Groups and Education

For more than three decades, the Kortright Centre for Conservation has been providing quality, hands-on environmental education to students outside the classroom. This year, bring your class to the Kortright Centre, where our suite of environmental education programs continues to grow and evolve to include topical, curriculum- linked lessons that feature some of the most innovative technologies in Canada.

Use the Program Search To find a program that’s just right for your group!

• Programs focus on learning through direct observation and participation in outdoor activities that will allow students to discover fascinating facts about the plant and wildlife populations and their interactions within these ecosystems.
• The Kortright Centre also has one of Canada's largest renewable energy demonstrations. This is an ideal setting for teaching students about alternative energy; solar thermal, photovoltaic (solar electric), wind and biomass.
• Each topic emphasizes the individual's role and responsibility in maintaining a healthy environment through sustainable living practices.
• All programs are designed to meet curriculum expectations at the grade levels specified, and are presented by experienced professional instructors.

Booking Information

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  All programs must be booked in advance.
• Programs are 1-1/2 to 2 hours long and may be booked in the morning anytime between 9:30 am and 12 noon, or in the afternoon anytime between 12:30 and 3:00 pm.
• These times may be adjusted slightly to accommodate your traveling arrangements.
• We are pleased to offer 1 complimentary admission to teachers and supervisors for every 10 participating students.
• Please note that most Kortright programs can be adapted for Special Needs groups.
• For more details about programs at Kortright Centre, planning tips, and registration information please visit the TRCA School Programs website or call 416-667-6295, then select 3 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)

Program Pricing

• Regular Price per Student:
  Half- Day Program - $7.50
  Full-Day Program - $14.00
• Special Pricing per Student:
  Team Building and Low Ropes - (half day) - $8.00
  Team Building and Low Ropes - (full day) - $15.00
  Maple Syrup (two hour) - $8.00
  School Spirit Day - $18.00
• Material Fee per Class:
  Habitat Analysis - $10.00
  GPS/Geocaching - $15.00

• Please note that One Teacher or supervisor for every 10 participating students are FREE
• Each additional parent helper is $5.65

Kortright Centre School Elementary Programs

• School Programs: K - 8 Environmental Education Programs
• Curriculum Strands for Science and Technology
• Curriculum Strands for Social Studies, Arts and Mathmatics
  

Kortright Centre Secondary School Programs

• Secondary Level: Environmental Education Programs

Youth and Community Groups

Plan an outdoor adventure as part of your camp, daycare, scout, guide or youth group program. The Kortright Centre offers a selection of nature discovery programs, led by environmental educators who make learning fun.

• Most programs are suitable for children six to 14 years of age.
• For preschool children, Bug Hunt, Exploring Nature, and Tell Me a Story programs are suggested.
• All programs are available each day during July and August and weekends throughout the year.
• Programs are one and a half to two hours in length, except as noted, and may be booked for the morning (10 a.m. to 12 noon) or the afternoon (12:30 to 2:30 p.m.).
• Full-day programs include a half hour lunch break are available.
• Click here for the Youth and Community Groups Nature and Outdoor Adventures brochure

ESL - Junior & Adult

For many years leaders of ESL groups have visited the Kortright Centre to introduce their students to the sights, sounds and vocabulary associated with nature. Our programs provide newcomers with a chance to explore a natural setting just beyond their urban neighbourhoods, or to experience a truly Canadian activity, such as maple syrup making.

• Upon arrival a guide will meet your group in the Visitor's Centre.
• The session will begin with a brief indoor introduction to the topic you have chosen, followed by an enjoyable and educational walk outside, along one of our scenic trails.
• Our guides have led many adult and junior ESL groups and will ensure new terms and phrases are presented in a clear, concise manner.

For more details about programs at Kortright Centre, planning tips, and registration information visit the TRCA School Programs website or call (416) 667-6295, then select 3

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