• Blue Lake generates all of its own power through our own state-of-the-art Hydroelectric System!
• Construction of the Modern Dining Hall and Kitchen facility was completed in 2002.
• Blue Lake Centre is open to the public and available for group bookings year-round!
• You can arrange for a tour of Blue Lake's facilities, contact us!
• Our Resource people are available to customize our educational or recreational programs to the particular needs of your group!
• The Society is primarily focused on delivering a variety of experiential education programs to the region’s youth by operating an outdoor school.

• Q:  Where is Blue Lake located?
• Q:  How old do you have to be in order to be a volunteer counselor at Blue Lake Camp?
• Q:  Are there any adults working at Blue Lake Camp?
• Q:  What precautions are taken to ensure campers' safety?
• Q:  What level of First Aid do Blue Lake Staff have?
• Q:  What happens to the health form I fill out for my child?
• Q:  My child is a vegetarian, does Blue Lake accommodate special dietary requirements?
• Q:  What waivers do I need to sign for summer camp?

A:  Blue Lake office is at 2279 Cranbrook St. N. Cranbrook (In the Tourist information Centre).  Blue Lake Centre is located 26 km West of Canal Flats.  click here for map

Q:  How old do you have to be in order to be a volunteer counselor at Blue Lake Camp?

A;  You must be at least 15 years old in order to be a volunteer counselor at Blue Lake.  Most Blue Lake counselors are between 16 and 19 years.

Q:  Are there any adults working at Blue Lake Camp?

A:  Yes!  Even though the Senior Staff's enthusiasm and rapport with the campers may make them appear younger, all Senior Staff are at least 19 years of age and most have varying levels of Post Secondary Education.

Q:  What precautions are taken to ensure campers' safety?

A:  Safety is always the #1 priority at Blue Lake.  An emergency vehicle is always on-site, and there is an emergency cell phone and radio phone system in place.  Blue Lake has a fully stocked First Aid room and a First Aid Attendant on-site at all times.  Risk Management is continually evolving at Blue Lake.  The Camp Director and General Manager constantly evaluate risks associated with camp and implement strategies to manage these risks. 

Q:  What level of First Aid do Blue Lake Staff have?

A:  All Senior Staff hold current Occupational First Aid Level 3 or equivalent certification.  All counselors are certified in Standard First Aid and CPRC during staff training.

Q:  What happens to the health form I fill out for my child?

A:  A copy of the Health form is sent to camp with important information highlighted (ie: allergies, medical concerns) where it is reviewed by the Camp Director and the First Aid attendant and needs are addressed.

Q:  My child is a vegetarian, does Blue Lake accommodate special dietary requirements?

A:  Yes.  Blue Lake's cook is able to adapt to meet a diversity of meal requirements as long as we are notified in advance of the child's arrival at camp.  If your child has specific dietary needs (ie:  allergies, vegetarian, diabetic) please let the office know at the time of booking.

Q:  What waivers do I need to sign for summer camp?

A:  If your child is under 13, you only need to sign a "Warranty and Consent of Parent/Guardian" waiver.  If your child is 13 or over, then you need to sign a "Warranty and Consent of Parent/Guardian" waiver AND the child must sign a "Minor's Acknowledgment of Risks and Responsibilities".