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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.
Pender Island with Simone Marler : Sep 21, 2026 $149
Long time resident Simone brings Pender Island to life with heartfelt stories and rich history. Explore the charming Pender Islands Museum, Gowlland Point, Hope Bay and Vanilla Leaf Bakery Café.
Leave Glen Pine at 7:30 a.m. Estimated return at 8:15 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 7:45 a.m. Estimated return at 8 p.m.
Additional $36 ferry fee for 64 years and under
Please bring verifiable BC ID.
$5.00 fuel surcharge is included in the fees
Activity Level: Easy
. Local Guide Simone Marler
. Lunch at Port Browning Marina
. Gowlland Point Viewpoint
. Hope Bay
. Pender Islands Museum
. Vanilla Leaf Bakery Café
(1 baked good + 1 hot drink)
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
South Surrey Splendour : Sep 25, 2026 $139
Join Cynthia Waiz for a guided tour of the charming Darts Hill Garden and enjoy a visit to Surrey Nature Centre, each offering a deeper nature connection. Midday, enjoy a delicious lunch at NOBLE at the Hills in a lovely countryside setting.
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
. Darts Hill Garden Guided Tour
. Lunch NOBLE at the Hills Restaurant
. Surrey Nature Centre Guided Tour
. West Coast Gardens Store
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Manning Fall Colours : Oct 15, 2026 $109
Heading to Manning Park, we drive through the scenic fall colours of the Cascade Mountains. Have lunch at the Manning Park Resort before heading to Lightning Lake for a walk along its shores.
Leave Glen Pine at 8:15 a.m. Estimated return at 6 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 8:30 a.m. Estimated return at 5:45 p.m.
Level: Easy
. Manning Park
. Manning Park Resort, Lunch
. Lightning Lake
. Hope Slide
. Rhododendron Flats
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Westham Island : Oct 23, 2026 $129
Just getting to Westham is fun. Travel across a wooden swing bridge dating back to 1908 and find yourself on a tiny island packed full of natural beauty and brimming with bird life.
Leave Glen Pine at 9:45 a.m. Estimated return at 5:15 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 10 a.m. Estimated return at 5 p.m.
Level: Easy
. Brunswick Point Trail
. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary
. Snow Geese Guided Tour
. Lunch at Sharkey’s Seafood Grill
. Westham Island Herb Farm
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Harrison Bald Eagle Tour : Nov 23, 2026 $129
Travel to the Chehalis/Harrison River Estuary to view large numbers of Bald and Golden Eagles. Find your perch at the Sandpiper Resorts Observation Deck, separate forested area and the Chehalis River at the Hatchery. Funded in part by the Dogwood Pavilion Seniors Society.
Leave Glen Pine at 7:15 a.m. Estimated return at 5 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 7:30 a.m. Estimated return at 4:45 p.m.
Level: Easy
. Rivers Edge Restaurant Lunch
. Multiple Eagle Viewing Locations
. Chehalis River at the Hatchery
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Arts Whistler Holiday Market : Nov 28, 2026 $89
Join this tour to Whistlers original artisan market. Over 100 artisans of every type display their unique, quality handmade products. Spend time in the village too! This market makes for great Christmas shopping. Meals on your own.
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.
Level: Easy
. Squamish Adventure Centre
. Admission Donation for Arts Whistler
. 3 hours Free Time
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
The Singing Christmas Tree : Dec 05, 2026 $129
Enjoy the Singing Christmas Tree choir, as the tree lights up with 80 singers. Actors, dancers, musical
soloists, are all part of the festivities. Vancouver’s biggest celebration, and a highlight of the Christmas season. Enjoy lunch at the historic Sylvia Hotel overlooking English Bay.
Leave Glen Pine at 9:45 a.m. Estimated return at 5:15 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 10 a.m. Estimated return at 5 p.m.
Level: Easy
. Early Entry Broadway Church
. The Singing Christmas Tree Festival
. 3:00pm Performance
. Lunch Sylvia Hotel
Trip by ENJOY the Journey.
Christmas Markets Tour : Dec 16, 2026 $99
Celebrate the magic of Christmas with visits to three festive market favourites. Browse artisanal Christmas items and seasonal treats at the Shipyards Christmas Market and Vancouver Christmas Market, then enjoy the twinkling lights and nostalgic holiday displays at Burnaby Village Museum. A cheerful day of holiday spirit! Funded in part by the Dogwood Pavilion Seniors Society.
Leave Glen Pine at 2:45 p.m. Estimated return at 9:45 p.m.
Leave Dogwood at 3 p.m. Estimated return at 9:30 p.m.
Level: Easy
. Shipyards Christmas Market Escorted Entry
. Vancouver Christmas Market Admission, Escorted Entry & Carousel
. Burnaby Village Museum Escorted Entry
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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