The Elk River Discovery Camp is an unforgettable day-camp full of thrilling fun and outdoor adventure! Activities include: rafting, swimming, fly-fishing, Ktunaxa cultural learning, environmental stewardship, hiking, outdoor games, and more!
CAMP DETAILS
This is a week-long day-camp where campers explore the magic of the Elk River Watershed. Campers swim in the river, wade in creeks, explore plants and animals, raft rapids, fish, and learn from Ktunaxa knowledge holders. Our camp leaders will make sure that your kids and teens safely explore and learn about nature!
| DATES | AGE RANGE | PRICE |
|---|---|---|
| JULY 8-12 | 7-10 | FULL |
| JULY 15-19 | 7-10 | $420 |
| JULY 22-26 | 7-10 | FULL |
| JULY 29-AUG 2 | 7-10 | $420 |
| *AUGUST 12-16 | 11-14 | $550 |
| *AUGUST 19-23 | 11-14 | $550 |
WHAT TO BRING
Camper must provide their own lunches and snacks (except raft day).
1 life jacket per camper
Water appropriate footwear: sturdy sandals or shoes. No flipflops
Weather appropriate clothing (rain gear if necessary)
WHEN AND WHERE
Drop off and pick up are at the College of the Rockies in Fernie
Drop off: 9:00 AM
Pick up: 4:00 PM
RAFT DAY
Campers will go on a guided raft trip led by Canyon Raft Co.
Ages 7-10 camp: rafting will be Canyon Rafting’s ‘River Mild’ trip (on the upper Elk River, between Sparwood and Fernie)
Ages 11-14 camp: rafting will be Canyon Rafting’s ‘River Wild’ trip (on the lower Elk River) this camp also includes paddle boarding at Surveyor’s Lake.
Canyon Raft provides a lunch for raft day.
MEET THE DIRECTOR
HI, I’M AYLA!
I live with my 2 children in Fernie, BC. I am passionate about conserving and exploring our beautiful mountains, free-flowing rivers and wild spaces. I strive to empower my fellow community members to care for our watersheds. I believe that connection to nature is what will inspire youth to take action and create positive change in our world. I have been working as an environmental educator in the Elk Valley since 2011. I deliver various programs in partnership with non-profit groups including the Elk River Alliance, Wildsight and CBEEN. I hold a BSc of Earth Science from the University of Calgary.
REGISTRATION
ERA MEMBERS
OPENS FEBRUARY 15th
Elk River Alliance members in good standing get early-bird access to the registration package, which means you get to be first in line when official registration opens to the public.
(not available until Feb 15th)
REGULAR
OPENS APRIL 1st
When registration opens, please contact College of the Rockies, Fernie Campus
342 – 3rd Avenue
PO Box 1770, Fernie, BC, V0B 1M0
Phone: 250-423-4691
Toll-free: 1-866-423-4691
Email: fernie@cotr.bc.ca
Not sure if your membership is active? email info@elkriveralliance.ca
QUESTIONS? email camps@elkriveralliance.ca
PARTNERS
