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Squamish Canyon: Jun 30, 2026 $139
Experience the new Squamish Canyon— an immersive forest walk with towering boardwalks, a forest lounge, roaring Mamquam Falls, and interactive stories celebrating BC’s wild beauty and culture.
Leave Glen Pine at 8:15 a.m. Estimated return at 5:15 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 8:30 a.m. Estimated return at 5 p.m.
Activity Level: Moderate Up to 80 Stairs
.Squamish Canyon Ticket
.Lunch Watershed Grill
.Squamish Old Town
.Sp’akw’us Feather Park
Trip by ENJOY the Journey
Galiano Island: Jul 02, 2026 $164
Experience the magic of BC’s Wild West Coast featuring stunning views, marine park trails where local artisans await you on Galiano Island.
Leave Glen Pine at 8 a.m. Estimated return at 7:45 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 8:15 a.m. Estimated return at 7:30 p.m.
Level: Moderate
*Additional $36 ferry fee for 65 years and under *(Please bring Verifiable ID)
*Included in the fees is the $5.00 temporary fuel surcharge*
. Montague Harbour Marine Park
. Gray Peninsula Escorted Walk
. Lunch The Hummingbird Pub
. Galiano Soap Works
. Galiano Shops
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Ladner Village Market: Jul 05, 2026 $74
Grab your shopping bags for this one! Browse the stalls for all things artisanal and local at the Ladner Village Market’s 29th season, a real community fair. Purchase your lunch at the Market or one of the many cafes in Historic Ladner Village. Stop at Richmond Country Farms before heading home. Funded in part by the Dogwood Seniors Society.
Leave Glen Pine at 8:45 a.m. Estimated return at 3:45 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 9 a.m. Estimated return at 3:30 p.m.
Level: Easy
*Included in the fees is the $5.00 temporary fuel surcharge*
. 4 hours Ladner Village Free Time
. Professional Driver
. Convenient Drop Off / Pick Up Area
. Richmond Country Farms
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Butchart Gardens and Sidney by the Sea B: Jul 06, 2026 $139
A beautiful, colourful garden with an interesting history and over 1000 varieties of plants. Browse the different gardens at your leisure. Visit Sidney by the sea for a waterfront stroll or shopping prior to escorted entry to Butchart Gardens.
Leave Glen Pine at 7 a.m. Estimated return at 8 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 7:15 a.m. Estimated return at 7:45 p.m.
*Additional $36 ferry fee for 64 years and under*
Please bring verifiable BC ID.
Activity Level: Easy
. Admission Butchart Gardens
. 3.75 Hours Butchart Gardens
. Sidney Waterfront
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Majestic Mayne B: Jul 20, 2026 $149
Experience one of the most historic and beautiful of the Gulf Islands. Teeming with scenic vistas and stories of bygone days, this island is truly unique and worthy of exploration.
Leave Glen Pine at 8 a.m. Estimated return at 8 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 8:15 a.m. Estimated return at 7:45 p.m.
*Additional $36 ferry fee for 64 years and under*
Please bring verifiable BC ID.
Activity Level: Easy
. Georgina Point Lighthouse
. Japanese Gardens
. Arbutus forest walk
. Lunch The Montrose Local
. Fernhill Shops
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Summer Sightseeing Cruise: Jul 21, 2026 $194
Set sail aboard Vancity Cruises’ 40-seat double-decker catamaran for a fun, narrated tour with a live guide sharing Vancouver’s stories and sights. Then savour lunch at The Teahouse in Stanley Park and visit the Nature House at Lost Lagoon.
Leave Glen Pine at 8:45 a.m. Estimated return at 5:30 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 9 a.m. Estimated return at 5:15 p.m.
Level: Easy
*Included in the fees is the $5.00 temporary fuel surcharge*
. 90 Minute Narrated Cruise
. Lunch Teahouse Stanley Park
. Nature House Lost Lagoon
. Main Street Coffee Stop
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
A day in Spain with Ciro Vivancos: Jul 27, 2026 $154
Spend a day with Spaniard National Ciro Vivancos, a talented vocalist and trumpet player. Savour a Spanish lunch at Bodega on Main then continue to Spanish Banks for Ciro’s special afternoon trumpet and vocal performance, complete with seaside picnic table dessert and refreshments.
Leave Glen Pine at 9 a.m. Estimated return at 4:45 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 9:15 a.m. Estimated return at 4:30 p.m.
Level: Easy
*Included in the fees is the $5.00 temporary fuel surcharge*
. Ciro Vivancos Meet & Greet
. Trumpet & Vocal Performance
. Lunch Bodega on Main
. Afternoon Dessert & Refreshments
. Spanish Banks
. Main Street Coffee Stop
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Alpine Meadows Wildflowers: Aug 6, 2026 $114
Enjoy a breathtaking day among vibrant wildflowers at Manning Park’s unique Sub-Alpine Meadows. Stroll the Heather or Paintbrush Trails, enjoy a generous picnic lunch surrounded by mountain beauty, and soak up the fresh alpine air and stunning scenery.
Leave Glen Pine at 8:30 a.m. Estimated return at 6 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 8:45 a.m. Estimated return at 5:45 p.m.
Level: Moderate
*Included in the fees is the $5.00 temporary fuel surcharge*
.Sub-Alpine Meadow
.Alpine Wild Flowers
.Alpine Meadow Lookout
.Picnic Table Lunch
.Escorted Meadow Walk
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Richmond Sunflower Festival: Aug 19, 2026 $134
Stroll through over 20 acres with 90 varieties of Sunflowers, Dahlias and other flowers. This tour includes a morning walk, a delicious lunch and a wine tasting at Country Vines Winery.
Leave Glen Pine at 8:45 a.m. Estimated return at 4:30 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 9 a.m. Estimated return at 4:15 p.m.
Level: Easy
*Included in the fees is the $5.00 temporary fuel surcharge*
.Flower Festival Admission
.Lunch Sharkey’s Seafood Grill
.Brunswick Trail Escorted Walk
.Country Vines Winery Tasting
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Squamish Canyon B: Aug 20, 2026 $144
Experience the new Squamish Canyon— an immersive forest walk with towering boardwalks, a forest lounge, roaring Mamquam Falls, and interactive stories celebrating BC’s wild beauty and culture.
Leave Glen Pine at 8:15 a.m. Estimated return at 5:15 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 8:30 a.m. Estimated return at 5 p.m.
Activity Level: Moderate Up to 80 Stairs To help accommodate different mobility levels – 3 pathways options will be offered.
.Squamish Canyon Ticket
.Lunch Watershed Grill
.Squamish Old Town
.Sp’akw’us Feather Park
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Seniors Dragon Boat Experience: Aug 28, 2026 $164
Enjoy a relaxed seniors’ dragon boating experience with Dragon Boat BC! Start with a classroom introduction, engaging stories and Q&A. Continue on the water with two professional paddlers per boat (paddling optional) as you cruise False Creek, spotting sea otters, herons and incredible scenery.
Leave Glen Pine at 9 a.m. Estimated return at 4:45 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 9:15 a.m. Estimated return at 4:30 p.m.
Level: Moderate
*Included in the fees is the $5.00 temporary fuel surcharge*
.Dragon Boat BC Guides
.30 Minute Classroom
.60 Minute Dragon Boat Ride
.Paddling Optional
.Lunch Gusto A Taste of Italy
.Snack / Refreshment Tent
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Saltspring Island Saturday Market: Aug 29, 2026 $134
With over 140 artisans, this market has earned its reputation as a hotbed for world-class artisans and organic farmers. Vendors are joined by local entertainment, creating a fun and festive vibe.
Leave Glen Pine at 6:30 a.m. Estimated return at 7:15 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 6:45 a.m. Estimated return at 7 p.m.
*Additional ferry fee for 65 years and under*
Please bring verifiable BC ID.
Level Easy
*Included in the fees is the $5.00 temporary fuel surcharge*
.Salt Spring Saturday Market – All Meals and Snacks on Own.
.Scenic Gulf Islands Sail
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Secret Cove Sunshine Coast B: Aug 31, 2026 $144
Explore the Sunshine Coast aka the “Best Place on Earth”! Visit Davis Bay, an Ancient Forest and five-star Rockwater Secret Cove Resort for lunch.
Leave Glen Pine at 10:15 a.m. Estimated return at 7:45 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 10:30 a.m. Estimated return at 7:30 p.m.
*Additional $10 ferry fee for 64 years and under *
Please bring verifiable BC ID.
$5.00 fuel surcharge is included in the fees
Activity Level: Easy
.Boardwalk Rockwater Secret Cove Resort
.Lunch at Rockwater Secret Cove Resort
.Hidden Groves, Davis Bay, Gibson’s Landing
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Secret Cove Sunshine Coast C : Sep 1, 2026 $144
Explore the Sunshine Coast aka the “Best Place on Earth”! Visit Davis Bay, an Ancient Forest and five-star Rockwater Secret Cove Resort for lunch.
Leave Glen Pine at 7:45 a.m. Estimated return at 7:30 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 8 a.m. Estimated return at 7:15 p.m.
*Additional $10 ferry fee for 64 years and under *
Please bring verifiable BC ID.
$5.00 fuel surcharge is included in the fees
Activity Level: Easy
.Boardwalk Rockwater Secret Cove Resort
.Lunch at Rockwater Secret Cove Resort
.Hidden Groves, Davis Bay, Gibson’s Landing
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Register for these trips on the City of Coquitlam Recreation Registration site.
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BUS TRIP ADVICE
Arrive 15 minutes prior to departure. The bus will not wait for any late-comers.
• Return times are approximate.
• Dress appropriately for the weather and trip.
• When you register, inform the front desk if you need to bring a wheelchair or a walker. We require a minimum two week notification to arrange wheelchair transportation.
• The walker/wheelchair must be very compact and portable. If an attendant is required, this person must register as a participant and pay full fare as bus trip volunteers cannot assist with lifting or pushing wheelchairs.
• Trips are non-transferable. If you are unable to make the trip, please notify the front desk to confirm alternative arrangements.
• Please take note of Glen Pine Extended Parking requirements.
• For trips to the USA:
» Bring your valid travel documentation (passport, enhanced drivers license).
» It is your responsibility to buy extra medical insurance.
» Be aware that laws prohibit some merchandise from being brought back across the border.
NOTE: Bus trip pick up spots are at Dogwood and Glen Pine (Spirit Square on Burlington Drive across from City Hall, meet in the Hub when Glen Pine is open). These are the only designated stops or pick ups. Prices include school bus transportation unless otherwise stated.
REFUND POLICY: Full refund shall be issued if the request is made five days in advance of the bus trip.
No refund under five days. If a bus trip is full, place your name on the wait list. There is a strong possibility that another bus can be booked or another day planned. For theatre performances, we try our best to have you sit with whom you wish but there is no guarantee. We do our best to make the trip accessible and accommodate participation.
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