Camp Programs

Red Pine Leadership Camp (RPLC) ~

RPLC Provides intensive leadership training for teens entering grades 7-11 in an exciting overnight camp environment.  Campers sleep in cabins with well trained cabin counselors and are provided with healthy meals and days packed full of leadership development, camp wide games, interest groups, evening activities, swimming, water activities and general camp fun.

Leadership training includes a host of interactive activities that integrate communication, conflict resolution, team building, diversity, self-discovery and more.  We incorporate a low ropes course and all areas of camp into the program, providing hands-on leadership experiences through which to learn these important skills.

CIT Program

For students who are 16 at the time of camp or are entering grade 11 in the fall.  This program expands on prior leadership knowledge and helps to develop a solid understanding of what it means to be a counselor and lead others in a position of responsibility.  There are a limited number of spaces available for CIT’s.  Applicants will be accepted on a first come first served basis.  You will be notified if you are placed on the waiting list for this program.

Fees Include

Bus transportation to and from Carlingwood Mall in Ottawa, an RPLC t-shirt, delicious and healthy meals and snacks, intensive leadership training by experienced and well trained staff, daily interest groups, large and small group camp activities and games, evening activities and a lifetime of memories.

Financial Assistance:

RPLC has some financial assistance available for campers in need. Please contact us at leadership@redpinecamp.org for more information.

There is an additional option for financial assistance through Kids In Camp. The deadline for applications for this additional funding is 2021 – TBA. The CAMP form can be found here, and the FAMILY form found here will need to both be completed and submitted together. Please contact us at leadership@redpinecamp.org for more information.

 

Important Registration Information 

  • Registration for 2021 TBA! 2021 camp dates: TBA
  • RPLC camp fees for 2021 are $TBA. plus HST.
  • Registration is not processed until the non-refundable deposit of $100 and completed registration terms and conditions & medical forms have been submitted to the office. Forms can be emailed or mailed to the office.
  • Full payment for RPLC is due June 1, 2021 – If payment is not received by this date, campers will loose their spot on the priority list after this date and you may be placed on the wait-list.

REFER-A-FRIEND to RPLC Promotion – Refer a friend (a new camper) by emailing your name and theirs to leadership@redpinecamp.org If they attend camp this year, you will receive a $10* non-refundable credit, to spend at the tuck shop during the week (up to $40!).

Your booking will be confirmed once your deposit and all completed paperwork has been received by the office.

RPLC Camper Registration

Deposits must accompany or be followed by the Camper’s Registration.  Please follow directions as stated in “Request for Deposit” email.  Deposits can be made by e-transfer or by cheque payable to Red Pine Camp (note: RPLC and your booking ID on the cheque).

Contact Us

If you have any questions about RPLC or about registration, please do not hesitate to contact us by email or phone! leadership@redpinecamp.org

Golden Lake Office

(Mid-June – Mid September)

618 Island View Drive

Golden Lake ON K0J 1X0

Phone: (613) 625-2355

Fax: (613) 625-1174

Ottawa Office

(Mid-September – Mid-June)

1132 – 2720 Queensview Drive

Ottawa ON K2B 1A5

Phone: (613) 828-0700

Fax: (613) 828-6711

RPLC Cancellation Policy

Cancellations for Red Pine Leadership Camp made before June 1st will be refunded the camp fee, less an administration charge of 50% of the booking deposit.  Bookings cancelled after June 1st will forfeit the entire booking deposit; the balance of camp fees will be refunded.

Registration deadline and full payment is due on June 1, 2019.

We will still accept registrations as long as there are camper spots available.  After June 1st, once your online registration has been submitted, you will receive an email stating the next steps or indicating your place on the waiting list.

Full payment will be required with the camper forms to confirm your spot.

 

 

Work at Red Pine Leadership Camp

RPLC looks for talented Senior Staff, Counsellors and Lifeguards to run this one-week program.
Applications can be submitted to leadership@redpinecamp.org.

RPLC STAFF

Applications for all Counselor and Lifeguard positions are now OPEN!

RPLC is looking for staff who have been involved in leadership experiences in their school or community. This could include student leadership, student or athletic council, sports teams, clubs and organizations, youth group, Guiding or Scouts, 4H, day or overnight camp etc.

 

Counselors

Responsible for the care of approximately 8 campers, counselors plan and organize leadership sessions, interest groups and assist with and participate in evening program.

 

Lifeguards

Lifeguards are on the waterfront during free swim periods and run waterfront based interest groups and camp programming. Lifeguards also assist with dishes after meals (which is actually a very fun thing to be a part of).

Counselors and lifeguards must be 17 or older at the time of camp.

 

Senior Staff

Senior Staff work together to plan and run camp. It is a busy and incredibly rewarding experience. The Senior Staff positions include Leadership, Section Directors, Programmer, and Waterfront. Please see the application form for descriptions of each position.

Applications for Senior Staff are now OPEN! 

 

Staff Training

  • Staff Training Dates: In Ottawa – mid-May; and at Camp a weekend in  June
  • Staff must be available through the entire week of camp

All staff must participate in staff training.

Applications

Applications are an online forms and will be automatically submitted. You will need to complete your application in one sitting so please give yourself enough time. Email us if you have any problems.

Reference form

All staff applicants must submit two references. Please follow the link and print off the Reference Form below and give it to your reference to complete. It should arrive at the camp office before the application due date.

Red Pine is committed to creating an inclusive environment that accommodates all individuals, including those with disabilities. We support the goals of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Acts (AODA) and have established policies, procedures and practices which adhere to the accessibility standards set out in the AODA. Should you require any accommodation throughout the application process please do not hesitate to contact the camp.

Spreading the word about RPLC!

We need help spreading the word to new Staff. Print out the flyer(s) below and post or ask about distributing at school, your job, community center or church. We would be happy to make a presentation about working on staff for your school or community organization!

Red Pine Leadership Camp

2720 Queensview Drive, Suite 1132
Ottawa ON, K2B 1A5

Phone: (613) 828-0700
Fax: (613) 828-6711

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