Outdoor Recreation Programs

Richmond Hill has new outdoor programs for individuals, families and groups including:

• Schools
• Daycares
• Boy Scouts
• Girls Guides
• Community groups

Outdoor Recreation Programs

Our programs offer hands-on experience in the environment. Participants learn about the world that surrounds us, take risks, try new things and gain self-esteem. Guided hikes are also great for physical fitness. Our staff will lead you through one of Richmond Hill's many parks with streams, ponds, fields and forests.

All staff members are trained, First Aid certified and knowledgeable about the environment. Our staff is also very passionate about teaching others about nature.

For more information, email our Outdoor Recreation and Challenge Course Coordinator. 

Groups

We welcome groups of all sizes. Group leaders and adult volunteers are needed to ensure that there's at least one adult for every 12 children participating in a program. A minimum of 15 paid participants is required for every program. Adult leaders and volunteers attend our programs for free. Be sure to pack a lunch and snacks.

Submit your Outdoor Recreation and Challenge Course Booking Request using this online request form.

Locations

Our outdoor recreation programs usually run in four different parks within the community including:

Eyer Homestead Park
1045 Elgin Mills Road East
Richmond Hill, ON L4S 1M7

Phyllis Rawlinson Park
11715 Leslie Street
Richmond Hill, ON L4E 3R7

Weather

Richmond Hill's outdoor recreation programs are run outside in rain, snow or shine. Dress for the weather.

In the colder months you should wear:

• Layers of clothing
• A warm waterproof jacket
• A hat
• Mitts
• Closed-toe shoes, rubber boots or winter boots

In the summertime you should come prepared with the following:

• Bug repellent
• Sunscreen
• A baseball cap
• A water bottle

Tell us what you think

Complete a Program Evaluation form to tell us about your experiences with our programs and services. This helps the Community Services department provide high-quality recreational activities, services and facilities.