Bilingual  Summer Camp in July
 

Program Title

Bilingual  Summer Camp in July
 

Introduction to the Program

A French and English language odyssey in Parc national du Bic (Québec) dedicated to French learning through outdoors activities and nature awareness.

TARGETED CLIENTELEpyramide FROM NORTH AMERICA AND EUROPE

Boys and girls 10 to 17 years old
 
DATE

3 week session
From Sunday July 4th to Saturday July 24th, 2010

LOCATION OF THE PROGRAM

Cap à l'Orignal, Parc national du Bic, Québec, Canada, 290 km east of Quebec City.

LEVELS
All levels except complete beginner.

COST

$1 647 Canadian dollars per student or $549 by week
group rate available
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FEDERAL TAX CREDIT

The children's fitness tax credit allows parents to claim up to $ 500 per year for eligible fitness expenses paid for each child who is under 16 years of age at the beginning of the year in which the expenses are paid.

THE PRICE INCLUDES

  • 15 hours tuition per week (total 45 hours)
  • Texbook and school material
  • Supervision by our team of monitors
  • Access to camp facilities
  • Afternoon activities by French monitors
  • Lodging in dormitories
  • All meals (healthy food) with monitors

THE PRICE DOES NOT INCLUDE
  • Personal travel insurances
  • Transportation 

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

bic_montagneInspired by the exceptional setting of the Parc national du Bic, which is located in the St. Lawrence Estuary, this unique  program integrates learning the French language with the exploration of nature in a fun and dynamic environment. This three-weeks adventure offers participants irresistible opportunities to improve their language skills through thematic activities that take advantage of the rich and varied ecology of the estuary. Themes such as "Treasure Island", "Enchanted Forest" and "Maritime Voyager" allow campers to embark on French language odysseys that are sure to capture their imagination.

French and English are spoken during these activities and participants are encouraged to develop their communication skills while hiking, rock climbing, sea-canoeing, overnight canoe camping, and storytelling around the campfire and during hands-on cooperative projects. Participants will also have the unique opportunity to build friendships with their francophone/anglophone peers also attending the camp while they share camp facilities and participate in several adventures together.

Every morning, counsellors and campers meet in small  French/English groups and set language targets for the day's activities. During these structured workshops, counsellors ensure that every participant acquires the skills and knowledge needed to make the most of the daily activities. Upon completion of these activities, campers and counsellors meet again to discuss the challenges and successes of the day. Those workshops will amount to 45 hours of structured learning.

THE SETTING
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Cap-à l'Orignal Camp is located in the Parc national du Bic on the shore of the St. Lawrence Estuary. This coastal marine park forms a mosaic of small islands, reefs and capes along the St. Lawrence Estuary.

Le Parc national du Bic is internationally renowned for its rich and diversified animal and plant life. Ideal for bird and nature-watching, this setting offers an exceptional opportunity for anyone wanting to learn about the naturally rich environment of the Bas St-Laurent region.

ACTIVITIES
  • Rock climbing wall, natural site rock climbing
  • Nature trails (suspended bridge, platform ladder, balance beam, etc.)
  • Swimming pool
  • Hiking and biking trails with access to La Route Verte (National bike trail)
  • Nature interpretation paths (flora, sea, mammals, etc.)
  • Talent show
  • fire-camp
  • songs
  • sharing meals in both languages at the cafeteria

SPORTS
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  • Sea-canoeing (canoeing, camping)
  • Windsurfing
  • Archery
  • Soccer
  • Tennis
  • Baseball
  • Volleyball