About Our Programs
Radisson Hecla Resort is committed to helping people discover the natural world and cultural history that surrounds them through fun and intimate learning experiences. Our programs are about sight-doing, rather than sight-seeing and engaging our guests and the public in unique interactive programs that satisfy their curiosity about the local culture through a fun, active, and hands-on experience.
Each program is guided by highly knowledgeable and engaging individuals. We strive to keep group sizes small and the ratio of guide to individuals high, to ensure a quality experience. Our programs are about engaging in unique interactive activities that reveal the true essence of the local people, the places and the possibilities of all the wonders you'll encounter along the way. Let us stimulate your mind and immerse you in a Hecla Island moment.
Discover your inner artist this summer on the Island!
Spend a few hours drawing ‘en plein air’ with naturalist and artist Heather Hinam. Discover the details in the world around you and create a unique Hecla souvenir using graphite and coloured pencils.
Sunday Afternoons - $20/person, recommended for individuals 15 and up.
For more information and to book a longer, personalized program, contact Heather at 204.279.2551 or heather.hinam@heclaoasis.com
This week on the island...
Explore the outdoors this long weekend with Hecla Oasis Adventures!
Wednesday, July 28th
2:00 - 3:00 pm - Hecla Explorer’s Club
Get out and discover the island from a kid’s point of view. Take part in a fun combination of games activities and crafts all in the resort’s backyard.
3:30 - 4:30 pm – Geocaching Scavenger Hunt
Discover the secrets of one of the fastest growing pastime in the world. Learn the ins and outs of using a GPS and then head off to find the secret caches hidden right under our noses
5:00 - 6:00 pm - Beach Fun
Create sandcastles in the sun.
6:30 - 7:30 pm - Critter Dipping
Grab a dip net and discover the secret residents of the waterways that surround us.
7:00 - 9:00 pm - Children’s Craft Drop-in
Thursday, July 29th
2:00 - 4:00 pm - Hecla Histories
Discover the history of Hecla Island, from the prehistoric to the turn of the century. Walk through the historic village built by Icelandic settlers.
2:00 - 3:00 pm - Geocaching Scavenger Hunt
Discover the secrets of one of the fastest growing pastime in the world. Learn the ins and outs of using a GPS and then head off to find the secret caches hidden right under our noses
3:30 - 4:30 pm - Critter Dipping
Grab a dip net and discover the secret residents of the waterways that surround us.
4:00 - 5:00 pm - Beach Fun
Create sandcastles in the sun.
5:00 - 6:30 pm - Woodland Wanderings
Explore the wooded trails of the northern tip of Hecla. Stop and smell the roses, literally, with the help of your guide as you talk with trees and discover the birds, bugs, flowers and fungi that make the island special.
5:30 - 6:30 pm - Hecla Explorer’s Club
Get out and discover the island from a kid’s point of view. Take part in a fun combination of games activities and crafts all in the resort’s backyard.
7:00 - 9:00 pm - Hecla Highlights Driving Tour
Tour the highlights of the island and watch for wildlife on this evening driving tour.
8:00 - 9:00 pm - Rock Painting
Create your own natural Hecla souvenir
Friday, July 30th
2:00 - 3:00 pm - Critter Dipping
Grab a dip net and discover the secret residents of the waterways that surround us.
2:00 - 4:00 pm - Hecla Histories
Discover the history of Hecla Island, from the prehistoric to the turn of the century. Walk through the historic village built by Icelandic settlers.
3:30 - 4:30 pm - Geocaching Scavenger Hunt
Discover the secrets of one of the fastest growing pastime in the world. Learn the ins and outs of using a GPS and then head off to find the secret caches hidden right under our noses.
5:00 - 6:00 pm - Beach Fun
Create sandcastles in the sun.
7:00 - 9:00 pm - Children’s Craft Drop-in
7:00 - 9:00 pm - Hecla Highlights Driving Tour
Tour the highlights of the island and watch for wildlife on this evening driving tour.
Saturday, July 31st
2:00 - 3:00 pm - Hecla Explorer’s Club
Get out and discover the island from a kid’s point of view. Take part in a fun combination of games activities and crafts all in the resort’s backyard.
2:00 - 4:00 pm - Hecla Histories
Discover the history of Hecla Island, from the prehistoric to the turn of the century. Walk through the historic village built by Icelandic settlers.
3:30 - 4:30 pm - Critter Dipping
Grab a dip net and discover the secret residents of the waterways that surround us.
3:30 - 4:30 pm - Geocaching Scavenger Hunt
Discover the secrets of one of the fastest growing pastime in the world. Learn the ins and outs of using a GPS and then head off to find the secret caches hidden right under our noses
5:00 - 6:30 pm - Woodland Wanderings
Explore the wooded trails of the northern tip of Hecla. Stop and smell the roses, literally, with the help of your guide as you talk with trees and discover the birds, bugs, flowers and fungi that make the island special.
6:30 - 7:00 pm - Bubbles by the Pool
7:30 - 9:00 pm - Family Bonfire
Sunday, August 1st
2:00 - 3:00 pm - Critter Dipping
Grab a dip net and discover the secret residents of the waterways that surround us.
2:00 - 4:00 pm - Drawing on Nature
Spend a few hours drawing ‘en plein air’ with Naturalist and artist Heather Hinam. Discover the details in the world around you and create a unique Hecla souvenir. - $20/person
3:30 - 4:30 pm - Rock Painting
Create your own natural Hecla souvenir
5:00 - 6:30 pm - Woodland Wanderings
Explore the wooded trails of the northern tip of Hecla. Stop and smell the roses, literally, with the help of your guide as you talk with trees and discover the birds, bugs, flowers and fungi that make the island special.
5:00 - 6:00 pm - Geocaching Scavenger Hunt
Discover the secrets of one of the fastest growing pastime in the world. Learn the ins and outs of using a GPS and then head off to find the secret caches hidden right under our noses
7:30 - 9:00 pm - Family Bonfire and Bannock Bake
Monday, August 2nd
10:00 - 11:00 pm - Geocaching Scavenger Hunt
Discover the secrets of one of the fastest growing pastime in the world. Learn the ins and outs of using a GPS and then head off to find the secret caches hidden right under our noses
10:30 - 12:30 pm - Hecla Histories
Discover the history of Hecla Island, from the prehistoric to the turn of the century. Walk through the historic village built by Icelandic settlers.
11:30 - 12:30 am - Beach Fun
Create sandcastles in the sun.
1:00 - 2:00 pm - Boat Building
Use recyclables to create your own small craft.
Schedule is weather-dependent and subject to change without notice. Space is limited for many programs. Please sign up for programs at the front desk at least 1 hour in advance.
Please check our updated schedule upon arrival. For more information about our programs, contact our naturalist at 204.279.2551 or heather.hinam@heclaoasis.com.
