with adventure, creativity, and lifelong friendships. Some of the highlights of Camp Kee-Mo-Kee’s programs include Archery, Low Ropes Challenges, Nature Hikes, and Exploring the Komoka Creek. The spirit of camp doesn’t stop when summer ends. Schools, churches, and community groups visit throughout the year for outdoor education, team-building, and nature-based fun. The facilities are also available for rentals, offering a peaceful retreat in a vibrant natural setting. At the heart of Camp Kee-Mo-Kee is a strong community supported by generous donors, local churches, and dedicated staff. Whether you’re a parent, a teacher, or a group leader, you’re invited to discover the wonder, warmth, and welcome of Camp Kee-Mo-Kee – It’s a classic, down-to-earth camp where every kid, young and old, finds a home. Middlesex Centre YMCA (Komoka) – 1 Tunks Lane, Komoka | 519-601-7033
Summer Camps to Spark Your Children’s Imaginations by Pamma Hubbert
School’s out, and the search has been on for summer camps that mix adventure, creativity, and growth for kids. From outdoor escapes to artsy workshops, here are five top local options — from full-day art ateliers to overnight wilderness excursions—to help parents plan a memorable summer. Whether your child is ready to mount a horse, create a graffiti mural, or unplug from tech for a forest adventure, these camps in and around Komoka have something to offer if you are still looking or want to plan ahead for the summer of 2026. KidsCo Childcare Centre – 22568 Komoka Road, Komoka | 519-472-0002
KidsCo’s Summer Camp welcomes 5 to 8 year olds to dive into themed weeks packed with crafts, games, outdoor ex- ploration, and creative play under the guidance of early childhood educators. Located in a freshly renovated school- house in Komoka, the camp blends educational structure with summer fun — think art projects, nature discovery, sports, and more.
Middlesex Centre YMCA Day Camps are open to children aged 4 to 12, of- fering themed weekly camps built on Y values of caring, honesty, respect, responsibility, and inclusiveness. Standard day camps include outdoor games, crafts, water play, nature ex- ploration, and “Big Day Fridays” full of extra-fun celebrations. Specialty
camps for ages 8 to 12 (held at the Komoka Youth Centre) in- clude Cooking Camp, Sports Camp, Art/Media Camp, and Sci- ence Camp, each running one week with expert facilitation. Camper ratios, financial assistance options, and extended care (7:30 am – 5:30 pm) support flexibility for working families. This camp is perfect for kids who love variety, active play, and making new friends in a trusted community environment. Circle R Ranch – 3017 Carriage Road, Delaware | 519‑471‑3799
With limited spots, early booking is encouraged. KidsCo also operates a Delaware day camp location at the community centre, offering a dynamic mix of activities that spark curiosity and foster friendships. Campus Play Studio – 29 Kilworth Park Drive, Komoka | 519-657-6868
Run by the same team behind KidsCo, Campus Play Studio offers full-day camps for 5 to 10 year olds, designed to stoke creativity through themed art and sensory play. Week-long summery themes include Pop Art Party, Graffiti & Street Style, Imagination Nation, Creative Chaos, Tinker Labs, Eco-Art Extravaganza, and Under the Sea Remix.
Looking for an awesome summer ex- perience for your kids? Established in 1966, Circle R Ranch is a summer camp and outdoor education center situated on 220 acres of diverse Car- olinian forest, fields, and ponds in Del - aware, Ontario. They offer programs for students from Senior Kindergarten to Grade 10. The camp maintains a 3:1 camper-to-staff ratio, providing structured daily activities from 9 am
Set in an interactive indoor art space, this camp offers hands-on projects, bold colours, and creative risk-taking in a structured yet imaginative environment. Drop-off starts early, full-day runs are standard, and fees range around $375/week. Membership passes and workshops throughout the year round out the offerings. Camp Kee-Mo-Kee – 9581 Glendon Drive, Komoka | 519-657-7288
to 4 pm. Activities include horseback riding, horsemanship, an- imal-assisted mindfulness, canoeing/rowing, swimming, farm animal interactions, archery, bushcraft, crafts, permaculture gardening, and team building. The program aims to foster lifelong friendships, self-esteem, empathy, and stewardship skills while encouraging personal development and a connection with animals, nature, and the camp community. The Leadership Day Camp, designed for students in Grades 9 and 10, emphasizes leadership development, relationship building, problem-solving, stress management, and communication skills. It is a wonderful and memorable experience for your child, no matter what age!
Tucked into the Carolinian Forest just south of Komoka, Ontario, Camp Kee- Mo-Kee is where the magic of childhood thrives. With eight rustic cabins, a large swimming pool, winding forest trails, and the glow of campfires, it’s a place where every camper can feel at home.
Each summer, Camp Kee-Mo-Kee welcomes campers ages 6 to 16 for unforgettable overnight camp experiences filled
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