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604.501.5100   SPRING 2017
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.
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 8:30am-4:30pm
Saturday 9:00am-4:30pm
For more information: 604-502-6065
Nature Play
Drop-in for some forest fun!
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
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
call this place home.
Surrey Nature Centre All Ages
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.
For information on artificial turf fields, field closures and all other
matters con
Visit us at
Artificial Turf Fields
There are 14 artificial turf fields in the City of Surrey located at:
Field/Ball Diamonds
Deadline for booking requests is:
Fall/Winter
Sports fields June 1
Spring/Summer
Track facilities November 1
Ball diamonds, lacrosse boxes
cricket pitches December 15
Sports fields (soccer,
field hockey, football) 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 leagu ation,
email to or call
604-501-5174.
urrey 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
accommodat
Please email or
call 604-501-5174 to book these fields.
PARK FIELD ADDRESS SPORT PLAYED
Cloverdale Athletic Park Field 1 16900 64 Avenue football, soccer, field hockey
Cloverdale Athletic Park Field 3 16900 64 Avenue. soccer, field hockey
Hjorth Road Park Field 1 10200 block 146 Street soccer, field lacrosse
Hjorth Road Park Field 2 10200 block 146 Street soccer, field hockey
Newton Athletic Park Field 1 7400 128 Street soccer
Newton Athletic Park Field 2 7400 128 Street soccer
Newton Athletic Park Field 3 7400 128 Street soccer
Newton Athletic Park Field 4 7400 128 Street
soccer, field hockey, field
lacrosse
South Surrey Athletic Park Field 3 1925 148 Street soccer, football, baseball
South Surrey Athletic Park Field 9 2300 148 Street soccer
South Surrey Athletic Park Field 10 2300 148 Street soccer, field hockey
Tamanawis Park Field 1 12500 64 Avenue field hockey, soccer practice
Tamanawis Park Field 2 12500 64 Avenue field hockey, soccer practice
Tom Binnie Park Field 1 10600 City Parkway soccer, field lacrosse
Once all league and club bookings on artificial turf fields have been allocated, all
sidered on a on a first-come, first-served basis. Please email
or call 604-501-5174 to book these fields.
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.
BOSE PARK
DISCOVERY 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.
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
of 90 Ave and 164 St.
GODWIN FARM
DISCOVERY 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.
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