6-Day Pioneers

During a six-day stay, campers aged 7 to 12 discover life at Camp YMCA Kanawana in a welcoming and well-supervised setting.

Water activities, outdoor adventures, creative pursuits and time spent with their group give them opportunities to try new activities, build independence and form new connections.

This shorter stay is ideal for experiencing Kanawana for the first time and enjoying camp life to the fullest.

2027 registration

Ages: 7 to 12

Gender: girl and non-binary

Registration for the 2027 season at YMCA Kanawana Camp is about to open!

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Experience Kanawana to the Fullest

Our Pioneers program at the heart of our camp

During their stay, campers enjoy a varied program that combines outdoor activities, water sports, arts, nature exploration, and group activities. Each day gives them opportunities to try new things, develop their independence, and build connections in an inclusive and supportive environment.

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Useful information

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.