Aug 15 | Explore by Canoe
August 8, 2010
Join this extended canoe journey to explore the more remote areas of Burnaby Lake.
Head out on the lake to discover the reeds, creeks, canals and beaver lodges too far for regular programs.
Ages 13+ $20/person/date
Time: 4:30 pm to 8:00 pm
Date: Aug 15, 2010
Location: Burnaby Lake Regional Park
Contact: Metro Vancouver, 604-432-6359. Email: programs.info@metrovancouver.org
Aug 12-19 | Beaver Wetland Paddle
August 8, 2010
Evening is a good time to spot beavers working on dams and canals.
Glide along the calm headwaters of the Brunette River, stop by beaver lodges, spot Marsh Wren nests and listen to darting dragonflies.
Learn how beavers are important and the creatures they support.
Ages 6+ $15/person/date
Time: 2:00 pm
Dates: Aug 12-19, 2010
Location: Burnaby Lake Regional Parks
Contact: Metro Vancouver, 604-432-6359. Email: programs.info@metrovancouver.org
May 1 | For the Tots – Chickadee Capers
April 22, 2010
Follow the flight of excited chickadees, listen to their calls and play chickadee games.
Enjoy an outdoor experience with your child as you learn about this tiny songbird.
$12.84/child, adult pair
Registration required, call 604-421-5225; quote barcode 216803.
Co-sponsored by Burnaby Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services.
Date: May 1, 2010
Time: 10:30 to 12:00 noon
Location: Burnaby Lake Regional Park
Contact info: 604-421-5225, email: programs.info@metrovancouver.org
April 17 | Birding By Ear
April 9, 2010
If you’ve ever wanted to be able to identify a bird by its song, now is your opportunity to learn how this is done.
Learn some of the more common songs of birds around Burnaby Lake.
This program is meant for those with no prior experience at birding by ear.
Ages 16+ $7.50/person
Time: 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM
Date: April 17, 2010
Location: Burnaby Lake Regional Park
Contact Information: Metro Vancouver, 604-432-6359, Email programs.info@metrovancouver.org
Website
Dec 6 | Christmas Nature Walk, Burnaby Lake
November 22, 2009
Enjoy a brisk guided winter walk along forested trails and discover wildlife in the park.
After, join Burnaby Lake Park Association volunteers at the Nature House for complimentary refreshments and to talk about the park’s natural history.
This is a family event with crafts available for children.
Meet at the Burnaby Lake Nature House, 4915 Piper Avenue, off Winston Street.
Information: 604-520-6442 , email: bbylakeparkassn@hotmail.com
May 17 | Spring Into Summer
May 1, 2009
Join us at the season opening of Burnaby Lake Nature House. Take a guided walk with a park interpreter to learn about our spring avian visitors and to see some of summer’s first plants.
Visit displays or make a craft to take home; enjoy the view from the newly reconstructed viewing tower overlooking Burnaby Lake. Park and meet at the Nature House on Piper Avenue off Winston Street, or park at the Avalon Avenue lot and enjoy a half-hour walk to the Nature House.
10:00 AM to 4:00 PM
May 17, 2009
Burnaby Lake Regional Park
Contact: Metro Vancouver Regional Parks, 604-432-6359
e-mail: programs.info@metrovancouver.org
website
May 9 | Spring Tune-Up: Bird Song
May 1, 2009
If you’ve ever wanted to identify a bird by its song, now is your opportunity to have your ears tuned by a park interpreter. Learn some of the common songs of birds around Burnaby Lake in a friendly setting. This program is for those with no prior experience at birding by ear. Ages 13+ $4/child/youth/senior, $7.50/adult, $20/family
7:00 AM to 9:00 AM
May 9, 2009
Location: Burnaby Lake Regional Park
Contact: Metro Vancouver Regional Parks, 604-432-6359
email: programs.info@metrovancouver.org
Dec 7 – Christmas Nature Walk
November 8, 2008
Come on a brisk, guided winter walk along forest trails to discover wildlife and birds in the park.
Then, return to the Nature House for delicious complimentary refreshments.
Burnaby Lake Park Association volunteers will be on hand to answer questions about the park’s natural history. You can support the association by purchasing goodies at their Christmas bake sale table.
Date: Dec 7, 2008
Time: 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Location: Burnaby Lake Regional Park
Meet at the Burnaby Lake Nature House, 4519 Piper Avenue, off Winston Street.
Contact Information:
Burnaby Lake Park Association 604-520-6442
Email: bbylakeparkassn@hotmail.com
Presented by Burnaby Lake Park Association
