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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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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
https://youtu.be/POwqi9C7T4w 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...
Where Do I Start? The First-Time Overnight Summer Camper: A Physical and Emotional Guide
Sending your child on his or her first overnight camp experience can be an emotional roller-coaster. While deep down you know your child will have the time of his or her life, anxiety can be felt on both sides. For your child, this could be the first time away from...
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
https://youtu.be/POwqi9C7T4w 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...
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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...
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...
Summer Camp Sun Safety Tips
One of the benefits to camp is that guests get fresh air all day. Instead of being home watching TV or playing video games, guests at Muskoka Woods are swimming, water skiing, playing beach volleyball and connecting with nature. And, while this means they are getting...
Meet Ezekiel Liu: Special Olympics Team Ontario Speed Skater
When it comes to speed skating, the last couple of years have been nothing short of amazing for Muskoka Woods guest Ezekiel Liu.
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