30pm