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Camp Prospect provides a unique experience for children, teens and adults with special needs. As well as the summer session, Camp Prospect runs other sessions during the year. This provides a familiar and safe setting that individuals can attend throughout the year.
Our programme is designed to meet the individual needs of the campers. Different activities are offered at the same time through out the day, allowing the staff to help the campers select the activities in which they will participate. Helping the campers find activities that are fun and fulfilling for them is paramount in the success of our programme. Staff support and encourage each camper, exposing them to new and exciting experiences. The staff rely on many different skills and methods to accomplish this.Staffing is based on the level of support required by each camper. The average level of support is 2:1. Campers receive the appropriate level of support they require to participate in all camp activities. Please see our three-tier support system. Located at the Mansfield Outdoor Center, Camp Prospect is nestled in the rolling hills of Mulmer Township. A hundred acres of open meadow backing onto thousands of acres of mixed forest, provides the opportunity for a wide range of outdoor programming and activities.The Pine River runs through the back of the property. There is also a large pond, which offers the campers an opportunity see, a variety of interesting creatures.
This setting offers three separate facilities that Camp Prospect uses at different times of the year depending on the program. The facilities offer bright, comfortable dining and recreational space. The sleeping accommodations are warm & cozy and There is a large in-ground pool on the property for recreational swimming.The Main Lodge
The lodge contains dining and recreational space. The campers sleep in cabins that are supervised by two overnight awake staff. The swimming pool is located next to the Lodge.
The Field Centre This is an all-inclusive building containing the kitchen and Dining area, dormitory style bedrooms, and additional rooms for activities. Overnight awake staff supervises campers during the night.The Cottage This is a five-bedroom cottage. It is located next to The Main Lodge. The building is fully winterized and is used year round. Our staff are dedicated and caring people who are committed to providing the highest level of care possible. Staff come from varied backgrounds and bring with them a variety of skills. Staff receive ongoing and intense training at Camp Prospect. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training is mandatory for all Camp Prospect Staff. The staff at Camp Prospect empower the campers to participate fully in the camp experience. In a supportive, nurturing, non-competitive and natural setting, Camp Prospect helps each individual to experience pride, confidence, and fulfillment. Our home cooked meals provide a nutritional and well-balanced diet. We serve three meals and two snacks per day and seconds are always available. Special diets and restrictions can be accommodated as long as advanced notice is given. Medication is dispensed by trained staff. In case of an emergency, the nearest hospital is located in Alliston. Summer
Summer camp runs July and August. The programme is offered in one-week sessions. Campers may attend multiple weeks, based on availability.Weekends - Camp Prospect is open most weekends from Sept to June and can accommodate up to nine campers per weekend and runs from Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon. This programme is run out of The Cottage. Christmas - This is a one-week session commencing on December 28th. The programme can accommodate approximately 25 individuals and is located at the Field Centre. March This is a one-week session offered during the school March Break. The programme can accommodate approximately 25 individuals and is located at the Field Centre. Respite Camp Prospect provides long and short-term respite to individuals and families through out the year. The length of stay depends on the need of the individual. Respite is provided at The Cottage. Tourettes Each summer, Camp Prospect runs a one-week session for the Tourettes Syndrome Association of Ontario. This programme is only for children with Tourettes Syndrome. The cost for a stay at Camp Prospect depends on the level of support, length of stay, and which programme the individual is attending. For more information on fees, refer to the registration forms or contact the camp.