Our Program

Something for Everyone

  • Canoeing
  • Archery
  • Kayaking
  • Swimming
  • Arts & Crafts
  • Snorkelling
  • Drama
  • Low Ropes
  • Outtrips
  • Zip Line
  • High Ropes
  • Earth Education
  • Gardening
  • Sports
  • Games
  • So much more...
The Big Cove program is designed to help youth grow as individuals while promoting cooperation with others in a safe, supportive community. The YMCA philosophy of spirit, mind, and body helps guide our programs to enhance self-awareness, confidence, trust, and responsibility. We provide a wide variety of exciting programs to ensure there is something for everyone.

The counsellors, working with their campers and our senior staff, design weekly schedules with a balance of cabin group activities and all camp programs. Every morning we offer a variety of activities that allow campers the opportunity to develop skills in areas of their own choosing, whether it is canoeing, earth education, or archery.

From the moment the wake up bell rings at 7:30am to the time the lights go out, the day is filled with exciting experiences that will last a lifetime.

Special Events

From the first step off the bus to the last campfire, each session is filled with special touches designed to leave lasting memories. Besides the regular cabin programs, campers will also participate in Campfires, Campwide Games, Skit Nights, Theme Days, Section Programs, and much, much more.
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Big Cove YMCA Camp
est. 1889
"The experience that lasts a lifetime."