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EDUCATION PROGRAMS.
Calgary Wildlife brings awareness to the community through educational programs for schools, youth, adults, community groups, and other organizations across Calgary and the surrounding area. Our programs highlight the value of wildlife rehabilitation, promote harmony with urban wildlife, share fascinating facts about physiology, adaptations, and migration, and spark conversations about how human activities impact wild animals. These experiences foster lasting positive connections with the wildlife that lives alongside us.
Our Presentations Include:
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An introduction to who we are, what we do, and why it matters
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Inspiring wildlife rehabilitation stories
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Interactive elements like songs, sounds, biofacts (pelts, skulls), and more
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A special visit from a live ambassador animal (available only in the Marvelous Marmot Program)
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Discussion of human-caused injuries, their impact on wildlife, and how we can help
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Guidance on what to do if you find an orphaned or injured wild animal
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Fascinating insights into animal physiology, habitats, life cycles, and beyond
Travel Fees: Travel feels apply for locations outside of Calgary, Cochrane or Airdire.
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$25 up to 50km.
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$50 between 50-100km.
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$100 between 100-200km.
Did you know you can book more than one program on the same day? We encourage this whenever possible, as it makes scheduling easier, reduces travel costs, and lowers emissions — creating an even greater positive impact for wildlife.
With our education ambassador Marmalade, we can also offer up to two back-to-back presentations in one day.
Wild Wise Program Series
Let’s get to know our urban wildlife! Wild Wise is a five-part series (skunks, beavers, magpies, bats, and porcupines) designed for elementary-aged students. Each program explores animal behaviours, adaptations, and needs, while fostering positive community connections to reduce human-wildlife conflict. Schools can book a single program or enjoy multiple sessions from the series. Every presentation includes a video song and dance, an urban wildlife journal, and a sticker for teachers to use with their students.
Step into the paws and claws of our wild neighbours through song, dance, drama, and more!
Program length: 60 minutes
The Marvellous Marmot
Have you ever heard a high-pitched whistle while in the mountains? That’s the hoary marmot, a unique creature known for its vocal warnings, playful wrestling, and lengthy hibernation. These charming dandelion eaters are a delightful sight on high elevation hikes. But how is climate change affecting their distribution? How do they fit into our ecosystem? What dangers do they face?
This program also includes a visit from our animal ambassador Marmalade (a hoary marmot). Sign up for a program today and learn about these captivating animals!
Program length: 45 minutes
Owls and Pellets
Whooo wants to learn about owls? The Owls and Pellets program uses videos, pictures, and biofacts to help your group learn about owls in Alberta. How do owls hunt their prey? Are owls only active at night? Can they turn their head all the way around? Learn about this and more! This program is a HOOT! Students finish with an owl pellet dissection.
Each program includes 10 pellets that students can dissect in groups of three (class of 30); or additional pellets can be purchased at $8/pellet.
Program length: 60 minutes
Pellets can also be purchased through our shop at $8/pellet without the purchase of a program. Our pellets are medium-large size. Please see our online store here.
Our education owl has retired so there is no live owl in this program. Owl pellets are included.
Calgary Wildlife:
Who We Are and What We Do.
Designed for young adults and adults, the Calgary Wildlife: Who We Are and What We do presentation offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the important work we do. You’ll learn about our history, our diverse programs, the wildlife species we care for, and practical ways to coexist with urban wildlife. We’ll also share real-life rehabilitation case studies for a deeper understanding of our impact.
The presentation wraps up with a chance to explore fascinating urban wildlife biofacts up close.