2025 Environmental Extravaganza Event Guide

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2025 Event Guide

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Explore, discover and connect with nature along the rocky shoreline or through a lush forest. Learn about the plants and animals that call Surrey home. NATURE WALKS

Semiahmoo Trail Nature Walk April 19 Stroll along the stunning Semiahmoo Heritage Trail! Explore towering trees, fascinating wildlife, and the rich history of this old wagon road on this guided walk. Guided Green Timbers Walk April 20, May 3, 18, June 7 Join the Green Timbers Heritage Society for a nature walk in Green Timbers. Get outside, make new friends, and uncover amazing secrets of the forest along the way! Nature Storytime in the Park April 26, May 14, 24 Enjoy a seasonal story with your child followed by a guided nature adventure around the Surrey Nature Centre. iNaturalist Nature Walks April 28 Discover the rich biodiversity of Surrey parks and learn how you can use iNaturalist to capture and share your discoveries! WALKit: Nature Walks - 55+ April 30, May 7, 14, 21 Walking is a great way to get around, explore our city, and help achieve your fitness goals. Join us for a variety of nature walks throughout Surrey parks.

Accessible Trillium Walk April 30

Surrey Nature Centre Walk - Adult May 10 Join this adult-only nature walk and explore Green Timbers Park with Surrey Nature Centre staff. Surrey Nature Centre Walk - 55+ May 10 Join this age-friendly nature walk and explore Green Timbers Park with Surrey Nature Centre staff. Guided Bird Walk - 55+ May 16 Discover common birds such as woodpeckers, chickadees, flycatchers and wrens living in Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest.

Spot trillium flowers on an 800-metre accessible trail in Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest. Enjoy an easy walk with nature guides and interpretive stops along the way. Beginner Birding Walk May 3 Meet some local feathered friends and dive into the basics of birdwatching at Elgin Heritage Park. Native Trees Nature Walk May 7 Join a nature walk to discover key local trees, plus shrubs and plants along the trail in Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest. Nature Storytime in the Garden May 10, June 7 Join Surrey park staff for a seasonal storytime followed by a guided walk through the garden. Surrey Nature Centre Walk - Family May 10, 21 Join this family-friendly nature walk and explore Green Timbers Park with Surrey Nature Centre staff.

Explore Elgin Creek May 23

Walk alongside Elgin Creek to learn more about its habitats and projects underway to enhance the creek.

Indigenous Plant Walk May 24

Join Deanna Miller of Katzie First Nation on a guided plant walk to discover native medicinal and edible plants.

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Birding in Sunnyside Acres May 28 Discover the wonders of birding. Look and listen for owls, hawks, woodpeckers, chickadees, and wrens as you stroll through the lush forest. Interpretive Beach Walk May 29 Join this guided beach walk and discover marine creatures that have Listen to the forest songs, breathe the fresh air, and see nature close-up on a guided nature trail walk in Colebrook and Fergus Biodiversity Preserve Parks. Surrey has more than 100 kilometres of nature trails within Surrey parks. Browse the interactive Nature Trails of Surrey brochure to keep exploring nature. caring for the land Surrey is situated on the ancestral, traditional, and unceded territories of the Salish Peoples, including the Katzie, Kwantlen and Semiahmoo land-based Nations. We recognize them as stewards of this land since time immemorial — they walked these lands first and continue to care for them today. In hosting the Environmental Extravaganza, we are honoured to offer a variety of opportunities for people to care for and connect with these special places. evolved to withstand extreme conditions in their tidal habitat. BC Trails Day Walks June 7

City Nature Challenge!

April 25-28 Join the Surrey City Nature Challenge, an annual global event to observe and record the diversity of plants and animals in our city! From your own backyard, balcony or local park, get your ‘nature nerd’ on this spring and help show Surrey’s incredible natural values to the world! It’s easy to participate:

2. Take and submit photos of plants and animals in Surrey (please no people, pets or farm animals).

1. Download

(free app)

to your mobile device and set up your profile.

Participate on your own or join fellow nature-enthusiasts on a guided iNaturalist walk. For more information: surrey.ca/communityscience

55+ iNaturalist Nature Walk April 28, 1-2:30pm Discover the rich biodiversity of Surrey parks and learn how you can use iNaturalist to capture and share your discoveries! Bring your smart phone or tablet with registered iNaturalist account and dress for the weather. Ages 55+. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Pre-register at surrey.ca/extravaganza.

Nature Detectives: Exploring with iNaturalist April 28, 4:30-6pm Join us for an introduction to iNaturalist as we explore Surrey parks on a guided nature walk. Learn how your nature walk photos can contribute to community science. Bring your family, your curiosity and a smart phone or

camera. All ages. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Pre-register at surrey.ca/extravaganza.

Help Look After Surrey Parks Surrey’s parks are for everyone—now and for future generations. Let’s work together to keep them healthy and beautiful! • Stay on trails and open lawns. Protect plants and wildlife by sticking to marked paths. Leave flowers, berries, and natural items as you found them. • Take your waste with you. Pack out all garbage and recyclables. Please don’t leave unnatural items in the park. • Respect wildlife. Watch from a distance. Never feed animals or disturb their nests—keeping them wild keeps them safe. • Protect our waterways. Avoid stepping in creeks or making new trails to water. Disturbing streambeds can harm fish and their eggs. • Leash your dog. Unless in a designated off-leash area, keep your dog leashed to protect wildlife and other park visitors. Thank you for helping to protect Surrey’s natural spaces!

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April Surrey Nature Centre: Pollinator Power April to June Visit the Pollinator Power exhibit at the Surrey Nature Centre! Learn about amazing animals and the flowers they have evolved with. Enjoy interactive games and hands-on activities; then head outside to see pollination in action in Green Timbers Park! Visit anytime during operating hours. All ages. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Surrey Parks.

Guided Green Timbers Walk April 20, 11am-1pm Join us for a nature walk in Green Timbers. Get outside, make new friends, and uncover amazing secrets of the forest along the way! Drop-in. All ages. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Green Timbers Heritage Society. Nature Pyjama Storytime with LEGO® or DUPLO® April 22, 6:30-7pm Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. You are welcome to wear your pyjamas for this fun storytime. Come early at 6pm to build a LEGO ® or DUPLO ® creation related to each week’s theme that will be on display during the storytime. Drop-in. All ages. Cloverdale Library (5642 176A St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Pressed Flower Bookmarks April 22, 7-8pm Join us for a nature-themed craft to celebrate Earth Day! Choose from a selection of pressed flowers and create a beautiful bookmark to take Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. This program builds language skills while having fun with words. Drop-in. Ages 1-3. Newton Library (13795 70 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Kids Book Chat April 23, 4-5pm Come talk about nature-themed books, enjoy creating upcycled crafts, and make new friends. Be prepared to talk about a book you have read. Drop-in. Ages 7-12. Port Kells Library (18885 88 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. home. Drop-in. Ages 14+. Fleetwood Library (15996 84 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Toddler Storytime April 23, 10-11am

Youth Invasive Plant Removal April 19, 1-3pm Join other youth in caring for the urban forest by removing invasive plants from the park. No experience required. Tools and training provided. Open to Surrey Youth Stewardship Squad volunteers and youth ages 13-18. Bring your friends! Drop-in. Bolivar Park (13591 Crestview Dr) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Semiahmoo Trail Nature Walk April 19, 1:30-3:30pm Stroll along the stunning Semiahmoo Heritage Trail! Explore towering trees, fascinating wildlife, and the rich history of this old wagon road. Connect with nature and the past! All ages. Semiahmoo Heritage Trail (2250 150 St). Meet in the Good Shepherd Church parking lot. Hosted by Friends of Semiahmoo Trail. Pre-register to friendsofsemiahmootrail@gmail.com or through the Friends of Semiahmoo Trail Facebook group. Protecting our Species and Ecosystems at Risk April 19, 6:30-9pm Join Birds Canada for a special presentation and screening of Safe Haven: The Rainbow-Jordan Wilderness with a guest speaker. Learn about Canada’s most threatened birds and ecosystems, how we protect them, and how you can help! Ages 13+. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Birds Canada. Pre-register to rtorrenta@birdscanada.org.

Nature Work Party April 19, 10am-12pm

Join us in caring for Surrey parks. Help remove invasive plants, clean up litter, and enhance habitat within the park. Tools and training provided. Bring water and wear appropriate clothing for the weather. Drop in at either

10am or 10:30am. All ages. Bolivar Park (13591 Crestview Dr) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Spring Open House: Get Growing! April 19, 10am-4pm

Come out and get to know Darts Hill Garden Park at this free opening. Stroll the garden, enjoy family-friendly activities and take in the beauty of the

season! Drop-in. All ages. Darts Hill Garden Park (1633 170 St) Hosted by Surrey Parks.

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Earth Day Tree Planting April 23, 5-7:30pm

Community Litter Cleanup April 26, 10am-12pm Help keep Surrey clean! Join us in removing trash to create a healthier, more vibrant environment for wildlife and our community. Drop-in. All ages. Surrey Bend Regional Park (17775 104 Ave) Hosted by B.C. Wildlife Federation. The Seed Library offers free access to seeds and supports local gardeners in saving seeds at home. We are a living seed exchange currently sharing 60 varieties of regionally adapted open pollinated and self-fertile seed. Drop-in. All ages. Ocean Park Library (12854 17 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Family Storytime with DUPLO® April 26, 1-2pm Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. Help imaginations grow and build a love of reading. After storytime, there will be playtime with DUPLO ® . Drop-in. All ages. Newton Library (13795 70 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Family Storytime with LEGO® April 26, 2-3pm Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. Help imaginations grow and build a love of reading. After storytime, there will be playtime with LEGO ® . Drop-in. All ages. Port Kells Library (18885 88 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Join us for a rewarding day of picking up litter and protecting this important Key Biodiversity Area. Bring water, comfortable footwear and dress for the weather. All ages. Blackie Spit Park (3136 McBride Ave). Meet at the picnic area. Hosted by Friends of Semiahmoo Bay Society and White Rock Surrey Naturalists. Pre-register to mshiker4@gmail.com. Surrey Seed Library April 26, 11am-2:30pm Shoreline Cleanup April 27, 10am-12pm Help keep Blackie Spit clean!

What Do You Know About Burns Bog? April 27, 12-4pm Burns Bog is at risk from ditches, contaminants, flooding, fires, and invasive plants. What’s happening and what’s on the horizon? Discover more about these challenges and explore what’s being done to protect this vital ecosystem’s future. Drop-in. All ages. Cougar Creek Park (6979 123 St). Walkway next to the ponds. Hosted by Burns Bog Conservation Society and Surrey Environmental Partners. WALKit: Surrey Lake Park Walk April 30, 12-1:30pm Walk at the scenic natural area featuring a large, human-made lake. Explore the nature trail and look for frogs, salmon, ducks, eagles, deer, and more! Work on mobility, meet new people, and chat about different points of interest along the way. Ages 55+. Surrey Lake Park (7500 152 St). Meet at the information kiosk. Hosted by Healthy Communities. Pre-register to JSoti@surrey.ca. Accessible Trillium Walk April 30, 1-3pm Spot trillium flowers on an 800-metre accessible trail, perfect for all abilities. Enjoy an easy walk with nature guides and interpretive stops along the way. Drop-in. All ages. Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest Park (Wally Ross Trail parking lot, north side of 24 Ave between 144 St and 148 St) Hosted by Sunnyside Acres Heritage Society. Teen Crafts: Recycled Books April 30, 4-5pm Join us to use old books to make blackout poetry, bookmarks, tiny books, and more! Let’s celebrate Poetry Month. Drop-in. Ages 12-18. Semiahmoo Library (1815 152 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries.

Plant a tree for Earth Day, enjoy family friendly activities, plant your own native plants to take home, and enjoy a picnic in the park (while trees and supplies last). Gloves, shovels and training provided. Drop-in. All ages. Francis Park (15951 83 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Nature Pyjama Storytime April 23, 7-7:30pm Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. You are welcome to wear your pyjamas for this fun storytime. After storytime, there will be playtime with Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. You are welcome to wear your pyjamas for this fun storytime. After storytime, there will be playtime with DUPLO ® . Drop-in. All ages. Newton Library (13795 70 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Family Storytime with DUPLO® April 25, 10:30-11:30am Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. Help imaginations grow and build a love of reading. After storytime, there will be playtime with DUPLO ® . Drop-in. All ages. Clayton Library (7155 187A St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Family Craft April 25, 3:30-4:30pm Join us for a fun nature-themed craft. Drop-in. All ages. City Centre Library (10350 University Dr) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Storytime in the Park April 26, 10-10:45am Enjoy a seasonal story with your child followed by a guided nature adventure. Ages 0-5. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Pre-register at surrey.ca/register, or by phone at 604-502-6065 or to naturecentre@surrey.ca DUPLO ® . Drop-in. All ages. Fleetwood Library (15996 84 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Pyjama Storytime April 24, 6:30-7pm

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Nature Family Storytime with DUPLO® May 1, 10:30-11:30am Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. Help imaginations grow and build a love of reading. After storytime, there will be playtime with DUPLO ® . Drop-in. All ages. Guildford Library (15105 105 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Movie: The Lorax May 1, 3:30-5pm Bring your blanket and a snack. Parents must stay with children who need supervision. Rated: G, Running time: 1 hr 27 min. Drop-in. All ages. Strawberry Hill Library (7399 122 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Special May 2, 10:30-11:30am Join us for a nature program with crafts, games and more. Drop-in. Ages 3-7. Guildford Library (15105 105 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Family Movie: Fly Away Home May 2, 1-3pm Bring your blanket and a snack. Parents must stay with children who need supervision. Rated: G, Running time: 1 hr and 47 min. Drop-in. All ages. Cloverdale Library (5642 176A St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries.

Learn to Fish May 3, 10am-12pm Learn the basics of freshwater fishing including hatchery roles, fish identification & biology, tackle, rod rigging, casting, and hands on fishing! All equipment is provided. Adult supervision/participation is required. Ages 5-15. Green Timbers Urban Forest Park (14600 100 Ave). Meet at the south end of Green Timbers Lake. Hosted by Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC. Pre-register at www.gofishbc.com/learn-to-fish. Birdwatching for Beginners May 3, 10am-1pm Meet some local feathered friends and enjoy some ’aha!’ moments as we dive into the basics of birdwatching! Learn how to spot and identify our chirpy friends while discovering their unique behaviors. Bring binoculars if available. All ages. Elgin Heritage Park (13578 Crescent Road). Meet at the information kiosk. Hosted by White Rock and Surrey Naturalists. Pre-register to swalker3@shaw.ca, or by phone at 604-591-7899.

Guided Green Timbers Walk May 3, 11am-1pm Join us for a nature walk in Green Timbers. Get outside, make new friends, and uncover amazing secrets of the forest along the way! Drop in. All ages. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Green Timbers Heritage Society. Arbor Day Celebration May 3, 11am-2pm Celebrate trees and help grow the urban forest. Help plant new park trees and some smaller forest trees and shrubs; enjoy music, kids’ activities and more; free lunch provided to planters (while quantities last). Tools and training provided. Come prepared to get dirty! Drop-in. All ages. Fraser Heights Park (10588 160 St) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Recycled Craft: Magazine Craft May 3, 2-3pm Use magazines to create gift bags, envelopes or coasters. All supplies provided. Drop-in. Ages 14+. Clayton Library (7155 187A St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries.

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Nature Special: Sow Some Seeds May 4, 2:30-3:30pm

Nature Pyjama Storytime May 6, 7-7:30pm Join us for nature-themed songs, stories, and rhymes! You are welcome to wear pyjamas for this fun family storytime. Drop-in. All ages. City Centre Library (10350 University Dr) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. WALKit: Redwood Park Nature Walk May 7, 12-1:30pm Walk in one of Surrey’s most spectacular nature destinations! Explore the peaceful forest of tall trees, including the mature Sierra Redwoods. Work on mobility, meet new people, and chat about different points of interest along the way. Ages 55+. Redwood Park (17900 20 Ave). Meet at the information kiosk. Hosted by Healthy Communities. Pre-register to JSoti@surrey.ca. Ten Native Trees to Know May 7, 6:30-8pm Join our guides for a nature walk to discover important local trees, plus shrubs and plants along the trail! Drop-in. All ages. Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest Park (Wally Ross Trail parking lot, north side of 24 Ave between 144 St and 148 St) Hosted by Sunnyside Acres Heritage Society. Nature Family Storytime with DUPLO® May 8, 10:30-11:30am Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. Help imaginations grow and build a love of reading. After storytime, there will be playtime with DUPLO ® . Drop-in. All ages. Guildford Library (15105 105 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries.

Nature Craft for Mother’s Day May 8, 4-5pm Join us to decoupage a pot and plant a succulent! Supplies provided. Drop-in. Ages 10+. Ocean Park Library (12854 17 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Salmon Storytime May 9, 1:30-2pm Join us for salmon-themed stories, rhymes, and activities. Drop-in. All ages. City Centre Library (10350 University Dr) Hosted by Surrey Libraries and Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP). Youth Invasive Ivy Removal and Weaving May 9, 4:30-6:30pm Combine your passion for habitat restoration with creativity! Join other youth to care for the urban forest by removing English ivy, then learn to weave your own creation. Tools and training provided. Open to Surrey Youth Stewardship Squad volunteers and youth aged 13-18. Tell your friends! Claude Harvie Park (5780 182 St) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Pre-register to surrey.ca/extravaganza. Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day May 10, 9am-3pm Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day with us! Enjoy birdwatching, bird themed activities, meet a live owl, get to know some passionate organizations dedicated to protecting nature, and explore one of Canada’s top Key Biodiversity Areas. Drop-in. All ages. Bird walks start at 7:30am. Pre-register for bird walks only to blueheronmarg@gmail.com. Elgin Heritage Park (13568 Crescent Rd) Hosted by Friends of Semiahmoo Bay Society, Birds Canada and Surrey Parks.

Join us for stories, songs, and cool facts about seeds. Plant one or two to take home to put in your garden or give as a gift. All ages. Cloverdale Library (5642 176A St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Pre-register by phone at 604-598-7320 or visit Cloverdale Library. Nature Craft for Mother’s Day May 6, 4-5pm Join us to decoupage a pot and plant a succulent! Supplies provided. Drop-in. Ages 10+. Semiahmoo Library (1815 152 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Owl Prowl May 6, 6-7:30pm Meet live owls with the Orphaned Wildlife Rehabilitation Society (O.W.L.), learn about their unique adaptations, and go on a guided walk through the park to look for signs of these feathery wonders. Parent participation required. Ages 5+ Godwin Biodiversity Preserve Park* (9016 164 St) *Dogs are not permitted in this park Hosted by Surrey Parks. Pre-register at surrey.ca/extravaganza. Nature Pyjama Storytime with LEGO® or DUPLO® May 6, 6:30-7pm Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. You are welcome to wear your pyjamas for this fun storytime. Come early at 6pm to build a LEGO ® or DUPLO ® creation related to each week’s theme that will be on display during the storytime. Drop-in. All ages. Cloverdale Library (5642 176A St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries.

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Family Nature Walk May 10, 10-10:45am

55+ Nature Walk May 10, 11am-12pm

River Basin Days – Tree Tales May 10, 12:30-1:30pm & 2-3pm From seed to stump, trees go through a long and rooted journey to grow tall! Join us for hands-on, family-friendly activities that explore the different trees growing around the Fraser River! Learn how trees communicate with each other, find the age of a tree, and explore the lifecycle of a tree through an interactive story! All ages. Tynehead Regional Park (10065 168 St). Meet in the Serpentine Hollow parking lot, at the beginning of the trail. Hosted by Fraser River Discovery Centre. Pre-register at fraserriverdiscovery.org/rbd Adult Nature Walk May 10, 1-2:30pm Join this adult-only nature walk and explore Green Timbers Park with Surrey Nature Centre staff. Ages 18+. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Pre-register at surrey.ca/register or by phone at 604-502-6065, or to naturecentre@surrey.ca. Clayton Seed Library Meetup May 11, 10:30am-12:30pm Volunteer with the Clayton Seed Library every month and learn some gardening tips and tricks in the process. Activities will include sorting and packaging seeds for distribution, keeping an inventory to track the seeds and more. Drop-in. All ages. Clayton Library (7155 187A St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries.

Join one of our team members for a guided nature walk around the Surrey Nature Centre and Green Timbers Park. All ages. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Pre-register at surrey.ca/register, or by phone at 604-502-6065, or to naturecentre@surrey.ca. Nature Storytime in the Garden May 10, 11-11:45am Enjoy a seasonal storytime followed by a guided walk through the garden. All ages. Darts Hill Garden Park (1633 170 St) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Pre-register at surrey.ca/register or by phone at 604-501-5100, or in person at any Surrey Parks, Recreation and Culture facility. Nature Special with Clayton Seed Library May 10, 11am-12pm Join the Clayton Seed Library for a fun planting activity. Choose either a sunflower or bean seed to plant and take home for your garden. Enjoy a nature storytime about growing food from our garden. Drop-in. All ages. Clayton Library (7155 187A St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries.

Join this age-friendly nature walk and explore Green Timbers Park with Surrey Nature Centre staff. Ages 55+. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Pre-register at surrey.ca/register or by phone at 604-502-6065, or to naturecentre@surrey.ca. Totest Aleng: Indigenous Learning House May 10, 12-4pm Join us at our first Open House of the season! Celebrate World Migratory Bird Day by discovering the birds that travel to and from the ancestral, traditional, and unceded territories of the SEMYOME (Semiahmoo), q̓̓ ic̓̓ əy̓̓ (Katzie), and q̓̓ ʷɑ:n̓̓ ƛ̓̓ ən̓̓ (Kwantlen) peoples. Drop-in. All ages. Totest Aleng: Indigenous Learning House (13723 Crescent Rd) Hosted by Totest Aleng: Indigenous Learning House.

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Learn to Fish May 12, 6-8pm Learn the basics of freshwater fishing including hatchery roles, fish identification & biology, tackle, rod rigging, casting, and hands on fishing! All equipment is provided. Adult supervision/participation is required. Ages 5-15. Green Timbers Urban Forest Park (14600 100 Ave). Meet at the south end of Green Timbers Lake. Hosted by Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC. Pre-register at gofishbc.com/learn-to-fish. Nature Pyjama Storytime with DUPLO® May 12, 6:30-7:30pm Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. You are welcome to wear your pyjamas for this fun storytime. After storytime, there will be playtime with Garden Work Party May 13, 10am-12pm Help with the care and maintenance of Surrey’s beautiful gardens. Learn horticultural skills like pruning and weeding directly from our head gardeners! Tools and training provided. Ages 16+. Darts Hill Garden Park (1680 168 St). Meet in the volunteer/gravel lot (not the main parking lot). Hosted by Surrey Parks. Sign up as a City of Surrey – Partners in Parks volunteer or email pipvolunteer@surrey.ca. DUPLO ® . Drop-in. All ages. Semiahmoo Library (1815 152 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries.

Nature Family Storytime May 13, 10:30-11am

WALKit: Green Timbers Nature Walk May 14, 12-1:30pm Join us for an urban forest walk at the birthplace of reforestation in B.C. Learn about the Surrey Nature Centre and explore Green Timbers Lake. Work on mobility, meet new people, and chat about different points of interest along the way. Ages 55+. Green Timbers Urban Forest Park (14600 Block of 100 Ave) Hosted by Healthy Communities. Pre-register to JSoti@surrey.ca. Water Quality Wednesday with SHaRP May 14, 1:30-4:30pm Surrey’s Salmon Habitat Restoration Program is working to enhance Robson Creek! Learn about water quality tests, the fish species living in the creek and habitat projects underway. Fishy fun activities for all ages! Drop-in. Robson Park (12678 100 Ave). Main booth by the playground and a second station at footbridge by west parking lot near tennis courts. Hosted by Surrey’s Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP).

Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. Help imaginations grow and build a love of reading. Drop-in. All ages. Semiahmoo Library (1815 152 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Family Storytime May 13, 10:30-11:30am Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. Help imaginations grow and build a love of reading. Drop-in. All ages. Strawberry Hill Library (7399 122 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Storytime in the Park May 14, 10-10:45am Enjoy a seasonal story with your child followed by a guided nature adventure. Ages 0-5. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Pre-register at surrey.ca/register, or by phone at 604-502-6065, or to naturecentre@surrey.ca. Nature Family Storytime May 14, 10:30-11am Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. Help imaginations grow and build a love of reading. After storytime, there will be playtime with DUPLO ® . Drop-in. All ages. Cloverdale Library (5642 176A St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries.

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Discover Wetlands May 14, 5-8pm Dive into the fascinating world of

Salmon Storytime May 15, 10-11am

Discover Bats May 15, 7-8:30pm

Discover the fascinating world of bats! Explore how bats use echolocation to ‘see’ in the dark, control insect populations and support healthy ecosystems. Check out the newly installed bat box and learn about the bats that will call it home. All ages. Godwin Biodiversity Preserve Park* (9016 164 St) *dogs are not permitted in this park. Hosted by Surrey Parks. Pre-register at surrey.ca/extravaganza. Guided Bird Walk for Seniors in Sunnyside Acres Forest May 16, 9-11am Discover birds such as woodpeckers, chickadees, flycatchers and wrens living in this urban forest. Learn to identify some common species and recognize their songs. Ages 55+. Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest Park (Wally Ross Trail parking lot, north side of 24th Ave between 144 St and 148 St). Hosted by Birds Canada. Pre-register to dbradley@birdscanada.org. Youth Invasive Removal May 16, 4:30-6:30pm Join other youth in caring for Surrey’s urban forest by removing invasive plants from the park. No experience required. Tools and training provided. Open to

Join us for salmon-themed stories and activities. Learn how salmon and rivers are important to our ecosystem. Ages 3-5. Cloverdale Library (5642 176A St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries and Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP). Pre-register by phone at 604-598-7320 or visit Cloverdale Library. Nature Family Storytime with DUPLO® May 15, 10:30-11:30am Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. Help imaginations grow and build a love of reading. After storytime, there will be playtime with DUPLO ® . Drop-in. All ages. Guildford Library (15105 105 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Babytime May 15, 10:30-11:30am Join us for nature-themed songs, stories, and bounces for your baby! After storytime, there will be playtime. Drop-in. Babies ages 0-12 months. Strawberry Hill Library (7399 122 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries.

wetlands! Discover how these water filled habitats, with their unique plants and thriving wildlife, help clean water, prevent floods and provide homes for animals. Wetlands are nature’s protectors! Ages 14+. Guildford Heights Park (10310 154 St). Meet in parking lot. Hosted by BC Wildlife Federation and Surrey Parks. Pre-register to wep@bcwf.bc.ca. Learn About Laminated Root Rot May 14, 6:30-8pm Join biologist Jeff Fournier to explore the fungus that has been affecting trees in Sunnyside Acres since the 1980s. Learn about how it may impact your garden and discover trees that are more resistant. Drop-in. All ages. Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest Park (Wally Ross Trail parking lot, north side of 24 Ave between 144 St and 148 St) Hosted by Sunnyside Acres Heritage Society. Nature Pyjama Storytime May 14, 7-7:30pm Join us for nature-themed songs, stories, and rhymes! You are welcome to wear pyjamas for this fun family

storytime. Drop-in. All ages. Strawberry Hill Library (7399 122 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries.

Surrey Youth Stewardship Squad volunteers and youth aged 13-18.

Bring your friends! Drop-in. Barry Mather Park (15039 92A Ave) Hosted by Surrey Parks.

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Action Against Invasives May 17, 10am-1pm

Nature Movie: Great Green Wall May 17, 2-4pm Bring your blanket and a snack. Parents must stay with children who need supervision. Not rated. Running time: 1 hr 32 min. Drop-in. All ages. Semiahmoo Library (1815 152 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Guided Green Timbers Walk May 18, 11am-1pm Join us for a nature walk in Green Timbers. Get outside, make new friends, and uncover amazing secrets of the forest along the way! Drop in. All ages. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Green Timbers Heritage Society. Native Plant Loop Self-Guided Tour May 19, 11am-3pm Grab a plant guide and discover over 50 native plants growing along the hillside nature trail—then wander through Mrs. Darts’ glorious rhododendrons in full bloom! Drop-in. All ages. Darts Hill Garden Park (1633 170 St) Hosted by Darts Hill Garden Conservancy Trust Society. Garden Work Party May 20, 10am-12pm Help with the care and maintenance of Surrey’s beautiful gardens. Learn horticultural skills like pruning and weeding directly from our head gardeners! Tools and training provided. Ages 16+. Bear Creek Gardens (13750 88 Ave). Meet by the old caretakers’ house (south of the outdoor pool) OR meet at the plaza in the garden. Hosted by Surrey Parks. Sign up as a City of Surrey – Partners in Parks volunteer or email pipvolunteer@surrey.ca.

Repair Café May 20, 6-8pm

Celebrate Invasive Species Action Month with us! Learn about invasive plants in Surrey and how you can make a difference by volunteering. Help remove Himalayan blackberry to improve park habitat. Tools, training, and refreshments provided (while supplies last). Bring water and dress for the weather. All ages. Sullivan Park (6272 152 St) Hosted by Surrey Parks. West Beach Shoreline Cleanup May 17, 1:30-3:30pm Help keep Semiahmoo Bay clean! Join us for a rewarding day of picking up litter and protecting this Key Biodiversity Area. Bring water, comfortable footwear and dress for the weather. All ages. West Beach boat ramp (14400 block Marine Dr, opposite High St) Hosted by Friends of Semiahmoo Bay Society and White Rock Surrey Naturalists. Pre-register to mshiker4@gmail.com. Nature Movie: Bee Movie May 17, 2-3:30pm Bring your blanket and a snack. Parents must stay with children who need supervision. Rating: G, Running time: 1 hr 30 min. Drop-in. All ages. Strawberry Hill Library (7399 122 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Family Movie: Wall-E May 17, 2-4pm Bring your blanket and a snack. Parents must stay with children who need supervision. Rated: G, Running time: 1 hr 28 min. All ages. Ocean Park Library (12854 17 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Pre-register by phone at 604-502-6304 or visit Ocean Park Library.

Save money and the environment by bringing a broken item in for repair. Volunteers will check your item and try to fix it. To find out if your item is eligible for repair, please book an appointment by emailing surreybcrepaircafe@gmail.com. Ages 18+. Guildford Library (15105 105 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Registration preferred but not required. Nature Pyjama Storytime with LEGO® or DUPLO® May 20, 6:30-7pm Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. You are welcome to wear your pyjamas for this fun storytime. Come early at 6pm to build a LEGO ® or DUPLO ® creation related to each week’s theme that will be on display during the storytime. Drop-in. All ages. Cloverdale Library (5642 176A St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Pyjama Storytime with DUPLO® May 20, 6:30-7:30pm Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. You are welcome to wear your pyjamas for this fun family storytime. After storytime, there will be playtime with DUPLO ® . All ages. Free tickets available at 5pm at the front desk on same day. Ocean Park Library (12854 17 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Family Nature Walk May 21, 10-10:45am Join one of our team members for a guided nature walk around the Surrey Nature Centre and Green Timbers Park. All ages. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Pre-register at surrey.ca/register, or by phone at 604-502-6065, or by email to naturecentre@surrey.ca.

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WALKit: Crescent Park Nature Walk May 21, 12-1:30pm Walk through the mature second growth forests. See ponds and streams and many species of birds, ducks, and kingfishers. Work on mobility, meet new people, and chat about different points of interest along the way. Ages 55+. Crescent Park (14600 Block of 100 Ave) Hosted by Healthy Communities. Pre-register to JSoti@surrey.ca. Water Quality Wednesday with SHaRP May 21, 1:30-4:30pm Surrey’s Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP) is working to enhance King Creek! Learn about water quality tests, the fish species living in the creek and habitat projects underway. Fishy fun activities for all ages! Drop-in. Bear Creek Park (13820 88 Ave). Meet next to the playground and splash park. Hosted by Surrey’s Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP). Nature Artsy Kids May 21, 3:15-4:15pm Join us for a nature-themed craft and story. Ages 5-7. Semiahmoo Library (1815 152 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Pre-register by phone at 604-592-6900 or visit Semiahmoo Library.

Forest Bingo May 21, 6:30-7:30pm

Biodiversity Day BioBlitz May 22, 3-7pm Celebrate International Day for Biodiversity by recording nature

Stamp your bingo card as we spot and identify plants, trees, animals, and birds on this forest adventure. Along the way, you’ll discover how everything in the forest is connected with nothing going to waste. Drop-in. All ages. Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest Park (Wally Ross Trail parking lot, north side of 24 Ave between 144 St and 148 St) Hosted by Sunnyside Acres Heritage Society. Nature Family Storytime May 22, 10:30-11am Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. Help imaginations grow and build a love of reading. Free tickets available at 9am at the front desk on same day. All ages. Ocean Park Library (12854 17 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Family Storytime with DUPLO® May 22, 10:30-11:30am Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. Help imaginations grow and build a love of reading. After storytime, there will be playtime with DUPLO ® . Drop-in. All ages. Guildford Library (15105 105 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries

sightings around Fleetwood Park! Visit different stations to learn about the importance of biodiversity, explore local birds, insects, plants, and practise using iNaturalist to document your discoveries. No nature knowledge

necessary. Drop-in. All ages. Fleetwood Park (15802 80 Avenue) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Nature Special May 22, 3:30-4:30pm

Join us for fun nature-themed activities. Free tickets available 30 minutes before the start of the program. Ages 5-9. Strawberry Hill Library (7399 122 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Nature Toddler Storytime May 23, 10:30-11am Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. Help imaginations grow and build a love of reading. Free tickets available at 9am at the front desk on same day. Ages 1-3. Ocean Park Library (12854 17 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Salmon Storytime May 23, 10:30-11:30am Join us for salmon-themed stories and activities. Learn how salmon and rivers are important to our ecosystem. Ages 3-5. Guildford Library (15105 105 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries and Surrey Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP). Pre-register by phone at 604-598-7360 or visit Guildford Library.

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Recycled Spring Crafts for Seniors and Adults May 23, 11:30am-12:30pm Use recycled materials to make ornaments for home decoration. Drop-in. Ages 18+. Strawberry Hill Library (7399 122 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Exploring Elgin Creek with SHaRP May 23, 1-2pm Did you know Elgin Creek flows are supplemented by groundwater? Walk alongside Elgin Creek to learn more about its habitats and projects underway to enhance the creek. Drop-in. Ages 18+. Elgin Estates Park (2972 141 St). Meet on the trail behind the mailboxes on 141 St. Hosted by Surrey’s Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP). Nature Kids Craft Club May 23, 3-4pm Join us for nature-themed crafts. Ages 8-10. Guildford Library (15105 105 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Pre-register by phone at 604-598-7360 or visit Guildford Library. Nature Storytime in the Park May 24, 10-10:45am Enjoy a seasonal story with your child followed by a guided nature adventure. Ages 0-5. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way). Hosted by Surrey Parks. Pre-register at surrey.ca/register, or by phone at 604-502-6065, or to naturecentre@surrey.ca.

Salmon Storytime May 24, 10-11am

Forage Fish Spawn Habitat Survey Methods Training May 24, 10am-2pm Enjoy getting outside on the beach and join our Forage Fish Spawning Habitat Sampling Methods Training, where you’ll receive hands-on training to monitor and protect these essential fish populations. Ages 16+. Crescent Beach (12160 Beecher St). Meet at the foot of Beecher Street, next to Beecher Place. Hosted by Friends of Semiahmoo Bay Society and BC Coastal Forage Fish Network. Pre-register to drepwatson@gmail.com. The Seed Library offers free access to seeds and supports local gardeners in saving seeds at home. We are a living seed exchange currently sharing 60 varieties of regionally adapted open pollinated and self-fertile seeds. Drop-in. All ages. Ocean Park Library (12854 17 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Salmon Storytime May 24, 1-2pm Join us for salmon-themed stories and activities. Learn how salmon and rivers are important to our ecosystem. Drop-in. Ages 3-5. Newton Library (13795 70 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries and Surrey’s Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP). Recycled Craft: Flowers May 24, 2-4pm Turn discarded books into works of art and create some flowers! All supplies provided. Ages 14+. Semiahmoo Library (1815 152 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Pre-register by phone at 604-592-6900 or visit Semiahmoo Library. Surrey Seed Library May 24, 11am-2:30pm

Join us for salmon-themed stories and activities. Learn how salmon and rivers are important to our ecosystem. Drop in. Ages 3-5. Fleetwood Library (15996 84 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries and Surrey Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP). Community Litter Cleanup May 24, 10am-12pm Help keep Surrey clean! Join us in removing trash to create a healthier, more vibrant environment for wildlife and our community. Drop-in. All ages. Mud Bay Park (13030 48 Ave). Meet in parking lot. Hosted by B.C. Wildlife Federation. Indigenous Plant Walk May 24, 10-11:30am Join Deanna Miller of Katzie First Nation on a guided plant walk to learn about native medicinal and edible plants while discussing stewardship and the importance of ‘walking slowly’ on the land in a mindful, meaningful way. All ages. Totest Aleng: Indigenous Learning House (13723 Crescent Road) Hosted by Totest Aleng: Indigenous Learning House and Surrey Parks. Pre-register at surrey.ca/extravaganza. Cougar Creek Headwater Hustle May 24, 10am-2pm Explore Cougar Creek on a guided walking tour of its headwaters! Join Cougar Creek Streamkeeper volunteers and Surrey’s Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP) for creek information and activities. Walks at 10:30am and noon. Drop-in. All ages. Cougar Creek Park (6952 121 St). Heading north on 121 St from 68 Ave the road will dead end at a cul-de-sac next to the Cougar Creek ponds. Hosted by Surrey’s Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP), Cougar Creek Streamkeepers.

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Nature Family Movie: Wall-E May 25, 2-4pm Bring your blanket and a snack. Parents must stay with children who need supervision. Rating: G Running time: 1 hr 28 min. Drop-in. All ages. Guildford Library (15105 105 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Hummingbird Banding May 26, 9:30-11:30am Join the Vancouver Avian Research Centre to catch and band hummingbirds and other local bird species. Learn all about these species, the challenges they face and how we can help them by banding. See these birds ‘up close’ and hold them prior to their release. Ages 13+. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Surrey Parks and Vancouver Avian Research Centre. Pre-register at surrey.ca/extravaganza. Creative Craft Upcycling May 26, 1-2:30pm Adults, teens, and kids—drop in with your creative juices and your safe, interesting, recycled materials to make some fun and wonderful projects. Parents must stay with children who need supervision. Drop-in. All ages. Cloverdale Library (5642 176A St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Learn to Fish May 26, 6-8pm Learn the basics of freshwater fishing including hatchery roles, fish identification & biology, tackle, rod rigging, casting, and hands on fishing! All equipment is provided. Adult supervision/participation is required. Ages 5-15. Green Timbers Urban Forest Park (14600 100 Ave). Meet at the south end of Green Timbers Lake. Hosted by Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC. Pre-register at gofishbc.com/learn-to-fish.

Discover Wetlands May 27, 5-8pm Dive into the fascinating world of wetlands! Discover how these water filled habitats, with their unique plants and thriving wildlife, help clean water, prevent floods and provide homes for animals. Wetlands are nature’s protectors! Ages 14+. Newton Pond Park (13795 70 Ave). Meet at Newton Library. Hosted by BC Wildlife Federation and Surrey Parks. Pre-register to wep@bcwf.bc.ca. Birding in Sunnyside Acres May 28, 9-11am Discover the wonders of birding. Look and listen for owls, hawks, woodpeckers, chickadees, and wrens as you stroll through the lush forest. Drop-in. All ages. Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest Park (Wally Ross Trail parking lot, north side of 24 Ave between 144 St and 148 St) Hosted by Sunnyside Acres Heritage Society. Water Quality Wednesday with SHaRP May 28, 12-3pm Surrey’s Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP) is working to enhance Bon Accord Creek! Learn about water quality tests, the fish species living in the creek and habitat projects underway. Fishy fun activities for all ages! Drop-in. Hawthorne Rotary Park (10513 144 Ave). Meet at the pedestrian bridge over the wetland; located southwest of the water park. Hosted by Surrey’s Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP). Nature Special May 28, 3:30-4:30pm Join us for a nature program with crafts, activities and more. Learn about nature and our environment! Ages 5+. Fleetwood Library (15996 84 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Pre-register by phone at 604-598-7340 or visit Fleetwood Library.

Nature Special May 28, 3:30-4:30pm Join us for a nature program with stories, songs, and a craft. Ages 5-12. Ocean Park Library (12854 17 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Pre-register by phone at 604-502-6304 or visit Ocean Park Library. Youth Invasive Removal May 28, 4:30-6:30pm Join other youth in caring for the urban forest by removing invasive plants from the park. No experience required. Tools and training provided. Open to Surrey Youth Stewardship Squad volunteers and youth aged 13-18. Bring your friends! Drop-in. Maple Green Park (8959 150 St) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Celebrate Coastal Native Plants May 29, 9-11am Join us at the beautiful native plant garden to learn about coastal plants and how they have evolved to withstand weather extremes and provide habitat for pollinators and people. Drop-in. All ages. White Rock Native Plant Demonstration Garden (14970 Marine Dr, White Rock). Meet at the west side of White Rock Museum. Hosted by Friends of Semiahmoo Bay Society. Nature Family Storytime with DUPLO® May 29, 10:30-11:30am Join us for nature-themed stories and songs. Help imaginations grow and build a love of reading. After storytime, there will be playtime with DUPLO ® . Drop-in. All ages. Guildford Library (15105 105 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries.

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Day of the Honeybee May 29, 2:30-5pm

Youth Urban Forest Wetland Monitoring May 30, 4:30-6:30pm Become part of Surrey’s growing community science efforts and help collect data on indicator species and water quality at Green Timbers Urban Forest. Monitor the wetlands by identifying indicator species on iNaturalist and testing water quality with municipal water-testing kits. Age 13-18. Green Timbers Urban Forest (14600 Block of 100 Ave). Meet at the lake. Hosted by Surrey Parks. Pre-register at surrey.ca/ extravaganza. Pollinator Palooza May 31, 1-3pm Celebrate birds, bees, and butterflies and how they help us to survive with local experts and family fun activities! Join a grassland safari or show off your favourite costume in our pollinator parade. Make your own pollinator-planter to create a buzz...ing outdoor space they’ll love (while quantities last). Drop-in. All ages. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Surrey Parks and Metro Vancouver Regional Parks.

Sunnyside Acres Open House May 31, 1-4pm Get a bird’s-eye view of the urban forest in a bucket truck. Meet grassroots volunteers who protect Surrey’s urban forest along with local naturalists, conservation and wildlife groups. Explore with a forest fairy, enjoy nature crafts, cookies, face painting, and more. Drop-in. All ages. Sunnyside Acres Urban Forest Park (Wally Ross Trail parking lot, north side of 24 Ave between 144 St and 148 St) Hosted by Sunnyside Acres Heritage Society and Surrey’s Natural Areas Partnership (SNAP). Nature Movie: How to Change the World May 31, 2-4pm Bring your blanket and a snack. Parents must stay with children who need supervision. Not rated. Running time: 1 hr 40 min. Drop-in. All ages. Semiahmoo Library (1815 152 St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries.

Celebrate the Day of the Honeybee with bee-themed activities, flower planting, and a beekeeping demo (4-4:30 pm). Drop-in. All ages. Honeybee Centre (7480 176 St) Hosted by the Honeybee Centre. Spring Exhibit Opening May 29, 6:30-8:30pm Visit the Museum of Surrey for special access to our Spring Exhibit. There will be speeches, local environmental vendors, refreshments, art activities, and more. All ages. Museum of Surrey (17710 56A Ave) Hosted by Museum of Surrey and Surrey’s Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP). Pre-register to museum@surrey.ca. Outdoor Nature Toddler Dance Party May 30, 10:30-11:30am Join us for music and movement at our butterfly themed toddler dance party. This program will move indoors in poor weather. Ages 1-4. Ocean Park Library (12854 17 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Pre-register by phone at 604-502-6304 or visit Ocean Park Library.

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JUNE

Craft Supply Swap June 1, 10:30am-12:30pm Declutter your craft room this spring! Drop off clean, reusable arts and crafts supplies to share with others and pick up some new materials on the day of the swap. Try a new craft, save money, and keep unused items out of the landfill. Drop-in. All ages. Clayton Library (7155 187A St) Hosted by Surrey Libraries. Heritage Gardens: A Sustainable Cemetery June 3, 10am-12pm Visit our eco-friendly green burial cemetery, where wildlife thrives and bees buzz around resident hives. Discover special spaces for bats and birds, stroll through protected flower gardens, and explore the beautiful natural conservation area that borders the Little Campbell River. Drop-in. All ages. Heritage Gardens Cemetery (19082 16 Ave) Hosted by White Rock and Surrey Naturalists. Craft Supply Swap June 3, 3-7pm Declutter your craft room this spring! Drop off clean, reusable arts and crafts supplies to share with others and pick up some new materials on the day of the swap. Try a new craft, save money, and keep unused items out of the landfill. Drop-in. All ages. Ocean Park Library (12854 17 Ave) Hosted by Surrey Libraries.

Planting for Pollinators June 4, 1-2pm

Hummingbird Banding June 6, 5:30-7:30pm Join the Vancouver Avian Research Centre to catch and band hummingbirds and other local bird species. Learn about their challenges and how banding can help. See hummingbirds up close and create chalk art inspired by the vibrant colors of these beautiful birds. Ages 13+. Surrey Nature Centre (14225 Green Timbers Way) Hosted by Surrey Parks, Vancouver Avian Research Centre and Our City. Pre-register at surrey.ca/extravaganza. Learn to Fish June 6, 6-8pm Learn the basics of freshwater fishing including hatchery roles, fish identification & biology, tackle, rod rigging, casting, and hands on fishing! All equipment is provided. Adult supervision/participation is required. Ages 5-15. Green Timbers Urban Forest Park (14600 100 Ave). Meet at the south end of Green Timbers Lake. Hosted by Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC. Pre-register at gofishbc.com/learn-to-fish.

Learn more about local pollinators such as birds, bees, and butterflies and how you can support them. Plant a pollinator-friendly planter for your outdoor space then enjoy a short, guided walk through the farm’s bee-garden, heirloom gardens and orchard around the farmhouse to observe pollinators hard at work. Ages 55+. Historic Stewart Farm (13723 Crescent Road). Meet at the Pole Barn. Hosted by Surrey Parks and Historic Stewart Farm. Pre-register at surrey.ca/extravaganza. Join us in caring for Surrey parks. Help remove invasive plants, clean up litter, and enhance habitat within the park. Tools and training provided. Bring water and wear appropriate clothing for the weather. Drop in at either 4:30pm or 5pm. All ages. Bolivar Park (13591 Crestview Dr) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Youth Invasive Removal June 6, 4:30-6:30pm Join other youth in caring for the urban forest by removing invasive plants from the park. No experience required. Tools and training provided. Open to Surrey Youth Stewardship Squad volunteers and youth aged 13-18. Bring your friends! Drop-in. Barry Mather Park (15039 92A Ave) Hosted by Surrey Parks. Nature Work Party June 5, 4:30-6:30pm

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