Camp Tamarack Jr. Scientists Day Camps
Age: 6-12 | Grade 1-6 |Dates: Multiple Dates Rate: $55/day | Spring Break $250
Through experiments, outdoor adventures, creativity, and group sharing, campers build confidence and a deeper understanding of the natural world. Days are packed with science discovery, camp traditions, and activity choices like climbing tower, archery, giant swing, art in nature, and wilderness skills, snowshoeing, fort building…(choices are weather dependent)
Camp Tamarack is an outdoor-first program—we head outside rain, snow or shine, utilizing our indoor spaces as needed during extreme weather.
Dates follow the Grande Prairie Public School Calendar
- Aug 31 – Sept 2 – Back to School
- September 18th
- September 30th
- October 23rd
- November 20th
- December 11th
- January 29th
- No program Feb 26th
- March 4 and 5th – Teachers Convention
- March 19th
- March 29th – April 2 – Spring Break
- April 16th
- April 30th
- May 21st
Life is better at camp… especially when you’re at Camp Tamarack
Registration for Fall 2026 programs opening date TBD
Winter programs
Please have your child arrive in winter boots, winter jacket, toque, snow pants, gloves with an extra pair or 2 in their bag.
an extra pair of clothes and socks (2 pairs)
Note: Synthetic materials will keep them warmer then cotton.
Daily Schedule
7:15–8:00 am Early drop-off activities $5/day
8:00–8:30 am Regular drop-off
8:30–9:00 am Community-building games
9:00–9:30 am Outdoor emotional release activity
9:30–9:45 am BYO Snack
9:45–11:30 am Morning Lesson (curriculum focus)
11:30–12:00 pm Lunch
12:00–12:30 pm Story/quiet activity bins
12:30–1:00 pm Afternoon movement
1:00–2:45 pm Choice Activities or ACE (All Camp Experience)
2:45–3:00 pm Closing circle
3:00–4:00 pm Regular pick-up & free play
4:00–5:00 pm Late pick-up & free play $5/day
Some of our choice activities include: Art in Nature, Climbing Tower, Giant Swing, Archery, and Wilderness Skills.
FAQs
Do we need to pack a lunch and snacks: yes, please keep in mind we are a nut aware site. please avoid sending anything with nuts as the main ingredient
What are the Hours?
8-4 pm
Early drop off is 7:15-8 am
Regular drop off: 8-8:30
Regular pick up: 3 – 4pm
Late pick 4-5 pm
PD Day Camps, Spring Break Camps & Teachers’ Convention Camps Cancellation Policy
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We understand that plans can change and aim to offer flexibility whenever possible while ensuring our programs are safely and appropriately staffed. Cancellations made 7 or more days prior to the scheduled camp date are eligible for:
Cancellations made within 6 days of the scheduled camp date are considered final and are not eligible for refund or credit. |