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For all fieldtrips please call 604-853-4283 to notify of your intent to take part in the outing
CVN PROGRAMS 2011
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Saturday, January 15, 2011 - 9:00 am
East Mission Heritage Park Gateway Trail
This 3.2 km of pathway through the Fraser River Heritage Park was funded by the Province’s LocalMotion Project and funding by the Federal Government. The trail is rated easy. This is a beautiful site with breathtaking views. Maxine Glasson will lead us weather permitting. To get there follow Highway 11 north to Mission, Take Highway 7 east and follow signs to the Fraser River Heritage Park. Meet in the parking lot by the Blackberry Kitchen. Dress for the weather, bring lunch if so desired.
Saturday, February 19, 2011
George Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary, Delta
Come join Steve Howard to look for over-wintering shorebirds, waterfowl and possibly owls. Meet at 8:00 am at the Tim Horton’s in the Fraser Valley Auto mall on Mt. Lehman and the freeway. Dress for the weather; bring lunch, snacks and refreshments.
Thursday, March 17, 2011 – 7:00 pm
Fraser Valley Watersheds Coalition“Conflict as an Opportunity”
Marion Robinson will be the speaker. Abbotsford Campus of University of the Fraser Valley, room: to be decided.
Rachel Drennan
Community Outreach Coordinator
Fraser Valley Watersheds Coalition
Email: rachel@fvwc.ca
Saturday, March 19, 2011
Colony Farm Regional Park – Great Blue Heron Walk
We will join the Burke Mountain Naturalists on their annual Great Blue Heron walk. This is an easy walk along the dykes to the Ducks Unlimited Pond and along the Coquitlam River. There are excellent examples of old field habitat and a good chance to see raptors and other birds. Bring a lunch. Meet at 8:15 am at the Tim Horton’s in the Fraser Valley Auto mall on Mt. Lehman and the freeway.
March 29 – April 1, 2011
2011 Fraser Valley Regional Science Fair
Location is at the University of the Fraser Valley.
Saturday, April 16, 2011
Mountain View Crown Lands, Langley
We will join the Langley Field Naturalists and explore this area which used to be the site of a busy sawmill, which came to an end around 1917-1920
as the result of a major forest fire. Since then the land has been left untouched and what can be seen now is the result of a century of uninhabited reestablishment of natural forest. Bob Puls will lead us as we walk the trails through mixed forest and look for some of the 700+ species of flora and fauna so far identified. Trails are narrow, with a slight increase in elevation. Good footwear is necessary. Meet at 8:00 am at the Tim Horton’s in the Fraser Valley Auto mall on Mt. Lehman and the freeway. Dress for the weather; bring lunch, snacks and refreshments.
Saturday, April 23, 2011 – 9:00 am
Hogan Family Nature Park-spring clean-up
Let us meet with our garden tools and walking shoes. After the work party
we'll have a pleasant walk and admire the spring flowers.
May 12 to 15, 2011
BC Nature Spring Conference and AGM
“Enjoying Nature in the Cariboo-Chilcotin” Hosted by the Williams Lake Field Naturalists at Thompson Rivers University, Williams Lake Campus
For full details check out www.bcnature.ca or www.williamslakefieldnaturalists.ca
Saturday, May 28, 2011, 9:00 am
Spring Nursery and Farm, Mission"Talking Trees". What are they telling me?
John Dyck will engage us in observing and possibly solving certain mysteries on their 25 acre forest and nursery.
Location is 8069 Nelson Street in Mission. To get there take Highway #11 N., turn left at Lougheed Highway #7 W. (Maple Ridge/Vancouver) turn right at Nelson Street. Location is just past the golf course. Sturdy footwear is suggested.
CVN PROGRAMS 2010
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CVN PROGRAMS 2009
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Jnauary 14, 2009 - 7:30 p.m.
The Freshwater Fishes of the Fraser Valley - Speaker: Dr. Don McPhail
The native freshwater fish fauna of the Fraser Valley is unique and several of our fishes occur nowhere else in Canada. This is remarkable in that all our native fishes are recent immigrants – they have all arrived over the past 12,000 years. This talk outlines some of the remarkable journeys that brought them to our valley, as well as the behaviours and natural histories of selected species. The talk will close with a review of the flood of alien species that have come, and are still coming, to the valley and the threat they may pose to our native species.
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February 11, 2009 - 7:30 p.m.
Climate Change - Speaker: Akua Schatz from the David Suzuki Foundation
Jim Taylor, of the Stave Valley Salmonid Enhancement Society, will be talking on planned enhancements to the Silverdale Creek Wetlands wildlife and habitat protected area, the work of the wetlands
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March 11, 2009 - 7:30 p.m.
Members Slide Night
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April 8, 2009- 7:30 p.m.
WITS - Speaker: Jeannie Hughes, Wits coordinator
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May 13 , 2009 - 7:30 p.m.
Natural History of Princeton - Speaker: Madelon Schouten
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June 10 , 2009
Annual Picnic
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CVN PROGRAMS 2008
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December 10 , 2008 - 6:30 p.m.
Annual Potluck Christmas Dinner
For Potluck Dinner, please bring your own plates, cups and cutlery.
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November 19, 2008 , 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Haida Gwaii - Speaker: Kathy Wilkinson
Kathy recently visited teh Queen Charlottes and will share her experinces with us.
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September 10, 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Enhancements to Silverdale Creek Wetlands - Speaker: Jim Taylor
Jim Taylor, of the Stave Valley Salmonid Enhancement Society, will be talking on planned enhancements to the Silverdale Creek Wetlands wildlife and habitat protected area, the work of the wetlands planning committee and opportunites for the public to be involved.
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June 18 , 2008 - 6:30 pm *Note new date*
Annual Picnic
The picnic will be held at the Bunbury's place. It will be potluck. Bring a main dish or salad big enough to share. Potlucks seem to attract big appetites! Strawberries and ice cream will be provided. Bring your own cutlery, dishes and chairs.
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May 14 , 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Mountain View Conservation and Breeding Centre - Speaker: Vince Beier
Our program is about Mountain View Conservation and Breeding Centre. It is a leading non-profit Canadian facility that breeds endangered species in famly groups for re-introduction to their natural habitat in Canada and around the world. We will hear from Vince Beier about these efforts, and programs for breeding local endangered species including the Oregon Spotted Frog and Spotted Owl
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April 9, 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Common Mushrooms of the Northwest - Speaker: Duane Sept
Biologist, photographer and author Duane Sept will show images from his new book “Common Mushrooms of the Northwest” at this free program. Members of other clubs and the general public are welcome!
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March 12 , 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Members’ Slide Night
CVN members will show natural history slides. Science Fair winners will also give their presentations.
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February 13 , 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
BC Nature Quadra Island Camp - To be confirmed
The camp was held in May 2007. Kathy Wilkinson and Wendy DaDalt attended the camp and would like to share their experience with us.
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January 9 , 2008 - 7:30 p.m.
Sustainable Landscapes: Principles and Practices - Speaker: Michelle Nakano
Michelle Nakano, horticulture instructor at Kwantlen University College in Langley, will be our speaker. Her talk will focus on an ecological approach to gardening, including the benefits of green roofs, storm water planters and landscaping to attract beneficial insects.
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CVN PROGRAMS 2007
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December 12 , 2007 - 6:30 p.m. (Note time!)
Christmas Potluck
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November 14 , 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
The South Okanagan - Similkameen – at the Crossroads - Speaker: Robert Handfield
Robert Handfield, a retired geologist, will take a look at why it is crucial to establish a National Park in the south Okanagan.
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October 10 , 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
To the Rescue: Protecting British Columbia’s Rich Biodiversity - Speaker: Lindsay Coulter
Lindsay Coulter is with the David Suzuki Foundation as the Conservation Policy Analyst, currently specializing in Species at Risk. Come learn about BC’s remarkable biological richness. Find out which species are at risk of disappearing, and if you live in a a “hotspot” of endangerment. Most importantly, learn how you can help.
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September 12 , 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
Summer Travels in Africa - Speakers: Steve Howard and Paul Jurgens
Steve Howards and Paul Jurgens went to Namibia to find birds and found much more!
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June 15, 16 & 17
Manning Park Bird Blitz - organized by BC Nature
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June 13 , 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
Annual Picnic
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May 9 , 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
The City's Plans for McKee Peak - Speakers: Darren Brown, Environmental Coordinator for the City of Abbotsford and Caroline Astley, consultant from Madrone Environmental Services
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April 11 , 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
What's So Special About Boundary Bay? - Speaker: Anne Murray, naturalist and author
Naturalist and author Anne Murray will give a wonderfully illustrated talk on the wildlife and environment of Boundary Bay and the surrounding area from Robert's Bank to Langley. Anne's presentation will be based on her recent book, “A Nature Guide to Boundary Bay.”
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March 11 , 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
McKee Peak Stream Mapping and Wildlife Inventory
................................................... February 14, 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
Beaver Ecology - Speaker: Oliver Busby, biologist and environment consultant
Biologist and environment consultant Oliver Busby will share his in-depth knowledge of beaver ecology with us on Valentine's Day. Oliver has provided service for the past eight years to various governments, helping them make wise decisions about managing beaver issues on public lands. This requires an intimate understanding of the life cycle and behaviour of this Canadian symbol. He is also involved in biophysical inventories including McKee Peak. Oliver hopes to start his PhD on this species this fall.
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January 10, 2007 - 7:30 p.m.
What's So Special About Boundary Bay? - Speaker: Anne Murray, Naturalist and author
Naturalist and author Anne Murray will give a wonderfully illustrated talk on the wildlife and environment of Boundary Bay and the surrounding area from Robert's Bank.
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