Environmental Learning Center

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Environmental Learning Center Our mission is to educate, inspire and empower all people to be active stewards of the environment and their own well-being.
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A 64-acre lagoon island nonprofit nature center with trails, kayaks, pontoon trips, aquariums, exhibits, art galleries, field trips, camps, events, an eco-boutique gift shop, and venue rentals A 64-acre island nature center on the Indian River Lagoon, one of North America's most biodiverse estuaries. 2 mi of boardwalks & trails; 4docks, 1500 gallon aquarium/touchtank/hands-on exhibits, canoe/kayak & pontoon boat trips; butterfly garden, mud kitchen, native plant garden, nature art galleries, children/adult/family programs, facility rentals for events, and a unique eco-boutique.

Gather somewhere unexpected.Holiday parties under the twinkle lights. Celebrations on the lagoon. Team outings with a li...
10/16/2026

Gather somewhere unexpected.

Holiday parties under the twinkle lights. Celebrations on the lagoon. Team outings with a little adventure.

Bring your people. Make it memorable at ELC.

Message us your date and guest count for availability and pricing or check out or venues in more detail on our website, https://www.discoverelc.org/venue-rentals/

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10/16/2026

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Field trip fun at the ELC! 🐢This week, Fellsmere Elementary did our Pond & Plankton Lab, while St. Helen Catholic School...
10/15/2026

Field trip fun at the ELC! 🐢

This week, Fellsmere Elementary did our Pond & Plankton Lab, while St. Helen Catholic School tried one of our newest activities, Florida Flora Explorers!

There was plenty more to explore and discover, but here are a few highlights from their adventures! 📸

Outdoor Explorers has a NEW time and a new adventure!Our next program is Misunderstood Monsters! We’ll slither into the ...
10/14/2026

Outdoor Explorers has a NEW time and a new adventure!

Our next program is Misunderstood Monsters! We’ll slither into the world of snakes and lizards, discover what makes these creatures so special, and learn about the important roles they play in nature. 🦎 Along the way, we’ll see why these often-misunderstood animals deserve a little appreciation!

🕐 NEW TIME: 1–2 PM
📅 October 24
🌱 Ages 6–9

Space is limited! Register by visiting DiscoverELC.org/outdoor-explorers

Join us this Saturday for a guided nature walk at beautiful Sebastian Inlet State Park! 🌴Explore the natural beauty of o...
10/13/2026

Join us this Saturday for a guided nature walk at beautiful Sebastian Inlet State Park! 🌴

Explore the natural beauty of our local ecosystems, enjoy the fresh air, and discover something new along the way.

🎉 SPECIAL OFFER: Buy One, Get One 50% OFF! Bring a friend, your partner, or the whole family and make it a nature-filled Saturday!

Register by visiting DiscoverELC.org/guided-nature-walk

Your week of nature and adventure starts here!☀️ A few highlights:🌅 Sunset Guided Kayak Tour – Friday at 5:15 PM🌿Guided ...
10/12/2026

Your week of nature and adventure starts here!☀️

A few highlights:
🌅 Sunset Guided Kayak Tour – Friday at 5:15 PM
🌿Guided Nature Walk – 9:30 AM at Sebastian Inlet State Park (SPECIAL OFFER: Buy one, get one 50% off!)

Saturday plans? Browse the Nature Nook, wander the boardwalks, explore the aquariums, nature playscapes, and meet the cr...
10/10/2026

Saturday plans? Browse the Nature Nook, wander the boardwalks, explore the aquariums, nature playscapes, and meet the critters in our touch tank. Make a day of it at the ELC!

What a great way to end the week! We had an amazing time on today’s field trips with Sebastian Elementary School of the ...
10/09/2026

What a great way to end the week!

We had an amazing time on today’s field trips with Sebastian Elementary School of the Arts and Space Coast Academics. Thank you for spending the day with us and making it a great day of outdoor learning! 🌿

Ready to get creative? 🎨On October 25, join Dabble In Color for a guided painting class: Lagoon Palette: Sea Oats!This ...
10/08/2026

Ready to get creative? 🎨

On October 25, join Dabble In Color for a guided painting class: Lagoon Palette: Sea Oats!

This is a beginner-friendly painting workshop inspired by one of Florida’s iconic coastal plants.
You’ll be guided step-by-step in creating this 12" x 12" sea oats painting.

No experience necessary, just come ready to paint and enjoy the afternoon.

October 25 | 1–3 PM
Register by October 21 at 7 PM by visiting DiscoverELC.org/guided-painting

LAND TO SEA: Science-Driven, Nature-Based Solutions for Healthier Waterways 🌊What if the way we landscape our shorelines...
10/07/2026

LAND TO SEA: Science-Driven, Nature-Based Solutions for Healthier Waterways 🌊

What if the way we landscape our shorelines could help protect the Indian River Lagoon?

Join us November 5 from 12–1 PM for a FREE presentation as part of our Currents & Connections: Speaker Series with Natalie Stephens, Research Associate with the Ocean Research & Conservation Association (ORCA).

Discover how ORCA’s Land to Sea Initiative uses living and buffered shorelines to:
-Improve water quality
-Reduce erosion
-Enhance wildlife habitat
-Increase coastal resilience

Learn how ORCA and trained citizen scientists monitor restoration projects over time, measuring their ecological benefits and gathering the scientific data needed to guide future conservation efforts.

RSVP ahead of time by visiting DiscoverELC.org/currents-connections

Address

255 Live Oak Drive
Vero Beach, FL
32963

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 5pm
Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm
Saturday 8am - 4pm
Sunday 8am - 4pm

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+17725895050

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