About Teen Time
At Teen Time, we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment where young people can learn, grow, and have fun! As a registered charitable, non-profit, non-denominational, Christian organization, we focus on promoting physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual development through recreational programming, social interactions, and the teaching of scriptural principles.
Mission
Real people bringing faith, hope and love to youth through relationships and mentorship.
Vision
Teen Time is a club with a purpose. This purpose is to introduce individuals to Jesus Christ, so that they may know Christ as their Lord and Savior. To establish programs that would provide opportunity for Christian growth and discipleship, the programs are that which carries forth the purpose of the organization.
Statement of Faith
At Teen Time, we strive to create an environment where all individuals feel valued and supported, fostering a sense of belonging while promoting the message of Christ. As a non-denominational Christian organization, we strongly believe that ‘where love is felt, the message is heard’.
Our History
Wally & Rosie Sczebel founded Teen Time in 1964 as a recreational program for youths. What began as a small group of youngsters gathering regularly, grew to a club with its own sports teams, intramural program and annual Easter drama/musical production.
Incorporated as a society and registered as a charitable organization in 1969, Teen Time established its first summer camp in 1967 at Moose Lake, Alberta, and has since expanded to offer more camps including riding camp and paintball camps.
In 1974, the current camp location near Dapp, Alberta, was purchased, enabling Teen Time to host hundreds of youth aged 7 to 17 for summer camps.
Land Acknowledgement
Land Acknowledgement: Teen Time of Edmonton acknowledges the traditional land on which we are headquartered is in Treaty 6 territory. We honour and respect the diverse status and non-status Indigenous people who call this territory home such as the Métis, the Cree and Woodland Cree peoples
Summer By The Numbers
28,000+
Hours Worked
By Our Amazing Staff
600+
Campers
Enjoy Our Ranch
14,000+
Meals Served
In Our Dining Hall
Teen Time Ranch
Our ranch is situated on the picturesque shores of a semi-private lake, surrounded by 350 acres of beautiful natural landscapes. It boasts a charming two-story lodge facility and cozy summer cabins, making it an ideal location for a serene getaway.
The property also boasts:
Outdoor Amphitheatre
Indoor & Outdoor Riding Arena & Barn
Sandy Beach on a Clean Lake
Chapel
Indoor Amphitheatre
Paintball Course
Our Year Round Team
Tina (Samsquanch) has been involved with Teen Time since she was 12 years old. She has a background in ministry and communication and is passionate about youth and youth mentorship. Having worked in the office over the last 3 years, she’s excited to step into her new role as Program Coordinator and is looking forward to the opportunity to mentor the youth and young adults involved with Teen Time.
More than 30 years ago, Sparky became a youth camper at Teen Time and has been a devoted member ever since. He now takes on multiple roles including capturing camp memories through his camera lens, providing first aid care, and being a compassionate support system for campers with special needs.