Forest Explorers | Kids Out and About Vancouver

Forest Explorers


*The event has already taken place on this date: Tue, 11/04/2025
Discover the secrets of the temperate rainforest, read stories, go on a forest walk and make a craft. All children attending must be between the ages of 2 to 5, except for babies in a carrier. These adult participation programs run both inside and outside, so dress for the weather! $15 per child, per program. Full refunds are available up until 2 weeks before each program. Non-transferable.

Please help us keep this calendar up to date! If this activity is sold out, canceled, or otherwise needs alteration, email mindy@kidsoutandabout.com so we can update it immediately. If you have a question about the activity itself, please contact the organization administrator listed below.
Marvelous Metamorphosis

Tuesday, September 9 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am

Living things go through amazing changes as they grow bigger, and some even change their whole bodies! Learn about life stages of animals and how bugs change by metamorphosis.

Nature Detectives

Tuesday, September 16 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am

Listen to far away sounds, inspect trees, and look way down low to find signs of animals in Lynn Canyon Park.

Amazing Amphibians

Tuesday, September 23 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am

Leap into the wonders of our amphibian friends here in Lynn Canyon Park. Discover what they eat and where they live.

Rainforest Retreats

Tuesday, October 7 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am

Animals and bugs need somewhere to rest and feel safe. Learn how different critters build houses or find their homes.

Tall Trees

Tuesday, October 14 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am

In the rainforest, plants are constantly growing up, leafing out, and falling down. Discover how plants grow and learn how they turn into soil.

Terrific Toadstools

Tuesday, October 21 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am

Go on a magical adventure to peek into the lives of mushrooms! Learn about the fascinating world of fungi and how these unique organisms grow and thrive.

Nocturnal Necessities

Tuesday, October 28 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am

Make a mask and turn yourself into a nighttime animal. Discover how raccoons, bats, and owls navigate and find food in the dark.

Slippery Slugs

Tuesday, November 4 from 9:30 am to 11:00 am

Learn all about slugs and how these incredible slimy creatures help build our forest soil.

Registration for Forest Explorers from November 18 to December 16 will open in September.

Purchase a Family Membership to get early access to registration!

Location: 
Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre, 3663 Park Rd, North Vancouver, BC V7J 3G3, Canada
See map: Google Maps

*Times, dates, and prices of any activity posted to our calendars are subject to change. Please be sure to click through directly to the organization’s website to verify.
Contact name: 
Ecology Centre
Email address: 
The event has already taken place on this date: 
11/04/2025
Time: 
9:30 to 11 am
Price: 
$15 per child, per program

Ages

2-3 years 4-5 years