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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
Jun 2026
Birding at Burnaby Lake
13/Jun/2026 at 8:30 am - 11:30 amDate: 13th June (Saturday) Start time: 8:30 am Duration: Max. 3-hrs (about 5 kilometers walking) Meeting location: Burnaby Lake Avalon entrance parking lot, accessible from Cariboo road. The Burnaby Lake Avalon entrance trail is the best…
2nd Annual Cypress Provincial Park Bird Blitz
14/Jun/2026 at 7:45 amExperienced birders will lead walks/hikes to 6 different areas in Cypress Park to record species and numbers. 47 species were recorded in 2025. Yew Lake/Old Growth – 2 km, 20 m elevation, max…
Roche Point Forest Field Trip
20/Jun/2026 at 11:00 am - 1:30 pmTitle: Roche Point Forest, a selectively logged old-growth forest ecosystem recently dedicated as parkland. Presenter: David Cook, Biologist. Registration is required in order to limit the number to a manageable size: Register with David…
Early Bird Yew Lake Trail Walk #1 - June 21, 2026, 6:00am
21/Jun/2026 at 6:00 am - 8:00 amLead by Angela Hansen and Neill Vanhinsberg We should see lots of bird activity in June as spring is peak, with early flowers in bloom, and birds actively breeding. We will walk the Yew…
Summer Camp Registration Closes
29/Jun/2026 at 10:00 amToday is the last day to register for NV Summer Camp at Camp Potlatch. Please see Summer Camps - Nature Vancouver for details.
Caulfeild Park Geology Tour
30/Jun/2026 at 11:00 am - 1:00 pmThis is a combined Lighthouse Park Preservation Society and Nature Vancouver field trip. Tour will be cancelled if it rains or if it rains the day before, as the rocks are slippery when…
Jul 2026
Early Bird Yew Lake Trail Walk #2 - July 11, 2026, 6:00am
11/Jul/2026 at 6:00 am - 8:00 amLead by Angela Hansen and Neill Vanhinsberg Birds should be on nests, actively breeding, and feeding chicks in July, insectivorous bird species may be more active. Expect more wildflowers to be in bloom. We will walk…
Roche Point Forest Field Trip
15/Jul/2026 at 11:00 am - 1:30 pmTitle: Roche Point Forest, a selectively logged old-growth forest ecosystem recently dedicated as parkland. Presenter: David Cook, Biologist. Registration is required in order to limit the number to a manageable size: Register with David…
Aug 2026
Birds and Butterflies: Yew Lake Trail Walk #3 - August 9, 2026, 12:00pm
09/Aug/2026 at 12:00 pm - 2:00 pmLead by Angela Hansen and Neill Vanhinsberg Birds should be caring for fledglings, and young birds foraging in mixed flocks to prepare for migration. There will be wildflowers in bloom and some plants fruiting.…
Sep 2026
Bird and Butterflies: Yew Lake Trail Walk #4 - September 12, 2026, 12:00pm
12/Sep/2026 at 12:00 pm - 2:00 pmLead by Angela Hansen and Neill Vanhinsberg Birds should be active, local birds preparing for migration, or migrating through and foraging in mixed flocks. Plants will be in full fruiting splendor, with some…
