Campers will have the opportunity to discover the differences that exist in soils in different conditions from wet, moist, and dry. They will be able to determine the soil characteristics through hands-on activities and experiment with them in the classroom. Campers will discover why soil is the backbone of forest ecosystems.
Campers will perform hands-on activities to find insects that are common in our ecosystem, learn their different parts, how they live in their environment and why they are important. Campers will then use microscopes to examine their specimens closer while comparing them with other insects and adding to our collection.
Take advantage of the elevation and clear skies by looking through our new Dobsonian telescope and using our planispheres. View galaxies and stars and find constellations. Visitors of all ages will enjoy this new session.
A modern twist on the basic compass work and orienteering. They will learn the pros and cons of such devices and how to operate them. The third year campers will use their Global Positioning Satellite Units to find their way through the wilderness to their overnight campsite and around camp.
Campers will learn the proper use of a compass and how to read a map. The orienteering game and challenge is a favourite of all participants
Campers will have the opportunity to take explore what’s under the lake surface with our new snorkeling equipment after a full instruction session. If you have your own snorkeling equipment, feel free to bring it along. (Only child-sizes available in snorkeling gear)
Our extensive network of trails allow for challenging hikes which incorporate exercise, spectacular scenery, tree and plant identification with chance wildlife sightings an ever present possibility.
Some of the more popular things to do include swimming, fishing, archery and logger sports. We also have canoes and lessons are provided for those wishing to learn. Children can also challenge the obstacle course set up throughout the camp and play on the aerial zip line.
Campers will be introduced to pond insects in our area. They will be able to catch insects and other creepy crawlers and watch them close up in the aquarium during their week of camp.
Campers learn safe fire-building techniques, camp setup and equipment use, and then enjoy a night sleeping in tents. Camp Councilors/Leaders accompany the campers on all hikes and supervise overnight camp outs. A great introduction to learning how to enjoy the great outdoors.
Campers will have the opportunity to construct masterpieces made from materials provided; these are taken home as a memento of their Silver Lake Summer Camp Experience!
Many displays reflect advances in logging, starting with double bitted axes to crosscut saw displays. Pickeroons to Osborn fire finders and chain saws that require two people to operate. In the outdoor portion of our Museum you will see a steam donkey engine, logging arches and an assortment of other retired machinery that’s considered antique by today’s standards.
Activities are provided giving children a hands-on, outdoor learning experience in forestry, forest products and general forest management as it pertains to the ever-changing timber harvesting regulations and the province's Forest Practices Code.
Silver Lake Forest Education Society
Box 20023, Kelowna, BC - V1Y 9H2
Phone: 250.717.0033 Fax: 250.717.3231
Campers will have the opportunity to discover the differences that exist in soils in different conditions from wet, moist, and dry. They will be able to determine the soil characteristics through hands-on activities and experiment with them in the classroom. Campers will discover why soil is the backbone of forest ecosystems.
Campers will perform hands-on activities to find insects that are common in our ecosystem, learn their different parts, how they live in their environment and why they are important. Campers will then use microscopes to examine their specimens closer while comparing them with other insects and adding to our collection.
Take advantage of the elevation and clear skies by looking through our new Dobsonian telescope and using our planispheres. View galaxies and stars and find constellations. Visitors of all ages will enjoy this new session.
A modern twist on the basic compass work and orienteering. They will learn the pros and cons of such devices and how to operate them. The third year campers will use their Global Positioning Satellite Units to find their way through the wilderness to their overnight campsite and around camp.
Campers will learn the proper use of a compass and how to read a map. The orienteering game and challenge is a favourite of all participants
Campers will have the opportunity to take explore what’s under the lake surface with our new snorkeling equipment after a full instruction session. If you have your own snorkeling equipment, feel free to bring it along. (Only child-sizes available in snorkeling gear)
Our extensive network of trails allow for challenging hikes which incorporate exercise, spectacular scenery, tree and plant identification with chance wildlife sightings an ever present possibility.
Some of the more popular things to do include swimming, fishing, archery and logger sports. We also have canoes and lessons are provided for those wishing to learn. Children can also challenge the obstacle course set up throughout the camp and play on the aerial zip line.
Campers will be introduced to pond insects in our area. They will be able to catch insects and other creepy crawlers and watch them close up in the aquarium during their week of camp.
Campers learn safe fire-building techniques, camp setup and equipment use, and then enjoy a night sleeping in tents. Camp Councilors/Leaders accompany the campers on all hikes and supervise overnight camp outs. A great introduction to learning how to enjoy the great outdoors. 
Campers will have the opportunity to construct masterpieces made from materials provided; these are taken home as a memento of their Silver Lake Summer Camp Experience!
Many displays reflect advances in logging, starting with double bitted axes to crosscut saw displays. Pickeroons to Osborn fire finders and chain saws that require two people to operate. In the outdoor portion of our Museum you will see a steam donkey engine, logging arches and an assortment of other retired machinery that’s considered antique by today’s standards. 
Activities are provided giving children a hands-on, outdoor learning experience in forestry, forest products and general forest management as it pertains to the ever-changing timber harvesting regulations and the province's Forest Practices Code.