Spring Summer 2024 Activity Guide

Register online at recreation.nanaimo.ca General Inquiries 250-756-5200 24 Lichens and Mosses NEW! 3 to 6 Years What is that stuff hanging from the trees that look like green beards? Does the green stuff growing on trees hurt them? What is the soft stuff you see on stone walls, and why is it important? Explore with us and find out. This is a parent participation class. Instructor: Judy Wickland Sat, May 4 | 10-11:15 am | $10/1 | 115418 Colliery Dam Park Adventure at the Seashore NEW! 3 to 6 Years The seashore is full of surprises and always changing if you look closely. Come explore with us and discover the critters and life surrounding the shoreline. Find out what that slimy stuff is that gets stuck between your toes and much more. This is a parent participation class. Instructor: Judy Wickland Sat, Jun 8 | 1-2:15 pm | $10/1 | 1 15411 Departure Bay Beach Reptiles and Amphibians NEW! 3 to 6 Years Have you ever wondered what reptiles are and if we can find them here? We do not always see them, but they are around. We will learn what a reptile is and where we may be able to find them. Learn the difference between a salamander, lizard and amphibian. This is a parent participation class. Instructor: Judy Wickland Sun, Jun 9 | 10-11:15 am | $10/1 | 115419 Linley Valley Park Learn to Fish 5 to 15 Years Join the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC and learn about the basics of freshwater fishing. Fishing rods are provided, and program runs rain or shine. Parent participation is required. (The May 12 sessions run in conjunction with Family Fishing Day.) Sun, May 12 | 10 am-12 pm | FREE | 115423 Sun, May 12 | 1-3 pm | FREE | 116628 Sun, Jun 2 | 10:30 am-12:30 pm | FREE | 115426 Sun, Jun 23 | 10:30 am-12:30 pm | FREE | 115430 Colliery Dam Park Sun, May 26 | 10:30 am-12:30 pm | FREE | 115425 Sun, Jun 9 | 10:30 am-12:30 pm | FREE | 115429 Long Lake (Loudon Park) Birds of a Feather Stick Together NEW! 5 to 8 Years How do ducks float? What do they eat? Where do they nest? Do we always find them in groups or pairs? Come explore with us to find the answers. Instructor: MadisonWagenaar Sun, May 26 | 10-11:15 am | $10/1 | 116947 Bowen Park Amphitheatre Yoga for Kids 5 to 12 Years Kids yoga assists children with their focus skills, teaches self-awareness, builds self-esteem, self- respect and is empowering. Yoga is great to pair with other sports, such as hockey, basketball and soccer. Instructor: Gypsy Hart Wed, Apr 3-May 15 | 3:30-4:30 pm | $56/7 | 116371 Wed, May 22-Jun 12 | 3:30-4:30 pm | $32/4 | 116372 Oliver Woods Community Centre Madd Edible Science NEW! 8 to 14 Years Hey! Come and spend a few hours with Paula and learn all about changing a liquid into an edible, stretchy, yummy cheese! Paula will show you how to make homemade mozzarella cheese while you learn about chemistry and history. Bring an additional $5 for a kit to make 4 pounds of mozzarella at home with your family. Instructor: Paula Maddison Thu, May 9 | 4-5 pm | $25/1 | 115786 Beban Park Social Centre Let’s Eat! Kids’ Cooking 8 to 13 Years Learn different cooking techniques, knife skills and flavour combos. You will gain confidence making healthy and delicious meals that you can share with your whole family. Instructor: Nanaimo Foodshare Mon, Mar 25-Apr 8 | 3:30-5:30 pm | $100/3 | 115740 Mon, Apr 15-29 | 3:30-5:30 pm | $100/3 | 116663 Nanaimo Foodshare (271 Pine St.) Wed, Mar 27-Apr 10 | 3:30-5:30 pm | $100/3 | 115480 Wed, Apr 17-May 1 | 3:30-5:30 pm | $100/3 | 115475 Bowen Park Complex Wed, May 29-Jun 12 | 3:30-5:30 pm | $100/3 | 115480 Park Avenue Farm (945 Park Ave.) Is your account information current? Have you moved? Did you get a new email address? Please make sure you let us know so we can ensure your account is correct so we can keep you updated on waitlists or other information you need to know.