Camp Eclipse: OUT in the Woods will bring together youth between the ages of 16 and 24 for four days of empowering workshops which take a solution-focused and strengths-based approach to the issues faced by two-spirit, lesbian, bisexual, gay, trans, queer, intersex, and ace (2SLBGTQIA+) youth. Camp Eclipse will bring new ways of networking and finding community in these challenging and unprecedented times. This camp is open to any youth, regardless of their gender and sexual identity.

This year's Camp Eclipse will take place at Camp Starrigan, located in Musgravetown just outside of Clarenville, with travel provided to and from St. John's. Camp Eclipse and all attendees will follow the recommendations set out by the provincial Medical Officer of Health to protect our communities. The Camp Site is accessible and provides indoor sleeping areas, bathrooms, and kitchen facilities. Meals are provided. Planned Parenthood - Newfoundland and Labrador Sexual Health Centre will host this year's Camp Eclipse: OUT in the Woods from Thursday, August 24th, 2023, to Sunday, August 27, 2023.

At Camp Eclipse: OUT in the Woods, youth learn how to improve things for themselves and others.

Camp Eclipse will benefit youth, who will be empowered to:
• find support for themselves
• offer support to other youth
• take positive steps to help end discrimination
• create safer schools and communities
• and overcome challenges in their lives

Camp Eclipse creates a safe space to:
• build social connections and support networks
• build important personal skills
• develop a sense of belonging and a healthy sense of self
• have fun!

Age Requirements:
Camper: 16-24
Youth Leader: 18-24
Mentor: 25 and up.

If you think Camp Eclipse is for you, please complete this application form!

The deadline for Campers to apply is Friday, July 28th, 2023.
The deadline for Mentors and Youth Leaders to apply is Sunday, July 23rd, 2023.

Applicants will be notified of results on or before Tuesday, August 1st, 2023, at which point, if they are accepted, they will receive a Registration Package containing a registration form. Registration forms and a recommended $50 commitment/registration fee for accepted applications will be due Sunday, August 7th.

If you cannot provide a commitment fee, please complete the application and the Camp Director will be in touch to make an accommodation for you, being unable to pay this fee will not prohibit you from attending.

For more information, please visit Camp Eclipse's website www.campeclipse.com or contact Planned Parenthood - NLSHC 579-1009 (toll-free: 1-877-NO-MYTHS (666-9827)). You can also contact a Camp Director at campeclipsenl@gmail.com


Most communications will be via email (please add campeclipsenl@gmail.com to your safe email list):