2021 CAMP TAPAWINGO: Closure Update

YWCA Toronto’s Camp Tapawingo will remain closed to youth campers in 2021. We are in the process of re-designing camp to ensure greater alignment with YWCA Toronto’s new Strategic Plan that underscores the importance of poverty reduction and racial inclusion. We remain committed to empowering youth with a positive and inclusive camp experience for all.
Our aim is to launch an updated camp program when it is fully safe to do so, hopefully in 2022.

Summer Camp

With space for up to 120 campers, Camp Tapawingo offers an exciting program of arts, crafts, land and water activities in a relaxed, girls-only environment where each camper builds confidence and a sense of achievement. We have experienced, well-trained counsellors to lend a hand and an understanding ear to campers joining us for 1, 2 or 3-week camp sessions for girls 6-15 years of age.

We have a 4-week Leadership Training Program for 16 year old campers (CIT), as well as leadership development for 15 year old campers. We also offer subsidies for eligible campers and counsellors-in-training, and day camp for Parry Sound residents and cottagers.

Click on the videos below to hear our Intermediate and Senior Camper songs:

Land-based Activities
Archery Archery is a real favorite and allows campers of all ages to meet the challenge. Whether it is shooting at a target shooting for prizes, or playing games like bingo, it is always fun!

Low Ropes Course A series of individual and group activities from Whale Watch, Foot Loops and some long time favorites like Tension Traverse or Spiders web. The course is used for activities as well as counsellors building a cabin group.

Climbing Our 40 foot climbing wall is there to challenge campers to reach for the top! Our specialty trained staff are there to guide girls encourage them to to enhance group cooperation, self-esteem, and confidence, and to have FUN! Specially trained program facilitators lead campers in activities that serve as stepping stones to improving communication, problem solving skills and community development.

Fitness The fitness activities are designed to encourage girls to have fun while developing the habit of being active .Activities vary from day to day and include yoga, Zumba, stability ball classes and a range of other activities such as jog and swim

Mountain Biking Top of the line Trek mountain bikes are available for those who want to develop their skills, have a good work out or participate in trips along the Seguin Recreational trail

Outdoor Pursuits Outdoor pursuits allow our girls to feel comfortable in an outdoor setting by learning to build a fire or a shelter or being involved in a variety of nature related activities such as the turtle pond. Our participation in the Bondar Challenge helps girls develop a respect for the wilderness while developing skills in photography. Girls can submit their pictures to the Bondar Foundation for judging in this annual challenge.

The Arts 

A full range of dance styles is represented (Jazz, hip hop, and lyrical) and girls may choose to take classes just for fun or to take permanent classes that lead to a performance in the dance and drama show at the end of each 3-week session.

Drama Activities are also offered and many campers decide to perform in the show.

Guitar Offered as an activity. Guitars are also available for campers to borrow and take back to their cabins for practice.

Arts and Crafts An important part of our program and offers a variety of projects based on the interests of the girls. Crafts range from old favorites such as tie dye, bracelet making, paper mache, painting, sketching and for girls 12 and older paddle making.