Eagle Point - Blue Rapids Parks Council

05/28/2026

🍄✨ Calling all curious nature lovers! ✨🍄

As part of this year’s Moth Ball, we’re excited to welcome Alberta Parks for a special Marvelous Mushrooms Information Session! 🌲

Discover the fascinating world of fungi, learn about the important role mushrooms play in our ecosystems, and gain tips for identifying some of Alberta’s incredible forest fungi. Whether you’re brand new to mushrooms or already love exploring the woods, this session is sure to spark your curiosity! 🍄🪵

Check our our event page for more details and the full schedule.

📍 Part of the EPBR Moth Ball, July 16.
💲 FREE to attend
⚠️ Registration is required as space is limited

Come learn, explore, and celebrate the hidden wonders of the forest with us! 🌿

05/28/2026

Planning a visit to Eagle Point–Blue Rapids Provincial Parks?

Drayton Valley has convenient places to stay, with a range of accommodations whether you’re stopping in for a night or staying a little longer.

You’ll find full-service hotels with hot breakfasts, pools, and comfortable rooms, all within easy access to local trails, the North Saskatchewan River, and key attractions around the area.

Prefer something a little more outdoors? There are also RV parks and campgrounds nearby, including riverside sites where you can stay close to nature.

From quick overnight stays to weekend getaways, it’s an easy base for exploring a different side of central Alberta.

Start planning your visit:
👉 https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/

05/26/2026

🌲✨ Sneak Peek Alert! ✨🦋

Our June Newsletter Giveaway is shaping up to be a fun one for the young adventurers in your life! 👀

This month’s prize pack is packed with outdoor-inspired goodies including:
🧱 A LEGO Camper Adventure Set
🥤 EPBR Water Bottle and Drawstring Bag
🎒 Outdoor Gear & Nature Fun
🦋 Kids Exploration Tools & Activities

Perfect for curious kids who love camping, exploring, nature, and outdoor adventures! 🌿⛺

But before we jump into June… if you are already subscribed, don’t forget there’s still time to enter our Fishing Tackle Kit Giveaway before entries close May 28th! 🎣

Our newsletter is quickly becoming the best way to stay connected with:
✔️ Family-friendly events
✔️ Outdoor programs & camps
✔️ Nature activities
✔️ Community stories
✔️ Exclusive giveaways

https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/education/nature-news/

Tag someone who needs to see this! 👇

05/22/2026

🌲💚 Behind every trail, event, cleanup, and outdoor adventure at Eagle Point Blue Rapids is an incredible group of volunteers and community clubs making it all happen.

Our newest blog post highlights the people who help build, protect, and grow outdoor recreation in our region — from river cleanups and trail work to family events, education programs, and community fundraising. 🥾🐦🚣

If you’ve ever attended an EPBR event, explored our trails, or wondered how these spaces thrive, this story is for you.

📖 Read the full blog post on our website today:
https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/epbr-volunteers-community-outdoor-recreation/

05/21/2026

🧡 Students had the opportunity to take part in a meaningful First Peoples' Teachings at Eagle Point Blue Rapids. Through storytelling, learning, outdoor activities, and cultural connection, students explored Indigenous and Metis perspectives and traditions.

It was an incredible experience to see youth learning, asking questions, and building deeper connections to the history and culture of our region.

A huge THANK Pembina Pipeline Corporation for supporting the day and generously providing and BBQing lunch for the students and volunteers. Your support helped make this experience even more special for everyone involved.

We’re grateful to all of the educators, volunteers, presenters, and community partners who helped bring this important day to life.

05/19/2026

Looking for a one-of-a-kind venue close to Drayton Valley? ✨

The Rotary-Pembina Nordic Outdoor Education Centre offers a stunning natural setting on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River — perfect for weddings, family gatherings, corporate retreats, workshops, and special events. 🌿💍

With beautiful views, cozy rustic charm, and space for up to 98 guests, this hidden gem combines nature and community in one unforgettable location.

Dates fill quickly — contact us today to book your next event!
https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/outdoor-education-centre/

05/18/2026

To find out more visit us at: www.epbrparkscouncil.org/event/moth-ball-2026

05/16/2026

Meet our 2026 Summer Student!

Hi everyone! I’m Caidyn Purdy, and I’m excited to join the Eagle Point – Blue Rapids team as a Nature Education Assistant.

I love spending my time outdoors and helping kids learn through hands on experiences. I’m really looking forward to meeting your children and being part of their learning journeys.

05/15/2026

The results are in! We broke our previous record! Thirty seven volunteers scoured forests, parks, backyards, lakeshores and ponds to log 112 species of birds for our 9th Annual Eagle Point Bird Count!

In conjunction with World Migratory Bird Day and Global Big Day, the Eagle Point Team scoured forests, ponds, lake shores, parks and backyards to break our p...

05/13/2026

📬 Have You Checked Your Inbox Yet?

Our May newsletter is out now — and this month’s giveaway is LIVE! ✨

Be sure to scroll to the bottom of the newsletter for your chance to enter, plus catch up on all the exciting things happening at Eagle Point Blue Rapids this month, including summer camps, upcoming events, community programs, and outdoor adventures. 🌿☀️

Haven’t seen it yet? Check your junk folder just in case!

And if you love giveaways… stay tuned because we’ve got another fun one planned for next month too! 🎁

Not subscribed yet? Visit our website and join the mailing list so you don’t miss our June newsletter. https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/education/nature-news/

05/13/2026

🌎🐦 What an incredible day for Global Big Day at Eagle Point Blue Rapids!

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who joined us for this year’s bird count — from experienced birders to first-time participants, families, photographers, and curious nature lovers. Together, we explored trails, listened for songs in the trees, scanned the skies, and contributed valuable observations to a worldwide citizen science effort.

We loved seeing the excitement of spotting everything from tiny songbirds to soaring raptors, and the amazing photos shared throughout the day were a reminder of just how special our local landscapes are. 📸✨

Events like this are about more than counting birds — they’re about slowing down, connecting with nature, learning together, and building community outdoors.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the day a success, including our volunteers, guides, and community partners. We can’t wait to do it again next year!