The Niagara GeoClub for Kids is a fun, enriching program designed to spark curiosity about the natural world and build a lifelong connection to the places we call home. Through hands-on activities, guided discoveries, and outdoor experiences, kids learn how the land works—and why caring for it matters.
Rooted in the Niagara Geopark’s “living classroom” approach, GeoClub helps young learners see that Niagara is more than beautiful landscapes—it’s a place where 450 million years of Earth’s history meets culture, community, and stewardship.
Who it’s for
GeoClub for Kids is geared to curious minds between 5-14. Kids must be accompanied by a Parent or Guardian.
What we do
GeoClub for Kids programming is designed to be active, social, and memorable. Depending on the event, kids may take part in:
- Outdoor explorations at Niagara Geopark geosites
- Interactive activities (maps, fossils, landforms, habitats, observation challenges)
- Mini “field scientist” skills like noticing patterns, asking questions, and recording discoveries
- Guest presentations and themed sessions that connect earth science to everyday life
Our aim is simple: help kids experience the outdoors with wonder—and leave with knowledge they can use to be thoughtful stewards of the places they love.
A special thank you: Membership is FREE this year
As a heartfelt thank you to everyone who supported GeoClub for Kids over that last couple of years – membership will be FREE for 2026. We’re grateful for our GeoClub for Kids community and excited to welcome even more families into the fun.
GeoClub for Kids Visits Cave Springs
Join us for our next GeoClub for Kids adventure at Cave Springs Conservation Area Geosite.
Date: Sunday, June 28
Time: 10 a.m. to noon
Location: Cave Springs Conservation Area Geosite
Capacity: 30 participants total
Cave Springs is one of Niagara’s most fascinating geosites, offering visitors the chance to see several geologic processes in one place.
During the visit, participants will explore how this landscape helps tell the story of:
- Ancient tropical seas, where dolostone caprock formed about 430 million years ago
- Differential erosion, where hard dolostone over softer shale helped create the escarpment
- Groundwater emergence, with springs flowing from the escarpment
- Rockfall and talus formation, showing how the escarpment continues to evolve today
- Glacial legacy, including the relationship to Lake Iroquois and the Lake Ontario basin
This is a great opportunity for families to learn, explore, and experience one of Niagara’s remarkable natural places together.
Registration is limited to 50 participants.