Memberships

Renew or Become a Member

The deadline to renew or join with a Family, Warbler, Kestrel, or Sandhill Society membership and receive access to 2026 early summer camp registration is Friday, February 27 at 5 pm. Your membership must be current at the time of registration in March (e.g. memberships that expire February 28, 2026 will not be valid for registration). Sandhill Society members will receive the earliest registration access, and then Family, Warbler, and Kestrel will gain early access at the same time.

Become a member of Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter!

Our members are the foundation of our nature-loving community. Swaner memberships support our environmental education and conservation efforts while providing great benefits for members. All membership levels include benefits for one year.

Already a member? Request your membership card!

Membership Card Request Form

Membership Types

Senior or College Student ($35)

Currently enrolled college students or ages 65+
Charitable gift amount: $35

Individual ($45)

Charitable gift amount: $45

Family ($125)

Two adults and children living in household
Charitable gift amount: $64.50

Warbler ($250)

Charitable gift amount: $189.50

Kestrel ($500)

Charitable gift amount: $439.50

Sandhill Crane ($1,000+)

Charitable gift amount: $923.50 or more if giving greater than $1,000.

Annual Membership Benefits

Benefits	Student or Senior ($35)	Individual ($45)	Family ($125)	Warbler ($250)	Kestrel ($500)	Sandhill Crane ($1,000+)
Free member parties	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿
Free Saturday morning nature walks on the Preserve	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿
Free or discounted admission to traveling exhibits	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿
Free climbs on the wetland climbing wall; schedule and access varies seasonally	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿
Discounted admission to Walks, Talks, and Workshops	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿
50% off snowshoe rentals	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿
10% off your purchase at the Swaner Gift Shop	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿
Free access to out-of-state museums through the ANCA Reciprocal Program and ASTC Passport Program	✿*	✿	✿	✿	✿	✿
Early registration for summer camp			✿	✿	✿	✿
Unlimited exhibit admission for up to 6 people each visit; one person named on membership must be present				✿	✿	✿
Custom Swaner Preserve excursion					✿	✿
Earliest registration for summer camp						✿
Invitations to exclusive events						✿
Unlimited exhibit admission for up to 8 people each visit						✿
Recognition on Donor Wall at the EcoCenter						✿

Note: Donations received through Donor Advised Funds cannot receive membership benefits.
*ASTC Passport Program benefit ending December 31, 2025 for senior-level memberships.

Donations

A donation at any level creates educational opportunities, restores critical habitat, and sustains Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter.

Make a Donation

Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please note that according to IRS stipulations, gifts made through a Donor Advised Fund are not eligible for membership benefits. Swaner Preserve and EcoCenter is also identified as Utah State University, Tax ID 87-6000528.

Financial Assistance

Swaner Membership Financial Assistance Application

Contact Information

Name: Janna Coulter
Position: Community Engagement Manager
E-mail: janna.coulter@usu.edu
Phone: 435-649-8939

Location, Hours & Contact

Physical & Mailing Address
1258 Center Drive
Park City, Utah 84098

EcoCenter Hours
Wednesday – Sunday, 10 am – 4 pm

Email
swanerecocenter@usu.edu

Phone
435-649-1767

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Events

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