For those interested in the magnificent forests of British Columbia and how the resource is used and protected, Forest Alliance of B.C. Visitor's Centre is the place to get the forest industry's outlook. Located in the "steel forest" of downtown, this visitor's center includes 1500 square feet of interactive displays, including models of harvesting operations, information on sustainability, and exhibits on wood as an environmentally-friendly building material. There are maps, images, reports, videos, and other resources. Guided tours and lectures are available. Admission is free.
A walk through Stanley Park guarantees getting acquainted with nature in just two hours. Rough it out on the trails, drink in the pure forest atmosphere, study the diverse flora and fauna and learn about the various trees in the park. The park guides are informative, so save all your nature queries for them. These discovery walks take place every Sunday. Do check the website for rates and discounts.
Granville Street is the hub of all activities in the city-center. Featuring an array of popular restaurant joints and shopping areas, the street serves as the cultural hot-spot of the city. Check the website for more details.
The West Vancouver Yacht Club offers impeccable recreational opportunities for everyone. Whether you want to learn sailing, have a family day out or bring out your adventurous side and race, the yacht club has it all. Located near the West Vancouver Marina, the yacht club offers spectacular views and the space is used extensively for member and non-member events.