Parks And Trails Brochure

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PARKS BROCHURE, INDICATING IT AS A GEO-PARK. YOU WILL FIND POINTS OF
GEOLOGICAL INTEREST WITH INTERPRETATIVE SIGNS AND ADVICE ON WHERE
FURTHER INFORMATION CAN BE FOUND.
City of Nanaimo Parks & Trails |
Nanaimo It 's a Lifestyle
COMMUNITY GARDEN
WILDLIFE
SPORT FIELD
PLAYGROUNDS
FISHING
TRACK AND FIELD
WATER PARK
BOAT RAMP
LACROSSE
DOG PARK
GYM / FITNESS AREA
VOLLEY BALL
POOL
KAYAKING
PLACE OF INTEREST
ARENA
SWIMMING
PARKING
SKATE PARK
DIVING
SEA PLANE TERMINAL
PEDESTRIAN ROUTES
GOLF
FERRY TERMINAL
INTERPRETIVE CONTENT
DISC GOLF
MARINA
PICNIC AREA
HORSE SHOES
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Nanaimo’s harbour and
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destination for boaters. The 4km Harbourside
Walkway, Swy-a-lana Lagoon, fishing and
walking piers and Maffeo Sutton Park
combine as the most popular destination for
recreation in the city.
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Home to many of the city’s festivals and community events. There
is a great feel to this open space overlooking the water. It offers
great relaxation, swimming, a playground and a pavilion for those
summer night concerts. Come here to enjoy the sunshine or to find
a shade tree to enjoy the great outdoors.
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Be sure to pick up these useful City of Nanaimo parks publications
Great for cyclists of all abilities.
The brochure provides
information for commuters,
casual riders and those just
getting the hang of it.
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with incredible ocean view backdrops. There are a number of
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the duck pond, the Rhododendron Garden which is full bloom
in early spring in front of the waterfalls. For the gathering
afterwards, there are two covered shelters available.
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Annual Park Events
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Sutton Park. Pack a picnic and enjoy a free concert in one of
our picturesque parks.
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community celebrations at Nanaimo’s signature event park.
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friends to learn about the important role rivers play in our
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success of the Millstone River rehabilitation and side stream
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also share their knowledge about cooking with wild plants.
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, there are nine
officially designated dog offleash parks in Nanaimo plus
additional pilot sites.
Please be sure to read and become familiar with the rules
posted at the entrances to the dog off leash areas. Nanaimo’s
successful dog off leash park system is the result of a strong
working relationship between parks staff and the public. Please
feel free to contact staff with your concern and comments as
this important part of our parks system continues to grow.
Dog off leash Parks
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leash area and is fully fenced and centrally located.
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terrain.
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your dog to run and play.
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owners.
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power lines on the southern side of Westwood Lake is open
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has a natural character for active dogs and owners.
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Parkway Trail.
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off-leash information.
Spray Parks …
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Bus and Bike Routes
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invited to stop by one of the selected neighbourhood parks for
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attend with a parent or caregiver.
Host parks change annually so be sure to check out the current
activity guide or call 250 756 5200 for location details.
Volunteers in Parks
Good to know …
Do you love our community parks and want to give back? There
are a number of ways you can get involved through our
‘Volunteer in Parks’ ( VIP) programs.
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people in the great outdoors for a great workout, good
company and good cause.
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of little ones in your neighbourhood? Get together with your
neighbours and create a place for them to hang out.
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can also be developed under VIP.
Please keep the following in mind when using our trails and
parks so everyone can enjoy their visit:
No SMOKING - Nanaimo’s parks, beaches, playgrounds
and city managed public spaces are smoke free.
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parks, unless visiting a designated off leash dog park.
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others.
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helps keep harmful bacteria from entering our waterways and
keeps our trails litter free.
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users.
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surroundings especially on our multi-use trails (E&N &
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t 1BDLJUPVU. Please help us reduce costs and keep our parks
beautiful by packing out your trash
t 'FFEJOHJTGPVM. The wildlife doesn’t need handouts to survive.
In fact, when you feed them it can cause overcrowding and
disease.
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in the fabric of our park and trail and
recreational system.
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sites. It increases the sense of place and
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the Harbour font Walkway and wall hangings in our pools and
arenas. Several temporary pieces are displayed seasonally such
as street banners and outdoor art in Maffeo Sutton Park and
essentially create outdoor art galleries in the parks.
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Free Summer Playground Program
- July & August
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that create a safe and healthy recreational activity within
communities. They allow for local food production and can
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are several gardens within the city limits, Nanaimo Parks,
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on park property and more in the planning stage. They include:
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H A R B O U R
Wedding Brochure
Community Gardens
Destination Playgrounds
Nanaimo boasts a lot of great playgrounds, but there are a few
that are considered ‘EFTUJOBUJPOT’. These include:
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cycling route for those learning how to get around on two
wheels, covered picnic tables and one of Vancouver Island’s
largest climbing structures.
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this nautical themed playground is located on the
waterfront.
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and a climbing web.
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has a multi-purpose sport court, a universally accessible
playground, picnic facilities and water park elements
(seasonal).
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Getting married in one of Nanaimo’s beautiful parks is an ideal
way to start a lifetime together. Like any park use, wedding
ceremonies can impact our environment and other park visitors’
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guidelines in place to help you plan for a picture perfect
celebration.
t For more information and to obtain an event permit
call 250 756 5200 and speak to our outdoor spaces
allocations clerk.
PARKS, RECREATION AND CULTURE
Weddings in Parks
Provides a great overview of the
rules for this popular game.
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Parks And Trails Brochure
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Welcome to our Parks and Trails...
Some of Nanaimo’s greatest assets are its parks and
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residents and visitors many wonderful opportunities
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amenities added through development.
Enjoy the many parks by participating in various
activities like walking, hiking, cycling roller blading,
wildlife viewing, beachcombing, picnicking and
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beauty, unique characteristics and charm. Take time
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City of Nanaimo Park Hours
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October to March ..................................6 am to 11 pm
April to September ..................................6 am to Dusk
Water / Spray Parks
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For more details about our 200+ parks
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For further information, contact City of Nanaimo
Department of Parks, Recreation and Culture
250.756.5200
www.nanaimo.ca
[email protected]