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.
The Friends of DeBoville Slough will hold their Annual General Meeting on Thursday, September 23 @ 7:00pm via Zoom. If you’re interested in what is going on at DeBoville Slough, feel free to attend, but you have to be a member for at least a month before you can vote. For more info, email info@fodbs.org.
Whether you’re just getting to know the birds in your backyard or are on the lookout for rarities, grab your binoculars and join a park interpreter to watch the seasonal changes of birds at Burnaby Lake.
Hosted by Metro Vancouver Parks.
This free event is open to everyone aged 15+.
Registration is required.
Two easy ways to register –
Online: metrovancouveronline.org
Call: 604-432-6359
This is the last of three tree tours that have re-started, after almost two years! Join the Riverview Horticultural Centre Society for a guided walking tour of some of the magnificent trees on the Riverview Hospital lands. Riverview is now known as Səmiq̓wəʔelə — pronounced “Suh-MEE-kwuh-EL-uh”.
This walk will be led by professional arborist and tree enthusiast James Bobick, and will last about two hours, depending on weather and walkers’ preference. Dress for the weather, and wear comfy shoes or boots. Walks go rain or shine. Children to adults welcome. Dogs on leash are also welcome.
Cheer on the salmon returning home to spawn in Kanaka Creek. Check out a salmon dissection and chat with fisheries experts from the Bell-Irving Hatchery.
This free event is suitable for all ages.
Registration required. Register as a household or group of up to 6 people.
Sign up for one of the 30-minute time slots.
Two easy ways to register –
Online: metrovancouveronline.org
Call: 604-432-6359
Presented with Kanaka Education & Environmental Partnership Society and hosted by Metro Vancouver Parks.
Cheer on the salmon returning home to spawn in Kanaka Creek. Check out a salmon dissection and chat with fisheries experts from the Bell-Irving Hatchery.
This free event is suitable for all ages.
Registration required. Register as a household or group of up to 6 people.
Sign up for one of the 30-minute time slots.
Two easy ways to register –
Online: metrovancouveronline.org
Call: 604-432-6359
Presented with Kanaka Education & Environmental Partnership Society and hosted by Metro Vancouver Parks.
Whether you’re just getting to know the birds in your backyard or are on the lookout for rarities, grab your binoculars and join a park interpreter to watch the seasonal changes of birds at Burnaby Lake.
Hosted by Metro Vancouver Parks.
This free event is open to everyone aged 15+.
Registration is required.
Two easy ways to register –
Online: metrovancouveronline.org
Call: 604-432-6359
Use binoculars and a field guide to identify and report findings during this winter bird count. Learn basic birding skills at this delightful Christmas tradition.
Ages 8 – 14
BURNABY LAKE REGIONAL PARK, Burnaby
Presented with Burnaby Lake Park Association
Free
Registration required.
Two easy ways to register –
Online: metrovancouveronline.org
Call: 604-432-6359
