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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ballard Nature Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260214T150000
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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:20260422T165525
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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:20260422T165525
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:20260422T165525
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260320T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260322T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T165525
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260324
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260325
DTSTAMP:20260422T165525
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:20260422T165525
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:20260422T165525
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:20260422T165525
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:20260422T165525
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:20260422T165525
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:20260422T165525
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:20260422T165525
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:20260422T165525
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260604T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T165525
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260605T200000
DTSTAMP:20260422T165525
CREATED:20260421T170757Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T170757Z
UID:5327-1780686000-1780689600@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Campfire Night
DESCRIPTION:Gather ’round the fire for songs\, activities\, and more as we learn about nocturnal creatures.  A hike is part of the fun.  Family program.  Registration for this program starts May 22.  Call or email us to register.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/campfire-night-5/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260609T113000
DTSTAMP:20260422T165525
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:20260422T165525
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:20260422T165525
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:20260422T165525
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T103000
DTSTAMP:20260422T165525
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
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260616T143000
DTSTAMP:20260422T165525
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:20260422T165525
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
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260618T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T165525
CREATED:20260410T162118Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T162118Z
UID:5251-1781773200-1781780400@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-2/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260619T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T165525
CREATED:20260421T171008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T171008Z
UID:5329-1781863200-1781866800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Hoppy Frogs
DESCRIPTION:A puppet show with related activities and a trail walk.  Family program.  Registration begins June 5.  Call or email us to register.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/hoppy-frogs/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T165525
CREATED:20260410T162336Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T162336Z
UID:5254-1782205200-1782212400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Secret Life of Bobcats
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 6-8 years old.  Learn about the elusive bobcat and its relatives.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/secret-life-of-bobcats/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260623T150000
DTSTAMP:20260422T165525
CREATED:20260410T162541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T162541Z
UID:5257-1782219600-1782226800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Secret Life of Bobcats
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 6-8 years old.  Learn about the elusive bobcat and its relatives.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/secret-life-of-bobcats-2/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260624T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T165525
CREATED:20260410T162808Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T162808Z
UID:5260-1782291600-1782298800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Powers
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 7-9 years old.  Learn about some of the most incredible animal adaptations\, AKA superpowers.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/nature-powers/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260625T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T165525
CREATED:20260410T162914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T162914Z
UID:5263-1782378000-1782385200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Powers
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 7-9 years old.  Learn about some of the most incredible animal adaptations\, AKA superpowers.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/nature-powers-2/
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260629T110000
DTSTAMP:20260422T165525
CREATED:20260421T171219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T171219Z
UID:5331-1782727200-1782730800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Animal Athletes
DESCRIPTION:Run\, jump\, climb\, and fly!  We’ll see how different animals move and learn who would win the gold medal in animal Olympics.  Family program.  Registration begins on June 15.  Call or email us to register.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/animal-athletes/
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