Mom and Me “Camp”

Description

Looking for something to do with your kids this summer, yet need some downtime and pampering for you, too?  “Summer Soul & Sprout”, more fondly know as “Mom & Me Camp“, may be the answer for you.

The “Mom & Me Camp” is a five-day retreat for moms to go away with their kids (ages 4 – 10), without having to do anything other than pack your bags (and make a reservation with us, of course – smile).

This all-inclusive experience removes the friction of daily life—no meal planning, no cooking, and absolutely no dishes. And no hearing: “Mom, I am bored”, “I have nothing to do” or any of the other all too familiar refrains of summer.

From the moment you arrive, the program is crafted to ensure that there is plenty of time for moms to relax and recharge, along with ample time to play with your kids. The program has been developed to provide a balance of family fun with  self-care for mom, to help restore balance and reduce any feelings of burnout.

Mornings are defined by a tranquil start to the day, puttering at your own pace, while sipping freshly brewed coffee. You’ll be able to sleep in because the kids, who sleep in their own rooms, will have been whisked outdoors for breakfast and morning activities.

Throughout the day there are organized activities for the kids, such as Arts & Crafts (and, of course, mom can join in anytime desired), swimming and playing by the beach (there is a lifeguard on duty at specific times), and giant versions of Connect 4, etc.

For moms, there are optional mini workshops/discussions on topics such as “Learning to Say No, Without Guilt”, guided meditation, sound bathing and mindfulness sessions. Most important, it’s time for you to connect with other moms, journal, relax in the sun, nap down by the lake, go into town to explore.

There are times set aside in the morning and the afternoon for families to have fun together. There are, books for all ages, arts and crafts materials, and plenty of board games for indoor activities. Outdoors, there are lots of water toys, pedal boats, kayaks (including a couple of small ones), paddle boards to play with, a Lily Floating pad – and yes we do have plenty of lifejackets.

Evenings at the retreat wrap everyone in the warmth of a classic summer camp atmosphere. After dinner you and enjoy s’mores by the campfire, stargazing (you can really see the stars up here without the city’s lights getting in the way) and sparklers wrap up the day before the kids go down. If it’s raining, there’s always movie night with popcorn. Afterwards, some moms like to return to the fire to ponder the flames, while sipping a special beverage.

Numbers are limited, which means intentional ebb and flow and flexibility of the program, that you have become one of a vacation with friends – without the work. You’ll leave feeling refreshed and restored. Your kids will have had a great time, and you will all feel closer, having made some great summer memories.

Included:

• All program materials, meals, snacks, unlimited tea, coffee and non-alcoholic beverages
• Wi-Fi and on-site parking
• Guided meditation and mindfulness sessions for moms
• Multiple workshops, including “Learning to Say No, Without Guilt”, “How to Make ME a Priority”, etc. for moms
• Arts & Craft and other creative activities
• Use of all water toys (pedal boat, kayaks, paddle boards, a Lily Floating pad) and lifejackets, books, board games, etc.
• Lifeguard services at specific times each day
• Waterskiing exhibition (5-minute drive away), in season
• This fee is for one adult and one child; there is a supplementary fee of $250 per child

Optional Add Ons:

• A visit from a “Snake and Other Critters” to give the children lots of time to interact with the animals.
• Muskoka Steamship Cruise
• Cranberry Marsh visit (a short drive away)
• A high (and low) ropes course, a short drive away. This can be for moms only, or an outing with your kids.