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SUMMARY:TRICITIES - Bees and Blueberries Festival
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/tricities-bees-and-blueberries-festival/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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SUMMARY:JERICHO - Tidepool Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/jericho-tidepool-exploration/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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SUMMARY:SALT SPRING - Seashore Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salt-spring-seashore-scavenger-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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SUMMARY:VICTORIA - Community Garden Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/victoria-community-garden-exploration/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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CREATED:20230823T154223Z
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SUMMARY:BEATY BIODIVERSITY MUSEUM - Biodiverse BC
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/beaty-biodiversity-museum-biodiverse-bc/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230916T130000
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CREATED:20230906T154116Z
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SUMMARY:SALMON ARM - Outreach at the Farmers Market
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salmon-arm-outreach-at-the-farmers-market/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230916T113000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230818T163102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T152506Z
UID:25359-1694858400-1694863800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Kitsilano Beach Clean-up with Sea Smart
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-kitsilano-beach-clean-up-with-sea-smart/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230917T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230917T113000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230803T152738Z
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SUMMARY:NANAIMO - Seeds and Spores
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nanaimo-seeds-and-spores/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230917T120000
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CREATED:20230908T154115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T152546Z
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SUMMARY:NELSON - Pond Dipping
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-pond-dipping/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230917T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230917T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230829T165723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T152607Z
UID:25436-1694946600-1694952000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - Great Canadian Shoreline Cleanup
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-great-canadian-shoreline-cleanup/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230922T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230922T183000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230817T214744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230927T151433Z
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SUMMARY:Virtual Ecosystem Explorer Day - #1 Oceans: Deep Sea Exploration with E/V Nautilus
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/virtual-ecosystem-explorer-day-1-oceans-deep-sea-exploration-with-e-v-nautilus/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230930T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230930T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230922T171751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T153707Z
UID:25557-1696068000-1696075200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NICOMEKL - Fergus Creek Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nicomekl-fergus-creek-scavenger-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231001T084500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231001T103000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230829T163141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T153729Z
UID:25431-1696149900-1696156200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:WILDROOTS - Bird Banding with WildResearch
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/wildroots-bird-banding-with-wildresearch/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231001T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231001T113000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230830T151138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T153750Z
UID:25454-1696154400-1696159800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:TRICITIES - Bird Banding with WildResearch
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/tricities-bird-banding-with-wildresearch-copy/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231001T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231001T143000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230829T172526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T153812Z
UID:25440-1696165200-1696170600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - Spectacular Salmon
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-spectacular-salmon/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231001T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231001T150000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230927T154613Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T153839Z
UID:25612-1696165200-1696172400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NELSON - ART-venture!
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-art-venture/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231007T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231007T153000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230928T153329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231010T152154Z
UID:25628-1696685400-1696692600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Exploring our Coastal Forest Ecology
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-exploring-our-coastal-forest-ecology/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230922T172553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T153142Z
UID:25561-1697277600-1697284800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NICOMEKL - Releaf Tree Planting
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nicomekl-releaf-tree-planting/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231014T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20231012T204645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T153205Z
UID:25727-1697277600-1697284800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KAMLOOPS - Forest Walk & Plant Impressions
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kamloops-forest-walk-plant-impressions/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231014T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231014T140000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230920T182945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T153231Z
UID:25548-1697288400-1697292000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:TEXADA ISLAND - Fire Safety
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/texada-island-fire-safety/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20231006T214311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T153251Z
UID:25647-1697364000-1697371200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:COMOX VALLEY - Nature Walk & Salmon Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/comox-valley-nature-walk-salmon-exploration/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230822T190139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T152927Z
UID:25375-1697882400-1697889600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:FREE THE FERN - Native Food Forest Planting
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/free-the-fern-native-food-forest-planting/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231021T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231021T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230920T173916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T152951Z
UID:25545-1697882400-1697889600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NANAIMO - Mushroom Walk at Lost Lake Trail
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nanaimo-mushroom-walk-at-lost-lake-trail/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231022T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231022T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20231004T185526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T153018Z
UID:25639-1697972400-1697976000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:COWICHAN VALLEY - Salmon Spotters
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/cowichan-valley-salmon-spotters/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231028T094500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231028T113000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20231004T155020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231028T165913Z
UID:25636-1698486300-1698492600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:DELTA - Visit OWL - Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/delta-visit-owl-orphaned-wildlife-rehabilitation-society/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231028T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231028T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20231011T154638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T144127Z
UID:25660-1698487200-1698494400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:MERRITT - Mushroom Explorer Day
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-mushroom-explorer-day/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231028T140000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20231025T161633Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T144157Z
UID:26087-1698498000-1698501600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:JERICHO - Fall Leaf Fun
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/jericho-fall-leaf-fun/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231028T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231028T150000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230927T175451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231029T144217Z
UID:25624-1698498000-1698505200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VICTORIA - 100 Years of Birding in the City
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/victoria-100-years-of-birding-in-the-city/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231029T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231029T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20230922T173951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231030T165356Z
UID:25565-1698573600-1698580800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NICOMEKL - Orange and Black Walk
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nicomekl-orange-and-black-walk/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231104T120000
DTSTAMP:20260517T223050
CREATED:20231011T161828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231107T161745Z
UID:25664-1699092000-1699099200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:BURNABY - Birding for Beginners
DESCRIPTION:Come out on Jan. 4 th \, to celebrate the third annual CBC4Kids\, an exciting afternoon ofcounting birds and being a real Citizen Scientist.Through the forest\, down to the bay and up into the meadows of Xwaaqw’um (BurgoyneBay) will be our route\, walking through these different habitats we’ll scout out the birds.Down by the bay we are sure to see several species of ducks\, grebes\, kingfishers andpossibly loons. It’s a known hangout for seals\, even the odd sea lion! Hiking up into theopen meadows we’ll encounter songbirds like chickadees\, nuthatches\, Golden-crownedSparrows and Kinglets\, Stellar’s Jays\, Red-breasted Sapsuckers\, flickers and you nameit. Raptors too! A Red-tailed Hawk is often seen there in a lone\, fir tree.We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn touse the Merlin app! An Ebird checklist for this count is a must and we will submit it toBirds Canada where they can use our numbers in scientific research. So\, not only willyou be learning your local birds and having fun\, you’ll also be supporting birdconservation!The Christmas Bird Count is an annual worldwide census of bird species\, which hasbeen going on for 126 years\, in Canada. The data pool we will contribute to is criticalwith understanding the changes that climate change is bringing to avian species.When: January 4\, from 1 – 3 in the afternoonWhere: Meet in Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Bay) at the Cultural circle just above the topparking lotBring: Binoculars (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary. Rainor shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.caRegistration is required\, as it really helps us with our planning.Make sure you are a member of NatureKids\, free this year for the 5 – 12 year range. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/burnaby-birding-for-beginners/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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