Learn-to Camp

Rouge National Urban Park

Glen Rouge Campground remains closed until further notice, including through the 2023 camping season, as Parks Canada works with its partners to plan for necessary upgrades. The Mast Trail and Trailhead parking lot remain open to the public.

Never been camping? Not sure how to get started? The Parks Canada Learn-to Camp team is here to help!

Our program prepares you with the knowledge and skills you need to feel confident planning and going on your first camping adventure. We typically offer three ways that you can get your first taste of camping. 

 

Learn-to Camp Pop-Up Booths (Free)

Free drop-in sessions at community locations in the Greater Toronto Area – and find us at various trailheads throughout Rouge National Urban Park!  We can briefly introduce you to Parks Canada and camping in the great outdoors, and provide information on outdoor safety.

 

 

 

Date

Time

Location

June 29

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Mississauga Public Library: Burnhamthorpe

June 29

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Mississauga Public Library: Courtneypark

June 30

1:30 pm - 4:30 pm

Toronto Public Library: Jones

July 5

10:30 am - 2:00 pm

Toronto Public Library: Woodside

July 6

10:00 am - 1:30 pm

Toronto Public Library: Don Mills

July 7

11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Toronto Public Library: Mimico

July 8

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Toronto Public Library: Bridlewood

July 12

11:30 am - 3:00 pm

Toronto Public Library: Jane/Sheppard

July 12

11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Toronto Public Library: Scarborough Civic

July 13

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Mississauga Public Library: Churchill Meadows

July 13

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Mississauga Public Library: Lakeview

July 19

11:00 am - 3:00 pm

Toronto Public Library: Brentwood

July 20

11:30 am - 1:30 pm

Mississauga Public Library: Lornepark

July 20

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Mississauga Public Library: Malton

July 21

10:30 am - 1:00 pm

Toronto Public Library: Goldhawk Par

July 22

10:30 am - 1:30 pm

Toronto Public Library: Mount Dennis

July 27

12:00 pm - 2:00 pm

Mississauga Public Library: Cooksville

July 29

10:30 am - 1:00 pm

Toronto Public Library: Toronto Reference Library

August 3

10:00 am - 2:30 pm

Toronto Public Library: Kennedy/Eglinton

August 5

10:30 am - 12:30 pm

Mountain Equipment Company (MEC) - Downtown Toronto Store

Learn-to Camp Workshops (Free)

Our team delivers workshops to help your audiences on their first frontcountry camping adventure! Topics covered include wildlife awareness, campfire technique, and equipment recommendations.

This year, we have free in-person workshops available to the public. Please contact the Host Organization directly for further details. Some may require registration.         

 

Date

Time

Location

June 29

6:00 pm- 7:30 pm

Mississauga Public Library: Courtneypark

June 30

12:00 pm- 1:30 pm

Toronto Public Library: Jones

July 5

2:00 pm – 3:30 pm

Toronto Public Library: Woodside

July 6

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Toronto Public Library: Don Mills

July 7

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Toronto Public Library: Mimico

July 12

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Toronto Public Library: Scarborough Civic

July 13

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Mississauga Public Library: Churchill Meadows

July 13

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Mississauga Public Library: Lakeview

July 20

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Mississauga Public Library: Lornepark

July 20

6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

Mississauga Public Library: Malton

July 21

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Toronto Public Library: Goldhawk Par

July 22

1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

Toronto Public Library: Mount Dennis

July 27

2:00 pm - 3:30 pm

Mississauga Public Library: Cooksville

July 29

1:00 pm - 2:30 pm

Toronto Public Library: Toronto Reference Library

August 3

2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Toronto Public Library: Kennedy/Eglinton

August 5

12:30 pm - 72:00 pm

Mountain Equipment Company (MEC) - Downtown Toronto Store

 

To book a workshop

Would you like to book a summer Learn-to Camp program for your community organization or group? Are you interested in applying for a summer student role with Learn-to Camp at Rouge National Urban Park? If so, please email rouge@pc.gc.ca.

Ready for your own camping adventure? Before you go, checkout our videos and helpful hints for a memorable camping trip.

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