McMaster Department of Athletics & Recreation Camps: March Break & Summer

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A summer tradition for Hamilton area youth since 1977, McMaster Athletics & Recreation Camps have been a constant in sharing the joys of play, learning and friendship with our community while building memories that last a lifetime. 

We are currently preparing to run our regular programming and ancillary services for the 2023 season. We will continue to operate under guidance from the Ontario Camps Association (OCA), Hamilton Public Health, and McMaster University and will update families if new information becomes available. McMaster Camps and the university will continue to assess on a daily basis the COVID-19 situation and any changes to public health recommendations. McMaster Camps programming may be subject to change or cancellation with limited notice. We appreciate your understanding.

Life just isn’t the same without summer camp and we can’t wait to make more memories together!

Registering for Camp

2023 Registration opening February 13th at 12:00pm!

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Busing

Busing

Our buses run in July and August from stops in Ancaster, Burlington, Hamilton Mountain and Downtown, Oakville, Stoney Creek, Waterdown and Winona.

Lunch Program

Lunch Program

Delicious and nutritious lunches for the kids and affordable, scramble-free mornings for you! Check the menu and order by the week...

Extended Care

Extended Care

Our Extended Care program is offered for all day camps from 7:30am-5:30pm.

Special Needs & One-on-One Support

Special Needs & One-on-One Support

We strive to provide a fun and inclusive experience for all of our campers and work with families to help them achieve their goals while providing an integrated, enjoyable camp experience.

Swim in Our Olympic Pool & Climb Our Alpine Tower

Swim in Our Olympic Pool & Climb Our Alpine Tower

Many of our camps include daily swims in our Olympic pool and a chance to experience our Altitude program’s Alpine Tower & Climbing Wall.

Camp Spaces & Parking: Construction Notice

Camp Spaces & Parking: Construction Notice

In October 2018, construction started on the Student Activity and Fitness Expansion at David Braley Athletic Centre (DBAC) and Ivor Wynne Centre (IWC). A few of our camp spaces have changed as a result, but our commitment to Fun and Learning is still the same.