Paddlers and Partners
Heritage ParkWould you have what it takes to become a voyageur?
Quick Facts
Format
In-person Field Trip
Cost
$190
Grades
Grade 4
Length
Half day (2–4 hours)
Group Size
Up to 30 students
Language
English
Time of Year
Fall (Sep–Dec), Winter (Jan–Mar)
Setting
Indoor, Outdoor
About This Program
The fur trade was more than jolly voyageurs collecting beaver pelts in their birch bark canoes. However, they were essential to this industry. Would you have what it takes to become a voyageur? Experience the complex interplay of international power politics, high finance, and cross-cultural trade. Profits may have driven the world’s oldest surviving corporation, but the trade was only possible by the partnerships that different classes and cultures forged themselves.
What to Expect
Exploring the Park before or after a school program is not permitted as the Village is closed; The program is designed for a maximum of 30 students along with supervisors. Many of the spaces at Heritage Park are impacted by space restrictions. If your class exceeds 30 students please contact the Education Team to discuss if this accommodation can be made.; There is no additional charge for 1:1 supervision support, or those adults coming to supervise within ratio; Please contact us for subsidized rates if needed for your school; The program will go forward sun or snow, so please make sure to wear appropriate clothing and footwear.
Curriculum Connections
Please follow the link to see our curriculum connections: https://heritagepark.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Paddlers-and-Partners-Elementary-Grade-Connections.pdf
Subjects
Topics
Accessibility
Physical Accessibility
This program involves walking on unpaved paths. Some of our buildings also have small steps to access. We do spend time outside in potentially snowy conditions. If you have accessibility needs (such as mobility aids, power access requirements, etc.), please let us know at booking!
Neurodiverse Accommodations
Please let us know at booking if you have neurodivergent needs such as but not limited to quiet spaces, communication needs, etc.
How to Book
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