Our camps are enriched by weekly collaborations with Kanien’kehaka knowledge keepers who we have worked with for many years. This adds a rich dimension to our exploration of the land.

Participants not only learn words from the Kanien’keha language but also gain insights into inspiring cultural practices. These sessions cover age-appropriate topics related to history, current issues, and visions for the future, creating a meaningful and empowering experience. Activities range from storytelling and dancing to playing lacrosse, all contributing to a deeper connection with the land.

Our staff members are not your average summer camp leaders; they are educators with expertise in ecology, camping, mentoring, and non-violent communication. They bring creative leadership to the table. There will always be a staff member present with Wilderness & Remote First Aid training to ensure safety.

Spending the entire day outdoors is a monumental boost for our body’s health and overall well-being. It also fosters personal resilience and teaches us the art of being truly comfortable outdoors. As we delve deeply into understanding the magic of a particular ecosystem, we forge more profound connections with nature, community and self.

A blend of singing, storytelling, and crafts such as weaving and woodcarving creates a dynamic learning environment. Our days are spent engaging in exciting challenges, active games and fun projects, while also carving out moments for silent reflection and nature observation, catering to various learning styles and providing a holistic educational experience.

Parents are invited to join a closing activity with their children on the Friday of camp, 45 minutes before the end of the day. During this time, our staff will share stories and celebrate the qualities we saw emerge in the group, offering parents a glimpse into the experiences and lessons their children have lived. While attendance is not mandatory, this shared experience can be profoundly meaningful for families.

Explore our city’s urban green spaces like never before! Encounter snapping turtles, owls, hawks, foxes, turkeys, and learn about real hazards such as poisonous plants and how to handle them. There is a wealth of natural beauty just outside your door. We’ll develop relationships with individual wild species, making the understanding of wild nature both personal and practical.

Please write to us by email at programmescoyote.office@gmail.com in order to cancel your registration.

• For Weekday Programs:
  • A $50 non-refundable deposit is required upon registration.
  • Refunds will be issued for the days of the program that have not yet occurred following the date of cancellation.

If a participant must withdraw from an entire program for medical reasons a full refund will be issued, upon receipt of medical evidence (such as a note from a health practitioner).

In the event of low registration, last-minute debilitating illness of instructors, or other circumstances out of our control, programs may be cancelled. Participants will receive a full refund for the day(s) missed, or be offered a make-up program date.

All our activities are adapted to be in complete accordance with the By-law concerning parks under the jurisdiction of the city council of the city of Montréal. We invite you to learn the rules specific to the Montreal parks you like to spend time in with your family. Following these by-laws we will all be doing our part to support the ecological health and safety of our precious wild spaces.