P.A. Day Camp
Turn a P.A. day into a full day of outdoor adventure!
Each day of camp holds new and exciting opportunities for kids to enjoy nature in the heart of Mississauga. Our experienced team of educators plans action-packed days of nature exploration, taking advantage of the best nature has to offer during each season. Kids will play games to connect with each other and the land, explore Riverwood’s trails, and get close to local wildlife. Make your child’s next P.A. day one that’s full of unforgettable experiences in nature!
Dates, times, location, and prices
June 9
9:00 am – 3:30 pm
Dropoff and Pickup at Chappell House – 4300 Riverwood Park Lane
$90 per child for each day of camp
Enrolment for each of our P.A. Day Camps is limited to 16 children
PLEASE NOTE: We will not provide pre- or post-camp care. If parents are late picking up their child(ren), an additional fee of $5 will be charged for every five minutes up to 30 minutes, and $10 for every five minutes after the first 30 minutes.
About the program
Spend the day exploring our creeks, wetlands, and the Credit River. Watch beavers build a dam, then explore pond life from our new observation dock. Build a boat from natural materials, then race them in our creeks. Have a meet-and-greet with our turtles and enjoy a day full of water-focused fun.
What kids can expect
In the event of inclement weather, activities will take place inside Chappell House. The camp’s schedule is adjusted for the needs of the group and weather conditions of the day. Your camper’s day might look like this:
9:00 am | Arrival and Choose Your Own Activity (e.g. maker-space, board games, reading corner)
9:45 am | Campers go over the day’s plan with their counsellors
10:00 am | Campers help collect materials and fuel up for adventure with their snack
10:30 am | Outdoor adventures
12:15 pm | Lunch indoors at Chappell House
12:45 pm | Choose Your Own Activity connected to the morning adventures (e.g. journaling, structure building, microscopy, field guide research)
1:00 pm | Outdoor games (e.g. animal interaction simulations, nature exploration, environment-based skill building)
2:00 pm | Surprise guest of the day, or songs, skits, and games
3:00 pm | Review and reflect on the day’s plan
3:30 pm | Parent pickup
What kids should bring
Please ensure your child(ren) come to each day of camp well-prepared for time spent outdoors. Children should be dressed appropriately for the weather (appropriate shoes, sun protection, etc.), and must bring their own nut-free lunch, snacks, reusable water bottle and a pair of indoor shoes.
PLEASE NOTE: We are unable to administer medication to students other than EpiPens in an emergency situation. If your child is prone to anaphylaxis and may need an EpiPen administered in an emergency, we require that you complete and submit an Anaphylaxis Emergency Plan. Please email the completed form to info@theriverwoodconservancy.org or submit it to the camp director when you drop off your child.
Cancellations and refunds
Refunds may only be processed if a registration is cancelled five or more business days before the camp. Advanced cancellations are subject to an administrative fee of $50 per registration. No refunds will be given for no-shows.