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SUMMARY:SALMON ARM - Meet our local Falconer
DESCRIPTION:We will explore birds of prey with Mandy Moore\, resident Falconer. Meet some of her birds under the Outdoor classroom. \nLocation: Hillcrest Elementary School\, Outdoor classroom \nWhat to bring: water and snack if needed\, wear appropriate clothing (sunscreen \, hat\, rain gear) \nLearn more: Shuswap Birds of Prey http://www.shuswapbirdofprey.com/ \nCovid protocols will be taken\, social distancing and wearing masks. \nThere is a limited number of participants. Please RSVP salmonarm@naturekidsbc.ca \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salmon-arm-meet-our-local-falconer/
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SUMMARY:EASTERN FRASER VALLEY - Critter Care Wildlife Society
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Critters of Critter Care Wildlife Society \nJoin NatureKids BC and Critter Care Wildlife Educator Janice Bolam\, as she enlightens us about the wildlife in our own backyards! The program includes awareness\, identification\, habits\, survival\, physical abilities\, and their contribution to our ecosystem in BC. We will also get the opportunity to meet a critter (or two) that are currently in care. \nLocation: Cheam Stables – 9345 Ford Rd\, Rosedale\, BC V0X 1X2 \n*Registration is required as we will have a limited number of spots available. Please RSVP t0: efv@naturekidsbc.ca \n*COVID Policies in place per Fraser Health – Masks will be required for ages 5+ \n  \nAre you able to donate to Critter Care?  \nThe winter months are coming\, and the critters have a winter wish list: \n(Please bring these items with you on the day to donate to Janice) \n\nWalnuts & Peanuts in the Shell\nHoney\nPeanut Butter\nToilet Paper\nPaper Towel\nLiquid Dish Soap\nLarge Garbage Bags\nBaby Receiving Blankets\nTowels\nFlannel Fabric
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/eastern-fraser-valley-critter-care-wildlife-society/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220320T143000
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SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - The Marvelous Mason Bee
DESCRIPTION:The Marvelous Mason Bee \nLearn about the bee-autiful mason bee! Taren Urquhart will talk with us about the life of the gentle mason bee and why it is such an amazing helper in our neighbourhood gardens. We’ll also construct a working bee house from a soup can to take home. \nRegistration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/in-person-naturekids-workshop-the-marvelous-mason-bee-tickets-249484945187 \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-the-marvelous-mason-bee/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220326T150000
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SUMMARY:NANAIMO - Nestbox Building
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of nestbox building. We will:\n\n\n learn about the different kinds of nests that birds build\, which kinds use nestboxes and why.\n explore different nest types\, look at the different materials that birds use for nestbuilding (some might surprise you!).\nlearn about what we need to do to be good nestbox stewards\, because as a human-built structure we have a responsibility to keep our nestboxes free from parasites and other things that can be harmful to birds.\nbuild nestboxes (1 for each family) that can be brought home for use in your yard\, or can be donated to be erected in a local part and maintained by the family (with our support of course).\nlearn how to monitor nestbox use\n\nWHEN: Saturday March 26  (exact time to be determined\, but likely in the early afternoon)\nWHERE:  Bowen park picnic area (I will let you know which one closer to the event)\n\nPlease RSVP ASAP for this event!  I want to ensure that we have enough materials for each family to build a nestbox.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nanaimo-nestbox-building/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220327T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220327T120000
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SUMMARY:KAMLOOPS - Celebration of Seeds
DESCRIPTION:To welcome spring\, we are planning a Celebration of Seeds!\n\nWe’ll meet in a park somewhere in central Kamloops with a covered picnic area\, in case of spring rain and explore all things seeds. We’ll make native plant seed mud balls\, talk about native versus exotic seeds and maybe even take a look at them under the microscope!We’ll meet in town\, so you can take transit or bike\, if that interests you. Location TBD closer to the date. Please let me know if you have favourite park that fits our needs for the day.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kamloops-celebration-of-seeds/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220328T123000
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SUMMARY:VICTORIA - Bioblitz & Beach Clean-up
DESCRIPTION:Bioblitz & Beach Clean-up \nOn this Explorer Day we will join members of the Victoria Inter-cultural Association of Greater Victoria and meet up with our nature mentors Rick Searle\, Coordinator of Greater Victoria Naturehood and Lindsay McCrank\, Environmental Science Officer from the Capital Regional District who will lead us through a bioblitz using the Seek App.  The Seek App can be downloaded for free on an iphone or other device. The goal of the bioblitz is to identify and record all native species observed using Seek.  We will also be learning from naturalists at  Eagle Wing Tours about the importance of protecting the ocean and our beaches\, putting words into action with a beach clean-up. \nFamilies from the Inter-cultural Association of Greater Victoria will be having a picnic afterwards (around 12:30pm). Our families are welcome to stay\, but should bring their own food and drink. \nExtra Extra! – Esquimalt Lagoon hosts an amazing array of driftwood sculptures.  We will also search for “the Ent” from Lord of the Rings. \nWHERE: 2901 Ocean Blvd\, Victoria\, BC V9C\, Canada (ESQUIMALT LAGOON)\nMeet by the washroom building on Coburg Peninsula where Lagoon Road meets Ocean Blvd. There is parking there.\nHere is a map link: https://goo.gl/maps/eCHpaKrcjyoPFRUk9 \nFree bus transport is available for this Explorer Day with advance notice. Let me know if you are interested! \nCOME PREPARED: Please bring your own phone or device where you can download the Seek App.\nWork gloves (reusable) are encouraged for the beach clean-up; however\, there will also be extra supplies on hand.\nPlease wear warm clothes as it can get windy and cold down by the beach.  If you would like to picnic afterwards\, please B.Y.O. \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/victoria-bioblitz-beach-clean-up/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220403T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220403T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220405T055748Z
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SUMMARY:NELSON - Wilderness Survival Skills Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Led by mentor Jessica Bamford\, an educator from Four Nations Coalition of Indigenous Medicine\, we will learn about the skills that would have been needed to survive in traditional indigenous societies. We will practice skills such as animal tracking\, fire starting\, bush crafting\, shelter building and natural weather forecasting. \nLocation: will be the Sinixt Heritage Site in Vallican \nRSVP to nelson@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-wilderness-survival-skills-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220406T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220406T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220408T203914Z
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SUMMARY:VIRTUAL EXPLORER DAY - Exploring our Forests
DESCRIPTION:Special Earth Month Event with Joyful Learning \nJoin us for a virtual exploration of our forests – with a special focus on trails. We’ll learn how a healthy trail network in communities connects people into nature\, and how a well-designed trail protects the ecosystem. And of course\, how we can be responsible trail users.  Trails are also corridors for wildlife and we’ll look at some tools/tips to recognize the other types of life (animals\, insects\, plants) that can be discovered while exploring a trail. \nFor details or to register: https://joyfullearning.net/events-all/naturekids/
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/virtual-explorer-day-exploring-our-forests/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220409T120000
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SUMMARY:VICTORIA - Orienteering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an orienteering Explorer Day event with Nature Mentor Chris Ling. We will learn how to use compasses and follow a fun course. Register here.\n\n\nWhat would you do if you were lost in the forest without cellphone coverage or someone to ask?  Do you know how to find your way “old-school” with a map and compass? Orienteering is an outdoor adventure activity involving navigation by map and a compass. It can be a recreational activity or a competitive sport. Victoria Orienteering (VICO) has been established by a group of outdoor enthusiasts who challenge themselves in rural environments around Victoria.  Chris Ling will be joining us at Elk/Beaver Lake to give us the low down on how orienteering works. He will map out an easy course/route and teach us how to navigate our way to the different stations with a map. This time we won’t use a compass\, but we WILL test our directional and map reading skills on an easy course.  Don’t worry\, we won’t let you get lost! \nClick here to register. Got questions? Email us victoria@naturekidsbc.ca \n\n\nWHERE to PARK and MEET:  Meet at the Filter Beds parking lot\, which is at the southernmost tip of the lake. It is accessed from Beaver Lake Rd on both sides. Here is a map link: https://goo.gl/maps/KdJ666tTV1sNrZgf9. The course will start at the Picnic Shelter. \nDIRECTIONS to Elk/Beaver Lake Regional Park: \nIf coming from downtown Victoria\, take Highway 17/Patricia Bay Highway and turn left onto Elk Lake Drive. Next\, take a right on Beaver Lake Road to the Filter Beds parking lot. \nCOME PREPARED: It’s probably a good idea to wear proper hiking shoes and layer up as Spring weather can be unpredictable.  It never hurts to bring your own water bottle too.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/victoria-orienteering/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220409T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T184120Z
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SUMMARY:TRI-CITIES - Critter Care Wildlife Society
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Critters of Critter Care Wildlife Society \nJoin NatureKids BC and Critter Care Wildlife Educator Janice Bolam\, as she enlightens us about the wildlife in our own backyards! The program includes awareness\, identification\, habits\, survival\, physical abilities\, and their contribution to our ecosystem in BC. We will also get the opportunity to meet a critter (or two) that are currently in care. \nLocation: CRITTER CARE WILDLIFE SOCIETY – 481 216TH STREET – LANGLEY\, BC  – V2Z 1R6 \n*Registration is required as we will have a limited number of spots available. Please RSVP t0: tricities@naturekidsbc.ca \n  \nAre you able to donate to Critter Care?  \nThe critters have a spring wish list. These are the items that are needed most.  If you are able you could bring some of these items with you on the day to donate. You can see the full list here. \n\nWalnuts & Peanuts in the Shell\nEggs\nHoney\nPeanut Butter\nToilet Paper\nPaper Towel\nKleenex\nLiquid Hand Soap\nLiquid Dish Soap\nVarious Cleaners\nSOS Pads\nBleach\nLarge Garbage Bags\nBaby Receiving Blankets\nTowels\nFlannel Fabric
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/tri-cities-critter-care-wildlife-society/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220410T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220410T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220411T184159Z
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SUMMARY:NICOMEKL - 20 Shades of Green Walk
DESCRIPTION:20 Shades of Green Walk \nJoin us for a spring nature walk to search for different shades of green. Can you find them all?\n\nLocation: Williams Park in Langley\nRegister by April 8th to nicomekl@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nicomekl-20-shades-of-green-walk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220423T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T203230Z
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SUMMARY:MERRITT - Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Saturday April 23\, 2022 to celebrate Earth Day and learn about the Nicola Watershed\, water quality and river watching with guest mentor Patrick Farmer. \nLocation: we will be meeting at Centennial Park (across the bridge from Voght Park in Collettville). From there we will walk to the Coldwater river. \nRSVP to merritt@naturekidsbc.ca \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-earth-day-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220423T120000
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SUMMARY:EASTERN FRASER VALLEY - Wildflower Planting
DESCRIPTION:Wildflower Planting at the Blue Heron Nature Reserve \nJoin NatureKids and volunteers from the Blue Heron Nature Reserve as we take a walk through the reserve to watch the nesting herons and learn about these fascinating birds. We will end the day by planting wildflowers generously donated by West Coast Seeds to encourage pollinators such as bees and butterflies to visit the reserve. \nRSVP to efv@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/eastern-fraser-valley-wildflower-planting/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220423T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T203323Z
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SUMMARY:BULKLEY VALLEY - Riverside Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Come plant willows with us! We will be planting willows along the river in an effort to help stabilize the bank\, provide habitat for birds\, and shade for our salmon friends. We will be partnering with Adam Wrench who is an environmental consultant in the Houston area. He has been working with the Morice Watershed Monitoring Trust on Riparian restoration work on the upper Bulkley. We are excited to have Adam as guest and hope you can join us! \nLocation: We will be meeting at the Buck Creek Canfor Hatchery and Nature Centre in Houston
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/bulkley-valley-riverside-restoration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220423T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220423T140000
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CREATED:20220408T203829Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T203349Z
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SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Critter Care Wildlife Society // Event now FULL
DESCRIPTION:Meet the Critters of Critter Care Wildlife Society \nJoin NatureKids BC and Nature Mentor Janice Bolam\, Education Facilitator for Langley’s Critter Care Wildlife Society to Vancouver. In a rare indoor Explorer Day\, Janice will share interesting facts about the urban wildlife that we don’t often see\, as these animals tend to come out at night or early morning\, and are very good at hiding. We’ll learn about identifying native wildlife\, their physical abilities\, safety issues\, and how these critters contribute to the ecosystem. Come with all your questions about our local wildlife! \nJanice’s co-presenter for this Explorer Day is a 4-legged creature that you may have seen waddling down the street or in back alleys.  Any guesses who this might be? This helper\, with black and white colouring\, is a rescued animal and cannot be released into the wild. Don’t worry\, she has been de-scented! \nPlease note that we are offering 2 back-to-back workshops to accommodate more families. There is a 15-person limit per workshop. Consequently\, there are 2 RSVP forms. Please make sure you use the form with your preferred timing. \nLocation: Lakewood Room\, Trout Lake Community Centre (TLCC)\, 3390 Victoria Dr.\, Vancouver. \nTransportation and Parking: Parking is available in the TLCC parking lot. As there is a Farmer’s Market that day\, give yourself a few extra minutes to find parking. \nTLCC is a 10-minute walk from the Broadway Skytrain station. The closest bus stop is the #20 at Commercial Drive and 14th Ave. \n  \nRegister here for the workshop from 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM. \nRegister here for the workshop from 1:00 – 2:00 PM. \nCurrent Covid protocols for in-door events will be in place. \n  \nThe Critter Care Wildlife Society specializes in the treatment\, care and release of injured and orphaned native mammals specific to BC. They are also one of 4 bear rehabilitation facilities in B.C. Spring is an especially busy time for the Society. If you would like to help them out\, here is their “spring wish list.” Feel free to bring any of these items to the workshop: \nWalnuts and peanuts in the shell\,  Eggs\,  Honey\, Peanut Butter\,  Toilet paper\,  Paper Towels\, Kleenex\, Liquid hand soap\, Liquid dish soap\,  SOS pads\, Bleach\, Large garbage bags\, Baby receiving blankets\, Towels\,  Flannel Fabric. They also accept donations.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-critter-care-wildlife-society-event-now-full/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220423T150000
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SUMMARY:SOUTH OKANAGAN - Earth Day Crafts
DESCRIPTION:Earth Day Crafts \nCome drop in with us from 1 to 3pm at the Oliver Parks and Recreation Centre to have some fun making crafts made from nature and recycled items. Rummage through your recycle bin for tin cans\, milk jugs and / or cartons. With those\, you can make bug houses\, fairy houses and milk jug butterfly magnets! Bring some cardboard and you can make a nature suncatcher. Bring some mason jar lids and you can make some beautiful wind chimes! \nWe will walk around the park to pick up rocks for rock painting and leaves\, twigs and flowers for the nature suncatchers.\nI will bring recycled materials to make our crafts and the paint\, embellishments and hot glue! \nLocation: We will be sitting at picnic tables in the park\, unless it rains\, then we will be inside the Multi Cultural Clubhouse. \nRSVP to southokanagan@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/south-okanagan-earth-day-crafts/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220424T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220424T140000
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220424T143000
DTSTAMP:20260504T193206
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SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - Edible Plants Walk
DESCRIPTION:Edible Plants Walk \nWestern hemlock\, salmonberry\, licorice fern: join the Ecology Centre staff to go on a walk through the park looking for edible forest plants. \nRegistration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/in-person-naturekids-workshop-edible-plants-walk-tickets-231092522957 \nSuitable for ages 5-13 with an adult. \nThis is an in-person walk\, and program attendees should be members of NatureKids BC – more information on membership can be found here. You can try one NatureKids BC workshop before you become a member. \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-edible-plants-walk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220424T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T193206
CREATED:20220331T220626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T203503Z
UID:13547-1650805200-1650812400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:SALMON ARM - Magical Moss and Earth Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Magical Moss and Earth Day Celebration \nCome and explore the magical world of mosses with our nature mentor Mike Simpson. Plant some butterfly and bird friendly flower seeds (donated by West Coast Seeds) to take home for Earth Day in egg cartons. \nWhere: Salmon Arm Foreshore Trail\, meet at the parking lot near CSRD building \nPlease dress for the weather. Bring a friend.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salmon-arm-magical-moss-and-earth-day-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220424T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220424T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T193206
CREATED:20220405T060648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220425T203526Z
UID:13588-1650807000-1650812400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KAMLOOPS - Earth Day Plant Printing
DESCRIPTION:Come on out to explore using plants to dye fabric! We will be pounding flowers into tote bags to create beautiful designs. It’s Earth Day weekend\, so what better time make these eco friendly creations? \nPlease RSVP so I can make sure I have enough bags handy and feel free to bring your own if you have a plain one you would like to print on. Feel free to bring some flowers\, if you have any growing in your garden \nLocation: Peterson Creek Picnic Area\, lower entrance – https://goo.gl/maps/BHpiuPNMonkpWkN9A
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kamloops-earth-day-plant-printing/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220427T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220427T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T193206
CREATED:20220324T002231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220429T203055Z
UID:13467-1651082400-1651086000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL EXPLORER DAY - Hive Dive
DESCRIPTION:Join Beekeeper Cassie as we learn all about different types of bees\, lifecycle\, beekeeping and the relationship between pollinators and plants. Following a fun\, short but informative presentation we will jump into a working honey bee hive so you can see our bees up close and personal… from your own home! \nThis virtual program is FREE but required pre-registration is required. Click here to register and join us.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/virtual-event-hive-dive/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220430T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T193206
CREATED:20220411T184741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T213322Z
UID:13687-1651312800-1651320000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - UnBEElievable Honey Bees - CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Unfortunately\, we will have to cancel tomorrow’s Explorer Day and reschedule to another date. With the forecast for rain in the morning\, Cassie won’t be able to bring her bees out (and it won’t be very much fun sitting on the uncovered grass for 2 hours!). \nWe will let you know when we decide on a new date. \n__________________________ \nJoin Beekeeper Cassie as we learn all about different types of bees\, lifecycle\, beekeeping and the relationship between pollinators and plants. Cassie will bring real live working honey bee hives so you can see our bees up close and personal. \nRegister for the event here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/honey-bee-centre-explorer-day-vancouver-club-tickets-318501495547 \nLocation: Oak Meadows Park at the bug hotel on 37th Ave just east of Oak Street \nThe Honey Bee Centre is a small family business\, commercial honey farm\, country store\, educational facility\, CFIA registered packing facility\, visitor attraction and so much more. Honey Bee Centre is committed to providing an unBEElievable experience whether it’s in their store\, at a program or out in the community\, the goal is to educate about bees! \nPlease note that since we will be working with bees\, we may have to cancel due to unfavourable weather conditions. \nWe will have a tent set up so please bring chairs if you do not want to be sitting on the ground during Cassie’s talk. \nPhoto credit: Erin Udal
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-honey-bee-hive-exploration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220430T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220430T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T193206
CREATED:20220427T202914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T213343Z
UID:13879-1651316400-1651345200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:SURREY - Party for the Planet!
DESCRIPTION:Join us this Saturday – April 30th at Surrey’s Party for the Planet to celebrate Earth Week! 🌎  \nDrop by the NatureKids BC booth and say hi. Enjoy performances and learn new ways to take action for our environment!  \nLocated at the Surrey Civic Plaza from 11am-7pm\, admission is FREE! See you there!  \nMore info: https://www.surrey.ca/partyfortheplanet
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/surrey-party-for-the-planet/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220501T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220501T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T193206
CREATED:20220317T213619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220502T213401Z
UID:13408-1651399200-1651406400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NICOMEKL - City Nature Challenge Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:City Nature Challenge with Nicomekl Naturekids  \nJoin us for a Bioblitz – a citizen science collection event at Elgin Heritage Park in Surrey. We will use the iNaturalist app to upload observations of plants and animals at the event location. There will be volunteers and nature mentors onsite to help with identification and to take questions. It is a great way to learn about nearby nature and contribute to local citizen science. The data that is collected will also be used in the 2022 City Nature Challenge\, a global bioblitz event. \nLocation: Elgin Heritage Park in Surrey\nTime: Choose 10am or 10:30am start time\nRegister: nicomekl@naturekidsbc.ca.\n\nNicomekl Naturekids is taking part in the City Nature Challenge\, a global competition to make and record observations of plants and wildlife in your city. Take photos\, practise your identification skills\, and learn how to use iNaturalist and Seek Apps. There will be lots to see in Elgin Heritage Park’s many habitats!\n\nWe are inviting families from outside the club to participate in this event by pre-registration. If you know of a family that might be interested in attending\, please have them register by emailing nicomekl@naturekidsbc.ca.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nicomekl-city-nature-challenge-bioblitz/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220507T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220507T130000
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CREATED:20220318T222719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T234614Z
UID:13421-1651921200-1651928400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:EASTERN FRASER VALLEY - Foraging Foray
DESCRIPTION:Join NatureKids and local foraging expert Raeanne\, chef and owner of Foraging with You. We’ll learn to identify local edible plants and how to prepare them for eating or for medicinal purposes. \nLocation: Chilliwack River Valley \nRSVP to efv@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/eastern-fraser-valley-foraging-foray/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220507T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220507T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T193206
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220510T234636Z
UID:13822-1651928400-1651935600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:SOUTH OKANAGAN - Map Making
DESCRIPTION:Come join us at 1pm at the Oliver Parks & Recreation Centre to learn a little bit about map making. \nWhich way should we go? Where is the treasure hidden? A map and compass can be helpful in telling you where to go and how to get there. We will learn a little bit about the various parts of a map and then create our very own map of the park. To end the day\, we will use a map and simple directions to find some treasure! \nRSVP to southokanagan@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/south-okanagan-map-making/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220514T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220514T113000
DTSTAMP:20260504T193206
CREATED:20220429T203906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T211431Z
UID:13891-1652522400-1652527800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NANAIMO - Pond Dipping
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next event as we explore all the invertebrates (BUGS!)  that live in our local freshwater resources\, and do some simple but meaningful water quality testing to find out how healthy our streams and marshes are.\n\nFor the older kids\, we will have some data sheets to record what we observed\, and which invertebrates are bio-indicators of freshwater ecosystem health.  For the younger kids\, it is just fun to put on the boots dip\, and get a really close up look at what we find (we have microboxes\, which are awesome!). We will be setting traps to hopefully catch some interesting bugs for everyone to look at.\n\nWhere: Linley Valley Park\, meet at the Rock City Road entrance to the park.\nWhen: Saturday May 14  10:00 – 11:30\nWhat to bring:  appropriate gear for the weather\, and boots (or waders if you have them).\n\nPlease RSVP to nanaimo@naturekidsbc.ca to let us know if you can make it.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nanaimo-pond-dipping/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220515T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220515T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T193206
CREATED:20220509T210824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T211455Z
UID:13931-1652612400-1652617800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Leaf in the Sun with EYA
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Explorer Day hosted by the Environmental Youth Alliance Society (EYA). We will be going to the Strathcona Community Garden. During our Leaf in the Sun workshop\, we will learn about plant leaf shapes and why diversity is important. We will collect leaves from native and invasive plants in the gardens and use sun-sensitive paper to create our own nature-based art to take home! \nRegister here to sign up for this Explorer Day! \nThe EYA is a registered charity supporting BIPOC youth to connect with nature\, community\, and skills to become environmental stewards and community leaders. \nThis workshop is intended for children school-aged K-3 so please keep that in mind when registering. There will be a limit of 15 children (parents not included in this count) to this Explorer Day so we will accept families on a first come first serve basis as usual. \nDate and Time: Sunday\, May 15th 11:00AM – 12:30PM \nLocation: Strathcona Community Garden (759 Malkin Ave.) in the Eco Pavilion. See attached image of location. \nTransportation and Parking: The #22 bus stops at Strathcona Community Garden and there is free street parking available along Hawks Ave. \nPlease let us know if you have any questions – vancouver@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-leaf-in-the-sun-with-eya/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220515T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220515T143000
DTSTAMP:20260504T193206
CREATED:20220208T064409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T211513Z
UID:13168-1652619600-1652625000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - Super Seeds
DESCRIPTION:Super Seeds \nJoin Cindy Wei of the Edible Garden Project to learn more about seeds! Learn what seeds are and how they grow\, and learn how to start seeds of locally-adapted garden plants. \nRegistration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/in-person-naturekids-super-seeds-tickets-226010161477 \nSuitable for ages 5-13\, with adult participation. \nThis program will take place outdoors in Lynn Canyon Park. Masks are recommended for adults. Please stay home if you’re sick. \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-super-seeds/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220518T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220518T193000
DTSTAMP:20260504T193206
CREATED:20220321T224233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220520T211533Z
UID:13432-1652898600-1652902200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:SURREY - Forest Walk at Sunnyside Acres
DESCRIPTION:Animals that Live in the Forest \nJoin us for a walk to learn about the animals the live in the forest as co-hosted walk with Sunnyside Acres. \nAll part of the Surrey Environmental Extravaganza \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/surrey-forest-walk-at-sunnyside-acres/
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