Environmental Learning Center

Environmental Learning Center

Treasure Coast Waterway Cleanup

Treasure Coast 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 initiative to remove debris from our precious waterways. Register Here This year’s cleanup is being led by our ELC EcoAction Citizen Science Partners Program. Event […]

July 2025 Newsletter

ELC Summer Camps 2005

Summer camp is going swimmingly! We are having a blast with our campers. Huge shout-out to our educators, junior counselors, interns, and all of our ELC staff who make the magic happen. In addition, we have lots of other summer programs happening, including visits from other camp groups, plus our special recently completed 11th annual […]

June 2025 Highlights

ELC Spoil Island Pontoon Kid Swinging Vero Beach

June 2025 marked the start of our busy summer season. We kicked off summer camps, wrapped up Literacy on the Lagoon, and completed renovations with new floors and doors in the lagoon gallery, thanks to the John’s Island Foundation. Between SUP yoga sessions, pilates classes, and all the outdoor programming, it was a month of […]

Pilates with Janice

Pilates webpage

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 a beautiful natural setting? Join us for a one-hour Pilates-based fitness class at the Environmental Learning Center (ELC). This full-body workout includes a mix of […]

Volunteer with the ELC!

volunteering

Join us for our next volunteer orientation on August 7 at 2 PM. Orientations take place on the first Thursday of the month. Join us for an introduction to the Environmental Learning Center (ELC) with a guided campus tour and hands-on experiences, including the touch tank, pontoon guide, and education sessions. Bring a friend and […]

Dolphin Drift: SUP Yoga

Dolphin Drift: SUP Yoga

This beginner-friendly, yin-based yoga class runs from June through late August and is perfect for all levels.

Father’s Day Weekend at ELC

Father's Day 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 nature play, hands-on exhibits, and peaceful trails. Whether you’re exploring with kids, celebrating Dad, or just looking for a breath of fresh air, the ELC […]

Celebrate Sustainably: Eco-Friendly Tips for Your ELC Event

Eco-Friendly Party Decor Ideas

Planning an Event at the ELC? Here Are Some Beautiful, Eco-Friendly Swaps to Celebrate Sustainably Hosting an event at the Environmental Learning Center means celebrating surrounded by natural beauty, and we’re here to help you protect it. As a nature preserve and educational center, we’re committed to sustainability in everything we do. That’s why we […]

June 2025 Newsletter

Summer 2025 Camp Staff ELC

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 community kiddos for immersive adventures in nature. There’s still room for a few more!  Be sure to take advantage of our free admission days on National GO […]

May 2025 Newsletter

May 2025 Newsletter ELC

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 our week-long Wild Lagoon Summer Camps, while grown-ups can try something new with our paddleboard yoga classes and a special Summer Solstice paddle and mindfulness […]