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February Stewardship Opportunities

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We’re switching up work party locations this month and heading west to Phillips Point at the north west part of Burnaby Lake Regional Park. However, we will meet up at the Burnaby Lake Nature House located at 4519 Piper Avenue. Please see note below about the Winston Street Sewer project which may affect travel times.

We are removing invasive Himalayan Blackberry, English Ivy and Holly plants. As you can see from the photos above, these grow like weeds in this location!

Sign up links:

While the current forecast looks good, weather can change quickly. Check the forecast and dress for the conditions. Once you are registered, our coordinator will contact you if there are any changes.

* SPRING 2022 – late 2024:  Please note that the Metro Vancouver Winston Street Sewer Project may have  temporary lane closures and detours along Winston Street and Lougheed Highway as the project progresses. Bike detours and parking restrictions will be in effect near the work zones. Residents and businesses will be notified in advance about specific traffic impacts as the project progresses.  Motorists and cyclists are advised to use alternate routes and follow the direction of signage and traffic control personnel.

Tentative March dates:

  • Saturday, March 2
  • Sunday, March 10
  • Sunday, March 17
  • Saturday, March 23

January Stewardship Opportunities

Are any of these activities on your goals for the new year?

  • Get outside
  • Meet new people
  • Get exercise
  • Volunteer
  • Learn about the nature around you
  • Actively take part in environmental stewardship
  • Give back to your community

We have some opportunities coming up that can tick these things off your list!

With the milder winter and no snow on the ground so far – we’re jumping right into our Weedbusters invasive species removal program at the Burnaby Lake Nature House. You will be able to meet other people who care and actively take care of the environment and contirbute to the ongoing stewardship of Burnaby Lake Regional Park.

No experience necessary – training and snacks provided!

These work parties will take place from 11 am to 2 pm.

For detailed information and to register (no drop ins allowed), sign up at the links above.

* Please note, work parties will take place as long as weather conditions allow. Our Coordinator will contact you if any there are changes.  

See you in the park! 🌿

Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day Fall 2023 with the BLPA

Are you interested in birding? Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with the Burnaby Lake .Park Association.

DATE: Saturday, October 14
TIME: 10:00 am to 2:00 pm*
MEET: Burnaby Lake Nature House

Join BLPA Directors, volunteers and local birders as they share their knowledge and enthusiasm for the birds of Burnaby Lake and beyond. With fall migration in full swing, this is a great time to see both seasonal visitors and local year-round species.

Visit our display* (from 10 am to 2 pm) to learn about the birds you might see at Burnaby Lake, how you can keep birds safe all year especially during migration, our nest box program including getting nest box plans.

We’ve got several guided outings that you can register for.

This year, World Migratory Bird Day is focused on the importance of water for migratory birds. The vast majority of migratory birds rely on aquatic ecosystems during their life cycles. Inland and coastal wetlands, rivers, lakes, streams, marshes, and ponds are all vital for feeding, drinking, or nesting, and also as places to rest and refuel during their long journeys. Unfortunately, aquatic ecosystems are becoming increasingly threatened around the world and so are the migratory birds that depend on them.

Take part in the Regional Parks Snap & Share by reporting any fall visitors that we spot on the iNaturalist app. Learn more about Snap & Share happening throughout the month of October here.

We welcome everyone, including people with disabilities, people who are Black, Indigenous or People of Color (BIPOC), and people who are Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Intersex, Asexual (LGBTQIA+). We’ll be using Burnaby Lake Regional Park trails which are accessible to wheelchair-users, people who use mobility aids, or child strollers.

Please note that advance registration is required as space is limited. These outings will take place, rain or shine. If you are no longer able to make it, please cancel your registration so that another person may attend.

More information:

MEETING LOCATION: We will be set up in front of the Burnaby Lake Nature House – look for the BLPA flag.

*Construction notice* – Please take note that there is construction along Winston Street which includes single lane traffic that may add an additional 5 minutes to your trip. Details for the Winston Street Sewer project can be found here.

If the weather is nice, the parking lot can be very busy. You may need to park along Piper Avenue or at Warner Loat Park right off of Winston which is a 450 m/5 minute walk to the Nature House. There are also train tracks crossing which may be blocked from time to time. See map below.

If you would like detailed driving directions or how to get there by transit, click here.