February 2013 Sunrise Monthly Newsletter - City of Surrey
February 2013 Sunrise Monthly Newsletter - City of Surrey
February 2013 Sunrise Monthly Newsletter - City of Surrey
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<strong>Surrey</strong> Nature Centre<br />
14225 - Green Timbers Way, <strong>Surrey</strong>, BC | www.surrey.ca/naturecentre | 604-502-6065<br />
The <strong>Surrey</strong> Nature Centre welcomes park<br />
visitors in every season to stroll down<br />
nature trails, explore the trees <strong>of</strong> the<br />
arboretum, climb the giant berm and play<br />
in the Pole Forest<br />
Facility Rental<br />
Have your next meeting or<br />
gathering surrounded by nature<br />
with forested trails and our historic<br />
arboretum! There are three large<br />
meeting rooms available, kitchen<br />
facilities, rates vary per room.<br />
Drop in Activities<br />
Get involved in fun, free, nature<br />
activities for individuals, small<br />
groups or families. Stop by our<br />
newly renovated building and pick up<br />
materials to explore the wonders <strong>of</strong><br />
the outdoors! Drop in activities are<br />
<strong>of</strong>fered Monday through Friday during<br />
opening hours.<br />
Special Events<br />
GardenFest<br />
Saturday, May 11th<br />
9:00am - 3:00pm<br />
Celebrate spring and get ready for<br />
gardening season! Get ideas for your<br />
outdoor space with various workshops;<br />
Contact us for information and to<br />
register. Rain or shine.<br />
Insect-O-Rama<br />
Wednesday May 15 &<br />
Wednesday May 29<br />
6:00pm – 7:30pm | Ages 5-12<br />
Registration required<br />
Wiggly, slippery, fuzzy or shiny - how<br />
do insects look and feel to you? Learn<br />
about the little creatures that call Green<br />
Timbers Park home and see some<br />
amazing insects up close. Take home a<br />
fun “bug” craft too! Rain or shine.<br />
DISCOVERY BACKPACKS<br />
Choose your backpack and head out for<br />
an adventure! Each backpack contains<br />
nature activities on themes ranging<br />
from bird watching to terrific trees.<br />
Backpacks are designed to be enjoyed<br />
throughout the groups <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Surrey</strong><br />
nature Centre. Rentals are limited to<br />
two hours.<br />
Learn to Fish<br />
Suggested donation <strong>of</strong> $5/youth<br />
Registration required | Ages 5-15<br />
Parent supervision is mandatory<br />
Join the Freshwater Fisheries Society<br />
<strong>of</strong> B.C. for a hands-on, educational<br />
program and learn about fish<br />
habitat and conservation, as well<br />
as where, when and how to catch<br />
fish! Equipment is provided and each<br />
session includes time to fish on the<br />
lake. Programs run on the Wednesdays<br />
listed. Registration required, please<br />
call the <strong>Surrey</strong> Nature Centre at<br />
604.502.6065.<br />
Wednesday, May 8,<br />
6:00pm-8:00pm<br />
Wednesday, May 22, 6:00pm-8:00pm<br />
Wednesday, June 5,<br />
6:00pm-8:00pm<br />
Wednesday, June 12, 6:00pm-8:00pm<br />
Wednesday, June 19, 6:00pm-8:00pm<br />
Wednesday, June 26, 6:00pm-8:00pm<br />
Green Timbers Urban Forest Lake. Parking lot<br />
is located in the 14600 block <strong>of</strong> 100 Avenue<br />
www.g<strong>of</strong>ishbc.com<br />
FISHING ROD LOAN<br />
Borrow a rod, reel and tackle box and<br />
journey over to Green Timbers Lake<br />
or your favourite fishin’ hole to try<br />
your and at fishing. A fishing license is<br />
required for anglers 16 years and older.<br />
Rentals limited to one week.<br />
Birthday<br />
Parties<br />
4-12 yrs<br />
$122.75 for up to 12 children<br />
$180.25 for up to 24 children<br />
Enjoy a nature-themed birthday<br />
party and have fun in the forest!<br />
All parties include:<br />
• Nature games in the forest<br />
(weather permitting) or indoors<br />
• Party leader<br />
• Party room for 2 hours<br />
Choose your theme from “Animals<br />
<strong>of</strong> the Forest”, “Bird Adventures”,<br />
“Bugs & Butterflies Galore” and<br />
“Nature Discovery”<br />
Please book your party a minimum<br />
<strong>of</strong> two weeks in advance.<br />
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