Assignment Editors:
Special Events in Vancouver Parks

January 3, 2006 (No. 1) - 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 look for Special Events under the For Your Information section.

Polar Bear Swim at English Bay Beach Sunday, 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. More info »

Walk With A Naturalist in the Hastings Park Sanctuary Saturday, January 28th. Join a naturalist 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 7th and Sunday, January 8th 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; Kerrisdale Arena parking lot, East Boulevard near West 41st Avenue; Sunset Beach parking lot, Pacific and Broughton Streets. 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 27th, 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.

Need any story ideas? Visit the Park Board's web site, check out the feature boxes on the home page or just give us a call.

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For further information, 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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