We are thrilled by the prospect of the LINK Pathway as it will help visitors of the Helen Schuler Nature Centre in Lethbridge and the Alberta Birds of Prey Centre in Coaldale to be able to walk, run, bike, or rollerblade between these two premier nature-based attractions. Interpretive signage will offer educational opportunities for pathway users to learn about “here” and what makes our region unique. It will also support people in spending more time outside!
Read MoreGivingTuesday is a time to come together to celebrate giving and participate in activities that support charities and non-profits; to thank, help, give, show kindness, and share what they have with those in need. This year GivingTuesday is on Tuesday November 29 - you can help us to ensure the long-term health of quality environmental education in our community!
Read MoreOn Sunday October 30 we hosted the Gallery Closing event for this year’s Inspired by Nature: Youth Art Exhibition. Participating artists were invited to the Nature Centre to be recognized for their artwork that was on display at the Nature Centre from September 20 - October 30, 2022. The event provided an opportunity to meet and thank the artists in person.
Read MoreOn Friday October 28 we hosted the second Travel Adventures in this year's series. Local photographer John Krampl delighted a full house showcasing 'Wildlife Lethbridge'. The presentation offered a glimpse at the natural beauty found in Lethbridge’s parks year-round. It was clear that Lethbridge’s river valley is a destination for wildlife photographers.
Read MoreWe are proud to support opportunities for new audiences to experience the amazing natural spaces in Lethbridge. With this project, our goal is to identify and reduce barriers facing newcomers so that we can ensure we are doing our part to provide a welcoming and inclusive community for all who call Lethbridge home. Ultimately we want to support programs that welcome new Canadians and introduces them to their new home.
Read MoreIn partnership with the Rotary Club of Lethbridge East, we are proud to present this year’s Inspired by Nature: Youth Art Exhibition. This annual showcase of the next generation of artists is an opportunity for youth aged 18 and under to display their artwork in the Community Art Gallery at the Nature Centre. The exhibition will be on display from September 20 to October 30, 2022.
Read MoreWe are excited to support the development of a new Information Kiosk at the Nature Centre. The kiosk will feature: maps, information panels, interactive trail-based activity information, as well as a little library. Construction is scheduled to begin soon with final installation expected by year-end 2022.
Read MoreFriends of the Helen Schuler Nature Centre Society are proud to announce four Travel Adventures presentations that will take place over the coming months. Travel Adventures is an ongoing series where local world travelers share their adventures with photographs that will help you discover the plants, animals and people of places you’ve always dreamed of exploring.
Read MoreA signature project led by our Society was the Co-op Community Outdoor Classroom at the Helen Schuler Nature Centre. We started fundraising for the project in 2018 and construction was competed by year-end 2020. After more than a year we have experienced some great moments in the space that we wanted to share with our amazing community of supporters.
Read MoreThe Lethbridge cultureLINK bus route is a fare-free bus route connecting six major attractions in Lethbridge, running from June 27th to September 5th, 2022. Available roughly every 20 minutes, the cultureLINK is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint while discovering Lethbridge!
Read MoreThe Friends of the Helen Schuler Nature Centre Society is proud to support the Natural Leaders Project’s Action Bingo Challenge. This year we worked with High Level Canoes and Kayaks to provide a guided canoe trip on the Oldman River! We hope that this experience on the land will reinforce a life-long love of the land!!
Read MoreWe are thrilled to announce that we can now accept cryptocurrency donations! A cryptocurrency donation allows you to donate a cryptocurrency such as Bitcoin or Ether to our organization via CanadaHelps. The donation is promptly converted into cash and is eligible for an instant charitable tax receipt.
Read MoreRattlesnakes spend much of their time on dry coulee slopes but will wander into cottonwood forests and wetlands in search of food. These snakes also enjoy sunning themselves on paved paths, so it is not uncommon to see them on pathways in some Lethbridge neighbourhoods. We have produced a Snake Safety video with the help of local snake enthusiast Ken Moore that provides expert tips and tricks to help avoid an unwanted encounter with rattlesnakes.
Read MoreYou can turn your vehicle donation into generous dollars to support Friends of the Helen Schuler Nature Centre Society! Working on our behalf, Donate a Car Canada will accept your vehicle for donation -- running, or not! Old or new! There is no cost to you, and the process is incredibly easy! You will receive a tax deductible receipt within 2 weeks of us receiving your donation!
Read MoreThe Helen Schuler Nature Centre is accepting applications to become a part of our dynamic naturalist volunteer team. No previous experience required. Adult, family, group and youth volunteers welcome and all training is provided.
Read MoreDid you know that Waterton Lakes National Park has more types of waters and a wider variety of species living in them than any other Canadian Rocky Mountain park? Volunteer as an Eco Ambassador to help protect these living waters.
Read MoreLed by the Lethbridge Naturalists’ Society and in collaboration with the Helen Schuler Nature Centre, we are proud to partner in the second-edition of the Checklist of the Birds of the Lethbridge Area. We printed 1,000 copies of the Bird Checklists and are now distributing them in the community. Additional copies are available at the Nature Centre as part of their brochure collection.
Read MoreAre you passionate about environmental education and the importance of nature? Are you an active community leader who wants to support nature interpretation in Lethbridge? We want you! We are recruiting board members with diverse backgrounds and a love of nature.
Read MoreThe Friends of Helen Schuler Nature Centre Society is active year-round in terms of grant writing, advocacy, and building our Society's capacity. In the past year, our efforts through 2021 have resulted in significant long-term support of the Nature Centre through a newly established Endowment Fund, an increase in awareness of our mission and vision in the community, as well as the addition of Davey the Snake to the team at the Nature Centre.
Read MoreDeveloping a Light Nuisance Bylaw for Lethbridge would allow people to become more aware of simple steps we can all take to reduce our impact on the local environment. By using light fixtures that are shielded, so they direct light only where it is needed, and using outdoor lights only when necessary we can help to reduce the impacts of light pollution in our community.
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