Wild Kidz

Play and Learn in Outdoor Wild Spaces

Learn how to make a shelter, build a fire and navigate through the wilderness! Wild Kidz is designed for children and youth ages 8 to 12 to learn outdoor skills, wilderness safety and about their community’s wild spaces in a fun, safe environment.

2026 Camp Registration

2026 Camp locations will be announced shortly!

There are a range of activities provided, from visiting local ecological attractions – like provincial or national parks – to BCWF members providing programs or demonstrations of their outdoor-related talents. Each camp is programmed around the host community’s attractions and resources, making every camp a unique experience.

33
camps since 2009
822
youth participants
14
communities reached

COST

Please note: if the registration fee for camp is a barrier for your family, please send us an email at youth@bcwf.bc.ca. We do our best to connect youth with the inability to pay with sponsors and donors who can subsidize their costs.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

  • Hands-on conservation experience
  • Diverse outdoor activities such as shelter-building, fire-kindling, and orienteering
  • Outdoor safety skills
  • Activities enriched with science curriculum
  • Immersive and place-based outdoor education

2026 Wild Kidz Refund Policy

Cancellation Date/Refund Rate 

Check back in March for our updated cancellation dates and refund rates.

If you have any questions, please contact us at youth@bcwf.bc.ca or 604-882-9988 ext. 303

Thank You to Our Funders