2018 Registration opens March 16 at 3:00 pm. In the meantime, peruse our offerings from last year . . .
On offer this summer:
K/1, 1/2, 2/3, 4/5, 6/7, 8-10, 4-5 bike camp, 6-10 art camp, 4-6 Aboriginal-themed camp in Salmon Arm, 4-6 Ab camp in Armstrong, 7-12 leadership camp (spring)
Note: Please register your child for the grade they are currently completing.
July 10-13, 2017 THIS CAMP IS NOW FULL
Kindergarten/Grade 1
4-day day camp
Maximum participants: 12
Cost: $235
In this camp we will be doing team-building activities and learning to use all our senses to explore the natural environment. Through daily hikes, games and nature-based activities, we will be exploring four local sites including Coyote Park, Little Mountain, Salmon Arm Nature Bay and Park Hill/Canoe Beach. This camp runs for four days from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm daily, Monday to Thursday.
The lead instructors for this camp include Katie Dawson and Sandra Major
July 4 - 6, 2017
Grade 1/2
3-day day camp
Maximum participants: 15
Cost: $195
This camp is open to new Wild Wonders participants as well as 'graduates' from the K/1 camp from last year. They'll enjoy team-building and leadership activities while learning new ways to connect to nature! They'll visit Park Hill, North Fork Wild and then hike Mt. Baldy on the last day.
The lead instructors for this camp include Emily Styles, Martine Dollack and Sonya Rokosh.
July 10-13, 2017 THIS CAMP IS NOW FULL
Grade 2/3
4-day day camp
Maximum participants: 18
Cost: $235
What kind of places would Big Foot live? We will explore Shuswap Foreshore and Siphon Creek Trail, Adam's River, Larch Hills and Eagle River. Local experts and biologists developed games and activities to identify signs of local wildlife, discover edible plants and First Nations lore. Participants will also get to enjoy a fun afternoon on a climbing wall and jungle swing. 9:00-3:00 each day.
The lead instructors for this camp include Trish Wallensteen, Barb LeBeau and Christy Wright
July 28-30, 2017 THIS CAMP IS NOW FULL
Grade 4/5
3-day camp with 2 overnights
Maximum participants: 18
Cost: $240
Our camp will start off at Frog Falls Rec Site near Three Valley Gap. We will explore the valley bottom and the nearby falls, then edge up into the subalpine at Joss Pass followed by learning some canoe skills on Wap Lake. Throughout the camp we'll be noting flora and fauna, connecting to nature in different ways and reflecting on how our experience in nature changes based on how we travel through it.
The lead instructors for this camp include Jeremy Ayotte, Ceren Caner and Geoff Styles
August 26-28, 2017 THIS CAMP IS NOW FULL
Grade 6-7
3-day camp with 2 overnights
Maximum participants: 12
Cost: $240
This camp is designed to foster connection and respect for nature through play-based
learning, challenge, mindfulness, and exposure to the natural beauty of our local Revelstoke watershed. The hike in is 11.5 km on a moderate rolling alpine trails with 30 lbs backpacks filled with both group and personal gear. This trip involves three days and two nights of hiking, alpine camping and exploration of the Keystone Basin near Revelstoke. The base camp is on a small alpine lake with a low key, rustic cabin.
Participants of the camp will be instructed on basic survival skills: fire starting, flora and fauna identification, shelter building and food hangs. Trail information here
The lead instructors for this camp include Krista Patterson and Laura Kanik
July 22-24, 2017
Grade 8 - 10
3-day camp with 2 overnights
Maximum participants: 10
Cost: $240
On this 3 day adventure on Mt. Begbie in Revelstoke will focuse on backcountry hard skills with navigation through map and compass; health and safety in the backcountry; Leave No Trace backcountry camping; camp set up/ take down; risk management in mountain travel; and leadership soft skills developed through critical thinking of the group (practicing “we” instead of “me”) in backcountry decision making. Responsibilities in the backcountry will be shared with the group, fostering interdependence and leadership.
Day 1 and 3 will primarily be hiking with some lessons in between. The hike is rated as difficult and having ample experience hiking in mountains, as well very good fitness will be very important. The hike is a steady steep 6.04 km to camp with roughly 1344 meter ascent. Keep in mind participants will have 30 to 40 lbs in packs while hiking to camp. Day 2 will focus on the learning experiences of both the hard and soft skills listed. Trail information here.
The lead instructors for this camp include Krista Patterson and Laura Kanik.
August 10- 12, 2017
Grade 4/5
3-day BIKE day camp
Maximum participants: 16
Cost: $195
Shuswap Wild Wonders' first bike camp offer participants a chance to enjoy three beautiful locations while riding their bike! Eagle River Nature Trails, Larch Hills Ski Area and the trail from Balmoral to White Lake will be the backdrop to team-building activities, sensory awareness practice and developing a deep connection with nature. Participants should be able to bike independently and have their own helmet and bike.
The lead instructors for this camp include Sandra Major, Adam Barraball and Ceren Caner
July 31-Aug.3, 2017 THIS CAMP IS NOW FULL
Grade 6 - 10
4-day ART day camp
Maximum participants: 12
Cost: $235
Art Camp is back! We had so much fun exploring and creating last year thanks to the wonderful group of participants and talented instructors. This year we will be discovering new grounds in the Shuswap area including Sunnybrae, Margaret Falls and Switzmalph Cultural Centre at the mouth of the Salmon River. We will be trying out some new techniques in art-making as well.
Some of the mediums we will be exploring are: drawing in nature using watercolour pencils, using natural elements to create sculpture, making a sketch book and creating your own painted basket.
Nanika Albricht will be returning as lead instructor for the camp, and each day we will have a different visiting artist. Our alternating artists and instructors include Tracy Kutchner, Ceren Caner and Diane Jewell, with more to come as schedules align.
Our focus will be on observing and discovery as this is both a part of art making and exploring in nature, we are going to get curious this summer and see what we can find, come join in the fun!
Jul 4-6, 2017 9:00-3:00 THIS CAMP HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL THE FALL
Grade 4-6
3-day ABORIGINAL-FOCUSED day camp
Maximum participants: 12
Open to residents of Sicamous, Salmon Arm and Chase
Cost: $195
This camp will focus on the interconnectedness of flora and fauna, on connecting deeply to the natural space around us and will honour 'leave no trace' hiking values. Participants will be able to create their own story, learn traditional games, hear oral stories and hopefully learn about the canoe-making process! They'll visit Skimikin Lake, North Fork Wild and Quaaout Lodge.
The lead instructors for this camp include Michelle Kuster and Barb LeBeau
July 4-7, 2017 9:00-2:00 THIS CAMP IS NOW FULL
Grade 3-5
4-day ABORIGINAL-FOCUSED day camp
Maximum participants: 10
Open to residents in Enderby, Armstrong, Falkland and Vernon
Cost: $235
This camp will focus on connecting children to nature through traditional Aboriginal teachings with a holistic approach. Students will learn about plant identification and usage, learn how to harvest different plants, make bulrush mats, listen to oral stories, play a variety of traditional games and make medicine pouches! Locations include Centennial Park (and pool), PVSS chip trail, Otter Lake and Mt. Rose/Swanson.
The lead instructors in this camp will include Launa Payne and Laura Dolha
May 23 - June 10, 2017
Grade 7-12
Canoe-based Youth Leadership training program
Maximum participants: 9
Cost: Sponsored program $100
MAY 25, MAY 30, JUNE 1, JUNE 6 4:00-6:00
At Hillcrest Elementary School
Grade 6-9
Youth Leadership training program
This program will be 8 hours of training, spread over four days
Maximum participants: 10
Cost: Sponsored program (free!)
Contact shuswapwildwonders@gmail.com for details