​The Bancroft Leadership Centre

Archery

A time honored sport dating back to Medieval times and beyond, students are given the opportunity to learn about Archery across the ages and experience the thrill of string, knocking and firing at various targets in the archery range.

Arts & Crafts

An opportunity to explore their creative side, students are presented with options to make one of 6 crafts. From weaving to wind chimes, this program is a great way to focus on individual success as kids move at their own pace.

Canoeing

Sometimes thrill seeking is over rated. This program brings kids back to the roots of transportation across the water. With our main focus on simply getting into the boat and experimenting, this program presents students with the basic skills and knowledge to effectively navigate their boat.

Discovery

At Discovery students have an opportunity to learn about the world around them. Taking place in our diverse ecosystem, they will examine the landscapes of our site, investigating tree species, animal life in the area and the environment.

Dramatic Arts

Through their participation in various different activities and challenges, students will have the opportunity to participate in dramatic games, improvisation and performance.

Drumming

Through the use of listening, communication and teamwork, students are challenged to engage with each other in the creation of sound through use of Djembe drums and a wide range of percussion instruments.  

GeoCaching

Located not too far from Wilberforce, Canada’s GeoCach Capital, this program teaches kids about orienteering by use of GPS. Modern meets traditional in this program. Students will travel throughout the property discovering the various caches hidden around. With a focus on coordinates and routing, GeoCaching is a relevant instructional program in modern times.  (BLC also offers traditional Orienteering)

Glass Etching

Unique to our facility, glass etching is a specialized craft available to our older students. This program takes place in our Etching studio where , with the support of skilled staff members, students will create there very own frosted glass pain.

Kayaking

Be the skipper of your very own boat. Kayaking is one of the most popular water based programs offered. Here, students have the opportunity to learn paddle techniques, and experience life on the water. They will engage in balancing techniques and challenges. and will be given the opportunity to explore essential skills such as how to complete a wet exit from their kayak.

Leadership

This program focusses on the ideas behind great leadership. Students will discuss what makes a good leader and examine various leadership styles. They will have the opportunity to evaluate styles, work with each other to determine what kind of leader they are and experience leadership first hand through activity work.

Magic of Maple

Making use of one of our greatest assets, this program offers a hands on instruction to students about maple syrup, its role in canadian history and  how to make maple this sweet gold. Kids will not only have the opportunity to boil it but they will also get the chance to taste it!

Outdoor Survival Skills (OSS)

This interactive program focusses on teaching students the basics of surviving in the wilderness. Shelter Building, fire making and cooking are just three possible focusing to this program. OSS can be offered for multiple periods for groups with a keen interest in this area.

Ropes & Initiatives

Through the use of our ropes course, students are challenged to accomplish elements that require the use of teamwork for success. All students are engaged in the participation and supervision of elements as they play roles in the spotting & safety of their peers.

SailBoarding

Test your balance and have fun in the water. Sailboarding more fun then it is skill...a real winner among the kids.

Sportif

A popular pastime for everyone, Sportif is a land based program that focusses on cooperation, team play and friendly competition. Through non traditional sporting challenges, students are active, energized and engaged.

Team Building

Designed to develop positive group dynamics, this program is perfect for teams and classes who struggle to get along. Through the development of goal setting, cooperation, problem solving and constructive communication, effective team dynamic’s are born. This program can be offered for multiple periods for groups with a keen focus in this area.