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RECREATION AND WELLNESS GUIDE WINTER 2013 Arena Activities Page 8 Yoga & Other Fitness Programs Page 4 Drop-In Programs Page 36

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R E C R E A T I O N A N D

W E L L N E S S G U I D E

W I N T E R

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Arena Activities Page 8

Yoga & Other Fitness

Programs Page 4

Drop-In Programs

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TABLE OF CONTENTS Upcoming Special Events

4 Fitness

8 Arena

18 Curling

20 Seniors

22 Snowmobiling

26 Arts & Culture

30 Community Support

36 Community School Programs

38 Community Groups

District of Sicamous

Recreation and Wellness

Department

446 Main St. P.O. Box 219

Sicamous, BC V0E 2V0

Tel: (250) 836-2477 ext: 2170

Fax: (250) 836-4314

[email protected]

SNOWDAYS 2013

(January 25—March 3)

Unplug & Play Family

Literacy Week

January 21—27

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Mission Statement

It is the mission of the District of Sicamous Recreation and Wellness Department

to facilitate and provide recreational and wellness activities that enhance and

promote social, cultural, health and general well-being of its residents and

visitor’s. In developing strong community partnerships the Recreation and

Wellness Department will strive to provide the most comprehensive and

inclusive programming possible for the community.

An Exciting New Program

The District of Sicamous is excited to introduce the new

Recreation and Wellness Department. The District has

recently hired West Martin-Patterson as the Recreation and

Wellness Coordinator. West brings extensive experience in

recreational programming in a variety of different recreational

settings. West will be working towards building positive

community partnerships and will bring creativity and exciting

ideas to the District of Sicamous.

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FITNESS FOR EVERYONE!

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Are you a fitness instructor?

Do you have a community fitness idea?

We are looking for local motivated individuals

to join our team!

For more information please contact the

Recreation and Wellness Department

Phone #250-836-2477 ext 2170

Email: [email protected]

Fitness Tip: It’s snow shoveling season and that means sore backs. To

prevent injury try alternating your left and right sides while you shovel.

This will help to prevent muscle imbalance.

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Love Your Body Tuesdays 5:00-6:15

217 Finlayson St.

An introduction to the practice of yoga ,

this flow class is for youth ages 12-18 and

will focus on getting in touch with your

body in a positive way. Come to your

mat, get grounded and witness the

amazing ability of the human body

Warm Beginnings Tuesdays 6:30-7:45

217 Finlayson St.

This flow class is for those who may have

never practiced yoga or for those who

would simply like to deepen their practice.

Variations to poses will be offered for all

levels in order for you to get the most out

of your yoga class. We will primarily look

at restorative and flow yoga.

I AM YOGA STUDIO In cooperation with the District of Sicamous Recreation and Wellness Department

Instructor Sarah Kyllo

Tuesdays Jan.17th—Apr.4th

Upstairs in the Medical/Dental Clinic on

217 Finlayson St.

Bring your own mat and try to show up 10

minutes early

Register for all Yoga classes at the District of

Sicamous office building

Prepay in advance: 12 sessions for only $84

That’s a $18 savings!

Drop In: $8.50

For more information please contact the

Recreation and Wellness Department

Phone #250-836-2477 ext 2170

Email: [email protected]

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Spinning with Cinthya

Thurdays Jan.17th—Apr.4th

6:00-7:00pm at Whib’s Gym

1217 Shuswap Ave

Register for all spinning classes at the District

of Sicamous office building

Prepay in advance: 12 sessions for only $120

That’s a $24 savings!

Drop In: $12

For more information please contact the

Recreation and Wellness Department

Phone #250-836-2477 ext 2170

Email: [email protected]

Want to torch calories? Spinning might be for you!

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Zumba Fitness coming soon!

We are looking to bring the exercise/dance

sensation to Sicamous.

Be one of the first to be notified when we

start Zumba classes by contacting:

Recreation and Wellness Department

Phone #250-836-2477 ext 2170

Email: [email protected]

Stay tuned!!

COMING SOON!!!

PERSONAL TRAINING

Kick start your new years resolution!

At the Sicamous and District Rec Center

Fitness Center.

West Martin-Patterson is BCRPA certified

and has trained high performance athletes

to people looking for general fitness.

West will work with you to develop a safe

and effective workout routine that is

custom made for you so you can see

results!

1 Person $100 for 5 sessions

Or partner up and save!

2 People $150 for 5 sessions

Register at the District of Sicamous office

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Phone #250-836-2477 ext 2170

Email: [email protected]

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The Sicamous and District Recreation Centre contributes significantly to

the community and outlining areas. Visitors to the Recreation Centre

experience opportunities for social, cultural and recreation activities.

The facility provides a great place for hockey, figure skating and many

more community events and activities.

Sicamous & District Recreation Centre

1121 Eagle Pass Way

Sicamous, BC

Phone #250-836-2283

Cell #250-517-9243

Email: [email protected]

www.sicamousreccentre.ca

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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE REC CENTRE

Public Skating

All Ages

Everyone is welcome to FREE public

skating. Bring your skates or rent a

FREE pair at the arena. Helmets are

recommended. A fun activity for the

whole family!

Mon-Fri 9am

Tue-Fri 2pm

Fitness Centre

Only $20/month or $5 drop-in

Got some New Years resolution fitness

goals? Come work on your health and

fitness goals for an affordable price at

the Fitness Centre.

7am-10am Ladies Only

10am-4pm Open for Public Use

4pm-5pm Reserved for junior hockey

team when needed.

5pm-9pm Open for Public Use

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Nutrition Tip: Watch the sugar. Often people think by drinking fruit juices or eating low-fat

fruit roll-ups and such, they are cutting out or eliminating sugar. The fact is that some fruit

juices have more sugar than a soda. Reduction of sugar is important to good health;

therefore always check out the sugar content of anything you put in your mouth, even if it

appears to be healthy.

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Figure Skating

Begins January 8th

Tuesdays 5pm—8pm

Programs:

Pre-School CanSkate Ages 4-6

FastTrack

Intermediate & Senior—All Ages

Contact Karen Kremer

#250-836-3253

[email protected]

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE REC CENTER

Skate Canada Programs: CanSkate

CanSkate is Skate Canada's flagship learn-to-skate program, designed for beginners of all ages.

When you sign up for CanSkate you will be in a program that focuses on fun, participation and basic

skill development. You will earn badges and other incentives as you learn fundamental skating skills.

Lessons are given in a group format and led by an NCCP certified professional coach. Professional

coaches are assisted by trained Program Assistants. The coach to student ratio is a maximum of 1:10.

Skaters progress at their own rate and coaches make sessions active using teaching aids, music and

a wide variety of activities that create a fun environment and promote learning. CanSkate is the feeder

program to all other Skate Canada Skating Programs, and is presented by BMO Financial Group,

reflecting its commitment to grassroots development.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE REC CENTER

Adult Hockey

Old Timers Hockey Team

This hockey is generally for players 35

and older. They are always looking for

new players to join up.

Contact Doug Hogg

#1-250-838-9784

Sicamous Blues Hockey Team

Contact Nick Dewitt

#250-804-4930

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Wellness Tip: Laughter is the best medicine

No kidding. Laughing out loud relaxes your body, boosts your immune system,

releases endorphins, and protects your heart. The good feeling you get when

you laugh stays with you after the joke is over. Science has proven many

physical and mental benefits, so laugh often!

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SICAMOUS & DISTRICT RECREATION

CENTER RENTAL

Meeting Rooms

Daily including weekends

Hall Rental

Includes a laptop connection

to the big screen

Ideal for weddings, family reunions, celebration

of life, birthday parties, etc.

For availability and rental fees please contact

Wayne March, Facility Manager, at 250-836-2283

or email: [email protected]

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Fitness Tip: Kill your excuse.

If you think you're too busy to exercise, try this experiment: For one day, schedule

a time to work out, and then stick to it—even if you can exercise for only 10

minutes. At the end of the day, ask yourself if you were any less productive than

usual. The answer will probably be no—and your favorite excuse will be gone.

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Come and play hockey.

Sicamous Minor Hockey is a small association with a proven and successful

track record. Player development, education, and having fun are the main goals

of the association. The players benefit by receiving loads of ice time at very

reasonable costs. Every team practices twice during the week and two games

are generally scheduled each weekend throughout the winter.

Sicamous and District Minor Hockey Association has produced some exceptional

hockey players that have gone on to the KIJL, WHL, BCHL, NCAA and the NHL.

Including Shea Weber and Cody Franson most recently.

To receive more information please contact:

Samanthan Dunnet

Association President

Phone #250-836-3218

Email: [email protected]

www.sicamousminorhockey.com

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TEAMS

Pre-Novice

Coaches Jeff Gossen, Rob Fitzpatrick,

Nic Dewitt & Bruce Munro

Skating Coach Sharon Dyball

Atoms

Coach Bev Dewitt

Manager Jake Dewitt

Pee Wee

Coaches Greg Gordon & Shane Green

Manager Christine Dunbar

Midget

Coaches James Weber & Bud

Rich

MINOR HOCKEY TOURNAMENTS

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Youth Fitness Tip: Drink Fluids. Children should drink a glass of water about 15 minutes

before they start exercising. If they're exercising in a warm environment, they should

drink a large, lukewarm glass of water every 20 minutes during the activity. Lack of water

can cause dehydration. Possible signs of dehydration include nausea and lethargy. If you

ignore these signs, the body may go into heat exhaustion or heatstroke.

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MINOR HOCKEY TOURNAMENTS

All tournaments are sanctioned by BC Hockey

The contact for all tournaments is Jake Dewitt at (250)

836-4976 or via email at [email protected]

Pre-Novice

Jan 26th

Entry fee $450

Tournament is full

Atoms House

Jan 11th-13th

Entry fee $700

Tournament is full

Pee Wee

Jan 18th-20th

Entry fee $850

Midget

Oct 6th-8th

Entry fee $1100

Tournament is full

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Youth Fitness Tip: Warm Up. Warming up prepares the muscles, tendons, ligaments, joints,

and the heart for the exercise that will follow. Children can generally warm up more quickly than

adults, simply by running in place and breathing deeply for a few minutes. They should then

slowly and gently rehearse the motions of the exercise for a few minutes, gradually building up

speed, force, and intensity.

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The Sicamous Eagles Junior Hockey Club takes great pride in offering an elite junior experience that

allows our players to develop into leading, character hockey players on the ice as well as proud com-

munity-minded citizens off the ice. They are recruited by the very best Canadian junior hockey leagues

including the BCHL, AJHL and the Western Hockey League. Quite simply, it's our team and it's our

tradition!

SICAMOUS EAGLES

2012 HOME SCHEDULE

DATE AWAY TEAM

Saturday Jan 5 7:00pm vs Osoyoos Coyotes

Friday Jan 18 7:00pm vs Summerland Steam

Saturday Jan 19 7:00pm vs Kelowna Chiefs

Sunday Jan 20 2:00pm vs Revelstoke Grizzlies

Friday Jan 25 7:00pm vs Kamloops Storm

Saturday Jan 26 7:00pm vs Beaver Valley Nitehawks

Saturday Feb 2 7:00pm vs Grand Forks Border Bruins

Sunday Feb 3 2:00pm vs Revelstoke Grizzlies

Friday Feb 8 7:00pm vs Nelson Leafs

Saturday Feb 9 7:00pm vs North Okanagan Knights

Wednesday Feb 13 7:00pm vs Chase Heat

Saturday Feb 16 7:00pm vs Chase Heat

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The cost of organized sports can be a barrier to participation and limit the choices

for some families. KidSport™ works to fulfill its mission of eliminating the financial

barriers to sport participation, “So All Kids Can Play!” Kids have the opportunity to

reach their highest potential when they have access to physical activity, which can

positively impact physical health, development of social skills, self-esteem, and

friendships. KidSport™ is a community-based sport funding program that provides

grants for children under the age of 18 to participate in a sport season of their

choice.

Winter Fitness Tip: Try a new class. Winter is the perfect opportunity to try out a new class

and a new way to work out your body. Group fitness or small group personal training also

helps motivate you to show up for the camaraderie, the fun, and the benefits that

accompany working out with a pro. Plus, you may meet some workout buddies to help you

greet the spring thaw.

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SICAMOUS CURLING CLUB

Why should you curl?

You can play at any age.

Both sexes can play (curling with your

significant other can be a lot of fun!).

The rules are easy to learn.

You don’t have to pay a lot to play.

Curling is good for your health.

Its fun!!!! (most important).

Contact Bruce Richie club president

#250-836-2226

e-mail [email protected]

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SENIORS

Seniors’ Centre

BIRTHDAY TEA

1:00pm on the 4th Sunday

of each month

Many more activities and

events!

For more info. contact:

#250-836-2446

1091 Shuwap Avenue

Sicamous, BC V0E 2V1

www.sicamousseniors.ca

G E T F I T !!!

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EVERYDAY ACTIVITIES

Pool Table

Darts

Shuffle Board

Ping Pong

TV and News

Curling sports other games

Wii Bowling and Tennis

SENIORS

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Fitness Tip: Keep on keeping on

Anyone over 65 needs to exercise just as

much as their younger counterparts. The

key is that seniors can have a less-extreme

workout regimen. Strength and aerobic

training work well together. Before you

start, be sure to consult with your doctor

and develop a fitness plan that is right for

you. And when you do begin, start slowly

and progressively ramp up your routine.

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Big Mountains! Big snow!

Sicamous and the Eagle Valley hosts some of the greatest

alpine snowmobiling in Western Canada with deep powder,

steep terrain, powder filled bowls, endless meadows and

spectacular views of Mara and Shuswap Lakes.

Sledders venturing to the Sicamous area will enjoy quick and

easy access to four outstanding mountains that offer a large

assortment of sledding terrain. The trail heads that lead to

the sledding areas of Owlhead and Queest are conveniently

located within the community, while Blue Lake and Eagle

Pass trail heads are within 20 minutes from Sicamous. These

four snowmobiling areas are accessed by forest service

roads that are carefully groomed, well-marked and mapped

out in the Sled Sicamous Snowmobile trail map brochure.

The trails to riding areas are approximately 25kms and are

groomed on a regular schedule. After the cabins, the

snowmobiling areas are uncontrolled and unmarked. The

groomed trails and snow filled mountain meadows at Blue Lake,

Owlhead and Queest areas will cater to both families and the

novice sledders. For the more experienced riders, all four of

these mountains offer an unlimited variety of challenging,

technical and extreme riding with steep terrain, intermediate

chutes and deep powder. The sledsicamous.com website

explains more about the variety of snowmobiling at each area

and offers tips for deciding on the area best suited to your

sledding skills.

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Trail user fees are kept to a minimal $20.00 fee and help to fund much

of the operational costs associated with managing the four snowmobile

areas including the superb grooming program that Sicamous is known

for. Three of the snowmobiling areas offer cozy cabins to warm up in,

enjoy your lunch and share sledding stories with other riders. All three

cabins are maintained by the dedicated volunteers of the Eagle Valley

Snowmobile Club. This year a huge amount of work was completed at

the Blue Lake, Owlhead and Queest cabins including roof maintenance,

exterior cabin upkeep, stocking of firewood and general tidy up. Plans

are in the works to build a cabin at the Eagle Pass area in the summer

of 2013.

Parking lot upgrades were also completed this fall at Eagle Pass and

Owlhead staging areas. These parking lot upgrades include bigger

turn-around areas with more vehicle and large trailer parking space

which will make your day of sledding just that much more enjoyable.

The lakeside community of Sicamous is well known for the friendly and

outstanding full service that is extended to snowmobilers. There are top

notch sled rentals, a great variety of excellent food establishments, cozy

and comfortable accommodations that are sled friendly, some with

drying rooms and indoor or outdoor hot tubs. Another important and

very valuable service snowmobilers will notice is the close proximity to

all four sled manufacture dealerships in the area, with the farthest dealer

being only 20 minutes away from Sicamous. Also, if you require some

specialized parts or service there are businesses right in town that will

be happy to help you out. What a huge benefit for those ‘mechanically

challenged days’.

To sum it all up, the four fantastic sledding areas, quaint community

atmosphere and truly friendly people in Sicamous are something you

have to experience to truly understand why Sicamous is fast becoming

one of the most popular places to play and stay in the wintertime.

For more information on Sicamous and the great sledding

opportunities in this area please visit.

www.sledsicamous.com

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Cameron Grant D.C.

Roxanne Petruk R.M.T.

No Referral Necessary

ICBC * WCB Claims

Custom Orthotics & Footwear

Sport Injuries (including snowmobiling injuries).

Injuries to shoulder, knee, ankle etc….

Call today for an appointment.

(Some visits covered by MSP)

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StrongStart is a free school-based program that provides play-based early learning opportunities for chil-

dren (0 to 5 years old) and their parents or caregivers. Families are welcome to drop in for all or just part of

the program on any day the program is running.

Location: Parkview Elementary School - 605 Parksville St.

Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 8:15am to 11:15am

Tuesday & Thursday, 2:30pm to 3:30pm

Facilitator: Cori Miller, 250-836-2871

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Eagle Valley

Arts Council The Eagle Valley Arts Council was

incorporated on August 15, 1980.

The Purpose of the Arts Council is to increase

and broaden the opportunity for artists and

residents of Sicamous and area to enjoy and

to participate in arts and cultural activities.

Our job as art advocates is to facilitate and

support events related to the arts of all kinds.

The Arts Council owns and operates the Red

Barn Arts Centre, which it is continuously

upgrading, updating, and maintaining.

Sicamous Amateur Drama Club

Rehearsals are Tuesday nights at 7pm at the Red Barn Arts

Centre. Most of the current actors started out without any

previous experience. The atmosphere is very relaxed, we

learn as we go and we laugh a lot. Once a year we have

a performance. All plays are written and directed locally

and are adjusted to each actor’s personality and ability.

Have you always thought about it but never got around to

joining the fun? Now is the time!

For more info contact:

Carla Krens #250-836-4705

www.eaglevalleyartscouncil.com

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The Eagle Valley Brush and

Palette Club

Meets Fridays from 10:00am to 3:00pm

At the Red Barn Arts Centre

Artists and those Interested In art are welcome

Beginners to advanced artists meet to be inspired

with various media. Talented artists help guide

your exploration into new techniques or further

explore your favorite media.

Annual membership fees are $10.00.

Drop in fees are $2.00 non-member or $1.00 with

membership.

Esther #250-836-4373 or Amy #250-836-4756

www.eaglevalleybrushandpalette.com

Wednesday Arts For Everyone

Meets Wednesdays at the Red Barn Arts Centre

10am –3pm

Have fun painting, drawing and doodling. Individual artistic

expression in a social setting. Bring your art supplies and a

lunch for a relaxing day of doing your own thing.

For more info contact:

Jaunita #250-836-3019 or Gail #250-836-5472

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Red Barn

1226 Riverside Avenue

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The Eagle Valley Photography

Arts Club

Capturing what we see through the lens.

The Eagle Valley Photography Arts Club is a group

made up of all ages that meet to learn techniques, at-

tend seminars and workshops and discuss the subject of

photography.

We meet the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month

for regular meetings at The Red Barn Arts Centre in

Sicamous. The meetings vary in curriculum. We have

guest speakers, slideshows of members or other

photographers from the area, fieldtrips and seminars

on camera products or techniques.

Kim Hyde #250-836-3248

www.photographiamaiden.wix.com/evpac

Other Member Groups of the

Eagle Valley Arts Council

Monashee Mountain Arts Society

Gord Hynek #250-836-3776

Eagle Valley Choir

Fred Kallweit #250-836-0167

Ukulele

Carla #250-836-4705

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Eagle Valley Community Support Society

Offering family and seniors support services

including resource and referral, parenting

and early childhood development programs,

counseling, food bank, transportation

programs and seniors support.

Mission Statement

To improve through education, the social and emotional

well-being of all members of the community and to provide

a place where services to support families and individuals

are centralized and easily accessible.

Phone #250-836-3440

Fax #250-836-3414

PO Box 777

Sicamous, BC V0E 2V0

Email: [email protected]

www.eaglevalleyresourcecentre.ca

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2013 Recreation and Wellness Survey

We want to hear from you!!!

As a resident of the District of Sicamous your feedback is important in our future

planning for recreation and wellness needs in the community.

Fill out this survey and submit to the District office by February 1st, 2013 and

you will be entered in a draw to win an 8x Fitness Pass Punch Card!

Name Phone Number

1. My age is (circle):

2. What types of leisure activities do you participate in? (Circle all that apply to you)

Other, please specify:

3. What type of programming or services would you like to see in the community for

recreation and wellness?

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4. What are the barriers, which prevent you from participating in leisure activities?

(Circle the reasons for not participating)

Other, please specify:

5. What types of programs and services would you like to see the Recreation

and Wellness Department offer to the community that are not offered now?

6. What is the best way to communicate with you about the recreation and wellness

programs that are offered at the District of Sicamous? (Circle all that apply)

8. What are your favorite recreation and wellness activities in Sicamous?

Please specify who organizes the activity & why you like attending?

9. Suggestions/Ideas that you’d like to share?

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Thank you for your participation in this survey. Your feedback is

important to the District of Sicamous in its planning for future

recreation and wellness needs in the community.

You may submit by fax, drop off at the District office or request a copy to be

emailed to you.

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Unplug & Play Family Literacy Week

Schedule of Free Events: January 21st to 27th, 2013

Time Don’t know

what’s available

Lack of energy Family Cost

Transportation Accessibility lack

of local programs

Attitude Not interested Social

Email Recreation &

Wellness Guide

Posters Website Word of Mouth

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Unplug & Play Family Literacy Week

Schedule of Free Events: January 21st to 27th, 2013

THURSDAY, JANUARY 24th

Crazy Hat Family Skate at Sicamous Recreation Centre 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Come out for a free skate at the rink! Skates of various sizes are available to borrow at no charge.

FRIDAY, JANUARY 25th

Sicamous Parents & Tots Fun Day at the Catholic Church Hall 10:00am to 12noon

Children aged 0 to 5 and their parents/caregivers are invited to attend the Fun Day. Activities include the limbo, parachute, yoga, balance beam,

and obstacle course. Fresh fruit will be provided.

Jam the GM Children’s Book Drive at Sicamous Eagles Game at Sicamous Recreation Centre 7:00pm

Bring a bag of gently used children’s books to the Eagles game and help “Jam the GM” full of books! All books will be distributed to family

organizations in the North Okanagan-Shuswap.

SATURDAY, JANUARY 26th

Preschool Storytime at the Sicamous Library Branch 11:00am

Stories, songs, puppets and fun! For ages 3 and up.

Photo Treasure Hunt Kick-Off at the Sicamous Recreation Centre 10:00am to 1:00pm

Challenge the members of your family to participate in the photo treasure hunt.

Unplug & Play the Canadian Way at the Sicamous Eagles Game at the Sicamous Recreation Centre 7:00pm

Make it a family outing and come cheer on the Sicamous Eagles!

SUNDAY, JANUARY 27th

Snowmobile Winterfest at Northway’s Field in Sicamous 10:00am to 2:00pm

Come out for some family fun! Lions’ concession, bonfire, and snow games.

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SNOWDAYS 2013 (January 25 – March 3)

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Fri.,Jan.25 – Snow Daze Photo Contest begins, deadline for entry Feb.22nd, more info call Tia @ 836-3103 Unplug & Play Book Drive, Jr. B Eagles Hockey 7 pm start, S&D Rec Centre Photo Treasure Hunt – deadline for entry March 2nd, winner announced

March 3rd @Photo Slide presentation – 1 pm

Sat., Jan. 26 – Photo Treasure Hunt Kick Off ! …10-1 pm… S&D Rec Centre Families,

groups, individuals, prizes .. call 250-515-1692 Unplug & Play the Canadian Way, Jr. B Eagles Hockey 7 pm start, featuring

winter sports.

Sun., Jan. 27 – Snowmobile Winterfest – Northway’s Field, 10 – 2 pm, call LeaAnne, 836-

3648. Lion’s concession, bonfire, snow games, family time.

Fri., Feb. 1 Banner Project begins, Rec. Centre upstairs,

call Victoria 836 - 3537

Sat., Feb. 2nd & Sun. 3rd ……….A Winter Wellness Weekend…..

Wellness Spa Night Wine & Cheese – relax, be pampered, stay over for the Retreat….call Pam @ 250 515-1692

Wellness Day Retreat- Meditation, Yoga & more- 9 – 4, Sun. …watch for

SNOWDAYS 2013 ( January 25 – March 3)

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

Friday January 25th Snow Daze Photo Contest begins, deadline for entry Feb.22nd. For more info call

Tia #250-836-3103. Unplug & Play Book Drive with Jr. B Eagles Hockey 7 pm start, S&D Rec Centre. Photo Treasure Hunt – deadline for entry March 2nd, winner announced March 3rd at Photo

Slide presentation – 1 pm.

Saturday January 26th Photo Treasure Hunt Kick Off. 10-1 pm S&D Rec Centre Families, groups, individuals and

prizes. Call 250-515-1692. Unplug & Play the Canadian Way, Jr. B Eagles Hockey 7 pm start, featuring winter sports.

Sunday January 27th Snowmobile Winterfest at Northway’s Field, 10 – 2 pm. Call LeaAnne #250-836-3648. Lion’s

concession, bonfire, snow games, and family time.

Friday February 1st Banner Project begins, Rec. Centre upstairs. Call Victoria #250-836 - 3537.

Saturday February 2nd & Sunday 3rd A Winter Wellness Weekend Wellness Spa Night Wine & Cheese. Relax, be pampered and stay over for the Retreat. Call

Pam #250-515-1692. Wellness Day Retreat. Meditation, Yoga & more. 9am – 4pm Sunday. Watch for more

details to come. Both events at the OwlHead Creek Bed & Breakfast.

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February 9th & 10th

Front Yard Snow Sculpture & Light Up. Call Pam #250-515-1692

Saturday the 9th yard sculpting begins.

Sunday the 10th- Judging & People’s Choice.

3 pm - Best Daytime Sculpture.

7 pm – Best Light Up Presentation.

Sunday 10th Downtown Snow Sculpture.

9am—1pm. Call Malerie #250-836 – 4258

Saturday February 16th

Cabin Fever Dinner & Auction, Snowmobile Club. Call Michelle #250-833-9335.

Sunday February 17th

Ladies Ride. for info both events. Call Michelle #250-833-9335.

Friday & Saturday February 22nd & 23rd

Royal Canadian Legion Bonspiel. Call Jeff #250-836- 4378.

Saturday February 23rd

Royal Canadian Legion Ladies Auxillary dinner.

Saturday March 2nd

Banner Project Open House at the Rec Centre 11am – 1 pm.

Road-hockey Tournament at the Rec. Centre parking lot 11am – 4pm. To register call

Wayne #250-836-2283.

Snow Daze Photo Contest Awards at the Red Barn 1pm.

Sunday March 3rd Front yard Snow Sculpture Awards 1 pm at the Red Barn.

Photo Treasure Hunt Winner presentation.

Eagle Valley Photo Art Club Slide Presentation 1:30 at the Red Barn.

Want to get involved? Call Pam #250-515-1692 email: [email protected]

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Weekly Community Activities

MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

Gym Pickleball

6:00-8:00pm

Contact Suzanne

#250-836-2831

Gym Karate

6:00-8:00pm

Contact Holly

#250-253-2406

Gym E.V. Minor

Baseball 7:00-

9:00pm

Contact Grant

#250-803-8747 or

Duane #250-836-

5596

Gym Sicamous Minor

Softball 4:00-6:00pm

Contact Jake Dewitt

#250-836-4304

Karate 6:00-8:00pm

Contact Holly #250-

253-2406

Gym

Gym

Gym

DROP IN BASKETBALL

Starts January 7th

Mondays 5:30-7:00pm

$3

Eagle River Secondary School

For more information contact

Phone #250-836-2477 ext 2170

Email: [email protected]

DROP IN VOLLEYBALL

Starts January 10th

Thursdays 5:30-7:00pm

$3

Eagle River Secondary School

For more information contact

Phone #250-836-2477 ext 2170

Email: [email protected]

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Weekly Community Activities

MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

Gym Pickleball

6:00-8:00pm

Contact Suzanne

#250-836-2831

Gym Karate

6:00-8:00pm

Contact Holly

#250-253-2406

Gym E.V. Minor

Baseball 7:00-

9:00pm

Contact Grant

#250-803-8747 or

Duane #250-836-

5596

Gym Sicamous Minor

Softball 4:00-6:00pm

Contact Jake Dewitt

#250-836-4304

Karate 6:00-8:00pm

Contact Holly #250-

253-2406

Gym

Gym

Gym

Weekly Community Activities

MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN

Gym

Gym Youth Group

Shuswap

Community Church

5:30-8:30pm

Contact

bob@sicamouschur

ch.com

Gym Gymnastics

4:30-8:30

Contact Lisa #250-

804-7078 or #250-

833-6026(cell)

Lisa_simpson22@

hotmail.com

Gym Youth Group

Shuswap

Community Church

5:00-8:30pm

Contact

bob@sicamouschur

ch.com

Gym

Gym

Gym

Do you have a community drop-in idea?

We would like to hear from you! Contact: the

Recreation and Wellness Department

Phone #250-836-2477 ext2170

Email: [email protected]

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Wellness Tip: Relax your mind

Meditation is a great means of decreasing stress. Close you eyes, lie

your head back in your office chair, or go and find a quiet, secluded

place to sit. Focus on all the positive aspects of your life and relax

your mind away from the stress of the day. Meditation can be a

quick fix for simple troubles that create stress buildup.

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Community Groups

Wellness Tip: Renewing

and Revitalizing

To maintain a mentally

and physically healthy

lifestyle, everyone needs

to relax and recharge

from time to time. But

how you do that de-

pends entirely on what

*you* find relaxing. Take

a hike in the mountains,

a soak in the tub, play

some hockey or a trip to

the massage therapist -

how you unwind is up to

you!

Contact the chamber #250-836-0002 email: [email protected]

www.sicamouschamber.bc.ca

Contact Jamie #250-836-3313

Email: [email protected]

www.sicamouschamber.bc.ca/visitors-info/

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Sicamous & District Chamber of Commerce

Shuswap Feldenkrais

A sensory based neuromuscular, re-education therapy that positively changes the mind

and the body of the participant towards better health.

Marie-Paule Wiley, RN

Guilded Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner (CM)

Appointments: Sicamous Medical Clinic

250 836-2817

For more information call Marie-Paule

250 832-8176

Marie-Paule uses an extensive nursing background, Feldenkrais and a mix of alternative therapies such as: Touch Therapy, Healing

Touch, Reflexology, and Reiki (Master level) to bring relief and recovery from conditions of challenge:

Chronic Pain

Repetitive stress injury

Balance

Managing stress

Sleep Disturbance

Breathing

Stroke Recovery

Surgery

Results

*Can eliminate or help

manage chronic conditions

*Improves function in daily

activities/work

*Enables the continued

enjoyment of hobbies

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Community Groups

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Sicamous Royal

Canadian Legion

#250-836-4826

email: rcl-99cablelan.net

Sicamous Lions Club

Contact Kathy Keam

#250-836-3267

Or Pam Beech #250-836-4778

Malakwa Community

Centre Association

www.malakwa.ca/

First Sicamous Sparks,

Brownies, Guides &

Pathfinders

Contact Peggy Smiller #250-836-4813

Youth Group

#250-804-8620

www.aplacetobelong.ca/sicamous/

SICAMOUS

BRANCH

#250- 836-4845

Winter Wellness

Explorations Retreat

Saturday Evening & Sunday, February 2nd & 3rd, 2013

Pamper yourself with a wellness spa, wine & cheese

evening & an overnight stay Saturday, February 2nd.

Experience & learn about the enriching benefits of:

Meditation, Aromatherapy, Holistic Nutrition, Touch

Therapy & Yoga Sunday, February 3rd.

All in the beautiful setting of Sicamous’

Owlhead Creek B &B

The full experience package $145 – book early!

Sunday, full day package, includes lunch and an optional

hike $80

Saturday,overnight packages(limited), include a

meditation session, wine & cheese, access to additional

Spa services at discounted prices and an overnight stay

with breakfast provided $75

A great event to share with friends!

For info or to register call Pam 250 515-1692, Michelle 250

833-9335 or email: [email protected]

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