View a list of upcoming Explorer Days and read our Explorer Day Etiquette below!

In response to COVID-19, NatureKids BC is providing online resources and interactions, such as Virtual Explorer Days, to ensure the safety of our members. Please read our COVID-19 Guidelines and Policy for any potential in-person gatherings this summer.

COQUITLAM- Earth Day Weekend Celebration Sunday Picnic and Action for the Planet!

Inviting you to come together from across the lower mainland to join us for food, conversation and some action for nature. Michelle from our staff team will be leading this event and will have games and resources in abundance. Join us for a fun day of activities, action and to share gratitude for the planet and each other. Snacks and light food will be provided at this event!

Schedule:

  • 11am-11:30am Welcome and opening by locals nature champions
  • 11:30am-1:00pm native plant and animal walk + group picnic + snail hunt!??
  • 1:00-1:30pm closing circle and transition time
  • 1:30-4pm optional Bioblitz sessions led by Fraser River Discovery Centre (1:30-2:30 and 3-4pm).

Our nature walk will be led by the Kwikwetlem First Nation and Lower Coquitlam River Nature Association! After lunch you will be inspired to also become a park champion and join the optional iNaturalist biobliz events led by Fraser River Discovery Centre! Please invite your wider family and friends!

April 26th (sunday)11am-2pm + additional bio blitz event until 4pm!

ƛ̓éxətəm Regional Park (Colony Farm Regional Park, Coquitlam)

*Meet us on the grass by the public toilets at the south end of the park (65JR+CR Coquitlam, British Columbia, Canada).

*Free Parking in the lot. No public transit to this location without a decent walk.

* Bioblitz portion of the day is a “River Basin Days” open to the public via registration (if you are coming to the NatureKidsBC picnic you do not need to register again for the bioblitz). Adults, get ready by downloading iNaturalist (Canadian version HERE)

Register through the link here

Explorer Day Etiquette:

Be prepared to HAVE FUN

Pre-registration with your Club Leader is required for most Explorer Days (Friends are welcome if space permits).

Please arrive 5-10 minutes before the scheduled start time to ensure enough time for passport stamping and organization. Starting times are firm, and Leaders cannot wait for late-comers!

Please stay with the Leader and let them know if you are leaving early.

Children must always be accompanied by an adult guardian, who is responsible for their behaviour. Children consistently disrupting the experience of others may be asked to leave.

Bring appropriate weather gear, sunscreen, snacks, water, and other useful tools like binoculars, sketch books, cameras, and magnifying glasses.