Animal Adoptions

Symbolic animal adoptions are a great way to support the care of your favourite animals here at Scales Nature Park.  A one year animal adoption costs $100.  You will receive a signed certificate of adoption, and you will be acknowledged as an “Animal Adopter” at the animal’s enclosure and our website.  You can also come and visit your adopted animal throughout the year, as an annual membership is included. A personal, behind-the-scenes tour of the facility and meeting with your adopted animal is included on your first visit.

Sponsor an Exhibit

Would you like to support wildlife conservation and advertise your business at the same time?  Why not sponsor an exhibit at Scales Nature Park?  With three sponsorship levels and a variety of exhibits, there are lots of opportunities!  Please contact us for more details.

Volunteer Opportunities

We are always interested in new volunteers!  There are many possible activities to get involved with.  Scales Nature Park was built using volunteers, and will continually appreciate their support and motivation. Give us a call to discuss your interests!

Volunteer activities at Scales Nature Park are eligible for school community service hours.  Volunteer experience is also an excellent stepping stone towards ‘Employment’

 

Internships

Internships are generally unpaid positions that entail a greater commitment of time than the average volunteer, usually over a period of 4 to 12 weeks.

We are always happy to take on interns from various outside sources such as post-secondary animal care programs.  We can adapt a course of activities to meet the needs of your program, and your interests.

 

Employment

If you are interested in working at Scales Nature Park, we encourage you to contact us to discuss your interests and experience.  If you are applying for a specific position, feel free to forward your resume and a covering letter (.pdf or .doc) via email to info@scalesnaturepark.ca

At this time, we are seeking candidates for the following positions:

Reptile Educator/ Keeper

Duties will include: perform outreach and on-site educational programs about native and exotic reptiles, assist with the maintenance of a large captive collection of native and exotic reptiles, amphibians, and fish, and assist with the development of a nature centre and related programs

Strong oral communications skills required. Positions require speaking to crowds, answering questions, and supervising the handling of animals. Positive attitude and willingness to help people get over their fears are essential. Most aspects of animal husbandry will be routine. Valid Class G driver’s license and good driving record required for most positions. Flexibility regarding scheduling is important. Fluency in French, Cree, or Spanish is an asset. Accommodation may be available on-site. Funding approval for some positions is still pending, and is often dependent on student status.

Wish List!

Do you have stuff you no longer need? Want to make a more personal contribution to Scales Nature Park? Check the list below for items that we are in need of.

Nature Books (especially children's books for our Reading Nook)

Plants (live and fake, for exhibit beautification)

Firewood (the facility is largely heated with a wood burning furnace)

Shovels, Rakes, Wheelbarrows, Hand Tools

Aquarium Supplies (especially pumps and filters)

Dehumidifiers (any size, as long as it works!)

Not on the list? Contact us!