Our goal is to introduce campers to the exciting world of canoe kayak paddling
in a fun and safe environment through our Summer Camps.
SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION STARTING MARCH 8, 2025
Full Day Camp: $ 350/week ⇒ 8:30 am – 3:30 pm ⇔⇔⇔ FULL DAY Camp REGISTRATION
Half Day Camp: $175/week ⇒ 8:30 am – 12 pm⇔⇔⇔ HALF DAY Camp REGISTRATION
Short Week: July 2 – July 4 — Full Day Camp: $210/week — Half Day Camp: $105/week
Short Week: Aug. 5 – Aug. 8: Full Day Camp: $280/week — Half Day Camp: $140/week
After camp care available on demand.
There is a one-time Summer Camp Registration fee of $25 which includes mandatory insurance provided by CanoeKayak BC, membership to the Long Lake Flatwater Training Centre Society (new boathouse project), and administrative fees. This fee is waived for NCKC Youth members.
Fun-Filled Canoe/Kayak PADDLING Camps for Kids
CanoeKids is a fun-filled Paddling Summer Camp focused on all aspects of safe paddle sports.
Campers aged 6-13 years old will be introduced to canoeing, kayaking, voyageur canoe, Sprint boats , paddleboards, dragon boat & water safety. In the event of inclement weather, activities will be restricted to land with cooperative games, crafts, ect.
All canoes, kayaks, paddles and PFDs will be supplied for use during camp hours.
Throughout the week campers will explore Nanaimo’s scenic Long Lake with qualified instructors. Along with their peers, campers will have a great time challenging their own abilities while developing self-confidence and teamwork skills. We offer both full and half day programs and keep low ratios to ensure each participant enjoys an optimal paddling summer camp experience.
TENTATIVE DAILY SCHEDULE – could change based on weather
8:30-9 – Campers arrive with parents for sign-in
9:00 – Welcome, Introductions, and Safety Discussion
9:15 – Dryland Lesson – Canoe-Kayak Topics
9:30 – Dryland Games to Warm-Up
9:45 – Lesson on water in canoes-kayaks
10:30 – Snack & Swap Stations
11:00 – Lesson on water in canoe-kayak
11:45 – Off the water – dryland activities – clean up
12:00 – Pick Up & Sign Out/ Lunch for full day campers
12:30 – 3:30pm – Repeat structure of morning itinerary
Campers are required to wear a life jacket at all times (lunch, off-water games excluded).
Prerequisites for Canoe Kayak Paddling Summer Camps
- Campers must be 6-13 years old during the camp session
- No paddling experience is required
- Summer Camp participants must demonstrate minimum swim ability, if campers cannot complete the swim assessment they will not be able to continue in the camp**
**Prior to getting in boats participants must show they have the ability to roll into the water and swim 50 metres (any stroke) and stay afloat (tread water) for 1 minute (as per the National Lifesaving Society Swim to Survive standard). Instructors will assess swimming ability on the 1st day of the program so please come ready to get in the water. Swim ability is assessed with a lifejacket or other flotation device. If your child is nervous about this process we welcome you to swim along with your child to ease the nerves.
What to bring to Paddling Camps on Long Lake
Please come prepared to be outside all day and dress appropriate for the weather
- refillable water bottle, sun screen, healthy snacks and a bagged lunch (full day),
- swim suit, long sleeved sun shirt, hat, sunglasses, sunscreen (applied at home and to reapply at snack and lunch), clothing that is quick dry (please avoid cotton when possible)
- a full change of clothing
- water sandals and a pair of runners
- a towel
If you have any questions, please email: information@nckc.ca
Canoe/Kayak Paddling Summer Camp participants will be introduced to racing boats. If you are interested in Sprint Canoe Kayak Training speak to one of the coaches about joining our racing team!
YOUTHS RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS — SPRINT CANOE/KAYAK PROGRAMS — NCKC SPECIAL DAYS