Cheakamus Centre
Cheakamus Centre
Cheakamus CentreBasic Details
Outdoor, Environmental, and Indigenous Cultural Education
- Type
- Program
- Cost
- Fee per student
- British Columbia Location
- BC - SD 36 (Surrey), SD 37 (Delta), SD 38 (Richmond), SD 39 (Vancouver), SD 40 (New Westminster), SD 41 (Burnaby), SD 42 (Maple Ridge-Pitt Meadows), SD 43 (Coquitlam), SD 44 (North Vancouver), SD 45 (West Vancouver), SD 46 (Sunshine Coast), SD 47 (qathet), SD 48 (Sea To Sky)
- Age/Grade Level:
- Pre-K, K, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, Teachers, Adults
- Curriculum Connected:
- Yes, contact the organization directly
- Subjects:
- Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, Physical and Health Education
- Topics:
- Water, Waste/Circular economy, Energy, Food, Oceans, Forests, Ecology/Biodiversity, Natural Resources, Indigenous knowledge, Social/environmental justice
Outdoor, Environmental, and Indigenous Cultural Education
Additional Details
- Languages:
- English
- Location:
- Field trip (indoor), Field trip (outdoor)
- Format:
- In-person
- Activity Length:
- Single Day (4+ hours), Multi-Day (4+ hours each)
Full Description
At Cheakamus Centre, learners of all ages connect with nature, community, and Indigenous culture on a 165-hectare ecological reserve. Field School programs feature outdoor studies, recreation, and team building in day or overnight formats, all tied to the BC curriculum. Indigenous Cultural Programs, led by Skwxwú7mesh educators, immerse participants in Coast Salish traditions through hands-on, interactive learning in the longhouse and rainforest, fostering curiosity, understanding, and respect.
Accessibility
- Accommodations for physical disabilities
- Yes: Confirm details with organization directly
- Accommodations for neurodiverse participants
- Yes: Confirm details with organization directly
Full Description
At Cheakamus Centre, learners of all ages connect with nature, community, and Indigenous culture on a 165-hectare ecological reserve. Field School programs feature outdoor studies, recreation, and team building in day or overnight formats, all tied to the BC curriculum. Indigenous Cultural Programs, led by Skwxwú7mesh educators, immerse participants in Coast Salish traditions through hands-on, interactive learning in the longhouse and rainforest, fostering curiosity, understanding, and respect.
More Info & How to Register
Visit cheakamuscentre.ca for program details, availability, and rates. Teachers can submit a booking inquiry online and our staff will assist with customizing schedules and activities.
Last Updated: September 03, 2025