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Sasamat Outdoor Centre - Youth Overnight Camp

Sasamat Outdoor Centre - Youth Overnight Camp · $853/week · ★ 4.6 (122 reviews)

Sasamat Outdoor Centre offers traditional overnight summer camp experiences for youth aged 8-16, focusing on outdoor adventure, skill development, and commun...

▌ Editor's read The Sasamat Outdoor Centre website loads as a legitimate camp site, offering youth overnight camps for ages 8-16. The camp has been operating for 60 years, as stated on their 'About Us' page, indicating a strong history. They are a non-profit organization. The website explicitly mentions that all staff undergo criminal record checks and vulnerable sector checks, highlighting a commitment to safety. While not ACA accredited (as it's a Canadian camp), the camp details various activities like canoeing, kayaking, archery, and climbing. Google reviews show a rating of 4.8 stars from 103 reviews, with many parents praising the positive impact on their children and the caring staff. Social media handles include @campsasamat on Instagram and 'campsasamat' on Facebook.
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Since 196660+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 8–12

Sasamat Outdoor Centre - Youth Overnight Camp sits in the upper-elementary to middle-school window where specialization starts to mean something. Kids in this band often want to go deeper on one thing rather than rotate through five, and many camps begin offering pre-CIT (counselor-in-training) tracks here. The right traditional day camp fit at this age depends on whether the child wants more autonomy or still wants the safety of a structured rhythm.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
1966 (60 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Traditional Day Camp
  • Ages: 8–12
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 3302 Senkler Rd, Belcarra, BC V3H 4S3, Canada
  • Phone: (604) 939-2266
  • Cost notes: CAD. Prices vary by program. See program details. GST extra for some programs.

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: No
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Sasamat Outdoor Centre - Youth Overnight Camp

What ages does Sasamat Outdoor Centre - Youth Overnight Camp accept?
Sasamat Outdoor Centre - Youth Overnight Camp is open to children ages 8–12. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Sasamat Outdoor Centre - Youth Overnight Camp cost?
Sasamat Outdoor Centre - Youth Overnight Camp publishes $853/week for the standard session. CAD. Prices vary by program. See program details. GST extra for some programs. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Sasamat Outdoor Centre - Youth Overnight Camp's hours?
Sasamat Outdoor Centre - Youth Overnight Camp runs 24-hour residential. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Sasamat Outdoor Centre - Youth Overnight Camp?
Sasamat Outdoor Centre - Youth Overnight Camp is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 60 years of operating history. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Sasamat Outdoor Centre - Youth Overnight Camp provide lunch?
Sasamat Outdoor Centre - Youth Overnight Camp does not include lunch — campers bring their own. Most day camps without provided lunch are nut-free or nut-aware, so check the allergy policy before packing. Frozen water bottles double as ice packs and drinks; insulated lunch boxes hold below 40°F for about four hours.

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