Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 16 Low Co$t or Free Recreation At Parks, Recreation and Culture, we understand how recreation experiences can enrich our lives. Here are a few activities that you can participate in...even if the budget’s a bit tight at the moment. Admission Savers • Buy a 10 or 20 Visit Pass and save 20 percent over regular admission. See page 8. • Active Passes offer unlimited access to all public drop-in sessions (swimming, skating, weight rooms and sports programs at Oliver Woods Community Centre). If you are a frequent user, you will want to save big by getting our Active Pass. See page 69. • Stock up and save on your 10 or 20 Visit Passes. • Lions Free Skates take place every Sunday from September 14 to March 19, 12-1:30 pm at Frank Crane Arena. See page 89. • Winter Wonderland take place on December 24 and 26-31 and offers free admission and skate rentals thanks to local sponsorship. See page 13. • Family Day Celebrations on Monday, February 16 will include free admission to a variety of activities. See details in the new year. • The Culture Awards take place on Tuesday, April 14 at The Port Theatre. Tickets are FREE! See page 97. Low Cost Recreation • Youth are invited to our free Spare Blox program where they can participate in gymnasium activities at various locations or come to our Youth Lounge at Nanaimo Aquatic Centre. See page 44. • Visit some new temporary public art in town. See page 97. • Court Kids is a free program for ages 1-5 to run, jump, and play that is held at Beban Park. See page 19. • Invasive Plant Work Parties are a great way to meet new people and to make a difference in your community. See page 59. • We are offering a variety of FREE (or nearly free) programs for those 60 years and over. See page 74. • Stroll with a Pro and learn about local birds. These sessions are only $5! See page 27. • Bird Count is a free event for the whole family. Learn about bird watching and make a craft. See page 27. • Check out the free programs offered at Park Avenue Farm. See page 19. • Hug a Tree and Survive is a program in partnership with Nanaimo Search and Rescue Outreach to help teach kids to avoid getting lost in the woods when out exploring. See page 27. • Learn How to Ride the Bus with staff from the Regional District of Nanaimo. This program is free and is great for anyone wanting to know how the local transit system works. See page 28. SOCIAL PRESCRIBING Talk to your primary healthcare provider about getting a referral to City recreation programs.
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