Learn & Discover at Shaw Nature Reserve

Adult and child netting in the river Shaw Nature Reserve offers a wide range of educational opportunities designed to connect people of all ages to the natural world. Whether it is a school program, an adult or family program, or an overnight experience at the Dana Brown Overnight Center there is something for everyone.

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School Programs

Students learning about turtles

Our school programs encourage students to interact with the natural environment that they are studying!

School Programs

Adult Programs

Adults enjoying an evening bike ride at SNR

Our adult education programs encourage a lifetime of learning and enjoying the outdoors!

Adult Programs

Kids & Families

A group netting in Brush Creek

All year round we offer a wide selection of activities for families to enjoy together!

Kids & Families

Summer Opportunities

Students surveying prairie flora

Summer programs offer exciting inquiry-based investigations outside the school setting!

Summer Opportunities

Dana Brown Overnight Center

Visitors mingle in the Assembly Building The Dana Brown Overnight Center is a cluster of historic buildings that provides an ideal setting for visitors seeking to strengthen their connection with the natural world. The Center is designed to accommodate a wide variety of groups. When school groups are not using the site, this is an ideal setting for retreats, workshops or corporate meetings.

Dana Brown Overnight Center