RKY Camp

Parham, ON

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About RKY Camp

A day at RKY — full daily schedule

7:00am Polar Bear Swim! 8:00 Flag-raising & breakfast. 8:30 Cabin clean-up. 9:30 Area Selection #1. 10:30 Area Selection #2. 11:30 Free time — swimming, boating, archery, climbing, A&C. 12:30pm Lunch. 1:30 Tuck & rest period. 2:30 Cabin Group activity — planned by you! 3:30 Interest Group activity — choose your favourite! 4:30 Free time. 5:30 Dinner & invitations. 7:00 Evening program with the whole camp! 8:45 Snack. 9:00 Flag-lowering & TAPS. 9:30 Youth Camp bedtime. 10:00 Senior Camp bedtime.

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At a glance

Address
1194 Sugarbush Lane, Parham, Ontario K0H 2K0
Camp type
Overnight camp
Setting
Traditional overnight summer camp on Eagle Lake, Eastern Ontario; 15-acre property with natural Ontario forest and waterfront; 45 minutes north of Kingston
Ages
7–16
Accreditations stated by camp
Ontario Camping Association

Activities

Waterfront

  • Swimming
  • Canoeing
  • Kayaking

Land Sports

  • Archery

Arts & Creative

  • Music

More activities

  • arts & crafts
  • boating
  • camp craft
  • climbing wall
  • land sports
  • nature hikes
  • overnight canoe trips

Clues to fit

Multi-generational alumni — lasting friendships and memories

RKY enjoys a strong reputation among its alumni and consistently ranks in the top percentile when compared to other similar camps. Many Kingston area families can point to several generations of campers, all of whom have lasting memories of their time at camp. They recall the special friendships they developed that they have maintained over the years. Others talk about the opportunity to experience new things and to challenge themselves both physically and mentally, building their self-confidence.

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Staff testimonial — RKY as a place to belong and become yourself

RKY is my home, it's a place where I not only feel like I belong but I know I belong. Throughout my life I never felt like I belonged anywhere, other than camp and I know that I'm definitely not the only person who feels this way. Camp has made me a better person, this place has made me love myself and believe in myself, this is something I never thought would be possible. Camp makes everything seem possible. RKY has made me grow as a person and taught me how to be crazy and how to come out of my shell.

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Traditions & shared moments

Facilities — 16 cabins on 15-acre Eagle Lake property

RKY has 16 camper cabins spread throughout our 15-acre property full of natural Ontario forest and plenty of waterfront space looking out to Eagle Lake. Our cabins are rustic and reflect the spirit of a traditional summer camp. Most cabins have been replaced in the last 10 years.

Explore on the camp’s websiteFacilities — 16 cabins on 15-acre Eagle Lake property

Independence, growth & leadership

RKY founding and mission — values-based camp for all backgrounds

RKY Camp is an independent charitable organization originally founded by the Rotary Club, Kiwanis Club, and the YMCA/YWCA of Kingston. We strive to provide value-based summer camping and outdoor education programs to participants from all backgrounds; encouraging them to challenge themselves, practice teamwork, and grow in mind, body and spirit.

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2027 sessions & tuition

Leadership Development 1, age 15, Session 1

2027-07-04 – 2027-07-16

2 weeks · $2,400

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $2,712.00 after HST.

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Leadership Development 1, age 15, Session 2

2027-07-18 – 2027-07-30

2 weeks · $2,400

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $2,712.00 after HST.

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Leadership Development 1, age 15, Session 3

2027-08-08 – 2027-08-20

2 weeks · $2,400

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $2,712.00 after HST.

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Leadership Development 1, age 15, Session 4

2027-08-22 – 2027-09-03

2 weeks · $2,400

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $2,712.00 after HST. Includes The Games experience.

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Leadership Development 2, age 16, August session (4 weeks)

2027-08-08 – 2027-09-03

4 weeks · $2,445

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $2,762.85 after HST.

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Leadership Development 2, age 16, July session (4 weeks)

2027-07-04 – 2027-07-30

4 weeks · $2,445

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $2,762.85 after HST.

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One-week youth camp, ages 7–11, Session 1A

2027-07-04 – 2027-07-09

1 weeks · $1,140

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $1,288.20 after HST.

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One-week youth camp, ages 7–11, Session 1B

2027-07-11 – 2027-07-16

1 weeks · $1,140

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $1,288.20 after HST.

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One-week youth camp, ages 7–11, Session 2A

2027-07-18 – 2027-07-23

1 weeks · $1,140

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $1,288.20 after HST.

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One-week youth camp, ages 7–11, Session 2B

2027-07-25 – 2027-07-30

1 weeks · $1,140

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $1,288.20 after HST.

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One-week youth camp, ages 7–11, Session 3A

2027-08-08 – 2027-08-13

1 weeks · $1,140

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $1,288.20 after HST.

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One-week youth camp, ages 7–11, Session 3B

2027-08-15 – 2027-08-20

1 weeks · $1,140

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $1,288.20 after HST.

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One-week youth camp, ages 7–11, Session 4A

2027-08-22 – 2027-08-27

1 weeks · $1,140

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $1,288.20 after HST.

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RKY Camp Games full session, ages 9–11, Aug 29–Sep 3

2027-08-29 – 2027-09-03

1 weeks · $4,155

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $4,695.15 after HST. Listed separately in the rates table as 'RKY Camp Games'; relationship to 4B one-week rate requires operator clarification.

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RKY Camp Games one-week session, ages 9–11

2027-08-29 – 2027-09-03

1 weeks · $1,140

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $1,288.20 after HST. High-energy session of Lumbermen vs Voyageurs camp-wide competition. Does not include overnight out-trip.

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Two-week senior camp, ages 13–14, Session 1

2027-07-04 – 2027-07-16

2 weeks · $2,255

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $2,548.15 after HST.

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Two-week senior camp, ages 13–14, Session 2

2027-07-18 – 2027-07-30

2 weeks · $2,255

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $2,548.15 after HST.

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Two-week senior camp, ages 13–14, Session 3

2027-08-08 – 2027-08-20

2 weeks · $2,255

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $2,548.15 after HST.

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Two-week senior camp, ages 13–14, Session 4

2027-08-22 – 2027-09-03

2 weeks · $2,255

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $2,548.15 after HST. Includes The Games experience.

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Two-week youth camp, ages 8–12, Session 1

2027-07-04 – 2027-07-16

2 weeks · $2,255

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $2,548.15 after HST.

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Two-week youth camp, ages 8–12, Session 2

2027-07-18 – 2027-07-30

2 weeks · $2,255

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $2,548.15 after HST.

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Two-week youth camp, ages 8–12, Session 3

2027-08-08 – 2027-08-20

2 weeks · $2,255

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $2,548.15 after HST.

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Two-week youth camp, ages 8–12, Session 4

2027-08-22 – 2027-09-03

2 weeks · $2,255

Overnight camp

Ages as of December 31, 2027. Price before 13% HST; $2,548.15 after HST. Includes The Games experience.

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Programs & camp life

Activities — 8 program areas with camper choice

RKY Camp has 8 Program Spaces known as 'Areas'. All two-week campers get to select 2 areas to explore in-depth during our morning programming. Our one-week campers get to try a little of everything at camp. During 'Free Choice Time' these areas are open to all campers to come and enjoy as they please.

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Food — healthy meals, dietary needs accommodated at no extra cost

RKY Camp is known for our food! Rhonda is always cooking up something good in the kitchen. Campers look forward to 3 round, healthy meals to fuel their adventures at RKY. We are able to accommodate almost any food allergies or dietary needs at no extra cost with enough notice!

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For parents & families

Health on-site — volunteer doctor or nurse each session

In case of illness or injury, a volunteer doctor, nurse or wellness coordinator resides on-site each session. If any kind of follow-up is necessary, parents will be contacted immediately.

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Safety standards — YMCA and Ontario Camping Association accreditation

As a YMCA-affiliated camp and accredited member of the Ontario Camping Association, RKY Camp meets or exceeds the stringent safety standards set by both organizations. Our staff are trained to ensure a safe and positive experience for everyone. Whether campers are on the waterfront or on the climbing wall, campers are supervised by staff, 24 hours a day.

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Staff ratio — 5:1 camper-to-counsellor and 24-hour supervision

RKY Camp strives to achieve a 5:1 camper-to-counsellor ratio in our summer camp programming, as well as a strong commitment to 24-hour supervision.

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