Camp Programs

RPLC CAMPERS

Red Pine Leadership Camp

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.  RPLC is held the last week in August before the Labour Day Weekend.

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

Six days of intensive leadership training, access to all camp facilities, daily interest groups, all activities and games, three meals a day and snacks and a life-time of memories.  Bus transportation from a central location in Ottawa will be an extra fee.  Visit our Registration page for camper rates, dates, cancellation policy and frequently asked questions.

Registration is now open, invite a friend and take advantage of our “Refer-a-Friend” program!  See the poster link below.

Once you apply, and email will be sent to you with additional registration details, links to important forms and more.

Encourage more people to join us at Red Pine Leadership Camp by printing the posters below and sharing them in your community and with friends and family.

Financial Assistance

There are financial assistance avenues for those campers in need.  Please contact us at leadership@redpinecamp.org for more information.  Additionally, you my find assistance through KIDS IN CAMP.  The deadline for applications for additional funding is March 1st this year.

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

Vaccine Policy

Healthcare professionals and applicable public health recommendations are guiding our response to COVID-19.  Vaccination requirements for the 2022 summer camping season are expected to include the following:

  • All staff must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to arriving at camp (currently two vaccines at least two weeks before arrival)
  • All campers (including everyone attending, volunteering, or visiting camp) aged 5+ must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to their arrival at camp (currently two vaccines at least two weeks before arrival).
  • Valid medical exemptions (in Ontario, a medical exemption approved by your public health unit and displayed on an enhanced vaccination certificate with QR code) must be shared with the camp office at least two weeks prior to arrival.  Exemptions from outside Ontario will be considered on a case-by-case basis and at camp management’s sole discretion.  Where a jurisdiction has a government process to evaluate medical exemptions similar to Ontario, evidence of such exemption will be requested.  If approved, alternative measures may be required (e.g., proof of a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival at camp).

The abovementioned criteria may be subject to change before camp as applicable public health guidance evolves (e.g., if a booster dose becomes required).  Red Pine Camp will do everything possible to provide at least 8 weeks notice via email and through our website should any of these policies change.

RPLC STAFF

Applications for all Red Pine Leadership Camp 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.

Vaccine Policy 2022 

Healthcare professionals and applicable public health recommendations are guiding our response to COVID-19.  Vaccination requirements for the 2022 summer camping season are expected to include the following:

  • All staff must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to arriving at camp (currently two vaccines at least two weeks before arrival)
  • All campers (including everyone attending, volunteering, or visiting camp) aged 5+ must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to their arrival at camp (currently two vaccines at least two weeks before arrival).
  • Valid medical exemptions (in Ontario, a medical exemption approved by your public health unit and displayed on an enhanced vaccination certificate with QR code) must be shared with the camp office at least two weeks prior to arrival.  Exemptions from outside Ontario will be considered on a case-by-case basis and at camp management’s sole discretion.  Where a jurisdiction has a government process to evaluate medical exemptions similar to Ontario, evidence of such exemption will be requested.  If approved, alternative measures may be required (e.g., proof of a negative PCR test taken within 72 hours prior to arrival at camp).

The abovementioned criteria may be subject to change before camp as applicable public health guidance evolves (e.g., if a booster dose becomes required).  Red Pine Camp will do everything possible to provide at least 8 weeks notice via email and through our website should any of these policies change.

 

RPLC 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.

 

RPLC Lifeguards

RPLC 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).

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

 

RPLC 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! 

 

RPLC 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.

RPLC STAFF 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.  Visit our Work At Camp page to submit your application.  Email us at leadership@redpinecamp.org  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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