Learn-to Camp with Parks Canada this summer

This summer, Parks Canada will be hosting events for first-time campers to acquire basic camping skills and learn how to plan and enjoy safe and successful camping trips. Through these events, participants can take part in fun and interactive activities designed to build confidence and inspire a greater connection with nature.

Pop-up activities

A Parks Canada staff member showing a photo of a wolf to a family of four at a pop-up outreach booth.

Join us throughout the summer at pop-up outreach booths around the Vancouver region. We introduce participants to Parks Canada, educate the public on how to camp in the great outdoors, and provide information on wildlife safety.

Workshops

A person setting up a tent with a Learn-to Camp flag in the background.

Free in-person workshops to help participants acquire basic camping skills and learn about outdoor activities. If your organization is interested in our staff delivering a Learn-to Camp workshop next summer, please refer to the ‘Contact us’ section.

Camping 101

Program Description: Discover how easy and enjoyable camping can be! Parks Canada’s Learn-to Camp team will guide you on packing necessities for a front-country camping experience. This family-friendly program will teach you everything you need to pack so you will feel prepared for the trip ahead.

Offered:

Saturday, June 8 from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library
Sunday, June 16 from 2:30 to 3:30 at Richmond Public Library – Brighouse Branch
Saturday, June 29 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at Fort Langley National Historic Site
Sunday, June 30 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. at Fort Langley National Historic Site
Thursday, July 4 from 1 p.m. 2 p.m. at Ladner Pioneer Library
Thursday, July 18 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at Coquitlam Public Library – City Centre Branch

Animal Aware

Program Description: An amazing part of spending time in nature is seeing wildlife in their natural habitat. Parks Canada’s Learn-to Camp team will provide tips on how to safely view animals while keeping a respectful distance.

Offered:

Saturday, June 8 from 2 p.m. to 3 p.m. at West Vancouver Memorial Library
Sunday, June 16 from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. at Richmond Public Library – Brighouse Branch
Saturday, June 29 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Fort Langley National Historic Site
Sunday, June 30 from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Fort Langley National Historic Site
Thursday, July 4 from 2:30 p.m. 3:30 p.m. at Ladner Pioneer Library
Thursday, July 18 from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Coquitlam Public Library – City Centre Branch

Overnight experiences

A family of four playing together in a yellow tent.

Join the Parks Canada Learn-to Camp team for an overnight experience in the Vancouver region! The team will introduce you and your family to topics such as how to prepare for a camping trip, wildlife safety, how to set up a campsite, cooking in the outdoors, and other fun games and activities. Tent, foam sleeping pads and camp stove provided.