More Than a Festival —
It’s a WonderFULL time.
You’re not just looking for something to do. You want a reason to get outside, to connect, to see your kids light up as they meet a hawk, a turtle, or a beekeeper for the first time.
Wildlife Festival is Elachee’s biggest event of the year — and one of the best ways to experience everything we’re about in a single, unforgettable day.
Why It Matters
Because preserving nature takes all of us — and it starts right here, with you.
When you attend Elachee’s Wildlife Festival, you’re not just joining an event — you’re stepping into an experience. One that connects people to nature, sparks curiosity, and strengthens a shared commitment to protect what matters. Elachee is more than trails and ticket discounts. It’s a community effort — one that cares for 1,440 acres of protected forest, safeguards native wildlife, and ensures the next generation grows up with their feet on the trail and wonder in their eyes.
Your ticket supports hands-on science programs, live animal exhibits, and the kinds of moments that ignite discovery and shape young minds. It helps keep nature wild and welcoming — not just for today, but for the future.
Find Your Way
Back to the Woods
Because nature isn’t just for kids. It’s for anyone who needs a reset, a breath of fresh air, and a day that actually feels like summer.
2025 Wildlife Festival Sponsors
Recurring Event Series
What’s Happening at Elachee
Wonder Doesn’t Happen Just Once.
Our recurring experiences invite you to return again and again, with the individual sessions that explore science, nature, creativity, and discovery.
Young Explorers Club
This hands-on program invites children to learn, discover, and explore through a blend of indoor activities, outdoor adventures or guided hikes, and an animal experience with one of Elachee’s resident ambassadors.
Women of the Woods
Find your confidence, build your skills, and connect with community in the great outdoors!
Wild Wisdom
Join expert speakers, authors, and specialists in their fields for engaging discussions and guided experiences exploring topics from birding to geology to climatology.
2026-2027 Elachee Nature Academy Info Session
Join us for an information session about Elachee Nature Academy’s 2026-2027 school year!
Sips and Stars
Join us for Sips and Stars, a relaxed evening for adults (21+) that blends astronomy, atmosphere, and a laid-back night outdoors at Elachee.
