More than 100 residents celebrated the start of the Releaf tree planting program on Wednesday, April 10 at Bell Estates Park. Members of the 9th, 10th, and 17th SurDel Scouts, as well as of the 21st South Surrey Scouts, joined local residents and city staff to plant 20 shade trees in this family oriented event which featured activities such as face painting, nature games, and crafts.
Couns. Judy Villeneuve and Marvin Hunt were in attendance on behalf of council.
Since 1991, thousands of people have participated in Releaf, and tens of thousands of trees have been planted. Now in its 22nd year, the Releaf program allows schools, community groups, and residents to improve their neighbourhoods and parks by planting trees and shrubs each April and October. Approximately 600 school children, Guides and Scouts, and other members of our community will help to plant over 140 trees this month.
To find out more about the city’s Releaf program visit www.surrey.ca/releaf
