No need to sign up for anything before arrival - there won't be a problem with participating in the resort programs.
There are a TON of activities for all ages, both at the resort and on HH island. There are special programs for the younger children with crafts, nature hikes, crabbing, shelling, Horseback Riding, Ghost Sories, Campfires, un-Birthday parties, Shadow Tales, Magic shows, Kid's Night Out and also programs for teens - Teens Night Out. many of the programs offer a discount for
DVC members. The Dolphin tours are available right from the resort or from a couple of sources at the Shelter Cove marina bordering the resort. There are also fishing excursions, sunset sail cruises, Shannon Tanner concerts (at the Shelter Cove band shell across from the resort) and live entertainment nightly at Kingfisher, Scott's Fishmarket and San Miguels all along the boardwalk at Shelter Cove.
In addition, there is golfing, tennis, 300 restaurants, lots of outlet malls and many botique shops within a short drive from the resort.
There are a lot of photos and more information in the
HH Adoration thread.
Have a great trip! We will also be there in early June!
