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Nature Fridays!

Join our Sustainability Team every week for Nature Friday at the Environmental Education Centre. We'll be hosting family-friendly activities that are fun and teach our littlest locals (kids) and all residents about local initiatives, how to connect with nature, and practical ways you can make a positive impact on our community and the planet.

There will be a different theme each Nature Friday with programming that includes self-led activities in the morning with a focus on younger families; while afternoon activities will be geared to all families, school-aged kids and seniors with conservation presentations, tours, movies, screenings etc. 

Nature Fridays: The Arctic

Scenic view of frozen lake against sky
Fri, Jan 2 2026 | 10am - 4pm
Penguins, caribou, and belugas - oh my! Come learn about our friends up north at Nature Friday this week with penguin crafts, educational videos from the…

Nature Fridays: Winter Birds

Two birds stand on the branches of a snowy pine tree
Fri, Jan 9 2026 | 10am - 4pm
Although some birds migrate south for the winter, we have many species that remain in our area during the colder months. This nature Friday, come see what…

Nature Fridays: Dinosaurs

a dinosaur fossil still encased in stone
Fri, Jan 16 2026 | 10am - 4pm
The Alberta Badlands have long been one of the richest dinosaur-producing areas in the world, with about 60-70 different types of dinosaurs that have been…

Nature Fridays: Recycling & Cardboard

brown cardboard texture
Fri, Jan 23 2026 | 10am - 4pm
Did you know that recycling one tonne of cardboard could save: 7,000 litres of water, 17 trees, and 4,000 kW of energy? Learn about the importance of cardboard…

Nature Fridays: Fish

 Close-up of man's hand holding caught fish
Fri, Jan 30 2026 | 10am - 4pm
Alberta is home to more than 65 species of fish which all play an important role in supporting healthy ecosystems! Come learn about these underwater creatures…

Nature Fridays: Trees & Forests

downtown street banner
Fri, Feb 6 2026 | 10am - 4pm
Did you know that forests cover approximately 60% of Alberta? Learn about the trees that are found in forests and around us in Okotoks this Nature…

Nature Fridays: Lunar New Year - Horses!

Lunar New Year items on red background: oranges, gold ingots, red envelopes, Chinese coin, and festive decorations.
Fri, Feb 20 2026 | 10am - 4pm
2026 is the year of the horse! Join us and learn about horses in honour of the Lunar New Year! Enjoy activities, crafts, and snacks all kept in theme for the…

Nature Fridays: Polar Bears

a close up of a polar bear
Fri, Feb 27 2026 | 10am - 4pm
February 26 is International Polar Bear Day! Come celebrate the largest land predators on Earth at Nature Friday with polar bear crafts, videos and fun facts.…

Nature Fridays: Birds

Bird on a wire - photo credit Alan Fraser (web banner)
Fri, Mar 6 2026 | 10am - 4pm
Love birds? We do! Join us in this edition of Nature Friday to learn all about birds and create a nest craft!
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