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SUMMARY:DELTA - Rain Garden Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/delta-rain-garden-walk/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Searching for the Elusive Fairy Shrimp!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-searching-for-the-elusive-fairy-shrimp/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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SUMMARY:SALMON ARM - Birding for Families
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salmon-arm-birding-for-families-4/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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SUMMARY:MERRITT - Earth Friendly Crafts
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-earth-friendly-crafts/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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SUMMARY:BURNABY - Spring Nature Treasure Hunt!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/burnaby-spring-nature-treasure-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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SUMMARY:TEXADA - Spring Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/texada-spring-equinox-celebration/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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CREATED:20240320T153834Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T174408Z
UID:27000-1714215600-1714226400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Goodbye Chums Fry Release
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-goodbye-chums-fry-release/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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CREATED:20240228T201326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T174434Z
UID:26794-1714226400-1714231800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NICOMEKL - Rocky Shore Animals
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nicomekl-rocky-shore-animals/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240428T110000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240209T163825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T174452Z
UID:26736-1714294800-1714302000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:SALMON ARM - Birding for Families
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salmon-arm-birding-for-families-5/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240428T143000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240404T185728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T174515Z
UID:27073-1714309200-1714314600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - City Nature Challenge
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-city-nature-challenge/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240428T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240428T150000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240405T184713Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T174533Z
UID:27081-1714309200-1714316400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KAMLOOPS - Baskets and Birds
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kamloops-baskets-and-birds/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240503T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240503T143000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240221T171543Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T174550Z
UID:26770-1714741200-1714746600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:JERICHO - Plants & People Making Connections
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/jericho-plants-people-making-connections/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240504T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240504T103000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240404T165529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T174618Z
UID:27068-1714816800-1714818600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL - Become a Junior Fire Ecologist with FireSmart BC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/virtual-become-a-junior-fire-ecologist-with-firesmart-bc/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240505T110000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240209T163956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T174639Z
UID:26738-1714899600-1714906800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:SALMON ARM - Birding for Families
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salmon-arm-birding-for-families-6/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240505T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240419T150615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T174655Z
UID:27127-1714903200-1714910400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:COWICHAN VALLEY - Junior Fossil Hunters
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/cowichan-valley-junior-fossil-hunters/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240505T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240505T133000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240425T162909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T174717Z
UID:27133-1714910400-1714915800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VICTORIA - Camas Day Event
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/victoria-camas-day-event/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240505T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240505T150000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240411T184332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T174733Z
UID:27108-1714914000-1714921200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KELOWNA - Lost Lake Snake Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kelowna-lost-lake-snake-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T113000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240228T203753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T150556Z
UID:26798-1715421600-1715427000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NICOMEKL - Visit OWL
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nicomekl-visit-owl/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240508T182622Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T150620Z
UID:27155-1715421600-1715432400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:MERRITT - Tree Planting at Secret Lake
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-tree-planting-at-secret-lake/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T130000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240201T012814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T150640Z
UID:26665-1715425200-1715432400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:TEXADA - Beach Glass and Drift Wood Art
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/texada-beach-glass-and-drift-wood-art/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T140000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240417T161556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T150659Z
UID:27118-1715432400-1715436000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NELSON - Harmony in the Woods
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-harmony-in-the-woods/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240511T203000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240417T202026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T150822Z
UID:27123-1715454000-1715459400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:TRICITIES - Nocturnal Animals
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/tricities-nocturnal-animals/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240512T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240512T110000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240209T164133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240515T150841Z
UID:26740-1715504400-1715511600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:SALMON ARM - Birding for Families
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salmon-arm-birding-for-families-7/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240521T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240521T170000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20231205T170723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240522T200550Z
UID:26285-1716307200-1716310800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NANAIMO - Experience Nature with Sierra Club BC
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nanaimo-experience-nature-with-sierra-club-bc/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240524T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240524T180000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240516T154201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T202547Z
UID:27180-1716568200-1716573600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:BURNABY - Freshwater explorations! Stream health and bug exploration!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/burnaby-freshwater-explorations-stream-health-and-bug-exploration/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240526T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240526T123000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240522T151850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T202615Z
UID:27212-1716719400-1716726600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VICTORIA - Exploring Tide Pools
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/victoria-exploring-tide-pools/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240528T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240528T133000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240517T145808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240529T151224Z
UID:27184-1716897600-1716903000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:WILDROOTS -  Small living things that colour our spring!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/wildroots-small-living-things-that-colour-our-spring/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240608T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240608T110000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240524T190335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T162854Z
UID:27261-1717839000-1717844400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:DELTA - Finding Cedar
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/delta-finding-cedar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240608T113000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240307T012040Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T163714Z
UID:26941-1717840800-1717846200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KELOWNA - Celebrate Scandinavian Midsummer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kelowna-celebrate-scandinavian-midsummer/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240608T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240608T120000
DTSTAMP:20260518T042054
CREATED:20240529T213104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T173117Z
UID:27300-1717844400-1717848000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NANAIMO - World Oceans Day at Maffeo Sutton Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Buzzapalooza! It’s a celebration of pollinators and other amazing insects at the at Bilston Creek Farm’s Summer Lavender Festival. From butterflies and bees to dragonflies and more\, these tiny giants knit together the fragrant\, lovely world of plants\, keeping everything in bloom. Come see! Activities: Insect Foray with Scientists. Meet professional entomologists Claudia and Darren Copley who will introduce us to live insects and show how to find\, handle and respect these busy creatures at work.Scavenger Hunt. Hidden around the farm\, you can search for 36 local insect heroes rendered in full colour by artists. Find all the pictures to enter a prize draw! Art cards of these insects\, a project of the Metchosin Foundation\, will be available for sale.Minibeast Costume Contest. Use your imagination to design your own insect costume to wear to Buzzapalooza. Who will you be-e-e? We can’t wait to see! Wings and antennae welcome—homemade/homespun or recycled costumes encouraged. Live music will give our “bugs” a chance to jitter ‘n’ groove.  This event is a collaboration of Bilston Creek Farm\, the Metchosin Foundation and Westshore NatureKids. WHEN: Sunday\, July 13 @1-4pm. Plan to come 10-15 minutes early to sign in. WHERE: Bilston Creek Farm\, 4185 Metchosin Rd\, Victoria BC V9C 3Z5 Canada https://maps.app.goo.gl/c1ZzeXeGaBUuSyC88 ACCESSIBILITY/AMENITIES: Parking and washrooms are available onsite. COST: Free for NatureKids members\, thanks to Bilston Creek Farm\, Metchosin Foundation and NatureKids BC. REGISTRATION (limited to approximately 30 children + adults): Please let us know that you’d like to attend by emailing westshore@naturekidsbc.ca. Indicate how many people in your family will be coming. Maximum of 30 NatureKids child attendees.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nanaimo-world-oceans-day-at-maffeo-sutton-park/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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