Looking for an unforgettable summer experience where your child can unplug, explore, and truly belong? Beyond the Trees Summer Camps give young campers the perfect opportunity to connect with themselves and others while soaking up the beauty of nature at stunning Camp Mackinicholea!
Open to youth ages 5 to 17, Beyond the Trees overnight camps pack in all the best parts of summer including canoeing, hiking, arts & crafts, outdoor learning, games, theme meals, a talent show, and so much more! Activities like yoga and journaling will also provide a spiritual focus, without being secular or religious.
With something for everyone, it’s easy for campers to bond over shared interests and exciting new adventures. Along the way, they’ll build confidence, resilience, and lasting friendships while deepening their connection to nature and to themselves. What truly sets these camps apart is their warm, welcoming focus on inclusivity and meaningful connection for every camper!
Beyond the Trees proudly creates a safe, supportive space for all kids. Their Born This Way camp is one of Alberta’s only queer-affirming camp programs, welcoming LGBTQ2S+ youth, allies, and siblings for a joyful week of community, fun, and friendship. Rooted in values of mental wellness, personal growth, and belonging, each camp is open to EVERYONE and offers a space where kids can feel seen, celebrated, and totally free to shine!
Beyond the Trees Summer Camps offer several options in July and August:
Leadership Camp (Ages 14-17) | July 15 – 20, 2025
Youth will start their leadership training with 6 days learning the basics of counseling, communication, teamwork & problem solving, as well as earning their Level C first aid training. They will then gain practical experience working with campers at one of the other camps.
Born This Way (Ages 5-17) | July 22 – 27, 2025
This 6 day camp is a safe haven for anyone in the LGBTQ2S+ community, their allies or siblings. Campers will enjoy all the same inclusive and supportive programming as the other camps in a comfortable space to call their own!
Camp Borealis Sleep Away Camp (Ages 5-17) | July 30 – Aug 4, 2025
Campers aged 5-17 will be able to experience 6 full days of exciting summer camp programming including crafts, outdoor education, canoeing, and more.
Borealis Day Camp (Ages 5-17) | July 31 – Aug 3, 2025
Experience all the fun of camp without the overnight stay! Campers aged 5-17 will enjoy 4 full days of daytime programming including crafts, outdoor education, canoeing, and more.
2025 camps will be hosted at Camp Mackinicholea! Camp Mack is situated on a peninsula on Long Island Lake, 30 minutes North of Westlock.
Registrations can be completed online. All camp registrations will include a free camp t-shirt!
Beyond the Trees Summer Camps:
Date: Camp programs between July 15 and August 4, 2025
Where: Camp Mackinicholea on Long Island Lake (30 minutes North of Westlock)
Phone: April at (780) 695-6854
Email: beyondthetreesprogram@gmail.com
Website: www.beyondthetrees.ca
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