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SUMMARY:Guardians of the Park Summer Day Camp
DESCRIPTION:Register Your Kids Today!\nRegistration for 7 to 9 year olds is now closed\n  \n\nGuardians of the Park Summer Day Camp invites kids aged 7 to 12 to immerse themselves in the great outdoors\, right outside of Drayton Valley. Over four packed days\, kids will engage in an array of nature-based activities designed to spark their curiosity\, foster teamwork\, and create lasting memories. \nAt Guardians of the Park Summer Camp\, kids don’t just learn about nature—they experience it!\nEvery day is packed with hands-on adventures designed to build confidence\, curiosity\, teamwork\, and a lifelong connection to the outdoors. Here are a few activities they will participate in: \n\nOrienteering Challenges: Find their way around the Pembina Nordic Trails with a compass.\nNature-Based Games: Engage in games and team-building activities inspired by nature.\nNature Crafts: Get creative with hands-on crafting activities using natural materials.\nBuilding Shelters: Learn how to construct shelters using natural materials found in the wilderness.\nExploring Nature Trails: Trek through scenic nature trails while learning about local flora and fauna.\nOutdoor Cooking: We have an outdoor cooking day to cook and sample fun campfire foods!\nOutdoor Science: We’ll hunt for butterflies and learn about native plants and animals!\nGet Active: Team sports\, disc golf and fun team challenge activities in the great outdoors!\nTipi Time: We wind down in the tipi at the end of each day!\n\nAges 10 – 12 Additional Activities \n\nFishing! We hope to offer a half day fishing/gold panning excursion for the older kids!\n\nAdventure Investment\nThe cost of camp is $230 per child \nCamp Dates & Age Groups\n\nJuly 7-10\, 2026 (Ages 7-9) *registration closes July 2/2026\nJuly 28-31\, 2026 (Ages 10-12) *registration closes July 15/2026\n\nDaily Camp Hours\n\nDrop Off: 8:40 am – 9:00 am\nPick Up: 3:00 to 3:15 pm (July 7-10\, ages 7-9)\nPick Up: 4:00 pm – 4:15 pm (July 28-31\, ages 10-12)\n\nLocation\nPembina Nordic Centre\, 7010 Twp 494\, Rocky Rapids\, AB \nMeet the Educators Behind the Adventure\n🌲 Learn from Real Outdoor Experts \nAt Guardians of the Parks\, your child won’t just be supervised—they’ll be mentored by a team of passionate outdoor educators\, naturalists\, and community experts who love helping kids discover the natural world. \nThroughout the week\, campers will learn from people who: \n🦉 Study local wildlife and ecosystems \n🦋 Lead citizen science and nature discovery programs \n🌿 Teach outdoor skills\, conservation\, and environmental stewardship \n🔥 Share practical wilderness and bushcraft skills \n🏕️ Spend their own time exploring\, protecting\, and advocating for Alberta’s parks and wild spaces \nOur team brings years of experience working with children and creating engaging\, hands-on learning experiences that make nature exciting\, accessible\, and memorable. \nKathy\nRita\nCaidyn\n\n \nWhy It Matters\nChildren learn best from people who are genuinely passionate about what they teach. \nWhen a child discovers a butterfly through a naturalist’s eyes\, learns to identify animal tracks from an outdoor educator\, or builds a shelter with someone who spends their weekends exploring the backcountry\, the experience becomes more than just an activity\, it becomes a story they’ll remember for years. \nReview our Rules\, Guidelines\, and Code of Conduct Here\n2026 Code of Conduct\nGet in Touch\nFor inquiries\, please contact Kathy Schwengler at 780-542-1932 or outreach@epbrparkscouncil.org \nWhy Parents Love Guardians of the Park Camp\n✅ Real Outdoor AdventureMost activities take place outdoors in the forests and trails of Eagle Point Parks. \n✅ Hands-On LearningKids build shelters\, use compasses\, investigate insects\, cook outdoors\, and develop practical skills. \n✅ Local Naturalists and Outdoor EducatorsChildren learn from people who spend their time exploring and protecting our local parks. \n✅ Unplug and ReconnectLess screen time. More discovery\, creativity\, movement\, and imagination. \n✅ Unique Every DayNo two camp days are the same. Every day introduces new challenges\, activities\, and adventures. \n\nFAQ Section\nFrequently Asked Questions\nWhat makes this camp different from other summer camps? \nMany camps offer crafts and outdoor activities but at Guardians of the Park Camp\, nature is our classroom. Campers spend most of their day outdoors exploring trails\, learning wilderness skills\, discovering wildlife\, and participating in hands-on activities that encourage curiosity and confidence. \nWill my child be outside all day? \nYes! We believe the best way to connect with nature is to experience it directly. Activities are designed to keep kids active\, engaged\, and exploring throughout the day while ensuring regular breaks\, hydration\, and supervision. \nDoes my child need outdoor experience? \nNot at all. Whether your child is already an outdoor enthusiast or has never held a compass before\, our camp is designed to be welcoming and fun for all experience levels. \nWhat skills will my child learn? \nCampers will develop navigation skills\, teamwork\, problem-solving\, outdoor safety awareness\, wildlife observation skills\, confidence\, and independence—all while having fun. \nWhat should my child expect to come home talking about? \nBuilding a shelter in the woods. Catching butterflies. Seeing wildlife. Cooking over a campfire. Learning to use a compass. Exploring trails. Sitting in a tipi. Getting dirty. Having adventures.
URL:https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/event/guardians-2026/
LOCATION:Pembina Nordic Trails & Chalet\, 7010 Township Rd 494\, Rocky Rapids\, Alberta\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Forest Story Maker Experience: Nature & Creative Writing Workshop in Drayton Valley
DESCRIPTION:One Day Fun Day: Forest Story Maker Experience\nJoin us for a magical day in the forest where Nature becomes your inspiration and imagination comes to life in your own handmade storybook! \nDate: August 5\, 2026Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PMAges: 9–16Cost: $75Location: 7010 Twp Rd 494\,  Pembina Nordic Centre\, near Drayton Valley \nCreate a Story Only You Can Tell\n \nEvery great story begins with inspiration. \nOn this unique One Day Fun Day\, storytellers will head into the forest on the Pembina Nordic trails\, where nature becomes the setting\, the characters\, and the spark for their imagination. \nThroughout the day\, you won’t just write a story\, you’ll build one from the ground up. \nEach participant will choose a miniature figure before crafting it a unique home using driftwood\, bark\, moss\, stones\, and other natural materials. Once their tiny world is complete\, we’ll hike together to find the perfect place in the forest to bring it to life. \nSurrounded by towering trees and inspired by the sights and sounds of nature\, campers will imagine adventures for their woodland character before creating their own handcrafted storybook to tell the tale. \nBy the end of the day\, everyone will head home with a one-of-a-kind keepsake featuring their handmade forest home\, original illustrations\, and a story that’s entirely their own. \n\n\n  \nWhat’s Included\nThroughout the day\, participants will: \n🌲 Choose their own character \n🏡 Build a miniature woodland home using driftwood and natural materials \n🥾 Hike into the forest to find the perfect storytelling setting \n📖 Create and bind their own handmade storybook \n🎨 Illustrate their story using watercolours \n✍️ Write an original adventure inspired by nature \n🍃 Explore\, create\, imagine\, and connect with the outdoors \nWhy Parents Love It\nForest Story Maker encourages: \n\nCreativity and imagination\nStorytelling and communication\nNature connection\nArtistic expression\nConfidence through creating something completely original\n\nEveryone leaves with a handcrafted project they’ll be proud to share with family and friends. \nWhat to Bring\n\nPacked lunch\nWater bottle\nClothes for the weather\nClosed-toe shoes or hiking shoes\nHat and sunscreen\n\n\nFrequently Asked Questions\n  \nWhat age is this program designed for?\nForest Story Maker is designed for youth ages 9–16. \nDoes my child need to enjoy writing?\nNot at all! \nThis experience is designed for creative kids of all kinds. Some love writing\, while others are inspired by building\, drawing\, or exploring. The story grows naturally from the miniature world they create. \nWill my child build something to take home?\nYes! \nEvery participant will take home: \n\nTheir handmade storybook\nTheir miniature woodland figure\nThe fairy or woodland home they build\nWatercolour artwork created throughout the day\n\nIs this an outdoor program?\nYes! Most of the day is spent outdoors exploring and creating. \nWhat if it rains?\nThe program runs rain or shine. \nWe’ll adjust activities as needed and make use of indoor spaces when necessary. \nAre all supplies included?\nYes! We’ll provide all craft materials\, art supplies\, natural building materials\, miniature figures\, and bookmaking supplies. \nDoes my child need hiking experience?\nNo! The walk is short and easy. We move at a relaxed pace with plenty of time to explore. \nWhat should my child wear?\nComfortable clothing suitable for spending the day outdoors\, along with sturdy closed-toe shoes.
URL:https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/event/forest-story-makers-2026/
LOCATION:Pembina Nordic Trails & Chalet\, 7010 Township Rd 494\, Rocky Rapids\, Alberta\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Wilderness Knife Skills & Safety Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Registration Opening Soon!\nWhether you’re heading into the backcountry\, setting up camp\, or preparing for hunting season\, knife skills are among the most useful outdoor abilities you can develop. Join us on September 26 for an informative day of outdoor learning focused on building confidence and competence with one of the most important tools you’ll carry \nLed by Bushcraft and Wilderness Survival Instructor\, Russ Meades\, participants will explore the fundamentals of knife safety\, selection\, handling\, and practical outdoor applications through demonstrations and guided instruction. \nWhat You’ll Learn\nSafety\, Carriage & Handling \n\nSafe knife handling practices\nCarrying and transporting knives responsibly\nReducing the risk of injury in the field and at camp\n\nKnife Selection & Types \n\nUnderstanding different blade styles and designs\nChoosing the right knife for different outdoor tasks\nFixed blade vs. folding knives and their uses\n\nPractical Knife Skills \n\nProper grips and cutting techniques\nCommon cuts and notches used outdoors\nPower cuts and controlled cutting methods\nTechniques for processing wood\nUsing a knife for fire preparation\nLimbing and debarking applications\nSkinning considerations and blade control\nAlternate uses and field-expedient applications\n\nKnife Care & Maintenance \n\nBasic maintenance and care\nKeeping your edge sharp and reliable\n\nWho Should Attend?\nThis workshop is ideal for: \n\nHunters preparing for the season\nCampers and outdoor recreationists\nAnglers and backcountry users\nAnyone interested in developing practical outdoor skills\n\nNo previous experience is required. \n  \n \nWorkshop Details\nDate: Saturday\, September 26\, 2026\nTime: TBD\nPrice: TBD\nLocation: Pembina Nordic Centre\, 7010 Twp Rd 494\, Rocky Rapids\, Alberta\nAges: 18+ \nIMPORTANT\nThis workshop involves physical activities such as trail walking on uneven trails\, and being bent over for extended periods of time. Participants must be physically fit and capable of moving freely in an outdoor environment to participate in this workshop. If you have mobility restrictions\, please reach out to info@epbrcouncil.org to determine if this workshop is a good fit for you. \nThis workshop will run rain or shine\, so please dress for the weather. \nStay tuned for registration details and get ready for a day of practical outdoor learning.
URL:https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/event/knife-skills-and-safety-workshop-2026/
LOCATION:Pembina Nordic Trails & Chalet\, 7010 Township Rd 494\, Rocky Rapids\, Alberta\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Adult Learning,Adult Recreation,Education
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