Summer Camp Activities at Camp Summit

archery

Our outdoor archery range provides campers with an opportunity to experience traditional long-bow archery under the careful supervision of a trained instructor. All campers will go to the archery range with their cabins, and have the opportunity to participate in elective archery sessions.

arts & crafts

What would camp be without arts and crafts? A chance to get creative during craft periods lets the campers try out everything from tie-dyeing to macrame. Crafts also include beadwork, picture framing, painting and more!

bouldering

At the Camp Summit bouldering wall, campers get all of the physical benefits of rock climbing without the height! It’s at the Bouldering wall where campers learn climbing techniques through fun games and challenges.

camp craft

Learn how to set up a tarp shelter, use a camp stove or build a shelter out of what nature provides for you at Campcraft our outdoor living skills program!

campfire cooking

At Campfire Cooking campers to learn how to build cooking fires in a safe setting. Once the fire is built campers have the opportunity to cook bannock over the open fire and enjoy it with some delicious toppings!

canoeing

Campers in our one and two week programs are given the opportunity to paddle on the waters of beautiful local lakes in the shadows of the surrounding mountains. One of our goals at in canoeing is to make campers feel comfortable on the water. Experienced and qualified instructors teach water safety and paddling skills. Paddles and Certified life jackets are provided. (1 and 2 week programs only)

climbing

At Camp Summit we offer climbers from beginner to advanced a chance to climb on our outdoor wall. All campers receive instructions and safety measure tips by certified instructors before climbing. Climbing Wall sessions include belay lessons climbing techniques and route management. Intermediate & Senior campers will be able to take the skills they learned on the wall and put them to test on a full day rock climb. This day trip takes us into our backyard, The Squamish Chief and the surrounding cliffs which is home to some of the best climbing in North America. Summit has also begun providing extensive bouldering programs to our keen climbers!

eco-centre activities

This nature based program gives campers the opportunity to experience nature with all of their senses. Eco-Centre takes campers around the beautiful temperate rainforest that is Camp Summit for a closer look at the natural world around them.

field games & sports

Camp Summit boasts great playing fields on which we play Soccer, Field Hockey, Football, Ultimate Frisbee and pretty much any sport you can think of! We also play a wide variety of traditional camp wide games such as Capture the Flag, and Survival!

high ropes

The Giants Ladder, Vertical Playground and Leap of Faith are only a few of the elements that you will find at out High Ropes course. This program allows campers to push the boundaries of their comfort zone while practicing trust and teamwork skills with their cabin group. With many High Ropes elements to choose from campers are able to participate at the level that best challenges them!

hiking trips

The opportunity for an overnight trip is given to each cabin group in our 2-week Adventure Challenge session, and offers a great opportunity for campers to bond. The trip provides a chance to experience life in the outdoors and a way to learn about the environment that surrounds them. The unbelievable views within the foothills and swimming in the mountain lakes en-route, are memories that will last a lifetime. The trip varies in length, from one to three days, depending on the camper's age, and is led by trained and experienced trippers along with the cabin's counselor and LIT. Camp Summit adheres to a 'No Trace Camping' policy. Campers receive instruction in areas such as campsite setup, food preparation and respect for the outdoors. (2 week session only)

horseback riding

Campers in our 2-week Adventure Challenge program can choose to ride the beautiful mountain trails in the Squamish Valley on horseback. An instruction and safety lesson takes place in a riding ring before setting out on the trail. (2 week session only)

low ropes

Camp Summit has its very own low ropes course. Hanging only a few feet above the ground, your group will be challenged in ways they never have before, all while learning valuable communication, problem solving and spotting skills.

mountain biking

Squamish is a world renowned Mountain Bike venue and provides campers with a wide range of trails at varying degrees of difficulty. Our bike guides teach the campers riding techniques, trail etiquette and safety, while enjoying a true mountain ride. All bikes provided are front suspension x-country bikes. The bike helmets provided are Bell and Giro and pads by RaceFace.

orienteering & outdoor skills

Campers have the opportunity to learn basic skills using a compass and map reading, taking a bearing and appliying these skills to day hikes or extended backcountry travel. Outdoor Skills such as shelter building, proper backcountry kitchen and camp set-up as well as proper gear and equipment selection. These skills help prepare campers for trips offered during the 2 week session or family or peer backcountry travel.

sports and athletics

Summit offers almost every sport under the sun! Soccer, ultimate Frisbee, golf, basketball, ball hockey, tennis, beach volleyball and bocce ball. The "Summit Olympics" and the "Copa Summit" are both all camp sporting events, which last a full or half day. Summit now has a full 18 hole frisbee golf course on site!!

white-water rafting

Rafting is an exciting activity combining teamwork and communication. Campers in our 2-week Adventure Challenge camp can chose to conquer class two/three rapids on either the Cheakamus or Elaho River just North of Squamish. An in-depth safety briefing is given before the trip and all rafting is under the supervision of trained professionals. (2 week session only)

sightseeing & day hikes

As a camp in the Sea To Sky Corridor, you certainly can't leave without 'seeing the sights.' Campers are taken on trips around Squamish to visit surrounding waterfalls, lakes and other natural points of interest on day hikes.

team initiatives

Initiatives ignite cabin groups into working as a team through challenging them to solve unusual problems. It is a fantastic way to practice and learn about creativity, communication, support and leadership all while having fun!

Activity photography by Camp Summit & John Housser | Housser.ca