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Say ‘No’ to Homesickness at Muskoka Woods Summer Camp
At Muskoka Woods, we acknowledge that guests may feel homesickness from time to time. Here are some tips to comfort kids of all ages.
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How Muskoka Woods Summer Camp Builds Essential Social Skills and Happiness
While children may be more connected than ever through technology, they are, ironically, losing their social skills. And with social distancing because of Covid and the loss of face-to-face interactions with peers, kids could be more challenged participating in social...
How Muskoka Woods Summer Camp Can Help Your Child Develop Confidence
You’re a 12-year-old girl. Your parents signed you up for a week at Muskoka Woods and you don’t know anyone. You’ve just walked into your cabin for the first time and you’re staring at all new faces as you meet your cabin mates. You’re a nine-year-old boy. Sure,...
Muskoka Woods Memories with Paul, Michael and Maddie
Summer Camp Director, Paul Cade, connects with long-time guests, Maddie and Michael about his favourite memory from camp.
Muskoka Woods and Middle School Friendships
Do you remember your middle school years? If they were anything like mine, they were full of awkwardness, anxiety and bad hair. Today, I can look back at my 12-year-old self and laugh about my fashion sense (harem pants and slouch socks anyone?), my hair (why didn’t...
5 Psychological Benefits of Sending Your Child to Overnight Summer Camps
Leaving the comforts of home and going to overnight camp is a rite of passage for many kids, tweens and teens. And not only is it a milestone to be celebrated and achieved, but the experience also fosters some great psychological benefits for your child. Here are five...
How Muskoka Woods Summer Camp Builds Essential Social Skills and Happiness
While children may be more connected than ever through technology, they are, ironically, losing their social skills. And with social distancing because of Covid and the loss of face-to-face interactions with peers, kids could be more challenged participating in social...
How Muskoka Woods Summer Camp Can Help Your Child Develop Confidence
You’re a 12-year-old girl. Your parents signed you up for a week at Muskoka Woods and you don’t know anyone. You’ve just walked into your cabin for the first time and you’re staring at all new faces as you meet your cabin mates. You’re a nine-year-old boy. Sure,...
Muskoka Woods Memories with Paul, Michael and Maddie
Summer Camp Director, Paul Cade, connects with long-time guests, Maddie and Michael about his favourite memory from camp.
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Say ‘No’ to Homesickness at Muskoka Woods Summer Camp
At Muskoka Woods, we acknowledge that guests may feel homesickness from time to time. Here are some tips to comfort kids of all ages.
Want to Write a Letter to Your Overnight Camper? Do it!
Putting pen to paper (or typing a few paragraphs in an email) can do wonders for your overactive parenting brain while reassuring your child that you are thinking of them while they are away.
5 Psychological Benefits of Sending Your Child to Overnight Summer Camps
Leaving the comforts of home and going to overnight camp is a rite of passage for many kids, tweens and teens. And not only is it a milestone to be celebrated and achieved, but the experience also fosters some great psychological benefits for your child. Here are five...
Meet Former Muskoka Woods Staff Member Emily Thompson
As a guest at Muskoka Woods, Emily Thompson couldn’t wait for the day that she would become a staff member — specifically a camp counsellor!
Muskoka Woods: Memories That Last a Lifetime
At the heart of the Muskoka Woods experience is a staff that shares a common desire to help young people realize their full potential. They are committed to making fun experiences the foundation for building new friendships and self-confidence — and creating memories...
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