We will play Dungeons and Dragons or whatever else you might request or bring. Parents, children, allies always welcome! Find us in the programming room at the GH Dawe Library the last Saturday of each month.

Join us on Saturday, June 28 from 1-3pm to paint your own birdhouse in a birch tree style! One of our staff members will guide folks through how to get the perfect birch bark trees and look. All ages are welcome to attend (younger children may need adult help) and the fee for this workshop is only $35 per person. Only 10 spots are available so don’t wait to register!

Make Ellis Nature Centre a part of your Canada Day celebrations! We’ll have classic favourites like lawn games, kids activities, and a scavenger hunt. Butterfly Wings & Wishes will also be visiting again with a variety of their educational creatures. We’ll also be offering information about beavers and playing chicken poop bingo! Check out the photo for the full line up of events.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Join us for our Wetlands themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 2-4, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on wetlands, including exploring them, discussing how they help with pollution, and completing STEM challenges centered on wetlands.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $80 per child (discounted from $90) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily fee is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

Join us for our Wetlands themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 2-4, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on wetlands, including exploring them, discussing how they help with pollution, and completing STEM challenges centered on wetlands.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $80 per child (discounted from $90) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily fee is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Join us the first Thursday of each month for Queer Neighbours Society of Red Deer's Art Club! You don't need experience, just enthusiasm! Bring the project you are working on or wanting to start, and create among friends. Allies always welcome, and parents with children too!

Join us by the big windows at the far end of the library.

Join us for our Wetlands themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 2-4, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on wetlands, including exploring them, discussing how they help with pollution, and completing STEM challenges centered on wetlands.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $80 per child (discounted from $90) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily fee is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join Ellis Nature Centre to learn all about flowers on July 5 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about flowers, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join our staff and purple martin experts for an inside look into the purple martin condos on our site! We’ll lower the condos so you can see how they’re laid out inside and the stages of the nesting process. These tours will be first come, first served and have no cost. They will also be dependent on weather and the nesting process, so keep an eye on our social media for the most current updates for these tours.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our birding themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 8-11, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on birding, learning about the birds that frequent the forests, fields, ponds, and gardens on our site.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee for one day of camp is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about frogs on July 8 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about frogs, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

📅 Tuesday, July 8, 2024
☀️Woody's Spray Park is located near the G.H. Dawe Community Centre North Parking Lot, 6155 67 St
🕛 12 – 3 p.m.
🆓 Cost: Free

Bring your own picnic, soak up the sun, and enjoy:
🎶 Family-friendly tunes from Juiced Audio
🍧 Free popsicle treats
💦 Plenty of water play & fun

Let’s celebrate Woody’s Spray Park memories and many more to come this summer.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our birding themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 8-11, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on birding, learning about the birds that frequent the forests, fields, ponds, and gardens on our site.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee for one day of camp is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

FREE FUN for families with kids aged 4-12 although everyone is welcome and donations are encouraged!

When: Wednesday, July 9th, 2025
Registration from 6:00 PM - 6:25 PM | Activities from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Where: Kerry Wood Nature Centre, 6300 45 Ave, Red Deer

What: Join Kerry Wood Nature Centre and Nature Alberta to discover the secrets of the Sanctuary! Go on a guided nature walk around the Gaetz Lakes Sanctuary with interpreters from the Kerry Wood Nature Centre and check out fun events led by the Red Deer River Naturalists and Red Deer River Watershed Alliance!

No pets, please.

Weather Details: Will run rain or shine - please dress for the weather. In the event of extreme weather, notice of cancellation will be posted on our Facebook page and in the Facebook Event Discussion.

Registration Details: Registration is completed on-site from 6:00 PM - 6:25 PM. We can only accommodate a limited number of families at these events. Be sure to arrive before registration ends to secure your family’s spot.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our birding themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 8-11, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on birding, learning about the birds that frequent the forests, fields, ponds, and gardens on our site.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee for one day of camp is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about bluebirds on July 10 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about bluebirds, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our birding themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 8-11, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on birding, learning about the birds that frequent the forests, fields, ponds, and gardens on our site.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee for one day of camp is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Welcome to "Spare Me The Drama" Pride Bowling Night at The Gutter where the balls are heavy and the heels are high! Join us for a night of all things drag. From bowling, to shows and emcee's DD Fierce and Sparkle Motion ready to roast, let's celebrate pride in all its fabulous glory. Make sure to stick around for DJ Fynn's queer beats, you've never seen a split like this!

Whether you're a seasoned bowler or just looking to have a good time, this event is for you. So lace up those bowling shoes, grab a ball, and let's roll into a night of fun and Pride!

This event proudly supports The Queer Agenda, a local organization dedicated to uplifting and empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ communities and all proceeds from the event will be donated to the cause.

Our annual festival celebrating mountain bluebirds and other songbirds is back on Saturday, July 12. Join us on our mountain bluebird trail, observe the purple martin colony up close with a demonstration of what goes on inside those large birdhouses or watch expert bird banders capture and band songbirds.  

We also celebrate a local mountain bluebird trail owner with our Blue Feather award!  Join us for crafts, games and activities all day long. 

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Parkland Mall – Near GoodLife Fitness
Saturday, July 12
11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
FREE Family Fun!

Saddle up for a day of pioneer-themed fun!
Enjoy:

• Old-fashioned butter making

• Pioneer games & crafts

• Prize draws

• Interactive activities for all ages

Come dressed in your best western wear and join us for a rootin’-tootin’ good time!

Join our staff and purple martin experts for an inside look into the purple martin condos on our site! We’ll lower the condos so you can see how they’re laid out inside and the stages of the nesting process. These tours will be first come, first served and have no cost. They will also be dependent on weather and the nesting process, so keep an eye on our social media for the most current updates for these tours.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

We’ll have nestbox building stations set up on our site! If you purchase a bluebird or chickadee nestbox from our gift shop on one of these days, you can then stay to build it on our site with staff help. No registration is required and the building stations will be set up from 10am-4:30pm. Simply drop-in, purchase your kit, and build it, all during your visit!

Chickadee kits are $18 and Bluebird kits are $20. Receive 10% off if you’re a Friend of Ellis!

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our Indigenous knowledge themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 15-18, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on local Indigenous knowledge, including learning about the People of the Plains, the 7 Grandfather Teachings, traditional plants & medicine, and Indigenous art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee per day is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about beavers on July 15 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about beavers, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Buffalo Site – Downtown Red Deer
Tuesday, July 16
Starts at 8:00 AM
$5 per person

Start your Westerner Days parade day off right with a hearty pancake breakfast! Enjoy a hot meal with your community before heading over to watch the parade.

Join us for our Indigenous knowledge themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 15-18, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on local Indigenous knowledge, including learning about the People of the Plains, the 7 Grandfather Teachings, traditional plants & medicine, and Indigenous art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee per day is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our Indigenous knowledge themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 15-18, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on local Indigenous knowledge, including learning about the People of the Plains, the 7 Grandfather Teachings, traditional plants & medicine, and Indigenous art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee per day is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about bees on July 17 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about bees, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Registration opens: Monday June 30 at 10 a.m.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our Indigenous knowledge themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 15-18, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on local Indigenous knowledge, including learning about the People of the Plains, the 7 Grandfather Teachings, traditional plants & medicine, and Indigenous art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The fee per day is $30. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about Great Horned Owls on July 19 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about Great Horned Owls, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join our staff and purple martin experts for an inside look into the purple martin condos on our site! We’ll lower the condos so you can see how they’re laid out inside and the stages of the nesting process. These tours will be first come, first served and have no cost. They will also be dependent on weather and the nesting process, so keep an eye on our social media for the most current updates for these tours.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre is thrilled to be hosting Laura Ouimet for a wire bird workshop on Sunday, July 20 from 1-4pm. Participants will be taught how to bend and shape wire to make their own bird sculpture. Bring a piece of wood that has special meaning for you, or be provided with one on our site. The fee for this workshop is $95 per person, which covers all materials aside from the wood perch. Only 16 spots available! Ages 16+ are welcome to do this workshop solo, and ages 12-15 can participate with adult support. Registration will close on July 10!

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our art themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 22-25, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on outdoor art, including plant based art, nature prints, painting with nature textures, and found art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily rate is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about butterflies on July 22 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about butterflies, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our art themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 22-25, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on outdoor art, including plant based art, nature prints, painting with nature textures, and found art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily rate is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our art themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 22-25, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on outdoor art, including plant based art, nature prints, painting with nature textures, and found art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily rate is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about squirrels on July 24 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about squirrels, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join us for our art themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 22-25, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on outdoor art, including plant based art, nature prints, painting with nature textures, and found art.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily rate is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about bats on July 26 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about bats, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

We will play Dungeons and Dragons or whatever else you might request or bring. Parents, children, allies always welcome! Find us in the programming room at the GH Dawe Library the last Saturday of each month.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Our ever popular Bats N’ Beers Night is back for another season, this year on Saturday, July 26 from 8-11pm! Join us as we host Cory Olsen from the Alberta Community Bat Program for an informational evening all about bats. We’ll begin the night indoors with a presentation about bats in Alberta and current research being done. At dusk, we’ll head outside where folks will have the opportunity to use various technology to see and hear the bats in the bat boxes on our site. Of course, we’ll have craft beer for sale during the event, courtesy of Blindman Brewing!

All ages are welcome for this event, but please note that we won’t be able to view the bats until after dusk, so this will be a late night for small children. Adult tickets are only $10 each!

Adult tickets are $10 each. Family Tickets are $15 each and include admission for 2 adults and 2 children. Please email us at info@ellisnaturecentre.ca if you require additional children tickets.

We’ll have nestbox building stations set up on our site! If you purchase a bluebird or chickadee nestbox from our gift shop on one of these days, you can then stay to build it on our site with staff help. No registration is required and the building stations will be set up from 10am-4:30pm. Simply drop-in, purchase your kit, and build it, all during your visit!

Chickadee kits are $18 and Bluebird kits are $20. Receive 10% off if you’re a Friend of Ellis!

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

The United Churches of Red Deer will provide children, ages 5-12, four days to explore creation's four elements through art, games, songs, stories, and community resources.

Program runs from 9-12 each day. Cost is by donation.

Join us for our farm themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 29-Aug 1, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on the farm, including learning about goats, cows, chickens, and bees.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily fee is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about aquatic insects on July 29 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about aquatic insects, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Join us for our farm themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 29-Aug 1, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on the farm, including learning about goats, cows, chickens, and bees.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily fee is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

Join us for our farm themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 29-Aug 1, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on the farm, including learning about goats, cows, chickens, and bees.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily fee is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about chickens on July 31 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about chickens, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Join us for our farm themed Junior Naturalist day camp July 29-Aug 1, from 9am-3pm! This camp will have an outdoors and hands-on focus. We’ll spend the week focused on the farm, including learning about goats, cows, chickens, and bees.

The fee for the full week of the camp is $100 per child (discounted from $120) and is open to children aged 7-12. The daily fee is $30 per child. Please note that we do allow drop-off beginning at 8:30am and pick-up until 3:30pm, but there will not be direct instruction at this time.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Join us to learn all about dragonflies on August 2 from 10:30am-12pm! We’ll learn about dragonflies, do a craft, read books, and of course explore our site to look for them. This program is for children 3-6 years of age and we request parents accompany them for the program. Cost is $8 per child.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

We’ll have nestbox building stations set up on our site! If you purchase a bluebird or chickadee nestbox from our gift shop on one of these days, you can then stay to build it on our site with staff help. No registration is required and the building stations will be set up from 10am-4:30pm. Simply drop-in, purchase your kit, and build it, all during your visit!

Chickadee kits are $18 and Bluebird kits are $20. Receive 10% off if you’re a Friend of Ellis!

Park IT is a free, drop-in summer playgroup for children with diverse needs, their families and the broader community. Our program offers developmentally appropriate recreational activities tailored to support the unique needs of children with diverse needs and their families.

At Park IT, we create an inclusive atmosphere where all children can learn and grow alongside their peers. This environment fosters a culture of respect and belonging, encourages acceptance of individual differences and provides opportunities for new friendships to prosper. Parents will discover an emotionally safe space where they can connect meaningfully with other parents in similar situations.

Our program includes a variety of activities such as physical games, sand toys, crafts, music and story time.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Join us the first Thursday of each month for Queer Neighbours Society of Red Deer's Art Club! You don't need experience, just enthusiasm! Bring the project you are working on or wanting to start, and create among friends. Allies always welcome, and parents with children too!

Join us by the big windows at the far end of the library.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

This fun filled week of horse camp is packed with adventure. We pick you up in the morning and drop you off in the evening everyday for a week. You are paired with a horse that is yours for the whole camp. Learn to brush, saddle, bridle and general horse care while having fun. Our focus is safety first. Cool things we do are: barrel racing - trail rides - games on horses and gentle horsemanship. Learning to connect with our equine partners and create lasting friendships.

Off horse activities include float trips down the river, hikes, exploring nature, playing in the water falls and seeing wild horses

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Sunday, August 24
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Hilltop Wedding Center, Sylvan Lake
$25.00/Ticket – can be purchased at www.hilltopweddingcenter.com/events1

Bring your teddy bears and join us for a magical afternoon of games, snacks, stories and more!
Perfect for families with young children—don’t forget your picnic blanket and your favorite stuffed friend!

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff on Tuesdays in July and August for guided naturalists walks on our site, taking place from 10-11:30am. We will lead folks around various areas of our site and teach about may features such as plants, birds, insects, and more. These walks are meant to connect folks with the nature around them and help them be able to identify common species found in Central Alberta. These walks are free, but only 15 spots per walk are available, so pre-registration is encouraged.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Ellis Nature Centre staff will be leading site and garden tours on Wednesdays in July and August from 1:30-2:30pm. Come take in the beauty of our site and gardens while learning about the history of Ellis Nature Centre. If you’re interested in history, learning about all of the key features on our site, and the purpose of each of our gardens, this is the tour for you. The tour takes place on the fully accessible main path of our site, but spaces to sit are limited. Only 15 spots are available for each tour, and the fee is $8 per person. Pre-registration is encouraged!

Join Ellis Nature Centre staff for Forest bathing on Thursdays in July & August from 1-3pm! Forest bathing is the act of spending time in a forest or natural environment to improve physical and mental well-being through sensory engagement. It is more than a walk in the woods but rather a mindful immersion in nature, using all senses to connect to ones surroundings. Our staff will lead folks out to the West Woods on our site, where will we practice various mindfulness and forest bathing techniques. Participants must be able to walk on uneven ground and be willing to sit on the ground or a stump (or carry a chair to our spot). This event is free, but pre-registration is encouraged as there are only 20 spots available each week. All ages welcome so long as children can be mindful and silent along with the group.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

We will play Dungeons and Dragons or whatever else you might request or bring. Parents, children, allies always welcome! Find us in the programming room at the GH Dawe Library the last Saturday of each month.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Bring your 18 month to 3 year old for a drop-in nature storytime! We’ll read books, practice rhymes, and sing songs. Weather permitting, this storytime will be hosted outdoors so we can enjoy the calm of nature. Families can also stay after the program for an self-directed craft if they’d like.

Join us the first Thursday of each month for Queer Neighbours Society of Red Deer's Art Club! You don't need experience, just enthusiasm! Bring the project you are working on or wanting to start, and create among friends. Allies always welcome, and parents with children too!

Join us by the big windows at the far end of the library.

We will play Dungeons and Dragons or whatever else you might request or bring. Parents, children, allies always welcome! Find us in the programming room at the GH Dawe Library the last Saturday of each month.

Join us the first Thursday of each month for Queer Neighbours Society of Red Deer's Art Club! You don't need experience, just enthusiasm! Bring the project you are working on or wanting to start, and create among friends. Allies always welcome, and parents with children too!

Join us by the big windows at the far end of the library.

We will play Dungeons and Dragons or whatever else you might request or bring. Parents, children, allies always welcome! Find us in the programming room at the GH Dawe Library the last Saturday of each month.

Join us the first Thursday of each month for Queer Neighbours Society of Red Deer's Art Club! You don't need experience, just enthusiasm! Bring the project you are working on or wanting to start, and create among friends. Allies always welcome, and parents with children too!

Join us by the big windows at the far end of the library.

We will play Dungeons and Dragons or whatever else you might request or bring. Parents, children, allies always welcome! Find us in the programming room at the GH Dawe Library the last Saturday of each month.

Join us the first Thursday of each month for Queer Neighbours Society of Red Deer's Art Club! You don't need experience, just enthusiasm! Bring the project you are working on or wanting to start, and create among friends. Allies always welcome, and parents with children too!

Join us by the big windows at the far end of the library.

We will play Dungeons and Dragons or whatever else you might request or bring. Parents, children, allies always welcome! Find us in the programming room at the GH Dawe Library the last Saturday of each month.