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Archive for the ‘Great Walks’ Category

July 23rd, 2008

Day Trips to the Gulf Islands

The Southern Gulf Islands make up one of the most ecologically distinctive and fragile areas in southern Canada.
They are beautiful, serene places, within relatively easy reach from Vancouver’s Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island.
Galiano Island- The skinniest, driest and least agricultural of the islands, Galiano retains most of its unspoiled characteristics. You can spend hours spotting […]

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July 16th, 2008

Hiking in Lynn Headwater Regional Park

Lynn Headwater Regional Park is a rugged, 4685 hectare mountain park, located across the Lions Gate Bridge, in North Vancouver.
Rugged mountain slopes receding from the running waters of Lynn Creek, are two of the parks most prominent features.
Numerous tributaries plummet to the creek, creating spectacular cascades and debris chutes.
Tree-lined trails trace the creek through the […]

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June 2nd, 2008

Marine Interpretive Walk

What can I saw…I love the ocean, do you? Here is a great event for the whole family. June 7 2008, there will be the Beach Hero Marine Interpretive Walk, at 2pm.
All ages are welcome! Free stickers, tattoos & activity books for all Beach Heroes. Be sure to wear shoes that you […]

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May 24th, 2008

6th Annual Bird Count

Calling all bird watchers, on the 31th of May, North Langley’s Glen Valley Watershed will be conducting this years bird count. Not to worry, not experienced, there will be people there to help you sharp your skills. The Glen Valley Watersheds Society will be hosting a wrap up BBQ following the even to […]

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April 23rd, 2008

The Grouse Grind

The Grouse Grind is a very popular 2.9 km hike to the peak of Vancouver, located in North Vancouver at the base of Grouse Mountain.
It is an extremely steep and mountainous trail that begins at 300 m elevation level and climbs to 1100 m straight up the face of Grouse Mountain.
Hiking time vary considerable depending […]

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February 15th, 2008

Vancouver’s Oldest Part of Town

Gastown is a charming mix of old and new, and the birthplace of Vancouver!
Cobbled streets, Victorian architecture and a maze of courtyards and passage-ways house some the the treasure that only Gastown can offer.
You will find an amazing selection of boutiques, restaurants and an assortment of entertainment for all age groups.
In total there are […]

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February 15th, 2008

Renfrew Ravine Nature Walk - All Ages

Enjoy an early spring nature and bird walk along Renfrew Ravine. This will be an easy walk between 22nd and 29th avenues along the greenway path. Dress for the weather.
People are to meet at Renfrew Community Center-library side entrance.
Cost:
$2 - person
$5 - family
For more information call 604.257.8388 See you all there!

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November 27th, 2007

Salmon Run; Goldstream Park

This simply has to be one of the best trips I have ever taken. Goldstream Provincial Park’s day-use area is located 16 km northwest of Victoria, on the Trans Canada Hwy (Hwy 1) at the junction of Hwy 1 and Finlayson Arm Road.
From October through to December of each year, Goldstream is treated to one […]

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