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Review of YMCA Camp Wanakita

Overall this is a very good camp. My kids love it,...

Overall this is a very good camp. My kids love it, the food is good and so are the grounds and activities.
The reason for my three star review is having been to several other camps such as Kawartha, Wabanaki and Pinecrest, we ve noticed a stark difference in the overall vibe here. At the other camps you re greeted with enthusiasm and energy by ALL the counselors and staff. Your kids feel safe and excited and you, as a parent feel at ease to be leaving them there for the next week.
For some reason Wanakita has a subtle malaise, which I can only imagine has to do with the leadership here.
For example, on our first tour of the camp we were with two counselors who were rebuffed by a superior who didn t even acknowledge us, telling the girls only one of them should be showing us around. A hello and friendliness go a long way so I d like to see the leadership here step up and make a bigger effort to instill a better attitude.
The greeters also need a boost and the overall welcoming process needs a review.