Mind, Body, and Soul

At this year’s Kaurs United Toronto Camp you will learn to connect and uplift your Mind, Body, and Soul. Why is this the theme of this year’s Camp? Sikh women need to enlighten their mind, let their body be natural, and reconnect their soul. We are all capable of creating an atmosphere full of energy of Love, Unity, Peace, and Happiness! The power of unity is indescribable! This spiritual awakening can only be sought if you look to grow, learn, meditate, and enlighten you Mind, Body, and Soul. Excited yet? Well keep reading forward.



Kaurs United Camps provide you with amazing sangat, inspiring and motivating workshops, personal discussions, the ultimate blessings, an awakening of the senses, and much more! The prospect to come together and unite with Sikh women in one another’s companionship doesn’t come too often. You will not only enjoy, laugh, grow, learn, but also cry, be moved by stories, and have an experience you wouldn’t want to miss!

This year’s Camp is an overnight camp, held at Camp Sauline Retreat Center, and this is what you should look forward to:

• Girls and women your age who are also there to learn and grow.
• Well-organized, inspirational workshops and lectures by a variety of speakers, suited to Sikh girls and women like yourself.
• Personal discussions on a variety of topics.
• Early morning (Amrit Vela) meditation and Nitnem as well as evening Kirtan.
• Exciting recreational activities including:
  • swimming
  • yoga
  • hiking
  • arts and crafts
  • sports
  • the renowned annual Kaurs United talent show
  • and more.
• Beautiful, serene, and safe surroundings.
• The opportunity to bond with the Guru and his daughters over the course of three energizing, moving days.

Above all, before launching this adventure, Kaurs United Sevadaars took this Hukamnama to get Guru Ji’s Blessing.

This years Camp will be located at Camp Sauline Retreat Center (20th Side Road, Essa, Ontario). This campsite is about an hour drive from Toronto, 20 minutes from Barrie. It is a beautiful property in a rustic setting on the banks of the Nottawasaga River and consists of 252 acres of woods and fields.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who can come to camp?
Any girls and women ages 12-28 are welcome. Women above this age range are requested to contact us at ontario@kaursunited.org for information on attending. Participants under the age of 18 require parental/guardian consent. There will be participants from various locations and different walks of life at camp, everyone is welcome and encouraged to attend.

I will be flying in from outside of Ontario. Can you help me out?
Kaurs United volunteers will try their best to assist campers flying in for camp. Accommodation for days outside of Camp will also be arranged, and airport pickups are available if you email us at ontario@kaursunited.org well in advance.

I have health / personal / private concerns.
Kaurs United camp is a network based on spiritual and social growth, and we believe in inclusion and empowerment. We welcome all women and girls yearning to share this experience. Please contact ontario@kaursunited.org and we will reply in confidence to assist you with any concerns.



Is the campsite equipped with First Aid supplies and is staff trained?
Several of Kaurs United staff members will be trained in first aid, and there will be first aid kits handy in different areas of the campsite. If any Kaur wishes to bring a travel-size first aid kit, however, she is welcome to do so.

Is there a contingency plan in place for Kaurs who are unable to pay full Camp fees?
Like numerous other non-profit organizations, Kaurs United is operated on the donations and Camp fees of its campers and supporters. The amenities and experience provided at camp, comparable to other camps around the world, is made available at a relatively very low fee. However, we are happy to offer scholarships to reduce the fees of campers in extraordinary financial need. For consideration of a scholarship, please e-mail ontario@kaursunited.org before July 31st with a write-up explaining why you would like a scholarship, and also please make a submission to the Kaurs United Library (e.g. a new poem, story, essay, piece of art, etc.). Campers flying from abroad may request reduced fees to account for airplane tickets.

I don’t know anyone who will be at Camp and may be coming alone. Yikes!
Have no fear. It is a core goal at Kaurs United Camps to unite Sikh girls and women and help them make new friends. You do not need to know anyone at Camp, and several campers have made friends within the first few days (or hours) of Camp. You will be matched up with other girls and women in your age category and will have the chance to mingle.



I am not Amritdhari, can not read Gurmukhi, and have little knowledge on Sikhism. Is this Camp only for girls who have all of the above?
No, with a capital “N.” Kaurs United Camp is for anyone who regards herself as a Kaur, or anyone who is interested in becoming a Kaur. You will have several opportunities to learn about Sikhism at Camp and do not need background knowledge to attend. The morning and evening darbars are made easier for campers who cannot read Gurmukhi as there is always a screen projecting English translations to Gurbani.

Camp Dates
Thursday, August 12 to Sunday, August 15th, 2010

Fees
Register Before July 30th: $115
Register After July 30 $130

Transportation
Kaurs United will be departing from Malton Gurdwara (7282 Airport Rd.) on Thursday, August 12th at 5:00pm. Everyone should be on time!

Packing List
Please note: the starred items (*) are mandatory.

___Sleeping bag or large comforter/blanket*
___Pillow*
___Bed sheet*
___Toothbrush / toothpaste / pads / hairbrush / towel / shampoo / soap / deodorant etc.*
___Flip flops (for the shower)*
___Dastaar / keski / rumaal / bandana / patka (form of head covering)*
___Salvaar Kameez / Chola / Bana – at least 3*
___Insect repellent*
___Sunscreen*
___Track pants / jogging pants – at least 3-4*
___T-shirts - at least 5-6*
___Sweaters / Sweatshirts
___Jacket*
___Runners*
___Sandals*
___Undergarments (bring extra)*
___Socks*
___Loose swimwear
___Jeans
___Flashlight (plus extra batteries)*
___Shawl or Loee
___An open heart and motivation for chardi kala (high spirits)

Also note:

• This Camp is overnight and is being held at the Camp Sauline Retreat Center. Kaurs United is not liable for loss of or damage to any property of any participants.
• We suggest campers do not bring any other valuables such as digital cameras, mp3 players, etc.
• Kaurs United is not liable for campers' loss of or damage to any property.
• Campers are liable for any damage they cause to campsite property, Kaurs United property, or others property whilst at camp.
• Campers will be contacted 1 – 2 weeks prior to camp to confirm their status.

If you have any questions please feel free to email us at ontario@kaursunited.org

You may download and print the registration form and submit it in person, or fill it out on the computer and email it.

Click here to download the form (Adobe Acrobat PDF file)

Dropoff Location:
Malton Gurdwara
Hall 6
Sundays from 1-3pm at the Kaurs Santhiya Class (Kaur sevadars will be present – Satbir Kaur)
7282 Airport Rd., Malton, Ontario
Phone Number: 905-671-1662

Or send via email:
Email your registration to ontario@kaursunited.org (bring your registration fee on or before August 10th)

Please note: spaces are limited so you must pay your fees within one week of registration.