Add On Programs

At the beginning of the session, campers choose their own activities, including Swimming, Archery, Arts & Crafts, Canoeing, Drama, and more! We offer four add-on activities which allow campers to experience activities that require more time and specialized instruction. Activity Add-ons include the following activities: Sailing, Horseback Riding, Water-skiing, and Climbing Wall. We also offer trips and other experiences as add-on programs. These include day trips, overnight trips, trail rides, and Stayover Camp. All Add-On programs are available at an additional cost, and the camper must be registered before camp begins. You can register your camper for these programs the same way you would register for a regular AGQ session during Add-On Registration.  

Due to the popularity of concentration programs, campers will only be eligible to sign up for one pre-registered Add-on activity per week for their time at AGQ. We want to ensure that as many campers as possible can experience an add-on program, while also preserving the benefit of camper-elected activities for hours where they are not in their concentration. This way, campers can gain independence and spend time in hours with friends and cabin-mates. 

Please note that caregivers are not required to sign their camper up for an add-on activity. These are recommended for campers who are interested in enhancing their skills in these areas since each will run for two periods, rather than the standard one period. They will have the choice to choose from a variety of activities at camp that do not cost extra. They will also have the opportunity to go to the climbing wall with their cabin group at some point throughout their session.

Horseback Riding

Campers will receive half-day instruction in horseback riding and horsemanship from our barn staff. Campers will learn basic skills such as proper horse safety, full grooming, hoof picking, bridling and saddling. They will receive proper western riding instruction, including reining, walking, trotting, proper spacing, corral work and more. Horseback riding is offered for one-week sessions and for one or two weeks during two-week sessions.  

One Week- $325

Two Weeks- $475

TRAIL RIDES

Want to get a taste of the AGQ Barn? Trail rides are an easy way for campers to try out horseback riding. Trail rides will happen during rest hour, and campers will ride our friendly, well-trained horses on a pre-set path supported by our skilled barn staff. No experience is required! Trail rides are available during two-week sessions only.

Trail Ride-$25

sailing

Campers signed up for Sailing Concentration will spend their afternoon on Burt Lake mastering the art of sailing! We have a variety of boats in our fleet, perfect for campers of every skill level. Our sailing staff allow campers to have hands-on experience and independence on the water as campers develop their sailing skills. Will you get your Admiral’s Award this summer? Sign up to find out! Sailing is offered for one-week sessions and for one or two weeks during two-week sessions.  

One Week- $115

Two Weeks-$215

waterskiing

Campers will be assigned to a minimum of 3 blocks (AM or PM) throughout the week to go out on our ski boat and waterski! Our Ski Staff are trained in teaching skills and safety helping campers who are beginners and challenging those who are pros! Learn to ski for the first time or try your skills at slalom skiing! Burt Lake's waters provide the perfect setting for skiers of every level. Campers in Waterskiing will still be able to sign up for all 4 of their regular activity areas. Waterskiing is offered for one-week sessions and for one or two weeks during two-week sessions.

One Week- $175

Two Weeks- $335

AGQ Stayover Camp

Stayover camp is an overnight camping experience facilitated by 2-3 staff members for campers who are staying for back-to-back sessions and who will not be picked up between sessions. Stayover campers will stay on camp for the evening but during the day will be able to enjoy off-camp activities, do laundry, and enjoy our local area. 

Session 1 to 2 (6/20-6/21) 

Session 2 to 3 (7/4-7/5) 

Session 3 to 4 (7/18-7/19) 

Session 4 to 5 (8/1-8/2) 

Session 5 to 6 (8/8-8/9) 

Please note, there is a day between each session of camp. Campers enrolled in back to back sessions can either get picked up for the day in-between or sign up for our Stayover Camp. Stayover camp is listed as an ‘Add-On’ in the registration platform but will not count towards the camper’s allocated add-on sessions. Spots are limited so please make sure to register early.  

Stayover Camp- $175

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is the difference between one and two week activities? 

 If your camper is enrolled in a two-week core session (Sessions 2, 3, or 4) you have the option to enroll your camper in a one or two week add-on. One week means your camper will do the activity for one of the two weeks of the session, although it may be either week, depending on scheduling. Two weeks is for camper looking more of a challenge and chance to grow. They will participate in a two-week curriculum over the course of their entire session at camp.

My camper is enrolled in an LIT core session- what can they sign up for?  

Leader-In-Training (LIT) is the capstone camper program at Camp AGQ, and your camper will spend their afternoon activity hours participating in special LIT activities. Our Sailing, Climbing Concentration, and 2-week horseback riding run in the afternoon so LITs are not eligible for those programs. LITs are also not eligible for overnight trips although they will participate in the LIT overnight as a part of the program.

Can I receive a scholarship for add-on activities?  

Yes! We will provide a scholarship for up to two weeks of add-on activities.