Ellis Nature Centre

Connecting community with wildlife, agriculture, and industry. Promoting environmental education for all. Visit our cafe, visitor centre, gardens, & trails.

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Hello folks! We've decided that we will no longer be actively posting about ENC updates on X (Twitter). Please head over to our Instagram, Facebook, or website to stay up to date! https://t.co/IdVwz7TujG https://t.co/QXivpgykKu https://t.co/RzAWkumuvw

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We need your help to sell the final 14 copies of our 2025 calendar! They feature 13 stunning photos of our site, birds, farm animals, & more. Only $35 & all money supports our ongoing efforts. Please share this post or consider purchasing as a gift! Order: https://t.co/MxebXl3shG

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Donate today in honour of your loved one. For $100 you can choose between a bluebird or chickadee house and customize a plaque to go with it. Choose to have the birdhouse join our memorial fence, or a different spot with special meaning. https://t.co/M24UYRCfvz

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You can purchase Ellis Nature Centre eGift Cards now! Whether you're buying for someone who loves visiting ENC, a nature enthusiast, or an avid birder, we have something for everyone. Plus, gift cards can be used for our events or in the gift shop. Order: https://t.co/Rocybp4q7K

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Did you know that you can book our facility for events? Whether you're looking for a space for your next party, dinner, meeting, or family reunion, we have the space! We have a variety of rental options and even rates for other nonprofits. Email to book. https://t.co/PVU6mbqKWD

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Today, we pause to remember & honor the courage & sacrifice of those who have served & continue to serve. Their dedication and bravery inspire us to strive for a better, more peaceful world. Let’s come together in gratitude & respect & keep alive the memory of those who served.

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We still have 2025 calendars for sale! They feature 13 stunning photos of our site, birds, bugs, farm animals & more. All photos were taken by visitors or our staff and bring ENC right to your home. All $35 from each sale comes straight back to us. Order: https://t.co/MxebXl3shG

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Consider Ellis Nature Centre for your upcoming wedding! We have a variety of gorgeous outdoor spaces, as well as the option to rent an indoor space. Perfect for those looking for a small, intimate setting. We still have dates in 2025, reach out to us for more details & to book!

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We are always accepting donations! With your support we're able to keep our facility running, fund education programs, continue our stewardship initiatives, and most of all ensure that access to our site remains free for everyone. Donate today: https://t.co/Dm7JYzZvj3

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We're offering eGift Cards! This is the perfect way to treat the nature lover, bird enthusiast, or conservation advocate on your list. These gift cards can be used online or in our gift shop & can be used for events, workshops, & items. Order: https://t.co/Rocybp3Sic

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Are you a Friend of Ellis yet? Not only will your support help us continue our education, conservation, & stewardship efforts, but you get some pretty sweet bragging rights & the ability to visit when we're closed to the public. Register: https://t.co/Vuj7v7YjbM

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Help us sell out our 2025 calendars! They feature 13 incredible photos of our site, birds, animals, & more. Only $35, every dollar goes towards our education & conservation efforts. This is an excellent way to bring beauty into your home or office! Order: https://t.co/MxebXl3shG

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Final reminder to fill out our 2024 visitor survey! The responses we get from this survey help us learn the demographics of the people using our site, what people do most on their visits, & how we can improve the ENC experience. The link can be found in our bio.

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Did you hear that Friends of Ellis can visit our site in the off-season? If you've always wished that we were open in winter or spring, you can make that dream come true! For only $20 you'll get access to exclusive perks, such as visits in the off-season. https://t.co/Vuj7v7YjbM

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Last call to complete our 2024 event survey! If you attended one of our events this season, we want to hear about it so we can learn which events people liked best, ones they'd like to see again, and get ideas for the new events people want us to offer. Link in bio!

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We were honoured on Friday to be awarded non-profit of the year by the @LacombeChamber! This is a massive recognition from the Lacombe community & we were grateful to be chosen. Thank you for your support, donations, and visits which allowed us to be recognized in this way.

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We're still looking for a new cafe operator to start in 2025! Our new operator will have experience in the food industry, excellent management skills, & be able to create a menu focused on local, homemade food. Please help us spread the word! Full details: https://t.co/xJdcDZ7gMB

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Don't forget that if you visited us in 2024, we want to hear from you! By filling out our visitor survey you let us know who is using our site, what activities people like most, and how we can improve. The survey will only take a few minutes, find it through the link in our bio.

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Get your hands on our 2025 calendar! If you love visits to ENC, you'll love the 13 stunning photos of our site, birds, bugs, & gardens. They'll give you a sneak peek of some of our 2025 events! Only $35 & all proceeds support our education efforts. Order: https://t.co/MxebXl3shG

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Don't forget to fill out our event survey if you attended one of our events this season, as its only open until Nov 1! This survey will help us learn which events people liked most, which events to bring back, & types of new events we can offer. The link can be found in our bio.