6-Rivers Wilderness Adventures provides opportunities and supports participants at all levels of The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Program by offering the following trips:



Preliminary Training - As the first step in the Expedition phase, these four-to-five hour workshops give the participants an opportunity to learn about many facets of camping in a controlled setting. Topics covered include:

• Map reading and compass work
• First Aid and safety
• Meal planning and cooking
• Site selection
• Clothing and equipment
• Wilderness "Code of Ethics"

Practice Trips - This phase is intended to prepare individuals for an overnight journey. For $75.00 per participant, young people will practice specific activities such as canoeing, hiking, biking, etc. They will also review map and compass work, First Aid, safety, Wilderness "Code of Ethics" and much more. Practice trips are one day (24 hours), with one overnight.


Overnight Qualifying Expeditions & Explorations - Participants practice what they have learned in order to promote self-reliance, personal growth and leadership through a journey of discovery. The three levels include:

• Bronze Award - 2 days / 1 night
• Silver - 3 days / 2 night
• Gold - 4 days / 3 nights

Residential Projects – Develop social adaptability through involvement with others in a group setting.

• Residential Trips - 5 days / 4 nights

Keeping in mind the objectives and requirements of the Residential Project, we are prepared to assist in creating an experience that promotes change, growth and personal achievement through a program that takes participants out of their comfort zones and introduces them to new and exciting adventures.


Community Service Projects – Encourage participants to take responsibility and to become contributing member of their community. 6-Rivers has many community partnerships that support youth in completing their community service hours.


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It's important to remember that 6-Rivers Expeditions and Residential Projects are your expeditions, not ours. Our team is committed to providing you with exactly what you're looking - and more.

To that end, we tailor all Expeditions and Residential Projects to suit your needs and goals. It's whatever you want. "We Can Do It!".

All trip costs include guides, food, group equipment and site fees. Transportation can be arranged from points across Central and Southwestern Ontario.

Our leaders are highly trained and experienced in the outdoors. They are also experienced group facilitators, and each brings with them a unique perspective towards expeditions, the outdoor environment and team development.

We take pride in the fact that we are concerned with far more than just "going camping". The Duke of Edinburgh’s Award program is about challenge, setting goals, personal growth, self- discipline, learning, initiative, community service, respect, leadership and fitness of mind and body.

6-Rivers Wilderness Adventures agrees with these principles. We strive to promote these values and commit to facilitate a safe and fun learning experience. It's our promise!