At Wilderness Tours, cadets do more than just participate in outdoor activities — they learn to lead, adapt, communicate, and grow.
We would be honored to welcome your corps or squadron to the river.
Few activities build teamwork, communication, and small-unit leadership more effectively than whitewater rafting.
Cadets quickly discover that success on the river depends on trust, clear communication, accountability, and working together under pressure — the same core leadership qualities emphasized throughout the Canadian Cadet Program.
Our specially trained guides create opportunities for every cadet to step into leadership roles, make decisions, support teammates, and learn how effective teams operate in dynamic environments. These experiences reinforce:
Every cadet participates. Every cadet leads.
Our water-based programs align closely with the outdoor expedition and adventure training objectives found within the Cadet Program.
Cadets develop practical outdoor competencies while building confidence, discipline, and situational awareness in a supervised and safety-focused environment.
Training opportunities include:
These experiences help cadets strengthen adaptability, leadership, and self-reliance while promoting safe challenge-based learning.
Wilderness Tours provides immersive outdoor learning experiences that support cadet interests in expedition, survival, and fieldcraft training.
Our land-based programs encourage cadets to develop practical outdoor knowledge while promoting confidence, responsibility, environmental awareness, and teamwork.
Activities may include:
These hands-on experiences challenge cadets in a safe environment while reinforcing resilience, initiative, and leadership.
Physical fitness and personal wellness are foundational elements of the Canadian Cadet Program — and adventure training is one of the most engaging ways to build both.
Our programs encourage cadets to push themselves physically and mentally while developing perseverance, confidence, and healthy active-living habits.
Fitness-focused activities include:
Orienteering remains one of the most valuable cadet-style training activities because it develops stamina, navigation skills, problem-solving ability, and confidence under pressure. As Joe often says, map and compass training was a major part of his own military development.
Most importantly, cadets leave with a sense of accomplishment, stronger peer connections, and increased confidence in their ability to meet challenges head-on.
For over 20 years, Algonquin College has trusted Wilderness Tours as their exclusive partner to deliver their Outdoor Adventure diploma program. After an extensive search, Wilderness Tours was chosen for our exceptional outdoor campus, state-of-the-art facilities, and our ability to provide a diverse range of educational experiences suitable for all ages—from college students to elementary school groups.
Our award-winning outdoor adventure programs have made us a leader in experiential education. Wilderness Tours offers a one-of-a-kind learning environment on the banks of the Ottawa River, where students can gain hands-on experience in whitewater rafting, kayaking, swiftwater rescue, and more. The combination of our specialized curriculum and natural setting ensures that students not only meet but exceed the learning outcomes required by Algonquin College.
Our programs are designed with versatility in mind, offering tailored experiences that match the unique needs of each group. From corporate retreats to high school and college students, we provide an immersive, engaging, and safe environment for all.
With decades of experience, Wilderness Tours is equipped to deliver high-quality outdoor education programs that align with industry standards and academic requirements. Whether you are seeking hands-on adventure training, team-building exercises, or outdoor survival skills, we offer customized solutions that ensure measurable educational outcomes.
If you’re interested in learning more about our educational programs or how Wilderness Tours partners with Algonquin College for outdoor adventure courses, feel free to explore our FAQ section or contact us at marketing@wildernesstours.com. We’re here to answer your questions and help you plan your next outdoor educational adventure!
