One of the largest environmental events in the Tri-Cities is expected draw big crowds rain or shine as the Port Coquitlam-based Hyde Creek Watershed Society hosts its 19th annual Salmon Festival to welcome salmon back to the spawning grounds.
The event will be held on Sunday, Nov. 18 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and will include live salmon and eagle presentations, as well as kids’ activities, exhibits, tours of a working hatchery, food truck vendors, gift items and crafts for sale (cash only), a 50-50 draw and a silent auction.
There will also be free and secured bicycle parking at the Hyde Creek Recreation Centre.
The two festival locations are connected by a five minute trail walk along Hyde Creek, where abundant salmon can be seen making their way upstream.
Exhibits and displays will be at Hyde Creek Recreation Centre at 1379 Laurier Ave., and Hyde Creek Education Centre and Hatchery will host tours and demonstrations at 3636 Coast Meridian Road, Port Coquitlam.
For more information visit www.hydecreek.org and www.facebook.com/HCWSHatchery. The event is organized by the Hyde Creek Watershed Society and co-sponsored by the City of Port Coquitlam.
