Many fishes (eg: our salmon species) use different habitats at different times of their lives: freshwater, estuaries and the ocean. Streams are corridors connecting these habitats, and most streams are under intense pressure from human activities. Streamkeepers, an initiative of Fisheries and Oceans Canada, seeks to restore, enhance and preserve them wherever possible, and to raise awareness of their great value for fishes and other wildlife. Learn more about Pacific Streamkeepers Foundation at:http://www.pskf.ca

We will meet in the parking lot at 10 AM for an introductory talk from Streamkeepers ZoAnn Morten and Glen Parker, and then walk about 3 km to learn about some stream characteristics and relevant structures. Note to botanists: this trip includes information on plant species that stabilize stream banks and that provide food and shelter to stream critters. The link to the list of plants used in streamkeeper work is:  https://www.pskf.ca/publications/Module07.pdf (especially pp. 18/19).

The stream, informally referred to as “Lynn off-channel”, connects with Lynn Creek in Bridgeman Park. The site has parking, washrooms and a picnic area. Bring your lunch if you want to eat on site after the trip. Roughly 3 km walk, with no elevation gain,  but possibly some muddy sections. Wear comfortable, appropriate footwear.

The best entrance to Bridgeman Park for the trip is E. Keith Rd and Mountain Hwy, North Van – south of Hwy 1. A useful landmark is the North Shore Winter Club. Please make every effort to carpool if you plan to come by car. By bus, go to the Phibb’s Exchange on the North Shore. From there several buses make the same stop at Mountain Hwy and E Keith Rd –

This trip will go rain (not a deluge) or shine. Register with abby.schwarz8@gmail.com. Trip is limited to 20 participants.