Glenbow Ranch Park Foundation hosted outdoor summer day camps at Glenbow Ranch Provincial Park, 255001 Glenbow Road, Rocky View County, Alberta, near Cochrane. These are historical 2026 programme details; 2027 camp dates are not confirmed here. Programmes ran 9am–4pm, with free early drop-off and late pickup from 8:30am–4:30pm. The current camp FAQ allows a child who reaches a programme’s minimum age at any point during the calendar year, including a birthday later that year.
Mystery of Archaeology, ages 6–8, ran July 6–10, July 27–31 and August 17–21, 2026. Campers explored simulated digs, artifacts, Indigenous stories, a real bison skeleton, hikes, crafts and golf-cart tours. Wild About Wetlands, ages 6–8, ran June 29–July 3, July 20–24 and August 10–14, with pond creatures, grassland habitats, water conservation, games and crafts.
Navigating Through Nature, ages 9–13, ran June 29–July 3, July 20–24 and August 10–14, 2026, using GPS handsets, map reading, geocaching, hikes and habitat exploration. Bike Glenbow, ages 9–13, ran July 6–10, July 27–31 and August 17–21. Bike campers need riding experience and the ability to cover up to 10 kilometres a day, and must bring a well-maintained geared bicycle, helmet and water bottle.
Outdoor Leadership, ages 13–17, ran August 10–14, 2026, with conservation work, habitat management, planning nature activities, safe navigation, trail finding, rope bridges and supporting younger campers. The FAQ identifies Bike Glenbow as the only programme requiring prior experience. Consult the official camp website for current availability, registration requirements and future seasons.
Nature’s Stage offered separate age groups in 2026: ages 6–8 on July 6–10 and July 13–17, and ages 9–13 on July 13–17 and August 4–7. Both programmes combined art and crafts inspired by the park’s nature and history with nature walks, Bow River picnics, group games and a golf-cart adventure.
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