Environmental Learning Center
Environmental Learning Center
Environmental Learning Center
The heart of education, conservation, and our community.
A 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.
Daily Wild Lagoon Boat & Paddle Eco-Tours
Mondays 8-9 AM Tai Chi & Balance
Wednesdays 1-3 PM Wild Wednesdays – Unstructured Play for Homeschoolers
Wednesdays 1:30-2:30 PM Chair Yoga
Fridays 1-2 PM Yoga
Saturdays 11:30-1:30 PM Unplug + Play
9-11 AM Guided Kayak Excursions 1/24, 2/1, 2/5, 2/7, 2/12, 2/19, 2/22, 2/26 (or by appt)
1/28 8-9:30 AM Beginners’ Bird Walk
1/25 10-6 PM Lagoonapalooza
2/6 2-4 PM Volunteer Orientation
2/7 5-8 PM Valentine’s Mangrove Magic
2/8 9 AM Broadway Babies
2/15 11 AM Lunch & Book Signing with Roger Hammer
2/18 8-9:30 AM Beginners’ Bird Walk
ELC provides visitors with hands-on learning opportunities to explore the Indian River Lagoon ecosystems and discover the complex connections between us and the natural world.
ELC inspires conservation by recognizing and appreciating other living organisms and demonstrating how our actions impact the environment and our health.
ELC empowers the community to restore and protect the Indian River Lagoon, an estuary of national significance, by utilizing and sharing its campus for learning, exploring, collaborating, and celebrating.
Valentine’s Mangrove Magic is a one-of-a-kind event that seamlessly blends romance, adventure, and family-friendly fun, all set against the breathtaking natural backdrop of the Indian River Lagoon.
Join us every 3rd Tuesday of the month (January-March) for a beginners’ bird walk at the Environmental Learning Center in Vero Beach, Fl.
Windsor presents Roger Hammer Native Wildflower Photography on exhibit for the months of January and February. Roger’s stunning wildflower photography is on display and for sale in the two ELC galleries
Eugenia Native Plant Society Meeting February 20th at the ELC.
Join Us February 8th at 9 AMTheme: Under the Sea Featuring Mommy-and-Me style musical theatre class for 0-4 years. Bop to the beat of Broadway Showtunes! “We wear costumes, play
Join the Y-ELC group for these free events to learn about native plants and explore the Indian River Lagoon through hands-on seining activities!
Calendar
Monday - Friday | 8 AM - 5 PM
Saturday | 8 AM - 4 PM
Sunday | 8 AM - 4 PM
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