Let March madness begin!

Spring Break is almost upon us. The weather is *supposed* to turn warmer. The kids will be out of school and the time change is upon us. Longer days, new beginnings and new challenges. If you are still looking for something to keep your children busy during the last part of March we have pulled some ideas offering new adventures.

Wildlife Weeks at the Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre

Get inspired! Get educated! Get involved! Learn about the rich biodiversity of our planet from the experts who care for wildlife. Plan to arrive early as space is limited and admission is on a first come basis. Suggested donation: $2 per person or $5 per family. Lynn Canyon Ecology CentreSunday, March 17Scales and CoilsNoon to 4 pmPresented by: Westcoast Reptile Education SocietyCome to Lynn Canyon Ecology Centre open house to meet reptiles from around the world and get a peak into their fascinating lives. Monday, March 18Wild About Mason Bees1:30 pmPresented by: Taren UrquartNative bees are our most important pollinators. Attract friendly mason bees to your garden by making them a bee house. Tuesday, March 19HighFlyers - Birds of Prey1 pmPresented by: OWL RescueOwl is dedicated to the rescue, rehabilitation and release of raptors. Discover how OWL volunteers save the lives of over 700 raptors each year and meet an owl and a hawk.Wednesday, March 20Orangutan Rescue1:30 pmPresented by: Jacqueline Sunderland GrovesLearn how the Borneo Orangutan Survival Foundation gives hundreds of orphaned orangutans a second chance to survive in the wild.Friday, March 22Bear Aware10:30 amPresented by: North Shore Black Bear SocietyLearn how to stay safe and get along with our black bear neighbours.Tuesday, March 26Leave it to Beavers1:30 pmPresented by: FurBearersDiscover why our national animal is also an ecological superhero.Wednesday, March 28Making a Splash2:30 pmPresented by: Wild Ocean Whale SocietyWhales, dolphins, and sea lions, oh my! Discover who's swimming in the waters around Vancouver. There will also be an optional marine wildlife field-trip associated with this presentation. Saturday, March 30. 10 am to 12 pm at Whytecliff Park. Spring Break Mini-Camps March 18-20Nature Investigators9:30 am-12:30 pm. For ages 5 to 8Cost: $69.50. To register phone 604-990-3755Come and be a nature detective in Lynn Canyon Park. Learn about tracking, uncover the hidden habitats of animals, play games, and create nature crafts as we ramble along the forest trails.March 25-27Animal Builders9:30 am to 12:30 pm. For ages 5 to 8Cost: $69.50. To register phone 604-990-3755From caddisflies to crows, discover how animals construct their own temperate rainforest homes. Explore the forest looking for signs of animal homes, and learn how you can help our local wildlife get ready for the springtime building boom.Bricks4kidz building and coding campsMarch 18-22, 9 am-12 pmJunior Robotics & CodingAge 6-11 yrs1277 Lynn Valley Road (Lynn Valley Village)Robotics & Coding introduces kids to robotics and provides a hands-on learning experience that engages children's creative thinking, teamwork, and problem-solving. Campers build Lego models featuring working motors and sensors and program their models with drag-and-drop software.https://my.bricks4kidz.com/index.php?action=classdetail&record=213224 March 18-22, 2019, 1-4 pmEverything is Awesome!Age 5-10 yrs1277 Lynn Valley Road (Lynn Valley Village)This camp has a different theme every day, and campers will build Bricks 4 Kidz models using LEGO bricks. Join them for models ranging from bumper carts, battle tops and helicopters!https://my.bricks4kidz.com/index.php?action=classdetail&record=213225 March 25-29, 9 am-12 pm LEGO Mindstorms EV3 Age 9-15yrs1277 Lynn Valley Road (Lynn Valley Village)Campers will use the LEGO Mindstorms EV3 product to introduce and advance campers through robotics and coding. Program focuses on how robotics and technology can make life easier in a modern city. Build robots using Mindstorms EV3 electronic bricks and programming with different sensors and software.https://my.bricks4kidz.com/index.php?action=classdetail&record=213226 March 25-29, 9 am-12 pmTicket to Ride5-10yrs3590 Mountain Highway (Lynn Valley Community Centre)Get your ticket to ride at Bricks 4 Kidz's very own Lego Amusement Park! Campers will build a new ride each day, learning how to make models spin, turn and rock'n roll. Motorized Lego models maximize the action and fun. Each camp day includes carnival-themed games, group challenges, model building and more! All campers receive a themed Bricks 4 Kidz shirt and camp brag tag!https://my.bricks4kidz.com/index.php?action=classdetail&record=213228 March 25- 29, 1-4 pmStop Motion Movie Making with LEGO Age 7-141277 Lynn Valley Road (Lynn Valley Village)Light, cameras, LEGO® action! Use LEGO® Bricks to tell YOUR story, complete with music, special effects and all your favorite LEGO® mini-figure characters! Students plan, script, stage, shoot, and produce their own mini-movie. Working as a team, students will use LEGO® components to build the set and props, then shoot their movie using a camera. Don't miss your chance to be a movie producer! All campers receive a themed Bricks 4 Kidz shirt and wearable USB drive with all camp-produced movies!https://my.bricks4kidz.com/index.php?action=classdetail&record=213227Hit the trails Last year we profiled all the great options offered by Escape Adventures that post will give you insight into all the action and adventure campers experience with Escape Adventures. Some of the programs may have changed so get all the latest details on 2019 programs here.

Looking for more?

There's always something fun and exciting happening in Lynn Valley. Check out our Community Events Calendar or learn more about Local Activities, Mountain Biking or Hiking and Walking Trails.