Camp Amicus Overnight Camps

Intake Criteria:

Children and youth entering grade 4 to grade 11 can attend Camp Amicus Overnight if they meet our Intake Criteria and complete the Intake process.

2023 Schedule

Please note the unfortunate increase in camp costs this summer. This is due to increased transportation distances and rates, national inflation rates and upholding the standard of specialized training, certifications and expertise in our staff team. If you are in need of financial assistance to attend Amicus overnight camps, please visit our Financial Accessibility page here. 

Camp Amicus Overnight Camps are six days packed with fun and adventure. Camps depart on Sunday and return mid-day on Friday. The camp focuses on teaching and reinforcing social skills in a fun and safe environment.

We incorporate explicit and intentional social skill lessons every day at camp. Campers learn specific social skills such as entering and exiting conversation, interpreting body language, using humour, understanding different perspectives, self regulation and so much more through fun and engaging activities. After learning these skills, campers have the opportunity to implement and practice them during their time at camp. In addition, the six days spent away from home naturally builds independence and problem solving skills in all of our campers. With a variety of activities offered each day, there is something for every camper at Amicus overnight camps!

With only 36 campers and a 3:1 ratio of campers to counsellors, participants are able to get the individualized attention that they deserve and need.

Camp Goals:

The goals of Camp Amicus are to increase the campers’ self-esteem, learn social skills, have a ton of fun and make lasting friendships! 

Location:

Goldeye Centre in Nordegg

Activities Offered:

Daily social skill lessons, canoeing, archery, swimming, sports, low ropes, games, art, wilderness adventure and so much more!

Transportation:

Bus transportation is provided from Calgary. Campers will be picked up and dropped off at Foothills Academy.

Cost:

Costs for our 2023 Overnight Camps can be seen in the chart above. The fee is eligible for FSCD funding. We are able to bill FSCD directly for camp fees.  

Registration Process:

If your child has never attended an Amicus program before, please complete the Parent Intake Form to begin the process. Once it is determined that your child is eligible to participate in the Camp Amicus program, you will be sent registration forms. Returning camper families will be sent an email with a registration link. The completed registration form and a $100 deposit are necessary to secure your child's spot in the camp.