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SUMMARY:SALMON ARM - BC Rivers Day Celebration and Tree Planting
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we learn about salmon at the Adams River from local experts with The Adams River Salmon Society. We will contribute to helping salmon by planting trees for BC Rivers Day this year. Get ready for a great day out celebrating all things salmon!\nLocation: Tsútswecw Provincial Park\, meet at The Adams River Salmon Society Interpretive cabin \nRSVP to salmonarm@naturekidsbc.ca \nPlease dress for the weather and bring water and snacks. Be prepared to go hiking\, play games and plant trees. Shovels will be provided\, but if you have one\, please bring it.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salmon-arm-bc-rivers-day/
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SUMMARY:KAMLOOPS - McQueen Lake Day! Bus transport provided
DESCRIPTION:We have been invited to join the 50th Anniversary Celebration day for McQueen Lake and all of the NatureKids Families and Guests are welcome to join. We will be leading a pond dipping event for the day. \nPlease RSVP by Sept 16th to claim a spot. Due to lack on parking at the event site\, access to the event will only be by bus. The bus will leave from NorKam Secondary at 10am. There will be a return bus at 12:45 and another at 3pm\, so you can stay for a half day or the whole event! If there is an emergency\, Sonya and I will have personal vehicles there and can get people back into town\, if needed. \nRSVP here by Sept 16: http://mcqueenlake.com/s/50RSVP \nThe basic format for the day is as follows\, but there will be much socializing and some food 🙂 \n09:30 Buses arrive NorKam Secondary School South Parking Lot\n10:00 Buses depart\n10:30 Arrival at the McQueen Lake Centre\n11:00 Greetings\, Welcome and Remarks from Speakers\n12:00 Light Lunch and Refreshments/ Site Tour / Orientation / Static Displays\n12:30 Muster for Midday Bus Departure\n12:45 Midday Bus Departure\n13:30 Choice of Participatory Activities Session 1\n14:15 Choice of Participatory Activities Session 2\n15:00 Muster for Bus Departures\n15:30 Buses depart for NorKam Secondary School Parking Lot \nWe will provide greater detail and any further information to those confirmed prior to the event. \nPlease remember that McQueen Lake is a little higher in elevation and you should dress accordingly 🙂
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kamloops-mcqueen-lake-day-bus-transport-provided-rsvp-by-sept-16/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221011T160000
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SUMMARY:BURNABY - Intertidal Walk with Year of the Salish Sea
DESCRIPTION:To celebrate the Year of the Salish Sea\, join the initiative’s Project Co-Leads Emma\, Simran\, and Tasha on a walk along the shore of Barnet Marine Park. We will learn about life in the intertidal zone\, our place in the Salish Sea ecosystem\, and hopefully spot some sea creatures! \nRegister here: https://forms.gle/7qsQBVf1bwGLvwX46 \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/burnaby-intertidal-walk-with-year-of-the-salish-sea/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221015T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221015T120000
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SUMMARY:BULKLEY VALLEY - Edible Plant Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Silverthorn Lake\, in Houston\, for an edible plant walk! We will be joined by a plant expert who will lead us on our walk. And you are invited to stay for a hotdog roast following the walk. \nLocation: Silverthorn Lake\, in Houston. We will meet at the shelter by the lake. \nRSVP to bulkleyvalleynaturekidsbc.ca \nAccessibility: the trails are accessible to strollers and wheelchairs
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/bulkley-valley-edible-plant-walk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221015T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221015T143000
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SUMMARY:SALT SPRING ISLAND - Marvelous Migration
DESCRIPTION:Birds are in the air! We see them gathering in flocks\, some small\, some very large. Where are they going? How do they know where to go? \nWe’ll do some bird watching around Blackburn Lake at the SSI Conservancy and try to figure out how birds migrate. We’ll use maps\, a compass and look at global flyways. Also\, we’ll learn which birds stick around with us through the winter months. Here’s a big question: Could there be some birds that come to Salt Spring Island to pass the winter? \nWear rubber boots and bring binoculars if you have them. \nRSVP to khmaser@shaw.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salt-spring-island-marvelous-migration/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221016T143000
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SUMMARY:OCEANSIDE - Big Qualicum Fish Hatchery
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a visit of the Qualicum Fish Hatchery. We’ll get a behind the scenes look at how eggs are collected\, sorted and how the fish are raised. We’ll also learn about the amazing lifecycle of the salmon and how they are critical to our ecosystems. And since it’s the middle of the salmon run\, we’ll also get so see some of the chinook and pink salmon return. \nRSVP to oceanside@naturekidsbc.ca \nDirections: From the Inland Island Hwy (19)\, take the Horne Lake exit (75). Follow Horne Lake Road until you pass the railroad tracks and take the next left (continuing onto Horne Lake Road). On your immediate left (you will see a Big Qualicum Hatchery sign)\, turn onto the gravel road (River Road). Follow that down to the hatchery parking lot. \nFrom the Island Hwy (19A)\, take the exit on Horne Lake Road. Take the first right onto a gravel road (River Road) and continue until you reach the hatchery parking lot.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/oceanside-big-qualicum-fish-hatchery/
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SUMMARY:MERRITT - Special Event: Come Walk with Us Presentation
DESCRIPTION:Join us and special guests Soyna Richmond and Sean Morton from Come Walk with Us for an evening of photography and storytelling. Sonya and Sean will share tales from the road of their cross-Canada walking adventure and how they are inspiring Canadians of all ages to take action for nature. This is a family friendly show and the content is aimed at kids aged 5-12. \nThe event is free and open to all families. Feel free to bring friends. \nLocation: Lecture Theatre of NVIT (Nicola Valley Institute of Technology) on Belshaw Road\, Merritt \nCome Walk With Us is a 4-year pilgrimage along the 27\, 000 km Trans Canada Trail – the world’s longest trail. Dr Sonya Richmond is a biologist and researcher who has worked on many ornithological and conservation projects\, and received numerous awards and grants for her work. Sean Morton is an award-winning landscape and nature photographer whose work has been published in numerous magazines. Their goal is to inspire people of all ages\, physical abilities\, cultural backgrounds\, genders\, orientations\, and identities\, and especially youth\, to connect to nature through birds and Citizen Science. They are walking west from Cape Spear\, NL to Victoria\, BC and then north to Tuktoyaktuk\, NT\, planning to finish in 2023. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-special-event-come-walk-with-us-presentation/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221022T143000
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SUMMARY:VICTORIA - Five Senses Wellness Program
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary for our Five Senses Wellness Program! \nOn this Explorer day we will join our Nature Mentor Madi\, the Community Educator\, for a journey of our five senses and discover how we interact with nature using them! We will explore nature through our senses as we listen to\, smell\, feel\, view and taste the world around us. \n\nThis is a family friendly program suitable for all ages! Click here to RSVP and join us. \n\nLocation: Swan Lake Christmas Hill Nature Sanctuary. Follow the signs to the Swan Hill Sanctuary off McKenzie Avenue and you will get to a parking lot close to the Nature House.  We will meet in the Nature House.\nMap Link: https://www.swanlake.bc.ca/visit-explore/hours-location/ \nOther Logistics: Dogs are not allowed in the park so please leave your animals at home.  Guest passes are available if you would like to introduce your friends to NatureKids. \n\nMore info: https://www.swanlake.bc.ca/about-us/the-sanctuary/
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/victoria-five-senses-wellness-program/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221022T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221022T150000
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SUMMARY:MERRITT - Bar Farms Pumpkin Patch
DESCRIPTION:Our next explorer day will be a trip to the pumpkin patch! On top of regular pumpkin patch things\, we will get a quick lesson on the farm operation and how pumpkins\, squash\, potatoes and garlic are planted and harvested. We will cover the cost of entry and one pumpkin for each child.\n\nPlease let us know if you are planning to come!\nRSVP to merritt@naturekidsbc.ca\n\nWe’ll send out a reminder email with directions shortly beforehand.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-bar-farms-pumpkin-patch/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221023T140000
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SUMMARY:NELSON - How Do Mushrooms Grow?
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn all about mushrooms! Our Nature Mentor for the day will be Rob Macrae\, instructor at Selkirk College and local mushroom expert. We will walk together in the forest to discover the different types of mushrooms growing there\, and learn about their place in the ecosystem.\n\nRob also has a keen interest in mushroom cultivation\, so after our walk we will learn about simple ways to grow delicious edible mushrooms. We will then prepare our own mushroom logs to take home! Making mushroom logs does require the use of an electric drill. We will have pre-drilled logs available. If older children wish to drill their own they will need to do so under their parent’s direct supervision.\n\nPre registration is required for this event. CLICK HERE FOR THE SIGN UP FORM. \n\nOur location is the beautiful grounds of Bear Spring Eco Retreat in Beasley. We are very grateful to the owners for hosting us! Participants will be emailed directions as well as parking instructions. Please only park in the areas indicated. You can check out the retreat on their website: www.bearspringeco.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-how-do-mushrooms-grow/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221023T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221023T150000
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SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - Mushroom Walk
DESCRIPTION:Discover the fungal connections that make up the forest ecosystem\, and learn more about local mushroom identification. \n\n\n\n\n\nFungi are an integral part of the forest ecosystem. Discover how plants\, animals\, and fungi are connected and learn more about local mushroom identification with Willoughby Arevalo. \nWilloughby Arevalo is passionate about the ecology of fungi\, the ways they shape our world and the ways we shape theirs. His lifelong friendship with fleshy fungi has led him down a mycelial pathway – from his start in field identification and mushroom hunting\, branching into cuisine\, DIY cultivation\, farming\, education\, writing and eco-arts. \nPlease note that there are two NatureKids mushroom walks back to back to ensure a smaller group size. The walks have separate registrations: \nRegister for 1:00pm-2:00pm timeslot \nRegister for 2:00pm-3:00pm timeslot  \nNatureKids programs are suitable for families with children ages 5-13. Parents attend with their children. Families should be registered in our NatureKids club. See www.naturekids.bc.ca for details. Families may come for one trial session before registering for a NatureKids membership. \nThis program will take place outdoors and in person in Lynn Canyon Park. We will meet at the front of the Ecology Centre. Please stay home if you are sick. Please note there is pay parking\, $3/hour for a maximum of 4 hours\, payable only by credit card at the kiosk. \nPhoto by Jesse Bauer on Unsplash
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-mushroom-walk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221028T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221028T150000
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SUMMARY:SALT SPRING - Be In-Spidered!
DESCRIPTION:Be In-Spidered!! Do you like creepy crawly spiders? Do they make you nervous? Don’t be scared – Come and learn about them! \nIf you look carefully you’ll see lots of spiders in the fall. Some hunt\, some jump\, some spin webs\, some even catch fish! Most won’t hurt you\, but some are poisonous\, so it’s good to know what these ones look like. We’ll learn about a few different kinds of spiders\, the cool things they do\, and their place in nature. \nWe’ll go outside to look for spiders and webs\, so please be sure to dress for the weather. \nLocation: SSI Conservancy\, Blackburn Road \nFor kids up to 13 years old\, accompanied by an adult.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salt-spring-be-in-spidered/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221029T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221029T143000
DTSTAMP:20260504T164935
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SUMMARY:NICOMEKL - Fourteen Fungi 
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fall nature walk to search for fourteen different types of fungi.\n\nLocation: Brae Island Regional Park in Fort Langley. Meet us at the main parking lot (across the bridge and to the left).
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nicomekl-fourteen-fungi/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221102T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221102T110000
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SUMMARY:BURNABY - Salmon Watch & Creek Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us and the Byrne Creek Streamkeepers for a salmon watch and tour of the creek. \n**Date/Time may change: We are watching the conditions closely as we cannot spot fish on heavy rain days. An email will be sent to confirm the event time and meeting location. Backup date is Fri\, Nov 4** \nAccessibility: Byrne Creek trails are dirt/gravel and generally flat but there are stairs. If you have accessibility needs\, please contact us for more information so we can accommodate. \nFree and open to all families. Register here to join us.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/burnaby-salmon-watch-creek-tour/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221106T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221106T140000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221108T180255Z
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SUMMARY:NELSON - Survival Skills
DESCRIPTION:Led by survival skills expert Norm Jelfs\, we will learn about outdoor safety\, essential gear you should always bring when heading out on a hike\, how to navigate and what to do if you’re lost. We’ll learn about different ways to start a fire. We’ll have a break for lunch\, and then continue with shelter building in the afternoon. The exact itinerary is subject to change depending on the weather and other factors. We plan to be finished around 2-3pm. \nNorman Jelfs  is an experienced outdoor survival instructor who has worked with the Alberta Junior Forest Rangers and mentored under well-known bushcraft and survival expert Mors Kochanski. He also taught survival skills to kids at Kokanee Creek Nature Centre this summer.\nRegistration is now full – but we do keep a waitlist and at our last event everyone on the waitlist was able to attend\, so complete the form to be added.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-survival-skills/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221106T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221106T150000
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SUMMARY:KAMLOOPS - Orienteering
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an orienteering Explorer Day event. We will learn how to use compasses and play some games. \nRSVP to kamloops@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kamloops-orienteering-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221112T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221112T113000
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SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Finding Fungi in Central Park
DESCRIPTION:Ever wondered if mushrooms are plants or animals?? If you answered neither\, you’d be right! They are one of the 4 types of fungi\, a kingdom all on its own. On Saturday\, Nov. 12 from 10:00 to approx. 11:30\, we’ll meet up at Central Park in Burnaby with Nature Mentor\, mycologist Ludovic LeRenard\, who will share his vast knowledge of the fabulous fungi kingdom with us. Some of you may remember Ludo from last year when he guided our mushroom-focused Explorer Day at UBC. \nThis has been a difficult year for fungi due to the drought that stretched into October\, followed by bouts of frosty weather. Fungi don’t like either of these weather conditions. Consequently\, you may have noticed that mushrooms aren’t as plentiful as usual. Hopefully we’ll find some good specimens on this Explorer Day\, especially as Ludo knows where they like to hide! \nRegister here.  \nPls note that the Sunday\, Nov. 27 Fungi Explorer Day is still happening and will be located at Pacific Spirit Park. More info on that to come soon. \nMeeting location: Easily accessible via transit as our meeting location is at the entrance to Burnaby’s Central Park on Patterson Ave. and Central Blvd.\, next to the Patterson SkyTrain station. See map. \nParking: There are several parking lots close to the meeting location. See map. \nWhat to wear: Dress warmly as we will be standing still often to study the mushrooms. \nWhat to bring: Magnifying glass if you have one; we’ll have some to share. Snacks and water are always good. \nWashrooms: There are public washrooms in various locations in the park. \nWe look forward to seeing some of you there. In the meantime\, check out this great info page from the Beaty Museum of Biodiversity\, Mushrooms Up! Edible and Poisonous of Coastal BC and Pacific Northwest
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-finding-fungi-in-central-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221113T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221113T113000
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SUMMARY:NICOMEKL - Search for Salmon
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a walk through Tynehead Regional Park during the season for spotting salmon! We’ll play salmon-inspired games and have prizes for you to win.\n\n\nLocation: Tynehead Regional Park in Surrey\n\nRSVP to nicomekl@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nicomekl-search-for-salmon/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221115T123000
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SUMMARY:BURNABY - Byrne Creek Nature Hike
DESCRIPTION:Let’s go on a casual hike to Byrne Creek via Ron McLean Park. No nature mentors will be present during this trip\, but it will be a great opportunity share our own knowledge\, meet each other\, and try to spot some salmon before the end of the spawning season.\n\n\nRon McLean Park is easily accessible from Edmonds Skytrain Station or by car\, parking along Hedley\, since the parking lot is under reconstruction at the moment. We would then walk down the trail on the west side. It is about a 25 minute walk down to the best area with 200 stairs to descend and climb back up OR a trail along the east side of the ravine that makes for a nice return trip.\n\n\nRSVP here to join us.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/burnaby-byrne-creek-nature-hike/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221118T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221118T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T164935
CREATED:20221025T182314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T202146Z
UID:16484-1668765600-1668772800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:MERRITT - Hug-a-Tree with Nicola SAR
DESCRIPTION:You’re Invited- Hug A Tree Program with Nature Kids BC and Nicola Valley Search and Rescue \nHave you ever wondered what to do if you get lost in the woods? Join us and mentors from Nicola Valley Search and Rescue as we learn how to stay safe outdoors in the winter. We’ll learn how not to get lost in the first place\, and what to do if it happens. We’ll learn how hugging a tree can keep you safe and help you be found. Staying near a tree offers some protection from the elements and keeps you in one location\, so it’s easier for searchers to find you. Bring your questions about how to prepare for winter adventures and how to stay safe while doing them. \nRegister here to join us. \nAbout Hug-a-Tree \nThe Hug-a-Tree and Survive program is aimed at children aged 5–11 and is an AdventureSmart program that helps lost children survive in the woods. It teaches children how not to become lost in the woods\, and what to do should they become lost. If a child should become lost in the woods\, hugging a tree can help them stay safe\, and be found. Staying near a tree offers some protection from the elements\, and keeps lost children in the same place\, which makes it easier for searchers to find them. \nHug-A-Tree and Survive was developed in the United States following the search for Jimmy Beveridge in 1981\, and was first adapted for Canadian use by the RCMP. It was updated by the National Search and Rescue Secretariat (NSS) and the SAR Volunteer Association of Canada (SARVAC) in 2015.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-hug-a-tree-with-nicola-sar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221119T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221119T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T164935
CREATED:20221114T230445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T202204Z
UID:17184-1668852000-1668859200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NANAIMO - Salamander Monitoring and Riparian Restoration
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a lovely day out in nature! Help us find and identify salamanders\, and work on returning the riparian zone to its natural glory so more salamanders and other organisms can make it their home!\n\nLocation: Morningside Park\n\nRSVP to nanaimo@naturekidsbc.ca by Friday noon
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nanaimo-salamander-monitoring-and-riparian-restoration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221120T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T164935
CREATED:20221102T193139Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T202226Z
UID:16903-1668934800-1668942000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Birding survey at UBC Farm //  EVENT FULL PLEASE JOIN WAITLIST
DESCRIPTION:This event is now full\, but we do keep a waitlist. Please email us at vancouver@naturekidsbc.ca to be added.  \nJoin us for a birding survey at UBC Farm with expert guides from Nature Vancouver. Over 100 species of birds have been seen at this site throughout the seasons\, over the past fifteen years of these monthly surveys . On this November survey\, we’ll tally from 20 to 25 species of wintering birds. You may want to become familiar with some of them before our tour\, such as the Northern Flicker\, Black-capped Chickadee\, Song Sparrow\, White-crowned Sparrow\, Golden-crowed Sparrow\, Dark-eyed Junco\, Spotted Towhee\, House Finch and American Goldfinch. Our approximately 2.0 km walk will take us through farm fields\, the children’s garden area\, a mature second growth conifer forest\, and a young alder forest. \nMeeting Location and Time:  We’ll meet at 9 AM at the main gate to the UBC Farm\, located on South Campus\, atl 3461 Ross Drive.  The farm gate will be locked\, so please aim to be punctual as we will all need to enter together. The walk will be approximately two hours\,depending on weather conditions and interest of the group. \nParking: There is paid metered parking at the Farm entrance gate. Some nearby streets (a couple of blocks to walk) do have Sunday free parking as well. \nTransit: The #41 and #49 buses take you close to the Farm\, about a 10 minute walk. For more accurate transit information from your home\, see this link. \nWhat to bring: Binoculars if you have them. We will have some to share. Also\, there will be a spotting scope (a small portable high-power telescope) set up at low height to accommodate our young birders. \nWhat to wear: Dress for the weather as bird watching often involves some standing around. We will be walking through some grassy areas so please wear waterproof footwear. \nWashrooms: There are 2 portable toilets by the front gates of the farm. \nMerlin App. You might want to download the Merlin App on your cell phone. It is a free app that identifies birds by their sound\, and shows a sonogram (spectrogram) of its sound. See more details and how to download here.  Please note that having the App is not necessary to fully participate in this Explorer Day. \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-birding-survey-at-ubc-farm/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221120T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221120T143000
DTSTAMP:20260504T164935
CREATED:20220907T012209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221121T202252Z
UID:15108-1668949200-1668954600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - Indigenous Plants Walk
DESCRIPTION:Learn about local plants with T’uy’t’tanat Cease Wyss on a walk at Stitsma (Maplewood Mudflats). \n\n\n\n\n\nWalk through Stitsma (Maplewood Mudflats) with T’uy’t’tanat Cease Wyss\, learning about local plant ecology and plant connections to Indigenous teachings. \nT’uy’t’tanat Cease Wyss is an Indigenous Matriarch of the Skwxwu7mesh\, Sto:lo and Hawaiian people. Through her work as an ethnobotanist\, artist\, activist and community-based educator\, they strive to share Indigenous customs\, teachings\, and futures and to connect Indigenous peoples. Interweaving their skills as an ethnobotanist and an interdisciplinary artist\, Cease maintains a practice to decolonize their life and their art by learning about their culture and using traditions practiced by their ancestors. \nRegister here. \nNatureKids programs are suitable for families with children ages 5-13. Parents attend with their children. Families should be registered in our NatureKids club. See www.naturekids.bc.ca for details. Families may come for one trial session before registering for a NatureKids membership. \nThis program will take place outdoors and in person at Maplewood Mudflats Conservation Area\, 2649 Dollarton Highway. Please stay home if you are sick.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-indigenous-plants-walk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221122T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221122T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T164935
CREATED:20221110T220644Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221125T005011Z
UID:17093-1669122000-1669129200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:BURNABY - Cariboo Heights Forest: History + Winter Birds
DESCRIPTION:Discover one of Burnaby’s secret forests with Utta Gagel and Aruna Khan\, Co-Presidents of the Cariboo Heights Forest Preservation Society. We’ll explore the history of Cariboo Heights and learn to identify some of the winter birds that live here with the Merlin Bird ID app. \nBring water\, a snack\, binoculars (if you have them)\, and download the free Merlin Bird ID app in advance. \nRSVP here to join us. 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/burnaby-cariboo-heights-forest-history-winter-birds/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221124T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221124T193000
DTSTAMP:20260504T164935
CREATED:20221013T223326Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T221501Z
UID:16088-1669314600-1669318200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL EXPLORER DAY - The Wonders of Water
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual Explorer Day with our guests from BC Hydro. We’ll learn how electricity is made\, take a tour inside the Stave Falls dam and even do some fun experiments related to the water cycle. As always\, there will be opportunities to engage and ask questions. \nAlex and Mariam will be our hosts from BC Hydro – they are part of the community outreach team who travel across the province and deliver virtual events\, educating British Columbians on energy conservation and electrical safety. We will also be having Stephen Watson from the  John Hart Generating Station Replacement Project (2007-2020). He will chat to us about the drought conditions near the Campbell River water system and how the crew has been able to maintain the area for fish habitats. \nThis event is free and open to all families. Pre-registration is required. \nRegister here to join us.  \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/virtual-explorer-day-the-wonders-of-water/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221126T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221126T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T164935
CREATED:20221004T014319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T221439Z
UID:16050-1669456800-1669464000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:BULKLEY VALLEY - Into to Bird Watching
DESCRIPTION:Come out and learn about bird watching! In preparation for the annual Christmas Bird Count for Kids\, we will welcome two experienced bird watchers to share their knowledge with us! \nLocation: Park at the Canadian Tire in Smithers. Walk south east on 16th ave and meet us at the trail head right by the roundabout on Ambleside Ave. \nRSVP: bulkleyvalleynaturekidsbc.ca \nAccessibility: the trails are accessible to wheelchairs and strollers.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/bulkley-valley-into-to-bird-watching/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221127T143000
DTSTAMP:20260504T164935
CREATED:20221114T212505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221128T221421Z
UID:17179-1669554000-1669559400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Camosun Bog and Forest Walk //  EVENT FULL PLEASE JOIN WAITLIST
DESCRIPTION:This event is now full\, but we do keep a waitlist. Please email us at vancouver@naturekidsbc.ca to be added. \n\nWhat’s so unique about bogs? They are rare and beautiful wetlands home to special plants\, such as Sphagnum moss\, as well as many varieties of plants\, bushes\, and small trees. We’ll explore this area with Nature Mentor Anne Leathem\, and If we’re very lucky we may see some fungi too!\n\nCamosun Bog is a wonderful place to discover bog life as a boardwalk around the perimeter of the area\, built by the Camosun Bog Restoration Group\, allows people to visit without damaging this fragile ecosystem. After exploring the bog\, we will walk through the forest to discover the many kinds of trees found there.\n\n \nOur guide\, Anne\, has always had an interest in wild plants\, animals\, and mushrooms. She loves the forest and learns something new there on every visit. She’s excited to share her knowledge with us.\n\nMeeting Location: We’ll meet at the corner of Camosun Street and 16th Ave.\,Vancouver\, and walk to the bog and forest together. See map.\nParking: Street parking is available.\nTransit: The 25 &33 bus lines both have routes close to the meeting location.\n\nWhat to wear: Dress for the weather. We will go in light rain (or snow!)\, but will cancel in the case of heavy rain (or snow!).\n\nWhat to bring: Magnifying glass if you have one; we’ll have some to share.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-camosun-bog-and-forest-walk-event-full-please-join-waitlist/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221206T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221206T190000
DTSTAMP:20260504T164935
CREATED:20221012T200721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221208T225059Z
UID:16235-1670349600-1670353200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VIRTUAL EXPLORER DAY - Introduction to Birding
DESCRIPTION:Birdwatching 101 \n\n\n\n\nBirdwatching is a fun and rewarding pastime for all ages. Join us and our friends from the Vancouver Avian Research Centre (VARC) for a virtual introduction to birding. We’ll do some bird identification\, hear some birdsong\, and play some fun games together. \n\n\n\n\nThis is a great primer the our upcoming Christmas Bird Counts for Kids\, which are in-person events held in our clubs throughout December and January. \nThis event is free and open to all families. Pre-registration is required. \nRegister here to join us.  \nImage curtesy of VARC 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/virtual-explorer-day-introduction-to-birding/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T164935
CREATED:20221111T010825Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T020218Z
UID:17096-1670666400-1670673600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Christmas Bird Count for Kids 2022
DESCRIPTION:Christmas Bird Count for Kids 2022 – Stanley Park \nCalling all young birders! Join us\, other families and experts for this annual winter bird survey event. After a quick introduction to bird identification where you’ll learn to tell your Kinglets from Kingfishers\, we will split into groups and head into the forest and foreshore for a 45-minute bird counting adventure then regroup to share our findings. Check out the downloadable resources below to enhance your experience! \nThis program is free for registration and is a collaboration between Birds Canada\, NatureKids BC\, and the Stanley Park Ecology Society. Registration here to join us. \nLocation:  We will meet at the Stanley Park Dining Pavilion (located at 610 Pipeline Road).  Please try to arrive at least 15 minutes in advance of the program. The whole program will be delivered outdoors\, so please dress for the weather.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-christmas-bird-count-for-kids-2022/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221210T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T164935
CREATED:20221128T222226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221214T020157Z
UID:17478-1670666400-1670673600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:MERRITT - Winter Hike and Celebration
DESCRIPTION:We will be meeting at Gingers Trail off the old Connector highway (a map will be sent out) for a hike\, activities\, and prizes to celebrate the holiday season. We are excited to have Nlaka’pamux Land Guardian Ariel Swayze as our guest mentor for the morning.\n\nThis event is sponsored by the United Way Local Love Fund and is open to all families wanting to connect in the outdoors. So please invite your friends!\n\nPlease register in advance as we want to make sure every child gets to go home with a nature-based prize.\n\nRSVP to merritt@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-winter-hike-and-celebration/
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