Camp Ke-Mon-Oya/Chandos Outdoor Education Centre exists to provide an opportunity for young people to learn in the outdoors. Genesis 1:1 says that "In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth," and Psalm 19:1 states, "The heavens declare the glory of God; the skies proclaim the work of His hands. Day after day they pour forth speech; night after night they display knowledge."

Using the Chandos facilities, children and adults are introduced to the Creator and Sustainer of the world by experiencing the world in all its diversity. Additionally, there is personal development and the social value of learning to function effectively in an unfamiliar environment.

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Site

On the beautiful Lake Chandos in the Kawartha region, Camp Ke-Mon-Oya offers a variety of unique environments from which to study God's creation. This 260 acre property is located just two hours from Toronto, outside Apsley, Ontario. The lakefront site is a mixture of northern hardwood forests, Boreal bog and open meadows, and is scattered with trails and many interesting areas for nature studies.

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Facilities

The main dining hall provides both a comfortable eating area and a general lounge, complete with fireplace and a piano, for group meetings and times of relaxation. Two fully equipped classrooms are used by staff to teach a wide variety of outdoor education programs. A large barn with a stage and seating for up to 100 provides a great rainy-day room and indoor space for group activities.

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Program

Educational programs are available for all ages and interests, and designed in cooperation with visiting groups to suit specific curriculum needs. Disciplines particularly suited for study at the site include biology, botany, geography and environmental science. Our programs emphasize responsible, biblical approaches to understanding the natural world and combine academic instruction with practical fieldwork throughout the site. Our residential summer camp program operates during the months of July and August, you can get further information by clicking here

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Accommodations

Cozy bunk style lodging for up to 60 people is available in six winterized cabins. Each cabin is equipped with washroom facilities, and contains a separate room for a teacher, parent supervisor, or counsellor. In summer, five additional cabins are available to accommodate an extra 40 people.

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General Information

• meal times vary according to your group's needs and can be determined prior to a visit
• students should bring their own sleeping bags or bedding; pillows are provided
• a visit to Chandos is an outdoor experience - students should bring appropriate clothing including rain gear and boots
• groups visiting Chandos are expected to have a minimum supervisor/student ratio of 1:10
• a registered nurse lives at Chandos and medical help is available in nearby Apsley

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For more information

Chandos/Ke-Mon-Oya is primarily used by the students of North Toronto Christian School and The Yorkland School. However, the facilities are also available for rental by church groups, youth groups and others who need camp or conference grounds for their activities. To schedule a site visit or for more information about programs, facilities, fees, bookings and transportation, contact The Yorkland School.

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