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Summer Academy
Grades 9-12
Intensives
Our Intensives are designed for campers age 13+ who want to dive into a specialist interest, develop knowledge, or complete a certification. Unlike our traditional camp programs, where afternoons are filled with elective activities, campers in our Intensives focus exclusively on their specialism all day. It's an ideal program for those ready to move beyond standard camp activities and fully immerse themselves in what they love.
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Learn and explore outdoors every day
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Immersive and active instruction
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Experiential hands-on learning
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Develop new skills and build confidence
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Develop a love for learning and the outdoors
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Culinary Arts Intensive
Intensive Program
Students will spend their days learning about the process of food production through authentic hands-on learning experiences. Students will roll up their sleeves and learn introductory knife skills, food preparation techniques, and the basics around creating and presenting new ideas for food with a focus on locally sourced food. There will be an opportunity for students to earn community service hours as an element of this program.
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Seed to Table: The Future of Food
Intensive Program
This blended program provides the opportunity to learn about food production and eco-farming through hands-on adventures on our school farm. Students plant, nurture, and harvest greens, root vegetables, and more, learning first-hand about the business of running a farm and the value of regenerative agriculture.
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Waterfront Certification Intensive
Intensive Program
This five-day intensive program will provide strong swimmers Grades 8-12 with the opportunity to work toward their Bronze Med certification and their Emergency First Aid for part of each day, and the other portion of the day will be spent working toward building other waterfront skills, including canoeing, stand-up paddleboarding, and sailing.
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Dates and Fees
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CULINARY ARTS INTENSIVE: Grade 8-12 | 1 Session: JULY 7 - July 11
Students will spend their days learning about the process of food production through authentic hands-on learning experiences. Students will roll up their sleeves and learn introductory knife skills, food preparation techniques, and the basics of creative presentation with a focus on locally sourced ingredients. Some of the food prepared will be donated to a local food bank. There will be an opportunity for students to earn community service hours as an element of this program. The overnight option is rounded out by evening programming at our beautiful waterfront campus.
Ages
Grade 8-12
Dates
July 7 - July 11
Price
$505 - Day
$1,320 - Overnight
Overnight campers arrive the day before the program start date before dinner; exact arrival time will be shared closer to the program.
Optional weekend excursions are available for an additional cost (e.g., Canada's Wonderland; 4th Line Theatre). Select excursions during registration.
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Waterfront Certification Intensive: Grade 8-12 | 1 Session: July 14 - July 18
This five-day intensive program will provide strong swimmers with the opportunity to work toward their Bronze Med certification and their Emergency First Aid during their time at camp. Mornings will be spent in the water for swimming practice and assessments, with afternoons based in the classroom learning and practicing core competencies to fulfil the certifications. Once the certifications are finished for the week, campers will have the opportunity to join in other camp activities.
Certifications in this program are not guaranteed as certain competencies must be met to achieve the varying levels of certification. Please see the Bronze Med course requirements and Emergency First Aid course requirements for further information regarding competencies that must be met to achieve either of these certifications.
Ages
Grades 8-12
Dates
July 14 - July 18
Price
$545 - Day
$1,360 - Overnight
Overnight campers arrive the day before the program start date before dinner; exact arrival time will be shared closer to the program.
Optional weekend excursions are available for an additional cost (e.g., Canada's Wonderland; 4th Line Theatre). Select excursions during registration.
Prerequisites
Campers must be competent swimmers and comfortable in open water.
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SEED TO TABLE: INTENSIVE: Grade 8 - 12 | 1 Session: JULY 21 - July 25
Students will spend their mornings on the farm at LCS’ own Northcote Campus, learning about the process of food production through authentic hands-on learning experiences. Students will roll up their sleeves and dig in the dirt, learn about the critters that help keep the soil healthy, harvest and clean vegetables, learn elements of the business of running a farm, and much more. In the afternoons, students will learn culinary skills and make meals that will be donated to local food groups using the fresh produce from Northcote farm, in addition to having the opportunity to sample some of their creations. The overnight program is rounded out by evening programming at our beautiful rural waterfront campus.
Ages
Grade 8-12
Dates
July 21 - July 25
Price
$505 - Day
$1,320 - Overnight
Overnight campers arrive the day before the program start date before dinner; exact arrival time will be shared closer to the program.
Optional weekend excursions are available for an additional cost (e.g., Canada's Wonderland; 4th Line Theatre). Select excursions during registration.Prerequisite
Campers must be entering Grade 8-12 in September, 2025.
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Engaging Experiences
The staff is so incredibly prepared. Everybody es willing to help and make this a great experience. We feel so happy and grateful to have chosen LCS. -
Learn New Skills
My kids had a unforgettable experience in LCS and the summer program is unique. They became mature, independent and happy. They love the school so much. -
One-of-a-Kind
My son loved getting to experience the activities and try new things. He also had wonderful things to say about the camp staff so keep up the great work!!
Summer Academy and Programs Information
LCS Summer Academy and Programs Admissions Kalla-Richards Finnie
Phone: 705.652.3324 ext. 345
Email: summeracademy@lcs.on.ca
Director of LCS Summer Academy Anna Richardson
Phone: 705.652.3324 ext. 379
Email: arichardson@lcs.on.ca
Emergency Phone: 705.761.5217
If an emergency arises and you require immediate contact with your camper, we kindly request that you utilize our emergency phone.
4391 County Road 29, Lakefield Ontario K0L 2H0
Phone: 705.652.3324 ext. 345
Email: summeracademy@lcs.on.ca
Director of LCS Summer Academy Anna Richardson
Phone: 705.652.3324 ext. 379
Email: arichardson@lcs.on.ca
Emergency Phone: 705.761.5217
If an emergency arises and you require immediate contact with your camper, we kindly request that you utilize our emergency phone.
4391 County Road 29, Lakefield Ontario K0L 2H0
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Lakefield College School Summer Academy and Programs provide enrichment camps and credit courses for campers ages 4-18, located in Lakefield, Ontario, Canada.
We respectfully acknowledge that Lakefield College School is located on the Treaty 20 Michi Saagiig territory and in the traditional territory of the Michi Saagiig and Chippewa Nations, collectively known as the Williams Treaties First Nations, which include: Curve Lake, Hiawatha, Alderville, Scugog Island, Rama, Beausoleil, and Georgina Island First Nations. Lakefield College School respectfully acknowledges that the Williams Treaties First Nations are the stewards and caretakers of these lands and waters in perpetuity and that they continue to maintain this responsibility to ensure their health and integrity for generations to come.