SCHOOL FIELD TRIPS & PARK USE

It is important for the CVRD to be aware of school group activities and visits to our parks and trails in order to protect sensitive ecosystems and to ensure the capacity of park facilities meet the requirements of the group. In CVRD parks that have caretakers (Bright Angel Park and Glenora Trails Head Park), sufficient notice must be given to allow for the preparation of the park facilities. 

HOW TO REQUEST A SCHOOL FIELD TRIP

All school groups planning a field trip to a CVRD park or trail must receive prior written approval from the CVRD. Please review the information below to determine what type of request to submit:

Request with a Picnic Shelter Reservation

• submit your request, along with payment, for a picnic shelter reservation here;
• if approved, a confirmation email along with a rental contract will be provided by CVRD staff.

Request without a Picnic Shelter Reservation

• submit a Volunteer Activity & School Field Trip Request Form to the CVRD Parks & Trails Division;
• if approved, a school field trip permit will be provided by CVRD Staff.

HOW TO REQUEST A VOLUNTEER ACTIVITY

All school groups planning a volunteer activity in a CVRD park or trail must receive prior written approval from the CVRD.

• submit a Volunteer Activity & School Field Trip Request Form to the CVRD Parks & Trails Division;
• once received, CVRD staff will be in contact to arrange a volunteer activity. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

It is recommended that school groups submit their application no less than 30 days before the proposed field trip. School group field trip requests may be denied if: 

• there are already other bookings for the park on the same date / time;
• the park visitor capacity will be exceeded by the proposed field trip; or 
• insufficient notice is given.

INSURANCE

School groups must provide proof of comprehensive general liability insurance protecting the Cowichan Valley Regional District against liability for bodily injury, death or property damage arising out of the visit.