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Camps start June 2nd and run until August 8th.
$295 per week (ELC members get a 10% discount)
Scholarships are available!
Free Admission June 14 & 15 (Saturday and Sunday)
Explore our trails, touch tank, aquariums, playscapes, and more as you reconnect with the natural world that grounds and guides us. This Father's Day, we celebrate all the dads who nurture, protect, and adventure alongside us, and the Earth that does the same.
June 14 from 9 AM to 12 PM - $40/person
A family-friendly art experience focused on ephemeral art - a creative form that uses natural materials like leaves, rocks, and flowers to create temporary masterpieces in the landscape.
Reserve Your Spot
Saturday, June 21 from 9 AM to 1 PM
Celebrate the longest day of the year with a morning of connection and renewal. Begin with a guided kayak tour through the mangroves, followed by a heart-centered mindfulness practice in nature.
Attend one or both sessions.
More Details
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June 7 & 14, July 19 & 26 at 9:30 AM - $45/person
This is a 60-minute yin-inspired yoga class held on stand-up paddleboards, ideal for beginners and those seeking to unwind on the water. No paddleboarding or yoga experience is necessary!
Register Here
Every Monday & Wednesday from 4:15 - 5:15 PM
$5/person donation appreciated
This full-body workout includes a mix of standing and floor exercises designed to build stability, flexibility, and fluidity of movement.
Register Here
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Daily group tours are available or book a private experience.
Private guided tours are available with advance notice or register for a scheduled tour.
Available 7 days a week!
Contact us to schedule a private tour for your group!
Request a field trip today for your school, team, class, staff, family, co-workers, or friends.
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- Wellness Activities
- Pilates - Every Monday & Wednesday at 4:15 PM
- Chair Yoga - Every Wednesday at 3 PM
- Yoga - Every Friday at 3 PM
- Walking Meditation - Every 4th Sunday at 11 AM (except June)
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- Become a Member - Ask about our new digital membership e-cards!
- Donate - Support young minds and wild spaces
- Sponsor - Support our mission while exposing your company to over 36,000 visitors a year.
- Host Your Next Event at ELC - Host your next event surrounded by nature, tailored to your needs.
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On-Site Support
- Greeting visitors
- Campus maintenance
- Office support
- Touch tank
- Painting & carpentry
- Merchandise and promotion
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Educational Programs
- Field trips
- Canoe paddling & boating
- Kayak guide
- Pontoon boat guide
- Roving nature guide
- Summer camp help
- Photography & video
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Community & Events
- Communications
- Fundraising
- Community outreach
- Information table
- Event coordination
- Food and beverage hospitality
- Attend networking events
- Secure sponsors & auction items
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Life Span 12-25 years
Weight 4-18 LBS
Top Speed 55 mph
The ELC has a small population of bobcats living throughout the salt marsh habitat of the Campus! Recently, a bobcat family was spotted & filmed in the thick of the mangroves, the patriarch of the family had a large fish in its mouth!
The bobcat (Lynx rufus) is a medium-sized cat native to North America. The bobcat is named because of its short, bobbed tail. It is a medium-sized cat, slightly smaller, though similar in appearance to the lynx, its cousin. Its coat color ranges from shades of brown or beige, with spots or lines of markings in black or dark brown. Males are usually larger than females, and size also varies significantly with their geographic location, with bobcats from the north typically being larger than the ones in the south.
Bobcats are crepuscular (active mostly during twilight). They keep on the move from three hours before sunset until about midnight, and then again from before dawn until three hours after sunrise. Each night, they move from 3 to 11 km (2 to 7 mi) along their habitual route. Bobcats hunt by stalking their prey and then ambushing with a short chase or pounce. In the daytime, they rest and sleep in a den, which could be a hollow tree or a rock crevice, with one individual using several dens in its home range. These cats are highly territorial and will mark their range with scent and make distinctive claw markings on trees to let others know of their presence. The males have a large range, which will often overlap several smaller female territories, though cats will not interact with each other until the breeding season in the winter. During the rest of the year, bobcats avoid each other to minimize the risk of being injured during a fight. The bobcat hardly ever vocalizes, although it often yowls and hisses during the mating season.
View the Bobcat Video
Photo and Video Credit: Jacob Askin
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- Godspell Jr. Performed by the Riverside Theatre Youth
- Volunteer Orientation
- Pilates with Janice
- Guided Kayak Excursions
- Mother's Day Celebration
- Little Wonders
- Sebastian Inlet: Past, Present, and Future – Navigating 106 Years of Progress
- Lunch & Learn - Dementia 101
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Did You Know?
We’re committed to making our programs accessible to everyone:
- Scholarships: Available for camps and programs based on financial need.
- Free Admission: Offered daily to individuals on public assistance.
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Leave a Legacy That Lasts
Legacy giving is a powerful way to ensure your values live on. By including the ELC in your estate plans, you can continue to support education, conservation, community, and the Indian River Lagoon and create an impact for future generations.
Not only does legacy giving offer the deep satisfaction of making a difference, but it may also provide valuable tax advantages for you and your loved ones. With thoughtful planning and professional guidance, your gift can go even further.
You have the power to shape the future of the ELC by fueling compassion, support, and meaningful change. Consider mentioning the ELC in your will, and let your generosity be remembered for years to come.
For more information or any questions, please contact Give@DiscoverELC.org.
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Join Us In Welcoming Evan English to The ELC Foundation Board
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THANK YOU TO OUR CORPORATE SPONSORS
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Thank you to our partners:
Vero Flash & Gould Cooksey Fennell
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Environmental Learning Center
255 Live Oak Drive, Vero Beach, Florida 32963
DiscoverELC.org 772-589-5050
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