PD Day & Summer Camps
Baxter PD Day Program
Baxter will again be offering PD Day programs throughout the 2026/2027 school year! Programs are themed by our outdoor education staff depending on the season, such as Outdoor Survival Skills, Navigation, Winter Ecology, Snowshoeing and much more. Our program follows PD Day schedules for the OCDSB, OCSB, UCDSB, CDSBEO boards and again this year the CEPEO and CECCE boards, but students from all learning environments are welcome. Come join us for a day in the Forest!
Please note that we are not offering PD programs on all board PD days due to our own onsite programming running on certain days throughout the school year.
PROGRAM DETAILS
Age Group | 6 - 12 years of age Children must turn six by December 31, 2026 to be eligible |
Camp Hours | 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
Camp Fees | $60 + applicable taxes per session per child |
Location | Interpretive Centre Baxter Conservation Area 7498 Carter Rd, Kars ON |
PLEASE NOTE: We will be transitioning to a new registration platform in 2027. PD Day registration for 2026 dates will open Sept. 29, 2026 using the current registration form system.
All 2027 dates will open in November 2026 on the new platform. Watch for emails and social media posts noting the next round of registration. Thank you for your patience!
PROGRAM DATES
Program Dates | School Board |
|---|---|
Monday, October 26, 2026 | UCDSB, CDSBEO, CEPEO, CECCE |
Friday, November 20, 2026 | OCDSB, OCSB |
Monday, November 23, 2026 | OCDSB |
Friday, November 27, 2026 | UCDSB, CDSBEO, CEPEO, CECCE |
2026 Summer Camps!
Check back in early 2027 for registration details!
Baxter Conservation Area south of Kars-On-The-Rideau in Ottawa now offers three different summer camp programs: Salamanders Nature Camp, Bullfrogs Wilderness Camp and Forest School Camp. All of our summer camp programs give campers the opportunity to enjoy summer adventures immersed in nature while playing, exploring, and making new friends!
SWIMMING: Salamanders Nature Camp and Bullfrogs Wilderness Camp may enjoy swimming at Baxter’s beach supervised by certified lifeguards (weather and water quality permitting). However, Forest School Camp will not include swimming.
General Info:
Age Groups:
Salamanders: *6-10 years of age
Bullfrogs: 8-12 years of age
Forest School Camp: *6-12 years of age
*Campers must be 6 by December 31st, 2027
Camp Hours:
Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Location on Site:
Salamanders: Interpretive Centre
Bullfrogs: River Cabin at the Group Campsite
Forest School Camp: River Cabin at the Group Campsite
Camp Fees:
$275/camper/week
Extended Care:
Extended care is available for Salamander and Bullfrog camps for an added fee:
Before Care: 8 to 9 a.m. ($10/camper/day)
After Care: 4 to 5 p.m. ($10/camper/day)
No extended care available the week of August 24-28.
All fees are plus applicable taxes.
Volunteer at Baxter's Summer Camp!
Love being outside and working with children? Looking to complete your 40 hours for high school? We're looking for mature, enthusiastic volunteers to help with our nature-themed summer day camps. Volunteers must be 14 years old by the first day of camp to volunteer. Camp includes nature hikes, pond studies, crafts, games and may include swimming at Baxter’s sandy beach. If you or your child is interested in volunteering at camp this summer, please fill out our volunteering intake form. Staff will contact you to arrange next steps. If you have any questions about volunteering at Baxter’s summer camp please contact us at
MAILING LIST: If you are interested in finding out more information about our Forest School, Day Camp and PD Day Camp programs, and other education programs at Baxter Conservation Area, please fill out the following Google form to be added to our mailing list.
Want to Learn More?
Contact
Baxter Conservation Area Supervisor
Phone: 613-489-3592
Fax: 613-692-0831
