Programs & Events
Summer 2025
Guided Helliwell Hike *am*
Come explore the unique and powerful beauty that is Helliwell park. From the old growth Douglas fir woods to the Garry oak meadows and the sea bluffs over the Salish Sea, this isn't a place to miss.
Our guide and educator, Chaya, will walk you through the natural history and wonders of this park to give you a deeper connection and understanding of an important part of our little island.
All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Depart: 10:00am
Return: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Bring weather appropriate clothes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Guided Helliwell Hike *pm*
Come explore the unique and powerful beauty that is Helliwell park. From the old growth Douglas fir woods to the Garry oak meadows and the sea bluffs over the Salish Sea, this isn't a place to miss.
Our guide and educator, Chaya, will walk you through the natural history and wonders of this park to give you a deeper connection and understanding of an important part of our little island.
All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Depart: 1:00pm
Return: 2:30pm
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Bring weather appropriate clothes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Humpbacks of Hornby: History and Update
Hornby Island has a long and complicated history when it comes to our beautiful friends, the humpback whales. This walk will take you through the history of whaling in the Strait of Georgia, the effects it has had on our oceans, and an update on where our whales are at now.
All Ages Welcome.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes including beach appropriate shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:30am
Ends: 11:30am
Pre-Registration Is Required.
Tickets:
$20 per Adult
Youth Under 18 are Free
Beach Art (Youth 7+)
One of the best places to have fun and be creative is on the beach, which is why we have created this program to encourage kids to be innovative and inventive outside. We will explore textures, shapes, materials and 2D and 3D art while also allowing for the kids to take the initiative in their visions and ideas.
Ages 7+
Please arrive 15 minutes early and bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
We meet in the main parking lot of Tribune Bay Provincial Park.
Start Time: 1:00pm
End Time: 2:30pm
Forest Detective (Youth 7+)
This is an interactive forest walk that will engage and educate children on some of the more important species in our woods here on Hornby Island.
Through a type of treasure hunt, we will wander through a lesser-known trail where we can see three types of forest ecosystems all in a short span of time.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection. We meet in the main parking lot of Tribune Bay Provincial Park.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
Tickets: $15
Animal Adaptation Games (Youth 7+)
This program invites curious young minds (ages 7 and up) to fall in love with the wild.
Through playful games, lively storytelling, and open-hearted exploration, we uncover the secrets of animal adaptations. How local creatures survive, thrive, and adapt to our unique landscape.
Kids get to engage in outdoor play and get to walk away with a stronger understanding and a lasting connection to the natural world.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes, including water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
These games require a minimum of three participants to run. In the event that less youth are registered, other games will be run or a refund will be offered.
Tickets: $15
Sacred Water with Heather Royal-Brant
Join Indigenous educator Heather Royal-Brandt for an enriching session in our ongoing series, Looking at the Environment through an Indigenous Lens. Together, we’ll explore traditional teachings, deepening our understanding of land, kinship, and our shared responsibility to care for Mother Earth. This is an opportunity to listen, reflect, and reconnect with the natural world through a perspective rooted in ancestral knowledge.
Animal Adaptation Games (Youth 7+)
This program invites curious young minds (ages 7 and up) to fall in love with the wild.
Through playful games, lively storytelling, and open-hearted exploration, we uncover the secrets of animal adaptations. How local creatures survive, thrive, and adapt to our unique landscape.
Kids get to engage in outdoor play and get to walk away with a stronger understanding and a lasting connection to the natural world.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes, including water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
These games require a minimum of three participants to run. In the event that less youth are registered, other games will be run or a refund will be offered.
Tickets: $15
Guided Helliwell Hike *am*
Come explore the unique and powerful beauty that is Helliwell park. From the old growth Douglas fir woods to the Garry oak meadows and the sea bluffs over the Salish Sea, this isn't a place to miss.
Our guide and educator, Chaya, will walk you through the natural history and wonders of this park to give you a deeper connection and understanding of an important part of our little island.
All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Depart: 10:00am
Return: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Bring weather appropriate clothes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Guided Helliwell Hike *pm*
Come explore the unique and powerful beauty that is Helliwell park. From the old growth Douglas fir woods to the Garry oak meadows and the sea bluffs over the Salish Sea, this isn't a place to miss.
Our guide and educator, Chaya, will walk you through the natural history and wonders of this park to give you a deeper connection and understanding of an important part of our little island.
All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Depart: 1:00pm
Return: 2:30pm
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Bring weather appropriate clothes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Intertidal Exploration for Families
Some of the most diverse and interesting creatures thrive in the intertidal zones around Hornby's beaches. Join our guide, Chaya, who will show you the hidden gems that can be found, if you know where to look.
This is a great program for curious kids and adults, who want to know and see more of this beautiful island and the animals and seaweed that live here.
All Ages Welcome.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
Tickets:
$15 for a Family of 2
$20 for a Family of 3
$25 for a Family of 4
$30 for a Family of 5
Beach Art (Youth 7+)
One of the best places to have fun and be creative is on the beach, which is why we have created this program to encourage kids to be innovative and inventive outside. We will explore textures, shapes, materials and 2D and 3D art while also allowing for the kids to take the initiative in their visions and ideas.
Ages 7+
Please arrive 15 minutes early and bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
We meet in the main parking lot of Tribune Bay Provincial Park.
Start Time: 1:00pm
End Time: 2:30pm
Forest Detective (Youth 7+)
This is an interactive forest walk that will engage and educate children on some of the more important species in our woods here on Hornby Island.
Through a type of treasure hunt, we will wander through a lesser-known trail where we can see three types of forest ecosystems all in a short span of time.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection. We meet in the main parking lot of Tribune Bay Provincial Park.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
Tickets: $15
Animal Adaptation Games (Youth 7+)
This program invites curious young minds (ages 7 and up) to fall in love with the wild.
Through playful games, lively storytelling, and open-hearted exploration, we uncover the secrets of animal adaptations. How local creatures survive, thrive, and adapt to our unique landscape.
Kids get to engage in outdoor play and get to walk away with a stronger understanding and a lasting connection to the natural world.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes, including water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
These games require a minimum of three participants to run. In the event that less youth are registered, other games will be run or a refund will be offered.
Tickets: $15
Animal Adaptation Games (Youth 7+)
This program invites curious young minds (ages 7 and up) to fall in love with the wild.
Through playful games, lively storytelling, and open-hearted exploration, we uncover the secrets of animal adaptations. How local creatures survive, thrive, and adapt to our unique landscape.
Kids get to engage in outdoor play and get to walk away with a stronger understanding and a lasting connection to the natural world.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes, including water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
These games require a minimum of three participants to run. In the event that less youth are registered, other games will be run or a refund will be offered.
Tickets: $15
Walking in a Lichen Wonderland with Felicity Roberts
Discover the wild, weird and magical world of lichen. Herbalist and lichenista Felicity Roberts will guide you on a journey through the forms, functions and mysteries of these unique creatures.
There will be a guided walk at 3pm after the lecture, with only 7 spots available.
Pre-Registration is required.
Children welcome.
No Dogs.
Lecture Tickets: $15
Walk Tickets: $15
Guided Helliwell Hike *am*
Come explore the unique and powerful beauty that is Helliwell park. From the old growth Douglas fir woods to the Garry oak meadows and the sea bluffs over the Salish Sea, this isn't a place to miss.
Our guide and educator, Chaya, will walk you through the natural history and wonders of this park to give you a deeper connection and understanding of an important part of our little island.
All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Depart: 10:00am
Return: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Bring weather appropriate clothes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Guided Helliwell Hike *pm*
Come explore the unique and powerful beauty that is Helliwell park. From the old growth Douglas fir woods to the Garry oak meadows and the sea bluffs over the Salish Sea, this isn't a place to miss.
Our guide and educator, Chaya, will walk you through the natural history and wonders of this park to give you a deeper connection and understanding of an important part of our little island.
All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Depart: 1:00pm
Return: 2:30pm
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Bring weather appropriate clothes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Beach Art (Youth 7+)
One of the best places to have fun and be creative is on the beach, which is why we have created this program to encourage kids to be innovative and inventive outside. We will explore textures, shapes, materials and 2D and 3D art while also allowing for the kids to take the initiative in their visions and ideas.
Ages 7+
Please arrive 15 minutes early and bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
We meet in the main parking lot of Tribune Bay Provincial Park.
Start Time: 1:00pm
End Time: 2:30pm
Voices for the Islands with Sheila Harrington
Join author Sheila Harrington for an illuminating talk and reading of her latest book, Voices for the Islands: Thirty Years of Nature Conservation on the Salish Sea. Enjoy some great photography of the islands and its wildlife as she reads three engaging sections from the book, including some early history of the Conservancy Hornby Island.
Hear about Sheila's inspiring sailing trips to detail the legacies of founders and current conservationists on seventeen local islands, featuring Hornby Island in her reading. Celebrate the stories of these dedicated islanders! Learn about the community's challenges and successes as well as their methods and tools for protecting these precious natural places. Books will be available for purchase at the event.
"In these troubling times of climate change and biodiversity loss, Harrington's book is an uplifting testament to how individuals and communities working together to protect what they cherish can make an incalculable difference." SARAH COX, author of Signs of Life and Breaching the Peace
This event is sponsored by Hornby Island's Natural History Society, with ticket sales going to Conservancy Hornby Island, with support from the Canada Council for the Arts, the Canadian Writer's Union, and Heritage House publishing.
Pre-registration is appreciated.
Remaining tickets will be available at the door. Until sold out.
Animal Adaptation Games (Youth 7+)
This program invites curious young minds (ages 7 and up) to fall in love with the wild.
Through playful games, lively storytelling, and open-hearted exploration, we uncover the secrets of animal adaptations. How local creatures survive, thrive, and adapt to our unique landscape.
Kids get to engage in outdoor play and get to walk away with a stronger understanding and a lasting connection to the natural world.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes, including water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
These games require a minimum of three participants to run. In the event that less youth are registered, other games will be run or a refund will be offered.
Tickets: $15
Animal Adaptation Games (Youth 7+)
This program invites curious young minds (ages 7 and up) to fall in love with the wild.
Through playful games, lively storytelling, and open-hearted exploration, we uncover the secrets of animal adaptations. How local creatures survive, thrive, and adapt to our unique landscape.
Kids get to engage in outdoor play and get to walk away with a stronger understanding and a lasting connection to the natural world.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes, including water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
These games require a minimum of three participants to run. In the event that less youth are registered, other games will be run or a refund will be offered.
Tickets: $15
Forest Detective (Youth 7+)
This is an interactive forest walk that will engage and educate children on some of the more important species in our woods here on Hornby Island.
Through a type of treasure hunt, we will wander through a lesser-known trail where we can see three types of forest ecosystems all in a short span of time.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection. We meet in the main parking lot of Tribune Bay Provincial Park.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
Tickets: $15
Beach Art (Youth 7+)
One of the best places to have fun and be creative is on the beach, which is why we have created this program to encourage kids to be innovative and inventive outside. We will explore textures, shapes, materials and 2D and 3D art while also allowing for the kids to take the initiative in their visions and ideas.
Ages 7+
Please arrive 15 minutes early and bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
We meet in the main parking lot of Tribune Bay Provincial Park.
Start Time: 1:00pm
End Time: 2:30pm
Intertidal Exploration for Families
Some of the most diverse and interesting creatures thrive in the intertidal zones around Hornby's beaches. Join our guide, Chaya, who will show you the hidden gems that can be found, if you know where to look.
This is a great program for curious kids and adults, who want to know and see more of this beautiful island and the animals and seaweed that live here.
All Ages Welcome.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
Tickets:
$15 for a Family of 2
$20 for a Family of 3
$25 for a Family of 4
$30 for a Family of 5
Guided Helliwell Hike *pm*
Come explore the unique and powerful beauty that is Helliwell park. From the old growth Douglas fir woods to the Garry oak meadows and the sea bluffs over the Salish Sea, this isn't a place to miss.
Our guide and educator, Chaya, will walk you through the natural history and wonders of this park to give you a deeper connection and understanding of an important part of our little island.
All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Depart: 1:00pm
Return: 2:30pm
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Bring weather appropriate clothes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Guided Helliwell Hike *am*
Come explore the unique and powerful beauty that is Helliwell park. From the old growth Douglas fir woods to the Garry oak meadows and the sea bluffs over the Salish Sea, this isn't a place to miss.
Our guide and educator, Chaya, will walk you through the natural history and wonders of this park to give you a deeper connection and understanding of an important part of our little island.
All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Depart: 10:00am
Return: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Bring weather appropriate clothes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Our Friends the Crows & Ravens with June Hunter
Back by popular demand, Join us in what is bound to be an intriguing blend of science and storytelling as June introduces us to her Corvid neighbours. From their eerie intelligence to their complex social lives, June weaves personal observation with current research to explore what makes these birds so compelling—and how they continue to shape, and be shaped by, the landscapes we share.
Tickets: $15
Pre-Registration Required.
Animal Adaptation Games (Youth 7+)
This program invites curious young minds (ages 7 and up) to fall in love with the wild.
Through playful games, lively storytelling, and open-hearted exploration, we uncover the secrets of animal adaptations. How local creatures survive, thrive, and adapt to our unique landscape.
Kids get to engage in outdoor play and get to walk away with a stronger understanding and a lasting connection to the natural world.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes, including water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
These games require a minimum of three participants to run. In the event that less youth are registered, other games will be run or a refund will be offered.
Tickets: $15
Animal Adaptation Games (Youth 7+)
This program invites curious young minds (ages 7 and up) to fall in love with the wild.
Through playful games, lively storytelling, and open-hearted exploration, we uncover the secrets of animal adaptations. How local creatures survive, thrive, and adapt to our unique landscape.
Kids get to engage in outdoor play and get to walk away with a stronger understanding and a lasting connection to the natural world.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes, including water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
These games require a minimum of three participants to run. In the event that less youth are registered, other games will be run or a refund will be offered.
Tickets: $15
Forest Detective (Youth 7+)
This is an interactive forest walk that will engage and educate children on some of the more important species in our woods here on Hornby Island.
Through a type of treasure hunt, we will wander through a lesser-known trail where we can see three types of forest ecosystems all in a short span of time.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection. We meet in the main parking lot of Tribune Bay Provincial Park.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
Tickets: $15
An Update on Hornby Shore Birds with Paige Monteiro
Join Paige Monteiro for a fascinating look into the latest research on Hornby’s feathered friends. Drawing from the latest field research, Paige will share insights into migration patterns, habitat shifts, and the delicate balance these birds maintain in our coastal ecosystem.
Pre-registration Required.
Tickets: $15
Animal Adaptation Games (Youth 7+)
This program invites curious young minds (ages 7 and up) to fall in love with the wild.
Through playful games, lively storytelling, and open-hearted exploration, we uncover the secrets of animal adaptations. How local creatures survive, thrive, and adapt to our unique landscape.
Kids get to engage in outdoor play and get to walk away with a stronger understanding and a lasting connection to the natural world.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes, including water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
These games require a minimum of three participants to run. In the event that less youth are registered, other games will be run or a refund will be offered.
Tickets: $15
Animal Adaptation Games (Youth 7+)
This program invites curious young minds (ages 7 and up) to fall in love with the wild.
Through playful games, lively storytelling, and open-hearted exploration, we uncover the secrets of animal adaptations. How local creatures survive, thrive, and adapt to our unique landscape.
Kids get to engage in outdoor play and get to walk away with a stronger understanding and a lasting connection to the natural world.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes, including water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
These games require a minimum of three participants to run. In the event that less youth are registered, other games will be run or a refund will be offered.
Tickets: $15
Every Tuesday at 1pm & Thursday at 10am through July.
Forest Detective (Youth 7+)
This is an interactive forest walk that will engage and educate children on some of the more important species in our woods here on Hornby Island.
Through a type of treasure hunt, we will wander through a lesser-known trail where we can see three types of forest ecosystems all in a short span of time.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection. We meet in the main parking lot of Tribune Bay Provincial Park.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
Tickets: $15
Beach Art (Youth 7+)
One of the best places to have fun and be creative is on the beach, which is why we have created this program to encourage kids to be innovative and inventive outside. We will explore textures, shapes, materials and 2D and 3D art while also allowing for the kids to take the initiative in their visions and ideas.
Ages 7+
Please arrive 15 minutes early and bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Start Time: 1:00pm
End Time: 2:30pm
Every Saturday through July.
Intertidal Exploration for Families
Some of the most diverse and interesting creatures thrive in the intertidal zones around Hornby's beaches. Join our guide, Chaya, who will show you the hidden gems that can be found, if you know where to look.
This is a great program for curious kids and adults, who want to know and see more of this beautiful island and the animals and seaweed that live here.
All Ages Welcome.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
Tickets:
$15 for a Family of 2
$20 for a Family of 3
$25 for a Family of 4
$30 for a Family of 5
Guided Helliwell Hike *pm*
Come explore the unique and powerful beauty that is Helliwell park. From the old growth Douglas fir woods to the Garry oak meadows and the sea bluffs over the Salish Sea, this isn't a place to miss.
Our guide and educator, Chaya, will walk you through the natural history and wonders of this park to give you a deeper connection and understanding of an important part of our little island.
All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Depart: 1:00pm
Return: 2:30pm
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Bring weather appropriate clothes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Every Friday am/pm through July.
Guided Helliwell Hike *am*
Come explore the unique and powerful beauty that is Helliwell park. From the old growth Douglas fir woods to the Garry oak meadows and the sea bluffs over the Salish Sea, this isn't a place to miss.
Our guide and educator, Chaya, will walk you through the natural history and wonders of this park to give you a deeper connection and understanding of an important part of our little island.
All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Depart: 10:00am
Return: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Bring weather appropriate clothes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Every Friday am/pm through July.
Explore Hornby's Intertidal Biology with Steve Macdonald and Bill Roland
Slip on your gumboots and step into the magic of the intertidal. Join local legends Steve Macdonald and Bill Roland for a guided exploration of Hornby’s shorelines. Wander the water’s edge and discover what thrives on, in, and under the coastal shallows. With advanced training in marine biology and decades spent immersed in ecological research Steve and Bill bring a deep reverence and rare knowledge of our coastal ecology.
Pre-Registration is Required.
Tickets: $15
Animal Adaptation Games (Youth 7+)
This program invites curious young minds (ages 7 and up) to fall in love with the wild.
Through playful games, lively storytelling, and open-hearted exploration, we uncover the secrets of animal adaptations. How local creatures survive, thrive, and adapt to our unique landscape.
Kids get to engage in outdoor play and get to walk away with a stronger understanding and a lasting connection to the natural world.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes, including water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
These games require a minimum of three participants to run. In the event that less youth are registered, other games will be run or a refund will be offered.
Tickets: $15
Every Tuesday at 1pm & Thursday at 10am through July.
Animal Adaptation Games (Youth 7+)
This program invites curious young minds (ages 7 and up) to fall in love with the wild.
Through playful games, lively storytelling, and open-hearted exploration, we uncover the secrets of animal adaptations. How local creatures survive, thrive, and adapt to our unique landscape.
Kids get to engage in outdoor play and get to walk away with a stronger understanding and a lasting connection to the natural world.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes, including water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
These games require a minimum of three participants to run. In the event that less youth are registered, other games will be run or a refund will be offered.
Tickets: $15
Every Tuesday at 1pm & Thursday at 10am through July.
Forest Detective (Youth 7+)
This is an interactive forest walk that will engage and educate children on some of the more important species in our woods here on Hornby Island.
Through a type of treasure hunt, we will wander through a lesser-known trail where we can see three types of forest ecosystems all in a short span of time.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection. We meet in the parking lot of Tribune Bay Provincial Park.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
Tickets: $15
Beach Art (Youth 7+)
One of the best places to have fun and be creative is on the beach, which is why we have created this program to encourage kids to be innovative and inventive outside. We will explore textures, shapes, materials and 2D and 3D art while also allowing for the kids to take the initiative in their visions and ideas.
Ages 7+
Please arrive 15 minutes early and bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Start Time: 1:00pm
End Time: 2:30pm
Every Saturday through July.
Intertidal Exploration for Families
Some of the most diverse and interesting creatures thrive in the intertidal zones around Hornby's beaches. Join our guide, Chaya, who will show you the hidden gems that can be found, if you know where to look.
This is a great program for curious kids and adults, who want to know and see more of this beautiful island and the animals and seaweed that live here.
All Ages Welcome.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes including water shoes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
Tickets:
$15 for a Family of 2
$20 for a Family of 3
$25 for a Family of 4
$30 for a Family of 5
Guided Helliwell Hike *pm*
Come explore the unique and powerful beauty that is Helliwell park. From the old growth Douglas fir woods to the Garry oak meadows and the sea bluffs over the Salish Sea, this isn't a place to miss.
Our guide and educator, Chaya, will walk you through the natural history and wonders of this park to give you a deeper connection and understanding of an important part of our little island.
All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Depart: 1:00pm
Return: 2:30pm
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Bring weather appropriate clothes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Every Friday am/pm through July.
Guided Helliwell Hike *am*
Come explore the unique and powerful beauty that is Helliwell park. From the old growth Douglas fir woods to the Garry oak meadows and the sea bluffs over the Salish Sea, this isn't a place to miss.
Our guide and educator, Chaya, will walk you through the natural history and wonders of this park to give you a deeper connection and understanding of an important part of our little island.
All ages welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Depart: 10:00am
Return: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Bring weather appropriate clothes, water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Every Friday am/pm through July.
Water Stewardship on Hornby Island with Michelle Nakano
Where, Why, and How to Do it. Fresh, potable water sources are limited on Hornby and reducing and reusing it both indoors and outside will help conserve this finite resource. Join water steward and landscape horticulture educator Michelle Nakano for an update on the quantity and quality of island water, and learn the practices to implement before winter to slow down rainfall for infiltration, filtration, storage and recharge of Hornby’s groundwater.
Pre-Registration Required.
Tickets: $15
Animal Adaptation Games (Youth 7+)
This program invites curious young minds (ages 7 and up) to fall in love with the wild.
Through playful games, lively storytelling, and open-hearted exploration, we uncover the secrets of animal adaptations. How local creatures survive, thrive, and adapt to our unique landscape.
Kids get to engage in outdoor play and get to walk away with a stronger understanding and a lasting connection to the natural world.
Ages 7+.
Please bring weather appropriate clothes, including water, sunscreen and sun protection.
Starts: 10:00am
Ends: 11:30am
Please arrive 15 minutes early.
Pre-Registration Is Required.
These games require a minimum of three participants to run. In the event that less youth are registered, other games will be run or a refund will be offered.
Tickets: $15
Every Tuesday at 1pm & Thursday at 10am through July.