{"id":7947,"date":"2020-07-06T05:00:34","date_gmt":"2020-07-06T05:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/?p=7947"},"modified":"2020-07-23T15:10:43","modified_gmt":"2020-07-23T15:10:43","slug":"rc-virtual-road-trip-nighttime-explorations-in-newfoundland","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.cwf-fcf.org\/index.php\/en\/rc-virtual-road-trip-nighttime-explorations-in-newfoundland\/","title":{"rendered":"Virtual Road-Trip: Nighttime Explorations in Newfoundland"},"content":{"rendered":"

We\u2019ve arrived!<\/h2>\n

Welcome to Terra Nova National Park <\/strong>in Newfoundland \u2013 the second stop on our virtual cross-Canada road trip. If you missed our first stop, you can check it out here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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This week we\u2019re heading out on a nighttime adventure to learn more about some of our nocturnal neighbours, discover new ways to explore the night, and take action to support wildlife conservation!<\/a><\/p>\n

Pack Your Bag!<\/h3>\n
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Google Earth<\/a> | Google Maps<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Ready to hit the road? Before we explore this week\u2019s destination, you\u2019ll need a few items to help you get started. Use the checklist below to prepare for our nighttime explorations in Newfoundland.<\/p>\n

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  • Map of Canada<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 If you haven\u2019t done so yet, print off a copy of our road trip map and pin it up so you can mark each Canadian location you visit each week! For Terra Nova, you can make a mark near the ‘S’ of St. John’s on your printed map.<\/li>\n
  • Travel Journal<\/strong> \u2013 Find an old journal, notebook or collection of pages to make into a Travel Journal. Each week you can use it to write about your experiences.<\/li>\n
  • 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
  • Word Search<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 Learn more about Newfoundland with this fun word search.<\/li>\n
  • How To Pack a Star Bag <\/strong><\/a>\u2013 Since we\u2019re embarking on our adventures at night, you\u2019ll need to bring along a few special items. Learn how to put together your own Star Bag, filled will fun activities and gear!<\/li>\n
  • Hot Chocolate<\/strong><\/a> \u2013 To keep you warm on your nighttime adventures try out this recipe for French Hot Chocolate, courtesy of Parks Canada Heritage Gourmet.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n

    Ready to explore Terra Nova National Park? Click on map above <\/strong>to find it on the map and virtually visit using Google Earth!<\/a><\/p>\n

    Learn about Local Wildlife<\/h3>\n

    As we head out on our nighttime adventure let\u2019s get to know one of our nocturnal neighbours \u2013 the Little Brown Bat!<\/p>\n

    The Little Brown Bat can be found across Canada, except for Nunavut. However, despite its wide-spread distribution, its numbers are declining at a rapid rate due to white-nose syndrome<\/a>. As a result, the Little Brown Bat is now considered an endangered species.<\/p>\n

    Check out the video below to learn more about the Little Brown Bat, and visit Hinterland Who\u2019s Who<\/a> to take an in-depth look at their habitat, range and unique traits and behaviours!<\/p>\n