Spring & Summer Camps
A nature-based camp with a focus on social skill development. Participants are supported in building relationships with peers, effective communication, and self-advocacy - all in a nature-based setting! Try activities like canoeing, hiking, camp craft, and outdoor play.
Applications for Spring Break camp will open on November 14!
FAQs
Who can participate in the program?
The program is for children/youth ages 9 – 14 who identify as having a barrier to success in other nature-based programs. Ferns Spring Break Camp is best suited for participants with low to moderate support needs. Participants with moderate to high support needs will need to attend with a 1:1 support. Please see our Need, Fit, Desire criteria for more information.
*Age is based on the participant’s age at the start of the school year.
Where will the camp take place?
Spring and summer break camps are offered out of our Victoria site located on beautiful Prospect Lake in Rural Saanich, BC.
How do I sign up?
Applications for Ferns Spring Break open on November 14th and will close on December 5th if spaces are filled. Confirmations will be sent out by December 12th. If spaces are still available after the initial application period we will offer a rolling intake.
To apply please complete this form: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=FGPvflooR0-PNdJCw7Nda8AiEQxbcB1Dnu-m5jgmL1ZUNFlPWDQ5NVdTTVgxUllISTcwWUhZNExTVy4u
How much does it cost?
$200 per week
AFU funding is supported through this program