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SUMMARY:MARINE MAMMALS (VIRTUAL EXPLORER DAY - OPEN TO ALL)
DESCRIPTION:Marine Mammals of the Salish Sea\n\nJoin us for another virtual Explorer Day. We will look of the marine mammals of the Salish Sea with Nature Mentor Joan Lopez.\n\nWhen most of us think of mammals\, what usually comes to mind first are land mammals – like our pets\, or maybe the squirrels and raccoons we see around neighbourhoods and parks. But there are other types of mammals that are specially adapted to spend most\, or all of their life in the ocean. Join in to learn about some of these amazing creatures that are found in the Salish Sea. \n\nJoan is a Marine Biologist and Marine Educator who has been working as a guide with a local whale watching company since 2003. She is also the Chair of the Marine Biology Committee of Nature Vancouver.\n\nNo registration required.\nJoin us via: https://zoom.us/j/94853281927?pwd=QUZEbEtESjA3bFYzbFhDUkZhamtMZz09\nMeeting ID: 948 5328 1927\nPassword: 013173
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/marine-mammals-virtual-explorer-day-open-to-all/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200512T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200512T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200427T232856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220419Z
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SUMMARY:Meet the Wolves (Virtual Explorer Day - Open to All)
DESCRIPTION:Join us and nature mentor Gary R. Allan from the Tundra Speaks Society for a special evening Explorer Day on wolves. Evening is the best time to hear them howl. Come for a (virtual) walk with Gary to meet the wolves and better understand and appreciate how we can learn from wolves and First Nation peoples and become better stewards and guardians of the environment. Gary has been conducting wolf education for the past 12 years to schools\, community groups and many First Nations schools and organizations.\n\nTuesday\, May 12 @ 630pm.\nhttps://zoom.us/join\nMeeting ID: 818-5127-0448\nPasscode: 515514
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/meet-the-wolves-virtual-explorer-day-open-to-all/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200602T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200602T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200525T212401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220419Z
UID:10009-1591095600-1591099200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Virtual Birding! (Virtual Explorer Day)
DESCRIPTION:Virtual Birding!\n\nJoin us for a virtual Explorer Day with our friends from Birds Canada. Graham Sorenson and Caroline Biel 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.\n\nIf you missed the live session you can find the recorded one here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F5NlXM6L4Hg&t=1s
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/virtual-birding-virtual-explorer-day-open-to-all/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200607T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200607T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200525T221131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220419Z
UID:10011-1591527600-1591531200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Bats of BC (Virtual Explorer Day)
DESCRIPTION:Get to know the bats of BC! \nJoin us for and our mentor Ella Braden from the Okanagan Community Bat Program as we get to know the bats of BC. \nFlying mammals? Did you know the Okanagan has more species of bat than anywhere else in Canada? This explorer day will introduce you to the bats who call British Columbia home and investigate the ways in which people can help these bug-devouring flying friends thrive. Bring your curiosity and get ready to fly! \nIf you missed the live session you can find the recorded one here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FZKMGNyzoh8&t=2s \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/bats-of-bc-virtual-explorer-day-open-to-all/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200616T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200616T114500
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200527T222047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220419Z
UID:10020-1592305200-1592307900@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:What Bug Is That? (Virtual Explorer Day)
DESCRIPTION:What bug is that? \nJoin us and North Vancouver Club leader Tricia Edgar for a virtual bug hunt. We’ll examine the world of forest invertebrates\, sometimes known as bugs! How are they well-adapted to the coastal temperate rainforest\, and what invertebrates can you expect to find in the areas around your home? We’ll have a quick introduction to invertebrates\, then we’ll head out into the forest on a live bug search so that you can see some of our local invertebrates close up.\n \nJoin us here: \nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/j/84290080009?pwd=UGYzOVgrNTJIY0ZVL1pxdGJqK1FNZz09 \nMeeting ID: 842 9008 0009\nPassword: 486171\nBy phone: +1 778 907 2071
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/what-bug-is-that-virtual-explorer-day-open-to-all/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200620T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200620T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200527T223138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220419Z
UID:10022-1592650800-1592654400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:World Music Day Celebration - Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:World Music Day Celebration\n\n\n\nJoin us for a morning celebrating song\, summer solstice and World Music Day with Nature Mentor Aimee Ringle. All songs will be taught by call and response so no prior singing experience is needed.\n\n\nEvent date and time to be confirmed.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/world-music-day-celebration-virtual-explorer-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200711T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200711T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200625T191723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220419Z
UID:10116-1594461600-1594468800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:MERRITT
DESCRIPTION:Weed Warrior Challenge \nWe have registered with the Thompson Nicola Regional Districts weed warrior challenge. We will be pulling spotted knapweed and reseeding the area with native grass seed. We will be doing this at Marquart Lake outside of Merritt and will encourage people to bring a picnic lunch for themselves. Please bring your own pair work gloves for pulling. We will provide plastic bags for disposal.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-20/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200719T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200625T191537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220419Z
UID:10114-1595152800-1595160000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NELSON
DESCRIPTION:Duck Bay Discovery \nLet’s get to know wetlands right here in Nelson! Duck Bay is the site of a great wetland building project that keeps our waters cleaner and provides habitat for many species of plants and animals. Join NatureKids and Friends of Kootenay Lake for a fun morning of wetland education. We’ll also help clean up the shoreline. Meet at the covered picnic area next to Duck Bay\, located between the Lakeside Park playing fields and the mall. \nWe will provide hand sanitizer and gloves for the shoreline cleanup. Families are encouraged to spread out and maintain social distancing. We will be outdoors\, in an open area. \nFor questions or to register email nelson@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-35/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200719T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200719T123000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200625T193704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220419Z
UID:10118-1595154600-1595161800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:COMOX VALLEY
DESCRIPTION:Family Fun Day! \nWe will be having a family picnic and sandcastle contest at Saratoga beach! Biologist Amber Stroeder will also be joining us as a guest leader so we can learn about the different types of beach ecosystems that exist at Saratoga (sandy\, rocky\, tidal pool). The purpose of this event will be to reconnect with our members in a fun and safe way while also learning more about beach ecosystems. \nWe will meet in front of the washrooms at the green and blue driftwood post at the Saratoga Beach Access Park (down Seaman Rd). We are asking families to bring their own sandcastle building supplies (buckets\, shovels) and sanitation supplies (hand sanitizer\, disinfecting wipes). Masks are invited but not required. Families are also reminded to bring proper beach attire (hats\, sunglasses\, sunscreen\, etc.) along with water\, snacks\, and lunch. We are asking members to RSVP through email or our Facebook event before July 17th.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/comox-valley-24/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200721T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200721T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200623T003334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220419Z
UID:10107-1595329200-1595332800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:The Wild Bees Around You (Virtual Explorer Day)
DESCRIPTION:Join us and nature mentor Eve Layman for a virtual Explorer Day as we explore wild bees of BC!  While the honey bee is really well known did you know they are not from BC?  This presentation will focus on the bees that you can find in wild places and your backyard\, no hive needed!\n\nEve Layman is a volunteer Bee Ambassador with Border Free Bees as well as a Wild BC Facilitator in Kelowna and her day job is working with Sagebrush Tours guiding people on hikes and wine tours in the Okanagan Valley.\n\n\nJoin us here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83155596883?pwd=dUowOEV3VmFYMzNGdjBQb01EbE5TUT09\nMeeting ID: 831 5559 6883\nPassword: 275896\nBy phone: 1- 778 907 2071
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/the-wild-bees-around-you-virtual-explorer-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200729T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200729T200000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200714T172439Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220419Z
UID:10212-1596045600-1596052800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER
DESCRIPTION:Picnic at Trout Lake/John Hendry Park\n\nWith Phase 3 in effect\, we would like to invite you all to a Picnic at Trout Lake/John Hendry Park. Our special guests will be Nature Mentors from Echo Ecological who will lead us on a Nature Scavenger Hunt throughout the park. We’ll play games along the way and discover all sorts of cool things\, such as different kinds of bird nests!\n\nMeeting place: We’ll meet on the south side of the Park\, which is at 19th Ave. near Hull St. See map here. There is parking on East 19th. For bus travel\, the # 20 (Victoria Drive\, disembark at Victoria Diversion)\, #7 (Nanaimo St\, disembark at E. 20th)\, # 9 and #99 (Broadway\, disembark at Victoria\, 10-15 min walk) will all get you there. SkyTrain stations Commercial-Broadway and Nanaimo are both about 1 km from the meeting spot. Please check Translink for more details.\n\nDress for the weather and wear shoes that you don’t mind getting a little wet. This Explorer Day will go ahead if light rain is forecast\, but we will cancel if heavier rain is expected.\n\nTo keep us all safe during the Covid 19 pandemic\, we will maintain physical distancing by congregating in a large circle of family groups 6 feet apart. Please bring a blanket and all the food needed for your family; we will not be sharing food. For the Scavenger Hunt\, families will aim to stay in their family bubble. Parents/guardians will be responsible for maintaining 6 ft. distance. The wearing of masks is welcome but not required. Please cancel your registration if anyone in your family bubble has had symptoms of Covid 19 such as coughing or fever\, or if anyone in your family bubble has been around anyone with such symptoms.\n\nEcho Ecological is an organization that provides habitat conservation and restoration for degraded urban ecosystems in Metro Vancouver. For the past few years\, they have been restoring the bog on the east side of Trout Lake\, so they know this Park really well. To learn more about this project and others\, see  www.echoecological.com/projects.html.\n\nRSVP to the event here.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-32/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200809T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200809T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200729T115126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10242-1596970800-1596974400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Meet the Owls (Virtual Explorer Day)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Explorer Day with our friends at OWL (Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society). We will meet some of their raptors (eagles\, falcons\, hawks\, ospreys\, owls\, & vultures) on camera and learn about the important role raptors play in our ecosystems and the work that OWL does. \nZoom event details: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87961875250?pwd=eGg0UU1WcWVhL1hRVGNMSVJxMWV4dz09 \nMeeting ID: 879 6187 5250\nPasscode: 601925
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/meet-the-owls-virtual-explorer-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200822T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200826T194811Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10289-1598090400-1598097600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:MERRITT
DESCRIPTION:Nature Hike in Godey Creek Park \nDepending on our crew we will either walk up Too Much Info or along Godey Creek Trail. Along our walk we will stop to talk about the different plants and trees that grow in our local forests. We will also have a surprise activity planned 🙂
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-21/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200826T194652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10287-1599904800-1599912000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER
DESCRIPTION:Explore Capilano River Regional Park \nOn this Explorer Day\, we’ll have an opportunity to see\, hear\, smell\, touch\, and explore life in the temperate rainforest. We’ll enjoy fun hands-on discovery and learning activities led by a park interpreter amongst the trickling streams\, giant trees and trails of Capilano River Regional Park in North Vancouver. \nIn order to maintain safe physical distancing\, this Explorer Day will be a little different than usual. We will have 2 groups\, each with a max. number of 6 people including parent/guardian\, that will go on a one hour tour. Tour #1 will be from 10:00 to 11:00\, and Tour #2 from 11:00 to 12:00. We recommend taking the time before or after your tour to visit beautiful Capilano Lake\, the reservoir where our drinking water in Vancouver comes from! See photo below. \nWe are recommending that only one parent accompany their child/children on the tour\, to maximize the number of children able to participate in this program. We will attempt to combine similar ages of children in the 2 tour groups. A waitlist will be kept in case we have more interested families than spots available. \nMeeting location: Capilano Hatchery\, 4500 Capilano Park Road\, North Van. Use the park entrance at the intersection of Capilano Road and Mt Crown Road and proceed to the end of the road to find the hatchery building. See attached map. If you are coming by public transit\, there are multiple routes to access the Hatchery. Please check out the TransLink website to see which route works best for you. \nDress for the weather. This tour will go rain or shine. The pathways in the park are gravel so wear closed-toed shoes with some grip if possible. \nCovid 19. To keep us all safe throughout the walk\, families will stay together. Parents/guardians will be responsible for maintaining 6 ft. distance from the interpreter and other families. Face masks are welcome\, but not required. Please note\, that although other Park goers are respectful of physical distancing\, it may not always be possible to maintain 2 metres along the forest trails. \nPlease do not register for this event if anyone in your family bubble has symptoms of Covid 19 such as coughing or fever\, or if anyone in your family bubble has been in contact with someone who has such symptoms. Thank-you!! \nRSVP to vancouver@naturekidsbc.ca with the names and ages of your children.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-34/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200919T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200919T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200911T223426Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10327-1600522200-1600527600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NELSON - Cancelled
DESCRIPTION:Return of the Kokanee Salmon \nGood news\, we have confirmed our in-person Explorer Day event for September. We will be meeting at Kokanee Creek Park to learn all about the returning Kokanee salmon! We’ll join head naturalist Joanne Siderius for a tour of the spawning channels and an up close look at the salmon. We may be able to do a dissection as well. \nWhen: Saturday September 19 at 1:30pm.\nWhere: Meet at the Nature Centre. \nDue to COVID\, the park has space limitations on some areas of the viewing platforms. To accommodate this we will need to cap the number of participants at 15. I’ll send a registration form out later this weekend. Please\, if you sign up but later decide you won’t be attending\, let me know. We consistently have folks who sign up for our events but then don’t attend\, and we’d like to open up those spots to other families. \nRSVP:  https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSerVLyM3icKYTOwkkJ_a7IfWkqX8AF6wrPBxOVHG2_7TMT0UA/viewform
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-36/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200924T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200924T180000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200921T231322Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10368-1600963200-1600970400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Nicomekl
DESCRIPTION:Releaf Tree Planting with the City of Surrey  \n\nTo celebrate 20 years of NatureKids BC in 2020 we are organizing province/club-wide Tree Planting Explorer Days with a goal to plant 200 trees in our 20th year. Just as our kids themselves grow from care and attention and access to nature\, trees are beautiful symbols of investing in our future. Trees are also one of the best ways to fight climate change and tree planting continues to be a deeply impactful way for our members to “take action”. We hope this will be a unifying activity for the whole organization across the province\, setting the  foundation for the exciting next 20 years!\n\n\nWe would like to invite your family to plant a shade tree at the Surrey Centre Cemetery. We are going to begin by planting twelve shade trees to grow Surrey’s urban forest. City of Surrey staff will provide all tools and training.  Planters will work as family units (up to five people) to plant one large tree. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. The event will run rain or shine\, but could be cancelled in high winds. Pre-registration required for all families. See details below.\n\nDate: Thursday\, September 24th\nTime: 4pm-6pm (see registration details)\nLocation: Surrey Centre Cemetery\, 16671 Old McLellan Rd\n\nTo register:  Each family will need to register for a 4pm or 5pm start time. Space is limited. To register\, please email nicomekl@naturekidsbc.ca with the following details:\n\nName\nPhone number\nClub\nTotal number of family members attending\nChosen start time (4pm or 5pm)
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nicomekl-37/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200925T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200904T235342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10316-1601028000-1601035200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:OTTER HL
DESCRIPTION:Stream Clean-up Challenge \nDuring this fun and useful Explorer Day we will help clean up one of our local waterways in honour of BC Rivers Day! We can enjoy the company of our other NatureKids families while we clean up in our own family bubbles\, maintaining the necessary physical distancing. We look forward to returning to nature with all of you! Exact location TBA. \nRSVP: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1akEEMi9PzB-lN0yeDne6nEYay-cHLW6pEPFyfFeZKQ0/edit
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/otter-hl-33/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200926T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200926T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200826T203404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10291-1601121600-1601132400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER
DESCRIPTION:IVY PULL AT SEYMOUR RIVER HERITAGE PARK  \n\n\n \nHelp restore a small park adjacent to Maplewood Farm. This park contains a salmon-bearing creek and is a gem of a park tucked away next to the Seymour River. Remove ivy and prepare the area for local native plants. \nPlease choose a one-hour time slot – there will be two families per time\, and we ask that families bring their own shovels and gloves to the workshop. We also ask that families be prepared to distance from one another. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/naturekids-ivy-pull-in-the-seymour-river-heritage-park-tickets-117594142245
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-31/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200926T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200926T193000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200915T225214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10340-1601143200-1601148600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:MERRITT
DESCRIPTION:Evening Bat Walk \nOn September 26 we will do an evening bat walk through windy canyon and learn about bats. As the best time to spot bats is right before dusk please have an early dinner and meet us at 6 pm.  We will meet right before the flats on Lindley Creek road.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-22/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200927T113000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200921T231944Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10370-1601200800-1601206200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER
DESCRIPTION:20th Anniversary Celebration: Tree Planting at Jericho Beach Park \nJoin us to celebrate 20 years at our next Explorer Day: Tree Planting at Jericho Beach Park. The Jericho Stewardship Group (JSG) will be our Nature Mentors and we’ll learn all about the native species of the park and what JSG is doing to protect it. Our NatureKids Vancouver Club will be contributing to the enhancement of the park by planting a wide variety of trees and shrubs including Vine Maple\, Big Leaf Maple\, Bitter Cherry\, Saskatoon\, Grand Fir\, Indian Plum and Elder. This Explorer Day will be part of the 20th Anniversary of NatureKids BC and we hope you will be able to stay for the celebration\, which is from 11:00 to 11:30. \nThe Jericho Stewardship Group is a volunteer organization whose mission is to enhance the natural habitat of Jericho Beach Park in collaboration with the Vancouver Park Board. For more information on JSG see http://jerichostewardship.ca \nMeeting Location: We will be meeting on the West side of the park at the entry point where NW Marine Dr. and Discovery St. intersect (See map below). \nCOVID-19: The Jericho Stewardship Group has been following the Parks Board protocol to ensure they are doing everything in their power to stop the spread of COVID-19. They will have hand sanitizer available but ask that you bring your own gardening gloves if possible. Families are also encouraged to bring their own drinks. We will have plenty of space to spread out as our work area is quite large. Face masks are welcome but not required. \nPlease do not register for this event if anyone in your family bubble has symptoms of COVID-19 such as coughing or fever\, or if anyone in your bubble has been in contact with someone who has such symptoms or tested positive. Thank-you! \nPlease RSVP here.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-35/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200927T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200927T130000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200915T221235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10337-1601204400-1601211600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to announce our collaboration with Alouette River Management Society’s (A.R.M.S.) September 27th Rivers Day in Maple Ridge! \nWe plan to choose an area along the Alouette River to clean up trash with tongs and bags and learn about how littering negatively effects the habitats of so many different creatures. We have not yet determined the location but it will likely be at or near Maple Ridge Park. \nIn light of the ongoing COVID-19 crises\, this event must\, unfortunately\, be limited to only 4 families. This will allow us to keep our group relatively small and social distancing between families more successful. \nThe event will take place between 11am and 1pm. \nPlease rsvp as soon as you can to reserve a spot in this event with us and help us help the creatures of our river habitats.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-15/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200927T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20200927T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200918T210743Z
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UID:10353-1601211600-1601218800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NORTH OKANAGAN
DESCRIPTION:Salmon Run \nWe will meet at Creekside Park (at the parking lot) to observe the Kokanee Salmon run\, learn about their life cycle and play socially distanced games. I will send out an email with our new safety guidelines and informed consent agreement. With hand sanitizer\, our new forms and positive language to encourage children to remain socially distanced\, we are ready for more outdoor learning 🙂 Masks are invited/optional but not required. We are asking for a minimum of 4 children to run this event (I doubt we will need a maximum based on the size of our club). \nI believe now\, more than ever\, outdoor learning is key. NatureKids is a great way to meet with other families in our community in a safe way to connect with one another\, other families and the outdoors.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-okanagan-41/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201017T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201017T113000
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UID:10409-1602928800-1602934200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:MERRITT
DESCRIPTION:Stick Weaving in Pioneer Park \nCome join us on Saturday October 16th for our next Explorer Day. We will be making stick weavings (as seen in images) at Smith Pioneer Park in lower Nicola. Start time is 10 am. \nPlease let us know if you are planning to attend and how many children will be participating. Each child will need their own materials and equipment so we want to make sure we bring enough for everyone.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-23/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201017T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201017T160000
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CREATED:20201006T040942Z
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UID:10412-1602943200-1602950400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER
DESCRIPTION:Native Planting by Renfrew Ravine \n\nOn Saturday\, October 17th from 2:00 – 4:00 PM\, our Vancouver Club will participate in another Explorer Day focused on ecological restoration. This time we’ll go to Renfrew Ravine (north end) in East Vancouver with Nature Mentors from the Still Moon Arts Society and Still Creek Streamkeepers. Our guides will teach us about the importance of native plants for land and water habitats and ecosystems. Then we’ll remove some invasive species in the ravine and replace them with native plant species. \nIf you have your own garden or work gloves\, feel free to bring them; however\, gloves\, shovels\, and hand sanitizer will be provided.  Dress for the weather\, and wear sturdy\, water-resistant shoes that you don’t mind getting a bit muddy. Families are encouraged to bring their own snacks and drinks. \nTo learn more about our mentors’ organizations\, visit stillmoon.org. \nMeeting Location\nWe will be meeting at the entrance to the boardwalk by Renfrew St. and the Boyd Diversion (close to E. 22nd Ave). See attached map. \nIf you are taking public transit\, check the Translink Trip Planner to find your best route. https://new.translink.ca/trip-planner. \nPlease RSVP here. \nCOVID-19\nWe will be following NatureKids BC’s recommended protocol to ensure that we are doing everything in our power to stop the spread of COVID-19. Because our Explorer Days are held outdoors\, we have the opportunity to properly social distance. Face masks are welcome but not required. \nPlease do not register for this event if you or anyone in your family bubble has symptoms of COVID-19 such as coughing\, fever\, vomiting\, diarrhea\, loss of taste/smell\, or if you have been in contact with someone who has such symptoms or tested positive.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-36/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201022T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201022T123000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20201013T224825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10470-1603362600-1603369800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:DELTA HL
DESCRIPTION:Cougar Creek Plant & Pull \nWe will be assisting the Cougar Creek Streamkeepers in pulling invasive ivy and planting young trees! Dress for the weather and please bring your own gloves and trowel. We’ll be planting in North Delta (exact location TBA soon). \n\n\nThe Cougar Creek Streamkeepers are an amazing organization that has taken our group on adventurous outings in the past. I am attaching the link for registration as well as a list of Covid 19 precautions from the Streamkeepers. They are setting a limit at 20 people\, including 2 of their volunteers. They are looking for the best spot for us to work on and will pass on the exact location asap.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/delta-hl-31/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201023T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201023T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20201001T204000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10397-1603459800-1603465200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NELSON
DESCRIPTION:20th Anniversary Tree Planting \nNatureKids is celebrating 20 years of connecting families with nature in communities across BC\, and we are celebrating by giving back. Join us for a fun afternoon of learning about our local forests and planting trees! \nWhen: October 23rd (this is a Pro-D day in SD8 and SD20). Meet at 130pm.\nWhere: I’ll be sending out a map and directions closer to the date\, but we’ll be about 2km up Giveout Creek Rd\, which is near Cottonwood Lake. \nStaff from Interfor will be joining us to help plant the trees and teach us about how our forests are managed. We’ll have other games and activities as well. We might even be able to have a fire. More details to follow. \nDue to covid\, registration will be limited. We’ll of course have plenty of space to spread out. Masks are welcome and any shared tools will be sanitized. Any questions let me know\, I can send you our current covid safety policy. Feeling unwell? Please stay home.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-37/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201024T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201024T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
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UID:10366-1603537200-1603540800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Invasive Species of BC (VIRTUAL EXPLORER DAY)
DESCRIPTION:Invasive Species of BC \nJoin us and the Invasive Species Council of BC (ISCBC) to learn about three of the world’s most notorious invasive species. We will discuss the Japanese Beetle (Popillia japonica)\, the Asian Giant Hornet (Vespa mandarinia) and the European Green Crab (Carcinus maenas)\, their presence in British Columbia and what you can do to help. \nOur mentor will be Nick Wong – he is the ISCBC’s research and projects coordinator. He has diverse experience working previously in Pacific salmon and herring fisheries in BC\, and has a PhD in Marine Ecology from the University of Auckland\, New Zealand. Nick is passionate about teaching and creating engaging opportunities for people to learn and understand the role they can play in the prevention and mitigation of invasive species. \nEvent link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86041222213?pwd=ZndOc2VSVyttRHdpRm8xS2cwUW5YQT09 \nMeeting ID: 860 4122 2213\nPasscode: 605377\nDial by your location: 1 778-907-2071
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/invasive-species-of-bc-virtual-explorer-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201024T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201024T150000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20200826T203517Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10293-1603540800-1603551600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER
DESCRIPTION:RESTORE THE OUTDOORS \nLearn about native plants and help with plant restoration in Lynn Canyon Park. Work together with Ecology Centre staff to restore an area of Lynn Canyon Park that’s close to the Ecology Centre. \nPlease choose a one-hour time slot – there will be two families per time\, and we ask that families bring their own shovels and gloves to the workshop. We also ask that families be prepared to distance from one another. \nRegister here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/naturekids-bc-restore-the-outdoors-tickets-117673876733
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-32/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201025T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201025T150000
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CREATED:20201020T191236Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10498-1603630800-1603638000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:COMOX VALLEY
DESCRIPTION:Wildwood Forest Discoveries\n\n\nExplorer Day this Sunday at Wildwood Forest! We are lucky to have Forester Julia Leropoli join us for a walk through Wildwood\, where we will observe differences in the forest as we go through the plantation area\, do some nature art and learn about what can be found in the forest – all while discovering another great walking trail in the Comox Valley!RSVP:\nWe are requesting that anyone wanting to attend this Explorer Day RSVP by email by Friday 23rd\, as we need to have a sense of numbers for our programming and we also have a group size limit on account of Covid. We will have a maximum of 6 family groups and a total maximum of 15 people\, including leaders. It will be “first come first served”\, and I will confirm your attendance by email. In your RSVP\, please indicate the number and age of participants in your family group. \nWhere to meet:\nWe will meet at the Burns Road Entrance to Wildwood – it’s about a 15 minute drive out from Courtenay. From the Percy/Condensery intersection\, take Condensery Road North\, where Condensery turns into Dove Creek Road\, turn left onto Burns Road. Follow Burns Road past Wildwood Road. There is a small parking area for Wildwood on the right hand side. Here is a link to the map in the brochure: https://www.comoxvalleyrd.ca/sites/default/files/docs/Parks-Recreation/wildwood_forest_brochure_june2017.pdf. Please note\, parking will be tight. There is a bit of room for parking on the side of the road\, but please be very careful around the road. We’ll meet at the information kiosk. \nWhat to Bring:\nAs always\, please come dressed to spend approximately 2 hours outside. The trail is in good shape\, so boots likely aren’t required unless it is a very wet day. You may want to bring a snack/drink\, but we won’t be taking a formal break for snack this time. Please leave dogs at home\, and help us remind the kids to “leave nature in nature”. \nWeather etc.\nWe typically head out rain or shine\, but I will cancel the outing if winds look too high to be safe in the forest. If the weather looks “iffy” on Sunday morning\, I’ll send out an email by 10am confirming whether or not we are going ahead.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/comox-valley-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201030T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20201030T120000
DTSTAMP:20260505T210152
CREATED:20201007T190222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210826T220418Z
UID:10428-1604052000-1604059200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:OTTER HL
DESCRIPTION:Native Vegetation Planting \nWe will be planting native vegetation in Campbell River Park. Please dress appropriately for the activity and weather.  Sturdy footwear is required.  Metro Vancouver will provide tools and gloves.  Please note\, due to COVID-19\, refreshments will not be provided this year.  Participants are encouraged to pack in their own snacks and water and pack out any waste.  Please try to minimize plastic waste. \nMeeting location: Campbell Valley Regional Park \nMaximum group size: 20 participants \nAdditional COVID-19 protocols\n1) Participants must not attend the stewardship activity if they are: \n\nExhibiting cold or flu-like symptoms in the last 10 days such as fever\, chills\, new or worsening cough\, shortness of breath\, sore throat\, and new muscle aches or headache;Under the direction of the provincial health officer to self-isolate;\nArrived from outside of Canada in the last 14 days;\nIn close contact with someone who has a confirmed or suspected case of COVID-19 in the last 14 days.\n\n2) All participants must register and provide their full name and telephone number in case contact tracing is required.\n3) Volunteers will keep a physical distance of at least 2 m while working\, and not share tools or supplies. \nPlease sign up here. You will be notified if your family is wait-listed.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/otter-hl-34/
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