Questions and Answers

• How far is Winnebagoe from Toronto?
• Camp is 220 KMs (approximately 125 miles) from Toronto, a 2 ¼ hour drive.
• How long are the camp sessions?
• We have two four-week periods or an eight-week full summer program. A two-week stay is offered for children completing Grades 2, 3, and 4 only upon availability of space in these cabins. Should there be openings for this shorter term, the weeks coincide with the 5th and 6th weeks of the camp season.
• Is there a doctor at Camp?
• Yes. We have four doctors during the course of the summer each living at camp for a two-week stay. In addition, there are 2 NURSES in residence.
• How many counsellors are there per cabin group?
• Our youngest campers – those children in Grades 2, 3 and 4 – have THREE full-time counsellors supervising. All other age groups have TWO full-time counsellors. We mention "full time" specifically since our cabin counsellors do not double as activity staff during the day. Instead, they are with their campers throughout the entire day, moving with them from activity to activity, participating in the daily routines, building strong bonds with each child.
• What is the age of your staff?
• Staff range in age from 17 - 25 years old. Senior Counsellors, those in charge of a cabin group, must be a minimum of 19. Unit Heads, those supervising approximately 6 cabin groups and their staff, are a minimum of 21. Heads of Activities, those overseeing a specific activity area and its staff, are 19 and over.
• What is the ratio of staff to campers?
• We employ 145 staff and have a population of 300 campers. We believe strongly in a well-supervised, safety conscious environment.
• Is the camp Kosher?
• Food is served "Kosher style" in that there are no pork products served and no dairy products offered with meat meals.
• What if my child has specific dietary needs?
• We are able to provide meals for various restrictive diets including vegetarian, lactose intolerant and kosher options.
• Is Swim Instruction mandatory?
• Yes. The daily schedule includes Swim Instruction every day for all age groups. Sundays are the exception with no Swim Instruction that day.