Learn about mushrooms, butterflies, birds, mammals and the habitat we share with them right here in Edmonton’s green spaces. Join local nature enthusiasts and deepen the connection between your family and our beautiful, complex planet.
The mission of Family Nature Nights is to promote positive experiences for youth and their families with nature, science and urban wilderness. Programming is designed for 4-12 year olds, but nature lovers of all ages are welcome.
Family Nature Nights are free 2 hour events that occur in locations across Edmonton.
2018 Family Nature Nights
Registration: 6-6:25pm
Event Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Urban Critters
Date: Wednesday July 11
Location: Whitemud Park near the Alfred Savage Centre
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Birds
Date: Wednesday July 18
Location: Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park
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Water
Date: Wednesday July 25
Location: Gold Bar Park
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Trees
Date: Wednesday August 1
Location: Jackie Parker Park
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Butterflies and Spiders
Date: Wednesday August 8
Location: Hawrelak Park near Picnic Shelter #2
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Fungi, Moss, and Lichen
Date: Wednesday August 15
Location: Twin Brooks District and Nature Park
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For a map of exact locations within the parks, please visit the Nature Alberta Facebook page the day before the event!
Nature Kids by Nature Alberta
Nature Kids is a province-wide club for youth and families who want to learn about nature and have fun at the same time! Nature Kids teaches children (aged 5–11) and their families about nature. The program provides educational materials and organizes monthly field trip experiences that promote being outdoors, observing nature, scientific investigation, environmental stewardship and healthy living.
Join Nature Kids
A one year family membership is $25 + GST and includes access to monthly Explorer Day field trips, NatureWild electronic magazine, the home learning Action Awards Program and membership in Nature Alberta.
If you are interested in taking a more involved role, contact us about becoming a Nature Kids club leader!
Call 780-427-8124 or email naturekids@naturealberta.ca
Nature Alberta Events Calendar: Find information about Nature Alberta events in Edmonton and across Alberta. Many are free to participants.