Outdoor Education for Kids

"Many city children are nature deprived and have never met animals. They have no idea of the richness of our area and how to enjoy themselves outside not plugged into a screen. Exposing children to nature is an absolute must!"

– Teacher following a nature centre visit

“Simply put, this experience has changed my life…..you have helped me change my attitude towards work, towards nature and, more importantly, towards myself.”

– Student after a co-op placement at Laurel Creek Nature Centre

GRCA's Nature Centre Program

When kids put down their screens and get outside, they learn about more than just nature. Climbing a tree makes a kid feel strong and self-reliant; sitting by a creek offers a peaceful and calming setting; turning over a rock reveals a whole other world of creatures beneath.

Many kids no longer make connections like this. That's where the GRCA's nature centre programs make a real difference. Offered at five nature centres, programs from kindergarten to high school offer kids a hands-on chance to become tomorrow's ambassadors for our environment. Find a Centre near you.

Help us Make Connections

By making a donation, you are supporting the development of our next generation of environmental ambassadors. With climate change concerns increasing, there has never been a more important time to foster these connections.

Make it Monthly

Monthly donations make a real difference. $10 helps support ten students each month learn about our environment - and themselves - at a GRCA nature centre. This is a great investment in our planet's future!

Visit our canadahelps webpage, click on "Donate Monthly" and select Outdoor Education - Natural Ambassadors.