Reading Under the Trees
Explore Downsview Park with books borrowed from Downsview Branch!
Wild Reading Walk came out of a unique partnership between the park and the library and runs until May 30. Here’s how it works:
- Borrow a Wild Reading Walk set* from Downsview branch and walk, bike or drive to Downsview Park for a self-guided walk adventure. The booksets correspond to 4 areas in the park (the orchard, the lake, the farm and the grove). The walk will likely take 2-3 hours depending on breaks and your walking speed.
- Return the book set to the main desk at Downsview branch and enter the Reading Walk Raffle. Entry forms are found in the swag bag accompanying your book set. If you return your book set within 2 days you are eligible for one additional entry. Prizes include food items from Fresh City Farms and a beach volley ball booking at The Hangar.
*Please note that reading walk sets are available on a first come, first-served basis in limited quantities. Wild Reading Walk books are suitable for readers aged 3-8. A stroller is recommended for young participants who are unable to walk farther than 1 km (12 minutes). Pets are welcome!
A valid library card is required to sign out the book sets. We recommend you also bring weather appropriate clothes, a litter-less snack, water (preferable in a reusable bottle), sunscreen and a blanket (optional).
Visit the Downsview Park website for more information or call Downsview branch at 416-395-5720.
A local, active, fun family experience. Happy Walking and Reading!
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