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Together, We’re Rebuilding the Magic of Camp

For more than 75 years, Camp OAC has been a place where children discover who they are — away from screens and expectations, and fully immersed in the joy of nature, play, and belonging. But in August 2023, when the McDougall Creek wildfire swept through the Okanagan, it destroyed 95% of the camp’s structure. More than the buildings, it disrupted powerful moments of connection for the children, youth, and families gathering here for generations.

Despite the devastation that turned decades of memories to ash, our story didn’t end there. The hope for Camp OAC’s return has remained and together, we are reimagining what our camp can become. We envision a camp where children will have the space, freedom and chance to belong, explore, and lead.

Together with the Diocese of Kootenay, we’re launching a Planning Feasibility Study to listen, learn, and plan wisely as we move toward rebuilding a place where kids can be kids— outside, connected, and free.

 

Join the Conversation

We want to hear from you! Share your insights, ask your questions, and help shape the vision for Camp OAC’s future at one of our upcoming Open Forums:

Monday, October 21 at 12:00 pm (Zoom)

Tuesday, October 22 at 7:00 pm (Zoom)

Zoom Meeting links:

  • https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88321821897?pwd=YqiMSD0IQOqcE0MzvCXxJlPb5Z7e8I.1
  • https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85678218222?pwd=9TDMFRQAoMbOJwRGykTRSDmbNiJMdA.1

 

Learn More

Read our Case for Support [link] to learn more about the vision and plans guiding Camp OAC’s renewal.

Together, let’s rebuild the magic of camp — one s’more step at a time.