Nature Journaling through Watercolor: Landscapes
Ages 18 and up
Materials to bring: travel watercolor paint set, aqua paint brush, waterproof fine tip pen, pencil with eraser, bull clip, drawing board, and a sketchbook or journal (or any other materials you’d like to use instead). These free nature journaling workshops are open to adults of all skill levels! Led by visual artist and designer Renee Hopson.
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 24
Yoga in the Park A
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, June 1 – July 20
(No class June 15, 22 or July 13)
Method Studio’s Megan Lees leads these yoga classes for all levels. Classes include warm-up, breath work, standing poses, flowing poses and end with relaxation. NOTE: This is a 5-week session.
Registration deadline: Friday, May 29
Preschool Recreation Day Camp: Week 1
Sensory Safari
Ages 3 – 5
Monday – Friday, June 1 – 5
We’re inviting our littlest campers to spend mornings at the park participating in a variety of recreation activities tied to each week’s theme. We will start each day with a welcoming activity to help everyone feel comfortable and included, followed by our favorite preschool games and songs.
Registration deadline: Monday, May 25
Recreation Day Camp: Week 1, Forest Field
Soak up the Sun!
Ages 5 – 11
Monday – Friday, June 1 – 5
Kick off summer with all things sunshine! Each day will include “get to know you” icebreakers to ensure everyone feels welcome! Special activities include a naturalist-led weather program, UV-bead friendship bracelets and other bright, summer-themed projects to help new friends connect.
Registration deadline: Monday, May 25
Hidden Meadows Camp Wk 1 Half-Day
Hike & Seek Week
Ages 5 – 12
Monday – Friday, June 1 – 5
Let’s hit the trails, campers! This week will be full of hiking, scavenger hunts, classic camp games and learning about the camouflaged wildlife hiding on the trails.
Registration deadline: Monday, May 25
Hidden Meadows Camp Wk 1 All Day
Hike & Seek Week
Ages 5 – 12
Monday – Friday, June 1 – 5
Let’s hit the trails, campers! This week will be full of hiking, scavenger hunts, classic camp games and learning about the camouflaged wildlife hiding on the trails.
Registration deadline: Monday, May 25
Sugar Valley Day Camp Week 1
Creeks, Ponds and Puddles
Ages 6 – 12
Monday – Friday, June 1 – 5
Start summer off with a splash! Learn all about creeks, play water-filled games, and go on adventures to, and sometimes even through, the water habitats of Bill Yeck Park! Along the way, we will learn about the wildlife that call aquatic habitats their homes.
Registration deadline: Monday, May 25
Fitness for Longevity A
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, June 1 – July 13
(No class July 6)
This class is designed to maintain strength, mobility and power at an advanced level, regardless of your age. Exercises are designed to improve breath work and fascia alongside joint and heart health.
Due to the incorporation of a full range of exercises from calisthenics to long holds and deep stretches, prior exercise experience is highly recommended. Taught by Dan Loofboro. Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Registration deadline: Friday, May 29
A Walk in the Park
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 2 – August 27
9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
These are self-guided walks around your community parks! Walking helps maintain a healthy weight, increases energy, lifts your spirits, strengthens memory and protects from heart disease and high blood pressure.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Fridays, June 2 – August 28
Meet up with other trail trekking enthusiasts to trek through the parks during this self-guided meet-up program! You must bring your own Nordic poles if you sign up for this option.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays & Fridays, June 2 – August 28
Meet up with other trail trekking enthusiasts to trek through the parks through this self-guided meet-up program! Sign up to rent Nordic poles if you want to try trekking before you purchase your own set. You will be contacted to sign a borrower’s permit and pick up your set for the fall. A limited number of rental poles are available.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!
Gentle Yoga A
Ages 18 and up
Tuesdays, June 2 – July 21
(No class June 16, 23 or July 14)
Join us for a gentler, more adaptable yoga program. This class will feature additional guidance, modifications and props to assist in supporting postures and a slower pace. Taught by certified yoga instructor Kathleen Crosby. Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Registration deadline: Friday, May 29
Early Adventures: Grant’s Trail
Ages 0 – 5 years with adult companion
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. Hikes can be on a natural or paved path, depending on the location. This is a Tools to Trek program. Backpacks and front carriers are appropriate if your child is not walking.
Registration deadline: Sunday, May 31
Hike For Your Health
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, June 3 – August 26
Staff and volunteers will lead groups at different paces. Hike for Your Health is a wonderful opportunity to meet new people and get to know some of your parks better. All hikes are on natural trails. Please wear appropriate shoes for trails that may be muddy or slick.
There is no registration deadline for this program. Join anytime!
Fitness for Longevity B
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, June 3 – July 8
Get it all in one fitness class — a challenging workout and functional movement for vitality and longevity. Exercises are designed to improve breath work and fascia alongside joint and heart health. Due to the incorporation of a full range of exercises from calisthenics to long holds and deep stretches, prior exercise experience is highly recommended. Taught by Dan Loofboro. Please bring a yoga mat and water.
Registration deadline: Monday, June 1