Allan Brooks Nature Centre

250 Allan Brooks Way, PO Box 20038
BC
V1T 9L4
Phone: (250) 260-4227
http://www.abnc.ca

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The Allan Brooks Nature Centre is a "community based project" supported by it's members, volunteers, donors, sponsors, partners, granting agencies and admission fees. We rely heavily on community resources for our success in nature interpretation and habitat conservation.

The Nature Centre provides visitors a first-hand opportunity to see and learn about the North Okanagan's unique and diverse natural heritage through views, information, programs and displays of the region's natural areas. The Centre occupies the old Vernon Upper Air Weather Station overlooking the city of Vernon. It is ideally situated on a grassland knoll at the confluence of the Okanagan and Coldstream valleys. Three lakes and five ecosystems can be seen from this site and a total of nineteen points-of-interest provide spectacular, panoramic views of the North Okanagan and its diverse ecosystems.

Environmental Commitment

Habitat Stewardship at the Allan Brooks Nature Centre:
- Naturescaping: Landscaping around the Nature Centre uses native plants adapted to conditions in this grassland area so very little water, and no pesticides or fertilizers are required. Find out how to use naturescaping in your yard to provide food and shelter for wildlife while decreasing cost and labour.
- Native Grassland Restoration: Although the grasslands at the Nature Centre were altered in the past, the site is being restored by volunteers, and becoming a grassland showcase. A small seasonal pond is under construction.
- Stewardship Resource Centre: Inside, there is information on how you can play a role in stewardship - from taking care of wetlands and watersheds, to making sure your pets do not become predators of birds and other wildlife.

Social Commitment

The Allan Brooks Nature Centre is committed to promoting the enjoyment of nature and increasing awareness of habitat conservation through environmental education and nature-related activities in the North Okanagan region.

Habitat Stewardship in the Community: The Allan Brooks Nature Centre has been working in partnership with government agencies and other community organizations to support and encourage conservation and stewardship of important habitats in the North Okanagan.

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Resources > Civil Society*** > Nature & Biodiversity
Resources > Ecosystems, Wildlife & Biodiversity
Resources > Green Living/Sustainable Living > Home & Garden
Resources > Green Living/Sustainable Living > Liveable Cities & Communities

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