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Tracking and Trailing

Tracking and Trailing

The art of tracking and trailing is a lifelong endeavour that begins with this program. Everywhere animals go, they leave behind subtle signs of their presence. In this dynamic program, students learn the language of animal feet and their unique gait patterns. With...
Traditional Skills

Traditional Skills

Throughout history and around the world, people have skillfully found ways of providing food, warmth, shelter, and community; all without the aid of modern conveniences. From plant identification to fire-making, students learn how various Indigenous cultures survived...
Team Building Challenges

Team Building Challenges

Team building requires strategic thinking, effective communication, and cooperation. In this program, students participate in a series of fun and interactive challenges that encourage them to develop and improve the skills needed to create a powerful team. Students...
Squirrel Thoughts

Squirrel Thoughts

This activity is a nature-themed exercise in memory-building. It provides an opportunity to review what the students learned at the Environment Centre, while also providing a new challenge with which to engage. Begin with some fun squirrel stretches and movements. Review what sorts of food squirrels prefer to eat and discuss how these small creatures ensure that they have food available all winter long.

Nature Sound Map

Nature Sound Map

A great way to get to know your local woodlands is to venture out, find a sit-spot, and listen to your surroundings. Create a Sound Map to help you remember what you heard!

Living Sustainably: The Tragedy of the Commons

Living Sustainably: The Tragedy of the Commons

With its myriad of renewable and environmentally-friendly features, The Camp Kawartha Environment Centre is one of Canada’s most sustainable buildings. From straw bale wall construction to solar panels, the Centre provides an inspiring setting in which to teach...