Summer Nature Camps
2026 Summer Nature Camp opens mid-January!
The first FAB Nature Camp was founded back in 2003 at Landons Bay in Lansdowne, Ontario. Today, Landons Bay Nature Camp has become a staple in the community and has paved the way for the opening of three more FABulous sites throughout the Frontenac Arch Biosphere. FAB Nature Camp has become a place where friends meet, memories are made, and where children and youth can reconnect with Nature.
At FAB Nature Camps we enjoy the “small camp” vibe and offer a staff to camper ratio of 1:10. With smaller group sizes, we aim to create a supportive environment where campers create their own paths of learning. Follow your curiosities into the woods, wetlands, waterways, and skies of the Frontenac Arch Biosphere because you never know what you will discover!
Summer Camp offers children and youth a chance to jump out of their comfort zone and into a grand adventure, in a supportive environment and with the guidance of outdoor professionals. Our staff are top-notch but Mother Nature is the real guide on our adventures at camp – inspiring games, crafts, and the imagination. Enjoy water-based activities at all 4 sites and swimming opportunities at Mac Johnson, Sand Lake, and Kendrick’s Park this Summer. What would Summer be without water-play, so be sure to pack a bathing suit and towel for when we bring the adventure into the water – swim time will be supervised by NLS certified Lifeguards. What else can you do at camp?
Whatever your imagination can dream of…
✔ Hiking ✔ Swimming ✔ Pond Dipping ✔ Fishing ✔ Science Experiments ✔ Forest Play ✔ Reading ✔ Artistic Expression - drama, crafts, and dance ✔ Skill Building - shelters, orienteering, and knots ✔ Team Building - challenges and games ✔ Woodworking ✔ Gardening ✔ Survival Games
See our full list of Summer Nature Camp themes here.
Another great year of FAB Summer Nature Camps has wrapped up!
Thank you to all the amazing campers, staff, volunteers, guest speakers, educators and storytellers who made it so special.
Details and registration for the 2026 Summer Nature Camp will be posted here in early January 2026. Former campers will receive an advanced notice and early-bird rate prior to public registration opening.
Questions about Summer Nature Camp can be sent to Kim Chamberlain, Nature Camp and Education Manager at education@fabn.ca.
Registration for all Summer Nature Camp locations opens in February 2026.
2026 Summer Nature Camp Registration
Cost: $250 per child/per week ($200 for the four-day weeks)
Nature Explorers: 5 to 11 years old (must be 5 years old as of July 1, 2026)
Leaders in Training: 12 to 13 years old (same registration as our Nature Explorers)
Volunteers: 14 years + (applications required)
Dates: June 29th to August 21st, 2026
Drop off: 8:30 to 9 am daily
Pick up: 4 to 4:30 pm daily
Aftercare: 4:30 to 5:30pm for an additional fee of $50 per child for a full (5 day) week (pro-rated for short weeks). Space is limited and registration is required at least one week in advance.
Locations: 4 FABulous sites from across the Region to choose from; Elgin, Lyndhurst, Brockville and Lansdowne (see details below)
Each week of camp has a different fun and engaging theme for your child to explore! Themes can be found by clicking on each of the camp locations below or reading our full list of Camp themes.
Questions about Summer Nature Camp details, logistics, confirmation of a child’s registration, etc. can be sent to education@fabn.ca.
*New for 2026!*
FABN is pleased to announce the launch of our new Nature Camp Community Bursary Fund.
This bursary fund is intended to help families who might not otherwise be able to access our camps at their full cost, with options for support through a partial or full camp fee bursary.
Spaces are limited and bursary applications will be considered on a first come first served basis. The bursary application will close once funding is exhausted.
Note: Bursaries only cover 1 week of camp and 1 camp t-shirt per child and are not available for travel or other costs associated with a camper’s participation at camp.
Four Camp Locations in the FAB Region to Choose From
Kendrick's Park
Kendrick's Park
Mac Johnson
Mac Johnson
Landons Bay
Landons Bay
Sand Lake
Sand Lake
Our Sand Lake location is part of Rideau Lakes Township, which hosts their own swimming program, and many FAB Summer Nature Campers participate. Learn more and consider signing up for their 2026 lessons here.
Interested in volunteering at camp?
All volunteer applications are reviewed based on skills, experience, and availability. Our FAB Nature Camp team will be selecting and accepting volunteers on a week by week basis. Not all those who apply may be selected. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Nature Camp Manager at education@fabn.ca
