From The Fairmont Hotel Vancouver Best Nearby Reserves (Attractions & Activities) (10 Overall Closest) Metro: Vancouver, BC Maplewood Farm (Attractions & Activities - Reserves) 405 Seymour River Pl, North Vancouver  BC  V7H 1S6 • 604-929-5610 Distance: ~7.968 km         Description: This five-acre municipal park farm, located on the North Shore of Vancouver, is a favorite of children. The farm has more than 200 domesticated animals and birds, including cows, horses, pigs, ponies, sheep, donkeys and chickens. The farm's mission is to provide a pleasant and unique rural experience. Children can pet the animals, take part in milking demonstrations, and participate in such special events as the spring Sheep Fair, Farm Fair, Pumpkins Day in the fall, and Country Christmas in December. George C. Reifel Migratory Bird Sanctuary (Attractions & Activities - Reserves) 5191 Robertson Rd Westham Island, Delta  BC  V4K 3N2 • 604-946-6980 Distance: ~21.225 km         Description: Located in a wetlands environment at the mouth of the Fraser River on Westham Island, this spot is ideal for bird watching. More than 250 species of migratory birds including herons, peregrine falcons, bald eagles, swans, geese and ducks can be seen. In November, the Snow Goose Festival is held as hundreds of birds stop for a rest on their long journey south. Copyright ©2001 10Best Inc. All rights reserved.