Where Life Flourishes
50th Anniversary Lecture Series
Since 1975, VanDusen Botanical Garden has been a place of wonder, learning, and growth. To mark this golden occasion, we are thrilled to present a special anniversary speaker series featuring thought leaders in horticulture, conservation, and biodiversity.
Featuring presentations by Monique Gray Smith, Suzanne Simard, Brian Minter, Egan Davis as well as a evening with VanDusen’s expert staff and volunteers, join us as we celebrate the past and look forward to the future!
Summer Camps at VanDusen
Running from June 30 – August 22 our carefully crafted week long Summer Camps are a blend of science, exploration, games and crafts and give children the opportunity to learn and play in the beauty of VanDusen Botanical Garden!
Days are spent almost entirely outdoors. Suitable for children age 5 – 10.
Bird Identification Workshop
This 5-session series presented by the Vancouver Avian Research Centre (VARC) is perfect for beginner and intermediate birders eager to deepen their knowledge and identification abilities. Through engaging and interactive sessions, participants will explore avian evolution, behaviour, migration, and advanced identification techniques, including tackling challenging groups like shorebirds, raptors, and gulls.
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