Super Saturday – Food of the Fraser | Kids Out and About Vancouver

Super Saturday – Food of the Fraser


*The event has already taken place on this date: Sat, 08/26/2023
Taking place on the last Saturday of each month, Super Saturdays is a series of public programs geared toward families. There are lots of activities that explore different features of the Fraser River, from its booming industry to its diverse ecosystem. The Fraser Valley is a full of fertile farms and fabulous foods, many of which have the Fraser River to thank! Join us on August 26th to learn how the mighty Fraser makes growing food possible!

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The Fraser Valley is a full of fertile farms and fabulous foods, many of which have the Fraser River to thank! Join us on August 26th to learn about sustainable Indigenous fishing practices* and how the mighty Fraser makes growing food possible! 

*This activity draws from information found in the Our Bones are Made of Salmon exhibit, created in partnership with Musqueam Elder Larry Grant and Stó:lō Cultural Advisor Dr. Sonny McHalsie.  

WHAT: 

  • Learn about nutrients carried by the Fraser’s current with a deposition bowling activity! 
  • Map the bounty of foods to that come out of the Fraser Valley! 
  • Explore one of many First Nation’s fish preservation methods with a guided demonstration!  

*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.

Location:

788 Quayside Dr
New Westminster, BC, V3M 6z6
Canada

Phone:

(604) 521-8401
Contact name: 
Alex Johansen
The event has already taken place on this date: 
08/26/2023
Time: 
10:00am - 4:00pm
Price: 
Family Ticket ($15.00 each) – for 2 adults and up to 4 children  Adult Ticket ($6.00) – Adult 19 and older  Senior Ticket ($5.00) – Senior 65 and older  Student Ticket ($5.00) – Student ID required  Child ticket ($3.00) – children aged 3-12  Children 2 and under are free. 

Ages

4-5 years 6-8 years 9-12 years