Natural Wascana

One of Wascana Centre’s mandates is to be devoted to conservation of the environment. Within the Centre’s boundaries is an impressive marsh ecosystem that many species of mammals, birds, fish, amphibians, reptiles, insects and plants call home. It is an extraordinary place to explore nature without leaving the city. Check out Wascana Centre's Naturalist Blog to find out what's happening around the park.

Wascana Junior Naturalists

This exciting new program was initiated in the fall of 2009. It is geared for children aged 9-13 who are interested in wildlife and the environment. Learn more about the program and how to register. Here's our Jr. Nationalist Photo Album.

Interpretive Programming

Recently, Wascana Centre has launched an exciting new interpretive program aimed at educating today’s youth about the wonders that nature has to offer right in Wascana Centre. Schools can hike through the Habitat Conservation Area, see birds being banded, visit the display ponds, bike around the park and so much more! We also provide in-class programming so students can learn about Wascana Centre in their own classroom. One of the highlights of our in-class presentations is that we bring live animals right into the classroom! We provide programming during all seasons.

Canada Geese in Wascana Centre

With an increasing urban Canada Goose population, Wascana Centre Authority is actively managing the Wascana Flock, to ensure a balance between Canada Geese and park users. Click here for more information on our management program and for banding results.

Wildlife in the Centre

Coming Soon: checklists and information about the many animals around Wascana Centre.

Poa’s Page

Click here to meet our ambassador owl, Poa. Poa is an imprinted Short-eared Owl who travels to schools with the Wascana Naturalist as he shares information about Wascana Centre. Refer to the interpretive programming page if you want Poa to visit your class.

Monitoring Avian Productivity & Survival Banding Station

After Wascana's first summer of running the MAPS program in the Centre check out our banding results, look at the photo gallery and find out more about the program.

Friends of Wascana Marsh

Friends of Wascana Marsh is a not-for-profit, volunteer run organization created to help ensure Wascana Marsh is preserved for nature while at the same time profiling the value of the marsh in outdoor education and tourism.

Submit your wildlife questions or comments to Wascana Centre's very own Park Naturalist. Check in regularly to the The Natural Side of Wascana Centre for your answer.