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Date: July 18, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Knowing a few reliable knots can make camping tasks quicker and easier. Drop by to practice tying essential knots used for tents, tarps, and camp setups. Whether you're learning for the first time or refreshing familiar skills, this hands-on session builds practical outdoor confidence you can use right away.

Date: July 19, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Our parks are home to many different animals, whether you regard them with wonder or fear, our Discovery staff are here to help you feel safe and prepared during your visit! Drop by our Discovery station to learn more about what kind of animals you might see during your stay!

Date: July 24, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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A safe, well-built campfire can be one of the highlights of a camping trip! Visit this drop-in program to learn the basics of building, lighting, maintaining, and properly extinguishing a campfire. Discovery staff will share practical tips that help keep fires enjoyable while protecting people, campsites, and the surrounding environment.

Date: July 25, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Simple choices can help keep our beaches clean, healthy, and enjoyable for everyone. Drop by to learn how your actions support both recreation and conservation on our shorelines. Discover beach stewardship practices, easy ways to reduce your impact, and take part in an interactive activity to learn more about helping protect these special places.

Date: July 26, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Dive into the wonders of aquatic life! Grab a net and explore alongside Discovery staff as you search for creatures big and small. From tiny fairy shrimp to majestic Great Blue Herons, every discovery is worth celebrating. Don't forget to record your findings in your nature journal! All ages are welcome, though children will need support from an adult.

For safety reasons, nets will only be given to adults, who will be responsible for supervising their use.

Date: July 31, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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A safe, well-built campfire can be one of the highlights of a camping trip! Visit this drop-in program to learn the basics of building, lighting, maintaining, and properly extinguishing a campfire. Discovery staff will share practical tips that help keep fires enjoyable while protecting people, campsites, and the surrounding environment. Then stick around for some s'more making!

Date: August 2, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Put your "art eyes" on and join us in seeking out and celebrating nature's beauty. Use the frames provided to focus your attention, zoom in on a leaf or zoom out on a landscape, and then paint what you see! Nature's beauty knows no limits! All ages are welcome (with adult supervision), and no watercolour experience is necessary.

Date: August 7, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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A safe, well-built campfire can be one of the highlights of a camping trip! Visit this drop-in program to learn the basics of building, maintaining, and properly extinguishing a campfire. Discovery staff will share practical tips that help keep fires enjoyable while protecting people, campsites, and the surrounding environment. Then stick around for some s'more making!

Date: August 8, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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All living things leave signs of their presence on the land, and it takes a keen observer to notice and interpret them. Join us in discovering and interpreting the signs left behind by some of our smallest kin: insects and their relatives! Record and celebrate your discoveries in the nature journal provided. All ages are welcome, children must be accompanied by an adult.

Date: August 9, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Beauty may be in the eye of the beholder, but it's hard to deny the beauty of wildflowers. Get up close and personal with these tiny wonders, examine their colours, count their petals, and admire their shapes. Take your time, breathe in the fresh air, and let their beauty spark your creativity. Record and celebrate your discoveries in the nature journal provided! All ages are welcome, though children will need support from an adult.

Date: August 14, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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A safe, well-built campfire can be one of the highlights of a camping trip! Visit this drop-in program to learn the basics of building, lighting, maintaining, and properly extinguishing a campfire. Discovery staff will share practical tips that help keep fires enjoyable while protecting people, campsites, and the surrounding environment. Then stick around for some s'more making!

Date: August 15, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Simple choices can help keep our beaches clean, healthy, and enjoyable for everyone! Drop by our Discovery Station to learn how your actions support both recreation and conservation on our shorelines. Discover beach stewardship practices, easy ways to reduce your impact, and take part in a beach activity to learn how to help protect these special places.

Date: August 16, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Insects come in an amazing variety of shapes, colours, and sizes, and they outnumber all other animals on Earth! Join us in searching for, observing, and appreciating our insect kin with the equipment provided. Record and celebrate your discoveries in the nature journal provided. All ages are welcome, but children will need to be accompanied by an adult.

For safety reasons, nets will only be given to adults, who will be responsible for supervising their use.

Date: August 21, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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A safe, well-built campfire can be one of the highlights of a camping trip! Visit this drop-in program to learn the basics of building, lighting, maintaining, and properly extinguishing a campfire. Discovery staff will share practical tips that help keep fires enjoyable while protecting people, campsites, and the surrounding environment. Then stick around for some s'more making!

Date: August 22, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Knowing a few reliable knots can make many camping tasks quicker and easier! Drop by to practice tying essential knots used for tents, tarps, and camp setups. Whether you're learning for the first time or refreshing familiar skills, this hands-on session builds practical outdoor confidence you can use right away.

Date: August 23, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Dive into the wonders of aquatic life! Grab a net and explore alongside Discovery staff as you search for creatures big and small. From tiny shrimp to majestic Great Blue Herons, every discovery is worth celebrating. Don't forget to record your findings in your nature journal! All ages are welcome, but children will need to be accompanied by an adult.

For safety reason, nets will only be given to adults, who will be responsible for supervising their use.

Date: August 28, 2026 Time: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

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A safe, well-built campfire can be one of the highlights of a camping trip! Visit this drop-in program to learn the basics of building, lighting, maintaining, and properly extinguishing a campfire. Discovery staff will share practical tips that help keep fires enjoyable while protecting people, campsites, and the surrounding environment. Then stick around for some s'more making!

Date: August 29, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Our parks are home to many different animals, whether you regard them with wonder or fear, our Discovery staff are here to help you feel safe and prepared during your visit! Drop by our Discovery station to learn more about what kind of animals you might see during your stay!

Date: August 30, 2026 Time: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

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Simple choices can help keep our beaches clean, healthy, and enjoyable for everyone. Drop by to learn how your actions support both recreation and conservation on our shorelines. Discover beach stewardship practices, easy ways to reduce your impact, and take park in a beach activity to learn more about how to protect these special places