Each June, communities across Ontario celebrate June is Recreation and Parks Month (JRPM). JRPM is recognized by municipalities, community organizations, and schools as a way of promoting the benefits of being active and recognizing the contribution that recreation and parks make to the quality of life of residents and visitors.
The Township of Wilmot is excited to celebrate June is Recreation and Parks Month. Whether it's hiking the over 58 kilometres of trails in Wilmot, swimming and participating in recreational activities at the Wilmot Recreation Complex (WRC) or picnicking in one of Wilmot’s 24 parks with family and friends, there are endless opportunities to get active and enjoy our beautiful Township.
TRY IT!
As a special feature for 2025, the Township of Wilmot is pleased to offer several "TRY IT" programs. These sessions offer participants the opportunity to test out various programs at a reduced fee before committing to the full session. Programs include fitness, swimming lessons, yoga and more! Check out the JRPM Events and Activities Calendar below to see the featured TRY IT programs and associated fees.
All fitness programs that run during the TRY IT period will be available for full registration for Fall 2025. Stay tuned for those registration dates! TRY IT programs offer the perfect opportunity to discover what fits best with your goals and schedule.
Aquatic TRY IT programs will also be offered, based on time and availability, these programs run on a drop in basis for the fall.
Give it a try—you might just find your new favourite activity!
| Date | Details |
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Sunday, June 1 |
Its Recreation and Parks look at the monthly challenges and TRY – IT PROGRAMS. |
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Monday, June 2 |
Celebrate Environment Week by exploring the Mike Schout Wetlands Preserve |
| Tuesday, June 3 |
It's World Bicycle Day! Grab your helmet and get some exercise on the Schmidt Woods Trail |
| Wednesday, June 4 |
Download your JRPM Bingo & Colouring Page or pick up at the Wilmot Recreation Complex.
*Submission instructions can be found on the activity sheets *Submissions must be received by 5 p.m. on June 25 to participate in the contests |
| Thursday, June 5 |
TRY IT PROGRAM $1.00 High Intensity Aquafit 12:10pm – 12:50pm |
| Friday, June 6 |
TRY IT PROGRAM Family Lessons $23.01 5:00pm – 5:30pm and Evening Open Swim $2.50 7:30pm – 9:00pm |
| Saturday, June 7 |
Enjoy an afternoon picnic with your family at the Arboretum in New Hamburg. |
| Sunday, June 8 |
Visit your closest neighborhood park, check out our Interactive Search Tool . |
| Monday, June 9 |
Don’t forget to download and participate in our Colouring Contest for Water Safety Week
*Submission instructions can be found on the activity sheet *Submissions must be received by 5 p.m. on June 25 to participate in the contest |
| Tuesday, June 10 |
TRY IT PROGRAM $1.00 High Intensity Aquafit 6:45am – 7:30am |
| Wednesday, June 11 |
Cloud watch or stargaze at Haysville Community Park (or find the park closest to you using our Interactive Search Tool) |
| Thursday, June 12 |
TRY IT PROGRAM $1.00 All Ages Pickleball *Register through PickupHub |
| Friday, June 13 |
Visit the outdoor pickleball courts at the New Dundee Community Park |
| Saturday, June 14 |
Visit Castle Kilbride for Whimsical Weekends 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. *Registration required |
| Sunday, June 15 |
Celebrate Dad today by exploring any of our 11 trails here in Wilmot! |
| Monday, June 16 |
Complete 5 minutes of meditation to ground yourself |
| Tuesday, June 17 |
TRY IT PROGRAM $1.00 Step and Strength 5:30pm – 6:30pm at the Wilmot Recreation Complex |
| Wednesday, June 18 |
Visit Livingston Square and Castle Kilbride to learn about the history in our community. |
| Thursday, June 19 |
TRY IT PROGRAM $1.00 FUNdamental Fitness 55+ 9:30am – 10:30am at the Wilmot Recreation Complex |
| Friday, June 20 |
Celebrate Summer Solstice by hiking Walker Woods Trail, collect leaves & get creative at home |
| Saturday, June 21 |
Pack a picnic dinner at the Petersburg Community Park |
| Sunday, June 22 |
Plan a Backyard Family Obstacle Course for some friendly competition |
| Monday, June 23 |
TRY IT PROGRAM $1.00 Aquafun 6:30pm – 7:30pm |
| Tuesday, June 24 |
TRY IT PROGRAM $1.00 Chair Yoga 10:45am – 11:45am Wilmot Recreation Complex. |
| Wednesday, June 25 |
JRPM Bingo & Colouring page contest due today at 5:00 p.m. |
| Thursday, June 26 |
Go for a walk with your family around your neighborhood |
| Friday, June 27 |
The winner announced for JRPM Bingo & Colouring page |
| Saturday, June 28 |
Celebrate the end of the school year this week with a visit the Splash Pad |
| Sunday, June 29 |
Celebrate Canada Day weekend with an adventure on the Nith River from the boat launch at Scott Park |
| Monday, June 30 |
Celebrate JRPM with your favourite activity and share a photo of you online with the hashtag. #JRPMinWilmot |
Share your JRPM photos with us
We would love to see photos celebrating June is Recreation and Parks Month in Wilmot! Please share pictures of you and your family enjoying locations and activities in Wilmot throughout June by tagging the Township of Wilmot on social media and using the hashtag #JPRMWilmot in your post.
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