{"id":7910,"date":"2020-06-29T05:56:08","date_gmt":"2020-06-29T05:56:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/?p=7910"},"modified":"2020-07-08T17:19:41","modified_gmt":"2020-07-08T17:19:41","slug":"rc-canada-day-kicking-off-our-virtual-canadian-road-trip","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/index.php\/en\/rc-canada-day-kicking-off-our-virtual-canadian-road-trip\/","title":{"rendered":"Canada Day \u2013 Kicking off our Virtual Canadian Road Trip"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Welcome to the first stop on our virtual cross-country road-trip \u2013 Ottawa!<\/h2>\n<p>We\u2019re kicking off our summer exploration in our nation\u2019s capital, just in time for Canada Day.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-7915 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/postcard-ottawa-en.jpg\" alt=\"ottawa postcard\" width=\"1050\" height=\"816\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/postcard-ottawa-en.jpg 1050w, https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/postcard-ottawa-en-640x497.jpg 640w, https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/postcard-ottawa-en-768x597.jpg 768w, https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/postcard-ottawa-en-530x412.jpg 530w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1050px) 100vw, 1050px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Join us this summer as we travel across Canada to introduce you to some of our wild neighbours, share things YOU can do to help conserve them, and highlight family-friendly activities that will connect you with nature, wherever you are!<a name=\"pack\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Pack Your Bag!<\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_7923\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-7923\" style=\"width: 363px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-7923 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/map-ottawa.jpg\" alt=\"map ottawa\" width=\"363\" height=\"363\" srcset=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/map-ottawa.jpg 363w, https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/map-ottawa-100x100.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 363px) 100vw, 363px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-7923\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><a href=\"https:\/\/earth.google.com\/web\/@45.41898986,-75.70468793,92.36582789a,1872.29889948d,35y,-21.03613073h,75.01012224t,0r\/data=CkkaRxJBCiUweDRjY2UwNWIyNWY1MTEzYWY6MHg4YTZhNTFlMTMxZGQxNWVkGeIlk670tUZAIczfzs-e7FLAKgZPdHRhd2EYASAB\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Google Earth<\/a> | <a href=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/@45.4190576,-75.7053158,11.75z\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Google Maps<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Ready to hit the virtual road? Before you explore this week\u2019s destination, you\u2019ll need a few items to help you get started. Use the checklist below to prepare for this week\u2019s Canada Day celebration in Ottawa!<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/assets\/map_v2-1.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Map of Canada<\/strong><\/a> &#8211; print off a copy of our road trip map and pin it up so you can mark each Canadian location you visit each week.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Travel Journal<\/strong> &#8211; Find an old journal, notebook or collection of pages you can turn into a Travel Journal. Each week we\u2019ll ask some questions to help you reflect on your experience.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Red &amp; White Clothing <\/strong>\u2013 It\u2019s Canada Day this week! Celebrate your virtual trip to Ottawa by dressing up in red and white, or sporting an iconic maple leaf.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/resources\/downloads\/scavenger-hunts\/scavenger-hunt_ottawa-en.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Scavenger Hunt <\/strong><\/a>\u2013 Download a copy of this week\u2019s virtual scavenger hunt and see if you can find some of these items near your home!<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/resources\/downloads\/word-searches\/word-search-ottawa-en.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>Word Search<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Learn more about Ottawa with this fun word search.<\/li>\n<li><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pc.gc.ca\/en\/culture\/gourmand-gourmet\/recette-recipe58\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Heritage Gourmet Recipe<\/a> <\/strong>\u2013 Try out this historical recipe for lemon curd from Laurier House National Historic Site in Ottawa, courtesy of Parks Canada.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Ready to explore Ottawa? <strong>Click on the map above <\/strong>to find it on the map and virtually explore famous landmarks, like the parliament buildings, using Google Earth!<a name=\"learn\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Learn about Local Wildlife<\/h3>\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve had a chance to explore Ottawa, let\u2019s learn a bit more about some of the local wildlife!<\/p>\n<p>Did you know that the Beaver is the official emblem of Canada? Beavers are found throughout Canada, including the Ottawa Valley. Check out the video below to learn more about Beavers, and visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hww.ca\/en\/wildlife\/mammals\/beaver.html?src=blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Hinterland Who\u2019s Who<\/a> to take an in-depth look at their habitat, range and unique traits and behaviours!<\/p>\n<div class=\"embed embed-responsive embed-responsive-16by9\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"The Beaver\" width=\"1170\" height=\"658\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2eVc8VjKWaE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><a name=\"adventure\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Outdoor Adventure<\/h3>\n<p>During your virtual visit to Ottawa, why not celebrate Canada Day with your family by getting outside together for a picnic? Planning a picnic is a fun and easy way to spend more time in nature with your family!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-standard wp-image-7913\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/girls-picnic-park-watermelon-1022932744-1100x640.jpg\" alt=\"watermelon picnic kids\" width=\"1100\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Whether your family hasn&#8217;t gone for a picnic before or they are seasoned outdoor adventurers, a picnic can provide an opportunity to make some much-loved memories while experiencing nature together! As an outdoor activity it also has a lot going for it: it\u2019s accessible to any fitness level, it\u2019s affordable, and most importantly, it\u2019s fun!<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-standard wp-image-7931\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/picnic-adventure-girls-friends-outside-1061227364-1100x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1100\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/cwf.tiged.org\/wfnc\/assignments\/1118531\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><strong>WILD Family Nature Club<\/strong> page for some tips to help you plan your Canada Day Picnic<\/a>! Whether you have your picnic in your backyard, or a more remote setting, you can pick the option that best suits your interest, comfort level, budget and situation.<a name=\"action\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Take Action<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-standard wp-image-7914\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/wetland-garbage-672495488-1100x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1100\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Now that you\u2019ve learned a bit more about Ottawa and met our wild emblem, the Beaver, we invite you to take action in support of wildlife conservation!<\/p>\n<p>While you may not be able to directly support conservation efforts in Ottawa, you can make a difference close to home with these simple activities.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/shopcwf.ca\/collections\/adopt-an-animal\/products\/beaver-adoption-kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Adopt a Beaver<\/a> \u2013 By adopting a Beaver, you can help fund CWF\u2019s conservation efforts to protect Canada\u2019s freshwater habitats.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/resources\/for-educators\/lesson-plans\/archive\/habitat-projects\/members\/revitalize-a-wetland.html?src=blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Revitalze a Wetland<\/a> &#8211; Wetlands are home to a diversity of plants and wildlife, including our friend the Beaver. The resource page shares some ways you can take action to protect wetlands in your community.<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/resources\/DIY\/outside\/water-challenge\/?src=blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Take the Water Challenge<\/a> \u2013 Wetlands help filter water and runoff as it travels to the sea, so the things we pour down the drain can end up impacting local wildlife. Take the water challenge and learn how you can reduce water pollution!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a name=\"share\"><\/a><\/p>\n<h3>Share Your Memories<\/h3>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-standard wp-image-7919\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/boy-journaling-493534717-1100x640.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1100\" height=\"640\" \/><\/p>\n<p>We\u2019re nearing the end of our trip this week, but before we go, let\u2019s take a minute to reflect on what we\u2019ve seen and learned so far!<\/p>\n<p>Using your <strong>Travel Journal<\/strong>, take a minute to think about the following questions.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><em>What did you do this week?<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>What was the most memorable thing about this week\u2019s destination?<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>What did you learn?<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>What one thing would you like to learn more about?<\/em><\/li>\n<li><em>What surprised you?<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>As a special souvenir, you can also <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/donate.cwf-fcf.org\/site\/Ecard?ecard_id=2941&amp;s_locale=en_CA\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">send an e-postcard<\/a><\/strong> to your family and friends, <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/assets\/images\/postcard-ottawa-en.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">download this week\u2019s postcard<\/a>\u00a0 <\/strong>or <strong><a href=\"http:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/resources\/downloads\/pdf\/postcard-interactive_v1-0.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">make your own<\/a>!<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3>Contest!<\/h3>\n<p><strong><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-7912 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/06\/wfnc-backpack-576x640.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"113\" height=\"125\" \/>Show us<\/strong> how your family is participating in our virtual cross-Canada road trip! <strong>Post a picture on social media using #WeeklyWild<\/strong> and you will automatically be entered into a monthly draw for your chance to <strong>WIN a fabulous WILD Family Nature Club adventuring backpack full of goodies<\/strong>. <a href=\"https:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/explore\/reconnecting-canadians\/weekly-wild-update.html#contest\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Learn how you can win &gt;<\/a><\/p>\n<h4>Don\u2019t miss a Weekly Wild update! <u>Sign up for free<\/u> at the Canadian Wildlife Federation\u2019s Reconnecting Canadians.<\/h4>\n<h4>Ready to visit the next stop on our cross-Canada road trip? Let\u2019s hit the road! <a href=\"https:\/\/cwf-fcf.org\/en\/explore\/reconnecting-canadians\/weekly-wild-update.html?src=blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Click here to check out our latest location<\/a>!<\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<div class=\"post-excerpt\">Welcome to the first stop on our virtual cross-country road-trip \u2013 Ottawa! We\u2019re kicking off our summer exploration in our nation\u2019s capital, just in time for Canada Day. 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