Earthlore offers rich, authentic wilderness experiences to families,
youth and adults.

Through summer camps, workshops and excursions, we share ancient wilderness skills and a deep knowledge and appreciation of the local wilds. We infuse these experiences with songs and stories, history and a sense of fun.

Our goal is to enrich lives and help nurture lasting and joyful relationships to nature.

Our programs offer activities such as travelling in a real birch bark canoe, primitive fire-making techniques, wild-crafting baskets, bows and arrows, learning animal tracks and birdsongs.

Unlike many outdoor activities that require expensive equipment and gear, we teach people how to recognise and appreciate the resources all around us, whether in an urban backyard, city park or national forest. The teachings in our programs allow individuals to connect with nature in a profound way, enabling them to recognize and appreciate the value of their natural surroundings on a new level.
A pine tree can become a familiar friend; providing shade in spring, teas full of vitamins, lovely basket materials, a watertight container, shelter and emergency food source...

...imagine discovering many more valuable friendships such as this along the trails of the Gatineau Hills, in your own backyard or anywhere your feet take you. We hope you'll join us!

Our Lead Instructors:

Pierre Blin

· 2006 Bachelor of Education
· 2001 Forest Recreation and Ecotourism Management
· 2006 Wilderness First Responder Certification
· 2001 ORCA Tripping 1
· NLS - National Lifeguard Service
· 10 years experience teaching wilderness skills to children and adults
· Birch bark canoe builder - Ojibwe longnose style

 

 

Heather Burrill

· 1997 Bachelor of Education
· 2007 Wilderness First Responder Certification
· 2004-05 Wilderness Skills Camp Director; in charge of staff training,   registration & administration
· 2002-2005 Lead Wilderness Skills Instructor for children 10-18 yrs. Old,   and for the 2 month Instructor Training Program for adults
· 8 years experience as Classroom Teacher
· Artist and Wild-craft Artisan