The Fifth Annual Bird and Botany Walk, which is hosted by the Horse Lake Community Farm Co-op (HLCFC), is scheduled for May 27, starting at 8 a.m.
Starting as just a birding walk five years ago, the organizers added botany last year. It was so popular, says guide Ken MacKenzie, they are adding it again.
"My wife, Kristi Iverson, is the plant lady. She had a large group of people very interested in the local plants.
"Our son, William, who is six, will be along to point out his insects. Actually, he is very knowledgeable."
The bird people and the plant people usually split off into two separate groups, he adds.
MacKenzie says his wife will be concentrating on what's flowering and answering questions on the different types of plants, adding that there is a high interest in the natural flora of the area.
The bird walk will probably start around the beaver dam, MacKenzie says, adding there is a wonderful array of different areas, for different birds, from waterfowl to nesting birds. In the past, there have been more than 45 variety of birds identified during the walk.
It will take about three to four hours for the session of easy walking, he says, adding people are welcome to come and go as they please.
It is suggested that people bring water and refreshments, and wear proper foot wear.
"Be prepared for the weather; last year, it was quite cold. Although you never know what it’s going to be like, this is the Cariboo."
There is no charge to attend the walk but donations to HLCFC would be gratefully accepted.
The walk is at the Betty Place, 6298 Doman Rd., located at the far eastern end of Horse Lake. For more information, call 250-396-7403 or 250-395-4042.