A generous $5,000 grant from a Donor Advised Fund at the Community Foundation of Lethbridge and Southwestern Alberta will support fieldtrip experiences for youth participating in the Natural Leaders Project (NLP). Thank you to the generous donor who connected to our cause! Positive outdoor experiences, learning from the land is the best way to nurture the next generation of residents who feel a strong sense of connection to nature and our local environment.
Read MoreDuring the month of September Lowe's customers were asked to make a donation at checkout in support of the Friends of Helen Schuler Nature Centre Society. The total of donations received from customers was $2,787. This amount was then matched 50% by Lowe's. Together the total amount raised by the campaign was $4,180.50!
Read MoreWe are thrilled to recognize one of our Friends, Alex Onody, for his dedicated contributions to the annual Coulee Cleanup conservation program. Alex’s sustained efforts to keep Whoop Up Drive looking its best is commendable and noticed by thousands of commuters ever day traversing this scenic corridor across the Oldman River.
Read MoreAs Nature Alberta celebrates 50 years of service to our province, they are asking members of organizations like ours to consider joining them as a member to add another voice in support of the active appreciation and conservation of Alberta’s natural environment.
Read MoreATB Cares has increased their match from 15% to 20% of every dollar donated online! Donate now to receive an instant tax receipt, and we will receive your contribution to support our mission! Some conditions apply. Please let us know if you supercharge your donation this way!
Read MoreThe Friends of Helen Schuler Nature Centre Society is active year-round in terms of grant writing, advocacy, and building our Society's capacity. In the past year, our efforts through 2020 have resulted in significant improvements at the Helen Schuler Nature Centre, development of new publications, and a major pivot in our efforts in response to a global pandemic. Read on to learn more…
Read MoreIf you have walked through the Lethbridge Nature Reserve Park you have likely noticed the construction fences have been removed at the site of the new and improved Co-op Community Classroom!
The project is almost complete!
Read MoreTogether we hosted 3 presentations for 323 attendees and raised an estimated $3,400 total towards the Endowment Fund! It is unfortunate we are unable to complete our season's presentations due to the COVID-19 global pandemic.
Read MoreThe Friends of Helen Schuler Nature Centre Society is active year-round in terms of grant writing, advocacy, and building our Society's capacity. In the past year, our efforts through 2019 have resulted in significant support of Helen Schuler Nature Centre programs, special events, conservation volunteers, and overall awareness of the Nature Centre’s role in the community. Read on to learn more…
Read MoreThe Helen Schuler Nature Centre is thrilled to recognize Carol Leriger for her generous contribution of $20,000 towards the Outdoor Learning Classroom & Amphitheatre project. This marks the largest personal donation in the history of the Helen Schuler Nature Centre’s 37 years of operation!
Read MoreMajor donation from Co-Op Community Spaces program helps to launch a new Outdoor Learning Classroom and Amphitheatre space at the Helen Schuler Nature Centre!
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