School Programs

Whether traveling from the Canadian Rockies, departing on a Cruise Ship, heading to Victoria or Whistler, a visit to Capilano Suspension Bridge is sure to be a highlight of your group's itinerary.


> Environmental Studies program

Participate in a scavenger hunt and create a memory game (younger students) or awareness poster (older students) to discover the importance of recognizing and identifying factors unique to temperate rainforest of BC's west coast, as well as the importance of conservation and environmental stewardship.

"Bridge Builders" includes 75 - 115 minutes of instructional time and hands-on activities, as well as a shortened tailored history and free time for your class to explore all areas of the park. Program is offered as a primary or intermediate format.

Grades 1 - 3
While in the park your students will:
  • Explore the interpretive trails to learn about the major components of a coastal rainforest
  • Participate in a guided nature tour
  • Create and participate in a life-size board game focusing on rainforest elements and environmental conservation
  • Option: book a guided park history tour
  • Grades 4 - 7
    While in the park your students will:
  • Explore the interpretive trails to learn about the major components of a coastal rainforest
  • Participate in a guided nature tour
  • Create a poster to communicate the importance of conserving temperate rainforests
  • Option: book a guided park history tour


  • $9.95 + GST per child
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    Science Program

    Cross the suspension bridge; visit Treetops Adventure; build a model bridge. Join a Capilano Educational staff member to explore the dynamics, physics, and mathematical and technological requirements to build a safe and sturdy bridge.

    "Bridge Builders" includes 75 - 115 minutes of instructional time and hands-on activities, as well as a shortened tailored history and free time for your class to explore all areas of the park. Program is offered as a primary or intermediate format.

    Grades 1 - 3
    While in the park your students will:
  • Participate in a guided tour focusing on the physical structure of the suspension bridge and Treetops Adventure
  • Experiment with the concepts of tension, twisting, compression and gravity
  • Learn about the evolution of bridges
  • Participate in a bridge building competition
  • Option: book a nature or history tour
  • Grades 4 - 7
    While in the park your students will:
  • Participate in a guided tour focusing on the physical structure of the suspension bridge and Treetops Adventure
  • Experiment with the concepts of tension, twisting, compression and gravity
  • Learn about the evolution of bridges
  • Participate in a bridge building competition
  • Option: book a nature or history tour


  • $9.95 + GST per child
    Prescribed Learning Outcome
    In-depth Detail
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