Summer Camp & Retreat Facility

Support a 2026 Camper Give Today Reach out to learn more: Justine "Jolly" Donor Relations Coordinator 519-764-2317 donate@campisbetter.com Camper Sponsorship Program Help Every Child Experience the Magic of Summer Camp At Pearce Williams, we believe that every child deserves a week at camp. Our Camper Sponsorship Program is dedicated to making this belief a reality by providing financial assitance to families in need, ensuring that no child misses out on the transformative experience of summer camp. Why Sponsor a Camper? Summer Camp offers children a unique opportunity to grow, learn, and create lifelong memories. From building confidence and independence to making new friends and discovering new interests, the benefits of camp are endless. Unfortunately, not every family can afford this experience. That's where you come in. How You Can Help A donation to the Camper Sponsorship Program will directly support children facing financial distress, allowing them to attend camp in 2026. Here's how your contribution can make a difference: $50 - Covers camp supplies for one camper. $100 - Provides food for a camper for the week. $300 - Partial sponsorship for a camper. $600 - Sponsors a camper for a full week of camp. Stories of Impact Meet some of the campers whose lives have been changed by your generosity: "Camp taught me how to be brave and try new things. I made so many friends and can't wait to go back next year!" - Age 10 "I never thought I could go to camp because I have 4 younger siblings at home and my family couldn't afford to send all of us to camp. Thanks to the sponsorship, I had the best time as CIT this year - I look forward to next summer" - Age 15 Join Us in Making a Difference By supporting the Camper Sponsorship Program, you are giving children the chance to experience the joy and growth that comes with a week at camp. Together, we can ensure that every child deserves a week at camp becomes a reality. Donate Today

Our All Ages Camps are open to all campers ages 7-14 - that’s why we call them all ages! Your camper will get to choose from a variety of programs that are offered each day. The goal at Pearce Williams is to allow your camper to gain self-esteem and self-confidence, while living in a community setting while learning to live and interact with others.  ALL AGES JULY: 12 -17 GIRLs: JULy 26-3 1 AUGUST: 9-14 End-Of-Summer: August 16-21 Our All Ages Camps are open to all campers ages 7-14 - that’s why we call them all ages! Your camper will get to choose from a variety of programs that are offered each day. The goal at Pearce Williams is to allow your camper to gain self-esteem and self-confidence, while living in a community setting while learning to live and interact with others. Activities at camp include: swimming, nature, sports, teamwork/team building games & initiatives, Makerspace, archery, chapel, drama, dance, hiking, cook-outs & sleep-outs, rocket building, gaga ball, 9 Square in the Air, campfires and so much more! t1:$675 T2:$650 T3:$625 APPLY NOW

Health & Safety General Safety Proper Footwear: Bring shoes that have backs or backstraps. This prevents injuries during physical activity and wandering through rougher terrain. Sun Safety: We love spending time in the sun at camp! In order to stay safe in the sun make sure your camper brings sunscreen, a hat, a reusable water bottle, and shirts that cover their shoulders. Lice: Upon arrival, campers will receive a "Complementary Head Massage" which makes sure they do not bring any unwanted friends to camp. We encourage parents to check their campers prior to arrival to limit surprises. We encourage families to ensure that all vaccines (mumps, rubella, covid, chicken pox, etc) are up to date and documented so that we can ensure the safety of all campers and staff. Due to recent outbreaks, this summer (2025) it is mandatory for campers to have the MMR vaccination and provide proof. Medical Needs We have a qualified Camp Medic on duty 24/7. Every member on our staff team is required to be certified in first aid. Please discuss any medical concerns with the Camp Medic upon arrival. In case of emergency, your child will be taken to the St. Thomas-Elgin General Hospital. You will be asked to meet us there. Allergies: Please communicate if your camper has allergies to the Camp Medic upon arrival. If your camper has food based allergies or dietary restrictions, explore the "Food at Camp " page for more info. Medication at Camp ALL medications must be in their original containers and left with the Camp Medic. If your child requires a puffer their counsellor will carry it with them in their first aid kit. Medication is administered only by the Camp Medic and all relative medical information is kept confidential with the Supervisor, the Directors and the campers counsellor as necessary. If your camper requires any over-the-counter medication, such as Tylenol, Benadryl, etc, we can provide it based on our approved medication list. If you would not like them to receive such medication, let the Camp Medic know upon arrival.

Leadership Camp helps 11-15 year old campers learn about leadership, stewardship, communication and teamwork. Your camper will learn many skills that will help them for years to come. LEADERSHIP CAMP AUGUST 3 -7 Leadership Camp helps 11-15 year old campers learn about leadership, stewardship, communication and teamwork. Your camper will learn many skills that will help them for years to come. The goal at Pearce Williams is to allow your camper to gain self-esteem, self-confidence, how to live in community, and how to interact with others. Leadership campers will have many opportunities to practice their skills by leading games, activities and helping with our young primary campers. Other activities include: swimming, nature, sports, teamwork/team building games & initiatives, Makerspace, archery, chapel, drama, dance, hiking, cook-outs & sleep-outs, rocket building, gaga ball, 9 Square in the Air, campfires and so much more! t1:$560 T2:$530 T3:$515 APPLY NOW

Camp Supplies Wish List By purchasing items from our Amazon Wishlist, you directly contribute to creating a fun, safe, and enriching environment. Every donation, big or small, goes a long way in providing essential supplies, exciting activities, and cherished memories. Click the link below to explore our wishlist and see how you can make a difference today. Thank you for your support! See our list here

Tree Planting Program Pearce Williams has a recognition and memorial tree program. If you want to have a Carolinian tree planted in memory of or in recognition of someone this program allows that to happen on-site at Pearce Williams. There are two options: 1. For a $1500 donation: We will work with you to choose a tree, source the new tree, and then plant that tree in the Pearce Williams Memorial Forest or other approved location on site at Pearce Williams. You would get a tax receipt for $1000 (tree, plaque, and planting valued at $500). 2. For a $1000 donation: Pearce Williams will work with you to select an existing tree that you can "claim" and we will install a plaque on said tree for your memorial or recognition person. You would get a tax receipt for $900 (plaque and mounting valued at $100) The tree species that are distinctly Carolinian (that only grow in the Carolinian Zone) include American Chestnut, American Sycamore, Ash Blue, Ash Pumpkin, Black Gum, Cherry Birch, Cucumber Magnolia, Flowering Dogwood, Hoptree, Honey Locust, Hickory Big Shellbark, Hickory Pignut, Kentucky Coffee Tree, Oak Chinquapin, Oak Hills, Oak Pin, Oak Shumard, Oak Swamp White, Ohio Buckeye, Pawpaw, Redbud, Red Mulberry, Sassafras and Tulip Tree. Trees are a natural item that have a defined lifespan and suffer from other challenges. Pearce Williams will do our best to ensure that the dedication and memorial trees are kept alive for the long term.

Mission Welcome all who come. Teach all who wish to learn. Serve God in all we do. Land Acknowledgement To acknowledge the traditional territory upon which Pearce Williams resides is to recognize its longer history, one predating the establishment of the earliest European colonies. It is also to appreciate and respect this territory’s significance for the Indigenous peoples who lived and may continue to live upon it. Pearce Williams acknowledges that their practices and spiritualities were and are tied to the land and continue to develop in relationship to the territory and its other inhabitants today. We acknowledge that we gather on the traditional territory of the Anishnabek (on-is-saan-e-bec), Haudenosaunee (hau-denosaunee), Ojibway/Chippewa, and Lunnaapeew (luna-pow) peoples, and we deeply appreciate their historic connection to and stewardship of this land. We also recognize the contributions Métis, Inuit, and other Indigenous peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community and to our province and country as a whole. As settlers, we are grateful to be able to live and learn as guests here today and welcome all who visit to join our collective commitment to make the promise of Truth and Reconciliation real in this community, while advocating for justice for Indigenous peoples across the country. Land Acknowledgement Values Leadership - Everyone who experiences PW has an opportunity to grow as a leader. Stewardship - We are committed to being keepers of this place, respecting past, present and future. Community - We know the importance of belonging, of being a part of something bigger than ourselves. Financial Stability - We exercise fiscal responsibility to ensure long-term sustainability privacy Pearce Williams Privacy Policy In order to meet the needs of our campers and have the ability to care for them we must collect personal information about them and their families and distribute some information to people who must care for your child, as staff or as a service provider. The same is necessary for our rental groups who use the facility at various times during the year. All of the information gathered is stored in our files which are secured in our locked offices and processed in a secure data base with appropriate access controls. We do not sell or rent your information to any company, organization or individual. Your contract allows us to distribute camper name and contact information only for mailing and communication purposes for other campers and staff. We do retain your information to enable us to communicate with you in the future, provide your camper with recognition for time spent at camp, provide you with information about our programs, do statistical analysis and inform you of new and exciting information that may be of interest to you. We will assume that you understand that we can collect, use, disclose as necessary and store information as set out in our Privacy Policy above. If you do not accept our Privacy Policy and decline to allow us to use your personal information or that of your camper, we may be unable to provide the care and services to make your child safe in our setting and we will need to discuss the status of your application for your camper this summer. Should you have any questions or concerns about our Privacy Policy we urge you to contact: Joe Richards , our Executive Director who is also our Privacy Officer at our office - 8009 Iona Road, Fingal, ON N0L 1K0, 519-764-2317, joe@campisbetter.com All written complaints regarding our privacy policy (electronic or letter form) brought forward to our privacy officer will be discussed with the Board of Directors and a written response will be given. United Church Sexual Misconduct Prevention and Response Policy and Procedures handbook

Food at Camp At camp, we believe great meals make for even greater memories. From hearty breakfasts to delicious dinners, our diverse menu caters to all tastes. Prepared with care and served with a smile, our food is a highlight of the camp experience. Explore our Food at Camp page to learn more about our nutritious offerings and dining traditions! Our Main Camp Dining Experience *Wilderness Camps eat separately and cook their food over campfires & a grill* Cafeteria Style We serve cafeteria style, allowing campers to feel more in control of their own food choices. Options Bar At every meal, we have an options bar. During breakfast this includes multiple kinds of cereal, yogurt, fruit, and sometimes muffins. At lunch and dinner, we offer a salad and veggie bar with a large variety of toppings and dressings. Dietary Restrictions Our kitchen staff strive to prepare a menu that includes gluten-friendly, dairy-friendly, and vegetarian options. If your camper needs additional substitutes, you are required to provide us with those replacement items. Your camper's week menu is available by request at info@campisbetter.com . Our facility is a nut-safe facility, please do not send substitutes containing nut products, such as almond milk. Seating Campers are very welcome to sit anywhere in the dining hall, without needing to stay with their cabin groups. Feel free to join friends or staff members you’ve met from other cabins and enjoy your meals together. Indoor/Outdoor Dining Campers can choose to sit in the dining hall or enjoy their meals outside on the porch, which can offer a quieter space for a more relaxed dining experience. Traditions At camp, meal times are filled with traditions and fun! Every Thursday night, we have a themed dinner with decorations and costumes, bringing the week's theme to life. Once a week, we enjoy a picnic outdoors, and some meals come with a twist like eating with random utensils for extra laughs! Snacks Campers enjoy two daily snack times; one in the afternoon, typically a refreshing fruit, and another just before campfire, adding a sweet treat to end the day. Camper Contributions Campers help to scrape and clean up their plates after eating, and entire cabins take turns volunteering to set the tables. Older campers also have the chance to serve food, giving them extra opportunities to step up and contribute. Menu Examples The specific menu for your camper's week is available upon request by emailing info@campisbetter.com

At Pearce Williams, through our Camper's Choice and Skill Sessions format, your camper has choice, so they can literally, do it all! Discover Camp Day Experience an amazing afternoon at camp at our open house event happening on Sunday, May 24th, 2026 from 1-4pm! Stop in with the whole family and meet our incredible staff, get a tour of our fantastic facilities, and play fun camp games and activities. Just pop in! No registration required! This is a perfect opportunity for new families to come and get a taste for the amazing summer to come, and for returning campers to hang out and play classic camp games with our new staff team. Calm your camper's nerves by showing them where they're spending a week away from home, allow them to meet our amazing staff, and build their excitement for their unforgettable summer stay! Have all your questions answered and your concerns reassured. We cannot wait to see you there!

Pearce Williams Guidebook Browse the following pages to learn more about Pearce Williams and how to get you and your camper ready for a week at camp! Activities What & How to Pack Our Team Food at Camp 2026's Weekly Themes Mail at Camp Sample Schedule Directions Explore Our Site Health & Safety Payment Options & Financial Aid Frequently Asked Questions Camper Policies Rent Our Facilities Inclusion Program Christian Values & Education

Golden Connections program at Pearce Williams for 55+. Pearce Williams wants to build our community, and be a place with intergenerational programs and in person social connections. Our Golden Connections 55+ Social Club is a great program to help connect our local Seniors with each other and give them a place to discover new hobbies, new friends, and create lasting memories. Golden Connections: Seniors (55+) Social Club Golden Connections is a weekly gathering at Pearce Williams that will run on Thursday mornings going forward. Our goal - to give you a community and place that you can come to and learn something new, try out camp programs, and potentially even share your passions with others. Details: What: Golden Connections 55+ Social Club When: Thursday Mornings 9:30 am to 11:30 am Where: Pearce Williams Main Farmhouse, 8009 Iona Road, Fingal, ON Questions: Call 519-764-2317 or email: info@campisbetter.com Golden Connections Events June 2026 Today Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 14 15 16 17 18 9:30 a.m. Golden Connections 55+ Social Club 19 20 It's never too late for camp...

Volunteer Sign Up Find information about upcoming volunteer opportunities at Pearce Williams, allowing you to help camp and help kids. Volunteer For Work Bee Day 2026! volcurrent May 2, 2026 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Work Bee Day Are you a friend of Pearce Williams who's willing and capable of lending a hand? We need volunteers to assist with cleaning and preparation of camp for all of our summer guests to enjoy! We'll need people to help out with the following tasks, and more. Clean up of felled trees - must bring own chainsaw and safety equipment Gardening - bring your favorite tools Window washing Eco Pond clean up Stick clean up Raking (pine cones, leaves, volleyball court) Graffitti removal Fort deconstruction We really rely on our camp community to help us deliver wonderful camp experiences, and we need your muscles to help us out. We recommend that everyone bring work gloves with them. Lunch will be provided this day. We'll see you then, rain or shine. RSVP Here!