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Founded in 1918, as Vancouver Natural History Society, Nature Vancouver offers a variety of activities with a focus on nature education, and enjoyment and conservation of natural environment. We organize EVENING PROGRAMS (from September to April), FIELD TRIPS (throughout the year), an annual SUMMER CAMP and occasional workshops, and more.
The BIRDING, BOTANY, GEOLOGY, MARINE BIOLOGY, and PHOTOGRAPHY Sections provide a greater focus in specific areas of nature.
Nature Vancouver is also actively involved in CONSERVATION projects. Currently the projects include FALSE CREEK OYSTER SURVEYS and NEW BRIGHTON PARK RESTORATION.
Members of Nature Vancouver contribute to CITIZEN SCIENCE through e-Bird and iNaturalist
Nature Vancouver has been a strong supporter of Young Naturalists’ Club of BC now known as NatureKIDS BC.
Whether you are just discovering the natural beauty of Vancouver and BC or are an experienced naturalist, we know you will enjoy the atmosphere and camaraderie of Nature Vancouver.
Calendar of Events
Apr 2026
Intertidal Exploration, Figurehead Point, Stanley Park - April 18th 12:30-2:30
18/Apr/2026 at 12:30 pm - 2:30 pmThe Wonders of the Salish Sea's (WSS) annual Intertidal Exploration field trip to Figurehead Point in Stanley Park is on April 18, from 12:30 to 2:30. Nature Vancouver members are welcome to join in! This…
Bird Walk at Serpentine Fen, Sunday April 19, 8:00am
19/Apr/2026 at 8:00 am - 11:00 amJoin Ly Hoang and Neill Vanhinsberg for a second walk around the Fen after our walk in February. We will explore the south side of the park this time, checking the hedgerows, small…
Birding at Reifel Refuge.
22/Apr/2026 at 9:00 am - 12:00 pmMeet Leader Thomas Plath at 9 AM (778 928-9206; tomplath@telus.net) at the entrance to the Reifel Bird Sanctuary for a half day birding excursion. If you are not a member of the sanctuary…
2026 Annual General Meeting
23/Apr/2026 at 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm2026 Annual General Meeting and Volunteer Appreciation The 108th Annual General Meeting of Nature Vancouver will be held on Thursday, April 23 at 7:00 pm, in person at the Unitarian Hewett Hall 949…
Beginners’ Bird Walk at Queen Elizabeth Park, Sunday April 26, 8:00am
26/Apr/2026 at 8:00 am - 11:00 amJoin John Chandler and Neill Vanhinsberg for a walk around the park checking duck ponds, wooded areas and gardens for spring migrants. The walk will start at 8 AM and last approximately 2-3…
May 2026
Birding Walk Burnaby Fraser Foreshore Park
02/May/2026 at 8:30 am - 12:00 pmPlease join Evelyn Huang and Jan Lowcock for a morning of birding along the Fraser River and adjacent paths in the Burnaby Fraser Foreshore Park. We will walk along the north edge of the…
Pacific Spirit Park Bird Walk
03/May/2026 at 9:00 am - 11:00 amJoin trip leaders Peter Ward and Anne Greig for a walk to explore nesting birds and migrants on parts of Salish & Spanish Trails. Emphasis will be on listening. Beginners welcome. Trails are…
Nature Vancouver Monthly Board Meeting
05/May/2026 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pmThe Nature Vancouver Board meets on the first Tuesday of every month except August. The purpose of the board is to provide governance for the society. Meeting agenda items are aimed at setting…
Spring Migration Magic at Queen Elizabeth Park
09/May/2026 at 8:00 am - 10:00 amSaturday, May 9 • 8:00–10:00 am Join Nature Vancouver and Birds Canada for a spring bird walk at Queen Elizabeth Park during the peak of migration. Early May is one of the best times of year to experience songbird…
A Tree-Identification Walk in Queen Elizabeth Park
09/May/2026 at 8:30 am - 10:30 amJoin Nina Shoroplova and Caroline Penn on a two-hour tree-identification walk in Queen Elizabeth Park. There will be steps, hills, trails, and paths to negotiate. And plantings to admire. The photo is from…
