It’s a Party for the Shaw Wilderness Park

It’s a party!! Happy Birthday Shaw Wilderness Park!

By: Williams Lake Conservation Company, Backlands Coalition

We are celebrating 5 years of enjoyable recreation in this amazing wilderness on Williams Lake in Spryfield. You are invited to join us as we acknowledge this community effort and appreciate the generous work of many individuals who made this park a recreational destination for nature enthusiasts.

Party Time!
Date: September 15, 2025
Time: 5:30 pm
Place: Purcells Cove Social Club at 16 Shipside Lane, Purcells Cove

Open to the Public

 We are asking people to let us know if they are coming (RSVP [email protected]). As you know, we are a friendly crowd and we love to meet others who work toward supporting their communities. All are welcome. There is a cash bar for drinks and the party will provide some light snacks like sandwiches. We may have a speaker or two for short tributes to this amazing wilderness park.

The Shaw Wilderness Park is special as it was among the first of the urban wilderness parks established in Canada. Its 380 acres include essential habitat for wildlife and breathing space for humans. It embraces 2 beautiful lakes, crucial wetlands, rare plant communities, hard and softwood forests and important streams.

The process of securing protection for these unique lands began over 12 years ago by local volunteer groups and concerned citizens. The Shaw Wilderness Park was opened 5 years ago and our celebration brings together advocates and allies who represent some of the organizations and people who supported the vision of the community to make this wilderness park happen for everyone. Let’s party to celebrate Shaw Wilderness Park.