Art Naturally

Art and nature education. Together!

Art Naturally gives K-8 students an opportunity to engage with nature and visual arts in one fun-filled day! Students spend half their day outdoors participating in science projects, guided by The Riverwood Conservancy's (TRC) experienced outdoor educators, and half their day in-studio creating a take-home art piece with the instruction of the talented instructors at Visual Arts Mississauga (VAM).

Bring your elementary school class to Riverwood and let your students experience the wonders of nature and the joy of creativity all in one fantastic field trip.

Program Options

Art Naturally offers a variety of nature education programs and visual arts programs. All nature education programs are designed to complement grade-specific Life Systems curriculum incorporating activities that promote land-based inquiry. Choose from one of the following nature education programs:

• Life in the Wetland
  • Explore Riverwood's wetlands and keep an eye out for the wildlife that inhabit the area! Learn about local beavers, muskrats, and waterfowl as we guide students through an unforgettable outdoor experience tailored to your learning needs.
• Urban Wildlife
  • Discover how urban wildlife and people can co-exist within one of the most diverse ecosystems in the Credit River watershed. Whether your focus is on life cycles, adaptations, food chains, or beyond, our teachers will guide your students through a curriculum-connected, seasonally appropriate adventure.
• Birds of Riverwood
  • Come face-to-face with wildlife at Riverwood! Connect with chickadees through a hands-on bird feeding experience, and explore our fields and forests to learn about local bird populations.
• The Credit River
  • Explore the banks of the Credit River in the heart of Riverwood. This year-round program highlights the importance of clean water and its vital role in sustaining life through engaging animal events as they happen. From the fall salmon spawn and winter tracking to spring migration, our teachers look forward to leading your class on a curriculum-connected adventure through this critically important habitat.

Then choose from one of these visual arts programs:

• Printmaking
• Drawing
• Painting
• Mixed Media
• Sculptural

Dates and Pricing for the 2025-2026 School Year

Dates for Art Naturally programs will be confirmed soon.

$27 per student ($405 minimum)

Additional fees apply to classes of more than 30 students or classes from outside of Mississauga