Outdoor Education


Home \| Site Map

Outdoor Education

OCDSB > Programs > Programs for all ages > Outdoor Education

OEC FAST FACTS

News

2012 Wetland Centre Enhancement Project

NEW DELIVERY MODEL AT THE BILL MASON CENTRE:

The Bill Mason Centre programs are now available in September, October, February, May and June only. The Centre will be closed for the remaining months of the year as a result of last spring's OCDSB budget decisions

THE EVERY STUDENT ATTENDS PROGRAM CONTINUES

Once again, all grade 3 and 7 classes in the OCDSB have the opportunity to visit either the Bill Mason Centre or MacSkimming this year for free

New Building at Bill Mason Centre

Tamarack Homes has generously donated their Stittsville Presentation Centre to the Ottawa Carleton District School Board.

GRADE 4 TEACHERS, SIGN UP FOR PROJECT WEBFOOT!

During the fall of 2011 and the spring of 2012, MacSkimming and Bill Mason Centre will be again offering the Ducks Unlimited Project Webfoot program to Grade 4 classes.

Programs

Visitor FAQs

Teacher Resources

Frequently Asked Questions
by students, teachers, and parents.

Select the site which you will be visiting.

Facilities & Rentals

Facilities and Rentals

MacSkimming's facilities are available to rent on weekends and during the summer off-season. The sites are perfect for weekend retreats, summer programming, and camps. Pleases see our new Rental Rates effective September 1, 2009 and Facility Rental and Release Form

IMPORTANT:
All groups renting MacSkimming facilites must present proof of Commercial General Liability coverage in an amount not less than $2,000,000 per occurrence, including endorsements or other coverages appropriate to the activities. Such coverage shall not exclude injury to participants.

The Pioneer Village

MacSkimming's Pioneer Village, nestled in the Centre of MacSkimming's 400 acres, consists of the Village Inn, 6 Rustic sleeping cabins and Galloway House. Buildings were originally built in the 1880's and are of log and mortar construction. Please click here for photos and facility details.

Trail's End

Trail's End site consists of Trail's End Lodge, Osborne House and Tamarack Dorm. It is beautifully situated at the south side of MacSkimming with excellent access to walking trails, and an open field for large-group games. Trail's End is a terrific spot for scout and guide weekend camps.
Click here for additional photos and facility