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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150512T000000
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UID:2592-1431388800-1431388800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:It's Not a Dump!
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/its-not-a-dump/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150512T000000
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UID:2591-1431388800-1431388800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count 4 Kids
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/christmas-bird-count-4-kids/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150603T000000
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UID:2442-1433289600-1433289600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Amphibian Road Survey
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Amphibian Road Surveys.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/amphibian-road-survey-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150606T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150606T000000
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UID:2503-1433548800-1433548800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Animal Detectives
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/animal-detectives/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150610T000000
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UID:2559-1433894400-1433894400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Amphibian Road Survey
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Amphibian Road Surveys.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/amphibian-road-survey-4/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150612T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150612T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060035Z
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UID:2593-1434067200-1434067200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Christmas Crafts
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/christmas-crafts/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150612T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150612T000000
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UID:2594-1434067200-1434067200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Roars and Growls
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/roars-and-growls/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150702T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150702T000000
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CREATED:20160804T060013Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060013Z
UID:2416-1435795200-1435795200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Discover Winter Birds
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/discover-winter-birds/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150703T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150703T000000
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CREATED:20160804T060016Z
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UID:2443-1435881600-1435881600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Amphibian Citizen Science
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/amphibian-citizen-science/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150706T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150706T000000
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CREATED:20160804T060024Z
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UID:2505-1436140800-1436140800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Flying Jewels
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/flying-jewels/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150706T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150706T000000
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UID:2506-1436140800-1436140800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Tasty Trees
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/tasty-trees/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150706T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150706T000000
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UID:2504-1436140800-1436140800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Pond Life Discovery
DESCRIPTION:Our Nature Mentor will have put traps out the night before to see the pond life we can discover on this exciting adventure day!
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/pond-life-discovery/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150710T000000
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UID:2560-1436486400-1436486400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Getting Batty
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be at the Garnet Fire Interpretive Site learning about a popular night time critter\, the Bat.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/getting-batty/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150711T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150711T000000
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CREATED:20160804T060032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060032Z
UID:2574-1436572800-1436572800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Nurturing Natives
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nurturing-natives/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150803T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150803T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060016Z
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UID:2444-1438560000-1438560000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Solstices\, Time Zones\, and Axial Tilt: Why Do We Have Seasons?
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/solstices-time-zones-and-axial-tilt-why-do-we-have-seasons/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150803T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150803T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060016Z
UID:2445-1438560000-1438560000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Amphibian Road Survey
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Amphibian Road Surveys.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/amphibian-road-survey-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150803T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150803T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060017Z
UID:2448-1438560000-1438560000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Wildlife Habits and Habitats
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/wildlife-habits-and-habitats/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150803T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150803T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060017Z
UID:2446-1438560000-1438560000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Knowing our Coast
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/knowing-our-coast/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150803T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150803T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060017Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060017Z
UID:2447-1438560000-1438560000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Flying Squirrel Nest Boxes
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/flying-squirrel-nest-boxes/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150806T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150806T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060025Z
UID:2507-1438819200-1438819200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Ocean's Day "Yellow Fish" Storm Drain Program
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/oceans-day-yellow-fish-storm-drain-program/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150807T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150807T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060026Z
UID:2520-1438905600-1438905600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:"Bike the Trails" by the GBHNR
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/bike-the-trails-by-the-gbhnr/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150811T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150811T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060032Z
UID:2575-1439251200-1439251200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Invasive Species Removal
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/invasive-species-removal/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150811T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150811T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060034Z
UID:2576-1439251200-1439251200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Mason Bee Workshop & Bee House Cleaning
DESCRIPTION:Join the Jericho Stewardship Group as they guide you through the making of mason bee houses.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/mason-bee-workshop-bee-house-cleaning/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150904T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150904T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060019Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060019Z
UID:2463-1441324800-1441324800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Dirty Jobs
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/dirty-jobs/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150908T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20150908T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060027Z
UID:2528-1441670400-1441670400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Summertime at Sovereign Lake Ski Trails
DESCRIPTION:We will meet at the snowmobile parking area and walk the trail towards Sovereign Lake and the clubhouse.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/summertime-at-sovereign-lake-ski-trails/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151001T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151001T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060012Z
UID:2401-1443657600-1443657600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Mini-mural making Jam
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/mini-mural-making-jam/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151001T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151001T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060012Z
UID:2400-1443657600-1443657600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Wondrous Whales
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/wondrous-whales/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151010T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151010T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060030Z
UID:2561-1444435200-1444435200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Spider Hunt
DESCRIPTION: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!
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/spider-hunt/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151101T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151101T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060012Z
UID:2402-1446336000-1446336000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Drawing From Life
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/drawing-from-life/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151101T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20151101T000000
DTSTAMP:20260507T195640
CREATED:20160804T060012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160804T060012Z
UID:2403-1446336000-1446336000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Weather Forecast
DESCRIPTION:We will be learning about how weather is recorded at Vancouver Island University with Jeff Lewis.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/weather-forecast/
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