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Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest

Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest · $500/week

Camp Treasure Chest is for children and youth living with Cystic Fibrosis.

▌ Editor's read Brigadoon Village is a non-profit overnight camp in Aylesford, Nova Scotia, specifically designed for children, youth, and families living with chronic illnesses, conditions, or special needs. The camp has been operating for 10 years, founded by David Graham. Their website clearly states that all staff undergo criminal record checks and vulnerable sector checks. Google reviews show a strong positive sentiment with a 4.9-star rating from 116 reviews, frequently praising the supportive staff, specialized programs, and the positive impact on campers' lives. The camp offers a variety of programs tailored to different conditions, including Camp Treasure Chest for children with congenital heart disease. While not ACA accredited, the camp emphasizes its commitment to safety and specialized care for its unique population.
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Since 201610+ years operating
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 7–18

Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest is built for middle-school campers — an age where leadership tracks, deeper specialization, and identity exploration take over from generalist day-camp formats. specialty programs that thrive at this age publish a clear weekly progression rather than a rotating activity menu, and the staff-to-camper conversation usually matters more than the activity list.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
2016 (10 years)
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Specialty
  • Ages: 7–18
  • Hours: 24-hour residential
  • Address: 5505 Highway 1, Aylesford, NS B0P 1C0
  • Phone: (902) 670-3383
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: Pay What You Can model. Suggested minimum contribution of $500 per week. Full cost is $1800 per week. CAD.

Logistics

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

Frequently asked about Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest

What ages does Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest accept?
Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest is open to children ages 7–18. 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 Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest cost?
Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest publishes $500/week for the standard session. That sits close to the $500 median for specialty camps in Aylesford. Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest's hours?
Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest 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 Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest?
Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest is operated by a nonprofit organization, with 10 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 Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest provide lunch?
Yes — Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.
How does Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest compare to other specialty camps in Aylesford?
Brigadoon Village - Camp Treasure Chest is one of 25 specialty camps in Aylesford that overlap its age range. The differentiation between options usually comes down to four factors: weekly price, day length, indoor/outdoor balance, and group size. Browse same-city alternatives in the directory to compare side by side.

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