Outdoor Learning Conference 2025: Full Schedule

Welcome to the 2025 Outdoor Learning Conference

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8:00am MDT

Connecting to the Land - A hike at Iya Mnathka FULL

Thursday May 8, 2025 8:00am - 12:00pm MDT

Please note, this field trip will be meeting at the Jenny Belzberg Theatre. Please see the attached map for how to get there from the Kinnear Centre.

Start your Outdoor Learning Conference on ‘foot’ and enjoy a beautiful hike at Iya Mnathka (Mt.Yamnuska), which is considered the gateway to the Rocky Mountains. Alberta Parks Environmental Education Specialists will lead you through experiences to deepen your personal connection to this protected land and provide learning activities you could share with students. Be prepared to be outside for the entire morning as we acknowledge and connect with the land we’re learning on together.

Please note there is a $20 cost associated with this field trip. You can pay this fee through the following link: https://takemeoutside.ca/ol-conf-fieldtrip-payment/

Session Host

Alberta Parks - Kananaskis Country

Speakers

Vicki Perkins

Environmental Education Coordinator, Alberta Forestry & Parks

Vicki (she/her) grew up on the traditional territory of the Huron-Wendat, Haudenosaunee, Anishinabeg, Seneca, and Chippewa peoples. Time spent among the majestic white pines and flowing waters sparked her passion for nature and storytelling. For over 25 years, Vicki has worked internationally... Read More →

Andrea Barnes

Environmental Education Specialist, Alberta Parks - Kananaskis Country

Andrea is passionate about teaching and learning outdoors. She has been the Formal Education Specialist with Alberta Parks in Kananaskis Country for over 20 years where she has been developing, delivering, and evaluating field experiences for students and professional development... Read More →

Thursday May 8, 2025 8:00am - 12:00pm MDT
Jenny Belzberg Theatre (Bus Area)

Optional Field Trip

Outdoor Learning Conference 2025