Events
2026 Senior Explorers
Join us as learning knows no age with our new seniors educational programming, Senior Explorers!
Education
Events
Knee High Nature Summer Programs
Welcome to our parented Knee high Nature Summer Programs, running from July 7 – August 20 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:00-11:30am. Each program is $8 per child and welcomes up to 15 children aged 3-6, engaging in themes such as Indigenous Knowledge, Wildlife Explorations, and more. Programs include a
Events
Nature Skool with Dawn Derrien
We’re excited to introduce Nature Skool, a new-to-Ellis program launching this summer hosted by Dawn Derrien. Running July 3–August 21 from 10:00–11:30 am, this 8-week series invites families to explore, learn, and play together in nature. Designed for children ages 3–6, Nature Skool is a tactile, child-led program where learning happens through
Education
Spring 2026 School Program
Thank you for the incredible response to our 2026 spring school program! Registration is now closed and we will not be accepting anymore groups. Option 1: Wetland Exploration Join us for a 2 or 4 hour program to experience all that Ellis Nature Centre has to offer! Choose from the
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Fall 2025 School Programs
Ellis Nature Centre offers a Grade 5/6 focused school program in the fall, with an exploration of forests, wetlands, and grasslands of the Aspen Parkland.
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Summer Camp / Club Program
Bring your summer camp or club for a program with us in July & August! Join us for an ultimate nature learning experience focused on Species & Land right here in Central Alberta. Students are sure to leave buzzing with excitement about the natural world around them!
