For over 40 years of operation, Outlook has provided summer and winter camping experiences to youth experiencing social, economic and psychological barriers free of charge through the generosity of volunteer staff, private donors, and fundraising drives. Nine to fifteen day canoe trips in Algonquin Park are conducted in the summer, involving a total of 120-140 campers each year. Volunteer staff members take groups of four to six youths on routes that can inspire an appreciation of the outdoors and a sense of accomplishment in learning camping and social skills. In fall and winter, Outlook conducts weekend trips as an additional camping experiences which include hiking, snowshoeing and shelter building.
