Programmes et activités | Camp Tekakwitha

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Our programs

Designed to encourage self-improvement and build confidence, our programs offer campers challenges adapted to their age group, evolving in harmony with their personal, social and spiritual development.

Our programs gradually introduce campers to trekking, an iconic activity of the Camp since 1972.

12 & 13 years old

14-16 years old

17 years old

8 to 11 years old

Campers

NEW 2025!

11 year old campers now have the option of a one-month or two-week stay.

Stay for two weeks or one month

Introduction to the camp experience:

varied daily activities
short expeditions

12 and 13 years old

Campers

One-month stay to develop a sense of belonging and team spirit:

Introduction to trekking
special group activities

14 to 16 years old

Pioneers

One-month stay specializing in long-treks

promoting growth and introspection :

group life
activities suitable for teenagers

17 years old

Apprentices

One-month stay focused on immersive training:

leadership development
learning through lived experience

Typical daily schedule

7:30 a.m.

Wake up

7:40 a.m.

Polar bears

8:30 a.m.

Breakfast

9:30 a.m.

Cabin inspection

9:50 a.m.

Group activity by cabin

10:50 a.m.

Lake

11:40 a.m.

Gathering

12 p.m.

Break

12:15 p.m.

Lunch

1 p.m.

Quiet time

1:50 p.m.

Activity of your choice

3 p.m.

Lake

4 p.m.

Canteen

4:30 p.m.

Group activity by cabin

5:40 p.m.

Pause

6:15 p.m.

Supper

7 p.m.

Gathering

7:15 p.m.

Activity of your choice

8:30 p.m.

Back to the cabin

8:50 p.m.

Bedtime

At Camp Tekakwitha, each day is carefully structured with a busy schedule, combining learning and fun. Campers benefit from periods of free play and activities of their choice that allow them to develop their autonomy in a safe environment, supervised by at least two staff members, thus guaranteeing a ratio of 1 to 6. This daily routine promotes a dynamic community life, where mutual assistance and communication are essential. In addition, pioneers and apprentices have an additional period at 8:30 p.m. offering them a quiet moment of exchange around the much-appreciated fire.

Daily activities

In the water

Bathing
Paddle board
Kayak
Sailing
Fishing
Aquatic slide

On the ground

Archery
Lead shooting
Natural sciences
Soccer
Basketball
Volleyball

In the air

Rock climbing
Swinging rope
Zip line

With art

Arts & craft
Pottery
Improvisation
Bonfire songs
Dance

At Camp Tekakwitha, youth have the chance to experience a variety of exciting activities, both sporting and creative. In a group and outdoors, they will have the opportunity to try new things and create unforgettable memories!

Expeditions

Introduction to expeditions

1 to 2 nights of camping
In the vicinity of the camp

Introduction to trekking

2 or 3 nights of camping
On the Appalachian Trail (NH)

Long

treks

7 to 16 nights
On the Appalachian Trail (ME)

Expedition

Leader

3 nights of camping
On the Appalachian Trail
Training

Expeditions are our specialty at Camp Tekakwitha. We offer progression adapted in distance and duration according to the age of the campers, allowing them to surpass themselves. We also teach the principles of " Leave No Trace " to promote a respectful relationship with nature and ensure rigorous material, physical and mental preparation to ensure the safety of all. Today more than ever, young people need the outdoors to restore their need for introspection.