Recreation Day Camp: Week 10, Forest Field
Ages 5 – 11
Recreation Day Camp (RDC) offers a variety of recreation activities, sports, games, arts and crafts, guest speakers and more! This fun program keeps children outdoors and active all week! Recreation Day Camp is weather-dependent; you will receive a refund for any canceled days at the end of the week.
Registration deadline: Monday, July 28
ACtivity Squad Camp Week 10
Ages 9 – 13
One of our most popular themes is back for round two! We will split into teams to play games outdoors! Activities will include laser tag, archery tag, water tag, capture the flag and a Nerf battle! We will learn about creatures in nature that also work in teams. We will mix up teams throughout the day.
Registration deadline: Monday, July 28
Sugar Valley Day Camp Week 10
Ages 6 – 12
We all know about the classic cryptids — bigfoot, moth man, and such. But, what about the ‘mystical’ creatures that live in our parks and are very much real? From the Unicorn Clubtail Dragonfly, the polka-dotted Northern Flicker, and Southern Flying Squirrel, your camper will learn about the cryptids of Bill Yeck Park — both real and imagined.
Registration deadline: Monday, July 28
Archery Adventures Camp B (ages 12-15)
Ages 12 – 15
Monday – Wednesday, August 4 – 6
(Rain date: Thursday, August 7)
Archery and nature education combined! Campers will learn the basics of archery, play water games, learn about local wildlife, play archery tag and practice with 3D targets.
Registration deadline: Monday, July 28
Archery Adventures Camp B (ages 9-11)
Ages 9 – 11
Monday – Wednesday, August 4 – 6
(Rain date: Thursday August 7)
Archery and nature education combined! Campers will learn the basics of archery, play water games, learn about local wildlife, play archery tag and practice with 3D targets.
Registration deadline: Monday, July 28
Pickleball League Any Doubles Intermediate B
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, August 4 – September 8
Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s or mixed doubles) at the intermediate level. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a strong understanding of pickleball rules, and who are at an intermediate or higher level of competition. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.
Registration deadline: Sunday, July 20
Beaded Snails and Scales: Mixed Media Embroidery
Ages 16 and up
Learn how to use thread, fabric, beads and paint to mimic the beauty of nature in this mixed-media embroidery class. We will cover the basic stitches and techniques required to make your own sparkly scaly friend. No experience is needed. Participants will leave with the knowledge and supplies needed to finish a framed piece of mini art.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, July 29
Early Adventures
Ages 0 – 5 years with adult companion
Hit the trail with us! These exploratory hikes foster curiosity and confidence in young children. Your leader will point out seasonal changes and other natural points of interest in the parks. Hike is on a natural path. This is a Tools to Trek program. Backpacks and front carriers are appropriate if your child is not walking.
Registration deadline: Sunday, August 3
Pickleball League Mixed Doubles Intermediate B
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, August 5 – September 9
Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! Please note, this is a league designed for players with a strong understanding of pickleball rules, and who are at an intermediate level of competition. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.
Registration deadline: Sunday, July 20
Pickleball League Any Doubles Advanced B
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, August 5 – September 9
Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) at the advanced level. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a strong understanding of pickleball rules, and who are at an advanced level of competition. This is our highest level league at this time. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.
Registration deadline: Sunday, July 20
Pickleball League Any Doubles Beginner B
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, August 6 – September 10
Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! This for-fun league is open to any doubles teams (men’s, women’s, or mixed doubles) at the beginner level. Please note, this is a league designed for players with a basic understanding of pickleball rules, but who are still early in their pickleball skill development. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.
Registration deadline: Sunday, July 20
Bike Centerville Community Ride D
Ages 18 and up
Take advantage of this opportunity to explore Centerville and Washington Township by bicycle. The ride will be led by trained and experienced bike leaders and will help you learn routes to shopping, parks and more! Rides will be an easy-paced 10 to 15 miles that start and end at a park.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, August 5
Bubble Hike Adventure
Ages 6 – 9
Join us for a magical evening bubble hike! Explore the outdoors on a short guided hike filled with bubbles floating through the air. After the hike, enjoy creative bubble play with wands and giant bubbles. It’s a fun and engaging way to connect with nature and make memories. Don’t miss this enchanting evening! This is a drop-off program.
Registration Deadline: Monday, August 4
Pickleball League Mixed Doubles Beginner B
Ages 18 and up
Thursdays, August 7 – September 11
Join a Park District pickleball league and play pickleball in the parks this summer! Please note, this is a league designed for players with a basic understanding of pickleball rules, but who are still early in their pickleball skill development. No instruction/lessons are included in the league.
Registration deadline: Sunday, July 20
Insectigations (Insects at Night!)
All ages
Insects have important jobs in the ecosystem, and some work the night shift! We will hike through the forest and meadow, comparing the insects we find in each place. Don’t forget to bring a flashlight! There will be a limited supply of flashlights to borrow if needed. This is a Tools to Trek Program.
Registration deadline: Wednesday, August 6