Prep Junior, Inter & Senior - Session A1 (2 weeks)
3-16 July 2027
Regular two-week camper session.
In-person Program
Camp Kandalore
by Appleby College Summer Academy
Camp Kandalore combines canoe adventures with varied outdoor activities, helping campers build confidence, independence, and friendships.
Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:BSBen Stacy
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Camp Kandalore at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Birth-year groups; international campers welcome
Age range / Year group
Ages 6-16
Location / Region
Algonquin Highlands, Ontario, Canada
Cost
From $2,200
Duration
1, 2 or 4 weeks
Format
In-person
ArtGeneral
Accommodation: Shared cabins; layouts vary by section
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner; tuck-shop snacks
Certificate / Outcome: Swimming and canoeing certifications in four-week sessions
Campus experience: 30+ activities; canoe trips
Activity cadence: Six 55-minute activity periods daily
Staff support: Full-time nurses; doctor on site
Accreditation: Ontario Camps Association
Camp Kandalore summary
Camp Kandalore is an outdoor camp built around canoeing, canoe trips, varied activities, and shared cabin life. It emphasizes confidence, independence, and friendship through practical experiences.
Campers combine waterfront activities, creative projects, games, and evening traditions. Some sessions let campers choose activities, while the introductory option uses a preplanned cabin-group schedule.
It suits children who want an active outdoor adventure and are ready to spend time away from home with a supportive camp community.
What is Camp Kandalore?
Camp Kandalore is a traditional overnight camp centered on canoeing, canoe tripping, and outdoor exploration. Founded in 1947, it joined the Appleby College family in 2023. Its approach combines practical challenges with an inclusive community and a wide choice of activities.
Campers experience swimming, paddling, creative activities, sports, and shared camp traditions. Cabin groups provide a familiar base for meals, evening activities, and adventures. The emphasis is on experiential learning, confidence, and independence.
Why Succeed highlights Camp Kandalore
Canoe trips progress with campers’ experience, giving outdoor skill development a clear sense of challenge.
Activity choices in longer sessions give campers practice making decisions within a structured routine.
Creative activities and sports complement the waterfront focus, allowing campers to explore several interests.
On-site medical care, counselor background checks, and Ontario Camps Association accreditation provide concrete parent-relevant safeguards.
Named charitable partnerships offer financial assistance to qualifying families.
Who is Camp Kandalore for?
Best for
Children who enjoy outdoor exploration, want to try different activities, and are ready to build independence through cabin life and canoe adventures.
Not ideal if
Your main goal is subject-specific academic study, or your child strongly prefers returning home each evening.
Is Camp Kandalore worth it?
Kandalore is worth considering when outdoor confidence, friendships, and practical independence are the main goals. Its combination of activity choice and progressive canoe trips gives campers several ways to challenge themselves. The value depends on whether your child wants to engage with that active, communal experience.
Shared cabins and time away from home require readiness, especially for a first residential stay. The commitment also deserves careful family planning because cancellation terms are restrictive. Choose a session around your child’s comfort with camp routines and outdoor adventures.
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Cost and what is included
From $2,200; includes Residential cabin accommodation., Breakfast, lunch, and dinner with your cabin group., Camp activities, evening programs, and canoe-trip experiences., Daily swimming and canoeing lessons in two- and four-week sessions., Tuck-shop snacks..
Accommodation
Shared cabins; layouts vary by section
Meals
Breakfast, lunch, dinner; tuck-shop snacks
Supervision or safety information
The camp has an equipped infirmary, full-time nurses, and a doctor living on site. Staff receive first aid and safety training, and the camp has access to the hospital in Minden.
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
1, 2 or 4 weeks; Algonquin Highlands, Ontario, Canada.
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Effort level
Moderate preparation, with an active daily camp routine.
Best started
Begin forms and packing several weeks before your chosen session; arrange alternative airport transport at least one month ahead.
Main challenge
Adjusting to shared cabin life and unfamiliar outdoor activities.
Typical preparation
Read the family and camper handbooks together and discuss the daily routine.
Use the packing list that matches your child’s session.
Complete camper forms through the registration portal.
If arranging airport transportation, send flight-ticket copies to the camp office.
Useful if
Your child wants to build confidence through practical challenges.
What do students do on Camp Kandalore?
You take part in waterfront activities, creative projects, games, and evening programs while living with a cabin group. Canoe trips add an outdoor adventure suited to your section and session.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Settle into your cabin group and learn the camp routine.
- 2
Follow your session’s activity plan, choosing activities each evening in two- and four-week sessions.
- 3
Join morning and afternoon activities, with swimming and canoeing lessons in the longer camper sessions.
- 4
Prepare for and take part in your canoe-trip experience.
- 5
Finish the day with evening games, camp traditions, and cabin time.
Camp Kandalore dates and deadlines
Upcoming
Prep Junior, Inter & Senior - Session A, July Camp (4 weeks)
3-30 July 2027
Regular four-week camper session.
1 Week Programs - Session July WK1
3-9 July 2027
For campers born in 2017-2021.
1 Week Programs - Session July WK2
10-16 July 2027
For campers born in 2017-2021.
Prep Junior, Inter & Senior - Session A2 (2 weeks)
17-30 July 2027
Regular two-week camper session.
Prep Junior, Inter & Senior - Session B, August Camp (4 weeks)
3-30 August 2027
Regular four-week camper session.
Prep Junior, Inter & Senior - Session B1 (2 weeks)
3-16 August 2027
Regular two-week camper session.
Prep Junior, Inter & Senior - Session B2 (2 weeks)
17-30 August 2027
Regular two-week camper session.
Registration opens
15 October 2026
12:00 p.m. EDT for regular summer camp registration.
Full-payment discount cutoff
31 December 2026
$100 discount for payment in full at registration during the published discount window.
Payment and refunds
1 April 2027
Full fees are due; written withdrawals received by this date qualify for refunds minus $500.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Prep Junior, Inter & Senior - Session A1 (2 weeks) | 3-16 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Prep Junior, Inter & Senior - Session A, July Camp (4 weeks) | 3-30 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
1 Week Programs - Session July WK1 | 3-9 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
1 Week Programs - Session July WK2 | 10-16 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Prep Junior, Inter & Senior - Session A2 (2 weeks) | 17-30 July 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Prep Junior, Inter & Senior - Session B, August Camp (4 weeks) | 3-30 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Prep Junior, Inter & Senior - Session B1 (2 weeks) | 3-16 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Prep Junior, Inter & Senior - Session B2 (2 weeks) | 17-30 August 2027 | Local | Upcoming | |
Registration opens | 15 October 2026 | Local | Upcoming | |
Full-payment discount cutoff | 31 December 2026 | Local | Upcoming | |
Payment and refunds | 1 April 2027 | Local | Upcoming |
Eligibility and requirements
Prep Junior campers: born in 2016-2020.
Inter campers: born in 2014-2015.
Senior campers: born in 2011-2013.
One-week campers: born in 2017-2021.
Campers from Canada, the United States, and other countries are welcome.
All gender identities and expressions are welcome.
How much does Camp Kandalore cost?
Program fee
From $2,200 — Domestic one-week session.
Funding or discounts
- One-week international fee: $2,390 — International camper rate.
- Two-week domestic fee: $4,225 — Canada and United States pricing.
- Two-week international fee: $5,830 — International camper rate.
- Four-week domestic fee: $7,150 — Canada and United States pricing.
- Four-week international fee: $8,650 — International camper rate.
- Registration deposit: $500 — Non-refundable deposit toward the camp fee.
- Early full-payment discount: $100 — For qualifying payment in full at registration.
- Amici financial assistance: Needs-based support through a partnership serving 10-12 campers annually.
- Taylor Statten bursary: Needs-based support for campers aged 11+ with leadership qualities booking two weeks.
What's included
Residential cabin accommodation., Breakfast, lunch, and dinner with your cabin group., Camp activities, evening programs, and canoe-trip experiences., Daily swimming and canoeing lessons in two- and four-week sessions., Tuck-shop snacks.
How to apply to Camp Kandalore
- 1
Choose a session that matches your camper’s birth-year group.
- 2
Visit the Kandalore registration portal and log in or create a family account.
- 3
Complete the registration information and pay the required deposit.
- 4
Complete camper forms by logging into your portal account.
- 5
Review the payment schedule, refund policy, handbooks, and relevant packing list.
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What does Camp Kandalore cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Canoeing and canoe trips
Practice paddling skills and take part in progressive outdoor trips.
Swimming and waterfront skills
Longer-session campers have daily swimming lessons with certified instructors and lifeguards.
Creative activities
Explore Arts & Crafts, Leathercraft, Woodworking, and Pottery in the Museum activity space.
Nature and outdoor skills
Learn through woodland exploration, animal tracking, and fire-building activities.
Sports and adventure
Try activities such as basketball, mountain biking, rock climbing, and high ropes.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Camp Kandalore?
A typical day during the program.
Morning routine
Wake at 7:15-7:30 a.m., eat breakfast at 8:00-8:45 a.m., then tidy cabins.
Morning activities
Three 55-minute activity periods run from 9:15 a.m. to noon, followed by free time and lunch.
Rest and activities
Rest hour is 1:15-2:15 p.m., followed by three 55-minute activities and free activity or swimming.
Evening program
Dinner is 5:45-6:30 p.m.; evening program runs 7:15-8:30 p.m., followed by cabin time.
Who teaches on Camp Kandalore?
Counselors and activity instructors support campers, with approximately 90% of staff having previously attended Kandalore as campers. Swimming lessons use certified instructors and lifeguards, and kayak instructors hold ORCKA certifications.
All counselors undergo police background checks, and all staff receive first aid and safety training.
Where do students stay on Camp Kandalore?
Residential plan
- Shared cabin accommodation: Published cabin layouts accommodate four to ten campers, with counselors in, attached to, or near cabins.
- Dining hall meals: Campers eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner with their cabin group and counselors.
- Medical and pastoral support: Staff help campers manage homesickness, while full-time nurses and a resident doctor provide medical support.
- Lakeside activity spaces: Facilities include waterfront areas, the Museum indoor activity space, high ropes, and a canoe-trip preparation center.
Cabin layouts and counselor sleeping arrangements vary by section; shower houses have individual stalls and changing rooms.
What happens after Camp Kandalore?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Build canoe-trip skills through increasingly challenging experiences.
Work toward provincial ORCKA canoeing levels.
Pursue swimming and canoeing certifications during four-week sessions.
Develop confidence and independence through outdoor challenges.
Consider Kandalore’s separate leadership tracks as an older camper.
Certifications depend on individual progress; leadership tracks have their own eligibility and application process.
Where does Camp Kandalore take place?
Camp Kandalore is on Lake Kabakwa at 1143 Kandalore Road in Algonquin Highlands, Ontario. Families can drive to camp, use the Toronto bus option, or arrange escorted airport transportation for campers flying into Toronto.
The Toronto bus departs from 36 Curity Avenue at 1:00 p.m.; campers should arrive at 12:30 p.m.
Camp Kandalore FAQs
Two- and four-week campers choose activities the evening before, alongside daily swimming and canoeing lessons. One-week campers follow a preplanned schedule and travel together as a cabin group.
A canoe trip is part of every camper’s experience. Trip length and route depend on age, experience, and session; one-week campers have an island overnight.
Cabin layouts vary by age and section, with published examples accommodating four to ten campers. Counselors live in, attached to, or near cabins depending on the section.
The camp has an equipped infirmary, full-time nurses, and a doctor living on site. Staff receive first aid and safety training, and the camp has access to the hospital in Minden.
Amici supports children in financial need through Kandalore’s partnership. The Taylor Statten Camping Bursary Fund supports qualifying campers aged at least 11 who demonstrate leadership qualities and register for a two-week session.
Families can request a friend as a cabin mate, but cabin requests are not guaranteed. Placement also considers campers’ ages and the balance between first-time and returning campers.
Kandalore offers airport pickup and drop-off for campers flying into Toronto, with staff escorting them by chartered bus or camp vehicle. Families must provide flight-ticket copies when arranging transportation.
The daily schedule includes breakfast, lunch, and dinner with cabin groups and counselors. Breakfast food bars and lunch and dinner salad bars supplement the main meals.
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- Partnerships & Funding Opportunities | Kandalore
- Camp Kandalore Leadership Programs | Kandalore
- Packing List & Handbooks | Kandalore
- Health & Safety | Kandalore
- Transportation | Kandalore
- Q&A | Kandalore
- Camp Kandalore
- A Day in the Life of a Kandalore Camper | Kandalore
- Login | Kandalore
- Summer 2027 Registration Information! | Kandalore
- Summer Camp Rates & Dates | Kandalore
- Kandalore Gender Inclusion Policy .docx
- 2027 Refund & Cancellation Policy
- 2027 Camp Fees Payment Schedule
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- Camp Kandalore
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