Storywalk®
StoryWalks® are a great way to incorporate family literacy, exercise, fresh air and fun. These self-guided walks are very popular all around BC and the world, and are new to Maple Ridge this year!
Welcome to the Maple Ridge StoryWalk®
There are three StoryWalk® locations in Maple Ridge for 2022.
Each of the three unique stories will travel to each park listed below over the summer:
- Hammond Stadium (20601 Westfield Ave Maple Ridge)
- Brickwood Park (11579 225 Street Maple Ridge)
- Firefighter's Park (238 St and 113 Ave Maple Ridge)
The Maple Ridge StoryWalk® project is made possible through a generous donation from Envision Financial, a division of First West Credit Union, and in partnership with the City of Maple Ridge and Maple Ridge Public Library (FVRL).
This StoryWalk® connects the Maple Ridge Public Library to Maple Ridge Neighbourhoods and aligns with Envision Financial’s commitment to youth literacy.
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.
What is a StoryWalk® ?
It is a movement and literacy boosting project that places an illustrated children’s book, taken apart and displayed page by page, along a walking route in your community.
Who created StoryWalks® ? Or where did the StoryWalk project originate?
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with the Kellogg-Hubbard Library. Storywalk® is a registered service mark owned by Ms. Ferguson.
How did StoryWalk® begin in Maple Ridge?
In a unique partnership with funding from Envision Financial, the Maple Ridge Public Library and City of Maple Ridge have worked to bring StoryWalk® to life in Maple Ridge with the joint goal of combining a lifelong love for literacy while encouraging activity, movement and family time in nature.
How did you choose the parks for this year’s StoryWalk®?
We looked for three parks in different parts of the community that were accessible by bus, had parking options, enough space for the layout, and were in high visibility locations.
Can I sign out these books from our local library?
Yes, Maple Ridge Library (FVRL) has brought in several copies of these books so you can check them out.
How did you choose the books for this year’s StoryWalk®?
We looked for stories that were current, engaging for a wide variety of readers, and that created good conversations or were lots of fun!
Where can I find the StoryWalks®?
The three 2022 park locations will be Hammond Stadium, 20601 Westfield Ave. Firefighter’s Park, 11309 238 Street Brickwood Park, 11579 225 Street
Will there be another StoryWalk® next year?
Yes, we plan to return in 2023 with three more stories in three more parks! Which book is at which park? Each of the books will transition to each park approximately each month: July, August, September.