Surrey Nature Centre
Nestled beside Green Timbers Urban Forest, the Surrey Nature Centre is a place for kids and adults to explore nature in Surrey. To add to your fun, pick up an activity backpack or fishing rod from the front desk.
The Surrey Nature Centre is closed on Mondays until March 18; at this time parking registration is not required for park use on Mondays.
Address
14225 Green Timbers Way
Surrey, BC V3T 0J2
Hours
Tuesday–Friday
8:30am–4:00pm
Saturday
9:00am–4:00pm
Closed Sundays, Mondays, and statutory holidays
Interpretive space
Uncover how animals cope with the cold in the Nature Centre's winter exhibit. There are dedicated sections on adaptation, migrations and hibernation - test your knowledge and play our Winter Jeopardy, learn which birds win the migration awards, and touch local mammal fur (synthetic).
Early years programs
Are you looking for an outdoor program for you preschool-aged child? Or, a program that you and your child can attend together to explore nature? If so, then we have the outdoor programs for you! Check out our programs for 1-5 year olds (caregiver-participation required) and our child-only program for 3-5 year olds.
Are you wanting to bring your preschool class on a fieldtrip? Our Nature Wonders program is back!
Guided nature walks
Join a Surrey Nature Centre team member for an in-person, guided nature walk. Walks are designed for all ages and will go rain or shine. Register online.
10:00–10:45am
- January 24
- February 10 and 21
- March 9 and 20
Nature exploration for groups
Bring your group for a guided walk or program (all ages and children programs available) to deepen their connection to nature and Green Timbers Park. Walks can be tailored to your group's interests and badges ($2 each) can be added to the programs.
Pro-D Day camps
Are you looking for a camp for your child (aged 6-9) during Pro-D days this school year? We have camps happening on most of the Surrey district-wide Pro- D days for the 2023-2024 school year, including February 23 with some spots still available.
School programs & teacher activity kits
Complement your classroom teaching by scheduling an in-person school program ($111.55/session) or by borrowing one of our teacher activity kits complete with materials, games and lesson ideas ($30.90/two week rental).
Story time
10:00–10:45am
Join us for an outdoor story followed by a nature-inspired activity. Story time takes place outside (rain or shine); children must be accompanied by an adult. Register online.
- January 27
- February 14 and 24
- March 13 and 23