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SUMMARY:MERRITT - Bluebird Banding
DESCRIPTION:We have been invited out with Vancouver Avian Research Centre (VARC) to help them with bluebird banding and monitoring. Kerry Kenwood from VARC will be in Merritt next week to work on the bluebird monitoring project. Kerry will teach us the importance of monitoring wildlife like bluebirds\, how they monitor the nesting boxes. Kerry will also show us how they band the birds. \nWe will be meeting Sunday at 10am on the old highway (that runs parallel to the connector) by the visitors center. \nPlease let us know if your family is interested in attending. We do have to cap this event at 20 participants. So please tell us soon if you would like to join! RSVP to merritt@naturekidsbc.ca or if you have any questions. \nCheck out https://www.birdvancouver.com/ if you want to learn more about their work.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-bluebird-banding/
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SUMMARY:TRI-CITIES - Bird Banding at Colony Farm
DESCRIPTION:Bird Banding at Colony Farm \nJoin the Vancouver Avian Research Centre for a morning of learning about the science behind bird banding. Watch them as they band the migratory birds at Colony Farm. \nPlease note: We will meet at the banding station at Colony Farm – click here for more information and a map. \nPlease consider bringing a donation for VARC. \nRSVP to tricities@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-bird-banding-at-colony-farm/
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SUMMARY:KAMLOOPS - Learn to Fish (Part 2)
DESCRIPTION:Come on out for part 2 of our learn to fish series with the Fresh Water Fisheries Society of BC! All supplies will be provided. Bring snacks and warm layers. We will be at a higher elevation than Kamloops\, so it might still be a little chilly.\n\nFor this second event\, we booked a Saturday so that any kids that can’t make Sunday mornings will still get a chance to join. Feel free to come for both part 1 and 2! We will be doing some water quality sampling and learning about aquatic life\, so there will be lots to discover at both events. \nWe are just sorting out the location\, but will keep you posted here. \nCheck out this link for more details about the program https://www.gofishbc.com/How-to-Fish.aspx#fishing-programs \nPhoto credit: Jenni Stol
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kamloops-learn-to-fish-part-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220611T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220611T143000
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SUMMARY:SALT SPRING ISLAND - Muddy Buddies
DESCRIPTION:Muddy Buddies – Pond Studies for Families with Children \nJoin us for an exploration of what lives in our local lakes. Kathleen Maser and Jean Wilkinson will be our guides. We’ll have dip nets and all the fun tools we need to look up close at life in Blackburn Lake. \nLocation: SSIC Blackburn Lake \nRSVP to saltspring@naturekidsbc.ca \nThis is part of Nature Salt Spring June Launch Extravaganza taking place June 11-13. Check out the full weekend of activities here.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salt-spring-island-muddy-buddies/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220612T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220612T090000
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SUMMARY:SALT SPRING ISLAND - Bonkers about Birds
DESCRIPTION:Bonkers about Birds! Birding for Families with Children \nCome learn all about birds with Kathleen Maser and Jean Wilkinson. We will take us on a walk around Blackburn Lake to hear and identify some of our local birds. \nRSVP to saltspring@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salt-spring-island-bonkers-about-birds/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220612T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220612T140000
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SUMMARY:NELSON - Family Bee Safari
DESCRIPTION:Do you hear a buzZzing in the air? We will be exploring the gardens and meeting the bees at Elk Root Conservation at our Family Bee Safari! The farm is located in the Slocan Valley at Vallican. We are meeting at to learn about the fascinating lives of bees! We will tour the pollinator gardens\, play games\, enjoy a picnic lunch\, and suit up in bee suits to visit the bee barn. We will start at 10am and finish up around 2-230pm. \nWelcome to the magical gardens at Elk Root Conservation where kiddos have the opportunity to meet new little fuzzy friends: bees! The bees at Elk Root Conservation love spending the day making new friends and teaching them about the role they play in our food security and pollinating our flower beds. Children will have a chance to interact with both native bees and honey bees while on safari. Participants will also get a chance to put on a bee suit to get an up close look inside our bee hives and the Elk Root Conservation Bee Barn. \n\nCheck out this short video for a tour of the farm and their programs: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tMhuDOy7hbU\n\nLocation: Elk Root Farm\, Vallican\n\nLearn more: www.elkrootconservation.org\n\nThis will be a longer event\, around 4 hours. Please bring a lunch.\n\nRSVP to nelson@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-family-bee-safari/
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SUMMARY:OCEANSIDE - Hamilton Marsh Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn all about fresh water critters. We have a very special person coming to show us life in the marsh and how we can help save our wetlands.\n\nLocation: Hamilton Marsh. From downtown Qualicum Beach drive up Memorial Ave.\, passing under Highway 19 and turn right on Hilliers Road.  Park on the road where there are huge rocks on the left side and beyond them a clearing where we will meet and walk down to the marsh together.\n\nPlease RSVP by Thursday\, June 9 to oceanside@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/oceanside-hamilton-marsh-explorations/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220612T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220612T160000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220613T175502Z
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Bear Necessities
DESCRIPTION:What would you do if you encountered a bear? Do you know how to make your property bear smart and bear safe? Join us and Kanaka Education & Environmental Partnership Society (KEEPS) at Kanaka Creek Regional Park for an open house and bear aware session. Volunteers will be on hand to answer questions and explain about these intelligent\, beautiful animals. \n \nRSVP to ridgemeadows@naturekidsbc.ca or visit the KEEPS FB page for more details.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-bear-beware/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220617T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220617T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T174114Z
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SUMMARY:TEXADA - Plant a Butterfly Boat
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Butterflyway Boat planting. We’ll plant some native species to help our local pollinators and we can make some Father’s Day cards too. \nLocation: Lafarge Park\, Texada Island \nRSVP to texada@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/texada-plant-a-butterfly-boat/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220618T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220618T103000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T174612Z
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SUMMARY:VICTORIA - Birding Bonanza
DESCRIPTION:Come learn all about birds as we meet our local bird expert Geoffrey Newell who is a young\, avid birder and a member of the Victoria Natural History Society.   He will take us on a walk around Panama Flats to hear and identify some of our local birds.\n\nPlease RSVP here before Friday\, June 17th at 4 pm.\n\n\nWHERE to PARK and MEET: Panama Flats\, Saanich.\nThere is some parking along Baker Street near Carey Road on the east side of the flats.\nMeet by the large metal building at the corner of Carey Rd and Baker St. \nHOW TO GET THERE: If coming from Downtown Victoria\, head north on Trans Canada Highway/BC1 -N\, turn right onto Carey Road after Uptown. Follow Carey Road past Mackenzie Road and continue straight until you reach Baker Road and turn right to find parking. \nMAP PAGE: https://goo.gl/maps/nHmPAiBQHTAQWtxd9 \nBRING: Bring binoculars and any bird Identification books/cards if you have them.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/victoria-birding-bonanza/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220618T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220618T113000
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SUMMARY:NICOMEKL - A Rocha Explorer Day  
DESCRIPTION:A Rocha Explorer Day  \n\nJoin A Rocha for an afternoon of exploring. We’ll start with a tour of the farm followed by pond dipping and activities in the garden. Minimum age of 5 to sign up.\n\nLocation: A Rocha\, 1620 192 St in Surrey\nRegistration: nicomekl@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nicomekl-a-rocha-explorer-day/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220618T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220618T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220615T191626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T174700Z
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SUMMARY:PRINCE GEORGE - Precious Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Join Vanessa and Natasha as we explore and collect data from the precious pollinators of Prince George! As spring rounds the corner into summer\, we will see many of our pollinator friends. From bees to butterflies\, there are many mighty minis to admire. \n  \nLocation: Meet at the Exploration Place. We will walk towards the Hudson Bay Wetland. \n  \nRSVP to princegeorge@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/prince-george-precious-pollinators/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220619T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220619T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220606T054505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220621T174849Z
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Salmon Release
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fry release hosted by the Alouette River Management Society (ARMS) at Maple Ridge Park. There will be some fun activities for families and face painting. Adopt-a-Block will be there and WildSafe BC will be there as well. \nLocation: Maple Ridge Park – 13180 232 Street \nRSVP to ridgemeadows@naturekidsbc.ca \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-salmon-release/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220625T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220625T090000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220321T225344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T195304Z
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SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - Bird Banding at Colony Farm
DESCRIPTION:Bird Banding at Colony Farm \nJoin the Vancouver Avian Research Centre for a morning of learning about the science behind bird banding. Watch them as they band the migratory birds at Colony Farm. \nPlease note: We will meet at the banding station at Colony Farm – click here for more information and a map. \nRegistration: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/naturekids-bird-banding-at-colony-farm-tickets-249528555627 \nPlease consider bringing a donation for VARC. \nThis event will be canceled if the Probability of Precipitation is too high\, as rain is stressful for the birds. Our rain date is June 26th. \nSuitable for children ages 5-13\, with an adult. \nEvent attendees should be members of the NatureKids club – sign up at naturekidsbc.ca. You are also welcome to try out one NatureKids event before you become a member.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-bird-banding-at-colony-farm-copy/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220625T123000
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SUMMARY:SOUTH OKANAGAN - Learn to Fish
DESCRIPTION:Come on out for part one of our learn to fish series with the Fresh Water Fisheries Society of BC! All supplies will be provided. Bring snacks and warm layers. \nWe are just sorting out the time and location\, but will keep you posted here. Save the date! \nCheck out this link for more details about the program https://www.gofishbc.com/How-to-Fish.aspx#fishing-programs \nRSVP to southokanagan@naturekidsbc.ca \nPhoto credit: Jenni Stol
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/south-okanagan-learn-to-fish/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220625T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220625T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220511T174544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T195510Z
UID:13960-1656154800-1656160200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:MERRITT - Learn to Fish
DESCRIPTION:Come on out for our learn to fish series with the Fresh Water Fisheries Society of BC! All supplies will be provided. \nCheck out this link for more details about the program https://www.gofishbc.com/How-to-Fish.aspx#fishing-programs \nSave the date! Confirmed time coming soon! \nLocation: Kentucky Alleyne kids pond. \nTo RSVP – merritt@naturekidsbc.ca \n  \nPhoto credit: Jenni Stol
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-learn-to-fish/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220626T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220626T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220511T181424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220627T195550Z
UID:13966-1656237600-1656246600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:EASTERN FRASER VALLEY - Learn to Fish!
DESCRIPTION:Come on out for our learn to fish series with the Fresh Water Fisheries Society of BC! We’ll learn how to ID fish\, how to handle them\, learn about basic tackle\, partake in a casting lesson and learn about safety and fishing. All supplies will be provided. \nLocation: Fraser Valley Trout Hatchery (34345 Vye Road\, Abbotsford) \nRSVP to efv@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/eastern-fraser-valley-learn-to-fish/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220630T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220630T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220625T001735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220704T162203Z
UID:14279-1656585000-1656592200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:WILLIAMS LAKE - Cariboo Fire Centre Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us in collaboration with Scout Island Nature Centre to tour the Cariboo Fire Centre. We will learn about fire safety\, suppression and how to keep our forests safe. This wonderful opportunity is open to everyone! So bring a friend\, pack a lunch\, and come learn with us!\n\n\nLocation: Cariboo Fire Centre – 3020 Airport Rd\n\nRSVP to martinkruus@shaw.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/williams-lake-cariboo-fire-centre-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220630T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220630T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220704T162855Z
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SUMMARY:SALMON ARM - Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Join us and our nature mentor\, Melissa LaRiviere\, for a nature walk. Two scavenger hunts will be held in the Salmon Arm Bay area. Walk with us as we hunt for different trees and birds\, and earn prizes along the way! Remember to dress for the weather\, bring water\, binoculars\, and snacks. Friends are welcome (free of charge)\, as we are always happy to have new members.\nLocation: Brighouse Nature Centre \nRSVP to salmonarm@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salmon-arm-scavenger-hunt/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220702T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220702T130000
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SUMMARY:TRI-CITIES - Turtle Time
DESCRIPTION:Join us and Nature Mentor Andrea Gielens from the Wildlife Preservation Society for some Turtle Time. We’ll start with a Turtle Talk presentation for about an hour\, followed by some questions\, games and of course meeting a few painted turtles. This is an amazing opportunity to find out about our own local turtles in B.C. and how they have ended up on the endangered species list!\n\nLocation: Como Lake Park\n\nPlease RSVP to TriCities@naturekidsbc.ca to register your attendance for that day.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/tri-cities-turtle-time/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220704T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220704T133000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220610T222636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220704T205915Z
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SUMMARY:BURNABY - Explore All Things Green
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore the protected wetland habitat of Minnekhada Regional Park. We’ll be looking for all things green and if we’re lucky spot one (or many) very special guest(s). Flat\, accessible trails with minimal elevation gain will be stuck to. \nLocation: Minnekhada Regional Park – 4000 Quarry Rd \nRSVP to burnaby@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/burnaby-explore-all-things-green/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220621T183607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T202245Z
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SUMMARY:MERRITT - Weed Warriors
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual knapweed blitz and knapweed biocontrol bug collection demonstration! Lunch\, refreshments and prizes will be provided. Everyone is welcome to help us protect our rare grassland ecosystems. \n  \nLocation: Lundbom Commonage \n  \nRSVP to merritt@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-weed-warriors/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220623T200133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T202531Z
UID:14271-1657360800-1657368000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:BULKLEY VALLEY - Pond Dipping at Tyhee
DESCRIPTION:Join us in partnership with A Rocha Houston for a fun morning of pond dipping at Tyhee Lake and discover the bugs that enjoy the water just as much as us! Meet by the playground\, and don’t forget to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy after our activities. \nLocation: Tyhee Lake – Tyhee Rd\, Telkwa\, V0J 2X0 \nRSVP: bulkleyvalley@naturekidsbc.ca 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/bulkley-valley-pond-dipping-at-tyhee/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220429T211621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T202844Z
UID:13898-1657364400-1657368000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - The Story of Herring - Interactive Puppet Show
DESCRIPTION:The Story of Herring  – With Hope the Humpback Whale  ~ An interactive\, musical program with puppets\, procession and herring props. \nWe will become the “herring school” and go on a journey out to sea\, then play “musical fish” to learn about the importance of Pacific Herring in the ocean food web. Also learn about the importance of Provincial Marine Parks and Protected Areas for Sponge Glass Reef protection\, wildlife habitat and conservation. \n\nSponsored by the Elders Council for Parks in BC\nGlass Sponge Reef educational material donated by Nature Kids BC\nCD Music by the North Shore Celtic Ensemble\n\n* Suitable for children age 5- 7 years or K-Gr.2.   Younger and older siblings welcome. \nLocation: Parkgate Library  (3675 Banff Ct\, North Vancouver) \nRegister here: https://nvdpl.ca/node/5507/register
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-the-story-of-herring-interactive-puppet-show/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220705T222016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T203029Z
UID:14338-1657371600-1657375200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VICTORIA - Wall Lizard Hunting with Dr. Gavin Hanke
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that lizards don’t only live in hot\, arid places like the desert? In BC\, we have lizards in our backyards! Join our Nature Mentor Dr. Gavin Hanke\, the curator of vertebrate zoology at the BC Museum\, as we learn about wall lizards!  Gavin will share his knowledge of wall lizards with us by teaching us about their habitat\, biology and favourite hiding places. Don’t forget good hiking shoes\, and let’s go lizard hunting!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Mount Tolmie – Meet at the top parking lot \nRSVP:  HERE \nTo learn more about Gavin’s fantastic work at the BC Museum\, check out this link!\nhttps://staff.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/author/rbcm_ghanke/
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/victoria-wall-lizard-hunting-with-gavin-hanke-from-the-bc-museum/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T153000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220419T211951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T202932Z
UID:13754-1657371600-1657380600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:LANGLEY - Paper Airplane Competition
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for our 2nd Paper Airplane Competition!  \nWe will provide instructions on how to build a few paper airplane examples for different abilities. Airplanes can be any design but need to be made of one piece of paper. All children entrants will receive a participation prize. There will be prizes for the best 3 designs. \nLocation: Buckley Park\, Langley City. Buckley park is attached to Hi-Knoll Park\, which is a great forest park\, and also walking distance to Penzer Park\, the largest parkour park in Canada\, so there is a lot to explore once your child has competed and you are waiting for the results. \n– Open to families with children aged 3+\n– The competition will take place between 1-3pm with winners announced between 3:00-3:30pm\n– This is an outdoor event \nClick here to register your family for this FREE event!
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/langley-paper-airplane-competition/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220712T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220712T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220502T213816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T203144Z
UID:13912-1657620000-1657627200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NELSON - Family Fishing Day at Cottonwood Lake
DESCRIPTION:Let’s discover fishing at Cottonwood Lake! \nWe will meet with educators from the Freshwater Fisheries Society for a fun\, hands-on introduction to fishing. We’ll learn the basics of freshwater fishing including fish identification\, ethics\, tackle\, rod rigging\, casting\, and hands-on fishing. All gear and instruction is provided. Learn more about our mentors here: www.gofishbc.com \nRSVP to nelson@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-family-fishing-day-at-cottonwood-lake/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220712T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220712T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220705T204712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T203236Z
UID:14332-1657623600-1657629000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:MISSION - Explore Heritage Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we discover creatures BIG and small! We will spend the day wandering through the trails to learn about local wildlife and create an animal-inspired sculpture out of clay. Ending off the day with a fun scavenger hunt! \nLocation: Fraser River Heritage Park – 7494 Mary St \nRSVP to mission@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/mission-explore-heritage-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220629T000809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T020846Z
UID:14285-1657965600-1657972800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:EASTERN FRASER VALLEY - Canoeing Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of canoeing! Bring your own canoe or borrow one of ours. As we explore nature from the water\, we will learn basic paddling skills and water safety. This event has limited spots\, so RSVP your spot early! \nLocation: Hope Slough\, Chilliwack \nRSVP to efv@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/eastern-fraser-valley-canoeing-adventure/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220716T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220716T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T205608
CREATED:20220517T233238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T021024Z
UID:14018-1657983600-1657987200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:TRI-CITIES - Fairy Forest Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exploration of beautiful Minnekhada Regional Park. We’ll be guided by Nature mentor Natasha Beauregard from the Burnaby Park Association. And there will be some forest fairies on hand ;). Come and walk with us and meet some forest dwellers\, magical and real. And you are all welcome and encouraged to dress up as your favorite forest creature – our leader and mentor will come in costume. \nTo RSVP please email tricities@naturekidsbc.ca with the number of attendees from your family.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/tri-cities-summer-nature-walk/
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