Aug 29 | Old Growth Trail Walk

Spend a day exploring pockets of old growth forest in the lower reaches of the Seymour Watershed.

A short bus ride and leisurely guided walk will take you past the Seymour River and views of the Seymour Falls Dam.

This is a flat but unsurfaced trail.

All ages. Sorry, no strollers.

$4/child/youth/senior $7.50/adult, $20/family

Registration required, call 604-432-6430.

Date: Aug 29, 2010
Time: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm
Location: Lower Seymour Conservation Area
Contact: Metro Vancouver, 604-432-6430. Email: programs.info@metrovancouver.org

Aug 29 | Nature Photography for Beginners

Imagine photographing a secretive crayfish, a glistening raindrop or a coyote hunting for salmon.

Self-taught wildlife photographer Mike Stefiuk will share secrets for taking stunning pictures.

A park interpreter will give a brief introduction to the ecology of Kanaka Creek, and its beautiful sandstone canyon area will be your inspiration.

Bring a digital camera, and if possible a tripod and submersible camera.

This is not a technical workshop.

Program is weather dependent.

Ages 18+ $5/adult, $3/seniors

Date: Aug 29, 2010
Time: 9:00 am to 11:30 am
Location:
Kanaka Creek Regional Park
Contact:
Metro Vancouver, 604-432-6359, Email: programs.info@metrovancouver.org

Aug 28 | Urban Nature Team Challenge

Be amazed by Earth’s spectacular variety of life while competing for great prizes.

In teams of two to six, complete brain teasing, exploratory and adventure check points.

This is a two hour trek through trails, forest and marsh. Bonus points for arrival by bike or transit.

Draw prizes for teams completing all check points.

Bring your camera, phone, water and snacks, and be ready to get dirty.

Ages 12+ Free, registration not required.

Information: 604-520-6442

Date: Aug 28, 20910
Time:
1:00 to 5:00 pm
Location:
Burnaby Lake Regional Park. Start at the Avalon Avenue park entrance – free bike valet parking availabl
Contact:
Metro Vancouver, 604-224-5739. Email: programs.info@metrovancouver.org

Sept 5 | Artful Sundays

An outdoor, visual arts market featuring the work of local artists, artist demonstrations and workshops, live music, community groups, special events and more!

This is the last weekend for Artful Sundays for this season.

Time: 12:00 noon until 5:00 pm
Location:
Napier St @ Commercial Drive
Contact: Lorrie Wager (604) 718-5800