Apr
26
Fri
Apr 26 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Looking for Volunteers to do Trail Maintenance in Pinecone Burke Provincial Park
The Pinecone Burke Stewards (PBS), under the guidance of BC Parks, have been doing trail maintenance on Burke Mountain & the Widgeon area for the last few years. If you are interested in joining us you will need to attend a meeting and sign an agreement before you will be able to do trail maintenance without BC Parks present. In return for signing the agreement, we will have liability insurance if someone is injured while working. There are no membership fees.
If this interests you, we will be scheduling a meeting in Coquitlam on Friday, April 26
Please contact Ian (604.939.4039) if you are interested.
Apr
27
Sat
Join members of 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. Please contact Ian (604. 939. 4039) for more info and meeting location.
May
2
Thu
Join your fellow members of BC Nature at the Annual General Meeting 2019 in the beautiful Cowichan Valley on Vancouver Island. The meeting is hosted by the Cowichan Valley Naturalists’ Society in Duncan.
Visit the event website for details. Note that the deadline for early registration is March 2nd.
To register or for more information, contact by email.
May
4
Sat
May 4 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
O.W.L. is a frequent recipient of money raised at BMN’s December Silent Auction. Here’s your chance to tour some of the facilities at O.W.L. in Delta.
OWL’s annual Open House allows you to get a behind the scenes look of one of the busiest raptor rehabilitation centres in Canada. This is the only time that they open up 70% of the facility for the public to get a peek at the medical facility and some of the rehabilitation enclosures. Meet some local raptor species and learn about what they do at OWL.
The highlight of the Open House will be the release of a rehabilitated bird on both days at 1pm. Tours will leave on every half hour and there will be two Raptor Meet and Greets each day where you can get a more close up view of some of O.W.L.’s permanent residents. Come listen to David Hancock talk about Bald Eagles both days at 11am in the School House.
The annual Noons Creek Hatchery Fingerling Festival at Noons Creek and the Port Moody skating arena. Help to release 40,000 young chum into Noons Creek and view displays from 70 environmental groups in the lower mainland. Enjoy the music, children’s activities, food, and fun!
From 11am-3pm. Parking around the Rec Centre will be a problem, so please consider walking or transit.
May
5
Sun
May 5 @ 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
O.W.L. is a frequent recipient of money raised at BMN’s December Silent Auction. Here’s your chance to tour some of the facilities at O.W.L. in Delta.
OWL’s annual Open House allows you to get a behind the scenes look of one of the busiest raptor rehabilitation centres in Canada. This is the only time that they open up 70% of the facility for the public to get a peek at the medical facility and some of the rehabilitation enclosures. Meet some local raptor species and learn about what they do at OWL.
The highlight of the Open House will be the release of a rehabilitated bird on both days at 1pm. Tours will leave on every half hour and there will be two Raptor Meet and Greets each day where you can get a more close up view of some of O.W.L.’s permanent residents. Come listen to David Hancock talk about Bald Eagles both days at 11am in the School House.
May
8
Wed
This is a presentation sponsored by the City of Coquitlam. Registration (645417).
Come out and enjoy an evening of slides while learning about local places to hike and how to be prepared. Do you know what ten essential items you should have in your pack? Ian McArthur will present slides of hikes in Coquitlam and other local areas. This presentation is geared for the novice and intermediate hiker, but experienced hikers will learn about some favourite hikes and some hidden gems our local mountains have to offer.
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
May
11
Sat
This is a hike sponsored by the City of Coquitlam. Registration (645968) and signed waiver form is required.
This low level intermediate hike will take in a forested trail along Burrard Inlet and climb steeply to a wonderful viewpoint looking to the west. Roundtrip distance is 8 km with an elevation gain of 300 m. Meet at 2:00 pm. Return approximately 6:00 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
May
16
Thu
This is a hike sponsored by the City of Coquitlam. Registration (645366) and signed waiver form is required.
This trip will travel through the lush upper section of Miller Ravine while taking time to enjoy nature. The group will then descend into the steep forested area of the Chines before regaining elevation to make a loop back to the starting point. On a clear evening, great views of the mountains to the north can be seen. Roundtrip distance is 4 km with a cumulative elevation gain of 130 m. Meet at 6:00 pm. Return approximately 8:00 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
May
22
Wed
This is a hike sponsored by the City of Coquitlam. Registration (645375) and signed waiver form is required.
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
May
29
Wed
May 29 – Jun 22 all day
This is a hike sponsored by the City of Coquitlam. Registration (645376) and signed waiver form is required.
Here is a great four step program for you to gain confidence to accomplish your goal. We will start with a beginner’s hike and progress to an intermediate hike. Our journey to Buntzen Ridge will take in views of the Lower Mainland. The roundtrip distance is 10 km with an elevation gain of 500 m. This program will start with an evening information session and slide show followed by a short walk. We will progress with hikes in Belcarra Regional Park and on Eagle Ridge before our final hike and completing our goal. As it is not just about the destination, we will take time to enjoy what nature has to offer.
| DATE | Beginners Hiking Program |
| Wednesday
May 29 |
Evening slide show and walk along Hoy Creek.
7pm to 9pm |
| Sunday
June 9 |
Belcarra Regional Park (Jug Island)
3 hours, 5.5 km, 300 m elevation gain 1pm to 4pm |
| Saturday
June 15 |
Lower Eagle Ridge
4 hours, 8 km, 300 m elevation gain. 9am to 1pm |
| Saturday
June 22 |
Buntzen Ridge from Sasamat Lake
5 hours, 10 km, 500 m elevation gain. 8am to 1pm |
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
May
30
Thu
May 30 – Jun 23 all day
This is a hike sponsored by the City of Coquitlam. Registration (645404) and signed waiver form is required.
Have you ever wanted to hike Diez Vistas in the Buntzen Lake Recreation Area, but did not know if you could do it? Here is a great four step program for you to gain confidence to accomplish your goal. Diez Vistas is Spanish for “ten views” and it offers spectacular views of Vancouver’s waterways and mountains. This trail is steep at times and can be more demanding than most trail guides suggest. The roundtrip distance is 15 km with a cumulative elevation gain of 900 m. This program will start with an evening information session and slide show followed by a short hike. We will progress with hikes in Belcarra Regional Park and on Eagle Ridge before our final hike and completing our goal. As it is not just about the destination, we will take time to enjoy what nature has to offer.
| DATE | Intermediate Hiking Program |
| Thursday
May 30 |
Evening slide show and hike along Hoy Creek.
6:30pm to 9pm |
| Sunday
June 9 |
Belcarra Regional Park (Belcarra Bluffs).
4 hours, 8 km, 300 m elevation gain 8am to noon |
| Sunday
June 16 |
Cypress Lake on Eagle Ridge
5 hours, 12 km, 500 m elevation gain. 8am to 1pm |
| Sunday
June 23 |
Diez Vistas and loop around Buntzen Lake
7.5 hours, 15 km, 900 m 8am to 3:30pm |
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
Jun
9
Sun
Want some wild fun without leaving the city? Learn how to bring more nature to Burnaby through stewardship displays, guided walks and invasive species pulls.
Park at Avalon entrance and meet at Cariboo Dam, Burnaby
Info: www.metrovancouver.org (search ‘Wild About Burnaby Lake’) or www.burnabylakepark.ca
Presented with Burnaby Lake Park Association & City of Burnaby
Jul
7
Sun
Jul 7 – Jul 28 all day
This is a hike sponsored by the City of Coquitlam. Registration (645405) and signed waiver form is required.
Have you ever wanted to hike on Burke Mountain in Pinecone Burke Provincial Park, but did not know if you could do it? Here is a great four step program for you to gain confidence to accomplish your goal of exploring many trails on Burke Mountain. The Munro and Dennett Lakes Trail on Burke passes through old-growth forests and visits sub-alpine lakes. This trail is steep at times and can be more demanding than the stats suggest. The roundtrip distance is 12 km with an elevation gain of 900 m. This program will hike on the Woodland Walk, Coquitlam Lake View, and Hourglass Lake Trails before our final hike and completing our goal. As it is not just about the destination, we will take time to enjoy what nature has to offer.
| DATE | Intermediate Hiking Program |
| Sunday
July 7 |
Woodland Walk
5 hours, 11.5 km, 300 m elevation gain, 8am to 1pm |
| Sunday
July 14 |
Coquitlam Lake View Trail
6 hours, 9.6 km, 640 m elevation gain, 8am to 2pm |
| Sunday
July 21 |
Hourglass Lake
6.5 hours, 14 km, 700 m elevation gain, 8am to 2:30pm |
| Sunday
July 28 |
Munro & Dennett Lakes
7.5 hours, 12 km, 900 m elevation gain, 8am to 3:30pm |
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
Aug
29
Thu
This is a hike sponsored by the City of Coquitlam. Registration (645969) 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
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
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