Recreation and Parks Month

JUNE IS RECREATION AND PARKS MONTH

Recreation and Parks month is a movement that promotes the benefits of recreation and parks for physical, social, and environmental health. Driven by Parks and Recreation Ontario (PRO), communities across the Province have embraced June as Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM) as a way to promote local programs and events, parks and facilities that are available for all citizens to enjoy.

Access to park and recreation is a fundamental human need that helps foster personal health, strong communities, and social inclusion. JRPM celebrates Ontario's spectacular parks and recreation services and raises awareness for the role they play as a pathway to individual, community, and environmental well-being.

The Town of Arnprior takes this opportunity to recognize the benefits of recreation and parks and encouraging residents to get out and be active in our community.

Recreation and Parks Month in Arnprior will feature a variety of free and introductory programs and events throughout the 30 days of June.

We encourage all residents to make the most of Recreation and Parks month in your household by exploring the recreation facilities, programs, parks and trails that our beautiful town offers.

Visit

Parks, Beaches and Trails page to learn more about all of the outdoor recreation amenities our community has to offer.
Facebook Page for more information about events and assets for Recreation and Parks Month.
Ontario website for some great resources, including a June is Recreation and Parks Month calendar!

Recreation Passport

The Town of Arnprior is excited to announce a new campaign called ’Recreation Passport’. This campaign provides barrier free activities that foster strong mental, social and physical lifestyles.

Anyone who would like to participate in this campaign will receive a physical passport with a list of events. There will be pages for you to collect stamps from each event you attend. Whether you attend each event as a family, a group of friends or on your own, this is a great way to see what the community has to offer for recreation programs and to get active!

You can get your free passport at the Nick Smith Centre, Town Hall, Priorpalooza Music Festival, or at the Town Booth at the Sunday Market.

Recreation Passport Schedule of Events

Date

Time

Event

June 4

11:00am-9:00pm

Priorpalooza- Robert Simpson Park

Priorpalooza is a full day music festival at Robert Simpson Park showcasing local talent, family entertainment and a variety of local vendors. Simply show up and visit the Arnprior tent to get your first stamp.

June 5

12:00pm-2:00pm

Flag Rugby- McLean Ball Diamonds

Join Ottawa Ospreys Rugby Football Club for a crash course on how to play flag rugby. We will have all the equipment you need – just show up to diamond 3! Pre-registration required at www.arnprior.ca/registration

June 8

6:00pm-8:00pm

Beach Volleyball- Robert Simpson Park

Spike and serve at the beach with friends. We’ll bring the nets and balls – you bring the fun!

June 11

5:00pm-7:00pm

Water Polo- Nick Smith Centre Pool

Join the Ottawa Titans for a lesson and game of water polo. Pre-registration required at www.arnprior.ca/registration.

June 13

5:00pm-7:00pm

Badminton- Nick Smith Centre

Come as a team or a single person for badminton games on the arena slab. Bring your own racquet.

June 15

6:00pm-7:00pm

Fitness in the Park- Robert Simpson Park

Join the lovely Meagan Mask and Bring It On! at Robert Simpson Park. This fun and adaptive workout is open to all ages and will have you laughing and sweating throughout.

June 17

10:00am-11:30am

Dance with Nature - Robert Simpson Park Gazebo

Join Miss Lindsay as she shows off her animal pelts and incredible bug collection as well as a nature inspired craft to bring home. Dance the morning away under the gazebo with Miss Susie as we play with ribbons, learn some fun moves, and play movement games!

June 18

11:00am

Walk and Roll on the Algonquin Trail- Algonquin Trail

Learn the basic information on how to walk and ride safely on the Algonquin Trail with ATV with the Ottawa Valley Cycling and Active Transportation Alliance (OVCATA). The walk starts at 11:00am on the Algonquin Trail by the OPP Station.

June 19

1:00pm

Wheelchair Basketball- Rink of Dreams

The Ottawa Carleton Wheelchair Sports Association will be providing a lesson and a game of wheelchair basketball.

June 20

5:00pm-7:00pm

Pickleball- Rink of Dreams

Try your luck at a game of pickleball! We’ll have some paddles, balls and the net but we suggest you bring your own paddle if you have one.

June 21

6:30am-7:15pm

Yoga- Union 108

Union 108 will have free yoga classes at 108 John Street North. You can reserve your spot for any class by emailing info@union108.com or just show up!

June 24

6:00pm-7:00pm

Broomball- Nick Smith Centre

The amazing George and Ruth Brown are ready to put you through the motions of being a Broomball star! Come out to the Nick Smith Centre for a demonstration on the sport.

June 26

11:00am-12:00pm

Sledge Hockey- Nick Smith Centre

The Sledge Hockey of Eastern Ontario SHEO will be providing a lesson and a game of sledge hockey. Wear snow pants and bring your helmet and gloves! Registration required at www.arnprior.ca/registration

June 28

9:00am

Beach Yoga- Robert Simpson Park Beach

A relaxing morning of yoga on the beach with the amazing Denise Weise. Registration required at www.arnprior.ca/registration

Anytime

8:30am-9:00pm

Use Lending Hub

Find all of your summer equipment needs at the Lending Hub, with everything from kayaks to sports equipment. This service is available all year. Contact the Nick Smith Centre for booking and availability.

Community Better Challenge

The ParticipACTION Community Better Challenge is a national physical activity initiative that encourages Canadians to get active in search of Canada’s Most Active Community. As a community we can participate in the challenge by downloading the ParticipACTION app and logging your hours spent being active as a member of Team Arnprior at our Recreation Passport events. These hours will go towards the community’s overall score and put us in the running for a top prize of $100,000 and the title of ‘Canada’s Most Active Community’.

Park Spaces

Some of these events will take place in many of our beautiful parks, trails and beaches that the Town of Arnprior has to offer. These areas offer a variety of play structures, swing sets, basketball courts, waterfronts, open green space and more! Trails will allow you to explore many of the beautiful sites the Town of Arnprior has to offer, including our wildlife and one of the oldest growth forests in Canada! Be sure to check out our full list of parks, beaches, trails and more.

Recreation Passport Prize for Arnprior Residents

Thanks to our generous local sponsors, we are also able to run a contest for those who complete four or more of the Recreation Passport activities. For every additional four activities you will receive one extra ballot entry, giving you four total entries if you complete all 16 activities! Families can have separate ballots for everyone who competes so make sure each person has their own passport.

All you have to do is bring your stamped passport back to the Nick Smith Centre or Town Hall by July 10 at 9pm, and fill out your allotted ballots based on the amount of activities you completed. While everyone is welcome to participate in the programming, only Arnprior residents are eligible to win a prize.

The 5 prizes to be won are:

½ Day Pontoon boat rental from White Lake Marina
½ Day Jon Boat rental from White Lake Marina
Full day unmotorized boat rental (canoe, kayak, SUP) from White Lake Marina
1-hour of bowling at Steelheads and Strikes
$100 gift card to Gilks Sports and Promo

If you have questions or concerns surrounding Recreation Passport please contact the Nick Smith Centre at 613 623 7301 or recreation@arnprior.ca