2026 Spring and Summer Activity Guide

Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 24 Beach Buddies 3 to 5 Years Embark on a journey of discovery as adventurers exploring the magic of the salty seashore! From exciting beach games to hands-on marine exploration and ocean-themed crafts, kids will learn all about the ocean environment guided by super fun, experienced leaders. Instructors: Pam Brugge & Traci Boas Mon, May 25-Jun 22 | 10-11:30 am | $60/5 | 155735 Kin Hut Activity Centre Bird Adaptations & Nests NEW! 3 to 6 Years Explore the world of birds! Do all birds build nests? Why do some sing? We will learn about bird adaptations, diets and nesting habits. This is a parent participation class and is great for the whole family. Instructor: Judy Wickland Sat, Apr 11 | 10-11:15 am | $10/1 | 161323 Buttertubs Marsh (Miner’s Cottage) Who Lives Here? 3 to 6 Years Have you ever wondered what animals live in the forest and why we rarely see them? We will uncover clues about local wildlife and learn how animals stay hidden. We will explore tracks, signs and habitats. This is a parent participation class and is great for the whole family! Instructor: Judy Wickland Sat, Apr 25 | 10-11:15 am | $10/1 | 161324 Linley Valley Park Prehistoric Pals 2 to 5 Years Join us for an exciting journey as we travel back in time. Kids will have a blast creating dinosaur-themed crafts, playing with fun dino toys, digging for fossils and learning all about dinosaurs. Parent participation is required. Fri, May 8 | 9:30-10:30 am | $10/1 | 162576 Kin Hut Activity Centre Dino Detectives 3 to 5 Years As a new Dino Detective you will try to uncover the hidden secrets of dinosaurs from millions of years ago. Excavate fossils buried in the sand, listen to dino-tales, go on a scavenger hunt, learn about dinosaurs, create dino crafts and so much more! Instructor: Pam Brugge & Traci Boas Mon, Apr 13-May 11 | 10-11:30 am | $60/5 | 155736 Kin Hut Activity Centre Bunny Buddies Craft & Playtime 2 to 5 Years Join us for our eggciting Easter craft and playtime program! You will create colourful crafts, play on our equipment and have fun in a mini-Easter egg hunt. Parent participation is required. Mon, Mar 30 | 9-10:15 am | $12/1 | 156289 Mon, Mar 30 | 10:30-11:45 am | $12/1 | 164483 Beban Park Social Centree Ants on Parade 3 to 6 Years This Mother’s Day, discover the tiny engineers of the forest. Learn why ants build mounds, how they work together and why these tiny creatures are so important. We will observe ants up close and explore their fascinating world. This is a parent participation class. Instructor: Judy Wickland Sun, May 10 | 10-11:15 am | $10/1 | 161328 Bowen Park Amphitheatre Silly Spiders 3 to 6 Years Are your spidey senses tingling? Come explore the incredible world of spiders, what they eat, the types of webs they spin and why. Learn through games and guided exploration as we build appreciation for these helpful creatures. This is a parent participation class. Instructor: Judy Wickland Sat, May 23 | 10-11:15 am | $10/1 | 161329 Bowen Park Amphitheatre Adventure at the Seashore 3 to 6 Years The seashore is full of surprises! Join us at Piper’s Lagoon for a parent-participation class exploring tide pools, seaweed and shoreline creatures. We will learn how this environment changes and discover what lives there. Instructor: Judy Wickland Sun, Jun 14 | 10-11:15 am | $10/1 | 161322 Pipers Lagoon Park Insects and Reptiles NEW! 3 to 6 Years Hunt for hidden creatures in the forest! Have you ever wondered what reptiles live here? We will learn what makes a reptile, how they differ from amphibians and where to find them. Plus, we’ll search for insects and explore their role in the ecosystem. This is a parent participation class. Instructor: Judy Wickland Sat, Jun 27 | 10-11:15 am | $10/1 | 161330 Linley Valley Park Special Interest/Outdoor

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