Outdoor Education

Whether you are a new school or one that has been coming to camp for years, we hope that our commitment to quality outdoor education will exceed your expectations. Our Outdoor Education team is comprised of current post-secondary aged students and recent university or college graduates. Staff members are chosen for their personality, leadership abilities, outdoor skills and a passion for working with youth. All of our staff receive training at the beginning of each season and hold a minimum current Standard First Aid and CPR certification, among other certifications. All staff must present a clear criminal records check prior to the beginning of their contract.

Program Selection

Upon booking your experience you will have the opportunity to select the programming rotations that best suit your group’s goals and a schedule will be created specifically for your visit. For a complete list of our programs and a sample schedule please refer to our teacher packages.

We also enjoy adapting or designing new programs. If you are looking for a faith-based retreat or to meet a specific curriculum goal we are happy to meet with you to further plan your experience. 

Click on each of the programs below to view their description and curriculum links.

As a Catholic camp we have been providing faith-based retreat experiences for school groups for over 20 years.

A retreat is a time to step back from our normal routines and busy schedules to spend some quality time with God and reflect on what is happening in our lives. It is a chance to share, deepen faith and strengthen bonds with God and with each other. Many of our schools attend camp for confirmation retreats or classes attend a retreat looking to develop Christian leadership skills.  If you would like your trip to camp to be tailored as more of a retreat-type experience, we have a variety of activities that can be used or adapted to fit your group.

To find out more about the experience we can offer please look through our retreat package. We also welcome the opportunity to work with you on new programming. 

For more information or if you have questions please contact us at camp. 

outdoor.education@campbrebeuf.ca

If you are interested in coming to C.Y.O. Camp Brébeuf or are already booked, the Teacher Package contains a number of items in detail that will help you understand our program philosophy and the experience our camp offers. 

The Teacher Package contains the following information:

When preparing for your trip to camp please note that some forms in the package are time sensitive. We require these forms back in order to make final preparations for your group. At any time if you have questions please contact us at camp. We are happy to work with you to personalize your camp experience. 

For more information on the Outdoor Education Program, please contact Rob Young, 519-856-4671, outdoor.education@campbrebeuf.ca

Additional Forms

Below are additional forms that are optional for you to use.

Medication Tracking Form can be used to keep a record of any medication that is administered by teachers/chaperones during their trip.

Photo Release Form is to be completed if a student does not have permission to be photographed while at camp. We also check with teachers/chaperones prior to taking any photos or video of students. 

Map of Camp Brébeuf with cabin capacities. If you would like to know the cabins that will be assigned to your group during your stay please contact camp. Additional forms are available if you wish to arrange cabin assignments for your students.

From arrival to departure our staff take care of your experience by facilitating programs, sitting with students during meals, supervision of the cabins at night, and organizing games and evening programming.

Our Outdoor Education team is comprised of current post-secondary aged students and recent university or college graduates. Staff members are chosen for their personality, leadership abilities, outdoor skills and a passion for working with youth. All of our staff receive on-site training at the beginning of each season and hold current First Aid and CPR certification, among other certifications.

C.Y.O. Camp Brébeuf is dedicated to serving well balanced, nutritious meals. We follow Canada’s Food Guide offering whole grain breads, cereal, wraps, pita pockets and pastas. Lean cuts of meat and plenty of fruits and vegetables are a part of our daily menu.

We are experienced in special diets including vegetarian, celiac, diabetic, and lactose intolerant. Please let us know in advance if anyone in your group has these needs so that we can prepare alternatives  ahead of time. If we are well informed, then we will work closely with individuals to provide alternatives where necessary.

Below you can find a sample of our menu that would be served during an Outdoor Education trip or Weekend Retreat.