Parks, Recreation and Culture Winter 2025 Activity Guide

cityofnanaimo prc_nanaimo (#ilovemyparksandrec) 61 Dining Out! Discover some local cuisine! Meals are not included; walker accessible. DOG HOUSE RESTAURANT IN DUNCAN Tue, Jan 7 | 4-8 pm | $30/1 | 132073 SHIPYARD PUB RESTAURANT IN MAPLE BAY Thu, Jan 23 | 4-8 pm | $30/1 | 132074 MASTHEAD RESTAURANT IN COWICHAN BAY Thu, Jan 30 | 3:30-8 pm | $30/1 | 132075 ALEXANDRA’S BISTRO IN NANAIMO ( JANIE’S B-DAY) Tue, Feb 4 | 4-8 pm | $5/1 | 132122 BLACK BIRD SCHNIZEL HOUSE IN QUALICUM BEACH Thu, Feb 13 | 3-8 pm | $30/1 | 132137 PACIFIC MOON RISING BAR/GRILL IN PARKSVILLE Thu, Feb 27 | 4-8 pm | $30/1 | 132124 FOX & HOUND PUB IN LADYSMITH Mon, Mar 3 | 4-8 pm | $30/1 | 132135 ROCKING HORSE RANCH PUB IN NANOOSE BAY Tue, Mar 18 | 4-8 pm | $30/1 | 132136 DISCOVERY ROOM AT VIU Thu, Mar 27 | 4:30-8 pm | $15/1 | 132123 Meet at Bowen Park Victoria Spend the day shopping, dining, strolling through a museum, meeting up with friends/ family, gambling or catching an IMAX show. Wed, Jan 15 | 8 am-5:30 pm | $55/1 | 132078 Sat, Jan 25 | 8 am-5:30 pm | $55/1 | 132079 Sat, Feb 15 | 8 am-5:30 pm | $55/1 | 132118 Tue, Feb 25 | 8 am-5:30 pm | $55/1 | 132120 Sat, Mar 15 | 8 am-5:30 pm | $55/1 | 132131 Tue, Mar 25 | 8 am-5:30 pm | $55/1 | 132134 Meet at Bowen Park Thrift Shop Hop - Campbell River Travel up to Campbell River and discover treasures in the local thrift stores. Take advantage of the great buys at Quality Thrift Stores, such as New 2-U Consignment, Salvation Army, Second to None and many more. Please pack your own lunch for this trip. This program is walker accessible. Sun, Jan 12 | 8 am-6 pm | $55/1 | 132077 Meet at Bowen Park Ucluelet & Tofino Spend time at the beach eating lunch (pack your own or go into Tofino for lunch and do some shopping). We will go to Ucluelet to the Amphitrite Point Lighthouse and take in the rugged coastal view of theWild Pacific Trail. Bring your camera as the photo opportunities are endless! Fri, Dec 20 | 8 am-8 pm | $75/1 | 129492 Mon, Jan 20 | 8 am-8 pm | $75/1 | 132080 Thu, Feb 20 | 8 am-8 pm | $75/1 | 132119 Thu, Mar 20 | 8 am-8 pm | $75/1 | 132133 Meet at Bowen Park Sidney by the Sea Learn about the different sea creatures that live in the Salish Sea at the Shaw Discovery Centre (not included). Take a walk along the water front and check out the local shops. This program is self-guided and walker accessible. Fri, Jan 10 | 8 am-5:30 pm | $55/1 | 132076 Mon, Feb 10 | 8 am-5:30 pm | $55/1 | 132117 Mon, Mar 10 | 8 am-5:30 pm | $55/1 | 132130 Meet at Bowen Park Mt. Washington Snow Shoe Adventure Absorb the beautiful winter scenery driving up to the ski hill and prepare for a picturesque snow shoe trek with a mountain guide. Lunch will be at the Raven Lodge or bring a lunch, snacks and water to replenish your energy and to enjoy the breathtaking views. Price of $149 includes transportation, ticket and snow shoe rental The $125 price includes transportation, ticket only (you have your own snow shoes). Sat, Jan 18 | 8 am-5 pm | $149 or $125 | 132081 Meet at Bowen Park Bird Watch Eagles - Comox Estuary Salmon will be running at the estuary and bird hangouts. We will see if the eagles are at Lazo Beach playing in the wind turbulences. We will stop for lunch at Black Fin, or feel free to pack your own. This trip is not walker friendly. Fri, Jan 31 | 8 am-5:30 pm | $55/1 | 132082 Meet at Bowen Park BC Aviation Museum - Saanich There are 40 aircraft to explore here! Sit in a cockpit of a war plane, discover the rich history of Canadian aviation and more. Lunch will be at theWaddling Dog Pub. This trip is walker friendly. Sat, Feb 8 | 8 am-6 pm | $115/1 | 132083 Tue, Feb 11 | 8 am-6 pm | $115/1 | 133546 Meet at Bowen Park Cowichan Wine Tour & Lunch Enjoy touring three vineyards in the Cowichan Valley, including Rocky Creek, Emandare, Alderlee and Enrico. We will stop at the Satelight Grill for lunch. The price includes wine tastings. This program is walker accessible. Fri, Feb 28 | 9:30 am-5:30 pm | $115/1 | 132121 Meet at Bowen Park All Aboard the Frances Barkley Sail down the Alberni Channel to Bamfield on the 1958 built MV Frances Barkley. We stop along the way at various camps and cottages delivering supplies. We will spend an hour in Bamfield before sailing back. Boat ride is included in the price. This trip is walker friendly. Sat, Mar 1 | 6 am-7 pm | $185/1 | 132129 Meet at Bowen Park Comox Air Force Museum & Cumberland Museum Founded in 1982 as part of the Air Force Indoctrination School, CAFM was accredited as a stand-alone Canadian Forces Museum and officially opened its doors in 1987. The Cumberland Museum tells the story of the people of Cumberland. Lunch is at the Blackfin Pub. Sun, Mar 23 | 8 am-6 pm | $115/1 | 132132 Meet at Bowen Park See the Harbour City Seniors Newsletters for more trip options. Meals are not included, and some trips have extra fees to cover ferry or admission costs. TRIPS with JANIE’S BUS Relax...and let Janie do the driving! These trips are for all ages. Great for yourself or bring the family along! Meals are not included, and some trips have extra fees to cover ferry or admission costs.