Magnificent Mushrooms

Beneath every forest lies a complex underground communication and transportation network, connecting fungi to other trees and plants along the Fraser! Learn about the wonders of mushroom anatomy, identify distinguishable features of common mushrooms, and discover how mushroom spores are transported through fun experiments! This month we are headed to Tynehead Regional Park, in Surrey, to learn about mushrooms around the Fraser River!  

This event will take place rain or shine, so please come prepared for the weather.

Registration cost includes admission to the Fraser River Discovery Centre. Pay when you register for this workshop, and the next time you visit the Centre in-person, you will be admitted for free.

WHEN: Saturday, September 12th, 2:00-3:00 PM and with enough interest, another session might be offered at 12:30-1:30PM.

WHERE: Tynehead Regional Park (meeting location at the Serpentine Hollow Parking Lot, Surrey, BC)

WHAT:  

• Learn about mushroom anatomy. 
• Observe mushroom features while on a mushroom walk. 
• Experiment with different spore transportation methods. 

WHO: While everyone is welcome, this workshop is aimed at children and their families. 

COST: Includes admission to the Discovery Centre. Specific costs are listed below:   

• Family Ticket ($20.00) – for 2 adults and up to 4 children   
• Adult Ticket ($8.00) – Adult 19 and older   
• Senior Ticket ($6.00) – Senior 65 and older   
• Student Ticket ($6.00) – Student ID required   
• Child Ticket ($5.00) – children aged 3-12   
• Children 2 and under register for free 

Nature Weaving

Nature is full of colours, textures, and interesting materials to discover! This month, we are headed to Coquitlam River Park to explore nature through weaving. We will create a simple loom, search the park for natural materials, and weave our discoveries into a creation inspired by the world around us!

This event will take place rain or shine, so please come prepared for the weather.

Registration cost includes admission to the Fraser River Discovery Centre. Pay when you register for this workshop, and the next time you visit the Centre in-person, you will be admitted for free.

WHEN: Saturday, October 10th, 2:00-3:00 PM and with enough interest, another session might be offered at 12:30-1:30PM.

WHERE: Coquitlam River Park (meeting location at the Coquitlam River Park Parking Lot, Coquitlam, BC)

WHAT:

• Learn how to make a nature loom.
• Observe the natural materials during a nature walk.
• Learn about the variety of plants around the Fraser River.

WHO: While everyone is welcome, this workshop is aimed at children and their families.

COST: Includes admission to the Discovery Centre. Specific costs are listed below:

• Family Ticket ($20.00) – for 2 adults and up to 4 children
• Adult Ticket ($8.00) – Adult 19 and older
• Senior Ticket ($6.00) – Senior 65 and older
• Student Ticket ($6.00) – Student ID required
• Child Ticket ($5.00) – children aged 3-12
• Children 2 and under register for free

Likin’ Lichen

Did you know some of the oldest living organisms on Earth are quietly growing on rocks and tree bark all around you? Uncover the hidden world of lichens through games, exploration, and close-up investigation. At Campbell Valley Regional Park located in Langley, learners will take a closer look and discover why lichens are vital indicators of healthy ecosystems!

This event will take place rain or shine, so please come prepared for the weather.

Registration cost includes admission to the Fraser River Discovery Centre. Pay when you register for this workshop, and the next time you visit the Centre in-person, you will be admitted for free.

WHEN: Saturday, November 14th, 2:00-3:00 PM and with enough interest, another session might be offered at 12:30-1:30PM.

WHERE: Campbell Valley Regional Park (meeting location at the Campbell Valley Regional Park Parking Lot, Langley, BC)

WHAT:

• Learn about the unique characteristics of lichens.
• Observe lichens growing on rocks and trees.
• Discover how lichens can indicate ecosystem health.

WHO: While everyone is welcome, this workshop is aimed at children and their families.

COST: Includes admission to the Discovery Centre. Specific costs are listed below:

• Family Ticket ($20.00) – for 2 adults and up to 4 children
• Adult Ticket ($8.00) – Adult 19 and older
• Senior Ticket ($6.00) – Senior 65 and older
• Student Ticket ($6.00) – Student ID required
• Child Ticket ($5.00) – children aged 3-12
• Children 2 and under register for free