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COVID-19 Alert
All GRCA nature centres are currently closed to the public. Most of our public outdoor environmental community programs (including day camps, birthday parties, youth programs, Scout and Guide badge programs) remain suspended, and events have been cancelled. When new information is available, this page will be updated. Please subscribe to this page for program updates.
School programming is currently underway with limited school boards. It is being offered in a modified and/or virtual setting.
For more information about the impact of COVID-19 to GRCA programs and services, please refer our COVID-19 FAQ.
In the interim, our nature centre staff have put together a fantastic list of nature activities for those who are missing our in-person program offerings.
Take it outside!
Our six nature centres offer a variety of programs for teachers and students, children and families, youth and community groups.
Our goal is to provide unique, hands-on programs that teach environmental concepts and foster an appreciation for the natural world. Our staff are dedicated, professional and enthusiastic nature interpreters.
For parents
- Connect with Nature at Home (Activities and lessons for home learning and connecting with nature.)
- Day camps during summer and school breaks, and PD Days - Not currently offered
- Eco-adventure birthday parties - Not currently offered
- Family nature activities - Not currently offered
- Homeschool and preschool programs - Not currently offered
For teachers and students
- Connect with Nature at Home (Activities and lessons for home learning and connecting with nature.)
- School programs
- Children's Water Festivals
For group leaders
- Youth and community group programs - Not currently offered
- Badge programs for Guiding and Scouting - Not currently offered
Nature centre locations
- Apps' Mill Nature Centre, 308 Robinson Rd., Brantford (View a map showing Apps' Mill)
- Guelph Lake Nature Centre, 7677 Conservation Rd., Guelph (View a map showing Guelph Lake)
- Laurel Creek Nature Centre, 525 Beaver Creek Rd., Waterloo (View a map showing Laurel Creek)
- Rockwood Nature Centre, 161 Falls St., Rockwood (View a map showing Rockwood)
- Shade's Mills Nature Centre, 450 Avenue Rd., Cambridge (View a map showing Shade's Mills)
- Taquanyah Nature Centre, 870 Townline Rd. West, Cayuga (View a map showing Taquanyah)
Photos
See photos on our Flickr page showing students, groups and families enjoying our Nature Centre programs.
