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
We take learning outside the classroom! This series of four 2-hour science classes is designed for home-schooled children. We provide nature-themed programs with games, discovery and activities which encourage science-based learning while socializing with other home learners. For home-schooled children 7-10 years. February - Fridays9:30-11:30am or 1:00-3:00pm 1st Geology and Archaeology 8th Ethnobotany15th Animal Behaviour22nd Geography and Mapping Cost: $72 for members $80 for non-members
Rocky Point Bird Observatory offers classroom-based programs for Grades K – 7. These curriculum-linked programs connect science with local biodiversity as we bring dry specimens and replicas right into your classroom to offer hands-on learning experiences for students. All programs include an outdoor component on school grounds to further connect students with their local environment and foster a sense of curiosity of the natural world.
Breeding Birds Level 1: Biodiversity of Local Breeding Birds (K - 3)
Friday, July 28, 8 pm to 9:30 pm OR Friday, August 25, 8 pm to 9:30 pm Check out the nightlife of Swan Lake! Sharpen your senses to look for owls, bats and other nighttime creatures. Using a grab bag of tricks we’ll discover how these animals are adapted to their nocturnal life. Suitable for families with children over 6 years. $4 each for Members / $6 each Non-Members.
Pre-registration required by calling 250-479-0211 after May 1.
- a drop-off program for kids 7 to 10 years old A series of 2-hour classes on Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30 am. Each class explores a different nature theme through activities, hikes, experiments and more.
July 7 - Magical Marsh July 14 - Hanging with Herptiles July 21 - Geological Journey July 28 - Wondrous Water
– a drop-off program for French Immersion nature enthusiasts 5 to 7 years old This series of four 2-hour classes are for children aged 5 to 7 years who are learning French. Each class features a different nature theme offering discovery, play, and lots of outdoor fun!
Semaine 1/Week 1 - Animal & Plant Movement/Le Movement
Big & Little - for 3 to 5-year-olds and their adult friend
Tuesdays, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
These fun and interactive programs include hands-on discovery, an outside ramble, a story and a craft.
July 11 - Lovely Ladybugs July 18 - Awesome Amphibians July 25 - Terrific Turtles August 1 - Outstanding Owls August 8 - Busy Beavers August 15 - Super Snakes
