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Please Read this Important Information for Summer 2026

Registration Opens in FEBRUARY.

Many camps sell out within minutes. Due to demand, we can not guarantee a space in camp, even those placed in your “Cart”.

Links for Priority Registration are provided to subscribers of our Newsletter first. Make sure you’re a Subscriber and that the Newsletter is not going to your Spam Folder.

Public Registration opens 24 hours after Priority Registration.

Please review our Cancellation Policy before Registration!

By registering your child for our camps, you acknowledge that you have read our Terms & Conditions, & Cancellation Policy, and that you will respect these policies. For questions, see our FAQ Page.

Please note the location and age associated with each program. Baxter Field Trips are held off-site at various locations.


Age

Campers should be the age listed at the start of camp. Exceptions are made for those with birthdays in July, August & September. Instructors base the age range on what types of activities their camp offers.

Times

Drop Off: 9:00 AM for all camps.

Pick Up: 3:00 PM - Children must be picked up by 3:00 PM with the exception of Miss T’s Camps.

NEW for 2026 - Extended Camp Pilot Project: Miss T’s Summer Camps will run until 5:00 PM

All camps run Mon - Fri. with the exception of the weeks of Aug 4th, which start on Tuesday due to the holidays.

You must text the number provided in your welcome email if you are running late for Drop Off or Pick Up.

Cost

$205 - $308 per child.

Preparation

Please have your child(ren) bring a packed lunch, at least two healthy snacks for snack times, & a water bottle. They should wear comfortable clothes that can get dirty. We suggest packing a change of clothes. For Circus Camp, campers should wear tights, not shorts. If your child has long hair, please bring a hair tie. Hair must be tied back for Circus Camp.

PLEASE LABEL EVERYTHING!!

Items from all camps will be at Baxter for pick up. Items not collected by the Bloomfield Night Time Parade will be donated.


Financial Assistance

We believe every child deserves access to arts programming. Financial assistance is available for families in need. Learn more about our Send a Kiddo to Camp program.

Questions?

Contact us for more information about our summer camps.

2026 Baxter Kids Camps

Art Esteem

Awake your inner creator!

with Sharon Hart

Join Sharon Hart for a wide range of activities, including crafting, painting, game creation, & so much more! Each week will focus on boosting your child's curiosity & sense of self, while exploring different media. Featuring special art projects that will encourage your child to explore construction and engage with various artistic media that they can recreate at home!

Sessions

July 6 - 10
Ages 5+ @ Baxter Arts Centre, Bloomfield Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
August 17 - 21
Ages 5+ @ Baxter Arts Centre, Bloomfield Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

In My Art Era (Angela's Version)

Can't Stop, Won't Stop Creating.

with Angela Jane Lavender

We'll be creating a variety of artworks to celebrate our favourite pop star and the 3 hour long concert she performed over the last year and a half! We will make friendship bracelets, body glitter, and many, many, works of art to honour and celebrate Travis Kelce's very famous fiancé!

Sessions

July 13 - 17
Ages 8+ @ Baxter Arts Centre, Bloomfield Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Mixed Media Magic

Add a lil sparkle to your summer!

with Angela Jane Lavender

Explore a variety of materials and techniques to create layered, textured works of art! Indulge in themes of magic and moonlight, shimmery paints, sparkly gems and everything whimsical!

Sessions

Aug 4 - 7
Ages 8+ @ Baxter Arts Centre, Bloomfield Tuesday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Short week due to holiday.

Artful Adventures

A Fun, Hands-On Week of Mindful Printmaking, Mixed-Media Collage, and Bookbinding.

with Lucy Sterezylo

Dive into creative journaling using recycled materials, found objects, and mixed-media techniques. Campers will explore printmaking, paper sewing, weaving, and mixed-media collage to design their own unique journals. Each day, kids will take neighbourhood walks to collect interesting objects, like leaves, pebbles, or flowers, which they'll incorporate into their journals. They'll learn basic bookbinding techniques and create custom pages and collaged covers, ending the week with a personalized, artistic keepsake. Perfect for kids who love to create, explore new art forms, and make something truly their own.

Camp Highlights:
  • Creative, hands-on projects using found objects and mixed-media techniques
  • Short walks to gather materials from the local neighbourhood
  • Exploration of printmaking, paper manipulation, and bookbinding
  • A supportive environment that encourages self-expression and creativity

Sessions

July 20 - 24
Ages 5+ @ Macaulay Heritage Park, Picton Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
July 27 - 31
Ages 5+ @ Macaulay Heritage Park, Picton Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Campers are welcome to bring personal items like photos or small treasures.

Dungeons & Dragons

Explore a land of adventure and embark upon epic quests.

with Jeremy Smith

Suitable for new and seasoned players of the game, Dungeons and Dragons Summer Camps are the perfect experience for creative, imaginative and adventurous kids. Dungeons and Dragons is a table-top role playing game where players are the heroes of the story and work collaboratively to explore a fantasy world, solve mysteries, encounter creatures and characters, and have epic battles all within a supportive and playful environment.

Sessions

July 27 - 31
Ages 9+ @ Baxter Arts Centre, Bloomfield Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Aug 24 - 28
Ages 9+ @ Baxter Arts Centre, Bloomfield Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Children need to be confident with reading, simple math, and sitting around a table for long periods of time for focused story-building in a group setting. Limited capacity. Please pack outdoor clothing.

Little Guardians of the Land

Discover how we are all interconnected to nature & each other by observing the world around us!

with Chantal Leblanc

Join Chantal in 4 days of nature exploration. Campers will learn why nature is our sustenance, how to connect, appreciate, befriend & develop an everlasting respect for our Mother earth. Through various activities, including team building games, observation, print making, sketching, sculpting, painting, and collage, we will create, inspired by the nature around us!

Sessions

Aug 4 - 7
Ages 5+ @ Macaulay Heritage Park, Picton Tuesday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Short week due to holiday.

Jr. Circus Camp

Step right up and experience life under the big top!

with Kiki Harvey AKA Isabella Hoops & Victoria Wood aka Pyrobelle

Get ready to move, shake and giggle, it's time to run away with the Circus! At Circus Camp, participants will experience a variety of circus disciplines including balance, juggling, hula hoop, aerial arts and more; with the guidance of professional circus performers & instructors Kiki from North Fire Circus, and Pyrobelle from the Peterborough Academy of Circus Arts. At Circus Camp, your child will also develop skills in object manipulation, body awareness, stage presence, strength & flexibility; all while having a ton of fun!

Sessions

July 13 - 17
Ages 5 - 8 @ The Andrew, Picton Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

These camps have strict age ranges due to the physicality and dexterity involved in the camp. This age range is set not only for the child's safety but also to ensure they have a great summer in a program that will challenge them but not be too difficult.

Sr. Circus Camp

Step right up and experience life under the big top!

with Kiki Harvey AKA Isabella Hoops & Victoria Wood aka Pyrobelle

Get ready to move, shake and giggle, it's time to run away with the Circus! At Circus Camp, participants will experience a variety of circus disciplines including balance, juggling, hula hoop, aerial arts and more; with the guidance of professional circus performers & instructors Kiki from North Fire Circus, and Pyrobelle from the Peterborough Academy of Circus Arts. At Circus Camp, your child will also develop skills in object manipulation, body awareness, stage presence, strength & flexibility; all while having a ton of fun!

Sessions

July 20 - 24
Ages 7 - 13 @ The Andrew, Picton Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

These camps have strict age ranges due to the physicality and dexterity involved in the camp. This age range is set not only for the child's safety but also to ensure they have a great summer in a program that will challenge them but not be too difficult.

Circus Camp

Step right up and experience life under the big top!

with Kiki Harvey AKA Isabella Hoops & Victoria Wood aka Pyrobelle

Get ready to move, shake and giggle, it's time to run away with the Circus! At Circus Camp, participants will experience a variety of circus disciplines including balance, juggling, hula hoop, aerial arts and more; with the guidance of professional circus performers & instructors Kiki from North Fire Circus, and Pyrobelle from the Peterborough Academy of Circus Arts. At Circus Camp, your child will also develop skills in object manipulation, body awareness, stage presence, strength & flexibility; all while having a ton of fun!

Sessions

Aug 10 - 14
Ages 5 - 13 @ The Andrew, Picton Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

These camps have strict age ranges due to the physicality and dexterity involved in the camp. This age range is set not only for the child's safety but also to ensure they have a great summer in a program that will challenge them but not be too difficult.

Lil' Yogis Nature Camp

Enjoy daily nature hikes and play inspired by the changes in the world around us.

with Tarayn Hiddink

During Lil' Yogis Nature Camp, your kids will learn different ways to use their breath, express themselves through yoga poses, enjoy mindful relaxation time, gain confidence and strength in their bodies, develop a love for creativity and movement, and use creative expression through nature themed crafts and activities.

Camp Highlights:
  • Learn different ways to use their breath
  • Express themselves through yoga poses
  • Enjoy mindful relaxation time
  • Gain confidence and strength in their bodies
  • Develop a love for creativity and movement
  • Use creative expression through nature themed crafts and activities

Sessions

July 6 - 10
Ages 5 - 8 @ Macaulay Heritage Park, Picton Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
July 13 - 17
Ages 5 - 8 @ The Victoria Schoolhouse, Ameliasburgh Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Aug 17 - 21
Ages 5 - 8 @ Macaulay Heritage Park, Picton Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

NEW for 2026: All Lil' Yogis camps run until 5:00 PM (Extended Hours Pilot Project).

Sr. Yogis Nature Camp

Enjoy daily nature hikes and play inspired by the changes in the world around us.

with Tarayn Hiddink

During Sr. Yogis Nature Camp, your kids will learn different ways to use their breath, express themselves through yoga poses, enjoy mindful relaxation time, gain confidence and strength in their bodies, develop a love for creativity and movement, and use creative expression through nature themed crafts and activities.

Camp Highlights:
  • Learn different ways to use their breath
  • Express themselves through yoga poses
  • Enjoy mindful relaxation time
  • Gain confidence and strength in their bodies
  • Develop a love for creativity and movement
  • Use creative expression through nature themed crafts and activities

Sessions

Aug 10 - 14
Ages 8 - 13 @ Baxter Arts Centre, Bloomfield Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

NEW for 2026: All Yogis camps run until 5:00 PM (Extended Hours Pilot Project).