About the ELC...
The John Inskeep Environmental Learning Center (ELC) is an outdoor classroom that was created from an abandoned jam cannery. A mile of trails crosses the five-acre landscaped site, providing easy access to ponds, a creek, and wildlife habitat.
At the ELC, you can see:
- The headwaters of Newell Creek
- Ponds with fish, ducks, turtles, and insects
- 250 different species of native and ornamental plants
- Wildlife snags and bird houses
- Buildings and bridges made of recycled materials
- Demonstration sites for stream and upland restoration
- Stars and planets (through our 24-inch telescope)
- A butterfly garden
