Young imaginations come to life in the historic surroundings of The Village at Black Creek, an authentic recreation of a 19th century rural Ontario community.
Registration for 2025 summer camps at The Village at Black Creek is COMING SOON!
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*Four-day week.
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Cancellation Policy
Cancellation requests received by Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) more than 30 days before the start of the camp program will receive a 75% refund of the relevant program fees paid. Cancellation requests received by TRCA less than 30 days before the start of the camp program do not qualify for a refund. Rescheduling is subject to availability. There is no refund for camp days missed or children opting not to participate in activities. Cancellation requests must be received in writing by email to vservices@trca.ca. Minimum registration numbers required for camp to operate. In the event TRCA must cancel the camp due to low registration or government order, a full refund will be issued.
CAMP INFORMATION
| Camp Hours: | Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.* |
| Extended Care: | Extended care is available from 4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. |
| Camp Fees:** |
$360.00/week* $335.00/four-day week* Extended Care Fees: $89.00/week $79.00/four-day week |
| Cancellation Policy: | READ MORE HERE |
| *Except where noted. | |
| **Conservation Parks Members: Please contact TRCA visitor services to get a 10% membership discount. | |
MAP + DIRECTIONS TO THE VILLAGE
2025 CAMP SCHEDULE
July 2-5: HISTORY EXPLORATION (Introduction)*
– Day Camp
Be introduced to The Village by visiting historic buildings, meeting costumed staff, and enjoying a selection of heritage inspired games and crafts. Perfect for first-time campers!
*Four-day week.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-7 | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-11 | REGISTER NOW |
July 2-5: BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE VILLAGE*
– Specialty Day Camp
Go behind the scenes in the heritage village by visiting areas not usually open to the public!
Ever wonder who creates costumes? How artifacts are kept safe? Who looks after the animals? Spend some time with the museum professinals who make all of this happen – then “apprentice” in a different heritage building each day, learning the tricks of the 19th century trade.
This week is ideal for history and museum enthusists!
*Four-day week.
Cost: $360.00/four-day week
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 12-15 | REGISTER NOW |
July 7-11: HISTORY EXPLORATION (Part 1)
– Day Camp
Step into the past! Try your hand at a variety of old-fashioned skills and activities like butter churning, baking, weaving, and carding wool!
If you want to know what it was like to be a kid 150 years ago, this week is for you!
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-7 | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-11 | REGISTER NOW |
July 14-18: HISTORY EXPLORATION (Part 2)
– Day Camp
Be a history explorer! Discover heritage buildings and trades. Play old fashioned games, taking part in a Village-wide scavenger hunt and creating your own tin lantern.
History Exploration Parts 1 and 2 can be enjoyed together or on their own. Participation in Part 1 is not neccesary to enjoy this week.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-7 | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-11 | REGISTER NOW |
July 14-18: CULINARY ARTS WEEK
– Specialty Day Camp
Bake your way back in time! Cook something new each day using recipes of the past for inspiration!
Using 19th century stoves and kitchen tools, bake cookies and cakes, churn butter, concoct tasty drinks, make jellies and jams, and discover what you need to be a historical cook!
Cap off the week by planning and enjoying a Victorian picnic.
Cost: $445.00/week
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 12-14 | REGISTER NOW |
July 21-25: PLANTS & ANIMALS (Part 1)
– Day Camp
Get up close with The Village’s gardens and farm animals. Dig in the soil, study insects, make some nature crafts, and much more!
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-7 | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-11 | REGISTER NOW |
July 28-August 1: PLANTS & ANIMALS (Part 2)
– Day Camp
Contine exploring the wonders of nature in The Village and learn how to help protect our environment! Enjoy a variety of activities designed to help and care for our furry and feathered friends.
Participation in Part 1 is not neccesary to enjoy this week.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-7 | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-11 | REGISTER NOW |
August 5-8: HISTORY EXPLORATION (Part 1)*
– Day Camp
Step into the past! Try your hand at a variety of old-fashioned skills and activities like butter churning, baking, weaving, and carding wool!
If you want to know what it was like to be a kid 150 years ago, this week is for you!
*Four-day week.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-7 | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-11 | REGISTER NOW |
August 11-15: HISTORY EXPLORATION (Part 2)
– Day Camp
Be a history explorer! Discover heritage buildings and trades. Play old fashioned games, taking part in a Village-wide scavenger hunt and creating your own tin lantern.
History Exploration Parts 1 and 2 can be enjoyed together or on their own. Participation in Part 1 is not neccesary to enjoy this week.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-7 | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-11 | REGISTER NOW |
August 11-15: CULINARY ARTS WEEK
– Specialty Day Camp
Bake your way back in time! Cook something new each day using recipes of the past for inspiration!
Using 19th century stoves and kitchen tools, bake cookies and cakes, churn butter, concoct tasty drinks, make jellies and jams, and discover what you need to be a historical cook!
Cap off the week by planning and enjoying a Victorian picnic.
Cost: $445.00/week
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 12-14 | REGISTER NOW |
August 18-22: PLANTS & ANIMALS (Part 1)
– Day Camp
Get up close with The Village’s gardens and farm animals. Dig in the soil, study insects, make some nature crafts, and much more!
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-7 | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-11 | REGISTER NOW |
August 25-29: PLANTS & ANIMALS (Part 2)
– Day Camp
Contine exploring the wonders of nature in The Village and learn how to help protect our environment! Enjoy a variety of activities designed to help and care for our furry and feathered friends.
Participation in Part 1 is not neccesary to enjoy this week.
CAMP BOOKINGS
| Book camp for ages 4-7 | REGISTER NOW |
| Book camp for ages 8-11 | REGISTER NOW |
