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Aug 6, 2026 @ 06:00 pmEvents

Summer Berries and Edible Plants [CANCELLED]

Wandering the trails in the summertime, you likely notice the colourful, juicy berry gems hidden amongst lush green plants. Or maybe you’ve wondered how to find relief from bug bites while out on a hike. Join this beginner-friendly plant walk to learn about the common berries and other plants found across our region, which ones are edible or otherwise useful, and tips on how to identify them. We’ll learn about trailing blackberry, staghorn sumac, Oregon grape, and more!

Note: No non-Indigenous harvesting or foraging is allowed in city parks, and this educational walk will not include any foraging or tasting. Information will be shared on where to forage in our region and how to do so responsibly. Do not use this walk as your only resource on edible plants, and be aware of the risks of foraging.

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Jun 10, 2026 @ 06:00 pmEvents

Summer Berries and Wildflowers: Nature Tour

Ever wondered about the colourful blooms and juicy berries that mark the sweet-smelling summer season? The nearby native plants are full of life during these warm months, showing off their bright buds, soft leaves, and shiny fruits as they support countless insects, birds, and other animals in the Park. Join SPE educator Julia for a stroll to learn about local wildflowers and summer berries in Stanley Park and their role in the ecosystem — no prior plant ID skills necessary! We’ll learn about salmonberry, twinberry honeysuckle, snowberry, red elderberry, and more! 

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Jul 19, 2025 @ 01:30 pmEvents

Bugs, Birds, and Forest Treasures

What could be the connection between rufous hummingbirds, red-breasted sapsuckers, and insects in the forest? Where do little brown bats go in the daytime? Who’s been visiting the flowers and berries in the forest? Join us for a forest ecology walk to learn about the hidden connections from the mossy ground to the treetop canopies!

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Jun 25, 2025 @ 06:00 pmEvents

Forest Plants of Stanley Park

Join Julia for a stroll through the forest to get to know the common forest plants of our region, learning key characteristics and fun tips to tell them apart! We’ll learn how these plants are ecologically connected to each other and the wildlife of our region.

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