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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Good-bye Chums!
DESCRIPTION:Release salmon fry into the creek where they will start their journey to the sea. Tour the hatchery. Take part in fun activities and games to find out how to help salmon. \nLocation: Kanaka Creek Regional Park. Meet at 11450 256th St\, Maple Ridge \nPresented with Kanaka Education & Environmental Partnership Society \nFree and open to all. All ages. \nPhoto credit: Eiko Jones 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-good-bye-chums/
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Turtle Time
DESCRIPTION:Join us and Nature Mentor Andrea Gielens from the Wildlife Preservation Society for some Turtle Time. We’ll start with a Turtle Talk presentation for about an hour\, followed by some questions\, games and of course meeting a few painted turtles. This is an amazing opportunity to find out about our own local turtles in B.C. and how they have ended up on the endangered species list! Plus families can take advantage of this amazing park afterwards and explore the local river and waterfalls.\n\nLocation: Kanaka Creek Fish Hatchery Parking Lot – 11450 256th Street\n\nHere is the info page: https://wildlifepreservation.ca/western-painted-turtle/\n\nPlease RSVP to ridgemeadows@naturekidsbc.ca to register your attendance for that day.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-turtle-time/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220612T160000
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Bear Necessities
DESCRIPTION:What would you do if you encountered a bear? Do you know how to make your property bear smart and bear safe? Join us and Kanaka Education & Environmental Partnership Society (KEEPS) at Kanaka Creek Regional Park for an open house and bear aware session. Volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and explain about these intelligent\, beautiful animals. \n \nRSVP to ridgemeadows@naturekidsbc.ca or visit the KEEPS FB page for more details.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-bear-beware/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220619T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220619T130000
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Salmon Release
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fry release hosted by the Alouette River Management Society (ARMS) at Maple Ridge Park. There will be some fun activities for families and face painting. Adopt-a-Block will be there and WildSafe BC will be there as well. \nLocation: Maple Ridge Park – 13180 232 Street \nRSVP to ridgemeadows@naturekidsbc.ca \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-salmon-release/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220717T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220717T130000
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS- Fishing Fun for Everyone!
DESCRIPTION:Family Fun Fishing Day \nThere is this amazing program and collaboration Nature Kids is doing with Fresh Water Fisheries Society of BC\, teaching our kids how to fish! \nWe will get 45 min of instruction and then we’ll have 1.5 hours of fishing time in their fully stocked fishing ponds! Day will Include information about their organization\, fish identification\, how to properly handle a fish\, basic tackle and casting lessons\, and safety and a guided fishing time at our stocked ponds. \nLocation: Onsite at their fishery ponds (which are fully stocked ensuring a few catches!) 34345 VYE ROAD\, ABBOTSFORD\, BC \nCost: $10 / per child \nDetails: This day will be held rain or shine and run fully outdoors. With fully covered picnic bench seating area and access to a port-a-potty\, down at the ponds. \nPlease RSVP your attendance to ridgemeadows@naturekidsbc.ca and include the number of adults and children attending. Payment will be collected the day of the event by the organization\, not Nature Kids. \nCheck out this link for more details about the program https://www.gofishbc.com/How-to-Fish.aspx#fishing-programs \nPhoto credit: Jenni Stol
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-fishing-fun-for-everyone/
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - All About Amphibians and KEEPS Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us and Kanaka Education & Environmental Partnership Society (KEEPS) at Kanaka Creek Regional Park for an open house and amphibian session. Tour the grounds\, meet the team and learn about the amazing amphibians around us.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-17/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220911T110000
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Bear Aware // CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Due to some unforeseen scheduling conflicts we need to cancel the event this weekend. We appreciate your understanding for the last minute cancellation. We will reschedule for a later date – so stay tuned! \n____________ \nJoin us and learn all about bears – and especially how to minimize both bear attractants as well as negative interactions with our furry friends. \nLocation: Albion Park – 24460 104th Ave \nRSVP to ridgemeadows@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-bear-aware/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T002541Z
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Rivers Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Ridge Meadows Rivers Day Celebration \nJoin us to celebrate BC River’s Day at ALLCO Park in partnership with the Alouette River Management Society (ARMS). We’ll have a demonstration table and there will be live entertainment\, carnival games\, face painting\, food and much more! \nLocation: ALLCO Park –13255 Alouette Rd\, Maple Ridge
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-rivers-day-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230423T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230423T150000
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Discover Kanaka Creek
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Kanaka Creek Fish Hatchery to explore aquatic habitats and participate in citizen science. We will be helping the Kanaka Education & Environmental Partnership Society conduct water testing in the creek\, they will provide all the equipment. \nThis event is for NatureKids BC members. Become a member today it’s FREE! \nPlease register no later than April 15th by emailing ridgemeadows@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-discover-kanaka-creek/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230618T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230618T130000
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Father's Day Fish Release
DESCRIPTION:Join NatureKids BC families and the Allouette River Management Society for the Father’s Day Fish Release. We will release 5\,000 chinook fry into the River at Maple Ridge Park! \nThis event is for NatureKids BC members. Become a member today! \nTo register please email ridgemeadows@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-fathers-day-fish-release/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240427T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240427T140000
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Goodbye Chums Fry Release
DESCRIPTION:Join NatureKids BC and KEEPS – Kanaka Education & Environmental Stewardship Society\, to release some baby chum back into the Kanaka River! \n\n​Located in beautiful Kanaka Creek Regional Park in Maple Ridge. \nClick here to register! \nDiscover watershed stewardship and the wonders of nature at the Kanaka Creek Watershed Stewardship Centre. \nHere\, you’ll find: \n\nA fish hatchery\nStormwater management landscaping\nLarge outdoor education spaces and gathering areas\nIndoor facilities for education and community programs\n\nExplore the centre’s grounds\, view interpretive signs and venture into Kanaka Creek Regional Park along connected trails. Meet volunteers and join programs to speak with people who work on stewardship projects and lead education activities. \nThis centre is the result of extraordinary working relationships between Metro Vancouver\, the Kanaka Education and Environmental Partnership Society (KEEPS) and the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada.​ \nYou will have the opportunity to release some chum and learn about the lifecycle of the salmon from spawning\, to eggs\, to eyed eggs\, to alevins\, and finally to fry ready to be released! \n\nThis event is for NatureKids BC members. Become a member today! \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-goodbye-chums-fry-release/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250913T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250913T113000
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CREATED:20250815T160249Z
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Nature Crafting with Invasive Plants
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to turn regionally invasive plants\, Horse Chestnut and Morning Glory\, into functional\, beautiful keychains. \nWhile working with these natural materials\, we’ll explore their histories\, ecological impacts\, and stories.Participants will explore cordage weaving and basic woodworking. \nWe will meet at the picnic table near the zipline. \nThis workshop is best suited for those aged 8+\, as cordage-making requires some dexterity. Pre-made cordage will be available for anyone who prefers it. The workshop also includes the use of low-powered electric drills. \nAbout the Facilitator:Joshua Ralph is a nature mentor and community-engaged eco-artist behind the Invasive Art Initiative. His work bridges ecology and creativity\, offering new ways to relate to “invasive species” through ethically harvested\, repurposed plant materials. Since 2021\, the traveling initiative has collaborated with nonprofits and community groups across the Lower Mainland to offer workshops\, demos\, and talks that challenge dominant narratives about environment\, colonization\, and human exceptionalism. \nLearn more at www.invasiveartinitiative.ca \nWhat to Bring: – Weather-appropriate clothing – Water bottle and any snacks you may need \nClick here to register! \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-nature-crafting-with-invasive-plants/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20251025T150000
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Splashing Salmon
DESCRIPTION:Experience the sights and sounds of splashing salmon! \nVisit the Kanaka Creek Fish Fence to witness the fall migration of thousands of spawning salmon and learn about their amazing journey from the Fraser River\, to the ocean and back again. \nK.E.E.P.S staff will lead us through a discussion about this keystone species and the important role of the hatchery. \nClick here to register! 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-splashing-salmon/
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