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X-WR-CALNAME:Vancouver · outdoors · this weekend · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall At The Farm DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260912 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261102 DTSTAMP:20260918T002550Z UID:10006350-1789171200-1793577599@604now.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Fall at the Farm is back for another season\, and you’re inv ited to enjoy a wonderful autumn day in the leaves! From enchanting photo- ops to delicious pumpkin spice treats\, Maan Farms’ Fall at the Farm is a magical experience that you won’t want to miss. \nRELATED: Maan Farms Halloween Fright Festival 2026 \nFall At the Farm\nMagical memories await at Maan Farms’ fall experience. This year’s attractions feature a beau tiful array of corn mazes\, pumpkin patches\, cuddly animals\, and tons of family-friendly events for you and the little ones to enjoy. \nCurious ab out the highlights? Check below! \nAttractions\n\nCanada’s biggest pumpk in house at the magical Pumpkin Patch in the Forest\, featuring a new expa nded area and 15 photo-ops.\nSeasonal treats like the Double Pumpkin Spice Cream and Apple Pie Samosa.\n2 amazing corn mazes to get lost in.\nAdorab le backyard animals that you can feed and visit\, including goats\, pigs\, alpacas\, donkeys\, Highland Cows\, mini horses\, sheep\, and more.\n2 ju mping pillows that are fun for the whole family.\nPedal Go-Karts for racin g.\n3 ziplines to zip down.\nA wooden fortress to let you imagination run wild in.\nThe bubble hut\, where you can find out who can blow the biggest bubble.\nGiant board games that are equally fun as they are large.\n\nTic ket Information\nYour ticket price depends on what experience you’re loo king for. You can get a 2026 membership\, General Admission\, Pick and Pla y\, or Do It All. Each ticket gets you different kinds of access to the fa rm\, so look below for all the info. \nDo note that Maan Farms does not of fer refunds or rescheduling. \nPhoto: Maan Farms\nEVENT DETAILS: \n📅 D ate: September 12 – November 1\, 2026 \n📍 Location: Maan Farms \n 🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Maan Farms Fall at the Farm \n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n You might also like\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n West Vancouver is Getting a Trendy New Cypress Mountain Village \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 16 Fun + Charming Pumpkin Patches In Metro Vancouver (MAP) \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Filipino Legacy Society I s Bringing A Major Filipino Cultural Film To Vancouver For A Free Screenin g \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \ n \n \n\ n \n \n \n Canada Urges Caution for Travellers to China as They Could Face New Exit Ban Rules LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T002550Z LOCATION:Maan Farms Country Experience\, 790 McKenzie Rd\, Abbotsford\, BC \, V2S 7N4\, Canada URL:https://604now.com/events/fall-at-the-farm-maan-farms/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:604 Now X-SOURCE-URL:https://604now.com/events/diljit-dosanjh-aura-world-tour-vanc ouver-bc-place-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Gardening Advice from Master Gardeners DTSTART:20260918T170000Z DTEND:20260918T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T183230Z UID:206058-1789725600-1789740000@virl.bc.ca CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Vancouver Island Master Gardeners will be at the library to an swer all your gardening questions. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T183230Z LOCATION:British Columbia\, Canada URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/gardening-advice-with-master-gardeners/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Vancouver Island Regional Library X-SOURCE-URL:https://virl.bc.ca/event/storytime-in-sooke-2-2022-12-16/all END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bike the Night 2026 DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T043000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T002221Z UID:http://uid.trumba.com/event/207743109 CATEGORIES:community,festival,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Event type: Celebration / festivalNeighbourhoods: DowntownAudi ences: All agesLanguages: EnglishTicket price: FREERegistration website: h ttps://hubcycling.ca/events/bike-the-nightOrganizer type: Community organi zationOrganizer name: HUB CyclingOrganizer website: https://hubcycling.ca/ Bike the Night returns on Friday\, September 18!As the sun sets\, join hun dreds of others for a leisurely 10-kilometre route along the iconic Vancou ver Seawall\, starting with a fun pre-ride celebration at David Lam Park.B efore and after the ride\, enjoy music\, food trucks\, free bike maintenan ce\, bike decorating\, light giveaways\, Project 529 registrations and hel pful information to help you feel confident cycling at night. Tickets are FREE but only 1\,000 available! Don't miss out - sign up today at hubcycl ing.ca/events/bike-the-night. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T002221Z LOCATION:David Lam Park
1300 Pacific Blvd\, Vancouver\, BC V6Z 2Y1\, Ca nada X-SOURCE-NAME:City of Vancouver Events X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.trumba.com/calendars/city-of-vancouver-events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Bike the Night DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T002550Z UID:10006347-1789750800-1789765200@604now.com CATEGORIES:community,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:HUB Cycling is hosting Bike the Night\, a 10-kilometre bike ri de along the iconic Vancouver Seawall to promote safe bike light usage for safe cycling! Take part in a fun night ride with your friends\, family an d community this September! \nRELATED: 85+ Fun Things To Do In Metro Vanco uver This September \nBike the Night\nThe event starts off with a fun\, pr e-ride celebration at David Lam Park. You can expect music\, food trucks\, free bike maintenance\, bike decorating\, light giveaways\, Project 529 r egistrations and valuable information to help you feel confident cycling a t night. \nAnd once the sun begins to set\, hundreds of beautifully-lit bi kes will hit the Seawall for a brilliant night ride. The route begins at t he Seawall\, winding from there and across Burrard Bridge before returning back to David Lam Park. The ride plans to be safe and enjoyable for all a ges and abilities. \nDo note that the ride takes place in two waves follow ing the pre-festival. The first wave is geared more toward families with y oung children who may ride slower or have earlier bedtimes. \nBack at Davi d Lam Park\, the festivities will still be going on. Feel free to stick ar ound and hang out with the community after your night bike ride! \nRegistr ation\nWhile the event is free to attend and take part in\, the event is l imited to 1\,000 riders. Grab your spot before it’s gone! \nEVENT DETAIL S: \n📅 Date: September 18\, 2026 \n📍 Location: David Lam Park & Th e Vancouver Seawall \n🎟️ Tickets & More Info: Bike the Night \n\n \ n\n \n \n\n \n You might also like\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n West Vancouver is Getting a Trendy New Cypress Mountain Village \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 1 6 Fun + Charming Pumpkin Patches In Metro Vancouver (MAP) \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Filipino Legacy S ociety Is Bringing A Major Filipino Cultural Film To Vancouver For A Free Screening \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Canada Urges Caution for Travellers to China as They Could Face N ew Exit Ban Rules LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T002550Z LOCATION:David Lam Park\, Pacific Blvd and Drake Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6G 1Z4\, Canada URL:https://604now.com/events/bike-the-night-vancouver/?utm_source=caldisc overy&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:604 Now X-SOURCE-URL:https://604now.com/events/diljit-dosanjh-aura-world-tour-vanc ouver-bc-place-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Fall at Hazelmere: Vibrant Pumpkin Patch + Mini Corn Maze DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260919 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261101 DTSTAMP:20260918T002550Z UID:10005016-1789776000-1793491199@604now.com CATEGORIES:family,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Looking for a charming autumn family outing? Look no further t han the colourful pumpkin patch and exciting mini corn maze at Gabriel Far ms this fall. \nFall Festivities at Gabriel Farms 2026\nFall is approachin g\, and as the leaves begin to fall and the air begins to cool\, many of u s look forward to fun fall outings with our families. \nGabriel Farms\, ho me of the Hazelmere Pumpkin Patch in South Surrey\, is the perfect place f or an afternoon autumn activity at an affordable price. They have pumpkin patches\, mini corn mazes and many other attractions to explore for a day of fun. \nHazelmere Pumpkin Patch\n\n\n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nView this post on Instagram\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nA post shared by hazelmere pumpkin patch (@hazelmere_pumpkin_patch) \n\n\n \nThe pumpkin patch is the highlight of the farm. Visitors can find a wide vari ety of amazing pumpkins in all shapes\, sizes and colours. \nExplore the 2 -acre field and take home your favorite pumpkin of the bunch\, just in tim e for jack-o-lantern and pie season. \nMini Corn Maze\nPhoto: Hazelmere Pu mpkin Patch / Facebook\nEven though the corn maze is small\, there is stil l much fun to be had within\, as it is a perfect maze for young kids to en joy. \nNot only that\, but the maze comes with an excellent reward\, as it leads directly to the pumpkin patch! \nOther Attractions\nFamilies can al so enjoy several other activities at the farm\, whether it’s taking a pl easant wagon ride\, or a delightful trip to visit the animals. \nThere is also a children’s play area to let the little ones embrace their imagina tion. All in all\, Gabriel Farms is a wonderful place for family and frien ds to ring in the fall season with each other. \nAdmission includes access to all attractions\, including the pumpkin patch and mini corn maze. It ’s also important to note that all ticket sales are at the venue\, so no online tickets will be available. Pumpkins prices vary depending on type and size and are not included in the price of admission. \nEVENT DETAILS: \n📅 Date: September 19 – October 31\, 2026 \n📍 Location: Gabriel F arms \n🎟️ More Info: Hazelmere at Gabriel Farms \nFor more upcoming e vents\, check out our new events calendar. \n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n You might also like\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n West Vancouve r is Getting a Trendy New Cypress Mountain Village \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 16 Fun + Charming Pumpki n Patches In Metro Vancouver (MAP) \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Filipino Legacy Society Is Bringing A Ma jor Filipino Cultural Film To Vancouver For A Free Screening \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Canada Urges C aution for Travellers to China as They Could Face New Exit Ban Rules LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T002550Z LOCATION:Hazelmere Pumpkin Patch\, 18507 20th Ave\, Surrey\, BC\, V3Z9V2\, Canada URL:https://604now.com/events/fall-at-hazelmere-vibrant-pumpkin-patch-mini -corn-maze-surrey/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=van couver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:604 Now X-SOURCE-URL:https://604now.com/events/diljit-dosanjh-aura-world-tour-vanc ouver-bc-place-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:FALL BIRDING AT REIFEL REFUGE DTSTART:20260919T160000Z DTEND:20260919T190000Z DTSTAMP:20260829T061048Z UID:1048@naturevancouver.ca CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Fall birding with Tom Plath (778 928-9206). Meet the the leade r at 0900 AM at the Reifel Bird Sanctuary entrance on Westhalm Island\, De lta on Saturday September 19th at 0900 AM. Reservations are required and c an be reserved starting three days in advance of your visit. Please visit their website ReifelBirdSanctuary.com . Bring binoculars and a snack for t his half day visit. This is a good time and location for the rare Sharp-ta iled Sandpiper. LAST-MODIFIED:20260829T061048Z URL:https://naturevancouver.ca/events/fall-birding-at-reifel-refuge/?utm_s ource=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://naturevancouver.ca/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Get to Know Stanley Park Habitats DTSTART:20260919T213000Z DTEND:20260919T230000Z DTSTAMP:20260810T002532Z UID:64476-1789828200-1789833600@stanleyparkecology.ca CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Get Tickets\n Problems using the ticket form below? You can a lso get tickets here. \n SPES uses the Zeffy platform to process payments \, so your entire purchase goes to us. If you’d like to help Zeffy keep running its services\, you can choose to tip them. If you don’t want to\ , choose “Other” in the drop-down menu and then enter $0. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n\n\n\n\nDESCRIPTION  \n\n\n\nWhether you’re visiting Stanley Park for the first time\, or you’re a local who’s curious to learn mor e\, this tour will share new sights in Stanley Park.   \n\n\n\nStanley Pa rk teems with an amazing variety of wildlife. At least 1500 species are kn own to live in the park. Join an Educator from Stanley Park Ecology to obs erve and notice the wildlife\, plants\, and history of surrounding ecosyst ems. From towering trees to rocky shorelines\, home to shy and mysterious creatures and delicate plants\, this walk will highlight the captivating b iodiversity of Stanley Park. Space is limited to 20 participants.  \n\n\n \nProgram Dates:  \n\n\n\n\nThursdays\, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm\n\nJuly 16\ , 23\, 30\n\n\n\nAugust 6\, 20\, 27\n\n\n\n\n\nSaturdays\, 2:30 – 4:00 p m\n\nJuly 4\, 18\, 25 \n\n\n\nAugust 1\, 15\, 22\, 29  \n\n\n\nSeptember 5\, 12\, 19\, 26 \n\n\n\n\n\n\nROUTE AND MORE INFO \n\n\n\nMeeting Locat ion: Stanley Park Bus Loop – among the large Douglas-fir trees https:// maps.app.goo.gl/R9kd1Qhm1dWqUPAy9   \n\n\n\nEnd Location: Xwáýx̱way ( Lumberman’s Arch) https://maps.app.goo.gl/DufruAqEzPwAgRqz8 \n\n\n\n\nT here are washrooms\, picnic tables\, and a concession stand (during open h ours) nearby.\n\n\n\nThe Stanley Park Ecology Educator will be able to gui de you back to the meeting location (approx. 7-minute walk up a slope) \n \n\n\n\nLogistics:  \n\n\n\n\nParking:  Paid lot https://maps.app.goo.g l/GvGrWqKJnuQTSBuR8   \n\n\n\nTransit:  #19 bus loop https://maps.app. goo.gl/unuTz216nfCBN5Cr7\n\nFrom downtown:\n\nTake the #19 bus from Pender St. all the way until the last stop\, or\n\n\n\nTake one of the #200 bus ses (240\, 250\, etc.) and get off at Denman St.\, then either take the #1 9 from that same bus stop\, or walk uphill to the Stanley Park bus loop (~ 15 minutes\, 1km)\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWashroom and Water Fountain:\n\nBefore Pr ogram: Front side of Stanley Park Pavilion\, near the Rock Garden – htt ps://maps.app.goo.gl/HuwDsPwfWrCqWhYN9  \n\n\n\nAfter Program: Lumberman ’s Arch Washrooms – https://maps.app.goo.gl/DufruAqEzPwAgRqz8   \n\ n\n\n\n\n\nRoute and Accessibility: This program will travel down a paved and sloped path to the entrance of South Creek Trail\, traveling by the R ose Garden and Shakespeare Garden. The group will travel down South Creek Trail to Beaver Lake Trail\, both of which are mostly level gravel paths\, and then to the paved and flat seawall\, likely using stairs to access th e last portion of the walk. There is also a concrete culvert at Beaver Lak e with a ~4cm lip that could potentially be challenging to cross with a wh eeled mobility device\, but assistance is available if desired. This progr am is delivered in English. Please reach out to publiced@stanleyparkecolog y.ca if you have questions.  \n\n\n\nTerms and Conditions \n\n\n\n(1)  Registration recommended\, drop-ins accepted until capacity is reached. Re gister ahead of time for a discounted rate! \n\n\n\n(2)  Cancellation po licy – We offer partial refunds for program fees up to 7 days before t he program. A 20% administration fee applies. Cancellations with less than the required notice are non-refundable. We do not refund fees for late or missed programs. Please request a refund by emailing publiced@stanleypar kecology.ca. You may also choose to support our public education programmi ng by donating your registration fee.  \n\n\n\n(3) Weather – Our tours typically run rain or shine. Rarely\, programs may be postponed or cancel led due extreme weather like high winds or extreme heat.  We will alert you by email if the program needs to be cancelled\, and we can either tran sfer your ticket to another date\, or provide a refund minus a 20% adminis tration fee. \n\n\n\n(4) Program Availability – Program full? Sign up  here to be notified if a spot opens up. We also have many other dates a vailable for this program\, see the list above. We also have a monthly e vents newsletter that you can subscribe to here. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe lan d on which we gather is the traditional\, ancestral\, and unceded territor y of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam)\, Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish)\, and s əlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) Peoples. Their stewardship and respect for t his land has carried forward for thousands of years long before settlers n amed it “Stanley Park”. LAST-MODIFIED:20260810T002532Z LOCATION:Stanley Park #19 Bus Loop\, Stanley Park Loop\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6G 3E2\, Canada URL:https://stanleyparkecology.ca/event/get-to-know-stanley-park-habitats- 13/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Stanley Park Ecology (SPE) X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.stanleyparkecology.ca END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Terry Fox Hometown Run 2026 DTSTART:20260920T150000Z DTEND:20260920T200000Z DTSTAMP:20260918T002550Z UID:10006356-1789891200-1789909200@604now.com CATEGORIES:community,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:Every year at the Terry Fox Hometown Run\, we come together as a community\, honour our hometown hero\, and raise vital funds for cancer research. \nJoin Port Coquitlam for the annual run on Sunday\, September 20. The run kicks off at 10am from Hyde Creek Recreation Centre\, with reg istration opening at 8am. \nThe route is wheelchair accessible\, and welco mes everyone to walk\, run\, cycle\, or use any form of movement to contri bute to cancer research. \nThis event is more than just a fundraiser: it s erves as a powerful testament to the Port Coquitlam community’s resilien ce and commitment to taking a stand against cancer while celebrating Terry ’s courageous legacy. \nEVENT DETAILS: \n📅 Date: September 20\, 2026 \n📍 Location: Begins at Hyde Creek Recreation Centre \n🎟️ More In fo: Terry Fox Hometown Run 2026 \n\n \n\n \n \n\n \n You might also like\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n West Vancouver is Getting a Trendy New Cypress Mountain Village \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n 16 Fun + Charming Pumpkin Patches In Metro Vancouver (MAP) \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Filipino Legacy Society Is Bringing A Major Filipino Cultural Film To Vancouver For A Free Screening \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n Canada Urges Caution for T ravellers to China as They Could Face New Exit Ban Rules LAST-MODIFIED:20260918T002550Z LOCATION:Hyde Creek Recreation Centre\, 1379 Laurier Avenue\, Port Coquitl am\, British Columbia\, V3B 2B9\, Canada URL:https://604now.com/events/terry-fox-hometown-run-2026/?utm_source=cald iscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:604 Now X-SOURCE-URL:https://604now.com/events/diljit-dosanjh-aura-world-tour-vanc ouver-bc-place-2026 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:HAWKWATCH SIT AT CYPRESS PROVINCIAL PARK DTSTART:20260920T190000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260820T001044Z UID:1037@naturevancouver.ca CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:With Optional Nature Journaling\nSunday\, September 20\, 2026 | 12:00–2 pm\n\nJoin Nature Vancouver for a relaxed and inclusive Hawkwa tch Sit at Cypress Provincial\nPark during the fall Raptor migration.\n\nR ather than a traditional Bird walk\, we will gather in one location\, set up our chairs\, and\nwatch the skies for migrating Hawks and other Raptors . Neill Vanhisberg will be our\nraptor guide\, helping us spot and identif y Raptors and sharing tips for recognizing\ndifferent species in flight. J oanna Chin will organize the event and facilitate optional\nnature journal ing.\n\nEveryone is welcome\, including families\, beginners\, experienced birders\, and people of\ndifferent backgrounds\, identities\, and abiliti es.\nWhat to Expect\nThis is a stationary hawk watch\, not a hike. We will spend most of our time sitting\ntogether and watching the sky. The pace w ill be relaxed\, and participants are welcome\nto sit\, stand\, move aroun d\, take breaks\, journal\, chat\, or simply enjoy the view.\n\nRaptor mig ration can be unpredictable. Sometimes several Birds may pass through in a \nshort period\, while at other times the skies may be quiet. Neill will h elp us scan for\nRaptors and share identification and migration tips along the way.\n\nBring binoculars if you have them. A limited number will be a vailable to borrow on a\nfirst-come\, first-served basis.\nOptional Nature Journaling\nNature journaling will be available throughout the hawk watch as an optional way to\nslow down\, notice and record what is happening ar ound us. You might sketch a Raptor\nin flight\, record the Birds we see\, write something you notice or wonder about\, or\nobserve changes in the we ather and landscape.\n\nPencil crayons will be provided. Feel free to brin g your own paper\, journal\, pencils\,\npens\, or other supplies you feel comfortable using. No drawing or journaling experience\nis necessary.\nAcc essibility & Inclusion\nThis event is designed to provide a relaxed and in clusive nature experience with\ndifferent ways to participate.\n\nThe hawk watch location is in an open grassy area with picnic tables scattered arou nd\nthe perimeter and through the middle. It is approximately 100 metres f rom the parking\nlot to our sitting location. There is no trail\, and the grass is somewhat uneven. The\ngrade is approximately 0-5% and no steeper than a 1:12 slope.\n\nFree parking is available\, with pit toilets next to the parking lot. Participants are\nwelcome to sit throughout the event\, change positions\, take breaks\, or leave early as\nneeded.\n\nPlease cont act Joanna if you have questions about accessibility or would like additio nal\ninformation about the site.\nWhat to Bring\n Portable chair\n B inoculars\, if you have them\n Water and snacks\n Layers and clothin g appropriate for the weather\n Sun protection\n Paper or a journal and your preferred supplies if you would like to nature journal\n\nNo prev ious birding or nature journaling experience is necessary. Families and ch ildren\nare welcome.\nRegistration\nRegistration is required and space is limited to 20 participants. Please contact Joanna\nChin at joachin8@gmail. com to register.\n\nThe exact meeting location within Cypress Provincial P ark will be provided to registered\nparticipants.\n\n[caption id="attachme nt_24489" align="alignnone" width="640"] Hawkwatch poster\, artwork by Joa nna Chin[/caption] LAST-MODIFIED:20260820T001044Z URL:https://naturevancouver.ca/events/hawkwatch-sit-at-cypress-provincial- park/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://naturevancouver.ca/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:BIRDING BOUNDARY BAY DTSTART:20260920T210000Z DTEND:20260921T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T001054Z UID:1045@naturevancouver.ca CATEGORIES:outdoors DESCRIPTION:Join trip leader Christine Balkwill for an afternoon of birdin g on Boundary Bay. We'll walk on the flat gravel dyke which will provide u s many opportunities for observing birds - songbirds in the brush\, ducks in the pond\, shorebirds and gulls in the bay\, and if we're lucky\, a rap tor or two. We'll hope to complete the section between 64th and 72nd stree ts which is about 4 k\, return. If you would like to avoid the return trip it might be possible to buddy with another person and park cars at both e nds. It can be cooler on the dyke and sometimes windy so dress in layers f or comfort. In the event of substantial rain the walk may be postponed.\n\ nPre-registration is required. To register\, please go to https://natureva ncouver.getcommunal.com/programs\n\nPlease indicate when you register whet her you would like to borrow a pair of quality birding binoculars. \n\nEm ail cbalkwill@shaw.ca if you have any questions. LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T001054Z URL:https://naturevancouver.ca/events/birding-boundary-bay/?utm_source=cal discovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:Events Calendar X-SOURCE-URL:https://naturevancouver.ca/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:VICTORIA- Predators of the Night! DTSTART:20260921T010000Z DTEND:20260921T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T182211Z UID:35691-1789927200-1789930800@naturekidsbc.ca CATEGORIES:education,outdoors DESCRIPTION:On September 20th from 6 – 7 PM\, we will take a wetland ev ening walk at King’s Pond\, Saanich\, with Nature Mentor Kay from Buil d-a-Brain. \nKay will guide us on an outdoor exploration of our local noct urnal neighbours. We’ll learn about adaptations and key features of owls \, bats and other night loving creatures. As well\, Kay will share how to identify signs of these nocturnal neighbours\, and see real example speci mens up close and personal. We’ll also discover how to help keep these flighted friends happy and healthy\, and maybe we’ll even spot a few of these creatures showing off their hunting skills! \nRecommended for ages 5 – 12 and their families. \nRegister here. \nWhen: Sunday\, September 20\, from 6 to 7 p.m. Please arrive around 5:50 to allow us all to sign th e waiver form and gather for our walk and talk. \nMeeting Location: King ’s Pond is situated within Cedar Hill Park. We’ll meet at the parking lot\, which is accessible at Queensbury Ave. and Ascot Drive. See attache d map. \nParking: There is a parking lot at Queensbury Ave. and Ascot Dri ve \nTransit: Please refer to BC Transit Victoria Trip Planner. \nWhat t o wear/bring: Please bring a headlamp or flashlight per person\, and dres s for the weather. \nAccessibility: The gravel trails are accessible for wheeled mobility devices\, although a bit uneven at some points. \nWeather : We go in light rain\, but will cancel in the event of heavy rain. \nLia bility Waiver: You will be asked to sign the attached waiver at the meet ing location. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T182211Z URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/explorer-day/victoria-predators-of-the-night/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=vancouver-bc X-SOURCE-NAME:NatureKidsBC X-SOURCE-URL:https://naturekidsbc.ca/find-a-club/vancouver-island/natureki ds-nanaimo END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR