Vacation Rentals

For families interested in more of a self-sufficient island vacation retreat, we are offering opportunities to rent our Farmhouse, Cottage and Craigcroft accommodations. The cost for vacation rentals includes accommodation and some traditional camp programming.

Services for all guests

Whether your family opts for a vacation package or a vacation rental, there are services on site that all guests will be able to enjoy.

GUIDED PROGRAMMING

Camp Fircom is located on Chá7elkwnech, Gambier Island, on the traditional and unceded territories of the Squamish Nation. We invite you to join us for some engaging and immersive activities in this beautiful natural setting. 

During each vacation session, our program staff and volunteers will be offering the various camp programming. For most programs, only one family will participate at a time. When registering, families enjoying two-night stays may sign up for a maximum of two guided camp programs, and for three-night stays, families may sign up for a maximum of three guided camp programs.

Canoe or Kayak or Stand-Up Paddle Board

Getting on the waters of Halkett Bay is one of the most rewarding experiences that Fircom can offer! For an additional fee, our experienced guides can show your family how to safely enjoy our paddling adventures. First, we'll go through safety procedures and then we'll hop on board and have some fun. Will you see the seals who call Halkett home? Or maybe the tide will be low and we'll get a glimpse of the purple sea stars lining the ocean floor! Please note that there is an additional $40 charge for canoeing/kayaking/paddle boarding sessions, which is payable at time of booking.

Archery

Is your family ready to stretch their competitive edge and try a new challenge? Archery is the activity for you! Suitable for kids ages 6 and up, archery is a fun new skill to learn and a surefire way to have some laughs. In our expansive archery range, our staff will show you how to be safe and hit that bulls-eye! Well, no promises about the bulls-eye, but you will definitely have a blast!

Tie-Dye Session

Ready to get groovy? Bring some white cotton items from home (t-shirts, socks, etc) or buy some white Fircom t-shirts from the Tuck Shop and bring colour into your family's wardrobe! Our tie dye experts will have a kit ready for your family to tie dye whatever you want, and will show you some techniques to bring a rainbow of colour into your life!

Farm Workshop

Come on in and explore the Fircom Farm! The Fircom Farmer will demonstrate the life cycle of waste, including a peek into our compost bin full of worms! Maybe you'll have a chance to explore our historic orchard which is planted with fruit trees and berries. The farm is an educational space where your family can learn about the science behind ethical food systems and food cultivation. Folks of all ages will have the opportunity to wonder at the complexity and interdependence of nature, and maybe to taste some of its delicious bounty! A garden session could also include a visit with our chicken flock … and the possibility of collecting some eggs! Learn how chickens create a closed loop nutrient cycle and reduce our waste here at Fircom. Monitoring chicken behavior and observation will be a participatory learning opportunity. Maybe you’ll even get to feed the chickens!

Nature Walk or Hike

On our guided nature walks we will head into the forest to learn about local plants and their uses, invasive species, and all the creatures who call the woods their home. Depending on your family's interests, we can facilitate a more challenging hike or an easy-going interpretative nature walk more suitable for even the littlest family members, all while staying physically distanced from each other. Our guides can share nature mindfulness activities, plant identification tips, and even some fun games to get energy flowing!