Vancouver 
Events Description
When seasons change and plants lose their leaves, it may seem like a dull and sleepy time of year—but there’s so much to observe and enjoy outdoors! In fact, there are some plant traits that you can only clearly observe in winter. This season is an excellent opportunity to build your plant identification skills and sharpen your observational abilities.
We’ll begin with a talk covering the basics of winter plant identification, including key traits and terms. The second part of the workshop will be an outdoor walk, where we will explore and observe the interesting features of various shrubs and trees along the New West Boardwalk.
*Please bring a magnifying glass or hand lens if you have one.
About the Instructor
Julia Alards-Tomalin is an instructor and Program Head for the Forest and Natural Areas Management program at BCIT. Her background is diverse, including horticulture, arboriculture, invasive species management and ecological restoration, but is united by a common theme of plants. Starting in 2019, Julia began working with her students to create an Open Education textbook focusing on the winter identification of plants entitled Buds, Branches and Bark: A Guide to Winter ID in the Pacific Northwest. This book is free to download, and the 3rd edition is currently available online.
Who is it for?
16+
HOW MUCH
Tickets : Regular (after Oct 15th) – $26
– Early Bird (until Oct 15th) – $23
– Regular (after Oct 15th) – $26
– Student (Student ID Required), Senior (65 and older), or Member – $23
How to get tickets?
Email: info@fraserriverdiscovery.org
WHEN & WHERE
Date: Saturday November 15, 2025 | 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Venue & Address
Fraser River Discovery Centre, 788 Quayside Drive, New Westminster
Wheelchair accessible
Free Parking
Street Parking
Paid Parking
Accessible by Public Transport
