Outdoor Leaders — Week 2
6-10 July 2026
Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
In-person Program
Outdoor Leaders
Outdoor Leaders combines navigation, shelter building and campfire skills with team challenges that develop confidence, communication and responsible leadership.
Last verified: 8 Oct 2026Reviewed by:SSSean Stevens
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Outdoor Leaders at a glance: cost, dates and eligibility
Current status
Upcoming
Eligibility
Campers ages 10-13
Age range / Year group
Ages 10-13
Location / Region
St. Catharines, Canada
Cost
$450
Duration
1 week
Format
In-person
Meals: Daily hot buffet lunch
Group size: Maximum 20 students
Sessions / cadence: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Staff training: First aid, CPR and AED certified
Medical support: Full-time registered nursing staff
Campus security: 24/7 security
Outdoor Leaders summary
Outdoor Leaders connects practical outdoor skills with leadership. Navigation, shelter building and campfires give campers concrete challenges to tackle together.
Nature hikes and team-building games emphasize communication, decision-making and responsibility. It suits campers who want to learn by doing and enjoy working with others outdoors.
What is Outdoor Leaders?
Outdoor Leaders is a Ridley College summer camp that combines outdoor skills with practical leadership development. Campers learn navigation, shelter building and starting campfires while solving challenges as a team.
Team-building games and nature hikes create opportunities to communicate, make decisions and lead others. The emphasis is on growing confidence and responsibility through shared experiences, with collaboration and respect for the environment woven into the activities.
Why Succeed highlights Outdoor Leaders
Navigation, shelter building and campfires give leadership practice a concrete purpose.
Group challenges connect communication and decision-making with shared responsibilities.
Groups of no more than 20 students support a more personal camp experience.
Trained instructors, nursing staff and campus security offer practical reassurance for families.
Who is Outdoor Leaders for?
Best for
Campers who enjoy nature, practical challenges and working with peers, and want to become more confident taking responsibility.
Not ideal if
Your main goal is classroom-based academic study or individual work rather than outdoor group activities.
Is Outdoor Leaders worth it?
Outdoor Leaders is worth considering when your goal is practical confidence and teamwork. Outdoor tasks give campers a reason to communicate clearly, make decisions and contribute to a group.
Its value depends on whether your child enjoys learning through shared outdoor activities. Treat it as a chance to practice leadership rather than a guarantee of lasting confidence; the most useful gains will be habits your child continues using afterward.
A practical overview of cost, accommodation, meals, dates and provider details to review before deciding.
Cost and what is included
$450; includes Outdoor skills activities and team challenges, Daily hot buffet lunch, Camp Ridley t-shirt, Trained staff and on-campus medical support.
Meals
Daily hot buffet lunch
Supervision or safety information
Camp Ridley has groups of no more than 20 students, trained instructors with first aid, CPR and AED certification, and police record checks. Full-time registered nursing staff and 24/7 campus security are provided.
Provider details
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Dates and logistics
1 week; St. Catharines, Canada.
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Compare with similar programsHow much preparation does Outdoor Leaders need?
Effort level
Active, hands-on group participation.
Best started
Begin practical planning one to two weeks before your booked camp session.
Main challenge
Communicating clearly and sharing responsibility during group tasks.
Typical preparation
Arrange daily drop-off and pick-up, including advance registration for extended care if needed.
Prepare two nut-free snacks and a refillable water bottle for each camp day.
Read the weekly welcome and pack a swimsuit and towel for any designated water day.
Useful if
You want to practice taking initiative with peers.
What do students do on Outdoor Leaders?
Campers practice outdoor skills and tackle shared challenges through nature hikes and team-building games. These activities connect practical problem-solving with communication, responsibility and leading others.
Step-by-step process
- 1
Practice navigation to find your way outdoors.
- 2
Learn shelter-building and campfire skills.
- 3
Work with teammates on outdoor challenges and group tasks.
- 4
Use nature hikes and team games to practice communication and decision-making.
Outdoor Leaders dates and deadlines
Next cycle not announced yet. These dates are from the latest verified cycle and should be used as a reference only.
Reference date
Outdoor Leaders — Week 4
20-24 July 2026
Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
Outdoor Leaders — Week 7
10-14 August 2026
Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
| Milestone | Date | Timezone | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Outdoor Leaders — Week 2 | 6-10 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Outdoor Leaders — Week 4 | 20-24 July 2026 | Local | Reference date | |
Outdoor Leaders — Week 7 | 10-14 August 2026 | Local | Reference date |
Eligibility and requirements
Campers must be ages 10 to 13.
How much does Outdoor Leaders cost?
Camp fee
$450 — Canadian dollars; one five-day session.
Funding or discounts
- Combined extended care: $50 — Optional before and after care for one week; register in advance.
What's included
Outdoor skills activities and team challenges, Daily hot buffet lunch, Camp Ridley t-shirt, Trained staff and on-campus medical support
How to apply to Outdoor Leaders
- 1
Use the official Camp Ridley CampBrain registration portal.
- 2
Choose Outdoor Leaders and the camp session you want to attend.
- 3
Register for extended care in advance if your family needs it.
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What does Outdoor Leaders cover?
The program covers the following focus areas.
Navigation
Practice finding your way through outdoor navigation activities.
Shelters and campfires
Learn shelter-building and campfire skills as part of practical outdoor challenges.
Team leadership
Use group tasks to practice communication, decision-making and leading others.
Environmental responsibility
Develop collaboration and respect for the environment through nature hikes and shared activities.
Curriculum may be adjusted based on participant interests and current developments.
What is a typical day on Outdoor Leaders?
A typical day during the program.
Drop off
Senior campers arrive at B Squad, in front of Lower School.
Camp day
Monday-Friday activities include outdoor skills, group challenges and a daily lunch.
Pick up
Senior campers are collected at B Squad; rainy-day collection moves inside the Fieldhouse.
Who teaches on Outdoor Leaders?
Camp Ridley uses qualified, trained staff, with instructors certified in standard first aid, CPR and AED training who have passed police record checks. Groups contain no more than 20 students, with low camper-to-instructor ratios.
Full-time registered nursing staff are on campus.
Where do students stay on Outdoor Leaders?
Non-residential plan
- Day camp attendance: Daily drop-off and pick-up take place at designated campus locations.
- Dining hall lunch: A daily buffet offers hot meat and vegetarian options, sandwiches, salads and fresh fruit.
- Campus welfare: Full-time nursing staff and 24/7 security support campers on campus.
Campers bring their own nut-free snacks; Kosher meals cannot be accommodated.
What happens after Outdoor Leaders?
After completing this program, participants often pursue:
Build confidence in leading peers through shared outdoor tasks.
Develop practical navigation, shelter-building and campfire skills.
Practice communication and decision-making within a team.
Strengthen responsibility, collaboration and respect for the environment.
Where does Outdoor Leaders take place?
Outdoor Leaders is part of Camp Ridley at Ridley College, 2 Ridley Road, St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada. Senior campers use B Squad in front of Lower School for standard drop-off and pick-up, with rainy-day arrangements inside the Fieldhouse.
Families receive pick-up location maps one week before camp.
Outdoor Leaders FAQs
Campers practice navigation, shelter building and starting campfires. Team challenges, nature hikes and games connect these skills with communication and leadership.
Yes. It is part of Ridley College's senior summer day camps, with daily drop-off and pick-up.
Camp runs Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Standard drop-off is 8:30–9:00 a.m., and pick-up is 3:30–4:00 p.m.
Yes. Campers receive a buffet lunch with hot meat and vegetarian options, a sandwich and salad bar, and fresh fruit.
Ridley accommodates dietary restrictions and food allergies, with staff assisting at lunch. Kosher meals cannot be accommodated because each dining hall has one kitchen.
Campers should bring two nut-free snacks and a refillable water bottle daily. A swimsuit and towel are needed for designated water days.
Before care runs 7:30–8:30 a.m., and after care runs 4:00–5:30 p.m. Combined care costs $50 for one camp week and requires advance registration.
Camp Ridley has groups of no more than 20 students, trained instructors with first aid, CPR and AED certification, and police record checks. Full-time registered nursing staff and 24/7 campus security are provided.
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Sean Stevens
Co-founder, Succeed | Founder, Immerse Education (2012–2026)
Sean works at the intersection of academic enrichment, program quality and university preparation, with expertise in evaluating pre-university experiences for ambitious secondary school students.
Sources & verification
Source types reviewed
- Summer Day Camps Overview | Ridley College
- Apply to Ridley College | Ridley College
- Senior Camps (Ages 10 to 13) | Ridley College
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