PD Day & Summer Camps
2026 Summer Camps!
Baxter Conservation Area now offers three different summer camp programs: Salamanders Nature Camp, Bullfrogs Wilderness Camp and, new this year, Forest School Camp. All of our summer camp programs give campers the opportunity to enjoy summer adventures immersed in nature while playing, exploring, and making new friends!
SWIMMING: Salamanders Nature Camp and Bullfrogs Wilderness Camp may enjoy swimming at Baxter’s beach supervised by certified lifeguards (weather and water quality permitting). However, Forest School Camp will not include swimming.
General Info:
Age Groups:Salamanders: *6-10 years of age Bullfrogs: 9-12 years of age Forest School Camp: *6-12 years of age
|
Camp Hours:Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. |
Location on Site:Salamanders: Interpretive Centre Bullfrogs: River Cabin at the Group Campsite Forest School Camp: River Cabin at the Group Campsite |
Camp Fees:$275/camper/week All fees are plus applicable taxes. |
Extended Care:Extended care is available for an added fee:
All fees are plus applicable taxes No extended care available the week of August 24-28. |
2026 Camp Dates
Salamanders Nature Camp
July 6 to 10, 2026 FULL | Ages 6 to 10 Interpretive Centre |
July 13 to 17, 2026 FULL | Ages 6 to 10 Interpretive Centre |
July 20 to 24, 2026 FULL | Ages 6 to 10 Interpretive Centre |
July 27 to 31, 2026 FULL | Ages 6 to 10 Interpretive Centre |
August 10 to 14, 2026 FULL | Ages 6 to 10 Interpretive Centre |
August 17 to 21, 2026 FULL | Ages 6 to 10 Interpretive Centre |
Our Salamanders Nature Camp for kids aged 6 to 10 includes organized activities like our pond study, instincts for survival program, crafts, etc. and unstructured, child-directed time where our camp counsellors will follow the campers’ interests while providing a safe and fun summer camp experience. Offered with a 1:8 ratio with 24 campers and 3 staff each week at Baxter’s INTERPRETIVE CENTRE.
Bullfrogs Wilderness Camp
July 6 to 10, 2026 FULL | Ages 9 to 12 River Cabin |
July 13 to 17, 2026 FULL | Ages 9 to 12 River Cabin |
July 20 to 24, 2026 FULL | Ages 9 to 12 River Cabin |
July 27 to July 31, 2026 | Ages 9 to 12 River Cabin |
August 10 to 14, 2026 FULL | Ages 9 to 12 River Cabin |
August 17 to 21, 2026 FULL | Ages 9 to 12 River Cabin |
Our Bullfrogs Wilderness Camp for kids aged 9 to 12 gives older campers the opportunity to take on wilderness skills and challenges (i.e. wood working, navigation, wilderness survival, etc.) along with some engaging camp activities and games with more of a Forest School centered approach during day-to-day activities. Offered with a 1:8 ratio with 16 campers and 2 staff each week at Baxter’s RIVER CABIN.
Forest School Camp
August 24 to 28, 2026 | Ages 6 to 12 River Cabin No extended care available. |
NEW! Our Forest School Camp is ONLY available the week of August 24th to 28th, 2026 for kids aged 6 to 12. This camp gives children a chance to experience what Forest School is all about through immersive, child-led play and activities in Baxter’s many wonderful, natural environments. Forest School Camp will have a 1:8 ratio with 16 campers and 2 staff at Baxter’s RIVER CABIN.
Please note: there will be NO SWIMMING and NO before care and after care this week.
PLEASE NOTE that Baxter’s summer camp programs are small and very popular. Spaces are limited and fill up very quickly once registration opens. Filling out our registration request form does not guarantee you a space in our summer camp programs. Registration requests are time stamped and processed in the order they are received. Our staff will contact you ONLY if you are able to obtain a space in our summer camp. We will begin notifying families if they have obtained a space in our summer camp programs the week of February 2nd to 6th, 2026.
PLEASE NOTE that families can only sign up for ONE week of Salamander OR Bullfrog Camp per child. Depending on availability, a notice may be sent out at a later date inviting families to apply for an additional week of Salamander or Bullfrog Camp. Families can sign up for Forest School Camp regardless of other camp registrations.
Volunteer at Baxter's Summer Camp!
Love being outside and working with children? Looking to complete your 40 hours for high school? We're looking for mature, enthusiastic volunteers to help with our nature-themed summer day camps. Volunteers must be 14 years old by the first day of camp to volunteer. Camp includes nature hikes, pond studies, crafts, games and may include swimming at Baxter’s sandy beach. If you or your child is interested in volunteering at camp this summer, please fill out our volunteering intake form. Staff will contact you to arrange next steps. If you have any questions about volunteering at Baxter’s summer camp please contact us at
Baxter PD Day Program
Baxter will again be offering PD Day programs throughout the 2025/2026 school year! Programs are themed by our outdoor education staff depending on the season, such as Outdoor Survival Skills, Navigation, Winter Ecology, and Animals and Habitats. The program follows PD Day schedules for the OCDSB, OCSB, UCDSB, CDSBEO boards and new this year the CEPEO and CECCE boards, but students from all teaching environments are welcome. Families can register for one day at a time or for the entire school year at once. Come join us for a day in the Forest!
PROGRAM DETAILS
Age Group | 6 - 12 years of age Children must turn six by December 31, 2025 to be eligible |
Camp Hours | 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Camp Fees | $60 + applicable taxes per session per child |
Location | Baxter Conservation Area's Interpretive Centre |
PROGRAM DATES
School Board | Program Dates |
|---|---|
OCDSB | 2025
2026
|
OCSB | 2026
|
UCDSB/CDSBEO | 2025
2026
|
CEPEO/CECCE | 2025
2026
|
MAILING LIST: If you are interested in finding out more information about our Forest School, Day Camp and PD Day Camp programs, and other education programs at Baxter Conservation Area, please fill out the following Google form to be added to our mailing list.
Want to Learn More?
Contact
Baxter Conservation Area Supervisor
Phone: 613-489-3592
Fax: 613-692-0831
