Discover the incredible variety and lives of local birds in our monthly birding program, Birds of a Feather. Join a local birder for a relaxed interpretive outing and learn to identify and appreciate seasonal bird species. This late winter, keep your senses tuned to the presence of ducks, hummingbirds, eagles, chickadees, and more feathered friends around Lost Lagoon. No birding experience required, just bring your curiosity and take flight!
read moreJoin us for this wintery forest walk, where participants will learn about various species of ferns, evergreen trees, and other resilient plants that thrive in winter conditions, and how to identify them. We will delve into the fascinating adaptations these species have developed to survive snow, frost, and relatively limited sunlight. Discover the hidden ecosystems that flourish beneath a blanket of snow, and gain insight into the crucial roles these plants play in forest ecology!
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Photo: Iris Removal (Greg Hart)
Welcome senior participants! Join us for a slow-paced stroll around Lost Lagoon to admire the late winter birds and other wildlife in the nearby waters, trees, and shores. We’ll turn our attention to the colourful ducks and lively hummingbirds, plus look out for recent beaver activity and whatever else we can find along the way. This is a beginner-friendly nature outing!
read moreA wintertime evening in the woods becomes an earthly soundscape with the calls of courting owls. From the charismatic great horned owl, to the ubiquitous barred owl, to the elusive and petite northern saw-whet owl, there are many nocturnal hunters to learn about in their peak activity! Join us to experience the breeding season activity and sounds of Stanley Park’s owls on this popular nighttime walk, as we try our luck to encounter these lively birds.
read moreA wintertime evening in the woods becomes an earthly soundscape with the calls of courting owls. From the charismatic great horned owl, to the ubiquitous barred owl, to the elusive and petite northern saw-whet owl, there are many nocturnal hunters to learn about in their peak activity! Join us to experience the breeding season activity and sounds of Stanley Park’s owls on this popular nighttime walk, as we try our luck to encounter these lively birds.
read moreJoin us for a nature walk through the forest to get to know coyotes, focusing on topics such as their behavior, ecology, and how we can coexist with these fascinating and curious creatures.
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