Summer Programs
summer programs 2025
2025 registration OPENING february 3rd at 9:00am
We offer camps for ages 6 years old and up! Check out our YOUTH CAMPS for Campers 6 to 14 years, and our TEEN CAMPS for youth 12- 18 years old
YOUTH CAMP
youth summer camp
Ages: 6 to 14 Years
The only overnight summer camp of it’s kind in the beautiful East Kootenays! Build memories and friendships that will last a lifetime. Campers will learn how to canoe, explore scenic trails, swim in Blue Lake, and leave with the leftover remnants of hot chocolate on big smiles.
Cost: $625
Need assistance with registration fees? Check out our Blue Paddle Campaign.
Offered: Sunday to Friday each week from Jul. 6th to Aug. 22nd.
TEEN LEADERSHIP CAMPS
Blue Lake Camp offers three successional Leadership programs for youth ages 12+. Our task in Leadership training is one of helping people to develop a sense of responsibility towards themselves, others, and the natural world. The goals and objectives are set for each level, ideally youth will participate in JOYLS, SOYLS (summer or winter), and then CIT to be on the best leadership path with the end goal of working as a Counsellor at Blue Lake. Participants will develop skills that can be used in future career endeavors, friendships that will last a life time, and hands on learning in a summer camp environment.
junior outdoor youth leadership (JOYL)
Ages: 12 to 14 years
The JOYL program runs along side our 6 Day Regular Summer Camp. JOYL is the first step in leadership learning, focusing on hard skill development, fun and games. JOYLs will begin to learn about themselves as leaders, participate in our High Ropes Challenge Course, embark on a moderate-level overnight out-trip, and develop essential outdoor skills along the way.
Cost: $675
Need assistance with registration fees? Check out our Blue Paddle Campaign.
Offered: Sunday to Friday each week from Jul. 6th to Aug.22nd
Senior Outdoor Youth Leadedrship (sOYL)
Ages: 13 to 16 Years
Previous experience in JOYL is mandatory for Campers 13 years of age. Please call the office if your child is 13 years old and would like to register for this program. No previous experience necessary, though it is recommended, for campers 14-16.
The SOYL program is an introduction to outdoor leadership, and the second step in Leadership Learning. This program includes our High Ropes Challenge Course and a two night out-trip with a moderate hike. SOYL’s will pack and carry their gear through various terrain and elevation gains to a beautiful lake for two nights. SOYL focuses on team dynamics and group development. SOYL is a prerequisite for our CIT program, and runs both in the Summer and Winter.
Cost: $750
Need assistance with registration fees? Check out our Blue Paddle Campaign.
Offered: Week 1 - Jul. 6 to 11, Week 3 - Jul. 20 to 25, Week 5 - Aug. 3 to 8, Week 6 - Aug. 10 to 15
counsellor in training (C.I.T.)
Ages 15 to 18 Years
Prerequisite: Summer or Winter Outdoor Youth Leadership or 40 hours of equivalent leadership development.
Do you want to be a Counsellor at Blue Lake Camp? Join us at Blue Lake for a week of leadership learning with a focus on effective leadership for youth programs. The CIT’s will learn about their signature presence as a leader, how to plan and execute camper focused activities, and shadow Blue Lake Camp program staff to begin to develop their own Discovery Sessions. CIT’s will become a part of a tightly knit team of summer camp enthusiasts and build their portfolios to prepare them for a future job working at Blue Lake.
Cost: $750
Need assistance with registration fees? Check out our Blue Paddle Campaign.
Offered: Week 2 - Jul. 13 to 18 & Week 4 - Jul. 27 to Aug. 1
Summer Camp Session calendar
*We provide a low camper to leader ratio and our highly trained staff provide leadership, positive role modeling, and ensure the safety of campers.*