November BMN CLUB MEETING: “An Evening with Map Man, Steve Chapman” presented by Steve Chapman
Tuesday Nov 12, 7:30 pm (in-person at Como Lake United Church)
Long-time BMN member and Coquitlam Search & Rescue volunteer Steve Chapman will talk about his transition from the 9-to-5 corporate world into the fascinating world of cartography. Learn about how maps are created, the challenges, and how our local hiking maps of the Tri-Cities and Golden Ears came to be.
Anyone who knows Steve will know that this will be an entertaining presentation!
This is a walk sponsored by the City of Coquitlam and registration is required.
This walk will loop a section of the Coquitlam River as far north as David Ave. Most of the trail will be flat and wide, but be prepared for uneven ground and some short hills. Time will be taken to explain how nature and humans coexist in the watershed of this urban stream. Spawning salmon might be seen. Roundtrip distance is 6 km with minimal elevation change.
Please contact Ian (604.939. 4039) for more info.
Below is a link to register and for other hikes and presentations.
Register or for information at 604-927-4386
BMN SHOW & SHARE: “Pitt Lake Adventures” presented by Ian McArthur
Tuesday November 19, 7:30pm – 8:30pm (via Zoom)
Over the last few years, Ian McArthur accompanied by other BMN members & friends have made several trips to remote areas accessed by boat from Pitt Lake. They were looking for old trails and roads for potential trails to viewpoints and waterfalls. Join this zoom presentation to hear about their discoveries!
BMN members will be sent a Zoom link closer to the date. For more info or the link, contact Ian (imcart@telus.net).
SFU United Way Book Sale
Wednesday, November 20 9AM-7PM and Thursday, November 21 9AM-4PM
Two days of a massive sale of used books of all sorts, with all proceeds going to the United Way. CDs, LPs, DVDs and board games are also sold. The Spring Book Sale raised more than $16,000! BMN member Jeff Rudd is the organizer of the sale, and many of his volunteers are BMNers too. And the volunteers are nearly always repeat-volunteers! The Sale is a lot of fun and a great place to do all your Christmas shopping.
Volunteers are desperately needed! Free parking, and a free coffee or tea, is available for volunteers. And donations of books, CDs, LPs, DVDs and games are much appreciated. Please contact Jeff Rudd for more details.
Sale is held indoors at the Burnaby Campus, North Concourse of the Academic Quadrangle.
SFU United Way Book Sale
Wednesday, November 20 9AM-7PM and Thursday, November 21 9AM-4PM
Two days of a massive sale of used books of all sorts, with all proceeds going to the United Way. CDs, LPs, DVDs and board games are also sold. The Spring Book Sale raised more than $16,000! BMN member Jeff Rudd is the organizer of the sale, and many of his volunteers are BMNers too. And the volunteers are nearly always repeat-volunteers! The Sale is a lot of fun and a great place to do all your Christmas shopping.
Volunteers are desperately needed! Free parking, and a free coffee or tea, is available for volunteers. And donations of books, CDs, LPs, DVDs and games are much appreciated. Please contact Jeff Rudd for more details.
Sale is held indoors at the Burnaby Campus, North Concourse of the Academic Quadrangle.
Coquitlam and Port Moody are once again collaborating with the Stanley Park Ecology Society to offer two free information sessions on how to live harmoniously with our urban coyote population.
Why Attend?
Coyote breeding season spans from January to April, and during this time, these fascinating animals will be more active as they establish and defend their territories. Residents may notice increased howling and yipping as coyotes communicate with one another, and it’s not uncommon to spot coyotes out and about as they search for mates.
Understanding how to minimize potential conflicts between coyotes, humans, and pets is essential for ensuring the safety of both our community and our urban wildlife. Coyotes play a crucial role in maintaining a balanced ecosystem by helping to control rodent populations and other wildlife.
Register for One of Two Free Information Sessions
Led by Rose Wilkin, Urban Wildlife Programs Coordinator from the Stanley Park Ecology Society, each one-hour session will cover:
- Coyote breeding behaviors
- Common myths and misconceptions surrounding urban coyotes
- How to respond if you encounter a coyote
- Tips for managing attractants to reduce coyote interactions
These sessions are open to all ages, and we encourage everyone to participate and learn how to coexist safely with our area’s remarkable wildlife.
Port Moody Session
Register at portmoody.ca/SignMeUp or call 604-469-4556.
Date: Friday, November 22
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Glenayre Community Centre, 492 Glencoe Drive
Course ID: 45105
Coquitlam Session
Details at coquitlam.ca/UrbanWildlife and register by email at urbanwildlife@coquitlam.ca.
Date: Sunday, November 24
Time: 3 – 4 p.m.
Location: Room 3 at Town Centre Park Community Centre, 1207 Pinetree Way
About the Stanley Park Ecology Society
Stanley Park Ecology Society – a registered charity since 1988 – began as the Stanley Park Zoological Society. Following the closure of the Park’s petting zoo in 1995, the society revised its name but continued with its aims of education, conservation and outreach programs.
Living Smart with Urban Wildlife
Surrounded by parks and green spaces, Coquitlam and Port Moody are home to a variety of wildlife, including bears, coyotes, deer, and other animals that sometimes travel through residential communities in search of food or shelter. Living on nature’s doorstep means we must learn to safely share our neighbourhoods with these animals. By managing attractants like unsecured garbage and accessible fruit trees, we can help prevent human-wildlife conflict and support safe coexistence with our urban wildlife. Visit coquitlam.ca/wildlife and portmoody.ca/wildlife for more information.
BMN Water Quality Monitoring Projects
Sunday, November 24 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
The usual day for these sessions is the last Sunday of the month, but the date is weather dependent. Check with the leaders for meeting places, dates and times. New volunteers are welcome!
Monthly monitoring is done concurrently at two locations:
Como Lake – contact Liz Thunstrom (elizabeththunstrom@telus.net).
Lost Lake and Mundy Lake in Mundy Park – contacts: Chris & Evelyn Thomson (ecco@telus.net).
Coquitlam and Port Moody are once again collaborating with the Stanley Park Ecology Society to offer two free information sessions on how to live harmoniously with our urban coyote population.
Why Attend?
Coyote breeding season spans from January to April, and during this time, these fascinating animals will be more active as they establish and defend their territories. Residents may notice increased howling and yipping as coyotes communicate with one another, and it’s not uncommon to spot coyotes out and about as they search for mates.
Understanding how to minimize potential conflicts between coyotes, humans, and pets is essential for ensuring the safety of both our community and our urban wildlife. Coyotes play a crucial role in maintaining a balanced ecosystem by helping to control rodent populations and other wildlife.
Register for One of Two Free Information Sessions
Led by Rose Wilkin, Urban Wildlife Programs Coordinator from the Stanley Park Ecology Society, each one-hour session will cover:
- Coyote breeding behaviors
- Common myths and misconceptions surrounding urban coyotes
- How to respond if you encounter a coyote
- Tips for managing attractants to reduce coyote interactions
These sessions are open to all ages, and we encourage everyone to participate and learn how to coexist safely with our area’s remarkable wildlife.
Port Moody Session
Register at portmoody.ca/SignMeUp or call 604-469-4556.
Date: Friday, November 22
Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Glenayre Community Centre, 492 Glencoe Drive
Course ID: 45105
Coquitlam Session
Details at coquitlam.ca/UrbanWildlife and register by email at urbanwildlife@coquitlam.ca.
Date: Sunday, November 24
Time: 3 – 4 p.m.
Location: Room 3 at Town Centre Park Community Centre, 1207 Pinetree Way
About the Stanley Park Ecology Society
Stanley Park Ecology Society – a registered charity since 1988 – began as the Stanley Park Zoological Society. Following the closure of the Park’s petting zoo in 1995, the society revised its name but continued with its aims of education, conservation and outreach programs.
Living Smart with Urban Wildlife
Surrounded by parks and green spaces, Coquitlam and Port Moody are home to a variety of wildlife, including bears, coyotes, deer, and other animals that sometimes travel through residential communities in search of food or shelter. Living on nature’s doorstep means we must learn to safely share our neighbourhoods with these animals. By managing attractants like unsecured garbage and accessible fruit trees, we can help prevent human-wildlife conflict and support safe coexistence with our urban wildlife. Visit coquitlam.ca/wildlife and portmoody.ca/wildlife for more information.
Birds are a ubiquitous part of our urban environments. In their November public workshop, the Institute of Urban Ecology at Douglas College (Coquitlam) is hosting a Birds Workshop that will explore the types of birds found in cities and their vital environmental roles. Bird populations are declining, and the reasons behind this troubling trend will be discussed..
The workshop will conclude by outlining ways you can protect our avian friends, including gardening choices, citizen science programs, and creating window strike stickers. You’ll also have the chance to practice using apps for bird identification and design your own anti-window strike decals.
This is an inclusive, FREE event. All are welcome!
Registration is required. Please scan the QR code above to register or click on the link: https://forms.office.
If you have any questions please email iue@douglascollege.ca
This is a hike sponsored by the City of Coquitlam and registration is required.
This flat loop walk will take in a few wildlife and vegetation rich areas of eastern Port Coquitlam including the Hyde Creek Nature Reserve and the Greg Moore Trail. Time will be taken to enjoy what nature has to offer. Roundtrip distance is 9 km.
Please contact Ian (604.939. 4039) for more info.
Below is a link to register and for other hikes and presentations.
Register or for information at 604-927-4386
December BMN CLUB MEETING: Annual General Meeting & Silent Auction
Tuesday December 10, 7pm – 9pm (in-person meeting at Como Lake United Church)
This is the annual fundraiser evening for BMN. This year, partial proceeds will be donated to two local wildlife rehabilitation groups, Critter Care and OWL Rehab.
In addition to the silent auction, bake and book sales, BMN will hold its Annual General Meeting. This is a brief session in which officers for the coming year are elected. There is always room for new faces on the BMN Board. There are several Member-at-Large positions which provide an opportunity to learn how the Board operates, and to contribute to BMN without requiring a huge commitment in time or energy.
The AGM will be followed by Ian McArthur’s annual “The Year-in-Review” presentation, a highlight of the year, showcasing BMN events from throughout 2024. If you have photos of BMN events please send them to Ian at imcart@telus.net before November 30.
Please see your November Newsletter for lots more information on the evening and how you can contribute!
Save the Date:
2024 Christmas Bird Count (CBC) is Sat Jan 4 2025
Our local Count is called the ‘Pitt Meadows Count’, and coordinators for teams to cover areas on both sides of the Pitt River will soon be gearing up.
If you’ve participated in the past, you’ll likely be contacted again this year; if you’ve never participated in a CBC, but want to, please send email BurkeMtnNats@gmail.com for more information. More info will be in the November newsletter.
Locations of the four Metro Vancouver CBC Circles can be found at https://gis.audubon.org/christmasbirdcount/. (You’ll need to zoom in to see this map…)