8 Free Elk Island National Park Interpretive Programs and Tours to take this Summer
Take advantage of the Canada Strong pass this summer and explore Elk Island National Park. While you’re there, wandering the trails or spending time kayaking on Astotin lake, visit the many interpretive programs and tours offered - almost every week this summer.
Elk Island National Park Interpretive Programs and Tours in Edmonton
When: Weekends
Bison Backstage is the exclusive, behind the scenes look at bison conservation at Elk Island. Visitors will be led through the Plains Bison Handling Facility and along the way will learn about the history of bison, how they affect the prairie landscape around them, and how parks staff continue the ongoing role in bison conservation efforts. This is a 1-hour walking tour that covers approximately 1 kilometer over uneven ground.
When: Weekends & Select Weekdays
Discover artifacts, talk to a Parks Canada interpreter, and watch movies on the big screen. Create your own memories and inspire a deeper connection in this interactive space.
When: Friday
Gather around to listen to park interpreters share a collection of stories about the rise and fall of bison. Arrive early to save your spot.
Beaver Town: Exploring a Beaver Neighbourhood
When: Saturdays
Uncover the land and water that is shaped by busy beavers. Why are beavers considered “ecosystem engineers”? What does the presence of a beaver mean to the rest of their neighbourly companions? Dig up the answers to these questions and more!
When: Friday
Settle in next to a campfire to hear dark sky stories that have fascinated people for generations. Arrive early to save your spot!
When: Sunday
Experience the stories and adaptations of the people who have called Amiskwaciy home across the last thousands of years, through the lens of archaeology.
When: Monday to Thursday
Stop by for fun daily activities! From archaeological history to community science, stop by for a different activity each day.
