Environmental Learning Center

Environmental Learning Center

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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 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
Fourth Sunday 11 AM Walking Meditation 

Coming Up!

9-11 AM Guided Kayak Excursions  5/14, 5/16, 5/17, 5/21, 5/24, 6/21, 6/28 (or by appt)

5/17 9 AM & 10:30 AM Little Wonders Toddler Group

5/18 2-3PM Godspell Jr. performed by the Riverside Theater Youth (Free Admission to the ELC beginning at 1 PM)

5/21 Noon “Dementia 101”

6/2 – 8/4 9 AM Wild Lagoon Summer Camps Begin!

6/5 2 PM Volunteer Orientation

6/7, 6/14 9:30 AM Dolphin Drift: SUP Yoga 

6/14 & 6/15 National Get Outdoors Day & Father’s Day (Free Admission Weekend)

6/14 9 AM Nature’s Palette Workshop

6/21 9 AM Summer Solstice at ELC

Monthly Happenings

May Little Wonders Spring Surprises

May Little Wonders

Spring Surprises 5/17 ~ 9-10 AM or 10:30-11:30 AM Take your little one on an adventure as we explore our campus to discover the many surprises and change that happen with

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Pilates webpage

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

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May 2025 Newsletter ELC

May 2025 Newsletter

April was buzzing at ELC, and now we’re rolling into a summer full of ways for you to unwind, explore, and connect. Kids can stay active and get outside at

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Gifford youth orchestra april 2025

April 2025 Highlights

April 2025 was all about connection and community. From Earth Day celebrations and youth programs to volunteer appreciation and the debut of our mobile touch tank, we brought nature to

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