| Reuse Days | Reuse Days | <div class="ExternalClass5D243AFD3D9B4E1A9208D093BAB60841"><p>Urban Repurpose will be at the <a href="/services/solid-waste/north-shore-recycling-and-waste-centre" title="North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre">North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre</a> on Fridays and Saturdays this summer, collecting donations of reusable materials. Their experts will assess items to make sure they are suitable for reuse, so residents can donate with confidence. This program offers a convenient way for residents to drop off donations at the same time and location as their recycling.</p><p>Visit the <a href="https://www.urbanrepurpose.ca/donate" target="_blank" title="Urban Repurpose website">Urban Repurpose website</a> to see what’s accepted.<br></p></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2622 | North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre in the free recycling area | 6/27/2025 4:00:00 PM | 6/27/2025 10:00:00 PM | | |
| Reuse Days | Reuse Days | <div class="ExternalClassC12B88F6C0C547F6AADCE01868852D7C"><p>Urban Repurpose will be at the
<a href="/services/solid-waste/north-shore-recycling-and-waste-centre" title="North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre">North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre</a> on Fridays and Saturdays this summer, collecting donations of reusable materials. Their experts will assess items to make sure they are suitable for reuse, so residents can donate with confidence. This program offers a convenient way for residents to drop off donations at the same time and location as their recycling.</p><p>Visit the
<a href="https://www.urbanrepurpose.ca/donate" target="_blank" title="Urban Repurpose website">Urban Repurpose website</a> to see what’s accepted.<br></p></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2623 | North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre in the free recycling area | 6/28/2025 4:00:00 PM | 6/28/2025 10:00:00 PM | | |
| Pollinator Palooza | Pollinator Palooza | <div class="ExternalClass1E8824A0FE124C33B19ABE43C39B8750"><p>Pollinators love to mingle so help us and the City of Surrey celebrate the vital role of birds, bees, and butterflies in our survival. Join a grassland safari or show off your favourite costume in our pollinator parade. Make your own pollinator planter to create a <em>buzz</em>ing outdoor space they'll love (while quantities last).<br></p><table cellspacing="0" width="100%" class="ms-rteTable-default"><tbody><tr><td class="ms-rteTable-default" style="width:100%;">Sat, June 28, 1 – 3 pm All ages<br>SURREY NATURE CENTRE, City of Surrey<br>Park at 14225 Green Timbers Way, Surrey<br></td></tr></tbody></table><br><br>Presented with City of Surrey, Surrey Parks <br>Free<br>Drop by anytime<br></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2521 | | 6/28/2025 8:00:00 PM | 6/28/2025 10:00:00 PM | Campbell Valley Regional Park | |
| Reuse Days | Reuse Days | <div class="ExternalClassF4FD904EEDF14B99B4DD04C29EB0DA3B"><p>Urban Repurpose will be at the <a href="/services/solid-waste/north-shore-recycling-and-waste-centre" title="North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre">North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre</a> on Fridays and Saturdays this summer, collecting donations of reusable materials. Their experts will assess items to make sure they are suitable for reuse, so residents can donate with confidence. This program offers a convenient way for residents to drop off donations at the same time and location as their recycling.</p><p>Visit the <a href="https://www.urbanrepurpose.ca/donate" target="_blank" title="Urban Repurpose website">Urban Repurpose website</a> to see what’s accepted.<br></p></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2624 | North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre in the free recycling area | 7/4/2025 4:00:00 PM | 7/4/2025 10:00:00 PM | | |
| Mysterious Bats | Mysterious Bats | <div class="ExternalClass3AD91F1A84FC40A59C3818EC6651EECF"><p>What animal flies at speeds up to 90 km/h and finds its food in total darkness? Discover the fascinating bat species that live at the park, listen for their calls with bat detectors, and learn some simple ways we can help against the threats they face.</p><div>Ages 19+</div><div>Registration required</div><div>$15 per adult, $11.25 per adult 65+<br></div></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2597 | | 7/5/2025 3:30:00 AM | 7/5/2025 5:00:00 AM | Deas Island Regional Park | |
| Going Batty | Going Batty | <div class="ExternalClass9CA71530239F49ECABE8F4230B4FBE00"><p>Help our batty neighbours through a community science project to count our growing bat colony. Discover how to find these silent night flyers with detectors, record who they are, and chat with a park interpreter about bat survival.</p><p>Register for all four programs and get one free. After you participate in your fourth program, we will issue you a refund for one program.</p><p>Ages 8+</p><p>Registration required</p><div>$5 per adult, $3.75 per adult 65+, $2.50 per child/youth</div></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2586 | | 7/5/2025 4:00:00 AM | 7/5/2025 5:00:00 AM | Campbell Valley Regional Park | |
| Cancelled - Lynn Loop Nature Hike | Cancelled - Lynn Loop Nature Hike | <div class="ExternalClassF7EC82B376064B64A7580C1D063DDEC8"><p>Learn some of the secrets of the temperate rainforest. This 5.2 km hike travels through a scenic section of forest before heading downhill to Lynn Creek.</p><div>One steep section</div><div><br></div><div>Ages 19+</div><div>Registration required</div><div>$15 per adult, $11.25 per adult 65+<br></div></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2594 | | 7/5/2025 3:30:00 PM | 7/5/2025 7:30:00 PM | Lynn Headwaters Regional Park | |
| Reuse Days | Reuse Days | <div class="ExternalClass1357EED9D43F42609BF7E28ACFCB4241"><p>Urban Repurpose will be at the <a href="/services/solid-waste/north-shore-recycling-and-waste-centre" title="North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre">North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre</a> on Fridays and Saturdays this summer, collecting donations of reusable materials. Their experts will assess items to make sure they are suitable for reuse, so residents can donate with confidence. This program offers a convenient way for residents to drop off donations at the same time and location as their recycling.</p><p>Visit the <a href="https://www.urbanrepurpose.ca/donate" target="_blank" title="Urban Repurpose website">Urban Repurpose website</a> to see what’s accepted.<br></p></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2625 | North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre in the free recycling area | 7/5/2025 4:00:00 PM | 7/5/2025 10:00:00 PM | | |
| Dragonflies Revealed | Dragonflies Revealed | <div class="ExternalClassBC9F4669CBAF42D9A2EF34BA91CA9A3D"><div>Ponds are prime hunting grounds for these skilled predators. Scoop up fierce young dragonflies, spot agile adults on patrol, and discover their sharp jaws, jet propulsion, and 360-degree vision — adaptations that amaze.</div><div><br></div><div>Ages 8+</div><div>Registration required</div><div>$10 per adult, $7.50 per adult 65+, $5 per child/youth<br></div></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2581 | | 7/5/2025 5:00:00 PM | 7/5/2025 7:00:00 PM | Aldergrove Regional Park | |
| Escape the Nature House Ghost | Escape the Nature House Ghost | <div class="ExternalClassB032692935524115BF8CF22552C8FF56"><div>A mysterious presence is haunting the nature house. Test your puzzle-solving skills as you race against time to figure out the ghost's identity.</div><div>Allow 45 minutes to solve the mystery.</div><div>Activities designed for ages 10+</div><div>Free</div><div>Registration required (register as a group of up to 6 people for a designated entry time)</div><div><br></div><div>Ages 8-12</div><div>Registration required</div><div>$60 per child for the week<br></div></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2582 | | 7/5/2025 5:00:00 PM | 7/5/2025 8:00:00 PM | Campbell Valley Regional Park | |
| Gem of a Park | Gem of a Park | <div class="ExternalClassAAD6F6AB4438445F8C7391ED996F7C68"><div>Be one of the first to discover a new gem in our regional parks system.</div><div>Come on this guided hike along beautiful forested trails to find out what makes this place so special.<br></div><div><br></div><div>Ages 8+</div><div>Registration required</div><div>$10 per adult, $7.50 per adult 65+, $5 per child/youth<br></div></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2585 | | 7/5/2025 9:00:00 PM | 7/5/2025 11:00:00 PM | South Langley Regional Park | |
| Piper Spit Bird Count | Piper Spit Bird Count | <div class="ExternalClassBAE1CFEB3C58470A8B65302F66203A7A"><p>Whether you’re just getting to know the birds in your backyard or are on the lookout for rarities, grab your binoculars and join a park interpreter to watch the seasonal changes of birds at Burnaby Lake.</p><div>Ages 15+</div><div>Registration required</div><div>Free<br></div></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2605 | | 7/8/2025 4:00:00 PM | 7/8/2025 6:00:00 PM | Burnaby Lake Regional Park | |
| Reuse Days | Reuse Days | <div class="ExternalClass3971A0D202A843E198A70D42A36877AB"><p>Urban Repurpose will be at the <a href="/services/solid-waste/north-shore-recycling-and-waste-centre" title="North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre">North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre</a> on Fridays and Saturdays this summer, collecting donations of reusable materials. Their experts will assess items to make sure they are suitable for reuse, so residents can donate with confidence. This program offers a convenient way for residents to drop off donations at the same time and location as their recycling.</p><p>Visit the <a href="https://www.urbanrepurpose.ca/donate" target="_blank" title="Urban Repurpose website">Urban Repurpose website</a> to see what’s accepted.<br></p></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2626 | North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre in the free recycling area | 7/11/2025 4:00:00 PM | 7/11/2025 10:00:00 PM | | |
| Toads & Turtles | Toads & Turtles | <div class="ExternalClassB5EB3F2CCAF74BC3B309821D95BD3E80"><p></p><div>In the water and on land, amphibians and reptiles love to call this park home. Search for two unique residents: the western painted turtle and western toad.</div><div><br></div><div>$15 per adult, $11.25 per adult 65+, </div><div>$7.50 per child/youth</div><div>Registration required<br></div></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2618 | | 7/12/2025 1:30:00 AM | 7/12/2025 4:00:00 AM | Minnekhada Regional Park | |
| Going Batty | Going Batty | <div class="ExternalClassE9CD03ECCD574C30BB5ABEFD07F66D99"><p>Help our batty neighbours through a community science project to count our growing bat colony. Discover how to find these silent night flyers with detectors, record who they are, and chat with a park interpreter about bat survival.</p><p>Register for all four programs and get one free. After you participate in your fourth program, we will issue you a refund for one program.</p><p>Ages 8+</p><div>Registration required</div><div>$5 per adult, $3.75 per adult 65+, $2.50 per child/youth</div></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2587 | | 7/12/2025 3:45:00 AM | 7/12/2025 4:45:00 AM | Campbell Valley Regional Park | |
| Reuse Days | Reuse Days | <div class="ExternalClassF6D3FB751D0947F48436995F2A31F41E"><p>Urban Repurpose will be at the <a href="/services/solid-waste/north-shore-recycling-and-waste-centre" title="North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre">North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre</a> on Fridays and Saturdays this summer, collecting donations of reusable materials. Their experts will assess items to make sure they are suitable for reuse, so residents can donate with confidence. This program offers a convenient way for residents to drop off donations at the same time and location as their recycling.</p><p>Visit the <a href="https://www.urbanrepurpose.ca/donate" target="_blank" title="Urban Repurpose website">Urban Repurpose website</a> to see what’s accepted.<br></p></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2627 | North Shore Recycling and Waste Centre in the free recycling area | 7/12/2025 4:00:00 PM | 7/12/2025 10:00:00 PM | | |
| Spider Superpowers | Spider Superpowers | <div class="ExternalClass0D1EA3B9A56D487EB1B8631ABFBC2499"><p>Spiders can walk up walls, jump up to 50 times their body length, and spin silk stronger than steel. Search for these amazing animals and observe them up close.</p><div>Ages 8+</div><div>Registration required</div><div>$11 per adult, $8.25 per adult 65+, $5.50 per child/youth<br></div></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2615 | | 7/12/2025 4:00:00 PM | 7/12/2025 5:30:00 PM | Iona Beach Regional Park | |
| Nature Sketching for Beginners | Nature Sketching for Beginners | <div class="ExternalClassA07F173F78BF4505BE7BFBDCF199C7B5"><p>Unlock a world of wonder by slowing down and noticing nature’s hidden beauty. Start indoors with a demo by author and science illustrator Vicky Earle, then head outside for a walk to observe and capture details most overlook. No art experience needed – just curiosity!</p><div>Ages 16+</div><div>Registration required</div><div>$25 per adult, $18.75 per adult 65+, $12.50 per youth<br></div></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2604 | | 7/12/2025 5:00:00 PM | 7/12/2025 7:00:00 PM | Campbell Valley Regional Park | |
| Spider Superpowers | Spider Superpowers | <div class="ExternalClassE9B50BF151144702AB3B250A3B02D1AC"><div>Spiders can walk up walls, jump up to 50 times their body length, and spin silk stronger than steel. Search for these amazing animals and observe them up close.</div><div><br></div><div>Ages 8+</div><div>Registration required</div><div>$11 per adult, $8.25 per adult 65+, $5.50 per child/youth<br></div></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2616 | | 7/12/2025 6:00:00 PM | 7/12/2025 7:30:00 PM | Iona Beach Regional Park | |
| Mysterious Bats | Mysterious Bats | <div class="ExternalClassB77BE93D991A4F6D85BEBC8E7F261E45"><p>What animal flies at speeds up to 90 km/h and finds its food in total darkness? Discover the fascinating bat species that live at the park, listen for their calls with bat detectors, and learn some simple ways we can help against the threats they face.</p><div>Ages 19+</div><div>Registration required</div><div>$15 per adult, $11.25 per adult 65+<br></div></div> | | https://metrovancouver.org/events/Event/2598 | | 7/13/2025 3:30:00 AM | 7/13/2025 5:00:00 AM | Deas Island Regional Park | |