Youth Programs

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE Red deer

Play, Run & Don't Get Lost!

We are sad to announce that we are pausing orienteering programs (at least 3 weeks) to obey the new Public Health Measures and restrictions in AB.
"Effective at 11:59 pm on May 9, 2021 - Outdoor activities:
All outdoor sports and recreation activities are prohibited, except with members of your household, or your two close contacts if you live alone."
We will be in touch soon regarding the programs’ details. If you are registered in any program, you will receive a detailed email this week. Thank you for your support and patience to get through with these unpredictable times.

FORM:Covid19-Health declaration

Covid Guidelines:
Everyone must fill out the Covid Health Declaration before each session on the day of the activity (See below). The activities are planned with 2 m Physical Distancing rules in place. Maximum group size is 10 with leaders included. The kids will be reminded by the coaches often about distancing rules but if you want to feel more comfortable, we suggest wearing mask before, after or during activities. Hand sanitizers will be provided for the participants.
Please visit our Participants Safety webpage for details on Covid19 and other safety recommendations.

Our programs always follow the current Public Health Measures and guidelines, see the details here.

2021 Spring program Details

What to expect and bring

2 x 4 Weeks : starting on April 27 and May 25, 2021
Tuesdays: 6 -7 pm

Currently offering 3 age groups and two 4 week sessions:
Session one: April 27-May 18 (4 weeks) -SOLD OUT!
Session two: May 25- June 15 (4 weeks)

Level 1 (Age 6-7 years old )
Level 2 (Age 8-9 years old )
Level 3 (Age 10 years old and older)
Session two : experienced (9 years and older returning participants)
Location: Barrett park via Kinex Arena
The program is designed for children ages 6-12 y and the kids will be arranged into groups considering their age, peers and experience
Spring program fee: $40/person
Register for both sessions and receive a $10 discount
We use ZONE4 a secure Canadian registration system
Ask us about the AOA Grant to support underrepresented groups to subsidize registration fees (underrepresented groups include Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, newcomers, low-income households and people with disabilities). info@orienteeringalberta.ca

SOLD OUT !
TRY IT! - For the whole family

April 10, 2021 Barrett Park
May 15, 2021 Barrett Park - Cancelled
Satuday: between 1 - 3 pm
Must register ( Free) in advance

Why should you try it?

Engages the mind & body with emphasis on fun.
Builds competence and confidence to be outside, for life.
Teaches navigation and map reading skills.
Helps to connect with our natural environment.
Provides opportunities for decision making and independence.
Gets everyone moving outside with a big smile.

Thank you for the City of Red Deer Community Recreation Enhancement Grant for the support to make this program possible.

Our goal is to nurture a community based outdoor program in Red Deer where kids can develop competence, confidence and motivation to be active outside for life. We use orienteering as a tool to teach navigation, we play games to have fun and develop basic running skills, agility & endurance. We want to foster a family-oriented outdoor program to engage not only the kids but youth leaders and parents as well. Our program is based on the goals and principles of the of the Canadian Physical Literacy & Long-Term Athlete Development model. Each session includes 3 stations: physical literacy games, agility/endurance skills and navigation stations.