This summer, let interpreters from Parks Canada inspire and fascinate you as you experience all that the region has to offer! 

Discover and explore the tide-pools and rainforest. Feel a fuzzy sea otter pelt. Listen to stories that are older than our ancient trees. See the land and water from a different perspective as you immerse yourself in the cultural and natural treasures of the Pacific Rim. 

NOTE: Public programs are supported through the purchase of a national park entry pass. Programs are presented in English, with special programming available in French.

Stay tuned for the 2025 schedule. Make sure to check back here regularly for updates!

Photo credits: Pacific Rim National Park 

The Wild Pacific Trail naturalists and other local partner organizations look forward to meeting you for walks and events at their Discovery Tent overlooking Amphitrite Lighthouse on the lighthouse Loop Trail section.

The Wild Pacific Trail is a unique outdoor classroom that offers incredible opportunities to connect people to nature. Their seasonal Discovery Tent at the lighthouse offers revolving topics for all ages.

Easy to walk, one-hour programs aim to engage both visitors and local communities. Topics range from natural to cultural history. 

Learning opportunities are offered most days of the week from June until September. Stay tuned for more details - full schedule of events coming soon!

Photo Credits: Wild Pacific Trail 

12 to 4 pm every TUESDAY visit the Discovery Booth at Amphitrite Lighthouse
Question: What impact does the sea have on the rainforest? How do the sea and the land shape one another? Join Raincoast Education Society naturalists to share insight on rotating topics of interest. Bring your curiosity.

RES is on the Wild Pacific Trail: 12pm - 4pm every Tuesday on the Lighthouse Loop.

Find them in the red tent on the trail near Amphitrite House. Topics vary throughout the summer.

August 5, 12, 19, 26

Photo credit: Bri Walker

12 to 4 pm every TUESDAY visit the Discovery Booth at Amphitrite Lighthouse
Question: What impact does the sea have on the rainforest? How do the sea and the land shape one another? Join Raincoast Education Society naturalists to share insight on rotating topics of interest. Bring your curiosity.

RES is on the Wild Pacific Trail: 12pm - 4pm every Tuesday on the Lighthouse Loop.

Find them in the red tent on the trail near Amphitrite House. Topics vary throughout the summer.

August 5, 12, 19, 26

Photo credit: Bri Walker

12 to 4 pm every TUESDAY visit the Discovery Booth at Amphitrite Lighthouse
Question: What impact does the sea have on the rainforest? How do the sea and the land shape one another? Join Raincoast Education Society naturalists to share insight on rotating topics of interest. Bring your curiosity.

RES is on the Wild Pacific Trail: 12pm - 4pm every Tuesday on the Lighthouse Loop.

Find them in the red tent on the trail near Amphitrite House. Topics vary throughout the summer.

August 5, 12, 19, 26

Photo credit: Bri Walker

Why did the cedar tree walk up the hill? Join this free Wild Pacific Trail Society guided walk on the famously storm swept coastline to explore how trees not only survive but potencially live forever.

departs at 10 am every THURSDAY from the Discovery Booth at Amphitrite Lighthouse.

10 am to 12 pm every Thursday.  Discover how black bears survive on the West Coast—and what’s on their menu! Learn how berries, bugs, and beachcombing shape a bear’s seasonal diet. Discover how black bears, berries, and native plants are all connected and find out which plant along the Wild Pacific Trail has an explosive pollination mechanism —its flowers launch pollen into the air when triggered, 800 times that experienced by astronauts during liftoff!

No registration is required.

Come search for the tracks of Bears, Wolves and Cougars, on the beach and in the dunes!

Every Tuesday and Thursday this August!

This event is free with purchase of a National Park entry pass, and open to all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets. Recording devices are not permitted. Arrive early as parking may be limited.

For more information contact: Pacific Rim Visitor Centre (250-726-4212)

PLEASE NOTE: Events may be subject to change without notice.

Photo Credits: Parks Canada/Ian Cruickshank

Join a Parks Canada naturalist to explore the world of sea otters! Ask all your questions and interact with the props provided by Parks Canada. 

Every Thursday this August!

The event is free with the purchase of a National Park entry pass. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets and recording devices are not permitted.

Arrive early as parking is limited.

For more information contact: Pacific Rim Visitor Centre (250-726-4212)

PLEASE NOTE: Events may be subject to change without notice.

Visit Parks Canada Interpreters at the lighthouse Discovery Tent and enjoy interactive activities with rotating topics to discover, learn, and have fun. Get to know some local whales, test your wildlife knowledge on the trivia wheel, and try to spot a whale spout from shore!. Along the way, you'll learn about the biology, ecology, and conservation of whales and other marine mammals.

Every Thursday this August!

No registration is required.

Get your gumboots on and join Raincoast Education Society for a hands-on exploration of local eelgrass meadows! We’ll use a beach seine to gently catch and observe the fascinating ocean creatures that call this intertidal habitat home—everything is safely returned to the sea. Learn about local ecosystems, spot some cool critters, and see how interconnected life in the ocean really is! What we find is in-seine!

You will have the opportunity to help pull the seine up onto the beach and investigate species caught inside. Raincoast Education Society staff will teach you how to handle the animals caught with care.

These interactive opportunities are FREE, all-ages events. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to join! Events will run rain or shine, and gumboots are recommended.

July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, August 7, 14, 21, 28

Join naturalists from the Ucluelet Aquarium and learn about the animals living in the intertidal zone. Touch tanks will be set-up so you can pick up and explore animals like sea stars, anemones, and urchins!

Every Thursday this August!

The event is free and open to all ages.  Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets and recording devices are not permitted.

For more information contact: Pacific Rim Visitor Centre (250-726-4212)

PLEASE NOTE: Events may be subject to change without notice

Join ƛaʔuuk (Gisele Maria Martin) to learn about intergenerational relationships and forest care practices.

Join Redd Fish Restoration Society and Ucluelet Aquarium to learn how to draw like a scientist and explore a touch tank every Thursday in July & August as part of their Salmon Trail event.

The salmon trail is a joint effort between the Ucluelet Aquarium and Redd Fish Restoration Society to share the joy and knowledge of Pacific Salmon with you! This program runs through July and August, with six fin-tastic stops from Ucluelet to Tofino. Participants have the opportunity to score a Salmon Trail patch by visiting a minimum of three salmon-centered educational stations.

Come by for a free community event at ʔuušmaʕukʔas – Arts & Commerce Hub (located under the Legion, beside the Museum). All are welcome to connect, explore, and enjoy what’s on offer. No tickets or registration needed — just show up and take part!

Every Thursday in August!

Grey, humpback, and orca whales are some of the most captivating creatures that visit the Pacific Rim National Park. Learn about their mysterious and fascinating lives, and how our relationship with them has changed over time.

Every Thursday this August!

This event is free with the purchase of a National Parks entry pass. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Please do not bring pets and recording devices are not permitted.

For more information contact: Pacific Rim Visitor Centre (250-726-4212)

PLEASE NOTE: Events may be subject to change without notice.

In honour of Whale Shark Day, Oceanwise is hosting a webinar on August 29 at 10am PT. Students will swim along virtually as these gentle giants filter-feed in tropical waters, learn how scientists tag and track them, and see why their survival depends on a healthy ocean. Stunning video footage will make this one unforgettable! Created for ages 11-18 but open to everyone!