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SUMMARY:Walking with Llamas
DESCRIPTION:Join some 4H kids and their llamas for a walk on the trail.  There will also be some yard games and we’ll have the “nature train” running.  No fee or registration required.  For all ages.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/walking-with-llamas-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T173000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250911T144712Z
UID:5057-1762623000-1762623000@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Annual Fundraising Banquet
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/annual-fundraising-banquet-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20251022T180406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251022T180406Z
UID:5135-1763215200-1763222400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Girl Scout Program
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/girl-scout-program/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20250829T201746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T163525Z
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SUMMARY:Stargazing
DESCRIPTION:Join Randy Harrison for a night under the stars. Learn about constellations and more.  Come and go – no registration needed.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/stargazing-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20251119T143532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T143532Z
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SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Fun
DESCRIPTION:Come out for some Thanksgiving-themed activities: scavenger hunt\, craft\, and games.  There will be a book reading (Turkey Trouble) at 1pm and 2pm.  Come and go program.  No fee.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/thanksgiving-fun/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20251204T185621Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T185621Z
UID:5145-1765620000-1765627200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Holly Jolly Fun
DESCRIPTION:Have some holiday fun at BNC! Make a holiday themed craft & play some fun games. Trail activity available as well. Come & go as you like any time from 10am-12pm. All activities will be upstairs. No fee or registration required. Family program.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/holly-jolly-fun/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251230T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251230T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20251204T200059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T213351Z
UID:5147-1767085200-1767094200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Fun with Otters
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about otters and paint a picture of one.  For kids ages 7-10.  $15.  Pre-register by Dec. 27 via phone\, email\, or direct facebook message.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/fun-with-otters/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260129T090000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20250129T150002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T163227Z
UID:5156-1769677200-1769677200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Birds & Beans
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy coffee & donut holes as you learn about our winter birds.  Also included is a fun bird bingo game to test our identification skills.  Pre-register by phone or email.  Adult program.  No fee\, donation accepted.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/birds-beans-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260109T160749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T145927Z
UID:5163-1771074000-1771081200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Valentine Program
DESCRIPTION:Valentine’s Day is a great time to explore our feelings toward wildlife. Why do rabbits & butterflies elicit positive reactions from most people while spiders & snakes do not? With games & a special trail activity\, you will learn that all animals are special\, even if you wouldn’t want to hug some of them.  A book reading at 2pm. \nFamily program. No registration required\, a come-&-go program. No fee.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/valentine-program/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260227T183000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260129T150233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260129T150233Z
UID:5170-1772217000-1772217000@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Hoot Hike
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about our local owls\, make an owl lantern\, and then us the lantern on a trail hike.  For all ages.  No fee.  Registration required via phone\, email\, or private facebook message.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/hoot-hike/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260307T173000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20251211T143403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T213738Z
UID:5151-1772904600-1772904600@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Night at the Races
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/5151/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T140000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260210T153710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T153926Z
UID:5173-1773493200-1773496800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Legendary Creatures
DESCRIPTION:Have you ever wondered whooo inspired a ghost story? Join a naturalist from the World Bird Sanctuary for a program all about the ways animals inspire myths and legends across the globe. Presentation includes live birds!   For all ages.  Registration required: email\, phone\, or facebook message.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/legendary-creatures/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260107T163118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T163118Z
UID:5161-1773993600-1774191600@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:UKC Shed Dog event
DESCRIPTION:The United Kennel Club is holding the Elite Shed Dog Nationals.  Some of the trails will be closed to the public during this event.  This is a competition in which dogs search for placed deer antlers.  The public can come watch\, but please abide by the signage for trail closures.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/ukc-shed-dog-event-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260325
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260310T202625Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260310T202840Z
UID:5182-1774310400-1774396799@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Craft & Learn
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/craft-learn/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260403T143000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260326T202114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T202114Z
UID:5202-1775221200-1775226600@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Golden Egg Hunt
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/golden-egg-hunt-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260414T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260318T173418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T173418Z
UID:5188-1776160800-1776164400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Welcome Spring Birds
DESCRIPTION:Migratory birds are returning! During this program we will learn about them\, tips to identify them\, and how to attract some to your yard. Included is a fun bingo game to test your new identification skills and an optional bird watching walk on the trail.  Pre-register via phone\, email\, or a facebook dm. No fee. Adult program.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/welcome-spring-birds/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260415T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260319T141436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T141436Z
UID:5198-1776258000-1776265200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Class
DESCRIPTION:For students ages 9-12.  $5 fee.  Register by April 10 via phone or email. \n\nDive into pond life studies:\nUse nets to catch creatures from the pond.\nUse microscopes to observe pond life.\nAssemble pond ecosystem food webs.\nLearn about aquatic animal adaptations.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/homeschool-class/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260419T150000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260317T135523Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260317T135523Z
UID:5185-1776607200-1776610800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:World Bird Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy a presentation that includes live birds.  For all ages.  No fee.  Registration required via email or phone.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/world-bird-sanctuary/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260428
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260429
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260319T141114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260319T141114Z
UID:5196-1777334400-1777420799@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp Registration
DESCRIPTION:Registration begins for our kids’ summer camps.  See complete schedule on the summer camp page.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/summer-camp-registration/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260602T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260410T151107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T152014Z
UID:5205-1780390800-1780398000@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Winged Things
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 6-8 years old.  Birds\, bats\, and insects will be studied.  We’ll even catch insects to examine up close.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/winged-things/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260603T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260410T152639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T152639Z
UID:5210-1780477200-1780484400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Winged Things
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 6-8 years old.  Birds\, bats\, and insects will be studied.  We’ll even catch insects for close up viewing.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/winged-things-2/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T103000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260410T154407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T154943Z
UID:5223-1780563600-1780569000@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Awesome Ants
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 5-6 years old.  They may be small\, but they are mighty!  Learn all about these interesting insects.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/awesome-ants/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T143000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260410T154547Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T155111Z
UID:5226-1780578000-1780583400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Awesome Ants
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 5-6 years old.  They may be small\, but they are mighty!  Learn all about these interesting insects.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/awesome-ants-2/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260410T155549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T160323Z
UID:5229-1780995600-1781004600@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Ponds & Fish
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 7-10.  We’ll use nets to explore pond life up close and learn more about fish. Bring a pair of rubber boots or shoes that can get muddy/wet.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/ponds-fish/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260610T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260410T155731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T160317Z
UID:5232-1781082000-1781091000@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Ponds & Fish
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 7-10.  We’ll use nets to explore pond life up close and learn more about fish. Bring a pair of rubber boots or shoes that can get muddy/wet.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/ponds-fish-2/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260611T113000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260410T155853Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T160310Z
UID:5235-1781168400-1781177400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Ponds & Fish
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 7-10.  We’ll use nets to explore pond life up close and learn more about fish. Bring a pair of rubber boots or shoes that can get muddy/wet.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/ponds-fish-3/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260612T103000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260410T160158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T160158Z
UID:5238-1781254800-1781260200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Dive into Pond Life
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 10-12 years old.  Catch creatures from the pond\, use microscopes to observe them\, and learn about aquatic food webs.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/dive-into-pond-life/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T103000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260410T160641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T160928Z
UID:5241-1781600400-1781605800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Colorful Chameleons
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 5-6 years old.  Learn about these fascinating reptiles and what colors they can turn and why.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/colorful-chameleons/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T143000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260410T160815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T161400Z
UID:5244-1781614800-1781620200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Colorful Chameleons
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 5-6 years old.  Learn about these fascinating reptiles and what colors they can turn and why.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/colorful-chameleons-2/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260617T110000
DTSTAMP:20260411T162855
CREATED:20260410T161901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T161901Z
UID:5248-1781686800-1781694000@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Animal Engineers
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 9-12 years old.  Which animals are the best architects?  We’ll have our own building challenge!
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/animal-engineers/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
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