Spring Summer 2024 Activity Guide

cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 39 Multi Sport Mixer 6 to 10 Years This program is perfect for those of you who want to try multiple sports. Each week you will play a different sport like European handball, dodgeball, floor hockey, soccer and football and will include development, practice time and a scrimmage. Tue, May 21-Jun 25 | 5-6 pm | $48/6 | 116343 Thu, Jul 11-Aug 29 | 2:30-3:30 pm | $64/8 | 116707 Oliver Woods Community Centre Volleyball 8 to 12 Years Bump! Pass! Spike! Learn the techniques and skills of volleyball through drills and games. This program is recommended for beginner to intermediate players. Fri, Apr 5-May 17 | 4:45-5:45 pm | $56/7 | 116362 Fri, May 24-Jun 28 | 4:45-5:45 pm | $48/6 | 116363 Thu, Jul 11-Aug 29 | 1:15-2:15 pm | $56/7 | 116705 Oliver Woods Community Centre Summer Hoops 7 to 10 Years Summertime and basketball - the best way to spend some of your time away from school. Have a great time while learning the fundamentals of the game. Thu, Jul 11-Aug 29 | 12-1 pm | $56/7 | 116704 Oliver Woods Community Centre Farm to Fork Mini Camp NEW! The true farm to fork concept for youth! This camp will be led by passionate facilitators to introduce outdoor ecology, different cooking techniques and flavour combos. In an outdoor kitchen at the farm, the group will gain confidence growing food, harvesting and making nourishing meals. 7 to 12 Years Tue-Thu, Jul 2-4 | 10 am-12 pm | $100/3 | 116672 Tue-Thu, Jul 30-Aug 1 | 10 am-12 pm | $100/3 | 116673 Tue-Thu, Aug 27-29 | 10 am-12 pm | $100/3 | 116674 11 to 14 Years Tue-Thu, Jul 16-18 | 10 am-12 pm | $100/3 | 116966 Tue-Thu, Aug 20-22 | 10 am-12 pm | $100/3 | 116967 Park Avenue Farm (945 Park Ave) Grow Food Get Cooking Camp NEW! 8 to 13 Years Get hands-on practice with food growing and gaining cooking skills. The true farm to fork experience for youth will be led by passionate facilitators to introduce outdoor ecology, stewardship of the environment, food growing basics, different cooking techniques and flavour combos. In an outdoor kitchen at the farm, the group will gain confidence growing food, harvesting and making nourishing meals. M-F, Jul 8-12 | 9 am-3 pm | $335/5 | 115483 M-F, Jul 22-26 | 9 am-3 pm | $335/5 | 115484 M-F, Aug 12-16 | 9 am-3 pm | $335/5 | 115489 Park Avenue Farm (945 Park Ave) Junior Paddler Adventure NEW! 6 to 9 Years Dive into the world of water sports at Long Lake! Our program is tailored for adventure that offers a perfect blend of skill building, teamwork and outdoor fun. Glide through the waters in our big canoes, paddle boards, canoes and kayaks mastering the art of paddling while forging friendships and fitness. Instructor: Nanaimo Canoe & Kayak Club Sat, May 4-Jun 1 | 9-10 am | $80/4 | 117144 Sat, Jun 8-29 | 9-10 am | $80/4 | 117146 Sat, Jul 6-27 | 9-10 am | $80/4 | 117151 Sat, Aug 10-31 | 9-10 am | $80/4 | 117153 Long Lake/Loudon Park Kids Intro to Paddling NEW! 8 to 12 Years This program will introduce you to the wonderful world of paddle sports in a fun and supportive environment. Learn the three fundamental sport skills of balance, steering and propulsion in a variety of human powered watercraft, including kayaks, canoes and paddleboards. Challenge yourself at the optional Rally to Race fun regatta at the end of June on Long Lake. Instructor: Nanaimo Canoe & Kayak Club Wed, May 1-Jun 19 | 4:30-6 pm | $144/8 | 117097 Wed, Jul 3-Aug 21 | 6-7:30 pm | $144/8| 90573 Long Lake/Loudon Park Kids Intro to Sprint Kayak NEW! and Canoe 8 to 12 Years Are you comfortable in a recreational kayak or canoe and looking for something more challenging? This is an exciting sport that fosters teamwork, fitness and a love of the outdoors. The program will cover the balance, propulsion and steering of sprint boats, proper care and handling of equipment and an introduction to racing technique. Be prepared to get wet! Instructor: Nanaimo Canoe & Kayak Club Mon, Apr 1-22 | 4:30-6 pm | $100/4 | 117099 Mon, Apr 29-May 27 | 4:30-6 pm | $100/4 | 117100 Mon, Jun 3-24 | 4:30-6 pm | $100/4 | 117102 Mon, Jul 8-29 | 6-7:30 pm | $100/4 | 117103 Long Lake/Loudon Park Nanaimo Parks, Recreation & Culture Weekly Camps Full and partial day programs and camps.