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The Albion Hills Field Centre is located in the Albion Hills Conservation Area , eight kilometers north of Bolton in the region of Peel. Intersecting on this 446-hectare property are the Humber River and Centreville Creek, at one point dammed to form a natural swimming area "Lake Albion".
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The Albion Hills Field Centre is a spacious cedar and granite chalet-style building that provides accommodation for up to 44 people. The building has a comfortable lounge with a beautiful stone fireplace, a dining room overlooking Centreville Creek and a lab/classroom, all of which are air-conditioned for summer comfort. Just outside the doors of the facility, visitors will find a variety of recreational opportunities such as volleyball. A campfire circle with bleachers completes the immediate surroundings.
Albion Hills also has an authentic 1840s log home, 28 kilometers of groomed cross country ski trails, a maple sugar shack and the potential to participate in swimming and/or canoeing in Lake Albion during the summer months.
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We offer a wide range of programs designed to provide participants with hands-on experiences in a safe and supportive outdoor setting. Many of our programs, in subject areas such as science, history, geography, art and physical education, meet Ontario curriculum expectations and provide real-life applications of what is being learned in the classroom.
We take care of everything, including all the teaching, both during the day and in the evenings too! We also provide resources, such as art supplies and sports equipment, to keep your group busy during recreational time.
Perhaps you're just looking to have some fun while your group gets to know one another - we can help! We offer programs that aid in team-building, as well as a Low Ropes Challenge Course which helps to develop cooperation, trust, leadership and communication skills. Our instructors use effective teaching strategies and are able to tailor programs to meet the needs of visitors with different learning styles and expectations.
School programs are designed to meet elementary and secondary level Ontario curriculum expectations and provide your students with engaging, hands-on learning opportunities that cannot be duplicated in the classroom. But it's about more than that! The community living experience helps students to develop responsibility while gaining invaluable group skills that are easily transferred back to school and everyday life.
Our Guide and Scout programs are delivered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic and approachable teaching staff who serve as role models in environmental conservation. Programs are designed to meet badge requirements.
We also have facilitated programs to serve a wide range of youth and adult groups. Whether you are a sports association, music or recreation camp, club, faith-based group, or just looking for a retreat, we can meet your needs.
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Here is an example of a typical daily schedule:
Rise and Shine 7:45 a.m.
Breakfast 8:30 a.m.
Building Clean-up Routines 9:15 a.m.
Morning Program 10:00 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
Lunch 12:30 p.m.
Afternoon Program 2:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Free Time 4:30 - 5:50 p.m.
Supper 6:00 p.m.
Evening Program 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Group's Own Time 9:00 p.m.
Students are outside in all weather and should dress in layers to be warm and dry. Clothing must be practical, comfortable and in sufficient quantity. Bring old clothes which can get dirty - fashion is not important. Think about the season and the local weather forecasted for your trip. Here are a few essentials:
Winter - warm coat, snow pants, boots, hat, mittens or gloves, scarf, warm socks
Summer - hat, sunscreen, sunglasses, water bottle, insect repellent
Rainy days - raincoat or other waterproof jacket, rubber boots
Participants will also need to bring a pillow, sleeping bag or other linens, and a towel.
More detailed information will be provided in our planning document after you book your visit
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More detailed information will be provided in our planning document after you book your visit
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Staff First Aid Training: All field centre staff is trained in Standard First Aid and CPR, with access to onsite first aid supplies. Swimming and canoeing is supervised by certified National Lifesaving Society (NLS) lifeguards. Canoe instructors are also certified by the Ontario Recreational Canoeing Association (ORCA).
Nearest Hospital/Emergency Response Time: The nearest hospital is
Headwaters Healthcare Centre
100 Rolling Hills Drive
Orangeville, ON
L9W 4X9
519-941-2410
Emergency response time is approximately five to 15 minutes.
Food Service: All field centre food service staff have completed their PROTON Food Handlers Certification. Kitchen facilities are inspected regularly by regional health inspectors and meet all provincial and regional food service regulations.
Water: Albion Hills Field Centre is serviced by the Region of Peel's municipal water system.
Allergies: Albion Hills Field Centre is a "nut-sensitive" facility. Visitors are asked to bring only snacks that are free of nuts and/or nut products. Group leaders who have a participant that is or may be allergic to nuts or other allergens are asked to ensure that field centre staff are made aware so that appropriate precautions can be built into your daily schedule.
More detailed information will be provided in our planning document after you book your visit
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Albion Hills Field Centre can accommodate participants in wheelchairs and with other special needs. Programs can also be tailored to meet the specific needs of the group and/or participants. Please ask for more details regarding our accessibility during your planning session.
