HAGI TV Bingo is proud to sponsor FREE camping at the Wilderness Discovery Centre.

CAMPING APPLICATIONS FOR 2024 OPEN

Free camping at Wilderness Discovery Centre will be taking place between June 17th 2024 and August 8th 2024. Wilderness Discovery is located on Lake Shebandowan. Successful applicants will receive:

Free accessible cabin rental or lakeside suite
Free access to all amenities: lodge, pontoon boat rides, bonfires, fishing swimming, etc.
Free wheelchair accessible transportation from Thunder Bay to Wilderness Discovery Centre, with return. Or if required, personal mileage may be available (please request mileage form).

For more information/application form(s) please visit: www.wildernessdiscovery.net or www.hagi.ca

Free Camping Application

First Name(Required)

Last Name(Required)

Address(Required)

Street Address Address Line 2 City State / Province / Region ZIP / Postal Code Country

Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

Are you disabled?(Required)

Are you 65+?(Required)

Please select your income(Required)

What will you be using at camp?

Walker

Wheelchair

Other

Please list all of the people in your party including family, friends, and personal support workers.

Name

Relationship

Below, write how many nights you would like on the line of your preferred camp session. HAGI will stagger the camping groups and notify you of your date. Check‐in is at 3pm, and check‐out will be at 11am. Camp 1 is a specific session for those interested in fishing off the dock and may produce some great experiences. Remember to bring your fishing rod, fishing net and bait.

Camp 1: (Camp Opener): June 17 – 23 (6 night sessions)

Camp 2: July 5– July 8 (3 night sessions)

Camp 3: July 22 – 25 (3 night sessions)

Camp 4: July 26 – 31 (5 night sessions)

Camp 5: August 1 - 4 (3 night sessions)

Camp 6: August 5 - 8 (3 night sessions)

Will the camper require any on‐site equipment provided by the campsite (listed below)?

Hoyer Lift

Hospital Bed

Shower Chair

Other

Do you require wheelchair accessible transportation to and from the camp?(Required)

Are you part of HAGIs community membership?(Required)

If not, a $5 annual individual membership or $10 annual family membership is available at the HAGI office. Please call (807) 343‐0414 or email info@hagi.ca.

Did you attend HAGI TV Bingo camp last year?(Required)

If you are unsuccessful in being chosen for a camping session, are you willing to be put on a waitlist to be notified if spots potentially become available later?

Please state why you would like to attend a HAGI TV Bingo camping session at the Wilderness Discovery Centre located on Lake Shebandowan:

Emergency Contact Information:

Emergency Contact Name(Required)

Phone(Required)

Email(Required)

Consent and Participation Policy for Camping Sessions

Personal Mileage Claim: If required, participants may submit a personal mileage claim for one vehicle. To do so, please request and complete the mileage form.

Participant Responsibilities: Participants are responsible for bringing the following items to all camping sessions:

Personal food and drink(s)
Food storage containers, aluminum foil, saran wrap, and paper towels
Keurig Pods or coffee and filters
Personal Support Care Worker
Personal items such as hygiene items, clothes, swimsuits, etc.
Bug spray and sunscreen
Fishing rod, fishing net, and bait
All required medical equipment and supplies

Provided Amenities: The camping sessions offer the following amenities:

Fully wheelchair accessible cabin or suite
Wheel‐in shower
Fully equipped kitchen with dishes, cups, utensils, dish soap, dish cloth, tea towels, rags, microwave, countertop stove, refrigerator, and freezer
Keurig Machine/Coffee Machine
Linens including sheets, blankets, towels, and pillows
BBQ and propane
Air Conditioning
Filtered (drinkable) water
One Power Wheelchair and one Scooter available on a first-come, first-served basis

Pet Policy:

Only registered service pets are allowed, and documentation must be provided.
Participants are responsible for the care, management, and clean-up of their pets.
Failure to comply will result in a cleaning fee.

Cleaning and Damages Fee:

If applicable, a cleaning and damages fee will be charged for failure to leave the cabin in a clean condition (excluding normal wear and tear) upon departure.
A replacement fee will be applied for any missing linen.

By participating in the camping sessions, you agree to adhere to and comply with the above policies. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

Phone

This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

OUR PARTNERSHIPS

Wilderness Discovery Partnership

Along with being a fun activity enjoyed by many, proceeds from HAGI TV Bingo support various programs and services for people with disabilities. Most notably, HAGI TV Bingo sponsors the Wilderness Discovery Camping Program. Located on Lake Shebandowan, this accessible camping resort eliminates the barriers that prevent people with disabilities from experiencing the outdoors. The Wilderness Discovery Camping Program provides individuals with disabilities the chance to do many things for the first time such as camping, lake swimming, fishing, and boating.

OUR COMMUNITY

Moving forward together

Within the community, HAGI provides a representative voice for the disabled by creating awareness and implementing solutions surrounding accessibility, transportation, sports and recreation, and housing. HAGI listens to concerns and advocates for change through effort made by the Board of Directors and diverse group of members. As a result of HAGIs efforts, Thunder Bay has become known as one of the accessibility leaders in Ontario in the provision of independent living solutions; other Ontario communities often try to replicate the initiatives of Thunder Bay as they have proven to have positive, long-lasting impacts.

Free Camping Application

Free Camping Application

HAGI TV Bingo is proud to sponsor FREE camping at the Wilderness Discovery Centre.

Free Camping Application

Emergency Contact Information:

Consent and Participation Policy for Camping Sessions

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OUR PARTNERSHIPS

Wilderness Discovery Partnership

OUR COMMUNITY

Moving forward together