Saplings Camps
Our seasonal Nature Camps offer a dynamic mix of structured activities and unstructured exploration, designed to spark curiosity and foster connection with the natural world. Children take part in hands-on experiences such as fort-building challenges, fairy house creations, nature-inspired art, and even crafting their own bow and arrow. Classic outdoor games like Survival, Man Hunt, and Capture the Flag add excitement and teamwork to each day, while our flexible approach ensures plenty of time for socializing, self-directed play, and soaking in the wonders of the forest.
How Our Camps Work
Saplings offers camps aligning with the seasons: winter, spring and summer. The age range of our camps offered are from 4-12 years old and the hours of operation typically run between 8:30AM - 4:00PM (this varies according to location). ​
Winter Break Camps
Locations
Pemberton Heights
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Ages
2.5-5 years, 5-12 years and/or multi-age (depending on interest)
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Typical Dates
The week before Christmas
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Schedule
8:30am-4:00pm​
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Activities
Indoor and outdoor space is available to children during this camp allowing for a range of cozy activities such as warm fruit teas and seasonal nature crafts, as well as time outside to build shelters and complete winter scavenger hunts. ​
Please click the registration link above to see further details and prices.​
Spring Break Camps
Locations
Pemberton Heights, West Bay, Lighthouse Park
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Ages
2.5-5 years, 5-12 years and/or multi-age (depending on interest)
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Typical Dates
Two weeks during typical school closures in March​
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Schedule
8:30am-4:00pm​
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Activities
As the snow recedes and the temperature increases, children will be engaged in nature walks tracking the growth and changes of local plant life, fort-building, creek play and spring-themed art
Please click the registration link above to see further details and prices.​
Summer Break Camps
Locations
Pemberton Heights, Gleneagles, West Bay, Lighthouse Park
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Ages
2.5-5 years, 5-12 years and/or multi-age (depending on interest)
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Typical Dates
Summer months aligning with school closures
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Schedule
8:30am-2:30pm (Preschool)
8:30am-4:00pm (School/Multi-age)​
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Activities
Children will be engaged in large group games such as Survival, Capture the Flag and Camouflage as well as shelter-building, bow and arrow making, fairy houses, and plenty of forest adventures. ​
Please click the registration link above to see further details and prices.​
FAQs
​​​What should my child bring?
Every child should bring a back pack with their lunch, snacks, water bottle and any additional layers they might need throughout the day. Any medication such as epi pens should also be kept in their backpack.
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How do you handle extreme weather?
Our programs are guided by policies and procedures regarding extreme weather and our educators will make changes during the program if necessary to ensure the safety of children. You will be informed in advance if a program is closed due to adverse weather. ​
Are snacks or meals provided?
No, we do not provide snack or food at our camp programs. We recommend that you pack extra snacks and an extra water bottle in your child's bag in case they need them.
Can siblings of different ages attend together?
Yes, however attendance of siblings will depend on our capacity and whether we have space. Please contact saplingsreg@gmail.com for more details.
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Are there inside facilities?
Yes, all locations have an indoor area we are able to use. But remember, we are an outdoor program, so you won’t see us inside too much!
For more information regarding our programming, please visit the General FAQs page.