Scout Island Nature Centre

A tranquil oasis to view and learn about nature, in the heart of Williams Lake BC #whatthewilderness

[C2C-BC @C2C_BC]

🐦LEAP Grant Apps Due June 15th🐦
- High school classes or schools can apply
- Up to $5000 in funding for field studies on science, environment & other ways of knowing the natural world
- Must support student environmental field-skills & connections to science

@HCTF_Education

[Diana Brebeck @BrebeckDiana]

What local outdoor learning spaces are important to your class? Let us know why this space is so important to you and your students.
@sd36seed @eepsa

[Yellowstone to Yukon Conservation Initiative @Y2Y_Initiative]

Do human actions affect how female wolverines move and reproduce? We've partnered with Wolverine Watch on a multi-year research project on wolverine populations, reproduction and connectivity in areas of B.C. and Alberta. https://t.co/RiGCTB1Rv1
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[C2C-BC @C2C_BC]

On September 23rd, our friends at the Outdoor Learning Store are hosting Indigenous Advisor Faye O'Neil for a free virtual workshop on Indigenous Resources & Perspectives for Outdoor Learning!

Register today for this free event at: https://t.co/Iv5UDTMXHX

[Dr. Mariana Brussoni @mbrussoni]

New research: What are the support factors and barriers for outdoor learning in schools? Led by @HELP_UBC's Dr. Eva Oberle with @Roomtoplay & Fritha Munday.
Free access for first 50 downloads:
https://t.co/5LLJR7KCGL

[BC AdventureSmart @BCAdvSmart]

Think before you hike.
#bcstorm #heatwave
https://t.co/R5rQAJRaSU

[Outdoor Play Canada @OutdoorPlayCA]

Are you a grant-seeking outdoor play organization? Check out this report collaboratively produced by @Lawson_Fdn and @OutdoorPlayCA on funding for the sector!
#outdoorplay

[Take Me Outside @takemeoutside]

"Children need to remain active throughout the day; promoting outdoor play allows them to get #FreshAir and explore their environment more. #HandsOnLearning, the natural environment and loose parts in the outdoors stimulate the senses through what they hear, touch, see and feel"

[C2C-BC @C2C_BC]

Calling all secondary level educators!

Register for this free Pro D workshop on ocean conservation, the SDGs and diversity in ocean conservation! 🌊

Happening next week, August 17th from 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM PDT.

https://t.co/DuwRj34C87

[The Outdoor Learning School & Store @TheOLStore]

21 actions you can take in the 21 days leading up to National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21

🧡 DAY 5 🧡

Explore Native Land Maps which highlight First Nations in your area .
👉 https://t.co/XxM696Flzz

[Scout Island Nature Centre @ScoutNature]

Or listen to them and others in this music video they were part of. https://t.co/8Cq5wW8CO0

[Scout Island Nature Centre @ScoutNature]

We can’t think of a better set of voices to hear from on #EarthDay2021 than those of the people who will inherit it, the youth. Read this @CBCKids article https://t.co/lnfbOc6XWP to hear what they have to say.

[C2C-BC @C2C_BC]

Are you an educator or teacher candidate with a deep commitment to environmental education?

Tell your story and apply to win an award for your work! Submit your application by Friday, May 7, 2021 to Natural Curiosity.

For more information visit: https://t.co/SN00jTBJvv

[EEPSA @EEPSA]

Check out this free virtual workshop with @perfinker on April 20 -- register here: https://t.co/MfmuF8U8Mp

#WalkingCurriculum #bcedchat #bclearns

[Scout Island Nature Centre @ScoutNature]

@Teacher__Tess @SD27_CC It’s our pleasure to host you and your students. Our classroom is your classroom.

[WLCC @WilliamsLakeCC]

1/ The best way, under our current political & economic systems, to protect nature may well be the granting of Personhood with the right to take legal action in response to threatened development. @EcologyAction @ecelaw
https://t.co/jGT6QTWo6O

[C2C-BC @C2C_BC]

Are you interested in integrating the UN SDGs to support meaningful place-based learning?🌎

On March 9th, join teachers from across Metro Vancouver to share ideas and explore strategies and current practices for integrating the SDGs into your classroom!

https://t.co/Ncqdm6tfKr

[NatureKids BC @NatureKidsBC]

Hoping to get a glimpse into the elusive life of salmon in urban streams & creeks?
Urban Salmon is a photography project by Fernando Lessa, designed to document the keystone species in urban areas.
Watch the premiere of his short film on March 4th - https://t.co/YuhO9LHeol

[C2C-BC @C2C_BC]

#EECOM2021 is now open for early bird registration! Experience over 100 leading environmental education speakers across 70+ sessions online from April 21-24, 2021. Plus, connect with attendees through special Nuit Verte social events.

Register today: https://t.co/OlcxIDNaE4

[Take Me Outside @takemeoutside]

Have you ever made a sound map? This is a great way to extend a sit spot activity, engage our senses and add in some art skills! Head outside with a clipboard, some paper and a pencil and pick a nice spot. Close your eyes, relax, and listen: what do you hear?
#TMOWinterChallenge