Learn-to Camp in Ottawa-Gatineau

Thank you for being part of Learn-to Camp!

We sincerely appreciate everyone who joined us this summer and in past years to discover the joys of camping and to explore Canada’s national parks and historic sites. Since 2016, the Ottawa-Gatineau Learn-to Camp team has had the privilege of reaching more than 100,000 people across the National Capital Region. Your enthusiasm and curiosity have been at the heart of the program’s success.

Please note that as of August 2025, the Ottawa-Gatineau Learn-to Camp urban team has permanently closed. We may, however, have limited capacity to offer select camping or outdoor related workshops or presentations for community groups, schools, or organizations. If you’re interested, please reach out to Danielle Hebert (danielle.hebert2@pc.gc.ca) for details.

Photo gallery

Parks Canada lovable mascot Parka standing alongside the Learn-to Camp team.
Parks Canada lovable mascot Parka standing alongside the Learn-to Camp team.
The Learn-to Camp team in action on Parliament Hill.
Eight yellow tents in a field.
Eight yellow tents in a field.
Learn-to Camp overnight event at the Rideau Canal.
Four yellow and blue tents in a field.
Four yellow and blue tents in a field.
Learn-to Camp overnight event at the Rideau Canal.
Dozens of people gathered around a campfire.
Dozens of people gathered around a campfire.
Learn-to Camp participants roasting marshmallows during an overnight event.
Tierney plays the guitar while sitting in the Learn-to Camp van.
Tierney plays the guitar while sitting in the Learn-to Camp van.
Who doesn't love a little guitar music at the campsite?
John, Julianne and Maya present in front of a group of kids.
John, Julianne and Maya present in front of a group of kids.
Learn-to Bird workshop outside the Ottawa Public Library.
McKenna interacting with festval participants.
McKenna interacting with festval participants.
Learn-to Camp booth at the Franco-Ontarien festival.
John, Leah and Maya challenging visitors to the camping themed trivia spin-the-wheel game.
John, Leah and Maya challenging visitors to the camping themed trivia spin-the-wheel game.
Learn-to Camp at the Canada Museum of Science and Technology.
Parka kneels as she gives a high five to kids on Parliament Hill.
Parka kneels as she gives a high five to kids on Parliament Hill.
Parka on Parliament Hill.
A father and son inside a camping tent.
A father and son inside a camping tent.
A father and son enjoy a moment in a camping tent on Parliament Hill.

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