Summer Camp in the City: All Ages Fundraiser & Silent Auction

ELEN can't wait to host another fundraiser for Beyond The Trees: Alberta's Inclusive Overnight Outdoor Youth Camp! We are so pleased to be collabing with Evo to offer dinner service for this one. This all ages event will welcome youth, parents, siblings, families, volunteers and supporters of all the amazing programming BTT has to offer. While raising money for a good cause, you get an awesome burger meal deal and the opportunity to play cute campy games that re-create a summer experience. Fill out your camp Passport by participating to receive a prize.

This year Beyond the Trees will host Leadership Camp, Camp Borealis Overnight and Day Camps, Born this Way and the newly launched Born this Way: Family Style (for queer fams). At Beyond The Trees, every child is not just welcomed but celebrated for their unique essence.

We are so excited that Evo is offering a cheeseburger and beer bundle included in every regular ticket purchase. Meal bundle must be purchased in advance of event.

**Absolutely no modifications or substitutions. **Pop can be substituted for beer. This is the only modification allowed.

**To order for dietary restrictions please select a $15 ticket and order off the menu

Evo is also kindly offering main floor dance cover for free for those over 18 included ($7 value)!!

Dietary: Food items with vegetarian and gluten-friendly options available by purchase. Drink specials.

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**REGISTRATION/MEAL BUNDLE TICKET PURCHASE DEADLINE APRIL 22**

Check out the extensive silent auction and have the chance to pick up sweet and one-of-a-kind BTT merch and tie-dye. This event is accessible. Complete every station to complete your Camp Night Passport and you will win a prize.

Join us for fun activities, games and crafts that give you a taste of summer camp--just indoors inside a dedicated queer venue!

Theme: camping finest, cabin-chic, summer's best

We are now accepting donations from the local community for our silent auction to benefit Beyond the Trees.

To donate to the silent auction: [email protected]

We need more volunteers for this event!

Accessibility:

-Wheelchair accessible seating

-Wheelchair-accessible entrance

-Wheelchair-accessible washroom

-Private washroom

A message from BTT:

Beyond The Trees offers inclusive, nature-based overnight summer camps across Alberta for children and youth ages 5–17. Through canoeing, hiking, arts and crafts, and outdoor education, campers build confidence, resilience, and lasting connections—with nature, with others, and with themselves. We’re proud to create a welcoming space for all kids, including those in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, and offer one of Alberta’s only queer-affirming camp programs. Rooted in values of community, mental well-being, and personal growth, Beyond The Trees helps young people unplug, explore, and belong.

Beyond The Trees is the brain child of April Keighan [She/Her]. She has over 15 years of dedicated service in the camping industry, coupled with a background as a Primary Care Paramedic. April stands together with the 2SLGBTQ+ community, while providing compassion, and unwavering commitment to fostering inclusive and transformative experiences for children and youth.

Of particular note is year 3 of "Born This Way" camp. In this nurturing environment, the staff has created a program that blends old-fashioned camp traditions with a sprinkling of queer-centric activities. BTT has crafted a space where 2SLGBTQ+ children and youth can revel in their identities without fear or reservation. Recognizing the heightened need for support in these turbulent times, this initiative embodies Beyond The Trees' unwavering commitment to fostering belonging and empowerment.

www.beyondthetrees.ca

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