Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park

Alberta Parks

Park Programming

The Secrets of SWC’s Old Growth Forest
Guided Hike
Wednesday, August 28: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Boardwalk Trailhead — Parking Lot
Join a Park Interpreter for a hands-on interpretive hike on the Boardwalk Loop Trail to learn about the Secrets of Sir Winston Churchill PP’s Old Growth Forest. The hike is about 1.2km in length, but does have some elevation changes and uneven hilly terrain features.

Mushrooms, Working 9-5 & 5-9
Friday, August 30: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Campground Store Lawn Weather permitting, may be moved indoors to Campground Amphitheatre (Loop C)
Come meet our colorful crew of mushrooms and learn about the role of fungi in the forest! From big bracket fungus to little brown mushrooms, each and every one has an important job to do in helping the forest thrive. What a way to make a living!

Boreal Forest Photo Walk
Guided Hike
Saturday, August 31: 9:30am - 11:30am
Starting from Deck behind Amphitheatre (Loop C)
Whether you are looking for sweeping vistas or prefer to focus on the macro details, this 3km guided hike provides time to capture those magical moments and compose the perfect shot along some trails you may not have hiked in the park. No minimum skill level or camera quality required. All photographers (especially the aspiring) welcome. This program is not wheelchair or stroller accessible.

Bear Essentials
Amphitheatre Talk
Saturday, August 31: 7:30pm—8:00pm
Campground Amphitheatre (Loop C)
Bear-y Special Amphitheatre Presentation

Saturday, August 31: 8:00pm—9:00pm
Campground Amphitheatre (Loop C)
Display, Bear Craft, & FAQs: Join a Park Interpreter and learn all the Bear Essentials you need to know when camping and recreating in Alberta Parks this season!

Starlit Stories
Saturday, August 31: 9:30pm—10:30pm
Deck behind Amphitheatre (Loop C) Weather permitting, may be moved indoors
Join the Park Interpreters for a night of stargazing! Relax under the night sky as we share captivating tales of the constellations, explore the myths and legends behind the stars and do some introductory star & moon gazing.

Art in the Park
Sunday, September 1: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Campground Amphitheatre (Loop C)
Take some time with your family and enjoy a peaceful morning outside while creating a keepsake to capture your visit to Sir Winston Churchill Provincial Park.

Boreal Birds Guided Hike
Guided Hike
Sunday, September 1: 2:00pm—3:00pm
Starting from Deck behind Amphitheatre (Loop C)
Join a Park Interpreter for a hike on the Miyo Mahkamikisi Loop Trail to learn about the birds of Sir Winston Churchill. The hike is about 1km in length, with an accessible hard-packed trail, suitable for all ages and abilities.

Birds of SWC Display & Craft
Sunday, September 1: 3:00pm—5:00pm
Campground Amphitheatre (Loop C)
Display & Bird Craft Following the hike, or drop-in anytime during this time to discover some of the birds from near & far who call the boreal forest home. Plus, create a craft to remind yourself of our feathered friends.

The Secrets of SWC’s Old Growth Forest
Guided Hike
Sunday, September 1: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Boardwalk Trailhead — Parking Lot
Join a Park Interpreter for a hands-on interpretive hike on the Boardwalk Loop Trail to learn about the Secrets of Sir Winston Churchill PP’s Old Growth Forest. The hike is about 1.2km in length, but does have some elevation changes and uneven hilly terrain features.

Tickets / Registration

All Alberta Parks interpretive family programming is on a drop-in basis and for park visitors of ALL AGES. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

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Meet at: Sir Winston Churchill PP Campground Amphitheatre (Loop C)

Fee: Free

Amphitheatre Show Evening Program Family Program Free Free Drop In Guided Hike / Walk
Updated: Aug 27, 2024