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▌ Overnight/Sleepaway · Ages 13–17

Doug Tarry Young Ornithologists' Workshop

Long Point Bird Observatory · $500/week

An intensive week-long workshop for young bird enthusiasts to learn ornithology and bird banding techniques.

▌ Editor's read The Doug Tarry Young Ornithologists' Workshop is an overnight program for youth aged 13-17, hosted by Birds Canada at the Long Point Bird Observatory. The program focuses on bird banding, mist-netting, and ornithological studies, providing hands-on experience. Birds Canada is a registered Canadian charity (BN/Registration Number: 11881 4987 RR0001) and has been operating since 1960. The website does not provide specific staff-to-camper ratios or explicit mention of background checks for staff. Google reviews for 'Birds Canada' generally reflect positive sentiment regarding their conservation efforts and educational programs, with an average rating of 4.7 stars from over 100 reviews, often praising their dedication and impact. The workshop is not accredited by the American Camp Association (ACA), which is typical for Canadian programs.
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Nonprofit operator501(c)(3) tax-exempt
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Who thrives here Ages 13–17

Doug Tarry Young Ornithologists' Workshop serves high-school campers, which means the program is competing against summer jobs, college visits, internships, and residential overnight options. The case for a day camp at this age is usually a CIT (counselor-in-training) track, deep specialization in overnight/sleepaway, or a portfolio item parents and kids both value. Programs that don't articulate one of those three usually lose this age band by 9th grade.

Facts & Credentials

Program type
Overnight camp
ACA accredited
Not verified
Established
Not listed
Operator
Nonprofit organization
Staff-to-camper ratio
Not listed

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Details

  • Category: Overnight/Sleepaway
  • Ages: 13–17
  • Hours: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Address: 1948 Regional Rd 59, Port Rowan, ON N0E 1M0, Canada
  • Phone: (519) 586-3531
  • Email: [email protected]
  • Cost notes: CAD. The fee covers all direct costs of the workshop (accommodation, meals, workshop travel, equipment and materials, special activities while at Long Point, and professional staff with a 2:1 Participant to Instructor ratio at all times).

Logistics

  • Lunch provided: Yes
  • Transportation: No
  • Financial aid: No
  • Setting: mixed

Frequently asked about Doug Tarry Young Ornithologists' Workshop

What ages does Doug Tarry Young Ornithologists' Workshop accept?
Doug Tarry Young Ornithologists' Workshop is open to children ages 13–17. Camps publish their own age cutoffs, and some run mixed-age groups internally; check the registration page for that summer's grouping if your child sits at a boundary.
How much does Doug Tarry Young Ornithologists' Workshop cost?
Doug Tarry Young Ornithologists' Workshop publishes $500/week for the standard session. CAD. The fee covers all direct costs of the workshop (accommodation, meals, workshop travel, equipment and materials, special activities while at Long Point, and professional staff with a 2:1 Participant to Instructor ratio at all times). Final cost depends on session length, sibling discounts, and whether extended care is added on.
What are Doug Tarry Young Ornithologists' Workshop's hours?
Doug Tarry Young Ornithologists' Workshop runs 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM. If those hours don't quite cover your work day, check whether extended care or early drop-off is offered separately.
Who runs Doug Tarry Young Ornithologists' Workshop?
Doug Tarry Young Ornithologists' Workshop is operated by a nonprofit organization. The operator type matters for tuition policy (refunds, financial aid eligibility) and for what kind of staff training pipeline the camp uses.
Does Doug Tarry Young Ornithologists' Workshop provide lunch?
Yes — Doug Tarry Young Ornithologists' Workshop includes lunch in the program. Confirm whether it's a hot lunch, cold lunch, or a snack-plus-bring-your-own setup, and ask about allergy accommodations if relevant.

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