in motion e-news - September 2015
Talking to your child about phys ed: 10 conversation starters
Having trouble getting your child to tell you what they're learning in PE? Sometimes you just need to ask the right questions. Our friends at Active for Life put together a list of
10 questions to get this conversation started with your kids!
 
Those shoes were made for walking!
And that's just what they'll do! We challenge families to tie up those laces and give walking a try this October during Walk to School Month! Taking part is simple:
  • Let your child walk, bike, skate or scoot to school at least once during Walk to School Month.
  • Post your Walk to School Selfie on our Facebook page for a chance to win a prize during Walk to School Week (October 5-9)!
Click here for walk to school tips and tools.
  
3 ways to re:activate your after-school routine
Along with chores and homework, make sure your child's after-school routine includes physical activity.  Here are three ways to help you get started:
Host your own Walk to School Challenge!
In just one generation, the number of Canadian kids who walk to school has fallen dramatically. Walking to school is one of the easiest ways for kids to build some physical activity into their days and we're betting that once families Give Walking a Try, they'll find it's easier than they think.

Help us get more Saskatchewan kids walking by hosting your own Walk to School Challenge! October is a great time to start because it's Walk to School Month!

We've developed an easy to use guide with everything you need to host your own challenge including:
  • instructions and tips
  • promotional tools
  • printable Walking Passport template
Click here to get started today!
  
6 upcoming opportunities for kids to move at school
There are many fun events and programs to get your students moving throughout the school year.  Take part in all or at least one of these opportunities:
Save the date: Let's go outside and play!
The Go Out & Play Challenge powered by Saskatchewan Blue Cross runs March 1 - 10, 2016! This exciting opportunity offers Saskatchewan communities the chance to win $10,000 towards a community project designed to inspire active outdoor play.            

This year's challenge will be our most exciting yet!  In addition to the grand prize, there's a $5,000 runner-up prize, a $10,000 prize for community or neighbourhood associations in Regina, Saskatoon, Moose Jaw and Prince Albert and family incentives!

Get a head start on your planning by thinking about:
  • What community project or initiative would inspire children, youth and families to go outside and play?
  • How would the prize money help your community create more opportunities for kids to be active outdoors?
  • How you will encourage your community to get involved?  
 Watch your inbox for more details in the near future.

Saskatchewan Trails Assoc. supports in motion committee
A grant of $500 from the STA has helped the Flying Dust & Meadow Lake in motion Committee map out recommendations for existing and proposed pedestrian trails in the vicinity of Meadow Lake.

Consultants identified the proposed trail route that would connect to the existing Lion's Park Trail and Flying Dust Trail. The goal is to connect the trail to as many destinations in the two communities as possible.  Read the full story on page 4 of the Tales from Trails newsletter.

Upcoming funding opportunities:
Community Initiatives Fund:  CIF funding can help make your community initiative a success! The next CIF grant application deadline is October 1, 2015 for the Community Grant Program and the Community Places and Spaces Program.  There's now a sample grant application to help you get started.

Click here to apply online today!

SPRA First Nation Member's Recreation Grant:
The 2015 SPRA First Nation Member's Recreation Grant assists First Nation members to develop recreation opportunities in First Nation communities.  Click here to learn more about this funding opportunity! Application deadline is October 31, 2015.