Empowering Youth

Through the Outdoors

Through playful and skill-building activities, kids and teens discover the joy of being active outdoors, learning new skills, and building confidence along the way.

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SILA programs


Activities supports youth empowerment, outdoor awareness, and competency while at the same time encouraging team and self reliance. Each Sila experience will offer youth the opportunity to develop motivation in the outdoor environment thereby building self esteem.

Activities

  • Botany/Plant identification

  • Fire building/Knot tying

  • Environmental awareness

  • Cross country skiing

  • Storytelling/Songs

  • Outdoor Gear preparation

  • Hiking

  • Snow sailing

Social services


Through outdoor activities, Benoit supports youth facing challenges by helping them build confidence, resilience, and a sense of belonging. By playing outside, learning new skills, and connecting with nature, they gain valuable experiences that foster personal growth and well-being.

Ressources

Useful Documents for Teachers

  • After each outing, teachers are invited to complete this short evaluation form. Click here to get started.

  • A detailed plan to ensure safety during outdoor activities. See here.

  • Download the document here.

  • Download the document here.