Birding with Me: Welcoming the BIPOC Community [FULL]

Led by Melissa Hafting, this free birding program will introduce you to the winter residents of Blackie Spit in Surrey, keeping eyes and ears tuned to find a wide range of birds, such as wigeons, surf scoters, trumpeter swans, shore birds, and more! Get out in nature in the new year and spend time in community during this Birding with Me walk. This event welcomes BIPOC nature enjoyers of all skill levels, including complete beginner birders, as well as participants of all ages. No experience necessary, and participants will be able to borrow binoculars.

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Wreath-Making Workshop and Cocoa

Join us for a session of wreath-making, hot cocoa, and tea! It’s the perfect time to brighten up the winter with some greenery, so come out to learn how to create an eco-wreath for your home or as a gift to a loved one. We’ll be using locally sourced plant materials like western redcedar and douglas-fir windfall branches, cones and more during this festive crafty workshop (materials included).

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Birds of a Feather: Winter Waterbirds

The waters of Stanley Park are alive with quacks, chirps, preening, and an occasional ruffled feather. Curious about this cold but bird-filled season? Join us for our monthly birding program, Birds of a Feather! This month, local birder Kris takes us on a relaxed, interpretive outing to explore seasonal and year-round feathered residents — with a focus on the charming winter waterbirds. No birding knowledge or experience necessary, just bring your curiosity and enjoy nature with each other! 

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What’s that Tree?

Do you find yourself wandering through the Park and wondering about the tall trees that greet you? If you’re curious about learning some beginner tree identification, join us for a relaxed outing in “Stanley Park”! We’ll learn how to recognize the late fall/early winter traits of some common forest and urban trees by taking a closer look at their bark, cones, and needles. No plant ID experience necessary!

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