Sci-fari Explorers
Lions, tigers, and bears, oh my! Sci-fari Explorers takes campers into the great outdoors to learn all about the natural world. From plants to animals, desert to deep sea, Sci-fari Explorers will learn about all they can see. Activities include "Invasive Species Tag" and a trip to the Arboretum.
Availability
Check back for Summer 2026.
Pricing
- Camp: $355/week
- Extended Care: $75/week (pre- and post-camp flat fee)
- *NEW* Need financial support? Apply for a Creative Encounters bursary fund
Location
This camp is held at University of Guelph’s main campus, primarily in the Albert A. Thornborough building.
Hours
- This camp runs from Monday to Friday
- Regular Hours:
- Drop-off is between 8:45 AM and 9:00 AM
- Pick-up is 4:00 PM sharp.
- Extended Care (optional):
- Pre-camp supervision from 8:10 AM to 9:00 AM
- Post-camp supervision from 4:00 PM to 4:50 PM
- Camps for grades 2-8 are 5-day programs
- Camp for grades 9-10 is a 10-day program that runs back-to-back across two weeks (with a break over the weekend)
Pick Up & Drop Off
- Campers in the Grades 6-10 may be authorized by a parent/guardian to Self Sign-Out
- A parent/guardian can authorize their Grades 6-10 camper to sign out a younger sibling
Lunch & Snacks
- Campers will have an hour for lunch in addition to a morning and an afternoon snack break
- Lunch and snacks will be eaten outdoors whenever possible
Information Package
All registrants will receive a Pre-Camp Package 1 week before camp that will contain:
- All necessary details and forms needed to attend camp
- Exact pick-up and drop-off details
- Sign-out and self sign-out authorizations
- Medical information
- Special considerations form
- and more!
Important Notes
- "Grade" refers to the grade your child will enter this fall
- Creative Encounters reserves the right to remove your child from camp if you have registered them for the incorrect grade
- Need help Registering for camp? Read our How To Register Guide
- Need to cancel or transfer? Read our Cancellation & Transfers Policy