Natural Leaders Program
Helping shape the next generation of active outdoor leaders.
Proceeds generated from our film screenings fund outdoor experiences for local youth through our non-profit partner, The YMCA Of Simcoe/Muskoka’s youth leadership program. Our programs expose participants to the positive mental and physical benefits of being active while immersed in the natural world. We believe that these outdoor experiences should be for everyone, which is why we offer them at no cost to participants, removing the financial barriers to participation.
Spring/Summer Sessions
canoeing/kayaking
stand up paddle boarding
rock climbing
mountain biking
Fall/Winter Sessions
nordic skiing
snowshoeing
winter caving
fat biking
All sessions are 3-4 hours in length and include equipment, transportation and instruction by professional local guides. Each session begins with an introduction to the activity, building skills and confidence in an encouraging and controlled setting. Participants will then be able to apply these new skills for the remainder of the session. Participation focuses on encouraging youth to live healthy, active lifestyles through engaging in these activities in their own backyards.
Non-Profit
Partner
Caving & Paddling
On October 20th we took 20 youth from the Collingwood youth leadership program and gave them the opportunity to explore some caves at Metcalfe Rock, and paddle down the Beaver River with out guides Free Spirit Tours.
A big thank you goes out to all of you who have attended our screenings and especially our sponsors.
Orienteering At Highlands Nordic
On April 20th we took 18 youth from the Collingwood and Barrie youth leadership program and gave them the opportunity to get outside and do some orienteering at Highlands Nordic.
A big thank you goes out to all of you who have attended our screenings and especially our sponsors.
2017 Festival Impacts
This is only the beginning, we’re hard at work building additional programming and opportunities.
$9,242
Dollars Raised
117
Outdoor Experiences
Want to a make contribution towards our youth programs? Donations over $25 receive a tax receipt. Donate Here
We couldn’t do this without our sponsors
Thank you to all of you for your support.
