FortWhyte Alive in Winnipeg, Manitoba, is offering new virtual and in-person adventure experiences, including day camps, for the summer [1, 2].

These programs provide families and children with safe, engaging outdoor, and educational opportunities during the warmer months. By blending digital access with physical activities, the centre aims to maintain environmental education accessibility for the local community [2].

The nature park and environmental education centre has developed these offerings as part of a broader effort to engage the public with the natural world [1, 2]. The initiative includes hands-on activities designed to teach children about the local ecosystem while promoting physical activity [1].

Some of these experiences fall under the "Safe At Home" initiative [2]. This framework allows the centre to provide structured learning and exploration for those who may not be able to visit the park daily or who prefer a hybrid approach to nature study [2].

Located in Winnipeg, the facility serves as a hub for environmental stewardship [1, 3]. The current summer schedule focuses on creating a balance between guided in-person exploration and virtual engagement to ensure a wide range of participants can take part in the seasonal programming [1, 2].

“FortWhyte Alive is offering new virtual and in-person adventure experiences.”

The shift toward hybrid programming at FortWhyte Alive reflects a broader trend in environmental education to combine digital outreach with physical land-based learning. By utilizing the 'Safe At Home' model, the centre reduces barriers to entry for families, ensuring that ecological literacy continues regardless of a participant's ability to access the physical site daily.