We are now CLOSED for the season for canoe rentals and recreation users.

2026-04-04→25: April Camp – Nanaimo (2–3 weeks)

April Camp – Nanaimo, British Columbia (2–3 weeks)

Dates: April 4 to April 25
Location: Inn on Long Lake, Nanaimo, BC — www.innonlonglake.com

Review all info below before proceeding to payment page. 


Considerations

  • Suited for athletes preparing for late-season peak performance at the Divisional and Canadian Championships.
  • Those aiming for National Team Trials 2 (NTT2) in mid-June who require early-season on-water time.
  • Senior athletes seeking additional spring training volume following March training, providing a smooth continuation into the competitive season.
  • Open to a full range of paddlers — from developing to senior-level athletes — creating opportunities for exposure to role models, mentorship, and a high-performance training environment.
  • Those seeking an affordable, accessible camp closer to home.
  • Not suitable for March but April sees high temperatures in the mid teens - making this Canadian location possible. Variable spring climate, may affect comfort and some training sessions.

Travel Plans

Athletes are responsible for booking their own travel to and from Nanaimo. Mike Will arrive with the boats the day before camp starts so can coordinate greeting athletes when they arrive Saturday. 

Coaches

All coaches are fully certified with the National Coaching Certification Program as Competitive Sprint Canoe/Kayak and bring many years of experience. They are: Mike Robinson, Madeline Schmidt and Joanne Devlin-Morrison.

Equipment

Personal boats can go on the trailer between Calgary and Nanaimo but they are not covered by the Canoe Club Insurance. Private boat owners should ensure your boat is insured for damages. 

Paddles and PFDs can go in the trailer box but should be wrapped well so they do not get scratched.

All other personal belongings should travel with the athelte. Do not assume the coaches will transport your personal belongings in the van. Please do not ask. Thanks.

Communication

Flight Plans: When you completed your intent to participate for you provided the email for us to use as the primary contact. Shortly after deposits are receives, we will send a welcome email to that address. It will have a link to a google sheet for Flights. We ask that you add your flight plans so that others can see and perhaps get on the same plane. Traveling in groups makes the athletes and parents feel more comfortable.

Whatsapp Group Chats: You will receive links for both a Parents Chat and a Athlete Chat.  Once the camp begins, these chat group will be a tool to share information among the parents and for coaches to send updates and images. The Athlete Chat will be used for training plans and within athlete discussions. Both of these chats will be monitored by the coaching team.

If you must get a quick reply, call Mike 403-615-7606. The camp is a busy environment and email, text or WhatsApp message replies may be delayed.

Detailed Registration Intake: You will receive a detailed form to complete parental permission, medical information/allergies, emergency contact etc.

IF YOU HAVE NOT COMPLETED THE INTEREST FORM - This is no longer active so contact Mike Robinson (Coach) directly to see if we can still fit you in. Based on the interest submitted, we are near maximum capacity.
mike@calgarycanoeclub.com

Camp Cost Estimate &. Schedule

Total Dec 14 Jan 25 Mar 1 Apr 3
2 Weeks $2,260 $570 $570 $570 $570
3 Weeks $2,960 $740 $740 $740 $740

The cost to attend camp is based on two components: the Shared Cost (split equally among all athletes) and the Weekly Stay Fee. A 5% buffer is included for unforeseen expenses.

All fees must be submitted using the standard four-payment schedule. Families needing alternate arrangements can contact us directly.

  • Accommodation and budget based on interest form responses.
  • CCC payment portal now open.
    • Credit card card (3.5% processing fee added) go HERE
    • E-transfer use calgarycanoeclubinfo@gmail.com, Password: Nanaimo2026
  • Using Club Credits: If paying with Credit card, your CCC fundraising credits can be applied in the normal manner. If paying by e-transfer, contact us so we can manually adjust your payment.
  • If Provincial assistance provided, this too can be applied.