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SUMMARY:Sumas Mountain - July walk
DESCRIPTION:July 31st – Sumas Mountain – morning
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/sumas-mountain-july-walk/
CATEGORIES:Activities
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SUMMARY:2024 Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:The annual Christmas Bird Count\, please contact Ken Summers for details.
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/2024-christmas-bird-count/
CATEGORIES:Activities
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UID:1760-1740960000-1740960000@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Earth Day in Mission
DESCRIPTION:‘Green Living’ earth day celebration at the Fraser River Heritage Park. The event will feature a variety of family fun\, including live performances\, guest speakers\, interactive activities and demos\, food trucks\, a sustainable marketplace and more. \nThe Abbotsford Mission Nature Club will have a display. This is a free event
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/earth-day-in-mission-3/
CATEGORIES:Activities
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UID:1761-1740960000-1740960000@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Migratory Bird Day at Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:The second Saturday of May marks peak spring migration in Canada—a time to connect\, admire\, and advocate for these incredible travelers. As they journey across borders\, we must ensure they have safe habitats along the way. Join us in celebrating and protecting migratory birds. Wonder at their incredible journeys\, learn about conservation efforts\, and take action to help them thrive in our cities\, towns\, and villages. Together\, we can make a difference for our shared spaces and bird populations. \nLeaders: Vince and Ruthanne Clements\nAdmission: Adults $8\, Seniors (65+) $6\, Children (2-14) $6\nRegister: Hank/Alice Roos 604-853-4283 or haroos12@gmail.com
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/migratory-bird-day-at-reifel-migratory-bird-sanctuary/
CATEGORIES:Activities
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UID:1757-1740960000-1740960000@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Blackberry Removal Blitz - Willband Creek Park
DESCRIPTION:We are hoping to be able to do the whole park in one day. At this time of the year the shoots and patches are very accessible. The park will be assessed whether there are ground nesting birds active just in case. This has been an ongoing activity when the weather is favourable. The City with their equipment flailed areas that we had mapped for them\, but we still need to try and get rid of areas along the trails.\nNeeded: 20+ volunteers ages 10 and up\nEquipment: Garden clippers\, loppers\, leather gloves (some equipment available)\nTime: 9:30 – 12:00\nLunch: Pizza lunch courtesy City of Abbotsford (20+ volunteers)\nRegister: haroos12@gmail.com by March 21
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/blackberry-removal-blitz-willband-creek-park/
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UID:1758-1740960000-1740960000@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Hogan Family Nature Park Springtime Walk and Work Party
DESCRIPTION:Easy: There are no toilets or picnic tables at the park.\nLeader: Wendy DaDalt\nLocation: A small dead-end parking lot at 28632 Debruyne Road\, west off Bradner Road and north of the Fraser Highway. \nCome to Hogan Family Nature Park to enjoy a quiet\, mixed forest with blooming spring flowers. The 8ha (20 acre) City of Abbotsford Park on the headwaters of the Salmon River\, is open again after the 2021 “Atmospheric River” damaged its small bridges. We will start with a 1 km easy walk around the trail loop. This should be a great time to see and photograph trilliums\, vanilla leaf and bleeding hearts. During this walk we will also flag invasive plants. \nThe AMNC has “Adopted” this park\, which was donated to the City. A lite work party will follow for those wishing to prune or remove plants needing attention. Details will be\nprovided to registrants. \nRegister by emailing wendy@dadalt.net.
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/hogan-family-nature-park-springtime-walk-and-work-party/
CATEGORIES:Activities
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UID:1762-1740960000-1740960000@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:2025 BC Nature Conference and AGM - Nature in the Rainshadow
DESCRIPTION:The Nicola Naturalist Society is hosting the 2025 BC Nature Spring conference and AGM in Merritt\, 22-24 May 2025. \nFor more information and to register https://bcnature.org/2025-bc-nature-conference-and-agm/
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/2025-bc-nature-conference-and-agm-nature-in-the-rainshadow/
CATEGORIES:Activities
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SUMMARY:Christmas Bird Count
DESCRIPTION:This year the Christmas Bird Count will take place on December 30th. No experience necessary as every area within the count circle has an expert birder. If you want to join the fun and haven’t already received our email\, contact ken.summers@telus.net. There will be a post-count gathering afterwards at the Mandarin Gardens in Abbotsford for those interested\, even if you don’t take part in the count. 
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/christmas-bird-count-2/
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UID:1778-1770076800-1770076800@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Willband Creek Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:Join Abbotsford Mission Nature Club members to observe\, identify and record fungi\, plants\, and animals in Willband Creek Park off Bateman Road in Abbotsford from 7:30 am until 9:30 am (for the early birders!) OR 10 am until 12:00 pm on February 28. \nInstall the free iNaturalist application on your mobile phone\, create an account and join the project\, called “Biodiversity in Willband Creek Park Bioblitz\, Abbotsford\, BC” \nBring any of the following items if you have them: binoculars\, spotting scope and camera. \nDress for the weather. Bring a snack and water. \nHelp us take an inventory of species during this one-day event. \nLeader – Quirien (qmuldertenkate@gmail.com)
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/willband-creek-bioblitz/
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UID:1779-1770076800-1770076800@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Hogan Family Park Bioblitz
DESCRIPTION:Join Abbotsford Mission Nature Club members to observe\, identify and record fungi\, plants\, and animals in Hogan Family Nature Park at 28631 Debruyne Road in Abbotsford (west side of Bradner Road and a few blocks north of the Fraser Highway) from 9 am until approximately noon on April 25. \nInstall the free INaturalist application on your mobile phone\, create an account and join the project\, called “Biodiversity in Hogan Family Nature Park Bioblitz 2026\, Abbotsford\, BC” \nBring any of the following items if you have them: binoculars\, spotting scope and camera. \nDress for the weather.          Bring a snack and water. \nHelp us take an inventory of species during this one-day event. \nLeader – Quirien (qmuldertenkate@gmail.com)
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/hogan-family-park-bioblitz/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20260707T080000
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DTSTAMP:20260812T160109Z
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UID:1786-1783411200-1783443600@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Manning Park Meadows\, all day
DESCRIPTION:Tuesday July 7 – Manning Park Meadows (all day) – Weather Permitting\nCascade Lookout – to take in stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the valley below.\nViewpoint Loop 600 m loop\, 20 mins return\, 100 m elevation change.\nPaintbrush Trail 1.5 km loop\, 30 mins return\, little elevation change. Starts from either the upper or lower parking lot at the end of the Blackwall Road. Excellent wildflower viewing from early July to mid-August.\nLevel – Easy\nWe will leave Abbotsford at 8:00 am and arrive at Manning Park Lodge at 10:00 am.\nBring lunch\, water\, and sunscreen\, etc. and dress for the weather\, sturdy footwear is a must.\nCarpooling is recommended and can be arranged.\nRegister with Hank/Alice at haroos12@gmail.com or 604-853-4283/604-614-1049 no later than Sunday July 5
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/manning-park-meadows-all-day/
CATEGORIES:Activities,Field Trips
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