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Facility Rentals

The Allan Brooks Nature Centre (ABNC) offers a unique setting for your private event or business meeting.
Located just minutes from downtown Vernon, the Centre is an escape from the usual boardroom or banquet
hall and offers plenty of outdoor space, a private classroom, a covered picnic area, tranquility in nature, and
breathtaking views. ABNC has a few options for outdoor & indoor spaces to suit your needs. Below are the
standard prices for room & area rentals. Any extra needs or accommodations will be an additional cost:

The Ken Barton Learning Centre Classroom

  • ● Suitable for business meetings, lectures, team building & workshops.
    ● Includes long tables and chairs to seat approximately 20 people or max. 40 people in a theatre style set-up.
    ● Includes large flat screen TV with laser pointer and laptop connector (Mac users must bring
    their own adaptor).
    ● Free access to wifi.
    ● Access to indoor washrooms (located in the Interpretive Centre).
    ● No alcohol is permitted. You’re responsible for your own food and catering.
    Classroom rental is $50/hour ($40/hour for members)
    Minimum 3 hour rental

Covered Picnic Area

  • ● Suitable for outdoor meetings, family gatherings, birthday parties, family reunions, private
    dinners and team building events.
    ● Includes 4 large picnic tables under cover with a capacity to seat 24 people, with an
    additional 2 picnic tables (not covered) with a capacity to seat 8 people each, for a total of 40
    seats available.
    ● Access to indoor washrooms (located in the Interpretive Centre).
    ● Incredible views overlooking the Commonage area of Vernon and Okanagan Lake.
    ● A special occasion licence, event insurance and designated server with current Serving
    it Right Certificate is required for any alcohol provided to guests. This is not included with the
    basic rental fee, please inquire about this option.
    ● A propane BBQ is available for the duration of the facility rental.
    ● In extreme hot weather, we are happy to turn on the misting system attached to the shelter, to keep you
    and your guests cool and comfortable.
    ● Access to a portable sound system w/microphone(s).
    Picnic Area Rental is $300 (3 hour minimum), and $75 per hour (after 3 hours)
    Membership rates: $250 (3 hour rental), $50 per hour (after 4hours)

Grasslands Theatre – Breathtaking views of the grasslands in a private outdoor setting

  • ● Breathtaking views of the Okanagan grasslands and Kal Lake.
    ● Suitable for wedding ceremonies, presentations, musical performances and lectures.
    ● The ground is naturally sloped much like a theatre providing an excellent view of the main
    “stage” area, plus a stunning view of Kal Lake and Vernon. Stage rentals are recommended if a
    hard/flat area is required, as the ground is naturally uneven.
    ● There are permanent benches in place that seat approximately 75 people with room for additional
    chairs as needed, or as an alternative seating option (chairs not provided).
    ● Power is available
    ● Access to 2 single-room washrooms will be available in the Interpretive Centre. There is one portable
    washroom outside the Grassland Theatre as well. If additional temporary portable washrooms are required,
    there is an option to rent more for an additional fee, based on local availability.
    ● No alcohol, smoking, or vaping is permitted in the grasslands.
    ● No pets allowed in the grasslands area.
    ● Additional event insurance is required for all events – please inquire for more details.
    Grasslands Theatre rental is $500 (3 hour minimum), and $150 per hour after 3 hours
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The Allan Brooks Nature Centre also offers nature themed Birthday Parties as part of our programming. Give your child a fun filled day outside that will make their birthday unforgettable!