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Activity Guide
Spring/Summer 2019

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                     •   Recreation
                     •   Fitness
                     •   Aquatics
                     •   First Aid
                     •   Art
Activity Guide Spring/Summer 2019 - quesnel.ca - City of Quesnel
Party With Us!
    POOL PARTY ~ Look no further . . . we’ve got the party             2.Two hour Pottery Party – Held in the Quesnel Arts &
    package for you! Nothing beats a party at the pool! You and          Recreation Pottery Studio with a party leader, pottery
    your child have all the fun and we take care of the mess for         sculpting is where creativity spends its vacations. Our
    you!                                                                 hands-on approach will challenge party goers curiosity
    You can design your child’s party to include the following           and explore artistic boundaries with clay. All projects will
    options:                                                             stimulate the imagination!
    • $51.00/$63.75 – includes admission for 15 swimmers and             Minimum 6 children/maximum 14 children at a cost of
      2 adults, tables and chairs                                        $20.00/25.00 per participant
    • Additional swimmers will receive 15% OFF regular
      admission                                                        3.Two hour Art and Craft Party – Held in the Quesnel Arts
    • $19.25/$24.00 – 30 minutes with a games leader                     & Recreation Pottery Studio with a party leader, organized
    • $11.50/$14.25 – BBQ equipment                                      crafts and activities are where it’s at!! Party goers will
    Payment is required in advance to reserve your spot and an           create two crafts that they will be able to take home at the
    adult must be present at all birthday parties                        end of the party. Craft options can vary: dream catchers,
     PARTY OPTIONS         DECK #1               DECK #2                 beaded wind chimes, tic-tac-toe boards, wearable masks,
                                                                         and fairy houses. Please indicate preference on your form.
     FRIDAYS               7:30pm-9:30pm         7:30pm-9:30pm           Minimum 6 children/maximum 14 children at a cost of
     SATURDAYS             12:30pm-2:30pm        1:00pm-3:00pm           $20.00/25.00 per participant
                           3:00pm-5:00pm         3:30pm-5:30pm
                           6:00pm-8:00pm         6:30pm-8:30pm         4.Two hour Recreation Gym Party – Held in the Quesnel Arts
                                                                         & Recreation West Fraser Timber Room with a party leader,
     SUNDAYS               12:30pm-2:30pm        1:00pm-3:00pm
                                                                         organized games and activities are where it’s at!! Party
                           3:00pm-5:00pm         3:30pm-5:30pm
                                                                         goers will take part in games such as Dodgeball, Super
                           6:00pm-8:00pm         6:30pm-8:30pm
                                                                         Shields, Target Frisbee, Tic-tac-toe Boards, floor games and
    ART PARTY ~ Are you planning your child’s next birthday              top it all off with a giant parachute.
    party? The City of Quesnel offers a variety of options for you       Minimum 6 children/maximum 14 children at a cost of
    and your child. We take all the work out of holding a great          $20.00/25.00 per participant
    party. You provide the kids, food, beverages and the goody
    bags and we do the rest. We provide the place, equipment,          Note to parents: the first hour and fifteen minutes after the
    materials, and the fun. All activities are age appropriate and     children arrive will be the time slotted for the chosen art/gym
    when the party is over, you go home and we clean up!               activities of the day, after that there is a five minute clean up
                                                                       and then we turn the party over to you. This is the time where
    Party options are: Choose from our 4 different venues and          you can have cake, food, open gifts and play any party games
    select the package that best suits your needs to make your         that you have planned for your birthday child. We encourage
    child’s birthday the best!                                         you to come 15 minutes before the party is scheduled to start
                                                                       to set up any decorations and get organized. Parties can be
    1.Two hour Painting Party – Held in the Quesnel Arts &             booked on Saturdays and Sundays year round. Please visit us
      Recreation Pottery Studio with a party leader, participants      or call to book your party with us 250-992-8200.
      will paint on canvas with acrylic paint and create a one of a
      kind masterpiece. All materials are provided and at the end
      each party goer will create 1 original painting that they will
      be able to take home.
      Minimum 6 children/maximum 14 children at a cost of
      $20.00/25.00 per participant

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We Are Open
Effective dates: January 7 – August 31, 2019
 Spring &                            Pool                                             Fitness Centre                            Stat Holiday                       Pool & Fitness Centre
 Summer
                                                                                                                                Monday, February 18, 2019          1:00pm – 4:00pm
 Sunday                              10:00am – 9:00pm                                 10:00am – 9:00pm                          Friday, April 19, 2019             1:00pm – 4:00pm
 Monday                              6:00am – 10:00pm                                 5:30am – 10:00pm                          Monday, April 22, 2019             1:00pm – 4:00pm
 Tuesday                             6:00am – 10:00pm                                 5:30am – 10:00pm                          Monday, May 20, 2019               1:00pm – 4:00pm
 Wednesday                           6:00am – 10:00pm                                 5:30am – 10:00pm                          Monday, July 1, 2019               1:00pm – 4:00pm
 Thursday                            6:00am – 10:00pm                                 5:30am – 10:00pm                          Monday, August 5, 2019             1:00pm – 4:00pm
 Friday                              6:00am – 10:00pm                                 5:30am – 10:00pm                          Monday, September 2, 2019          Closed
 Saturday                            8:30am – 9:00pm                                  8:30am – 9:00pm

*Schedule is subject to change without notice
                                                                                                                               Annual Maintenance Shutdown:
                                                                                                                               September 1 – 15, 2019
                                                                                                                               Each year our pools must close for maintenance. Yearly
                                                                                                                               maintenance is necessary in order to meet public safety
                                                                                                                               standards and service expectations.
                                                                                                                                Annual            Pool                 Administration
                                                                                                                                Maintenance                            Office & Fitness
                                                                                                                                Shutdown                               Centre
                                                                                                                                S. September 1    10:00am – 3:00pm     10:00am – 3:00pm
                                                                                                                                M. September 2    Closed               Closed
                                                                                                                                T. September 3    Closed               Closed
                                                                                                                                W. September 4    Closed               5:00pm – 9:00pm
                                                                                                                                T. September 5    Closed               5:00pm – 9:00pm
    Present this coupon to receive one FREE regular size (710mL) smoothie with the purchase of another regular size smoothie    F. September 6    Closed               5:00pm – 9:00pm
                                                                                                                                S. September 7    Closed               8:30am – 12:30pm
    of equal or lesser value. Redeemable at 454 Reid Street, Quesnel, BC. Not valid with any other promotion. One coupon per
                            customer. Management reserves all rights. Valid until September 30, 2019.

                                                                                                                                S. September 8    Closed               10:00am – 2:00pm
                                                                                                                                M. September 9    Closed               8:00am – 9:00pm
                                                                                                                                T. September 10   Closed               5:30am – 7:00pm
Like us on Facebook                                                                                                             W. September 1    Closed               8:00am – 9:00pm
Search for the ‘Quesnel Arts & Recreation Centre’                                                                               T. September 12   Closed               5:30am – 7:00pm
and become a fan today!                                                                                                         F. September 13   Closed               8:00am – 9:00pm
ACTIVITY GUIDE IS ONLINE                                                                                                        S. September 14   Closed               Closed
Follow the link at www.quesnel.ca                                                                                               S. September 15   Closed               Closed

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Table Of Contents

     2   Party with Us
     3   Hours Of Operation
     5   Registration Information
     6   Staff Directory
     7   Admission Fees & Recreation Passes
     8   Financial Support
     9   Rental Space
    10   Quesnel Arenas
    11   Parks and Fields
    12   Community Events 2019
    16   Aquatic Programs & Special Events
    19   Youth Swimming Lessons Schedule
    22   Aquatic Special Events and Camps
    23   Aquatic Programs
    27   First Aid Programs
    28   Community Contact List Spring /Summer 2019
    32   Youth and Teens Special Events and Camps
    34   Youth Art & Pro-Day Programs
    35   Youth Recreation Programs
    37   Imagination Park
    40    Art Centre Information
    42   Teen & Adult Programs
    45   Fitness Centre

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Program Registration

Register Early to Avoid Program Cancellations!
We hate to cancel programs! Swim lessons and recreation programs must have a minimum number of registrants. Decisions
on whether minimum number have been met are made up to five (5) days prior to the start of the program. Enroll early to
guarantee your favourite class does not get cancelled!

Cancellation Policy ~ There is a $10.00 cancellation fee to withdraw from any recreation program unless medical
authorization with documentation or 6 days notice is received prior to start of program. No refunds will be issued after the 2nd
class.

         3 Easy Ways to
         Register:
         Online:
         Visit www.quesnel.ca

         In Person:
         Cash, Debit Card, Credit Card or Cheque

         By Phone:
         Credit Card

         To register please have the following information on hand
         •        Name
         •        Phone number
         •        Address
         •        Birthdate
         •        An e-mail address
         •        Course code number

         Call our Customer Relations Representatives at
         250-992-8200

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Staff Directory

    Recreation Manager                                              Aquatic Coordinator
    I have been fortunate to work for                               With over 20 years experience in the
    Quesnel & District Leisure Services                             Recreation and Leisure field, Angele
    since 1998! For the majority of those                           combines both quality and education to
    20+ years I worked as the Recreation                            ensure the best experience for clients.
    Coordinator assisting primarily with                            Currently completing a Recreational
    recreation program delivery. At the time                        and Leisure diploma program, in
    of this activity guide coming to print, I                       tandem with working full time as the
    am almost 4 months’ shy of 2 years as                           Aquatic Coordinator, she builds on a
    Recreation Manager. Boy time flies by!                          philosophy of lifelong learning, which
    Generally, I oversee all tasks involved                         includes continually participating in
    with operation of the Arts & Recreation                         both post-secondary and professional
    Centre and the front administration staff at our two Quesnel    training. Beginning her career as a lifeguard, she has added
    arenas. Subsequently, I also liaise with the Cariboo Regional   designing and delivering programming in aquatics and
    Districts Recreation Commissions consisting of Parkland,        first aid, areas for which she has a passion, to her growing
    Bouchie Lake, Barlow Creek, Alex Fraser Park and Pioneer        repertoire.
    Park. I thoroughly enjoy what I do and the people I work with
    daily!                                                          Angele is married with two sons. She and her husband
                                                                    participate in numerous community-based activities, including
    If you haven’t already, I encourage all of you to come enjoy    spearheading fundraising, actively engage in their children's
    your facility. Delight in our ever expanding Fitness Centre     sports teams, in addition to running their own recreational
    Weight Room or drop-in to one of our many fitness classes in    business.
    the pool or in the West Fraser Timber Room. Relax in our hot
    tub, dry saunas or steam saunas or beat your time swimming      Angele Nutley
    lengths.                                                        250-991-4012
                                                                    anutley@quesnel.ca
    We would absolutely love to see you so pop by and meet our
    first rate staff. We hope to see you soon!                      Recreation Coordinator
                                                                    Tarin Lefebvre
    Richard Gauthier                                                250-991-4011
    250-991-4010                                                    tlefebvre@quesnel.ca
    rgauthier@quesnel.ca
                                                                    Facilities Administration Coordinator
                                                                    Sue Millership
       Take a Tour of the Complexes!                                250-991-4013
       The Staff at the Quesnel Arts & Recreation Centre            smillership@quesnel.ca
       and the Quesnel Arenas are happy to offer tours of
       the complexes. The tour includes the Fitness Centre,         Service Clerk, Quesnel Arenas
       Swimming Pool, Meeting Rooms and the Rinks. This             Lori Smetaniuk
       is a great way to get to know the facilities and to have     250-992-7125
       all of your questions answered. Ask one of our friendly      lsmetaniuk@quesnel.ca
       staff members for your personal tour.

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RESIDENTIAL PASS
1. What is a Residential Pass?
   Individuals residing within the City of Quesnel limits and the
   Cariboo Recreation Taxation Area are eligible to obtain a
   Residential Pass free of charge. Individuals living outside
   of these defined areas may purchase a Residential Pass to
   obtain the same discounts as residents. Residential Pass
   holders receive a discount on program registration, drop in
   fees, fitness passes and pool/rink rentals.
2. How much does the pass cost?
   Passes are issued based on calendar year of Jan 1 – Dec 31
   Residents				Free
   Non-Resident Individuals		                    $223.00/yr
   Non-Resident Families			$223.00/yr

                                                                       Facility Pass Rates
3. How do I obtain a Residential Pass?
    Visit the Administration Office at the Quesnel Arts &
    Recreation Centre or the Quesnel Arenas. Show proof
    of residency in the form of a BC Driver’s Licence or BC
    Identification Card or two pieces of identification validating
    name and residential address (ie. Utility bills).
                                                                       Prices valid from September 1, 2018 to August 31, 2019
 NON-RESIDENTIAL PASS HOLDER                              SINGLE     10 VISIT   1 MONTH    3 MONTH     6 MONTH 1 YEAR
                                                          DROP-IN    PASS       PASS       PASS        PASS    PASS
 Tot (0–4 yrs)                                            0.00       0.00       0.00       0.00        0.00        0.00
 Youth (5–12 yrs)                                         4.75       40.50      52.25      142.50      256.50      384.75
 Student (13–18 yrs)                                      6.25       53.25      68.75      187.50      337.50      600.00
 Adult (19+ yrs)                                          8.00       68.00      88.00      240.00      432.00      768.00
 Senior (65–79 yrs)                                       6.25       53.25      68.75      187.50      337.50      600.00
 Family (1 or 2 parents + up to 4 kids)                   15.00      127.50     165.00     450.00      810.00      1215.00
 Special Needs                                            6.25       53.25      68.75      187.50      337.50      600.00
 Special Needs – Youth                                    3.50       29.75      38.50      105.00      189.00      336.00
 Noon Hr Swim (12pm–2pm Mon–Fri excludes                  4.75
 school & Statutory Holidays)
 Monthly Friday Night Discount Swim (6pm–10pm)            3.50
 Night Owl Swim Mon & Wed (8:30pm–10:00pm)                4.75

 RESIDENTIAL PASS HOLDER                                  SINGLE     10 VISIT   1 MONTH    3 MONTH     6 MONTH     1 YEAR
                                                          DROP-IN    PASS       PASS       PASS        PASS        PASS
 Tot (0–4 yrs)                                            0.00       0.00       0.00       0.00        0.00        0.00
 Youth (5–12 yrs)                                         3.75       31.75      41.25      112.50      202.50      303.75
 Student (13–18 yrs)                                      5.00       42.50      55.00      150.00      270.00      480.00
 Adult (19+ yrs)                                          6.25       53.25      68.75      187.50      337.50      600.00
 Senior (65–79 yrs)                                       5.00       42.50      55.00      150.00      270.00      480.00
 Family (1 or 2 parents + up to 4 kids)                   12.00      102.00     132.00     360.00      648.00      972.00
 Special Needs                                            5.00       42.50      55.00      150.00      270.00      480.00
 Special Needs – Youth                                    2.75       23.25      30.25      79.25       148.50      264.00
 Noon Hr Swim (12 pm–2pm Mon–Fri excludes                 3.75
 school & Statutory Holidays)
 Monthly Friday Night Discount Swim (6pm–10pm)            2.75
 Night Owl Swim Mon & Wed (8:30pm–10:00pm)                3.75

Access the entire facility and all the drop-in programs for one low price! A pass includes swimming, dry and steam saunas, hot
tub, both aqua and dryland fitness classes (Zumba and Strong classes excluded) and weightroom use. You also gain access
to the pottery studio for all those potters who have taken at least one pottery class.

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Kidsport Quesnel
                                          KidSport™ is a community-based sport funding
                                          program that provides grants for children ages 18
                                          and under to participate in a sport season of their
                                          choice. When kids have access to physical activity,
                                          they have the opportunity to reach their highest
                                          potential, which can positively impact physical
                                          health, development of social skills, self-esteem,
                                          and friendships. KidSport applications for funding
                                          are available at the Arts and Recreation Centre
                                          and online registrations are now accepted at
                                          www.kidsportcanada.ca/british-columbia/cari-
                                          boo-quesnel/. Funding is available for up to $300.00 per kid
                                          each year for subsidizing registration fees for sport.

                                          KidSport Quesnel thanks Tolko Industries and Quesnel Gold-
                                          panners Mens Hockey Team for their generous donations in
                                          2018. What a difference local community groups can make
                                          in the lives of our children. You too can make a difference in a
                                          child’s life; donate today by calling Richard at 250-991-4010 or
                                          email rgauthier@quesnel.ca

    Affordable Recreation
                                          Canadian Tire
                                          Jumpstart Program
                                          Cariboo Jumpstart Program is an affiliate
                                          of the Canadian Tire Foundation for
                                          Families. It provides funding for financially
                                          disadvantaged children, ages 4-18, to
                                          participate in arts, scouts, guides, sports
                                          and recreational activities, so they develop essential life
                                          skills, self-esteem and confidence. Funding is available up to
                                          $300.00. This program donates approximately $10,000 each
                                          year to assist children in Quesnel to register for programs.
                                          KidSport applications are used for this program and are
                                          available at the Arts and Recreation Centre or you can apply
                                          online at www.jumpstart.canadiantire.ca Giving all kids a
                                          sporting chance.

                                          Leisure Access
                                          This program provides 50% subsidies for children and adults
                                          on all public swimming and skating admissions and a 25%
                                          subsidy for programs offered by the Arts and Recreation
                                          Centre and Quesnel Arenas.
                                          Residents may be eligible for this program if they are receiving
                                          income assistance from the Ministry of Social Development
                                          and Poverty Reduction or have a family income of up to
                                          $20,625 (1 person);
                                          $25,780 (2 person family);
                                          $35,940 (3 person family);
                                          $36,090 (4 person family)
                                          or $41,250 for a family of 5 or more.

                                          Leisure Access is subsidized by the North Cariboo Parks and
                                          Recreation taxation area and is open to area residents only.
                                          Apply at the Arts and Recreation Centre.

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Rental Space
Looking for a space to host a meeting or special                Multi Purpose Room
event? The Quesnel Arts & Recreation Centre has                 This beautiful, bright 780 sq. ft space features a partial
several meeting room options available for private and          wall with floor to ceiling windows that allow you to
community events. All rooms include the amenities of            overlook plus access both the patio and Japanese
Wi-Fi, flip charts, tables and chairs. Meeting rooms are        Garden areas. This room features hardwood floors, a
rented on an hourly or full day basis with rates dependent      22 ft wall of mirrors and a small counter with a sink.
on room size. Additional fees may apply for Liability           This space is perfect for meetings, small banquets and
Insurance, SOCAN (Society of Composers, Authors                 classes as it can accommodate up to 75 people.
and Music Publishers of Canada), damage deposit and             $27.25/$34.25 per hour or
maintenance set up/clean up fees.                               5+ hours charged the daily rate of $136.25/$171.25
For more information or to reserve a space call 250-992-8200.
                                                                West Fraser Timber Room
Activity Room                                                   This 2835 sq. ft hall is the perfect venue to have your
At 525 sq. ft this room is designed for smaller,                next big event or small gathering. Features hardwood
more intimate meetings and workshops that can                   floors, a wall of mirrors and a wall with windows looking
accommodate up to 25 people.                                    out onto green space. Kitchen facilities, tables and
$21.75/$27.25 per hour or                                       chairs for 175+ guests, remote screen with projector
5+ hours charged the daily rate of $108.75/$136.25              and music/PA system are also available.
                                                                $75.75/$94.50 per hour or
Boardroom                                                       5+ hours charged the daily rate of $378.75/$472.50
This 380 sq. ft room is perfect for hosting small and
private meetings. The space features a 16 ft board table        School Facilities
with seating up to 15 people. It also displays several          The Arts and Recreation Centre rents school facilities
pieces of artwork donated by local artists of Quesnel           outside of school hours for community users.
that gives the room a tranquil atmosphere.                      Gymnasiums, libraries and the theatre at Correlieu
$21.75/$27.25 per hour or                                       Secondary School can be reserved. For more
5+ hours charged the daily rate of $108.75/$136.25              information on availability and rental rates or to reserve
                                                                a space, e-mail or call Sue at smillership@quesnel.ca or
Lounge                                                          250-991-4013.
Located at the North end of the centre this 576 sq. ft
space works well for all types of events. It features a         Elementary Schools:
small kitchen area convienent for serving refreshments          Barlow Creek		      Bouchie Lake
or food. This room can be set up with or without tables         Carson			Dragon Lake
and chairs to a capacity of 49 people.                          Lakeview		 Parkland
$27.25/$34.25 per hour or                                       Red Bluff		         Riverview
5+ hours charged the daily rate of $136.25/$171.25              Voyageur
Meeting Room
                                                                Secondary Schools:
This 268 sq. ft room is perfect for those small
                                                                Correlieu
personable meetings and gatherings. It is conveniently
                                                                Quesnel Junior School
set up with a 7ft x 7ft work surface accompanied with
round table seating for up to 12 people.
$21.75/$27.25 per hour or
5+ hours charged the daily rate of $108.75/$136.25

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RENTAL SPACE
                                                            Looking for a space to host a meeting or special event? The
                                                            Quesnel Arenas have several meeting room options available
                                                            for both private and community events. All rooms include
                                                            the amenities of Wi-Fi, flip charts, tables and chairs. Meeting
                                                            rooms are rented on an hourly or full day basis with rates
                                                            dependent on room size. Addition fees may apply for Liability
                                                            Insurance, SOCAN (Society of Composers, Authors and Music
                                                            Publishers of Canada), damage deposit and maintenance set
                                                            up/clean up fees. For more information on availability or to
                                                            reserve a space, e-mail or call Lori at lsmetaniuk@quesnel.ca
                                                            or 250-992-7125

     Quesnel Arenas                                         Dunkley Multi-purpose Room
                                                            1632 sq ft is a great venue for your private or corporate event!
                                                            The hall overlooks the West Fraser Centre Arena
                                                            $44.00/$55.25 per hour or 5+ hours are charged a daily rate
                                                            of $220.50/$275.75

     ARENA 2                                                Quesnel Observer Meeting Room
     500 Barlow Avenue                                      This 672 sq ft room is located downstairs, ice level in
     Quesnel, BC V2J 2C8		                                  the West Fraser Centre. It is perfect for any business or
     250-992-7125 www.quesnel.ca                            organization meetings.
                                                            $19.00/23.75 per hour or 5+ hours are charged the daily rate
     WEST FRASER CENTRE                                     of $94.50/$118.25
     330 Vaughan Street
     Quesnel, BC V2J 2T2                                    West Fraser Centre Dry Floor
     250-992-7125                                           Is available to rent for any ceremony or celebration!
                                                            $1,071.00 /$1,338.75 daily rate
     SUMMER OFFICE HOURS
     From April 1 – September 1, 2019 the office            Arena #2 dry floor
     located in Arena 2 concession will be open             Is available for many sport or special event.
     Tuesday thru Friday from 9:00am – 2:00pm               Hourly & daily rates

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Parks And Fields
The City of Quesnel features many serviced parks and               Nature Education Centre, four tennis courts, a sand volleyball
outdoor recreation facilities. These locations are great for       court, and a system of hiking trails.
taking your wedding photos, having a church or club picnic,
playing weekly football games or a one-time ball game. For         School Fields and Diamonds
more information on availability or to reserve a space, e-mail     Fields and baseball diamonds located at the many schools
or call Lori at lsmetaniuk@quesnel.ca or 250-992-7125              within School District 28 are available to rent during the
                                                                   summer season. For more information on availability or to
Baker Creek Park                                                   reserve a space, e-mail or call Lori at lsmetaniuk@quesnel.ca
Baker Creek Park is a great place for a stroll during any          or 250-992-7125
season. Part of the Riverfront Trail system, it offers a great
environment for observing spawning salmon, and is home to
the local Skate Park. Located in the West Village, it is next to
the West Park Mall and close to local shops and restaurants.

Cariboo Field
Located in West Village this location has two baseball
diamonds with stands and dug outs.

LeBourdais Park
LeBourdais Park is Quesnel's main city park, located in
downtown Quesnel. Its facilities include picnic tables, a
childrens' playground, water spray park, a band stand and a
little league baseball diamond. LeBourdais Park is also home
to the Quesnel Museum and archives, heritage rose garden,
the Visitor Information Centre and the Billy Barker Days
Society building. Bordering the park is the Pioneer Cemetery,      Quesnel River Front Trail
the Quesnel Arenas and the Quesnel Curling Rink. LeBourdais        The Riverfront Trail System is a paved trail that gives residents
Park was named after Louis LeBourdais, who represented this        and visitors access to the river environment and provides
area in B.C.'s Legislative Assembly in Victoria. His gravestone    a scenic, peaceful circle tour through the community. The
is found in Pioneer Cemetery.                                      Riverfront Trail has two sections, north and west, connected
                                                                   by the Fraser River Footbridge. The north section is five
                                                                   kilometres long and takes about one hour to complete at
Pioneer Park
                                                                   a leisurely walking pace. Ceal Tingley Park, located at the
Pioneer Park is perhaps one of Quesnel's best kept secrets.
                                                                   confluence of the Quesnel and Fraser Rivers is "Kilometer 0"
Situated on Dragon Lake and accessed from Campsite Road,
                                                                   of the system and has many attractions within its borders.
Pioneer Park has firepits, a large open area, picnic tables, and
                                                                   The trail passes along the Quesnel River, through the North
a forested area. The park is designated for group functions. If
                                                                   Quesnel neighbourhood and along the Fraser River to return
you would like to book the park, call Louise at 250-747-2578.
                                                                   to Heritage Corner and Ceal Tingley Park. The west section is
                                                                   4.3 km long. From the footbridge, the trail parallels the Fraser
West Fraser Timber Park                                            River before crossing North Fraser Drive, and taking you
West Fraser Timber Park is the largest of Quesnel's city parks.
                                                                   through Sugarloaf Park, along a short stretch of residential
It is located west of Johnston Subdivision at the base of
                                                                   street, before crossing and then meandering alongside Baker
Plywood Hill. The park houses four softball diamonds, one
                                                                   Creek. Signage along the trail provides insight into the history,
baseball diamond, a playground, a lawn bowling facility, the
                                                                   nature, and First Nations of the area.

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Community Events 2019

     MARCH                                                    April 9       Quesnel Community          250-747-3063
                                                                            Foundation Gala at the
     March 9       Teen Pool Party, 13-17      250-992-8200
                                                                            Seniors Center
                   years old only from
                   8pm-midnight                               April 12      Spring Sip & Shop 6pm      250-747-0889
                                                                            at The Lodge
     March 9-10    Bantam House Hockey     250-992-7125
                   Tournament at the Arena                    April 13-14   Lacrosse Tournament at     250-992-7125
                                                                            the Arena
     March 20      Super Bingo                 250-992-8347
                                                              April 14      Greg Kennedy –             250-992-8200
     March 22-24   Goldpanners Hockey      250-992-7125
                                                                            Innovative Juggler
                   Tournament at the Arena
                                                                            2pm-4pm at the Chuck
     March 31      Last Public Skate of the    250-992-7125                 Mobley Theatre
                   season at the Arena
                                                              April 24      Quesnel Live Arts          250-747-2207
     March 18-31   School District 28 Spring                                Presents “John
                   Break                                                    McLachlan & Mark
     March 25-31   Forestry League Hockey 250-992-7125                      Atkinson” 7:30pm at the
                   Tournament at the Arena                                  Chuck Mobley Theatre
                                                              April 25-27   Foxxie Follies Burlesque   250-992-5814
     APRIL                                                                  Show at the Occidental
     April 2-27    Accepting donations of  250-992-9580                     (19+)
                   used books, puzzles,
                   DVDs, etc. at the                          MAY
                   Museum/Visitors Centre                     May 1-Aug 31 Horseshoe Pitchers Club 250-747-3109
                   Tuesday to Saturday                                     Fun Nights on Mondays
                   9am-4pm for the Friends                                 and Wednesdays
                   of the Museum Book                                      (Weather Permitting)
                   Sale
                                                              May 1         Museum Opens for           250-992-9580
     April 5       Discount Swim 6pm-          250-992-8200                 the season Tuesday to
                   10pm at the Recreation                                   Saturday 9:30am-5pm
                   Centre                                                   Opens daily after May 21
     April 5-27    “In Memory of Alida”        250-992-8200   May 3         Duffle Bag Theatre:        250-992-8200
                   – Big Country Printers                                   Little Red Riding Hood
                   Group of Artists Show at                                 6pm-8pm at the Chuck
                   the Quesnel Art Gallery                                  Mobley Theatre
     April 6       RCMA Open Mic Night at 250-992-5814        May 3         Discount Swim 6pm-         250-992-8200
                   The Occidental 6:30pm-                                   10pm at the Recreation
                   9:30pm                                                   Centre

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May 3       Family Fun Night           250-992-8200
            6:30pm-9pm at the
            Recreation Centre
            (General admission)
May 3-25    “Reach for the Stars”      250-992-8200
            – Quesnel Quilt Guild
            Show at the Quesnel Art
            Gallery
May 4       Farmers Market 8am-        250-747-8543
            1pm at Helen Dixon
May 4       Friends of the Museum      250-992-9580
            Used Books, Antiques &
            Uniques Sale 10am-2pm
            at 705 Carson Ave
May 4       RCMA Open Mic Night at 250-992-5814
            The Occidental 6:30pm-
            9:30pm
May 4-5     Chamber of Commerce        250-992-7262
            Home & Outdoor                                June 7       Discount Swim 6pm-        250-992-8200
            Adventure Show at the                                      10pm at the Recreation
            West Fraser Centre                                         Centre
May 11      Farmers Market 8am-        250-747-8543       June 8       Farmers Market 8am-       250-747-8543
            1pm at Helen Dixon                                         1pm at Helen Dixon
May 11      Q City Singers Spring      qcitysingers@      June 8-9     Quesnel Horseshoe         250-747-3109
            Concert                    gmail.com                       Pitchers Club Open
May 11-12   Lacrosse Tournament at     250-992-7125                    Tournament
            the Arena                                     June 15      Farmers Market 8am-       250-747-8543
May 18      Farmers Market 8am-        250-747-8543                    1pm at Helen Dixon
            1pm at Helen Dixon                            June 15      Quesnel Pride and         quesnel.pride@
May 24      Rotary Club of Quesnel’s   250-983-2423                    Community Outreach        gmail.com
            Annual Diamond                                             Pride Parade 2019 1pm
            Calcutta at the Seniors                       June 22      Farmers Market 8am-       250-747-8543
            Centre                                                     1pm at Helen Dixon
May 24      Foxxie Follies Burlesque   250-992-5814       June 28-     “Emotional Abstracts” –   250-992-8200
            Show at the Occidental                        July 27      Artist: Michael Kast at
            (19+)                                                      the Quesnel Art Gallery
May 25      Farmers Market 8am-        250-747-8543       June 29      Farmers Market 8am-       250-747-8543
            1pm at Helen Dixon                                         1pm at Helen Dixon
May 25-26   Quesnel Horseshoe          250-747-3109
            Pitchers Club Spring
                                                          JULY
            Opener Tournament                             July 5       Discount Swim 6pm-        250-992-8200
                                                                       10pm at the Recreation
May 31-     “Indigenous Collective”    250-992-8200
                                                                       Centre
June 22     – A Group Show at the
            Quesnel Art Gallery                           July 6       Farmers Market 8am-       250-747-8543
                                                                       1pm at Helen Dixon
JUNE
                                                          July 13-14   Quesnel Horseshoe         250-747-3109
June 1      Farmers Market 8am-        250-747-8543                    Pitchers Club
            1pm at Helen Dixon                                         Midsummer Fun
June 1      RCMA Open Mic Night at 250-992-5814                        Tournament
            The Occidental 6:30pm-                        July 13      Farmers Market 8am-       250-747-8543
            9:30pm                                                     1pm at Helen Dixon
June 1      Brave Souls Day –          bravesoultickets   July 18-21   Billy Barker Days 45th    250-992-1234
            Quesnel 2019 10am-         @gmail.com                      Festival at Lebourdais
            6pm at the Billy Barker                                    Park
            Casino Hotel

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August 10       Children’s Activity Day     250-992-9580
                                                                                 at The Museum (Please
                                                                                 register in advance for
                                                                                 activities, games, and
                                                                                 crafts. Suitable for kids
                                                                                 ages 5-12.)
                                                                 August 10-11    Quesnel Horseshoe           250-747-3109
                                                                                 Pitchers Club Fall
                                                                                 Windup Tournament
                                                                 August 12       Summer Ice Starts at        250-992-7125
                                                                                 the Arena
                                                                 August 17       Farmers Market 8am-         250-747-8543
                                                                                 1pm at Helen Dixon
                                                                 August 23-25 Quesnel Agriculture and        250-992-9317
                                                                              Exhibition Association –
                                                                              Quesnel Fall Fair at the
                                                                              Recreation Centre
                                                                 August 23-      Quesnel Four H Annual       250-747-3836
                                                                 25              Show & Sale at Alex
                                                                                 Fraser Park
                                                                 August 24       Farmers Market 8am-         250-747-8543
                                                                                 1pm at Helen Dixon
                                                                 August 31       Farmers Market 8am-         250-747-8543
                                                                                 1pm at Helen Dixon

     July 20         Farmers Market 8am-
                     1pm at Helen Dixon
                                                  250-747-8543
                                                                   Ducks Unlimited Canada
     July 27         Farmers Market 8am-          250-747-8543     Wetlands are one of
                     1pm at Helen Dixon
                                                                   Canada’s greatest resources.
     July 28-Aug 1   Jam Camp North 2019          250-992-6196
                     at Cottonwood House
                     Historic Site                                 Please support Ducks Unlimited Canada by attending
                                                                   our 33th Annual Quesnel Fundraising Event and help
     AUGUST                                                        us stop the loss of these valuable wetlands in British
     August 2        Discount Swim 6pm-           250-992-8200     Columbia.
                     10pm at the Recreation
                     Centre                                        Place:       Quesnel Seniors Centre
     August 2-4      Quesnel International Air 250-925-4502        Date:        Saturday, May 4th, 2019
                     Show – Skyfest 2019                           Time:        5:00 Cocktails – 6:00 pm Dinner
     August 2-5      Artswells: Festival of All   250-994-3466
                     Things Art                                    Tickets: $55.00 per person
     August 2-30     “Wildfires 2017              250-992-8200
                                                                   To purchase tickets please contact
                     Project” – Artist: Nicole
                     Johnston at the Quesnel                       Ducks Unlimited Canada Event Chair
                     Art Gallery                                   Ray Kinloch 250-747-8313
     August 3        Farmers Market 8am-          250-747-8543     To learn more about Ducks Unlimited Canada,
                     1pm at Helen Dixon
                                                                   visit our website at www.ducks.ca.
     August 10       Farmers Market 8am-          250-747-8543
                     1pm at Helen Dixon

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Aquatic Programs

     SWIMMING ADMISSION STANDARDS
                                                                                       POOL RULE
                                                                              !
     For the safety of children under the age of 7 years
     Children under the age of 7 years must be accompanied by
     a responsible person aged 16 or older. This person will be
     responsible for the child’s direct supervision and must stay
                                                                                       REMINDERS
     within arms-reach at all times. There is a maximum of four
     children under the age of 7 allowed per responsible person.

     For patrons wishing to enjoy the deep end of the pool
     At the staff’s discretion, a patron may be asked to do a swim
     test before being allowed to swim in the deep end of the pool
     without a lifejacket. The swim test is comprised of swimming               Shower Before Entering the Pool
     two continuous widths or a portion of the length of the main
     pool comfortably and without stopping. Anyone who cannot
     complete this test to the staff member’s satisfaction will be        Help keep the pool water clean by showering
     asked to wear a lifejacket while using the deep end of the           before entering the pool. Oils and sweat put
     pool.                                                                    more strain on the filtration system.
     For the safety and enjoyment of patrons and staff
     The staff reserve the right to refuse access to the facility. This   By showering before entering the pool you are
     includes patrons who may be under the influence of drugs             helping to keep chlorine levels in the pool low.
     and/or alcohol. Anyone being verbally or physically abusive
     towards staff or other patrons will be asked to leave the
     facility immediately.

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Aquatics Programs
AQUATIC SPECIAL SERVICES

SWIM PROGRAMS FOR THOSE WITH SPECIAL                               FREE SWIM EVALUATIONS
NEEDS                                                              Unsure of which swim level to register your child? A qualified
We offer one-on-one swim instruction for those with special        swim instructor can help you. Drop by or give us a call at 250-
needs. Please contact the centre at 250-992-8200 for               992-8200 and set up your free swim evaluation!
information and to book your lesson.
$15.30/$19.15 per 30 minute lesson
                                                                   AQUATIC PERSONAL TRAINING AND THERAPY
                                                                   This program is designed using the resistance of water.
PRIVATE SWIMMING LESSONS                                           Our qualified WaterART rehabilitation instructor will set up
If one-on one instruction suits your needs, call or drop by the    a program designed specifically for your individual fitness
Quesnel Arts & Recreation Centre to fill out a private lesson      and therapy goals. Individuals with cardiovascular disease,
request form. Private lessons will now be offered at set times     pulmonary disease, Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, arthritis,
starting January 2, 2019.                                          Fibromyalgia, functional and age related problems, motor
                                                                   vehicle accidents and concerns with back, hip, knees,
                                                                   shoulders and ankles will find this program beneficial.
MON – FRI   January 2, 2019 – April 1st, 2019   12:00PM – 3:00PM
                                                                   Please call us at 250-992-8200 or register at the Quesnel Arts
WED / FRI   January 2, 2019 – August 31, 2019    3:30PM – 5:30PM   and Recreation Centre to book your aqua therapy sessions.
SUN         January 2, 2019 – August 31, 2019 10:00AM – 12:00PM    $25.20/$31.50 per 30 minute lesson
                                                                   $50.40/$63.00 per 60 minute lesson
$24.50/$30.65 per 30 minute private lesson
$17.35/$21.70 per person per 30 minute semi-private lesson
(two people max)
Note: Adult bookings will have additional applicable taxes

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RED CROSS PARENT & TOT LESSONS                            RED CROSS SWIM KIDS LESSONS

                                         STARFISH                          LEVEL 1         5+YRS
                                     4-12 MONTHS                           Enter pool safely, float and glide on
                                      With Parent                          front and back, rhythmic breathing x 3

                                                                           LEVEL 2         5+YRS
                                                                           Move in deep water with assistance,
                  DUCK                                                     rhythmic breathing x 10, flutter kick on
              12-24 MONTHS                                                 front, back and side, 10 sec surface
                With parent                                                support, 5m swim

                                                                           LEVEL 3         6+YRS
                                                                           Comfortable in deep water, rhythmic
                                                                           breathing x 15, 5m front crawl,15m
                                     SEA TURTLE                            swim
                                         2-3 YEARS
                                         With parent
                                                                           LEVEL 4        7+YRS
                                                                           10m front crawl, 25m swim

      RED CROSS PRESCHOOL LESSONS
                                                                           LEVEL 5         8+YRS
                                                                           1 min. surface support, 15m front and
               SEA OTTER                                                   back crawl, 50m swim
               3-5 YEARS
     Assisted basic floats, glides and
                  kicks
                                                                           LEVEL 6         9+YRS
                                                                           25m front and back crawl, whip kick
                                                                           front and back 10m, 75m swim
                                    SALAMANDER
                                      3-5 YEARS
                            Open eyes under water, assisted
                            distance swim, floats and glides               LEVEL 7        9+YRS
                                                                           50m front and back crawl, 15m
                                                                           elementary back and breast stroke,
                SUNFISH                                                    150m swim
                3-5 YEARS
     Can swim with buoyant aid, can                                        LEVEL 8        10+YRS
     jump into pool into chest deep                                        75m front and back crawl, 25m
         water, floats and glides                                          elementary back and breast stroke,
                                                                           200m swim
                                     CROCODILE
                                      3-5 YEARS                            LEVEL 9        11+YRS
                            Increases distances, roll overs,               100m front and back crawl, 50m
                               deep water skills, further                  elementary back and breast stroke,
                              swimming skills developed                    15m side stroke, 300m swim

                 WHALE                                                     LEVEL 10        11+YRS
                 3-5 YEARS                                                 100m front and back crawl, 50m
        Surface support, rhythmic                                          elementary back and breast stroke,
     breathing, dolphin kick, increased                                    50m breast stroke, 400m swim
       swimming distance and skills

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Spring/Summer Swimming Lesson Schedule

SPRING BREAK SWIMMING LESSONS

MONDAY - FRIDAY
March 18 – 29    10 lessons
 10:00am                 Level 3 735                Sea Otter 655             Sunfish 726        Salamander 674
 10:30am                 Level 4 769                Level 5 790               Sea Otter 656      Level 1 746
 11:00am                 Crocodile/Whale 706/714    Level 1 747               Level 6 760        Level 7/8 693/698
 11:30am                 Salamander 675             Level 4 770               Level 2 688

FRIDAYS
April 5 – June 7 8 Lessons (No lesson April 19 and May 17)
 5:30pm                         Sea Otter 2505                Level 1 2534                  Level 3 2551
 6:00pm                         Level 2 2451                  Starfish 2562                 Sea Otter 2506
 6:30pm                         Level 4 2579                  Salamander 2570               Level 9-10 2604/2607
 7:00pm                         Duck 2564                     Level 5 2586

SATURDAYS
April 6 – June 8 8 Lessons (no lessons April 20 and May 18)
 10:00am        Starfish 2563           Level 5 2587             Level 2 2542                 Level 9/10 2605/2608
 10:30am        Level 1 2535            Duck 2565                Salamander 2571
 11:00am        Level 3 2552            Sea Turtle 2567          Level 7/8    2597/2600       Junior Lifeguard 2612
 11:30am        Sea Otter 2507          Level 4 2580

  RED CROSS PRESCHOOL and LEVEL 1-6 SWIM LESSON PRICES               RED CROSS LEVEL 7-10 SWIM LESSON PRICES
  8 x 30 minute lessons $42.80/$53.50                                8 x 60 minute lessons $52.80/$66.00
  9 x 30 minute lessons $48.15/$60.20                                9 x 60 minute lesson $59.40/$74.25
  10 x 30 minute lessons $53.50/$66.90                               10 X 60 minute lesson $66.00/$82.50

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Aquatics Programs

                    MONDAYS
                    April 8 – June 10 8 Lessons (no lessons April 22 and May 20)
                     3:30pm                        Level 1 2536                    Level 2 2546              Sea Otter 2508
                     4:00pm                        Salamander 2572                 Level 3 2556              Sea Turtle 2568
                     4:30pm                        Level 4 2581                    Sunfish 2610              Level 5 2588
                     5:00pm                        Level 3 2557                    Level 6 2592              Level 1 2537

                    TUESDAYS
                    April 9 – June 11 10 Lessons
                     3:30pm                                  Sea Otter 2529                        Level 2 2543
                     4:00pm                                  Level 3 2558                          Salamander 2573
                     4:30pm                                  Level 1 2544                          Level 7/8 2598/2602
                     5:00pm                                  Level 4 2582

                    MONDAY – FRIDAY
                    July 8 – 19      10 Lessons
                     10:00am                                 Sea Otter 2530                        Level 1   2545
                     10:30am                                 Level 2 2547                          Level 6 2593
                     11:00am                                 Level 4 2583                          Salamander 2574
                     11:30am                                 Sunfish 2611                          Level 3 2559

                    MONDAY – FRIDAY
                    July 22 – August 2        10 Lessons
                     10:00am                                 Level 5/6 2589/2594                   Salamander 2575
                     10:30am                                 Level 3 2577                          Sea Otter 2531
                     11:00am                                 Level 2 2548                          Level 9/10 2606/2609
                     11:30am                                 Level 1   2538

                      RED CROSS PRESCHOOL and LEVEL 1-6 SWIM LESSON PRICES               RED CROSS LEVEL 7-10 SWIM LESSON PRICES
                      8 x 30 minute lessons $42.80/$53.50                                8 x 60 minute lessons $52.80/$66.00
                      9 x 30 minute lessons $48.15/$60.20                                9 x 60 minute lesson $59.40/$74.25
                      10 x 30 minute lessons $53.50/$66.90                               10 X 60 minute lesson $66.00/$82.50

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Aquatics Programs
FRENCH SWIMMING LESSONS

MONDAY – FRIDAY
July 22 – August 2       10 lessons
 10:00am                                                      Level 1/2 2740/2741
 10:30am                                                      Level 3    2742
 11:00am                                                      Level 4    2743
 11:30am                                                      Level 5/6 2744/2745

MONDAY – FRIDAY
August 6 – 16    9 Lessons (no lesson August 5)
 10:00am                                Level 1/2    2539/2549                    Sea Turtle 2569
 10:30am                                Sea Otter 2532                            Level 3/4   2560/2584
 11:00am                                Level 5/6 2590/2596                       Level 7/8 2599/2603
 11:30am                                Duck 2566

MONDAY – FRIDAY
August 19 – 30   10 Lessons
 10:00am                                Level 1 2540                              Junior Lifeguard 2613
 10:30am                                Level 3/4    2561/2583
 11:00am                                Sea Otter 2533                            Level 5/6 2591/2595
 11:30am                                Salamander     2576                       Level 2 2550

  RED CROSS PRESCHOOL and LEVEL 1-6 SWIM LESSON PRICES                  RED CROSS LEVEL 7-10 SWIM LESSON PRICES
  8 x 30 minute lessons $42.80/$53.50                                   8 x 60 minute lessons $52.80/$66.00
  9 x 30 minute lessons $48.15/$60.20                                   9 x 60 minute lesson $59.40/$74.25
  10 x 30 minute lessons $53.50/$66.90                                  10 X 60 minute lesson $66.00/$82.50

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Aquatic Special Events And Camps
     FRIDAY NIGHT DISCOUNT SWIMS                                      H2 OH! ~ Ages 7-13yrs
     Have a great time at the pool with your family and friends on    Show us your craziest dive, and noodle race against the
     the 1st Friday of the month from 6:00pm-10:00pm.                 lifeguards. We will teach you how to snorkel and play Water
     The dates are April 5, May 3, June 7, July 5 and August 2.       Polo. Pizza lunch provided.
                                                                      2852 MON         MAR 25     12:30PM-4:00PM         $5.00/$6.25

     SWIM FOR GOOD CHEER                                              SPLASH ZONE ~ Ages 7-17yrs
     Let’s support our local food bank. We are offering free          Race on our inflatable toys and have your face painted. This
     admission to the centre on one Sunday per month from             event includes water gun competitions, games and activities.
     1:00pm – 3:00pm. Each person must bring a minimum of one         Pizza lunch provided.
     non-perishable food item.
     The dates are June 23, July 21 and August 25.                    2858 WED         MAR 27     12:30PM-4:00PM         $5.00/$6.25

                                                                      SURF’S UP
     TEEN ZONE ~ Ages 13-17yrs                                        Surf's Up! Pro-D day celebration. Run across the mats, tarzan
     Looking for something fun on a Saturday night? We will lower     into hula-hoops, jump over streams and snorkel through
     the lights, play some music, have some pizza, and have non-      the seaweed. Come and spend your school day off with the
     stop games and sports. Bring your friends and party until        aquatic staff.
     midnight!                                                        FRI 	APR 12          1:00PM-3:00PM           REGULAR ADMISSION
     627	SAT      MAR 9             9:00PM-12:00AM      $5.00/$6.25
                                                                      HELLO SUNSHINE BEACH PARTY
     FISH OUT OF WATER ~ Ages 7-13yrs                                 Bring your sunhat and sunglasses! Let's get ready for
     Join us for underwater hockey, water volleyball, water           summer together. On this Pro-D day you can expect tons
     basketball and water aerobics. Pizza lunch provided.             of water games and activities. Come and play some pool
                                                                      volleyball with the aquatic staff.
     2851    MON MAR 18             12:30PM-4:00PM      $5.00/$6.25
                                                                      MON     JUNE 3       1:00PM-3:00PM           REGULAR ADMISSION
     SPLISHIN’ and SPLASHIN’ ~ Ages 7-13yrs
     Snorkel through our seaweed world, dive for sea creatures,       ALOHA SUNDAY – HELP US DRAIN THE POOL
     tarzan into hula-hoops and enjoy our many water sports and       Sports, races, beach volleyball, games and more. Come and
     activities. Pizza lunch is provided.                             help us celebrate at the Quesnel Arts and Recreation Centre
                                                                      before our annual 2-week shutdown.
     2860    WED MAR 20             12:30PM-4:00PM      $5.00/$6.25
                                                                      SUN 	SEPT 1          11:00aM – 3:00PM        REGULAR ADMISSION

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Aquatic Youth And Teen Programs
YOUTH CRASH COURSE ~ Ages 11-15 yrs                               SUPPLEMENTARY SWIMMING LESSONS FOR
This 4-in-1 course includes Home Alone, Babysitters, Stay         SCHOOL PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS
Safe and Basic First Aid. Participants learn how to provide       The following classes are for children who have participated
care to children in a variety of age groups, and how to           in the school program and require additional time to complete
prevent and respond to emergencies. They will learn about         their level. Participants may attend as many sessions as
being safe when they are without the direct supervision of a      required to complete their level. Please have your child bring
parent, guardian, or trusted adult, both at home and in their     their progress card to the first lesson so the instructor will
communities. We will have professional guest speakers             know which skills to focus on.
throughout the week. Bring your bathing suit as there will be a   Note: Although there is no charge for this program, pre-
daily swim included.                                              registration is required so that we can schedule an appropriate
582   MON – FRI   MAR 18–22   9:00AM–3:30PM    $198.00/$248.00    number of instructors.
2509 MON – FRI JULY 8–12      9:00AM–3:30PM    $198.00/$248.00    2615	SAT	      JUNE 8       1:00PM- 3:00PM                FREE

2510 MON – FRI    AUG 12–16   9:00AM-3:30PM    $198.00/$248.00    2616	SAT	      JUNE 15      1:00PM-3:00PM                 FREE
                                                                  2617	SAT	      JUNE 22      1:00PM-3:00PM                 FREE
HOME SCHOOL SWIMMING LESSONS
This once a week program is ideal for home school students.       HOME ALONE PROGRAM ~ Ages 10+yrs
Participants will work towards their Red Cross Badges.            The Home Alone Program is designed to provide children
2614	THU	APR 4 – JUN 6 2:00PM-3:00PM           $53.50/$66.90      10 years of age and older with the necessary skills and
                                                                  knowledge to be safe and responsible when home alone for
BABYSITTER COURSE ~ Ages 11–15yrs                                 short periods of time. It will help them understand how to
This course offers basic first aid and caregiving skills for      prevent problems, handle real-life situations, and keep them
youth 11-15 years old. Participants learn how to provide care     safe and constructively occupied. The program focuses on
to children in a variety of age groups, and how to prevent and    small group discussions, problem solving, role-playing and
respond to emergencies. The course also offers youth the          instructor demonstrations. Included in the course will be basic
skills to promote themselves as babysitters to prospective        first aid, and a cyber-safety component lead by a member of
families. In order to complete this program participant must      the RCMP and a fire safety component lead by the Fire Safety
have 100% attendance.                                             Inspector. Please bring a lunch and 2 snacks. Participants are
                                                                  welcome to a free swim after the course.
583	SAT/ SUN      MAY 25 & 26 9:00AM–4:00PM    $90.00/$112.50
                                                                  586   FRI         APR 12     8:30AM–3:30PM     $52.00/$65.00
                                                                  2511 FRI         JUN 28      8:30AM–3:30PM     $52.00/$65.00
                                                                  2512 FRI          AUG 23     8:30AM–3:30PM     $52.00/$65.00

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Aquatic Leadership Programs
     BECOME A LIFEGUARD!
     Do you love to swim and work with the public? We are looking

                                                                           !      OPEN WATER
     for energetic, positive people who want to help make a
     difference. Consider this great field where everyone has fun.
     See the courses listed below.

     JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CLUB ~ Ages 8+yrs
     New Program!
     The Junior Lifeguard Club (JLC) provides an action-packed
     challenge for kids who love the water but want more than
     lessons. This program is for kids 8 years and up. Must be
     able to swim at least 25m and tread water for 2 minutes.
     2612 	SAT	APR 6-JUNE 8          11:00AM-12:00PM $66.00/$82.50
     2613    MON-FRI	AUG 19-30       10:00AM-11:00AM $66.00/$82.50

     STEP 1 & 2 ~ BRONZE COMBINATION CAMP ~
     Ages 13+yrs
     The Bronze Medallion is the first step and Bronze Cross
     is the second step towards the lifeguarding certification
     in Canada. Bronze Medallion includes water safety,
     rescues, resuscitation, and an introduction to spinal injury
     management. Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who
     want the challenge of more advanced lifesaving training and
     an introduction to safety supervision.
     Candidates develop proficiency at performing patient
     assessments, managing aquatic spinal injuries, and
     preventing the loss of life in a variety of aquatic emergencies,
     while developing stroke endurance (includes a 600m timed
     swim) and fitness training skills.
     799     MON-FRI MAR 18-22       9:00AM-4:00PM $396.00/$495.00        It is important to make sure that
     STEP 3 ~ STANDARD FIRST AID WITH CPR ‘C’
                                                                          when swimming in open water to
     Comprehensive two-day course offering first aid and                   always have a buddy system in
     cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who              place. Weather is also another
     need training due to work requirements or who want more
     knowledge to respond to emergencies at home. Course meets           factor to consider when venturing
     legislation requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety             out into the lake.
     and insurance boards and includes the latest first aid and CPR
     guidelines.
     597 	SAT-SUN MAR 9 & 10         9:00AM-4:00PM $179.50/$224.50

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Aquatics Programs
STEP 4 ~                                                            Candidates will be given the opportunity to teach alongside an
NATIONAL LIFEGUARD AWARD ~ Ages 16+yrs                              instructor and monitor the swimmers’ progress in a variety of
This 8 day course builds on the fundamental skills, knowledge       levels.
and values taught in the lifesaving awards to develop the              *The candidate must be present for all course dates, no
practical skills and knowledge required by lifeguards. NL              exceptions. Parents are welcome to attend on
education is designed to develop a sound understanding                 Saturday June 8th for the stroke evaluation and course
of lifeguarding principles, good judgement and a mature                orientation
and responsible attitude toward the role of the lifeguard.
Participants must show proof of Bronze Cross, CPR ‘C’, and
Standard First aid or equivalent.
2621 MON – THUR   JUL 22-AUG 1   8:00AM-3:00PM    $519.75/$649.50
                                                                                       LIFE JACKETS
                                                                             !
STEP 5 ~
RED CROSS WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR (WSI)
COURSE ~ Ages 15+yrs
                                                                                         AND PFD’S
The Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Course prepares candidates
to instruct the Red Cross Swim programs. Candidates focus
on strategies to introduce and develop swimming and water
safety skills in the Red Cross Swim Preschool, Red Cross
Swim Kids, Red Cross Swim @ School, Red Cross Swim @
Camp, Red Cross Swim for Adults & Teens, and Red Cross
Swim Adapted programs. Participants must have completed
Red Cross Level 10 and Bronze Cross.
2622	SEE COURSE DETAILS BELOW                    $393.75/$517.75
1 SKILLS EVALUATION AND COURSE ORIENTATION
  SAT JUN 8 1:00PM-4:30PM
  Candidates will complete Water Safety Skills, Strokes, and
  Instructor Emergency Response (IER) Skills.
2 ONLINE
  SUN JUN 9 – JUL 14
  Candidates will work at their own pace to complete a
  series of modules online. They must successfully complete                  Every year in Canada hundreds of
  each module to move on. A printed certificate is required              Canadians drown while boating. Most of
  before the commencement of the in-class component.                      them never intended to be in the water,
3 CLASSROOM AND POOL                                                       they were just enjoying their boating
  TUE-FRI JUL 16–19 8:30AM-3:30PM
                                                                         activity. Only 12.5 % of people who died
  Candidates will complete the in class component and
  consolidate their learning and teaching experience                    were wearing a properly fastened and fitted
4 TEACHING EXPERIENCE
                                                                                     lifejacket or PFD.
  AUG 6-30 10:00AM-12:00PM

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Aquatics Programs

                    AQUATIC PROGRAMS FOR TEENS                                           CPR PROGRAMS
                    AND ADULTS                                                           CPR C COURSE
                                                                                         Courses on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) provide
                    ADULT DROP IN SWIM BASICS                                            the skills needed to recognize and respond to cardiovascular
                    Take as many or as few lessons as you would like. Our                emergencies and choking for adults, children, and babies
                    instructors will cover basic swimming introduction right             depending on the level of CPR chosen. Courses meet
                    up to high level stroke correction and drills. It is the perfect     legislation requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety
                    opportunity to fine tune your skills                                 and insurance boards, and include the latest CPR guidelines
                    WED	APR 3-AUG 28              8:00PM-9:00PM     REGULAR ADMISSION    and training in the use of an automated external defibrillator
                                                                                         (AED).
                    MASTERS SWIMMING                                                     2627	SUN      JUN 23            9:00AM-2:00PM    $83.00/$103.75
                    Join other adults who are eager to increase and maintain
                                                                                         2628	SAT	AUG 10                 9:00AM-2:00PM    $83.00/$103.75
                    their fitness levels while improving their swimming skills
                    and endurance. Workouts are designed by our experienced
                    coaches to help you reach your goals.
                                                                                         CPR C RECERTIFICATION CLINIC
                                                                                         In this course, participants will update their skills and
                    TUE & THU	APR 2-AUG 29 5:30PM-6:30PM            REGULAR ADMISSION    knowledge including Adult/Child/Infant CPR, treatments for
                                                                                         choking, rescue breathing, barrier devices, pocket masks, two
                    NIGHT OWL SWIM                                                       rescuer CPR (Level C) and AED. Cost includes tax.
                    Enjoy a refreshing swim and a soak in the                            613	THU	 MAR 14                 5:00PM-10:00PM    $35.75/$44.75
                    hot tub or relax in the steam sauna before
                    you turn in for the evening. Join us during
                    our quiet time at a great discounted rate!
                    MON & WED	APR 1-AUG 28 8:00PM-10:00PM		                $3.75/$4.75

                                                                                                !       Swimming as a sport

                      FIRST AID AND CPR COURSES
                      FOR GROUPS AND BUSINESSES
                      Staff and volunteers trained in first aid are valuable
                      assets to your business or organization. We can provide
                      courses for your group or business on days, dates and
                      locations that work for you (minimum 5 people). For
                      more information e-mail or call Angele Nutley, Program                  Many people do not believe that swimming is a
                      Coordinator at anutley@quesnel.ca or 250-991-4012                      “real sport”. It is in fact one of the most intense
                                                                                            sports there is. Swimming is an all-body exercise.
                                                                                            It uses more muscles than baseball and football.

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First Aid Programs
EMERGENCY FIRST AID RECERTIFICATION                                 BLENDED STANDARD FIRST AID
COURSE                                                              ‘New Program!’
Basic one-day course offering lifesaving first aid and              Blended learning is a combination of in-class, face-to-face
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for the workplace        instruction with online instruction. Theory and information are
or home. Course meets legislation requirements for                  conveyed to participants outside of the classroom through
provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards and       an online component. This allows for the in-class component
includes the latest first aid and CPR guidelines. Cost includes     to concentrate on skill development and the application of
pocket mask and tax.                                                theory. In the case of Red Cross First Aid courses, a self-
595   MAR 7    5:00PM-10:00PM                     $48.25/$60.50     paced, online session is completed first, followed by an in-
                                                                    class skills session with a Red Cross First Aid Instructor.
STANDARD FIRST AID COURSE
Comprehensive two-day course offering first aid and                 BLENDED STANDARD FIRST AID
                                                                    2623	SAT	          MAY 11    9:00AM-5:00PM      $179.50/$224.50
cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who
need training due to work requirements or who want more
                                                                    BLENDED STANDARD FIRST AID RECERTIFICATION
knowledge to respond to emergencies at home. Course meets           2624	SAT	          JUN 22    9:00AM-2:00PM      $74.50/$93.25
legislation requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety
and insurance boards and includes the latest first aid and CPR      BLENDED EMERGENCY FIRST AID
guidelines. Cost includes pocket mask and tax.                      2282	SAT	          JUL 6     9:00AM-2:00PM      $112.50/$140.50
597	SAT & SUN MAR 9 & 10 9:00AM-4:00PM          $179.50/$224.50
                                                                    BLENDED EMERGENCY FIRST AID – RECERTIFICATION
CHILDCARE EMERGENCY FIRST AID                                       2279	SUN           MAR 24    9:00AM-2:00PM      $46.00/$57.50
Basic one-day course designed to introduce caregivers
to injury prevention skills and knowledge. Course covers            BASIC LIFE SUPPORT WITH AIRWAY MANAGE-
lifesaving first aid skills and cardiopulmonary resuscitation       MENT AND OXYGEN THERAPY ‘New Program!’
(CPR and AED) for children, and babies. Course meets                Designed to build participant confidence in performing
legislation requirements for provincial/territorial early           cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills and provide
childhood education and day care worker safety requirement.         the important steps to perform a rapid assessment,
*Cost includes pocket mask and tax                                  perform Basic Life Support (BLS) skills, and perform rapid
602	APR 2 & 4 6:00PM-10:00PM                    $111.25/$139.25     defibrillation. Airway Management and Oxygen Therapy are
                                                                    also added as additional certifications to this course. This
2625	AUG 17    8:30AM-5:00PM                    $111.25/$139.25
                                                                    program is designed for in-facility and health care providers
                                                                    (nursing, care aides, dental industry, medical offices etc.), pre-
                                                                    hospital care groups (fire departments, rescue teams, sports
                                                                    therapists, lifeguards, SCUBA divers, ski patrol, etc.). Cost
                                                                    includes manual, pocket mask and tax.
                                                                    2280	SUN       MAY 5         9:00AM-4:00PM       $120.75/$151.00
                                                                    2281	SUN	AUG 14              9:00AM-4:00PM       $120.75/$151.00

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Community Contact List Spring/Summer 2019
     AGRICULTURE                                                 Friends of Barkerville                  888-994-3332
     Alex Fraser Park Society                 250-249-5153       Friends of the Library Society          maureenm@
     BCSPCA Quesnel & District Adoption       250-992-7722                                               xplornet.com
     Center & City Pound                                         Friends of the Quesnel & District       250-992-9580
     Cariboo’s Corn Maze – Australian Ranch   250-747-8336       Museum and Archives

     Dragon Lake Women’s Institute            250-747-2633       North Cariboo Metis Association         250-992-9722

     Ducks Unlimited Canada Quesnel           250-747-8313       Quesnel & District Museum and           250-992-9580
     Chapter #0197                                               Archives

     Fall Fair – Quesnel Agriculture and      250-992-9317       Quesnel Ambassador Leadership           250-316-9599
     Exhibition Association                   quesnelfallfair@   Program
                                              gmail.com          Quesnel Genealogical Society            250-992-7211
     Farmers Market                           250-747-8543       Quesnel Shiraoi Twinning Society
     Kersley Farmer’s Institute               250-297-6305                        quesnelshiraoitwinningsociety@gmail.com

     Kersley Women’s Institute                250-747-8369       Quesnel Tillicum Society                250-992-8347

     North Cariboo Draft Horse & Mule         250-992-2590       Wells Historical Society                250-994-2344
     Association                                                 HEALTH & FAMILY
     Pooch Palace –                           250-747-4404       Amata Transition House Society          250-992-7321
     Pet Boarding & Pet Sitting                                  Axis Family Resources                   250-992-2759
     Quesnel & District Four H Club           250-747-3836       Bikers Against Child Abuse – North      1-877-778-5806
     Quesnel & District Riding Club           250-249-9667       Cariboo Chapter
     Quesnel Cattlemen’s Association          250-255-5886       Child & Youth Mental Health             250-992-4267
     Quesnel Rodeo Club                       250-991-8391       Disabled Parking Program                250-992-9330
     ARTS                                                        Literacy Quesnel Society                778-414-9119
     Gold Pan City Dance Studio               250-992-2292       McNaughton Centre                       250-991-5566
     Island Mountain Arts Society             250-994-3466       Quesnel & District Child Development    250-992-2481
     Q City Singers – Community Choir         qcitysingers@      Centre
                                              gmail.com          Quesnel & District Hospice Palliative   250-985-5815
     Quesnel & District Community Arts        250-747-2207       Care Association
     Council                                                     Quesnel Child & Youth Support           250-992-5114
     Quesnel Art Gallery                      250-992-8200       Quesnel Community Living Association    250-992-7774
                                              ex. 2233           Quesnel Kidney Foundation of Canada     250-992-5122
     Quesnel Festival of Performing Arts      bscharf@           Quesnel Mental Health & Addiction       250-992-5189
     Association                              uniserve.com       Services                                250-983-6825
     Quesnel Film Club            quesnelfilmclub@gmail.com      Quesnel Multiple Sclerosis Self Help    778-414-1076
     Quesnel Live Arts                        250-747-2207       Quesnel Visually Impaired Society       250-992-5078
     Quesnel Old Time Fiddlers                250-992-5081       Quesnel Women’s Resource Centre         250-992-8472
     Quesnel Spinners & Weavers Guild         250-992-7925       The Salvation Army                      250-992-8784
     Quesnel Word Spinners Group              250-992-1567       TOPS (Take off Pounds Sensibly)         250-612-1072
     CULTURE                                                     Walmsley                                250-992-9525
     Beta Sigma Phi Sorority –                250-992-9219       NEIGHBOURHOOD & ENVIROMENT
     Laureate Delta Gamma
                                                                 Baker Creek Enhancement/Nature          250-992-5833
     Beta Sigma Phi Sorority –                250-747-3860       Education Resource
     Preceptor Chapter
                                                                 Barlow Creek Recreation Commission      250-992-9269
     Billy Barker Days Society                250-992-1234
                                                                 Bouchie Lake Recreation Commission      bouchielakerc@
     CRD Library – Quesnel Branch             250-992-7912                                               gmail.com

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