Camps & Programs

What was it really like to search for gold? In this fun, hands-on camp, little explorers will discover the excitement of the gold rush as they step into the shoes of a gold miner. Campers will try panning for “gold,” learn about the tools miners used, and find out why so many people traveled great distances in search of treasure. Through crafts, stories, sensory play, and imaginative activities, children will get a glimpse into life during the gold rush while uncovering a little history along the way. It’s a day full of adventure, discovery, and golden memories!

September 4th, 2026 | 10-11am | Ages 3-5 | $5

Gobble, gobble! In this hands-on camp, children will discover why turkeys were an important part of life for families long ago. Through stories, crafts, games, and sensory play, campers will learn about harvest time on the prairie, explore turkey traditions, and imagine life as one of these fascinating birds. It’s a fun way to celebrate fall while discovering a little history along the way.

October 9th, 2026 | 10-11am | Ages 3-5 | $5

What does it mean to serve your country? In this meaningful camp, children will learn about veterans and the important role they have played in keeping our communities and country safe. Through stories, crafts, songs, and hands-on activities, campers will explore the meaning of remembrance, discover how people honor veterans, and learn about the importance of kindness, courage, and helping others.

November 6th, 2026 | 10-11am | Ages 3-5 | $5

December 4th, 2026 | 10-11am | Ages 3-5 | $5

School has changed a lot over the years! In this camp, children will step into the classroom of the past as they explore old-fashioned school supplies, try lessons inspired by one-room schoolhouses, and play games that children enjoyed at recess long ago. It’s a fun way to celebrate the start of a new school year while looking back at how learning has evolved.

September 18th, 2026 | 10am-12pm | Ages 3-5 | $10

Costumes, candy, and a little bit of history make this Halloween camp a real treat! Children will explore how Halloween has changed over time, from old-fashioned traditions to the celebrations we know today. They’ll make festive crafts, play spooky (but not scary!) games, and enjoy plenty of Halloween fun while learning where some of our favourite customs came from.

October 23rd, 2026 | 10am-12pm | Ages 3-5 | $10

Every fairy tale has a story to tell! In this enchanting camp, children will step into the world of princes, princesses, castles, and crowns while discovering what life was really like in medieval times. They’ll design royal treasures, hear timeless tales, and explore the traditions of castles and kingdoms through creative play. It’s a magical mix of imagination and history that will have every little royal living happily ever after.

November 20th, 2026 | 10am-12pm | Ages 3-5 | $10

The holiday workshop is open! In this festive camp, children will step into the role of Santa’s helpers as they explore the traditions of holiday making and giving. They’ll learn how families prepared for Christmas long ago, create special keepsakes, and discover how handmade gifts and decorations brought joy before store-bought treasures were common. 

December 18th, 2026 | 10am-12pm | Ages 3-5 | $10

September 9th, 2026 | Ages 6-10 | 10am-12pm | $10

Ready, set, go — pioneer style! Campers will take on a series of fun challenges inspired by the everyday jobs and skills pioneers needed to get things done. From carrying water and hauling supplies to racing through old-fashioned games and working together as a team, they’ll get a taste of just how much work went into daily life on the prairie. It’s a little history, a little competition, and a whole lot of fun!

September 23rd, 2026 | Ages 6-10 | 10am-12pm | $10

Let’s get weaving! Campers will explore how people throughout history turned simple fibres into everyday items using looms and other weaving tools. They’ll learn about the materials people used, try their own weaving techniques, and create something they can take home. Along the way, they’ll discover just how important weaving was for making clothing, blankets, baskets, and other everyday items. It’s a chance to slow down, get creative, and experience a craft that has been part of everyday life for thousands of years.

October 7th, 2026 | Ages 6-10 | 10am-12pm | $10

Let the light shine through! In this colourful camp, campers will explore the history of stained glass and how people used colourful glass to decorate windows, tell stories, and brighten important spaces. They’ll experiment with colour, shapes, and patterns while creating their own stained-glass-inspired piece. Along the way, they’ll learn a little about how this beautiful art form was made long before modern techniques.

October 21st, 2026 | Ages 6-10 | 10am-12pm | $10

What’s on the pioneer menu? Campers will step into the kitchen of the past and discover what families might have eaten on the prairie. They’ll explore simple ingredients, old-fashioned cooking tools, and the work that went into preparing food without the convenience of a modern kitchen. Of course, there will be some tasting along the way! It’s a delicious way to experience pioneer life, one snack at a time.

November 4th, 2026 | Ages 6-10 | 10am-12pm | $10

Step up to the counter and let’s make a deal! Campers will travel back to the days of trading posts, where people came together to buy, sell, and trade the goods they needed. They’ll explore what you might find in an old trading post, try their hand at bartering, and learn how these busy places helped connect communities. With a little role-play and plenty of trading fun, campers will get a taste of what business was like before modern stores and shopping malls.

November 18th, 2026 | Ages 6-10 | 10am-12pm | $10

Roll up your sleeves, it’s time to get baking! Campers will explore how people baked bread, biscuits, and other treats before modern kitchens and appliances. They’ll work with traditional ingredients, learn about old-fashioned baking tools and techniques, and of course, enjoy some tasting along the way. It’s a delicious look at how baking brought families and communities together and how some favourite recipes have stood the test of time!

December 2nd, 2026 | Ages 6-10 | 10am-12pm | $10

How has Christmas changed over the years? Campers will take a look at holiday traditions from the past and compare them with the way we celebrate today. They’ll explore old-fashioned decorations, games, gifts, and ways families prepared for Christmas, while trying some festive activities of their own. It’s a fun look at what has changed, what has stayed the same, and how families have made Christmas special through the years.

December 16th, 2026 | Ages 6-10 | 10am-12pm | $10