Keewaydin Camp
Temagami, Ontario · Show on map
Overview
Keewaydin Camp is an overnight summer camp in Temagami, Ontario.
Programs listed for this camp: academic, leadership, outdoor and sports.
Listed ages: 10 to 18.
The camp appears as “OCA accredited” in its association’s directory.
- Type
- Overnight camp
- Programs
- Academic, leadership, Outdoor, Sports, Teens
- Ages
- Ages 10 to 18
- Campers
- Single-gender sessions
- Accreditation
- OCA accredited
- Address
- T-1147, Temagami, ON, P0H 2H0
Listed activities
- Camping / Cookouts
- Canoe Trips
- Canoeing
- Leadership Skills
- Orienteering
- Swimming (Recreational)
Google reviews of Keewaydin Camp
What reviewers say
Reviewers describe Keewaydin as a challenging wilderness canoe experience that many say left a lasting impact, with former campers and parents praising its setting, staff, and traditions. Several note that the long trips build endurance, self-reliance, and close bonds among campers, and that the camp has no internet or other distractions. One reviewer, however, felt the emphasis on tradition sometimes came at the expense of children's sense of respect, and reported that their daughters were distressed on the trip. Another reviewer had a very negative week at the camp.
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Justin L.September 2020
This is hands down one of the most impactful experiences in my life. Going to Keewaydin is absolutely magical and if you're considering sending your children I'd suggest you do it whole-heartedly. There's no internet or other distractions, and really helps kids develop into powerful human beings, both inside and out!
The administration staff are extremely helpful, so if you have any questions don't hesitate to reach out!Matt B.January 2023
My daughters attended a 3-week session several years ago at age 13. Finding their old leather tump lines in the attic recently made me laugh at the memory of picking them up from camp. The choreographed display of campers returning from their trips with all their traditional gear was inspiring, and my daughters had acquired a ruggedness I hadn't seen before. That lasted all of a few days, before their horror at what they had been put through came out.
From what I heard from them and others, and from what I observed while at the camp, the adherence to tradition, in terms of equipment, practices, and relationships, attains a cult-like level of importance that sometimes…John S.June 2023
I attended Keewaydin when I was 16 and being from Texas, Canada seemed like a far away place. That first summer as the guide’s bowman of Section C we set off. I didn’t know it then but I would return for five more summers as an assistant guide and guide for the rest of my years at Keewaydin. After paddling 800 miles that first summer, it set a standard for endurance and adventure that I have profited from and enjoyed for the rest of my life. I am 62 today and my son is headed for his summer at Keewaydin in 30 days. We have had great time working together to get ready and he is getting more excited to go as each day passes. We went down the Grand Canyon together last…
Michael V.December 2021
I attended this camp in 1986. It was challenging, but it prepared me for even tougher challenges. You really get to rely on your fellow campers and connect with nature (especially mosquitoes, black flies, deer, horse and moose flies too!!) You will appreciate sleep and food, and test your body’s endurance. I completed this camp more than 30 years ago, and it has had a profound impact on my life. Highly recommended.
Philip G.September 2018
Amazing camp. Stunning setting with a great staff and traditions. My son went for 8 summers that he, and we, will never forget.
Tyler P.February 2021
I hated this place. I stayed here for a week, I slept on a rock the ENTIRE TIME. The food was actually pretty good though... My aunt yelled at me everyday, I am still haunted by this experience
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Where Keewaydin Camp is
T-1147, Temagami, ON, P0H 2H0
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