Event Calendar
Event Calendar
For more information about events see Field trip and Hikes.
Event Archive: Current • 2013 • 2012 • 2011 • 2010 • 2009 • 2008 • 2007 • 2006 • 2005 • 2004 • 2003
May 2013
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Monday May 20 |
CLUB HIKE: Baden-Powell TrailCome out for a moderate hike from Deep Cove to Lynn Valley on the Baden-Powell Trail. There are great views of Indian Arm from this trail and we will get to cross the free Lynn Valley Suspension Bridge. This will be a one-way hike as we will use public transit ($2.75) to return. Distance is 15 km (9 mi) with… |
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Wednesday May 22 7:00 PM |
Minnekhada Presents: Talk by Lyda Salatian, founder of the Lower Mainland Green TeamLyda Salatian Founder of the Lower Mainland Green Team will present what the Lower Mainland Green Team, the largest conservation volunteer group in BC, has accomplished over the last two years and where it is going in the future. The presentation is in Coquitlam at Minnekhada Lodge, Wednesday May 22 7pm – 8pm. More details here. lowermainlandgreenteam AT gmail DOT… |
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Saturday May 25 8:30 AM |
Birding with Larry at Colony Farm Regional ParkJoin Larry Cowan and members of Nature Vancouver for a half day birding trip to Colony Farm Park to enjoy Lazuli Buntings and, possibly, Western Kingbird, Band-tailed Pigeon, American Bittern and others. Meet in the parking area at the east end of Colony Form Road off the Lougheed Highway in Coquitlam. Phone Larry at 604-465-1402 for more info. |
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Wednesday May 29 7:00 PM |
Watershed Cafe: Spirituality & Our WatershedSpiritual and cultural values are important ecosystem services we receive from the Coquitlam River Watershed. How do we define spirituality in this context? Are there places or species that are important for spiritual experiences? Can we measure spirituality? These are some questions that we wish to explore at our next Watershed Cafe. Please join us – a drink of your… |
June 2013
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Saturday Jun 1 9:00 AM |
Free Guided Walks at Colony Farm Park to View Lazuli BuntingsIt’s time to join members of the Colony Farm Park Association and enjoy the lazuli buntings and other beautiful songbirds at Colony Farm Park. Tours are led by experienced birders. Meet in the grassy area (in front of the community gardens) beside the parking lot at the end of Colony Farm Road in Coquitlam. Free. Tours depart at 9 am… |
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Sunday Jun 2 1:00 PM |
Creative Café at Minnkehada LodgeJoin the Minnekhada Park Association for fun, creative activities at the Lodge. |
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Thursday Jun 6 5:30 PM |
Coquitlam River Watershed Roundtable Meeting‘Planning for our Future: Watershed Health & Challenges’. Together with a team of consultants and students, the Coquitlam River Watershed Roundtable Core Committee members have been working hard to develop our unique watershed plan – the first in Canada to follow the Open Standards for the Practice of Conservation and incorporate human well-being goals. Since the Roundtable meeting on Nov… |
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Thursday Jun 6 7:00 PM |
Summer Evening Botany Walk #2 - Woodhaven SwampJoin other BMN members for a series of evening botanizing walks. Six gentle walks are planned over the summer months, all starting at 7 PM. There is no leader for these walks. Instead, we’ll learn how to identify trees and plants from each other and from our guide books. We will go rain or shine. No need to register –… |
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Saturday Jun 8 8:00 AM |
Free Public Hike on Burke MountainTo celebrate the creation of Pinecone Burke Provincial Park in 1995, BMN members always lead a public hike along the Woodland Walk trail on Burke Mountain. This year, the trail will be somewhat different due to the twinning of the BC Hydro transmission line. Leader will be Ian McArthur. Participants should wear sturdy hiking boots; bring a lunch and appropriate… |
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Sunday Jun 9 1:00 PM |
Free Guided Tour of the Heritage Trees at RiverviewJoin the Riverview Horticultural Centre Society for a guided tour of the heritage trees on the Riverview Lands. This is a glorious time of year to view the trees! Tour lasts about two hours, and goes rain or shine. Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Dogs on leash are welcome. For more information, see the Riverview Horticultural Centre… |
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Tuesday Jun 11 7:00 PM |
MONTHLY MEETING: Evening Walk at RiverviewOur June monthly meeting will be outdoors (hopefully the weather will be too nice to be indoors) that will take the form of a walk through the Riverview grounds. The walk leader will be the incomparable Don Gillespie. Meet on the uphill side of the Henry Esson Young (HEY) building, where there is ample free parking. Riverview Hospital is located… |
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Thursday Jun 13 7:30 PM |
'Rivers Lost, Saved and Restored: A Global Perspective' by Mark AngeloMetro Vancouver and the Capital Regional District, along with the Pacific Parklands Foundation, present a special two-part speakers’ series as part of the 2013 Special Park Districts Forum. The first special presentation is “Rivers Lost, Saved and Restored: A Global Perspective”, presented by Mark Angelo. Mark will present his perspectives as an advocate for wild rivers; highlighting the plight of… |
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Saturday Jun 15 8:00 AM |
Raptor Count at Colony Farm ParkRaptor (and all-other-birds) count at Colony Farm Regional Park. Meet Lee Harding in the parking lot at the end of Colony Farm Road or, alternatively, join Mike Griffin at 9 am at the entrance on Shaughnessy Street in Port Coquitlam. Phone Lee (604-469-6795) or Mike (604-942-5326) to confirm that count is actually taking place on this day…sometimes, the date is… |
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Saturday Jun 15 8:30 AM |
Birding with Larry around Grant NarrowsJoin members of Nature Vancouver who will spend a half-day birding the Grant Narrows Area along the Pitt River Dyke covering an area from Grant Narrows to the bend in Rannie Rd. locally know as Dieter’s Corner. The grass may be long and in morning usually wet, appropriate footwear is advised. Later they will bird a short distance along the… |
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Saturday Jun 15 7:30 PM |
'Challenges of the 21st Century: Setting the Real Bottom-Line' - by David SuzukiMetro Vancouver and the Capital Regional District, along with the Pacific Parklands Foundation, present a special two-part speakers’ series as part of the 2013 Special Park Districts Forum. The second special presentation is “Challenges of the 21st Century: Setting the Real Bottom-Line”, presented by Dr. David Suzuki. Dr. Suzuki explores our linkages with nature and the economy. It is estimated… |
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Friday Jun 21 |
Bird Monitoring and Banding WorkshopBird Monitoring and Banding Workshop: • June 21-23 The Bird Monitoring and Banding Workshop is designed for people with little or no bird banding or bird in the hand experience and provides a fantastic opportunity to see birds up close and personal, to learn about their plumage, molt sequences and life habits. Most of all, these workshops are designed to… |
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Saturday Jun 22 |
Learn to Camp with Parks Canada and MECThink you might want to experience the pleasure of camping overnight but just need a helping hand? This summer register for a Learn-to camp event, co-presented by MEC and Parks Canada. These events take place across Canada to offer you the opportunity to learn how to plan and enjoy safe and successful camping trips. This is an overnight event, $88… |
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Saturday Jun 22 9:00 AM |
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Knotweed Removal at DeBoville SloughJoin the Friends of DeBoville Slough for a morning of exercise and camaraderie cutting Japanese Knotweed along the dikes. Wear sturdy shoes, bring work gloves and dress for the weather. Tools are provided. If the sun is shining, bring sunscreen, eye protection, a hat and drinking water. See here for more information on knotweed. From 9am to noon. |
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Wednesday Jun 26 7:00 PM |
Summer Evening Botany Walk #3 - Eastern Shoulder of Burnaby MountainJoin other BMN members for a series of evening botanizing walks. Six gentle walks are planned over the summer months, all starting at 7 PM. There is no leader for these walks. Instead, we’ll learn how to identify trees and plants from each other and from our guide books. We will go rain or shine. No need to register –… |
July 2013
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Wednesday Jul 3 7:00 PM |
Colony Farm Park Association Annual General MeetingJoin CFPA members for some light refreshments starting at 5:30 pm. The meeting will commence at 7 pm. At dusk, we will count the bats emerging from the bunkhouse. Some mosquitoes could be present, so dress appropriately. Meet in the grassy area (in front of the community gardens) beside the parking lot at the end of Colony Farm Road in… |
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Sunday Jul 7 1:00 PM |
Creative Café at Minnkehada LodgeJoin the Minnekhada Park Association for fun, creative activities at the Lodge. |
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Sunday Jul 7 1:00 PM |
Linden Tree Tour and Tea at RiverviewJoin the Riverview Horticultural Centre Society for their first linden tree walk of the summer at Riverview Hospital. Enjoy a refreshing tea afterwards! Dogs on leash are also welcome. For more information, see the Riverview Horticultural Centre Society’s website) or phone 604.290.9910. Free. Meet on the uphill side of the Henry Esson Young (HEY) Building. For additional information click here…. |
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Wednesday Jul 10 8:00 PM |
'Explore the Evening' - A Family Event at Burnaby LakeIn the evening, both day and night creatures may stir and night-blooming flowers open. Come and see for yourself at Burnaby Lake Regional Park. |
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Thursday Jul 11 7:30 PM |
Evening Linden Tree Tour and Tea at RiverviewJoin the Riverview Horticultural Centre Society for their second linden tree walk of the summer at Riverview Hospital. Enjoy a refreshing tea afterwards! Dogs on leash are also welcome. For more information, see the Riverview Horticultural Centre Society’s website) or phone 604.290.9910. Free. Meet on the uphill side of the Henry Esson Young (HEY) Building. For additional information click here…. |
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Thursday Jul 18 7:00 PM |
Summer Evening Botany Walk #4 - Woods along the Coquitlam River near Gabriola DriveJoin other BMN members for a series of evening botanizing walks. Six gentle walks are planned over the summer months, all starting at 7 PM. There is no leader for these walks. Instead, we’ll learn how to identify trees and plants from each other and from our guide books. We will go rain or shine. No need to register –… |
August 2013
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Sunday Aug 4 1:00 PM |
Creative Café at Minnkehada LodgeJoin the Minnekhada Park Association for fun, creative activities at the Lodge. |
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Thursday Aug 8 7:00 PM |
Summer Evening Botany Walk #5 - Bert Flinn Park and the Port Moody WetlandsJoin other BMN members for a series of evening botanizing walks. Six gentle walks are planned over the summer months, all starting at 7 PM. There is no leader for these walks. Instead, we’ll learn how to identify trees and plants from each other and from our guide books. We will go rain or shine. No need to register –… |
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Saturday Aug 17 11:00 AM |
Minnekhada 'Art in the Park' FestivalDiscover this two-day festival with artists, music, food, and roving performers in a historically and naturally significant setting. Saturday, August 17, 11 am – 4 pm, and Sunday, August 18, 10 am – 4 pm |
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Thursday Aug 29 7:00 PM |
Summer Evening Botany Walk #6 - The Ioco TownsiteJoin other BMN members for a series of evening botanizing walks. Six gentle walks are planned over the summer months, all starting at 7 PM. There is no leader for these walks. Instead, we’ll learn how to identify trees and plants from each other and from our guide books. We will go rain or shine. No need to register –… |
September 2013
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Sunday Sep 1 1:00 PM |
Creative Café at Minnkehada LodgeJoin the Minnekhada Park Association for fun, creative activities at the Lodge. |
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