In response to requests from participant families the Kinark Outdoor Centre now offers a modified version of the Family Respite Weekend in the structure of a Summer Family Camp. For this program we partner with Autism Ontario Chapters and other service agencies to bring together 15 ASD families for a positive collective four day experience in the middle of the summer. Based on its popularity we will be facilitating four Summer Family Camp programs in 2012. Prepare to have fun!

Program Information

Upon arrival to the Centre, your family will be met by the Kinark Outdoor Centre. They will show you to your cabin, making sure that you have everything that you need, and then give you a site tour en route to lunch in the Dining Hall.

The first afternoon we offer programming for your entire family as a unit to allow everyone to become comfortable in their surroundings. Over the second and third days we will be offering a variety of recreational activities for all the children grouped by activity interest areas. Separate activities in the morning are also made available for parents to participate in at their leisure. Facilities and supports are in place to allow networking, sharing and social interaction among parents. The activities offered include: swimming, fishing, campfires, climbing wall, pontoon boat lake tours, sauna, arts and crafts, canoeing, paddle boats and nature hikes. Your family’s participation in activities is always optional. All the activities are adapted to meet the needs and interests of family members and the whole site has been modified to acknowledge and meet the needs of families with special needs.

To get further information please contact the Centre info@koc.on.ca.