Science in the Park – RDN Big Qualicum River Regional Trail
Englishman River Regional ParkExplore RDN parks and protected areas with Nanaimo Science’s outreach educators. These all-ages parent participation free drop-in events will have you exploring your parks with nature hikes, explorations of local flora and fauna, science games and art projects. Spectacular Salmon Learn about the salmon lifecycle through crafts, gyotaku fish printing... Read more
Nanaimo Science @ Spawning Day Fundraiser (Nanaimo River Hatchery)
Nanaimo River Hatchery 2775 Rugby Road, Nanaimo, BCJoin us at the Nanaimo River Hatchery (2775 Rugby Road) on Sunday, November 6 from 10 am to 3 pm and enjoy salmon-themed activities, concession BBQ and salmon fry release (by donation). This event supports the hatchery with its operations and public programs.
FREE! Super Science Suppertime: Flight Edition!
Country Club Centre - Unit 2 (near Food Court) 3200 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, BC - British Columbia, CanadaIt’s a bird! It’s a plane! It’s Super Science Suppertime! Come explore the world of flight with Nanaimo Science! This free event features hands-on, drop-in activities for kids of all ages and their parents! Super Science Supper Time takes place in Unit 2, next to the Food Court, from 5pm to 8pm
Nanaimo Science @ Breakfast with Santa! (Country Club Centre)
Country Club Centre - Unit 2 (near Food Court) 3200 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, BC - British Columbia, CanadaJoin us on Sunday, Nov. 27th for our 15th Annual Breakfast with Santa from 9:30 am to 11 am! Christmas Crafts, Strolling Minstrels, Santa, delicious breakfast and "Winter Wonderland" activities with Nanaimo Science! This event supports the Nanaimo Child Development Centre
Date Night – Building Bonanza
Country Club Centre - Unit 2 (near Food Court) 3200 Island Highway North, Nanaimo, BC - British Columbia, CanadaParents - enjoy a quiet night out while kids have fun at Nanaimo Science! Children ages 6-12 Schedule: Check-in/Drop-off: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM Free play (Keva blocks, PlusPlus) & dinner from home. Science activities 6:00 - 8:00 PM Kids will enjoy designing and building at different stations, learning how... Read more
Winter Break Camps – “Wizards & Wonder”
Nanaimo Science "Lab"December 19 - 23, 2022 Who wouldn't want to spend Winter Break at Hogwarts?! Join us for a week of magnificent magic as we enjoy STEM activities based on the "Harry Potter" books! Make a snitch fly, learn about owls, and hide secret messages like in Tom Riddle's diary! Daily... Read more
Winter Break Camps – LEGO Robotics Camp
Nanaimo Science 3200 North Island Highway, Nanaimo, BC, CanadaDecember 19 - 23, 2022 Join us for an amazing time filled with building, coding, and having fun! Campers will begin with LEGO WeDo sets to learn the basics of LEGO Robotics, then graduate to Extension or Boost sets. Experienced LEGO builders (children who have completed LEGO camps with us... Read more
Winter Break Camps – Daily STEM Exploration Camp
Nanaimo Science "Lab"December 26 through 30, 2022 Build, create & discover with Nanaimo Science! Every day, we will be taking on new STEM activities with our scientists. Daily outdoor time during lunch/recess and additional fun activities will help round out our days unless the weather does not permit a safe walk to... Read more
Winter Break Camps – Minecraft Camp
Nanaimo Science 3200 North Island Highway, Nanaimo, BC, CanadaDecember 26 - 30, 2022 Minecraft camp will have kids exploring the world of Minecraft! From exploring GPS coordinates and geological features, to learning about animals that feature in the game - this camp will bring to life the science behind the world in Minecraft. Minecraft-themed crafts will also be part... Read more
Winter Break Camps – Daily STEM Exploration Camp
Nanaimo Science "Lab"January 2 through 9 2023 Build, create & discover with Nanaimo Science! Every day, we will be taking on new STEM activities with our scientists. Daily outdoor time during lunch/recess and additional fun activities will help round out our days unless the weather does not permit a safe walk to... Read more
Winter Break Camps – Daily STEM Exploration Camp
Nanaimo Science "Lab"January 2 through 9 2023 Build, create & discover with Nanaimo Science! Every day, we will be taking on new STEM activities with our scientists. Daily outdoor time during lunch/recess and additional fun activities will help round out our days unless the weather does not permit a safe walk to... Read more
April 10 (Easter Monday) – Cool Chemistry (1-day camp)
Nanaimo Science 3200 North Island Highway, Nanaimo, BC, CanadaJoin us for a day of solutions and mixtures, acids and bases, reactions and fun! Kids will love this introduction to chemistry concepts, with lots of hands-on experiments and demonstrations! Lunch/recess will be held outdoors when weather permits, which will include a walk to Long Lake (approximately 15 minutes each way,... Read more
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