Top Outdoor education for 2026/2027

Programs focusing on Wilderness Skills (1 results)

At camps below, you'll be immersed in outdoor education and learn some wilderness survival skills in a fun, supervised environment. Check camp listings for more details.

	Camp	Cost	Ages	Activities
FEATURED Wilderness Skills Traditional Lakefield College School Summer Programs Bushcraft Adventures Jul 27, 2026 - Jul 31, 2027 Day camp Lakefield, ON Age 12 to 14 (Coed) LakefieldOntario Build bushcraft skills while exploring our 315-acre waterfront campuses. Visit website View program	Lakefield College School Summer Programs	435	12-14	2026-07-012026-08-012026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-012027-07-01	,48,6,81,133,5,10,9,173,174,24,2,161,1,11,3,347,12,327,323,223,54,58,63,324,28,74,260,15,322,16,31,49,56,188,0,daycamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Wilderness Skills,Cooking,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Pottery,Nature/Environment,Yoga,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Dodgeball,Flag Football,Gaga,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Disc Golf,Hiking,Sports-Instructional and Training,Ultimate Frisbee,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Swimming,Traditional (multi activity) ,Adventure,

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Programs offering Wilderness Skills as an activity (14 results)

Camps below may have a generalized program of activities, with some wilderness survival skills mixed in.

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	Camp	Cost	Ages	Activities
FEATURED Traditional Camp Can-Aqua Family Camp Jun 05 - Sep 20, 2026 Overnight Haliburton Highlands, ON Age 1 to 18+ (Coed) Haliburton HighlandsOntario Enjoy the splendour of Camp Can-Aqua with your entire family. Enjoy all programs, food and activities as a family for one fee Visit website View program	Camp Can-Aqua	750	1-19	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-012026-09-01	,81,6,165,5,22,175,37,10,9,173,123,174,134,160,2,268,320,1,15,3,322,16,31,49,56,64,8,224,11,347,12,327,28,36,346,125,54,260,63,161,363,188,0,overnightcamp,familyprogram,coed,	,Wilderness Skills,Jazz,Dance (multi),Guitar,Music (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,Pottery,Woodworking,LEGO,STEM,Meditation,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Swimming,Waterskiing/Wakeboarding,Archery,Badminton ,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Dodgeball,Hiking,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Paintball,Soccer,Ultimate Frisbee,Volleyball,Yoga,Ceramics ,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Nature Education The Pine Project Run Wild After School Program Sep 28, 2026 - Jun 04, 2027 Program Toronto (2) Age 6 to 13 (Coed) TorontoEast-York, West-EndEast-YorkWest-EndOntario Each week, kids explore nature, play, learn outdoor skills, and grow confidence in a fun, supportive after-school community. Visit website View program	The Pine Project	1135	6-13	2026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-01	,298,6,81,10,5,9,134,33,2,91,24,7,50,153,1,276,28,3,181,programclass,coed,	,Survival skills,Wilderness Skills,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Woodworking,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),Nature/Environment,Zoology,Science (multi),Mindfulness Training,Strength and Conditioning,Hiking,Education (multi),Education,
Traditional Health & Fitness YMCA Wanakita Fall Women's Wellness Weekend Sep 25 - Sep 27, 2026 Overnight Haliburton Highlands, ON Age 1 to 18+ (Coed) Haliburton HighlandsOntario Designed as a healthy retreat where you can reconnect with friends, enjoy the outdoors, and try some fun camp activities! Visit website View program	YMCA Wanakita	315	1-19	2026-09-01	,48,6,81,59,5,288,10,9,24,2,8,3,12,347,327,63,324,28,222,16,322,31,56,161,1,188,0,318,overnightcamp,familyprogram,coed,	,Ropes Course,Wilderness Skills,Theatre Arts,Performing Arts (multi),Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Nature/Environment,Archery,Basketball,Ball Sports (multi),Dodgeball,Volleyball,Disc Golf,Hiking,Ping Pong,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Swimming,Yoga,Traditional (multi activity) ,Health and Fitness (multi),
Leadership Training Adventure Bear Creek Outdoor Centre Adventure Leadership Training Jun 27 - Aug 06, 2027 Overnight Renfrew, ON Age 15 to 17 (Coed) RenfrewOntario Adventure Leadership Training for teens 15-17 Visit website View program	Bear Creek Outdoor Centre	2175	15-17	2027-06-012027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,298,170,41,81,256,5,133,10,9,173,123,88,2,91,33,24,226,1,153,276,8,3,224,11,347,261,223,54,63,21,36,346,27,28,221,74,139,16,322,25,31,56,44,252,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Survival skills,Travel,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Baking/Decorating,Cooking,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Drawing,Painting,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Leadership Training,Nature/Environment,First-aid/lifesaving ,Mindfulness Training,Strength and Conditioning,Archery,Badminton ,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Cricket,Gaga,Soccer,Volleyball,Cycling,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Gymnastics,Hiking,Rock Climbing,Sports-Instructional and Training,Track and Field,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Swimming,Whitewater Rafting,Adventure (multi),Education,
Out-tripping Bear Creek Outdoor Centre Canoe Tripping Camp Jul 03 - Aug 21, 2027 Overnight Renfrew, ON Age 12 to 15 (Coed) RenfrewOntario Fantastic trips Visit website View program	Bear Creek Outdoor Centre	925	12-15	2027-07-012027-08-01	,41,6,81,16,3,322,overnightcamp,coed,	,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Adventure,
Traditional Camp Arowhon Summer Camp Full Sessions Jun 25, 2026 - Aug 23, 2027 Overnight Algonquin Park, ON Age 7 to 16 (Coed) Algonquin ParkOntario Discover everything camp has to offer in a month or more of fun, learning, and personal growth supported by expert staff. Visit website View program	Camp Arowhon	8300	7-16	2026-06-012026-07-012026-08-012026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-012027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,41,81,282,5,133,269,22,154,259,371,258,165,374,373,375,175,37,339,176,285,150,265,288,289,59,337,10,9,363,173,123,174,20,2,88,91,366,33,275,24,321,1,226,161,8,3,11,347,12,261,327,323,223,151,380,194,54,58,63,324,251,28,29,30,35,221,74,139,260,15,322,16,201,25,31,49,381,56,64,44,225,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Comedy,Cooking,Acro Dance,Dance (multi),Ballet,Breakdancing,Contemporary,Hip Hop,Jazz,Lyrical,Modern,Technique,Guitar,Music (multi),Percussion,Piano,Songwriting,Vocal Training / Singing,Musical Theatre,Performing Arts (multi),Set and Costume Design,Theatre Arts,Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Ceramics ,Drawing,Painting,Pottery,Credit Courses,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Empowerment,Leadership Training,Social Justice,Nature/Environment,Bronze Cross,First-aid/lifesaving ,Yoga,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Cricket,Dodgeball,Flag Football,Gaga,Lacrosse,Pickleball,Rugby,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Disc Golf,Football,Hiking,Hockey,Horseback Riding/Equestrian,Martial Arts,Rock Climbing,Sports-Instructional and Training,Track and Field,Ultimate Frisbee,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Diving,Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Waterskiing/Wakeboarding,Whitewater Rafting,Zip Line,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Traditional Bear Creek Outdoor Centre Adventure Camp Jun 27 - Aug 21, 2027 Overnight Renfrew, ON Age 6 to 15 (Coed) RenfrewOntario All the things you love about summer camp! Unplugged fun. Visit website View program	Bear Creek Outdoor Centre	895	6-15	2027-06-012027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,298,41,81,133,5,10,9,88,2,91,366,33,24,8,3,11,347,223,54,63,36,346,28,221,16,322,25,381,56,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Survival skills,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Cooking,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Empowerment,Leadership Training,Nature/Environment,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Gaga,Soccer,Volleyball,Mountain Biking,Extreme Sports (multi),Hiking,Rock Climbing,Canoeing,Water Sports (multi),Fishing,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Traditional (multi activity) ,
Nature Education The Pine Project Outdoor School: Weekly Nature Programs Sep 28, 2026 - Jun 04, 2027 Program Toronto (2) Age 1 to 17 (Coed) TorontoEast-York, West-EndEast-YorkWest-EndOntario Outdoor adventures where kids explore, build skills, and grow confidence in nature through programs year-round. Visit website View program	The Pine Project	745	1-17	2026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-01	,298,6,81,10,5,9,134,33,2,91,24,7,50,153,1,276,28,3,181,programclass,coed,	,Survival skills,Wilderness Skills,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Woodworking,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),Nature/Environment,Zoology,Science (multi),Mindfulness Training,Strength and Conditioning,Hiking,Education (multi),Education,
Nature Education The Pine Project Outdoor School LIT (Leaders in Training) Oct 06, 2026 - May 30, 2027 Program East-York, Toronto Age 4 to 16 (Coed) TorontoEast-YorkEast-YorkOntario Build outdoor skills, confidence, and leadership through hands-on adventures, mentorship, and community. Visit website View program	The Pine Project	1325	4-16	2026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-01	,298,6,81,10,5,9,134,88,2,91,366,33,7,50,153,1,276,28,3,24,181,programclass,coed,	,Survival skills,Wilderness Skills,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Woodworking,CIT/LIT Program,Leadership (multi),Empowerment,Leadership Training,Zoology,Science (multi),Mindfulness Training,Strength and Conditioning,Hiking,Nature/Environment,Education (multi),Education,
Nature Education The Pine Project Teen Wilderness Adventure Oct 16, 2026 - May 09, 2027 Program West-End, Toronto Age 13 to 16 (Coed) TorontoWest-EndWest-EndOntario Four weekends of wilderness adventure, outdoor skill-building, and mentorship that help teens gain confidence and independenc Visit website View program	The Pine Project	1595	13-16	2026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-01	,298,6,81,10,5,9,134,33,2,91,24,7,50,153,1,276,28,3,181,programclass,coed,	,Survival skills,Wilderness Skills,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Woodworking,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),Nature/Environment,Zoology,Science (multi),Mindfulness Training,Strength and Conditioning,Hiking,Education (multi),Education,
Sports Training Adventure Ranch Wellness Snowshoeing with the Star People Dec 09, 2026 - Mar 29, 2027 Day camp Rocky Mountain House, AB Age 12 to 18+ (Coed) Rocky Mountain HouseAlberta Get outside, have fun with the family on a Snowshoe Walk at dusk. Learn about the Star People, Awaken your Five Senses. Visit website View program	Ranch Wellness	75	12-19	2026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-01	,298,6,81,366,2,91,153,1,276,74,3,252,daycamp,familyprogram,coed,	,Survival skills,Wilderness Skills,Empowerment,Leadership (multi),Mindfulness Training,Strength and Conditioning,Sports-Instructional and Training,Adventure (multi),Sports,
Nature Education The Pine Project Weekend Wanderers Oct 03, 2026 - Jun 06, 2027 Program Toronto (2) Age 4 to 13 (Coed) TorontoEast-York, West-EndEast-YorkWest-EndOntario Spend your weekends exploring Toronto parks through play, nature crafts, games, stories, and seasonal adventures. Visit website View program	The Pine Project	540	4-13	2026-10-012026-11-012026-12-012027-01-012027-02-012027-03-012027-04-012027-05-012027-06-01	,298,6,81,10,5,9,134,33,2,91,24,7,50,153,1,276,28,3,181,programclass,coed,	,Survival skills,Wilderness Skills,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Woodworking,Leadership Training,Leadership (multi),Nature/Environment,Zoology,Science (multi),Mindfulness Training,Strength and Conditioning,Hiking,Education (multi),Education,
Adventure The YES (The Youth Excellence Society) Duke of Edinburgh's International Award - Virtual Offering Nov 01, 2025 - Dec 31, 2026 Virtual Online Age 14 to 18 (Coed) Online Our Virtual Award Centre makes it simple for teens to start and succeed in the Duke of Edinburgh’s International Award. Visit website View program	The YES (The Youth Excellence Society)	100	14-18	2025-11-012025-12-012026-01-012026-02-012026-03-012026-04-012026-05-012026-06-012026-07-012026-08-012026-09-012026-10-012026-11-012026-12-01	,170,6,41,81,252,virtualprogram,coed,	,Travel,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Adventure (multi),Adventure,
Traditional Camp Arowhon Summer Camp Half Sessions Jun 01 - Aug 11, 2027 Overnight Algonquin Park, ON Age 7 to 13 (Coed) Algonquin ParkOntario A 2 week long taste of everything camp has to offer. Daily activity selection, overnight canoe trip, and oodles of safe fun! Visit website View program	Camp Arowhon	5200	7-13	2027-06-012027-07-012027-08-01	,48,6,41,81,282,5,133,154,22,259,371,258,165,374,373,372,375,175,37,339,285,150,265,288,289,59,337,10,9,363,173,123,174,24,2,226,1,161,8,3,11,347,12,261,327,323,223,151,380,194,54,58,63,251,28,29,30,35,221,74,139,260,15,322,16,201,25,31,49,381,56,64,225,188,0,overnightcamp,coed,	,Ropes Course,Wilderness Out-tripping,Wilderness Skills,Comedy,Cooking,Ballet,Dance (multi),Breakdancing,Contemporary,Hip Hop,Jazz,Lyrical,Modern,Tap,Technique,Guitar,Music (multi),Percussion,Songwriting,Vocal Training / Singing,Musical Theatre,Performing Arts (multi),Set and Costume Design,Theatre Arts,Storytelling,Arts & Crafts,Visual Arts (multi),Ceramics ,Drawing,Painting,Pottery,Nature/Environment,First-aid/lifesaving ,Yoga,Archery,Baseball/Softball,Ball Sports (multi),Basketball,Cricket,Dodgeball,Flag Football,Gaga,Lacrosse,Pickleball,Rugby,Soccer,Tennis,Volleyball,Football,Hiking,Hockey,Horseback Riding/Equestrian,Martial Arts,Rock Climbing,Sports-Instructional and Training,Track and Field,Ultimate Frisbee,Board Sailing,Water Sports (multi),Canoeing,Diving,Fishing,Kayaking/Sea Kayaking,Sailing/Marine Skills,Stand Up Paddle Boarding,Swimming,Waterskiing/Wakeboarding,Zip Line,Traditional (multi activity) ,

Outdoor education camps will likely include activities like rock climbing, canoeing, rope games and courses and games for groups. It can also imply environmental education and experience with nature. Any summer camp – whether day or overnight - will almost certainly provide a rich focus on outdoor education, although certain summer camps may offer a variety of focuses that delve deeply into spheres of outdoor learning. Some examples of (with links to) types of camps are as follows:

Zoo camps or animal camps offer children firsthand experience with zoo animals, ideal for children curious about pursuing studies in relevant areas or for any child who simply loves animals.
Horse camps permit young men and women to interact closely with horses, learning essentials of horseback riding and even some other equestrian tricks and skills.
Adventure camps entail excursions deep into the woods, often over several nights or even weeks, where older teens gain firsthand experience in survival techniques, extensive hiking and canoeing and likely encounters with wildlife. This is immensely rewarding, intense learning about the real outdoors.
Numerous types of camps spend a lot of time outdoors offering deep training and education in a variety of activities such as golf, soccer, baseball, sailing and many other outdoor activities.

Outdoor learning and education is one of the major benefits of any summer camp, especially overnight camps, but this term can also apply to learning outside the classroom as practiced in some schools. Outdoor education at a March break camp provides an ideal counterpoint to life in school, with structured learning that helps keep young minds limber.

Outdoor education certainly teaches children about issues such as climate change and helps to combat nature deficit disorder. The following presents a list of camps that emphasize outdoor living as part of their activities of curriculum.

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How many Outdoor education are there?
There is 1 program specializing in Wilderness SkillsIn addition, there is 14 program offering wilderness skills as an activity. Use the filters to narrow by age and program type, then click on matched programs to see daily activities, dates, rates and registration information.

What are the fees to attend Outdoor education?
Fees for Outdoor education range from $435 to $435 per program (program types and lengths vary). Use the filters here to narrow programs by age and type.

What age do Outdoor education start at?
There are programs available for children aged 12 through 14.

Where can parents meet with Outdoor education?
Meet with program directors and staff at the Our Kids Camp & Program Expo. The Expo is held annually in February, and is a fun and informative day for parents, kids, and teens. Find event details and free tickets here.

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Top Outdoor education for 2026/2027

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