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Finally... spring gets going

There are so many reasons to love spring and local sports and recreation are certainly some of them.

There are so many reasons to love spring and local sports and recreation are certainly some of them.

The Nelson whitewater rafting outfit will be kicking off its rafting season on May 21 and 22 with trips on the Class IV Salmo River Shenango Canyon run for $75 per person. Regular weekend trips on the Canyon will run through to Canada Day weekend. Other class trips for all family members will continue through to September. Look for the draw to win a trip for two on the Shenango Canyon on the facebook page — facebook.com/nelsonwhitewaterrafting. The winner will be chosen on May 15. For more information go to nelsonwhitewaterrafting.com, and for reservations call 250-505-2689.

The all time favourite springtime activity is underway for both adults and youth. The Nelson Mixed Slow-Pitch league started their season on May 1 and still has team spots available. If you are interested in joining a team please call Ken Anderson at 250-551-2747 or go to nmsp.kics.bc.ca to see the schedule and then come out to watch a game.

Nelson Minor Baseball action is in full swing. Little league action can be seen at Lakeside and Queen Elizabeth parks for weekday practices and weekends for games. To pick up a game check out their website — nelsonbaseball.ca — for the full schedule

In preparation for the BC Seniors Games this August local group organizers are looking for participants and volunteers.

Check out bcseniorsgames.org for information about our zone playdown and registration dates. There are some on-going sport practice sessions being held locally so check out the site or contact your local club.

The Kootenay Rhythm Dragon Boat Club is one of those groups offering practice sessions. Monday and Wednesday evenings is for the senior games team. Non-senior participants practice Tuesday and Thursday evenings, while recreational fun paddling practice time is Saturday mornings.

Balfour’s recreation will be instantly improved later this month. An energetic volunteer Let Them Be Kids-sponsored group has been rallying to provide a new playground on Upper Balfour Road. The final installation day is on May 28 and more volunteers are needed. If you would like to contribute and share in the fun of creating and building this family recreation place please go to balfour.ltbk.ca to sign up.

Kim Palfenier is the executive director of the Nelson Regional Sports Council.