Welcome

Welcome

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  BIRDINGBOTANY, GEOLOGY, MARINE BIOLOGYand 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

May 2025

Annual General Meeting

15/May/2025 at 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm
The 107th Annual General Meeting of Nature Vancouver will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2025 at 7:00 pm at Hewett Centre Hall, Unitarian Church, 949 West 49th Avenue (49th and Oak) Vancouver,…

Dawn Chorus at Piper Spit Burnaby Lake

18/May/2025 at 5:00 am - 8:00 am
Join Kelvin Yip and Neill Vanhinsberg dark and early to listen to early morning bird song. We will be identifying birds by their song at the time of year and time of day…

New Brighton Restoration – Work Party

18/May/2025 at 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
The Nature Vancouver led New Brighton biodiversity enhancement project is now in its 4th year of removing invasive plant species such as Scotch Broom, Himalayan Blackberry, Bull Thistle and Purple Vetch among others.…

What is this Bird? Nature Journal and Bird Vocalizations - Jericho Beach Park

20/May/2025 at 9:00 am - 11:00 am
This event is designed to be an intentionally inclusive and welcoming space for diverse people of all ages, and all abilities. We will be sitting for most of the session. Please bring a…

Nature Journal and Birding: An Introduction - Iona Beach Regional Park

25/May/2025 at 9:00 am - 11:00 am
This event is designed to be an intentionally inclusive and welcoming space for diverse people of all ages, and all abilities. We will be sitting for most of the session. Please bring a…

Bird Walk at Jericho Beach

31/May/2025 at 8:00 am - 10:00 am
Join Christine Balkwill and Neill Vanhinsberg for a quiet morning bird walk through Jericho Beach Park. Jericho has a variety of habitats creating the potential to observe a nice range of species. We…

Jun 2025

Nature Vancouver Monthly Board Meeting

03/Jun/2025 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The 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…

Birding Field Trip to Burnaby Lake

14/Jun/2025 at 8:00 am - 11:00 am
Join trip leaders Harvey Dueck and Michelle Baudais at 8am Saturday June 14th for a few hours of birding at Burnaby Lake.  Instead of focusing on Piper Spit, this trip will begin at…

Jul 2025

Nature Vancouver Monthly Board Meeting

01/Jul/2025 at 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
The 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…

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