Kids in the Garden Programs
Our Kids in the Garden programs are designed to captivate and inspire participants, foster curiosity, and encourage critical thinking while aligning with Alberta curriculum standards. Our commitment to finding unique ways to connect kids of all ages with nature is sure to add an extra layer of excitement to your next outing resulting in memorable educational experiences for your class.
Field trips aren’t just for school kids! Do you have a work team-building day coming up? A Guides or Scouts group looking for an exciting activity? Does your family picnic need some adventure? How about an interactive garden day to celebrate your birthday? All groups are welcome to book a program at the Botanic Garden! Come join us for a unique day out in nature and add some new knowledge to your repertoire in the process.
To book your program, check out the programs below, then submit a request through this form.
Programs
Wildlife of Alberta
Immerse your classes into the captivating ecosystems that animals call home and bring ecological concepts to life with our Wildlife of Alberta program. Adapted to all grade levels, and adults too, this 2-hour program focuses on the complex and dynamic relationships between wildlife and their ecosystems. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about food webs, symbiotic relationships, biotic and abiotic components of ecosystems, local backyard species and their adaptations. This diverse program covers topics ranging from the basics of animal adaptations to complex interactions in ecosystems, so all ages can discover the fascinating world of wildlife. Participants will embark on a nature walk, engage in an interactive game and look at fascinating artifacts, creating an exciting experience for all!
Wetland Wonders
Embark on an adventure to delve deeper into Alberta’s amazing and wonderful Wetland Wonders, a program catered to Grades 3 to 12 and adults too! Budding environmentalists will learn the vital role of our wetlands through interactive games, such as pond catching and water quality testing. Activities help participants further their understanding of human threats to ecosystems, animal diversity, adaptations, how wetlands are classified as keystone ecosystems and the different components of water body health. Join us for this 2-hour experience where learning meets excitement in our local wetland ecosystems!
Terrific Trees and Plants
Root around in the world of nature and delve into the importance of trees, plants and their relationships in this immersive program tailored to all grade levels and even adults. Participants will look into plant physiology, unique adaptations, different habitats and their components and how plants help humans in our daily lives. This 2-hour Terrific Trees and Plants program will take you through the different worlds thriving in our showhouses and out into Alberta’s local ecosystems to explore the complexity and beauty of trees and plants!
Interesting Insects
Feeling buggy? Join us for the Interesting Insects program! This interactive program, catered to all grades and adults too, dives into the hidden world of insects and how they interact with the ecosystems they live in. Participants will discover these fascinating creatures through lively interactive games and insect catches. Learn what makes a bug a bug, the process of metamorphosis and the fascinating life cycles of different insects. This 2-hour program will ignite curiosity and create lasting memories while exploring the large realm of insects!
Interpreter Field Trips
- Includes admission for up to 35 children
- Two-hour guided activities with a Garden interpreter
- Self-guided the rest of the day
- Cost is $315 per group
Kids' Kits
- Includes admission for up to 35 children
- Self-guided learning — no interpreter
- Kids' Kits are rented for a two-hour time period and returned at the end
- Cost is $240 per group
To book your program, please submit a request through this form.
If you have questions, please get in touch with our Bookings Team at 780-492-3138 or uabg.bookings@ualberta.ca