This is a program for families to camp out on the land, and to partake in various activities to deepen their knowledge and connection to the land. We offer a lighthearted and enriching space for our little community to feel healthy, wild and to grow some great wilderness skills and nature awareness.
Camping conditions are rustic! We use composting toilets and we have tarps for shelter in case of rain. We cook over campfires, and haul in jugs of potable water. There is a natural spring for a quick cooldown, as well as a river nearby to swim in (supervision by the parents is obligatory). Food will be stored in your car, in a barrel at camp that we provide, or in a barrel in the spring to keep cool. We also have access to a fridge with limited space that can be used. You’ll do well to bring simple and hearty meals.
Included:
- Water
- Kettles for hot water
- A few camping pots and pans
- Fire wood
- Large tarps and other collective camping gear (saws, rope, etc.)
- At least one Wilderness First Aid certified staff will be available on site at all times.
Not included:
- your food
- your tents
The activity schedule will be shared with closer to the date, but you can expect the following activities being offered:
- Wilderness survival skills related to shelter, fire, water and food
- Various clay projects with natural clay that we will harvest from the land
- Wildlife tracking
- Ecology walks to learn about plants, trees and birds
- Natural craft projects (potentially willow basket weaving, natural dye art ..).
Parents are responsible for their kids at all times. We recommend that you bring your child if they are able to camp comfortably, spend the day being outside and exploring nature. In the past, it has worked that some mature enough youth join an activity group without their parents. Activities will be most relevant for youth aged 5 – 13, however we’ve had younger kids in the past tag along and still get a lot out of the experience.
Price:
$450 (+ tax) per family (1 family = 1 household)
*** When registering through Amilia, please add only one family member. ***
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Schedule & Location(s):
This activity will be held on a friends’ private property in Papineauville, 7 minutes from Montebello, from Thursday July 27th to Sunday July 30th.
On Thursday: Arrive between 9am and noon to set up and eat, and we’ll start with our opening circle at 1:30pm. Choiced based activities will run each day during two blocks of time: 9 – 12 noon, and 2 – 5. There will be some evening programming options as well. Sunday we’ll end at noon, and have time to pack up gradually and leave by 2:30pm.
We will be sending all of this information (and much more!) in our Welcome Document, 1 week before the campout.
Contact us at programmescoyote.office@gmail.com if you have any questions or comments!
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