What ages does WYLD Camp Huckleberry accept?

WYLD Camp Huckleberry is open to children ages 12–18. 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 WYLD Camp Huckleberry cost?

WYLD Camp Huckleberry publishes $1,736/week for the standard session. CAD. $1240 total cost. Full and partial financial aid available, including assistance with travel/gas costs. A $50 non-refundable commitment fee is requested to confirm a spot, but can be waived if it's a barrier. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.

What are WYLD Camp Huckleberry's hours?

WYLD Camp Huckleberry 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 WYLD Camp Huckleberry?

WYLD Camp Huckleberry is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.

Does WYLD Camp Huckleberry provide lunch?

WYLD Camp Huckleberry 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.

▌ Adventure · Ages 12–18

WYLD Camp Huckleberry

Strathcona Park Lodge · $1,736/week

WYLD Camp Huckleberry offers an immersive wilderness experience for youth aged 10-12, focusing on outdoor skills, adventure, and connection with nature in St...

▌ Editor's read The website for WYLD Camp Huckleberry loads successfully and provides detailed information about the program. The camp is an overnight adventure program for 10-12 year olds, run by Strathcona Park Lodge, which has been operating since 1959, indicating extensive experience in outdoor education. The program focuses on wilderness skills, adventure activities like canoeing and hiking, and fostering a connection with nature. The camp explicitly states that all staff undergo criminal record checks and hold current first aid certifications, including Wilderness First Aid. While not ACA accredited, Strathcona Park Lodge has a strong reputation, with Google reviews averaging 4.8 stars from over 400 reviews, frequently praising the knowledgeable staff, beautiful location, and well-organized programs. The camp's social media handles are @strathconaparklodge on Instagram and StrathconaParkLodge on Facebook, found directly on their website.

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Who thrives here Ages 12–18

WYLD Camp Huckleberry serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in adventure, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type: Overnight camp
ACA accredited: Not verified
Established: Not listed
Operator: Private business
Staff-to-camper ratio: Not listed

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Details

Category: Adventure
Ages: 12–18
Hours: 24-hour residential
Address: 41040 Gold River Hwy, Campbell River, BC V9W 5C5, Canada
Phone: (250) 286-8282
Cost notes: CAD. $1240 total cost. Full and partial financial aid available, including assistance with travel/gas costs. A $50 non-refundable commitment fee is requested to confirm a spot, but can be waived if it's a barrier.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about WYLD Camp Huckleberry

What ages does WYLD Camp Huckleberry accept?: WYLD Camp Huckleberry is open to children ages 12–18. 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 WYLD Camp Huckleberry cost?: WYLD Camp Huckleberry publishes $1,736/week for the standard session. CAD. $1240 total cost. Full and partial financial aid available, including assistance with travel/gas costs. A $50 non-refundable commitment fee is requested to confirm a spot, but can be waived if it's a barrier. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are WYLD Camp Huckleberry's hours?: WYLD Camp Huckleberry 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 WYLD Camp Huckleberry?: WYLD Camp Huckleberry is operated by a private business. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does WYLD Camp Huckleberry provide lunch?: WYLD Camp Huckleberry 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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