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SUMMARY:BURNABY - Explore All Things Green
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore the protected wetland habitat of Minnekhada Regional Park. We’ll be looking for all things green and if we’re lucky spot one (or many) very special guest(s). Flat\, accessible trails with minimal elevation gain will be stuck to. \nLocation: Minnekhada Regional Park – 4000 Quarry Rd \nRSVP to burnaby@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/burnaby-explore-all-things-green/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220621T183607Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T202245Z
UID:14243-1657357200-1657368000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:MERRITT - Weed Warriors
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our annual knapweed blitz and knapweed biocontrol bug collection demonstration! Lunch\, refreshments and prizes will be provided. Everyone is welcome to help us protect our rare grassland ecosystems. \n  \nLocation: Lundbom Commonage \n  \nRSVP to merritt@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-weed-warriors/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T202531Z
UID:14271-1657360800-1657368000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:BULKLEY VALLEY - Pond Dipping at Tyhee
DESCRIPTION:Join us in partnership with A Rocha Houston for a fun morning of pond dipping at Tyhee Lake and discover the bugs that enjoy the water just as much as us! Meet by the playground\, and don’t forget to bring a picnic lunch to enjoy after our activities. \nLocation: Tyhee Lake – Tyhee Rd\, Telkwa\, V0J 2X0 \nRSVP: bulkleyvalley@naturekidsbc.ca 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/bulkley-valley-pond-dipping-at-tyhee/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T120000
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CREATED:20220429T211621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T202844Z
UID:13898-1657364400-1657368000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - The Story of Herring - Interactive Puppet Show
DESCRIPTION:The Story of Herring  – With Hope the Humpback Whale  ~ An interactive\, musical program with puppets\, procession and herring props. \nWe will become the “herring school” and go on a journey out to sea\, then play “musical fish” to learn about the importance of Pacific Herring in the ocean food web. Also learn about the importance of Provincial Marine Parks and Protected Areas for Sponge Glass Reef protection\, wildlife habitat and conservation. \n\nSponsored by the Elders Council for Parks in BC\nGlass Sponge Reef educational material donated by Nature Kids BC\nCD Music by the North Shore Celtic Ensemble\n\n* Suitable for children age 5- 7 years or K-Gr.2.   Younger and older siblings welcome. \nLocation: Parkgate Library  (3675 Banff Ct\, North Vancouver) \nRegister here: https://nvdpl.ca/node/5507/register
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-the-story-of-herring-interactive-puppet-show/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220705T222016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T203029Z
UID:14338-1657371600-1657375200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VICTORIA - Wall Lizard Hunting with Dr. Gavin Hanke
DESCRIPTION:Did you know that lizards don’t only live in hot\, arid places like the desert? In BC\, we have lizards in our backyards! Join our Nature Mentor Dr. Gavin Hanke\, the curator of vertebrate zoology at the BC Museum\, as we learn about wall lizards!  Gavin will share his knowledge of wall lizards with us by teaching us about their habitat\, biology and favourite hiding places. Don’t forget good hiking shoes\, and let’s go lizard hunting!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nLocation: Mount Tolmie – Meet at the top parking lot \nRSVP:  HERE \nTo learn more about Gavin’s fantastic work at the BC Museum\, check out this link!\nhttps://staff.royalbcmuseum.bc.ca/author/rbcm_ghanke/
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/victoria-wall-lizard-hunting-with-gavin-hanke-from-the-bc-museum/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220709T153000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220419T211951Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T202932Z
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SUMMARY:LANGLEY - Paper Airplane Competition
DESCRIPTION:Registration is now open for our 2nd Paper Airplane Competition!  \nWe will provide instructions on how to build a few paper airplane examples for different abilities. Airplanes can be any design but need to be made of one piece of paper. All children entrants will receive a participation prize. There will be prizes for the best 3 designs. \nLocation: Buckley Park\, Langley City. Buckley park is attached to Hi-Knoll Park\, which is a great forest park\, and also walking distance to Penzer Park\, the largest parkour park in Canada\, so there is a lot to explore once your child has competed and you are waiting for the results. \n– Open to families with children aged 3+\n– The competition will take place between 1-3pm with winners announced between 3:00-3:30pm\n– This is an outdoor event \nClick here to register your family for this FREE event!
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/langley-paper-airplane-competition/
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T203144Z
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SUMMARY:NELSON - Family Fishing Day at Cottonwood Lake
DESCRIPTION:Let’s discover fishing at Cottonwood Lake! \nWe will meet with educators from the Freshwater Fisheries Society for a fun\, hands-on introduction to fishing. We’ll learn the basics of freshwater fishing including fish identification\, ethics\, tackle\, rod rigging\, casting\, and hands-on fishing. All gear and instruction is provided. Learn more about our mentors here: www.gofishbc.com \nRSVP to nelson@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-family-fishing-day-at-cottonwood-lake/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220712T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220712T123000
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CREATED:20220705T204712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220712T203236Z
UID:14332-1657623600-1657629000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:MISSION - Explore Heritage Park
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we discover creatures BIG and small! We will spend the day wandering through the trails to learn about local wildlife and create an animal-inspired sculpture out of clay. Ending off the day with a fun scavenger hunt! \nLocation: Fraser River Heritage Park – 7494 Mary St \nRSVP to mission@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/mission-explore-heritage-park/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220629T000809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T020846Z
UID:14285-1657965600-1657972800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:EASTERN FRASER VALLEY - Canoeing Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a day of canoeing! Bring your own canoe or borrow one of ours. As we explore nature from the water\, we will learn basic paddling skills and water safety. This event has limited spots\, so RSVP your spot early! \nLocation: Hope Slough\, Chilliwack \nRSVP to efv@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/eastern-fraser-valley-canoeing-adventure/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220716T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220716T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220517T233238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T021024Z
UID:14018-1657983600-1657987200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:TRI-CITIES - Fairy Forest Walk
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an exploration of beautiful Minnekhada Regional Park. We’ll be guided by Nature mentor Natasha Beauregard from the Burnaby Park Association. And there will be some forest fairies on hand ;). Come and walk with us and meet some forest dwellers\, magical and real. And you are all welcome and encouraged to dress up as your favorite forest creature – our leader and mentor will come in costume. \nTo RSVP please email tricities@naturekidsbc.ca with the number of attendees from your family.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/tri-cities-summer-nature-walk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220717T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220717T130000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220420T195307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220720T021215Z
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS- Fishing Fun for Everyone!
DESCRIPTION:Family Fun Fishing Day \nThere is this amazing program and collaboration Nature Kids is doing with Fresh Water Fisheries Society of BC\, teaching our kids how to fish! \nWe will get 45 min of instruction and then we’ll have 1.5 hours of fishing time in their fully stocked fishing ponds! Day will Include information about their organization\, fish identification\, how to properly handle a fish\, basic tackle and casting lessons\, and safety and a guided fishing time at our stocked ponds. \nLocation: Onsite at their fishery ponds (which are fully stocked ensuring a few catches!) 34345 VYE ROAD\, ABBOTSFORD\, BC \nCost: $10 / per child \nDetails: This day will be held rain or shine and run fully outdoors. With fully covered picnic bench seating area and access to a port-a-potty\, down at the ponds. \nPlease RSVP your attendance to ridgemeadows@naturekidsbc.ca and include the number of adults and children attending. Payment will be collected the day of the event by the organization\, not Nature Kids. \nCheck out this link for more details about the program https://www.gofishbc.com/How-to-Fish.aspx#fishing-programs \nPhoto credit: Jenni Stol
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-fishing-fun-for-everyone/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220720T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220715T210637Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220721T005902Z
UID:14483-1658311200-1658318400@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KELOWNA - Indigenous Plants & Medicine
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore Kalamalka Indigenous Garden! We will learn about the beautiful plants that grow around the Okanagan\, their impact\, and their uses in medicine. \nLocation: Kalamalka Indigenous Garden – 7000 College Way \nRSVP Carmen at kelowna@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kelowna-indigenous-plants-medicine/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220722T110000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220715T211302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T014941Z
UID:14485-1658484000-1658487600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KELOWNA - All About Owls
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we learn more about owls! Get a chance to learn about the role owls play in regulating the wildlife population\, how large they can grow\, and even get an opportunity to dissect some of their pellets! \nLocation: Mission Creek Park – 2363 Springfield Rd \nRSVP Carmen at kelowna@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kelowna-all-about-owls/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220723T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220723T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220720T025335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T015052Z
UID:14532-1658570400-1658577600@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:TEXADA - Low Tide Treasure Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we learn how to safely find and observe nature’s treasures of the low intertidal zone with Kaylee! \nLocation: Cox Lagoon\, Texada Island \nRSVP to texada@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/texada-low-tide-treasure-hunt/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220726T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220726T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220715T204219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T015312Z
UID:14488-1658829600-1658836800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KELOWNA - Syilx Land Tour With The RDCO
DESCRIPTION:Join us along with RDCO as we tour Syilx land. We will learn from Krystal Withakay about indigenous values\, the land’s role\, and its cultural significance to the Syilx people. \nLocation: Goats Peak – 2990 Seclusion Bay Rd \nRegister here:  RDCO Events \nOr for more info\, contact Carmen at kelowna@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kelowna-syilx-land-tour-with-the-rdco/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220726T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220726T160000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220720T025550Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T015354Z
UID:14534-1658844000-1658851200@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:TEXADA - Pebble Sort & Explore
DESCRIPTION:Join Ravyn to find pebbles and group them into broad geology groups as we explore Shelter Point. Learn how to identify different groups\, and what makes them special! \nLocation: Shelter Point\, Texada Island \nRSVP to texada@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/texada-pebble-sort-explore/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220726T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220726T193000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220715T201709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220727T015438Z
UID:14496-1658858400-1658863800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Let's find Megalopae!
DESCRIPTION:Join us with False Creek Friends as we learn about some of the weird and wonderful species in our local waters\, how scientists collect data in awkward places like the ocean\, how to use the iNaturalist App\, and how to pronounce megalopae (Dungeness Crab Larvae). By attracting these crabs and other species through a light trap\, we will collect data about the health and wellbeing of the Salish Sea. We are excited that our findings will be part of a province-wide project\, The Sentinels of Change Light Trap Project! \nRemember to bring shoes with good grip as we will be on a wharf\, a Personal Flotation Device (PFD) for your child(ren) (optional)\, and a cellphone to use the iNaturalist app if you have one (if not\, we will have one for you to use). \nLocation: Heather Civic Marina\, 600 Stamps Landing\, east side of False Creek \nRegister here. \nOr email vancouver@naturekidsbc.ca for more info. \nThis Explorer Day may be best suited for children ages 7+\, but all ages are welcome\, including teens. \nThis Explorer Day will be limited to a maximum of 12 children.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-lets-find-megalopae/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220730T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220730T103000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220715T205533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220801T205344Z
UID:14490-1659169800-1659177000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KELOWNA - Who's Singing on the Greenway
DESCRIPTION:Join us with RDCO as we uncover the mystery of the bird song. We will learn why birds sing and how to identify the bird based on its song. \nLocation: Mission Creek \nRegister here:  RDCO Events \nOr for more info\, contact Carmen at kelowna@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kelowna-whos-singing-on-the-greenway/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220806T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220806T123000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220712T201858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T162928Z
UID:14460-1659780000-1659789000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:MERRITT - Radical Reptiles
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we learn all about native reptiles! The BC Wildlife Park will be meeting us at the Lower Nicola Hall to teach us about the incredibly diverse number of native snakes and reptiles that call British Columbia home. \n  \nLocation: Lower Nicola Hall \n  \nRSVP to merritt@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-radical-reptiles/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220807T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220807T140000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220606T053043Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220808T163049Z
UID:14116-1659877200-1659880800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:TRI-CITIES - Where does our food come from?
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and educational tour of an organic garden and learn about planting and harvesting. Lori Greyell\, Organic Master Gardner & Educator will be our mentor.\n\nLocation: Port Moody Police Community Garden\n\nRSVP to tricities@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/tri-cities-where-does-our-food-come-from/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220715T202751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T175238Z
UID:14492-1660384800-1660392000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:KELOWNA - Trail Tour & Salmon Talk
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we tour Allan Brooks Nature Centre and talk about salmon. We will learn about habitat conservation\, the importance of salmon\, and the work being done at the centre! \nLocation: Allan Brooks Nature Centre – 250 Allan Brooks Way \nRSVP Carmen at kelowna@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kelowna-trail-tour-salmon-talk/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220813T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220813T120000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220802T214241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T175609Z
UID:14577-1660384800-1660392000@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:BULKLEY VALLEY - Adventures in the Wilderness
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an engaging morning of learning to be safe while adventuring in the wilderness. Special guests from Houston’s Search and Rescue Team will teach us how to be safe while enjoying the great outdoors before an educational puppet show and an adventure walk with our local SARS team.\n \nLocation: Houston Nature Center \nRSVP: bulkleyvalley@naturekidsbc.ca  \nPlease let us know if you are planning on coming as we have a limit of 24 participants.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/adventures-in-the-wilderness/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220813T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220813T131500
DTSTAMP:20260504T231349
CREATED:20220806T214452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220815T175849Z
UID:14654-1660392900-1660396500@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Be a Sea Star!
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Stanley Park to explore the intertidal zone! Start off by learning about beach etiquette to ensure that we do not harm any of the creatures that struggle to survive in this challenging environment. Next\, checklists will be provided to collect information about flora and fauna usually covered by water. A health check on barnacles and mussels that were hit so hard during last year’s heat dome will also be done. \nLocation: Lumberman’s Beach\, Stanley Park \nRSVP here. \nOr email vancouver@naturekidsbc.ca for more info. \nRemember to bring footwear with good grip as rocks can get slippery\, sunscreen\, and a hat! \nFor families who are interested\, we’ll meet at 11:45 for a ’bring your own lunch’ picnic in the park across from the Splash Park. There is a concession stand there as well.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-be-a-sea-star/
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - All About Amphibians and KEEPS Open House
DESCRIPTION:Join us and Kanaka Education & Environmental Partnership Society (KEEPS) at Kanaka Creek Regional Park for an open house and amphibian session. Tour the grounds\, meet the team and learn about the amazing amphibians around us.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-17/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220817T150000
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SUMMARY:KELOWNA - Wild Water Critters
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we learn about all the wild and wonderful critters that live in our waters. Take a closer look as we discover caddisflies\, water striders\, and more! \nLocation: Bertram Creek Regional Park \nRSVP Carmen at kelowna@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kelowna-wild-water-critters/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220903T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220903T120000
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SUMMARY:TEXADA - Forest Forage
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore Emily Lake Trails with Lizetta and learn about local foraging opportunities\, mushrooms and more! \nLocation: Emily Lake Trail\, Texada Island \nRSVP to texada@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/texada-forest-forage/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220910T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220910T120000
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SUMMARY:NELSON - Explore Kokanee Creek
DESCRIPTION:Join us as we explore the Kokanee Creek Nature Centre and we learn from the naturalists about spawning channels\, kokanee\, and all the other local animals. from identification to what makes the life-cycle of Kokanee so special\, this day is bound to be filled with fun! \nLocation: Kokanee Creek Nature Centre \nRSVP here or contact nelson@naturekidsbc.ca for more info.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nelson-explore-kokanee-creek/
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SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Helping out an Orchard
DESCRIPTION:Helping out at Copley Community Orchard  \nWe’ll meet at the Copley Community Orchard\, a 1.2 acre organic orchard in east Vancouver. The orchard is a haven of fruit trees\, berry bushes and other perennial plants\, as well as having a Seed Pantry and Library and mason bee houses\, that all create a beautiful and productive community hub. Volunteers maintain the orchard and provide educational workshops. Our guide\, Tanya\, will take us for a tour of the property and then we’ll do some light weeding to help keep the orchard healthy. We’ll also be able to take some fruit home with us! \nCopley Community Orchard is a non-profit society run 100% by volunteers. \nMeeting location: The orchard is situated between Walker St. and Copley St\, and Vanness Ave. and East 19th Ave. See map. Parking is available on Walker St. \nTransit: The Nanaimo skytrain station is close by. The #7 Nanaimo St. bus stops close by as well. \nWashrooms can be found at the Trout Lake Concession at E. 19th and Marshall St\, about a 5 to 7 minute walk. See map. \nWhat you’ll need: \n* Wear clothes that you don’t mind getting dirty. \n* Dress for the weather – we’ll go in light rain. \n* Wear closed-toed shoes. \n* Although there are gardening gloves for adults available at the orchard\, there are none for children\, so pls bring your own if you have some\, and some to share if you have more than you need. \n* A yoghurt size container for your fruit. \nRegister here. \n  \nAlso\, the orchard has a food sharing box. Feel free to bring some food\, either packaged or fresh (nothing that needs to be refrigerated)\, for people in the neighbourhood who use this community service.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-helping-out-an-orchard/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220911T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220911T123000
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CREATED:20220606T055005Z
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Bear Aware // CANCELLED
DESCRIPTION:Due to some unforeseen scheduling conflicts we need to cancel the event this weekend. We appreciate your understanding for the last minute cancellation. We will reschedule for a later date – so stay tuned! \n____________ \nJoin us and learn all about bears – and especially how to minimize both bear attractants as well as negative interactions with our furry friends. \nLocation: Albion Park – 24460 104th Ave \nRSVP to ridgemeadows@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-bear-aware/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220911T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220911T150000
DTSTAMP:20260504T231350
CREATED:20220907T014435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220912T223902Z
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SUMMARY:ELDER'S COUNCIL FOR PARKS - Grandparent's Day Craft & Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:You are invited to join the Elder’s Council for Parks in BC for a special event to celebrate Grandparent’s Day. Join mentor and storyteller Christine Kobel as we make some nature inspired crafts. We will also enjoy an interpretive walk in the woods with a scavenger hunt for the kids. Bring your imagination! \nThis event will be held outside on the grounds at the Heritage Centre. In honour of Grandparent’s Day\, we encourage child/adult teams but everyone is welcome. \nChristine is the host of Blackfeather\, Everything Tribal on Vancouver Co-op Radio. \nEmail Heather at hfowler604@gmail.com to register for this FREE event. \nMEETING PLACE : In front of Heritage Centre (1620 Mt. Seymour Road\, North Vancouver) \nwww.elderscouncilforparks.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/elders-council-for-parks-grandparents-day-craft-scavenger-hunt/
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