Accommodations
At Onondaga Camp, campers enjoy comfortable, rustic lodging set in peaceful woodlands or by the lake.
Cabins: Younger campers stay in spacious wooden cabins that sleep 8–10, with two staff in a separate adjoining room. Each cabin is modernized with sinks and flush toilets.
Tent Line: Campers 12+ sleep in large, weatherproof canvas tents on wooden platforms along our scenic tent line. Tents accommodate 6 campers, with nearby centralized washrooms and private showers.
Daily Life: Our days are packed with fun, learning, and adventure from wake-up to lights out. Activities: Campers explore a variety of exciting activities designed to keep everyone engaged.
Evening Events: Nights are full of imaginative experiences—anything from “Monopoly Night” across camp to “Mission Impossible” challenges. Each event encourages creativity, teamwork, and lots of laughter.
Food
Good food fuels great adventures at Onondaga Camp.
Our kitchen staff bake fresh bread daily—and that’s just for starters!
Campers enjoy three hearty, kid-approved meals every day, plus a bedtime snack and fresh fruit available all day.
All meals are served family-style with your cabin or tent group. Menus follow Canada’s Food Guide and include multiple food bars to ensure everyone finds something they love.
Meals are full of choice and variety. Breakfast features camp favourites like pancakes, eggs, bacon, and French toast—plus yogurt, cereal, oatmeal and homemade granola. Sundays are extra special with fresh chocolate croissants!
At lunch and dinner, campers choose from rotating hot meals, a daily homemade soup, fresh bread, and a generous salad bar. Plain options are always available.
A few times a week, the Tuck Shop adds extra fun with treats like pop, chips, and chocolate.
This summer, we welcome back Michel and Lucia Ouellet-Poucel of We Cater Inc.—experienced camp chefs since 1998. Their homemade breads, granola, and desserts, combined with a cheerful staff, make every meal memorable!
Daily Schedule
At Onondaga Camp, every day is full of activities to keep campers active and engaged from morning to night.
Evenings bring exciting themed events—section or all-camp—like life-sized Capture the Flag, Mission Impossible challenges, and other adventures limited only by our imagination.
Fun and creativity never stop at Onondaga Camp!
7:45 Wake up
8:00 Breakfast
8:45 Cabin clean up / inspection
9:15 Period 1
10:30 Period 2
11:35 Period 3
12:30 Free time
12:45 Lunch
1:30 Rest hour
2:40 Period 4
3:45 Period 5
4:40 Free time
6:00 Dinner
7:00 Evening Program
9:00 Lights out (by age)
Daily Schedule
At Onondaga Camp, every day is full of activities to keep campers active and engaged from morning to night.
Evenings bring exciting themed events—section or all-camp—like life-sized Capture the Flag, Mission Impossible challenges, and other adventures limited only by our imagination.
Fun and creativity never stop at Onondaga Camp!
7:45 Wake up
8:00 Breakfast
8:45 Cabin clean up / inspection
9:15 Period 1
10:30 Period 2
11:35 Period 3
12:30 Free time
12:45 Lunch
1:30 Rest hour
2:40 Period 4
3:45 Period 5
4:40 Free time
6:00 Dinner
7:00 Evening Program
9:00 Lights out (by age)
Health and Safety
The health, safety, and well-being of our campers and staff come first—always.
Our on-site health centre handles daily care, medications, and any injuries or illnesses. For emergencies, Haliburton Highlands Health Services is a short distance away.
From handwashing to sun protection and hydration, healthy habits are part of daily life at camp. Safety is built into every activity, supported by clear rules, a high staff-to-camper ratio, and thorough staff training.
We also prioritize emotional well-being, creating a warm, supportive environment where every child feels cared for, included, and confident to enjoy all that Onondaga Camp offers.
Medical Care: Our on-site infirmary is staffed by a doctor and five nurses, with Minden Hospital just five minutes away.
Daily Wellness: We emphasize healthy habits like handwashing and sun protection, alongside strict safety rules for all activities.
Emotional Support: Staff foster a caring, supportive environment where every camper can thrive, feel safe, and enjoy the best of camp life.
Check-Ins: We support each camper’s emotional well-being with daily check-ins that encourage open communication and build trust with staff. In addition, staff conduct regular one-on-one check-ins to ensure every camper feels heard and to proactively support a positive camp experience.
On-Site Health Centre
Camp Life
Accommodations
At Onondaga Camp, campers enjoy comfortable, rustic lodging set in peaceful woodlands or by the lake
Cabins: Younger campers stay in spacious wooden cabins that sleep 8–10, with two staff in a separate adjoining room. Each cabin is modernized with sinks and flush toilets.
Tent Line: Campers 12+ sleep in large, weatherproof canvas tents on wooden platforms along our scenic tent line. Tents accommodate 6 campers, with nearby centralized washrooms and private showers.
Daily Life
Our days are packed with fun, learning, and adventure from wake-up to lights out.
Activities: Campers explore a variety of exciting activities designed to keep everyone engaged.
Evening Events: Nights are full of imaginative experiences—anything from “Monopoly Night” across camp to “Mission Impossible” challenges. Each event encourages creativity, teamwork, and lots of laughter.
Food
Good food fuels great adventures at Onondaga Camp.
All meals are served family-style with your cabin or tent group. Menus follow Canada’s Food Guide and include multiple food bars to ensure everyone finds something they love—think yogurt and fruit at breakfast, fresh soups at lunch, and a wide range of dinner options. Snacks and fruit are available throughout the day.
This summer, we welcome back Michel and Lucia Ouellet-Poucel of We Cater Inc.—experienced camp chefs since 1998. Their homemade breads, granola, and desserts, combined with a cheerful staff, make every meal memorable.
Health & Safety
Camper safety is our top priority.
Medical Care: Our on-site infirmary is staffed by a doctor and five nurses, with Minden Hospital just five minutes away.
Daily Wellness: We emphasize healthy habits like handwashing and sun protection, alongside strict safety rules for all activities.
Emotional Support: Staff foster a caring, supportive environment where every camper can thrive, feel safe, and enjoy the best of camp life.
Check-Ins: We support each camper’s emotional well-being with daily check-ins that encourage open communication and build trust with staff. In addition, staff conduct regular one-on-one check-ins to ensure every camper feels heard and to proactively support a positive camp experience.
Staff
At Onondaga Camp, our staff are at the heart of everything we do. We know that campers often remember the kindness, support, and encouragement of their counselors above all else. That’s why our training emphasizes listening, supporting, and inspiring—so every camper feels confident to try new things and celebrated for their efforts.
We carefully select staff for their maturity, sound judgment, and dedication to being strong role models, with a focus on building positive, caring relationships with campers.
Our rigorous two-year Leadership-In-Training (LIT) program gives 16- and 17-year-old former campers both the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to grow into exceptional leaders and counselors. Ninety per cent of our counsellors grew up at Onondaga Camp and completed the LIT program. It’s our hope your child will too!
At Onondaga Camp, great staff aren’t just a part of camp—they make the magic happen.