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Special Events

Inspired happenings

In addition to our Wild & Immersive programming, we also host a variety of special events year round to educate and entertain our communities. From holiday-themed kids’ adventures to enlightening evenings for adults – we have something for the whole family.

Come to the Malcolm Knapp Research Forest in Maple Ridge or the Alex Fraser Research Forest in Williams Lake and enjoy some fun and educational activities with us.

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children walking up a forest trail dressed for the weather in their rain jackets and boots

Outdoor Preparedness: How to Dress, Pack, and Equip Kids for Any Weather

July 14, 2026Kids & Families, Maple Ridge, Williams Lake
When kids are well-prepared to be outside with the proper clothing and the right outdoor essentials, they are set up to learn, have fun and enjoy their experience being outside. But it can be ...
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Yarrow plant with white flowers and yellow centres, one of the common plants in Williams Lake forests

Forest Plants in Williams Lake: A Guide for Budding Botanists

June 4, 2026June 4, 2026Conservation & Nature, Williams Lake
Plant life thrives in the lush forests throughout Williams Lake and the Cariboo region. This ...
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Forest Birds in Williams Lake: A Guide for Budding Ornithologists

February 26, 2026February 26, 2026Conservation & Nature, Williams Lake
There is certainly no shortage of forest-dwelling birds in and around Williams lake. Well ...
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Resources for Getting Kids Outside Year-Round

October 27, 2025October 27, 2025Kids & Families, Maple Ridge, Outdoor Learning & Education, Williams Lake
Spending time outside isn’t just for fun – it helps kids move their bodies, focus better, and ...
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amanita muscaria mushrooms growing on the forest floor in williams lake bc

Mushroom Identification in Williams Lake: A Guide for Budding Mycologists

September 8, 2025Conservation & Nature, Williams Lake
Take a walk in the forests around Williams Lake and you might notice colourful shapes peeking ...
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795 Campbell Rd,
Williams Lake, BC
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