We in BC love our salmon, but in order to get salmon to love there are many initiatives around the province that help get salmon off to a good start. One of these organizations is the Port Moody Ecological Society, who this weekend is hosting the Annual Fingerling Festival.
From their website…
Saturday, May 2 from 11 am to 3 pm
Noons Creek Hatchery and Skating Arena in Port Moody
- Release young chum salmon into Noons Creek and help them on their journey to the Pacific Ocean
- Hear Bobs and Lolo – Performances at 11:30 am, 12:30 pm & 2 pm in the arena.
- Learn about local wildlife from groups such as OWL and Critter Care.
- Visit displays from stewardship organizations around the Lower Mainland to discover what you can do to take better care of the environment.
- Enjoy a wide variety of children’s activities including First Nation stencils, nature puzzles and more.
- Join Rev. David Spence for a blessing of the salmon on Noons Creek at 11 am.
- Salty Sam from the Port of Vancouver will be saying hi to the kids.
Here’s a map to help you get there, it’s right behind the Port Moody Rec Centre. Visitors are encouraged to use public transit or carpool, as parking is limited.
You can learn more at their website, www.noonscreek.org
I’m very excited about the Fingerling Festival, I’m sure our 4-year-old will love it!