Eagle Point - Blue Rapids Parks Council

06/19/2026

🧪🔬 Calling All Young Scientists! 🔬🧪

Get ready for a day packed with hands-on experiments, messy fun, and amazing discoveries at our One Day Fun Day: Science Camp!

📅 July 24
⏰ 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
📍 Pembina Nordic Centre
🎒 Ages 9–12
💲 $75

Participants will become junior scientists as they:

🍦 Make their own ice cream
🌋 Create bubbling elephant toothpaste
💡 Design colourful lava lamps
🎨 Mix up natural ink using materials from nature
🧪 Explore the science behind each experiment through hands-on learning and discovery

This isn't a classroom lesson, it's a full day of experimenting, creating, testing, and having fun outdoors with friends!

Spots are limited, so don't wait to register.
https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/event/2026-science-camp-drayton-valley/

06/11/2026

Could your child spend a night in a shelter they built themselves?

At camp they'll learn:
✔ Teamwork
✔ Problem solving
✔ Outdoor survival basics

And have a blast doing it. Don't miss out!
https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/event/guardians-2026/

06/10/2026

🌧️ Rainy day? We adapt!

Yesterday's River Study program may have moved indoors, but the learning kept flowing. 💧

Caidyn delivered an engaging lesson, giving students a chance to experience real environmental science despite the weather.

At EPBR, we're passionate about creating hands-on learning opportunities that inspire curiosity and connect students with the natural world, whether we're on the riverbank or in the classroom.

Because great learning doesn't depend on perfect weather. 🌲

06/10/2026

🚨🌲 LAST CALL! 🌲🚨

The countdown is on!

Our June Newsletter goes out at 12:00 PM, and one lucky subscriber will win this amazing Outdoor Adventure Prize Pack featuring:

🧱 LEGO City Camper Van Adventure Set
🎒 EPBR Drawstring Backpack
🥤 EPBR Water Bottle
🦋 Insect Habitat & Nature Exploration Gear

Perfect for the young explorer, camper, builder, or nature enthusiast in your life!

If you're not subscribed to our newsletter yet, you want to be!
https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/education/nature-news/

Along with your chance to win, you'll receive:
✅ Upcoming events and workshops
✅ Family-friendly outdoor activities
✅ Nature tips and seasonal adventures
✅ Community stories and local discoveries
✅ Future giveaways and exclusive opportunities

Don't miss out—subscribe before noon and join the adventure!

🌲✨🦋🏕️

06/09/2026

"What Makes Our Camp Different?"

There are lots of camps...

But how many teach kids to:
🔥 Build a fire
🗺 Navigate with a compass
🏕 Build a shelter
🐾 Track wildlife
🎣 Try fishing and gold panning
🥾 Explore nature with real outdoor educators

At Guardians of the Park, every day is an adventure designed to build confidence, curiosity, and outdoor skills.

This isn't just a camp.
It's an experience they'll talk about all summer.

Only a few spots left for 2026, register today! 👇
https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/event/guardians-2026

06/08/2026

🏕️✨ Adventure is calling… and our next newsletter giveaway is ready to roll on June 10th!

One lucky subscriber will win this incredible LEGO adventure set — perfect for campers, explorers, and future outdoor adventurers.

Our giveaways are growing fast, and so is our amazing newsletter community! 💚

Not subscribed yet? Now’s the perfect time to join — because we’ve got even more exciting giveaways and summer adventures coming up!

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

06/04/2026

🌲✨ Meet the Educators Behind the Adventure ✨🌲

When your child joins our Guardians of the Parks Summer Camp, they're not just signing up for four days of outdoor fun—they're learning from a team of passionate educators, naturalists, and community experts who love sharing the wonders of nature.

🦋 They'll hunt for butterflies and insects with citizen science leaders.

🧭 They'll learn navigation skills while exploring forest trails.

🔥 They'll build shelters, cook outdoors, and discover practical wilderness skills.

🌿 They'll learn about local wildlife, plants, and ecosystems from people who spend their time exploring and protecting Alberta's natural spaces.

What makes our camp special isn't just what we do—it's who your child gets to learn from.

Our educators believe the best learning happens when kids can touch, explore, discover, and ask questions. Whether it's identifying a mystery insect, finding their way with a compass, or learning how animals survive in the wild, every activity is designed to spark curiosity and build confidence.

💚 We don't just teach kids about nature.

🌲 We help them experience it.

Join us this summer for hands-on adventures, new friendships, and unforgettable discoveries in the forests and trails of Eagle Point Park.

📅 Ages 7–9: July 7–10
📅 Ages 10–12: July 28–31
📍 Pembina Nordic Centre

Spaces are limited!

06/04/2026

🦋🔍 Become a Bug Explorer at the Moth Ball, July 16th! 🔍🦋

Have you ever wondered what lives in the grass beneath your feet, hidden among the leaves, or buzzing through the summer air?

Join Ilan and Daniel from the Alberta Native Bee Council for an exciting Bug Safari during the Eagle Point Moth Ball on July 16th and discover a whole new world of incredible insects!

🌿 Learn how scientists safely capture and observe insects using professional field equipment

🦋 Head out on a guided bug-hunting adventure

🔎 Get hands-on experience identifying your discoveries

🐝 Meet experts who can share fascinating facts about bees, butterflies, beetles, and more

🌎 Discover the amazing biodiversity thriving in our parks

This isn't just a nature walk, it's a chance to become a real explorer! Whether you're a curious kid, a budding naturalist, or an adult who still loves discovering new things, this adventure will open your eyes to the tiny creatures that play a huge role in our ecosystem.

You never know what you'll find when you start looking closely.

🎟️ Part of the Eagle Point Moth Ball
📅 July 16
📍 Pembina Nordic Centre

Bring your curiosity, your sense of adventure, and get ready to see nature from a whole new perspective!

Register here: https://www.epbrparkscouncil.org/event/moth-ball-2026

06/02/2026

🎣 Congratulations to our May Newsletter Giveaway Winner! 🎣

A huge congratulations to Terra Loader, who has won our May Fishing Tackle Backpack Giveaway! We hope it helps inspire some amazing fishing adventures this summer. 🐟🌲

Thank you to everyone who subscribed to our newsletter and entered the draw. We were thrilled with the response and love seeing so many people connecting with the programs, events, and outdoor opportunities happening at Eagle Point and Blue Rapids Parks.

👀 But don't worry if you didn't win this time...

Our June Giveaway is just around the corner!

This month we're giving away an awesome LEGO prize pack that's sure to spark creativity and adventure for the young (and young at heart)!

If you're not already subscribed, now is the perfect time to join our newsletter community. You'll receive updates on upcoming events, family programs, outdoor adventures, and be entered for future giveaways.

📬 Subscribe today and watch for details on our June LEGO Giveaway!

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

Thank you for supporting local parks, outdoor education, and community programming. Good luck in June! 🍀

06/01/2026

🌿 Discover the Power of Native Plants! 🌿

Looking to create a beautiful yard that supports local wildlife and pollinators? Join Brazeau County for an engaging afternoon exploring the benefits of native plants!

🌼 Learn how to identify native species
🐝 Discover how they support pollinators and local ecosystems
🌱 Get practical tips for your own yard or property
🚶 Enjoy a guided plant walk following the presentation

📅 July 8, 2026
🕐 1:00 PM – 3:30 PM
📍 Presentation: Brazeau County Office
📍 Guided Plant Walk: Pembina Nordic Centre

This FREE event is open to everyone, but registration is encouraged.
Register or learn more: 780-542-7777

Join us for an engaging and informative presentation on the many benefits of native plants, from supporting local wildlife and pollinators to creating resilient, low-maintenance landscapes.

Following the presentation at the Brazeau County office, we will head outdoors for a guided plant walk along a trail at the Pembina Nordic Centre. You will have the opportunity to see native species in their natural habitat, learn how to identify them, and gain practical tips for incorporating them into your own space.

Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned plant enthusiast, this is a wonderful opportunity to connect with nature and deepen your understanding of the local landscape. This is a free event brought to you by ALUS Brazeau, but registration is appreciated.

Please call 780-542-7777 to register or for more information.