Who are we?

No day at Ak-O-Mak is routine. However, we do follow a model to each day.

Unlike any other camp, every begins with our “Early Bird” exercise. Early Bird allows our campers to get a jump-start to their days. The blood is pumping early in the morning. It is a great way for our campers to tackle each day with a running start. Further, the emphasis on exercise – both aerobic and anaerobic – is a life lesson that each camper will carry with her for the rest of her life.

Being the spontaneous folks that we are, we are not unwilling to change our entire day – at a moment's notice. Be it inclement weather, or the desire to want some change, our staff is always ready to change our program – all in an effort to keep camp FUN!

Out-of-Camp Trips are a camp favourite. We usually take these trips on Sunday afternoons.

Here's a quick recap of a typical day at Ak-O-Mak.

A Typical Day At Ak-O-Mak

• 7:15am Wake Up
• 7:25am Early Bird Activity/Exercise
• Campers choose from: Open Water Swimming, Canoeing, Running, Kayaking

• 8:15am Breakfast
• Nutritious, 2-course breakfasts Juices, Cold or Hot Cereal & a Hot Main Course
• Fresh baked bread at EVERY meal
• Family-style meals served by counsellor, at the head of each table
• Announcements at the conclusion of each meal

• 9:15am Inspection
• Cabin Clean Up/Personal Clean Up Time

• 9:35am Cabin Class Periods
• Three, 50-minute sport offerings
• Small classes, thus ensuring individualized instruction
• More advanced instruction for a camper's primary or secondary sport or interest

• 12:30pm Lunch
• Soup or Salad appetizer Sandwiches, casseroles, and other lighter fare
• Fresh Bread, Juice and Dessert
• Each meal is homemade, hearty, healthy and plentiful
• "Mail Call" after lunch
• Festive announcements and cheers after each meal

• 1:30pm Rest Hour
• Optional sleep time or low-key activity

• 2:30pm Team Competition Activity
• Camp's six teams participate in spirited competition in dual and team championship activities
• Golden Rule emphasized in all activities, sportsmanship is paramount
• Focus is FUN - "That's what camp is all about!

• 3:30pm Team Sports Practices (Swimming, Soccer, Tennis, Running)
• The only time there is a distinction between competitive/non-competitive swimmers
• Non-competitive swimmers choose to join one of our other sports teams

• 4:30pm Elective Activity Time
• Choose from numerous elective opportunities: sailing, trampoline, mountain bike, ropes course, wall climbing, swimming, canoeing, archery and more

• 6:00pm Dinner
• Heavier meal, Carbohydrate re-loading

• 7:15-8:30pm Evening Activity/Elective Time
• Time for various activities (such as War Canoe, camp-wide games)
• Inspirational Talks from visiting coaches
• Bathing/Shower Time

• 8:30 – 9:30pm End of Day Activities
• Campfires, Camp Store Open, Phone Night, Cabin Bonding Time
• Camp songs sung at campfire
• 9:30pm Bedtime & Snacks