Registration for our Winter 2027 programs will begin in January. Sign up for our newsletter to be notified or purchase a membership to access early registration in mid-December.
Family Programs
Read our accessibility statement, or visit the registration links below to learn how we can adapt certain programs. Please contact us if you have any feedback. Full refunds are available up to 2 weeks before each program. Non-transferable.
Treetop Tales
Join us for nature stories at the Ecology Centre on Fridays from 11:00 am to 11:30 am. Suitable for ages 2 and up, with an adult. No registration required. By donation.
Solstice Storytime
Friday, December 18 from 11:00 am to 11:30 am
Come on out to the Ecology Centre to celebrate the changing of the seasons. Bring along a flashlight or battery powered lantern to cozy up during the shortest days of the year.
Winter Craft Workshops
Cozy Creatures Felting Workshop – FULL
Saturday, November 7 from 1 to 2:30 pm
From furry bears to fluffy chickadees, animals are cozying up for the winter season! You’re invited to craft your own cozy creature at our needle felting workshop. Adults and children will work together to learn about their animals and develop their creations.
Ages 7+, those under 15 must be accompanied by a registered adult. $16 per person (+GST for ages 15+) or free for Ecology Centre members.
Fused Glass Ornaments – Family Program – FULL
Sunday, November 15 from 12:30 to 1:45 pm
Learn the art of fused glass and create an animal or plant-themed ornament to decorate your home or give to a friend! All ornaments will be fired in a kiln after the workshop and ready for pickup at the Ecology Centre early December.
Ages 5+, those under 15 must be accompanied by a registered adult. $26.50 per person (+GST for ages 15+).
Check out our Adult/Teen Fused Glass Ornaments Workshop here.
Forest Explorers
Discover the secrets of the temperate rainforest, read stories, go on a forest walk and make a craft. All children attending must be between the ages of 2 to 5, except for babies in a carrier. These adult participation programs run both inside and outside, so dress for the weather!
$16 per child, includes 1 adult. Full refunds are available up until 2 weeks before each program. Non-transferable.
Discovery Days
Join us on a weekend family adventure in the forest! Discovery Days programs are for families with children ages 3-8. You’ll enjoy a forest walk, story, and hands-on activities as you learn about plants and animals.
$16 per child, includes 1 adult. Full refunds are available up until 2 weeks before each program. Non-transferable.