Since 1984, we have been holding our Family Camp at the conclusion of boys’ camp and, for many families, it has become a tradition and a highlight of their summer season. It is a great way to finish the summer and rest up prior to the school year. In addition to families who are looking simply for a relaxing holiday, we also welcome alumni returning to relive their past camp experiences and also parents interested in introducing their sons to Nominingue and their children to camp. It is a family camping experience without the hassle of setting up the tent or doing the cooking. Wondering what to pack? Click here for a suggested packing list.
In 2023, Family Camp began on the afternoon of Wednesday, August 23rd, and ended after lunch on Sunday, August 27th. The entire camp is four nights, and guests are welcome to choose any length of stay in one-day increments, based on availability.
Our camp chef and kitchen staff look forward to Family Camp because it gives them an opportunity, after the boys’ camp, to show the full range of their talent. They receive “rave reviews” every summer.
| 2023 Daily rate | |
|---|---|
| Adult | $125 |
| Children | $85 |
| 3 years and under | Free |
*Please note that we book our meals and hold tents based on confirmed reservations, so cancellations may incur charges up to and including the full registration fee.
The majority of our older and more experienced staff stay for Family Camp. They are eager to show you what a great place we have at Camp Nominingue and to make sure that your vacation is everything you wish it to be.
Evening snack is served before the children begin going to bed and there is usually something to nibble on during the day in the Main Lodge. Soft drinks and chocolate bars are also available for purchase.
Here is a partial list of activities we offer. Those marked with an * are the activities in which we offer instruction.
| Archery* | Mountain Biking | Board Games | Beach fun |
| Climbing* | Fishing (bass, pike, doré) | Frisbee Golf | Guitar* |
| Hiking | Outdoor Living Skills* | Campcraft | Riflery* |
| Swimming* | Beach Volleyball | Windsurfing* | Basketball |
| Tennis* | Canoe tripping (day or over night) | Canoeing* | Kayaking* |
| Tether Ball | Overnight canoe trip for children | Orienteering* | Sandcastles |
| Sailing* | Woodworking (paddles, carvings, etc.)* | Sunbathing | Table Tennis |
| Pickleball | …and more! |
In addition, we will be planning special programs for the children, the adults or the whole group, such as:
| Windsurfing* | Camp fires | Moonlight paddles | Games of all sorts |
| Basketball | Sailing Races | Indoor games | Guided Nature Walks |
| Hiking | Treasure Hunts | Mountain Biking | Scavenger Hunts |
| Swimming* | Beach Volleyball | Beach parties | Outdoor Living Skills* |
| Riflery* | Steak Barbecue | Murder Mystery Nights | Traditional Council Ring |
| Corn Roast | Pickleball Tournament |
For golfers there is a well maintained 18-hole public golf course only two kilometres from the camp. “Le P’tit Train du Nord”, with its long distance cycling trail, is also only two kilometres from camp.
We want you to enjoy yourself. You may be as active or as relaxed as you wish. We will not pressure you to join in anything.