Rockies Journey for High School Students
Summer 2025 dates TBC
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Based in Kananaskis, this program takes place in the Treaty 7 region of Southern Alberta, the traditional territories of the Îyârhe Nakoda Nations, Niitsitapi Confederacy (Siksika, Kainai, Piikani), the Tsuut’ina and the Métis Nation (Alberta, District 4).
Youth ages 14-18 are invited to join this 6-day Rockies Journey in Kananaskis. The Rockies Journey will provide participants with the opportunity to reconnect with themselves, with nature, and with community through outdoor experiences alongside Indigenous Knowledge Keepers, certified outdoor educators, and wellness experts. Participants will build outdoor leadership skills, learn about conservation in the Rockies, discover tools for personal wellness, and have fun!
Program Overview.
Sample itinerary. Exact activities will vary from year to year.
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Afternoon: Arrival and introductions
Evening: Opening with Indigenous Elders
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Morning: Hike with an Indigenous Knowledge Keeper
Afternoon: Nature-based wellness workshop
Evening: A night of star stories
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Morning: Yoga and nature journalling
Afternoon: Volunteering outside
Evening: Bannock making workshop
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Morning: Workshop on communication and community
Afternoon: Intro to canoeing
Evening: Movie night
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Morning: Conservation and eco-action
Afternoon: Nature-based art
Evening: Music and games
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Morning: Preparing your wellness toolkit
Afternoon: Reflection and closing circle
Program Cost.
2025 Cost TBC
Price includes:
All meals, accommodation, ground transportation
Activities and speakers
Program details.
Program takes place at the Barrier Lake Field Station (owned and operated by the University of Calgary’s Biogeoscience Institute). Accommodation and food are provided. Limited cell service and wifi.
For more information on the station itself, please visit the following websites: