BLESS Nature Centre

08/19/2026

Sorry for the wait!

Week 9 "Climate and Conservation" registration is now open!
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/week-9-climate-and-conservation-tickets-1992395747314?aff=oddtdtcreator

On our last week, we will learn about weather and how to lower our impact on natural areas, local to global!

Activities include:
- Identifying and removing invasive species
- Planting and weather crafts
- Weather permitting, safe observation of the sun!

A parent/guardian must be present for attending children.

As always stay tuned for any updates!

Learn how everything comes together and how we can protect it.

08/19/2026

Week 9 "Climate and Conservation" registration opens this Wednesday August 19th at 12:00 PM.

On our last week, we will learn about weather and how to lower our impact on natural areas, local to global!

Activities include:
- Identifying and removing invasive species
- Planting and weather crafts
- Weather permitting, safe observation of the sun!

A parent/guardian must be present for attending children.

As always stay tuned for any updates!

08/16/2026

Hello Everyone!

Here are some photos from friday nights Moth watch.

All in all, we did manage to attract some small moths, some water boatmen...and many mosquitoes.

While we didn't have much luck, some large moths did pass by. So with a few changes, we might see more in the coming days.

Instead of one large setup, there will be multiple stations folks can visit!

Our next moth night will be this Wednesday, August 19th. Please be sure to bring bug spray and long-sleeve clothing as there are still many mosquitoes. While we start at 8:30PM, arriving at 9:00PM is better as its much darker.

Hoping for good weather and clear skies!

08/13/2026

Hello Everyone!

Tonight's moth viewing event will be cancelled due to poor weather.

Fear not! moth's night will return this Friday and next week!

As this is a drop-in activity, no registration is required! They will be held at the day-use shelter, next to the parking lot.

In addition to moths, we will have a telescope to look up at the stars!

Events like this are very weather-dependant, so please monitor BLESS Nature Centre for any updates!

Send a message to learn more

08/05/2026

Week 7 & 8 "Insects" registration is now open!
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/week-7-8-insects-tickets-1992395346114?aff=oddtdtcreator

From wetland waters to open meadows, join us as we look at the abundant instects of Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park.

Week one - Forests and Meadows(August 10-14):
- Monday-Friday: Insect-catching Safari's
- Wednesday & Friday: Special drop-in astronomy and moth-viewing nights

Week two - Wetlands(August 17-21):
- Monday-Friday: Pond-dipping
- Wednesday & Friday: Special drop-in astronomy and moth-viewing nights

You can choose from one of two time slots:
Monday to Thursday = 10-11am or 2-3pm
Friday = 2-3pm

A parent/guardian must be present for attending children.

As always stay tuned for any updates!

08/03/2026

Week 7 & 8 "Insects" registration opens this Wednesday August 5th and 12:00 PM.

From wetland waters to open meadows, join us as we look at the abundant instects of Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park.

Week one - Forests and Meadows(August 10-14):
- Monday-Friday: Insect-catching Safari's
- Wednesday & Friday: Special drop-in astronomy and moth-viewing nights

Week two - Wetlands(August 17-21):
- Monday-Friday: Pond-dipping
- Wednesday & Friday: Special drop-in astronomy and moth-viewing nights

A parent/guardian must be present for attending children.

As always stay tuned for any updates!

08/02/2026

Hello everyone!

Since flooding has mostly receded, we will be having this week's bird walks in the forest!

As always we will first meet at the shelter then head out on our walk!

Here are some tips to enjoy your walk:

🦟 Bring bug spray!

🦟 Bring long sleeve clothing that you can take off. It helps stop mosquitoes.

🥾 Bring rubber boots, the trails are still a little muddy.

🚫 Avoid bringing strollers or wagons, the trails are too narrow and bumpy.

If you have a pair of binoculars, feel free to bring them!

08/02/2026

Our annual birds of prey event returns this Friday, August 7th from 2:00-3:00PM!

Join us as the Alberta Society for Injured Birds of Prey introduces us to Alberta's incredible raptors and shares why they are so vital to our ecosystem.

Registration is already open under birds week!
https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/week-5-6-birds-tickets-1992394394267?aff=oddtdtcreator

07/27/2026

Hello Everyone!

Today's afternoon bird walk will be cancelled due to a severe thunderstorm 😞

Consider packing a poncho or raincoat for this week's walks as more rain is expected!

Stay tuned for more updates!

07/27/2026

Hello Everyone!

This week's bird walks will take place in Lois Hole Centennial Provincial Park. We will first meet at the day use area shelter, then head out to the wetland for our walk.

If you have a pair of binoculars, bring them!

Since a lot of folks missed mammals week, I will bring some mammal pelts for everyone to enjoy!

As always please monitor BLESS Nature Centre for any updates!