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VANCOUVER – Escape from the City
- 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Byrne Creek Ravine Park in Burnaby is a place where wildlife can come to rest from the fast pace of the city. This beautiful ravine with a manmade spawning habitat that connects to the Fraser River will be our escape from the city.
Our Nature Mentors from the Byrne Creek Streamkeepers Society will guide us as we explore this watershed area, which is home to many species of fish (chum, coho, cutthroat trout, and stickleback), large trees, plants, mammals, birds, and invertebrates. Usually at this time of year, we would see some fish in the creek; however, due to recent elevated pH levels, there has sadly been a large die off. Our guides will explain the hazards of life in an urban creek, including the impact of invasive species, and how, with efforts from streamkeepers and the general public, recovery is possible.
We will be walking on the trail next to the creek for just over 3 km and will make stops along the way to see and learn about what makes this park unique. The trail is not stroller friendly.
Register here. Please note: by registering on the Google form, you are confirmed. If this Explorer Day is full, a notice will be sent to all NKs families via email, and the registration form will be closed to new registrations.
Questions please contact vancouver@naturekidsbc.ca
Meeting Location: Ron McLean Park, 7820 Hedley Ave, Burnaby
Transit: Ron McLean Park is a short walk from Edmonds Skytrain Station. There are picnic tables and washrooms available there.
What to wear: Dress for the weather. Wear shoes that have a reasonable grip and you don’t mind getting dirty or wet.
What to bring: Snacks, water, and magnifying glass (we’ll have some to share). A pen and paper if you would like to document species.
Weather: We will go in light rain, but will cancel in heavy rain.
Washrooms: At meeting location.
Cancellation: This Explorer Day will be limited to 20 people. Please inform us if you know, in advance, that you are unable to attend. We realize that busy families are not always able to attend at the last minute.