Wild Discoveries
2026 events calendar
Wild Discoveries is a program that provides opportunities for Yukoners and visitors to learn about and engage with the natural world. We offer interpretive walks and hikes, talks and public presentations that focus on a specific wildlife topic.
Scroll down to view events. Check back regularly as we add events throughout the year.
All events are free unless otherwise noted. Events with capacity restrictions require registration. If applicable, a registration link will be included in the event description. Cancel your registration if you cannot attend so we can offer the spot to someone on the waitlist.
Some of our events take place in hard to find locations. For those events, we use a service called what3words to show the exact meeting location. Simply click on the link provided, if applicable.
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Contact
For questions about Wild Discoveries, email [email protected] or phone 867-667-8291 or toll free in the Yukon 1-800-661-0408, extension 8291. You can also follow the Wildlife Viewing Program on Facebook and on Instagram.
Events
Events in and around Whitehorse
Ski-bou: Skiing for caribou
Thursday, March 19 (new date and time)
Ever see pellets or strange craters in the snow when you’re out on the trails? Who was digging there and what was it looking for? Join the Wildlife Viewing Program and biologist Shannon Stotyn for a short and easy cross-country ski along the Mt. Lorne trails, looking for signs of Woodland Caribou. We’ll learn about the Southern Lake caribou herds and the research that has been going on to understand them. If we’re lucky we may even glimpse some along the trail.
You must be able to cross-country ski at least 5 km and ascend or descend small hills. The trails are rugged and we will be stopping frequently to investigate signs of caribou. Dress warmly, and not for an intense workout.
Location: Mt. Lorne Community Centre, Annie Lake Road
Cost: Free
Time: 6:30 to 8 pm
Spring awakening (Whitehorse Nordic Festival)
Sunday, March 22
Come for a walk in the woods! With the arrival of spring, animals are starting to become more active again. We'll see what the longer days and warmer weather mean for animals in the boreal forest. We are offering this event as part of the Whitehorse Nordic Festival.
Wear tall boots so we can look at animal signs in the snow. Be prepared to walk up to 3 km on soft snow and single-track trails.
Location: Meet in the Stadium of the Whitehorse Nordic Centre. Look for the Wildlife Viewing table.
Time: 3 to 4 pm
Cost: Free
Events in the communities
Our summer 2025 programming has concluded. We look forward to visiting the communities in spring and summer 2026.
Kid's programming
Knee-High Nature and Free-Range Kids
Our children's programming is about spending time outdoors exploring the natural world with your kids. Each week, we focus on a different theme, with hands-on activities and lots of movement. Knee-High Nature programs are targeted to toddlers, about four years old and under. Free Range Kids programs are designed for kids ages five to ten.
Thanks for a great season! Knee-High Nature and Free-Range Kids programming have concluded for 2025. Check for updates in spring 2026.