Christmas Bird Count 4 Kids
2015-05-12 00:00 (America/Vancouver)
This annual event organized by the Audubon Society has been held for more than a century. It is one of the longest running citizen science projects in the world and is a very special tradition for the this group. Absolutely no experience or knowledge is required, Just bring an enthusiasm for getting out in nature and a curiosity about birds.

It's Not a Dump!
2015-05-12 00:00
Where does all our garbage and recycling go after it leaves the green and blue bins in your backyard? Why does Hartland Landfill have trained falconers on site? How can we turn garbage into electricity? Come find out all this and more in hands-on activities in the Learning Centre and on a guided tour of the landfill and recycling centre.

Amphibian Road Survey
2015-06-03 00:00, 2015-06-10 00:00, 2015-08-03 00:00
Join us for our Amphibian Road Surveys.

Animal Detectives
2015-06-06 00:00
It might not be every day that you spot a beaver or a coyote. Chew marks on a tree, prints in the mud and tufts of fur caught on branches are all clues left behind by the animals of Stanley Park. Put on your detective hats and join us for a sleuthing good time!

Christmas Crafts
2015-06-12 00:00
This year’s theme is BIRDS! They migrate away in the winter, but where do they go? Some stay here and brave the snow; how do they do it? We will do bird crafts and make feeders to take home for the non-migratory birds, followed by a short walk in the park.

Roars and Growls
2015-06-12 00:00
If you love cats and want to help wildlife, join Darren Colello of the Northwest Wildlife Preservation Society to learn about Canada’s wild cats and how you can help protect them.

Discover Winter Birds
2015-07-02 00:00
A winter bird tresure hunt! Join the Stanley Park Ecology Society for an exploration of the birds that live in the Park through the winter. Handle bird wings, skulls and talons and head into the woods in search of these same species and more.

Amphibian Citizen Science
2015-07-03 00:00
During this amphibian road survey Explorer Day, members will be learning to identify amphibian species that are at risk of harm due to human interference in their natural migration pathways. This hands-on learning program will serve as a pro-type for future groups to do roadside surveys.

Pond Life Discovery
2015-07-06 00:00
Our Nature Mentor will have put traps out the night before to see the pond life we can discover on this exciting adventure day!

Flying Jewels
2015-07-06 00:00
The BMN NatureKids members will visit this hummingbird monitoring site to observe researchers catching, weighing, measuring, banding and releasing these tiny jewels of the air. The leader, Roy Teo, will describe the entire process to us and tell us why it is important to do.

Tasty Trees
2015-07-06 00:00
Munch, crunch, let’s eat some forest greens for lunch! Forest tea and edible berries – learn what’s in season in the temperate rainforest as spring turns into summer.

Getting Batty
2015-07-10 00:00
We’ll be at the Garnet Fire Interpretive Site learning about a popular night time critter, the Bat.

Nurturing Natives
2015-07-11 00:00
This month we will go back to Uplands Park where we removed invasive plants on our September Explorer Day and we will plant seedlings that will grow and thrive in the Garry Oak Ecosystem.

Solstices, Time Zones, and Axial Tilt: Why Do We Have Seasons?
2015-08-03 00:00
Why is winter cold and summer hot? Why do we turn our clocks back and then forward again? How can it be different times in different places? We will look at the natural phenomena of seasons from a planetary perspective. We will explore solar light, and planetary orbits as we spring forward.

Knowing our Coast
2015-08-03 00:00
Learning about Heritage Forest, East Crescent, Qualicum Beach with Yurgen Menninga, who will lead us through the old growth forest finding the different trees that grow there.

Flying Squirrel Nest Boxes
2015-08-03 00:00
This will be our last half-day of cleaning and maintaining these nest boxes that have seen a lot of traffic from the local flying squirrel population.

Wildlife Habits and Habitats
2015-08-03 00:00
What do local animals eat, where do they live, why? Get familiar with food chains, learn the four essentials of habitat, and look for animal signs on an outdoor wildlife treasure hunt. You’re guaranteed to see a beaver lodge and maybe even a beaver, too!

Ocean's Day "Yellow Fish" Storm Drain Program
2015-08-06 00:00
In this initiative, members will learn all about how to take an active role in protecting their environment by marking storm drains with bright yellow fish and circulating information to advise residents that the drains empty into local rivers and then in to the ocean.

"Bike the Trails" by the GBHNR
2015-08-07 00:00
A wonderful bicycling adventure along the Canada Trail and dyke systems near the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve. Be prepared to keep a watchful eye for interesting things that appear along the trail, from Osprey nests to raccoons and bobcats.

Invasive Species Removal
2015-08-11 00:00
Evergreen Canada is hosting an Uncover Your Creeks program at Lower Hume Park in New Westminster. We shall meet at the picnic shelters at Lower Hume park.

Mason Bee Workshop & Bee House Cleaning
2015-08-11 00:00
Join the Jericho Stewardship Group as they guide you through the making of mason bee houses.

Dirty Jobs
2015-09-04 00:00
We will be meeting at Qualicum Bay with Travis, from the Nanaimo Recycling, and learn about Composting and the insects and worms to be found.

Summertime at Sovereign Lake Ski Trails
2015-09-08 00:00
We will meet at the snowmobile parking area and walk the trail towards Sovereign Lake and the clubhouse.

Wondrous Whales
2015-10-01 00:00
There are 25 different kinds of whales that spend time along the coast of British Columbia! Come and learn about the diversity of whales in B.C. and how they make a living in the waters off our coast. Leah Thorpe, a marine educator with Cetus Research & Conservation Society, will show us how to tell these different whales apart by their size, shape and sounds as well as how we can all help protect these beautiful animals.

Mini-mural making Jam
2015-10-01 00:00
Join our artist in residence Kim Hunter for a fun morning of inspiration, art and nature. What are your favourite animals? Your favourite places in the Park? How about a favourite plant? Come in from the cold and share your “faves” in a collaborative mini-mural making jam!

Spider Hunt
2015-10-10 00:00
On this walk, we will explore different habitats to try and find different kinds of spiders. Find out why spiders are one of Al’s favourite critters. Yes, really!

Drawing From Life
2015-11-01 00:00
We will be practicing drawing and sketching from real life objects from nature. The focus will be on attention to detail and the practice of “finding” geometric shapes in organic items.

Weather Forecast
2015-11-01 00:00
We will be learning about how weather is recorded at Vancouver Island University with Jeff Lewis.
