Summer Camp & Teen Experiences at The Village

Travel in time this summer!

With their own log cabin base and the entire Village as their playground, campers and teens explore heritage gardens, visit farm animals, meet costumed historians, and foster a love of history and the outdoors!

Registration for 2025 summer camps at The Village at Black Creek is NOW OPEN!

a summer camper enjoys playing with a 19th century childrens toy at The Village at Black Creek
a camper learns to bake the 19th century way at a Village of Black Creek summer camp
a costumed educator at The Village at Black Creek teaches a summer camper the 19th century method of woodworking

SELECT CAMPS & EXPERIENCES

June 30/July 2-4: History Exploration (Introduction)* July 28-August 1: Plants & Animals (Part 2)
June 30/July 2-4: TEEN EXPERIENCE – Behind the Scenes at The Village* August 5-8: History Exploration (Part 1)*
July 7-11: History Exploration (Part 1) August 11-15: History Exploration (Part 2)
July 14-18: History Exploration (Part 2) August 11-15: TEEN EXPERIENCE – Young Foodies
July 14-18: TEEN EXPERIENCE – Young Foodies August 18-22: Plants & Animals (Part 1)
July 21-25: Plants & Animals (Part 1) August 25-29: Plants & Animals (Part 2)

*Four-day week.

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campers and counsellor enjoy outdoor adventures at The Village at Black Creek summer camp

summer camper makes crafts at the Village at Black Creek
summer campers clown for the camera at the Village at Black Creek
summer campers enjoy outdoor adventures at the Village at Black Creek

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
*Except where noted.
**Conservation Parks Members: Please contact TRCA visitor services to get a 10% membership discount.

REVIEW OUR CANCELLATION POLICY

2025 CAMP SCHEDULE

June 30/July 2-4: 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

 

summer camps discover historic artifacts at the Laskay Emporium at The Village at Black Creek

 

June 30/July 2-4:
TEEN EXPERIENCE – BEHIND THE SCENES AT THE VILLAGE*

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 professionals who make all of this happen, and 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

 

costumed educator takes teen summer campers behind the scenes at The Village at Black Creek

 

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

 

a costumed educator teaches summer campers at The Village at Black Creek how to make butter

 

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

 

summer campers learn to play traditional Victorian games at the Flynn House at The Village at Black Creek

 

July 14-18: TEEN EXPERIENCE – YOUNG FOODIES

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

 

a costumed educator at The Village at Black Creek teaches a summer camper the techniques of 19th century cooking

 

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

 

a summer camper helps a costumed educator tend to a garden at The Village at Black Creek
a costumed educator introduces a summer camper to a goat at The Village at Black Creek

 

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

 

summer campers at The Village at Black Creek learn to weave using a 19th century loom

 

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

 

summer campers visit the Printing Office at The Village at Black Creek

 

August 11-15: TEEN EXPERIENCE – YOUNG FOODIES

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

 

a teen summer camper at The Village at Black Creek prepares lemonade using 19th century cooking implements

 

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

 

summer campers help tend to one of the heritage gardens at The Village at Black Creek

 

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

 

a summer campers meets a sheep at The Village at Black Creek

 

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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.