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Homeschool Science

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. For home-schooled children 7-10 years November 1, 8, 15 & 22Fridays 9:30-11:30am or 1:00-3:00pm  Cost: Members: $72/session   Non-Members: $80/session  Topics: Chemistry, Mycology (mushrooms), Biology, Paleontology Call 250.479.0211 to register starting August 1st

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Biology Buddies

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 to 6 years old

Session #1 May 1, 8, 15, 22  Themes: Insects, Great to be green (plants), Snakes, Hummingbirds

Session #2 June 5, 12, 19, 26  Themes: Beavers, Egg-cellent adventures, Ladybugs, Marshes

Wednesdays 9:30-11:30am OR 1:00 - 3:00pm

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Home-school Science

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

 

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Sierra Club BC In-school Education Programs

Our team offers environmental education programs for grade k-8 classrooms across B.C.  We visit over 150 classes a year, prioritizing wait-listed classes the following school year. All of our programs are free-of-cost. We encourage a suggested donation of $50.00 per classroom to help us keep this incredible program up and running!

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Sierra Club of BC Foundation

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NATURE, ENERGY, PEOPLE.

Sierra Club BC works to defend B.C.’s wild places and species, within the urgent context of climate change.

We advocate for a rapid shift away from fossil fuels to a low carbon, equitable economy.

We work to inspire British Columbians to value nature and to defend it. In particular, we focus on children and youth to foster environmental literacy and to encourage the environmental leaders of tomorrow.

Sierra Club BC relies on science-based research and peaceful, democratic means to advocate for change.

Ancient Forest Alliance

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The Ancient Forest Alliance (AFA) is a BC registered not-for-profit society, founded in 2010, working to protect BC’s endangered old-growth forests and to ensure a sustainable, second-growth forest industry.  The AFA works to document endangered ancient forests through photography and video; organizes hikes, rallies, and presentations; meets with key politicians and opinion leaders; organizes letter-writing and petition-drives; trains and supports local old-growth activist groups; and garners news media coverage to raise large-scale public awareness.

HCTF Education

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The Habitat Conservation Trust Foundation strongly believes education is a critical component to conservation of British Columbia's natural resources and habitats. With that in mind HCTF offers and supports a variety of exciting hands-on programs, grants, and other education initiatives, including Project WILD and Growing Up WILD, Project WET, Get Outdoors and GO Grants.  

Please visit our website at www.hctfeducation.ca to learn more...

 

 

Homeschool Science

 

Home School Science (7 to 10 years)

This series of four 2-hour classes is 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.

 

Cost $80 | Friends of the Sanctuary $60 per 4 week session. Please call the office at 250.479.0211 to register

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Biology Buddies

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.

Summer 2017 Sessions - July and August

Monday to Thursday

 

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Seaquaria in Schools

Bringing the Ocean into Schools… and Schools to the Ocean!

Seaquaria brings local marine life into the classroom to let students get up close and personal with some of their aquatic neighbours. Our goal is to build a society that cares about the environment both emotionally and in practice, and to provide the basis for enduring learning skills in an ever-changing world.

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