Evening Programs

Evening Programs

Evening programs run from after dinner (6:30 p.m.) until snack time (approximately 8:00 p.m.) They are designed for the whole group to participate in. When smaller groups are desired the group can be split into smaller sub-groups.  If you wish to have a specific night program designed to meet the needs of your students please contact us and we can work together on an innovative solution.  Please scroll down to read our evening options.

Fall (Sept./Oct) = Fall       Winter ( (Nov.-Apr.)= Snow      Spring (Apr.-June) = Spring  


Campfire FallSnowSpring
Capture the Flag FallSpring
First Nations, Metis and Inuit Games FallSnowSpring
Find Frank Snow
Night/Sunset Hike FallWinterSpring
Recreational Games FallWinterSpring

* Activities described in any of these programs may need to be revised depending on a number of factors during your trip, for example: weather, time constraints, or group size.   

Overnight Camping (New for 2024/2025)

A unique experience for students and teachers to spend one of their nights at EOEC sleeping outside in tents. Students will learn how to set up their tents, and work cooperatively with their peers to have an unforgettable experience of sleeping under the stars at EOEC. The campsite used for this program is in close proximity to the EOEC building and indoor washrooms. (available in Spring and early Fall)

Curriculum Connections:

  • Health and Physical Education: Social Emotional Skills; Safety
  • Social Studies: Diversity, Inclusiveness and Canadian Identities 
Camping

Camping 2

Campfire

A fun evening of songs, stories, skits, and the EOEC version of s’mores around a glowing campfire. This fun, and inclusive program allows students to develop their creativity and musical skills. Modifications of this program may occur due to weather.

Curriculum Connections:

  • Health and Physical Education: Active Participation; Safety
  • Music: Creating and Performing
  • Drama: Creating and Performing

campfire outside

 

Capture the Flag

This program is highly active as two teams attempt to find their opponent's flag in a field and forested area of the park and return it to their territory.  Due to the time of dusk, Capture the Flag is only offered from September to mid-October, and from mid-April to June. 

Curriculum Connections:

  • Health and Physical Education: Active Participation; Safety; Movement Skills and Competencies; Movement Strategies

First Nations, Metis and Inuit Games

Students will participate in a variety of traditional Indigenous activities that emphasize the relationship between the people and the land.  This program is delivered by non-Indigenous staff.

Curriculum Connections:

  • Social Studies: Diversity, Inclusiveness, and Canadian Identities; The Perspectives of Diverse Communities; The Development of Communities in Canada
  • Health and Physical Education: Active Participation; Safety


Find Frank

Students search for “Frank” in the darkness of Albion Hills while using the adaptive strategy of camouflage and trying to avoid being captured by their teachers and the EOEC Staff.  This program is offered from mid-October until mid-April. 

Curriculum Connections:

  • Health and Physical Education: Social Emotional Skills; Active Participation; Safety

Night/Sunset Hike

Learners get the opportunity to experience the forest of Albion Hills at night. Students will participate in various activities which may include an introduction to astronomy, animal adaptation to the night environment, and opportunities to step out of their comfort zone.

Curriculum Connections:

  • Health and Physical Education: Social Emotional Skills; Active Participation; Safety
  • Science and Technology: Biodiversity; Earth and Space Systems

night hike

Recreational Games

This program provides a variety of low organizational games and cooperative activities with a focus on character education traits and learning skills.