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Everyone is Welcome FEEL THE BEAT CULTURAL LEADERSHIP PROGRAM! TUESDAYS & THURSDAYS

4:30 PM TO 9:30 PM

LOCATION: SHULUS HALL

BRING FOOD, IT’S POTLUCK STYLE Open to anyone, adults, youth, elders, families, native, non-native.

Our goal is to provide an atmosphere where families can come learn and participate in cultural activities; no matter how old they are or what their ethnicity is. We hope to create relationships and bonds between members of all the communities in the Nicola Valley.

For more info please call Stephanie Lindley at (250) 378-2771 Or Email: YouthWorker@scwexmx.com

Come out and see what it’s all about, bring your family, bring a friend, invite others for some good family fun!!!

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Contents

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FALL 2014

Civic Centre Rates ............................................................. 4

Aquatic Admissions & Information ................................ 19

Mayor’s Message ............................................................... 5

Aquatic Events ................................................................ 20

Staff Directory .................................................................... 5

Aquatic Fitness Programs .............................................. 22

Community Events ............................................................ 6

Leadership Programs ...................................................... 24

Children’s Programs ....................................................... 10

Schedules and Swim Lessons ........................................ 26

K9 Programs .................................................................... 14

Red Cross Swim Descriptions ....................................... 30

Youth/Adult Programs ..................................................... 15

Community Directory ...................................................... 32

Special Events ................................................................. 17

Civic Facility Information ................................................ 34

Birthday Party Packages................................................. 18

Parks, Trails & Amenities ................................................ 35

Leisure Guide Advertising Do you want to effectively and inexpensively advertise your business or organization to over 1500 homes in the Nicola Valley? Why not advertise in the City of Merritt Leisure Guide?

Leisure Guide Publishing The City of Merritt Leisure Guide is published in partnership with the City of Merritt Leisure Services and the Merritt Herald. It is produced and delivered free to the community three times per year. Thanks to all of the organizations and advertisers who have submitted information with the guide!

Rates: $370. Full Page $185. Half Page $92.50 Quarter Page

$74. Banner $46. Business Card Plus Tax

For more information on how you can get your business or organization advertised in one of the largest distributed mediums in the valley call...

The Merritt Civic Centre at 250.315.1050 M er r i t t C i v i c C e ntre 25 0. 315.10 5 0

Art Direction: Pinerock Ridge Graphic Art & Design Electronic Production: The Merritt Herald Photography: Merritt Herald, V22 Photography, City of Merritt Leisure Services & Diana Lorenz All rights reserved. No part of this guide may be reproduced without prior written consent of the Merritt Herald publisher.

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Civic Centre Rentals 

Seating Capacity Capacity Seating

Amenities Amenities

. S Conference Full Amenities Including: tage • Stage •.Curtains C ur tains • Sound System •.Video Conference S ystemCapability S ound • Multi Media Projector •.Full Commercial apability ence C Facility C onfer Kitchen Video

Entire Auditorium

520

East Auditorium

330

West Auditorium

190

Room 1

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Room 2 & 3

60 Each (Wall Opens)

Room 4

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. Multi Media P r ojector Call for Prices & Availability. Great place for seminars, for seminars, placeetc.

Great & Availability.

Call for Prices workshops, conferences, weddings, parties workshops, conference’s, weddings, parties, etc…

Merritt Civic Centre 1950 Mamette Avenue Box 189 Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 Ph. 250.315.1050 Fx. 250.378.4205 E. jetchart@merritt.ca Facebook @ Merrittciviccentre 4 LE IS U R E S E RV IC E S

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Civic Centre Office Hours Monday – Friday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

* Ask About Community Group Rates *

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Location Location

W i nter 2013 . 2014

Mayor’s Message Leisure Service Department Leisure Services Manager Larry Plotnikoff 250-378-8618 lplotnikoff@merritt.ca

Recreation Programmer Felicity Peat 250-315-1050 – Ext. 601 fpeat@merritt.ca

Acting Aquatic Supervisor Laura Chivers 250-378-6662 – Ext. 301 lchivers@merritt.ca

Cashier/Booking Clerk Inger Ashdown 250-378-6662 – Ext. 300 iashdown@merritt.ca

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hope you find the 2014 Fall Leisure Guide meets your needs in choosing

programs and activities that the City of Merritt provides to its residents.

Many of the leisure activity programs and the ongoing upkeep of our facilities fit with council’s focus on a healthy community and well maintained public facilities.

Cashier Shirley Thomson 250-378-6662 – Ext. 300 nvac@merritt.ca

Council has approved further funding for upgrades to these facilities in 2014 and also for the completion of Phase I of the Central Park upgrade. We have also included the full Central Park & Voght Park Plan into our 5 year Financial Plan, which will enable continuing upgrades and provisions of sport and recreation enhancements to meet

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Parks Admin. & Bookings J’aime Etchart 250-315-1050 – Ext. 600 jetchart@merritt.ca

Maintenance Supervisor Shawn Worrin 250-315-3341 maintenance@merritt.ca

future needs. Staff continues to explore any possible grant funding that would assist in bringing these projects to fruition sooner.

Please contact our Leisure Services department if you would like to see a certain program or activity implemented or improved on. This department’s contacts are located on our website or in the Staff Directory of this guide.

Thank you to the sponsors and staff for your continued support to create a terrific and informative guide.

Susan Roline ~ Mayor, City of Merritt

Pacific-Sport Development Coordinator Josee Warren 250-315-1075 jwarren@pacificsport.com

Mission Statement

“To provide programs, services, educational opportunities and information to the public, and to provide a safe, clean, healthy and friendly environment.”

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Community Events

Marvelous Mutts Rescue Society - Adoption Event Sept. TBA At Fetch Dog Grooming & Boutique

Movies at the Merritt Civic Centre Sept. 12, 13 At the Merritt Civic Centre

Merritt Centennials vs.

Penticton Vees Sept. 27 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Mixed Slow-pitch Tournament Sept. 6, 7 At Central Park

Merritt National Foresty Week Slow Pitch Tournament Sept. 19, 20 At Central Park

Health & Wellness Fair Sept. 13 At the Baillie House

Merritt Stock Car Race Day Sept. 20 (Night Time Race, Food Bank Drive) At Race Track in Lower Nicola

Nicola Garilc Fest & Antique Tractor Show Sept. 27, 28 At Smith-Pioneer Park in Lower Nicola

Merritt Stock Car Race Day Sept. 21 (Rainout date, Day Time Race) At Race Track in Lower Nicola

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Children’s Health Fair Sept. 13 At the Merritt Civic Centre

Marvelous Mutts Rescue Society - Meet & Greet Oct. TBA At the Dog Park

Community Events

Merritt Centennials vs. Vernon Vipers Oct. 3 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

City Spooktacular Monster Mash Oct. 23 At the Merritt Civic Centre

Merritt Centennials vs.

Cowichan Valley Capitals Nov. 16 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Pacific Forest Car Rally Oct. 3, 4 Merritt Area

Movies at the Merritt Civic Centre Oct. 24, 25 At the Merritt Civic Centre

Merritt Centennials vs.

Penticton Vees Nov. 22 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Merritt Centennials vs. Powell River Kings Oct. 25 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Mz. Judged Pageant Nov. 22 At the Merritt Civic Centre

Merritt Stock Car Race Day Oct. 11, 12 (Day Time Race, Bill John Memorial Invitatioal) At Race Track in Lower Nicola Merritt Centennials vs. Salmon Arm Silverbacks Oct. 11 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena Merritt Minor Hockey Icebreaker Tournament Oct. 11, 12, 13 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

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Knights of Columbus Oktoberfest Oct. 11 At the Merritt Civic Centre Merritt Centennials vs. West Kelowna Warriors Oct. 17 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena Merritt Centennials Ice Breaker Dinner Oct. 18 At the Merritt Civic Centre Merritt Centennials vs.

Victoria Grizzlies Oct. 19 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena 3 Bar Farms Pumpkin Patch Oct. 18, 19 At Sunshine Valley, Tomkinson Rd. M er r i t t C i v i c C e ntre 25 0. 315.10 5 0

Merritt Centennials vs.

Chilliwack Chiefs Oct. 28 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena Flu Clinic 2014 Oct 29 & Nov 5 At the Merritt Civic Centre Merritt Centennials vs. West Kelowna Warriors Nov. 7 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Sports Day in Merritt Nov. 23 At the Curling Club, Nicola Valley Memorial Arena, Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre & the Merritt Civic Centre Country Christmas Dance Recital Nov. 26 At the Merritt Civic Centre Country Christmas Community Concert Nov. 27 At the Merritt Civic Centre

Merritt Centennials vs. Prince George Spruce Kings Nov. 8 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Country Christmas Parade Nov. 28 At the Merritt Civic Centre

Remembrance Day Ceremony Nov. 11 At the Merritt Civic Centre

Country Christmas Craft Fair Nov. 28, 29 At the Merritt Civic Centre

Local Government General Elections Nov. 15 At the Merritt Civic Centre

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Community Events

Merritt Centennials vs. Salmon Arm Silverbacks Dec. 13 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena Conayt Friendship Society Community Christmas Dinner Dec. 15 At the Merritt Civic Centre Merritt Centennials vs.

Penticton Vees Dec. 17 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena Merritt Centennials vs. Vernon Vipers Dec. 19 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena City of Merritt’s Annual Free New Year’s Eve Swim Dec. 31 At the Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre

Merritt Centennials vs. Trail Smoke Eaters Jan. 10 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Merritt Centennials vs. Salmon Arm Silverbacks Feb. 7 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Merritt Centennials vs.

Langley Rivermen Jan. 14 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Moccasin Hockey Tournament Feb. 13, 14, 15 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Merritt Centennials vs.

Penticton Vees Jan. 16 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena Merritt Centennials vs.

Nanaimo Clippers Jan. 18 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena Merritt Centennials vs. Vernon Vipers Jan. 24 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Merritt Centennials vs. Alberni Valley Bulldogs Feb. 22 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena Merritt Centennials vs. Surrey Eagles Feb. 25 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena International Police Hockey Challenge Feb. 27, 28, Mar.1 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Rec Hockey Tournament Jan. 24, 25, 26 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Merritt Centennials vs. Trail Smoke Eaters Feb. 28 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Merritt Centennials vs.

Coquitlam Express Dec. 31 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Merritt Centennials vs. West Kelowna Warriors Jan. 30 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Junior Native Hockey Tournament Mar. 26, 27, 28, 29 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Merritt Centennials vs. Trail Smoke Eaters Jan. 2 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Merritt Centennials vs. Trail Smoke Eaters Feb. 4 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

Rednecks Oldtimers Tournament Jan. 9, 10, 11 At the Nicola Valley Memorial Arena

For the most up to date event information check with www.merritt.ca, The Merritt Herald, Q101 and Facebook @merrittleisureservices.

All events are subject to change.

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Winter Celebration Pow Wow Dec. 5-7 At the Merritt Civic Centre

Community Events

ONGOING EVENTS Badminton . all ages Every Tuesday & Thursday Sept. 9 thru to June 25 . $5.00 drop in fee or $100/yr membership (excluding stat holidays & pro d days) At Collettville School FireSide Centre Youth Drop In . Ages 13-18 Every Thursday & Friday 3:30 - 7:30 pm At Fireside Centre 2025 Granite Avenue in Spirit Square

Nicola Valley Quilters Guild Every second Thursday of the month At the Merritt Civic Centre Nicola Valley Visual Artist Art Show Weekly Creative Sessions At the Courthouse Gallery Nitwits Knitting Group First Thursday of every month At Brambles Bakery 950 Royal Canadian Army Cadet Corp. Merritt Ages 12-18

Every Tuesday At 1755 Coldwater Ave.

Merritt Farmers Market Every Saturday starting May 17 thru Oct. 11 At Curling Rink Parking lot, beside Baillie House

PUBLIC SKATING FEES

LEARN TO SKATE

Admission Rates for Public Skating

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Child/Senior (2-12, 60+ yrs)

SINGLE ADMISSIONS

BOOK OF TEN

SEASON PASS

$2.50

$21.50

$96.00 child $90.00 senior

Student (13-18 yrs or full time adult student) $2.75 $24.00

$107.00

Adult (19-59 yrs)

$3.50

$31.00

$139.00

Disabled

$2.50

$21.50

$90.00

Family (adult/guardian w/children under 18yrs) $8.50 $77.00

$340.00

PUBLIC SKATING SCHEDULE 2014/2015 FRIDAY: 3:00 - 4:15 pm SUNDAY: 5:15 - 6:15 pm MONDAY: 6:45 - 7:45 pm Public skating is sometimes pre-empted by other events call the arena at 250 378-4832 to check for changes in the regular public skating schedule.

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REGISTRATION

Thursday, Oct. 2 3:30 - 5:00 pm Spaces may be limited and will be available on a first come, first serve basis!

Winter 2015 Fall 2014 Thurs. Oct. 9 – Dec. 11 3:30-4:00 pm Lvl 2 4:00-4:30 pm Lvl 1 4:30-5:00 pm Parent ‘n’ Tot

Thurs. Jan. 8 – Mar. 12 3:30 – 4:00 pm = Lvl 2 4:00 – 4:30 pm = Lvl 1 4:30 – 5:00 pm = Parent ‘n’ Tot

Learn to Skate costs: $50/session or $90/both sessions PRESCHOOL: Parent ‘n’ Tot: (2-3 yrs) Falling down, Standing up, walking forward and backwards, and stopping Lvl 1: (4+ yrs) Beginner level – Falling down, standing up, skating forward, backwards, gliding and stopping Lvl 2: (4+ yrs) Building on level 1 – double sculling, crossovers, etc Your child will need skates, helmet and mittens.

Adult lessons available upon request.

If spots are available late registration will be accepted Thursday, Oct. 9

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Children’s Programs

After School Program . K - 3 & Gr. 4 - 7 Wednesday, Sept. 3 - Friday, Dec. 19 . 16 wks 3:00 pm - 5:30 pm After school programs play an important role in the academic and personal development of children, especially in an era when many parents work full time. Each day includes TRANSPORTATION (from Central, Bench, DiamondVale & Collettville), snacks, and a safe, enriching and fun place to go.

K-3 Mondays - Active Play, Tuesdays - Creative Arts, Wednesdays - Sport ABC’s, Thursdays - Gymnastics, Fridays - Play Time @ Pool

Kidz Photography . 10-13 yrs Mondays, Sept. 15 - Oct. 6 . 4 wks 5:00 - 6:00 pm . $24 Do you have some curious shutterbugs at home? We have the perfect program for them! The basics of digital photography.

Instructed by Julie Knoll Boy’s Only Fun Night . 8-12 yrs Friday, Nov. 7 6:00 pm - Midnight . $20 **Boy’s Only** Enjoy a private swim, free gym time, a movie, video games, pizza and much more! Cents game included!

Gr. 4 - 7 Mondays - Sport ABC’s, Tuesdays - Creative Arts, Wednesdays - Gymnastics, Thursdays - Guest Coaches, Fridays - Play Time @ Pool 3:00 – 3:30 pm 3:30 – 4:00 pm 4:00 – 5:30 pm

Transportation from School Play Time Organized Program

Daily registration for 6 week duration $90 (K-7) $150 (K-7) includes fees to participate in City Art program $90 (K-3) $150 (4-7) includes fees to participate in City Gymnastics program $90 (4-7) $150 (K-3) includes fees to participate in City Gymnastics program $90 (K-7)

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Mondays Tuesdays

Wednesdays

Thursdays

Fridays

Weekly registration $95 **Child must be registered 1 week in advance to ensure transportation. Space is limited for City Art & Gymnastics**

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Children’s Programs

Babysitter Course . 12+ yrs Sundays, Sept. 21 - Oct. 5 . 3 wks 10:00 am - 3:00 pm . $65 The Babysitter’s Course provides preteens & teens with the basic skills they need to look after children, understand basic prevention, and deal with emergency situations. Upon course completion, participants receive a babysitting certificate.

Instructed by Deb Tarzwell First Kicks . 2-5 yrs Tuesdays, Sept. 30 - Nov. 4 . 6 wks 3:30 - 4:15 pm . $24 This introduction program teaches basic skills for soccer, including teamwork, passing, shooting and game play. Game playing is an integral part of each day with all participants enjoying success in a positive, fun-filled atmosphere.

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Hop Skip Jump . 2-5 yrs Wednesdays, Oct. 1 - Nov. 5 . 6 wks 6:00 - 6:45 pm . $24 Insure your kids get off on the right foot to keep them active for life. This program teaches the basic movement skills such as throwing, running, jumping and kicking, using kid friendly language, play and exploration.

Instructed by Raymond Blake

’ Peeps Playcare Lil“Where your child learns through play.�

Margaret Conlon Early Childhood Educator For more information give us a call at

250-378-6374

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Include Snackeroos . 6-12 yrs d in After S Tuesdays, Sept. 9 - 30 . 4 wks chool Progra m!

3:30 - 5:00 pm . $45 Another winner: more delicious, homemade cookies and scrumptious treats. For kids who want to improve their kitchen survival skills! (no class Oct. 23) Instructed by Meriel Barber

Kitzart . 4-12 yrs Tuesdays, Oct. 7 - 28 . 4 wks 3:30 - 5:00 pm . $45 • Fine art for enhancing creativity, artistic skills; assist with observation and make better writers • Art improves all skills related to learning Include d • Better report cards reflect the skills learned After Sch in ool Progra • Fine motor skills and hand–eye m! coordination are all improved • Use of materials include: Graphite . Oil Pastel .

Water Colour Pencil Crayons . Acrylics . Wax Resist . Print Making Instructed by Meriel Barber Include

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in After S Sand & Found Objects . 4-12 yrs chool Progra Tuesdays, Nov. 4 - Dec. 2 . 4 wks m!

3:30 - 5:00 pm . $45 To create beautiful mandalas for gift giving. (no class Nov. 14) Instructed by Meriel Barber

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Family Programs

Parent ‘n’ Tumble Tots Gymnastics Wednesdays, Oct. 1 - Nov. 5 . 6 wks New born – 2 yrs 10:00 – 11:00 am . $69 Come out and enjoy some fun, exercise and socializing with your little ones and learn some gymnastics basics while doing it!

Instructed by Melanie Murray

Include Mad Magic . 9-12 yrs d in After S chool Thursdays, Oct. 2 - Nov. 6 . 6 wks Progra m!

3:30 - 4:30 pm . $50 Magic, juggling and other circus skills…

“Mad Magic” entertains and teaches children fun and attainable magic, juggling and other circus skills. This unique program is energetic, entertaining and educational. (no class May 19) Instructed by Raymond Blake

XploreSportz Camp Pro-D Day: Friday, Oct. 24 8:30 am – 4:30 pm - $25/per child Winter Break Camp Monday, Dec. 22 - Tuesday, Dec. 23 8:30 am – 4:30 pm - $30/per child/per day Snack is provided. Children must bring their own nut-free lunch, gym strip, bathing suit and towel.

A fun introduction to new sports!

All programs are subject to change Check out www.merritt.ca, Merritt Herald, Q101 and Facebook @ merrittleisureservices Fall Discount Day Monday, Sept. 8 . 9:00 am – 5:00 pm at the Merritt Civic Centre & Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre receive 15% off on all Leisure Department programs.

DID YOU KNOW? NICOLA FAMILY THERAPY Also Offers Fee for Service Counselling on an Affordable Sliding Scale We offer individual, couples and family counselling. Some areas we can help with are grief and loss, relationship issues, trauma, anger, communication, parenting, and self-esteem.

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Gymnastics . 3+ yrs Wednesdays, Sept. 10 - Oct. 15 . 6 wks Include d in Wednesdays, Nov. 5 - Dec. 17 . 6 wks After S chool 3 - 4 yrs 3:30 – 4:15 pm $51 Progra m!

10 - 12 yrs 4:25 – 5:25 pm $69 5 - 6 yrs 5:35 – 6:20 pm $51 7 - 9 yrs 6:30 – 7:30 pm $69 Instructed by Felicity Peat & Roxanne Mikita Thursdays, Sept. 11 - Oct. 16 . 6 wks Thursdays, Nov. 6 - Dec. 18 . 6 wks 5-6 yrs 3:30 – 4:15 pm $51 7-9 yrs 4:25 – 5:25 pm $69 3-4 yrs 5:35 – 6:20 pm $51 10-12 yrs 6:30 – 7:30 pm $69 13+ 7:40 – 8:40 pm $69 Instructed by Josee Warren & Connor Sucharyna Gymnastics is the basis of all human movement. It provides a solid foundation of important skills such as balance, strength, flexibility and overall body awareness. (no class Nov. 26/27 due to Country Christmas)

Specialty Programs

Provincial Winner, Challenge 1: Collettville Elementary School Get active, get healthy!

Sept. 15 - Dec. 15 . 7 wks / K - Gr. 7 . Free The 60 Minute Kids’ Club is a fun and engaging program designed to get children from K - Gr. 7 excited about making the right healthy choices. The challenge is on - all public and band schools in Merritt are taking part in the 60 minute kid’s club challenge. Information will be provided through the schools. You can also inform yourself at: www.60minkidsclub. org. When? Challenge 1 is Sept. 15 to Dec. 15, 2014. Track your progress to become the Top 10 Most Healthy & Active Kid. Register online and track your 5 healthy habits. Earn points for yourselves and your school. The challenge we end with announcement on the most healthy and active school in Merritt and the top 10 most active and healthy kids in each school. Parents can also join the challenge with their kids.

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Last Year’s School winner were….

Challenge 1 - Collettville Challenge 2 - DiamondVale Challenge 3 - DiamondVale Overall winners for school district, province and Canada stats for 2013/2014 school year….

Our School District DiamondVale, Bench, Collettville, Central, Nicola Canford In our Province (out of 77 schools) 6. DiamondVale 10. Bench 12. Collettville 20. Central 27. Nicola Canford In Canada (out of 208 schools) 20. DiamondVale 34. Bench 45. Collettville 56. Central 81. Nicola Canford Also, our school district finished in third place in Canada! We should be very proud of our children! Let’s encourage them to get involved again this September.

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Valley Scrapbooking Crop Weekends . 16+ yrs Sept. 12 - 14 . Oct. 17 - 19 . Nov. 21 - 23 Crop Room Hours: Friday: 5:00 pm - 1:00 am Saturday: 9:00 am - 1:00 am, Sunday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration $25 What is a crop you ask? It is the scrapbooking word for a weekend retreat. Vendors will offer spotlight classes on new product lines and techniques. The fee covers the full weekend, your own 8-foot table, snacks, coffee, tea and water.

There will be gift bags on each table and chance’s to win door prizes. Come and go as you please. Our hours offer you the flexibility to spend time with your family and still come out scrapbooking guilt free.

Geocache Workshop . All ages Saturday, Oct. 4 10:00 am - 1:00 pm . $5 Geocaching Intro: Basic Geocaching... designed for people with no experience.

In this workshop, you will learn how to set up a geocaching account, download caches and find them. You will learn about the different kinds and sizes of caches, and how to be prepared for what you might encounter while caching, workshop includes going out and finding several caches. This workshop is suitable for children as well as adults.

Stash Buster Quilting Weekend . 16+ yrs Oct. 24 - 26 Quilt Room Hours: Friday: 5:00 pm - 1:00 am Saturday: 9:00 am - 1:00 am, Sunday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Registration $25 A Unique Quilting Experience Join a creative group of quilters to share ideas, tips, knowledge, and inspiration. There will be a swap table so bring fabrics to share. Come and go as you like or need. It’s a quilting event like no other for anyone from beginner to advanced.

Enjoy the quilt shop, lots of quilts, friends, food and sew much more!

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Dog Obedience Tuesdays, Sept. 9 - Oct. 28 . 8 wks 7:00 - 8:00 pm . $55 The focus is still on clicker training to teach their dogs whatever they want to teach them. Working on sits, heeling, downs and recalls... but we are also going to teach high fives... leave it....targeting.... to jump.... go out.... retrieve and release.... tunnel... play soccer... plus some beginning nosework... The trick is using positive methods of encouragement... which will make you more successful, faster!

Instructed by Yvonne Lord

FoodSafe Level 1 . 14+ yrs Saturday, Nov. 1 8:30 am - 4:30 pm . $86 Foodsafe Level 1 is a food handling, sanitation and work safety course designed for front line food service workers such as cooks, servers, bussers, dishwashers, and deli workers. The course covers important food safety and worker safety information including foodborne illness, receiving and storing food, preparing food, serving food, cleaning and sanitizing.

Instructed by Karen Heiberg

Rally Starter . 14+ Tuesdays, Sept. 16 – Nov. 4 . 8 wks 8:00 – 9:00 pm . $52.50 The dog and handler team move continuously through a rally course of 10-20 signs with the dog at the handler’s left side.

At each numbered sign they perform the indicated exercise then move to the next sign. Unlimited communication is encouraged - the handler can talk to the dog and give multiple commands and signals. Scoring is less rigorous than traditional obedience.

Instructed by Yvonne Lord

Community Yard Sale Saturday, Nov. 1 8:00 am – 1:00 pm . $5/table Is your garage/shed and closets starting to over flow…bring all your stuff to the Merritt Civic Centre and join others, under one roof and have a massive yard sale! Book your table and we’ll take care of the rest!

Novice Rally . 14+ Tuesdays, Nov. 18 – Jan. 20 . 8 wks 8:00 – 9:00 pm . $52.50 The dog and handler team move continuously through a rally course of 10-20 signs with the dog at the handler’s left side. At each numbered sign they perform the indicated exercise then move to the next sign. Unlimited communication is encouraged - the handler can talk to the dog and give multiple commands and signals. Scoring is less rigorous than traditional obedience. (no class Dec. 23, 30) Instructed by Yvonne Lord

For the most up to date event information check with www.merritt. ca,The Merritt Herald, Q101 and Facebook @ merrittleisureservices.

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Photography Classes . 14+ yrs Mondays, Sept. 15 - Oct. 6 . 4 wks 6:30 - 8:00 pm . $36 This introductory course covers the basics of using any digital camera combined with good photography. Through fun and informal lectures, field trips and critiques, you will learn how the digital camera works, and how to get the best images. This workshop is intended for all photographers using digital SLR camera and point & shoot cameras. Each participant is expected to bring a digital camera with a fully charged battery, manual and memory card(s).

Instructed by Julie Knoll Illustration for Story Writing . 16+ yrs Tuesdays, Sept. 9 - 30 . 4 wks 6:00 - 7:30 pm . $46 Whimsical and fun; come learn simple techniques in ink and watercolour to enhance your story.

Instructed by Meriel Barber

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K9 & Specialty Programs

Youth & Adult Fitness

Art for Healing . 16+ yrs Tuesdays, Oct. 7 - 28 . 4 wks 6:00 - 7:30 pm . $46 Life is an adventure but sometimes we need resolution from past grief and loss or trauma. Auto ethnography with an experienced facilitator can assist you in finding a voice and working towards a better balance emotionally using art and writing.

Instructed by Meriel Barber

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Get Inspired: Reiki Level One . 16+ yrs Tuesdays, Nov. 4 - Dec. 2 . 4 wks 6:00 - 8:00 pm . $150 This four week course is offered by an inspired and gifted healer. Let wellness be a gift you can share with your family and friends. Reiki level one, attunements and a special introduction to the use of stones in healing can be what you’re looking for if your focus is on making the world a better place to be.

Instructed by Meriel Barber Ladies European Handball . 16+ yrs Thursdays, Sept. 11 - Oct. 30 . 8 wks Thursdays, Nov. 6 - Dec. 18 . 7 wks 7:00 - 8:00 pm . $50/$43.75 Some major benefits to participating in handball are, aerobic conditioning, teamwork, friendship, developing athletic skills, learning to compete, learning sportsmanship, and learning how to accept coaching and constructive criticism.

Instructed by Jeff Bloom All about Fitness . 16+ yrs Tuesdays, Sept. 30 - Nov. 25 . 8 wks 5:30 - 6:30 pm . $30 Thursdays, Oct. 2 - Nov. 20 . 8 wks 5:30 - 6:30 pm . $40 This introductory program uses a variety of exercise classes to encourage group involvement and improve overall health.

Including aerobics, strength, cardio, stability ball, bootcamp, and a combination of pilates/yoga. (no class Nov. 11) Instructed by Lila Murphy

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Sit Fit . 16+ yrs Mondays, Sept. 29 - Dec. 1 . 8 wks 10:00 - 11:00 am . $40 Wednesdays, Oct. 1 - Nov. 19 . 8 wks 10:00 - 11:00 am . $40 Sit Fit is designed for the young at heart and/or people with some movement disabilities. Using the chair as a prop to aid with balance, this fun exercise and stretching program will have you burning calories and toning muscles while keeping your heart strong. Improve your strength, balance, mobility and stamina, some equipment will be used. (no class Monday, Oct. 13 & Nov. 10) Instructed by Lila Murphy Badminton . All ages Tuesdays & Thursdays, Sept. 9 - June 25, 2015 6:30 - 8:30 pm 2 day a week = 1st Family Member $100 . 2nd Member $60 1 day a week = 1st Family Member $75 . 2nd Member $50.

Drop-in $5. There are many health benefits to playing badminton; flexibility, strength, muscular endurance, heart and lung health and mobility. (no class on any Pro-D day or STAT holiday) Special Olympics – Club Fit . All ages Sept. - Dec. . 16 wks 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm . $15 Location: TBA Club Fit is part of the Special Olympics long-term athlete development model. It aims to improve athletes’ overall wellness by helping them optimize potential and provide lifelong activity opportunities. SOBC has a growing base of flexible Club Fit resources that can be combined by program leaders in numerous ways to achieve a high-quality program that meets the fitness goals of all athletes.

Instructed by Erica Martindale For additional program information please call Erica at 250-378-0242.

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Adult Fitness Programs

Power Vinyasa Yoga . 14+ yrs Session 1: Mondays, Sept. 8 - 29 . 4 wks Wednesdays, Sept. 10 - Oct. 1 . 4 wks Session 2: Mondays, Oct. 6 - Nov. 3 . 4 wks Wednesdays, Oct. 8 - Nov. 5 . 5 wks Session 3: Mondays, Nov. 10 - Dec. 15 . 6 wks Wednesdays, Nov. 12 - Dec. 17 . 6 wks 5:30 - 6:30 pm . $30-$45 A fluid moving yoga class designed to increase your strength, stamina, and flexibility. Enjoy the benefits of yoga and a great workout while creating a better relationship with your body and your mind!

Instructed by Lindsay Fehr Yin Yoga . 14+ yrs Session 1: Wednesdays, Sept. 10 - Oct. 1 . 4 wks Session 2: Wednesdays, Oct. 8 - Nov. 6 . 5 wks Session 3: Wednesdays, Nov. 12 - Dec. 17 . 4 wks 7:00 - 8:15 pm . $30-$45 Physically and mentally, Yin Yoga is a completely different system of yoga. Practiced mostly seated, we hold the poses for 3 to 8 minutes. Targeting the hard tissue of body, rather than the muscles, we can greatly increase flexibility and mobility, improving the health of the connective tissue. As we hold the poses, the body becomes uncomfortable and the mind wanders. As we learn to manage this stress on our mats, we can strengthen our ability to manage our daily stresses. Instructed by Lindsay Fehr 16 leis u r e s ervi c es

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Lunch Time Yoga . 14+ M/W/F . Sept. – Dec. 12:15 – 1:00 pm . $5 drop-in What a great way to get a quick boost to make it thru the long afternoon.

Welcome to Yoga: A workshop for beginners . 14+ yrs Saturday, Oct. 4 9:00 am – 12:00 pm or 1:00 – 4:00 pm $50/session This workshop will cover all the basics of a typical yoga class. We will explore the most common poses, alignment and safety. We will take a quick look at the history of yoga and its modernization. This workshop is a great way to get a head start before taking classes with a larger group. Fitness and flexibility will not be an issue, all we need is a willingness to try something new!

Women’s Self Defense Classes . 16+ yrs Sunday, Oct. 26 6:00 - 8:00 pm . $8 Instructor experience: 20+ years instructing Women’s Self Defense, as well as training in Jeet Kun Do, Kickboxing, TaeKwonDo, and an RCMP Constable for 4+ years.

Instructed by Dave Fahlman

BRITISH COLUMBIA COACHES WEEK 2014 September 20-27

PacificSport Interior BC will be offering the following two courses at a reduced rate. Course Bundle (former Part A Modules) – Making Ethical Decisions, Planning a Practice & Nutrition Sept. 20/21, 2014 Sept. 27/28, 2014 8:30 am - 4:30 pm both days 8:30 am - 4:30 pm both days Location: Merritt TBA Location: Kamloops TBA British Columbia Coaches Week focuses on the recruitment, development and celebration of sport coaches with events around the province. This week will feature training opportunities, workshops and celebrations of the work of volunteer and community coaches.

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Vinyasa Yoga . 14+ yrs Session 1: Mondays, Sept. 8 - 29 . 4 wks Wednesdays, Sept. 10 - Oct. 1 . 4 wks Session 2: Mondays, Oct. 6 - Nov. 3 . 4 wks Wednesdays, Oct. 8 - Nov. 5 . 5 wks Session 3: Mondays, Nov. 10 - Dec. 15 . 6 wks Wednesdays, Nov. 12 - Dec. 17 . 6 wks 4:15 - 5:15 pm . $30-$45 Vinyasa is a creative, flowing yoga experience. Based on the Sun Salutation, we move and stretch the whole body, while exploring the integration of mind, body and spirit. While some yoga experience is helpful, a willing heart is all that’s needed. This call is suitable for all fitness levels.

Instructed by Lindsay Fehr

Special Events

MOVIE NIGHTS

Big Screen, Big Sound Experience Relax and enjoy a movie on our 11’ x 19’ movie screen.

Admission: $5 Concession: $1 Movie Dates: Friday, Sept. 12 & Saturday, Sept. 13 Friday, Oct. 24 & Saturday, Oct. 25 Movie titles - TBA For more info call the Merritt Civic Centre at 250-315-1050

Sports Day in Canada is coming back!

Sunday, Nov. 23 Arena 12:00 – 1:00 pm Curling 1:00 – 2:00 pm Aquatic Centre 2:00 – 4:00 pm Civic Centre 4:00 – 5:00 pm Merritt Leisure Services and PacificSport have joined forces to bring Sports Day in Canada to Merritt. Sunday, Nov. 23 will be a huge sports fun day for the entire family to enjoy for FREE! We will have stations set up with sports and games.

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Halloween Spooktacular Thursday, Oct. 23 (Friday is a Pro-D day) 5:30 – 7:30 pm at the Merritt Civic Centre Features: Haunted House, Mad Science Lab, Fortune Teller, Games, Music, Cake Walk (please bring your own cake), Candy and Lots of Fun!

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2152 Lauder Street Bays 3 & 4 Merritt, BC Shawn Paterson Tel: 250-378-2929 Cell: 250-315-3258 Fax: 250-378-5533 E-mail: docat29@telus.net

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Breakfast with Santa Sunday, Nov. 30 9:00 – 11:00 am at the Merritt Civic Centre Tickets $5.00 each Features: Santa, Mrs. Claus, Rudolph, crafts, pancakes, sausages, juice and coffee.

Breakfast hosted by the Knights of Columbus New Year’s Wednesday, Dec. 31 Free Swim: 1:00 – 3:00 pm Come out and take part in a New Year’s Eve Day the whole family can enjoy and all for FREE!

Friday, November 28

Show your support for sport by wearing a team jersey to work, to school and to the Country Christmas Parade.

**2013 Winners of the Sportiest Community in BC** Lets win again Merritt!!

HURRY HARD! Try Curling next winter at the Merritt Curling Centre NEW TO CURLING? INSTRUCTION AVAILABLE JOIN A LEAGUE Seniors: Mon. & Tues. Afternoons -

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Birthday Parties

Create A Memory That Will Last A Lifetime Celebrate your child’s birthday with Merritt’s Leisure Services Department We have countless options to choose from, so you can pick and choose what best suits your needs.

Just show up with your cake, decorations and guests and let us handle the rest!

Perfect Party Packages Maximum 12 children; $5/additional child.

Popcorn Party* . $90 Here’s an alternative to having a dozen kids running around your house! Hold the party here at the Civic Centre.

We’ll give you a room for presents, games and cake and then head into a movie on our massive screen!

Party includes: admission for 12 kids with 2 adults, popcorn for 14 and room for an hour * This birthday party option is offered only when movies are being shown and is subject to room availability, so book early!

Fun Express Train Station Bouncy Party . $125 Check out our newest toy! The Fun Express Train Station is the latest and greatest party option the Civic Centre has to offer!

Round up 11 of your closest friends and have the best party of the year!

Party includes: Recreation leader, 12 kids and 2 hour gym/bounce time (2-8 yrs)

Themed Birthday Parties at the Pool HAWAIIAN, DISCO DANCE, WESTERN, Angry Birds and Monster High PARTY $

160

Party includes: theme-decorated, 2 hours with our energetic funleader, admission for 10, pizza, beverages, piñata, goodie bag treats and memories to last a lifetime.

Book your party at least one week in advance to save your spot. Please inquire regarding parties requesting 10 or more children as additional fees apply.

Please remember children under the age of 7 must remain within arm’s reach of a responsible parent or caregiver 16 years and older at all times.

Book early to avoid disappointment! Consider us your party headquarters!

All bookings subject to room availability.

www.merritt.ca 250-378-6662 or 250-315-1050

Aquatic Admissions Area

NVAC Regular Hours of Operation Sunday

Main & Leisure Pool

1-4pm

Fitness Room

1-4pm

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday 6-8am 6-8am 6-8am 6-8am 6-8am 9-1pm 9-1pm 9-1pm 9-1pm 9-1pm 3:30-8:30pm 3:30-8:30pm 3:30-8:30pm 3:30-8:30pm 3:30-8:30pm

Saturday

6am-8:30pm 6am-8:30pm 6am-8:30pm 6am-8:30pm 6am-8:30pm

10-5pm

10-5pm

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Category Tot (0-2 yrs) Child (3-12 yrs) Youth (13-18 yrs) Adult (19-59 yrs) Senior (60+) Student Weight Room Only Family 1st Person Family Additional Family

9-6pm 29

9-6pm 4

24 11-3pm

30 9-6pm

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Wednesday

23

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1-4pm January

Tuesday

Thursday

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Friday

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Admission Rates

Drop In Free $ 2.40 $ 3.00 $ 4.00 $ 3.00 $ 3.20 $ 3.00 $ 3.00 $ 2.20 n/a

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10 Punch Card n/a $ 21.60 $ 27.00 $ 36.00 $ 27.00 $ 28.80 $ 27.00 n/a n/a n/a

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Monthly n/a 25.90 32.40 43.20 32.40 34.60 32.40 n/a n/a 140.00

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6 Month n/a $ 142.50 $ 178.20 $ 237.60 $ 178.20 $ 190.10 $ 178.20 n/a n/a $ 570.00

Saturday 20 10-5pm 27 10-5pm 3 10-5pm 10

Annual n/a $ 259.20 $ 324.00 $ 432.00 $ 324.00 $ 345.00 $ 324.00 n/a n/a $ 900.00

Lesson Rates Based on # of Lessons $

Red Cross Swim Lessons 7 8 9 10 30 min $ 28.65 $ 32.60 $ 36.75 $ 40.50 45 min $ 32.15 $ 36.50 $ 41.15 $ 45.50 1 hr $ 42.50 $ 48.40 $ 54.40 $ 60.30 Ask Cashier about our Leisure Lesson add on Punchcards

Nicola Valley Aquatic Center Facilites • • • • • • •

6 Lane - 25 Meter Main Pool Lazy River/Vortex Tots Pool & Water Sprays 2 Hot Tubs Dry Sauna Viewing Deck Fully Equiped Fitness Room

Within Arm’s Reach Children 6 years and under must remain within arm’s reach of a parent or adult caregiver at all times. A responsible adult or caregiver 16 years or older in the water may supervise up to 3 children under the age of 7 regardless of swimming ability.

Fitness Room Policy - 16+ years Patrons 15 years and under, please see the supervisor on duty for additional options. Clean indoor running shoes that cover the entire foot must be worn at all times. For health and safety reasons all other footwear (sandals, Crocs, flip flops, work boots, dress shoes) are not permitted. Shirts or upper body athletic wear must be worn at all times.

Jeans are not permitted. Bags, backpacks, outside shoes, and all other personal items are not permitted in the fitness room.

Lockers are located in the change room for this purpose, cost 50 cents.

Sunday Fundays . All Ages Under 2 years . Free Sundays . Ongoing 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm . $2 Come swim every Sunday for this special admission. Special activities provided when staffing permits.

Contact Information 2040 Mamette Avenue Merritt, BC V1K 1B8 250.378.6662 www.merritt.ca

For the most up to date information check with www.merritt.ca, The Merritt Herald, Facebook @merrittleisureservices, Q101 * All events are subject to change.

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Aquatic Events

Free Teen Night . 13-18 yrs Friday, Oct. 3 9:30 pm - 11:30 pm . Free Admission Come and Hang out after the Cent’s game! Teen nights are sponsored events for the youth in our community. Events will include free admission, snacks, beverages, games, prizes and much more.

Free Pre-Teen Night . 8-12yrs Saturday, Oct. 4 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm . Free Admission Pre-Teen nights are sponsored events for the youth in our community. Events will include free admission, snacks, beverages, games, prizes and much more.

Halloween Spooktacular . All Ages Sunday, Oct. 26 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm . Regular Admission Trick or treaters dress to scare. Come to the pool if you dare!

Heaps of fun waiting for you. Come jump in and join the fun.

Dive-in Movie . All Ages Saturday, Nov. 15 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm . Regular Admission Relax at the Aquatic Centre, look up and watch the big screen, where the movie will be seen. Concession available with popcorn & pop for $1. each.

Splash Down With Santa . All Ages Sunday, Dec. 14 1:30 pm - 3:30 pm . Regular Admission Celebrate the holiday with family and friends. Santa will visit and spread some holiday cheer. Come make a craft and splash with one of Santa’s elves.

New Year’s Eve Day Free Swim . All Ages Wednesday, Dec. 31 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Come out and take part in a New Year’s party the entire family can enjoy!

Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre Ladies Night • A Health & Wellness Evening Thursday, Nov. 6 • 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm • $15 for 1 or 2 for $25 We’ve gathered everything together for you to try out some health and wellness activities at the Aquatic Centre! A variety of Aqua Fit classes at the pool, Yoga, Orientation in the Gym, Reflexology, Massage, Aromatherapy and Natural Healing! This will be an evening to remember and a fun event for all your lady friends! Tickets are on sale now! Please keep in mind we need minimum 40 tickets sold for this event to run! So get your tickets early and not be disappointed!

To Name A Few: Aqua Fit Yoga Massage Natural healing

Gym Orientations Weight Loss Advice

Wine Tasting Reflexology Aromatherapy and much more will be provided for your enjoyment

Bring your friends, swim suit, towels, your workout gear, runners, try out some new moves! Relax, enjoy, remember… this night is for ladies - let’s create great memories to last forever.

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Ladies Health & Wellness Evening . 16+ Thursday Nov. 6 6:30 - 9:30 pm See ad below

Aquatic Events

Welcome to the World On your 6 month visit with your public health nurse, you will receive a free parent-and-tot swimming session. Please ask for more details.

Success by Six Tuesdays . Ongoing 10:00 am - 12:00 pm . Free Come and swim for free with your child. This program is intended for caregivers and children 6 years and under to come for a fun and free swim at the Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre.

Sponsored by Success by Six

Craft & Splash Tots . 3-6 yrs Fridays, Oct. 3 - Dec. 19 . 12 wks 9:30 am - 11:30 am . $10 drop in Day of registration $11.50 Drop your child off for a morning of a creative craft, fun, and time in the swimming pool with one of our energetic aquatic leaders. Please send your child with a snack, water bottle, and towel; dressed ready to go in their swimsuit. Sign up early as spaces are limited!

Junior Lifeguard Club . 7-12 yrs Ability to swim 25 meters Wednesdays, Oct. 1 - Dec. 3 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm . $45 - 10 weeks Learn the basics of lifeguarding in a fun atmosphere!

1ST MERRITT BEAVERS, CUBS, AND SCOUTS BOYS AND GIRLS AGE 5-13 WELCOME

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BEAVERS - age 5-7 CUBS - age 8-10 Interested in volunteering your time to help support the social development of youth in our community? Do you like the outdoors? If you answered yes, we would like to hear from you.

We require additional volunteers to assist with our program delivery.

If interested, please contact Karen (250) 378-2706.

SCOUTS - age 11-13

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Aquatic Fitness Programs

Beginner Interval Fit . 16 yrs Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays . Ongoing 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm . Regular Admission This class combines running, interval training and a variety of exercises designed to decrease body fat, increase cardiovascular efficiency, improve strength, and help people get into a routine of regular exercise.

Aqua High Intensity Boot Camp . 16 yrs Tuesdays & Thursdays . Ongoing 6:45 pm - 7:30 pm . Regular Admission This ‘Aqua Boot Camp’ style pushes people to work at a higher intensity than they would if exercising alone. Explore powerful movement combinations, experience moves designed to increase muscular strength and endurance; also learn how to effectively incorporate short intervals of propulsion and power to build a boot camp class.

Diaper Fit (Minnow & Me) . Parent & Child 6M-18M Fridays . Ongoing 11:15 am - 11:45 am . Regular Admission Ease back into fitness and introduce baby to the water in a safe and fun environment! This ½ hour class is taught in the main pool with baby in a floating dolphin seat. Baby must be 6 months old.

Teens Under the age of 16 and would like to find a workout for you? Please contact our on duty supervisor for more details regarding fitness classes and weight room workouts.

Masters Stroke Clinic . All ages Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays . Ongoing Tuesdays 6:00 am - 7:00 am Regular Admission Wednesdays 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Regular Admission Thursdays 6:00 am - 7:00 am Regular Admission This “Stroke Clinic” is to help people develop swim stroke techniques and improve the performance of a variety of aquatic activities. This class will also help build on performance in the Aqua High Power Intensity Boot Camp Class.

Volunteer Club for Youth Aqua Leaders . Participants must hold a minimum of a Bronze Medallion Award.

The Aqua Leader will earn “Recreation Bucks” at the rate of $2.50 per hour that can be used to take advanced courses at our facility. (Lifesaving Society Awards - NLS, Red Cross - AWSI & WSI). This program will also earn your way to become eligible for our Lifeguard/Instructor Sponsorship Program.

Please ask our supervisor on duty or the front desk receptionist for more details

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Silence is Golden . 16 yrs Mondays & Wednesdays . Ongoing 11:00 am - 11:45 am . Regular Admission Using silence and focusing on muscular strength, balance, stretch and flexibility, this class will build on maintaining proper form by keeping a well-aligned spine and stable core.

Aquatic Fitness Programs

NVAC Aquatic Fitness Programs Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Masters Stroke Clinic 6am-7am

Thursday

Friday

Masters Stroke Clinic 6am-7am

Silence Is Golden 11-11:45am

Silence Is Golden 11-11:45am

Diaper Fit (Minnow & Me) 11:15-11:45am

Beginners Interval Fit 12-12:45pm

Beginners Interval Fit 12-12:45pm

Beginners Interval Fit 12-12:45pm

Aqua High Intensity Boot-Camp 6:45-7:30pm

Masters Stroke Clinic 6:30pm-7:30pm

Aqua High Intensity Boot-Camp 6:45-7:30pm

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PAR Q - be sure to check with a doctor before participating in an exercise program

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Leadership Programs

Bronze Medallion . 13 yrs 13 yrs by last day of course if candidate does not have Bronze Star.

Sunday, Sept. 28 - Sunday, Oct. 19 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm . $160 + manual Bronze Medallion teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education - judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness. Rescuers learn self-rescue techniques, defense and release methods, and tows and carries in preparation for challenging rescues involving conscious and unconscious victims of various types, including spinal injuries and circulatory emergencies.

Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim. Bronze Medallion includes the CPR-A certification.

Bronze Cross Proof of Bronze Medallion Sunday, Nov. 2 - Sunday, Nov. 23 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm . $160 Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including an introduction to safety supervision in aquatic facilities. 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 and fitness training skills. Bronze Cross includes the CPR-C certification and is one of the prerequisite awards for all advanced Lifeguarding and Leadership training programs.

Bronze Cross is worth 2 Grade 11 High School Credits.

Bronze Lifesaving Camp Combination . 13 yrs Sunday, Sept. 28 - Sunday, Nov. 23 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm . $325 manual included (no class Oct. 26) This Bronze Lifesaving Camp combines the Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross course into one action packed program. (13 yrs of age by the last day of the course if candidates do not have Bronze Star) This course is also worth 2 Grade 11 High School Credits.

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Bronze Star . 8 yrs 12 yrs recommended and the ability to swim Sunday, Sept. 28 - Sunday, Oct. 5 12:30 pm - 5:30 pm . $125 + manual Bronze Star is a pre-Bronze Medallion program that provides excellent preparation for success in obtaining the Bronze Medallion award. In Bronze Star, participants develop problem-solving and decision-making skills as they relate to water rescue and first aid. Candidates develop water smart confidence and the lifesaving skills needed to be their own personal lifeguard.

Advanced Programs

Standard First Aid . 15+ yrs Wednesday, Sept. 24, Thursday, Sept. 25 & Friday, Sept. 26 . 3 days 3:30 pm - 9:00 pm . $120 Standard First Aid trains rescuers in the skills and knowledge to assess and provide basic life support to patients with airway, breathing or circulatory emergencies, as well as how to manage medical and environmental emergencies. 100% attendance is required.

Standard First Aid Re-cert . 15+ yrs Saturday, Sept. 27 . 1 day 9:00 am - 6:00 pm . $75 Standard First Aid Recertification keeps your SFA up to date with the current rescuer’s training. Please bring your current SFA card. 100% attendance is required.

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Steps to Becoming a Lifeguard BronzeStar Bronze Medallion Bronze Cross Standard First Aid National Lifeguard N i c o l a Va ll ey Aq u at i c C e ntre 25 0. 378 .6 6 6 2

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NVAC Schedules

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Pool Usage Schedule

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Swim Lessons Schedule Fall 2014 Lesson Sets Saturday Lessons

12:00pm

11:30am

11:00am

10:30am

Enroll in Swim Kids

Parented

Duck 12 - 24 mnths Sea Turtle 24 -36 mnths Sea Turtle 3– 6 years

X

Salamander 3 – 6 years

X

Sunfish 3 – 6 years

X

Crocodile 3 – 6 years

Sunfish Sunfish

Whale 3 – 6 years

Croccodile Croccodile Whale Whale

Level 1

60 Minutes 45 Min

Starfish Duck Sea-Turtle Sea-Otter Salamander

X

Sea Otter 3 – 6 years

30 Minutes

Red Cross Preschool

Non - Parented

Level Indication

Starfish 4 - 12 mnths

Red Cross Swim Kids (5 - 12 Years)

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Transfer Red Cross Swim Preschool to Red Cross Swim Kids

October 18 December 6 10:00am

NICOLA VALLEY AQUATIC CENTRE SWIM LESSONS SCHEDULE

Swim Lesson Transition Chart

Complete or Incomplete

Level 1

Incomplete Complete Incomplete Complete Incomplete Complete

Level 1 Level 2 Level 2 Level 3 Level 3 Level 4

X

Level 2

X

Level 3

X

CHILDREN'S FITNESS

Level 4

X

Level 5

X

Level 6

X

Level 7

X

Level 8

X

Level 9

X

Level 10

X

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TAX CREDIT The Children's Fitness Tax Credit lets parent claim up to $500 per year for eligible fitness expenses paid for each child who is under 16 year of age at the beginning of the year in which the expenses are paid. www.cra.gc.ca/fitness

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Swim Lessons Fall 2014 SwimSchedule Sets 9/10 Lesson Set

Starfish 4 - 12 mnths

X

Duck 12 - 24 mnths

X

Sea Turtle 24 -36 mnths

X X

Sea Otter 3 – 6 years

X

Sunfish 3 – 6 years

X X

Whale 3 – 6 years

X X

X

X X X X

Level 4

X

Level 5

X

Level 6

X

Level 7

X

Level 8

X

Level 9

X

Level 10

X

Adult Lessons

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5:30 pm

X

Level 3

45 Min

5:00 pm

X

Level 2

60 Minutes

4:30 pm

X

Crocodile 3 – 6 years

Level 1

4:00 pm

X

X

Open

Red Cross Swim Kids (5 - 12 Years)

3:30 pm

12:00pm

10:30am

X

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Salamander 3 – 6 years

10:00 am

9:00 am

5:30 pm

Tuesday/Thursday September 30 - October 30 5:00 pm

4:30 pm

4:00 pm

3:30 pm

11:00 am

10:30 am

10:00 am

9:30 am

7:00 am

Monday/Wednesday September 29 - October 30 No Lesson October 13th

Sea Turtle 3– 6 years

30 Minutes

Red Cross Preschool

Non - Parented

Parented

Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre Swim Lesson Schedule

September/October 2014

9:30am

Lesson Set # 1

Swim Lessons Schedule Fall 2014 Swim Sets 9/10 Lesson Set

Duck 12 - 24 mnths

X

Sea Turtle 24 -36 mnths

X X

Sea Otter 3 – 6 years

X

5:30 pm

5:00 pm

4:30 pm

4:00 pm

3:30 pm

12:00pm

9:30 am

9:00 am

5:30 pm

5:00 pm

4:30 pm

4:00 pm

3:30 pm

11:00 am

10:30 am

10:00 am

9:30 am

7:00 am

X

10:30 am

Tuesday/Thursday November 4 - December 4 No Class November 11th

Monday/Wednesday November 3 - December 3

Starfish 4 - 12 mnths

Sea Turtle 3– 6 years

30 Minutes

Red Cross Preschool

Non - Parented

Parented

Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre Swim Lesson Schedule

November/December 2014

10:00 am

Lesson Set # 1

X

X

X

Salamander 3 – 6 years

X

Sunfish 3 – 6 years

X

Crocodile 3 – 6 years

X

Whale 3 – 6 years

X

X X

Level 1

X

Level 2

45 Min

Level 3

60 Minutes

Red Cross Swim Kids (5 - 12 Years)

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Open X X

Level 4

X

Level 5

X

Level 6

X

Level 7

X

Level 8

X

Level 9

X

Level 10

X

Adult Lessons

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Pre-School Descriptions

The love of swimming starts here.

When you choose the Red Cross Swim Preschool program, you’re getting: . A program based on research . Proven excellence in teaching . Age-appropriate learning through games and songs . A focus on your child’s safety and comfort 8-level program for children 4 mnths – 6 yrs

Give your child the gift of aquatic fun and swimming at an early age.

Songs, games and introductory swimming skills will make your child comfortable and happy in the water. Each level is built around an aquatic animal mascot, which makes lessons engaging and fun. The instructor uses progressive teaching techniques adapted to each child and provides constant feedback and encouragement. Parents will participate in the classes with their child for the first three levels. Children enter a level based on their age and abilities:

Starfish . 4 - 12 mnths

Orientation to water for babies and their parent/caregiver. To enter this level, babies must be able to hold their head up. The goals are to help babies experience buoyancy and movement through songs and play in the water and to teach the parent/caregiver age-specific water safety. This level is participation-based only, without formal evaluation.

Duck . 12 - 24 mnths

Orientation to water for toddlers and their parent/caregiver. Age is the only condition for entering this level. Swimmers learn how to use floating objects for support and explore different water movements through games, songs and active water play. The parent/caregiver also learns age-specific water safety. This level is participation-based only, without formal evaluation.

Sea Turtle . 24 - 36 mnths

Orientation to water for toddlers and their parent/caregiver. Age is the only condition for entering this level. Swimmers learn, through fun games and songs, how to combine skills, how to kick with a buoyant object and how to perform basic floats, glides and kicks. This level is participation-based only, without formal evaluation.

Sea Otter . 3 - 6 yrs

Transitional level that transfers the preschooler to the care of the instructor. All skills are assisted by the instructor. Swimmers enter this level when they are 3 years of age. Using games and activities, swimmers learn to open their eyes under water, further develop basic floats and glides, and swim one metre. They also learn ageappropriate water safety skills. Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to Salamander once all criteria have been successfully completed.

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Salamander . 3 - 6 yrs

Swimmers enter this level when they have successfully completed Sea Otter. Using games and activities, swimmers learn to swim two metres, further develop basic floats and increase their distance on front and back glide. Front swim and roll-over glide are also included, and swimmers learn appropriate water safety skills such as how to jump into chest-deep water and how to use a personal flotation device (PFD). Safety skills development includes water orientation, safe entries and exits and only swimming when an adult is present. Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to Sunfish once all criteria have been successfully completed.

Sunfish . 3 - 6 yrs

Swimmers enter this level when they have successfully completed Salamander. Using games and activities, swimmers learn to swim five metres, increase their distance using buoyant objects, increase their front and back glide with kick, and develop their roll-over glide, side glide and front swim. Safety skills include deep-water skills and use of a personal flotation device (PFD). Safety skills development such as water orientation, safe entries and exits and always asking for permission before going near the water. Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to Crocodile once all criteria have been successfully completed.

Crocodile . 3 - 6 yrs

Swimmers enter this level when they have successfully completed Sunfish. Through games and other fun activities, swimmers learn to swim five metres on their front and back, perform a dolphin kick and begin using rhythmic breathing. They also progress with kicking drills and increase their swimming distance to 10 metres. Safety skills include jumping into deep water and performing surface support for 10 seconds, recognizing when a swimmer needs help and using a personal flotation device (PFD) in deep water. Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to Whale once all criteria have been successfully completed.

Whale . 3 - 6 yrs

Swimmers enter this level when they have successfully completed Crocodile. Through fun activities, swimmers perform a front and back swim for 10 metres. Swimmers work on developing their flutter kick and perform a distance swim of 15 metres. Safety skills include identifying safe swimming areas, jumping into deep water, swimming five metres, surface support for 20 seconds a return to safety, throwing assists and sitting dives. Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the program once all criteria have been achieved.

Children 5 yrs or older are ready for the appropriate level of Red Cross Swim Kids.

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Red Cross Swim Preschool

Swim Kids Descriptions

Red Cross Swim Kids A healthy life through swimming

When you choose the Red Cross Swim Kids program, you’re getting: A program based on research Proven excellence in teaching Strokes and safety skills – the combination that saves lives A focus on fitness and personal performance

. . . .

10-level program for children 5 - 12 yrs

Help your child develop a healthy lifestyle through swimming. Your child will learn to swim and stay safe in a fun environment that promotes a personal best and celebrates individual success. The 10 levels allow for solid progression. Children learn competitive and survivals strokes, and build their distance and speed, while focusing on making safe decisions in, on and around the water.

In each level, participants are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to the next level once all criteria have been successfully completed.

RCSK . 1

Swimmers receive an orientation to water and the pool area and work on floats, glides and kicking. Swimmers build their endurance by working on the five metre front swim.

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RCSK . 2

Swimmers work on propulsion skills to move through the water and to remain at the surface. Swimmers work on the front swim (five metres) and learn about deep-water activities and proper use of a personal flotation device (PFD). Fitness activities include the 10 metre flutter kick and a 10 metre distance swim.

RCSK . 3

This level provides an introduction to diving, and teaches swimmers how to make wise choices about where and when to swim.

Endurance is achieved by building strength in the flutter kick and a 15 metre swim.

RCSK . 4

This level introduces the front crawl (10 metres) and back swims with shoulder roll (15 metres). Swimmers work on kneeling dives, surface support (45 seconds, deep water) and developing a greater sense of selfsafety by understanding their own limits. Endurance is built through a 25 metre swim.

RCSK . 5

This level introduces the back crawl (15 metres), sculling skills, whip kick on the back, stride dives and treading water. Front crawl increases to 15 metres. An introduction to safe boating skills is also included.

Endurance is developed through a 50 metre swim.

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RCSK . 6

This level refines front crawl with a focus on hand entry and breathing (25 metres), back crawl with a focus on arm positions and body roll (25 metres), and introduces elementary backstroke (15 metres), safety on ice, and rescue of others with throwing assists. Swimmers demonstrate the front dive and their ability to tread water in deep water for 1½ minutes. Endurance is built through dolphin kick and a 75 metre swim.

RCSK . 7

This level builds skills and endurance for the front crawl (50 metres), back crawl (50 metres) and elementary back stroke (25 metres) and introduces whip kick on the front. Swimmers learn about airway and breathing obstructions, reach assists and stride entry. Swimming endurance is increased to a 150 metre swim.

RCSK . 8

This level is an introduction to breast stroke (15 metres) and feet-first surface dives. Swimmers learn about the dangers of open water, hypothermia, the performance of rescue breathing on children and adults, and standing shallow dives. Swimmers participate in timed treading water activities using the eggbeater skill for three minutes to improve their ability to remain at the surface in the event of an unexpected fall into water. Endurance is built on a 300m swim. Front crawl and back crawl distances are increased to 75 metres each.

RCSK . 9

This level refines the front crawl (100 metres), back crawl (100 metres), elementary back stroke (50 metres) and breast stroke (25 metres), and encourages swimmers to combine different kicks for fitness (three minutes). They also work on head-first surface dives and learn about wise choices, peer influences and self-rescue from ice. Endurance is built through a 400 metre swim.

RCSK . 10

This level is a final assessment of the strokes for technique and distance (front crawl 100 metre, back crawl 100 metre, elementary back stroke 50 metre, breast stroke 50 metre and sidestroke 25 metre).

Swimmers learn about sun safety, rescue of others from ice, and head-first and feet-first surface dives. Endurance is built using the dolphin kick (vertical) and a 500 metre swim.

Participation in Red Cross Swim may qualify you for the Children’s Fitness Tax Credit.

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Community Directory Merritt Seniors’ Carpet Bowling Rose Muldowan: 250-378-4139

Canadian Country Music Heritage Society (Hall of Fame) Ron Sanders: 250-378-5957 ron@sandersandcompany.com

Merritt Seniors’ Floor Curling Rose Moldowan 250-378-3763 Sports & Fitness

Merritt Community Choir Ellen Nast: 250-378-9899

Coquihalla Taekwondo Ed Nedokus: 250-378-2186

Nicola Valley Community Arts Council Ula Chauvet: 250-378-1330

Merritt & District Tennis Club Pres: Harbans Sandhu: 250-378-5687 harbans3@telus.net VP: Harry Orton: 250-378-5805 haorton4@telus.net

Merritt Community Cinema Society Margaret Carlson: 250-378-5645 Merritt Live Theatre Society Mil Juricic: 250-315-5673 Merritt Walk of Stars Society Ron Sanders: 250-378-5957 ron@sandersandcompany.com Nicola Valley Community Band James Clarke: 250-378-9894 theclarkfamily@shaw.ca Steve Rose (booking): 250-378-5031

Merritt Curling Club Paul Montgomery: 250-378-3975 Merritt Dance Society Selena Voigt 250-378-7266 Merritt Golf & Country Club Sydney van Rensburg 250-378-9414 sydnell@yahoo.com Merritt Lawn Bowling Club Jill Jackson: 250-315-1492

Nicola Valley Fish & Game Club Paul Komonoski: 250-378-4904 www.nvfishandgameclub.ca Nicola Valley Minor Lacrosse Association Ron Hartwig: 250-378-1519 Special Interest Groups Angels Animal Rescue Facebook Angels Animal Rescue –Merritt Judanna: 250-378-5223 Anita: 250450-9935 Ask Wellness Society 250-315-0098 Cadet Core, 950 Rocky Mountain Rangers Tracey Woods-Brooks: 250-378-1302 or 250-378-4722 Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) Fireside Centre 2026 Granite Ave Open Wed & Fri 9:00am-2:30pm Merritt.clubhouse@cmha.bc.ca or 250-378-5660

Nicola Valley Film Society Cathy Star: 250-378-3974

Merritt Minor Hockey Association Earl Nygaard 250-378-9229

Nicola Valley Quilters Guild Sharon McRea: 250-378-6514

Merritt Mixed Slow-Pitch Lisa DeWinter: 250-315-3122

Sagebrush Spinners & Weavers Sheila Schwan: 250-315-0053 swschwan@loganlake.net

Merritt Mountain Bike Association www.merrittmountainbiking.com merrittbiking@yahoo.ca

Community Futures Nicola Valley 250-378-3923

Say So Expression Society Mil Juricic: 250-315-5673

Merritt Otters Swim Club Josee Warren: 250-315-5086

Community Policing Office 250-378-3955

Valley Visual Artists of Nicola Valley Fran McMurchy: 250-378-4230

Merritt Volleyball Association Dave Finch: 250-378-5464

Conayt Friendship Society Office 250-378-5107

Senior Groups/Activities

Merritt Youth Soccer Association Gary Dixon: 250-378-9842

Fireside Centre 250-378-5660

Nicola Nordic Ski Club John & Kate Anderson: 250-378-9674

Garlic Fest & Antique Tractor Show Pete & Becky Ratzlaff: 250-378-4199

Nicola Valley Archery Club B.J. Moore: 250-280-0304 brian.moore@gov.bc.ca

Girl Guides of Canada Danica Vere: 250-936-8298

Merritt & District Senior Association 250-378-3763 Merritt Lawn Bowling Jill Jackson: 250-315-1492

Coldwater Ranch Lodge (Abilitas Foundation) 1200 Covert Place, Merritt, BC Website: http://abilitasfoundation.org Phone#: 1-604-854-1720

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Community Directory Journey’s Into Tomorrow Transition House: 250-378-6170 or journeys@live.ca Marvelous Mutts Rescue Society Facebook: Marvelous Mutts Rescue & Rehoming Margie: 250-378-4599 Merritt Centennials Hockey Club Society Dustin Scafe - 250-378-3604 Merritt & District Chamber of Commerce Etelka 250-378-5634 Merritt & District Hospice Society 250-280-1701 or 250-280-4040 Merritt Centennials Booster Club Betty & Harry Doberstein: 250-378-6940

Nicola Valley Fish & Game Club Paul Komonoski: 250-378-4904 Nicola Valley & District Food Bank Marlene Fenton: 250-378-2282 Nicola Valley Kennel Club Elaine Gill: 250-378-6827 Lori Jacobson 250-378-5172 Nicola Valley Quilters Guild Sharon McRea: 250-378-6514 Nicola Valley Rodeo Association Brent Kynock: 250-378-5741 Nicola Valley Search & Rescue Chris Lepsoe: 250-378-6769 Nicola Valley Transportation Society 250-378-4080. www.busonline.ca

Merritt Flying Club Herb Graham 250-378-7075 or Tom Fox: 250-378-7379

Nicola Valley Visual Artist: Weekly Creative Sessions held @ Courthouse Gallery Thur. 4:00pm-8:00pm Fran McMurchy: 250-378-4230

Merritt Little Britches Rodeo Sharon Goss: 250-350-3494

Nicola Valley Women’s Institute 250-378-2536

Merritt Navy League Corp.

Michelle Fox: 250-378-4099

North West Mud Racing Association NWMRA Facebook or nwmra.com

Merritt Snowmobile Club Adam McDonald: 250-315-3673

NV Remote Control Flyers: Jack: 250-378-4371

Merritt Stock Car Association Lonni Boszko: 250-315-0474

Pacific Forest Car Rally Nicki Beverly: 1-250-574-4363 Email: nicki@rallybc.com Website: pacificforestrally.com

Nicola Family Therapy 250-378-9222 Nicola Naturalists and Nicola Valley Explorers Society Alan Burger Email: aburger@uvic.ca Ph: 250-378-2468 www.nicolanaturalistsociety.com Nicola Valley Cruisers Norma Mervyn : 250-378-5761 Nicola Valley Cruisers & Car Club Sam Roline: 250-378-9569 Nicola Valley Fall Fair Association Kathy Reimer: 250-378-5925

Pacific Sport Josee Warren: 250-315-1075 Rotary Club Sheila Whitiker 250-378-2550 Rotary Club of Merritt Sunrise MJ Berezan: 250-378-3668 Royal Canadian Legion 250-378-5631 Scouts Canada Karen Pare: 250-378-2706

Special Olympics BC- Merritt Chapter Interior Community Services: 250-378-9676 bjrobbie@shaw.ca Success by 6 Trish Rodie: 250-525-0159 (C) Office: 250-378-5660 The Knights of Columbus Joe Kalfics: 250-378-4961 Valley Scrapbookers Danica Vere: 250-936-8298 Vintage Car Club – Merritt Second Wednesday – 7:00 PM Anglican Church Hall Al 250-378-7402 Jack 250-378-2662 Welcome Wagon Debra Isaac: 250-315-1035 djjjti@telus.net Work BC 250-378-5151 Tourism The Baillie House 250-378-0349 Tourism Nicola Valley Anoop Sekhon: 250-378-3567 BC Visitor Centre at Merritt 250-315-1342 Gold Country Geocaching 1-877-453-9467. www.goldtrail.com Joyce Perrie: 250-378-4768 Hello BC 1-800-435-5622

Merritt City Hall 2185 Voght St 250-378-4224

Merritt Civic Centre 1950 Mamette Ave 250-315-1050

Nicola Valley Aquatic Centre 2040 Mamette Ave 250-378-6662

Claybanks RV Park 1302 Voght St 250-378-6441

Community Police Office 2013 Quilchena Ave 250-378-3955

Nicola Valley Memorial Arena 2075 Mamette Ave 250-378-4832

Nicola Valley Museum & Archives 2075 Mamette Ave 250-378-4145

The Baillie House & Visitor Info Booth 2075 Mamette Ave 250-378-0349

The Merritt Library (TNRD) 2075 Mamette Ave 250-378-4737

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Civic Facility Info

Parks • Amenities • Trails

Rotary Park

1990 Maxwell Ave.

Centennial Park

2408 Voght St.

N’Kwala Park

1350 Government Ave.

2050 Merritt Ave.

Spirit Square

Coldwater River Trail

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Lions Memorial Park

Ball Diamond

Skateboard Park

Drinking Water

Running Track

Play Ground

Walking Trails

Playing Field

Water Park

Picnic Facilities

Mountain Bike Course

Washrooms

Sand Volleyball Court

Central Park

2975 Voght St.

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1301 Voght St.

Voght Park

1500 Canford Ave.

City of Merritt Park Bookings for events, weddings, festivals, etc. Call the Merritt Civic Centre 250.315.1050

www.merritt.ca

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