☀️ Summer Program
Summer Wilderness Skills
for Kids in Eastern Ontario
Hey there! I'm Fleck, and I'm stoked you're here. 🔥 Summer is the perfect time to get your kids outside and learning real wilderness skills — the kind that build confidence, resilience, and genuine connection to nature.
Whether you're in Ottawa, Kingston, Cornwall, Pembroke, or anywhere across Eastern Ontario, there's a place for your family here.
Join Outdoor Kids on Skool →What Your Kids Will Learn This Summer
Fire-Building & Safety
Teaching kids to build and manage a safe campfire is a game-changer. It builds confidence, teaches respect for nature, and creates memories that last a lifetime.
Navigation & Compass Skills
Get your kids comfortable reading maps and using a compass. We practice in Larose Forest, Gatineau Park, and the Thousand Islands — real terrain, real learning.
Shelter Construction
From tarps to lean-tos, kids learn to build shelter in different conditions. It's practical, it's fun, and it teaches problem-solving on the fly.
Camping Essentials
Sleeping bag setup, food storage, staying warm, staying dry. We cover all the basics so your first camping trip isn't overwhelming.
Wilderness Survival Mindset
More than skills, we teach kids to think like outdoor explorers. Stay calm, stay curious, stay safe.
Why Summer is the Best Time to Start
Summer gives you flexibility. No school schedules to work around. Warm weather means fewer barriers to getting outside. And families are actively searching for outdoor programs right now. 🎯
If you've been thinking "maybe next year," this is the year. Your kids are ready. You're ready. We're ready.
Where We Explore
Canadian Shield Adventures
The Shield is our backyard. Granite cliffs, pristine lakes, ancient forests. It's where real wilderness learning happens.
Thousand Islands & St. Lawrence River
Kayaking, shoreline exploration, island camping. The river corridor is incredible in summer.
Larose Forest
Our go-to spot for regular meetups. Close to Ottawa, packed with trails, perfect for skill-building.
Gatineau Park
Just across the river. Hiking, fire-building, wildlife spotting. We use it year-round.
The Gear Rental Library 🎁
Launching May 2026 — we're removing the biggest barrier: cost.
Borrow a tent, sleeping bag, backpack, cookware — whatever you need for your first outing. First rental is free for new families.
Pricing: $3–$15 per weekend depending on the item. Designed to be affordable and accessible.
How It Works
Join our free Skool community — that's where we share events, resources, and connect with other families
Check out upcoming summer events — we post meetups, skill-building sessions, and group outings
Grab gear from the library (launching May) — borrow what you need, no stress
Show up and learn — our community is parent-guided and hands-on. No experience needed.
Build skills and confidence — watch your kids light up when they build their first fire or navigate using a compass
What Parents Are Saying
"My kids have more confidence after one outing than they did all year in regular activities."
"Finally, a program that feels like real learning, not just entertainment."
"The community is so welcoming. We've made real friends."
FAQ: Summer Outdoor Programs
Is this really free?
Yes. Joining our Skool community and attending events is completely free. The gear rental library (launching May) has small fees ($3–$15/weekend), but your first rental is free.
What age are the activities for?
We focus on kids ages 6–12, but younger siblings and older teens are welcome. Everything is family-inclusive.
Do my kids need experience?
Nope. Zero experience needed. We teach everything from scratch. Parents guide the learning — it's not instructor-dependent.
What if we live far away (Kingston, Cornwall, Pembroke)?
We cover all of Eastern Ontario. We organize events across the region, and you can also connect with families near you through our community.
What about winter? Do you do activities year-round?
Absolutely. Winter is actually incredible for outdoor learning — animal tracking in snow, fire-building in cold weather, snowshoeing. We have a full winter program too.
How do I get started?
Click the button below to join our free Skool community. Introduce yourself, check out upcoming events, and come to your first meetup. That's it.
Ready to Get Your Kids Outside This Summer?
Your kids deserve to know how to build a fire, read a map, and sleep under the stars. They deserve to feel confident in nature. They deserve to be part of a community of families who get it.
Join Outdoor Kids on Skool →See you out there. 🔥🌲 — Fleck