Park Programs
Connect with nature through a wide range of volunteer opportunities, programs and events throughout Surrey's parks.
Surrey's Youth Stewardship Squad (SYSS) volunteers at an invasive species removal event
Park Play volunteers
Volunteer removing invasive species, Himalayan blackberry, at a Nature Work Party
Surrey's Youth Stewardship Squad (SYSS) invasive removal event at TE Scott Park
Surrey's Youth Stewardship Squad (SYSS) volunteer at a tree planting event
Park clean up volunteers at Hawthorne Park
Park clean up volunteers at Fleetwood Park
Releaf planting event at Royal Kwantlen Park
Spring Break Volunteer Opportunities
From March 13 to 24, volunteer with us to help care for your local park!
Registration differs for events. Some events are open to drop in, but we recommend registering as a volunteer in order to log your volunteer hours.
| Date | Time | Event | Age | Location | Registration |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 13 | 12–2pm | Planting for Pollinators | All ages |
7155 187A St |
Register |
| March 14 | 10am–1pm | Garden Work Party | All ages |
1680 168 St |
Register |
| March 15 | 10:00am–12:30pm | Youth Tree Planting | 13–18 yrs |
Hazelnut Meadows Community Park 14069 68 Ave |
Register or Drop-in |
| March 16 | 10am–1pm | Garden Work Party | All ages |
457 172 St |
Register |
| March 17 | 10am–12pm | Youth Invasive Removal | 13–18 yrs |
8959 150 St |
Register |
| March 18 | 10am–12pm | Tree Planting | All ages |
Hazelnut Meadows Community Park 14069 68 Ave |
Drop-in |
| March 18 | 12:30–2:30pm | Nature Work Party | All ages |
15802 80 Ave |
Register or Drop-in |
| March 21 | 10am–12pm | Park Cleanup | 13–18 yrs |
13035 104 Ave |
Register or Drop-in |
| March 21 | 7–8pm |
SYSS Online Youth Night Everyday Stewardship |
13–18 yrs | Online | Register |
| March 22 | 10:00am–12:30pm | Youth Tree Planting | 13–18 yrs |
Hazelnut Meadows Community Park 14069 68 Ave |
Register or Drop-in |
| March 23 | 10:00am–12:30pm | Youth Park Cleanup & Invasive Removal | 13–18 yrs |
140 St & 86A Ave |
Register or Drop-in |
| March 24 | 10–11:30am | iNaturalist Nature Walk | 13–18 yrs |
Green Timbers Urban Forest Park 14600 block at 100 Ave |
Register |
Volunteering
Nature Work Parties (all ages)
Help care for Surrey's urban forest by removing invasive plants and litter from our parks at Nature Work Parties. Tools and training are provided. All ages are welcome! Volunteers twelve years old and under are welcome to attend with an adult.
Sign up to become a registered volunteer to gain volunteer hours or drop in. See upcoming dates and details.
Surrey Youth Stewardship Squad (ages 13–18)
Surrey Youth Stewardship Squad (SYSS) combines environmental stewardship and leadership in Surrey's unique urban forest. SYSS enhances our parks through hands-on restoration, education at community events, and other unique projects. Sign up to be a SYSS member or drop in to one of our upcoming events.
Urban Forestry Leader (ages 18 and up)
Urban Forestry Leaders lead other volunteers in hands-on park and tree stewardship projects, and host nature activities at environmental events around Surrey. Find out more about the application process to become an Urban Forestry Leader.
Garden Work Parties
Join us at Garden Work Parties to help care for and maintain Surrey's beautiful feature gardens. Assist head gardeners with light to moderate horticultural work. No experience is required—tools and training are provided. Sign up to volunteer.
Programs
Releaf (all ages)
Each spring and fall, join us to plant native trees and shrubs to help grow Surrey's urban forest!
For more information and future event dates, visit this page or follow us on social media and subscribe to our various newsletters.
School Programs
Connect your students with your local parks with new resources to help you take your learning outdoors in every season. Learn about parks school programs.
Surrey Nature Centre
The Surrey Nature Centre offers a variety of programs for all ages including walks, talks and story time.
Environmental Extravaganza
Explore and learn about Surrey's natural environment during the Environmental Extravaganza held each year from April to June.
Park Play
Park Play runs annually in July and August and offers a variety of self-directed park activities and staff-led group games for you and your family to enjoy! Park Play has provided free activities to children and youth in Surrey’s Parks since 2006.
Student Employment Opportunities
Interested in working in parks? Please check career opportunities in December/January for summer opportunities for post-secondary students. Environmental youth opportunities can also be found with Surrey's Natural Areas Partnership (SNAP) and the Salmon Habitat Restoration Program (SHaRP).