Camp Pringle is a United Church residential camp for children, youth and families, located on the western shores of Shawnigan Lake, a 45-minute drive north of Victoria. Our program and staff aim to model Christian values of care, acceptance, challenge, respect for diversity, and community. Our outdoor experience offers canoeing, sailing, swimming, windsurfing, archery, crafts, nature study, skits, music, faith exploration, games, and out trips as part of our program.
ONLINE REGISTRATION
Online registration is now open. Click here to register online.
Click here to download a PDF version of the 2012 brochure
New for 2012:
Tier Pricing
As we move forward with new and improved facilities, as well as facing economic realities including a signi cantly increased minimum wage, it has become clear that our traditional pricing does not reflect the actual costs of operating Camp Pringle and providing a "camper week" (the cost of having one camper at Camp Pringle for a one week session).
With our new facilities have come almost doubled insurance costs, increased utility costs, and a jump in cleaning costs. In order to address this imbalance without signi cantly increasing our prices, we have elected to implement voluntary "Tier Pricing" which allows you to decide what you are willing or able to pay for the camp experience. This new program will not a ect our always supportive bursary program, so we encourage those who nd our fees to be beyond their budget to apply for bursary support.
Here is how the Tier Pricing system works:
TIER 1 (T1)
Tier 1 (T1) represents the highly subsidized rate that we previously charged for camps. The increase in these amounts over the 2011 fees addresses a portion of the new expenses we anticipate based on the changes described above, but still falls well short of covering the actual cost of a "camper week".
TIER 2 (T2)
Tier 2 (T2) pricing reflects the actual cost for a "camper week". If all campers paid at the Tier 2 level, the camp would, at minimum, break even for the summer camp operations.
TIER 3 (T3)
Tier 3 (T3) not only covers the actual costs of a "camper week", but provides some additional funding to help the camp grow. Those who pay at the Tier 3 level will receive a $50 tax receipt since the additional amount will be considered a charitable donation.
Note: All our prices now include the HST, so you pay the price we advertise.
2012 SUMMER PROGRAMS
CIT - COUNSELOR IN TRAINING
Ages 16 & older (16 as of July 2, 2012 - no exceptions)
July 2–6, July 9–13 & choice week to Co-lead
Tier Pricing – T1:$425 T2:$500 T3:$550
Do you have what it takes to be a camp leader? Join the Counselor in Training program and explore team building, leadership and camp service.
The CIT program will prepare you for leadership at camp or in your community while you also enjoy camp life. CIT is a three week program. The rst two weeks will combine leadership training and indoor service (i.e. washing dishes!) with signi cant time spent on our Low & High Ropes courses. You will also shadow Cabin Leaders in preparation for co-leading in a cabin. During the third week, CIT participants complete the required, mentored co-leading component of the CIT course. CIT campers will receive a reference letter denoting "participation", "program completion" or "program completion with distinction". Participants who complete the course "with distinction" will be given priority consideration during the sta application process for the following summers, as well as priority consideration for co-leader positions during the current summer.
NOTE: CIT registrants are required to complete an application form and may be asked to come to an in-person interview. In order to encourage leadership training through Camp Pringle, we will give priority to applicants who have completed our Crew Program.
CREW
Ages 15 to 16 (no exceptions)
Crew 1 : July 16–20 & July 23–27
Crew 2 : July 30 – Aug 9 (11 days at camp! - see text)
Crew 3 : Aug 13–17 & Aug 20–24
Tier Pricing – T1:$375 T2:$450 T3:$500
Crew is a one-of-a-kind experience during which campers really get to know each other and bond. Crew is a challenging program that involves real work that could include projects like building sections of dock, clearing forest trails, digging drainage trenches or building benches. Crew also involves a lot of social time and amazing experiences like leading a camp re or wide-games for the younger campers.
Crews #2 and #3 will enjoy tubing in addition to their regular program, so expect those sessions to ll up fast. Crew #2 campers will stay at camp for 11 straight days, so you stay over the weekend, and you will get to have the tenting experience during our Family Camp and Parent & Child Camp. (Campers will be given access to laundry facilities on Friday, August 3 so you don't have to pack 11 days worth of clothing.) Crews #1 and #3 will have the traditional weekend break, giving campers a chance to recharge between their weeks at camp.
Crew is also the second step towards becoming a leader at camp. If you are interested in the CIT program, participating in Crew will put you ahead of other CIT applicants. Crew campers will receive a free "CREW" T-shirt with registration.
JUNIOR CO-ED CAMPS
Ages 8 to 11
Junior Coed 1 : July 2-6
Junior Coed 2 : July 23-27
Tier Pricing – T1:$365 T2:$440 T3:$490
This camp is an excellent introductory experience to camp life, and it's great for your second or third summer, too! During this camp you will experience LOTS of activities, including a bit of everything: swimming, canoeing, kayaking, archery, crafts, faith exploration, climbing wall, trust and team building activities, games, skits, camp re, and special events and activities. Make new friends, learn new camp skills, and sing all those great camp songs! This camp is an exciting, jam-packed, and energy-filled week in the outdoors.
INTERMEDIATE CO-ED CAMP
Ages 11 to 14
Intermediate Co-ed: Aug 20-24
Tier Pricing – T1:$365 T2:$440 T3:$490
Join us for our final camp of the summer. This is a very popular way to close out the summer with a great group of 11 to 14 year olds. In addition to all the great activities available at the other Coed Camps, we will take advantage of the earlier dusk and enjoy several Night Wide Games like the ever popular Mission Impossible. Build your self-esteem and teamwork on the Low Ropes Course and during our faith sessions. This camp always fills up, so register early!
BIKE CAMPS
Ages 11 to 15
Bike Camp 1: July 22-27
Bike Camp 2: Aug 12-17
Tier Pricing – T1:$350 T2:$425 T3:$475
Campers ages 11 to 15 can enjoy touring the South Cowichan Valley by bike! The trip will involve riding on both trails and roads, while camping along the way. Emphasis is on team building, overcoming challenges, learning more about yourself, Faith Exploration and of course, fun. You also get to swim in di erent locations and participate in some fun activities in Duncan. Space is limited. Join the adventure! These are 6 day camps and start a day earlier at 4:00pm on Sunday afternoon. Bike Camp participants provide their own mountain bikes and helmets. Registration includes a free "Bike Camp" T-shirt. Bike Camps are limited capacity and are very popular, so register early!
NOTE: A vehicle takes your gear from stop to stop so you don't need to pack light!
GIRL'S CAMP
Junior & Int Girls: July 16-20
Ages 8 to 11 and Ages 12 to 15
Tier Pricing – T1:$365 T2:$440 T3:$490
This is two camps in one! For all the rotation activities we will split the campers by age groups and o er di erent age-appropriate activities. This all-girls camp is a great alternative to the coed camps – with all of the great activities but without any boys. Our faith program will explore issues relevant to girls, and we will o er challenging crafts as well! Come out and enjoy such activities as low ropes, climbing wall, camp res and drama. We will get together as a whole camp for wide games, camp res, skit night and other large group activities, but might o er some of these activities in smaller age-appropriate groupings as well.
ULTIMATE ADVENTURE CAMP
July 9-13
Ages 12 to 15
Tier Pricing – T1:$400 T2:$475 T3:$525
This camp is a great experience and has everything including High Ropes! This is a very unique camp where out trips are part of the rotation activities. Here are some of the great activities you can expect: tubing, kayaking, high ropes, low ropes, climbing wall, archery, orienteering, Memory Island trip, hiking and so much more. You will also play all of the best wide games and enjoy campfires.
WATERSPORTS ADVENTURE CAMPS
Junior & Int. Watersports: Aug 13 - 17
Ages 8 to 11 and Ages 12 to 15
Tier Pricing – T1:$390 T2:$465 T3:$515
Int. Watersports: July 30 - Aug 3
Ages 12 to 15
Tier Pricing – T1:$385 T2:$465 T3:$515
The combined Junior & Intermediate Watersport Adventure Camp will feature rotation activities split for the two age groupings but we will all come together for some group activities like wide games and camp res. Some group activities may also be split into the age groups and di erent activities run to keep things exciting and challenging for both groups. The "Intermediates only" camp o ers all the fun of our traditional Watersports Adventure Camps.
Our Watersports camps also feature more water related activities than the coed camps, including Tubing! This camp will also include our great challenge activities like Low Ropes and Climbing Wall. Don't miss out! Register early as spaces are limited.
FAMILY CAMP
Aug 3 (starts at 7pm) – Aug 6 (ends at 2pm)
Tier Pricing
Ages 0-2: Free
Ages 3-6: T1:$75 T2:$100 T3:$125
Ages 7-13: T1:$125 T2:$150 T3:$175
Ages 14+: T1:$185 T2:$210 T3:$225
Inviting families of all sizes! These camps emphasize fun, relaxation and learning, with the option to take in as much or as little of the program as you like. Both Family Camp and Parent & Child Camp provide structured activities for all ages, as well as some child care for toddlers and free time for all. Evenings include family games, camp res and talent show. Join us for the weekend, the week, or both. We will continue to o er more free time at the waterfront during activity rotations. We know families will really enjoy the great new dining hall and views out over the lake, plus organize into family basketball teams on our new full size court! Our redeveloped camp makes for the perfect summer retreat, so sign your family up today!
PARENT & CHILD CAMP
Aug 6 (starts at 7pm) – Aug 9 (ends at 2pm)
Tier Pricing:
Ages 0-2: Free
Ages 3-6: T1:$55 T2:$80 T3:$105
Ages 7-13: T1:$100 T2:$125 T3:$150
Ages 14+: T1:$170 T2:$195 T3:$220
Inviting families of all sizes! These camps emphasize fun, relaxation and learning, with the option to take in as much or as little of the program as you like. Both Family Camp and Parent & Child Camp provide structured activities for all ages, as well as some child care for toddlers and free time for all. Evenings include family games, camp res and talent show. Join us for the weekend, the week, or both. We will continue to o er more free time at the waterfront during activity rotations. We know families will really enjoy the great new dining hall and views out over the lake, plus organize into family basketball teams on our new full size court! Our redeveloped camp makes for the perfect summer retreat, so sign your family up today!
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