The Bondar Challenge

Attention Parents! Does your kid enjoy photography? Do they enjoy nature? Are they eager to exercise their skills while learning in a fun and positive environment? We have the perfect opportunity for you!

The Riverview Park & Zoo (RPZ) and Otonabee Conservation are pleased to announce that we have teamed up to bring you The Bondar Challenge Summer Camp. 

Registration for The Bondar Challenge Summer Camp Program is now opens April 30.

Two-day camp sessions offered in July and August. Please note, session are in-person at the zoo. Our classroom will be our outdoor picnic area at shelter #1:

• July 14 - 15, 2022

• August 18 - 19,  2022

The Bondar Challenge, developed by The Roberta Bondar Foundation, teaches youth about their natural environment through the art of photography. Over the course of twelve days, participants will learn a variety of photography techniques, ranging from basic to advanced.

Participants will then have the opportunity to apply these skills as they explore the scenic environments.

A series of challenges encourages participants to spend time outside capturing the beauty of flora and fauna in our local environment. At the end of this program, participants will choose their best photograph for submission to The Roberta Bondar Foundation. A panel of judges will evaluate photographs submitted by youth from across Canada, to select winning photographs for the summer of 2022. Winners will have their photograph featured on The Roberta Bondar Foundation’s website and will be awarded a variety of prizes.

Sign up for just one of the camps or both, as fresh new challenges and guest speakers will keep interest of the young photographers and allow them to hone their skills!

For more information email connect@riverviewparkandzoo.ca or call us at 705-748-9301 ex: 2304, available 9 am-4 PM Monday to Friday.