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(cover photo: Boya Lake / Destination BC)
Vancouver Island marmots making a comeback in Strathcona Park
Categories: Conservation
During a recent routine check of a marmot colony near Castlecrag Mountain in Strathcona Provincial Park, a pair of researchers discovered a welcome surprise. Molly the marmot, an offspring from... Read More
BC Parks volunteer brings trails to new heights
Categories: BC Parks News | Volunteers
When Brian Moorhead retired from his job as an engineering technologist at the University of British Columbia in 2002, he spent the first year enjoying every minute of retirement. An avid... Read More
Bike trails a big hit in BC Parks
Categories: BC Parks News | Outdoor Activities
Six years ago, Kirby Villeneuve was invited to experience the excitement brewing at BC Parks’ first bike park at the Alice Lake Provincial Park campground. Located near the playground, the... Read More
Join us for Parks Day 2018!
Categories: BC Parks News | Community Event | Featured
Have you heard of Parks Day? This annual event is celebrated on the third Saturday of July in every province and territory across Canada. Thousands of people come together to participate in fun,... Read More
A Summer Road Trip to BC’s Sunshine Coast
Categories: Featured
Guest post by Mary-Ann Bell / The Camping & RV Coalition Camping season is upon us! Temperatures are heating up and the kids are almost out of school, which is a perfect combination for... Read More
