The Totem Poles of Totem Park
Situated just off the seawall beside the Brockton Oval cricket pitch are eight
totem poles. Each has a story that breathes life into it. Each is connected to
the land on which it stands in more than just a physical sense.
 In 2001 an interpretive centre was established by constructing a separate
structure housing working areas, lots of signage, a gift shop for related items
and a refreshment outlet. The totem poles themselves were treated to un upgrade
in the landscaping around them. More signage was put in place to deal with the
stories related to each of them individually.
A myriad of recreational facilities are available in Stanley Park including a
pitch and putt golf course bordered by the spring-blooming Ted and Mary Greig
Rhododendron Garden.
At the Park's heart is the formal Rose Garden surrounded by mass perennial
plantings looking their very best from April through September.
The Children's Farmyard, Miniature Railway, tennis courts, bathing beaches, a
children's water park, a heated ocean side swimming pool,
Dining in Stanley Park offers many choices not only is there fast and fresh
concession stands but an array of fine food in some of Vancouver's beast
Restaurants
Stanley’s Park Bar + Grill Stanley Park’s newest and most exciting
addition - a rustic bar and grill located at the Stanley Park Pavilion
Sequoia
Grill at the Teahouse in Stanley Park sits cosily at water’s edge on
Stanley Park’s Ferguson Point.
Prospect Point Cafe a Restaurant and Cafe with a spectacular view-deck
that overlooks the Lions Gate Bridge
Fish House in Stanley Park in the spectacular gardens and forests of
Stanley Park sits the historic Fish House. Relax and dine in the Fresh and
Casual concept featuring exceptional seafood
Stanley
Park Pavilion surrounded by one of the park's prettiest locations.
Catering for weddings and other functions are also on tap
Theatre under the Stars Malkin Bowl Stanley Park The curtain rises
and another performance of Theatre Under The Stars is about to get under way
Bard on the Beach one of Canada's largest not-for-profit, professional
Shakespeare Festivals
Bright Nights in Stanley Park A Christmas family tradition for over 20
years, the train wends its way through the forest past Santa's workshop, an
international village.
Vancouver Aquarium features Beluga Encounters, Dolphins shows, Sea Otter
and Sea Lion
English
Bay Stanley Park, Denman Street, and Robson Street provide an abundance
of activities, shopping, restaurants and accommodations.
Second Beach Second Beach is a quick stroll north from English Bay into
Stanley Park.
Third Beach is due north of Stanley Park Drive. Locals tote grills and
coolers to this spot, a popular place for summer evening barbecues and sunset
watching.
Water Park in Stanley Park largest outdoor spray facility and offers
hours worth of summer fun especially for young children and families.
Children's
Farmyard Stanley Park home to over 200 animals, birds, and reptiles
belonging to about 50 different species.
Miniature Train Stanley Park one of Vancouver's most popular attractions
and carries over 200,000 passengers per year.
Stanley Park Pitch and Putt offers sculpted fairways, mature trees and lush
greens in a spectacular setting alongside English Bay.
Sunset Beach Vancouver large stretch of sand is no more than a 30-minute
walk from the downtown core - with no commercial exploitation intruding on the
peaceful environment.
Polar Bear Swim hardy swimmers take the plunge into English Bay on New
Year's Day
Vancouver Marathon, British Columbia Runners run out and back in the
inner harbour of False Creek, and into beautifully forested Stanley Park.
Vancouver Sun Run British Columbia a 10km run held in Vancouver, Canada
each year in April.
Lost Lagoon
is the first feature of Stanley Park that many visitors experience. It is
situated at the Georgia Street entrance and is beside the end of a city bus line
bringing visitors here. The walking path around Lost Lagoon is one of the
favourites in the park especially for the residents of towers next door.
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