Level: Preschool, 1st cycle of elementary school 

Duration: Half day (2 h) or full day (4.5 h)

Departure point: Beaver Lake Pavilion, 2000 Remembrance Road Montreal, Quebec H3H1X2

Through the eyes of a photographer and equipped with a cardboard camera, students explore Mount Royal by "taking pictures" of what they find interesting. Wearing our scientist's glasses, we will learn to differentiate between the main characteristics of spring and the ways in which nature adapts to this season. On this walk, students will unlock the secrets of the mountains. Contact with trees, animals and other elements of the natural environment will be encouraged through games and sensory activities.

Pedalogical Skills: This walk allows students to explore the world of science in a fun way while using their creative thinking and reflecting on the environment around them.

Students will have the chance to identify animal tracks, learn about camouflage and types of birds, as well as distinguish between the different lifestyles of certain animals. All these elements are introduced and addressed through educational games and sensory activities.

Level: Elementary Cycles 2 and 3

Duration: Half day (2 h) or full day (4.5 h)

Departure point: Beaver Lake Pavilion, 2000 ch. Remembrance Montreal, Quebec H3H 1X2

In teams, students will have to take on challenges that require observation, listening, memory and cooperation. Their participation in the various challenges will allow them to win keys in order to find one that will open the Fort-Royal rally mystery chest. The proposed challenges combine educational content with interactive and dynamic games that allow for a fun dive into the history, geology and biodiversity of Mount Royal. It is possible to go deeper into certain themes.

Pedagogical skills: This hike allows students to develop their skills in certain areas, including languages, science and technology, and the social universe. In addition, by working as a team, they will exercise certain cross-curricular skills such as cooperation, communication, critical judgment and problem solving.

Level: 3rd cycle of elementary and secondary 

Duration: Half day (2 h) or full day (4.5 h)

Departure point: Smith House, 1260 Remembrance Road Montreal, Quebec H3H 1A2

The other story is that of the aboriginal presence on the mountain. An activity that provokes a critical look at yesterday's society in order to better understand today's society. Taking turns as historians, geologists, archaeologists and artists, students will discover the historical importance of Mount Royal from the first occupants of the territory to today through a series of fun and educational activities. During the hike to the top of Mount Royal, they will look for clues evoking important moments in Montreal's history.

Pedagogical skills: During this hike, students will develop their power of action as well as their skills in certain areas such as language, personal development, science and technology, and the social universe. They will also practice cross-curricular skills such as cooperation, communication, critical thinking and problem solving.

Level: Secondary (high school)

Duration: Half day (2 h) or full day (4.5 h) 

Departure point: Smith House, 1260 Remembrance Road Montreal, Quebec H3H 1A2

As a team, students will have to complete a series of challenges on various aspects of Mount Royal. Using their cooperative spirit as well as their sense of observation and analysis, students will explore Mount Royal as a team, looking for clues and challenges. They will be led to glimpse the major issues related to the conservation of the mountain's biodiversity and will visit the emblematic sites of Mount Royal Park.

Pedagogical skills: During this hike, students will develop their power of action as well as their skills in certain areas such as language, personal development, science and technology and the social universe. Also, by working as a team, they will exercise certain cross-curricular skills such as cooperation, communication, critical judgment and problem solving.

Level: Secondary 

Duration: Half day (2 hours)

Departure: Smith House, 1260 Remembrance Road Montreal, Quebec H3H 1A2

During a hike passing by emblematic places on the mountain, students will discover the multiple facets of Mount Royal: its history, its biodiversity and its striking views. Landscape reading, discovery of the mountain's importance in history and tree identification are among the activities on the program.

Pedagogical skills: During this hike, students will be encouraged to develop their power of action in addition to developing their skills in certain areas, including language, personal development, science and technology, and the social universe. During the various discussions led by the educator, they will practice certain cross-curricular skills such as cooperation, communication, critical judgment and problem solving.

Ages : 8 to 12 years old 

Length : 1 hours

Cost : $150 per group

Explore Mount Royal without ever leaving your classroom!

Accompanied by one on-screen lab guide and another field guide who will be out in the forest on Mount Royal, the students will track a mysterious animal that has been moving around on the mountain. Together, they’ll have to make informed choices and conduct tests so that they can gather enough clues to identify the elusive beast. During the session, the students will also learn how animals adapt to their environment.

For more information or to register your class for the activity, contact scolaire@lemontroyal.qc.ca.

This activity is offered in french only.

Smith House 1260, chemin Remembrance Montréal (Québec)  H3H 1A2

Mount Royal Park provides plenty of fun things for children to do at their own pace, from skating and tobogganing in the winter to picnicking and chasing butterflies in the glades in the warmer months.

Les réservations sont obligatoires pour les groupes en visite libre. Contactez reservations@lemontroyal.qc.ca pour réserver votre date.

As an NPO dedicated to the protection of Mount Royal, our mission lies in spreading the word about the importance of caring for its environment. Nowhere is this message more important than in the classroom, where innovative green projects teach students about natural habitats and sustainability. Built on years of environmental and educational expertise, our class projects score high marks with teachers wanting to reconnect their students with nature.

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