YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre Day Camp
Every day is a new adventure at Y Day Camp
About Y Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre Day Camp
Our Cedar Glen Y Day Camp utilizes our outdoor centre to deliver a variety of programs. This location has access to large indoor spaces, 263 acres of green space and trails, and ropes courses. Programs operate outdoors rain or shine! Campers swim on-site. Camp operates 9 am–4 pm, extended hours are available on site from 7:30–9 am and 4–6 pm for an additional fee of $50/week. Bussing is available for a $100/week round trip.
Where are we located?
Located at our YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre in Schomberg.
Camp Address
13300 Concession 11
Schomberg, ON
L0G 1N0
Bussing to Camp
Getting to camp has never been easier with 10 bus routes across the GTA, giving campers more opportunities to explore, connect, and grow. Safety is always the top priority, followed by fun. Each bus is staffed with at least two counsellors, and campers are grouped by age to help build friendships right from the start.
The bus ride is an extension of the camp experience, filled with songs, games, and excitement that set the tone for an amazing day. Toronto Island and YMCA Cedar Glen routes are also equipped with GPS tracking so you can check pick-up and drop-off times with ease.
Virtual Tour
Check out the facilities and beautiful 263 acres to explore at YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre
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Preparing for camp at Y Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre Day Camp
Whether your child is an experienced camper or it is their first camp experience, it is always helpful to know what they can expect at your camp location this summer!
Bussing is available for a $100/week round trip. For a detailed schedule including times and pick-up and drop-off locations, please see our Bus Schedules page.
Campers will swim twice a week in one of our two YMCA-owned and operated outdoor pools.
As you drive into YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre, follow signs to park in the lot at right. Staff will be waiting on the large field, wearing blue shirts, and ready to greet you!
In order to be placed in the same group as a friend, campers must be in the same age group and registered in the same program. For us to efficiently track the requests, you will need to complete this form for each individual week you are requesting.
Please ensure your request is sent at least 2 weeks before the start of the program. We do our best to accommodate all requests, however we can not make any guarantees. If requests are submitted less than 2 weeks before the start of the program we can not accommodate the request. Only one family should submit the request for both campers. Please only submit the request for your camper and one friend.
Submit Friend Request
The safety of children in our programs is very important to the YMCA of Greater Toronto. Our Child and Youth Safeguarding policy states; Campers 12 years and younger must be signed out at the Y Day Camp location or bus stop. Campers must be signed out by an adult 16 years of age or older and listed as a main contact or authorized pick up during the registration process. This person will be required to show government issued ID.
The YMCA of Greater Toronto will not allow a camper under the age of 13, to leave a Y Day Camp program without this form filled out and the request approved by the day camp team. By filling out this form, your request for your camper to walk home alone, or with another individual under the age of 16 may be considered.
Day Camp staff work between the hours of 8 am–6 pm, Monday to Friday.
Following Ontario Bill 27 and in keeping with our values, the YMCA of Greater Toronto is committed to supporting the health and well-being of employees. A Right to Disconnect policy has been initiated, effective June 2, 2022. The policy is intended to support work/life balance and staff well-being by ensuring that employees have the right to disconnect from their work outside of their scheduled hours regardless of whether they are in a centre/office or working remotely.
If you have urgent concerns after hours, you can reach out to our Contact Centre until 8 pm by calling 1-877-303-2267 or emailing register@ymcagta.org.
Although we try to keep campers' items in their backpacks, occasionally things are forgotten. Any items lost at camp are collected daily and kept in the camp office. If your camper loses an item, contact the Camp Director immediately and they will try to find it.
All lost items will only be stored onsite for one week, and then they will be donated to a local charity.
Unfortunately, the Y cannot take responsibility for lost items.
Please check your camper's possessions daily to ensure they arrive home with them.
Youth complete the High Five Healthy Child Development and Standard First Aid & CPR C certifications, and learn resume writing and interview techniques in our employment readiness workshop by the end of the program. During the first week, youth will spend time enjoying camp activities, getting to know their group members, their trainer, and learning about the expectations of the program.
Week 2 includes a week-long overnight at YMCA Cedar Glen Outdoor Centre, where participants will have the opportunity to try rock climbing, high-rope and low-rope courses, and swim in Cedar Glen’s outdoor pool. Youth will spend this week focusing on how to deliver programs to camp age groups and how to create a program plan. Youth will be staying in the Grove Cabin accommodations which sleep eight. All meals are provided in the Cedar Glen dining hall.
Week 3 youth will be paired with a day camp Counsellor to demonstrate what they've learned and assist with delivering camp programs to younger campers. At the end of this week, youth receive a performance appraisal by their trainer and receive 25 volunteer hours.
In our overnight programs at YMCA Day Camps, we will have girls, boys and all-gender cabins. We will allow youth to pick the cabin they feel most comfortable in.
The Y understands that the term "boy" includes cisgender and transgender boys, and "girl" includes cisgender and transgender girls. We understand that gender is a spectrum. The purpose of having all-gender cabins is to ensure all campers regardless of gender identity, including but not limited to Two-Spirit, gender-queer, transgender, cisgender, and non-binary youth, can be in a space that they feel comfortable as themselves in, and can connect with others.
If there is anything you would like to communicate before the overnight, please reach out to the Camp Director.
Note: Campers are welcome to leave their mobile devices in their backpacks. However, they are not permitted to use cellphone or technology at camp. We do not take away cell phones or technology and advise to leave them at home. We are not responsible for lost or stolen devices.
Cedar Glen is home to three specialty programs that take advantage of the unique infrastructure on-site.
Farm Camp offers a hands-on learning experience at the Cedar Glen organic farm. Once a week, campers prepare a recipe using in-season produce harvested directly from the farm. In addition to farm activities, campers will also enjoy a variety of traditional camp programs.
Rocks & Ropes is an introductory climbing program that makes use of our rock-climbing wall and high/low ropes courses. Campers will participate in leadership initiatives designed to build communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Both Outdoor Adventure and Eco Adventure have the option to add Lunch and Towel service. Campers receive a fresh swim towel for each recreational swim session, and enjoy a daily hot lunch served in our air-conditioned dining hall.