Go fish!
Introduce youngsters to fishing! Sundays in May and part of June, children can try their luck at catching fish. The pond at the Hall Road entrance to Mission Creek and Shannon Lake will be stocked with trout and Park Interpreters will be on hand to help teach new fishers. We have a supply of rods, reels and bait for those who don't have their own gear. No fishing license is required for BC children 15 years old and under. This program is for children with a one fish per day limit. This is a drop-in program, no need to register.

Mission Creek Regional Park (Hall Road) &
Shannon Lake Regional Park 
Sundays, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
May 1 to June 19

Park programs
Outdoor Science Odyssey
This event is part of a campaign called Science Odyssey, celebrating Canadian achievements in science, technology, engineering, arts and mathematics. Enjoy family-friendly activities from the Okanagan Science Centre, UBCO, Let’s Talk Science Outreach, and Westcoast Women in Engineering, Science and Technology. In addition, Park Interpreters will be leading short nature walks to release the kokanee fry that we’ve raised in the tank at the EECO back into Mission Creek.

Mission Creek Regional Park
Saturday, May 14, 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.


Butterfly bioblitz
Join in a citizen science activity, where we catch butterflies, identify them and note observations on the iNaturalist app.

Johns Family Nature Conservancy Regional Park
Sunday, May 15, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.


Mission Creek Greenway grand re-opening
This upstream section of the greenway is re-opening after development to improve slope stability. Several short guided hikes will offered after speeches. The Friends of Mission Creek will also be celebrating 26 years as a non-profit society.

Mission Creek Greenway Regional Park (Field Road)
Friday, May 27
Announcement at 10:30 a.m. and hikes from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Trail tips
Regional Park hours
May is the last month of spring hours (6 a.m. to 9 p.m.) in Regional Parks. Starting June 1 summer hours (6 a.m. to 11 p.m.) are in effect.


Bear season
Black bears, like many animals, call Regional Parks home. They are most active from April to November. Keep these tips in mind for your next park visit:
  • Be aware of your surroundings and avoid using headphones.
  • Watch for bear signs like scat, tracks, or fresh claw marks on trees.
  • Keep dogs leashed! Dogs are involved in over 50% of black bear inflicted injuries on people.
For more information visit WildsafeBC.

Park planning
Goats Peak - work on new entrance
Work has begun on the new entrance to Goats Peak off Whitworth Road. The area remains closed to the public until work is complete. This land acquisition adds 10.6 ha to the park. It ensures critical ecosystems, habitat, species at risk and important First Nations values are protected while providing opportunities for planned trail connections.


Glen Canyon - trail work
Work is underway in a section of upper Glen Canyon, from Lower Glenrosa Road and Aberdeen Road. Public access may be limited. The work includes improvements to the trail, installing guardrails, repairing viewpoints and improving signage.
Subscribe
Did you get this newsletter from a friend? Sign-up and get the latest Central Okanagan Regional Park news directly to your inbox every month: rdco.com/subscribe.
Regional Parks | rdco.com/parks