Pride Camp 2025 is Coming!
Summer Camps at UUCoV:
June 30-July 4th 2025 (no camp on July 1 stat)
Camp for Youth:
Uniquely U: a radical inclusion camp
Camp for 5-10 years
Wonder Camp
Camps runs 9 am to 4 pm each day and is held on the beautiful Unitarian Universalist building and grounds on traditional WSAANEC territory.
Our camp divides into two groups: WONDER CAMP for youngers (5 to approx 10 years) and UNIQUELY U camp for young youth 10 to 16 years. Final grouping will be decided by camp directors depending on the # and age composition of who enrolls (and also by interest; we welcome your requests). We ask that all campers be of school age.
Cooking and eating lunch together will be a wonderful and special part of the camp experience. We also ask that you send a hearty snack with your child each day.
*** We will do our best to create lunches that everyone enjoys, and will also ask that campers be willing to try new foods. If your child/youth is particular in what they like to eat, please be prepared to send lunches from home as needed.
Each year our UU community participates in the Victoria Pride Parade, which happens this year on Sunday July 6. We warmly invite your family to join the fun! Please know that while UU parade leaders will be there to support, we cannot be officially responsible for your child at the parade– they must attend with a guardian who is ultimately responsible for their comfort and safety.
Camp fees are on a sliding scale basis of $100 – $200 for the week.
Our Philosophy
We are big believers in embodied learning– an approach which recognizes that knowledge isn’t just stored in the brain but is also formed through our interactions with the world and our bodies. Our programs and activities emphasize the role of physical movement, interaction with the environment, and sensory experiences in learning and fostering wonder.
We believe that a UU church community is an important space for intergenerational connections. This is a place where children and youth can feel seen, safe, and cared about as they grow. It is also a place where children & youth learn (by doing) that they are an essential part of community, and can help to create beauty, wonder and justice in the world.
Monthly Themes
Our activities change with the seasons. We incorporate monthly themes into our hands-on activities – themes like Trust, Inclusion, and Joy.
Pride Camp
For one week in early summer, the children and youth take over the UU buildings and grounds. We cook together, play games, make lots of art, explore nature, and get ready for our grand finale in the Victoria Pride Parade that same weekend. Along the way, we create art and have discussions that honour our authentic selves. Unitarian Universalism values individuality and solidarity, and there is plenty of both at this inclusive and joyful camp. The 2025 camp dates are June 30 to July 3 (not including the July 1 Stat holiday), and the Victoria Pride parade is July 6 (optional for families).
Wassailing
Ancestor's Shrine
Singing & Music
Messy Church
World Religions
Youth Leadership
Past Activities
Newcomer to Our UU Community? Join Us for Lunch after service (March 8, 2026)
These gatherings introduce Unitarian Universalism and ways to get involved. Connect with others, including Rev. Shana, congregants, and fellow newcomers. We will also outline how
Calming Our Spirits: A Special Evening Worship Experience
Time: Wednesday, Nov. 19th, 7 – 8 pm Location: Sanctuary Back by popular demand, these evening worship services are designed to soothe our anxious nervous
Newcomer to Our UU Community? Join Us for Lunch after service (November 9, 2025)
These gatherings introduce Unitarian Universalism and ways to get involved. Connect with others, including Rev. Shana, congregants, and fellow newcomers. We will also outline how
Ancestors in Faith
Sunday, October 26 10:30 am Rev. Shana Lynngood, Homilist Jana Kotaska, Worship Associate As we prepare for All Souls Day an honour this time of
Calming Our Spirits: A Special Evening Worship Experience
Time: Wednesday, Oct. 22nd, 7 – 8 pm Location: Farmhouse – Common Room Back by popular demand, these evening worship services are designed to soothe
Soothing & Centring for Anxious Times
Sunday, October 19, 10:30 am Rev. Melora Lynngood, Homilist John Hopewell, Worship Associate Of course we’re on edge. Of course we’re worried and unsettled. Of
Embracing change! … or not?
Sunday, October 12, 10:30 am Lynne Bonner, Homilist Karen Christie, Worship Associate Change can be hard, yet that may be what’s needed for personal growth.
The Company We Keep
Sunday, October 5, 10:30 am — Rev. Shana Lynngood, Homilist — Jesse Invik, Worship Associate — On this Sunday, when we make our financial commitment
News From the Blues
Sunday, September 28, 10:30 am David Vest, Homilist Mollie Twidale, Worship Associate When life brings us down, music can lift us up. Songs and stories
Honouring UUCV’s Long-Time Members
Each year, the Unitarian Universalist Community of Victoria celebrates members who have been part of our congregation for many years. These individuals have contributed their
Calm in the Storm
Sunday, September 21, 10:30 am Rev Shana Lynngood, Homilist Ian Warrender, Worship Associate Over the summer I had many conversations about the paradox of holding
Calming Our Spirits Is Back! Join Us for a Special Evening Worship Experience
Time: Wednesday, Sept. 17th, 7 – 8 pm Location: Sanctuary Back by popular demand, these evening worship services are designed to soothe our anxious nervous
All about UU: Elevator Speeches and Spiritual Practices
Sunday, September 14, 10:30 am Rev Melora Lynngood, Homilist Jana Kotaska, Worship Associate If you are new here, what have you picked up so far
Meaning Making Groups – 3 Options, Register by October 12, 2025
As noted in the September issue of In the Spirit (emailed Aug 29), this year, we are using a new Canadian UU source for our
The Slow Growing Beauty of Community
Sunday, September 7, 10:30 am Rev. Shana Lynngood, Homilist Karen Christie, Worship Associate As we return for another program year we’ll begin by considering the