Dovercourt March Break 2023 flyer

MARCH BREAK CAMPS
AT | MARCH 13-17, 2023
THEME CAMPS
Welcome to a world of imagination and
wonder! Theme camps bring stories and
characters to life with experienced, talented
and animated staff who are dedicated to
providing a week of fun and adventure for
all. Weekly themes are further enhanced
with games, crafts, special events, visits
from extraordinary guests and out-trips to
exciting locations. Most days also include a
swim time in the indoor pool. Many theme
camp activities take place at off-site
locations near Dovercourt, including local
schools and parks, but each day starts and
ends at Dovercourt.
*Kindergarten age groups (4-5yr olds)
remain on-site at Dovercourt.
YOUTH ZONE CAMPS
Youth Zone programs are designed
specifically with the need of 10-12yr olds in
mind. Many have outgrown
traditional day camps, but still want the
excitement and fun that only camp
provides. With close attention paid to
what our more experienced campers want
the most, these programs are designed to
ensure a full week of activity
with a focus on creating friendships and
trying new things together. Many camp
activities take place at off-site
locations including day-trips, but drop off
and pick up is always at Dovercourt.
SPECIALTY CAMPS
Specialty camps offer campers the opportunity
to try something new and develop their
talents in a fun and friendly environment. At
least half the day is spent on the specialty
and the rest of the day is balanced with
other creative camp activities including
outdoor play, crafts and swimming. Many
camp activities take place at off-site
locations near Dovercourt, but drop off and
pick up is always at Dovercourt.
INCLUSION &
ACCESSIBILITY
The belief that each and every child has an
equal right to a happy camp experience is at
the heart of our programming. To bring this
belief into practice, we rely strongly on the
partnership of parents. Please take the time
to make us aware of any medical,
behavioural, or cognitive differences
(diagnosed or undiagnosed) your child may
have at the time of registration. This might
include social anxieties, communication
barriers, the tendency to run or wander
away from the group, or simply requiring
additional “body breaks” or a little bit of
extra attention. Making us aware early on
will help our Inclusion Team to arrange for
any additional supports in order to ensure
that each child has the best possible
experience in camp.
For questions or to discuss your child’s
participation in camp, or arrange a meeting
with our Inclusion staff, please contact us at
inclusion@dovercourt.org
BEFORE & AFTER CAMP
Regular camp hours are 9:00-4:00. You may
sign in with your Camp Director beginning
at 8:30am and sign out until 4:30pm. Child
care is available from 7:30am until camp
begins and after camp until 6:00pm. Pre
and Post camp offers supervised,
semi-structured activities including indoor
games, arts and crafts and more.
If you require either early drop off or late
pick up, please ensure you’ve registered for
Extended Care.
Pre-camp: $25
Post-camp: $37.50
CANCELLATIONS
Camp withdrawals cannot be
done online. To cancel your
camp registration, please send
an email to info@dovercourt.org
with your child’s full
name and the name of the
camp. Account credits or
refunds less a $20 admin fee
will be given up to 3 weeks
before the program start
(before Feb 20).
We gratefully acknowledge the
financial support of the City of
Ottawa/ Recipient remercie
sincèrement la Ville d’Ottawa de
son soutien financier.
DOVERCOURT.ORG | 613-798-8950 | INFO@DOVERCOURT.ORG

THEME CAMPS
KINDER KANUCKS
JK-SK MB201 $329
Spend the week celebrating all things that
make us proud to be Canucks! Learn a
variety of games, crafts, and languages that
make us a uniquely diverse group of people,
and celebrate the great outdoors with
nature hikes and scavenger hunts. We'll try
a taste of a Canadian favourite each day this
week, from maple taffy to poutine and
everything in between.
FANDEMONIUM
Grade 1-2 MB202 $332
Grade 3-5 MB203 $332
Break out the jerseys, and funny hats, we're
all becoming #1 fans this week! We'll be
making t-shirts, signs, and noise-makers and
celebrating anything and everything we can
this week. Wednesday we're heading to TD
Place to skate on the ice then sticking
around for an Ottawa 67s day game where
we're sure to be the loudest section in the
stands! After that, we'll get crazy with a
counselor-vs-camper cheer contest, a talent
show, and finish it off with a big St. Patrick's
Day party on Friday.
YOUTH ZONE
CAMPS
TOUGH MUDDER
10-12yrs MB207 $352
For campers with grit, this program offers a
full week of individual and team challenges
like obstacle courses, fitness challenges, a
polar bear dip, and a mud run!
CHILL ZONE
10-12yrs MB207 $352
Spend your school break relaxing and
hanging out with friends in this ‘chill’ camp.
We’ll have board game challenges, some
group/team video games, some time in the
indoor pool, lots of crafts and group
activities and take in a matinee at the
theatre. Sign up with a friend, or make some
new ones, it’s sure to be a relaxing, and
memorable week.
SPECIALTY CAMPS
SPORTS STARS
4-6yrs MB205 $356
This program will include an intro to as many
different sports as we can think of! We’ll
play a bit of basketball and soccer, have lots
of swim time, and try some different sports
like gymnastics, pickleball, tchoukball, and
rock climbing. It’s the perfect camp for kids
on the move!
POTTERY
6-9yrs MB204 $376
Roll up your sleeves and come play with
clay. You'll learn techniques in hand
building and create a project on the wheel
with an experienced pottery instructor. Half
the day is spent in the pottery studio and the
other half is balanced with outdoor play and
swim time. Finished projects will be glazed
and fired in the kiln, ready for pick up a
couple of weeks after camp.
ROBOTICS
7-10yrs MB210 $389
In partnership with Ottawa Robotics
Academy, this program introduces campers
to various simple and intermediate robotics
platforms. Using the engineering design
cycle, participants will build machines and
creations featuring working motors and
sensors then program their models,
bringing them to life. Focused half-day
sessions will explore a series of
theme-based activities while developing
their skills in STEM, language, arts and
literacy. The rest of the day is balanced with
outdoor play and swim time.
CAKE & BAKE
9-12yrs MB208 $376
In the tastiest camp of the week, participants
will spend time in the kitchen with an
experienced baker and instructor, mastering
the basics of baking. Participants will
learn various techniques with cookies,
cakes, pie crust, brownies, tarts, and much
more. All ingredients will be nut-free but
may contain dairy/egg products. At least
half the day is spent in the kitchen and the
rest of the week is balanced with outdoor
play and swimming.
STAGE PERFORMERS
8-11yrs MB209 $356
Step into the spotlight this week and
showcase your talents! Participants will
receive instruction in improv, acting,
signing, magic, and dance. Featuring
talented instructors, at least half the day is
spent learning and practicing routines and
the other half is balanced with swimming
and outdoor activities. Family and friends
are invited on Friday for the big show!
INFO@DOVERCOURT.ORG | 613-798-8950 | DOVERCOURT.ORG