What to do in Windsor-Essex this March break
CBC
March break has begun for most students in the region, and with provincial COVID-19 restrictions easing, there may be more opportunities for activities this year.
The City of Windsor and local municipalities are continuing to open recreational facilities as COVID-19 restrictions are being lifted. The city hopes to offer their usual summer programs this year.
"We've been actively working on that behind the scenes, not knowing often what restrictions might be," said executive director of recreation and culture for the city, Jen Knights.
"Our aim is to be fully opened and programmed as we would be before the pandemic, this summer."
While Windsor has reopened many facilities, families are still missing out on enjoying the water park at Adventure Bay this March break.
"In respect to Adventure Bay, we require a really large staff complement to operate that facility and all of our aquatic programming," said Knights.
"Because we haven't been able to run our aquatic leadership courses for the last two years — off and on — we are experiencing a shortage of staff which we are actively working on and hope to have a reopening plan for the water park very soon."
Despite the water park being closed, Knights said the city is reintroducing its Learn to Swim program shortly after March break.
Here's a brief look at some local activities on offer this March break:
Depending on the weather, free outdoor public skating is on offer at Charles Clark Square and Lanspeary Lions Outdoor Rink.
Free indoor skating is also offered at the WFCU Centre and Capri Pizzeria Recreation Complex. Spots are limited, so those looking to hit the ice should register for available sessions at www.ActiveWindsor.ca or call 519-255-1161.
It's not too late to spend part of your March break entering the Windsor Public Library's annual amateur photo contest, which is taking submissions until March 16.
Kids aged 10 to 17 can submit their photos in one of four categories: nature/animals, architecture, landscape and people/portrait.
Send submissions in an email to photocontest@outlook.com, including the name of photographer, age and category until March 16.
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