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Explore at Home
Keep exploring beyond ABNC with backyard nature prompts, local seasonal observations, and simple ways to support wildlife at home.
What to Notice Today
Listen for birds for two minutes. How many distinct sounds can you hear?
Look for pollinator activity around any nearby flowers or shrubs.
What plants are blooming, budding, or going to seed this week?
Record one seasonal change you've noticed in the last few days.
Notice cloud cover, wind, or rain — how is it affecting wildlife activity?
Explore Together
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Invite your child or partner to pick one observation prompt and try it together
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Compare what each person heard or noticed in the same spot — you'll be surprised how different the answers are
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Add one shared discovery to the journal as a family entry
Backyard Observation
Nature Near Home
Learn and Play
Use these identification tools from home — no visit required.
Add to Journal
Wildlife-Friendly Home
ABNC's stewardship values don't stop at the Centre. Here's how to support wildlife at home.
Plant native species that support local pollinators and birds
Reduce water use and avoid runoff into natural areas
Minimize pesticide use — choose wildlife-safe alternatives
Make windows bird-safe with markers or screens
Leave some "messy" areas — log piles, leaf litter, and seed heads support wildlife
Participate in local stewardship events — ABNC often runs volunteer days