Ellis Bird Farm

Book Launch of Charlie, Winnie and the Bluebirds

Myrna Pearman's new book, Charlie, Winnie and the Bluebirds has arrived at last, and it's everything we had hoped for: the full history of Ellis Bird Farm alongside bright photographs detailing our journey. EBF hosted Myrna's official book launch as part of our Opening Day festivities and we had a full house for the event. The book is now available for purchase in our gift shop, or you can purchase it online here for $19.95.

EXPERIENCE going on a bluebird trail to check boxes

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Volunteer Opportunity for Bluebird Festival

Ellis Bird Farm is looking for volunteers for our annual Bluebird Festival on Saturday, July 13th. We're seeking individuals willing to commit to two hours blocks during the hours of 1PM until 5PM, overseeing craft stations. We'll provide you with water and ice cream and an opportunity to hang out with the Purple Martins and the nature-loving public. Contact us at info@ellisbirdfarm.ca or 403-885-4477 if you would be interested in helping us out.

Celebrating Father's Day

On June 16th, Ellis Bird Farm enjoyed a fantastic day of activities celebrating Father's Day. Special thanks to Linette Miller from the Lacombe branch of TD Bank, for being on hand while we recognized the contribution from the TD Friends of the Environment Fund. This donation, along with funding from Quinn Contracting, enabled us to create our Nature Discovery Packs. These Packs are now available in the Visitor Centre to lend out to families while they are onsite. The TDFEF donation also made possible our new addition: the Nature Playhouse built by Wayne Froese of Top Peg Timber Frames. This whimsical new structure is built from recycled wood material that Wayne has fashioned into a playhouse with doors, windows and hidey-holes for kids to discover nature. Our own EBF staff facilitated visitors in building toad and salamander houses and the Alberta Amphibian and Reptile Conservancy were of great assistance teaching visitors about our amphibian, reptile and insect species down at the waterfront. What a wonderful busy day it was!

Basic information

Hours of Operation
Tuesday through Sunday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Holiday Mondays 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
*Admission to EBF by drop-in visitors is by donation.
*Tour groups must book ahead.
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Event Calendar Check out our summer
FAQ Questions you might have about EBF
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The Owlets Have Now Fledged!
Meet Tyson, Bree and Buster. Photos HERE

WISH LIST

Wheelbarrow
Household brooms
Yarn and plastic lacing cord
Umbrellas to loan out to visitors on rainy days
Wooden or nature-based plastic beads for our school and day camp programs
Old fashioned one-speed bike (to keep the farmstead theme of EBF). This would be used for staff to open and close the gate and other errands around the site.

Leaf blowers
Bistro sets (small table, two chairs)
Shoelaces (new or lightly used)
World globes
Craft supplies, tempera and acrylic paints for crafts
Golf cart

Donations are welcome and gratefully accepted at Ellis Bird Farm, to ensure that we keep running.