Posts by Nature Kids
Christmas Bird Count for Kids – Calgary 2022
Saturday, Dec 17 in Calgary
Read MoreENC Speaker Series: The Bird Lady
Recorded Presentation
Speaker: Merilyn Simonds
Host: Edmonton Nature Club
#CreatingConnection – Surprise Sparrow Nest
The wonder of discovery. You never know when or where you might make an astonishing nature discovery! In the summer of 2021, Nature Alberta and Edmonton’s Root for Trees teamed up for a family-friendly tree-planting event in a grassy field adjoining a neighbourhood development. Arriving on site early to set up, Nature Alberta Program Coordinator…
Read More#CreatingConnection – New Home, New Experiences, New Connections
New home, new experiences, new connections. Those of us who grew up in Alberta are fortunate enough to have a connection with nature that we might take for granted. Even in urban centres, you’re never too far from a park or wooded area to explore. We grew up learning which wild-growing berries were okay to…
Read More#CreatingConnection – Erin’s Story
Kids who love nature become adults who protect nature. “My kids love Family Nature Nights! My six-year-old twins have participated for two summers and always ask why it can’t run all year long! I love the opportunity to see different city parks, which I otherwise might not make the effort to visit. The kids learn…
Read More#CreatingConnection – Nick’s Story
Volunteering inspires Nick’s own passion for nature as he shares it with others. “As a freelance writer, photographer, and educator focused heavily on Alberta’s natural history, volunteering with Nature Alberta has provided ample opportunities to follow my interests and develop my skills while helping spread knowledge and awareness of nature in this province. I’ve been a…
Read More#CreatingConnection – Doris’ Story
Doris’ wonderfully unique donation to Family Nature Nights is sure to inspire a lifelong love of nature for dozens of kids. “I have been an avid shed hunter for the past two decades. Finding a shed antler is an exhilarating experience. I always meant to photograph them where they lay, covered in moss and mud,…
Read More#CreatingConnection – Valerie’s Story
Valerie’s experience with Nature Kids helped steer the course of her career. “I have been volunteering with Nature Kids since the summer of 2015. Since my first summer Family Nature Night, I was hooked. At the time, I was a graduate student pursuing a PhD in land reclamation, and having the opportunity to share my passion…
Read MoreRed Deer River Naturalists Present: The Birds and the Genes with Danika Schramm
Come learn about how events of the past and present shape the genetics of bird populations with November’s Red Deer River Naturalists Speaker of the Month.
Nov 24, 7:00 pm at Kerry Wood Nature Centre
Read MoreHelen Schuler Travel Series Special Event Volunteers
Helen Schuler Nature Centre
Volunteer Opportunity
Deadline Nov 24 and Dec 8