What makes a wetland such a great place to enjoy and protect? Join in the discovery with hands-on exploration, pond dipping for live wetland creatures, crafts, games and more!
This series of four 2-hour classes are for home-schooled children aged 7 to 10 years. We provide nature-themed programs with games, discovery and activities which encourage science-based learning while socializing with other home learners.
Kids belong outside! Biology Buddies nature classes focus on the natural wonders around Swan Lake. Each class has a different nature theme, which we interpret through games, stories, crafts and an outside ramble. A joyful nature experience is always our goal.
Whether they migrate, hibernate or tolerate the cold season, winter wildlife have amazing ways to deal with this challenging season. Join us as we learn through crafts, games and activities how different animal species adapt to survive the winter months. Admission by donation - $5 per person suggested
Kids belong outside! Our Biology Buddies nature classes focus on the natural wonders around Swan Lake. Each class has a different nature theme, which we interpret through games, stories, crafts and an outside ramble. A joyful nature experience is always our goal. For naturalists 4-6 years old
October 2, 9, 16 & 23Wednesday 9:30-11:30am or 1:00-3:00pm Cost: Members: $72/session Non-Members: $80/session Topics: Worms, Owls, Fall Colours, Sleep Deep Call 250.479.0211 to register starting August 1st
What makes a wetland such a great place to enjoy and protect? Find out with hands-on exploration, pond dipping for live wetland creatures, crafts and games. All ages event. Admission by donation - $5 per person suggested.
A series of 2-hour classes, each exploring a different nature theme through activities, hikes, experiments and more. Nature adventures for 7-10 year olds Thursdays 1:00 to 3:00pm August 1 - Interesting InvertebratesAugust 8 - Stellar StewardshipAugust 15 - Marvelous MammalsAugust 22 - Art on the Hill (Christmas Hill hike) Members: $18/class Non-Members: $20/class
For French immersion nature enthusiasts 5-7 years old Semaine 1/Week 1 July 15 - 18Animal Life (shelters, babies, communication and tracks)/La vie animale (les abris, les bébés, la communication et les traces) Semaine 2/Week 2August 12-15Swan Lake Adventures (wetland safari, camouflage, metamorphosis, worms & dirt)/Les Aventures Swan Lake (safari, camouflage, la métamorphose, les vers et la terre) Mon-Thurs 9:30-11:30am Cost: Members: $72/session Non-Members: $80/session
These popular nature classes focus on the natural wonders around Swan Lake. Each class has a different nature theme, which we interpret through games, stories, crafts and an outside wander.
These fun and interactive natured themed programs include hands-on discovery, an outside stroll, a story and a craft.
For 3 to 5 year olds and their adult friend
Tuesdays 10:00 to 11:30pm
July 9 Terrific TurtlesJuly 16 Daring Dragonflies July 23 Dabbling DucksAugust 6 Busy Beavers August 13 Wild WoodpeckersAugust 20 Slithering Snakes Members $16.20 per adult/child pair / $5.40 for each additional child Non-Members $18/pair and / $6 additional child
