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Outdoor Education

“Outdoor Ed is the reason I graduated high school”

“The best experience of my high school career”

“So much better than being in a classroom, the teachers rock”

Specialist High Skills Major -Environment

Courses

Students in grade 11 and 12 take a 2-period Outdoor Education class where they learn how to survive, navigate, and safely explore in the wilderness. Student also complete a 2-period co-operative education placement. Co-operative education provides students with the opportunity to build leadership skills and confidence by demonstrating their expertise in wilderness survival situations.

 

Trips

Canoe Trip: Experience Algonquin Park by paddling, portaging, and camping for 4 days.

Hiking Trip: Backpack 30-40 km over a period of 3 days through various terrains.

Winter Camping Trip: Work together to survive in the wilderness and thrive in winter.

Solo Trip: Spend 12 hours alone in the wild. The true test of a survivor’s skills.

 

Certifications

Students in the Outdoor Education SHSM have the opportunity to gain practical certifications including:
Global Positioning Systems

Ontario Recreational Canoeing and Kayaking Association (ORCKA)

First Aid​

CPR

WHMIS

Pleasure Craft Operator

Search and Rescue

Animal and Plant Management

What is a Specialist High Skills Major? 

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