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Posted by Jessie_NC on Thursday, February 9, 2012 - 2:28pm.

Connect With Nature: Get Ready For Summer Camp!

Now that the winter chill has officially settled in, it’s time to grab a nice warm mug of hot cocoa and spend some time thinking about summer camp. It’s never too early to get started in planning your summertime activities!

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Posted by Emily_NC on Thursday, January 26, 2012 - 1:06pm.

Connect with Nature: Go Winter Camping

Are you looking for a new way to connect with nature this winter? Why not try winter camping! It may sound crazy, but camping at this time of year offers a unique outdoor adventure and a great opportunity to put your survival skills to the test. Winter weather can also make it easier to hike to a...

camping, national parks, provincial parks, winter

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Posted by Emily_NC on Thursday, January 12, 2012 - 3:45pm.

Connect with Nature: Go Star Gazing

There are few things that can compare to be beauty of a starry night. Star gazing is a great way to soak up Mother Nature and unwind from the hustle and bustle of our busy lives. Here are a few tips to help make the most of your star gazing experience.

connect with nature, nature walk, astronomy, national park, provincial parks

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Posted by Monica_NC on Wednesday, December 21, 2011 - 11:35am.

Family Christmas Crafts

Are you looking for a fun and creative way to pass the time between opening presents and shoveling snow? Here are two easy crafts that are fun for children and adults, and can be made with materials that can often be found lying around the house this time of year. Walnut Boats What You Need:...

connect with nature, arts and crafts

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Posted by Emily_NC on Thursday, December 15, 2011 - 11:14am.

Connect with Nature: Join a Christmas Bird Count

Did you know that the Christmas Bird Count is the oldest citizen science survey in the world? In 1900, American ornithologist Frank Chapman asked birders to head out on Christmas Day to count the number of birds they see and submit their results to the first "Christmas Bird Census." Today, over...

connect with nature, bird watching, nature walks, get involved

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Posted by Emily_NC on Thursday, December 1, 2011 - 9:34am.

Connect with Nature: Enjoy a Winter Activity

Whether we like it or not, winter weather has arrived! Snow and sub zero temperatures have ushered in a brand new season of fun outdoor activities, not to mention some stunning winter landscapes. Here are a few of the outdoor activities you can look forward to enjoying over the next few months:

connect with nature, bird watching, national parks, provincial parks

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Posted by Emily_NC on Friday, November 18, 2011 - 10:31am.

Connect with Nature: Celebrate Universal Children's Day

Did you know that November 20th is Universal Children’s Day? The United Nations first proclaimed this day in 1954 to promote child welfare across the world. There’s few better ways to celebrate than helping a child connect with nature!

connect with nature, Environmental education, United Nations, Emily

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Posted by Emily_NC on Thursday, November 3, 2011 - 1:57pm.

Connect with Nature: Set up a backyard bird feeder

As the weather gets colder and some birds prepare for a long winter at home, this is a perfect time to set up a backyard bird feeder. Backyard feeders provide birds with a good source of energy for the cold winter months and create excellent bird watching opportunities. Here are a few tips to help...

connect with nature, bird watching, birds

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Posted by Emily_NC on Friday, October 21, 2011 - 3:56pm.

Discover, Connect & Share from Sea to Sea to Sea

We've entered an idea in the Aviva Community Fund challenge! But we need your help to make this vision a reality. The next round of voting starts on Monday, October 24 and every vote brings us one step closer to empowering young nature leaders across the country. Sign up now to be ready to vote or...

Arctic, Environmental education, get involved, linking communities, nature canada, people, students on ice, youth

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Posted by Emily_NC on Friday, October 21, 2011 - 9:44am.

Connect with Nature: Take a Fall Hike

This is a great time to get outside and take a hike in nature. The summer crowds are gone, the scenery is stunning and there are still a few weeks before you have to break out your winter jacket. Here are a few ways to make the most of your trek through the freshly fallen leaves.

arts and crafts, national parks, connect with nature

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