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SUMMARY:Astronomy Night
DESCRIPTION:Join the River Bend Astronomy Club to learn about and to view the night sky.  Several members will be bringing telescopes and you will be able to look at Saturn\, Jupiter\, and our Moon.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/astronomy-night-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210811T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210811T000000
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SUMMARY:Reptiles
DESCRIPTION:Family program all about Reptiles. Learn about turtles\, lizards\, and snakes. We’ll focus a bit on snakes and have a meet and greet with our resident snake\, Cora. We’ll also make a craft. August 11 with two times to choose from – 10am and 4:30pm. Call\, email\, or message us to register. For all ages\, but best for kids 4-12.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/reptiles/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210802T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210802T100000
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CREATED:20210413T201738Z
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SUMMARY:Fun with Birds
DESCRIPTION:Make a peanut butter & seed feeder\, paint a birdhouse\, and learn about our local birds.  Registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/fun-with-birds/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210721T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210721T100000
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SUMMARY:Hoot & Peck
DESCRIPTION:A story featuring an owl and a woodpecker\, then activities to learn more about them.  Bring a blanket for storytime.  Registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/hoot-peck/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210715T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210715T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143409
CREATED:20210413T201438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T201843Z
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SUMMARY:Butterflies
DESCRIPTION:A story\, activity\, and craft.  We’ll take a walk and try to catch some.  Bring a blanket for storytime.  Registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/butterflies-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210713T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210713T093000
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CREATED:20210702T162709Z
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SUMMARY:Nocturnal Fun
DESCRIPTION:We will gather in a darkened lower level classroom and have fun learning about the creatures that prowl at night.  Family program.  Pre-registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/nocturnal-fun/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210618T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210618T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143409
CREATED:20210413T201301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T201301Z
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SUMMARY:Night Hike
DESCRIPTION:Who is prowling around BNC in the night?  Let’s find out!  Learn about nocturnal animals with activities and a hike.  Registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/night-hike/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210611T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210611T100000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143409
CREATED:20210413T201125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T201125Z
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SUMMARY:Slow Going Snails
DESCRIPTION:They may be slow\, but they are still interesting.  We’ll have a fun book\, game\, and craft.  Bring a blanket to sit on for storytime.  Registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/slow-going-snails/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210606T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210606T140000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143409
CREATED:20210413T200921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210413T200921Z
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SUMMARY:Garden Party
DESCRIPTION:Get dressed up and put on your pretty/stylish hats.  We’ll sip tea\, eat treats\, take a walk\, and play games.  Registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/garden-party/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210424T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210424T000000
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CREATED:20210318T175743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T175743Z
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SUMMARY:Girl Scout Programs
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/girl-scout-programs/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210417
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210418
DTSTAMP:20260408T143409
CREATED:20210413T200339Z
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp Registration
DESCRIPTION:Registration for kids’ summer camps begins.  See schedule on summer camp page for all the details.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/summer-camp-registration-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210416T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143409
CREATED:20210324T174048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210324T174326Z
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SUMMARY:Birds & Blooms
DESCRIPTION:Come enjoy the spring woodland flowers and learn to identify some of our common birds.  Adult program.  Pre-registration required.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/egg-fun/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210405T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210405T150000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143409
CREATED:20210324T174536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210401T135743Z
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SUMMARY:Egg Fun
DESCRIPTION:Come anytime from 1pm-3pm for a fun self-guided trail all about animals that lay eggs\, a chick search\, and an “I spy” egg hunt.  Not an Easter egg hunt.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/egg-fun-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210319T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210319T203000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143409
CREATED:20210225T143303Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210225T143303Z
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SUMMARY:Luminary Trail
DESCRIPTION:Come out anytime between 7pm and 8:30pm to take a walk on this special luminary lit trail to celebrate the first day of spring\, which is March 20.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/luminary-trail/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210314T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210314T000000
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CREATED:20210225T143036Z
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SUMMARY:St. Pat Day Fun
DESCRIPTION:Canceled due to rain in the forecast.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/st-pat-day-fun/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210305T180000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T164050Z
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SUMMARY:Horse Race Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:A Nite at the Races with Ballard Nature Center \n\nA fun and interactive fundraising event at the Effingham Performance Center to benefit the Ballard Nature Center.\n\n\nMark your calendar for Friday\, March 5\, 2021 with doors opening at 6pm and the races starting at 7pm. This event will re-create being at a true horserace. Dress in your “derby” attire for your chance to win a door prize!\n\n\nAttendees will place bets in increments of $5.00 prior to each race. Daily Double and 50/50 will also be available for your chance to win.\n\n\nTicket prices are $25/person. You can also sponsor a race for $250\, which includes: two admission tickets; sponsor name listed by race number; sponsor name announced during the race; & sponsor logo on the race program. You can name a horse for $10 and it will be displayed under races with donor name listed as the jockey!\n\n\n\n\n\nLimited tickets are available due to social distancing restrictions\, so get those tickets now. Call or message the nature center to get on the list.\n\nFlyer 2021 Horse Race
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/horse-race-fundraiser/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210226T190000
DTSTAMP:20260408T143409
CREATED:20210219T163922Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210219T163922Z
UID:3535-1614366000-1614366000@www.ballardnaturecenter.org
SUMMARY:Owl Prowl
DESCRIPTION:Come learn about our common owls and take a hike to listen for them.  Barred owls begin nesting in February\, so hopefull we will hear our resident pair.  Call or email to register.  For adults and kids ages 11 and up.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/owl-prowl/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210104
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210120
DTSTAMP:20260408T143409
CREATED:20201231T163231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210115T192049Z
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SUMMARY:Snowflake Trail
DESCRIPTION:Come walk the main woodland trail to see snowflakes made by local school children.
URL:https://www.ballardnaturecenter.org/event/snowflake-trail/
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