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Outdoor Education

"Nature is but a name for an effect, whose cause is God," wrote British poet William Cowper some 200 years ago. Today, our students experience the wonder of God's creation and the beauty of the Alberta landscape in Outdoor Education.

One of our most popular curriculum options for Grades 6 through 12 students, Outdoor Education helps build character through exploration of the outdoors. The interest and skills acquired through Outdoor Education last a lifetime.

In the classroom we learn about “perceived” risk, but there is also a “real” risk in the outdoors. Our Outdoor Education Program seeks to diminish the risk factor by developing skills and knowledge before we head out-of-doors. We choose our activities and locations with care. We consider the age of the students, the size of the class and the skill level of all students in the class. We also avoid areas that have natural hazards.

Before any activity occurs, students receive classroom preparation. Parents are given full details, such as location and the nature of each activity and we welcome parent involvement. We require two qualified adult chaperones on every trip and more adults are recruited as necessary.

Our progressive program means that the physical and mental challenges are greater for older students. Our program includes a variety of activities including biking, hiking, canoeing, backpacking, snowshoeing, winter camping, rock climbing, survival training and more.

Because the program is in high demand, students are encouraged to sign up early.