Nature Central Events and Nature Walks
Educational events and activities
Educational events and activities
June to September 2024 Events
See below for the events and nature walks being held at protected areas within a 100 km radius of Red Deer!
See below for the events and nature walks being held at protected areas within a 100 km radius of Red Deer!
JUNE:
June 21 to 23 - Bjorge Family Gathering at Ferry Point Campground
Saturday, June 22 – Bat Night at DNA Gardens
JULY:
Thursday, July 4 – Evening walk with Bob Thomson (Buffalo Lake Nature Club)
Sunday, July 7 – Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park Butterfly Count with Buffalo Lake Nature Club
Wednesday, July 10 - Family Nature Night at Kerry Wood Nature Centre
Saturday, July 17 – Bat Night at DNA Gardens
AUGUST:
Thursday, August 1 – Evening walk with Bob Thomson (Buffalo Lake Nature Club)
Thursday, August 8 – Evening paddle with Myrna & Claudia at Gabriel Lake, Eckville
Thursday, August 15 – Picnic and Alix Nature Trail Walk (Buffalo Lake Nature Club)
SEPTEMBER:
Date TBA - Dry Island Buffalo Jump – guided hike w/Ed Karpuk & Chris Olsen
Thursday, September 5 – Sunset Walk with the Nature Conservancy of Canada (Buffalo Lake Nature Club)
June 21 to 23 - Bjorge Family Gathering at Ferry Point Campground
Saturday, June 22 – Bat Night at DNA Gardens
JULY:
Thursday, July 4 – Evening walk with Bob Thomson (Buffalo Lake Nature Club)
Sunday, July 7 – Dry Island Buffalo Jump Provincial Park Butterfly Count with Buffalo Lake Nature Club
Wednesday, July 10 - Family Nature Night at Kerry Wood Nature Centre
Saturday, July 17 – Bat Night at DNA Gardens
AUGUST:
Thursday, August 1 – Evening walk with Bob Thomson (Buffalo Lake Nature Club)
Thursday, August 8 – Evening paddle with Myrna & Claudia at Gabriel Lake, Eckville
Thursday, August 15 – Picnic and Alix Nature Trail Walk (Buffalo Lake Nature Club)
SEPTEMBER:
Date TBA - Dry Island Buffalo Jump – guided hike w/Ed Karpuk & Chris Olsen
Thursday, September 5 – Sunset Walk with the Nature Conservancy of Canada (Buffalo Lake Nature Club)
NOTE: Events are subject to cancellation due to weather conditions and other factors. Please check relevant website and social media prior to the event for the latest information.
Get Outside and Appreciate Wild Alberta Parklands!
Get Outside and Appreciate Wild Alberta Parklands!
Nature Walks Guideline Information:
Rules: Hiking allowed, Day use only, No open fires, Foot access only
Dogs: Unfortunately, we don't allow dogs on the Nature Walks. Please note that protected areas are some of the last remaining places where wildlife can live their lives in peace. Dogs frighten, chase and even kill wildlife. Please respect the wildlife and do NOT bring your dog (leashed or unleashed) to these areas. Consent Prior to Entry: No |
Amenities: There are bathrooms, trash cans and parking at this park
Hazards: Tripping and falling, wild animals - be prepared, bring bear spray for walks in bear country. |