Fall and winter field trips focus on team-building, leadership development and curriculum enrichment. We custom build the activity schedule based on unique school goals. Students forge new connections with another in a stimulating outdoor setting. We are a year-round facility that can host field trips any time. If you have an idea, we’d love to hear it and help you bring your field trip to life.
We are located in Lincoln, Ontario and are beautifully nestled on the Niagara Escarpment with access to the Bruce trail. Our site includes hiking trails, forests, a pavilion and open areas for small and large group activities. Our indoor spaces include a dining hall, pavillion, year-round Conference Centre with 8 bedrooms and heated cabins.
To start planning your adventure with us:
- Identify your goals
- Identify the specific outcomes you desire
- Determine which students will be eligible
- Estimate how many will attend
- Complete our FIELD TRIP APPLICATION FORM
The process begins by letting us know what dates would work for your group and what length of stay you desire.
DAY TRIP: 9:30am-2:00pm: $36/student
EXTENDED DAY TRIP: 9:30-4:00pm: $46/student; 9:30-7:00 (Dinner provided): $72/student
OVERNIGHT TRIP: 9:30am on Day 1-2:00pm on Day 2. Students sleep in cabins with 14 beds set up as bunks. Teachers and chaperones can sleep in our Conference Center that sleeps 16 in 4 dorm rooms.
$130/student per night
Completion of a field trip agreement and a deposit is required to secure your trip. Your booking is not complete until receipt of these two things.
*Please note that High Ropes, if available and included, is not included in the costs listed above
Our activities bring students into the outdoors and spark cooperation, critical thinking, and creativity. They encourage communication and leadership skills that are needed for success. Through having fun and working together, students form lasting connections and trust with their peers. Reflection takes place during and after activities to identify and apply what is learned. Trained Cave Springs staff lead all activities and adjust the program and facilitation to suit all grade levels. We create a schedule of activities based on the interests of your group and can tailor activity packages to different curriculum needs.
Link to our SCHOOL ACTIVITIES for more information about activities we offer.
FIELD TRIP DETAILS
There are many important details to consider for planning a successful camp field trip. See the FIELD TRIP FAQ for more information about chaperones, food, travel, packing, weather, contracts, final payment and more.
CONTRACT
Your customized plans, once determined, are all included in the contract that is submitted to Cave Springs. Download blank contracts below.
DEPOSIT
The booking is secured once both the contract and deposit are received. Deposits for Day Trips are $150, $250 for 1-night Overnight Trips and $350 for double Overnights.
Students and teachers can enjoy a day away from regular routines in a new and stimulating environment. Good memories are created and learnings from the field trip can positively impact relationships and engagement at school. A field trip at Cave Springs is a worthwhile investment for experiential learning, class morale and school momentum. We look forward to working with you!
Group 1
9:30 Arrival
9:45 Team Initiatives 1
10:20 Nature Activity 1
10:55 Team Initiatives 2
11:30 Lunch
12:00 Nature Activity 2
12:30 Large Group Activity
1:15 Campfire & S’mores
2:00 Departure
Group 2
9:30 Arrival
9:45 Team Initiatives 1
10:20 Nature Activity 1
10:55 Team Initiatives 2
11:30 Lunch
12:00 Team Initiatives 2
12:30 Large Group Activity
1:15 Campfire & S’mores
2:00 Departure
Group 3
9:30 Arrival
9:45 Team Initiatives 1
10:20 Nature Activity 1
10:55 Nature Activity 2
11:30 Lunch
12:00 Team Initiatives 2
12:30 Large Group Activity
1:15 Campfire & S’mores
2:00 Departure
Group 1
9:30 Arrival
9:45 Welcome and Intro Activities
10:15 Team Initiatives 1
11:00 Nature/Camp Activity 1
11:45 Lunch
12:15 Team Initiatives 2
1:00 Nature Activity 2
2:00 Amazing Race
3:15 Snack
3:30 Nature/Camp Activity 3
4:15 Two minute talent preparation
5:00 Dinner
5:45 Large Group Activity
6:30 Campfire & S’mores
7:00 Departure
Group 2
9:30 Arrival
9:45 Welcome and Intro Activities
10:15 Team Initiatives 1
11:00 Nature/Camp Activity 1
11:45 Lunch
12:15 Team Initiatives 2
1:00 Nature Activity 2
2:00 Amazing Race
3:15 Snack
3:30 Nature/Camp Activity 3
4:15 Two minute talent preparation
5:00 Dinner
5:45 Large Group Activity
6:30 Campfire & S’mores
7:00 Departure
Group 3
9:30 Arrival
9:45 Welcome and Intro Activities
10:15 Nature/Camp Activity 1
11:00 Team Initiatives 1
11:45 Lunch
12:15 Team Initiatives 2
1:00 Nature Activity 2
Amazing Race
3:15 Snack
3:30 Nature/Camp Activity 3
4:15 Two minute talent preparation
5:00 Dinner
5:45 Large Group Activity
6:30 Campfire & S’mores
7:00 Departure
DAY 1
Group 1
9:30 Arrival
9:45 Welcome and Intro Activities
10:15 Team Initiatives 1
11:00 Nature Activity 1
11:45 Lunch
12:15 Team Initiatives 2
1:00 Nature/Camp Activity 2
2:00 Amazing Race
3:15 Snack
3:30 Nature/Camp Activity 3
4:15 Two minute talent preparation
5:00 Dinner
5:45 Large Group Activity
6:30 Campfire
7:00 End of Programming
Group 2
9:30 Arrival
9:45 Welcome and Intro Activities
10:15 Team Initiatives 1
11:00 Nature Activity 1
11:45 Lunch
12:15 Team Initiatives 2
1:00 Nature/Camp Activity 2
2:00 Amazing Race
3:15 Snack
3:30 Nature/Camp Activity 3
4:15 Two minute talent preparation
5:00 Dinner
5:45 Large Group Activity
6:30 Campfire
7:00 End of Programming
Group 3
9:30 Arrival
9:45 Welcome and Intro Activities
10:15 Nature Activity 1
11:00 Team Initiatives 1
11:45 Lunch
12:15 Team Initiatives 2
1:00 Nature/Camp Activity 2
Amazing Race
3:15 Snack
3:30 Nature/Camp Activity 3
4:15 Two minute talent preparation
5:00 Dinner
5:45 Large Group Activity
6:30 Campfire
7:00 End of Programming
DAY 2
8:30 Breakfast
9:15 Large Group Game
10:00 Nature/Camp Activity
10:40 Egg Drop Assembly
11:30 Egg Drop
12:00 Lunch
12:30 Nature/Camp Activity
1:30 Pack up
2:00 Depart
8:30 Breakfast
9:15 Large Group Game
10:00 Nature/Camp Activity
10:40 Egg Drop Assembly
11:30 Egg Drop
12:00 Lunch
12:30 Nature/Camp Activity
1:30 Pack up
2:00 Depart
8:30 Breakfast
9:15 Large Group Game
10:00 Nature/Camp Activity
10:40 Egg Drop Assembly
11:30 Egg Drop
12:00 Lunch
12:30 Nature/Camp Activity
1:30 Pack up
2:00 Depart
