Dad, Kids & Teens Camp
A weekend of fun in the great outdoors. Dad, Kids & Teens Camp is filled with opportunities for quality time spent together, capped off by a camp-wide afternoon extravaganza!
Next Dad & Kids Camp Date:
Friday, June 6 - Sunday, June 8, 2025
PARTICIPANTS:
Dads & other male caregivers, kids that have completed Kindergarten through to Grade 6 (Ages 5 to 12), and teens that have completed Grades 7 to 9 (Ages 12 to 15).
FEES:
Adults: $340.00 + GST
First Kid/Teen: $245.00 + GST
Second Kid/Teen: $205.00 + GST
Craigcroft Add-on: $50 per room
Cottage Add-On: $100 per room
Upcoming 2025 Family Camps:
Dad, Kids & Teens Camp
A weekend at Camp Fircom gives dads an opportunity to connect with their kids and teens while enjoying a variety of fun and engaging programs on offer. Dad, Kids & Teens Camp is a blend of structure and choice, giving families a chance to play, relax, discover, and learn together, while also allowing dads time to hang-out with other dads.
After arriving and settling into your chosen accommodation Friday evening, you'll have time to get to know the other families at camp. After dinner, there will be games, a campfire, and snacks - all facilitated by our friendly staff! Late night programs offer dads, kids and teens options to wind down the day as they choose.
Saturday morning you can choose to participate in a polar bear dip in the ocean before enjoying breakfast. The morning and afternoon program sessions feature a variety of options suitable for a wide range of ages and interests. Younger children will be accompanied by their parents to their age-appropriate program options and older kids and teens are welcome to participate independently or stay with their families during the blocks – the choice is up to your family. If you want to have some free flowing self-guided time to enjoy your time at camp as a family, you can do that too – none of the sessions are mandatory!
Sunday morning we will slow down the pace and enjoy more unstructured time, followed by the exciting camp-wide extravaganza. Past years have included events like the high octane cardboard box car rally, the family relay race, and the creative construction of catapults for an egg launching competition. Alternatively, families that would like to head out on a hike can join a guided group, or choose to explore the forest trails solo to finish off the weekend.
The real magic of Dad, Kids & Teens Camp is about relishing an entire weekend free of interruptions caused by phones, chores, tasks and obligation. The only commitment is to enjoy the weekend at your family's own pace and to take advantage of the opportunity for connection that camp fun provides. Uncles, grandpas, cousins and other male caregivers are all welcome!
WHAT TO EXPECT
Getting to/From camp
Horseshoe Bay Public Dock
Camp Fircom staff will sign you in at the park near the Horseshoe Bay Public Dock.
Boat Departures
Departure times for 2025 Dad, Kids ‘n Teens Camp will be as follows:
Friday, June 6: Departing Horseshoe Bay at 2pm and 3pm.
Sunday, June 8: Departing Camp Fircom at 1pm and 2pm.
An email will be sent to all participants 3-4 weeks before camp with important details about when to meet in Horseshoe Bay, as well what to bring for your adventure!
The water taxi crossing takes approximately 25 minutes but there can be delays with loading, winds, etc.
Sometimes it can take some time to load to boats, so please be patient with us as we get everyone to and from camp safely.
Parking
We highly recommend taking public transit or being dropped off in Horseshoe Bay to avoid the hassle of finding parking. If you need to park, the following lots are available:
Lions Tiddlycove Parking ($10/day): This parking lot is a 20 min walk from the Horseshoe Bay Public Dock up under the highway. PLEASE NOTE: As of May 8, 2024, there has been a significant reduction in the size of this lot, due to falling debris from the overpass.
BC Ferries Parking ($17-$19/day): These short-term and long-term parking lots are centrally located in Horseshoe Bay village but can quickly fill up on weekends.
Accommodation
When you register for Dad, Kids & Teens Camp you have the option to select Cabins or Bell Tents at no additional charge. Our dormitory style accommodation called Craigcroft is an additional fee of $50.00 per room (one bunk and one single bed). For 2025 Camps, we have added our Cottage as an accommodation option. The additional fee for Cottage is $100 per room (two single beds).
Learn more about Camp Fircom’s accommodations here.
Unanswered questions?
Check out our FAQ section or email us at info@fircom.ca
The setting is gorgeous; the staff are warm and friendly; the water is spectacular; and Camp Fircom has the best food and farm around. I believe in Camp Fircom.
- Dad & Kids Camper, 2018