Camp Sheldrake would like to thank the following
organizations for their support of the 50+ program:
http://www.campsheldrake.ca
Employment and Social Development Canada:
www.hrsdc.gc.ca/seniors
New Brunswick Senior and Healthy Aging
Secretariat:
http://www2.gnb.ca/content/gnb/en/news/senior_and_
healthy_aging.html
Miramichi River Tourism Association:
www.discovermiramichi.com
New Brunswick Senior Citizens Federation:
http://nbscf.ca
Miramichi Area Retired Teachers’ Association:
http://www.marta-group.com
Retirement Miramichi:
http://www.retirenb.ca
City of Miramichi Recreation Department:
http://www.miramichi.org/en/living/recreationprgrams
.asp
Miramichi Transit:
http://miramichitransit.com
Beaubears Island:
http://www.beaubearsisland.ca
Adventures in Miramichi:
http://www.adventuresinmiramichi.com
Miramichi River Boat Tours:
http://www.miramichiriverboattours.com
Canoe/Kayak NB:
http://www.canoekayak-nb.org
Miramici Multiculturalism Association:
http://www.miramichimulticultural.com
Metepenagiag:
http://www.metepenagiag.com
Miramichi Naturalists’ Club:
http://miramichinaturalistclub.wordpress.com
Miramichi Area Singles Club
Camp Sheldrake:
Check the following for more details
of the 50+ Program:
www.discovermiramichi.com/horizon
Fall 50+ Program:
Something for Everyone!
Registration for the 50+ program will take place
from September 6th - 12th in person at Camp
Sheldrake’s Open House, via e-mail
(campshel@xplornet.ca) or by phone (622-8907).
Please include the following information with your
registration:
Name:
Phone Number:
Event(s):
E-mail Address:
There are a limited number of seats available for
some sessions which will be filled on a “first come,
first serve” basis. Therefore, since it is anticipated
that there will be waiting lists, please contact Camp
Sheldrake if you have to cancel. Thank you!
Check the following for updates:
www.discovermiramichi.com/horizon
www.facebook.com/50+
Open House at Camp Sheldrake
Sept. 6: 11:00 - 3:00
Historical Tour of Sheldrake Island
Sept.14, 2:00 - 5:00 (Limit 30)
Sunday,
Experiencing Metepenagiag
Thursday,
Sept. 25: 10:00 - 3:00 (Limit = 30)
Captain Azade Hache's boat, the Max Aitken, will be
leaving from the Rodd Hotel Marina for an historical
tour of Sheldrake Island. Learn about the rich history of
the island and Bartibogue. Hear stories about John
Connell’s special relationship with moose!
Miramichi City Transit will pick up passengers at 10:00
in Retirement Miramichi and at the Chatham Visitor
Information Centre for a trip to Metepenagiag. The
experience will include native crafts, food, stories, a
hike through the park and a visit to the interpretation
centre.
Paddle with the Pros at Beaubear’s Island
Thursday, Sept. 18 & Saturday, Sept. 20
10:00 2:00
Saturday, Sept. 27:
Introduction to Photography 10:00 - 12:00 (Limit =
12)
Nature
Photography 1:00 - 3:00 (Limit = 18)
Pack a lunch and enjoy the unique vantage of the
Miramichi River by canoe or kayak. Novices are
encouraged to attend and receive instruction from
experienced instructors. Trips to the island will also be
available for those who would prefer to enjoy a hike on
land!
Learn about the basics of digital photography. Then
apply what you learned in the morning to taking
photographs of nature in the afternoon. You can sign up
for just one, or both, of these sessions. Lunch will be
provided from 12:00- 1:00.
Saturday,
Sign up for our fall activities. Visit Camp Sheldrake’s
facilities. Learn about Miramichi organizations that
offer activities and resources for the 50+ age group. Be
entertained by “The Retired 5” from 1:00 - 2:00. Snacks
and beverages will be provided.
Geocaching/Dutch Oven Cooking
Wednesday, Sept. 10: 9:30 - 2:00 (Limit = 24)
Learn how to track down the many treasures hidden
through the Miramichi by using GPS units. Then take
the experience to a higher level by learning how to cook
delicious outdoor meals using cast iron pots and
charcoal. You will be providing your own meal for this
activity!
Expanding Your Horizons at Camp Sheldrake
Saturday, Sept. 20: 10:00 - 2:00
(Limit = 12 for each activity)
Expand your own horizons by being introduced to crafts
and hobbies such as quilting, wood carving, painting,
and scrapbooking. Check out our web site for more
details: www.discovermiramichi.com/horizon
Discover Miramichi at Camp Sheldrake
Tuesday, Sept. 23, 11:00 - 3:00
The Miramichi River Tourism and Miramichi
Multicultural Associations are providing an open house
to introduce everyone to unique local attractions,
culinary tastes, and entertainment. MRTA’s
documentary, “Still Fishin’” will be featured at 1:00!
Magical Mystery Tour of the Mighty Miramichi
Thursday, Oct. 2, 10:00 - 3:00 (Limit = 24)
Hop onto Miramichi Transit for a magical mystery tour
of our river. Stand on bridges, walk along salmon pools,
and experience some surprises. Bring your camera for
the fall foliage. The bus leaves from Retirement
Miramichi and the Chatham Visitor Information Centre.
Oak Point Connections: Enrichment Workshop
Saturday, Oct. 4, 10:00 - 2:00
Go back in time to a one-room school house at Oak
Point where you will experience an enriching day of
learning how to drum, creating art from material found
on the beach, and experiencing other interesting
activities. Lunch will be provided.