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UID:1763-1750982400-1750982400@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Jackman Wetlands & Aldergrove Regional Park Walk
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday July 9 – Jackman Wetlands and Aldergrove Regional Park Northwest corner ( Langley) \nTime:  10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. \nOptional:  Bring lunch for a picnic. \nLevel: Moderate. Approx 5 km. \n  \nStroll around a scenic wetland system created by former gravel extraction which seasonally supports a variety of waterfowl.  A very open area so wear a hat and sunglasses if nice.  Then we will go cross-country through the new disc golf course located on the former Jackman landfill site and follow a connector trail into Aldergrove Regional Park.  We will walk a short distance through a cool young forest before returning to the parking lot. \n  \nMeet at Jackman Wetlands 1111-272’nd Street parking lot on the west side of the road. \nRegister with Wendy DaDalt at wendy@dadalt.net or call 604-856-2575
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/jackman-wetlands-aldergrove-regional-park-walk/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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UID:1764-1750982400-1750982400@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Houston Trail\, Derby Reach Regional Park
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 16 – Houston Trail \nJoin Quirien Mulder ten Kate for a three-hour nature walk on the Houston Trail\, part of the Derby Reach Regional Park Trail system. Meet at 9:45 am on July 16th at the Heritage Area Parking Lot on Allard Crescent. Dress for the weather and bring a snack and water.  An outhouse is available at the start and mid-way the walk.  The trail is slightly hilly in places so you may wish to bring hiking poles. Bring binoculars for some birding\, too. \n  \nTime: 9:45 am \nLevel: slightly hilly (undulating) \nPlease register by 7 pm on July 14th by emailing Quirien qmuldertenkate@gmail.com your name and cell phone number.
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/houston-trail-derby-reach-regional-park/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTAMP:20260811T182910Z
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UID:1765-1750982400-1750982400@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Mt. Thom Lookout Trail
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday\, July 23 – Mt Thom Lookout Trail \nMt. Thom View Trail is a 25-minute leisurely walk to a lookout offering views of surrounding mountains\, Cultus Lake and the Fraser Valley. Continuing the circle returns us to the parking lot. Meet at the parking lot at 10:30 and bring a lunch. There are pit toilets at the trail head. \nTime: 10:30 am \nLevel: Easy to moderate\, walking poles suggested \nDirections: Access to the trailhead is from the Churchill Parkway in Ryder Lake\, 38 minutes from downtown Abbotsford. \nTake the exit123 (Prest Rd) from Hwy 1\, head south. Go 3.4 km\, then turn left on Bailey Rd. Keep right at the fork onto Elk View Rd. Turn right on Ryder Lake Rd. Continue straight where Ryder Lake Rd. turns to the left\, on to Extrom Rd. Turn right on Forester Rd\, and right again on to Churchill Parkway\, where you will see the parking lot for the trailhead. The easiest is to enter Churchill Pkwy on to Google maps and follow the directions. \n  \nRegister with Rita Bot at rbot12@gmail.com
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/mt-thom-lookout-trail/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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UID:1766-1750982400-1750982400@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:July 2 Summer Walk - Open to suggestions
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/july-2-summer-walk-open-to-suggestions/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250303T000000
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DTSTAMP:20260811T182840Z
CREATED:20260811T182840Z
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UID:1756-1740960000-1740960000@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Greater Vancouver Zoo Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Fieldtrip to Greater Vancouver Zoo and tour the breeding facility.\nJoin Andrea Gielens for a two-hour behind-the-scenes tour of the captive breeding programs of the Oregon Spotted Frog\, the Coastal Western Painted Turtle and the Checkerspot Butterfly at the Greater Vancouver Zoo. Meet at 9:45 am on March 19th at the Zoo’s entrance\, 5048 264th Street in Aldergrove. \nWe were able to get a group rate which is – Adults $20 (Reg $36)\, Children $13(Reg $25) for a minimum of 15 people. It being Spring Break we encourage members to take their children and grandchildren. Not suitable for children under the age of 10. \nAfter the breeding program tour\, you can visit the rest of the zoo at your own leisure. \nRegister with Quirien at qmuldertenkate@gmail.com by 7 pm on March 17th.\nPlease include the names of the people attending and a cell phone number in case she needs to contact you and have no access to Wi-Fi!
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/greater-vancouver-zoo-field-trip/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20241228T000000
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DTSTAMP:20260811T182840Z
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UID:1754-1735344000-1735344000@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:CANCELLED - Reifel Waterfowl Refuge field trip
DESCRIPTION:TOUR IS CANCELLED DUE TO THE WEATHER.
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/cancelled-reifel-waterfowl-refuge-field-trip/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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UID:1753-1735344000-1735344000@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Peach Creek field trip
DESCRIPTION:John Vissers will be showing us the new spawning channels that were built at Peach Creek in Chilliwack.
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/peach-creek-field-trip/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240911T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240911T000000
DTSTAMP:20260811T182642Z
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UID:1744-1726012800-1726012800@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Mosses & Lichen Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Meet at 10 am at the visitor parking lot on Brae Island\, Fort Langley for a two-hour stroll to explore mosses and lichens with Phil Henderson. This walk will provide a good introduction to some common species you are likely to encounter elsewhere along the Fraser River. Dress for the weather. Bring a water bottle and snack. Register by emailing Quirien at qmuldert@gmail.com between September 29th and October 3rd.
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/mosses-lichen-field-trip/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20240326T000000
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DTSTAMP:20260811T182442Z
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UID:1737-1711411200-1711411200@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Forest Bathing Workshop
DESCRIPTION:June 22\, 2024 – Fieldtrip – Aldergrove Regional Park @ 10:00 am “Forest Bathing Workshop” \nStep into nature\, take a deep breath of forest air\, and let your body relax. Awaken your senses and experience the Japanese practice. \nJoin Lisa Ferris\, Park Interpretation Leader\, MetroVancouver Regional Parks\, for a 2-hour Forest Bathing workshop from 10 am until 12 pm on June 22 in Aldergrove Regional Park. Cost per AMNC member is $10.00. This program is only available for current members. \nRegistration form link: Forest Bathing Information and Registration Form-1
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/forest-bathing-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTAMP:20260811T182242Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T182242Z
UID:1735-1711411200-1711411200@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Mission Forest Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Roy Kittles Trail in the Mission Forest\nLeader – Kelly Kitsch – Registered Forest Technologist with the City of Mission Forestry \n“The trail is well suited to a guided hike with children and grandchildren and there is a lot to see\, including an old growth Douglas-fir\, a pacific yew\, wildlife trees\, hemlock mistletoe disease\, and whatever else we mightsee along the way. It is not a long trail\, but there is so much information we can\ntalk about”. \nTo register haroos12@gmail.com or 604-853-4283 (Directions to follow)
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/mission-forest-field-trip/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231221T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20231221T000000
DTSTAMP:20260811T182227Z
CREATED:20260811T182227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T182227Z
UID:1727-1703116800-1703116800@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:The George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary
DESCRIPTION:5191 Robertson Road\, Delta\, BC
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/the-george-c-reifel-migratory-bird-sanctuary/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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UID:1728-1703116800-1703116800@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve
DESCRIPTION:The reserve on the Vedder River consists of 325 acres and is home\nto about 90 nests and a wide variety of wildlife and vegetation including the\nfollowing species: Western Painted Turtle\, Bald Eagle\, and Salish Sucker. \nTime: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm – Bring a lunch and dress for the weather \nDirections: Take Hwy 1 east to exit 109 Yale Rd to Sumas Prairie Road\, south to the end of the road \nLeader: Ken Summers – to register email ken.summers@telus.net or call 604-851-2301
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/great-blue-heron-nature-reserve/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTAMP:20260811T182130Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T182130Z
UID:1726-1703116800-1703116800@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:MacDonald Park Walk
DESCRIPTION:Quirien will lead a walk along the Sumas River Dike.  Flat and easy. Bring binoculars
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/macdonald-park-walk/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230205T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230205T000000
DTSTAMP:20260811T181531Z
CREATED:20260811T181531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T181531Z
UID:1708-1675555200-1675555200@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Mt. Thom View trail
DESCRIPTION:Details to follow.
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/mt-thom-view-trail/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230205T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230205T000000
DTSTAMP:20260811T181330Z
CREATED:20260811T181330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T181330Z
UID:1706-1675555200-1675555200@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Willband Creek Park birding
DESCRIPTION:We will join avid birders\, Vince Clements and his wife Ruthanne who will lead us to view the many waterfowl that are present on the ponds.\nMeet at 9:30 a.m. in the main parking lot on Bateman Road. \nTo register email haroos12@gmail.com
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/willband-creek-park-birding/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221227T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221227T000000
DTSTAMP:20260811T181329Z
CREATED:20260811T181329Z
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UID:1702-1672099200-1672099200@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Houston Trail field trip
DESCRIPTION:Houston Trail in Derby Reach Regional Park \nExplore a mature\, coniferous\, and mixed forest environment along a rolling\, 4 km gravel loop trail. Stop at a viewing platform over Langley Bog and look for wetland bird species. Some steep sections.\nMeet at the Derby Reach Regional Park\, Heritage Area parking lot\, off Allard Crescent\, west of Fort Langley. \nhttp://www.metrovancouver.org/services/parks/ParksPublications/DER_RP_Trail_Brochure.pdf
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/houston-trail-field-trip/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221227T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221227T000000
DTSTAMP:20260811T181329Z
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UID:1705-1672099200-1672099200@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:March 22\, 2023 World Water Day Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:To the Raingardens in Delta \nRain-water run-off enters Mill Lake and local creeks through catch basins and culverts. This water may contain\, for example\, brake and tire dust\, road salt\, excess fertilizers and pesticides\, cigarette butts\, plastic and paper litter. A rain garden absorbs this runoff instead. Interested in seeing some rain gardens examples. Join us on March 22nd. \nWe will need at 10:30am at Cravings coffee shop at the corner of 112 Street and 84 Ave in North Delta. There is plenty of mini-mall parking and of course coffee\, tea\, washrooms\, at Cravings. We will leave at 11:00am for a walking loop-tour of several “Social Heart” rain gardens in the area from 112 to 115 Street and 84 to 83 Ave. This takes about 1.5 hours\, depending on level of interest and speed of walking. If desired\, we can drive a few blocks to North Delta’s largest school rain garden\, McCloskey-Hydro\, on 80 Ave at 114 Street.  It is also feasible to walk there as part of the loop-tour\, depending on what the group. \nRegister with Quirien Mulder ten Kate at qmuldertenkate@gmail.com. \n  \n 
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/march-22-2023-world-water-day-field-trip/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221227T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20221227T000000
DTSTAMP:20260811T181129Z
CREATED:20260811T181129Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T181129Z
UID:1701-1672099200-1672099200@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Aldergrove Regional Park Field Trip
DESCRIPTION:Aldergrove Regional Park Field Trip \nDetails to follow.
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/aldergrove-regional-park-field-trip/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220111T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20220111T000000
DTSTAMP:20260811T180914Z
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UID:1687-1641859200-1641859200@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Fieldtrip - Saturday Jan 15
DESCRIPTION:Aldergrove Regional Park\, Saturday\, January 15\, 2022\, 10:00am – Noon\nThis outing can be adapted to the group and the weather to be either easy or have a few gentle slopes.  You will walk through mixed forests\, along a creek and wetlands and hopefully get some great vistas.  You must register in advance for this fieldtrip.  You will receive full location details upon registration. To register please contact wendy@dadalt.net or 604-856-2575.
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/fieldtrip-saturday-jan-15/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211004T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211004T000000
DTSTAMP:20260811T180859Z
CREATED:20260811T180859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T180859Z
UID:1682-1633305600-1633305600@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Field Trip - Sumas Mountain
DESCRIPTION:John Vissers will be hosting a field trip to Sumas Mountain. \nPlease email John (john.vissers@gmail.com) to pre-register.
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/field-trip-sumas-mountain/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211004T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20211004T000000
DTSTAMP:20260811T180859Z
CREATED:20260811T180859Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260811T180859Z
UID:1683-1633305600-1633305600@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Field Trip - Harrison Bay eagles
DESCRIPTION:Eagles at Harrison Bay. \nPlease contact Ken Summers (ken.summers@telus.net) to register for this outing.
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/field-trip-harrison-bay-eagles/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210415T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210415T000000
DTSTAMP:20210319T212941Z
CREATED:20210319T212941Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210319T212941Z
UID:203-1618444800-1618444800@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:Willband Creek Park Work Party
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URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/willband-creek-park-work-party-2/
CATEGORIES:Field Trips
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210401T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20210401T170000
DTSTAMP:20210317T205004Z
CREATED:20210317T205004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T205004Z
UID:78-1617264000-1617296400@abbymissionnatureclub.ca
SUMMARY:New Website
DESCRIPTION:We’ve launched a new website!
URL:https://abbymissionnatureclub.ca/event/new-website/
CATEGORIES:Activities,AMNC Meetings,Field Trips
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