Nature Centres | Grand River Conservation Authority

Our five nature centres offer a variety of programs for teachers and students, children and families, youth and community groups.

Our goal is to provide unique, hands-on programs that teach environmental concepts and foster an appreciation for the natural world. Our staff are dedicated, professional and enthusiastic nature interpreters.

Our environmental education program is currently under review. Some programs have been suspended, while others have limited availability. As per the GRCA Fee Policy (196 KB PDF), please see Fee Schedule 1 Outdoor Environmental Education Programs and Services (627 KB PDF) for a list of fees.

Programs of interest to parents and guardians

Connect with Nature at Home (Activities and lessons for home learning and connecting with nature.)
Day camps during school breaks and PD Days - Not currently being offered.
Eco-adventure birthday parties - Not currently being offered.

Programs of interest to teachers and students

Connect with Nature at Home (Activities and lessons for home learning and connecting with nature.)
School Programs
Children's Water Festivals
Private school, homeschool and preschool programs - Not currently being offered.

Programs of interest to group leaders

Youth and community group programs - Limited availability. If you are interested in scheduling a program at one of our nature centres, please complete this form and we will contact you when space becomes available.
Badge programs for Guiding and Scouting - Limited availability. If you are interested in scheduling a program at one of our nature centres, please complete this form and we will contact you when space becomes available.

List and locations of our nature centres

Apps' Mill Nature Centre
- 308 Robinson Rd., Brantford (View a map showing Apps' Mill)
Guelph Lake Nature Centre
- 7677 Conservation Rd., Guelph (View a map showing Guelph Lake)
Laurel Creek Nature Centre
- 525 Beaver Creek Rd., Waterloo (View a map showing Laurel Creek)
Shade's Mills Nature Centre
- 450 Avenue Rd., Cambridge (View a map showing Shade's Mills)
Taquanyah Nature Centre
- 870 Townline Rd. West, Cayuga (View a map showing Taquanyah)

Photos

See photos on our Flickr page showing students, groups and families enjoying our Nature Centre programs.