Assignment Editors:
Special Events in Vancouver Parks

December 23, 2004 (No. 19) - Vancouver Parks host a diverse range of cultural events and outdoor activities. Listed below are some upcoming special events facilitated by the Vancouver Park Board. For detailed information please go to the Park Board web site at www.vancouverparks.ca and click on Special Events.

Polar Bear Swim at English Bay Beach Saturday, January 1st. To register for this free event be at the English Bay Bathhouse, located at Denman Street and Beach Avenue at 12:30 pm. Swim time is set for 2:30 pm. Random draws for prizes will take place from swim registration forms. [ Learn more » ]

Walk With A Naturalist in the Hastings Park Sanctuary Saturday, January 8th. Join an ornithologist at the northeast corner of the Hastings Park Sanctuary at 10 am for this two hour, free, guided walk. Rain or shine. Sponsored by the Hastings Park Conservancy. This invitation is not extended to dogs. Ph. 604-255- 9458.

Christmas Tree Recycling Saturday, January 8th and Sunday, January 9th from 10 am to 4 pm. Chippers will be available at Trout Lake Community Centre Parking lot, 3350 Victoria Drive at 15th Avenue; Kitsilano Beach parking lot, Cornwall and Arbutus Streets; Sunset Beach parking lot, Pacific and Broughton Streets; Kerrisdale Cyclone Taylor Arena, 5670 East Boulevard. Donations of non-perishable food items and cash will be accepted by the Marpole and Mount Pleasant Lions Clubs to benefit local charities.

Bloedel Floral Conservatory Annual Free Day Friday, January 28th, 10 am to 5 pm. Located atop Queen Elizabeth Park this triodetic dome is home to plants from around the world and over 100 free-flying birds. Great gift plants for sale. Ph. 604-257-8556. [ Learn more » ]

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Contact: Terri Clark, Communication Coordinator, at 604-257-8438

The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation maintains 200 parks and 40 major facilities throughout the City of Vancouver. The Park Board's mission is to provide, preserve and advocate for parks and recreation services to benefit people, communities and the environment.

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