Our activities include Hiking, Nature Walks, Birding, Bat Monitoring, Botanizing, Education and Outreach, Conservation and Monthly Meetings featuring informative guest speakers.
Non-members are welcome to participate in these activities as a way to preview our club and meet our friendly members prior to joining our group.
Burke Mountain Naturalists (BMN) was formed in 1989 by local residents interested in enjoying nature, encouraging nature awareness, and conserving local green spaces.
We are a club based in Coquitlam, BC, with a focus on the enjoyment and awareness of nature through activities and education.
Whether you are starting your exploration of nature in the Tri-Cities area (Port Moody, Coquitlam, Port Coquitlam) or are an experienced naturalist, we invite you to join us. Meet people who share your interests such as hiking, walking, birding, nature appreciation, and conservation.
Come as a guest and drop in to one of our monthly meetings, or participate in an scheduled activity,to learn more about us.
Search for migratory birds including the spectacular Lazuli Buntings on a 2-hour guided birding walk. Bring binoculars if possible. Meet in front of the Community Gardens at the end of Colony Farm Rd, Coquitlam. Presented by the Colony Farm Park Association.
Free, but registration required. (No registration is needed if you are a BMN member)
The beautiful lazuli bunting.
Ridge Park
This is a hike sponsored by the City of Coquitlam. Information on registration to be supplied soon.
This evening hike will take in the power line right-of-way on Westwood Plateau to gain elevation into the wonderful forest of Ridge Park. There will be a chance for great views overlooking Coquitlam and beyond. Roundtrip distance is 6km with an elevation gain of 245 m. Meet at 6:00 pm. Return approximately 9:00 pm.
Please contact Ian (604.939. 4039) for more info.
Have a look at the City of Coquitlam website coquitlam.ca/outdoors
Register or for information at 604-927-4386
Join BMN members and the Riverview Horticultural Centre Society for a guided tour of some of the outside portions of the heritage buildings and a wander into Finnie’s Garden area. The tour will last 90 minutes with some uphill and downhill sections. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes or boots. Walks go rain or shine. Dogs on leash are welcome. Meet at 7pm. Please contact Ian (604. 939. 4039) for more information.
