COSSpring2017RecreationGuide
Parks
14225 Green Timbers Way Come explore and learn about nature in the city! We offer preschool and elementary school field trip programs, teachers Pro-D workshops, birthday parties, programs for Guides and Scouts, free fishing rod loans, children’s day camps, and more.
Nature Play Drop-in for some forest fun!
Nature Walks Drop-in on Saturday afternoons for weekly drop-in nature walks. Visit often to experience the seasonal changes along the trails and get to know the wildlife that
Our leader will engage children in outdoor play with nature arts and exploration, storytelling, games, and best of all, child-led free play. Parent participation required. Surrey Nature Centre 3-5yrs Saturdays 9:30am-11:00am
Visit the Sky Room where you can stay, play and learn at your own pace! You’ll find a variety of books and field guides, puppets, natural materials and opportunities for hands-on exploration. Great for all ages.
Hours of Operation Tuesday-Friday
call this place home. Surrey Nature Centre
8:30am-4:30pm
All Ages
Saturday 9:00am-4:30pm For more information: 604-502-6065 www.surrey.ca/naturecentre
Saturdays
2:00pm-3:00pm
Exploring SURREY’S PARKS! Nature Walks Drop-in and join us for nature walks throughout Surrey this spring. Search for signs of wildlife, discover art in nature, meet two of Surrey’s newest parks, and more! Dress for the weather; walks will go rain or shine. Call 604-502-6065 for more information.
Birding Walks Drop-in and join a local
naturalist on a series of free monthly walks to discover Surrey’s birds. Become familiar with many bird species and their habitats, improve your identification skills, and get to know your local park. Dress for the weather and bring a pair of binoculars and a field guide if you have them (we will also have some extras to borrow). Call 604-502-6065 for information. REDWOOD PARK Saturday, April 22 9am–11am 17900 20 Avenue SURREY LAKE PARK Saturday, May 20 9am–11am 7500 152 Street
MEET THE TREES OF REDWOOD PARK 10yrs+ Wednesday, April 26 10-11:30am Redwood Park 17900 20 Ave Immerse yourself in the sights, smells, and sounds of spring on a guided tour of this forested park. Meet some of Surrey’s most exotic trees in the arboretum and learn about the legacy left by a family of early pioneers. Meet in the parking lot, under the large tree. BOSE PARK DISCOVERY - FOR KIDS! 5yrs+ Saturday, May 13 10am-11am Bose Forest Park 62 Ave & 164 St Get to know one of Surrey’s newest parks with lots of hands-on activities. Along the way, search for hidden habitats and cross boardwalks over a cool swamp! Meet in the parking lot. 10yrs+ Saturday, May 13 2pm-3:30pm Bose Forest Park 62 Ave & 164 St Get to know one of Surrey’s newest parks! Explore boardwalks and forest paths while learning about some of the park’s most magnificent habitats and trees. Meet in the parking lot. BOSE PARK DISCOVERY
PLANTS OF HAWTHORNE PARK 10yrs+ Wednesday, May 24 10-11:30am Hawthorne Park 10513 144 St Discover some of the fascinating ways that plants have been used by people in this hands-on park tour! Meet in the parking lot, next to the salamander statue. BEAR CREEK WILDLIFE WALK 10yrs+ Wednesday, June 7 10am-11:30am Bear Creek Park 13750 88 Ave Search for signs of wildlife in this park’s diverse meadow, forest, and creek habitats. Look for the eagle nest, learn about wildlife trees, and take a peek in the creek - who will you see? Meet at the south edge of the parking lot, in front of the water park.
GODWIN FARM DISCOVERY - FOR KIDS! Saturday, June 10 10am-11am Godwin Farm Biodiversity Preserve 9016 164 St 5yrs+ Get to know one of Surrey’s newest parks with lots of hands-on activities. Meet at the park entrance at the corner 10yrs+ Saturday, June 10 2pm-3:30pm Godwin Farm Biodiversity Preserve 9016 164 St Get to know one of Surrey’s newest parks! Check out the tasting orchard and explore the park’s meadow, pond, and forest habitats. Meet at the park entrance at the corner of 90 Ave and 164 St. of 90 Ave and 164 St. GODWIN FARM DISCOVERY
Artificial Turf Fields There are 14 artificial turf fields in the City of Surrey located at:
Sports Field & Ball Diamond BOOKINGS & INFORMATION
SPORT PLAYED
FIELD ADDRESS
PARK
football, soccer, field hockey
16900 64 Avenue
Field 1
Cloverdale Athletic Park Cloverdale Athletic Park
soccer, field hockey
16900 64 Avenue.
Field 3
soccer, field lacrosse soccer, field hockey
10200 block 146 Street 10200 block 146 Street
Surrey Schools Gym & Field Bookings Surrey school gyms and outdoor sports fields are allocated through the school district office. Call 604-595-6084 for booking information. Sportsfield Closures Most fall/winter natural grass sports fields are closed upon completion of the fall/winter sports season in April. These fields then begin their renovation period until the late summer. Any team playing on a closed field risks a fine and suspension. There are designated spring/summer grass fields and 14 artificial turf fields that are able to accommodate spring/summer play. Please email bookafield@surrey.ca or call 604-501-5174 to book these fields.
Field 1 Field 2 Field 1 Field 2
Hjorth Road Park Hjorth Road Park
Field/Ball Diamonds Deadline for booking requests is : Fall/Winter Sports fields
soccer soccer soccer
7400 128 Street 7400 128 Street 7400 128 Street
Newton Athletic Park Newton Athletic Park Newton Athletic Park
Field 3
June 1
soccer, field hockey, field lacrosse soccer, football, baseball
7400 128 Street 1925 148 Street 2300 148 Street 2300 148 Street 12500 64 Avenue 12500 64 Avenue 10600 City Parkway
Field 4
Newton Athletic Park
Spring/Summer Track facilities
November 1
South Surrey Athletic Park Field 3 South Surrey Athletic Park Field 9 South Surrey Athletic Park Field 10
soccer
soccer, field hockey
Ball diamonds, lacrosse boxes cricket pitches
December 15
field hockey, soccer practice field hockey, soccer practice
Field 1 Field 2 Field 1
Tamanawis Park Tamanawis Park Tom Binnie Park
Sports fields (soccer, field hockey, football)
soccer, field lacrosse
January 15
Requests submitted after these dates are treated on a first-come, first-served basis. Any teams belonging to a club or league in Surrey must apply through their club or league. For additional information, email to bookafield@surrey.ca or call 604-501-5174.
For information on artificial turf fields, field closures and all other matters concerning outdoor sports facilities. Visit us at www.surrey.ca/culture-recreation/Outdoor.aspx Once all league and club bookings on artificial turf fields have been allocated, all other requests are considered on a on a first-come, first-served basis. Please email bookafield@surrey.ca or call 604-501-5174 to book these fields.
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