Summer 2026 Now Booking

Summer outdoor day camps for children ages 4 to 7
Trout Lake, Pacific Spirit & Queen Elizabeth Park in Vancouver.
Built on The Sunhouse Method™. 6:1 ratio.
Limited spots in July and August.

Outdoor Day Camps at Trout Lake, Pacific Spirit & Queen Elizabeth Park

Our summer camps are fully outdoors and thoughtfully designed for small groups of children, ages 4 to 7. At Trout Lake (East Vancouver), programs use the grassy fields, sanded areas and trees surrounding the park, with lakeside meal times. At Pacific Spirit Park (West Side), programs use the ancient forest trails starting at the Park centre on West 16th. At Queen Elizabeth Park (Central Vancouver), programs use the park's gardens, meadows, and pathways, meeting at the West 33rd Avenue parking lot.

All locations run Monday through Friday with a 6:1 child-to-educator ratio. Drop-off and pick-up windows are shared with enrolled families. Rain or shine.

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Why Vancouver Parents Choose Sunhouse Camps

  • Sunhouse Camps integrates outdoor STEM into every session, mud kitchen chemistry, mini shelter engineering, weather and ecosystem observation, and nature-based math. STEM isn't a once-a-week add-on. It's how the day flows.

  • Every Sunhouse camp runs at a 6:1 child-to-educator ratio. Smaller groups mean every child is known, every parent gets real updates, and educators can build genuine relationships across the week.

  • We operate at Trout Lake (John Hendry Park, East Vancouver) and Pacific Spirit Park (West Side). Two of the city's most loved outdoor spaces, used as full-time learning environments.

  • Every educator is trained in The Sunhouse Method™, a proprietary learning approach developed by Sunhouse Founders.

A Day at Sunhouse Camp: Outdoor Learning in Vancouver

Our daily rhythm balances structured exploration with child-led play.

Children observe weather, build mini shelters, measure with natural materials, and experiment in the mud kitchen.

Guided by experienced educators who emphasise confidence, empathy, and emotional regulation.

Children learn to lead, collaborate, and connect deeply with nature.

Mud Kitchens: Learning Through Play

How our families feel

"I was nervous about full outdoor"

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"I was nervous about full-outdoor in Vancouver weather. Nicole and April walked me through gear and weather plans before camp started. After week one I stopped worrying. My daughter came home filthy, slept like a rock, and asked when she could go back before we'd reached the car." Rachel K., mom of a 5-year-old, East Vancouver

"It's the educators"

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"What sold me was The Sunhouse Method™ idea that adults are grounded enough to lead. That's exactly what the educators are. Calm, present, capable. After two weeks of camp my daughter is more independent at home." Anika S., mom of two, Kitsilano

"Tired of stations and rotations"

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"We'd tried structured enrichment programs where kids rotate every 45 minutes. Sunhouse is the opposite, and we love it. Small groups, real educators, no rushing. My son came home talking about beetles, the mud kitchen, and the shelter he wanted to build next." David M., dad of a 6-year-old, Mount Pleasant

Frequently Asked Questions About Sunhouse Camps

What does a typical day look like?

Each day balances structured and unstructured time in nature. Children might observe weather patterns, measure and count using natural materials, build mini shelters, explore bugs and plants, or play in the mud kitchen. Two snack breaks and a lunch period are built into every day.

What should my child wear and bring?

Dress your child for active outdoor play in all weather, clothing you're comfortable seeing get muddy. Pack a size-appropriate backpack with a lunchbox, sturdy reusable water bottle, and a spare pair of pants or underwear. For cooler months add mittens and a warm hat.

What if it rains?

Camp runs rain or shine. We ask that all children come prepared with waterproof layers and rain boots on wetter days. Our educators are trained to keep programming engaging and safe in all typical Vancouver weather.

What is the child-to-educator ratio?

We maintain a 6:1 child-to-educator ratio at every session. Smaller groups by design than most Vancouver summer camps.

How will I know what my child did at camp?

Every week parents receive a video recap of their child's time at camp, a window into their week and a way to start conversations at home.

What will my child actually learn?

Sunhouse Camps builds skills in four areas. Physical development through climbing and outdoor play. STEM and cognitive growth through hands-on experiments, mud kitchen chemistry, and nature-based math. Emotional resilience through self-regulation and confidence. Social skills through teamwork and collaboration.

How do I register?

Registration is open right here on this site. Browse sessions by location and month, choose your week, and complete enrolment online. Spots are limited by design. Add your name to our email list to be notified first.