Posts tagged ‘Summer Day Camp’

August Summer Program Foley Mountain

FREE MORNING PROGRAMS (10 to 11:30 a.m.) — free with a park day or annual pass. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all morning programs. Meet at the Interpretive Centre unless otherwise specified.

FULL DAY PROGRAMS — The cost for these full care programs is $35 per child and $30 for an additional family member registered in the same session. Programs are for children aged 6 – 12 and run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pre-registration is required. A maximum of 20 children will be accepted to maintain a ratio of one instructor for every 10 children.

Click Here to download August’ Events at the Foley Mountain Conservation Area.

Westport ONThursday August 2, 2012 – FREE MORNING PROGRAM Crafty By Nature: 10–11:30 a.m Don’t miss this unique opportunity to learn first hand techniques for creating art inspired by natural objects.

Tuesday August 7, 2012 – FULL DAY PROGRAM In the Woods: Ever wonder what it takes to survive in the woods? Learn about shelter building, fire building, outdoor cooking and more!

Thursday August 9, 2012 – FREE MORNING PROGRAM Fantastic Forests: 10–11:30 a.m Ever wonder why certain plants and animals call the forest home? Find out what makes a good habitat by exploring the forests of Foley Mountain!

Tuesday August 14, 2012 – FULL DAY PROGRAM Naturally Creative: Get creative as we discover how nature and the outdoors can be a great artistic inspiration.

Thursday August 16, 2012 – FREE MORNING PROGRAM Nature Detectives: 10–11:30 a.m Join us for a morning of sleuthing and master your nature detective skills.

Tuesday August 21, 2012 – FULL DAY PROGRAM Amazing Animals: Join in a series of interactive games and activities to learn how animals have become experts in the fine art of survival.

Thursday August 23, 2012 – FREE MORNING PROGRAM Bugs and Slugs: 10–11:30 a.m Come on out and discover the wonderful work of creepy crawlers, winged wonders, slimy slugs and more!

For more information, contact Foley Mountain at 613-273-3255 or rebecca.whitman@rvca.ca. Visit www.rvca.ca for more information on the Foley Mountain Conservation Area.

Summer Programs Foley Mountain Conservation Area

FREE MORNING PROGRAMS (10 to 11:30 a.m.) — free with a park day or annual pass. Children must be accompanied by an adult for all morning programs. Meet at the Interpretive Centre unless otherwise specified.

FULL DAY PROGRAMS — The cost for these full care programs is $35 per child and $30 for an additional family member registered in the same session. Programs are for children aged 6 – 12 and run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Pre-registration is required. A maximum of 20 children will be accepted to maintain a ratio of one instructor for every 10 children.

Click Here to download July’s Events at the Foley Mountain Conservation Area.

Westport OntarioTuesday July 10, 2012 – FULL DAY PROGRAM Where the Wild Things Are: Discover what wild animals roam the hills, ponds, and meadows of Foley Mountain and what things they need to call a place home.

Thursday July 12, 2012 – FREE MORNING PROGRAM Beaver Pond Bonanza: 10–11:30 a.m It’s a pond party! Explore the beaver pond and meet some interesting invertebrates and other curious critters.
(Meet at Group Camping Area)

Tuesday July, 17, 2012 – FULL DAY PROGRAM Creepy Crawlers: Ever wonder what the difference is between a millipede and a centipede, where salamanders live, or how snakes smell? Get up close and personal with animals that fly, crawl, slither, slime and swim!

Thursday July 19, 2012 – FREE MORNING PROGRAM Orienteering: 10–11:30 a.m Lose yourself in the ways of map and compass! Discover the basics of map and compass work and navigate through our orienteering course.
(Meet at the Group Campground)

NEW! Nature Adventurers Day Camp Ages 6 – 12
Monday July 23 to Friday July 27
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. (Pre-registration required)
Join our outdoor educators for a week full of fun in the forest for children aged 6 – 12!
• Activities include nature-based exploration, games, crafts, and more with qualified and experienced outdoor education staff.
• A maximum of 20 children aged 6 – 12 will be accepted to allow for a staff to camper ratio of 1:10.
• Cost is $175 per child or $150 for an additional family member.

*Too old to be a camper but still think you would like to be involved in camp? If you are interested in becoming a “Leader in Training” or volunteer at one of our programs, contact Rebecca Whitman at 613-273-3255 or rebecca.whitman@rvca.ca.

Tuesday July 31, 2012 – FULL DAY PROGRAM Curious By Nature: Develop your investigative skills as we explore all things natural and ask questions about the ways of the wood.

*August events will be announced soon!

For more information, contact Foley Mountain at 613-273-3255 or rebecca.whitman@rvca.ca. Visit www.rvca.ca for more information on the Foley Mountain Conservation Area.