If you are a worker from a referring agency and do not know how to create an
​Agency Verification Code email registration@campmcgovern.com or call 519 998 2646.
The Agency Verification Program does not apply to FACS Waterloo Region because they use a voucher code system.
​All other agencies are required to use this program.

CAMP IS FULL FOR 2018

To be put on the waiting list call 519 998 2646
NOTE:  You may get as little as a few hours notice

Subsidized Camp Fees
General Sessions (about a week)  $385
Short Session (3 nights) $300
LEAD (2 weeks)   $425
​LEAD2 (3 weeks)   $500

Actual cost per camper:  $669.64

CLICK HERE TO applY FOR CAMP

mcgovern.campbrainregistration.com

You will need the following information to apply for camp:

1. The child's name, date of birth, address
2. Your email, phone number, address
3. Referring agency, worker name, all contact information
4. Health information:  Current and past health information, OHIP #, doctor's information
5. Information about how you are going to pay for camp - all agencies will give you a voucher or verification code and you must have this to complete your registration. 

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CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE PACKING LIST

BUS INFORMATION

• KITCHENER BUS - SESSIONS 1 & 5:  Be at St Mary's High School - 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener, ON N2C 2S2, Kitchener, at 12:30pm on Sunday.  The bus leaves at 1:00pm SHARP.  Please feed you camper lunch, send them with a full reusable water bottle, and have them use the bathroom BEFORE getting on the bus.  On Wednesday morning the bus will return to the same location between 11:00am and 11:30am.
• KITCHENER BUS - SESSIONS 3 & 6:  Be at St Mary's High School - 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener, ON N2C 2S2, Kitchener, at 12:30pm on Sunday.  The bus leaves at 1:00pm SHARP.  Please feed you camper lunch, send them with a full reusable water bottle, and have them use the bathroom BEFORE getting on the bus.  On Saturday morning the bus will return to the same location between 11:00am and 11:30am.
• KITCHENER BUS - SESSIONS 2 & 7:  Be at St Mary's High School - 1500 Block Line Rd, Kitchener, ON N2C 2S2, Kitchener, at 12:30pm on Sunday.  The bus leaves at 1:00pmSHARP.  Please feed you camper lunch, send them with a full reusable water bottle, and have them use the bathroom BEFORE getting on the bus.  On FRIDAY  the bus will return to the same location between 2:45pm and 3:15pm.
• HAMILTON BUS - SESSIONS 2 & 7 ONLY:  Be at Hamilton Children's Aid Society - 26 Arrowsmith Rd, Hamilton, ON L8E 4H8, by 10:45am.  The bus leaves at 11:15am SHARP. Please feed you camper a big breakfast and send them with a peanut-free lunch and a full reusable water bottle, and have them use the bathroom BEFORE getting on the bus.  On FRIDAY the bus will return to the same location between 4:45pm and 5:15pm  This is the second year we have run a Hamilton bus and the return time might be a little off; we thank you in advance for your patience as we figure out the best way and times to provide this free service. 
• BRAMPTON BUS - SESSION 4 ONLY:  Be at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Peel, 71 West Drive, Brampton, at 12:30pm.  The bus will leave at 1:00pm SHARP.  Please feed you camper lunch, send them with a full reusable water bottle, and have them use the bathroom BEFORE getting on the bus.  On Saturday morning the bus will return to the same location between 11:15am and 11:45am.  
• Please note:  You will be required to line up and wait your turn.  If the name of the person picking up children is not on our pickup list they will NOT be allowed to leave with the child until we get your permission or permission from your agency.  If your child has a driver YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE for telling us who that person is - FIRST AND LAST NAME.  This is a serious safety issue and we will not compromise the safety of our campers.  We know that busing can be challenging and greatly appreciate your positive attitude and helpfulness.  Rudeness will not be tolerated.   Our staff are do their best and are learning, too.  Thank you in advance for being understanding and patient. 
• If you are late a fee of $1 per minute, after the first 15 minutes, must be paid in cash to the staff member who stays with your child PLUS any fees we are charged from the busing company for being over our booking time.  Please call 519 998 2646 if you are going to be late.  Kindly be on time.

DRIVING DIRECTIONS

• PLEASE NOTE:  Many GPS's will not get you to camp. ONLY GOOGLE MAPS WILL GET YOU HERE (and will likely tell you we are on River Road - which is our driveway). 
• Our address is:  422102 Concession 6 NDR, Elmwood, Ontario, N0G1S0.  NOTE:  We are 20 minutes from the village of Elmwood, 10 minutes from Hanover, and 10 minutes from Durham. 
• We are aware that our address is listed several different ways on different GPS and mapping systems.  If you are lost try finding the intersection of Mulock Road and Grey Road 4 (there is a big bulldozer there).  If you are lost you can call, we will help in any way we can.  PLEASE TYPE OUR EXACT ADDRESS into your GPS (don't just look for "Camp McGovern".
• Please click here to get driving directions from your location to camp:  https://www.google.ca/maps/place/Camp+McGovern/@44.2154149,-80.9350884,17z/data=!3m1!4b1!4m5!3m4!1s0x88298f0e3749a8a7:0x488870153248c1d0!8m2!3d44.2154149!4d-80.9328997
• Kindly refrain from getting upset with the staff if you have trouble finding camp.  
• DROP OFF AT CAMP:  Please drop your camper off between 3:00-3:30pm on SUNDAY afternoon.  If you arrive early please WAIT - we will be in a staff meeting and unable to be with you.  You are not allowed to wander around camp or use equipment without a staff member present.
• PICK UP AT CAMP - YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHOW PHOTO ID:  
  • Wednesday (Sessions 1 & 5):  Pickup between 9:00-9:30am
  • Friday (Sessions 2 & 7):  Pickup between 1:00-1:30pm
  • Saturday (Sessions 3, 4, & 6):  Pick up between 9:00-9:30am
  • Please note:  You will be required to line up and wait your turn.  If the name of the person picking up children is not on our pickup list they will NOT be allowed to leave with the child until we get your permission or permission from your agency.  If your child has a driver YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE for telling us who that person is - FIRST AND LAST NAME.  This is a serious safety issue and we will not compromise the safety of our campers.  We know that busing can be challenging and greatly appreciate your positive attitude and helpfulness.  Rudeness will not be tolerated.   Our staff are do their best and are learning, too.  Thank you in advance for being understanding and patient. Kindly be on time.
  • If you are late a fee of $1 per minute, after the first 15 minutes, must be paid in cash to the staff member who stays with your child.  Please call 519 369 6704 or 519 369 6221 if you are going to be late.