Nature Walks at Maplewood Flats
We host a variety of walks and tours throughout the year.
Photo: Barge Channel by Chloe Hartley
Follow @maplewoodflats on social media to get the latest updates on these events.
Monthly Bird Walks
Hosted by birders, ecologists, naturalists, and photographers.
First Saturday of everything month, 11:00 am to noon.
Nature Walks
Hosted by Coast Salish Plant Nursery Staff Member, Sam Mactavish. Attendees will explore the trails where specific plants will be highlighted, what types of birds can be seen, and discuss some of the Habitat Restoration work being done at the flats.
Last Saturday of every month, 11:00 am to 12:30 pm.
Monthly
Bird Surveys
Join us bright and early on the first Saturday of each month to participate in our monthly bird surveys. Participants of all levels are welcome to take part in the survey led by experienced birders.
Fall-Winter DST hours: 8:30-11:30am
Spring-Summer hours: 8-11am
Maplewood Flats is on eBird! Find North Vancouver-Maplewood Conservation Area to record your bird sightings at Maplewood Flats.
Habitat and Cultural Use
Plant Walks
Learn about indigenous plant use, from medicines for teas or edible berries and more, throughout Maplewood Flats.
Indigenous Plant Walks with Senaqwila Wyss
Hosted by Senaqwila Wyss of Sḵwx̱wú7mesh, Tsimshian, Sto:lo, Swiss, and Hawaiian ancestry. She was trained traditionally by her mother, T’uyt’tanat Cease Wyss. Together, they founded Raven and Hummingbird Tea Co, and share their knowledge and love for indigenous plants broadly. Follow @maplewoodflats on social media, go to our Eventbrite Page or subscribe to our newsletter to get the details for the next scheduled plant walk.
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Plant Scavenger Hunt with Senaqwila Wyss
In place of her indigenous plant walks, Senaqwila Wyss led a virtual scavenger hunt outlining invasives & plant families in your backyard and the basics of plant identification. A fun relaxed event for the whole family.
All Seasons
Self-Guided Tour
Maplewood Flats trails are well-marked if you prefer to go at your own pace or schedule. Download the map (PDF) or get one at the Greeter’s Hut.