Celebrate Recreation and Parks Month with us this June!
June is the perfect time to celebrate and try some of the amazing things happening in Saanich parks and recreation spaces. Take a class, go for a walk, or learn something new. View our full calendar of events and opportunities to experience the great recreation and parks programs, spaces, places and people!
Click to view PDFJune 1—Saanich is home to some of the rarest ecosystems in Canada! Saanich residents can protect and enhance these ecosystems for current and future generations through volunteering in parks. Learn more at saanich.ca/parks.
June 2—Join us for one-hour social walks through parks and neighbourhoods every Monday in June! Some short standing pauses are included to accommodate all abilities, and walking pace may vary. Please wear supportive footwear. Glanford area, 1:30-2:30pm – meet in Glanford parking lot, Kenneth Street off Glanford Avenue. Bus # 31.
June 3—Pulling Together is active in over 45 park locations with hundreds of active volunteers. For more information contact stewardship@saanich.ca.
June 4—6:30-8:30pm at Gordon Head Recreation Centre. Splash Savings swim sessions allow everyone to enjoy the aquatic facilities at a reduced admission rate.
June 5—Learn to Fish. Join the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC for this two-hour session (6-8pm) and learn about hatchery roles, fish identification, proper fish handling, tackle, rod rigging, casting and hands-on fishing at the lake! Rods and tackle will be provided; parent participation is required.
June 6—Sip coffee or tea, savour light snacks, enjoy conversations and activities with others 40+ years who identify as trans or gender nonconforming at Gordon Head Recreation Centre, 10:30am-12pm.
June 7—POUND is an energizing, infectious sweat-dripping workout that is designed for all fitness levels. Saturdays from 9-10am. Register with barcode 130954 at saanich.ca/register.
June 8—Enjoy pickleball outside at one of six different outdoor court locations featuring a total of 12 shared and two dedicated courts. Find the map on pg. 27 of the Saanich Summer Activity Guide at saanich.ca/summer.
June 9—Drop-in to the Everyone Welcome Skate at G.R. Pearkes Recreation Centre every Monday in June, 3:15-4:15pm. Call 250-475-5400 for details.
June 10—Wander through Saanich’s best-kept secret: June in Playfair Park. The large grove of mature rhododendrons and azaleas make perfect photo backdrops!
June 11—Join us for Pride in the Park from 5:30–8pm at Beckwith Park, 857 Beckwith Avenue.
June 12—Pulling Together is active in over 45 park locations with hundreds of active volunteers. For more information Contact stewardship@saanich.ca.
June 13—Drop-in to the Youth Centre at Gordon Head Recreation Centre from 5-9pm. This safe, youth-friendly space has snacks, games, is supervised and FREE.
June 14—Can you spy Howard? Howard is the local heron who watches over the new alcoves and viewing platform along the Colquitz River (close to Silver City).
June 15—Yoga Wellness Party – Gather a group and celebrate together in a fun and relaxing way. Register by calling 250-475-5400.
June 16—Pop-up dog parks are temporary, enclosed, off-leash areas for dogs in three Saanich parks. Visit saanich.ca/dogs to learn more.
June 17—Visit the ducks at Kings Pond Park, located to the north of Cedar Hill Park.
June 18—Social Croquet 55+. Rekindle the joy of playing with others, get some fresh air and meet some new friends. No equipment or experience needed. Call 250-475-5408 to register with barcode 127917. Reception will pro-rate the fee!
June 19—Learn to Fish. Join the Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC for this two-hour session (6–8pm) and learn about hatchery roles, fish identification, proper fish handling, tackle, rod rigging, casting and hands-on fishing at the lake! Rods and tackle will be provided; parent participation is required.
June 20—Family Solstice Walks, 6-8pm. Meet on the cement reservoir at the top of Mount Tolmie. Register with barcode 130955 at saanich.ca/register. $5 per person.
June 21—Visit Saanich Commonwealth Place and stay cool in the pool! Learn more at saanich.ca/swim.
June 22—Beckwith Park has a seasonal splash pad to keep you cool this summer. Visit saanich.ca/parks for up-to-date information.
June 23—Easy Walks – Beckwith/Lakehill, 1:30-2:30pm. Meet in near washroom block in Beckwith Park, Beckwith Avenue off Quadra Street. Bus #6, 6A, 6B.
June 24—Play tennis at one of our 20 outdoor courts. Find the map on pg. 27 of the Saanich Summer Activity Guide at saanich.ca/summer.
June 25—Discover the work of the graduating class of Camosun College’s Find Furniture/Joinery Trades program at Cedar Hill Recreation’s Main Gallery.
June 26—Walk and Talk is a 1.5-hour moderate paced, social, guided walk through various interesting Saanich parks, trails and neighbourhoods. Purchase a punch card at any Saanich reception desks. Schedules will be given upon purchasing a punch card.
June 27—Book a tee time at Cedar Hill Golf Course. Tee times open at 6pm, five days in advance of play. Book through Tee On or call 250-475-7151.
June 28—Join the Rithet’s Bog Conservation Society mailing list at rithetsbog.org and join the pulling together group. Contact stewardship@saanich.ca for more information.
June 29—Ride the bike skills parks at Tripp Station Youth Park, located at 4050 Lochside Drive.
June 30—Reserve a space in our parks! You can book picnic tables for picnics and parties or sports fields for fun and games. Contact parkpermits@saanich.ca for more information.