The Weather Network

Winter Outdoor Education Adventures Category

Algonquin Winter Outdoor Education

Algonquin Park Winter Outdoor Education Programs

Customizable and tailored to fit, each winter adventure can be developed to meet the needs and requirements of your school and students. We have multiple programs perfect for groups of 6-10 students, with flexibility for larger groups/

Small Group Sizes

With a focus on small group sizes, we are able to create a safe and healthy learning environment.

Expand Comfort Zones

Winter camping and adventures are often a new experience for students and teachers and the perfect way to learn and grow.

Learn About Outdoors

Inspire young people to live active, outdoor lifestyles.

4 Day Algonquin Outdoor Education Adventure

Snowshoe, cross country ski and learn winter camping techniques on this 4 day Algonquin winter adventure. Perfect for groups of 6-10 students.

Algonquin Duke of Edinburgh Winter Expeditions

Participate in a Duke of Edinburgh qualifying expedition through Algonquin’s northwest corner. Students build true grit as they ski across frozen lakes and snowshoe through waist-deep snow.

3 Day Algonquin Winter School Adventure

Stay at the cozy Algonquin Log Cabin and break out of the classroom and into experiential learning. On this 3 Day Adventure students will learn how to snowshoe, cross country ski and expand their comfort zones.

Are you ready? Book your adventure today!

VIEW OUR WINTER OUTDOOR EDUCATION PROGRAMS

3 Day Algonquin Winter School Adventure

LEARN MORE

4 Day Algonquin Outdoor Education Adventure

LEARN MORE
Duke of Edinburgh Winter

Algonquin Duke of Edinburgh Winter Expedition

LEARN MORE

View our Photo Galleries

Check out more photos from past trips!

MEDIA AND STORIES

William Obrien, Winter Lodge guide

I know I missed the wrap up dinner, but I wanted to mention that I had an absolute blast working at Voyageur Quest this winter. My experience as a winter guide with your company has immensely improved my leadership and

Read More »

Testimonial – 4819

As I’m trying to take photos from the porch, territorial grey jays swoop in just above my head with a menacing flutter that has the subtlety of a Harley Davidson. Fair play: I’m on their turf. The Algonquin Log Cabin is an isolated dot next to Surprise Lake … Read More

Read More »

Serenading wolves in wintry Ontario

Serenading wolves in wintry Ontario Katy Palmer Teletext Holidays – March 12, 2005 If you’re one of those people who’s been lured into a winter holiday that screams: “Get away from it all!” only to find crowds of braying ski

Read More »

Testimonial – 14746

“November’s transition makes for great adventure” Being a seinor guide at Voyageur Quest I find that the question, you know “that question”, at parties where you are meeting people for the first time, is difficult this time of year. “So

Read More »

Explore Magazine

#8 – A winter man-cation Voyageur Quest’s new Stew and Brew weekend has all the ingredients for a perfect getaway for men: adventure, food and beer. Based from a cabin in Ontario’s Algonquin Provincial Park, each day of the long weekend includes … Read More

Read More »

A Wilderness Quest

The sun is barely up, the air cool and clean. The silence is complete except for the rythmic slap, slap of the paddles in the water, smooth as glass, reflecting the crimson and gold of autumn’s glory as it reveals itself on another new day in Algonquin Park. … Read More

Read More »

National Geographic

The Muskoka Moose & Wildlife Seven-Day Family Canoe and Rafting Trip is on the National Geographic “A” List!

With 60,000 miles (96,560 km) of canoe routes, Ontario, Canada, is a paddler’s dream. … Read More

Read More »

Lifestyle

Winter Adventure 101 Julia LeConte Lifestyle Magazine – September 11, 2009 When five Siberian huskies hear another team of sled dogs off in the distance, they go nuts. (With a heightened sense of hearing, they can sense them before you

Read More »

Weekend Wilderness

#8 – A winter man-cation Voyageur Quest’s new Stew and Brew weekend has all the ingredients for a perfect getaway for men: adventure, food and beer. Based from a cabin in Ontario’s Algonquin Provincial Park, each day of the long weekend includes … Read More

Read More »

Paddle into past

Paddle into past Janet Podolak News-Herald Cincinnati, Ohio, USA – July 10, 2005 A male swan on patrol puffs up his chest feathers and eyes us warily as we paddle near the edge of the Canadian lagoon he?s apparently guarding.

Read More »

Talking to the timber wolves of Algonquin Park

Two timber wolves, trotting in tandem, cross the lumber trail ahead of us and melt silently into the bush. From our canoe we note the submerged snout of a swimming beaver as it pushes an arrowhead of ripples toward a sticks-and-mud lodge in the centre of the wilderness lake. … Read More

Read More »

SPECIALS & PACKAGES

Experience Winter Camping
March 26-27
Step out of your comfort zone and embrace the last few days of winter, by travelling to a winter camp, sleeping in a heated wall tent and learning winter camping techniques!
Click Here
Algonquin Photo Moose Safari
June 11-13
Spend a weekend searching for the picture perfect moment of Algonquin's amazing wildlife, with professional photographer Rob Stimpson.
Click Here
Algonquin Snowshoe and Chalet
Available March 17-20
Relax in a comfortable chalet suite and snowshoe and cross country ski right from your door!
Click Here
Previous slide
Next slide

From $575 per person

2 nights accommodation, all meals and guided excursions
Spring Featured Trip

May Algonquin Log Cabin Adventure

May 17- 19, 2024 - Escape with friends to the Algonquin Log Cabin for a fun filled all inclusive Log cabin experience. Canoe, hike with tasty meals, and tailored guided excursions. Off the grid, it's the perfect blend of comfort and wilderness.

$499 per person

3 nights accommodation, boat shuttle, island orientation and use of canoe
Featured Trip

Algonquin Island Retreat Spring Special

May 13 - 16, May 16 - 19, 2024. Kick off your Spring with a romantic getaway to the Algonquin Island Retreat. Enjoy three nights on your own private island with a cozy cabin heated by wood stove, great kitchen and wonderful views. Comes with boat shuttle to island and canoe.

$199 per person

3 nights accommodation, price based on 4 people
April "Ice Out" Special

Algonquin Chalet Getaway

Anytime between March 28 and April 28, 2024. Witness the begiing of Spring . Watch the ice change as it melts and flows into Algonquin Park. Enjoy 3 nights in our cozy solar-powered chalet suite with wood fired sauna and explore the outdoors with canoe and WIFI included. Bring your pup for free! Your perfect springr getaway !

Give us a call

We'd be happy to answer your questions during regular office hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm 416-486-3605 or toll free at 1 800-794-9660

Send us an email

Send us an email and we'll happily get back to you as soon as possible. Inquiries after 5:00pm will be addressed the following business day. Additionally, feel free to use this form to get in touch. [email protected]

Location

Voyageur Quest operates across our three main locations, all in Algonquin's North West. When checking in for a trip, visit our Outfitter at Algonquin Park Access Point #1. GPS Co-Ordinates: Outfitter: 45.922151, -79.184819 Log Cabin: 45.956722, -79.233316 Cottage Outpost: 45.915361, -79.185695

Specializing in Algonquin Park Canoe Trips, Lodge-Based Adventure Trips, and Private Cottage Rentals.