Spring into Action: Upcoming Nature & Community Events in White Rock & Crescent Beach

As the weather gets warmer, there's no better time to reconnect with nature and your community. Whether you're passionate about native plants, shoreline cleanups, birdwatching, or learning something new, there’s something for everyone this spring. Mark your calendars and come join us!

Volunteers Needed: Support Our Educational Programs

We have relaunched our educational programs and are seeking enthusiastic volunteers to help with our educational outreach! If you're passionate about environmental education and want to make a difference in your community, please email us at education@birdsonthebay.ca to get involved!

• Field Trip Support: We need volunteers to lead or assist with by-donation field trips for local elementary and high school students. Right now, we’re running the Marine Beach Hero Program, which takes place on local beaches—usually Crescent Beach in the City of Surrey or White Rock Beach in the City of White Rock. An orientation session will be held in late April. Please note that field trips happen on weekdays between 9:00 am and 3:00 pm to fit school schedules.

• Resource Kit Delivery: We’re also looking for volunteers to deliver resource kits to participating schools. Each volunteer will be given a delivery form to be signed by the receiving teacher.

Monthly Native Plant Garden Work Parties

Apr 24, May 29, June 26, July 24, Aug 28, Sept 25, Oct 30

8:30 am | Garden west of the White Rock Museum, 14970 Marine Drive

Roll up your sleeves and help care for White Rock’s beautiful native plant garden. These friendly work parties support local biodiversity. Everyone welcome—bring your own gloves and tools. Work usually wraps up before pay parking begins.

Shoreline Cleanup – Blackie Spit

Sunday, April 27

10:00 am – 12:00 noon | Blackie Spit, Surrey (1m tide)

Join us for a shoreline cleanup to protect our local marine ecosystems. Bring water, gloves, and dress for the weather.

Register: Sharon at mshiker4@gmail.com

World Migratory Bird Day Celebration

Saturday, May 10

7:00 am – Bird Walks | 9:00 am – 3:00 pm Activities | Blackie Spit, Crescent Beach (1.4m tide)

Celebrate birds in the Key Biodiversity Area with early morning bird walks and daytime family-friendly crafts, activities, and talks. Bring binoculars, water, snacks, and dress for the weather.

Register: Marg at blueheron@birdsonthebay.ca

West Beach Shoreline Cleanup

Saturday, May 17

1:30 – 3:30 pm | Beside the boat ramp, West Beach, White RockHelp clean up West Beach! We’ll provide tools, refreshments, and informative brochures. Bring water, gloves, and dress for the weather.

Register: Sharon at mshiker4@gmail.com

Forage Fish Spawn Habitat Survey Workshop

Saturday, May 24

Time TBD | Crescent Beach

Learn how to identify and survey forage fish spawning habitats in this hands-on workshop.

Register: Diane at drepwatson@gmail.com

Celebrate Coastal Native Plants

Thursday, May 29

9:00 – 11:00 am | Native Plant Garden west of WR Museum, 14970 Marine Drive

Drop in to learn about native plants that help control erosion, filter stormwater, and support pollinators, birds, and people.

Interpreted Beach Walk

Thursday, May 29

9:00 – 11:00 am | Meet at West Beach boat ramp, Marine Drive (opposite High St)

Take a guided walk to learn about coastal ecosystems. Dress for the weather and wear comfortable beach shoes.

Register: Sharon at mshiker4@gmail.com

Sunnyside Urban Forest Open House

Saturday, May 31

Time & Location TBD

FoSBS will be attending this community event—come explore the urban forest and discover how to get involved in local conservation.