Migratory Bird Day at Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary
2025-03-03 00:00 (America/Vancouver)
The second Saturday of May marks peak spring migration in Canada—a time to connect, admire, and advocate for these incredible travelers. As they journey across borders, we must ensure they have safe habitats along the way. Join us in celebrating and protecting migratory birds. Wonder at their incredible journeys, learn about conservation efforts, and take action to help them thrive in our cities, towns, and villages. Together, we can make a difference for our shared spaces and bird populations.
Leaders: Vince and Ruthanne Clements
Admission: Adults $8, Seniors (65+) $6, Children (2-14) $6
Register: Hank/Alice Roos 604-853-4283 or haroos12@gmail.com

Blackberry Removal Blitz - Willband Creek Park
2025-03-03 00:00
We are hoping to be able to do the whole park in one day. At this time of the year the shoots and patches are very accessible. The park will be assessed whether there are ground nesting birds active just in case. This has been an ongoing activity when the weather is favourable. The City with their equipment flailed areas that we had mapped for them, but we still need to try and get rid of areas along the trails.
Needed: 20+ volunteers ages 10 and up
Equipment: Garden clippers, loppers, leather gloves (some equipment available)
Time: 9:30 – 12:00
Lunch: Pizza lunch courtesy City of Abbotsford (20+ volunteers)
Register: haroos12@gmail.com by March 21

2025 BC Nature Conference and AGM - Nature in the Rainshadow
2025-03-03 00:00
The Nicola Naturalist Society is hosting the 2025 BC Nature Spring conference and AGM in Merritt, 22-24 May 2025.
For more information and to register https://bcnature.org/2025-bc-nature-conference-and-agm/

Christmas Bird Count
2025-11-12 00:00
This year the Christmas Bird Count will take place on December 30th. No experience necessary as every area within the count circle has an expert birder. If you want to join the fun and haven’t already received our email, contact ken.summers@telus.net. There will be a post-count gathering afterwards at the Mandarin Gardens in Abbotsford for those interested, even if you don’t take part in the count.

Hogan Family Park Bioblitz
2026-02-03 00:00
Join Abbotsford Mission Nature Club members to observe, identify and record fungi, plants, and animals in Hogan Family Nature Park at 28631 Debruyne Road in Abbotsford (west side of Bradner Road and a few blocks north of the Fraser Highway) from 9 am until approximately noon on April 25.
Install the free INaturalist application on your mobile phone, create an account and join the project, called “Biodiversity in Hogan Family Nature Park Bioblitz 2026, Abbotsford, BC”
Bring any of the following items if you have them: binoculars, spotting scope and camera.
Dress for the weather. Bring a snack and water.
Help us take an inventory of species during this one-day event.
Leader – Quirien (qmuldertenkate@gmail.com)

Willband Creek Bioblitz
2026-02-03 00:00
Join Abbotsford Mission Nature Club members to observe, identify and record fungi, plants, and animals in Willband Creek Park off Bateman Road in Abbotsford from 7:30 am until 9:30 am (for the early birders!) OR 10 am until 12:00 pm on February 28.
Install the free iNaturalist application on your mobile phone, create an account and join the project, called “Biodiversity in Willband Creek Park Bioblitz, Abbotsford, BC”
Bring any of the following items if you have them: binoculars, spotting scope and camera.
Dress for the weather. Bring a snack and water.
Help us take an inventory of species during this one-day event.
Leader – Quirien (qmuldertenkate@gmail.com)

Manning Park Meadows, all day
2026-07-07 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday July 7 – Manning Park Meadows (all day) – Weather Permitting
Cascade Lookout – to take in stunning views of the surrounding mountains and the valley below.
Viewpoint Loop 600 m loop, 20 mins return, 100 m elevation change.
Paintbrush Trail 1.5 km loop, 30 mins return, little elevation change. Starts from either the upper or lower parking lot at the end of the Blackwall Road. Excellent wildflower viewing from early July to mid-August.
Level – Easy
We will leave Abbotsford at 8:00 am and arrive at Manning Park Lodge at 10:00 am.
Bring lunch, water, and sunscreen, etc. and dress for the weather, sturdy footwear is a must.
Carpooling is recommended and can be arranged.
Register with Hank/Alice at haroos12@gmail.com or 604-853-4283/604-614-1049 no later than Sunday July 5
