We’re so happy you’ll be joining us for this special weekend at Camp NeeKauNis! To help ensure that everyone has a safe, respectful, and joy-filled experience, we ask all guests to follow NeeKauNis's guidelines.

 

General Guidelines

In the spirit of community care, respect for the Camp, and Quaker values, we kindly ask that you refrain from bringing or using the following:

• Firearms, fireworks, or illegal drugs

• Animals or pets (unless arranged in advance)

• War toys or anything promoting violence

• Bicycles, ATVs, or motorcycles (except for travel to Camp)

 

Smoking & Vaping

If you smoke or vape, please use the designated Fire Pit area. Dispose of cigarette butts and matches in fireproof containers, and remember to empty them into the green bin once fully cooled.

 

Health & Safety

First Aid

If you need first aid during the weekend, Keira will be our go-to person. She’ll be nearby and happy to help.
If you’re feeling unwell before the weekend, we encourage you to rest and recover at home. If you begin feeling unwell while at Camp, please let Keira know right away.

 

Mosquitoes, Ticks, and Poison Ivy

Camp NeeKauNis is a beautiful natural space—and with that comes a few wild companions. Mosquitoes and ticks are common in the warmer months, so bring insect repellent and check yourself daily for ticks.

Poison ivy grows in the woods, though we work to keep it away from high-traffic areas like the beach and cabins. If you’re not sure what it looks like, just ask—someone will be happy to point it out. We recommend staying on marked trails unless you're confident in your ability to recognize and avoid it. If you do come into contact with poison ivy, wash the affected area with heavy-duty dish soap as soon as possible.

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Trails Around Camp

A well-used trail leads from the main cabin area down to the waterfront. It’s a beautiful walk, but please be aware that some sections are steep and uneven, with tree roots and rocks. Other trails through the woods are unmaintained and may be overgrown or rough, depending on recent use.

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Waterfront & Swimming

Please note that there will be no certified Camp NeeKauNis lifeguard on duty. Use of the waterfront is at your own risk. If you choose to swim or use watercraft, you’ll be asked to sign a waiver acknowledging that you understand and accept the risks.

If you’re using the waterfront under an “at-risk” waiver:

• Do not go to the waterfront alone

• Children must be actively supervised by an adult at all times

• Swim with a buddy and stay within the buoy line

• Non-swimmers should remain in shallow areas

• Life-jackets must be worn at all times when using a boat

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Getting to the Waterfront

For those staying overnight, there may be time to enjoy the beach. As noted, the main trail from the cabin area to the beach is steep in sections. Just before reaching the water, you’ll cross a wide, level public path—the former rail bed, now part of the Trans-Canada Trail. If you have mobility challenges and can’t use the Camp trail, there’s an alternative: you can be dropped off in Waubaushene at Albin Road and access the beach via the Trans-Canada Trail. This alternate route is paved and flat.