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SUMMARY:KAMLOOPS - Snow Caves!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our first Explorer Day of 2022. We’ll build a snow cave and have a campfire at Lac le Jeune Provincial Park. We’ll bring some hotdogs and veggie dogs along to roast on the fire. \nLocation: Lac le Jeune Provincial Park – park at the entrance and walk into the first campsites and you’ll find us there. Here is the location. Park at the gate and walk in. \nWhat to bring: shovels\, warm drinks and snacks. \nPlease RSVP to kamloops@naturekidsbc.ca so we know how many hotdogs/veggie dogs to bring. \nSee you soon!
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kamloops-snow-caves/
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SUMMARY:BULKLEY VALLEY - Get Growing with Winter Gardening
DESCRIPTION:Get Growing with Winter Gardening \nCome join us for a fun morning of planting! Yes it’s still winter\, but you can start preparing for spring now. Come learn how you can start your seeds in February! Learn how to repurpose your milk jugs into tiny green houses and start your seeds early this year! \nLocation: We will be meeting at Riverside Park in Smithers by the covered picnic shelter. \nWhat to bring: Our entire event will take place outside so please dress accordingly. If you happen to have a clean 4L milk jug please bring it along as well as any seeds you might be interested in planting. If you don’t have these things don’t worry\, we’ve got you covered! \nWe will not be walking on any of the trails. The covered picnic area is easily accessible for strollers and wheelchairs. \nWe will be following the nature kids COVID guidelines. We ask that participants wear a mask during our activities. We will provide hand sanitizer.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/bulkley-valley-get-growing-with-winter-gardening/
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SUMMARY:EASTERN FRASER VALLEY - Wilderness Survival Day
DESCRIPTION:Wilderness Survival Day \nJoin us in Thompson Park for a morning all about wilderness survival. Activities will include shelter building\, basic first aid and creating an emergency kit for your family’s backpack. \nPlease make sure you dress for the weather. Warm and waterproof layers. Pack some snacks\, water and a warm beverage. \nLocation: Thompson Regional Park \nRegistration is required. Please RSVP to efv@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/eastern-fraser-valley-wilderness-survival-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220220T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220220T143000
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SUMMARY:NANAIMO - Leave No Trace and Animal Signs
DESCRIPTION:Humans should Leave No Trace…but what about animals? \nHave you heard of Leave No Trace? It is a concept that should be followed by humans in the outdoors. We will be learning about the 7 principles to live by as we continue to explore in nature. But what about animals…? They leave traces in the outdoors because it is their home…but what kinds of traces can we find? Tracks? Scat? Come find out all about it! \nLocation: Linley Valley (3669 Rock City Rd\, Nanaimo\, BC V9T 1T6). Please plan to park at the entrance on Rock City Road where we will meet at the top of the stairs. \nWhat to bring: Masks for the whole family (optional but encouraged)\, water\, sunscreen\, and anything else that will make your family more comfortable. \nRegister here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeGuwCJcBwHVBFbJqhVXgLsfAX5P3IT5gFU28zcBLcwL4P_1Q/viewform?vc=0&c=0&w=1&flr=0
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nanaimo-leave-no-trace-and-animal-signs/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220220T110000
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SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Birding with Evan
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun winter birding event with our amazing mentor Evan Larson – he is 17 and is a passionate and knowledgeable young birder. More about Evan below and the event below (in his own words). Register here. \nAbout Evan\nI’m really excited to be leading a bird/nature walk at Jericho Park. We will spend a couple hours exploring the park to discover the amazing birds and other critters the park has to offer. I hope to provide you and your family an enjoyable and informative experience where you might gain a new passion for birds. We will begin at around 9:00am at the wooden bridge over the pond and from there we will walk around the pond\, through the forest\, and spend some time on the beach learning about birds as we go. I expect to find a nice variety of waterfowl\, sparrows\, thrushes\, finches\, woodpeckers\, hummingbirds\, raptors and more! Maybe we’ll even see a resident beaver! The ground is quite muddy at Jericho\, so it would be best to wear waterproof shoes of some kind (like hikers or rubber boots). It is a beautiful park full of amazing birds so it will be a great walk. I hope to see you there! \nLocation: Jericho Beach Park \nDirections: See the blue markers on the maps below for the meeting location. The second map shows the location of the wooden bridge. \nParking is available on 4th Ave. \nTransit: Take the #4 bus to 4th Ave. and Alma St. \nPlease note: This Explorer Day will follow Provincial guidelines for Covid 19. More information on that to come closer to the day.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-birding-with-evan/
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SUMMARY:NELSON - Drumming and Song with Circle of Indigenous Nations
DESCRIPTION:Circle of Indigenous Nations \nWe are very happy to be welcoming Liam Fitzpatrick from Circle of Indigenous Nations Society (COINS)\, who will lead us in traditional drumming\, songs and storytelling\, along with other winter activities.\n\nThis event will take place on a Friday (ProD day for SD8 and SD10).  CLICK HERE to sign up now.\n\nThe parking lot is usually well plowed. The paths around the park can be pretty uneven and icy\, depending on recent weather. We don’t plan to walk very far. If you have any questions about the suitability of this event for your family please let us know. And we’ll have hot drinks\, so please bring your own mug.\nLocation: Taghum Beach Park. Meet at the fire pit. \nAbout the Circle of Indigenous Nations Society\nCOINS is an Aboriginal non-profit society that provides cultural support and counseling services to people in the West Kootenay and Boundary region and was formed in March 2013. https://www.coinations.net
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-drumming-and-song-with-circle-of-indigenous-nations/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220216T180000
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL EXPLORER DAY - Hug-a-Tree and Survive
DESCRIPTION:Hug-a-Tree and Survive\n\nHave you ever wondered what to do if you get lost in the woods?\n\nJoin us and mentor Steve Chapman from Coquitlam Search and Rescue as we learn how to stay safe outdoors in the winter. We’ll learn how not to get lost in the first place\, and what to do if it happens. We’ll learn how hugging a tree can keep you safe and help you be found.  Staying near a tree offers some protection from the elements and keeps you in one location\, so it’s easier for searchers to find you.\n\nBring your questions about how to prepare for winter adventures and how to stay safe while doing them. \nOur presentations are aimed at kids aged 5-12\, usually centered on about grade 4 audience\, and parents\, guardians and older kids usually find the content useful and engaging too. \nFree and open to all. Registration is required:\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/virtual-explorer-day-hug-a-tree-and-survive-tickets-262112073267 \nSee you there!
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/virtual-explorer-day-hug-a-tree-and-survive/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220213T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220213T143000
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SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - Animal Tracks
DESCRIPTION:Animal Tracking \nWho made those tracks? Join our Ecology Centre staff to learn more about local animals\, where they are in the winter\, and how you can look for their tracks and signs. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/in-person-naturekids-workshop-animal-tracking-tickets-231089042547 \nSuitable for ages 5 -13 with an adult. \nProgram attendees should be members of NatureKids BC – more information on membership can be found here. \nThis program will take place outdoors and in person in Lynn Canyon Park. Masks are recommended. Please stay home if you are sick.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-animal-tracks/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220212T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220212T120000
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SUMMARY:Prince George - Family Fun at Ferguson in February!
DESCRIPTION:Family Fun at Ferguson in February! \n\n\nJoin Natasha and Vanessa at Ferguson Lake to enjoy the sunny winter weather! We will wander around the lake and collect some natural goodies for a fun winter art project – Suncatchers!\n\nWe will bring all the supplies. As always please dress for the weather and bring some ice cleats just in case.\n\nQuestions or to RSVP: princegeorge@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/prince-george-family-fun-at-ferguson-in-february/
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SUMMARY:MERRITT - Winter Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Winter Celebration\n\nJoin us for a morning filled with fun winter activities. We will build a fire\, make maple taffy (since we just learned about trees)  and snowshoe around to look for tracks and signs of wildlife. This Explorer Day is more of a winter celebration with no set end time.\nLocation: We will meet at 10am at the shelter located at P2 (parking lot) at the Kane Valley Ski area.\n\nWhat to bring: if you have snowshoes please bring them along with you. We have about ten pairs available as well to lend out for those who need them. Pack snacks\, something warm to drink. If you plan on staying a while please feel free to bring hot dogs to cook over the fire or a lunch. The weather forecast looks like a beautiful warm day!\n\nPlease let us know (merritt@naturekidsbc.ca) if you plan on attending or if you have any questions. We look forward to the day!\n\nPhoto credit:Leslie Bol
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-winter-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220205T133000
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SUMMARY:VICTORIA - Christmas Hill Hike
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Hill Hike\n\nLet’s get moving with a hike up Christmas Hill!  Bring a thermos of hot chocolate and some snacks to reward your little ones for making the climb. For those interested\, we will have a scavenger hunt as we climb up to the Garry Oak hilltop. The Garry Oak ecosystem is a rare ecosystem that is special to Vancouver Island and the west coast.  Please RSVP here!\n\nAfter the hike\, you are welcome to walk the boardwalk loop around Swan Lake where there are plenty of ducks and birds to view! \nLocation: Meet in the Swan Lake Parking lot. We will follow a trail that takes us from this parking lot across McKenzie and through a residential area to the Christmas Hill trailhead on Nelthorpe St. \nDirections to Swan Lake:\nBy car from Downtown Victoria: Go North on Blanshard St. (Pat Bay Highway #17) and take the McKenzie Avenue exit\, right on Rainbow St.\, left on Ralph St.\, right on Swan Lake Road. The parking lot entrance is on the left. \nTrail maps: http://www.swanlake.bc.ca/pdf/Website-Trail-Map.pdf.pdf\nDescription of trail: https://www.victoriatrails.com/trails/swan-lake-christmas-hill/ \nWhat to bring: Any lunch or snacks that you’d like as well as appropriate outerwear and sturdy footwear for a rocky climb and for the weather.  Masks are not required as we will be outdoors\, but are always welcome. Social distancing between family groups is still encouraged.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/victoria-christmas-hill-hike/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220123T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220123T150000
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SUMMARY:EASTERN FRASER VALLEY - Winter Exploration of Cheam Wetland
DESCRIPTION:Winter Exploration of Cheam Wetland \nLet’s discover the creatures that call the wetland home in the winter and explore the landscape together. \nPlease dress for the weather – the event will be entirely outside. Pack some snacks and a warm beverage. \nEvent is free and registration is required. RSVP to efv@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/winter-exploration-of-cheam-wetland/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220122T150000
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SUMMARY:MERRITT - Trees in Wintertime
DESCRIPTION:Trees in Wintertime\n\n\nJoin us for an afternoon walk with mentor Suzanne Shears in Central Park to learn about what trees do in the wintertime. We will also learn how to identify trees residing in the park.\n\nWe will be meeting at Bench School at 10am (look for us by the tennis courts). We are pairing up with the Literacy Society so there will be other events happening as well. Please plan to stick around and check out what they are up to after our time together.\n\nQuestions or to RSVP: merritt@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-trees-in-wintertime/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220122T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220122T113000
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SUMMARY:BULKLEY VALLEY - Tracks in the Snow
DESCRIPTION:Tracks in the Snow\n\nJoin us for an exciting exploration of the woods behind Twain Sullivan Elementary school were we will be learning about and identifying different animal tracks found in the snow! You can look forward to hearing a story\, playing a fun game\, and being out in the great outdoors.\n\nIf you are able\, please let us know if you will be attending our event. You can contact us at: bulkleyvalley@naturekidsbc.ca.\n\nThis first event is a gift from us to you! Try out our nature program and see if you would like to become a member. Details on how to register will be at our event. Please dress warmly as our event will be held entirely outside. We look forward to seeing you!\n\nAlthough our event is outside we encourage participants to wear a mask anytime were are not able to be safetly distance at 6 feet. During the activity participants will be spread out\, safely distanced from each other. We will provide all the materials which will be sanitized before hand.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/bulkley-valley-tracks-in-the-snow/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220116T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220116T113000
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL EXPLORER DAY - Virtual Visit with OWL Rescue
DESCRIPTION:Learn more about local birds of prey during this virtual visit to OWL Rescue\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLearn about OWL and the raptors that call British Columbia home. You will get the chance to meet one of OWL’s Raptor Ambassadors and a question period with our Educator. \nRegister: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/virtual-naturekids-workshop-owl-rescue-tickets-225499845107 \nThis program is 40 minutes long. Suitable for ages 5+. Pre-registration is required. \nThis program will take place on Zoom. We will email a link to participants approximately an hour prior to the program.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/virtual-explorer-day-virtual-visit-with-owl-rescue/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220115T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220115T113000
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CREATED:20220103T225714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220117T222146Z
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SUMMARY:TRI-CITIES - Minnekhada Park Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Minnekhada Park Exploration \nJoin us for our first Explorer Day for this year – a guided nature walk in Minnekhada Regional Park led by Nature mentor Natasha Beauregard from the Burnaby Park Association. \nTo RSVP please email tricities@naturekidsbc.ca with the number of attendees from your family. If you are a member family\, please mention that as well. The event will be entirely outside and there will be lots of room for social distancing.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/tri-cities-minnekhada-park-exploration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220109T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220109T150000
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SUMMARY:NELSON - Winter Ecology on Snowshoes
DESCRIPTION:Winter Ecology on Snowshoes\n\n\nWhat adaptations do animals have to survive in winter? How can we find their tracks and signs in the snow? We are welcoming back outdoor educator Shanoon Bennett to share her knowledge about the outdoor world in winter – on snowshoes!\n\nLocation: meet at Whitewater Nordic Centre parking lot\n\n\nKids should be age 4 and up for snowshoeing. Younger kids may need to be carried. \nThis program is free for club members. Non members may attend if there is space. Email us to find out more nelson@naturekidsbc.ca. \n\n\nRegister here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdpGmdk_S3NoOmPx6iuaHPcEfbfRDtUSTFapd5if0byIFdUGg/viewform?usp=sf_link
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-winter-ecology-on-snowshoes/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220108T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220108T120000
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CREATED:20220103T223812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220117T222324Z
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SUMMARY:MERRITT - Christmas Bird Count for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Bird Count for Kids \nAlan Burger (Nicola Naturalist Society) and Loretta Holmes (Wildlife Technician Upper Nicola Band) will be our mentors. We should have plenty of knowledgeable birders present to share their passions about birds with us! We will be visiting two locations 15 minutes from town to look\, hear and learn about overwintering birds. We will be filling out a Christmas kids Bird Count form. We will have two spotting scopes and binoculars for every child. \nLocation: meet at 10am at NVIT (lower parking lot) and we will convoy to our location (TBD but within a 15 minute drive from Merritt). We should be out for two hours. \nWhat to expect and what to bring: Please pack snacks\, water and something warm to drink and dress appropriately for the weather. Luckily the weather will be on the warmer side (forecast of 0 degrees C and overcast). We will try to make it as accessible for all. However depending on the weather there may be snow on the ground making walking a bit more difficult. We will be bringing one or two spotting scopes and are working on finding binoculars for each family to share. If you have a set of your own please bring them! \nThe event will be entirely outside and there will be lots of room to social distance.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-christmas-bird-count-for-kids/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220101T110000
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SUMMARY:LANGLEY - Christmas Bird Count for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Join us for ESC’s 4th annual Christmas Bird Count for Kids and Youth! \nWe will walk around Brydon Lagoon identifying and counting birds as part of a Canada wide study. All our data will be submitted to Bird Studies Canada. \nAll ages event. It will be on a stroller friendly route. \nFree with registration. To register your family click here.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/langley-christmas-bird-count-for-kids/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211221T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211221T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T214756
CREATED:20211207T233930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220103T215707Z
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SUMMARY:SALMON ARM - Christmas Bird Count for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Bird Count for Kids\n\nJoin us for our annual Bird Count. It will be on Winter Solstice! We will be joined by our very own Pattie Perkins who will lead us on a bird walk so we can count birds and submit to this year’s count.\n\nLocation: Salmon Arm Bay foreshore (meet at outhouse west end\, near CSRD)\n\nPlease dress warmly. And if you have a thermos bring some hot chocolate or tea whichever you prefer. Might be nice to have something warm afterwards. We will print up some guide sheets from Birds Canada.\nBring:\n\n\nBinoculars if you have.\nBird book if you have.\nKeen interest in looking for birds and having fun exploring.\n\n\nFollow us on Facebook (NatureKids:Salmon Arm)\nInvite your friends.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salmon-arm-christmas-bird-count-for-kids/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211212T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T214756
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SUMMARY:KAMLOOPS - Christmas Bird Count for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Bird Count for Kids 2021 \nCalling all young birders! Join us online alongside other families and experts for this annual winter bird survey event. We’ll have Naturalist Club mentors to help with bird ID and record what we see to add to the national records for this year. \nLocation: meet at the River Trail airport parking lot. We’ll walk along the river shore and watch for birds as we go. Feel free to bring some warm drinks and snack for yourselves\, binoculars if you have them and bird books. I’ll bring some along to share\, too!
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kamloops-christmas-bird-count-for-kids/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T214756
CREATED:20211118T201713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211213T003509Z
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SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Christmas Bird Count for Kids - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:We are so sorry to announce that due to some incoming bad weather with high winds forecast\, we have to cancel this year’s event in Stanley Park. We will plan to run a similar event in May 2022 so stay tuned for details. Langley will be having a bird count on Jan 1 for those that are able to attend. \nChristmas Bird Count for Kids 2021 – Stanley Park \nCalling all young birders! Join us online alongside other families and experts for this annual winter bird survey event. After a quick introduction to bird identification where you’ll learn to tell your Kinglets from Kingfishers\, we will split into groups and head into the forest and foreshore for a 45-minute bird counting adventure then regroup to share our findings. Check out the downloadable resources below to enhance your experience! \nThis program is free for registration and is a collaboration between Birds Canada\, NatureKids BC\, and the Stanley Park Ecology Society. Register HERE. \nLocation:  We will meet at the Stanley Park Dining Pavilion (located at 610 Pipeline Road).  Please try to arrive at least 15 minutes in advance of the program. The whole program will be delivered outdoors\, so please dress for the weather.  \n\nThis program will follow approved COVID protocols\, and attendees must respect these protocols to participate in the program.  To make everyone comfortable\, we will encourage distancing and will be keeping group sizes low to accommodate this.  
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-christmas-bird-count-for-kids/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211211T120000
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SUMMARY:NELSON - Christmas Bird Count for Kids - RESCHEDULED to Dec 11
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Bird Count for Kids 2021 \nWe will be meeting at the Nelson waterfront and we will participate in the annual Christmas Bird Count for Kids\, a citizen science program organized by Birds Canada. There will be prizes and hot cocoa for all! Our mentors will be Joanne Siderius\, head naturalist at Kokanee Creek Park\, and Paul Prappas\, experienced local birder and participant in numerous Christmas Bird Counts. \nRegister here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe7OELRL3cVCpXABOglBmTtTs7rIJZ2vHAtBo83DAdPVrLCKw/viewform \nLocation: Lakeside Park (end closest to the mall) \nContact nelson@naturekidsbc.ca for questions. \nPhoto credit: Julie Clement
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-christmas-bird-count-for-kids/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211207T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211207T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T214756
CREATED:20211118T202700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211213T003436Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL EXPLORER DAY - Virtual Birding
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Birding \nJoin us for a virtual Explorer Day with our friends from Birds Canada. Kris Cu will lead us in a virtual birding experience to learn about some of our local birds\, explore local bird habitat by video\, and ask a bird expert questions about British Columbia birds. December is a month filled with bird counts and this is a great place to start learning about our local feathered friends. \nFree and open to all. Pre-registration is required. Join us by registering here: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/virtual-explorer-day-virtual-birding-tickets-220232660817 \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/virtual-explorer-day-virtual-birding/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211205T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211205T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211206T234257Z
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SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - Beautiful Birds
DESCRIPTION:Beautiful Birds \nJoin bird biologist Hana Hermanek to learn about local winter birds\, and get ready for the winter bird count! The Bird Count has been running since 1900\, and it’s the longest citizen science project in North America. This year\, your family can take part! \nRegister: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/naturekids-bc-beautiful-birds-tickets-170041419463 \nPlease get tickets for every member of your family that is attending. \nThis program will take place in person outdoors in Lynn Canyon Park. Masks are optional and preferred\, and we will be doing a daily health check. Please stay home if you’re not feeling well.  \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-beautiful-birds/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211127T150000
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SUMMARY:VICTORIA - Haro Woods. Planting Extravaganza!
DESCRIPTION:Haro Woods Planting Extravaganza! \n\nOn this Explorer Day\, we will put environmental stewardship into practice again with our Nature Mentor Lindsay Coulter. We will be planting native plants in areas cleared of ivy to replenish the foliage and improve habitat for wildlife!  The more plants we plant\, the more oxygen in the air and the more we tackle climate change. Come and help make a difference!\n\n\nRSVP here.  \nLindsay is a volunteer Lead Steward for Saanich Parks in Haro Woods. She is also the former David Suzuki’s Queen of GreenTM\, a naturalist\, educator\, facilitator\, writer\, and parent. Her work has been to coach\, mentor and educate parents\, teachers\, and childcare staff to foster a deep connection with the living world. She believes nature is the classroom\, a teacher\, and a healer.\nFor more info on other volunteer stewardship opportunities and to learn more about Haro Woods. \nWHERE: Eagle Rock (inside the woods off Finnerty Rd.). Look for a Haro Woods green sign marker at trailhead off newly paved walkway/bike trail which runs along Finnerty Road.  Metered spaces are available at UVic daycare (3889 Finnerty Rd) or you may be able to park in the neighbourhood and walk. Alternatively\, there is parking north on Edgelow in front of Arbutus Middle School. \nMAP LINK:  https://www.alltrails.com/trail/canada/british-columbia/haro-woods-park \nDIRECTIONS BY TRANSIT:  #11 bus until UVic daycare on Finnerty @Edgelow \nCOME PREPARED: Participants should dress for the weather. We will run rain or shine but not in high winds (above 60 km/hour) or a snow day. Bring garden or work gloves\, but there are some extras to loan (not kid-sized). Bring a snack and water. There are no washrooms. \nSAFETY PROTOCOLS: There will be a sign in sheet/waiver upon arrival. We will mostly stay in our family “pods” and take care to social distance. Masks are optional for adults\, but are highly recommended where distance cannot be maintained. We will be outdoors the entire time!
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/victoria-haro-woods-planting-extravaganza/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211127T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T214756
CREATED:20211028T222300Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211202T212907Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL EXPLORER DAY - Candid Camera
DESCRIPTION:Local Wildlife Caught on Camera Traps \nHave you ever wondered how camera traps work and the science that goes into planning and monitoring them? We will discuss that along with information on what kinds of animals are seen on camera traps and what researchers do with that information. \nJoin us to learn about the work of the Wildlife Coexistence lab and the amazing animals in our BC Parks and see some funny and candid images of the non-human visitors to our parks. \nRegister here to join us! \nThis presentation is being coordinated in collaboration with BC Parks and the Wildlife Coexistence Lab. They are a research lab at UBC\, focusing on wildlife coexistence and the use of camera traps. \nPresenters:\nChris Colton (MSc Student)\nOriginally from Pickering\, Ontario\nA part of WildCo for 2 years – Currently studying grizzly bear and how they ae affected by\nlogging\nLoves exploring what our beautiful parks have to offer\, to us and to the wildlife that lives in them. \nJamie Clarke (Research technician)\nFrom Vancouver\, BC\nStarted with WildCo in May 2021 – She does field work in the summer and data processing in\nthe winter.\nGrew up in BC Parks and loves seeing where her feet can take her.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/virtual-explorer-day-candid-camera/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211121T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211121T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20211202T212851Z
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SUMMARY:KAMLOOPS - Orienteering
DESCRIPTION:Orienteering in Dallas-Barnhartvale Nature Park \nCome on out and practice some compass skills. \nPlease meet at the parking lot at 10am. https://goo.gl/maps/kiKq7b7JxvzAXmTM6 \nDress for the weather! \nPlease RSVP to kamloops@naturekidsbc.ca if you can join us\, so I can make sure we have enough supplies. Also\, please let me know if you have a compass\, or if your little one will need to borrow a club one. \nWe’ll be social distancing as best we can\, and feel free to bring a mask for moments when this isn’t possible.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kamloops-orienteering/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211116T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211116T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T214756
CREATED:20211020T023128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T001826Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL EXPLORER DAY - Spiders\, Oh My!
DESCRIPTION:Spiders draw a reaction from us – how does your house react? \nJoin NatureKids BC’s Andres Mancera Barreto to explore their awesome science!\n\n\n\n\n\nAbout this event\nCome and join us for a talk about how these arachnids\, in their uniqueness\, differ from other organisms and among each other. We will learn how to distinguish some of them by their webs\, their importance for their ecosystems and us\, and a few facts that reflect their uniqueness. Come and learn about Black Widows\, Jumping spiders and more. \n\n\nRadioactive? Maybe not. Charlotte’s Web? Definitely beautiful! Important in BC’s ecosystem? Let’s learn! \nRegister here.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/virtual-explorer-day-spiders-oh-my/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211111T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211111T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T214756
CREATED:20211110T201700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211118T001806Z
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SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Salmon Spawning at Stoney Creek
DESCRIPTION:See Salmon Spawning at Stoney Creek \nThis is the peak time for salmon spawning and we are thrilled to have connected with Nature Mentors\, father and son George and Luka Kovacic who will give us a tour of Stoney Creek. Luka\, age 12\, is passionate about BC salmon and monitors their return to Stoney Creek on a regular basis. Although numbers of returning salmon are down this year\, Stoney Creek is one of the few places close to Vancouver that the amazing life cycle of Pacific salmon can still be seen. \nRegister here. \nMeeting Location and Directions: Stoney Creek borders Burnaby and Burquitlam. We will meet at Oakdale Park\, in the parking lot at the front of the park. \nIf driving\, there are 3 route options. See map below. From East Vancouver for example\, the drive is approx 18 – 25 minutes. \nIf using transit\, the Burquitlam Skytrain Station is a 15-minute walk from the park. \nWhat to bring: Water and snack. Perhaps an umbrella. \n \nWhat to wear: As it is likely to be raining at least part of the time\, dress appropriately for the weather; layered clothing might be helpful too. Boots or waterproof shoes are recommended. Although Luka will be going into the creek\, we will stay on the trails and paths. For more information about Stoney Creek\, please see the website of the Stoney Creek Environmental Committee.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-salmon-spawning-at-stoney-creek/
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