Camp Opemikon, Scout summer camp on Christie Lake, Ontario, Canada
Camp Opemikon is a summer camp located on Christie Lake in Ontario, spreading across a large natural area with diverse accommodation options. The grounds include tent sites, shelter structures, village areas, and cabin facilities arranged throughout the property.
The camp was established in 1938, with its dining hall built using materials from a former farmhouse on the grounds. This resourceful approach reflected how the camp was constructed in its early years.
The name Opemikon comes from an Indigenous language meaning 'near' and 'road or path'. This linguistic heritage connects the place to the land and the people who traveled these routes long ago.
The camp has drinking water, emergency phones, and basic facilities including picnic tables and cooking shelters for visitors. Indoor bathrooms and showers are available throughout the grounds, along with mobile phone coverage.
A Rover Crew was established in 1959 and has run winter camping programs for youth and leaders since 1960. This extended training for older members sets it apart from the main summer operations.
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