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COLDBROOK, N.S.

With more people being isolated at home, many are realizing the importance of finding activities to keep busy.

This was the message from County of Kings deputy chief administrative officer Rob Frost as he made a presentation to councillors about the focus of municipal recreation programs at the June session.

Frost said the focus on recreational programming has shifted in a different direction in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. Staff has been working to ensurecitizens have access to recreational opportunities while respecting public health concerns.

He said municipal recreation departments across the Annapolis Valley have been working very well together to create innovative programming and avoid duplication. This includes various virtual programs and a strong focus on trails and outdoor activities.

Were working on a number of promotions of different trails throughout the municipality and equipment loan programs so people can continue to be active on their own, Frost said.

One program created right off the bat was Stay at Home Activities for Kids, which was promoted through social media and other venues.

Frost said municipal staff made the program available as soon as March break would have ended, an initiative that was duplicated or replicated in a similar way by several other municipalities.

Another new initiative was developing and creating Seniors Kits, in partnership with the Kings County Seniors Safety Society. This involved the creation of 250 kits that were safely distributed to seniors throughout Kings County.

The kits included masks, hand sanitizer, puzzle books, a treat, exercise bands, and information on exercising at home. Frost reportedseniors who received the kits were delighted.

Recreation co-ordinator Shawn Fevens and his family have been doing videos that guide viewers through a half-hour Tumblebugs exercise program. This is a basic movement program overseen by Gymnastics Nova Scotia that would normally be offered in multiple locations across the municipality.

Several regular programs, activities, and events wont be happening or will be modified in light of the ongoing situation with COVID-19. For example, although theyre working on a virtual celebration in partnership with neighbouring municipalities, there won't be aCanada Day event at Aylesford Lake Beach.

The volunteer banquet that usually happens in April waspostponed to next year. Traditional kayaking and day camps wont be happening and the tennis program will either be cancelled or modified and made available later in the year.

Frost said its possible that pop-up day camps in various locations may become viable if conditions change and as long as public health guidelines can be followed. Frost said the purpose would be to encourage families or the members of a family bubble to come out and take part in a variety of activities. If there was equipment involved, it would be sanitized after each use.

Obviously, there are some logistics to figure out, if that is something we can do, he said.

There are plans for a virtual youth leadership program. Planning is also underway for the possibility of swimming programs in the fall at the Nova Scotia Youth Centre in Waterville.

Frost said community play boxes likely wont be filled with equipment until the province permits the reopening of playgrounds.

Kirk.starratt@kingscountynews.ca

For more information on the availability of municipal recreation programs in Kings County, visit http://www.countyofkings.ca and click on Guide to Municipal Services during COVID-19.

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