Looking for a Memorable, Nature-Inspired Camp Experience?
Registration for Focus on Nature Summer Camp for the 2025 season in Guelph will open in January!
Focus on Nature is a registered charity offering youth the chance to explore the outdoors through photography. Our day camps at the Guelph Arboretum let young artists observe, capture, and celebrate the natural world—combining creativity with environmental appreciation.
We're excited to offer five weeks of Summer Camp again this year in Guelph—now’s the time to register before spots fill up!
Camp Hours: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Extended Care: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm ($5 per half-hour, per day)
Fees: $300 – $425 per week
Ages: 8 to 12 years (at the time of camp)
What to Expect
Participants will spend each day on guided photo walks, enjoy outdoor games, and engage in nature-themed activities led by staff and an Arboretum Naturalist. They'll also learn how to edit their images, create a slideshow, and take these memories home.
Every camper receives a camera and laptop for editing. Familiar with your own camera? Feel free to bring it! Bring along a cleared USB stick too—to save and keep your favorite images.
Safety and Staff
Our camp is thoughtfully designed with care. Equipment is thoroughly cleaned before use, and all staff have passed a Police Records Check (Vulnerable Sector). Daily attendance is capped at 25 campers to ensure a supportive, attentive environment.
Once registered, you'll receive an email confirmation. If you don’t see it in your inbox, please check your spam folder. We’ll also follow up one week before camp with all the final details.
photo by Ari A. at Summer Camp 2025
photo by Arlo V. at Summer Camp 2025
