We are so excited to announce the first-annual Water Docs 'Outdoor Adventures' Draw!
Phew, what a year and a half it's been, right? Well, the warm weather is finally here and it's time to get our butts outdoors and we want to help you do it right! Whether you're an environmentalist, weekend warrior, or simply love the tranquility of nature, there's a prize in this draw just for you.
But if we're being honest, the prizes are really just a bonus, because when you enter the draw you are directly helping us, a 23-year registered environmental and arts charity. If you want to learn how you are helping, keep reading through our campaign below. But, if you just came for the prizes (and that's totally okay) then good luck in the draw and enjoy your summer!
Water Docs is at a pivotal moment.
Like most non-profits, the pandemic has hit us quite hard and we are experiencing massive setbacks from some of our main sources of funding. However, we see a unique opportunity for environmental protection to take centre stage as we move past the pandemic. So, despite those setbacks, we are now choosing to make an even bigger splash by launching our first annual Water Docs 'Outdoor Adventures' Draw in support of Water Docs.
We work in tandem with
Learning For a Sustainable
Future and the Ontario
grade 7 and 8 curriculum to deliver 8-month-long teachings
about water and climate issues in our country and around the
world. These teachings culminate in students crafting
documentaries about what they have learned. Check out last year's
student docs here:
YouTube.
Your support can help us reach the next Autumn Peltier or
Greta Thunberg.
This
fall we will present our 10th Anniversary Water Docs Film Festival.
This amounts to dozens of world-class environmental documentaries and
films being shown resulting in countless moments of awe and
inspiration sparked amongst our audiences. Check out the trailer from
last year's fest here: YouTube.
Your support will help us achieve our goal of doing
something big to celebrate our 10th Anniversary festival,
something bigger than just us.
Everyone deserves to be moved and feel inspired by our films.
Our community screening program lets individuals in even the most
remote corners of our province and beyond inspire their friends and
family by hosting screenings of their own in places like libraries,
community centres, and church halls. There's no limit to the places
where these screenings can occur.
We have facilitated screenings in places like Owen Sound,
Chatham, and Kelowna, BC.
Where will your support take us next?
Not convinced? Here is exactly what your support will do.
If you were moved at all while reading through this campaign, perhaps an emotional connection with the children, a passion for documentary films or the environment, or simply excitement about the possibility of winning one of our prizes, then chances are someone else will too.
Keep an eye on our social media channels and updates page of this campaign for details surrounding the official draw date.
Why not take this moment to share this draw with your outdoor adventure lovin' friends and family. Surely you'd want to enjoy these prizes with them?
If you made it this far, lucky you! Please enjoy more photos of our prizes below.
Perks
Adventure, relaxation, or 'glamping' is your middle name. Step into nature on the northern edge of Algonquin Park and stay in The Buffalo Suite, the only off-grid, two-story yurt in Canada. This perk lets you and up to five others spend the weekend of September 4-6 in the perfect mix of relaxation and outdoor adventure. Retail value $1000.00 Thank you The Buffalo Farm for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read More" to see more pictures of The Buffalo Farm on their Instagram page. Or visit their website: https://thebuffalofarm.ca/
Awaken your inner explorer and discover the real Ontario! Enjoy this $300.00 gift card to use for any of the following small-group day trips offered by Toronto Eco Adventures. - Killarney & French River - Pinery Provincial Park & Hike Day - Summertime Bruce Peninsula Road Trip - Algonquin Park Hiking & Swimming Adventure - Bon Echo Canoeing & Swimming Adventure - Restoule & Arrowhead Summer Adventure - Muskoka Ultimate Adventure You can also choose a private (local to Toronto) canoeing lesson/trip for two people if you prefer. Our mission is to facilitate connections for people - we’ve designed road trips that are a convenient, fun, and safe way to get to know Ontario better, meet new people and hike in some of the most beautiful natural areas of the province… no car necessary! Our trips have a relaxed, road-trip feeling. Thank you Toronto Eco Adventures for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to visit their website.
Now entering the splash zone! You and a friend will enjoy either a 1-Day medium intensity - Adventure Rafting trip, or a low intensity – Soft Adventure Rafting Trip down the Ottawa River! Each trip includes... A full day of Whitewater Rafting A BBQ meal on the return Pontoon Boat Cruise Full use of OWL’s Resort facilities This prize is for use mid-week (Sun-Fri), excluding Saturdays and is valid only during the 2021 season (June 12 - September 19, 2021). Thank you Owl Rafting for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to visit their website.
Be ready for your next adventure with this gear from the legendary outdoor retailer, Patagonia. Prize package includes... Alpine Icon Funfarer Cap - $45 Fitz Roy Horizons Trucker Cap - $45 Black Hole Cube - Medium - $49 Ultralight Black Hole Hip Pack - $35 Black Hole Duffel 55L - $169 Planning Roll Top Pack 35L - $159 At Patagonia, we appreciate that all life on earth is under threat of extinction. We aim to use the resources we have—our business, our investments, our voice and our imaginations—to do something about it. Thank you to Patagonia Toronto for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to read Patagonia's mission statement.
Words don't do your adventures justice? Turn them into videos. Do you or someone you know own an outdoors/adventure business, or are a rad outdoors athlete that needs social media content, or perhaps you're in the Environmental NGO space and need videos? This perk provides you with a 50% discount (up to $1000.00 in total savings) on all professional video production services offered by NO SALT Productions, a video production company that specializes in outdoor, adventure, and non-profit content. If you have questions about this perk, feel free to email NO SALT: hey@nosalt.ca. Retail value (up to) $2000.00 Click "Read More" to check out NO SALT's work.
Beginner adventurer? No problem. Choose from either a 6-hour instructional trip in your choice of watercraft for 2 people OR a 6-hour instructional trip in your choice of watercraft for a family of up to 4 people (must be related) for any Sunday in September (including Labour Day Weekend). Thank you Grand Experiences for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to visit their website.
Stay a while! Enjoy a weekend whitewater rafting adventure, cabin stay, and meals for two on the Ottawa River through an island-and-whitewater paradise known as the Rocher Fendu. Thank you Wilderness Tours for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to visit their website.
Calling all animal-loving adventurers! Spend a half-day with a friend doing what most adventurers dream of; dog sledding on the northern edge of Algonquin park with some of the most beautiful pups you've ever seen. The Half Day Tour begins with an introduction to the dogs, and a detailed tutorial session. You will be taught the basic rules to follow as well as some key techniques to safely drive a dogteam. After the instruction you head out on the trails for up to two hours of fun! Thank you Sugardogs Adventure Co. for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to meet their pups!!
From the backyard to the backcountry. (Two packages available to win). Grab a friend or your significant other and enjoy the great outdoors in luxury with this prize package that features a two person tent + two sleeping pads + two sleeping bags. Thank you Toronto Outdoor for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to visit their website.
Is the whole family adventurous? In this second camping gear package from Toronto Outdoor you will win a four person tent + four sleeping pads + four sleeping bags. Thank you Toronto Outdoor for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to visit their website.
Bring the outdoors into your home. This beautiful original work from well-known Algonquin artist, Frank Polson, who paints in the Woodland tradition, is sure to brighten up any room. Unnamed works, 38” x 30”, acrylic on paper. Professionally framed. Retail value approx. $1000.00 Thank you to our lovely supporter for the prize donation. To learn more about the artist, click "Read More".
Another one for all you art lovers. Russell, an artist and Canadian Indian First Nation Ojibway from Magnetawan, has created paintings for many charities and organizations throughout Canada and United States. Russell continues to be recognized for his artistic talents by being featured on various book covers, magazines and commissioned for many awards projects. Painting is a 24" x 30" original oil on canvas and painted on the edges. Thank you to our lovely supporter for the prize donation. Click "Read more" to learn about the artist.
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Adventure, relaxation, or 'glamping' is your middle name. Step into nature on the northern edge of Algonquin Park and stay in The Buffalo Suite, the only off-grid, two-story yurt in Canada. This perk lets you and up to five others spend the weekend of September 4-6 in the perfect mix of relaxation and outdoor adventure. Retail value $1000.00 Thank you The Buffalo Farm for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read More" to see more pictures of The Buffalo Farm on their Instagram page. Or visit their website: https://thebuffalofarm.ca/
Awaken your inner explorer and discover the real Ontario! Enjoy this $300.00 gift card to use for any of the following small-group day trips offered by Toronto Eco Adventures. - Killarney & French River - Pinery Provincial Park & Hike Day - Summertime Bruce Peninsula Road Trip - Algonquin Park Hiking & Swimming Adventure - Bon Echo Canoeing & Swimming Adventure - Restoule & Arrowhead Summer Adventure - Muskoka Ultimate Adventure You can also choose a private (local to Toronto) canoeing lesson/trip for two people if you prefer. Our mission is to facilitate connections for people - we’ve designed road trips that are a convenient, fun, and safe way to get to know Ontario better, meet new people and hike in some of the most beautiful natural areas of the province… no car necessary! Our trips have a relaxed, road-trip feeling. Thank you Toronto Eco Adventures for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to visit their website.
Now entering the splash zone! You and a friend will enjoy either a 1-Day medium intensity - Adventure Rafting trip, or a low intensity – Soft Adventure Rafting Trip down the Ottawa River! Each trip includes... A full day of Whitewater Rafting A BBQ meal on the return Pontoon Boat Cruise Full use of OWL’s Resort facilities This prize is for use mid-week (Sun-Fri), excluding Saturdays and is valid only during the 2021 season (June 12 - September 19, 2021). Thank you Owl Rafting for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to visit their website.
Be ready for your next adventure with this gear from the legendary outdoor retailer, Patagonia. Prize package includes... Alpine Icon Funfarer Cap - $45 Fitz Roy Horizons Trucker Cap - $45 Black Hole Cube - Medium - $49 Ultralight Black Hole Hip Pack - $35 Black Hole Duffel 55L - $169 Planning Roll Top Pack 35L - $159 At Patagonia, we appreciate that all life on earth is under threat of extinction. We aim to use the resources we have—our business, our investments, our voice and our imaginations—to do something about it. Thank you to Patagonia Toronto for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to read Patagonia's mission statement.
Words don't do your adventures justice? Turn them into videos. Do you or someone you know own an outdoors/adventure business, or are a rad outdoors athlete that needs social media content, or perhaps you're in the Environmental NGO space and need videos? This perk provides you with a 50% discount (up to $1000.00 in total savings) on all professional video production services offered by NO SALT Productions, a video production company that specializes in outdoor, adventure, and non-profit content. If you have questions about this perk, feel free to email NO SALT: hey@nosalt.ca. Retail value (up to) $2000.00 Click "Read More" to check out NO SALT's work.
Beginner adventurer? No problem. Choose from either a 6-hour instructional trip in your choice of watercraft for 2 people OR a 6-hour instructional trip in your choice of watercraft for a family of up to 4 people (must be related) for any Sunday in September (including Labour Day Weekend). Thank you Grand Experiences for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to visit their website.
Stay a while! Enjoy a weekend whitewater rafting adventure, cabin stay, and meals for two on the Ottawa River through an island-and-whitewater paradise known as the Rocher Fendu. Thank you Wilderness Tours for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to visit their website.
Calling all animal-loving adventurers! Spend a half-day with a friend doing what most adventurers dream of; dog sledding on the northern edge of Algonquin park with some of the most beautiful pups you've ever seen. The Half Day Tour begins with an introduction to the dogs, and a detailed tutorial session. You will be taught the basic rules to follow as well as some key techniques to safely drive a dogteam. After the instruction you head out on the trails for up to two hours of fun! Thank you Sugardogs Adventure Co. for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to meet their pups!!
From the backyard to the backcountry. (Two packages available to win). Grab a friend or your significant other and enjoy the great outdoors in luxury with this prize package that features a two person tent + two sleeping pads + two sleeping bags. Thank you Toronto Outdoor for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to visit their website.
Is the whole family adventurous? In this second camping gear package from Toronto Outdoor you will win a four person tent + four sleeping pads + four sleeping bags. Thank you Toronto Outdoor for your prize donation to our Outdoor Adventures Draw. Click "Read more" to visit their website.
Bring the outdoors into your home. This beautiful original work from well-known Algonquin artist, Frank Polson, who paints in the Woodland tradition, is sure to brighten up any room. Unnamed works, 38” x 30”, acrylic on paper. Professionally framed. Retail value approx. $1000.00 Thank you to our lovely supporter for the prize donation. To learn more about the artist, click "Read More".
Another one for all you art lovers. Russell, an artist and Canadian Indian First Nation Ojibway from Magnetawan, has created paintings for many charities and organizations throughout Canada and United States. Russell continues to be recognized for his artistic talents by being featured on various book covers, magazines and commissioned for many awards projects. Painting is a 24" x 30" original oil on canvas and painted on the edges. Thank you to our lovely supporter for the prize donation. Click "Read more" to learn about the artist.
