Check out free nature programs and events happening throughout Surrey
Date/Time: May 11 2016, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm
Surrey, Green Timbers Urban Forest Park (at the lake)Age: ages
Cost: Free
Check out the fourth week of Surrey's 19th Annual Environmental Extravaganza! This series of free programs and events is happening April 16 - June 8, 2016. There's something for everyone, so come join us!
The complete Extravaganza Event Guide is available now! Pick up a hardcopy (now in booklet form) at the Surrey Nature Centre, your local Surrey Library or Recreation Centre, or any Extravaganza event.
Please note: event hosts reserve the right to limit group registration sizes.
Week 4: May 7 - 13
Wed, May 11
6 - 8pm
Learn to Fish
In this two hour session kids (ages 5-15) will learn the basics of freshwater fishing with an hour of instruction and an hour of hands-on fishing. All equipment provided. Rain or shine. Pre-registration required; call 604-502-6065.
Location: Green Timbers Urban Forest Park (at the lake); 100 Ave between 140 St and 148 St
Hosted by: Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC
Wed, May 11
7 - 9pm
Speaker Series: Exploring Coastal Challenges and Climate Change
Join us as we discuss the impacts of climate change and sea level rise on the shoreline habitats of Boundary Bay. Each Wednesday evening seminar will include a speaker and time for questions. For venue and speaker details, visit www.birdsonthebay.ca.
Hosted by: Friends of Semiahmoo Bay Society
Thu, May 12
5 - 6:30pm
Outdoor Treasure Hunt
Experience an outdoor treasure hunt like no other! Geocaching participants navigate to specific GPS coordinates and attempt to find the cache hidden at that location. After your treasure hunt, visit the Partners in Parks booth for prizes and refreshments! Pre-registration required; call 604-501-5100 and quote #4459789.
Location: Hawthorne Park; 10513 - 144 St
Hosted by: City of Surrey - Park Partnerships
Thu, May 12
7 - 8:30pm
Owl Prowl
Come have a hoot! A guest from the OWL Rehabilitation Society will introduce live owls and lead a guided walk into the park to search for these feathered wonders. Ages 5+. Pre-registration required; call 604-502-6065.
Location: Surrey Nature Centre; 14225 Green Timbers Way
Hosted by: City of Surrey - Urban Forestry
Fri, May 13
11:30am - 1:30pm
Living Streets
Share your opinions, concerns, and compliments regarding Surrey’s streets, pathways, parks, and public spaces. Afterwards, enjoy a walk where you can talk and learn with your fellow residents. Pre-registration appreciated; e-mail sinead.stinson@best.bc.ca.
Location: Newton Library; 13795 - 70 Ave
Hosted by: Better Environmentally Sound Transportation (BEST)
Fri, May 13
6:30 - 9:30pm
First Nations Sweat Lodge Ceremony
The Sweat Lodge is a First Peoples’ ceremony used to connect with and honour the Earth. This ceremony takes place in North Surrey and lasts 2-3 hours. Participants will be exposed to heat, steam and smoke and should be physically fit. Pre-registration required (spaces are limited); e-mail infor@villagesurrey.ca or call 778-988-3549.
Location: Cwenengitel Aboriginal Society
Hosted by: Village Surrey Transition Initiative and Cwenengitel Aboriginal Society
Once Upon an Acorn Story Times
Drop in to your neighbourhood Surrey Library branch for a fun story time celebrating nature! These programs will enrich your child’s imagination, foster their curiosity about the natural world, and help build their life-long love of reading!
Ocean Park Library; 12854 - 17 Ave
Mon, May 9 | 10 - 10:30am - all ages, *tickets required
*Free tickets available from the front desk on day of program - pick up early to avoid disappointment!
Fleetwood Library; 15996 - 84 Ave
Fri, May 13 | 10 - 10:30am - all ages, drop in
Fri, May 13 | 11:30am - 12pm - all ages, drop in
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