School Programs

Fish Creek Provincial Park has many environmental education offerings, ranging from kindergarten to Grade 12. Students stimulate their curiosity while enjoying nature explorations that support school curriculum set by Alberta Education. We support teachers in planning their park visit with programming either conducted by our Environmental Education staff or self-delivered.

All school programs take place at the Fish Creek Environmental Learning Centre and include access to an indoor classroom and washrooms.

Elementary Programs

Elementary programs are teacher-led. Alberta Parks staff will provide the group with an in-depth orientation. Teachers are responsible for leading their class on the trails. Parks staff will remain at the Learning Centre and provide support throughout the day.
Teachers must attend a 1.5 hour on-site orientation before their program date, to learn about the facility, trails, and program.
K-6 bookings are available for a maximum of two classes per day.

Junior/Senior High Programs

Junior and senior high programs are led by an Alberta Parks staff member, who will be with your group the entire day.
Grade 7-12 bookings are available for one class per day (maximum 35 students).

Accessibility

We support the participation of all students in park experiences and programs, regardless of ability. Please contact us at [email protected] to discuss how possible accommodations for your students’ unique needs can be made.

Booking Information

Fees

Program fees are listed under each individual program.
Schools are invoiced after the program, with an on-line credit card payment. Cheques are also accepted, payable to the “Government of Alberta”.
Transportation to and from the field study site is NOT included.
Subsidized programs are available to eligible CBE and CSSD schools through the Learning Naturally Program. Please contact [email protected] for more information.

How to Book

Booking requests for Fall/Winter programs area accepted beginning June 1 each year.
Booking requests for Spring/Summer programs are accepted beginning January 2 each year.

To request a program, email [email protected] with the following information:

School name, address and telephone number
Teacher name(s) and email address(es)
Grade(s)
Number of classes and number of students per class
Program requested
Preferred dates (Please list at least three)
Any dates that will not work for your class

If you have any questions, please send an email to [email protected] or call 403-297-7927.

Bring Your Class to Fish Creek Provincial Park Without a Program

Complete the free school group registration here.

Looking for activities to do during your school’s visit? Browse through teacher-led activities and resources on our Nature Source Learning Resources page.