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SUMMARY:MERRITT - Hibernation\, Brumation and Migration!
DESCRIPTION:The BC wildlife Park will be joining us at the Lower Nicola Hall for a morning to learn all about hibernation\, brumation\, and migration.\n\nThe outreach program does travel safely with live animals\, which is always a hit for everyone!\n\nTo register email merritt@naturekidsbc.ca\nThis event is for NatureKids BC members. Become a member today! \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/merritt-hibernation-brumation-and-migration/
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SUMMARY:SALT SPRING ISLAND - Birding in the winter? Its' the best!
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Xwaaqwu’um\, (Burgoyne Provincial Park) on the afternoon of Dec. 3\, to see water birds down in the Bay and hawks up in the meadows. Of course\, many of our regular species will be out too\, even possibly\, the spectacular Red-breasted Sapsucker. If birding is new to you and your family\, so much the better! \nWhen: Sunday\, December 3\, 1 – 3 pm \nWhere: At the Outdoor classroom\, with the displays of indigenous culture\, located beside the upper parking lot and above the Government wharf. \nWhat to bring: Warm clothing\, boots and binoculars. Kathleen has 3 pairs of cool kids’ binoculars to lend out! \nPre-register and get information about where to meet by contacting Club Leader Kathleen at khmaser@shaw.ca. \nThis event is for NatureKids BC members. Become a member today! \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salt-spring-island-birding-in-the-winter-its-the-best/
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SUMMARY:WILDROOTS - Late fall fungal diversity!
DESCRIPTION:Who is still making spores? This is an introduction to late fall fungal diversity. Down to the leaf litter\, on logs\, on twigs or wood chips\, a lot of fungi (including mushrooms) are still very active and producing millions of spores before the winter sets slow down their activity. December is an uncertain month for mushrooms\, this year (2023) seems to be a mild late fall\, so we have a good chance of finding them. In case of frost\, we will have to look a bit harder\, but with more eyes\, we always find more fungi! \nFeatured nature mentor – Ludovic Le Renard: Ludo studied fungi for his PhD dissertation which he defended at UBC in 2019. He worked as a researcher at UBC until 2021\, and then worked for a startup developing medicines from mushrooms for the last two years. He is an active member of the Vancouver Mycological Society and loves sharing his passion for these overlooked organisms. \nClick here to register! \nThis event is for NatureKids BC members. Become a member today! \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/wildroots-late-fall-fungal-diversity/
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DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231209T120000
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SUMMARY:COMOX VALLEY - Dinosaur and Fossil Exploration
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Courtenay Museum for a special indoor explorer day! Learn all about prehistoric Vancouver Island and see fossil specimens up close. \nSpaces are limited\, to register email comox@naturekidsbc.ca \nThis event is for NatureKids BC members. Become a member today! \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/comox-valley-dinosaur-and-fossil-exploration/
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SUMMARY:PRINCE GEORGE - Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:The days are shorter\, the weather is cooler\, and Christmas is just around the corner… it is time for the Annual Christmas Bird Count for Kids! \nJoin members from the Prince George Naturalist Club and Prince George NaturewhKids Club leaders for a fun morning of Citizen Science. Come ready to learn about birds and see how many feathered friends we can spot – the ultimate I-Spy game! With the help of the PG Naturalists we will write down all the bird species we see and tally up the results to submit them to Birds Canada. While we discuss our findings enjoy a cup of hot chocolate! \nLocation: Cottonwood Island Park\, Meet at the Picnic shelter (parking lot beside the forest/railway museum) \nTime: 10:30am – noon’ish \nPlease dress for the weather – it may be cool. Wear warm cloths and boots – ice grippers may be good! \nTo register please email princegeorge@naturekidsbc.ca \nThis event is for NatureKids BC members. Become a member today! \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/prince-george-christmas-bird-count/
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SUMMARY:NORTH VANCOUVER - Creating with Nature
DESCRIPTION:Our wildly popular event is back! Learn the art of needle felting while creating simple animals\, plants\, and fungi out of wool. \nRegister here: https://ecologycentre.zaui.net/booking/web/#/default/activity/60? \nThis event is for NatureKids BC members. Become a member today! \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/north-vancouver-creating-with-nature/
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SUMMARY:NICOMEKL - Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Come out for a morning of outdoor adventure as we learn about and count the\nbirdlife at Blackie Spit! You will learn how to use optics\, how to identify some commonly\nseen species of birds\, and take part in North America’s longest-running Citizen Science project. \nPlease pre-register as early as you can. \n(Note: This event is also open to local school children\nand their parents.)\nMeeting location/parking: Blackie Spit\, 3136 McBride\, Crescent Beach\, Surrey \nTo register please email nicomekl@naturekidsbc.ca \nThis event is for NatureKids BC members. Become a member today! \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/nicomekl-christmas-bird-count/
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SUMMARY:KAMLOOPS - Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:Rich Doucette\, from the Kamloops Naturalist Club\, has graciously agreed to lead the event again this year. He was a big hit with the kids last year\, so this will be another great event! \nFor more information and to register for this event email kamloops@naturekidsbc.ca  \nThis event is for NatureKids BC members. Become a member today! \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/kamloops-christmas-bird-count/
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SUMMARY:SALMON ARM - Christmas Bird Count for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Join Salmon Arm NatureKids BC and Nature Mentor John Woods to learn all about birds! Let’s see what types of birds spend the winter in the area. Take part in a community science bird count\, make new friends and have fun! \nDate: Sunday\, December 10\, 2023\nTime: 1-3pm\nLocation: Salmon Arm Bay foreshore (meet at outhouse parking lots\, west end\, down the road from CSRD) \nPlease dress warmly. Bring binoculars if you have them. \nFor questions about this event please reach out to salmonarm@naturekidsbc.ca\n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salmon-arm-christmas-bird-count-for-kids-2/
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SUMMARY:VANCOUVER- Christmas Bird Count for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Calling all young birders! Join us in Stanley Park alongside other families and experts for the “Christmas Bird Count”\, Birds Canada’s popular annual winter bird survey event.  This event is for all children\, no matter what you celebrate this time of year! After a quick introduction to bird identification where you’ll learn to tell your kinglets from kingfishers\, we will split into groups and head to the forest and foreshore for a 75-minute bird counting adventure. All your hard work will be celebrated when we regroup at the Nature House on Lost Lagoon to share findings and refreshments. This program is a collaboration of efforts and volunteers from Birds Canada\, Nature Kids BC\, and Stanley Park Ecology Society. \nClick here to register!  \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/vancouver-christmas-bird-count-for-kids-2/
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SUMMARY:TRICITIES - Como Lake Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a 1km nature walk along Como Lake while we look for birds! Get outside\, make new friends and have fun!\n\n\nAccessibility Info:\nThere are washrooms and parking at the park.\nThe walking trail is flat and unpaved.\n\n\nTo register please email tricities@naturekidsbc.ca\nThis event is for NatureKids BC members. Become a member today! \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/tricities-como-lake-scavenger-hunt/
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UID:26276-1702731600-1702738800@naturekidsbc.ca
SUMMARY:VICTORIA- Christmas Bird Count for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Calling all young birders! Drop in between 1-3 pm Beckwith Park in Saanich.  Meet near the restrooms adjacent to the parking lot for a guided walk in the park! Last walk starts at 2:30. Questions?  Contact cbc4kids@rpbo.org \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/victoria-christmas-bird-count-for-kids-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231231T130000
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SUMMARY:SALT SPRING ISLAND - Christmas Bird Count for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Young birders – here’s a chance for you to participate in North America’s longest running Citizen Science project! Xwaaqw’um has shorebirds\, wetland birds\, and birds of the forest and open areas. Hawks and raptors will be found! We’ll be counting birds of all the species we can identify\, tabulating the results and submitting our list to BirdsCanada. You may be partnered with an experienced birder and Kathleen has a few pairs of binoculars you might like to try. We will be covering at least 2 km of trails. \n\nWhere: Xwaaqw’um (Burgoyne Provincial Park) Meet at the First Nations’ Circle near the upper parking lot\nWhen: New Year’s Eve! Dec. 31\, 2023 from 1 – 3 pm\nWhat to bring: Binoculars\, and wear boots and warm clothes. \nTo register please email khmaser@shaw.ca. \nThis event is for NatureKids BC members. Become a member today! \n 
URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/salt-spring-island-christmas-bird-count-for-kids/
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