Recreation Day Camp: Week 6, Iron Horse
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, June 30
Hidden Meadows Camp Wk 6 All Day
Ages 5 – 12
It’s fantastical out here! We will use our imaginations to search for our favorite mythical creatures in the woods. Campers will create homes for fairies and gnomes, learn about mythical creatures lurking in the parks, and bring imagination to the forefront of this camp.
Registration deadline: Monday, June 30
Naturalist Camp: Insects
Ages 12 – 15
We will conduct wildlife surveys, climb trees with EarthJoy, hike, go creeking, and take on silly team challenges. Each week will have a different nature theme to study. We will spend one day each week at Oak Grove Park where we will focus on archery, special activities and challenges related to our weekly theme.
Registration deadline: Monday, June 30
Sugar Valley Day Camp Week 6
Ages 6 – 12
Habitats are animal homes, and Bill Yeck Park is full of them! On top of the usual classic camp games and crafts, each day will focus on a different habitat and the wildlife that rely on it. Hike through the forest, explore the seed nursery, learn about the bee hives, go creeking, and even learn about the Smith House and how it served as a home for people AND wildlife.
Registration deadline: Monday, June 30
Bike Centerville Community Ride C
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: Friday, July 4
Ages 18 and up
Mondays, July 7 – September 15
No scheduled matches Labor Day (September 1)
Join a Park District tennis league and play tennis in the parks this summer! Several levels of play allow opportunities for all abilities. All leagues are 10 weeks long.
Registration deadline: Sunday, June 22
Ages 18 and up
Wednesdays, July 9 – September 10
Join a Park District tennis league and play tennis in the parks this summer! Several levels of play allow opportunities for all abilities. All leagues are 10 weeks long.
Registration deadline: Sunday, June 22
Neighborhood Yoga B: Vinyasa Flow
Ages 18 and up
Gentle yoga, vinyasa flow and breathwork + meditation classes will be offered in a soothing neighborhood park setting, led by Method Yoga Studio’s Megan Lees. Each class is suitable for all levels. Please bring a mat and water bottle. Classes are weather dependent.
Registration Deadline: Tuesday, July 8
Hike with a Naturalist
Ages 18 and up
Join us on a stroll through your park! A naturalist will point out seasonal changes and discuss the wildlife we observe. Hike is on a natural path.
Registration deadline: Tuesday, July 8
Cool Off Crafts
Recommended for ages 3 – 7 with parent/guardian
Sensory experiences with coloring ice and making your own ice cream craft in the shade are fun ways to cool off, but if that doesn’t do it, grab a free ice pop before playing on the playground!
Registration deadline: Sunday, July 6
Nature Fun: An Outdoor Family Storytime
All ages
Fridays, July 11 & August 15
Families are invited to join us outside to listen to a story brought to you by the Washington-Centerville Public Library! Participate in nature-themed activities following the story. Families are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on. All sessions are Tools to Trek programs.
Registration is not required but is recommended.
Past and Present: Grant Park and Normandy Farms
Ages 16 and up
Join history experts and CWPD for a look at Grant Park’s Normandy Entrance, past and present. After a presentation on the area’s history featuring Richard H. Grant and Normandy Farms, we will take a short hike to view the remnants of the past mixed with the present natural environment. The hike is on a natural trail with some inclines.
Registration deadline: Thursday, July 10
Lacrosse Ball/Foam Rolling Clinic
Ages 16 and up (under 18 requires adult companion)
Airrosti’s Dr. Steven Miller and Adelle will teach you how to manage, reduce and eliminate musculoskeletal pain through preventative self-myofascial release techniques using a foam roller and lacrosse ball. If you have a foam roller, lacrosse ball or mat, please bring them with you. There will be a limited supply of foam rollers and lacrosse balls on hand to use.
Registration deadline: Thursday, July 10
Summer Adult Archery B
Ages 16 and up
This program is for beginners interested in learning archery! By the end of the night, you’ll be shooting on your own, playing games and increasing your confidence as an archer. Each group can have up to four people. This program is perfect for couples, friend groups, co-workers, siblings and more! One registration per group. Must be 16 or older to join.
Registration deadline: Monday, July 7
Hidden Meadows Camp Wk 7 Morning
Ages 5 – 12
Botanists are scientists who study plants, and your camper gets to become one this week. Learn about trees, plants, wildflowers, and the meadows and forests they call home. We will also learn about pollinators! All of your favorite camp games will be played along the way.
Registration deadline: Monday, July 7