Articles and stories about overnight sleep away camp in Muskoka, Ontario
Maintaining Summer Camp Friendships Throughout the Year
Making friends at summer camp is easy — it’s maintaining those friendships throughout the year that can be a challenge. Here are a few ways that children can keep connected to their friends well after the fun of summer camp ends.
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The benefits of not being afraid of being critical with Bob Fukomoto
Bob Fukomoto and his wife have been a big part of Muskoka Woods for many years. He and his family have influenced the camp and they have been influenced by it as well. Today he discusses how his journey has taught him not to fear criticism. [advanced_iframe...
Why Working at Muskoka Woods Looks Great on a College Resume
You might think camp is just about fun and games (which it is) but the experience can also give guests a leg up on future employment. Even if you didn’t work at a camp, but maybe spent a week or two there over the summer, it says something about your personality and...
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 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,...
Meet a Muskoka Woods Staff Member: Max Lippa
Max Lippa was the Venture Section Head for summer 2020 at Muskoka Woods. He is currently in the last semester of a biodiversity and conservation biology degree at the University of Toronto, and also serves as a youth leader at The Meeting House in Toronto. Max plans...
The benefits of not being afraid of being critical with Bob Fukomoto
Bob Fukomoto and his wife have been a big part of Muskoka Woods for many years. He and his family have influenced the camp and they have been influenced by it as well. Today he discusses how his journey has taught him not to fear criticism. [advanced_iframe...
Why Working at Muskoka Woods Looks Great on a College Resume
You might think camp is just about fun and games (which it is) but the experience can also give guests a leg up on future employment. Even if you didn’t work at a camp, but maybe spent a week or two there over the summer, it says something about your personality and...
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...
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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.
Tips For Sending Kids With Food Allergies to Overnight Summer Camp
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,...
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,...
Why we have trouble admitting we need help with Marianne Deeks
We live in a culture of perfection and there is a pressure to present ourselves as always in control. Muskoka Woods alumnus, Marianne Deeks, speaks with John about how...
Meet Former Muskoka Woods Staff Member Alexia Cain
Alexia Cain participated in the making of Limited Edition: Muskoka Woods in your Home during summer 2020 at Muskoka Woods. She attended Muskoka woods as a guest for five summers, one of them as a part of the CEO Leadership Program. For as long as Alexia can remember,...
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