by Jamie Hunter | Apr 14, 2022 | Featured, Parenting, Summer Camp, Uncategorized
Being a parent is complicated. We send our kids away to summer camp to not only have fun but to work on their self-confidence and independence. A week (or more) away from home with kids their own age does a world of good for their development. But at the same time, we...
by Jamie Hunter | Sep 13, 2021 | Featured, Summer Camp
As the old saying goes: time flies when you’re having fun. Just ask anyone who has ever attended summer camp at Muskoka Woods. Six days spent on the shore of Lake Rosseau can whizz by in what feels like six minutes, and when it’s all over, the wait for the following...
by Rachel Naud | Jul 23, 2021 | Featured, Parenting, Summer Camp, Tips & Advice
Being away from home for the first time can be a scary milestone for some kids. Being in a new place, surrounded by new people and participating in activities that they may have never tried before can be daunting. At Muskoka Woods, we acknowledge that some of our...
by Jamie Hunter | Jun 2, 2021 | Confidence, Featured, Summer Camp, Youth Development
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...
by Jamie Hunter | Apr 20, 2021 | Confidence, Summer Camp, Youth Development
When it comes to speed skating, the last couple of years have been nothing short of amazing for Ezekiel Liu. In February 2019, Ezekiel participated in the Special Olympics Provincial Winter Games. He won four medals in total: two gold and two silver. Twelve months...
by Jamie Hunter | Apr 7, 2021 | Featured, Summer Camp, Tips & Advice
Peanuts, eggs and shellfish may seem harmless when they are on a plate, but to more than five per cent of the population who suffer from food allergies they can be deadly. Food allergies, especially when severe, can cause anaphylaxis. Symptoms can include a rash,...
