Assignment Editors: Special Events in Vancouver Parks

January 7, 2008 (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 website at www.vancouverparks.ca and look for Special Events under the For Your Information section.

Guided Bird Walk at VanDusen Botanical Garden Saturday, January 12th at 10 am at 37th Avenue and Oak Street. Join a Vancouver Natural History Society guide for a birding exploration of the garden. Rain or shine. Free with admission to the garden Ph. 604-257-8670 for information.

Bloedel Floral Conservatory at Queen Elizabeth Park. Escape the winter weather and step into the warm atmosphere of a tropical jungle. Wonderful free-flying birds, koi fish and parrots set off the lush landscape and perfumed air. Open daily 10 am - 5 pm.

Walk With A Naturalist in the Hastings Park Sanctuary Saturday, January 26th at 10 am. Join a naturalist at the northeast corner of the Hastings Park Sanctuary 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.

Special Golf Rates at Vancouver's Public Courses. Check out the special tee times with reduced rates that are now available on Vancouver's beautiful full length golf courses at McCleery, Langara and Fraserview. Reserve a tee time online at www.vancouverparks.ca

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Contact: Terri Clark, Communication Coordinator, 604-257-8438.
www.vancouverparks.ca

The Vancouver Board of Parks and Recreation maintains 220 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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