Arthur Kidston Memorial Camp
ABOUT US
As an accredited member of the Camping Association of Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island (CANSPEI) and The United Church of Canada, Camp Kidston has been building meaningful outdoor experiences for children and youth for more than 55 years!
Founded in 1966, Kidston is located on over 460 acres of woods and water in the northeast corner of Halifax Regional Municipality - and it is the ideal place to get away from the hustle and bustle of city life!
At Camp Kidston, we are committed to creating a just, nurturing environment in which all are fully free to be themselves. We welcome and honour the beautiful diversity of all people reflected in race, colour, national or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, and gender identity or expression.
A week of summer camp at Camp Kidston allows children and youth to develop new friendships, independence, and leadership skills through out-tripping, environmental education, sports and games, swimming, low elements, arts and crafts, canoeing and kayaking, faith exploration, and more.
Camp Kidston also provides year-round community events, facility rentals, and facilitated school programs.
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Meet The Team
Each year, a skilled and diverse team of staff work together to welcome children and youth to Kidston's programs. Our staff are genuine, enthusiastic, creative, caring - and most importantly - passionate about camp! All staff go through a thorough hiring and screening process (including Criminal Record Checks and Child Abuse Registry Checks) to ensure our campers have a safe and positive camping experience.
Our summer team includes cabin counsellors, trained lifeguards and Paddle Canada instructors, program staff, First Aid, admin, and kitchen staff.
Director of Camping
Alison Cook
"I’ve been coming to Kidston since 2015, and what keeps me coming back is the magic of camp—which is just a quick way to summarize the meaningful connections, opportunities for growth, lasting memories, and all the fun that camp is! My favourite camp memory is the first time I slept under the stars on my first overnight out trip. Outside of camp I have a Bachelor of Science in which I studied Computer Science and Social Justice & Community Studies at SMU, and this fall I’ll begin a Bachelor of Education in Secondary Education at MSVU! I also enjoy woodworking and puppetry. I’ve been happy connecting with many supporters of campers that will be joining us this summer, and I can’t wait to see everyone on site soon!"
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Director of Personnel
Thomas Clements
"This will be my 5th year at Kidston! Outside of camp, I am going to StFX University to become a nurse and I am on the StFX Rowing team! At camp, I love all the games we play and I especially love swimming in the lake! I come to camp because the work we do means more to me than anything and I love seeing the growth from people after just 1 week! To all our campers coming this year, I cannot wait to spend another great summer with you all! Let’s make this summer the best one yet!"
Director of Health & Wellness
Maya Ferguson
"This will be my fourth summer working at Kidston, and I’ve been attending camp since 2016 (10 years now!). I keep coming back to camp because it has allowed me to try so many new things and make so many meaningful connections and memories. My favourite memories at camp are my first time going to the bog and when I got to lead my first vespers! Outside of camp, I am working on my bachelors degree in Political Science and History and enjoy hiking, going to the beach, and trying new restaurants. I can’t wait to swim in the lake with all of you this summer, see you soon!"
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Counsellor
Cain
Hey! I'm Cain! A lot of you campers may know me from previous years, either in the kitchen or something else. But I'm a counselor now! I've been coming to camp for many years, coming to see friends and make some new ones. I'd say my favorite part of camp is the games, mainly wildthings and turkeys. But outside of camp I mainly hangout with friends and family, and play a lot of video games. but that's enough about me. I can't wait to see you all in the summer, as my first year as a counselor!
Counsellor
Cambree
Hi everyone! My name is Cambree (she/her) and I'm so excited to be working at camp this summer! I loved Kidston when I was a camper, and now I'm really happy to be a part of staff! Outside of camp, I play the violin, basketball, and I love spending time with my friends and family. I can't wait to meet everyone this summer!
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Counsellor
Charis
Hey! I’m Charis I’ve been coming to camp for 7 years and it will be my second year on staff this summer. My favourite thing to do at camp is either campfire or out-trips! Outside of camp I’ll be studying psychology at Mount Saint Vincent university in the fall! I come to camp because it feels like a safe space and I love being outdoors! I’m looking forward to having a great summer with you all!
Counsellor
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Emily
Hey, I'm Emily! My favorite part about camp is getting to know everyone! I love seeing smiles, hearing laughter, and forming friendships with everyone at camp! Outside of camp I love socializing, singing, exercising, laughing, trying new things, and doing it all for the glory of God!
I come to camp because I feel welcomed for who I am and it brings me overflowing joy to share with everyone else new and old! I absolutely can't wait to have a blast with you for the entire week! The countdown is on!
Counsellor
Gabby
Hi I’m Gabby and I’m so excited to be back on Kidston staff this summer! My favorite activities at camp is campfire and night games! Outside of camp I currently work in parliament and am studying in public administration in Ottawa. I can’t wait to meet you all this summer!!
Counsellor
Jenna
Hello everyone! My name is Jenna and I’m super excited to be back on staff as a counsellor this year. This is my third year on staff, and I’ve been coming to camp since I was a camper. My favourite camp activity is 100% Kidston’s Next Top Model. I come to camp to play fun activities and be out in the sun! Outside of camp I study sciences and you can always find me on stage somewhere. I’m looking forward to another great summer with everyone!
Counsellor
Lyla
Hi everyone! My name is Lyla and this will be my third year coming to camp and my second year on staff. My favourite camp activities are campfire and out trip. Outside of camp, I love going to the beach, hiking, painting, and I’m pursuing psychology and art. I’m so excited to be returning this summer because I love the community and it’s just the very best place. I’m looking forward to seeing familiar faces and meeting new people this summer!
Counsellor
Seth
Hi! My name is Seth and I will be counselling this year! From back when I was a camper to now working as a counsellor, I come back to camp every year because it is a fun, safe, exciting environment that I can call home during the summer time! My favourite thing about camp is spending time with the people I like most. Outside of camp, I spend my time playing and listening to music, skateboarding, and hanging out with my friends. I’m looking forward to seeing everyone I know, and lots of new faces this summer, see you all soon!
Addie
Arts & Crafts
Hey everyone! I’m Addie, and I am so excited to be back at camp for my 4th summer on staff. There are so many things I love about camp, but I keep coming back because I love the sense of community, the lasting memories we make, and the opportunity to create a safe space for every kid to be themselves. Outside of camp, I am working on my Bachelor's degree at Mount Saint Vincent University as a French major with a double minor in psychology and history. I enjoy, baking, listening to music, and spending time with my friends! I can’t wait to meet you all this summer!
Jaimy
Faith Exploration
Hi there!! My name is Jaimy and I’m this summer’s faith exploration lead. This is my 3rd summer working at camp and my 10th summer at camp overall. My favourite part of camp is getting to be outdoors all summer, especially on the lake. Outside of camp, I love to read, write, and play music. I will be studying humanities and biology at Carleton university in the fall. I’m looking forward to exploring big questions with you all this summer!! See you soon
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Liam
Canoe & Kayak
Hey, I'm Liam and back again for my 4th summer on staff. Kidston has been part of my life for a long time and what keeps me coming back is all the great people in our community. If you ask me, the best camp activity is canoeing. I also love campfire! Outside of camp, you can catch me landing my rocket ship on the moon or working as a pizza man, pizza man, pizza man, pizza man, pizza man, pizza man, pizza man, pizza man, pizza man, pizza man, pizza man, pizza man, pizza man, pizza man, pizza man...
Can't wait to make more awesome memories with everyone this summer. See you at camp!
Matt
Sports & Games + Leadership
Hi I’m Matt and I am the Sports and Games Lead, Leadership Assistant, and a lifeguard at camp this summer! This is my fourth year working at camp, and I am super excited to be back! My favourite activities at camp are the camp wide games and night games. Outside of camp, I am a student at Carleton University, studying health science. I come to camp because it was such a key part of my childhood and I want to be able to give kids the same experience that made me fall in love with camp. I can’t wait for the summer, and I look forward to seeing you all!
Saoirse
Outdoor Education + Outtrip
Hey y’all! I’m Saoirse and I’m the Out-Trip and Outdoor Education Lead at camp this summer! This is my third year on staff, and I have been coming to Kidston since 2013. My favourite parts of camp are campfire, and of course out-trip. What keeps me coming back to camp is the incredible community, and the wonderful memories I’ve made over the years. Outside of camp, I dance and am studying Wildlife Conservation Technology at Holland College. Can’t wait to see you all this summer!
Board of Directors
Kidston is governed by a talented Board of Directors that is entirely volunteer! Led by Board Chair Lisa Clements, the Board oversees and assists with Personnel, Program, Property, Marketing, Finance, and Fundraising. Ultimately, the Board ensures that Kidston is able to fulfill its mission of providing positive, outdoor recreational experiences to children and youth within an intentionally inclusive community.
Our Board Members come from a diverse variety of backgrounds, including education, law, business, accounting, psychology, healthcare, engineering, and more.
The Board can be reached via chair@campkidston.com.