Kitchener Natural Areas Program

Through our Kitchener Natural Areas Program (KNAP), we offer events and learning opportunities for people of all ages. We run these programs at Huron Natural Area and other spaces in Kitchener.

On this page:

1. About the program
2. Current events
3. Cost

About the program

The Kitchener Natural Areas Program (KNAP) is an environmental program that promotes the stewardship of our natural spaces by:

• engaging the community in environmental stewardship projects
• educating people about our natural areas
• creating opportunities for people to experience nature in the city

We offer this program through partnerships with:

• Nature Connect
• Humans in Nature

Help shape the future of KNAP

We are currently exploring the opportunity to expand KNAP’s volunteer and educational programs to give Kitchener residents more opportunities to learn about and engage in the protection and enhancement of Kitchener’s trees and natural areas.

Until March 15, visit EngageWR.ca/KNAP to let us know what educational programming and volunteer stewardship opportunities you are most interested in. This feedback will be used to help shape new programs, including learning opportunities and hands-on volunteer experiences.

Current events

Our program schedule has a variety of programs to help you get in touch with nature and yourself through guided hikes, meditations, mindfulness practices and educational guided walks. Visit our calendar to explore all our upcoming programs.

Winter program schedule

• Saturday, January 24: Embracing Winter - Guided Nature Walk at Huron Natural Area
• Saturday, February 7: Embracing Winter - Guided Nature Walk at Huron Natural Area
• Saturday, February 28: Winter Yoga Hike at Huron Natural Area
• Friday, March 20: Spring Equinox Forest Bathing at Huron Natural Area

Cost

Most events are free. If there is a fee, we will include it in the program description.