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Camp Creative | July 28–August 1, 2025 (Week 4)

Emma Fish
Paige Jung
Maplewood House
399 Seymour River Pl, North Vancouver, BC V7H 1S6
Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
July 28–August 1, 2025
Ages: 6–11 only

 

Week 4 Camp Creative

Emma’s Program Highlights: Painting, Papier-mâché, Sandcastle sculpting on the beach, Masking Making,  Drama games

Paige’s Program Highlights: Collaborative mixed media, Zine making, Puppet making

Each week is packed with a fun range of projects, including eco-inspired creations, clay sculpting, fabric dyeing with natural materials, puppet-making, zine creation, painting, stamping, tie-dye, felting, and weaving. Campers also enjoy drama games and music. No two weeks are the same, each session is uniquely shaped by the skills and passions of that week’s lead instructor.

Learn more about Instructor Emma Fish and Paige Jung

“Each camp is unique. Sign up for one, two, or all of them!” Registration for Camp Creative closes 5 days before the start of the camp. Learn more about all our camps

Essential Camp Details
July 28- Aug 1, 2025

Time: 8:30 AM – 3:30 PM
Drop-off: 8:30 AM
Pick-up: 3:15 – 3:30 PM

Location:
399 Seymour River Place, North Vancouver, V7H 1S6
Large brown cabin, top floor at Maplewood House

 Contact Information:

  • Camp Creative (Instructor, Venue & Child-Related Matters) – 236-990-7855
  • North Van Arts Office (Box Office & General Inquiries) – 604-988-6844

What Your Child Will Experience
Campers will:

  • Venture beyond the cabin on daily nature walks through the beautiful forest surrounding Maplewood House
  • Hear the sounds of nearby farm animals and enjoy breaks in our private playground overlooking the neighbouring farm, home to many friendly goats
  • Take part in our Thursday beach adventure, just minutes away near the scenic Seymour River
  • Share their creations during our Friday afternoon mini-exhibition, families are invited to come early to celebrate all the creativity!
  • Experience supportive camp sizes. Max number of participants is 12 kids.
  • Be led by a professional instructor and supported by two dedicated assistants and a team of passionate volunteers, ensuring every camper receives personalized attention, encouragement, and the freedom to explore their creativity.

What to Bring

Daily Essentials:

  • Nut-free lunch and snacks
  • Reusable water bottle (labeled)
  • Running shoes or sneakers (no flip-flops or sandals)
  • Weather and art-making-appropriate clothing, including:
    • Rain jacket and boots for wet days
    • Sun hat and sunscreen for sunny days
  • Spare change of clothes
  • Backpack to carry all items
  • Any required medications:
    • EpiPens, inhalers, or other essential items
    • Allergy instructions or medical needs (please inform staff upon arrival)
  • Optional: comfort item for younger campers (please label)

Thursday Beach Day – Additional Items:
Each Thursday, we head out for a local beach walk near the Seymour River. Please pack:

  • Towel
  • Swimsuit or water-friendly clothing
  • Water shoes or sandals with straps (no flip-flops)

For Parents

Friday Exhibition

Families are invited to come early on Friday at 2:30 PM for our end-of-week mini-exhibition to celebrate your child’s artwork! Please bring a bag to take all creations home.

Age Limit

This camp is designed for children aged 6–11. Please ensure your child is 6 years old or older on the day of camp before registering.

Waiver & Sign-In/Out Policy

  • Parents/guardians will be required to sign a waiver on the first day.
  • Daily sign-in and sign-out is required.
  • Please inform us who will be picking up your child each day. ID is required for both drop-off and pick-up.

If the camp you’re hoping for is full, please email info@northavanarts.ca to join the waitlist.
Use the subject header: “Camp Creative Waitlist Week (insert week)” and include:

  • Your name, phone number, and email
  • The name(s) and age(s) of your child(ren)

Note on Cancellations:
Late cancellations reduce opportunities for other families and create financial strain for our non-profit organization. If you need to cancel or switch camps, please notify us promptly. See our full Terms of Service & Refund Policy.

Member Perks – 15% Discount

North Van Arts Members receive a 15% discount on select adult and youth classes and workshops (15% off the first participant per applicable workshop.)

Here’s how to access your discount:

  1. Become a Member: Join Now
  2. Get Your Code: Call us at 604-988-6844
  3. Apply It: Use the discount code during checkout

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