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.
WILDROOTS- UBC Botanical Garden Adventure
Date: Thursday, May 28, 2026
Time: 1:00pm – 3:00pm (check-in at 12:45pm)
Location: UBC Botanical Garden , 6804 SW Marine Dr, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z1
Discover the wonders of plants and biodiversity as we uncover the stories behind the Garden and its remarkable collection. Join a guided walk through beautiful garden spaces and connect with the magic of the natural world.
Then step into the temperate rainforest canopy. Stroll along the 308 meter long suspended walkway high among the trees and explore a living garden filled with rare plants and important tree species. From this unique vantage point explorers of all ages experience the forest in a whole new way while learning about plants, local sustainability and the delicate balance of nature.
Please bring water, a snack, and weather appropriate clothing.
Accessibility: Much of UBC Botanical Garden is accessible by wheelchair or motorized cart for guests with accessibility and mobility challenges. However, due to the nature of our garden some pathways are irregularly graded and topped with wood chips or loose gravel.
*Registration is limited and available on a first come, first serve basis. All confirmed registrants will receive an email confirmation prior to the event.
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.