Fireside Adventures is part of Creative Toolbox
Simple: An awesome outdoor adventure experience in Canada!
Fireside Adventures provides recreational multi-day camp programs where children, youth and adults participate in outdoor experiential educational activities, leadership training and guided adventures within Western Canada.
All our programs are mobile and small group focused to maximize each participant's sense of adventure while enjoying a personalized outdoor experience.
We are a mix of a camp, educational program and a guided road trip. Making the "best better" as participants Challenge, Strive and Learn.
Since 2005, we have been making our mark in ESL, international and outdoor leadership development by providing participants carefully crafted and meaningful programming, positive personal experiences and memorable adventures in some of Canada's most stunning locations.
Whether the Fireside is a 14 or 21 day program, each participant is given an opportunity to challenge their perceived limitations, strive for excellence and learn about their individual potential. From the wild waters of the Pacific Coast and to the majestic mountains, Fireside Adventures is your adventure and outdoor educational program..
"A mind that is stretched by a new experience can never go back to its old dimensions" - Oliver Holmes
At Fireside Adventures, we guide Canadian and international youth to challenge, strive and learn through experiential 5 - 21 days outdoor recreational programs throughout British Columbia. Our focus is experiential learning, leadership development and outdoor recreation skills training. We provide opportunities for personal growth, lasting friendships to prosper and most importantly to have a great time during the summer months.
Everyone can have loads fun being in the great outdoors, learn a ton of wilderness skills and have a safe time while exploring, discovering and becoming a balanced leader.
Learning to lead yourself before leading others is the first lesson we teach at Fireside.
What makes Fireside Adventures youth programs special?
bc campsA P.U.R.E Program – All our Fireside programs are purposeful, unique, recreation-based and experiential. We have something for every enrolling youth from leadership training, to outdoor adventuring, to road trips and paddling the famous rivers and lakes
5 Developmental Leadership Assets - We support participants with understanding their internal and external leadership skills/assets that not only shape who they are now but also help give them the tools to build upon their leadership potential.
Locations – British Columbia, Alberta and Ontario have some of Canada’s most amazing scenic destinations, are rich in recreational opportunities, and hold incredible historical significance.
Hands-on Curriculum – We understand parents want experiential and educational programming tied into their son/daughter’s summer experience. We also understand that youth want to engage in programs that are fun, interactive and personal. Our program curriculum is designed for participants to have the combined role of a learner and leader throughout their unique Fireside experience.
Group Immersion – All our programs have strong group immersion components where youth with different ethnic backgrounds, experiences, languages, needs, fears, and strengths are welcomed to enjoy an enriched experience.
Fireside Skill Fundamentals – Participants are taught the Fireside Skill Fundamentals to develop their self-efficacy and leadership competency while reaching set learning outcome targets. The categories are Individual/Community, Wilderness, Leadership and Recreation Fundamentals.
Small Group and Relationship Focus – Our philosophy is that youth learn best with small group experiences, rather than large impersonal youth programs that focus soley on on-site educational camp programs. A small group experience provides a better learning environment through more direct access and one-to-one time with instructors and fellow youth participants. Our instructors stay with the same group for the duration of the program, ensuring consistency and providing an opportunity for youth to develop lasting relationships.
Mobility – Our programs are completely mobile with participants traveling to various locations. This allows our participants to enjoy everything that BC, Alberta and Ontario have to offer, and facilitates a deeper connection with Canadian life.
Innovative Experiential Educational Approach – Fireside Adventures offers completely experiential education and guided adventure-based programs located in outdoor settings, both rural and urban. We intentionally avoid camp duplication and offer a number of program choices that reflect our participants’ level of interest, time frame, budget and learning needs.
Personal Experience – We're a small business trying to make a big impact on outdoor youth programs. We take the time to build relationships with every parent and participant because personal connections are an integral component to our company’s foundation.
Professional Instructors – We hire accredited, qualified, enthusiastic instructors to guide all our programs. Our skilled staff are dedicated to providing an experience that participants will remember for a lifetime. Our staff have wilderness first aid and/or First Responder training, Lifeguard certification and Outdoor Wilderness training. They must have cleared a criminal record check, possess post secondary education and have a valid driver's license.
Parental Access During Program – Our staff carry mobile phones and check in with our head office daily. We encourage our youth to contact their parents once they have adjusted to the program schedule.
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