Bushcraft Mini Camp

This 2-day “anti-summer camp” experience is designed for kids who prefer a slower pace, working with their hands, and connecting more quietly with the natural world. Instead of high-energy games or packed schedules, we’ll focus on bushcraft and land-based skills like carving walking sticks and simple utensils, creating natural dyes and paints from plants and mushrooms, and making practical items like wild salves and teas.

With a small group and plenty of one-on-one support, participants can take their time, build skills at their own pace, and really settle into the process. This camp is a great fit for youth who enjoy creative, lower-energy activities and want to learn useful, nature-based skills in a calm and supportive environment. Whether they’re new to this kind of work or already curious and experienced, they’ll leave with new knowledge, handmade items, and a deeper confidence in what they can create from the land.

We will meet at Picnic Site 1 which is by the new washrooms.

Additional Information:

Please wear weather appropriate clothing. A good rule is to dress for colder than what the forecast is calling for. This includes sturdy, closed toe footwear and appropriate gear for rain or snow.

Pack along plenty to drink and a couple of snacks.

Youth are welcome to bring a knife if it is FIXED BLADE (non-folding) otherwise all tools and materials are provided. Youth can use cutting tools only after knife safety instruction. 

These classes are drop off or parented. You know your child the best, however if you are dropping off please connect with Rob directly before the class.

Parents and siblings under 6 years old are welcome to hang out and observe. 

Refund & Cancellation Policy

We understand that plans sometimes change, and we do our best to be flexible while also ensuring that classes can run smoothly for everyone involved.

Cancellations
We require at least 48 hours’ notice if you need to cancel your registration. Cancellations made with 48 hours’ notice will be issued as class credit that can be used toward a future program.
If less than 48 hours’ notice is given, the registration fee will be converted to class credit only.
Refunds or credits cannot be provided for individual classes that are missed.

Weather
Programs run in most weather conditions. If a class must be rescheduled due to unsafe weather (such as extreme cold, severe storms, or poor air quality), a make-up date will be offered. 

Instructor Cancellation
In the rare event that a class must be cancelled due to instructor illness or unforeseen circumstances, participants will be offered a make-up date, class credit, or a full refund.

Late Arrivals
Please arrive on time. Classes begin promptly and may move away from the meeting location. If you arrive late, it may not be possible to join the group.

Thank you for your understanding and for helping keep programs running smoothly for everyone. If you have any questions feel free to reach out:

Phone: 587 447 9787 (text is preferred) 

Email: [email protected]