Kananaskis Country

Alberta Parks

Nature Connections

A Kananaskis Conservation Pass is required to park your vehicle in Kananaskis and the Bow Valley.

    Join us for a full-day field study in the breathtaking landscapes of Kananaskis Country with Alberta Parks! Designed for grade 6 students, this immersive science program dives into the Living Systems curriculum by comparing two distinct ecosystems. Students will hike 3.5 km as they engage in hands-on exploration, interactive games, and activities that uncover how abiotic and biotic features interact to form ecosystems. This field trip fosters a meaningful connection to the land while highlighting the vital role Alberta Parks plays in protecting the province’s diversity of life.

Nature Connections KC
Grade(s): 6
Curriculum:
  • Science
Themes:
  • Ecosystems are complex systems of abiotic and biotic components.
  • The characteristics of an ecosystem affect the diversity of organisms that live in it.
  • Alberta has many different types of ecosystems.
  • Through the scientific method, ecosystems can be measured and compared.
Type:
  • Field Study
Duration: Full-Day
Location: Troll Falls, Evan Thomas Recreation Area
Max. Group Size: 35
Fees: $210
Availability: May - October
Updated: Mar 20, 2025