Arrowsmith Community Recreation Association
The Arrowsmith Community Recreation Association (ACRA) is a non-profit organization, led by a dedicated volunteer board of community members and three part-time recreation coordinators. ACRA strives to connect the community of Arrowsmith, (Electoral Area F) through sports, arts and culture and works hard to offer the rural residents of Errington, Coombs, Hilliers, Whiskey Creek, and Meadowood a wide variety of free and affordable recreation programs and events. ACRA had been known as ACES (Arrowsmith Community Enhancement Society) for many years and was renamed ACRA in September of 2013, although the organization continues on with the dedicated work of ACES volunteers.
ACRA prides itself on its connections to this diverse and unique community. Today, ACRA works closely with 11 community organizations and 45 local businesses to run 22 recreation programs and to assist in the organization of 10 major community events. ACRA also writes and assists with community grants and attends many community meetings. You may have seen members of the ACRA team at the Coombs Fairgrounds for Family Day, at the Errington War Memorial Hall for the Youth World Music Camp, or on the trails with our popular walking group, the Sole Sisters.
ACRA also maintains a community cupboard where we keep musical instruments, craft supplies, first aid kits, and other recreation equipment. These materials can be loaned, for a small donation, for community programs and events. Contact us to learn more about this service.
For a complete list of our upcoming programs, please visit our Programs page. To learn more about the ACRA Team, continue down the page.
Events
Our Community Calendar includes a comprehensive list of happenings in Arrowsmith. Find ACRA events and programs as well as other community events.
The Arrowsmith Recreation Team
Kim Longmuir
My name is Kim Longmuir and I enjoy being part of the Arrowsmith Recreation Team and working in this wonderful community. I work closely with Kristine and Randy to build relationships with people and organizations in the community of Arrowsmith, to be able to deliver and assist in offering recreation events and programs. You might find me leading the Sole Sisters walking group, writing a grant, or putting up posters in the community. I look forward to meeting you.
For more information or if you have any questions, please send me an email at: kimlongmuir@telus.net or don't hesitate to call me at 250-248-8515.
Randy Longmuir
Since Randy joined the Arrowsmith Recreation Team, he has been an important member of the team. You might find Randy in the office pouring over spreadsheets or out in the community organizing booths at the Family Day Celebration.
To reach Randy, send him an email at rlongmuir@telus.net or reach him by phone at 250-248-8515.
Kristine Stephenson
My name is Kristine Stephenson, and I joined the ACRA Team as a Recreation Coordinator in July 2017.
After spending two university summers working with children as a professional puppeteer, I discovered a passion for working in recreation. Now, you'll find me alongside Kim and Randy at community programs and coordinating ACE Club at Errington Elementary School.
To contact me, send me an email at stephenson@live.ca or give me a call at 250-927-3985.