COVID-19 RECREATION RESOURCES - UPDATED: JUNE 9 - 2020 Published by the City of Merritt
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COVID-19
RECREATION
RESOURCES
UPDATED: JUNE 9
City of Merritt | COVID-19 Recreation Resources | p.1
2020 © Published by the City of Merritt Photo Credit: Scott Morrison
Content
From Tots to Youth ...................................................................................... 3
Home Activities/ Learning Tools .......................................................................... 3
Being Active ................................................................................................................ 5
Adults ............................................................................................................. 8
Home Activities/ Learning Tools .......................................................................... 8
Being Active (Civic Centre Programs) ................................................................ 9
Being Active .............................................................................................................. 10
Explore the Nicola Valley ....................................................................... 12
Biking & Hiking ........................................................................................................ 12
Fishing ........................................................................................................................ 14
Observing .................................................................................................................. 14
City Parks & Facilities ............................................................................. 15
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Photo Credit: Renee Bauwens
From Tots to Youth
Home Activities / Learning Tools
Red Cross Activity Sheets
Buckles colouring page
Cool Detec�ve: iden�fy eight signs of hypothermia
The 7 Differences
Have fun... Safely colouring page
It's in the bag colouring page
The Observer
Water Safety Brain Game: get help
Water Safety Brain Game: poten�al dangers of open water word
search
Water Safety Brain Game: what to do if your boat capsizes?
Water Safety Brain Game: it's a toss up!
Thompson Nicola Regional Library
Live story-�me
When?
Every weekday | 10:30 am
For More Info
We’re going Live! - TNRL Blog
Merritt Fire Rescue
The Merri� Fire Rescue Department are offering online
webinars, including Wildfire Science.
When?
List is being updated online
For More Info
Merri� Fire & Rescue FB page
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Jackbox party
Interior Community Services is hos�ng a Jackbox Party
Games. A winner is selected from each night to receive a
prize pack.
When?
every Friday from 1:00 – 4:00 pm
For More Info
Merri� Teen Centre FB Page
Learn a Language Online
Learning with Duolingo is fun, addic�ve and free.
Earn points for correct answers, race against the clock,
and level up.
For More Info
duolingo.com
Learn Coding Online
code.org offers free coding lessons for different age
groups
For More Info
studio.code.org/courses
Science at Home
Telus World of Science offers fun science projects you
can do at home for different age groups.
For More Info
Telus World of Science
Kids Fitness
Keep moving with Pl3y Kids Fitness for free live stream
classes.
When?
Daily at 10 am | 3pm | 7pm
For More Info
PL3y Kids Fitness FB page
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From Tots to Youth
Being Active
Active by Nature (Civic Centre Program)
Looking for a li�le adventure, site seeing and a chance to
clear your head, plus of course have some fun!? Come
out and Join Travis for a hike on one of our many local
trails. Some areas of the trail require endurance.
Lead by Travis Dianne
When?
Saturday, July 11
10:00 am
Where?
Meet @ Kane Valley
Additional Info
Parents are welcome to stay
Online Dance Lessons
Love to Dance Academy will keep you fit, healthy and
moving with these programs. No �me for Covid 19!
The joy of dance is now flowing into homes in Merri�
with Zoom dance classes:
Program
Dance for 3-6 years | Thursdays | 5:00 pm
Dance for 6-8 years | Thursdays | 4:00 pm
Dance for 7-9 years | Fridays | 5:00 pm
Dance for 9-11 years | Fridays | 4:00 pm
Ballet for Teens | Tuesdays | 5:00 pm
For More Info
Phone: 250 936 9011
Email: Ltdadance@gmail.com
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Canadian Olympic School Program
Developed in collabora�on with Canadian Tire Jumpstart
Chari�es, the Olympic Ac�vity Calendar encourages
youth across the country to par�cipate in daily physical
ac�vity, get inspired by cap�va�ng athlete stories and
ul�mately, be Olympic at home in support of their
community.
For More Info
olympic.ca/educa�on/resources
Family Water Balloon Games
Water balloon games are a great way to have water fun
in the backyard or in one of our City parks.
It uses a lot less water than sprinklers, which helps with
poten�al droughts during the summer months.
You can find inspira�on on YouTube. Here’s an example!
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Adults
Home Activities / Learning Tools
Digital Skills for Older Adults
Gluu Technology Society is a nonprofit that works side
by side with older adults to ensure they have the digital
skills needed to par�cipate in the modern world.
When?
Any�me
For More Info
Gluu Technology Society
Learning Skills Online
Skillshare is an online learning community with
thousands of classes for crea�ve and curious people, on
topics including illustra�on, design, photography, video,
freelancing, and more.
When?
Any�me
For More Info
skillshare.com
Sketching Program
The Nicola Valley Community Arts Council has the Here
and Now, Urban Sketching Program available.
When?
Any�me
For More Info
nicolavalleyartscouncil.com
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Being Active (Merritt Civic Centre programs)
Golf Fitness
This 6-week golf specific fitness class will incorporate: a
basic TPI screen (Titleist Performance Ins�tute) posture
and flexibility for golf, golf specific movement pa�ern
drills, core/back/hip and shoulder strength, proper
warm-up and injury preven�on. This class is for all levels
of golfers’ junior, amateur and pros.
Instructor: Jenny Grills
When?
• Wednesdays | 1:15-2:15 pm
June 24 - August 5 (6 weeks, no class July 1)
• Thursdays | 1:15-2:15 pm
June 25 - August 6 (6 weeks)
Where?
Voght Park
Cost?
$84
Additional Info
• Registra�on & payment in advance. Limited space.
Call 250-315-1050 to secure your spot.
• Please wear comfortable a�re to stretch in and bring
a mat & mid-iron.
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Being Active
Merritt Golf and Country Club
The Merri� Golf and Country Club is open.
Visit them online for all up to date info, prices, t-�mes
and contact.
When?
Open: 9am - 6pm
For More Info
merri�golf.com
Online Yoga Classes
Akasa offers Online Yoga Classes through their (private)
FB Group. You can par�cipate by dona�on.
Program
6 -7 classes per week:
Restora�ve, Yin, Vinyasa, Gentle, Hatha and Medita�on
For More Info
Akasa FB Group
Online Exercise for Seniors
Love to Dance Society will keep you fit, healthy and
moving with these programs. No �me for Covid 19!
The joy of dance is now flowing into homes in Merri�
with Zoom dance classes:
Program
Stretch & Strengthen for Seniors
Wednesdays | 10:00 pm
For More Info
Phone: 250 936 9011
Email: Ltdadance@gmail.com
City of Merritt | COVID-19 Recreation Resources | p.10June is Recrea�on & Parks Month
#JRPM2020 supports and amplifies our advocacy and
promo�on of the importance of recrea�on and parks and the
integral role it plays in quality of life for all Bri�sh
Columbians.
June is Recrea�on and Parks Month is also your opportunity
to celebrate and promote your local recrea�on and
park programs and facili�es!
To help you do this, we've put together a number of
promo�onal materials you can use - see below.
Make sure to use #JRPM2020 when promo�ng or pos�ng
photos and stories during this month, to highlight your
community's ac�vi�es and help inspire others!
We'll be re-pos�ng and promo�ng your events and stories
through our social media channels to showcase all the
community based ac�vi�es family, friends and neighbours
do together. We'll also be featuring these ac�vi�es in our bi-
weekly member communiques.
City of Merritt | COVID-19 Recreation Resources | p.11Explore the Nicola Valley
Biking & Hiking
Explore Trails
Now is the �me to breathe and enjoy
our beau�ful natural surroundings.
If you are a local in the Nicola Valley,
we invite you to our vast trail network
while maintaining physical distancing of
at least 6 feet or 2 meters when
encountering other hikers.
Trail Guide
This wealth of off-road informa�on provides full detail
maps of five of Merri�’s most notable, memorable, and
scenic hiking spots. The trail guide provides all the info
needed to tackle the scenic Kane Valley and Sugarloaf
Mountain, upping the difficulty with the Coutlee Plateau
and Swakum Mountain, and finally challenging even the
most seasoned outdoorsman with the chart-topping
treks of Iron Mountain.
Included is a full map of the Nicola Valley detailing how
to access each site, an in-depth map of the City of
Merri�, reflec�ons and insights from local hikers on local
trails and more.
View/Download the digital version of the trail guide.
Trailforks
Trailforks is a trail database, map & management system
for users, where you can discover, plan and share your
trail ac�vi�es.
It offers trails for Mountain Bike, E-Bike, Hiking, Trail
Running, Horse Riding, Dirt bike, Observed Trials, ATV,
(and winter sport trails)
For More Info
trailforks.com
Trailforks app
City of Merritt | COVID-19 Recreation Resources | p.12Merritt Mountain Bike Association
For addi�onal local informa�on, stay connected with the
MMBA, through their website and FB page.
For More Info
bikemerri�.com
MMBA FB page
Explore Trails Online
Explore trails in Merri� BC online! This is Part of a series
featuring trails in the Nicola Valley from winding canyons
to scenic river trails. Relax as we take you on a journey
along one of our trail networks.
Coldwater River Trail
Windy Canyon Area
Kentucky-Alleyne Provincial Park
City of Merritt | COVID-19 Recreation Resources | p.13Fishing
Merritt Fishing Holes
Explore the Top 10 Fishing Holes in and around Merri�.
The guide also includes informa�on on the Rainbow
Trout, the Brook Trout, the Burbot and the Kokanee.
View/Download the Merri� Fishing Holes Guide.
Other Resources
Angler's Atlas
Observing
Nicola Naturalist Society
If you’re interested in learning more about wildlife and
vegeta�on in the Nicola Valley, The Nicola Naturalist
Society is a great connec�on point.
For those who want to explore the nature from the
comfort of their home, they can visit their FB page and
enjoy many beau�ful photos of members sharing their
hike discoveries.
For More Info
nicolanaturalists.ca
Nicola Naturalist Society FB Group
City of Merritt | COVID-19 Recreation Resources | p.14City Parks & Facilities
City Parks
Merri� is home to 7 City Parks, which are all open to the public, including the
playgrounds on the parks.
Centennial Park · Central Park · Fairly Park · Lions Memorial Park · N'Kwala Park · Voght Park · Rotary Park
Family Activities
Get out your soccer ball, pull out that frisbee or go catch your football with your kids or
spouse.
Relaxing
Put together a picnic basket and grab a picnic blanket and bring a book or enjoy a good
conversa�on.
Get Active
Bring those home workout rou�nes to the grassy outdoors, while breathing in our clean
mountain air.
Find your running shoes and hit the track on Voght Park.
For more informa�on about our City Parks, please visit www.merri�.ca
City of Merritt | COVID-19 Recreation Resources | p.15Youth Skate Park
Wether you like to skate, blade, roll, flip or dive, the
Youth Park is open to the public.
Please make sure to follow the physical distancing
guidelines.
Rotary Bike Park
You don’t need to look far to find some extreme
mountain bike jumps in Merri�. The Rotary Bike Park,
renovated in 2018, offers a wide variety of mountain
bike thrill.
Multi-Use Sports Box
The Mul�-Use Sports Box is open. Please make sure to
maintain physical distancing and bring your own
equipment.
Dog Park
The dog park is open to the public.
Please make sure to follow the physical distancing
guidelines.
Activity Guide UPDATES
This Ac�vity Guide will be updated as new or more
informa�on is gathered. We will share new updates on
www.merri�.ca and the City of Merri� social media channels.
Contact Information
The Ac�vity Guide - COVID-19 Edi�on is brought to you by
the Communica�ons Department of the City of Merri�.
Will George
Communications Manager
email: communica�ons@merri�.ca
phone: 250-378-8619
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