An all-ages event that celebrates nature and the relationship between birds and fungi. Presented in partnership with the Wild Bird Trust of BC.
Just like other Arts in the Garden locations, at Maplewood Flats you will have opportunities to engage with art and nature: at the Coast Salish Plant Nursery, at the Coast Salish Plant Exhibition, and on the trails. Unique to this location, you can register in advance for workshops taking place over the weekend.
Garden 13 – Feathers & Fungi
Gardener: Wild Bird Trust of BC at Maplewood Flats
2649 Dollarton Highway, North Vancouver
Accessibility
This garden is partially accessible. There are mostly flat surfaces, but the paths are primarily gravel. They are quite wide, except for the path on which the community parade will take place.
Parking will be available at Maplewood Flats. In case this parking lot is full, there is overflow parking available a few minutes to the west of the flats, but this is not accessible to those with mobility aids or difficulties, as it is a dirt area with quite a few potholes. Those who are comfortable walking can also park on the side streets to the west of the flats, about a five minute walk away from the location.
The 212 and 215 busses stop immediately outside Maplewood Flats. There are three bike racks available at the end of the parking lot, just outside the Wildbird Trust information hut.
This location has gender neutral bathrooms with accessible stalls. There are locks on the main doors to ensure complete privacy. The doors are not automated, so volunteers on site are prepared to assist as needed.
WORKSHOPS
Birds of the Inlet - Songs and Stories with Les George
Saturday, 9:30am - 11:00am | Registration Required | All Ages | Free
An activity for children and families to learn about stories that reveal the relations between birds and Tsleil-Waututh members on these lands and waters, inspiring creative expression of birds in the rest of the weekend’s activities. It is free to attend, although we ask that you please register in advance if you are able so that we know how many people to prepare to welcome.
Feathers and Fungi Naturalist Walk
Saturday, 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Registration Required | All Ages | Free
Learn all about the relations between birds and mushrooms! Join us on a walk in the woods to observe and learn about the ecological relationships between avians and fungi, exploring how they work together to create food and habitat for each other as well as other forest life. Led by Willoughby Arevalo and Samuel MacTavish.
Forest Movement Practice - embodied meditations inspired by fungi and the natural wor
Sunday, 10:30am - 12:30pm | Registration Required | Ages 14+ | $10
Participants will engage in movement-based and embodied meditative activities inspired by the natural world. How do fungi move? Are mycelial networks similar to our own fascial web? How can we open our senses to connect with the natural world around us? In this workshop, we will explore these questions through the body. This workshop is for anyone curious about the body and ecology. No experience is necessary.
All About Mushrooms: An Olfactory Play Workshop
Sunday, 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Registration Required | Ages 5+ | $25
Experiment with mushroom inspired scents! We will explore the world of volatile molecules and open our noses by going on a scent walk. From there, we will classify mushrooms on an aromatic wheel, and engage in drawing games inspired by their aroma.
Children must be accompanied by a supportive adult.
Community Parade
Sun, May 28th, 5:30pm-6:30pm | Free | All Ages
Join our festive community parade along the forested paths of Maplewood Flats for a celebration of our local birds and fungi! Bring your bird wings, your mushroom puppets, or come as you are!
WORKSHOPS
Birds of the Inlet - Songs and Stories with Les George
Saturday, 9:30am - 11:00am | Registration Required | All Ages | Free
An activity for children and families to learn about stories that reveal the relations between birds and Tsleil-Waututh members on these lands and waters, inspiring creative expression of birds in the rest of the weekend’s activities. It is free to attend, although we ask that you please register in advance if you are able so that we know how many people to prepare to welcome.
Feathers and Fungi Naturalist Walk
Saturday, 1:00pm - 3:00pm | Registration Required | All Ages | Free
Learn all about the relations between birds and mushrooms! Join us on a walk in the woods to observe and learn about the ecological relationships between avians and fungi, exploring how they work together to create food and habitat for each other as well as other forest life. Led by Willoughby Arevalo and Samuel MacTavish.
Forest Movement Practice - embodied meditations inspired by fungi and the natural wor
Sunday, 10:30am - 12:30pm | Registration Required | Ages 14+ | $10
Participants will engage in movement-based and embodied meditative activities inspired by the natural world. How do fungi move? Are mycelial networks similar to our own fascial web? How can we open our senses to connect with the natural world around us? In this workshop, we will explore these questions through the body. This workshop is for anyone curious about the body and ecology. No experience is necessary.
All About Mushrooms: An Olfactory Play Workshop
Sunday, 3:30pm - 5:00pm | Registration Required | Ages 5+ | $25
Experiment with mushroom inspired scents! We will explore the world of volatile molecules and open our noses by going on a scent walk. From there, we will classify mushrooms on an aromatic wheel, and engage in drawing games inspired by their aroma.
Children must be accompanied by a supportive adult.
Community Parade
Sun, May 28th, 5:30pm-6:30pm | Free | All Ages
Join our festive community parade along the forested paths of Maplewood Flats for a celebration of our local birds and fungi! Bring your bird wings, your mushroom puppets, or come as you are!
EXHIBITION
Exhibition - Soil: The Biodiversity Beneath Our feet
Saturday, May 27, 11am - 3pm
An exhibit centering on culture, conservation, and community. The exhibit features information on the importance of soil health and native plants on the land and their role in increasing biodiversity and as a food source for both animals and people. Soil is the foundation of the food web for humans and more than humans, so it’s essential that we do everything we can to protect it!
Curated by Megan Curren. The exhibit is open for visitors Saturday 11am-3pm.
Coast Salish Plant Nursery
Saturday, May 27 and Sunday, May 28, 11am - 3pm
The Coast Salish Plant Nursery is an important component of what we do at Maplewood Flats. Our aim is to recognize and emphasize the cultural associations of Coast Salish plants, and how they can be used to improve biodiversity and habitat value for local wildlife. The Coast Salish Plant Nursery is open 11am-3pm on Saturday and Sunday.
EXHIBITION
Exhibition - Soil: The Biodiversity Beneath Our feet
Saturday, May 27, 11am - 3pm
An exhibit centering on culture, conservation, and community. The exhibit features information on the importance of soil health and native plants on the land and their role in increasing biodiversity and as a food source for both animals and people. Soil is the foundation of the food web for humans and more than humans, so it’s essential that we do everything we can to protect it!
Curated by Megan Curren. The exhibit is open for visitors Saturday 11am-3pm.
Coast Salish Plant Nursery
Saturday, May 27 and Sunday, May 28, 11am - 3pm
The Coast Salish Plant Nursery is an important component of what we do at Maplewood Flats. Our aim is to recognize and emphasize the cultural associations of Coast Salish plants, and how they can be used to improve biodiversity and habitat value for local wildlife. The Coast Salish Plant Nursery is open 11am-3pm on Saturday and Sunday.