Women's Winter Weekend is fast approaching!
Reconnect with friends, enjoy the outdoors, eat healthy, delicious meals and be physically active at this wellness-themed weekend retreat. Try something new and revisit traditional camp activities such as paddling, ropes courses and interpretive nature walk.
Registration for 2027 is coming soon!
Cost:
Adult (17+): $325
*Note all fees are subject to 13% HST
Winter Programs - Be involved in as much (or as little) as you choose.
You will receive a schedule of activities when you arrive on Friday. Many activities are snow dependent so please be flexible as we have no control over the weather.
Helmets are provided for programs requiring them, if you'd prefer to bring your own you are welcome to. Broomball helmets are required to have the face protection of a full cage, while snowsport helmets are required for tobogganing. All other programming gear is provided (ie skis, snowshoes).
Lake ice is very winter weather dependent, updates about ice thickness and the possibility of programs on the lake will be available throughout your stay. Should we be fortunate enough to have enough ice, our lake rink will be opened! Skates are not provided.
What to Bring
- Linens/Bedding – remember to pack sheets and blankets or sleeping bags and towels. Linens are not supplied.
- Indoor Shoes / Slippers - Bring two pair if you can, one pair for the cabin and one pair for the dinning hall
- Cooler / Air Tight Container - any food in cabins will attract critters. Keeping extra snacks in your car or a sealed container may help to prevent unwanted visitors.
- Travel Mugs - We ask that cups and dishes do not leave the dining hall.
- Skates - If you want to skate please bring your own, we do not have skates on site.
- Clothing for Playing Outside - Time for your snowpants, boots, mitts and hats!
Frequently Asked Questions
Aim to arrive between 6 and 9:30pm.
Please check in at the Welcome Centre. Please remember that Dinner is not provided on Friday. Should you need to arrive after 9:30pm on Friday we would appreciate it if you could please notify us by email before the weekend or if your plans change.
Email:jalmar.mcginnis@ymcahbb.ca
Phone: 519-731-4805
Our winterized cabins are heated, have private toilet and shower facilities. Each cabin is equipped with single bunk beds and mattresses. Bedding and towels are not provided. Cabins are located throughout our site a short walk from the main dining building (the Core).
Wanakita offers 3 meals a day as well as an evening snack. Various dietary restrictions can be accommodated with advance notice. Please ensure you've filled out the 'food allergy and dietary restriction' form with a detailed description of your needs so we can provide you with the best possible experience.(For example: lactose or gluten intolerance, vegetarian, etc.)
You are welcome to pack your own snacks, though we ask that you do not bring anything containing nuts as we are a nut free facility. We also recommend bringing an airtight storage container if you choose to bring snacks. (squirrels, racoons and mice love tasty snacks too.)
Alcoholic beverages are permitted on site for this weekend. If you choose to bring alcoholic beverages to Wanakita, we ask that you enjoy them with discretion to ensure the safety and comfort of all members of the camp community. Please do not consume alcohol before participating in or during any program.
Smoking is permitted in the designated areas only. All of our buildings and accommodations are smoke free, as is the rest of our site.
We maintain a zero-tolerance policy for illegal drugs.
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