Discover ELC
The heart of education, conservation, and our community.
Welcome to the Environmental Learning Center!
64-acre lagoon-island Nature Center located in the heart of the beautiful and diverse Indian River Lagoon in Vero Beach, Florida.
We are open seven days a week to the public (free to members, or with paid admission). Visit our 2000 gallons of aquariums, touch tank, and live animal exhibits, stroll miles of boardwalk nature trails, and enjoy our many outdoor picnic and play areas and wellness programs. We offer daily pontoon tours, and kayak and paddleboard rentals for eco-adventures, as well as guided nature and bird walks. Group programs are available. We provide a vast array of experiences fostering human connections to the natural world and knowledge about our Florida native environment.
Our Mission is to educate, inspire and empower all people to be active stewards of the environment and their own well-being.
Recurring Events
Daily Wild Lagoon Boat & Paddle Eco-Tours
Monday & Wednesday 4:15-5:15 PM Pilates with Janice
Wednesdays 3-5 PM Wild Wednesdays – Unstructured Play for Homeschoolers
Wednesdays 3-4 PM Chair Yoga
Fridays 3-4 PM Yoga
Saturdays 11:30-1:30 PM Unplug + Play
Fourth Sunday 11 AM Walking Meditation (except June)
Coming Up!
9-11 AM Guided Kayak Excursions 6/28, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26 (or by appt)
6/2 – 8/4 9 AM Wild Lagoon Summer Camps Begin!
6/14, 7/19, 7/26 9:30 AM Dolphin Drift: SUP Yoga
6/14 & 6/15 National Get Outdoors Day & Father’s Day (Free Admission Weekend)
6/21 9 AM Summer Solstice at ELC
7/3 2 PM Volunteer Orientation
7/26 8 AM Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup
Let’s Explore
Monthly Happenings
June 2025 Newsletter
Summertime is here, and we are ready! Check out this photo of our summer camp crew. Such an amazing group of educators and interns, and we can’t wait to welcome
Pilates with Janice
Feel Stronger, Move Better: Join Pilates at the ELC Every Monday and Wednesday from 4:15-5:15 PM in the Lagoon Room. Looking to improve your core strength, balance, and posture in
Dolphin Drift: SUP Yoga
This beginner-friendly, yin-based yoga class runs from June through late August and is perfect for all levels.
Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup
Mark your calendars and roll up your sleeves! On Saturday, July 26, 2025, the Environmental Learning Center (ELC) is proud to partner with the Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup, a region-wide
Summer Solstice at ELC
Celebrate the longest day of the year on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at 9:00 AM with a morning of connection and renewal. Begin with a guided kayak tour through the
Father’s Day Weekend at ELC
Celebrate Outdoors. Celebrate Dad. Enjoy FREE Admission to the ELC on June 14 & 15! We’re honoring National Get Outdoors Day and Father’s Day weekend with two full days of
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