Earth Day Celebrations in Vancouver Parks

April 8, 2008 (No. 15) - The public is invited to celebrate Earth Day by joining in community celebrations on several Vancouver Parks. Earth Day is a time to gather together with neighbours, friends and families to celebrate our planet by participating in "green" activities at the community level. The first Earth Day celebration was held on April 22, 1970 in the United States. Today, millions of people around the world annually celebrate International Earth Day on or around April 22nd.

2008 Earth Day Celebration at Everett Crowley Park
Kerr Street near Marine Drive
Saturday, April 26th 11 am - 4 pm
The Everett Crowley Park Committee would like to invite everyone to their annual, mammoth Earth Day event. This is a family outing that combines tons of fun with a chance to give something back to nature. The event features tree planting, live entertainment, guided walks, exhibits, arts and crafts, "snakes and lizards", games, raffles and much more. Free parking and shuttle bus will be provided by Parklane Homes, running to and from Kerr and Kent Streets to Everett Crowley Park from 10:45 am to 4:30 pm. Go to www.vcn.bc.ca/ecpc for more details.

Dawn Chorus at Hastings Park
Hastings and Renfrew Streets
Saturday, April 26th 8 am
The Hastings Park Conservancy invites residents to celebrate this year's Earth Day in Hastings Park. Join naturalist Al Grass to experience the dawn chorus, courtesy of the hundreds of birds that inhabit the park. Participants meet at the northeast corner of the Sanctuary. Dress warmly and bring binoculars (if you have them) but please leave your dog at home. Go to www.hastingspark.ca for more information.

Earth Day Celebrations at Jericho Park
4th and Alma Street
Saturday, April 26th 11 am - 5 pm
This fun for the whole family "environmental extravaganza" includes nature walks, invasive species removal, tree planting, wildflower planting, kids' activities, live entertainment, exhibits, demonstrations and much more. Restoration activities are guided by experts from the Jericho Stewardship Group and Evergreen and are suitable for a range of ages and abilities. Participants are encouraged to take transit, walk or cycle to the park. Visit www.evergreen.ca for more details.

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For more information, contact Carol DeFina, Communications Coordinator at 604-257-8440.
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.