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SUMMARY:WILDROOTS -  Small living things that colour our spring!
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/wildroots-small-living-things-that-colour-our-spring/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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UID:27261-1717839000-1717844400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:DELTA - Finding Cedar
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/delta-finding-cedar/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240608T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240608T113000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T163714Z
UID:26941-1717840800-1717846200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KELOWNA - Celebrate Scandinavian Midsummer
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
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:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240529T213104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T173117Z
UID:27300-1717844400-1717848000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NANAIMO - World Oceans Day at Maffeo Sutton Park
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nanaimo-world-oceans-day-at-maffeo-sutton-park/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240608T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240608T153000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240515T182329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T173108Z
UID:27176-1717851600-1717860600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:BURNABY - CTS and NatureKids BC Nature Collaboration
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/burnaby-cts-and-naturekids-bc-nature-collaboration/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240609T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240609T140000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240522T204653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240612T220858Z
UID:27220-1717934400-1717941600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NELSON - Nature Walk at Kokanee Creek
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-nature-walk-at-kokanee-creek/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240609T143000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240605T162050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T173138Z
UID:27374-1717938000-1717943400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KITIMAT - Family Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kitimat-family-nature-walk/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240609T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240529T210949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T173155Z
UID:27295-1717938000-1717945200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:SALMON ARM - Pond Dipping and Water Testing
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salmon-arm-pond-dipping-and-water-testing/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240609T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240609T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240605T183710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240611T173223Z
UID:27395-1717938000-1717945200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:SALT SPRING - Seashore Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salt-spring-seashore-explorations/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240611T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240611T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240522T201955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T153927Z
UID:27216-1718101800-1718107200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:JERICHO - High Ground Hike
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/jericho-high-ground-hike/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240524T175732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T154039Z
UID:27257-1718445600-1718452800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:BURNABY - Get to know your streams with our Freshwater Kit!
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/burnaby-get-to-know-your-streams-with-our-freshwater-kit/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240228T204306Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T154049Z
UID:26802-1718447400-1718452800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NICOMEKL - Pond Life Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nicomekl-pond-life-exploration/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240615T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240201T172207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T154017Z
UID:26669-1718449200-1718456400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:TEXADA - Quarry Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/texada-quarry-tour/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240616T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240616T143000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240605T181730Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240619T154100Z
UID:27382-1718541000-1718548200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Father's Day Feast/ Sensory Garden
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-fathers-day-feast-sensory-garden/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240622T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240605T193900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T173546Z
UID:27394-1719050400-1719057600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:BURNABY - Freshwater Explorations at Byrne Creek
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/burnaby-freshwater-explorations-at-byrne-creek/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240622T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240622T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240605T202428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240624T173559Z
UID:27404-1719050400-1719061200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:MERRITT - Weed Pull Challenge!
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-weed-pull-challange/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240628T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240628T160000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240619T201605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T152750Z
UID:27514-1719583200-1719590400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:SALT SPRING - Is Cusheon Creek Healthy?
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salt-spring-is-cusheon-creek-healthy/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240629T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240629T163000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240625T190010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240703T152759Z
UID:27596-1719673200-1719678600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:QUALICUM - Seaside Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/qualicum-seaside-adventure/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240706T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240706T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240621T180526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240706T181148Z
UID:27569-1720260000-1720267200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NELSON - Kootenay Gallery Broom Bash
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-kootenay-gallery-broom-bash/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240706T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240706T163000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240625T190427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T153421Z
UID:27605-1720278000-1720283400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:QUALICUM - Seaside Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/qualicum-seaside-adventure-2/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240707T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240707T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240620T194039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240710T153443Z
UID:27543-1720346400-1720353600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:Delta - Catch The Rain!
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/delta-catch-the-rain/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240713T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240713T110000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240327T192409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T164633Z
UID:27059-1720861200-1720868400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KELOWNA - Sand Castle Building
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kelowna-sand-castle-building/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240713T095000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240713T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240703T162605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T164614Z
UID:27722-1720864200-1720872000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - A Bat-tastic Morning at Copley Community Orchard!
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-a-bat-tastic-morning-at-copley-community-orchard/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240714T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240714T150000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240703T174303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240716T164649Z
UID:27731-1720962000-1720969200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KITIMAT - Wild Safety
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kitimat-wild-safety/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240720T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240720T133000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240626T202741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240720T230447Z
UID:27647-1721473200-1721482200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VERNON - Powerful Pollinators
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vernon-powerful-pollinators/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240720T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240720T143000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240626T225918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240720T230457Z
UID:27687-1721479500-1721485800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:SURREY - Nature Exploration & Games
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/surrey-nature-exploration-games/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240722T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240722T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240703T192103Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240724T164908Z
UID:27753-1721644200-1721649600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:TEXADA - Low Tide Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/texada-low-tide-exploration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240621T172942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T143742Z
UID:27560-1722074400-1722081600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KAMLOOPS - Earthkids Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kamloops-earthkids-adventure/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240727T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240727T130000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240628T154047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T143749Z
UID:27715-1722074400-1722085200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:BURNABY - Summer Treasure Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/burnaby-summer-treasure-hunt/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240728T123000
DTSTAMP:20260506T000830
CREATED:20240719T143444Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240731T143757Z
UID:28113-1722164400-1722169800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:COWICHAN VALLEY - Pond Dipping
DESCRIPTION:Join Salt Spring NatureKids to observe and count birds in the Beddis Beach area and contribute to Citizen Science. At the beach we are sure to see several species of waterbirds\, grebes\, and possibly loons. We’ll set up a special scope by which to view them.Hiking back into the orchard we’ll count sparrows\, woodpeckers\, blackbirds\, finches\, kinglets\, and you name it. Raptors!We’ll share tips on using your binoculars effectively. Perhaps you might like to learn to use the Merlin app! We’ll do an ebird for this count and will make sure to submit our count numbers to Birds Canada where they can be used in scientific research.When: December 30th \, from 1 – 3p mWhere: Kathleen and Heather will meet you at the beginning of the path to BeddisBeachBring: Binoculars and bird guides. (We do have a few binoculars to lend out.)Wear warm clothing and good footwear\, even rain gear should it be necessary.Rain or shine the birds will be there!Please register with Kathleen: khmaser@shaw.ca     
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/cowichan-valley-pond-dipping/
CATEGORIES:Previous Events
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