Camp Chikopi is a traditional overnight summer camp for boys ages 7 to 17, located on the shores of Ahmic Lake in Ontario, Canada.
Founded in 1920, Camp Chikopi is recognized as the world’s first all-sports boys’ camp. Today, we remain proudly family owned and operated, welcoming campers from across Canada, the United States, and many other countries. Our program is intentionally screen-free and built around clear routines, active days, and simple values that have stood the test of time.
At Camp Chikopi, boys spend their days swimming, canoeing, playing sports, learning new activities, and enjoying the freedom that comes from being outdoors and active.
While some campers arrive with organized sports experience, most come to camp for something different: variety, enjoyment, friendship, and the opportunity to try many activities without pressure or specialization.
Our focus is not on winning or early competition. It is on participation, confidence, teamwork, and helping each boy discover what he enjoys and what he is capable of. Campers are encouraged to try new things, support one another, and take pride in personal progress, regardless of experience or ability.
Safety and care are central to everything we do.
Our experienced leadership team, long-serving staff, and structured daily routines provide parents with confidence and give boys the freedom to thrive within clear boundaries. Campers know what is expected of them, where they belong, and who is looking out for them.
Meals are prepared fresh on site by dedicated camp cooks. Nutritious food, consistent schedules, and attentive supervision ensure campers are well cared for throughout the summer.
Camp Chikopi is intentionally traditional and personal.
We believe boys benefit most from real friendships, outdoor play, responsibility, and being part of a close-knit community.
At Chikopi, boys experience:
Structured yet supportive daily routines
Small cabin groups with attentive supervision
A wide range of sports and activities each day
A completely screen-free environment
Positive role models in counselors and staff
Fresh, nutritious meals prepared on site
A safe, well-maintained waterfront and campus
Our goal is for every camper to feel included, involved, and supported.
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Our mission is to provide boys with a positive, healthy, and memorable summer experience that supports their growth as individuals.
We aim to help each camper:
Build confidence and independence
Learn cooperation and respect
Develop social skills and resilience
Discover new interests
Form lasting friendships
These principles guide how we design our programs, train our staff, and care for every camper entrusted to us.
Camp Chikopi has been guided for generations by families who believe deeply in the value of summer camp in a boy’s life.
Many staff members were once campers themselves and return year after year. This continuity creates stability, strong traditions, and a culture of genuine care.
Over more than a century, Chikopi campers have grown into adults in every walk of life. What they share is not a résumé, but the confidence that comes from being part of a community, learning to contribute, and forming friendships that last.
Each summer, Camp Chikopi welcomes boys from Canada, the United States, Europe, Asia, and beyond. This international mix adds richness to camp life, while our size and structure ensure every camper still feels known and supported.
For over 100 years, Camp Chikopi has offered something increasingly rare: a place where boys can unplug from screens, be active all day, make real friendships, and grow in confidence in a safe and caring environment.
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Contact Us
Phone: 705-387-3811
Winter Office (Nov–May): 954-566-8235
Email: campchikopi@aol.com
