Trailside Art Camp August 10th - 14th

Trailside Art Camp is an outdoor based art camp where students explore creativity through both art making and movement. Each day blends time spent hiking and exploring local trails with hands-on art projects inspired by nature and place. Students will experiment with a variety of art forms, including drawing, abstract painting, mixed media, collage, ceramics, mask making, nature journaling, book binding, printmaking, and fibre arts. Through guided activities, students are encouraged to observe their surroundings, try new materials, and express their ideas in a relaxed and supportive environment. Trailside Art Camp supports creativity, curiosity, and a meaningful connection to the outdoors while fostering confidence and a love of making.

Instructor: Carla O'Bee - you can find out more about me here

Ages: 7 - 12

Date: August 10th - 14th, 2026

Time: 9:00 - 3:00 (8:45 drop off)

Location: In our outdoor backyard art studio and local Ridgedale Ave hiking trails. 

117 Adams Crescent, Penticton BC

All supplies included

Forms and waivers will be emailed in June

If camp is SOLD OUT please email hello@carlaobee.com to be put on the waitlist

What to Expect:

Daily outdoor adventures, including gentle hikes, trail exploration, nature art installations and games

Hands on art making inspired by nature, place, and curiosity

Experimenting with lots of materials like paint, clay, paper, fabric, and found natural objects

Time for nature journaling, sketching, and quiet observation outdoors

Creative projects such as drawing, painting, collage, ceramics, mask making, printmaking, book binding, and fibre arts

Movement breaks and time to explore, wander, and notice the world around us

A relaxed, supportive environment where trying new things is encouraged

Space for imagination, personal expression, and creative confidence to grow

Messy hands, fresh air, and lots of making

WHAT TO BRING

A small backpack to carry personal items

Comfortable shoes for hiking and exploring (closed toe please)

Clothes that can get messy (art friendly outfits are encouraged)

Hat and weather appropriate layers

Sunscreen (applied before arrival if possible)

A refillable water bottle

A lunch and snack

A bathing suit for sprinkler cool offs

A sense of curiosity and willingness to try new things

CANCELLATION POLICY

We understand that plans can change!

Cancellations made more than three weeks before camp starts will receive a full refund, minus a $40 administrative fee.

Cancellations made within three weeks of the start date will receive a refund minus the $40 administrative fee.

Cancellations made within one week of the start of camp are non-refundable.