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Tenacious Turtles Nature Immersion

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 20:39:34 GMT

COMMUNITY CANCER SUPPORT FOR PATIENTS, SURVIVORS AND CAREGIVERS

Free!

June 23, 2022 at 10:00am

Where: Upjohn Nature Reserve, Bracebridge

What: Hike along the Wood Duck Loop, stopping to search for turtles and other wildlife at 3 of the beaver pond lookouts

Difficulty Level: E asy-moderate, flat terrain with some roots, logs, and rocks

Bring: Comfortable hiking shoes, sunscreen and a hat, bug repellent, water and snacks, and binoculars or a camera if you have them .

Learn about:

Muskoka's 6 species at risk turtles and how to tell them apart
Turtle ecology: habitat, diet, life-cycle, and more
Turtle conservation and what you can do to help
The wildlife that call Upjohn their home: woodpeckers, deer, and more

Hosted by Muskoka Conservancy

Restorative Yoga

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 20:35:09 GMT

"YOGA - the act of gathering self-knowledge so that we may heal, evolve & transform."

COMMUNITY CANCER SUPPORT FOR PATIENTS, SURVIVORS AND CAREGIVERS

Free!

In-person and Zoom hybrid classes available

Wednesdays at 10:00 am | May 4th - June 8th, 2022

Classes are taught by our very own Allie Chisholm-Smith a registered yoga teacher and trainer with 18+ years experience.

Using the principles of Yoga and its philosophical facets, participants will find a new language to navigate their own

cancer experiences as patient, survivor, caregiver, or health care provider. This is a deep restorative yoga practice of

self-awareness that supports compassion, acceptance and love.

Pre-registration required for all: Max 6 people in-studio (6 week commitment)

395 Centre Street North, Huntridge Park Building, Suite 1-9, Huntsville, ON

Online participants drop-ins also welcome.

Funding provided by Community Enhancement Fund 2021, The District of Muskoka

Work it out

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 20:21:59 GMT

Date/Time: Thursdays via ZOOM

Deanna Lavigne R. Kin is volunteering her time to lead a virtual exercise class. Let’s get stronger. Do something for you and help fight off those challenges from cancer treatment. Sign up or for more information. Small class sizes at least while we get going!

Walk it out

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 20:19:08 GMT

Movement and connection are crucial for emotional well-being and physical health, come out for Enliven’s Walk It Out program.

Who: Welcoming cancer patients, survivors, care givers and healthcare providers .

What: FREE one hour of walking and talking on an indoor track. As a self guided drop-in program, participants will meet up with others who decide to join that day and just start walking and talking! All walking levels welcome.

When: Fridays 11:00am to 12:00pm, drop-in basis

Where: Canada Summit Centre, 20 Park Drive Huntsville

Why: Help ease the stress and isolation that often comes along with a cancer experience as a patient, care giver or health provider. Meet new people that may understand and relate to your experience. Have fun and get in some movement.

*** Please Note that all participants must provide proof of double Covid 19 vaccination for facility entrance as per Summit Centre Covid protocols ***

Soup for the Soul

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 20:16:51 GMT

Now the Second and Last Tuesday of Every Month

7pm-8pm via ZOOM

Email us for login information or assistance setting up ZOOM.

Come and spend “virtual’ time with others who may understand your experience with Cancer. Everyone will be able to see and hear each other (or you can choose camera / audio off mode.)

Write it Out

Mon, 13 Jun 2022 20:13:55 GMT

Every Monday, Monique Charlton posts a video for Write It Out with instructions, a word prompt and a story prompt on her website – www.writeforwellness.ca/blog . She puts a notification on Facebook as a reminder.

People are encouraged to visit her website and watch the video for the week on her blog page and set aside 90 minutes to write for themselves.

Volunteer Facilitator: Monique Charlton