The rare Charitable Research Reserve is proud to host P.D. Day Camp, March Break ECO Camp and Summer ECO Camps for children ages 6-12 and Summer Teens ECO Camp for ages 12-16.

Based out of our environmental education hub, the rare ECO Centre, children explore limestone cliffs, hike the trails of our old growth forest, practice organic/alternative gardening, and take part in a hands-on search for a variety of species during these fun-filled weeks. From pond-dipping for tadpoles to calling for birds, catching different species of butterflies and identifying a variety of snakes, there is no time for boredom.

Our rare ECO Camps provide children the opportunity to develop the knowledge, skills, values, and motivation necessary to become environmentally-responsible citizens – all while having fun. As with our school-based programs, not only do these opportunities build critical thinking and scientific inquiry skills, they help young people form a bond with the natural world, encouraging them to be better custodians of the landscape. Benefits of this program include environmental education, contributions to physical health and well-being, and development of personal and social skills.

Explore rare through the eyes of your child when you enroll them in one of our rare Every Child Outdoors Camps!

Subsidies

At rare, we strive to provide opportunities to get Every Child Outdoors. Subsidies are available for campers from Waterloo Region for whom registration costs (and in some cases travel costs) are a barrier for participation. Contact istafa.sufi@raresites.org to request ECO Camp subsidy assistance or to learn more. Subsidies for Summer ECO Camp 2024 are provided by the The Waterloo Region Record - Lyle S. Hallman Foundation Kids to Camp Fund held at Waterloo Region Community Foundation.