Rock the West Coast

Explore how rocks are made and help shape the landscape of BC.

Whether your kids have a rock collection or a budding interest, Rock the West Coast will make them a rockhound! Kids will learn how rocks are made & how they shape the landscape of BC, where to find the coolest gems & minerals and how to identify rocks found on adventures.

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Rock the West Coast
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1 Your Guide

Tristan Bannister Learn more about me

If you're a "sticking-your-toes-in-a-freezing-lake-because-there-was-a-shiny-rock" kid, or a "licking-the-spoon-after-making-cookies" kid, or a "empty-the-recycle-bin-to-build-a-rocketship" kid, you will love my activities! I am a certified French immersion teacher with a deep love of science and animals. I enjoy eating ridiculous amounts of cheese and I live, work, and play on the traditional territories of the W̱SÁNEĆ people. My activities encourage high-level thinking on topics while having lots of fun.

I love animals and have fostered over 35 cats – my own two kitties were born in my bathtub!

2 Materials Needed

See individual sessions for supply list.

3 Learning Focus

  • Creative thinking
  • Critical & reflective thinking
  • Positive personal identity & culture

4 Registration

You’re selecting a Realtime Series A one-time Livestreamed Activity led by a qualified Guide.

5 Best Suited For:

Stick figures of varying sizes waving

My age is between 9 - 12

Yellow and blue gear

All experience levels are welcome.

Child and mother stick figure standing

My parents need to be around.

We advise a grown-up is close by to supervise with the materials and tools for safe use. Use safety gear, such as safety goggles, gloves, and wear an old shirt for STEM/STEAM Activities

An open book

All reading levels are welcome.