Butterfly Certification Course (Citizen Science)

Get ready for Sunday, May 24^th at 1pm for a special Butterfly Certification Course with Dr. Delano Lewis. In this 2-hour certification course, participants will learn how to observe, identify, and record butterfly activity, gaining the skills needed to become a certified butterfly counter. Whether you are new to citizen science, or looking to deepen your skills, this course provides valuable insight from a local scientist that specializes in moths and butterflies.

This free event is open to both pre-registered participants and drop-ins, with 30 spots available. Following the certification course, guests are also invited to take part in the Buzzing Biodiversity Pollinator Citizen Science Training, where they will continue to learn by observing and identifying visiting pollinators within our garden.

Date: Sunday May 24, 2026
Time: 1-3pm
Location: Ellis Nature Centre
Cost: Free
Spots available: 30

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EVENT CANCELLATION POLICY

Please note that for all of our events we require MINIMUM 48 HOURS NOTICE of a cancellation for a refund to be issued. If we are less than 48 hours away from an event and you are needing to cancel, please notify us so that we can offer your spot to someone else. Your payment for the event will then become a donation to Ellis Nature Centre. Thanks for your cooperation!

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We are seeking an outgoing and efficient individual to join our Moonshine Cafe and Ellis Teahouse Collaboration! The Moonshine Cafe is a bustling hub for delicious homemade meals, met with warm hospitality. In this position, you will be the face of Moonshine Cafe, greeting guests with a warm smile, crafting specialty drinks, and serving their famous homemade meals.

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