Enjoy outdoor experiences designed for adults and older adults, including date nights, workshops, outdoor fitness and 55Y+ programs. 

Register for adult outdoor programs

Explore nature through outdoor play, forest exploration, skills-based activities and parented preschool programs.

Register for outdoor child and youth programs

Learn to cross-country ski or build your skills with programs for all ages and abilities, including learn-to-ski lessons, sessional programs, Jackrabbits and more.

Register for cross-country skiing programs

Spend Fall Break exploring at the Strathcona Wilderness Centre where you'll learn outdoor skills, play active games and create a nature masterpiece.

The Wilderness Centre Fabulous Fall Break Camp runs November 9 to 13.

Register for fall break

Enjoy seasonal events, workshops and outdoor experiences designed for families of all ages.

Register for family outdoor programs

Add outdoor learning and nature exploration to your homeschool curriculum.

Register for homeschool outdoor programs

Your program fee includes all equipment and educational materials required for your activity.

Strathcona Wilderness Centre instructors are certified in Wilderness First Aid and carry first aid kits and communication equipment.

Program communication

A few days before your program, a Strathcona Wilderness Centre staff member will contact you by email to confirm program details.

Please let them know if there have been any changes to your program, particularly times or group number changes (for group bookings).

Group supervision

Teacher and group supervisors are responsible for maintaining group discipline and supervision.

Group supervisors are expected to participate in all aspects of the program.

Outdoor programs run in a variety of weather conditions. Dress appropriately and prepare for changing conditions.

Teachers and Group supervisors are responsible for ensuring participants are dressed appropriately and prepared to be outdoors.

Spring, summer and fall

Bring:

• Sunscreen

• Sunglasses

• Hat

• Bug spray

• Rain or wind pants and jacket

• Running shoes or close-toed rubber boots

During programs, participants may be playing in wooded areas. Long sleeves and pants are recommended to help prevent scratches.

Winter

Bring:

• Mitts or gloves

• Neck warmer or ski mask

• Toque

• Snow pants

• Snow jacket

• Thermal or wool socks; plus extra socks for the trip home

• Winter boots with a sturdy sole

Avoid jeans and heavy cotton clothing, as these materials absorb water and become cold when wet.

Programs continue unless temperatures drop below -20˚C, including wind chill.

If your group has a different cancellation policy, please notify us 48 hours in advance.

Washroom facilities and a warm staging area are available throughout programs.