Homeschooler Monday: Unearthed and Preserved
2025-01-06 09:30 - 22:30 (America/Vancouver) | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Homeschooler Monday – Unearthed and Preserved
Step back in time and discover the secrets of ancient life! In this hands-on program, students will learn about the fascinating world of fossils. They’ll explore how fossils form, the many different types of fossils, look at plaster jackets that protect these delicate finds, and practice cleaning real fossils just like paleontologists. Perfect for young explorers with a love for history and science, this program promises an unforgettable journey into Earth’s prehistoric past!

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Registration open for Science Alliance Spring Break Camps
2025-01-20 09:00 - 2025-03-21 15:00 | The Exploration Place website
Registration for Science Alliance Spring Break Camps, running from March 17–28, opens this Monday, January 20th at 9am. Spots fill up fast, so don’t wait to secure your child’s adventure-packed week of hands-on learning and fun!
Science Alliance Day Camps teach kids about STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) in a fun, “hands-on, minds-on” interactive setting. Through experiments, activities, games, presentations, guest speakers, field trips, and more, we have gotten local kids excited about science and learning since 1996.

March 17-21 – Fossil Frenzy: Spring Break Paleontology Camp
Step back in time and discover the world of dinosaurs! From fossil digs to meeting dino experts and exploring life in the land before time, this camp is perfect for budding paleontologists ready to dig into prehistoric adventures.
March 24-28 – Wild Wonders: Spring Break BC Ecology Camp

Explore the incredible ecosystems of British Columbia! Campers will dive into forest forays, uncover marine marvels, and learn about iconic BC wildlife, all while connecting with the natural world through fun, interactive activities.

Whether your child loves dinosaurs, nature, or just hands-on fun, Science Alliance Spring Break Camps are guaranteed to spark curiosity and creativity!

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Early Explorers: Tiny Tides
2025-01-21 09:30 - 22:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Join us for Early Explorers, where preschool-aged fun and learning come alive!
Each one-hour session is packed with engaging activities designed to spark curiosity and introduce young learners (aged 3-5) to the wonders of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics).
Through play, song, dance, crafts, and age-appropriate demonstrations, we explore a new theme each month.
Activities are specially designed to keep pace with the lively energy of preschoolers, ensuring that young minds are engaged and entertained. Early Explorers is the perfect way to introduce your little ones to the fascinating realms of science and discovery in a fun, interactive setting.
Parents are required to stay for the duration of the program, helping to guide their little explorers through each fun activity. Come and watch their imaginations light up with us!
Members: $7.50Non-Members: $12.50

January 21: Tiny Tides
Dive into a world of wonder with this splashy adventure, perfect for curious toddlers! From colourful coral reefs to playful sea creatures, young explorers will discover the magic of the ocean through hands-on activities, stories, and sensory play. This program is designed to spark curiosity and inspire a lifelong love for the sea, all while engaging tiny hands and big imaginations!

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Homeschooler Monday: Ocean Odyssey
2025-02-10 09:30 - 10:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Homeschooler Monday – Ocean Odyssey
Dive into the wonders of the ocean in this engaging homeschool program! Together, we’ll explore the different ocean zones—from the sunlit surface to the mysterious depths—and discover the unique creatures that call each zone home. Students will get hands-on experience examining real ocean specimens and bring their creativity to life with an ocean-inspired craft. Join us for a fun and educational journey beneath the waves!

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Valentine's Day
2025-02-14 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Join us on February 14th for a day filled with sweet and slimy fun!

Cookie Decorating: Get creative with Valentine-themed cookie decorating, available all day
Valen-Slime: Take part in a special Valentine’s Day slime-making activity, running twice at 10:30am and 3:30pm

Celebrate the day of love with hands-on activities and a lot of creativity!
No registration required; just drop in and enjoy!

Early Explorers: Curious Chemists
2025-02-19 09:30 - 10:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Join us for Early Explorers, where preschool-aged fun and learning come alive!
Each one-hour session is packed with engaging activities designed to spark curiosity and introduce young learners (aged 3-5) to the wonders of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics).
Through play, song, dance, crafts, and age-appropriate demonstrations, we explore a new theme each month.
Activities are specially designed to keep pace with the lively energy of preschoolers, ensuring that young minds are engaged and entertained. Early Explorers is the perfect way to introduce your little ones to the fascinating realms of science and discovery in a fun, interactive setting.
Parents are required to stay for the duration of the program, helping to guide their little explorers through each fun activity. Come and watch their imaginations light up with us!
Members: $7.50Non-Members: $12.50

February 19: Curious Chemists
Get ready for a bubbly adventure! In this engaging program designed for curious little scientists, kids will dive into the wonders of baking soda experiments. From fizzing rainbows to bubbly volcanos, each hands-on activity sparks excitement and discovery. Between experiments, we’ll settle in for storytime with tales of scientists and their amazing adventures, planting the seeds of curiosity and exploration. With a mix of sensory play, storytelling, and scientific fun, your little ones will giggle, learn, and explore in a supportive and playful environment.

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Early Explorers - Pollinator Pals: Tiny Heroes of the Garden
2025-04-23 09:30 - 10:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Join us for Early Explorers, where preschool-aged fun and learning come alive!
Each one-hour session is packed with engaging activities designed to spark curiosity and introduce young learners (aged 3-5) to the wonders of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics).
Through play, song, dance, crafts, and age-appropriate demonstrations, we explore a new theme each month.
Activities are specially designed to keep pace with the lively energy of preschoolers, ensuring that young minds are engaged and entertained. Early Explorers is the perfect way to introduce your little ones to the fascinating realms of science and discovery in a fun, interactive setting.
Parents are required to stay for the duration of the program, helping to guide their little explorers through each fun activity. Come and watch their imaginations light up with us!
Members: $7.50Non-Members: $12.50

April 23 – Pollinator Pals: Tiny Heroes of the Garden
Buzz, flutter, and fly into the world of pollinators in this adorable and educational Early Explorers program! Pollinator Pals introduces young learners ages 3-5 to the incredible creatures that help flowers grow, like bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and even bats! Through storytelling, interactive games, and hands-on activities, kids will learn about these important tiny heroes in nature and discover how they help plants bloom.

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Homeschooler Monday: Marvelous Mushrooms
2025-04-28 08:00 - 17:00 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Homeschooler Monday – Marvelous Mushrooms
In this homeschool program, students will dive into the fascinating world of mushrooms and fungi. Over the course of the program, they will learn about the different types of mushrooms, their life cycle, and their ecological importance. Students will explore how mushrooms grow, how to identify edible and poisonous varieties, and the unique relationship fungi have with plants and animals.

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Early Explorers - Milky Way Mini-Explorers: A Space Adventure for Early Learners
2025-05-21 09:30 - 22:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Join us for Early Explorers, where preschool-aged fun and learning come alive!
Each one-hour session is packed with engaging activities designed to spark curiosity and introduce young learners (aged 3-5) to the wonders of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics).
Through play, song, dance, crafts, and age-appropriate demonstrations, we explore a new theme each month.
Activities are specially designed to keep pace with the lively energy of preschoolers, ensuring that young minds are engaged and entertained. Early Explorers is the perfect way to introduce your little ones to the fascinating realms of science and discovery in a fun, interactive setting.
Parents are required to stay for the duration of the program, helping to guide their little explorers through each fun activity. Come and watch their imaginations light up with us!
Members: $7.50Non-Members: $12.50

May 21 – Milky Way Mini-Explorers: A Space Adventure for Early Learners
Blast off into a world of discovery with our Milky Way Mini-Explorers program! This 1-hour space-themed adventure is perfect for curious preschoolers who are ready to explore the wonders of the universe. Through interactive activities, imaginative play, and hands-on crafts, children will learn about planets, stars, astronauts, and the vastness of space in a fun and engaging way.

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Aged to Perfection: Scotch for a Cause
2025-05-24 19:00 - 22:00 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
An unforgettable night of luxury, flavour, and philanthropy. Savour world-class scotch and chef-curated pairings, all while supporting The Exploration Place’s commitment to education and innovation. Experience the timeless art of aging as we raise a glass to history, science, and Northern BC’s museum.

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Homeschooler Monday: The Buzz on Bees and Beyond
2025-05-26 09:30 - 10:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Homeschooler Monday: The Buzz on Bees and Beyond
In this exciting homeschool program, students will explore the fascinating world of pollinators—bees, butterflies, birds, and more! Through interactive lessons, hands-on activities, and engaging crafts, children will learn about the critical role these creatures play in our ecosystems and the importance of protecting them.

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Early Explorers: Sprout Scouts
2025-06-18 09:30 - 10:30 | The Exploration Place – Explorers Urban Garden, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, BC, V2L 4V7, Canada
Join us for Early Explorers, where preschool-aged fun and learning come alive!
Each one-hour session is packed with engaging activities designed to spark curiosity and introduce young learners (aged 3-5) to the wonders of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics).
Through play, song, dance, crafts, and age-appropriate demonstrations, we explore a new theme each month.
Activities are specially designed to keep pace with the lively energy of preschoolers, ensuring that young minds are engaged and entertained. Early Explorers is the perfect way to introduce your little ones to the fascinating realms of science and discovery in a fun, interactive setting.
Parents are required to stay for the duration of the program, helping to guide their little explorers through each fun activity. Come and watch their imaginations light up with us!
Members: $7.50Non-Members: $12.50

June 18: Sprout Scouts
In Sprout Scouts, children become little gardeners on a mission to help plants grow! They’ll explore the garden, dig in the soil, plant flowers, and discover what makes a garden flourish. This hands-on experience will teach them about the basics of gardening while having fun with sensory exploration and teamwork. This program will take place in our on-site Explorers Urban Garden.

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Homeschooler Monday - Garden Geniuses: Growing Green Thumbs
2025-06-23 09:30 - 10:30 | The Exploration Place – Explorers Urban Garden, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, BC, V2L 4V7, Canada
Homeschooler Monday – Garden Geniuses: Growing Green Thumbs
In the Garden Geniuses program, students will roll up their sleeves and dive into the world of gardening with hands-on activities in our on-site Explorers Urban Garden. This one-hour session is packed with interactive gardening experiences where kids will learn the basics of planting, maintaining, and harvesting while exploring how plants grow and thrive. With a focus on environmental stewardship, teamwork, and science, this program is perfect for young gardeners eager to grow their knowledge—and their own plants!

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4M STEAM Camp: Friendship Bracelets
2025-08-11 10:00 - 11:00 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Crafting Connections with Colour!
Kids will explore patterns and design as they craft their own unique bracelets, blending creativity with hands-on learning to make something special.

This activity is part of 4M STEAM Camps, a free 5-day 4M STEAM workshop for kids aged 5 to 9.
This hands-on, one-hour-a-day workshop will spark curiosity and creativity through exciting new projects each day. From building a buzz wire and exploring magnetic levitation to powering a robot with salt water, making colourful friendship bracelets, and crafting your own origami zoo, each session promotes learning through a playful experience. This is a great opportunity for young makers and budding scientists to explore, experiment, and take home their creations!
Spaces are limited.

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4M STEAM Camp: Anti-Gravity Maglev
2025-08-12 10:00 - 11:00 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Defying Gravity with Magnets
Today’s activity is Magnetic Levitation! Kids will explore the power of magnets as they make objects float, learning about invisible forces that create movement without touch.

This activity is part of 4M STEAM Camps, a free 5-day 4M STEAM workshop for kids aged 5 to 9.
This hands-on, one-hour-a-day workshop will spark curiosity and creativity through exciting new projects each day. From building a buzz wire and exploring magnetic levitation to powering a robot with salt water, making colourful friendship bracelets, and crafting your own origami zoo, each session promotes learning through a playful experience. This is a great opportunity for young makers and budding scientists to explore, experiment, and take home their creations!
Spaces are limited.

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4M STEAM Camp: Origami Zoo
2025-08-13 10:00 - 11:00 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Folding Fun and Creativity
Precision and patience come to life as kids fold and shape paper into their own zoo of animals, combining artistic skill with hands-on learning.

This activity is part of 4M STEAM Camps, a free 5-day 4M STEAM workshop for kids aged 5 to 9.
This hands-on, one-hour-a-day workshop will spark curiosity and creativity through exciting new projects each day. From building a buzz wire and exploring magnetic levitation to powering a robot with salt water, making colourful friendship bracelets, and crafting your own origami zoo, each session promotes learning through a playful experience. This is a great opportunity for young makers and budding scientists to explore, experiment, and take home their creations!
Spaces are limited.

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4M STEAM Camp: Salt-Powered Robot
2025-08-14 10:00 - 11:00 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Powering Up with Science
Campers will build and activate their own robots using a simple chemical reaction, discovering how science can generate motion in a fun way.

This activity is part of 4M STEAM Camps, a free 5-day 4M STEAM workshop for kids aged 5 to 9.
This hands-on, one-hour-a-day workshop will spark curiosity and creativity through exciting new projects each day. From building a buzz wire and exploring magnetic levitation to powering a robot with salt water, making colourful friendship bracelets, and crafting your own origami zoo, each session promotes learning through a playful experience. This is a great opportunity for young makers and budding scientists to explore, experiment, and take home their creations!
Spaces are limited.

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4M STEAM Camp: Buzz Wire Challenge
2025-08-15 10:00 - 11:00 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Can You Beat the Buzz?
Campers will test their focus and coordination by navigating the buzz wire without setting off the alarmán electrifying challenge that sharpens concentration!

This activity is part of 4M STEAM Camps, a free 5-day 4M STEAM workshop for kids aged 5 to 9.
This hands-on, one-hour-a-day workshop will spark curiosity and creativity through exciting new projects each day. From building a buzz wire and exploring magnetic levitation to powering a robot with salt water, making colourful friendship bracelets, and crafting your own origami zoo, each session promotes learning through a playful experience. This is a great opportunity for young makers and budding scientists to explore, experiment, and take home their creations!
Spaces are limited.

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Homeschooler Monday: Squishy Circuits
2025-09-15 09:30 - 22:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Homeschooler Monday: Squishy Circuits
Who knew electricity could be so…squishy? In this hands-on workshop, kids will use playdough to build their very own working circuits! With glowing LEDs, buzzers, and fun shapes, they’ll learn how electricity flows while creating light-up sculptures, squishy creatures, and silly inventions. Get ready to squish, shape, and shine, because science has never been this fun!

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Early Explorers: Build and Break
2025-09-17 09:30 - 22:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Early Explorers: Build and Break
Calling all tiny builders! Get ready to explore the exciting world of construction! In this hands-on program, toddlers will build, create, and play with a variety of materials while discovering how things fit together—and sometimes, how they tumble apart.
Through playful activities and fun games, little explorers will boost their creativity, practice focus, strengthen memory, and learn self-control, all while experiencing the fascinating magic of cause and effect. Building up, knocking down, and starting over again has never been so much fun!

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Homeschooler Monday: Extreme Sports
2025-10-20 09:30 - 10:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Extreme Sports
Explore the science behind extreme sports in a high-energy, hands-on exhibition perfect for Homeschooler Monday. Through challenges, interactives, and immersive scenes, students investigate physics, physiology, and psychology; see how technology and engineering shape gear; and hear real stories from passionate athletes. The exhibition dispels myths by showing that these sports—while involving risk, speed, and changing environments—demand skill, training, creativity, and smart decision-making. It’s a great springboard for discussions about innovation, safety, and how evidence-based choices help athletes push human limits.

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Early Explorers: Pumpkin Science
2025-10-22 09:30 - 10:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Early Explorers: Pumpkin Science
Get ready for a spook-tacular hour of hands-on fun! Little scientists will explore the magic of pumpkins through a Halloween-themed story, bubbly pumpkin experiments, and some gooey slime play. With silly mini games sprinkled in, this program is full of discovery, giggles, and just the right amount of ooey-gooey mess. Perfect for curious toddlers who love pumpkins, play, and a little Halloween science magic!

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Halloween Science
2025-10-31 15:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Halloween Science
Get ready for Halloween Science at The Exploration Place! Join us on Halloween at 3:30pm for some spooky, hands-on science fun! From bubbling potions to eerie experiments, our Education Officer will be stirring up a cauldron of curiosity. It’s the perfect way to kick off your Halloween evening. Costumes welcome! Included with regular admission or membership.

Early Explorers: Robot Adventures
2025-11-19 09:30 - 10:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Early Explorers: Robot Adventures
Calling all little inventors! In this one-hour program, preschoolers will dive into the world of robots and discover how machines move, follow instructions, and even “think”. Kids will get hands-on with Code-a-Pillars, play a fun robot game, and step into a robot’s shoes through mini games that encourage problem-solving, sequencing, and creativity.
Through play, exploration, and a dash of imagination, children will experience the exciting world of robotics while building early coding and critical thinking skills. No batteries required!

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Photos with Santa
2025-12-05 13:00 - 17:00 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Photos with Santa in the South Fort George School House

Santa is making a special stop at The Exploration Place, and he’s setting up in the historic South Fort George School House. Purple Moose Portraits will be on site, capturing cheerful, storybook-style holiday photos the whole family will love.
Each session includes three photos. Sessions are limited, and advance booking and payment are required. We ask guests to arrive at the school house as close to their session time as possible to help keep the magic running smoothly.
It’s a charming, nostalgic way to celebrate the season while supporting The Exploration Place, your local non-profit museum and science centre.

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Science World On the Road: The Science of Sport
2025-12-07 15:00 - 15:45 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Science World On the Road: The Science of Sport
Are you ready to play smarter? We’re thrilled to partner with Science World’s On The Road team for a high-energy public performance of their brand-new show, The Science of Sport.
This show unpacks the fascinating science behind your favourite sports. Discover how we use science to perfect our game by exploring concepts like Energy, Forces and Health. Whether you’re a sports fan or science nerd (or both!) these interactive demonstrations and heart-racing challenges will change the way you see the game.
This event kicks off Science World’s northern BC tour. This free public show is first-come, first-served as space is limited. Regular admission applies for gallery visits.

Science World’s fantastic On The Road program brings fun, high-energy live demonstrations and activities to communities all around the province that pique science curiosity, boost science literacy and inspire future science and technology leaders. Learn more about the meaningful impact On The Road makes across B.C.!

Homeschooler Monday: Mars Coding Quest
2025-12-15 09:30 - 10:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Homeschooler Monday: Mars Coding Quest
Mars Coding Quest is an exciting, hands-on workshop that brings coding and space exploration together! Using Dash Robots, students will dive into coding concepts like functions and sensors in a fun, engaging way. As they code their robots to explore an imaginary Martian surface, they’ll develop computational thinking skills. Along the way, they’ll map their discoveries, just like real planetary scientists. This workshop offers a unique opportunity to spark curiosity in STEAM through an imaginative, interactive mission to Mars!

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Early Explorers: Holiday Helpers Craft Hour
2025-12-17 09:30 - 10:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Early Explorers: Holiday Helpers Craft Hour
Celebrate the magic of the season with this cozy, hands-on Early Explorers program! Children will gather for a festive holiday story that sparks imagination and wonder. After story time, little explorers will rotate through a selection of simple, age-friendly holiday crafts—such as making beaded snowflakes, decorating cheerful paper stockings, and creating fun seasonal keepsakes to take home.

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Noon Year's Eve
2025-12-31 10:30 - 12:00 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Celebrate the new year a little early with our family-friendly Noon Year’s Eve celebration!
Who says you have to stay up late to celebrate? Join us on December 31st for Noon Year’s Eve—a fun, kid-friendly countdown!Fun starts at 10:30am. Countdown to NOON!
What’s in store:

Noise maker and crown crafts
Dance party
Photo booth with props
Science demo at the countdown
Sparkling juice toast

Regular admission applies.
Big fun, early cheers, and happy little party people!

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Homeschooler Monday: Coding for the Climate - Dash Robots
2026-01-19 09:30 - 10:30 | The Exploration Place, 333 Becott Place, Prince George, British Columbia, V2L 4V7, Canada
Homeschooler Monday: Coding for the Climate – Dash Robots
It’s back by popular demand! Our Dash Robots program filled up fast, so we’re thrilled to offer it again—perfect for students who missed out the first time or can’t wait for another robotic adventure.
In this hands-on coding challenge, students will explore energy sources, compare green energy and fossil fuels, and discover how technology can help protect our planet. Working in teams, they’ll program Dash robots to go on climate-saving missions—using functions and sensors to search for “sick plants” and solve environmental challenges.
This program runs parallel to last month’s Mars Coding Quest, but with an exciting new climate-focused theme. New missions, new problems to solve, and the same awesome robots!
Registration will open to members on Wednesday, January 7th at 9am. Registration for the general public will open on Friday, January 9th at 9am.

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