About Ellis Bird Farm
"Ellis Bird Farm is both a non-profit company and a working farm. It was established in 1982 to carry on the legacy of Lacombe-area conservationists, Charlie and Winnie Ellis, when their farm was purchased by Union Carbide Canada Ltd. At the time, Charlie and Winnie operated one of the largest bluebird trails in Canada and had established their farmstead as a haven for wildlife.

History

​​Objectives & Mandate Bird conservation, winter feeding, scientific studies, and educational programs are part of our objectives and mandate.

Board of Directors Ellis Bird Farm is very fortunate to have a hard-working, dedicated and talented Board of Directors.

Staff & Volunteers A massive thank you goes to our staff and volunteers for helping make Ellis Bird Farm all that it is!

Scholarships & Awards Ellis Bird Farm awards an annual scholarship to a local student and an award to Albertans who have made a significant contribution to bluebird conservation.





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             EBF 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
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​Ellis Bird Farm
Box 5090
Lacombe, AB
T4L 1W7
403-885-4477

Site Manager
 Myrna Pearman
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Hours of Operation
Monday, May 18 - Monday Sept 7
​Tuesday through Sunday 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Holiday Mondays 11:00 am to 5:00 pm
Please note that Ellis Bird Farm is closed on  most Mondays​
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Support EBF
Donations are welcome and gratefully accepted at Ellis Bird Farm, to ensure that we keep running.
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