Forest Programs
Education & Appreciation Garnered through Listening and Exploring
E.A.G.L.E. Storytelling
Preschool-Kindergarten; 1 hr (maximum 25 students)
We invite participants to explore the natural environment through Indigenous-centered storytelling. Students will explore how Indigenous Peoples use this time-honoured tradition to share lessons and values with their children. Offered at Elk/Beaver Lake, Francis/King and Witty's Lagoon regional parks.
Marvelous Mammals
Grades 1-2; 1.5 hrs (maximum 25 students)
On this engaging program, we introduce children to the world of mammals. We’ll explore the adaptations of mammals and what makes them (and us) different from other animals. Offered at Elk/Beaver Lake, Francis/King and Witty's Lagoon regional parks.
Beaver Engineever
Grades 2-3; 1.5 hrs (maximum 25 students)
Our national symbol, the beaver, is the focus of this interactive program. Students will discover how beavers “engineer” and enhance the biodiversity of wetlands. Offered only at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park.
"NEW* Biodiversity Heroes
Grades 4-5; 2 hrs (maximum 30 students)
On this program, students discover the importance of biodiversity, learn what an invasive species is and what impacts invasive species can have. We will then become ‘biodiversity heroes’ by participating in park restoration! Offered only at Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park.
Education & Appreciation Garnered through Listening and Exploring
E.A.G.L.E. Forest
Grades 4-5; 1.5 hrs (maximum 30 students)
On this interactive cultural program, we invite participants to explore the forest environment through a First Peoples lens. From the practice of time-honoured traditions to the effects of colonization, students will better understand the transition of Indigenous Peoples from caretakers to protectors. Offered at Elk/Beaver Lake, Francis/King and Witty's Lagoon regional parks.
Marine Programs
Tide Ticklers
Preschool; 1 hr (maximum 25 students)
Search tide pools to view fish, crabs and other marine creatures on this gentle introduction to beach exploration. Offered at Island View Beach and Witty’s Lagoon regional parks.
Feeling Crabby
Kindergarten-Grade 1; 1.5 hrs (maximum 25 students)
Children are fascinated by crabs. Students will explore the intertidal zone and learn about the unique features and behaviors crabs use to survive in their changing seashore environment. Offered at Island View Beach and Witty’s Lagoon regional parks.
Education & Appreciation Garnered through Listening and Exploring
E.A.G.L.E. Marine
Grades 2-3; 1.5 hrs (maximum 25 students)
On this interactive program, we invite participants to explore the seashore environment, through an Indigenous lens. The cultural uses, lessons and values linked with seasonal harvest, hunting/fishing and gathering by First Peoples will amaze students. Offered at Island View Beach and Witty’s Lagoon regional parks.
Living at the Beach
Grades 2-3; 1.5 hrs (maximum 25 students)
Living at the beach is no picnic! Respectful exploration and activities allow students to investigate how a diversity of marine creatures survive in an environment where they’re either all wet, or left high and dry. Offered at Island View Beach and Witty’s Lagoon regional parks.
*NEW* At Risk in Land, Sky & Sea
Grades 4-5; 1.5 hrs (maximum 30 students)
Students will discover examples of species at risk and will be inspired to take action. We will learn about species at risk habitat, threats to population and how we can help. We will investigate the intertidal life at the beach. Offered at Island View Beach and Witty’s Lagoon regional parks.