Hobbies, Crafts & Games
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Camping Safety: How to Protect Yourself and the Environment
Wed Jun 23, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join the Parks Canada Learn-to Camp team for tips and tricks on staying safe, and being respectful, in the outdoors. Whether camping for a week or hiking for a day, we recommend some important safety consideration...
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Crafting Circle
Thu Jun 24, 2021 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Join our virtual crafting circle where we will be discussing knitting, crocheting, and cross stitching. Beginners and experts welcome! We will discuss projects, resources and techniques. You can ask questions, share your ow...
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Intro to Birding: With or Without Binoculars (Part 1)
Tue Jun 29, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Get closer to nature through birding, the enjoyment of observing and listening to these feathery creatures. Learn how to get started with this popular activity from the comfort of your home or by discovering popul...
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Animal Aware: How to Camp with Wildlife Nearby
Thu Jul 08, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Join the Parks Canada Learn-to Camp team to explore how to share our natural spaces with animals and how to prevent any negative experiences with local wildlife. We will help you understand how to be smart around...
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Bird Sounds: Understand Your Feathered Neighbours
Wed Jul 14, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Listen to the sounds of spring! Join us for an interactive presentation about how birds communicate. Enjoy interesting bird songs, calls and more, and learn some tips to remember them! Presented by the Toronto and...
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Introduction to Game Development
Tue Jul 20, 2021 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Have you ever thought about designing your own digital game? Join gblekkenhorst, a narrative artist working in comics and game design with ten years of experience, and discover the basics of game design. ...
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Species At Risk in the Urban Jungle
Wed Jul 21, 2021 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Did you know the Toronto Area is home to many rare and Threatened animals? Learn about some of the Species-At-Risk that share your city, neighbourhood or even your home! From Chimney Swifts to Red-sided Dace, the...
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The Rouge: Canada's First National Urban Park
Wed Jul 28, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Canada's first and only National Urban Park is located right in the Greater Toronto Area! Join the Parks Canada Learn-to team as we discuss what makes a National Urban Park unique, and how Rouge National Urban Park...
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Know Before You Go: Your First Frontcountry Camping Trip
Wed Aug 04, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join the Parks Canada Learn-to Camp team to discover the basics of frontcountry camping! Together, we will explore how to safely try camping for the first time. We will cover topics such as necessary equipment, co...
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Camping Safety: How to Protect Yourself and the Environment
Tue Aug 10, 2021 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Join the Parks Canada Learn-to Camp team for tips and tricks on staying safe, and being respectful, in the outdoors. Whether camping for a week or hiking for a day, we recommend some important safety consideration...