Winter Camp
Christmas at Sea

Set sail on a winter adventure and discover how sailors prepare, navigate, build, and work together on long ocean journeys.

Location: Vancouver Maritime Museum

Date: December 24

Age: 3-6, 7-12

Price: 268 CAD

Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

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About the program

Children become sailors preparing for a winter voyage.

Through museum exploration, storytelling, navigation activities, and hands-on building, campers discover what people need for long journeys at sea, how crews work together, and how ships stay safe in challenging environments.

For Ages 3–6:

Learn Through Stories, Play & Exploration

Younger children explore life aboard a ship through imaginative play, simple crew jobs, packing activities, and storytelling. They’ll experiment with floating and build a small boat while discovering what sailors need for a safe journey.

They’ll practice:
Observation • Imagination • Communication • Cooperation • Creativity

For Ages 7–12:

Turn Imagination Into Your Own Story

Older children investigate how explorers prepared for long maritime journeys, from food and equipment to navigation and crew roles. They’ll explore buoyancy, practise simple navigation challenges, and develop their own winter expedition plan.

They’ll practice:
Creative Thinking • Storytelling • Teamwork • Communication • Problem-Solving

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Camp Details

Program: Christmas at Sea
Age: 3–6 years old and 7 - 12 years old
Location: Vancouver Maritime Museum
Learning Style: Small-group, hands-on and guided exploration

Date: December 24
Time: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Price: CAD $268 / Day
Optional Lunch: CAD $20 / Day

What Children Will Experience:

🌱 Winter Bud Discovery

🐝 Pollinator Connections

❄️ Plant Protection

🔍 Nature Exploration

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If you prefer, just call us at (672) 515-7893.

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