Outdoor education

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Outdoor education comes in as wide a variety as your imagination allows. Outdoor learning usually includes uniquely seasonal activities like canoeing, kayaking, outdoor rock climbing, rope climbing or other rope games available at many summer camps. More specialized outdoor learning experiences are found in wilderness camps or adventure camps as well as day camps like zoo camps and horse camps. Read more

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	Info	Cost	Ages	Relevance	Locations
Camp Nominingue An English boys' camp in Quebec, Nominingue offers the ultimate outdoor experience: living in a tent with the opportunity of going on wilderness canoe trips. It is the place where your summer adventure begins! Mont-Tremblant Traditional (multi activity) Ages 7 to 16 ( Boys) Overnight Camp from $975	overnightcampallboys	975	7-16	21	Mont-TremblantOnlineQuebec
Vancouver Outdoor Society Our mission is to join with youth and families on a journey to discover and develop their character identity to achieve their best potential. Squamish; Vancouver Traditional (multi activity) Ages 7 to 20 (Coed) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $149	daycampovernightcampcoed	149	7-20	36	SquamishVancouverBritish Columbia
Wildhorse Ranch A unique western ranch experience immersed in HORSES! Learning horse connection skills with games and riding in the forests. Practice Heart to Heart energy work. Come Ride! Meet Friends. Own your horse for the week! Rocky Mountain House Sport: Horseback Riding/Equestrian Ages 12 to 17 ( Girls) Overnight Camp, Day Camp from $1,350	overnightcampdaycampallgirls	1350	12-17	40	Rocky Mountain HouseAlberta

Camps offering outdoor education as an activity

	Info	Cost	Ages	Relevance	Locations
Stanstead College Summer Camps Unique summer camps for boys and girls, including the Language Adventure and the Hockey Development program. We strive to offer high quality and supervised camps on our beautiful campus located in the Eastern Townships. Stanstead Traditional (multi activity) Ages 11 to 17 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $300	overnightcampcoed	300	11-17	1	StansteadOnlineQuebec
YMCA of Southwestern Ontario Overnight Camps The YMCA of Southwestern Ontario offers two amazing overnight camps for campers aged 5-16 - YMCA Camp Queen Elizabeth (CQE) in Georgian Bay Islands National Park and YMCA Camp Henry in Point Pelee National Park. Leamington; London; Port Severn Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 16 (Coed) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $600	daycampovernightcampcoed	600	5-16	2	LeamingtonLondonPort SevernOntario
InterVarsity Circle Square Ranch Big Clear Lake Circle Square Ranch is a life changing Christian summer camp for youth 6-16. We offer a wide range of activities including horseback riding, water activities and climbing. Your summer adventure with friends starts here! Hamilton; Huntsville; Land O' Lakes Tourist Region; Western Lanark County Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 16 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $660	overnightcampcoed	660	6-16	3	HamiltonHuntsvilleLand O' Lakes Tourist RegionWestern Lanark CountyOntario
Niagara Adventure Camp Our summer program offers children the chance to simply get back to basics and enjoy the fun associated with being outside. Our sports and activities are designed to promote team spirit and encourage personal growth. Fenwick Traditional (multi activity) Ages 10 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $75	daycampovernightcampcoed	75	10-18	4	FenwickOnlineOntario
Camp Ecolart We are a premium summer and winter camp for kids ages 4 to 17. We offer day and overnight camps in the summer in 4 locations: Montreal, Whistler, Banff and San Diego. We also offer a ski/snowboard camp in the winter. Banff; Montreal; Whistler Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 17 (Coed) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $350	daycampovernightcampcoed	350	4-17	5	BanffMontrealWhistlerAlberta, British Columbia, Quebec
Camp Can-Aqua A traditional camp with diverse programming & exceptional instruction, we believe in teaching kids compromise, patients & empathy. Fun is a given. Through thoughtful & individualized programming, our campers thrive here. Haliburton Highlands; Oakville; Ottawa Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 17 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $2,785	overnightcampcoed	2785	5-17	6	Haliburton HighlandsOakvilleOttawaOnlineOntario
City Scouts: Urban Adventure Camp City Scouts is a weekly urban adventure camp in the heart of Toronto. Our goal is to foster growing children's sense of independence through urban adventure South Annex, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Ages 9 to 14 (Coed) Day Camp from $365	daycampcoed	365	9-14	7	South Annex, TorontoOntarioDowntown
Camp Muskoka Boost your camper's self-confidence in a fun, safe & supportive community. Great staff, delicious food, comfy modern lodging and a choose your own adventure programming style offering with over 50 activities every day! Bracebridge Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 16 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $1,495	overnightcampcoed	1495	6-16	8	BracebridgeOntario
City of Toronto Camps There's a City of Toronto camp in every neighbourhood across the city! Affordable, traditional camps and interest-specific experiences are offered for ages four to 16, plus adapted camps for ages four to 29! Bay Street Corridor, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 16 (Coed) Day Camp from $1	daycampcoed	1	4-16	9	Bay Street Corridor, TorontoOntarioDowntown
Camp Davern Camp Davern is a traditional co-ed summer that trades on adventure, community and just plain fun. Kingston; Perth Traditional (multi activity) Ages 7 to 16 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $1,295	overnightcampcoed	1295	7-16	10	KingstonPerthOntario
Safari Zoo Camp The only residential summer camp of its kind in the world, participants work hands on alongside professional animal care staff to care for a variety of animals, many rare and endangered. Clarington Education: Zoology Ages 6 to 17 (Coed) Overnight Camp, PA Day from $1,200	overnightcamppadaycoed	1200	6-17	11	ClaringtonOnlineOntario
Camp IAWAH Eastern Ontario Summer Camp, nestled on the shores of Wolfe Lake 15 minutes from Westport. Activities at IAWAH include leadership building, archery tag, canoeing, cake decorating, programming and turf sports. Westport Traditional (multi activity) Ages 7 to 18 (Coed, Girls, Boys) Overnight Camp from $370	overnightcampcoedallgirlsallboys	370	7-18	12	WestportOntario
Educo Adventure School Inspire. Empower. Engage. Through experiential adventure activities, we challenge youth to step outside their comfort zone and develop interpersonal and leadership skills. 100 Mile House Traditional (multi activity) Ages 9 to 18 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $700	overnightcampcoed	700	9-18	13	100 Mile HouseBritish Columbia
Crescent Camps Our Camps reflect Crescent School's excellence in STEM, robotics, athletics, business, the arts and leadership, with highly qualified, enthusiastic instructors and staff. North Toronto, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 13 (Coed) Day Camp from $420	daycampcoed	420	4-13	14	North Toronto, TorontoOnlineOntarioUptown
Northwaters & Langskib Canoe Tripping Programs Backcountry canoe adventures with heart & meaning in boys, girls and all-gender programs. Trips weave together challenge, community & confidence to connect youth to the land, each other, and their own unique spirit. Temagami Adventure: Wilderness Out-tripping Ages 10 to 17 (Coed, Girls, Boys) Overnight Camp from $1,300	overnightcampcoedallgirlsallboys	1300	10-17	15	TemagamiOntario
Onondaga Camp For more than 100 years Onondaga Camp has provided an inclusive environment where young people can play, explore, achieve and grow. Offering over 30 different activities, there is something for everyone! Minden Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 16 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $1,900	overnightcampcoed	1900	6-16	16	MindenOntario
InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Ontario InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Ontario is a Christian Summer Camp and Outdoor Education & Retreat Centre located in Ontario, offering programs for children, youth, and students. Huntsville Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 17 (Coed, Girls, Boys) Overnight Camp from $495	overnightcampcoedallgirlsallboys	495	5-17	17	HuntsvilleOntario
Camp Bil-O-Wood A traditional, outdoor, athletic, & life skills camp for kids 7 - 17. Exceptional camping & canoeing. Over 30 sports & activities for kids from Canada, US, & Europe; family operated for 74 yrs. An awesome experience! Blind River Traditional (multi activity) Ages 7 to 17 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $850	overnightcampcoed	850	7-17	18	Blind RiverOnlineOntario
Discovery Day Camp Our qualified, experienced and highly trained staff is anxiously awaiting the opportunity to guide our campers' adventures. The camp everyone can DISCOVER AND GO BEYOND. www.discoveryday.ca Richmond Hill Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 15 (Coed) Day Camp from $1,350	daycampcoed	1350	4-15	19	Richmond HillOnlineOntario
Canadian Adventure Camp A true adventure camp with the very best staff. Choose from a Traditional General Camp Program or specialize in Trampoline, Gymnastics, Aerials (circus) or Wakeboarding & Water Skiing. Temagami Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 17 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $1,500	overnightcampcoed	1500	5-17	20	TemagamiOnlineOntario
Camp Pathfinder Historic boys' camp on Pathfinder Island, Algonquin Park. Est. 1914. Full in-camp program. Water, land and camping sports. Canoe trips a specialty. Spectacular setting. Exceptional staff, positive culture for boys. Algonquin Park Traditional (multi activity) Ages 7 to 16 ( Boys) Overnight Camp from $1,200	overnightcampallboys	1200	7-16	22	Algonquin ParkOnlineOntario
Camp Couchiching Beautiful forests, rolling fields and lots of lakeside waterfront are waiting for you only 1.5 hours from Toronto. Camp Couchiching focuses on individual development and challenge by choice, We are all levels of awesome! Orillia Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 14 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $875	overnightcampcoed	875	6-14	23	OrilliaOnlineOntario
Kandalore Kandalore is one of the finest overnight camps in Canada, providing the best of both canoe tripping and in-camp activities. For over 75 years, Kandalore has given campers the chance to get to know and be themselves. Minden Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 16 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $3,290	overnightcampcoed	3290	6-16	24	MindenOnlineOntario
Camp Frenda Summer camp in the heart of Muskoka. Very reasonable rates. Activities include horseback riding, rock climbing, water skiing, rocketry, archery, and many others. Port Carling Traditional (multi activity) Ages 8 to 16 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $640	overnightcampcoed	640	8-16	25	Port CarlingOntario
Teen Ranch Just an hour from the GTA, a traditional Christian summer camp & year round retreat facility, specializing in developing youth through horse, hockey, adventure, bmx, soccer, figure skate, ninja warrior, WHAM & day camps. Caledon Sport (multi) Ages 5 to 16 (Coed) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $525	daycampovernightcampcoed	525	5-16	26	CaledonOnlineOntario
InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Alberta Pioneer Camp Alberta is a Christian summer camp with two beautiful locations in Sundre & Rocky Mountain House, AB. Get ready for exploration, adventure, creation, challenge, growth, skill development, and of course, fun! Rocky Mountain House; Sundre Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 18 (Coed, Girls, Boys) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $159	daycampovernightcampcoedallgirlsallboys	159	5-18	27	Rocky Mountain HouseSundreOnlineAlberta
UCC Summer Life A Co-ed Summer Enrichment Experience in the Heart of Toronto, Canada for International and Local Students ages 10 to 17. Forest Hill, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Ages 10 to 17 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $3,995	overnightcampcoed	3995	10-17	28	Forest Hill, TorontoOnlineOntarioMidtown
Lakefield College School Summer Programs Transformative experiences learning in and through the outdoors—academic, athletic, for credit or enrichment. Spend every day outdoors on the water, in the forest, or at our farm—learn, have fun and stretch yourself. Lakefield Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 18 (Coed) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $330	daycampovernightcampcoed	330	6-18	29	LakefieldOnlineOntario
Camp Northway/ Wendigo Northway, Canada's oldest summer camp for girls (age 7-16) and Wendigo, a small tripping outpost for boys (age 12-16) are located in the wilderness of Algonquin Park. Algonquin Park Traditional (multi activity) Ages 7 to 16 ( Girls, Boys) Overnight Camp from $1,275	overnightcampallgirlsallboys	1275	7-16	30	Algonquin ParkOnlineOntario
Glen Bernard Camp A traditional overnight summer camp for girls offering wilderness adventure, sailing, swimming and lifesaving, arts and many other activities! Huntsville Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 16 ( Girls) Overnight Camp from $400	overnightcampallgirls	400	4-16	31	HuntsvilleOntario
Branksome Hall Day Camps Branksome Hall offers remarkable day camps for girls & boys in the heart of Toronto. Choose from a wide selection of Arts, Sports and Technology based camps and specialty camps like Dance, Photography and Swim. Rosedale, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Ages 4 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp from $505	daycampcoed	505	4-12	32	Rosedale, TorontoOnlineOntarioMidtown
InterVarsity Pioneer Camp Pacific One of nine Inter-Varsity Camps, Pioneer Pacific offers Christian summer camp and leadership programs for kids from 7-18, and includes a wide range of activities such as sailing, archery, kayaking and more. Thetis Island; Vancouver Traditional (multi activity) Ages 7 to 18 (Coed, Girls) Overnight Camp from $285	overnightcampcoedallgirls	285	7-18	33	Thetis IslandVancouverBritish Columbia
Camp Mini-Yo-We Camp Mini-Yo-We is a traditional, Christian overnight camp offering amazing activities, innovative programs, dedicated staff and a safe place for campers to stretch and grow. Huntsville Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 16 (Coed, Girls, Boys) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $995	daycampovernightcampcoedallgirlsallboys	995	5-16	34	HuntsvilleOnlineOntario
The STEAM Project Camps and classes for creative girls and boys who love science, technology, robotics, and design projects. Our kids learn while they experiment, invent, digitally fabricate, and build projects with their own hands! Markham; Richmond Hill Education: STEAM Ages 4 to 15 (Coed) Day Camp from $33	daycampcoed	33	4-15	35	MarkhamRichmond HillOnlineOntario
Camp Wenonah Trusted by families from around the world, Wenonah is a popular overnight summer camp in Muskoka Ontario for children aged 5 - 17 years old. Experienced and caring staff team, including full-time medical staff. Bracebridge Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 17 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $1,250	overnightcampcoed	1250	5-17	37	BracebridgeOntario
Toronto Kidz Our weeks focus on themes such as Dinosaurs, Animals, etc. for our younger campers 5-8 years old and Science, Outdoors, Arts, etc. for our older campers 9-12 year old. Weekly field trips to Toronto's attractions included High Park, Toronto; Roncesvalles Village, Toronto; Wallace Emerson, Toronto Traditional (multi activity) Ages 5 to 12 (Coed) Day Camp from $234	daycampcoed	234	5-12	38	High Park, TorontoRoncesvalles Village, TorontoWallace Emerson, TorontoOntarioWest-End
Camp Wanapitei Wilderness canoe-tripping camp based in Northern Ontario, paddling Ontario, Quebec, and the Territories. A strong tripping program is complemented by caring staff, community focus and a diverse in-camp program. Temagami Adventure: Wilderness Out-tripping Ages 7 to 18 (Coed) Overnight Camp from $1,090	overnightcampcoed	1090	7-18	39	TemagamiOntario
Heritage Park Send your kids on an adventure like no other at Canada’s Largest Living History Museum. They'll go back in time to experience the life of a pioneer child and discover the fun and history of the west! Calgary Traditional (multi activity) Ages 6 to 15 (Coed) Day Camp, Overnight Camp from $315	daycampovernightcampcoed	315	6-15	41	CalgaryAlberta

Experts such as Richard Louv and David Suzuki have decried today's youth's increasing alienation from the natural world and its effect on the way we view the outside world. This nature deficit disorder may even be a contributing factor in climate change as people are increasingly unaware of the effect of human activity.

Outdoor education is valuable for kids who are interested in pursuing learning in the natural or environmental sciences or who simply love the outdoors. It is also very valuable for kids who are academically inclined, of course, as it can provide an important counterpoint to schoolwork, sitting at a computer or playing video games.

There are several types of camps that specialize in specific areas of learning. These include the following:

Animal camps or zoo camps provide a lot of unique outdoor activities where kids can interact with and learn about animals from around the world. These are most definitely a unique outdoor education experience that kids will crave.
Horse camps are focused on horse-related activities. This unique outdoor learning experience is ideal for kids who love horses. While the focus is on horseback riding, there are likely many other activities available to break up the day.
Wilderness camps offer out-trips into the deep woods of Northern Ontario or Quebec. These can be several weeks long, in fact, although the length varies. Teens gain experience with wilderness survival, grow personally in a number of unique ways and will likely encounter varied wildlife. This unique camp experience is immensely rewarding, and provides intense outdoor education.
Camps such as golf camps, soccer, and baseball provide a lot of time outdoors where kids will learn new skills in the activity of focus, as well as many other outdoor activities. There are also some great water sports camps for this as well, such as swimming, canoe, waterski, and kayak camps.

Outdoor education is a byproduct of many types of summer camps, including both day and overnight camps. A byproduct of outdoor learning is an increased understanding of the environment, issues like climate change and an alleviation of what Richard Louv has famously called nature deficit disorder.

Get an outdoor education at the camps listed here!

Wilderness skills camps