40+ Saskatoon Field Trip Ideas for Schools, Homeschoolers, & Youth Groups
Whether you’re a teacher, youth leader, child care provider, homeschool parent, or just searching for Saskatoon field trip ideas for kids, this curated list of educational, secular activities in Saskatoon will come in handy. If you have more (secular/ non-denominational) ideas, just comment below. I’m happy to add!
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Before we dive in, I’ll give a quick plug to EcoSchools Canada which is full of awesome environmental recourses. I know many of you teachers are already registered but if not, it’s FREE for publicly-funded schools. Sign up before March 17 and you can be entered to win a Plantaform garden for your classroom.
Science & Nature Field Trips in Saskatoon
Blackfox Farm - Think flower-picking and pumpkin season
Museum of Natural Sciences - Don’t sleep on the scavenger hunt
Ecology Workshops with U of S Education K-8
Restoring 71 A conservation area just out of town that offers guided and self-guided tours. Reader Anna says classes can also help with caring for native plants.
Natural exploration- Here is a list from Wild About Saskatoon of local outdoor hotspots.
Patterson Garden - Free and self-guided, this is an amazing collection of trees, shrubs, and vines hardy to zone 3.
Sask Parks Outdoor Classrooms –You can book an interpreter/ instructor during May and June. Why not take a trip to Pike Lake? All amenities are right there.
Saskatoon Zoo - Visit for your own tour or take advantage of the educational programming.
Museums & Cultural Experiences
Diefenbaker Centre Canada -Canada's only prime ministerial centre in Western Canada located on a university campus, the Diefenbaker Canada Center honours the legacy of The Right Honourable John G. Diefenbaker.
Little Stone Schoolhouse- I still remember the Little Stone Schoolhouse field trip from when I was 8… it felt like stepping into Anne of Green Gables.
Marr Residence- Contact for info outside public hours
Museum of Antiquities - I’ve visited with my Girl Guides (prepare your kids to see some naked statues). They also offer crafternoons if Saturday is an option for you.
Musee Ukraine Museum - An interesting and dynamic collection of Ukrainian Saskatchewan heritage.
Nutrien Wonderhub - There are options to book group time or more structured programming at our city’s only children’s museum.
Royal Canadian Legion Artifacts Room- Discover how young people of Saskatchewan contributed and served their country and learn about the indigenous and Metis people that enlisted and fought abroad
Saskatchewan Archives – Recently opened a new building; a valuable resource for history and research.
Saskatchewan Aviation Museum – Offers informative tours showcasing aviation history and aircraft.
Saskatchewan Railway Museum - Currently open Fri- Sun 10-4:30
Saskatoon Public Library - Book a tour at any library for K-12, even setting kids up with Library cards if needed.
Ukrainian Museum of Canada - Instructor led, curriculum based programming is available like pysanka, weaving, and folk art.
Wanuskewin- An important museum plus lots of curriculum- based programming for kids of all ages.
Western Development Museum - The site isn’t working as I write this… here’s a facebook page in case you find the same.
Active & Outdoor Adventures
CanLan Ice Sports - Rental or led options
Meewasin Valley Authority- Beaver Creek, Swale, and more
The Salvation Army Beaver Creek Camp - Beautiful facility for overnight outdoor ed.
Wander’s Tiny Farm- Just south of Saskatoon, Wanders is a place to learn about farming, meet animals, walk the forest, and play.
Local Arts & Creativity
Broadway Theatre - They do rentals for school movies, plays, speakers, and bands
Cineplex Education Cinema - Because learning is more fun on the big screen.
Downtown walking tour- Discover sculptures, hidden gems, and street art with these self-guided tours.
Nutrien Children’s Festival of Saskatchewan- One of the best class trips for preschool-grade 6.
Persephone Theatre - Book the current youth play to come to your school or go see one at the theatre
Remai Modern- These tours can also be given in French
Saskatchewan Craft Council Gallery - A small museum on Broadway, you could combine this into a community art tour.
Seams So Fun - group sewing classes
U of S Art Galleries- College Galleries, Snelgrove, Kenderdine, & Collection
University, Research, and Public Service Opportunities
Agriculture in the Classroom - A nonprofit charitable organization dedicated to agricultural education.
Canadian Light Source Synchrotron - Learn how the CLS works & how it serves research in the fields of health, agriculture, the environment, and advanced materials.
City of Saskatoon Light & Power - The tour features presentations on electricity generation, interactive demonstrations of electrical metering, linemen’s tools and pole climbing, electrical safety, and various electrical discharges including Jacob’s Ladder high-voltage arc.
City of Saskatoon Recycling Partners- Cosmo and Loraas
Nutrien Cory Potash - Although the site doesn’t say specifically that they offer tours, I know kids who have gone with their class. Reach out directly to inquire and teachers, you might appreciate knowing about the fully-funded GeoVenture program. Looks like 2026 isn’t ready yet but May is usually the month to apply.
Rayner Dairy Research Facility - in-person group tours for the Rayner Feeding the World Interpretive Centre and general tours of the College of Agriculture and Bioresource
Saskatoon Fire Department - A Girl Guide favourite
U of S Science Outreach Program - unique virtual opportunities
University of Saskatchewan Observatory - 1st and 3rd Saturday nights. Private bookings on Friday (may not be available right now)
Vetavision- Kids get hands on with all parts of vet med. The next Vetavision is Sept 2026.
Other options are to use your contacts and think creatively! When I worked at GAP Kids, I took my Girl Guide unit for a behind the scenes tour of the retail world. I taught them the process of how clothes end up in the store, what retail jobs entail, and they did a big fashion show. We’ve also visited a recording studio, a photography studio, and more! Think of the neat jobs your friends have and then ask for a tour. Or, maybe you’re looking for something less “educational” and more “just for fun”. CLICK HERE to check out my birthday party list for field trips that would make a perfect end-of-the-year treat!
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