Our Programs
Snowshoe Hares Afterschool (Kindergarten - Grade 7)
A wild after school adventure for children in kindergarten through grade 7. Have fun exploring the forest come rain, shine or snow!
The Snowshoe Hares afterschool program is a place and time where children can experience and connect to the forest through repeated visits to the same locations. This less structured time will be child-led and supported by the instructors. Activities may include exploration, free play, STEAM challenges, tool use, games and crafts.
This program takes place in Lois Creek Trails. We meet at Lindsay Park Elementary School playground and finish at the top of Trail Street trailhead.
Spring 2024: Apr 8 – Jun 17 (subject to sufficient registration)
Mondays 2:45 – 5 pm, $211 per child (9 weeks, no program Apr 22)
Ages 5 – 13
Deer and Fawn Parented Play (0 - 5 years)
Learn and explore in the outdoors together through games, storytelling, and crafts. Activities are inspired by the children’s interests. We meet rain, shine or snow to explore the sights, sounds, smells and textures of the natural world in all seasons.
For children aged 0 – 5 years old and their carers; ideally geared for those comfortable walking in weather appropriate gear (eg. rain boots or snow boots). Younger children are welcome, but please note that many activities may be more difficult for children who aren’t yet walking.
This program takes place in Lois Creek Trails at the far end of Townsite, where Fernie Street meets 8th Ave.
Spring 2024: Apr 12 – Jun 14 (subject to sufficient registration)
Fridays 9:30 am – 12 pm, $122 per family (9 weeks, no program Apr 19)
Ages 0+, Minimum 1 parent/guardian must be present with your dependents. *Please note that some activities may be more difficult for children who aren’t yet walking
Wolf Cubs Unparented Play (3-5 years)
Fun adventures in the forest! Wolf Cubs is an unparented program for children from 3 years (who are walking confidently and potty trained) up to school-age. Explore, play and make friends!
Wolf Cubs is about helping children build confidence and social skills through reassuring routines and child-led activities, exploring, and playing.
We meet rain, shine or snow to explore the sights, sounds, smells and textures of the natural world in all seasons. Activities may include splashing in streams, building, mud play, creative games, free play, stories and crafts. Wolf Cubs also experiment with tool work and beneficial risk-taking.
This program takes place in Lois Creek Trails at the far end of Townsite, where Fernie Street meets 8th Ave.
Spring 2024: Apr 9 – Jun 11 (subject to sufficient registration)
Tuesdays 9:30 am – 12 pm, $230 per child (9 weeks, no program Apr 23)
Ages 3+, unparented
Ravens Full Day (Kindergarten - Grade 7)
As wise, creative birds, ravens travel their own unique paths through life. In this homeschool support group for kindergarten to grade 7, students will soar widely and deepen their horizons exploring and connecting with the forest across the seasons.
Ravens will spend the full day in the forest engaging in exploration, games, group activities and STEAM challenges. Ravens have lots of time for free play, supported by some instructor led activities and reflection time.
2023/2024 programs will take place in Lois Creek Trails, starting and ending at the top of Trail Street trailhead.
Late arrivals are welcome, to accommodate various public school end times. Parents will be responsible for getting your child to the program. Email info@kimberleyoutdoors.ca if you have any questions.
Spring 2024:
Bi-weekly Fridays 1-5pm (subject to sufficient registration)
Apr 5, 19, May 3, 17, 31, Jun 14; $230 per child for all 6 dates
$45 per single day (if you are interested in single days, please email info@kimberleyoutdoors.ca)
Ages 5 – 13
Late arrivals are welcome, to accommodate various public school end times. Parents will be responsible for getting your child to the program. Email info@kimberleyoutdoors.ca if you have any questions.
Have an idea for another program? Let us know by emailing info@kimberleyoutdoors.ca