Forest camp

Forest Camp at Mt. Nemo

Camp Kahuna’s Forest Camp is an outdoor skills day camp in Burlington at Mt. Nemo Scout Camp, where campers build shelters, learn fire building, cook outdoors, explore the trails and take on a new adventure each week.

Where Mt. Nemo Scout Camp, Burlington
Ages 5 to 12
Length One week
Runs Two weeks in July
Price $395 a week
Counsellors 9 campers to each staff member

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A minute at this camp

Campers on a forest trail during the colour run

What makes Forest Camp different

Forest Camp brings the Camp Kahuna experience into the great outdoors. Designed for kids who love to explore, our outdoor summer camp in Burlington gives campers the chance to build shelters, learn fire building, cook outdoors, practise orienteering and discover the plants and wildlife found throughout the property.

Camp Kahuna first brought its day camp program to Mt. Nemo Scout Camp in 2024. Surrounded by forest, trails and open spaces, with access to Bronte Creek, the property creates the perfect setting for a different kind of Kahuna adventure.

Throughout the week, campers explore, get their hands dirty and learn practical outdoor skills while working together to solve problems and take on new challenges. Along the way, they build confidence, independence and leadership while discovering just how much they can do for themselves.

A camper grinning inside a bubble soccer ball on the field — Bubble soccer, one of the big events every Forest Camp week.

What a week looks like

Four activities from a Forest Camp week. These photos were taken at Camp Sidrabene, five minutes away.

Fire building It starts with gathering and carrying the wood.
Bronte Creek The creek runs through both properties, and a net is all it takes.
The creek Creek adventures with friends
Camp-wide games Played in the trees rather than on a field.

More to do each week

There's more to the week, from outdoor skills to leadership discussions.

Outdoor skills

Build a shelter, start a fire, cook outdoors and learn orienteering.
Nature

Identify local trees and animals, and explore the nature cabin.
The Wet and Wild Event

It runs every week.
One big event a week

Bubble soccer and laser tag are two of them.
Leadership discussions

Led by the camp directors.

Building Confidence in the Outdoors

At Forest Camp, leadership grows through experience. Camp directors introduce leadership skills through group discussions, then campers have opportunities to put those ideas into practice throughout the day.

Leadership might look like holding a shelter steady while the group builds, helping a friend through a challenge, listening to someone else’s idea or encouraging the group when something doesn’t work the first time.

Our cooperative games follow the same approach. Everyone has a role to play, and success comes from working together rather than simply finishing first. Campers learn that being a leader means communicating clearly, taking responsibility, showing perseverance and helping the people around them succeed too.

Planning your day

8:00am: Before care opens, for an extra fee
8:20am to 9:00am: Morning drop-off
4:00pm: Afternoon pick-up
5:00pm: After care closes, for an extra fee

Mt. Nemo Scout Camp is Camp Kahuna's second location in Burlington, five minutes from Camp Sidrabene. If you have one child at Forest Camp and another at day camp, allow a few minutes between the two drop-offs.

The washrooms

They’re porta-potties. There are three at Mt. Nemo and they have wash basins and soap. Camp staff clean them daily, and a professional service deep-cleans them.

Questions about Forest Camp

What ages is Forest Camp for?

Forest Camp is for campers aged 5 to 12, the same as day camp at Sidrabene.

How is Forest Camp different from day camp at Sidrabene?

Day camp at Sidrabene runs on a 65-acre property with a pool and Bronte Creek. Forest Camp is built around outdoor skills, from shelters and fires to the nature cabin and the trails. Both are day camps, and the two sites are five minutes apart.

Do campers stay overnight at Mt. Nemo?

No. Forest Camp is a day camp. Campers arrive in the morning and go home in the afternoon. Overnight camp is a separate programme, and it doesn't run at Mt. Nemo.

Which weeks does Forest Camp run in 2027?

Forest Camp runs for two weeks in 2027, July 12 to 16 and July 19 to 23. Both run at the same time as day camp at Sidrabene.

Do you take campers from Milton or Waterdown?

Yes. Most families come from Burlington, Oakville and Waterdown, and more now come from across the GTA.

What a camper said

"I've been coming to Camp Kahuna for six years, and the thing I love most is how much fun we have."

A camper on Camp Kahuna

Where this camp is

Forest Camp at Mt. Nemo

Mt. Nemo Scout Camp, 4894 Side Road 2, Burlington, ON L7R 3X4

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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We honestly can’t say enough good things about Kahuna! This was Jaxon’s 4th summer at camp, and he’s been going since he was 5. He absolutely loves it and looks forward to it every summer. It’s such a true camp experience with amazing leaders, tons of games, great friendships and such a fun, friendly atmosphere. Everything is so well organized, and you can tell the staff really care about the kids. His younger brother has been dying to go but has been too young, so hopefully next summer will finally be his turn! Kahuna has become such a special part of our summers, and we’ll keep coming back for as long as we can!
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Kahuna is always our number one choice for the summer! From running around and swimming to playing in the creek, there’s truly something for everyone. The counselors are kind, caring, and fun, and they have made a genuine effort to get to know my kids and their individual interests. As a parent, I cannot recommend this camp enough. It’s the perfect place for kids to be kids, build friendships, and create lasting memories while learning important lessons to help guide them through life. While camp may be over for the summer my kids have yet to stop reminiscing about their time at Kahuna this summer!!
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our boys love camp kahuna. This is where kids just get be kids.  Where being silly and getting dirty is totally fine. Connor & Scott, and all the staff make this an awesome experience for the kids. The leadership lessons and fun activities mean my kids come home truly happy every day.  I trust kahuna with my kids, the regular communication is great and the staff are available to talk to.  We have done both locations of day camp, sleep over and now my older son is in their extreme team. Can’t say enough good things.
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My daughters have been going to Camp Kahuna for the past ten years and are now on the Extreme Team and hope to one day become counselors - they've had the best experiences and have loved it so much! Conor, Scott and everyone else make the camp so welcoming and fun for all kids! Highly recommend!!
  
 
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 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. My son (7.5) had a great time here. He was able to be in a group with his school friends. He will be back next year. Thank you Camp Kahuna!
  
 
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