Eco-Adventure Camp

Eco-Adventure Camp (8 – 13 years)

Eco-Adventure Camp offers educational day programming with unique weekly themes for campers aged 8-13. Campers travel by bus to Elbow Lake each morning and return each afternoon. Several bus pickup locations are available, the main one being at City Park (51 Bagot Street) beside Queen’s Main Campus. Campers will have days full of adventures, activities and games that will teach more about the nature around us!

Campers must be turning or have turned 8 this calendar year.

View our Registration page for pricing and to sign up.

Sessions are $275 excluding session 5 (short week) which is $225.

Dates Theme Description of Week 

Session 1:

July 8-12

Insect Inspectors
  • Study the vital role of insects in ecosystems, from pollination to decomposition.
  • Conduct insect collection and identification activities.

Session 2:

July 12-19

Birds and Beyond
  • Delve into the world of ornithology, studying bird species, migration patterns, and nesting behaviors.
  • Conduct bird watching and identification activities.

Session 3:

July 22-26

Conservation Crusaders
  • Focus on conservation efforts, endangered species, and habitat restoration.
  • Engage in hands-on conservation projects within the camp or at home

Session 4:

July 29- August 2

Wet and Wild Wetlands
  • Explore wetland ecosystems, emphasizing their importance for water filtration and biodiversity.
  • Study aquatic plants and animals found in wetlands.

Session 5:  

August 6-9, short week

Herpetology Haven
  • Identify local reptile and amphibian species and learn about their unique adaptations
  • Explore diverse habitats and the importance of conservation

Session 6:

August 12-16

Mammal Mania
  • Study mammals and their ecological roles in different habitats.
  • Explore tracks, signs, and behaviours of local mammalian wildlife.

Session 7:

August 19-23

Ecosystem Explorers
  • Wrap up the summer with adventure and exploration.
  • Hike, canoe, swim, search, and play your way through the last week of the summer!