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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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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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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
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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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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220917T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220917T120000
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SUMMARY:VANCOUVER - Yew Lake Trail Explorations
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a hike of the Yew Lake Trail in West Vancouver. The approximately 2 km\, predominantly level\, trail passes through meadows\, wetlands and old-growth forests. We’ll stop to identify some of the main trees and plants along the path\, and search for some very unusual plants! Fortunately we have Nature Mentors Gail Ross and Lyn Grants to help us discover the many unique features of this beautiful area. \nRegister here. \nGail and Lyn are both Board of Directors members of the Friends of Cypress Provincial Park. Gail worked for 33 years for BC Parks\, predominantly in the field of interpretation. She also ran the Prince George NatureKids club for over 10 years. Lyn Grants is the Past President of the Friends of Cypress\, has been a teacher\, and is a Friend and active member of the UBC Botanical Garden. \nMeeting Location and Parking: Black Mountain Lodge at Cypress Provincial Park\, where there is (free) parking lot. See maps below. \nTransit: Unfortunately\, there is no public transit to our meeting spot at Cypress Provincial Park. \nWhat to wear: \nLayered clothing\nSturdy\, close toed walking shoes\nDress for the weather. \nWhat to bring:\nWater\nSnacks\nCamera
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-yew-lake-trail-explorations/
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T165650Z
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SUMMARY:MERRITT - Spius Creek Fish Hatchery Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour of the Spius Creek Fish Hatchery. We will learn about the differences between coho and chinook salmon and what it takes to produce hatchery fish. This event only has space for 15 kids\, so make sure to register in advance!\n\nLocation: Spius Creek Fish Hatchery – 2857 Prospect Creek Road \n  \nRSVP to merritt@naturekidsbc.ca \n  \nWe will have a limit of 15 kids for this event. Please register in advance.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-spius-creek-fish-hatchery-tour/
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T165736Z
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SUMMARY:KAMLOOPS - Children's Art Festival // Swing by and say hi!
DESCRIPTION:We will have a booth at the Children’s Art Festival. We’ll be at a table along with the Kamloops Naturalists Club and the Thompson-Nicola Conservation Collaborative. Feel free to come by and say hi! And let your littles ones colour a mask to celebrate the theme of Rivers and Rainbows! \nFull event program: https://kamloopsarts.ca/program/childrens-art-festival/ \nLocation: Riverside Park (100 Lorne St\, Kamloops)
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kamloops-childrens-art-festival-swing-by-and-say-hi/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220918T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220918T150000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220920T165712Z
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SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - Shoreline Clean-up // OPEN INVITATION TO ALL CLUBS!
DESCRIPTION:Help clean up Lynn Creek! Learn about local streams and help clean up the park. \n\n\n\n\n\nParticipate in this national cleanup event to keep shorelines clean! We will go for a walk to 30 Foot Pool\, learning about local plants and streams along the way. We will also be cleaning up the park and collecting garbage and recyclables. Please bring work gloves if you have them. \nRegister here. We’ll meet at the entrance to the Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre. \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.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-shoreline-clean-up/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220924T100000
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CREATED:20220823T233536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T002500Z
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SUMMARY:EASTERN FRASER VALLEY - Forest to River Bear & Salmon Education
DESCRIPTION:Join NatureKids BC and Bear Educator Lydia Koot from Hope Mountain Black Bear Committee as we discover the wonders of spawning salmon in our local rivers and the bears that rely on these fish to survive. We will also have a presentation on bear awareness and how we can co-exist with these beautiful creatures. \nLocation: Vedder River Spawning Channel – Lickman Road Entrance \nRSVP to efv@naturekidsbc.ca
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/eastern-fraser-valley-forest-to-river-bear-salmon-education/
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T002648Z
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SUMMARY:TRI-CITIES - RiverFest Quayside Festival // Swing by and say hi!
DESCRIPTION:2022 RiverFest Quayside Festival\n\nSwing by our demonstration table and say hi. And check out the full schedule of events here for our annual RiverFest festival along the New Westminster quay.\n\nAdmission is free all weekend at the FRDC in our Family Fun Zone presented by Loren Nancke. Play your way through the river with games\, demonstrations and crafts!\nCatch live musical performances throughout the day and marvel at the Lucille Johnstone Workboat Parade\nStroll along the boardwalk for our Exhibitor Expo and Arts Council of New West market where exhibitors will share their expertise\, skills\, and wares.\nTake a free guided Quayside Tour presented by Parkland to learn about the biodiversity\, commerce\, and culture going on around us! For all ages.\nHead up to Sapperton Park where The Vancouver Wooden Boat Society will have an open house with activities and wooden boat display.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/tri-cities-riverfest-quayside-festival/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220924T110000
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CREATED:20220916T171753Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T002630Z
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SUMMARY:KELOWNA - Trees of the Okanagan
DESCRIPTION:We will explore the significance of trees and forests and learn how trees contribute beyond their living years. \nWe’ll meet at the Environmental Education Centre for the Okanagan’s outdoor classroom. And then we will go for a walk to and find materials to make wands and crowns. \nBring snacks and water. And dress for the weather. This program will be held outside rain or shine.
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kelowna-trees-of-the-okanagan/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T143000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T002541Z
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SUMMARY:RIDGE MEADOWS - Rivers Day Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Ridge Meadows Rivers Day Celebration \nJoin us to celebrate BC River’s Day at ALLCO Park in partnership with the Alouette River Management Society (ARMS). We’ll have a demonstration table and there will be live entertainment\, carnival games\, face painting\, food and much more! \nLocation: ALLCO Park –13255 Alouette Rd\, Maple Ridge
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/ridge-meadows-rivers-day-celebration/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220925T150000
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CREATED:20220826T174936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T002518Z
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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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