Located on Gull Lake, 1.5 hrs north of Calgary and south of Edmonton, Camp Silversides offers an ideal camp setting for kids, youth and families to come together and be challenged.  Programs are offered year round for grades 1-12, as well as Family Camp, Ladies retreat, and 55 Alive.  Campers can enjoy a wide variety of activities including a 400 foot double zipline, kayaking, swimming, archery, pelletry, crafts, hiking, white water rafting and canoeing, caving and so much more!  There is bound to be something to catch your interest.

Camp Silversides is a not-for-profit organization that is committed to serving the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of children, youth, and families.  Wholesome, fun-filled activities are provided, and programs are upgraded every year to attain a high standard in safety, health, and fun.  The camp is also a member of the Alberta Camping Association and Christian Camping International.

The mission of Camp Silversides is to present the Gospel of Jesus Christ and provide effective discipleship, using a natural camp setting and Bible-centered programs.  This non-denominational Bible camp is owned by the Canadian Sunday School Mission, and has been in operation since 1929.

Camp Silversides is a beautiful, modern facility that operates year round.  When there are not summer or off-season camps being held, the facilities are available for outside groups to rent.  It is a perfect setting for retreats, conferences, banquets, and school groups.  Rental events are fully catered.

Contact the camp for more information and a free summer program guide.  The staff are friendly, helpful, and always willing to answer whatever questions you may have.

Camp programs are offered for grades 1-12.  In addition to summer programs, fall and winter weekend programs are available for grades 1-12 and adults.

Summer camping programs are 2-6 days in length.  There are 18 camp sessions to choose from.  Quite often families can find suitable camp sessions for multiple kids of varied ages during the same time period. 

Camper to Staff ratios vary between 3:1 and 5:1 depending on the camp program.   Prices range from $80 to $260 per camp session.  First Aid Providers are available 24 hours a day during each camp session.  Cabin Leaders stay in the cabins with the campers and are directly involved in day to day activities.  All staff go through training and screening prior to the camp season.

Staff screening involves a detailed application, references, personal interview, an RCMP Clearance Check and a Children's Services Intervention Record Check.

A five day all inclusive family camp is offered over the Canada Day long weekend.  Prices are based on individual or family rates, which ever is less.  Individual prices are $125/adult, $100/teen, $75/child, ages 4 and under are free.  Family rate is $450.  GST is added to all prices.

On-site camps, on location at Gull Lake, focus mainly on grades 1-6 but do have a Jr. High camp session and a Sr. High camp session available.  Campers are able to choose from a variety of activates for a craft and two skills sessions to participate in throughout the week.  Campers also enjoy scheduled activities and games as well as free time and daily tuck and beach time.

Out-trip camps focus mainly on grades 5-12 and give campers opportunities to try a variety of new out door activities mainly located in the mountains.  These activities include, but are not limited to, swimming, canyoning, canoeing, backpacking, survival skills, water skiing, kayaking, rock climbing, caving, camp fires, mountain hiking, fishing, wide games, whitewater rafting and more!

Registration forms are available on our web site after January 1, 2006 or contact the camp for a free summer program guide.