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Register for courses with Mary Lynn at 250-364-7202,
or by email to: TheLearningCentre@teck.com
ARTS
Wire Jewelry Making
Learn the basics of wire jewelry making (particularly in creating various types of “links” and putting those together to create beautiful pieces of jewelry) and incorporate these into a project of choice, such as earrings or necklace or bracelet or keychain. Bring your own beads if you like, and add your own personal touch. Fun for everyone!
Location: Trail Middle School
2 classes:
Date: Feb. 6, 13
Day: Mon., 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Instructor: Sana Waseem
Shift Friendly: Q, T
Card Making
An introduction to the basics of card making including cutting, paper layouts, colour schemes, embossing and stamping techniques. Create a cut-and-fold card making project or challenge yourself by adding “pop up’s” or “pull-tab” features. Please bring a sharp exacto knife and a cutting mat or kitchen cutting board, as well as scissors, glue stick, ruler and markers.
Location: Trail Middle School
2 classes:
Date: Mar. 1, 8
Day: Thurs., 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Instructor: Sana Waseem
Shift Friendly: Q, T
BUSINESS
Retirement Planning: 5 Years to Go (SPOUSES FREE OF CHARGE)
Considering retirement within the next five years? Discuss pension plans, taxes, RRSP's versus RIF's, and understand your investments and risk management.
Location: Trail Middle School
2 classes:
Date: Feb. 8, 15
Day: Wed., 6-9 pm
Instructor: Jennifer Cook
Shift Friendly: R, T
DIGITAL TECHNOLOGY
Digital Cameras Level 1
Understand resolution and how to manipulate it to suit your needs. Get familiar with digital camera controls and put your camera to use in various conditions. Bring your camera and its manual.
1 class:
Date: Feb. 29
Day: Wed., 6:30-9:30 pm
Instructor: Ed Chernoff
Shift Friendly: Q, R
Digital Cameras Level 2
Discuss design, creative camera controls, what makes photos appealing to the eye. Bring 5 of your best photos and 5 poor or problem photos on a disk or flash drive to practice techniques. Prerequisite: Digital Cameras Part 1
1 class:
Date: Mar. 7
Day: Wed., 6:30-9:30 pm
Instructor: Ed Chernoff
Shift Friendly: Q, S
FIRST AID AND SAFETY
Standard First Aid with CPR C ($170 – part pay – see cost below ) Selkirk (4)
Learn comprehensive First Aid and CPR techniques, how to respond to emergencies, the EMS system, the 3 key principles in First Aid: check, call, care. Covers airway, breathing and circulation emergencies. Also first aid for: respiratory and cardiac arrest, head and spine injuries, bone, muscle and joint injuries and wound care. Includes AED (Automated External Defibrillation). Pick up the manual prior to course date for pre-reading. Manual included.
Cost: $85.00 payable in advance
2 classes:
Date: Feb. 25, 26
Day: Sat., Sun., 8:30 am-5:30 pm
Instructor: Billie Padavell
Shift Friendly: R, S
Hunter Training ***EMPLOYEE PART PAY – See cost below***
The CORE certificate is mandatory if you want to apply for your first hunting license and are at least 12-years of age. Manuals must be picked up and reviewed in advance of the course. Manual included in course fee.
Cost: $77.50 (payable in advance)
2 classes:
Date: Mar. 31, Apr. 1
Day: Sat., Sun. 9 am-5 pm
Instructor: Jim Smee
Shift Friendly: Q
LANGUAGES
Spanish for Travelers-Level II
A great continuation to Level I. Study more lessons on grammar and sentence building as well as new vocabulary. Must have an understanding of basic Spanish grammar.
5 classes:
Date: Mar. 26-Apr.11
Day: Mon. & Wed. 7-8 pm
Instructor: Jose Padilla
REC AND LEISURE
Intro to Landscape Design $54 Selkirk
Create and draft a landscape plan. Topics include: identifying, analyzing and managing site characteristics; outdoor rooms; aesthetic principles and defining plant design qualities. The use of woody and herbaceous plants in the landscape will be discussed. Slide show included.
1 class:
Date: Feb. 25
Day: Sat., 9:00 am-4:00 pm
Instructor: Chris Holt
Shift Friendly: R, S
Pruning and Tree Care $54 Selkirk
Learn to prune and repair fruit, shade and various trees, shrubs and ground covers. Learn about responses to pruning, timing and equipment used. Course includes field trip and hands-on demo.
1 class:
Date: Mar. 31
Day: Sat., 9:00 am-3:30 pm
Instructor: Chris Holt
Tai Chi Chuan & Silk Reeling Chi Gong – 2 sessions to choose from ($45) (5)
Tai Chi Chuan and Silk Reeling (Spine Stretching) Chi Gong use slow, graceful movements to promote health, vitality and the circulation of energy in the body. Increase flexibility, improve balance, coordination and mental focus. An essential foundation and great way to build core strength.
Location: Warfield Hall
Session 1 (6 classes):
Date: Jan. 24-Feb.28
Session 2 (6 classes)
Date: Mar. 6-Apr. 10
Day: Tue. 4:30-5:30 pm
Instructor: Oscar Bot
Boat Operator Card Exam Only Option
Get your certification by studying the manual ahead of time and writing the exam on the date below.
Location: IWL Boardroom
1 class:
Date: Mar. 8
Day: Thurs., 4:30-5:30 pm
Invigilator: Megan Olson
Shift Friendly: Q, T
INTRAMURALS
Volleyball
Location: Trail Middle School
Dates: Jan. 9 – Mar. 26 (no session Mar. 12, 19)
Day: Mon., 5:00-6:00 pm
Facilitator: Megan Menelaws
Indoor Soccer
Location: Trail Middle School
Dates: Jan. 11 – Mar. 28 (no session Mar. 14, 21)
Day: Wed., 5:15-6:15 pm
Facilitator: Gopi Subramaniam / Nick Parisien
Ultimate Frisbee
Location: Trail Middle School
Dates: Jan. 10 – Mar. 27 (no session Mar. 13, 20)
Day: Tues., 4:30-5:45 pm
Facilitator: Rob Stephens
Family Basketball (free)
Fun for the whole family. Children must be old enough to be able to play the game. Note: These games are casual, drop in. There is no facilitator. Please bring a full water bottle and clean indoor shoes.
Location: Rossland Secondary School Gym
9 sessions:
Date: Jan. 9 – Mar. 5
Day: Mon., 7:00-8:00 pm (family game)
Day: Mon., 8:00-9:00 pm (adult only game)
Snowshoe Series
Get out and play in the snow! Join us for a fun Snowshoe adventure on the local trails. Each week we will explore a different area with the goal of learning new trails and getting fresh tracks. We have some secret stashes for when the trails get packed out which we will share with you. Stay active this winter and get out on those snowshoes. Snowshoe experience not necessary, but a moderate fitness level is required.
4 classes:
Date: Jan. 26-Feb.16
Day: Thurs., 5:30-6:30 pm
Instructor: Natasha Lockey
Locations: TBA
Snowshoe Adventure –Nancy Green Lake ($28) Teck
Looking for a fun way to spend your weekend? Join us for a fun Sunday snowshoe adventure. We will be exploring the trail that leads us around Nancy Green Lake finishing with a homemade gourmet lunch in the trailhead cabin. Don’t forget your camera the views are spectacular! Always great fun with many laughs to be had – don’t miss this one!! Moderate Fitness Level is required.
1 class:
Date: Jan. 29
Day: Sun., 10 am-1:30 pm
Instructor: Natasha Lockey
Shift Friendly: Q, T
GROUP: Min. 5 / Max. 12
XC Ski Adventure –Nancy Green Summit ($28) Teck
Looking to get off the piste on your Cross Country Skis? BettyGoHard is going adventuring. Come explore the trails around the Nancy Green Summit Cabins with us. The trails are spectacular and the views even more so. This is a playground worth exploring! Join a fun group for a Saturday morning ski finishing with a homemade gourmet lunch in one of the many cabins at the Summit. Don’t forget your camera the views are spectacular! Intermediate Skill Level is required
1 class:
Date: Feb. 11
Day: Sat., 10 am-1:30 pm
Instructor: Natasha Lockey
Shift Friendly: Q, S
Adult Golf Lessons (PART PAY) See employee cost below
This lesson series include four hours of instruction fro highly qualified instructor Kevin Nesbitt. All ages and abilities are encouraged to partake in a relaxed atmosphere. Class sizes are small to enhance the instructor-to-participant interaction. Golf clubs will be provided if needed. To be followed later in the spring with a “learn the game day” and a “mini-tournament” at Champion Lakes Golf Club.
2 classes:
Location: Trail Fieldhouse
Date: Mar. 3, 4
Day: Sat., Sun., 1:00-3:00 pm
Instructor: Kevin Nesbitt
Cost: Participants pay $40
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