Category Archives: Education

Sharing Burnaby Lake Trails with Horses

Did you know?

There are horse stables at the east end of Burnaby Lake Regional Park. That means, from time to time, you may encounter horse(s) and rider(s) on the trails. Our friends from the Burnaby Horsemen’s Association have shared these tips so all 2- and 4-legged trail users can be safe!

The Burnaby Horsemen’s Association (BHA) is a registered non-profit, located on the edge of Burnaby Lake Park. The club was founded in 1968 and the land is generously leased from the City of Burnaby. The Association is governed by a rotating volunteer Board of Directors (who are all members). The maintenance, upkeep and daily operations are all run by volunteer club members.  With three barns, the BHA is home to up to 59 horses, who are independently owned and cared for. The site includes an indoor arena, three outdoor arenas, and a round pen.
Learn more here.

Summer Sundays with the BLPA

Get outside and get connected to Nature!

The Burnaby Lake Park Association will be “popping up” in the park this summer

Meet us in front of the Nature House on Sunday, July 21st. We’ll be there with our display to answer your questions about the the plants and wildlife you will find in the park, what the BLPA does and how you can get involved.

We’re also offering the following guided outings:

Space is limited and registration is required. Please click the links above for more information and to register.

See you in the park!

BLPA Nature Connections 2024

** DUE TO THE SEVERE INCLEMENT WEATHER FORECASTED, THIS EVENT HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED TO JUNE 9, 11am-3pm**
(those who have registered will maintain their spots)

Join the BLPA as we celebrate the City of Burnaby’s Environment Week!

Burnaby Lake Regional Park is a jewel in the center of a bustling metropolis. It is a haven for wildlife and people in the heart of the region. Ducks, song​birds, fish and more make their home in this regional park. Level walking trails through mixed forest are a relaxing way for people to connect to nature without having to leave the city.

Join us at Piper Spit where we will have our displays up so you can learn about the birds, wildlife and plant life you will see around the park, the history of the BLPA, our stewardship activities to protect the environment, and how you can get involved.

We will be offering the following guided outings. Click here for more information and links to register.

  • 11:00 am to 12:00 pm – Introduction to Forest Bathing
  • 11:30 am to 12:30 pm – Amphibian Walk #1
  • 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm – Nature Walk with Mandarin Translation
  • 12:30 pm to 1:15 pm – Merlin Bird ID/eBird Walk
  • 01:30 pm to 2:30 pm – Amphibian Walk #2
  • 01:45 pm to 2:30 pm – iNaturalist Walk

Spaces are limited. Guided walks are FREE but registration is required. The registration links above will provide full details on how to download the apps and set up your accounts so you are prepared for the day of the event.

Burnaby Lake Regional Park Profile from Metro Vancouver on Vimeo.