Plenty to do in the parks

There’s always something happening outdoors at a CRD park, and the last week of August is no exception.

Visitors of all ages are invited to Cougar Capers, a guided walk that takes place in East Sooke Regional Park today.

People will learn about the life of cougars on this informative walk and talk with a CRD Regional Parks naturalist.

The event runs from 10 to 11:30 a.m. today. Meet at the kiosk at the Aylard Farm parking lot, off Becher Bay Road in East Sooke. The event is wheelchairfriendly.

Take a two-hour walk to view petroglyphs at Pictures of the Past, a walk suitable for ages eight and older on Saturday.

A parks naturalist will take the group for a scenic walk along the East Sooke Park coastline.

The walk runs from 10 a.m. to noon starting from the kiosk at the Aylard Farm parking lot, off Becher Bay Road in East Sooke. Sturdy hiking shoes are recommended.

Hike two parks in one program at the Park to Park: 2 in 1 Hiking Adventure, a moderate hike suitable for people 18 and older on Sunday at Francis/King Regional Park.

A CRD Parks naturalist will lead the group through Francis/King Park, along the Pan Handle Fire Trail to Thetis Lake and back.

The event runs 10 a.m. to noon Aug. 28. While there is no fee to attend, pre-registration is required.

Call 250-478-3344 as space is limited.

The last program of the month, Tree-mendous Trees, is a guided walk suitable for children five and older, Tuesday at Devonian Regional Park in Metchosin.

Participants will discover the mysteries of trees on a fun forest adventure.

They can follow clues and riddles along the trail to meet the park’s giants.

The event runs from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Meet at the kiosk near the parking lot off William Head Road. The park is on B.C. Transit routes 54 or 55.

Try to arrive 10 minutes before the start of the program. Please leave pets at home.

For more information, go to crd.bc.ca/parks.