Morrell Sanctuary Society for Environmental Education
William Morrell's Legacy
With conservation in mind, William Morrell, a local contractor,
donated this land in 1973 for the public's enjoyment. Last logged in
the 1920s, Morrell Nature Sanctuary is a privately owned nature
reserve. It is leased and managed by the Morrell Sanctuary Society
for Environmental Education, a non-profit organization
managed by volunteers who maintain the park and organize
many programs for school children and the public.
We are supported solely by donations, membership fees and, in the
past, a gaming grant from the BC Provincial Government. If you are
not already a member, please consider joining and helping us to
support this lovely property.
Money for the operation and maintenance of the park comes from private donations, bequests, and fees related to guided public tours, in-class presentations to students by trained interpreters, and various fund-raising activities. Morrell is a private sanctuary because it is not owned or managed by the City of Nanaimo, but it is open to the public from 7:00 am to 8:45 pm.
What We Do at the Sanctuary
- Educate children about the forest and the creatures within it
- Run On-Site School Programs
- Summer Day Camps
- Junior Leader Programs
- Seniors' Walks and Day Visits
- Provide Volunteer Training and Experience
Organization activity
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