Summer Activity
Guide
Skating
The Waterford Tricenturena
Arena is open all summer!
View schedule of all skates at norfolkcounty.ca/Skating
Public Skates
• Tuesdays - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Sundays - 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Sticks and Pucks
Family:
• Thursdays - 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Saturdays - 4:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (closed July 1)
Adult (begins July 3rd):
• Mondays - 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (closed August 7)
Pre-registration at NorfolkCounty.ca/encore is encouraged and preferred. Drop-ins with exact cash welcome. Public Skate: $2.00, Sticks and Pucks: $2.00. Learn more about rules and skate descriptions at norfolkcounty.ca.
Looking for a large indoor venue to host an event or for indoor play? The multi-purpose floor at the Simcoe Recreation Centre is available year-round for one-time or repeat booking. Visit NorfolkCounty.ca/encore or call 226-NORFOLK or 519-426-5870 ext. 2233 to book!
Swimming
Stay cool and have fun in the water this summer!
View schedule of all swims at norfolkcounty.ca/Swimming
Registration for Fall swimming lessons starts in August, watch for details on Norfolk County’s Recreation Facebook page!
Pre-registration at NorfolkCounty.ca/encore is encouraged and preferred. Drop-ins welcome. Public swim: child: $3.00, adult $5.00. Family: $12.00. For requirements, rules, and swim descriptions, visit norfolkcounty.ca. Swim times subject to change.
Unfold for camps, leadership programs, and more!
Public Swims Family Swims Mon. 1 - 2 p.m. 7 - 8 p.m. Tues. 2 - 3 p.m. 7 - 8 p.m. 6 - 7 p.m. Wed. 1 - 2 p.m. 7 - 8 p.m. 6 - 7 p.m. Thurs. 1 - 2 p.m. 7
8 p.m. 6 - 7 p.m. Fri. 1 - 2 p.m. 7 - 8 p.m. 6 - 7 p.m. Sat. 1 - 2 p.m. Sun. 10 a.m.11:30 a.m.
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Visit the Simcoe Kinsmen Splash Park for another way to cool off!
Recreation
Learn something new, meet new friends, and get active!
Read more and register online at NorfolkCounty.ca/encore Youth
and Leadership
My Safe Life: Personal Safety for Kids | Ages 7-10 | $46
• July 20 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Learn to make safe, caring and respectful decisions online and offline.
My Safe Life: Home Alone Safety Program | Ages 9-11 | $46
• July 18 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• This program gets kids ready to be alone without adult supervision for short periods of time.
Canadian Safety Council Babysitter Training Course | $78
• For kids who will be 12 years of age within 6 months of the end of the course.
• July 17 and 19 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
• Learn to care for children, handle emergencies, and manage behaviour in this two-day course.
Norfolk County Youth Action Committee
• Calling all students ages 13-19 who want to get involved in their community.
• Contact recreation@norfolkcounty.ca or call Recreation Customer Service at 226-NORFOLK ext. 2233.
Summer Day Camp and Outdoor Adventure Day Camps
• Ages 4.5-12; Delhi and Simcoe camps: $204/week, $167.20/week July 31-August 4; Waterford and Backus camps: $184/week, $147.20/week July 31-August 4
• July 3 to August 25 from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
• Located in Delhi, Simcoe, and Waterford and Backus conservation areas
Speciality Camps
Jr. Golfer Camp | Ages 7-12 | $184/week
• July 31 to August 4 and August 21 to August 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• Located at the Port Dover Golf Club
Cheerleading Camp | Ages 7-12 | $184.00
• July 10 to 14 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• Located at Delhi District Secondary School
M&M Hoops Basketball Camp | Ages 5-14 | $184.00
• July 3 to 7 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
• Special program for grade 7 and 8 players
• Located at Simcoe Composite School
Introduction to Kayaking | Ages 7-12 | $184
• August 8 to August 11 from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
• Located at Waterford North Conservation Area
Youth Introduction to Kayaking | Ages 13-19 | $98
• Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 11, 13, 25 and 27, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Located at Waterford North Conservation Area
Heritage & Culture
From art to science to nature, there’s something for everyone this summer!
Read more and register online at NorfolkCounty.ca/encore
Port Dover Harbour Museum
Visit us Wednesday to Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission by donation, including:
• Ahoy! Try your hand at the wheel of our 1912 freighter wheelhouse or blowing our brass ship’s horns and complete the scavenger hunt to win a prize!
• Check out the Cantelon exhibit and draw your own Cantelon-inspired picture or postcard
Delhi Tobacco Museum & Heritage Centre
Join us for “Family Days” on Saturdays through July and August for a variety of activities, workshops and interactive programs for children and adults of all ages, including:
• Mosaic workshop with Pieceful Arts
• Mill Tour and games in the park
• Mask Sculptures with Kathy Kupi
• Mad Science
• Fishing program at Quance dam
• Canadian Raptor Conservancy and Birding Bingo
• Plein air watercolour painting
Waterford Heritage & Agricultural Museum
Spend a Night at the museum under the stars with campfire adventures and glow-in-the-dark games, stories, and S’mores, followed by popcorn and a movie!
• August 25 to 26, starts at 6:30 p.m. on Friday, August 25, with pickup at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday, August 26
• Cost is $35 per child
• Learn more at waterfordmuseum.ca
Museum Summer Camps
Camps run Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
• Register for a day or a week. Ages 5 to 10, $33/day
• Extended care from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., $5/day
Waterford Heritage & Agricultural Museum
• Raiders of the Lost Artifacts - July 3 to 7
• Fear Factor Week - July 10 to 14
• WHAM’s Got Talent! - July 17 to 21
• Let’s do the Time-warp again! - July 31 to August 4
• Fun with Food - August 7 to 11
• Around the World - August 14 to 18
• Summer Fiesta! - August 21 to Thursday, August 24
Birthday Party Packages
Start planning your swim or skate party!
Packages include one-hour of public swim or skate time, plus everything you need for up to 10 children, including the guest of honour!
To book a party, call 226-NORFOLK or 519-426-5870 ext. 2233.
Norfolk County Public Library
We’re giving you MORE summer this year!
Sign up for our 6-week-long Summer Reading Program this summer. The MORE you read the MORE points you’ll earn to get amazing prizes!
Registration opens the last week of June, so visit ncpl.ca for your summer guide and to register!
For more information or questions regarding these or any other activities, contact us at 226-NORFOLK or 519-426-5870 ext. 2233 norfolkcounty.ca
