Camp Tamakwa

Camp Tamakwa Camp Tamakwa is a children’s overnight summer camp in Algonquin Park, Ontario, founded in 1936.

With one of the most diversified outdoor recreational programs available, Tamakwa campers and staff members enjoy 80 years of rich traditions, core values, family atmosphere, and camp spirit, all in a beautiful Algonquin Park setting.

06/02/2026

Tamakwa T-Shirt Day 2026: Tamakwa spirit around the world!

A big thank you to everyone who participated in Tamakwa T-shirt day yesterday! It was incredible to see the Tamakwa spir...
06/01/2026

A big thank you to everyone who participated in Tamakwa T-shirt day yesterday! It was incredible to see the Tamakwa spirit from Tea Lake to Toronto, plus wonderful submissions from Michigan, Colorado, New York and so many more… even Thailand!
If you missed it, don’t worry: We’ve created an Instagram Highlight album (‘26 T-Shirt Day) and we’ve got a video reel recap coming tomorrow. 📽️🦫

Tamakwa T-Shirt Day is TODAY! Grab your favourite camp shirt (or hat, or sweats, etc) and upload a pic to your Instagram...
05/31/2026

Tamakwa T-Shirt Day is TODAY! Grab your favourite camp shirt (or hat, or sweats, etc) and upload a pic to your Instagram or Facebook. Don’t forget to tag .
Happy T-Shirt Day, Tamakwans!

Throwing it back to the early 1950s in honour of this weekend's upcoming annual Tamakwa T-Shirt Day! If you look closely...
05/28/2026

Throwing it back to the early 1950s in honour of this weekend's upcoming annual Tamakwa T-Shirt Day! If you look closely, you'll see the Pioneers in this photo have Tamakwa Lodge written on their shirts. In the early days, Tamakwa had two distinct sides: Camp Tamakwa for Boys, run by Unca Lou Handler, and The Tamakwa Lodge for Girls, run by Lou's sister Esta Handler Kraft.

So, if you've ever wondered why the Tamakwa song lyrics are "What a Lodge! What a Camp! What a place!"... that's why!

THIS SUNDAY, MAY 31 grab your favourite vintage shirt and show your Tamakwa spirit!

There's some truth in every myth...Shop at any Roots Store or online and save 20% using the code TAMAKWA.
05/27/2026

There's some truth in every myth...

Shop at any Roots Store or online and save 20% using the code TAMAKWA.

30 days until Tamakwa 2026! ⏳🦫Now we’re close. The gear is getting sorted, the docks are back in, and our spring crew is...
05/26/2026

30 days until Tamakwa 2026! ⏳🦫

Now we’re close. The gear is getting sorted, the docks are back in, and our spring crew is hard at work bringing camp back to life after the winter. 30 days until the first lake swim of the season, dining hall cheers, and that feeling of being exactly where you’re meant to be.

There's nothing quite like camp friends 💚 Save 20% at any Roots store (or online!) from May 26-29 using the code TAMAKW...
05/26/2026

There's nothing quite like camp friends 💚 Save 20% at any Roots store (or online!) from May 26-29 using the code TAMAKWA. Visit the Roots location nearest you, or visit https://theslope.ca/4v40p6l

Start planning your outfit and make plans with a camp friend! Tamakwa T-Shirt Day is May 31, 2026!!
05/22/2026

Start planning your outfit and make plans with a camp friend! Tamakwa T-Shirt Day is May 31, 2026!!

We welcome, we welcome you… Please join us in welcoming Tamakwa Program Directors Jake Godfrey and David Casely!Jake is ...
05/19/2026

We welcome, we welcome you… Please join us in welcoming Tamakwa Program Directors Jake Godfrey and David Casely!

Jake is stepping into the role of Program Director after previously serving as an awesome Assistant Program Director. Jake grew up at camp, became a great counsellor, CIT director, and has even worked year-round in the camp office. A skilled canoeist and former Canoe Activity Leader, Jake is celebrating his 18th summer on the shores of South Tea this year — a special milestone for someone who has brought so much energy and heart to camp over the years.

David first joined the Tamakwa family three summers ago as a Tripper, but he’s always been a camper. Growing up on a farm in the southwest of England, David developed a love for the outdoors early on. His first outdoor education job was as a canoe and kayak specialist, and since then he’s worked as a counsellor, activity leader, section head, and Program Director. Around camp, David is happiest with a fishing rod in hand, leading a team-building game, or out in a canoe exploring the park.

Together, this duo brings an incredible mix of experience, enthusiasm, and camp spirit to the program team. We can’t wait to see them bring the magic of Tamakwa to life this summer!

📸 : Today -> recently -> throwback 🛶

We welcome, we welcome you… Please join us in welcoming Avi Teich as our Camp Coordinator for Tamakwa 2026!Returning for...
05/15/2026

We welcome, we welcome you… Please join us in welcoming Avi Teich as our Camp Coordinator for Tamakwa 2026!

Returning for his 18th summer at Tamakwa and his 3rd as Camp Coordinator, Avi is an integral part of camp life and the program team. Avi previously ran the windsurf docks, and windsurfing remains one of his favourite things to do at camp.

As Camp Coordinator, you’ll often spot Avi running around camp with a clipboard in one hand and a coffee mug in the other. His role involves a little bit of everything — a true camp Swiss Army knife — from duty grids and day-off schedules to ER runs and staff special goodness. Working closely with Jake and David as part of the program team, Avi plays an important role behind the scenes in evening programs, all-day programming and Colour Wars, helping make some of the most memorable moments of the summer feel magical for campers.

18 summers at Tamakwa: Chai! A fitting milestone for someone who helps bring camp to life.

📸 Now & then (his first first of many camp photos with Jake)

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Toronto, ON
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