Outdoor Events & Group Camping
Natural Spaces for your Gathering
NVCA's
conservation areas offer your group an opportunity to gather in nature: forests, meadows, ponds and wetlands. A number of outdoor venues are available to rent for private functions.
The
Outdoor Classroom is a two-sided wooden building just down the boardwalk from the Jose Building. Sheltered from the elements, it can serve as an outdoor meeting spot, breakout room or meal area for a small group.
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Capacity - 30 ppl. at tables, 100 bench seating
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Accessibility - fully accessible
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Amenities - bench seating (tables and other seating options available)
Picnic Pavilion is a perfect space for a larger picnic, barbecue or other outdoor event. Its kitchen includes a fridge and a sink with running, potable water (warm months only). There is a wood stove for heat if needed. Picnic tables provide indoor seating for 80 people, and more can be accommodated outside. There is a campfire spot, and a propane barbecue is available to rent.
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Capacity - 80 ppl.
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Accessibility - fully accessible
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Amenities - fridge, potable water (warm months only), wood stove, picnic table seating
The Group Campground is a peaceful area with plenty of flat ground for tenting and a grassy area perfect for playing games. It also includes a lockable storage shed, “dry” outhouses with running-water sinks (non-potable), a fire pit and a stone fireplace. It is suitable for up to 50 people - larger groups may be accommodated with the rental of additional outdoor toilets. The campsite is for use by approved groups only.
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Capacity - 50 ppl. (higher capacity may be available upon request)
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Accessibility - accessible washroom (outhouse), however sandy soil and grassy terrain may make some wheelchair access difficult; please contact NVCA about using an all-terrain wheelchair
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Amenities - fire pit and stone fireplace/oven, outhouses, non-potable water (warm months only), storage upon request.
- Minimum group size is 20 campers/night.
New! A second group camp site is slated to open in 2018. This campground will accommodate an additional 50 campers with a new “dry” outhouse, fire pit and picnic tables. A shared potable water tap is also being added.
The
Low Ropes Course challenges participants to work together to succeed at various tasks that progress in complexity. Lead by our
environmental educators, these fun, safe games promote teamwork, leadership, trust, communication and problem solving skills.
The ponds and trails at the Tiffin Centre offer opportunities for hiking, geocaching and other recreational activities. Educational programming and some recreational equipment may be arranged for your group if you wish. -
Accessibility - all-terrain wheelchairs available upon request
Bernie Longson Memorial Pavilion -
Fort Willow
The
Bernie Longson Memorial Pavilion is a stately post-and-beam structure that provides shade and protection from the rain without distracting from the beauty of the natural surroundings. This is a lovely spot for events such as family picnics, company BBQs or a rustic wedding ceremony.
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Capacity - 80 ppl.
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Accessibility - fully accessible
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Amenities - outhouses (no running water)
For more information, pricing, or to book a tour, contact events@nvca.on.ca or 705-424-1479.
