Outdoor School
Kids Get Smarter Outdoors
“Average Americans spend less than 5% of their life in classrooms, and an ever-growing body of evidence demonstrates that most science is learned outside of school,” according to two Oregon State University researchers.
Children and Nature Network co-founder Richard Louv suggests that outdoor experiences improve academic performance. A study of 500+ Chicago schools found that greening schools is a cost-effective way to raise student test scores.
How can your school partner with Canyonview to help students experience the benefits of outdoor learning?
Activities Available
Outdoor Education & Adventure
Lake Fishing
Horse Experience
Archery
Challenge Course
Zipline
Candle Making & Paracord
Outdoor Cooking
Outdoor Games
Educational Programming
Canyonview’s programming is aligned with NGSS (Next Generation Science Standards) for 5th Grade students.
Class Subjects Include:
Macro-Invertebrates
Nature Science
Horse Science
Angling Science
Archery
Outdoor Cooking
Paracord Crafts & Team Building
Escape Room (History Lesson)
Adult Supervision & Staff
Schools must provide adult supervision throughout the day & night.
Our Staff:
Professionally trained in class instruction & camper supervision.
First Aid & CPR/AED certified.
Seasonal counseling staff available for instruction.
Teachers are welcome to co-lead lessons!
Partnerships
Canyonview is proud to partner with:
Oregon State University Extension Service
Friends of Outdoor School
BEETLES (Better Environmental Education, Teaching, Learning, Expertise Sharing)
ODFW (Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife)
Salem-Keizer School District & Salem Academy
Natural Resources & Wildlife
Canyonview’s property includes:
Forested areas with fir, oak, cottonwood, alder & pine trees
Nature Trails & Drift Creek running through camp
2 Lakes
Wildlife: Bass, bluegill, catfish, rough-skinned newts, bullfrogs, ducks, blue herons, hawks, scrub jays, Steller’s jays, chickadees, woodpeckers, hummingbirds, deer & horses
Book Your School’s Outdoor Experience!
Contact us at 971-239-1347
Email: heatherg@canyonview.us
Spots fill quickly – reserve your dates today!
