Valens

Valens Conservation Area

1691 Waterloo Regional Road 97
Cambridge, ON

Valens is a nature lover’s paradise. This wonderful conservation area is tucked away near Flamborough, far from the noise and bustle of the city. With plenty of opportunities to hike, canoe or swim in the lake, campers have new experiences and build memories that last a lifetime. The unique manmade
lake features a serene natural environment, with sandy beach, boardwalk trail system and surrounding forest. From enjoying a campfire to getting muddy in the forest, Valens is the best place to be!

Camps at Valens Conservation Area are perfect for children and youth who:

love exploring and learning about the natural environment
want to participate in traditional camp experiences like: canoeing, swimming, hiking and campfire cooking
want to have fun and make new friends

Outdoor Pursuits

6 - 10 yrs
$198/week

Campers will have the opportunity to engage in outdoor activities while acquiring new skills and building self-confidence
in the natural world. This program will include activities such as nature exploration, hiking, camp skills, campfire cooking, archery, canoeing, and recreational swimming in the lake. Other activities may include group games and sports, natural arts, and theme days.

Outdoor Pursuits Sr.

11 - 14 yrs
$298/2 weeks

Campers will have the opportunity to engage in outdoor activities, while acquiring new skills and building self-confidence in the natural world. This outdoor nature-based program is specifically designed for older campers and includes all of the great program options of Outdoor Pursuits while introducing kayaking and mountain biking. Enjoy an overnight
experience every second week! Campers have the opportunity to develop new friendships in a program where working together is highly valued.

Horseback Riding Camp

8 - 12 yrs
$595/2 weeks

Partnering with Kings Meadow Equestrian Center, campers will spend each morning learning and experiencing all elements of horseback riding in a safe, experiential way. The remainder of the day will be spent back at Valens to go for a swim in the lake, participate in group games and sports, arts and crafts and weekly theme days.

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Important Notice for July 3, 2017

Both Public and Catholic School Boards are observing July 3, 2017 as a statutory holiday, therefore we do not have access to schools. See below for our special accommodations:

Before & After Camp Care for July 3, 2017
Children registered in Before & After Camp Care in all school locations will be relocated to Bronte Creek Provincial Park
You may drop off, or pick up your child from Bronte Creek directly