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OUTRIGGER CANOE – The
Nanaimo Canoe and Kayak Club hosts its annual outrigger canoe race on the second last weekend of February. Teams from all over the Island and Lower Mainland take part. Call 250-756-4054 for details.
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FRESHWATER FISHING – People
from all over the world come to Nanaimo to fly fish some of the globe’s best streams and rivers, including the Nanaimo River. Fly fisherman are on the rivers year-round and many local lakes are annually stocked. Call a local retailer for the best fishing holes, or try the Nanaimo Fish and Game Club at 250-754-2846.
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RUNNING – There
are five popular running routes in Nanaimo. The Harbourside Walkway, Westwood Lake Trail Loop,
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Parkway Trail, E&N Trail and the Jack Point/Biggs Park route. Most of the local running clubs and specialty stores host drop-in groups, and some even run regularly to raise money for charity.
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FLOATING BOAT AND MARINE TRADE SHOW –
The sixth annual show takes place June 4-6 in 2010 at the Nanaimo Boat Basin. The popular event features everything for boat enthusiasts. Call 250-754-5053 or visit www.npa.ca.
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HARBOUR CITY HALF MARATHON
– The News Bulletin helps present this annual run, re-launched in 2008 with more community focus, including a kids run and pre-event training clinics through the Running Room. For information and registration, please go to www.harbourcityhalf.ca. This year’s marathon takes place on Sept. 5.
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BEBAN PARK POOL – This
pirate-themed pool features a 61-metre waterslide, leisure pool and a unique pirate ship interactive play feature. The facility also has a 25-metre pool, weight room, hot tub and steam room. A great place to cool off or keep in shape. Call 250-756-5200 or visit www.nanaimo.ca.
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YELLOW POINT DRAMA GROUP –
The oldest theatre group in western Canada. Based at the Cedar Community Hall, the group offers shows in the spring and fall. Contact 250-245-7882.
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SQUASH – The
Nanaimo Squash Club features four international squash courts, weight room saunas, public lounge and pro shop. Call 250-754-3123 or go to www.nanaimosquash.com.
Nanaimo News Bulletin - 101 Things to See and Do in Nanaimo 2010