The Town of Shelburne Parks and Recreation Department has re-launched the popular 10,000 Step Challenge Program.   This program challenges participants to be more active and to keep track of their daily steps.  Step Counters (pedometers) can be borrowed from the Department or purchased at a low cost.  Visit the website, or contact the Department, to find information and tools to support you in your formal (or informal) walking program.  Sample walking plans, log sheets and additional information are available free of charge.  

You should check with your physician before starting this program if you have any health concerns.

A community partnership program between the YMCA of Greater Halifax/Dartmouth and the QEII Health Sciences Centre (Capital Health).

Fully accessible fitness programming for individuals with neurological disorders.  Designed to provide opportunities through fitness for a healthy lifestyle.  Includes equipment appropriate for wheelchairs, etc.  Led by a certified fitness professional and a team of volunteers.  Offered three evenings per week.  This program is not a rehabilitation program; please contact for further information. 

The Annapolis County Workplace Physical Activity Challenge program is targeted at workplaces across the Annapolis County region, encouraging employees to get active while at work!  The program is a 6-week incentive program; contact for information on receiving an introduction package for your workplace.  A great program for workplace wellness!

Contact Information: (click on link below, at website click on "Recreation" for various programs)

http://www.annapoliscounty.ns.ca

Key contact for recreation programs and services in Glace Bay and area.

Key contact for recreation programs and services in Louisbourg, Marion Bridge and surrounding area. 

Key contact for recreation programs and services in the New Waterford/Dominion and area.

Key contact for recreation programs and services in the Northside.

Key contact for recreation programs and services for Sydney.

Key contact for recreation programs and services in Sydney Suburban and area.

Liases with community organizations to offer recreation programs including walking, cycling etc.

Join the Berwick Steppers!  This club has a variety of schedules and a range of paces to meet your needs.  Contact the programming assistant for more information on joining this club.