LYNX Nature Inspired Education

Is your child’s classroom big enough? 🏔️🍃

At LYNX Nature Inspired Education, we believe learning should happen beyond the desk. We offer a unique hybrid model for Grades 1–9 that balances academic structure with the freedom of the outdoors. We call it Nature Inspired Education.

☀️ Mornings: Teacher-directed online learning or parent-directed home education. 🌲 We even offer onsite mornings and busing in Calgary!
🏕️ Afternoons: Our students head outside! For our students in Calgary, Cochrane, and Okotoks, the natural world becomes the classroom.
Ready to see the LYNX difference? Come to our Open House!

📅 DATE: Thursday, June 18
📍 LOCATION: 3311-49 St SW, Calgary (Right next to Mother Teresa Church)
⏰ SCHEDULE: 7:00 pm – Mix & Mingle: Grab a coffee, tea, or juice, fuel up with some trail mix and granola bars, and find a comfortable spot.
7:10 pm – LYNX Program Overview: The presentation and main discussion begin, followed by a Q&A session.

Bring the whole family and discover a better way to learn. We can’t wait to meet you! 🐾

🌿 Discover the Plants and Animals of Nose Hill Park 🌿

Are you curious about the rich cultural significance of Nose Hill and its deep roots in Calgary’s history?

Join us for a meaningful walk through this beautiful natural environment park with Métis biologist Berna-Dean Holland. She’ll be sharing her knowledge about the plants and animals in the area based on her lived experiences and their cultural importance and uses for Métis people.

🖊️ During the walk, you’ll also take part in a journaling and drawing activity—this is a chance to slow down and reflect about what you’ve learned in a creative and personal way. This is a unique opportunity to connect with nature, culture, and community.
Don’t miss out—spaces are limited, so sign up today! We’d love to see you there.

Thursday, June 18
10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Meet at Nose Hill Park Brisebois Parking Lot https://g.co/kgs/wdxeKjZ
✔️ Click here to book (space is very limited) - https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/discover-the-plants-animals-of-nose-hill-park-tickets-1989617307927?aff=oddtdtcreator

Notes
• Expect an easy to moderate hike with some elevation gains
• This event is for participants 7 years of age and older (children must be accompanied by an adult)
• All supplies for the journaling and drawing activity will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own supplies if you like.
• Please come dressed and prepared for the weather (walking shoes, hat, sunscreen, insect repellent, water, umbrella, blanket to sit on, etc.)

May starts today & runs until May 31.
Help us count Plants in the Weaselhead at our event this Saturday. Sign up below.
Can't make it? Snap photos of plants seen in the Weaselhead and upload to iNaturalist to add to our project!
https://theweaselhead.com/home/eventregistration/?sheet_id=58

Happy Birthday, Xena! It’s a purrr-fect day to celebrate our Canada lynx as she turns 14! 🐾 🥳

Xena is known for her striking tufted ears, oversized paws, and watchful personality. She’s a favourite among guests and staff alike!

Fun fact: Canada lynx have extra-large furry paws that act like natural snowshoes, helping them walk across deep snow while hunting in the wild! ❄️🐾

And the excitement doesn’t stop here - Xena and Artemis will soon be getting a brand new habitat as construction on Project Carnivora begins this summer! We can’t wait to create an exciting new space for our lynx to explore and for guests to enjoy. With a water feature and natural landscape, this new habitat is going to be pawesome!

For more information on Project Carnivora, please visit https://www.buildingourzoo.com/carnivores/

🐻 Calling all teachers, educators, and lifelong learners: let’s talk bears!

Get ready for a Parks Canada virtual adventure: A New Grizzly HQ.
Join Exploring By The Seat Of Your Pants and Peak Discovery on May 27 at 11 am MDT.

There’s a new grizzly in Waterton Lakes National Park, and he’s searching for the perfect place to call home. 🏞️🌿🏔️
Wetlands? Grasslands? Alpine heights? You decide!

🐾 Together, we’ll explore three incredible ecoregions and discover what makes each one unique; all while helping this four-legged explorer choose his new headquarters.

🎉 Don’t miss out on this educational adventure, register today: https://parks.canada.ca/pn-np/ab/waterton/activ/decouvertes-tours/virtuelles-virtual

Going Wild in Cochrane 🦌

Presented by the Town of Cochrane, experience an evening of wildlife, conservation and storytelling with renowned conservationist Brian Keating.

Learn more about the natural spaces and wildlife that shape the Bow Valley while connecting with local conservation organizations through interactive exhibits and engaging conversation.

📅 Thursday, June 11
🕖 7–9 p.m.
📍 Cochrane RancheHouse Theatre
🎟️ Free tickets available on Eventbrite

Learn more and register: cochrane.ca/nature