School Trip Attractions
Bank of Canada Museum
Come into our galleries to explore the economic lives of Canadians, travel through the history of money and discover the role the Bank of Canada plays in helping the Canadian economy run smoothly. See the economy from a whole new perspective—yours! FREE ADMISSION 30 Bank Street Ottawa, ON Phone: 613 782-8914 www.bankofcanadamuseum.ca/learn www.museedelabanqueducanada.ca/apprendre @BoCMuseum OR @BdCMusee www..facebook.com/BoCMuseum/ www.twitter.com/BoCMuseum www.instagram.com/bocmuseum Biking in the Gatineau
Into mountain biking? Gatineau Park offers over 90 kilometres of trails open for mountain biking from mid-May through the end of November. Sundays Bike Days: On Sunday mornings from late May through Labour Day, Ottawa’s River Parkway, Colonel By Drive, Rockcliffe Parkway and Gatineau Park’s Champlain and Fortune parkways are all closed to traffic for Alcatel-Lucent Sunday Bikedays.; 1 800 465-1867 TTY: 1 -866- 661-3530 www.canadascapital.gc.ca 
BYTOWN Museum
Uniquely situated on a spectacular UNESCO world heritage site. The BYTOWN MUSEUM explores the stories of an evolving city and its residents from the early days of bytown and present-day Ottawa. With Curriculum-based tours, the BYTOWN MUSEUM offers plenty of exciting opportunities to learn outside the classroom year-round. 1 Canal Lane, Ottawa 613-234-4570 ext 226 www.bytownmuseum.com Byward Market
The Byward Market offers one-of-a-kind artisan shops and boutiques, over 80 restaurants and cafés and Canada’s oldest continuously operating farmers’ market. Year round you’ll find over 100 vendors of fresh fruits and vegetables, plants and flowers, and arts and crafts arranged around and in the historic. Located in downtown Ottawa. (613) 562-3325 www.byward-market.com 
Calypso Waterpark
Come dive into the adventure and explore Calypso, Canada’s biggest and best waterpark! With its 35 waterslides and over 100 water games, at Calypso, you will create magical memories. This extensive 100-acre facility, includes, state-of-the-art water slides, 2 theme rivers and Canada’s largest wave pool. Pack a lunch or let us serve you at one of our theme restaurants. Book now and come soak-up the sun! Please see our ad on page 24 of the Teacher's Field Trip Guide www.travelwithkids101.com/magazine.html 2015 Calypso St. Limoges, ON 613-443-9995 www.calypsopark.com 
Camp Fortune
Come experience the thrill and excitement of Fortune Aerial Experience! You will be traipsing through the tree tops challenging yourself on a course of aerial steel wires, rope bridges, suspended walkways and net gangways. The three-hour trek culminates with the ultimate thrill of soaring down the giant zip lines. This adventure will leave you breathless! Camp Fortune is conveniently located in the heart of the Gatineau Park, just 15 minutes from downtown Ottawa. Licensed patio, BBQ services, snacks and refreshments on site. We also offer affordable ski and snowboard packages during the winter months. See our ad on page 18 of the Teacher's Field Trip Guide: www.travelwithkids101.com/magazine.html Location: Chelsea, Quebec 819-827-5517 / 819-827-1717 www.campfortune.com Canada Agriculture and Food Museum Discover farm life in the heart of the city as students explore seasonal cycles, make apple cider, bake bread, see farm technology at work, and experience barn sights, smells and sounds. Programs are directly linked to school curricula – including the Ontario Science and Technology Curriculum and the Quebec Education Program. 901 Prince of Wales Drive Ottawa, ON 613-991-3053 or 1-866-442-4416 www.cafmuseum.techno-science.ca Canada Aviation Museum
The Canada Aviation and Space Museum brings the wonders of space and flight to teachers and students alike with its collection and curriculum-based STEAM education programs. The Museum is host to an extensive aviation collection with over 130 aircraft as well as space-related artifacts including the iconic Canadarm. School programs include cross-curricular hands-on workshops, guided tours and sleepovers. Address: 11 Aviation Parkway, Ottawa (ON), K1K 4Y5 Phone: 613-991-3044 www.casmuseum.techno-science.ca/en/educational-programs.php Canada Museum Science & Technology
SciencExplore Museum on the Go — Youth programs Aboard the #ScienceMobile, the Museum programming team travels to you with amazing hands-on amazing science activities that are educational, fun, and offered at a great price. Choose from our three programs: ScienceExplore-Schools, MakExplore and Mini SciencExplore. Book your program today! For more information: sciencemobile.techno-science.ca 613-991-3053 or 1-866-442-4416 Fax: 613-993-7923 Email: contact@techno-science.ca www.sciencemobile.techno-science.ca Canadian Children's Museum
Canadian Children's Museum The Great Adventure takes children on a worldwide trip to exciting locations, where they’ll meet interesting people and engage in entertaining educational activities. They can clamber aboard a replica of an extravagantly decorated Pakistani bus and a three-wheeled auto rickshaw from Thailand or step inside a Bedouin tent and homes from India, Indonesia and Mexico. A fun, memorable first step in a child’s understanding of the arts, culture and history. Fun school programs offered for preschool, kindergarten and grades 1 and 2. Located within the Museum of History, 100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, Quebec, across the river from Parliament Hill 819-776-7000 or 1-800-555-5621 www.historymuseum.ca Canadian Heritage
Canadian Heritage
Teachers! Let Canadian Heritage organize the itinerary for your trip to Ottawa, free of charge! Take advantage of our informative pre-visit resource to get your students excited about their visit. We also have free lesson plans available to help you meet curricular objectives in Social Studies, History and Geography. 1-800-461-8020 (toll-free) 613-944-2898 www.canadascapital.gc.ca/education Plan Your Class Field Trip To the Capital https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/teacher-resources/school-programs.html
Canadian Museum of Nature
Canadian Museum of Nature Explore and discover our hands-on, curriculum-based workshops, and guided tours at Canada's natural history museum. Your students will be amazed and inspired by five floors of galleries including dinosaurs, a blue whale skeleton, iconic mammals, dazzling minerals and gemstones, Canadian birds and live insects. Experience the Far North and real ice in our new Canada Goose Arctic Gallery. Book your visit today. See our ad in the Teacher's Field Trip Guide www.travelwithkids101.com/magazine.html page 19 (SCROLL DOWN PAGE) 240 McLeod St, Ottawa Phone: 613-566-4701 www.nature.ca/education Canadian War Museum
Canadian War Museum
Students will discover the military history and explore the human conflicts that have shaped Canada. Using a variety of stories and artifacts, program interpreters guide students through dynamic educational programs which help them understand how war affected Canada and their own lives.Educational programs support the Ontario and Quebec curricula. 1 Vimy Place, Ottawa, Ontario 1-800-555-5621 or 819-776-7014 Email : Call_center@warmuseum.ca www.warmuseum.ca Cosmic Adventures The larger than life play-spaces encourage kids to crawl, bounce, swing and slide through the multi-level soft-play structure which feature ball pits, obstacle courses with plenty of padding and no sharp corners. Even toddlers have their own play area filled with educational and developmental toys. Restaurant on site. 1373 Ogilvie Rd., Just off St.Laurent Blvd. 613-742-8989 www.cosmicadventures.ca Cumberland Heritage Village Museum
Unique in the nation’s capital, the museum provides an immersive, fun, and educational experience that showcases life in the 1920s and 30s with dozens of heritage and true-to-the-era reproduction buildings – including a working sawmill and blacksmith forge – heritage breed farm animals, people in costume, vintage tractor-pulled wagon rides, and so much more. 2940 Old Montreal Road., Cumberland, ON www.ottawa.ca/museums www.facebook.com/cumberlandmuseum 613-833-3059 
Diefenbunker Museum
The Diefenbunker is one of the unique, educational sites in Canada. While on tour, your class will immerse themselves in the Cold War and experience Canadian history from a perspective unlike any other. 3929 Carp Road Ottawa (Carp) ON. K0A 1L0 Phone: 613-839-0007 www.Diefenbunker.ca |
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Dows Lake Pavillion
Dows Lake Pavilion is a year-round recreational centre on the Rideau Canal. In summer, they offer bikes, in-line skates, pedal boats, canoes and kayaks for rent. You can dine in one of the two restaurants overlooking the lake, or bring a picnic. In the winter, the Rideau Canal becomes the world’s longest outdoor skating rink, with over 7km of groomed ice. Rentals of skates and sleds available.
1001 Queen Elizabeth Dr., Ottawa. Near Carling & Preston Ave.
Admission: Free
613-232-1001
www.dowslake.com
Dows Lake Pavilion is a year-round recreational centre on the Rideau Canal. In summer, they offer bikes, in-line skates, pedal boats, canoes and kayaks for rent. You can dine in one of the two restaurants overlooking the lake, or bring a picnic. In the winter, the Rideau Canal becomes the world’s longest outdoor skating rink, with over 7km of groomed ice. Rentals of skates and sleds available.
1001 Queen Elizabeth Dr., Ottawa. Near Carling & Preston Ave.
Admission: Free
613-232-1001
www.dowslake.com
Fletcher Wildlife Preserve
If you want to learn how to successfully design a wildlife garden that will attract butterflies, birds and other wildlife, visit the Fletcher Wildlife Garden. In addition the Macoun Field Club is a nature club for youth ages 8 to 18. Sponsored by the Ottawa Field Naturalists’ Club, it has been providing a fun way for youth to experience natural sciences.
www.ofnc.ca
If you want to learn how to successfully design a wildlife garden that will attract butterflies, birds and other wildlife, visit the Fletcher Wildlife Garden. In addition the Macoun Field Club is a nature club for youth ages 8 to 18. Sponsored by the Ottawa Field Naturalists’ Club, it has been providing a fun way for youth to experience natural sciences.
www.ofnc.ca
Funhaven
Funhaven delivers fun and family memories in an upscale and affordable environment. Activities include: Climbing Wall; Jungle Gym; Laser Frenzy; Laser Tag; Mini-Bowling; Toddler Play Area; Video Games and Simulators; Bumper Cars. See website for details.
1050 Baxter Road, Ottawa, ON K2C 3P1
613-828-4386
www.funhaven.com
Funhaven delivers fun and family memories in an upscale and affordable environment. Activities include: Climbing Wall; Jungle Gym; Laser Frenzy; Laser Tag; Mini-Bowling; Toddler Play Area; Video Games and Simulators; Bumper Cars. See website for details.
1050 Baxter Road, Ottawa, ON K2C 3P1
613-828-4386
www.funhaven.com
Fun Junction
Fun Junction is Gatineau’s newest fun centre. This 12,000 sq. ft facility offers jungle gym for the little ones a state-of-the-art lazer tag system, a glow in the dark 9-hole mini putt course. Fun Junction also has a variety of simulator video games, like Daytona 500. We have a spacious, 100-seat newly renovated FJ Pizzeria offering, pizza, sandwiches, burgers, calzones and buffet menu for large groups.
779 Maloney est (12 min. from Downtown Ottawa) Gatineau, Quebec
819-893-5683
www.funjunction.ca
Fun Junction is Gatineau’s newest fun centre. This 12,000 sq. ft facility offers jungle gym for the little ones a state-of-the-art lazer tag system, a glow in the dark 9-hole mini putt course. Fun Junction also has a variety of simulator video games, like Daytona 500. We have a spacious, 100-seat newly renovated FJ Pizzeria offering, pizza, sandwiches, burgers, calzones and buffet menu for large groups.
779 Maloney est (12 min. from Downtown Ottawa) Gatineau, Quebec
819-893-5683
www.funjunction.ca
Gatineau Park
In summer choose from swimming at one of the six supervised beaches (five public beaches and one beach reserved for campers: Smith Beach) canoeing, sport fishing, camping, hiking and biking on trails. Rent boats, mountain bikes and snowshoes at rental booths. Open daylight hours
Located in Quebec, 20 minute drive from downtown Ottawa
819-827-2020
www.canadascapital.gc.ca
In summer choose from swimming at one of the six supervised beaches (five public beaches and one beach reserved for campers: Smith Beach) canoeing, sport fishing, camping, hiking and biking on trails. Rent boats, mountain bikes and snowshoes at rental booths. Open daylight hours
Located in Quebec, 20 minute drive from downtown Ottawa
819-827-2020
www.canadascapital.gc.ca
Hull Wakefield Steam Train
Take an unforgettable family trip into the past aboard a real old-time steam train and give your children a taste of Canadian railway heritage. The trip, which lasts five hours, includes a two-hour stop in the historic village of Wakefield. Various departure times. Reservations required. Check out Fall Foliage tour and other special tours.
Hull Train Station, 165 Deveault St., Gatineau, Quebec
819-778-7246 or 1-800-871-7246
www.steamtrain.ca
Take an unforgettable family trip into the past aboard a real old-time steam train and give your children a taste of Canadian railway heritage. The trip, which lasts five hours, includes a two-hour stop in the historic village of Wakefield. Various departure times. Reservations required. Check out Fall Foliage tour and other special tours.
Hull Train Station, 165 Deveault St., Gatineau, Quebec
819-778-7246 or 1-800-871-7246
www.steamtrain.ca
IMAX® Theater
Live the ultimate IMAX Experience at the only IMAX 3D screen and Dome Theatre in North America! A unique journey through history, culture, adventure and nature with stunning films that touches and inspire. Located at the Canadian Museum of History.
100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, Quebec
819-776-7010 or 1 800 555-5621
www.historymuseum.ca/imax
Live the ultimate IMAX Experience at the only IMAX 3D screen and Dome Theatre in North America! A unique journey through history, culture, adventure and nature with stunning films that touches and inspire. Located at the Canadian Museum of History.
100 Laurier Street, Gatineau, Quebec
819-776-7010 or 1 800 555-5621
www.historymuseum.ca/imax
Kanata Wavepool & Leisure Center
Catch the excitement as you swim and surf in the ocean-like waves of the 40 metre pool. Shoot down the ever popular water slide or relax and enjoy our hot tub & sauna. The children can splash in the kiddies pool while enjoying the waterfall, spray fountains and beach toys providing hours of enjoyment and fun. The facility is wheelchair accessible, provides a family change room, observation area and free parking. Vending machines are on site with many options, goggles and locks for sale, don’t forget your towels! Call ahead/visit the website for the wave swim schedule. READ MORE
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70 Aird Place, Ottawa, Exit Hwy 417 Westbound at Castlefrank Rd. and right on Aird Place.
613-591-9283
www.ottawa.ca/klc
Catch the excitement as you swim and surf in the ocean-like waves of the 40 metre pool. Shoot down the ever popular water slide or relax and enjoy our hot tub & sauna. The children can splash in the kiddies pool while enjoying the waterfall, spray fountains and beach toys providing hours of enjoyment and fun. The facility is wheelchair accessible, provides a family change room, observation area and free parking. Vending machines are on site with many options, goggles and locks for sale, don’t forget your towels! Call ahead/visit the website for the wave swim schedule. READ MORE
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70 Aird Place, Ottawa, Exit Hwy 417 Westbound at Castlefrank Rd. and right on Aird Place.
613-591-9283
www.ottawa.ca/klc
Karters Corner Go-Kart
Karters Corner has 48 go-karts including, two seat go-karts, in which younger children can ride with parents or kiddy karts for kids under 54″tall. Enjoy the 18-hole mini golf. For teen night you get 10 laps on the go-karts, 1 round of mini golf, one hot dog, one soft drink, one bag of chips, and unlimited beach volleyball and basketball. See website for pricing.
6336 Fallowfield Rd., Stittsville
613-831-2828
www.karterskorner.com
Karters Corner has 48 go-karts including, two seat go-karts, in which younger children can ride with parents or kiddy karts for kids under 54″tall. Enjoy the 18-hole mini golf. For teen night you get 10 laps on the go-karts, 1 round of mini golf, one hot dog, one soft drink, one bag of chips, and unlimited beach volleyball and basketball. See website for pricing.
6336 Fallowfield Rd., Stittsville
613-831-2828
www.karterskorner.com
Landmark Cinemas
It's an easy A! Movies Make Learning Fun.
Whether it's a break to catch the latest, most talked about film, or a curated selection that will enhance your curriculum, we're here to create an easy A+ movie -going experience for educators and their students. For more information, to request a specific film or create your personal experience visit www.landmarkcinemas.com/group-sales
See our ad on page 7 in the Teacher's Field Trip Guide www.travelwithkids101.com/magazine.html (scroll down page)
Locations: Orleans, Kanata
www.landmarkcinemas.com/group-sales
It's an easy A! Movies Make Learning Fun.
Whether it's a break to catch the latest, most talked about film, or a curated selection that will enhance your curriculum, we're here to create an easy A+ movie -going experience for educators and their students. For more information, to request a specific film or create your personal experience visit www.landmarkcinemas.com/group-sales
See our ad on page 7 in the Teacher's Field Trip Guide www.travelwithkids101.com/magazine.html (scroll down page)
Locations: Orleans, Kanata
www.landmarkcinemas.com/group-sales
Laurier House National Historic Site
Laurier House National Historic Site
Step into our country’s political history and enter the former residence of two of Canada’s most important Prime Ministers, Sir Wilfrid Laurier and William Lyon Mackenzie King. Students will enjoy the fabulous collection of objects and artwork and learn about the two men’s personal and political life.
335, Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa, Ontario
613-992-8142
www.pc.gc.ca/laurierhouse
Step into our country’s political history and enter the former residence of two of Canada’s most important Prime Ministers, Sir Wilfrid Laurier and William Lyon Mackenzie King. Students will enjoy the fabulous collection of objects and artwork and learn about the two men’s personal and political life.
335, Laurier Avenue East, Ottawa, Ontario
613-992-8142
www.pc.gc.ca/laurierhouse
Little Ray's Reptile Zoo
Welcome to Little Ray’s Reptile Zoo! We are Canada’s largest collection of unwanted and rescued reptiles. Promoting backyard and worldwide conservation since 1995! Our zoo is also the very first carbon neutral zoo in Canada! We focus on educational hands-on interaction with some of the world’s most misunderstood animals. Come by to see our feeding and hands-on shows so you can experience the adventure today! Our zoo is open year long with new exhibits and new animals to see every 6 months! Our newly renovated zoo also has brand new outdoor enclosures which provide a home to rescued animals from all over Canada. Bilingual, wheelchair accessible; fun for everyone big and small!
5305 Bank St. Ottawa
613-822-8924 or 877-522-8440
www.raysreptiles.com
Welcome to Little Ray’s Reptile Zoo! We are Canada’s largest collection of unwanted and rescued reptiles. Promoting backyard and worldwide conservation since 1995! Our zoo is also the very first carbon neutral zoo in Canada! We focus on educational hands-on interaction with some of the world’s most misunderstood animals. Come by to see our feeding and hands-on shows so you can experience the adventure today! Our zoo is open year long with new exhibits and new animals to see every 6 months! Our newly renovated zoo also has brand new outdoor enclosures which provide a home to rescued animals from all over Canada. Bilingual, wheelchair accessible; fun for everyone big and small!
5305 Bank St. Ottawa
613-822-8924 or 877-522-8440
www.raysreptiles.com
Mont Cascades
The mountain Waterpark experience!
Discover great, clean family fun all summer long. World class water rides, water play areas and full food and beverage services make Mont Cascades MOUNTAIN Waterpark a great place for the family to cool down and have fun. Introducing Splash Water Forest for the ultimate in WATER PLAY!!! This combines all the excitement of our world’s best slides with the new “active-waterplay” structure packed with water cannons, climbing nets and the“SplashForest” versions of our favorite slides.
Located: 20 min. Drive from downtown Ottawa/Hull in Cantley, Québec. MacDonald Cartier Bridge, onto Hwy. 5, take exit to Hwy. 50 (Gatineau), take exit 138 (1st one) and turn right at the lights onto Hwy. 307 for 15 km and turn left onto Mont Cascades Rd.
Hours: Daily at 10am from Jun 9th to Sept 2, 2013
Admission: One Rate $16.99 pp / Kids 2 years and under have free admission.
819- 827-0301 or Toll Free 1-888-282-2722
www.montcascades.ca
The mountain Waterpark experience!
Discover great, clean family fun all summer long. World class water rides, water play areas and full food and beverage services make Mont Cascades MOUNTAIN Waterpark a great place for the family to cool down and have fun. Introducing Splash Water Forest for the ultimate in WATER PLAY!!! This combines all the excitement of our world’s best slides with the new “active-waterplay” structure packed with water cannons, climbing nets and the“SplashForest” versions of our favorite slides.
Located: 20 min. Drive from downtown Ottawa/Hull in Cantley, Québec. MacDonald Cartier Bridge, onto Hwy. 5, take exit to Hwy. 50 (Gatineau), take exit 138 (1st one) and turn right at the lights onto Hwy. 307 for 15 km and turn left onto Mont Cascades Rd.
Hours: Daily at 10am from Jun 9th to Sept 2, 2013
Admission: One Rate $16.99 pp / Kids 2 years and under have free admission.
819- 827-0301 or Toll Free 1-888-282-2722
www.montcascades.ca
Mount Pakenham Ski
TEACHERS SKI *FREE* IN DECEMBER.
Just bring your School Board ID to the Front Desk.
http://www.mountpakenham.com/teachers.php
Plan an exciting daytime or after-school field trip or family getaway to Eastern Ontario’s top resort for Skiing-In-Schools programs. We specialize in ski and snowboard lessons for all ages and abilities, with a cafeteria and rental equipment readily available. For the non-skier we offer daytime nature discovery, snowshoeing, and snow tubing designed to meet Ontario’s physical education and social studies curriculum.
With over 30 years of experience no other area offers school groups such a wide range of winter activities.
Located in Pakenham, just west of Ottawa
613-624-5290 x240
www.mountpakenham.com
TEACHERS SKI *FREE* IN DECEMBER.
Just bring your School Board ID to the Front Desk.
http://www.mountpakenham.com/teachers.php
Plan an exciting daytime or after-school field trip or family getaway to Eastern Ontario’s top resort for Skiing-In-Schools programs. We specialize in ski and snowboard lessons for all ages and abilities, with a cafeteria and rental equipment readily available. For the non-skier we offer daytime nature discovery, snowshoeing, and snow tubing designed to meet Ontario’s physical education and social studies curriculum.
With over 30 years of experience no other area offers school groups such a wide range of winter activities.
Located in Pakenham, just west of Ottawa
613-624-5290 x240
www.mountpakenham.com
National Arts Centre
Located in the heart of downtown next to the Rideau Canal, the National Arts Centre (NAC) is Canada’s premier showcase of the performing arts. The NAC presents full seasons of English Theatre, French Theatre, Dance and Orchestra. In addition to in-house productions, the Centre plays host to variety and Broadway programming plus special festivals.
53 Elgin Street, at Confederation Square – downtown Ottawa
613-947-7000
Toll-free: 1-866-850-ARTS
www.nac-cna.ca
Located in the heart of downtown next to the Rideau Canal, the National Arts Centre (NAC) is Canada’s premier showcase of the performing arts. The NAC presents full seasons of English Theatre, French Theatre, Dance and Orchestra. In addition to in-house productions, the Centre plays host to variety and Broadway programming plus special festivals.
53 Elgin Street, at Confederation Square – downtown Ottawa
613-947-7000
Toll-free: 1-866-850-ARTS
www.nac-cna.ca
National Capital Commission (NCC)
The NCC is dedicated to making the Capital accessible to all Canadians and endeavours to support learning in young Canadians about the richness of Canada’s Capital, through various activities and resources. Visit the Capital Infocentre (across from Parliament Hill) where you’ll find a complete range of services to help you plan your visit according to your needs. Whether you’re looking for information by phone or in person, we can help.
Capital Info-centre – across from Parliament Hill
1 800 465-1867 / TTY: 1 -866- 661-3530
www.canadascapital.gc.ca
The NCC is dedicated to making the Capital accessible to all Canadians and endeavours to support learning in young Canadians about the richness of Canada’s Capital, through various activities and resources. Visit the Capital Infocentre (across from Parliament Hill) where you’ll find a complete range of services to help you plan your visit according to your needs. Whether you’re looking for information by phone or in person, we can help.
Capital Info-centre – across from Parliament Hill
1 800 465-1867 / TTY: 1 -866- 661-3530
www.canadascapital.gc.ca
National Gallery of Canada
See Canada’s visual arts treasures and discover the remarkable stories that have shaped this country in our Canadian and Indigenous Galleries. Student workshops, hands-on discovery visits and guided tours promote careful and thoughtful looking at artworks, emphasize learning through guided discussion, and encourage students to use their personal experience to interpret art.
Come celebrate creativity at one of Canada’s most impressive landmarks.
See our ad in the Teacher's Field
Trip Guide on page 21 and 22.
https://www.travelwithkids101.com/magazine.html
380 Sussex Drive, Ottawa, ON K1N 9N4
Group Reservations: 613.990.4888 Email: Reservations@gallery.ca
www.gallery.ca
Ottawa Museums Network
Choose your next adventure with the Ottawa Museum Network where you can revisit the past and discover your future with tailored school programs for students from kindergarten to Grade 12.
(613) 234-1999 x 102
info@omn-rmo.ca
www.OttawaMuseumNetwork.ca
Our Museums:
1. Billings Estate National Historic Site:
* Billings Estate National Historic Site
2. Bytown Museum : Bytown Museum
3. Cumberland Heritage Museum:
Cumberland Heritage Village Museum
4. Diefenbunker Canada's Cold War Museum
* Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum
5. Fairfield Heritage House
* Fairfields Heritage House
6. Goulbourn Museum
* Goulbourn Museum
7. Nepean Museum
* Nepean Museum
8. Osgoode Township Museum
* Osgoode Township Historical Society & Museum
9. Pinhey's Point Historic Site
* Pinhey's Point Historic Site
10. Vanier Museopark
* Vanier Museopark
11. Watson's Mill
* Watson's Mill
Website: www.ottawamuseumnetwork.ca
Choose your next adventure with the Ottawa Museum Network where you can revisit the past and discover your future with tailored school programs for students from kindergarten to Grade 12.
(613) 234-1999 x 102
info@omn-rmo.ca
www.OttawaMuseumNetwork.ca
Our Museums:
1. Billings Estate National Historic Site:
* Billings Estate National Historic Site
2. Bytown Museum : Bytown Museum
3. Cumberland Heritage Museum:
Cumberland Heritage Village Museum
4. Diefenbunker Canada's Cold War Museum
* Diefenbunker: Canada's Cold War Museum
5. Fairfield Heritage House
* Fairfields Heritage House
6. Goulbourn Museum
* Goulbourn Museum
7. Nepean Museum
* Nepean Museum
8. Osgoode Township Museum
* Osgoode Township Historical Society & Museum
9. Pinhey's Point Historic Site
* Pinhey's Point Historic Site
10. Vanier Museopark
* Vanier Museopark
11. Watson's Mill
* Watson's Mill
Website: www.ottawamuseumnetwork.ca
Ottawa Senators National Hockey League
The Ottawa Senators of the National Hockey League (NHL) play a full season of games at Ottawa’s Scotiabank Place in west Ottawa, in Kanata, about a 20-minute drive from downtown. Shuttle buses to games from downtown are provided by Ottawa’s public transit – OC Transpo.
1000 Palladium Drive
613-599-0250
www.senators.nhl.com
The Ottawa Senators of the National Hockey League (NHL) play a full season of games at Ottawa’s Scotiabank Place in west Ottawa, in Kanata, about a 20-minute drive from downtown. Shuttle buses to games from downtown are provided by Ottawa’s public transit – OC Transpo.
1000 Palladium Drive
613-599-0250
www.senators.nhl.com
Parliament of Canada - Tours
The Parliament buildings are often described as one of the most beautiful government centers in the world. The buildings are home to among other things, the House of Commons, the Library of Parliament, the Hall of Honour, the Senate and the impressive Peace Tower and Memorial Chamber. Summer on the hill features the Changing the Guard Ceremony. Schedules and tour routes are subject to change or cancellation without notice due to parliamentary activity.
613-996-0896
Email: info@parl.gc.ca
www.parl.gc.ca/vis
The Parliament buildings are often described as one of the most beautiful government centers in the world. The buildings are home to among other things, the House of Commons, the Library of Parliament, the Hall of Honour, the Senate and the impressive Peace Tower and Memorial Chamber. Summer on the hill features the Changing the Guard Ceremony. Schedules and tour routes are subject to change or cancellation without notice due to parliamentary activity.
613-996-0896
Email: info@parl.gc.ca
www.parl.gc.ca/vis
Pirate Adventures
Fun and interactive aquatic adventures transform children into pirates with face painting, tattoos, and costumes. The 50-foot ship navigates the “seas” for 75 minutes, offering non-stop pirate-themed activities including discovering treasure maps, recovering sunken treasure, defending the ship with water cannons, singing, and dancing. Six sailings daily May through August and on weekends in September.
613-859-5199
www.pirateadventures.ca
Fun and interactive aquatic adventures transform children into pirates with face painting, tattoos, and costumes. The 50-foot ship navigates the “seas” for 75 minutes, offering non-stop pirate-themed activities including discovering treasure maps, recovering sunken treasure, defending the ship with water cannons, singing, and dancing. Six sailings daily May through August and on weekends in September.
613-859-5199
www.pirateadventures.ca
Prescott and Russel Recreational Trail
Discover 72km of peaceful country landscapes. Built on a converted railway, the soft terrain is easily accessible to all cyclists. The surface is stone dust, with four 2km paved sections. A link between Ottawa and Montreal for cyclists. Four convenient access points to the trail are located (east to west) in Hammond, Bourget, Plantagenet, Vankleek Hill and St-Eugène. You will find free parking, picnic tables, an information stand and toilets. See website for details.
800-361-7439
www.prescott-russell.on.ca/tourism
Discover 72km of peaceful country landscapes. Built on a converted railway, the soft terrain is easily accessible to all cyclists. The surface is stone dust, with four 2km paved sections. A link between Ottawa and Montreal for cyclists. Four convenient access points to the trail are located (east to west) in Hammond, Bourget, Plantagenet, Vankleek Hill and St-Eugène. You will find free parking, picnic tables, an information stand and toilets. See website for details.
800-361-7439
www.prescott-russell.on.ca/tourism
Ray Friel Recreation Centre
Try out the tropical themed wave pool, with great features like the shallow lagoon area providing gently sloped and easy access to the pool (great for kids/parents & seniors). Kids play areas include a mushroom waterfall machine, spraying clown heads and the spurting red rock, as well as the sauna and whirlpool. Summer camps too. Free parking. Food and beverage facilities . Ask about birthday parties and summer camps.
1585 Tenth Line Road, Orleans, ON
613-830-2747
www.rayfriel.com
Try out the tropical themed wave pool, with great features like the shallow lagoon area providing gently sloped and easy access to the pool (great for kids/parents & seniors). Kids play areas include a mushroom waterfall machine, spraying clown heads and the spurting red rock, as well as the sauna and whirlpool. Summer camps too. Free parking. Food and beverage facilities . Ask about birthday parties and summer camps.
1585 Tenth Line Road, Orleans, ON
613-830-2747
www.rayfriel.com
Rideau Hall Residence of the Governor General
The historic residence and workplace of Canada’s Governor General is buzzing with activity this summer. Come discover: A Butterfly’s World, an activity on the lives of Rideau Hall’s fluttering friends. Stop at the Visitor Centre for a Time out for art or to build an inuksuk. Come witness the pageantry, precision and colour of the Ceremonial Guard at Rideau Hall. In this much-loved ceremony, sentries, led by a piper, march to their posts at Sussex Gate and in front of the Residence.
July and August: Daily, hourly, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Grounds open from 8am to one hour sunset, all family activities are offered daily. Check website.
Please see our ad on page 21 in the 2019 edition of the Teacher's Field Trip guide: https://www.travelwithkids101.com/magazine.htmlwww.travelwithkids101.com/magazine.html (please scroll down the page)
1 Sussex Drive, Ottawa
Admission: FREE
1-866-842-ggca (4422)
www.gg.ca
The historic residence and workplace of Canada’s Governor General is buzzing with activity this summer. Come discover: A Butterfly’s World, an activity on the lives of Rideau Hall’s fluttering friends. Stop at the Visitor Centre for a Time out for art or to build an inuksuk. Come witness the pageantry, precision and colour of the Ceremonial Guard at Rideau Hall. In this much-loved ceremony, sentries, led by a piper, march to their posts at Sussex Gate and in front of the Residence.
July and August: Daily, hourly, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Grounds open from 8am to one hour sunset, all family activities are offered daily. Check website.
Please see our ad on page 21 in the 2019 edition of the Teacher's Field Trip guide: https://www.travelwithkids101.com/magazine.htmlwww.travelwithkids101.com/magazine.html (please scroll down the page)
1 Sussex Drive, Ottawa
Admission: FREE
1-866-842-ggca (4422)
www.gg.ca
Royal Canadian Mint
A UNIQUELY CANADIAN EXPERIENCE
Book a guided tour through the Royal Canadian Mint’s impressive state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Visit our Boutique which offers beautiful Canadian collector coins and great gifts!
320 SUSSEX DRIVE, OTTAWA, ON
1-800-276-7714 | 613-993-8990
MINT.CA | MONNAIE.CA
A UNIQUELY CANADIAN EXPERIENCE
Book a guided tour through the Royal Canadian Mint’s impressive state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. Visit our Boutique which offers beautiful Canadian collector coins and great gifts!
320 SUSSEX DRIVE, OTTAWA, ON
1-800-276-7714 | 613-993-8990
MINT.CA | MONNAIE.CA
Royal Canadian Mounted Police Stable
Rain or shine, this event runs nightly from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the home of the Musical Ride – the RCMP Stables at the Canadian Police College.Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the show! Admission and public parking are both free; however, donation boxes will be set up. Guided Tours are available all year-round.
North end of St. Laurent Blvd., Ottawa
Hours: Open all year-round
Admission: By Donation
613-998-8199
http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/mr-ce/sunset-crepuscule-eng.htm
Rain or shine, this event runs nightly from 7:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at the home of the Musical Ride – the RCMP Stables at the Canadian Police College.Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the show! Admission and public parking are both free; however, donation boxes will be set up. Guided Tours are available all year-round.
North end of St. Laurent Blvd., Ottawa
Hours: Open all year-round
Admission: By Donation
613-998-8199
http://www.rcmp-grc.gc.ca/mr-ce/sunset-crepuscule-eng.htm
Saunders Farm
Saunders Farm features over 30 attractions including Two Jumping Pillows, 10 Mazes, a SplashPad, Pedal carts track, Puppet shows, amazing play structures, wagon rides, adventure passport, gem mine and delicious farm fresh foods. Open Weekends in June: Saturdays and Sundays 10am-5pm. Then daily all Summer- June 27th through September 2, 2014: Tuesdays through Sundays 10am-5pm. Also open Holiday Mondays. Closed Mondays. Haunting Season Fall Festival – Weekends from September through November.
TEACHERS!! Saunders Farm provides educational tours for schools, day camps, and private groups from May – October. We invite our young guests to learn about agriculture, Canadian farming heritage, the benefits of supporting locally produced food, and how to live sustainably. Guests are also taken on a wagon ride through our 100 acre property and can explore our many activities.
7893 Bleeks Rd., Munster
613-838-5440
www.saundersfarm.com
Saunders Farm features over 30 attractions including Two Jumping Pillows, 10 Mazes, a SplashPad, Pedal carts track, Puppet shows, amazing play structures, wagon rides, adventure passport, gem mine and delicious farm fresh foods. Open Weekends in June: Saturdays and Sundays 10am-5pm. Then daily all Summer- June 27th through September 2, 2014: Tuesdays through Sundays 10am-5pm. Also open Holiday Mondays. Closed Mondays. Haunting Season Fall Festival – Weekends from September through November.
TEACHERS!! Saunders Farm provides educational tours for schools, day camps, and private groups from May – October. We invite our young guests to learn about agriculture, Canadian farming heritage, the benefits of supporting locally produced food, and how to live sustainably. Guests are also taken on a wagon ride through our 100 acre property and can explore our many activities.
7893 Bleeks Rd., Munster
613-838-5440
www.saundersfarm.com
Supreme Court of Canada
A visit to the Supreme Court of Canada gives one the opportunity to become better acquainted with Canada's highest court.
Tour guides, who are all law students, will familiarize visitors with the operation of the Canadian judicial system and will explain how legal issues of public importance are dealt with by the Supreme Court of Canada.
Location: 301 Wellington Street
Ottawa, Ontario
Telephone: 613-995-5361 or 1-866-360-1522
Fax: 613-941-5817
Email: tour-visite@scc-csc.ca
www.scc-csc.ca
A visit to the Supreme Court of Canada gives one the opportunity to become better acquainted with Canada's highest court.
Tour guides, who are all law students, will familiarize visitors with the operation of the Canadian judicial system and will explain how legal issues of public importance are dealt with by the Supreme Court of Canada.
Location: 301 Wellington Street
Ottawa, Ontario
Telephone: 613-995-5361 or 1-866-360-1522
Fax: 613-941-5817
Email: tour-visite@scc-csc.ca
www.scc-csc.ca
Vallyview Little Animal Farm
Children and adults alike will enjoy seeing a wide variety of animals and birds up close, from alpacas to zebus, goats to geese. Ride the Valleyview Express and play in our creative farm playgrounds. Explore Bill’s Old Farm Museum to learn about our agricultural past. Watch the singing chicken show and a puppet show. Children’s birthday party room is available by reservation. Have lunch or a snack in the Sunflower Cafe and browse in Robyn’s Nest Gift Shop. New babies in the spring, to pumpkin harvest in the fall. Come and spend a day in the country at Valleyview Little Animal Farm.
Location: 4750 Fallowfield Rd., Nepean (Ottawa)
Hours: Spring/Fall, 9:30 – 3 Tues- Fri; 10 – 4 Sat & Sun;
July and August: 9:30 – 4, Tues – Sun;
Closed Mondays, Open all Holiday Mondays
613-591-1126
www.ValleyviewLittleAnimalFarm.com
Children and adults alike will enjoy seeing a wide variety of animals and birds up close, from alpacas to zebus, goats to geese. Ride the Valleyview Express and play in our creative farm playgrounds. Explore Bill’s Old Farm Museum to learn about our agricultural past. Watch the singing chicken show and a puppet show. Children’s birthday party room is available by reservation. Have lunch or a snack in the Sunflower Cafe and browse in Robyn’s Nest Gift Shop. New babies in the spring, to pumpkin harvest in the fall. Come and spend a day in the country at Valleyview Little Animal Farm.
Location: 4750 Fallowfield Rd., Nepean (Ottawa)
Hours: Spring/Fall, 9:30 – 3 Tues- Fri; 10 – 4 Sat & Sun;
July and August: 9:30 – 4, Tues – Sun;
Closed Mondays, Open all Holiday Mondays
613-591-1126
www.ValleyviewLittleAnimalFarm.com
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Vanier Museopark
The Vanier Museopark is the capital region’s francophone museum in Ottawa. The museum interprets the natural history of the Richelieu forest as well as Vanier and Ottawa’s francophone history. The Vanier Museopark offers many activities in French and in English such as its guided historical tours of Vanier, its urban sugar shack as well as its many educational programs. Location: 300, des Peres Blancs avenue, 2nd Floor (Ottawa) 613-580-2424 www.museoparc.ca |
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