RIVER BASIN DAYS
River Basin Days is a monthly series of outdoor public programs geared towards families. Join us at different locations around the Fraser River Basin as we explore this incredible watershed! Our staff will guide you through one hour of activities as we learn about the biodiversity of this great river.
Masks are recommended for all programs. Click HERE to read our Visitor Code of Conduct.
Saturday, November 8th
Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Spawntaneous Salmon
Salmon are an important part of our ecosystem and many parts of our lives! Learn about the salmon life cycle, observe distinguishable features from each stage of life, and discover how water quality can impact the life of salmon. This month we are headed to Kanaka Creek Regional Park, located in Maple Ridge, to learn all about salmon!
This event will take place rain or shine, so please come prepared for the weather.
WHEN: Saturday, November 8th, 2:00-3:00 PM and with enough interest, another session might be offered at 12:30-1:30PM.
WHERE: Kanaka Creek Regional Park (meeting location at the Bell-Irving Hatchery Parking Lot, Maple Ridge, BC)
WHAT:
- Conduct a water testing experiment.
- Learn about salmon through games.
- Observe a salmon’s features by creating a gyotaku print.
WHO: While everyone is welcome, this workshop is aimed at children and their families.
COST: Includes admission to the Discovery Centre. Specific costs are listed below:
- Family Ticket ($20.00) – for 2 adults and up to 4 children
- Adult Ticket ($8.00) – Adult 19 and older
- Senior Ticket ($6.00) – Senior 65 and older
- Student Ticket ($6.00) – Student ID required
- Child Ticket ($5.00) – children aged 3-12
- Children 2 and under register for free
COVID-19 Safety:
- Pre-registration is required.
- Individual group size is limited to five (5) maximum. Workshop registration limited to five (5) groups.
- During the workshop, groups are required to follow physical distancing guidelines.
- Masks are recommended.
