Linda Evans Memorial Music Camp

Where the music never ends, and memories last a lifetime!

Alex Jurgensen and Matthew Alvernaz stand, facing the camera. Matthew is holding his Saxophone with Alex in the background.
From left to right: Alex Jurgensen (16) and Matthew Alvernaz (13), two friends who met at Camp Bowen. Photo by Stuart Davis for the Vancouver Sun

About the Linda Evans Memorial Music Camp

Ages
8-18
Length
7 Days (6 Nights)
Next Session
August 12-18, 2025
Cost
$195 (funding available)
Travel support available
Yes
Location
Xenia Creative Development Centre, Bowen Island, BC
Operated By
COBD: Camp Bowen Division, in partnership with the Canadian Council of the Blind’s Bowen Island Chapter
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  1. Camp Description
  2. Funding
  3. Travel Assistance
  4. Registration Made Easy
  5. Stay in the Loop

Camp Description

Please Note: Children and teens may also be interested in Camp Bowen: Community Exploration Camp for ages 8-12 or Camp Bowen: Foundations of Independence Camp (Teen Edition) for ages 13-19

Is your child or teen passionate about music? Are they looking to learn more about musical instruments as a hobby or in preparation for joining the school band? At the Linda Evans Memorial Music Camp, we celebrate music’s joy and beauty in a fully inclusive, safe environment. Our camp is designed to empower blind, low vision, and DeafBlind youth, ages 8 to 18, to explore, create, and connect through the universal language of music on beautiful Bowen Island.

Whether your child or teen is a beginner looking to learn the basics, an experienced musician seeking to refine their skills, or a shower singer, our camp has something for everyone. Participants from across Canada can share their passion for music. Our camp provides a unique opportunity for youth to learn musical instruments and work with blind and DeafBlind mentors who also love music. Campers explore the beginner band curriculum and demonstrate what they have learned
in an end of camp concert that their families, friends, and donors will be invited to attend.

But our camp is more than just music; it’s a community. It’s a place where friendships are formed, confidence is built, and dreams are realized. It’s a place where barriers are broken down, and possibilities are endless. A spot where campers will meet people who share some of the same challenges they experience and gain valuable skills that support full participation in school bands and other community music programs alongside sighted peers.

And if that wasn’t enough to get you excited, this music camp balances recreation and skills learning, with a focus on fun and friendship! Campfires, hikes, community outings, self-defense, swimming/boating, and board games are just some of the activities Camp Bowen offers. The skills taught through these fun activities prepare youth for truly life-long independence and build their confidence.

So have your child or teen join us this summer and discover the transformative power of music through fun activities and showcase their talents to friends, family and people from the community at our end of camp concert! We will create a symphony of sounds that will resonate long after the campfire has dimmed.

Camp Partners

We are partnering with the Canadian Council of the Blind’s Bowen Island Chapter. In addition, Camp Bowen staff are very pleased to be supported in this exciting program by the West Vancouver Youth Band and their Executive
Director, Doug Macaulay. The West Vancouver Youth Band and Long and
McQuade have supported this program since 2004.

Funding

At Camp Bowen, we believe every camper deserves a chance to experience the magic of summer camp. That’s why we offer funding to cover camp fees and travel expenses, ensuring that financial barriers never stand in the way of an unforgettable camp experience. Simply request funding during the registration process, and let the adventure begin!

Travel Assistance

Camp Bowen is pleased to provide travel assistance to help campers participate in our life-changing programs. Whether assistance is needed in the form of financial support, help booking transportation, or a staff travel companion, we want to make sure getting to camp is an easy and enjoyable experience for everyone. For assistance planning your unique travel situation, please call: +1 (800) 264-2623, extension 100 or use another contact method.

Registration Made Easy

Ready to embark on the adventure of a lifetime? Registering for Camp Bowen is simple! Just fill out the camp registration form, and you’ll be on your way to an unforgettable summer experience.

Need help with the form? Call: +1 (800) 264-2623, extension 102 or use another contact method.

REGISTER NOW!

Stay in the Loop

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