intertidal

Aug 9, 2026 @ 08:30 amEvents

Kelp Fest’s Intertidal Adventure (FULL)

Ever wondered who those slimy-looking things down by the seawall actually are? Come explore Stanley Park during a low tide to see one of the biggest seaweed hotspots in Vancouver! Join seaweed scientist and enthusiast Ruby Burns to learn the names of our local marine “fronds” with a morning coffee in hand, plus some light breakfast snacks. This event is part of Vancouver Kelp Fest, a celebration of our unique urban coastline. Come stop by Kelp Fest’s main event on August 23rd at the Museum of Vancouver to eat kelp snacks, make seaweed art, and learn from local restoration experts

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Jun 13, 2026 @ 11:00 amEvents

Seaweeds of Stanley Park

How much do you really know about the slippery, salty, spectacular, and sometimes stinky lives of seaweeds? British Columbia is home to some of the highest diversity of seaweeds in the world, thanks to the cold and nutrient-rich waters. Join a UBC researcher for a wander at low tide to learn all about these vital marine organisms that capture carbon in the ocean, provide crucial habitat and food, and thrive along the shores of Stanley Park. Take a closer look with hand lenses and learn how to recognize different traits of seaweed species during Ocean Month!

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Jun 6, 2026 @ 12:00 pmEvents

Test the Water! Water Quality Demo with Water Rangers

Celebrate Ocean Week (June 1-8) in Stanley Park! In this free hands-on intro session with Water Rangers, participants get to try a suite of water testing tools used by community scientists monitoring lakes, rivers, and ocean sites across Canada. We’ll measure dissolved oxygen, air and water temperature, water clarity using a Secchi disc, and key chemical parameters including pH, hardness, nitrate, and nitrite using test strips including a salinity meter to explore what makes marine and freshwater environments so distinct. No experience needed, just curiosity about the water around you.

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