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12-Day Adventurers Pathfinders (Ages 13-16)

12-Day Adventurers Pathfinders

Campers aged 13 to 16 are introduced to canoe tripping through an experience that combines life at Camp YMCA Kanawana with a four-day trip in the wilderness.

Led by experienced guides, they gradually prepare for their trip while developing their canoeing skills, independence and team spirit.

This adventure is designed to help them take on new challenges and enjoy a rewarding outdoor experience.

Learn more about the program

2027 Registration Dates

Priority Registration – September 29 at 9 a.m.

Exclusively for campers who attended in 2026.

General Registration – October 13 at 9 a.m.

Registration open to everyone.

Program Overview

Age: 13 to 16

Duration: 12 days / 11 nights

Gender: Girls and non-binary

Category: Canoe-tripping

Price: Starting at $2,963 + taxes

Registration and tuck shop fees are additional.

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Fill out the interest form

Experience a Canoe-tripping Adventure

Our Adventurers Pathfinders program in the heart of nature

Guided by an experienced team, campers set off on a canoe-camping adventure and experience life in the great outdoors. Paddling, setting up camp, cooking together, and sharing stories around the campfire are all part of the journey. It’s an immersive experience that lets them discover remarkable landscapes while building independence, teamwork, and self-confidence.

Learn more about canoe-tripping expeditions

2027 Dates and Pricing

June 21 to July 2, 2027

Session 1 - White water

● 12 days / 11 nights

● $2,963 + taxes

+$175 registration fee

+$25 trip insurance

+$80 tuck shop fee

July 5 to 16, 2027

Session 2 - White water

● 12 days / 11 nights

● $3,013 + taxes

+$175 registration fee

+$25 trip insurance

+$80 tuck shop fee

July 19 to 30, 2027

Session 3 - White water

● 12 days / 11 nights

● $3,013 + taxes

+$175 registration fee

+$25 trip insurance

+$80 tuck shop fee

August 2 to 13, 2027

Session 4 - Flat water

● 12 days / 11 nights

● $3,133 + taxes

+$175 registration fee

+$25 trip insurance

+$80 tuck shop fee

Please note that the camp does not offer supervision services during the weekends between sessions. If your child is registered for multiple consecutive sessions, you will need to pick them up at the end of each session and bring them back at the beginning of the next one.

Some fees may be eligible for childcare tax credits.

How to register

Available only during the registration period.

Registration for our summer camp programs must be completed online through the secure Amilia platform.

1. Enable or create your Amilia account

Use the same email address as your old Active account, if you had one.

2. Complete your family profile

Add your camper(s) to your account, verify their information and add a payment method.

3. Choose the program and session

Select the appropriate program and session and complete the online registration process.

Need help with Amilia?

Check out our FAQs to prepare your account and get answers to frequently asked questions about the new platform. If you require assistance, please write to us using our contact form or call us at 514 687-9622, ext. 1524 (Montreal) or 1 833 505-9622, ext. 1524 (outside Montreal).

Additional information

Campers spend most days in our Regular Residential Camp program while also preparing and training for their 4- to 6-day canoe-tripping expedition.

All our canoe trips are centred on teamwork and community living while helping participants develop their leadership and outdoor survival skills.

Please note: For safety purposes, Camp YMCA Kanawana reserves the right to change the length and locations of each trip. These will be determined depending on weather, water, and road conditions, as well as the overall schedule of trips each session.

Canoe trips are physically demanding and require a certain level of swimming ability. Kanawana therefore reserves the right to refuse any participant we deem unable to cope with the demands of such a trip.

* If your child is gender non-conforming or transgender, please let us know so that we can ensure that they are comfortable with their cabin arrangement.

A wide range of activities every day.

7:15 a.m. - 7:45 a.m.: Morning dip (optional)

8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.: Breakfast and announcements

9:00 a.m. - 9:20 a.m.: Cabin clean-up & preparation for the day

9:20 a.m. - 10:25 a.m.: Cabin/tent program #1

10:25 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.: Cabin/tent program #2

11:30 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.: General swim and open program areas * (canoe, archery and nature activities)

12:15 p.m. - 12:30 p.m.: Prepare for lunch

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.: Lunch and announcements, plus section cheers every few days

1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.: Siesta/break time

2:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.: Interest group #1

3:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.: Interest group #2

4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.: General swim and open program areas *

5:30 p.m. - 5:45 p.m.: Prepare for dinner

5:45 p.m. - 6:45 p.m.: Dinner and announcements

6:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.: Down time, no programming

7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.: Cabin/tent program #3

8:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.: Cabin/tent program #4 (junior campers prepare for bed)

9:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.: Campfire (senior campers prepare for bed)

10:00 p.m.: Lights out

* Open program areas vary depending on weather and availability of staff, but typically will change from morning to afternoon.

Please note: Some days include all-section or all-camp activities instead of interest group blocks or cabin/tent group programming.

Lights out time also varies depending on the daily activities and the age of the campers.

Our schedule and programming is subject to change.

12-Day Adventurers Pathfinders

2027 Registration Dates

Priority Registration – September 29 at 9 a.m.

General Registration – October 13 at 9 a.m.

Program Overview

Experience a Canoe-tripping Adventure

Our Adventurers Pathfinders program in the heart of nature