Matheson Creek Camp

04/13/2026

Two of our student volunteers are raising some flags as the camp prepares for the season opening soon. Thank you, Chris and Kryzt. We appreciate you!

03/31/2026

Our annual Funspiel lived up to its name — what a fantastic day!

Curlers hit the ice with serious enthusiasm, and the laughter was matched only by the incredible food. Huge thanks to Zehrs Bayfield Street and Malone's Pint House for keeping everyone well-fed (and thoroughly spoiled). The leprechauns and curlers alike couldn’t stop smiling.

Shoutout to our amazing ice sponsors, AINLEY GROUP and WMI ENGINEERING COMPANY, for making it all possible. We’re grateful for the generous support from St. Louis Bar and Grill, Harv Garraway (AFG Investments), Malone Pint House, North Swing Golf Lounge, TPH The Print House, Dunlop Billiards, State & Main Restaurant, Costco, Fox’s Bakery and Deli, Simcoe Block, Warren Jones Inspections and Technical Services, Sue Jessup/Gwynyth Binkley, Ruth Parkes, and Zehrs Bayfield Street. Your prizes and gift certificates brought extra excitement and helped make the event unforgettable!

Scores ranged from 0 to 15, but the real win was the fun had by everyone out there. We’re already buzzing for next year’s Funspiel — 2026 set the bar high, but we’re up for the challenge!

03/16/2026

It’s only been a few days since our second winter gave way to spring, and the camp is still wrapped in a blanket of snow. The trees look magical right now, but soon enough, every trail and campsite will come alive with the scent of campfires and toasted marshmallows. Camping season is just around the corner—and it’ll be here before you know it.

Don’t forget to book your site early!

01/09/2026

Discover the wonders of nature and culture at Matheson Creek Camp. Visit our website today to learn more about our unique themed camping experiences and start planning your adventure! www.mathesoncreekcamp.com

12/29/2025

12/29/2025

Our Annual Bird Count Event today had a low turnout, but was more than made up for by the enthusiasm of two new visitors, Russ and Isaac. Both enthusiasts live nearby and they were led throughout the camp property by our own Master Naturalist, Robert Bowles. Russ was the photographer, and we were hosts to a flock of evening grosbeaks as well as other species. More birds than last year which is great to see.

12/26/2025

Matheson Creek Camp invites bird lovers and community groups to take part in our annual bird count on Dec 28th, 2025. This event is becoming one of our camps cherished traditions and a wonderful opportunity for our community to gather in all the beauty winter has to offer. See Flier Attached.
CALLING ALL

"NATURE & BIRD LOVERS”!

Everyone is invited to take part in the

MATHESON CREEK CAMP

ANNUAL BIRD COUNT

This event is being led by renowned Master Naturalist - Bob Bowles, who is an award-winning writer, artist, photographer and naturalist. You will enjoy every minute with him.

DATE: Sunday, December 28, 2025

PLACE: MATHESON CREEK CAMP
1674 Gill Road, Midhurst
TIME: 9 AM - Meet at the Den

COST: Free

Light Snacks provided (Hot Drinks & Cookies)

We need your help to count species and numbers of birds at the Camp. Everyone is welcome (bring the family)

We were successful in 2024, and we really want to beat last year’s numbers.

Bring your camera/phone and snap a photo of all the beautiful birds that you see. Select your favorite shot and send it to the photo contest at [email protected]

We are looking forward to seeing you!

11/21/2025

Communities Connecting for Children is seeking persons who are interested in Matheson Creek Camp and helping it grow into a busy destination for people in our Community. We are looking for Board of Directors members to direct the Charity, and help the camp to thrive and grow. It can be a good item for a personal resume, a great way to make new contacts, and whatever expertise you can bring would be an asset to the camp. Must be over 21 years of age, and not over 100. Board members are not required to do physical work at the camp unless they choose to volunteer. One meeting a month, plus help with project and fundraising planning, policy and regulation drafting and governance issues will be required but experience is not mandatory. Some business experience would be helpful, particularly working within a framework or team setting. Most importantly, being part of a small Team, whose goal is to keep the Charity in good standing so that the camp can keep moving towards capacity use and enjoyment by all. Please email [email protected] with your number if you are interested in having a chat or visiting the camp. All interested persons are encouraged to respond. It is recommended that you live within half an hour or less of Barrie/Midhurst area.

11/16/2025

For those who would like information on Heather's Celebration of Life, we are happy to post the arrangements. You are invited to come and pass along your condolences to Heather's children, siblings and nieces and nephews.

Passed away suddenly at the age of 69 years. Daughter of the late Allan and Marion Zaba. Much loved mother of Colleen, Cody, and Courtney Peters. Dear sister of Leslie (Donna), John, Murray, Stephen (Donna), Marian, Edward, Allan, and the late Robert. Heather will also be deeply missed and fondly re...

11/09/2025

Communities Connecting for Children, the Registered Charity that owns Matheson Creek Camp, lost a treasured and integral member of our Board, our Camp Committee and an important connecting piece to the original camp that was designed and built almost thirty years ago. Heather Zaba passed away today from a sudden onset illness, at 69 years of age. Heather was on the Team that built the camp for Girl Guides, was part of the team that was sued by Girl Guides (who lost their case) in litigation that lasted three years, and when the property was able to be purchased by CCC, she was the first person called to come back and help rebuild, restore, and re-open the camp for the entire Community - a whole new generation. Her heart was in helping people, in dozens of ways. She delivered meals, she sold poppies, she financially supported many local and large charities. Heather knew groups of orchard workers from the Thornbury area whom she looked after with shopping and deliveries while they were in Canada, and she helped organize shipments from here of items purchased to send home to Jamaica. She has delivered newspapers for decades with her son, Cody. She baked boxes of candy and cookies for each home along her route at Christmas time. She had many illnesses, including cancer, in her short life, and never complained nor asked for help. When someone was ill, she was the first to call or come by. From a very well-known and community-service oriented family, Heather was proud but not vain, she did not seek attention but gave strong, steadfast support. And Heather supported our camp with all her heart and her might. In this picture, Heather is wearing a red vest in the second row. Her red hair turned grey a decade later, but otherwise she never really changed. Many people know Heather from a wide variety of places, and I'm sure those folks will feel the world is a little colder without her kindness and warmth. She will remain a huge part of our story, from beginning to end. A little girl born in the Yukon, raised in Angus, has touched many hearts and lives. Rest in Peace, Heather. You will be remembered.

11/04/2025

Thanks to all the Supporters of our BooBark Bash on the weekend.