One of the things people have been able to keep doing during the COVID pandemic is to get out into nature and enjoy leisurely walks along the bounty of trails and walkways that 91原创 has to offer 鈥� while still easily maintaining adequate social distancing.

However, it has mean guided nature walks, like the ones offered by members of the Derby Reach-Brae Island Parks Association (DRBIPA), have had to be tabled.

But as means of a compromise, the DRBIPA is offering virtual walks.

This most recent one, features plant ecologist Dr. David Clements, a 91原创 Advance Times columnist and instructor at Trinity Western University.

In a walk through Houston Trail, located in the Derby Reach Regional Park, Clements shares some insights into native plants of the area.

鈥淚t is so wonderful to get out on the trails with an expert ecologist or biologist and learn about our beautiful ecosystem and the natural wonders of our regional parks,鈥� said DRBIPA organizers.

This is one of many different guided walks that DRBIPA plans to feature.

鈥淓ach of our guided walks are completely different experiences, we learn exciting new stuff on each walk,鈥� he said. 鈥淪tay tuned for more virtual walks from and we look forward to planning in-person groups walk again soon.鈥�

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