Garden Path Camp (July 6–10, 2026) is a fun, hands-on outdoor adventure for ages 6–12 that builds physical resilience and teaches faithful stewardship of God’s creation while guiding campers through the biblical story of the three Gardens.
Garden Path Camp ’26
Garden Path Camp is a week-long adventure designed to help children grow strong in body, mind, and faith as they explore God’s creation. Through hands-on activities, outdoor challenges, and engaging lessons, campers will learn what it means to be faithful stewards of the world God has made.
Children ages 6–12 will discover the beauty and order of creation by planting trees, studying local ecology, practicing archery, and developing basic outdoor and survival skills. Along the way, they will learn to recognize God’s attributes revealed in nature and to live with courage, gratitude, and responsibility.
Throughout the week, campers will journey through the Bible’s great story of the three Gardens—from the Garden of Eden, to the Garden of Gethsemane, and finally to the Garden of Paradise fully realized—helping them understand God’s plan for mankind in a way that is clear, memorable, and deeply encouraging.
Garden Path Camp is designed to be active, formative, and fun, giving young campers practical skills, biblical confidence, and a growing love for God’s world.
CAMP DETAILS
Location:
Worldview Campus,
6727 S. Chippawa Rd., Wellandport, ON. L0R 2J0
(Parking on-site)
Garden Path Camp (Worldview Campus, Wellandport) runs from 8:30am to 4:30 pm, July 6–10, 2026.
The total program fee is $150 CAD per child. A non-refundable registration deposit of $50 CAD is required to secure your spot, and this amount is applied toward the total program fee.
Note: Final payment is due no later than one month before the camp.
Please contact our Camp Manager, Jenn Leriger, if you have any questions at jleriger@cantaroinstitute.org
Rev. Steven R. Martins
Steven is a pastor and teacher who founded the Cántaro Institute and leads a church in St. Catharines. He has spent many years studying and teaching the Bible and loves helping people understand how it applies to all of life. He has written and edited books, teaches about the Christian faith, and works on projects that help families and students learn from a biblical worldview. Steven lives in the Niagara region with his wife, Cindy, and their children, and enjoys serving others and building up the church.
Calvin Smith
Calvin is a Christian speaker and teacher who works with Answers in Genesis–Canada, helping people understand how science and the Bible fit together. He has been speaking at churches and conferences for over 20 years and is known for explaining big ideas in a clear and engaging way for all ages. Calvin has also appeared in many videos watched by millions of people around the world. He lives near London, Ontario, with his wife, has three children, many grandchildren, and enjoys music and wrestling in his free time.
More Speakers to be Announced Soon!
SPEAKERS
DAY-TO-DAY SCHEDULE
TIME | ACTIVITY | |
8:30 AM | Drop-Off | Arrival at the Chapel |
9:00 AM | Morning Rally | Corporate worship, daily theme intro, and “The Big Question.” |
9:30 AM | “Major” Session I | |
10:45 AM | Morning Snack | High-energy refueling in the shade |
11:00 AM | Worldview Block I | Interactive lecture |
12:00 PM | Lunch | Supervised picnic style (Campers bring bagged lunch). |
1:00 PM | “Major” Session II | |
2:15 PM | Worldview Block II | Small group “Circles” |
3:00 PM | Tuck Shop & Snack | Visit the camp store for treats and social downtime. |
3:30 PM | Campus-Wide Games | Large-scale “all-camp” games |
4:00 PM | Closing Assembly | Daily highlights, “The Takeaway,” and announcements. |
4:30 PM | Pick-Up | Sign-out and departure. |
Sponsorship Opportunities
Vision: Equipping the next generation with specialized skills and a biblical worldview.
1. The “Campership” Fund (Scholarship Stream)
We believe no child should be turned away due to financial barriers. Our goal is to provide 25 full scholarships for families in the Niagara/Hamilton corridor.
Individual Camper Sponsor ($150): Covers one full week of camp for a child in financial need.
The “Double Stream” Sponsor ($300): Covers one child’s participation across two camp weeks (Sports and Outdoor Recreation).
Legacy Patron ($1,500): Provides 10 children with a life-changing week of camp.
2. Outdoor Recreation Camp Sponsorships
Navigation Kit ($300): 15 professional Suunto compasses and trail maps.
Bushcraft Bundle ($700): Survival paracord, tarps, and fire-starting tools.
Bullseye Sponsor ($1,000): Four complete youth archery sets (bows, safety arrows, and targets).
3. Corporate Partnership Levels
Niagara businesses that partner with us receive meaningful visibility among local families throughout the summer.
| Level | Investment | Recognition & Impact |
|---|---|---|
| Bronze | $500 | Logo on the camp website + shout-out in our parents’ newsletter |
| Silver | $1,500 | Bronze benefits + logo on camp T-shirts |
| Gold | $3,000 | Silver benefits + banner displayed in the chapel for the summer |
4. In-Kind Sponsorship Needs
We also welcome donations of goods and services that help keep our overhead at $0:
Printing Services: For Worldview Journals and registration packets.
Cardboard/Lumber: For shelter-building activities (Track C).
Safety Gear: Bulk sunscreen packs and first-aid refills.
How to Partner with Us
Select Your Impact: Tell us which items you wish to sponsor.
Contact Us: Reach out to the Cántaro Site Coordinator at smartins@cantaroinstitute.org.
Receive Your Receipt: As a registered non-profit, we provide official tax receipts for all monetary donations.
Why Sponsor Cántaro?
By sponsoring a piece of equipment or a Campership, you are not merely purchasing gear—you are investing in the character, discipline, and spiritual foundation of a child.