We understand that there is a lack of healthy extra-curricular programming available right now for kids in Victoria area communities like Saanich, Oak Bay, Langford, Sooke, View Royal, etc. WEA's outdoor activity program is designed to give kids exercise, expose them to the outdoors and give them much needed time to socialize with their peers for a few hours each week with optional full-day weekend events. Activities may include things like trail running, mountain biking, running games, snowshoeing, geocaching, archery, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, hiking & more! Optional full-day weekend programs are available occasionally.
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| AGES | GROUP SIZE | # OF DAYS | COST |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 - 13 | 6 - 12 youth | 11 | $330 |
| DAY | DATES | TIME | |
| Wed | Apr 31 - June 9, 2021 | 15:45 - 17:45 | |
Call us now at 250-888-1622 and talk to a real person!! or, if you can't talk now, please click on the following button to take you to the contact information survey (takes 1 to 2 minutes to complete) and we will get back to you within 2-5 business days. If you are inquiring about financial assistance, Click here.
In Victoria, we offer outdoor activities that service the entire Capital Regional District. The program is based out of Thetis Lake, meeting at the main beach bathrooms. Some activities may run out of Saanich, Langford, Sooke, View Royal, The highlands, Colwood & Central Saanich. We utilize parks and outdoor spaces such as Mount Doug, Thetis Lake, Gowland Todd, Elk Lake, Sea-to-Sea Regional Park (Mount Quimper), Sooke Potholes and several Langford city parks. Victoria programs are 2 hours long on weekdays with the occasional full-day outdoor activities on weekends, perfect for after school or local Victoria homeschool groups.
Daily weekend programs vary and details will be emailed directly to families participating in the program.
| LOCATION | AM | PM | NOTES |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reynolds Park (Saanich) | 08:00 | 17:35 | Near Quadra/Mackenzie (Prestwood Dr.) in Saanich |
| Hyacinth Park (Saanich) | 08:20 | 17:15 | Marigold Rd @ Interurban. |
| Westshore Parkway (Langford) | 08:35 | 16:55 | Westshore Parkway @ Constellation Avenue in Langford |
| Fred Milne Park (Sooke) | 09:00 | 16:25 | Sooke River Road @ Highway 14 in Sooke |
It is essential that all children have the proper equipment as the program runs REGARDLESS OF THE WEATHER. Exact equipment needed will very depending on the time of year, location, activities, etc. An example packing list can be found by clicking here.
We believe that youth programming should be safe, fun and staffed by the best people in the industry.
"My kids had a great time with Landon and his team. Both learned so much about the world around them and the outdoors. often I hear them quizzing each other on outdoor facts."
-Tanis Nielsen
Each day we will meet on go for a trail run, play forest games and more!
Above all, our one-of-a-kind outdoor after school care program is more fun than you can imagine! Youth get to experience many different types of activities in amazing outdoor environments! Instead of staying inside every day after school, children get to explore and experience unique natural areas featuring lakes, streams, fields, forests, beaches, fire pits, cooking shelters, archery ranges and many other ammenities! Participants learn about nature, camping skills, leadership and more. The best parts - they don’t even realize they are learning and they are staying active!
Modern youth do not get very many opportunities to learn life skills including how to lead others, manage conflict and think for themselves. Western Education Adventure’s after school outdoor program focuses on these skills and other life skills.
The name of the game is to keep children & youth learning, active, occupied, engaged and having fun. Activities vary depending on the weather, group and on the main focus of the program that day. The types of activities we typically run during our weekly activity program includes:
• Leadership • Decision Making • Conflict Management • Group Management • Route Planning • Nature Identification • Nature Appreciation • Navigation • Swimming • Camping Practices • Cooking • Fire building • Knife and Stove Safety
Western Educational Adventures takes safety seriously. Not only do we want our participants to have an exceptional time, but just as importantly, we want them to return home safe and sound. All of Western Educational Adventures staff are certified in high level first aid and have years of experience managing risk in the outdoors. You won’t find a more qualified staff team anywhere else!
With the recent significant reduction of public health restrictions, we are re-evaluating our infectious disease policy. For information on our specific policy at the moment, please contact us.
If you want to sign up, the process is simple. Here’s what you do:
Fill in your email and create a password
Input your information. This is a one time step, your info will be there for the rest of the summer!
Input your child (or children's information), select the program(s) you wish to register for.
**All personal information provided will not be shared with third parties unless it is relevant to the participants well being or quality of experience**
Call us now at 250-888-1622 and talk to a real person!! or, if you can't talk now, please complete the following contact information survey (takes 1 to 2 minutes to complete) and we will get back to you within 2-5 business days. If you are inquiring about financial assistance, Click here.
**All personal information provided will not be shared with third parties unless it is relevant to the participants well being or quality of experience**
Beaver lodge you say????...Where?
Arrow in flight!
Woa.... check it out!!
first the fire, now the good stuff!
The Sooke Hills, they rock!
A little herbevoire at the food station...
Seems a little breezier than it should be....
Good times with a new friend
The animal game...A herd of happy herbavoires!
Just a little view from the top...
Creekside fun, WEA style!
The necessities of team work.....
Me??? I'm not here... really..
Wilderness survival skills....Knot as easy as it looked!
Camp is over.....We aren't tired!
