William A. Switzer Provincial Park

Alberta Parks

Backcountry Survival

The backountry is wild and wonderful - but what should you do it you have a wilderness emergency? Students will learning lifesaving skills for backcountry survival in this fun and exciting nature program. 

Grade(s): 5-6
Curriculum: Physical Education
Safe and Enjoyable Environments
Basic Needs for Survival
Health
Themes: Adventurous Phsycial Activities
Risk Assessment and Identifying Hazards
Safety of Self and Others
Teamwork and Collaboration
Type: Field Study
Duration: 2 Hours
Max. Group Size: 30
Fees: $85
Availability: May-June
Updated: Feb 12, 2026