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SUMMARY:Guardians of the Park Summer Day Camp
DESCRIPTION:Register Your Kids Today!\n\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 set a moth trap!\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 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 June 30th\nJuly 28-31\, 2026 (Ages 10-12) *registration closes July 15th\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
CATEGORIES:Children Activities,Education
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