Veg Eco Camp.

Program

Enjoy a unique and enriching camp experience! Our engaging nature-based activities use critical and balanced thinking to understand the connections between us, animals and the environment. Yoga and meditation-mindfulness are introduced as fun physical and mental exercises to lead healthy, fulfilling, and conscientious lives. This camp is for youth in between ages 9 to 17. Camp is limited to 80 campers to ensure an intimate and inclusive environment so be sure sign up as soon as you can! Vegetarian Eco Camp is run by Towards Ahimsa, as well is non-denominational and welcoming all faiths and cultures.

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The camp program fosters a greater understanding and appreciation of the connections between the Earth, animals, and humans. The program is designed by educators and Ontario Certified Teachers. The program is divided into three sections, Peace In, Peace Out, and Outdoor Education.

Activities

Veg Camp has a whole host of activities, including Arts & Crafts, Campfires, Eco Workshops, Games, Hiking, Leadership Programs, Interactive Classes, Swimming, Yoga, and more!

Location

Veg Eco Camp is held at YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre in Schomberg, Ontario just 40 minutes north of Toronto! Camp runs from July 2-8, 2023.

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The Centre is on 263 acres of the Oak Ridges Moraine, and boasts many hiking trails, swimming pools, a super maze, new high ropes and low rope challenges, open playing fields, an organic farm, arts cabin, archery, and more.  Further, campers will enjoy the fun indoor games lounge, comfortable teaching spaces, and dining hall with an awesome view!

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Campers will be sleeping in groups of 4, in bedrooms with a private bathroom and shower. The bedrooms are located within a large lodge. Male and female campers will use separate wings of the lodge. Campers sleep on comfortable bunk beds. Waterproof mattresses are provided, campers need to bring their own bedding and pillows.