Ages 9 - 14 / Levels 1, 2

Hunt for adventure in our Wilderness Survival Skills camp where young adventurers will develop knife whittling, fire building and shelter construction skills. Embark on guided hikes, both onsite and offsite on the neighbouring Paskapoo Slopes. By the end of the week, campers will take these newfound skills into either Kananaskis Country or Bow Valley for a day of exploration and real-world application led by the Canadian Park and Wilderness Society. Bus transportation will be provided.

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At A Glance - Summer Camp Times & Dates

Camp Schedule
  • Complimentary before care: 8am - 8:30am
  • Camp check-in: 8:30am - 9am
  • Camp activities: 9am - 4pm
  • Camp check-out: 4pm - 4:30pm
  • Complimentary aftercare: 4:30pm - 5pm
4-day camps
  • First day of camp: Tuesday
  • Available dates: August 4-7
5-day camps
  • First day of camp: Monday
  • Available dates: June 29-July 3 / July 6-10/ July 13-17/ July 20-24 / July 27-31 / August 10-14 / August 17-21

 

Terms of Contract

IMPORTANT – WAIVER REQUIRED

A Release of Liability, Waiver of Claims, Assumption of Risks and Indemnity Agreement ("Waiver") must be completed prior to participation in WinSport’s Programs, Lessons, and Camps. If the applicable Waiver is not completed, participation in the WinSport Program and access to WinSport’s facilities will not be permitted, and a refund will be provided.

The Waiver will be available for completion during the sales process, and a copy is available for preview below.

  • The Waiver will apply to participation in all wilderness and outdoor programs, camps and activities for the period of time set out in the Waiver.
  • A parent/guardian must complete the Waiver for their minor/child participant. 

 

PLEASE READ THE WAIVER CAREFULLY! By signing, you will waive or give up certain legal rights, including the right to sue for negligence, breach of contract, or breach of the Occupiers’ Liability Act or claim compensation following an accident.

VIEW THE WILDERNESS & OUTDOOR PROGRAMS & CAMPS WAIVER

 

 

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ENROLLMENT IS REVOCABLE WITHOUT REFUND IN THE EVENT OF MISCONDUCT. CANCELLATION OF ENROLLMENT AND REFUNDS ARE SUBJECT TO WINSPORT’S REFUND POLICY.

LESSONS, CAMPS AND PROGRAMS REFUND POLICY

 

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Portions of this Program are delivered by a Third Party Service Provider who may require an additional Waiver in relation to their program involvement.  The applicable Third Party Waiver will be provided for review and completion prior to program commencement.  If any required Third Party Waiver is not completed, participation in that Third Party’s portion of the Program will not be permitted, and arrangements will be made for participation in alternate WinSport activities.

Wilderness Survival Skills - Level 1

Become a master builder and construct shelters with both natural and manmade materials. Learn how to start and maintain fires safely and perform basic navigation using a map and compass. Participants will also begin using a portable camping stove and play a host of games in the midst of nature.

Prerequisites

  • No previous experience required.

Level Goals

  • Comprehend the basics of shelter construction.
  • Achieve proficiency in outdoor fire safety.
  • Learn basic navigation skills.
  • Gain knowledge of proper camping stove use.

Mandatory Equipment

Recommended Equipment

  • Supportive hiking boots and a hiking pole.

Inclusions

  • All activity equipment, tools, and safety equipment for outdoor survival skill development.
  • Wood carving and survival skills knives will be provided (personal knives are not permitted).
Age Available Days Dates Price
9-11 Registration coming soon! $312.00 – $390.00
12-14 Registration coming soon! $390.00
Wilderness Survival Skills - Level 2

Develop knife whittling, batoning, and saw skills. Learn advanced shelter building, navigation, and outdoor survival training.

Prerequisites

  • Previous outdoor camp experience required.

Level Goals

  • Advanced skills in knife whittling, batoning, and saw usage.
  • Acquire advanced shelter construction techniques.
  • Refine navigation skills to always know where you are and where you're going.
  • Become confident in safely using backcountry stoves.

Mandatory Equipment

Recommended Equipment

  • Supportive hiking boots and a hiking pole.

Inclusions

  • All activity equipment, tools, and safety equipment for outdoor survival skill development.
  • Wood carving and survival skills knives will be provided (personal knives not permitted).
Age Available Days Dates Price
9-11 Registration coming soon! $312.00 – $390.00
12-14 Registration coming soon! $390.00