Fall Programming
View our PDF of Adventure Earth's fall programs. Visit halifax.ca/myREC to register.
Questions about the Adventure Earth's Fall Programs?
Contact the staff at:
Terri Peace (Community Recreation Outdoor Coordinator) at 902-476-0007, peacet@halifax.ca
Damion Stapledon (Community Recreation Outdoor Coordinator), 902-490-4539, stapled@halifax.ca.
Janine Rowlings (Program Assistant) at 902-240-0439, rowlinj@halifax.ca.
Note about all Fall Programs:
For all Adventure Earth Centre Fall programs you will need closed toe shoes, warm outdoor clothes, rain gear and water bottle.
Nature Play Parent & Tot
Start date: Thursday, October 15, 2020
Ages: 0-5
Location: Fleming Park, Halifax and Shubie Park, Dartmouth.
Summary: Play time spent outdoors exploring, discovering and learning. Nature crafts, activities and games. Scavenger hunts, painting trees with water, loose parts play and nature walks!
Cost: $14.80
Course Code: 4 sessions at Fleming Park, Oct 15 (00029196)
4 sessions at Shubie Park, Oct 20 (00032587)
Compass Fun
Start date: Sunday, October 18, 2020
Ages: 5+
Locations: Fleming Park, Shubie Park, Jerry Lawrence Park, Kinsmen Park
Summary: Learn some basics about how to use a compass and then practice in a fun way by completing the challenge set up in the park. Receive your prize upon completion!
Cost: Free
Course Codes: Fleming Park, Oct 18, 9:30AM (00032576)
Fleming Park, Oct 18, 11:00AM (00032584)
Shubie Park, Oct 25, 9:30AM (00032577)
Shubie Park, Oct 25, 11:00AM (00032586)
Kinsmen Park, Nov 1, 9:30AM (00032578)
Kinsmen Park, Nov 1, 11:00AM (00032585)
Jerry Lawrence Park, Nov 8, 9:30AM (00032590)
Jerry Lawrence Park, Nov 8, 11:00AM (00032591)
Loose Parts Play
Start date: Saturday, October 17, 2020
Ages: 3+
Location: Fleming Park & Shubie Park
Summary: Join us in a great space in the woods for some creative and imaginative play using natural materials as well as ones provided. Think forts, mud pies, and all of that good ol’ fashioned fun! Put on your closed-toe footwear and some clothes you don’t mind getting dirty and let’s explore! (Family. Each person attending must be pre-registered. Children must be accompanied by an adult.)
Cost: Free
Course Codes: Fleming Park, Oct 17 (00032579)
Shubie Park, Oct 24 (00032582)
Fleming Park, Oct 31 (00032583)
Shubie Park, Nov 7 (00032592)
Hug-A-Tree
Start date: Sunday, October 18, 2020
Ages: 5-12
Location: Fleming Park, Shubie Park, Acadia Park, Jerry Lawrence Park
Summary: The Hug-A-Tree and Survive program is a nationally recognized program created by AdventureSmart. This program helps teach children how not to become lost in the woods and what to do should they become lost. This is an interactive presentation. All participants will receive a certificate and whistle upon completion. Children must be accompanied by an Adult 19+.
Cost: Free
Course Codes: Fleming Park, Oct 18 (00030109)
Shubie Park, Oct 25 (00030110)
Acadia Park, Nov 1 (00030111)
Jerry Lawrence Park, Nov 8 (00032589)
Introduction to Trail Walking
Start date: Saturday, November 7 & Saturday, November 14
Ages: 18+
Location: Shubie Park & Fleming Park
Summary: This program is an introduction to day hiking and will include basic instruction on safety, gear, what to wear and what to bring, as well as how to find resources for further exploration.
Cost: $8.51
Course Code: Shubie Park, Nov 7 (00030099)
Fleming Park, Nov 14 (00030100)
Women’s Intro to Trail Walking in HRM
Start date: Wednesday, October 14, 2020
Ages: 18+
Location: Different locations each week
Summary: Join other women in appreciating the outdoors through guided walks, from Adventure Earth Centre's experience and professionally trained staff. You will learn about gear, clothing, outdoor essentials and safety. Each week will be at a different location. Week 1 Shubie Park Week 2 Fleming Park Week 3 Polly's Cove Week 4 Long lake
Cost: $34.04
Course Code: 4 sessions at different locations (00030103)