This is a hike sponsored by the City of Coquitlam. Registration (633791) and signed waiver form is required.

This evening of exercise will take you uphill of the homes on Westwood Plateau and into the forest of Eagle Ridge. The group will travel through a mature second growth forest and resting at some viewpoints overlooking the surrounding area. Some hiking experience and able to hike on steep trails is necessary. Roundtrip distance is 6 km with an elevation gain of 200 m. Meet at 6:00 pm. Return approximately 8:30 pm.

For questions or to register contact the City of Coquitlam Registration Line (604. 927. 4386).

Please contact Ian (604.939. 4039) for more info.

You can learn more about the bats in our area by joining the BMN  bat team on a bat monitoring outing. The outing begins with a brief introduction about the bats. Then, when the sun begins to set, we count the bats as they leave their roosts and fly around the area. You will have the opportunity to detect and identify the bat species by using an ultrasound echolocation detector.

We meet at a designated location 30 minutes before sunset and can stay for up to 30 minutes after sunset. Check the daily sunset table

To get details about the meeting location, contact Christina Saremba by email at 2sarembas@gmail.com or phone at 604.351.9643.

NOTE: The outing will be rescheduled if it is raining or very windy. Check the web site for updates.

Saturday, July 28  Brother’s Creek to Hollyburn Lodge

On this hike, we will see some giant old-growth trees as well as a mature second growth forest, canyons, waterfalls, 4 lakes, and an old saw mill from 1912. Roundtrip distance is approximately 12 km with an elevation gain of 500 m. Meet at 8:30 am. Return 4:00 pm.

Please contact Sigrid (604. 461. 9246) for more info.

Did you know Vancouver and surrounding area is home to 11 bat species? Bats are our primary nocturnal insectivore with individual bats consume up to 1000 insects per night. Bats are unique and interesting animals; drop by the South Coast Bat Conservation Society’s Bats station to learn more about bats and how you can help them, inside the Wild Things: The Power of Nature in Our Lives exhibition at the Museum of Vancouver.
This event is free with admission to the Museum. One of many weekly events in the exhibition Wild Things: The Power of Nature in Our Lives which is co-produced by Nature Vancouver and the Museum of Vancouver. This exhibition opened June 28, 2018 and is one of many celebrations of Nature Vancouver’s centenary.

Join members of the Burke Mountain Naturalists and the Riverview Horticultural Centre Society for a guided tour of some of the outside portions of the heritage buildings and a wander into Riverview’s wilder “backyard” area. The tour will last 90 minutes with some uphill and downhill sections. Dress for the weather, and wear comfy shoes or boots. Walks go rain or shine. Dogs on leash are welcome. Meet on the uphill side of the Henry Esson Young (HEY) Building at 7pm. Please contact Ian (604. 939. 4039) for more info.

Join other BMN members for a series of summer evening botanizing walks. Four gentle walks are planned, all starting at 7 PM and lasting about 1.5 hours, but you can leave whenever you wish. There is no leader for these walks. Instead, we’ll learn how to identify plants from each other and from our guidebooks. No need to register – just show up at the appointed time (7 PM) and place, bearing whatever plant guidebooks you own or can borrow. The walks will go rain or shine, but if there are high winds or heavy rain, check the BMN website before you head out for a cancellation notice. All participants will be required to sign the BMN liability waiver.

Walk #4  Woodhaven Trail, Belcarra Regional Park

Meet in the Woodhaven Swamp parking lot at 7 PM (located along the road to Belcarra Regional Park). This walk will not go around the swamp, but instead we will cross the road to follow Woodhaven Trail. The initial portion of this trail has some gentle ups and downs. It eventually leads to Sasamat Lake, but we will not get anywhere as far as that. Lovely second growth through here, and some open areas under power lines.  Washroom (outhouse) available.  THE PARK GATES CLOSE AT 9 PM, so we’ll end this walk sharply at 8:30 pm.

You can learn more about the bats in our area by joining the BMN  bat team on a bat monitoring outing. The outing begins with a brief introduction about the bats. Then, when the sun begins to set, we count the bats as they leave their roosts and fly around the area. You will have the opportunity to detect and identify the bat species by using an ultrasound echolocation detector.

We meet at a designated location 45 minutes before sunset to car pool to the destination and can stay for up to 45 minutes after sunset. Check the daily sunset table

To get details about the meeting location, contact Christina Saremba by email at 2sarembas@gmail.com or phone at 604.351.9643.

NOTE: The outing will be rescheduled if it is raining or very windy. Check the web site for updates.

You can learn more about the bats in our area by joining the BMN  bat team on a bat monitoring outing. The outing begins with a brief introduction about the bats. Then, when the sun begins to set, we count the bats as they leave their roosts and fly around the area. You will have the opportunity to detect and identify the bat species by using an ultrasound echolocation detector.

We meet at a designated location 30 minutes before sunset and can stay for up to 30 minutes after sunset. Check the daily sunset table

To get details about the meeting location, contact Christina Saremba by email at 2sarembas@gmail.com or phone at 604.351.9643.

NOTE: The outing will be rescheduled if it is raining or very windy. Check the web site for updates.

A wonderful viewpoint overlooking Munro Lake and the mountains beyond is the focus of this moderately strenuous hike. From the viewpoint, Munro Lake is at your feet and the Golden Ears Mountains are just a valley away. Dennett Lake will be a stopping point and if time allows we will wander around Munro Lake. Roundtrip distance is 12 km with an elevation gain of 900 m. Meet at 8:00 am. Return at 5:00 pm.

Please contact Ian (604. 939. 4039) for more info.

You can learn more about the bats in our area by joining the BMN  bat team on a bat monitoring outing. The outing begins with a brief introduction about the bats. Then, when the sun begins to set, we count the bats as they leave their roosts and fly around the area. You will have the opportunity to detect and identify the bat species by using an ultrasound echolocation detector.

We meet at a designated location 45 minutes before sunset to car pool to the destination and can stay for up to 45 minutes after sunset. Check the daily sunset table

To get details about the meeting location, contact Christina Saremba by email at 2sarembas@gmail.com or phone at 604.351.9643.

NOTE: The outing will be rescheduled if it is raining or very windy. Check the web site for updates.

You can learn more about the bats in our area by joining the BMN  bat team on a bat monitoring outing. The outing begins with a brief introduction about the bats. Then, when the sun begins to set, we count the bats as they leave their roosts and fly around the area. You will have the opportunity to detect and identify the bat species by using an ultrasound echolocation detector.

We meet at a designated location 30 minutes before sunset and can stay for up to 30 minutes after sunset. Check the daily sunset table

To get details about the meeting location, contact Christina Saremba by email at 2sarembas@gmail.com or phone at 604.351.9643.

NOTE: The outing will be rescheduled if it is raining or very windy. Check the web site for updates.

This moderate to moderately strenuous hike by any standards a truly magnificent place. Elfin Lakes are set at the end of an open ridge with breathtaking views of Mt. Garibaldi and Mamquam Mountain. There is a chance for some hardy souls who would like to go for a dip in one of the lakes that is open for swimming. Roundtrip distance is 22 km with a cumulative elevation gain of 750 m. Meet at 7:30 am. Return 6:30 pm.

Please contact Mahasti (604. 603. 9865) for more info

You can learn more about the bats in our area by joining the BMN  bat team on a bat monitoring outing. The outing begins with a brief introduction about the bats. Then, when the sun begins to set, we count the bats as they leave their roosts and fly around the area. You will have the opportunity to detect and identify the bat species by using an ultrasound echolocation detector.

We meet at a designated location 30 minutes before sunset and can stay for up to 30 minutes after sunset. Check the daily sunset table

To get details about the meeting location, contact Christina Saremba by email at 2sarembas@gmail.com or phone at 604.351.9643.

NOTE: The outing will be rescheduled if it is raining or very windy. Check the web site for updates.

This is a hike sponsored by the City of Coquitlam. Registration (633772) and signed waiver form is required.

This evening of exercise and hiking will take in Colony Farm, Citadel Heights, and end with watching a sunset by the Fraser River. Most of the hike is on level ground, but there is one short steep uphill section. Time will be taken to enjoy the views and wildlife in the area. Roundtrip distance is 6.5km with an elevation gain of 80 m. Meet at 6:00pm. Return approximately 8:30pm

For questions or to register contact the City of Coquitlam Registration Line (604. 927. 4386).

For additional info contact Ian (604. 939. 4039).