2026 Protecting Our Lands Camp Applications Open!

Applications Now Open – Protecting Our Lands Camp 2026

Northern Youth Leadership is excited to share that applications are now open for the Protecting Our Lands Camp, a land-based canoe journey taking place this spring in partnership with Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ First Nation.

This program is open to students from Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ Regional School who are interested in joining a meaningful on-the-land experience along the Deh Cho (Mackenzie River).

Program Dates: May 29 – June 7(Please note: we have a contingency plan in place in the event of a late spring or changing ice/river conditions.)

The Journey

Students will paddle from Deh Gáh Got’îe to Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́, with a stop in Tthets’éhk’edélı̨ along the way.

Throughout the trip, youth will:

• Learn canoeing, camping, and wilderness skills

• Spend time on the land in a guided canoe journey

• Engage with Elders and knowledge holders

• Take part in monitoring activities with the AAROM Guardians

• Learn about the history, stories, and significance of the places they travel through

• Contribute to a film project capturing the journey, voices, and learning from camp

  
  

Applications

Who can apply:

Youth enrolled in Łı́ı́dlı̨ı̨ Kų́ę́ Regional High School ages 11-19

Students can apply by completing the application and submitting it through their school/teacher.

We will review applications May 1, 2026, a follow-up email will be sent with medical forms, due May 15, along with a welcome package, packing list, and gear information to help students prepare.

If you have any questions or need support with the application, please reach out to coordinator@northernyouth.ca.