What Taylor Statten Camps does

Taylor Statten Camps (legal entity: The Taylor Statten Camp Company Limited) is a privately held, family-owned summer camp organization operating two sibling overnight camps on Canoe Lake in Algonquin Provincial Park, Ontario, Canada. Camp Ahmek, founded in 1921 for boys, and Camp Wapomeo, founded in 1924 for girls, sit approximately one kilometer apart and represent Canada's longest continuously operating brother-sister private camp pairing. The organization serves children and youth aged 6 to 16, offering tiered residential sessions ranging from a 4-day introductory Try Out Camp (CAD $1,255) to a 2-month full session (CAD $13,995), supplemented by an extensive canoe tripping program with expedition add-ons priced from CAD $2,000 to CAD $5,600 covering destinations such as Algonquin Park, Temagami, Quetico, Kipawa, and Biscotasing.

The business operates a direct-to-consumer go-to-market model, acquiring customers primarily through alumni referrals and word-of-mouth, with registration handled through the CampBrain online portal. Supporting programs include the Junior Counsellor (JC) program for 17-year-olds transitioning from campers to paid staff, a September Family Camp tradition dating to 1938, an Alumni in Residence program launched in 2022, and a Rent Our Camp off-season venue rental offering. The brand explicitly markets a screen-free, back-to-basics wilderness experience and holds a 60-year Algonquin Park lease extension secured in 2002.

Ownership transitioned in 2024 from the fourth-generation Statten family to a group led by Felix Jasmin and Meg Flynn, both former campers and staff, with no institutional or PE/VC involvement disclosed. The organization runs on a small core year-round team (11-50 employees) augmented by seasonal counsellors, and revenue derives entirely from tuition fees, trip add-ons, ancillary camp programs, and off-season rentals, with no disclosed financial figures.

Name

Taylor Statten Camps

Legal name

The Taylor Statten Camp Company Limited

Website

https://taylorstattencamps.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1921

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Taylor Statten Camps operates Canada's oldest family-owned overnight summer camps, Camp Ahmek (boys, since 1921) and Camp Wapomeo (girls, since 1924), on Canoe Lake in Algonquin Park, Ontario, serving children aged 6 to 16 through tiered residential sessions and wilderness canoe tripping programs on a direct-to-consumer basis.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Summer Camps

NAICS

Recreational and Vacation Camps (except Campgrounds) (721214), Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Youth Multi-Sport Camps (General Athletics, Summer Camps) (MPAKAJAA), Adventure Base Camps (Trek/Climb/Expedition Camps) (THAGAOAG), Family & Recreation Campgrounds (Amenities/Activities Focus) (THAMAJAJ)

Keywords

• Overnight summer camps
• Wilderness canoe tripping
• Youth camp programs
• Algonquin park camping
• Children's summer camps

Headquarters

HQ city

Toronto

HQ country

Canada

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Summer Camp Session Fees: The primary revenue stream comes from session-based tuition fees for overnight summer camp programs. Fees vary by session length from 4-day Try Out Camp ($1,255) to 2-month full session ($13,995). Additional revenue is generated from optional canoe trip add-ons ranging from $2,000 to $5,600.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Taylor Statten Camps operates traditional overnight summer camps for children on Canoe Lake in Algonquin Park, Ontario, offering residential camp sessions ranging from 4 days to 2 months, an extensive wilderness canoe tripping program with multi-day and multi-week expeditions, a Junior Counsellor leadership program, and a September Family Camp. Campers participate in activities including canoeing, sailing, arts and crafts, high ropes, swimming, and character development in a fully screen-free, back-to-basics wilderness environment.

Product overview

Taylor Statten Camps operates as a traditional overnight summer camp organization consisting of two sibling camps (Camp Ahmek for boys since 1921 and Camp Wapomeo for girls since 1924) on Canoe Lake in Algonquin Park, Ontario. The portfolio includes core residential camp programs in various session lengths (4-day Try Out Camp, 12-day, 15-day, 1-month, and 2-month sessions), complemented by an extensive canoe tripping program with extended wilderness expeditions ranging from overnight trips to 50-day multi-park adventures. Additional offerings include a Junior Counsellor leadership development program, September Family Camp, and a newly launched Alumni in Residence program. The camps emphasize a back-to-basics approach with no electricity or technology in cabin accommodations, providing wilderness immersion experiences focused on character development and outdoor skills.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Camp Ahmek for Boys Overnight summer camp for boys located on Canoe Lake in Algonquin Park, founded in 1921. Offers adventurous residential programming including canoe tripping, wilderness skills, and character development for children aged 7–16.
• Camp Wapomeo for Girls Overnight summer camp for girls located on Canoe Lake in Algonquin Park, founded in 1924. Offers comprehensive residential activity programs including canoe tripping, sailing, arts and crafts, swimming, and leadership development for children aged 7–16.
• Canoe Tripping Program Comprehensive wilderness canoe tripping program with expeditions ranging from 1-night overnights to 50-day multi-park journeys through Northern Ontario, Western Quebec, and US Boundary Waters, including Algonquin Park, Temagami, Quetico, Kipawa, and Biscotasing regions. Available as part of residential camp enrollment for eligible campers ages 12–16.
• Try Out Camp (TOC) 4-day introductory session for first-time campers ages 6–8 priced at $1,255 CAD, designed to provide a short-term residential camp experience to help young children transition to overnight camp.
• Junior Counsellor (JC) Program Paid leadership development program for campers turning 17, offering pre-camp training from June 27 and employment options of 4, 6, or 8 weeks. JC staff receive compensation rather than paying tuition during this transition year.
• Alumni in Residence Program Program that welcomes experienced alumni back to camp as seasonal nature outdoor enthusiasts and educators to enhance camp programming, mentorship, and continuity of culture during summer sessions.
• September Family Camp Family camp program operating in September after the regular summer season, bringing families together in the wilderness of Algonquin Park. Provides a multi-day family bonding experience with shared outdoor activities in a wilderness setting.
• Special Canoe Trip Add-Ons Optional extended canoe trip add-ons for residential campers ages 12–16, including Algonquin Special ($2,000), Temagami ($2,210), Kipawa ($3,310), Bisco ($5,090), Quetico ($5,600), and 50-Day Multi-Park ($5,490) trips. Each trip has its own eligibility requirements based on camper age and prior experience.

Quantifiable outcome

• Children develop increased self-confidence, independence, and maturity through camp participation
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor.

• Canadian Camping AssociationminorOthers · 1 January 1987TSC has historically been a leading authority in the North American camping movement. TSC alumni published influential camping literature including 'Camping and Character' (1929), 'Marks of Good Camping' (1941), and 'Administration of the Modern Camp' (1948) that became standard references for the American and Canadian Camping Associations. In 1965, TSC participated in the Canadian Camping Association's Centennial Program, launching their Quetico canoe tripping program.
• Ontario Camping AssociationminorOthers · 1 January 1987The camps operate in compliance with Ontario Camping Association standards and are members of this regional industry association.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Camp Arowhon: Algonquin Park wilderness summer camp operating since 1934, offering traditional overnight experiences and canoe tripping. Directly comparable heritage, location, and program philosophy.
• Camp Pathfinder: Long-established boys' summer camp on Long Lake in Algonquin Park (since 1914) focused on canoe tripping. Comparable heritage, location, and gender-segmented programming to Camp Ahmek.
• Camp Kandalore: Ontario-based overnight summer camp on Cache Lake in Algonquin Park offering multi-activity programming and canoe tripping for youth. Closest direct competitor to TSC in geography, target demographic, and program mix.
• Keewaydin Camps: Long-running overnight summer camp in Vermont with strong Canadian enrollment and a flagship canoe tripping program across northern wilderness. Comparable heritage and wilderness tripping specialization.
• Camp Tamakwa: Algonquin Park-based co-ed overnight summer camp with strong canoe tripping heritage dating back to 1936. Directly comparable wilderness program and target market.
• Camp White Pine: Ontario-based co-ed overnight summer camp with strong canoe tripping focus and similar session-based pricing model. Comparable programming and target demographic.
• Northwaters & Langskib: Wilderness canoe tripping-focused camps operating in Temagami/Algonquin region, serving youth ages 8-17. Most direct peer in terms of canoe tripping specialization and Canadian wilderness programming.

Others

• Ontario Camps Association: Industry standards body governing Ontario summer camps. TSC is a member; relevant peer context as the regulator and collective marketing voice for the broader camp industry in which TSC competes.
• Our Kids Network: Canadian camp discovery and listings platform; not a competitor but a key marketing and comparison channel for TSC and its peer set, including through the OurKids.net Camp Hall of Fame in which TSC was inducted.

Broad incumbents

• Wanakita YMCA Camp: Large YMCA-affiliated residential summer camp in Haliburton, Ontario. Broader incumbent in the Ontario summer camp market with similar overnight programming at typically lower price points.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/taylorstattencamps
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• Instagraminstagram.com/taylorstattencamps
• TikToktiktok.com/@taylorstattencamps
• Xx.com/tscaa
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-taylor-statten-camps

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Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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