The Heritage Discovery Summer Camp at the Ermatinger Clergue National Historic Site
Monday, June 16, 2025
The Heritage Discovery Summer Camp at the Ermatinger Clergue National Historic Site is now on!
Campers will get to a pioneer life experience for a week with an adventurous, exciting, and educational activities on July 14th to 18, 2025, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, open for ages 7-11 years old.
Campers will so visit the Canadian Bushplane and Sault Ste. Marie Museum to see new sights during the whole week.
Daily Themes:
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Shipwrecked in 1812 - Start digging for an archeological artifact, and what will you do if you are stuck on a desert island to survive a shipwreck?
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Ye Olde Science Camp – Learn the process of dyeing a fabric with natural dyes and discover the science behind felting a beaver fur hat and make a delicious Victorian ice cream.
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A day in the life… - Show off your skills at turning cream into a butter and create your own Jacob’s ladder toy.
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Earth, Wind, and Fire – It’s time for gardening! Learn about the plants, learn how to make a fire with Coureur Du Bois, and blow wind through your pinwheel craft.
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Slices of the Past – It’s a Victorian Pizza party! Bake a handmade pizza in the bake oven for a great way to end the summer camp with everyone.
Camp Price: $275/child
Extended Care: $25 (from 8:15-9:00 am and 4:00-4:45 pm
To register, call us at 705-759-5443, click the
link, or visit us at 800 Bay St., Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Registration: Until July 2, 2025 only.