Learn to Camp with Parks Canada at Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site
News release
Take the opportunity to get closer to nature and register today
July 16, 2019 Coteau-du-Lac, Quebec Parks Canada Agency
Parks Canada’s Learn-to Camp program is a chance for first-time campers to acquire basic camping skills and learn how to plan and enjoy safe camping trips.
Offered in partnership with MEC, families can learn practical skills, as well as fun activities, designed to inspire them to connect with nature.
The Coteau-du-Lac National Historic site is hosting an overnight Learn-to-Camp activity that is taking place on July 27–28. Camping gear is provided. All you need to bring is a sleeping bag! You will learn basic camping skills, including how to set up a tent, cook, and safely light a campfire. Take the opportunity to spend the night in a tent under the stars along the St. Lawrence River and connect with nature through activities such as ornithology and camp songs.
The activity costs $88 per tent, tax included. Each tent has a maximum capacity of four people. The activity is free for children aged 5 and under who are accompanied by an adult. To participate, please reserve your spot by calling 1-844-365-2646.
If you have any questions about this activity, contact Coteau-du-Lac National Historic Site’s team at 450-763-5631 or the reservation team at 1-844-365-2646.
Developing new and innovative programs and services, like the Learn-to Camp program, allows more Canadians, including youth and newcomers, to experience the outdoors and learn about our environment and heritage. The Learn-to Camp program encourages Canadians to visit their national parks and historical places and provides them with the information and means to enjoy them.
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“Parks Canada’s Learn-to Camp program is an amazing way for families to connect with the nature we love so much. Through unique programs like these, Canadians have the opportunities to experience the outdoors and create unforgettable memories.”
The Honourable Catherine McKenna,
Minister of Environment and Climate Change and Minister responsible for Parks Canada
“MEC is pleased to work in partnership with Parks Canada to offer Learn-to Camp events so that families can learn the practical skills they need to go on a camping adventure of their own. We look forward to delivering Learn-to Camp events near many urban centres with Parks Canada this summer.”
Sarah Speedie,
Regional Community Investment Specialist for MEC
“Learn-to Camp was an amazing experience for my family. The staff and facilitators were friendly, knowledgeable, skilled, professional and invested in making sure our experience was the best it could possibly be. The location and setting were such that a family like mine could feel comfortable in, but at the same time learn so much from.”
Maira Najam,
Learn-to Camp participant, summer 2018
Quick facts
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In 2017, the Government of Canada enhanced the Learn-to-Camp program to connect more Canadians to nature. The Learn-to-Camp Centres organize activities in Vancouver, Edmonton, Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal and Halifax.
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In 2018, Parks Canada hosted 44 overnight events as well as more than 600 Learn-to Camp outreach events, reaching over 96,000 participants in total.
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For more information on Parks Canada’s Learn-to Camp program, including a calendar of events and how to make reservations, please call 1-844-365-2646, visit www.parkscanada.gc.ca/learntocamp, or download the Parks Canada’s mobile app.
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The latest Parks Canada’s app update makes trip planning for Parks Canada’s locations across the country even easier for first time visitors. Visitors can now find Learn-to Camp content in the app and can obtain information on proper camping equipment, tips, and recipes. Visitors can even plan their entire trip itinerary and create a camping checklist.
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The Government of Canada is pleased to continue to offer free admission to all Parks Canada’s places for youth aged 17 and under. By encouraging young people to visit these national treasures, we will help inspire the next generation of stewards for Canada’s protected places.
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Contacts
Marie-Monique Jean-Baptiste
Public Relations and Communications Officer
Mauricie and Western Quebec Field Unit, Parks Canada
438-777-6118
marie-monique.jean-baptiste@canada.ca
Media Relations
Parks Canada Agency
855-862-1812
pc.medias-media.pc@canada.ca