Join us in August for the Bug Jamboree! Go on a bug hunt, a butterfly walk and learn about native bees and pollinators
A day dedicated to insects!
This all-day event on the second Saturday in August is full of activities and interactive learning. Come explore and learn all about the beautiful and wondrous world of bugs! These tiny creatures are essential part of our ecosystems and make up the diet of mountain bluebirds, purple martins, and many other birds
Guest entomologists from the Lepidopterist Guide, in addition to Benny Acorn, sharing their experiences and expertise, as well as to show off their impressive collections of butterflies, beetles, and more.
Fun for all ages! Go on a bug hunt, a butterfly walk, use nets to find aquatic invertebrates in the pond, and learn about native bees and pollinators!
Date: August 8, 2026
Time: 10-4pm
Location: Ellis Nature Centre
Cost: Admission by Donation
