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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221022T130000
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UID:3786-1666443600-1666443600@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Owl-O-Ween
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about owls.  The World Bird Sanctuary will be here with live owls and will give a 45 minute educational presentation.  Enjoy a fun hike after their presentation.  Pre-register by email\, ballardnc@frontiernet.net.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/owl-o-ween-2/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221021
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221022
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220916T160006Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220928T171256Z
UID:3829-1666310400-1666396799@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Treat Trek
DESCRIPTION:We’ll sing a few songs & listen to a story before we head out on the trail to meet nocturnal animal puppets and collect treats from them.  Kids can come dressed in their Halloween costumes.  Designed for ages 4-9. Choose from three times: 5:30pm\, 6:30pm\, and 7:30pm.  Fee of $5 per child.  Pre-registration required beginning on Oct 5.   Send us an email\, facebook message or call to register.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/treat-trek/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221011T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221011T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220916T155801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T155801Z
UID:3827-1665482400-1665482400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Senior Moments
DESCRIPTION:Join Larry Quicksall\, a local beekeeper\, to learn about bees & beekeeping. We’ll also taste some honey.   We’ll take an optional walk after the presentation.  Adult program.  Pre-register by the 10th. \n 
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/senior-moments-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20221007T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220916T155424Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T160826Z
UID:3821-1665136800-1665136800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Tales
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 3-5 with adult.  “Nuts About Nuts” –come learn about the amazing variety of nuts and the animals that eat them\, do a craft\, and take a hike.  Pre-registration required. \n 
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/nature-tales-12/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20221001
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20221002
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220916T155635Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220916T155635Z
UID:3825-1664582400-1664668799@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Jack-o-lantern Trail
DESCRIPTION:Self-guided trail that will be available until the end of October.  Along the woodland trail (follow the signs) there will be pictures of jack-o’-lanterns attached to trees.  At each picture\, you will punch your card that you pick up at the trailhead.  Turn your card in for a chance to win a prize. \n 
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/jack-o-lantern-trail-3/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220930T183000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220829T145154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220924T150414Z
UID:3809-1664562600-1664562600@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Campfire Night
DESCRIPTION:Gather ‘round a fire for stories & songs.  There will also be activities centered around coyotes and a fun interactive hike.  Pre-register by Sept 28 by phone\, email or facebooks message.  Family program. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/campfire-night/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220924T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220708T190253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220816T160842Z
UID:3783-1664010000-1664020800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Family Fun Day
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy yard games\, craft\, nature train rides\, & more.   Bring a picnic lunch and stay awhile.  No registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/family-fun-day-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220921T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220829T145055Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T145055Z
UID:3807-1663754400-1663754400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Senior Moments
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about woodpeckers\, play bird bingo\, and talk a short hike.  We’ll learn and laugh and have a memorable senior moment.  Adult program.  Pre-register by the 20th by email\, phone or facebook message. \n 
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/senior-moments/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220917
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220918
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220829T152600Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T152600Z
UID:3811-1663372800-1663459199@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Jack-o-lantern Trail
DESCRIPTION:Self-guided trail that will be available until the end of October.  Along the woodland trail (follow the signs) there will be pictures of jack-o’-lanterns attached to trees.  At each picture\, you will punch your card that you pick up at the trailhead.  Turn your card in for a chance to win a prize. \n 
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/jack-o-lantern-trail/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220916T213000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220829T142845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220914T171035Z
UID:3805-1663354800-1663363800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Sky Orienteering
DESCRIPTION:Join Randy Harrison\, of Looking Up Optics\, at around 7:15pm and enjoy a night under the stars.  Bring a chair and a pair of binoculars\, if you have some.  We will tour the visible constellations at this time of year\, learn their locations\, and how to identify them.  We’ll also learn about the bright stars and the constellations that they are in.  We’ll see if we can id the bright Messier Objects in certain constellations.  No registration required.  Backup date is Sept 21 in case it is cloudy or rainy.  Come take a tour star hopping around the sky. \n 
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/sky-orienteering/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220910
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220912
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220623T180745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220802T180548Z
UID:3776-1662768000-1662940799@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:3D Bow Shoot Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:During this fundraising event\, participants shoot at 3D targets set up along the trails.  Some trails are closed to the public.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/3d-bow-shoot-fundraiser/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220908T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220829T142645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220829T142645Z
UID:3803-1662631200-1662631200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Tales
DESCRIPTION:Amazing Animal Eyes: come learn about the amazing variety of eyes and go on a fun “I spy” hike.  For kids ages 3-5 with adult. Pre-register by Sept 7\, by email\, phone\, or Facebook message.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/nature-tales-11/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220811T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220811T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220503T180611Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T173926Z
UID:3768-1660212000-1660212000@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Tales
DESCRIPTION:For kids ages 3-5 with adult.  Animal Eyes are amazing!  A fund quiz\, craft and an “I spy” hike.  Registration required – call\, email or facebook message us.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/nature-tales-10/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220725T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220725T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220503T180446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220503T180446Z
UID:3766-1658772000-1658772000@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Adult Paint Night
DESCRIPTION:More details to come.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/adult-paint-night/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220719T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220719T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220503T180403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220503T180403Z
UID:3764-1658224800-1658224800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Chameleon Fun
DESCRIPTION:Listen to a story\, The Mixed-up Chameleon and do a craft\, play a game\, and go for a hike.  Family program.  Registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/chameleon-fun/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220714T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220503T180203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T173835Z
UID:3761-1657792800-1657792800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Sounds of Nature
DESCRIPTION:Puppet show\, “What Does the Fox Say?”  All about animal sounds.  Family program.  Registration required – call\, email or facebook message us.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/sounds-of-nature/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220708T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220708T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220503T180047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220503T180230Z
UID:3759-1657274400-1657274400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Bees & Tea
DESCRIPTION:Come sip cold tea of different flavors while learning about bees.  We’ll also tast different types of honey and go on a little walk in search of working bees.   Family and adult program.  Registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/bees-tea/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220628T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220628T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220428T195525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220608T173859Z
UID:3757-1656439200-1656439200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Reptiles
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about this interesting group of animals.  We’ll have a meet and greet with our resident snake and make a snakey craft.  Registration required – call\, email or facebook message us.  Family program.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/reptiles-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220428T181349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T181349Z
UID:3755-1655287200-1655287200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Ducks Waddle
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a book\, games\, walk\, and craft as we learn about these charismatic animals.  Registration required.  Family program.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/ducks-waddle/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220603T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220603T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220428T181133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220428T181133Z
UID:3753-1654282800-1654282800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Night Life
DESCRIPTION:Gather at the fire for songs & stories as we learn about night creatures.  We’ll also roast marshmallows & hike a trail.  $5 per family.  Adult and family program.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/night-life/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220507T210000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220426T205858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220426T205858Z
UID:3751-1651950000-1651957200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Night
DESCRIPTION:The River Bend Astronomy Club will be here with telescopes.  Join them anytime from 7-9pm.  No registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/astronomy-night-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20220430
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20220501
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220401T141238Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220401T141258Z
UID:3747-1651276800-1651363199@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp Registration
DESCRIPTION:Registration begins on April 30 and continues until classes fill. \nSNC 22 schedule
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/summer-camp-registration-7/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220414T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220414T143000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220401T141131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220401T141131Z
UID:3745-1649941200-1649946600@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Rabbits
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun program all about rabbits.  We’ll have games\, a craft\, and even a visit by a pet rabbit.  For kids ages 6-8.  Pre-registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/rabbits/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220409T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220324T135953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220324T135953Z
UID:3735-1649505600-1649516400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Fairy Walk & Spring Craft
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/fairy-walk-spring-craft/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220330T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220301T185210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T185210Z
UID:3730-1648634400-1648634400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Pinch Pots
DESCRIPTION:This class is designed for adults who like creating things with their hands.  Come make and decorate a pinch pot out of air-dry clay.  Hang out with others and have some fun.     Easy & Enjoyable.  Adult program.  Pre-register. \n 
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/pinch-pots/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220325T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220325T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220301T185134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T185134Z
UID:3728-1648231200-1648231200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Spring Sounds
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy an evening outdoors as we listen and look for signs of early spring happenings.  We’ll learn the sounds of our common frogs with a fun activity.  Family program.  Pre-register. \n 
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/spring-sounds-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220318T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220318T093000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220225T171641Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220225T171641Z
UID:3726-1647595800-1647595800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Birds & Beans
DESCRIPTION:Sip on coffee and snack on cookies as you learn about our common birds and get tips on how to identify them and attract them to your yard.  A suggested donation of $2 per person.  Registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/birds-beans/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220317T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220225T171453Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220225T171453Z
UID:3724-1647511200-1647514800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Tales
DESCRIPTION:“Froggy Fun”  Program includes a book\, games\, craft and walk.  For kids ages 3-5 with adult.  Registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/nature-tales-9/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220316T110000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20220225T171416Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220225T171416Z
UID:3722-1647424800-1647428400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Tales
DESCRIPTION:“Froggy Fun”  Program includes a book\, games\, craft\, and walk.  For kids ages 3-5 with adult.  Registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/nature-tales-8/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220304T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T130142
CREATED:20211202T200059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211202T200059Z
UID:3691-1646416800-1646416800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Horse Race Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Ballard Flyer 2022 Horse Race.docx
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/horse-race-fundraiser-2/
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