The Hastings Park Conservancy’s Environmental Committee and guest naturalists lead monthly nature walks through the Sanctuary in Hastings Park. All walks leave from the northeast corner of the Sanctuary (near the red barns and the Playland restrooms). There is free parking on site for visitors to the Sanctuary, or take the bus to Hastings & Renfrew Streets. For a schedule of walks go to http://hastingspark.ca or contact Pat Miller at 604-294-1272.

 

The Wild Bird Trust’s monthly bird survey of Maplewood Flats Conservation Area, North Vancouver is conducted on the first Saturday of each month. Meet at 8 a.m. in the parking lot of the Pacific Environment Science Centre, 2645 Dollarton Highway. If the gate is closed, park adjacent to the highway. For details, please contact Janice Wilson, Bird Survey Co-ordinator at 778-279-3216. On the second Saturday of each month, you’re welcome to join Al and Jude Grass for a nature walk starting at 10 a.m.

 

This bird survey of The Terra Nova Natural Area in Richmond is conducted on the third Saturday of each month. Meet in the Terra Nova parking lot at 8 a.m. (October-March) or 7 a.m. (April-September). For details please contact the co-ordinator, Eric Greenwood at 604-737-4724. The nature reserve is at the west end of Westminster Highway, past No.1 Road.

 

Every third Sunday of each month, join in a bird survey at the UBC Farm. Meet at 8 a.m. (March to September) and 9 a.m. (October to February) at the main gate to the farm located off Westbrook Mall between 16th Ave. and Southwest Marine Drive. Please contact Sue Kay-Downs at 604-569-3058 for more information.

 

Every Sunday, enjoy a bird walk with volunteer birders at Reifel Bird Sanctuary in Delta. Meet at the reception area at 10 a.m. Admission fee is $5.00 for adults and $3.00 for children (2-14) and seniors (60+). Phone 604-946-6980 for more information.

 

Squamish estuary monthly bird counts are held on the first or second Sunday of each month, depending on the tide. For more information, contact Judith Vetsch at 1-604-892-3340.

 

These two hour guided walks, leaving from the Nature House at Lost Lagoon on most Sundays, explore the natural and cultural history of Stanley Park. Departure times, topics and fees vary so please click here for schedule of events. To ensure your participation at these popular events, contact the Program Manager at 604-257-8544 to reserve. Space permitting, drop-ins are welcome.

Birding in Stanley Park: Join naturalist Catherine Aitchison for a two-hour walk to learn how to identify migratory and resident birds. Meet at the Lost Lagoon Nature House at 9 a.m. on the last Sunday of every month. Fee by donation.