We promote best practices to conserve & protect nature through our events. Our research focuses on Mountain Bluebirds, Tree Swallows, & other cavity-nesting birds. Located in the heart of central Alberta, Ellis Nature Centre is both a working farm as well as a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of Mountain Bluebirds, Tree Swallows and other native cavity-nesting birds. Drop-in visitors and tour groups are welcome at Ellis Nature Centre during the summer months, when we are open to the public. We invite you to stroll the trails, enjoy the beautiful gardens, see the world's largest outdoor collection of bluebird nestboxes, take a tour out to our bluebird trail, visit the Visitor Centre and linger in the Tea House. Butterfly gardens, orchards, native wildflower gardens, hummingbird gardens and water gardens are linked by a network of trails, including an extensive wheelchair path. Check out our website for more information on our Tea House, Programs and Events! There is no charge to visit Ellis Nature Centre but donations are welcomed. Ellis Nature Centre is closed on Mondays, unless it is a holiday. Ellis Nature Centre is proudly supported by MEGlobal Canada.
