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X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ballard Nature Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
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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:20251115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250829T201746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T163525Z
UID:5080-1763229600-1763236800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251115T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251108T173000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250807T204509Z
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251102T143000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20251009T133806Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251009T133806Z
UID:5126-1762088400-1762093800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251018T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250929T180126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T180317Z
UID:5109-1760788800-1760803200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Halloween Scavenger Hunt
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy an October afternoon with us! Stop by the office to get your scavenger hunt sheet and then take to the trails in search of fall & Halloween items. Open to all\, come & go any time during regular nature center hours. No fee or registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/halloween-scavenger-hunt/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20251010T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250926T180659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T180659Z
UID:5102-1760090400-1760101200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Fall Fun
DESCRIPTION:We will paint a fall picture\, roast hot dogs & marshmallows\, take a hike\, and discuss what is happening in nature during the fall season.  For kids ages 8-10.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/fall-fun/
LOCATION:Ballard Nature Center\, 5253 E US Highway 40\, Altamont\, IL\, 62411\, US
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251004
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251005
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250926T174810Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T174824Z
UID:5100-1759536000-1759622399@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Spooky Night
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/spooky-night/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250926T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250820T205339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T205339Z
UID:5077-1758911400-1758911400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Family Campfire Night
DESCRIPTION:Pumpkin fun – interactive story\, pumpkin hunt & games\, and marshmallow roasting.  Pre-register.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/family-campfire-night/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250923T120000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250820T203309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T193533Z
UID:5074-1758616200-1758628800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Senior Day
DESCRIPTION:Pre-register via phone\, email\, or facebook message\, particularly for the craft and yoga.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/senior-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250921T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250806T193437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T194711Z
UID:5054-1758439800-1758470400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Bow Shoot
DESCRIPTION:For all ages.  Bring your own equipment.  Registration from 7:30am-4pm.  $30 for adult\, $20 for ages 12-18\, $10 for 11 and under.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/bow-shoot-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250806T193115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250910T190053Z
UID:5052-1758353400-1758384000@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:3D Bow Shoot
DESCRIPTION:For all ages.  Bring your own equipment.  Registration from 7:30am-4pm.  $30 for adult\, $20 for ages 12-18\, $10 for 11 and under.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/3d-bow-shoot/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250913T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250820T203026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T150509Z
UID:5072-1757757600-1757757600@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Fantastic Fungi
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about these interesting organisms! We’ll look at different mushrooms that can be found in Illinois and go on a trail walk. Games and activities will be part of the fun. Register by phone\, email\, or Facebook message. Family Program. No fee.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/fantastic-fungi/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250906T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250819T191459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T191659Z
UID:5067-1757152800-1757152800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Adult Paint Class
DESCRIPTION:Paint a fun seasonal picture of a crow & pumpkin.  Choose from two days.  $5    Pre-registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/adult-paint-class-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250905T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250819T191023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T191756Z
UID:5065-1757066400-1757066400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Adult Paint Class
DESCRIPTION:Paint a fun seasonal picture of a crow & pumpkin.  Choose from two days.   $5    Pre-registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/adult-paint-class/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250815T183000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250808T184052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T184052Z
UID:5059-1755282600-1755282600@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Flower Program
DESCRIPTION:Learn about some of our common prairie flowers.  Then make a little vase and take a walk through the prairie to pick flowers to fill it.  Registration required – call\, email or private facebook message us.  For adults and families.  No fee.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/flower-program/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250806T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250319T150333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250805T201235Z
UID:4288-1754470800-1754478000@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Nature Sense
DESCRIPTION:Learn about sights\, sounds\, & smells in nature \nKids ages 7-9 \n9:00 am – 11:00 am \nTicket Cost: $12
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/nature-sense/
LOCATION:Ballard Nature Center\, 5253 E US Highway 40\, Altamont\, IL\, 62411\, US
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250805
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250806
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250319T150124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T150552Z
UID:4286-1754352000-1754438399@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Forest Friends
DESCRIPTION:All about forests and the animals that call them home \nKids ages 5-6 \nTwo Class Times:\n9:00 am – 10:30 am\n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm \nTicket Cost: $10
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/forest-friends/
LOCATION:Ballard Nature Center\, 5253 E US Highway 40\, Altamont\, IL\, 62411\, US
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250802T200000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250613T131610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250730T204751Z
UID:5031-1754164800-1754164800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Astronomy Night
DESCRIPTION:Join the River Bend Astronomy Club for a night under the stars starting at 8pm.  No registration required.  For all ages.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/astronomy-night/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250731
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250801
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250319T145401Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T150109Z
UID:4280-1753920000-1754006399@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Slithering Snakes
DESCRIPTION:Snakes aren’t so scary\, come see why \nKids ages 6-8 \nTwo Class Times:\n9:00 am – 11:00 am\n1:00 pm – 3:00 pm \nTicket Cost: $12
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/slithering-snakes/
LOCATION:Ballard Nature Center\, 5253 E US Highway 40\, Altamont\, IL\, 62411\, US
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250730T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250319T145820Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T183956Z
UID:4284-1753869600-1753875000@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Paint an Owl
DESCRIPTION:Come paint an owl with us \nKids ages 8-12 \nTicket Cost: $18
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/paint-an-owl-2/
LOCATION:Ballard Nature Center\, 5253 E US Highway 40\, Altamont\, IL\, 62411\, US
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250729
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250730
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250319T145556Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250401T183807Z
UID:4282-1753747200-1753833599@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Paint an Owl
DESCRIPTION:Come paint an owl with us \nKids ages 8-12 \nTwo Class Times:\n10:00 am – 11:30 am\n1:00 pm – 2:30 pm \nTicket Cost: $18
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/paint-an-owl/
LOCATION:Ballard Nature Center\, 5253 E US Highway 40\, Altamont\, IL\, 62411\, US
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250319T145211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T144852Z
UID:4278-1753347600-1753354800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Fun in the Sun
DESCRIPTION:We’ll craft & hang out in nature – includes ice cream & yard games \nKids ages 7-11 \nTicket Cost: $15
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/fun-in-the-sun-2/
LOCATION:Ballard Nature Center\, 5253 E US Highway 40\, Altamont\, IL\, 62411\, US
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250723T110000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250319T145005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250429T194934Z
UID:4276-1753261200-1753268400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Fun in the Sun
DESCRIPTION:We’ll craft & hang out in nature – includes ice cream & yard games \nKids ages 7-11 \nTicket Cost: $15
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/fun-in-the-sun/
LOCATION:Ballard Nature Center\, 5253 E US Highway 40\, Altamont\, IL\, 62411\, US
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250722T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250508T135936Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T135936Z
UID:4919-1753178400-1753178400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Awesome Possums
DESCRIPTION:Love ‘em or not\, opossums are really unique creatures!  A hilarious book\, games\, & trail activity are part of this program. \nRegistration begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  To register: email us ballardnc@frontiernet.net\, call us 618-483-6856\, or send a private message on Facebook.    Once you have registered\, if you find that you cannot attend\, please let us know since program size is limited. \n 
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/awesome-possums/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250718T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250319T144528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T143443Z
UID:4274-1752829200-1752838200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Night Life
DESCRIPTION:Constellations and Nocturnal Animals come to life in our darkened classroom \nKids ages 7-10 \nTicket Cost: $15
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/night-life-4/
LOCATION:Ballard Nature Center\, 5253 E US Highway 40\, Altamont\, IL\, 62411\, US
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250319T144204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T143345Z
UID:4271-1752742800-1752751800@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Night Life
DESCRIPTION:Constellations and Nocturnal Animals come to life in our darkened classroom \nKids ages 7-10 \nTicket Cost: $15
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/night-life-3/
LOCATION:Ballard Nature Center\, 5253 E US Highway 40\, Altamont\, IL\, 62411\, US
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250716T113000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250319T144003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T142102Z
UID:4269-1752656400-1752665400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Night Life
DESCRIPTION:Constellations and Nocturnal Animals come to life in our darkened classroom \nKids ages 7-10 \nTicket Cost: $15
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/night-life-2/
LOCATION:Ballard Nature Center\, 5253 E US Highway 40\, Altamont\, IL\, 62411\, US
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250714T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250714T100000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250508T135735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250508T135735Z
UID:4917-1752487200-1752487200@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Fabulous Flowers
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about flowers & why they matter! We’ll read The Tiny Seed and have activities\, along with taking a walk. \nRegistration begins 2 weeks prior to the program date.  To register: email us ballardnc@frontiernet.net\, call us 618-483-6856\, or send a private message on Facebook.    Once you have registered\, if you find that you cannot attend\, please let us know since program size is limited. \n 
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/fabulous-flowers/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T130000
DTSTAMP:20260406T195547
CREATED:20250319T143235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250328T141410Z
UID:4267-1752141600-1752152400@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Bugs & Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Learn about orienteering & maps\, then navigate through Ballard Nature Center \nBring a picnic lunch \nKids ages 7-10 \nTicket Cost: $15
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/bugs-blooms-2/
LOCATION:Ballard Nature Center\, 5253 E US Highway 40\, Altamont\, IL\, 62411\, US
CATEGORIES:Summer Camp
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