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FA L L R E C R E AT I O N G U I D E
FALL Programs open for registration on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 at 6:00 pm and can either be completed online or by phone
1. Online registration: www.westhants.ca/rec •
For online registration, a credit card is required for payment. If you cannot pay with a credit card online, please register by phone.
2. Phone registration: 902-509-1122 • •
At 6:00 pm on September 16, leave ONE voicemail: This timestamps your call and reserves your spot in the queue. Staff will call you back in order of sequence. After registering by phone, you can pay later online with a credit card or at the Municipal Office (76 Morison Drive, Windsor) with cash or debit. Payments are due 5 business days before the program begins. If payment is not received, you are removed from the program automatically.
Program Inclusion support: If you, or your child, requires support to attend a program, please call us in advance to explore options: 902-798-8391 ext 214 NEW Payment and Refund Policy: Please take time to understand our policies before registering by by scanning this QR code: Or by visiting: www.westhants.ca/refundpolicy
Recreation Programs Registration is required | Listed alphabetically Aquafit (Evening class)
18+ years | Ted Canavan Athletic Centre, 63 Kings Edgehill Ln, Windsor | Tuesdays, October 6 November 24 | 7:30-8:15 pm | $63/participant Join us one evening a week for eight weeks for Aquafit fun! These classes are registration-based programs, so you cannot mix and match class times and drop-ins cannot be accommodated.
Aquafit (Morning classes)
18+ years | Ted Canavan Athletic Centre, 63 Kings Edgehill Ln, Windsor | Tuesdays & Thursdays, October 6 - December 3 | 7:30-8:15 pm | $140/participant Participants can register in one of the following options: • Option one: 9:15-10:00 am • Option two: 10:20-11:05 am These classes are fun, easy on the joints, and can be easily modified for your needs. These classes are registration-based programs, so you cannot mix and match class times and drop-ins cannot be accommodated.
Chair Exercise
55+ years |$15/WHRM resident | $60/Non-WHRM participant | Participants can register for one of the following Chair Exercise locations: • Brooklyn Civic Centre, 995 Hwy 215, Newport Tuesdays, October 13-December 1 | 10:30-11:15 am • Upper Vaughan Community Hall, 1015 Hwy 14, Upper Vaughan | Wednesdays, October 14December 2 | 1:00-1:45 pm • Hantsport Baptist Church, 6 Willow St, Hantsport Thursdays, October 15-December 3 | 1:15-2:00 pm • Brooklyn Civic Centre, 995 Hwy 215, Newport Mondays, October 19-December 8 | 10:30-11:15 am Join Holly Ross as she leads gentle and fluid movements that are accessible to everyone! With the use of Therabands, participants can add their own strength components to this class. These classes are registration-based programs, so you cannot mix and match class times and drop-ins cannot be accommodated.
Community Fitness
18+ years | West Hants Sports Complex, 16 Centennial Drive, Windsor | Saturdays, October 17-December 5 9:00-9:45 am | $22/WHRM resident | $86/Non-WHRM participant | Join Janice Forand on the Turf for a program that is designed for beginners to fitness or for those returning to activity. Youth ages 14-17 can register with a participating adult.
Ted Canavan Athletic Centre
Swimming Lessons Inclusion Swimming Support
Inclusion support is great for participants who may require extra support to participate in group swimming lessons (trouble staying with the class, sensory sensitivities, etc). If your child requires inclusion support please pre-register on Wednesday, September 16 between 9:00 am – 12:00 pm. Please call 902-509-1122 and leave a voicemail. Space is limited.
Group Swimming Lessons
12 months-12 years | Ted Canavan Athletic Centre, 63 Kings Edgehill Ln, Windsor | Sundays, October 18-December 6 | $127 for Tots-Swimmer 2 |$137 for Swimmer 3-Swimmer 6 | Program participants must meet the required age by the start date of the program. For guidance on choosing a swim level for your participant, scan the QR codes with your cell phone camera.
Get Active in Your Neighbourhood! Get outside and experience the best of West Hants in all seasons! Check out all parks and trail at www.westhants.ca/parksandtrails
Group Lessons Tots 2/3-
Caregivers must get in
Preschool 1
Preschool 2
10:40-11:100 am 9:30-10:00 am; 11:50-12:20 pm
10:05-10:35 am; 11:15-11:45 am
Preschool 3
Age
12 months - 3 years
3 – 5 years
11:15-11:45 am
Swimmer 1
10:40-11:10 am; 11:50-12:20 pm
Swimmer 2
10:05-10:35 am
Swimmer 3
10:15-10:55 am; 11:45-12:25 pm
Swimmer 5/6
5 -12 years
9:30-10:10 am
11:00-11:40 am
Longer Hiking/Cycling Trails: • •
Irishman’s Rd Recreation Site, 151 Irishman’s Rd, Newport Station Mantua-Stanley Multi-Use Rail Trail, Parking available at corner of Chambers Rd and Highway 215, Brooklyn
Flat/Quiet Walking/Rolling Spaces:
Water Access Points:
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Brooklyn District School Community Trails, 8008 Highway 14, Newport Mantua-Stanley Multi-Use Rail Trail, Parking available at corner of Chambers Rd and Highway 215, Brooklyn Maplewood Cemetery, 1186 King St, Windsor R.A. Jodrey Memorial Field, 10 Foundry Rd, Hantsport Riverbank Cemetery, 1 Riverbank Rd, Hantsport Tregothic Trail, Connecter trail between Windsor Elementary School, Wentworth Rd, and Payzant Dr, Windsor
Municipal Playgrounds: • • • • •
Burgess Crescent Playground, 30 Burgess Cres, Windsor Eldridge Rd Recreation Site, 156 Eldridge Rd, Upper Falmouth Elmcroft Park, 306 Stannus St, Windsor Falmouth Mini Park and Causeway Trail, 2127 Highway 1, Falmouth Newport Landing Waterfront Park, 1 Avondale Rd, Newport
Disc-Golf Courses: • •
Clifton Museum Park, 424 Clifton Ave, Windsor Hantsport Memorial Community Centre, 6 Main St, Hantsport
Level Descriptions
9:30-10:00am
Preschool 4
Swimmer 4
Time Options
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Armstrong Lake Park, 640 Armstrong Lake East Rd, Vaughan (fresh water) Falls Lake Municipal Municipal Water Access, 550 Pioneer Dr, Vaughan (fresh water) Falmouth Boat Launch, 2058 Highway 1, Falmouth (fresh water) Hobart Beach, 192 Block Wharf Rd, Summerville (salt water) Kempt Quarry, 6020 Highway 215, Kempt Shore (fresh water) Newport Landing Waterfront Park, 1 Avondale Rd, Avondale (salt water) Panuke Lake, 839 Panuke Rd, Three Mile Plains (fresh water)
Falls Lake Try it Kayaking
Crafty Kids
7-12 years | With a variety of supplies and support from program leaders, participants can create, play, and connect with friends in a fun, welcoming environment designed to encourage creativity, and self-expression. • Centre Burlington Hall, 3553 Hwy 215, Centre Burlington | Saturday, November 14 | 1:30-3:30 pm $15/WHRM resident |$60/Non-WHRM participant • Three Mile Plains Hall, 4474 Hwy 1, Three Mile Plains | Saturday, December 12 | 1:30-3:30 pm $15/WHRM resident |$60/Non-WHRM participant
Fit For Life
55+ years | Brooklyn Civic Centre, 995 Hwy 215, Newport Fridays, October 16-December 4 | 9:00-9:45 am | $10/WHRM resident |$40/Non-WHRM participant Keep fit as you age with low impact exercises designed to get your heart rate up and keep you smiling!
Mini Pizza Makers
7-12 years | Youth will create their own personal pizza and learn basic food preparation skills. Guided by program leaders, participants will enjoy a yummy afternoon snack while socializing with friends in a welcoming environment that encourages creativity, confidence, and hands-on learning. • Avondale Hall, 50 Avondale Cross Rd, Newport Saturday, November 7 | 1:30-3:30 pm | $10/WHRM resident | $40/Non-WHRM participant • Upper Vaughan Community Hall, 1015 Hwy 14, Upper Vaughan | Saturday, November 28 | 1:30-3:30 pm |$10/WHRM resident | $40/Non-WHRM participant
Nature Navigators
6-10 years | Irishmans Road Recreation Site, 151 Irishmans Rd, Newport Station | As we journey through the woods, we’ll combine imaginative free play with lightly guided games and activities. This is a drop-off outdoor program. Participants should come ready for the weather and be prepared to get dirty, splash in puddles, etc! • Saturday, October 3 | 1:00-3:30 pm | $10/WHRM resident | $40/Non-WHRM participant • Saturday, October 17 | 1:00-3:30 pm | $10/WHRM resident | $40/Non-WHRM participant
Stroller Fit
18+ years and littles | Brooklyn Civic Centre, 995 Hwy 215, Newport | Fridays, October 16- December 4 | 10:15-11:00 am | $10/WHRM resident | $40/Non-WHRM participant Join Erika MacDonald to get active and have a great time with littles in strollers, being worn, or running around. These low impact classes are designed for postnatal health and strength, however, all are welcome as these exercises are beneficial to everyone!
Mini Pizza Makers
Community Events, Drop-In Play & Active Living Opportunities
No registration needed | Listed alphabetically by activity/event
West Hants Regional Municipality has been named the 2026 Most Active Community in Nova Scotia by the ParticipACTION Community Challenge! Congratulations to YOU for leading such an active lifestyle! There is so much to do in West Hants and its never been easier to live an active, vibrant lifestyle: subsidized recreation programs for residents, free drop-in play, free community events, the equipment loan program, and more! Did you know that we have over 80 sport organizations, community volunteer associations, and service clubs to get involved with in West Hants!? Bocce Ball, hosted by West Hants Senior Games 55+ years | West Hants Sports Complex, 16 Centennial Dr, Windsor | 9:30 – 11:30 am | $2.00/drop-in • Mondays September 14 and 28, October 5 and 26, November 9 and 23 Equipment Loan Program Borrow equipment such as kayaks, paddleboards, e-bikes, hippocampe all-terrain wheelchairs, snowshoes, sleds, and more – for FREE! 48hrs-in-advance reservations are required by visiting whrm.cloudpepper.site or scan this QR code Family Turf Time All ages | West Hants Sports Complex, 16 Centennial Dr, Windsor | Free | Saturdays, October 3-April 24 10:00-10:50 am Halloween Scavenger Hunt, hosted by WHRM All ages | Irishman’s Road Recreation Site, 151 Irishman’s Road, Newport | Free | Saturday, October 24 | 10:00 am - 12:00 pm | Join the WHRM’s Community Development team along with local businesses and organizations for a family friendly trick-or-treat walk along a 1.6km wooded trail. There will also be a shorter accessible option available. Please bring a treat bag and costumes are encouraged!
Halloween Scavenger Hunt
Indoor Floor Shuffleboard, hosted by West Hants Senior Games | 55+ Years | Windsor Community Centre, 78 Thomas St, Windsor | $2.00/drop-in | Thursdays, September 17 – April 29, 2027 | 1:30-3:30 pm Indoor Walking/Wheeling All Ages | Free • West Hants Sports Complex, 16 Centennial Dr, Windsor | Monday-Sunday (when the ice is in) 9:00 am-9:00 pm • Brooklyn Civic Centre, 995 Hwy 215, Newport Tuesdays and Thursdays | 9:00-10:00 am Senior Turf Time, hosted by New Boundaries 55+ years | West Hants Sports Complex, 16 Centennial Dr, Windsor | Free | 1st Tuesday of every month 10:00-11:00 am Sensory Turf Time All ages and abilities | West Hants Sports Complex, 16 Centennial Dr, Windsor | Free | 2nd Tuesday of every month | 10:00-11:00 am | This is not a drop-off program, but we encourage caregivers to rest and socialize while loved ones play Skating Free | West Hants Sports Complex, 16 Centennial Drive, Windsor • Public Skate Monday-Friday: 12:00-1:00 pm Sunday: 5:00 - 6:00 pm • Caregiver and Child Skate (Strollers permitted on ice at this time only) Monday-Friday: 11:00-11:45 am • Adult/Senior Skate Monday-Friday: 1:15-2:00 pm Skates, helmets, and sledges are available for use during these timeslots, free of charge. Helmets are mandatory for all. Toddler Play Gym 0-5 years and caregivers | Windsor Community Centre, 78 Thomas St, Windsor | Free | Every Sunday, October 4 - April 25 | 2:30-3:30 pm Toddler Turf Time, with the Family Resource Centre 0-5 years and caregivers | West Hants Sports Complex, 16 Centennial Dr, Windsor | Free | 1st Tuesday of every month | 2:30-3:30 pm
Equipment Loan Program
Treaty Day Community Gathering All ages | West Hants Sports Complex, 16 Centennial Drive, Windsor | Free | Thursday, October 1 | 6:00-8:00pm Join the WHRM’s Community Development team along with Glooscap First Nation for free play on the turf, demonstrations, and vendors. Hotdogs & hamburgers will be provided for free. Try-it: Sunset Paddleboard 16 years + | Free • Thursday, September 3 | 7:00-8:00pm | Falls Lake Provincial Park, 1541 New Ross Road, Vaughan • Thursday, September 17 | 7:00-8:00pm Panuke Lake, end of Panuke Road, Three Mile Plains Borrow one of our paddleboards and lifejackets or bring your own. No experience necessary. Supplies are limited and first come, first served. Community Halls, Businesses, & Community Organizations post their events on the West Hants Community Calendar: www.westhants.ca/communitycalendar or scan this QR code • Community Socials & Events • Fundraisers • Programs and activities, and more! Looking for parks and trails to explore in West Hants? Visit www.westhants.ca/parksandtrails
Family Turf Time