frederick county parks and recreation spring and summer 2011

2011:Better than Ever

intoSummerSpring Summer

RecreaterTheFrederick County Division of Parks and Recreation

The

Recreation, Sports, and Leisure Activity Guide

March-August 2011

www.Recreater.com | 301.600.2936www.Recreater.com | 301.600.2936

ROSE HILL MANOR PARK

7th AnnualCivil War Encampment

July 9 & 10, 2011

1611 N Market Street Frederick, MD 301-600-1650Reenactors register now at www.rosehillmuseum.com

Frederick County Division of Parks and Recreation

Saturday | 10am-4pm Sunday | 10am-3pm

Living History Demonstrations, Music, Manor Tours and Childrens Acitivites for only a $3 admission fee

Special Musical Guest: 2nd South Carolina String Band

Follow us on:

3

Special Events & Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7

Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

Puppy Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

Camp Monocacy/Eco-Adventure Camps . . 60-63

Nature Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62-67

History Camps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68

Preschool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-15

Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-18

Youth Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19-25

Nature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26-35

History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-40

Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41-42

Teen & Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50-53

Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54-55

Outdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48-49

Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43-47

Summer Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69-82

Welcome to the Frederick County Parks and Recreation Spring/Summer 2011 Recreater activity guide. Inside youll find great opportunities for you and your family from now until August.

Register on-line at www.Recreater.com!

Special Events / TripsSpecial Events / TripsApril

Spring Egg HunTSHunt for eggs and enjoy games and prizes. Each egg hunt will be divided into different age groups. There will be fun for the whole family. Dont be late and bring your own basket.

Approximate Egg Hunt Start Times:2-3 years 10:30 am4-5 years 10:45 am6-10 years 11:00 am

2-10 yrs / 1 day / $5Thurmont Rec Center11995 Sa 10:00 am-Noon 4/16Centerville Rec Center11996 Sa 10:00 am-Noon 4/16Oakdale Rec Center11997 Sa 10:00 am-Noon 4/16Tuscarora Rec Center11998 Sa 10:00 am-Noon 4/16

roSE Hill Egg rollJoin The Childrens Museum of Rose Hill Manor as we celebrate spring with our Egg Roll. Bring a grass filled Easter basket to fill with crafts. Participate with stories, songs, and games.

Approximate Egg Roll Start Times:2-3 years 1:30 pm4-5 years 2:00 pm6-8 years 2:30 pm9-12 years 3:00 pm

2-12 yrs / 1 day/ $5 childRose Hill Manor House12431 Sa 1:00-4:00 pm 4/23

Spring FESTivalCelebrate Fredericks agricultural history with the Frederick County Farm Museum Association and Rose Hill Manor Park. Enjoy a hay ride around the park and witness spring planting. Visit our barns to view the farm animals and learn how milk gets to your table. Enjoy a variety of crafts and help plant the vegetable garden in the Manors backyard. Other activities include antique and kiddie tractor pulls, music, craft vendors, and home-style food.

Ages: All ages.Cost: $1 recommended donation for parking; Craft Tickets $0.25 each; Hay Ride $1; Food and Craft Costs Vary

Rose Hill ManorSaturday 10:00 am-4:00 pm 4/30 Sunday Noon-4:00 pm 5/1

4 www.Recreater.com SPRING/SUMMER 2011 301-600-2936

Special Events / Trips

June Colonial FairE 2011Discover daily life in the 18th century. Visit with tradesmen, Native Americans, soldiers and other pioneers. View and purchase period wares from Artisans. Make your own candle, learn to write with a quill pen and much more.

Ages: All ages.Cost: Event is Free. Admission for Museum Tours. Food and craft costs vary.

Rose Hill Manor ParkSaturday 10:00 am-4:00 pm 6/11 Sunday Noon-4:00 pm 6/12

MayBark in THE park Enjoy an afternoon with your furry, four-legged friend, at the Frederick County Parks and Recreation annual Bark in the Park. Your pooch will have an opportunity to run free in one of our off-leash areas, test and sharpen his or her skills on the agility course, participate in doggy contests, and make new friends. Bark in the Park also provides great opportunities for families to adopt a dog, learn different training techniques, sample dog related products, and visit exhibit booths. This event is sure to be a dog-gone good time! Beat the rush by pre-registering now or register on-site the day of the event! Dog owners must bring a collar, leash, and proof of rabies vaccination for entry. Limit two dogs per owner.

All ages / $5 per dog

Utica District Park 12441 Sa 10:00 am-2:00 pm 5/7

DoggiE ConTESTSSign up to enter a contest on-site the day of the event. Free with admission to Bark in the Park. Contest start times are listed below. Prizes will be awarded to winners in each category.

Best Trick 11:00 amSmallest/Biggest Dog 11:30 amBest Canine Costume 12:00 pmOwner/Dog Look-A-Like 12:30 pm

vendors wanted!Frederick County Parks and Recreation is looking for vendors for the Annual Bark in the Park. The purpose of this event is to provide recreation for dog lovers and to involve local dog related organizations/businesses at our community event.

If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Erin Kleintop301-600-2983 [email protected]

May 7, 201110:00 am - 2:00 pm

See Page 58 for more information on Bark in the Park


AugustroSE Hill Day FESTival & anTiquE Car SHowCelebrate Fredericks transportation history with Rose Hill and the Francis Scott Key Car Club! Visit Rose Hill Manor for a special look at the role of travel and transportation in the development of the American colonies and the growth of Frederick. Refresh with a bowl of ice cream and wander back in time with a stroll through the antique car show. Enjoy the shade of the trees on the lawn of the manor house while playing with old-fashioned toys and experiencing early American-style games. The Antique Car Show is sponsored by the Francis Scott Key Car Club of Frederick and features food, a car parts flea market, and car sale corral.

All ages / Costs vary for food, ice cream & toursRose Hill ManorSunday 10:00 am-3:00 pm 8/21

July7TH annual Civil war EnCampmEnT Join us as we celebrate the Civil War Sesquicentennial and the role Rose Hill Manor played as an encampment site for both Union and Confederate soldiers throughout the war. Explore what life was like for both soldiers and civilians as you visit with re-enactors and living historians. Activities and demonstrations include military exercises, flag signaling, cannon firing, cooking, and much more. Concerts by the 2nd South Carolina String Band both Saturday and Sunday. Historical battles at 2pm on Saturday and Sunday. Church service 10:30am Sunday. For more detailed schedule please visit our website. Fees collected on-site.

All ages / $3 per person, per dayRose Hill ManorSaturday 10:00 am-4:00 pm 7/9 Sunday 10:00 am-3:00 pm 7/10

SpECial EvEning Camp & DanCE programJoin our reenactors for an evening of fun. Experience what life was like beyond the battlefield and participate in a special evening concert and dance. Fees collected on-site.

All ages / $3 per personRose Hill ManorSaturday 7:00 pm-9:00 pm 7/9

For more information to register as a re-enactor or living historian for this event:

CALL or REGISTER ONLINE 301.600.1648 | www.rosehillmuseum.com

Colonial Civil War re-enaCtor information

&


nEw york CiTy, your wayVisit the Big Apple your way! Shop, sightsee, dine, or see a show. You decide how to spend the day in one of the greatest cities in the world. The bus will drop you off near Macys and then youre on your own. Bus leaves NYC at 6 pm. Cost includes transportation and tourist information. The bus will make a brief food stop on the way there and back. Registration closes on 5/6/11. A paying adult must accompany participants under the age of 18 years.

All ages / 1 day / $65Depart from T.J. Middle School12940 Sa 6:00 am-11:00 pm 5/21

amEriCan girl BuS TripBoard a luxury coach bus and visit the American Girl place in New York City! The bus will drop you off in front of the store with plenty of time to shop. Cost includes transportation, lunch and goodie bags for all of our guests under the age of 12. Reservations for lunch are at the American Girl Caf at 2:30 pm. The bus will also make a brief food stop on the way there and back. Registration closes on 7/25/11. A paying adult must accompany participants under the age of 18 years.

All ages / 1 day / $85Depart from T.J. Middle School13380 Su 7:30 am-9:00 pm 8/7

CaToCTin CrEEk

Nature FestJoin us in celebrating nature at Catoctin Creek Nature Center!

A Fun, FREE Event for Everyone!

Fun-filled activities will include: Live Animals Nature Walks Green Roof Tours Environmental Exhibitors Food Vendors Live Music NEW Nature Playground with Climbing Boulders and Hidden Fossils

All ages / Free admissionCatoctin Creek ParkSa 11:00 am-4:00 pm 4/9

Trips

www.Recreater.com SPRING/SUMMER 2011 301-600-2936 7

preschool

mini DooDlErSMini Doodlers gleefully create their own masterpieces using a wide range of high quality art materials. Children develop important school readiness skills such as fine motor skills, ability to listen & follow directions, cognitive skills, language and more in an enchanting environment that develops individual creativity. Children are inspired by master & contemporary artists as well as cultural art. Protective aprons provided for all children. $24 materials fee due at first class.

3-5 yrs / 6 wks / $75Catoctin Creek Nature Center12105 W 10:15-11:00 am 3/1612690 W 10:15-11:00 am 5/4Fountain Rock Park12101 Tu 10:00-10:45 am 3/1512688 Tu 10:00-10:45 am 5/3Middletown Rec Center12103 Tu 5:15-6:00 pm 3/1512689 Tu 5:15-6:00 pm 5/3

TwooSy DooDlErSThis special parent/child class is often the first educational program for children. Have fun creating unique art as they develop fine motor skills, hand eye coordination, creativity and readiness skills, self confidence, ability to play with others and the power of imaginative thinking. Children use a wide variety of innovative non-toxic art materials. Parents learn what they can do to help nurture creativity. Curriculum based lessons. Protective aprons provided for all children. $24 materials fee due at first class.

20-36 mos / 6 wks / $75Catoctin Creek Nature Center13408 W 9:30-10:05 am 5/4Fountain Rock Park13409 Tu 9:15-9:50 am 5/313411 Tu 11:00-11:35 am 5/3Middletown Rec Center13410 Tu 4:30-5:05 pm 5/3

Arts & Crafts TimE maCHinEExploring art through time is the focus of this special Portfolio Kids session for 3-5 year olds. We study art through the ages from cave paintings, Egyptian and Greek art, masters of the Renaissance and the Impressionist Era and Pop Art to arrive in the 21st century with digital art. Artists such as Monet and Peter Max will be discussed as well as appropriate vocabulary as we create our own timely art. $24 materials fee due at first class.

3-5 yrs / 6 wks / $75Urbana Elementary12097 W 4:30-5:15 pm 3/23Liberty Elementary12098 Th 4:30-5:15 pm 3/24Tuscarora Rec Center 12099 Sa 1:15-2:00 pm 3/26

kiDS on CanvaS mini DooDlEr This popular series returns! Kids on Canvas, a unique art program that teaches children ages 3-12 about painting on a variety of canvas surfaces with acrylics. Canvas paper, canvas board and stretched canvas will be used while exploring the versatile medium, acrylics. New artists studied along with vocabulary and technique include Yin Lum, Jan Van Eyck, Gene Dis & more. Cutting edge all new and exciting art lessons! Protective aprons provided. $20 materials fee due at first class.

3-5 yrs / 4 wks / $62Urbana Elementary12685 W 4:30-5:15 pm 5/11Liberty Elementary12686 Th 4:30-5:15 pm 5/12Tuscarora Rec Center 12687 Sa 1:00-1:45 pm 5/14


preschool

play wiTH Clay Kids get hands-on with our easy to use clay to create and paint their favorite animals or characters over 2 sessions before taking them home.

3-5 yrs / 2 wks / $24Thurmont Rec Center 12696 Tu 5:30-6:15 pm 5/10Emmitsburg Community Center 12697 Th 5:30-6:15 pm 5/26Walkersville Rec Center 12698 W 5:30-6:15 pm 5/25

young rEmBranDTS For prESCHoolErS Let Young Rembrandts help prepare your pre-schooler for Kindergarten. We teach your children skills that will help

them grow, develop and excel all while having fun! Well concentrate on the skills of drawing and coloring while we develop fine motor skills, focus, listening, staying on task, patience and spatial organization. We provide a nurturing and strong learning environment that expands preschoolers image vocabulary as they draw familiar images. Each session contains all new lessons.

3.5-5 yrs / 6 wks / $80Centerville Rec Center 12699 Sa 9:00-10:00 am 4/9Oakdale Rec Center12700 F 4:30-5:30 pm 4/29

kiDzarT prE-kKidzArt/Pre-K helps pre-schoolers slow down, focus, and see the world around them, often for the first time.

Students have fun creating works of art using basic shapes and drawing techniques. With interactive story time and fun curriculum, preschoolers learn to work with others and build self confidence through artistic expression. Students use safe media. Every session is unique because our curriculum never repeats. Ask about our Multi-Sibling and Refer-A-Friend discounts available on supply fees. $25 materials fee due at first class.

3-5 yrs / 5 wks / $45 Tuscarora Rec Center12115 M 4:45-5:45 pm 3/14Centerville Rec Center13437 Sa 2:30-3:30 pm 5/7

3-5 yrs / 6 wks / $50Tuscarora Rec Center12691 M 4:45-5:45 pm 5/2

mESSy maSTErpiECES Children can experience art through this 3-week hands-on class. Create modern masterpieces while discovering colors, textures, and shapes. Dress for a mess (old clothes) and bring a smock.

3-5 yrs / 3 wks / $25Thurmont Rec Center 12693 Tu 5:00-5:45 pm 5/24Emmitsburg Community Center 12694 Tu 5:30-6:15 pm 4/26


preschool

Dance kinDErDanCE - lEvEl 1A quality developmental dance, motor development and fitness program taught on 3 levels, teaching the basics of Ballet, Tap, Acrobatics and Creative Movement while blending educational concepts. This 6-week program helps develop gross motor skills, movement creativity, fitness, and body awareness. Each class is taught using lesson plans which incorporate original and traditional age-appropriate music and songs. Parents may observe during the final class. Ballet shoes are required and tap shoes are preferred for this class.

3-5 yrs / 6 wks / $58Centerville Rec Center 12123 M 4:30-5:30 pm 3/712701 M 4:30-5:30 pm 4/25Deer Crossing Rec Center12125 W 4:30-5:30 pm 3/912131 W 5:30-6:30 pm 3/912703 W 4:30-5:30 pm 4/2712727 W 5:30-6:30 pm 4/27Oakdale Rec Center12124 Th 4:30-5:30 pm 3/1012705 Th 4:30-5:30 pm 4/28Tuscarora Rec Center 12126 F 4:30-5:30 pm 3/1112707 F 4:30-5:30 pm 4/29Middletown Rec Center12122 Sa 10:30-11:30 am 3/1212712 Sa 10:30-11:30 am 4/30Browning Building (Pinecliff Park)12127 M 4:30-5:30 pm 3/712713 M 4:30-5:30 pm 3/712128 Th 9:45-10:45 am 3/1012129 Th 11:00-Noon 3/1012146 Th 5:30-6:30 pm 3/1012709 Th 9:45-10:45 am 4/28Walkersville Rec Center12714 Tu 4:30-5:30 pm 4/26

kinDErDanCE - lEvEl 2For the student who has completed one year, or at least three Kinderdance Level 1 sessions. This program teaches the basics of Ballet, Tap, Acrobatics and Creative Movement while blending educational concepts. It builds on the skills learned in level 1, and focuses more on ballet and tap technique. Parents may observe during the final class. Ballet and tap shoes are required for this class.

3-5 yrs / 6 wks / $58Centerville Rec Center 12130 M 5:30-6:30 pm 3/712719 M 5:30-6:30 pm 4/25Oakdale Rec Center12132 Th 5:30-6:30 pm 3/1012721 Th 5:30-6:30 pm 4/28Tuscarora Rec Center 12133 F 5:30-6:30 pm 3/1112723 F 5:30-6:30 pm 4/29

Discovery lil EinSTEinSLet your future scientist investigate and experience the wonderful world of science through hands-on projects. Explore the weather, investigate magnets, identify the five senses, and much more.

4-5 yrs/ 4 wks / $32Oakdale Rec Center 12728 M 5:00-6:00 pm 5/16


preschool

MovementFunFiT This fun-filled activity brings fitness to a whole new level. Using balls, chutes, instruments and more, you and your child will get a heart-healthy workout in a stress-free class. Kids will build self-confidence, socialization, coordination, balance, language and cognitive development. Child must be able to walk. One adult must attend with child(ren).

1-2 yrs / 8 wks / $80Browning Building (Pinecliff Park)12729 M 9:30-10:15 am 4/4 12740 W 9:30-10:15 am 4/6Tuscarora Rec Center 12738 W 4:45-5:30 pm 4/6

2-3 yrs / 8 wks / $80Browning Building (Pinecliff Park)12730 M 10:15-11:00 am 4/4 12741 W 10:15-11:00 am 4/6

1-4 yrs / 8 wks / $80Browning Building (Pinecliff Park)12731 M 11:00-11:45 am 4/4Walkersville Rec Center12739 M 5:00-5:45 pm 4/4Centerville Rec Center 12734 Th 5:30-6:15 pm 4/7 12735 Th 6:15-7:00 pm 4/7Oakdale Rec Center 12736 Tu 5:45-6:30 pm 4/5 Tuscarora Rec Center 12737 W 5:30-6:15 pm 4/6

FunFiT Funky monkEySAction packed and full of fun. Kids will receive a heart-healthy work-out without even knowing it. With loads of age-appropriate, non-competitive, active games such as tag, ball play, parachute and more, kids learn to play by game rules, follow simple instructions, advance coordination and sport skills, as well as benefit from the social and cooperative aspects formed in team play. Participants will improve self confidence, coordination, muscle tone & function, socialization and cognitive development. Keep them growing strong and confident with Funfit!

3-6 yrs / 8 wks / $80Walkersville Rec Center12742 M 5:45-6:30 pm 4/4Oakdale Rec Center12744 Tu 5:00-5:45 pm 4/5Browning Building (Pinecliff Park)12743 W 11:00-11:45 am 4/6

kinDErmoTion - prESCHoolA developmentally designed education through motor skills, physical development, fitness, nutrition and imagery program that prepares students minds and bodies for athletic and academic pursuits. Kindermotion also strengthens childrens communication and leadership abilities and focuses on the Mind/Body connection while building self-esteem and self-confidence in young children. Our challenging obstacle courses make fitness fun! Dont let obesity be a problem your child ever has to face!

3-5 yrs / 6 wks / $47Browning Building (Pinecliff Park)12150 M 4:00-4:30 pm 3/712747 M 4:00-4:30 pm 4/25Middletown Rec Center12148 Sa 12:45-1:15 pm 3/1212745 Sa 12:45-1:15 pm 4/30

Preschool


preschool

munCHkin movErS CrEaTivE movEmEnT & muSiC Tiny tots move to music, create their own rhythms, play with instruments and have story time each session. Mat play, tumbling, dancing and motor-skill enhancing games included in this program.Thurmont Rec Center 2 yrs / 4 wks / $2912750 Sa 9:15-10:00 am 4/303 yrs / 4 wks / $2912751 Sa 10:15-11:00 am 4/30

Walkersville Rec Center 2 yrs / 4 wks / $2912752 Sa 10:00-10:45 am 5/73 yrs / 4 wks / $2912753 Sa 11:00-11:45 am 5/7

moving anD SHakingChildren will participate in various music and movement activities, including learning songs, playing instruments, and playing with parachutes and scarves. This class will focus on coordination, listening skills, and socialization. This inclusive group will be taught by staff from the Frederick County Infants and Toddlers Program.

2.5 - 3 yrs / 6 wks / $30Browning Building- (Pinecliff Park)12755 F 10:30-11:30 am 5/6

gET rEaDy For prESCHool!During this program your child will practice skills to prepare him or her for preschool. We will focus on separating from a parent, turn-taking with peers, following directions in a group setting, imitating actions to songs during circle time, and having fun with friends. Our daily schedule includes free play, circle time, movement, snack, and story time. This inclusive group is taught by staff from the Frederick County Infants and Toddlers Program. Parents are required to stay on the premises.

2.5-3.5 yrs / 6 wks / $30Frederick County Health Department12754 F 1:00-2:30 pm 5/613417 Th 9:00-10:30 am 5/5

SquigglES & gigglESThrough entertaining games and multi- sensory activities, this program will engage the child and enhance the development of foundational fine motor skills. Preschoolers are not developmentally ready for formal handwriting instruction but can benefit from developmentally appropriate readiness activities! This inclusive group will be taught by staff from the Frederick County Infants and Toddlers Program. Parents are expected to remain on the premises.

2.5-3 yrs / 6 wks / $30Browning Building (Pinecliff Park)12207 F 9:00-10:00 am 5/6

Amusement Park TicketsTickets are CASH ONLY

and must be purchased at:118 North Market Street

Frederick, MD 21701

The Frederick County Division of Parks and Recreation will be oering Discount Tickets to local amusement parksFOR MORE INFORMATION: 301-600-2936 www.Recreater.com

ON SALE APRIL 2011

preschool

One Day Programs prESCHool CraFTS SEriES In these preschool programs your child will have story time, make a theme related craft, color, play program theme games, and socialize with other preschoolers. These preschool programs are not parent/child classes, however there will be a waiting area close to the Rec Room for parent convenience. Program descriptions are available online.

3-5 yrs / 1 day / $12Browning Building (Pinecliff Park) Earth Day Celebration12813 Tu 10:00-11:00 am 4/12 Lets Celebrate Mom! 12815 Tu 10:00-11:00 am 5/10 Under the Sea12821 Tu 10:00-11:00 am 6/7

Centerville Rec Center Junior Jungle12820 F 5:00-6:00 pm 4/29Lets Celebrate Mom! 12816 F 5:00-6:00 pm 5/6Wild, Wild West12823 F 5:00-6:00 pm 5/27Lets Celebrate Dad!12824 F 5:00-6:00 pm 6/10

Oakdale Rec Center Earth Day Celebration12812 W 5:00-6:00 pm 4/13Lil Princesses12825 W 5:00-6:00 pm 4/27 Lets Celebrate Mom! 12814 W 5:00-6:00 pm 5/11Explore with Pizza and Planets12826 W 5:00-6:00 pm 5/25Under the Sea 12822 W 5:00-6:00 pm 6/8

SportsExploring SporTS Little athletes discover a variety of sports through drills and games in this program. This program will teach fundamental motor skills used in sports. Tee-ball, tennis, soccer, and basketball skill stations will keep your child active for the duration.

3-5 yrs / 4 wks / $21Thurmont Rec Center 12757 Sa 11:30-12:15 pm 4/3012758 Sa 12:30-1:15 pm 4/30Walkersville Rec Center 12759 Su 1:00-1:45 pm 5/812760 Su 2:00-2:45 pm 5/8

prESCHool gymnaSTiCS In this introduction to gymnastics, boys and girls can develop strength, coordination, locomotor movement, listening skills and cooperation. Prerequisite: Child must be at least three years old when the program begins and toilet-trained. No diapers. This is a parent/child program.

3-5 yrs / 6 wks / $50Centerville Rec Center 12769 Tu 6:00-6:45 pm 4/5Deer Crossing Rec Center 12771 M 6:00-6:45 pm 4/4Middletown Rec Center 12770 W 6:00-6:45 pm 4/6Tuscarora Rec Center 12768 Sa 10:00-10:45 am 4/9Walkersville Rec Center 12772 W 6:00-6:45 pm 4/6

mini HoopSTErS Bring your little baller out to the gym to practice their motor skills and have fun playing basketball based games and activities. This program is designed for preschool aged children.

3-5 yrs / 4 wks / $32Thurmont Rec Center 12764 M 3:30-4:15 pm 5/212765 W 5:30-6:15 pm 5/4Walkersville Rec Center 12766 Tu 4:30-5:15 pm 5/1012767 Tu 5:15-6:00 pm 5/10


preschool

liTTlE all-STarS Help your little all-star learn a variety of sports through drills and games in this program. Parent and child will be guided through skill stations and games. Fee includes a t-shirt for children. Adult participation is required for all classes.

3-5 yrs / 6 wks / $42Deer Crossing Rec Center 12218 Sa 9:00-9:45 am 3/1212761 Sa 9:00-9:45 am 5/712216 Sa 10:00-10:45 am 3/1212762 Sa 10:00-10:45 am 5/712217 Sa 11:00-11:45 am 3/1212763 Sa 11:00-11:45 am 5/7

1ST kiCkS ToT SoCCEr Designed just for preschoolers to begin learning the fundamentals of soccer and teamwork. Complete with skill stations and scrimmages. Bring shin guards for this program. Fee includes a shirt. Class will be held outside so dress weather appropriate. This is a not a league.

3-4 yrs / 5 wks / $40Ballenger Creek Park Field #8 12810 W 4:30-5:15 pm 5/18 12811 W 5:30-6:15 pm 5/18 Utica District Park Field #2 12808 Th 4:30-5:15 pm 5/19 12809 Th 5:30-6:15 pm 5/19

uk pETiTE SoCCErAn introduction to the world of soccer for 2-5 year olds using a games-based approach, providing every child the opportunity to develop motor skills, social skills, coordination and general athletic ability in a stimulating, motivating, educational environment. Activities include fantasy role playing and are designed to maximize the number of touches a player has on the ball. Individual skills will be taught by UK Elite Soccers Professional British Coaching Staff!

Urbana Community Park2-3 yrs / 6 wks / $8512783 Tu 11:00-Noon 4/1212793 W 4:00-5:00 pm 6/1512803 W 5:00-6:00 pm 6/15

3-5 yrs / 6 wks / $8512784 Tu 1:00-2:00 pm 4/1212791 Tu 2:00-3:00 pm 4/1212794 W 4:00-5:00 pm 6/1512795 W 5:00-6:00 pm 6/1512804 W 6:00-7:00 pm 6/15

Middletown Rec Center 2-3 yrs / 6 wks / $8512788 Tu 4:30-5:30 pm 4/1212805 Tu 4:00-5:00 pm 6/1412806 Tu 5:00-6:00 pm 6/14

3-5 yrs / 6 wks / $8512790 Tu 5:30-6:30 pm 4/1212800 Tu 4:00-5:00 pm 6/1412801 Tu 5:00-6:00 pm 6/1412807 Tu 6:00-7:00 pm 6/14

Old National Pike District Park 2-3 yrs / 6 wks / $8512789 Th 11:00-Noon 4/1412792 Th 4:30-5:30 pm 4/1412799 Th 4:00-5:00 pm 6/1612802 Th 5:00-6:00 pm 6/16

3-5 yrs / 6 wks / $8512785 Th 1:00-2:00 pm 4/1412786 Th 2:00-3:00 pm 4/1412787 Th 5:30-6:30 pm 4/1412796 Th 4:00-5:00 pm 6/1612797 Th 5:00-6:00 pm 6/1612798 Th 6:00-7:00 pm 6/16


preschool

15

TEE Ball SkillS Designed just for preschoolers to begin learning the fundamentals of tee-ball and teamwork. Complete with skill stations and scrimmages. Bring a glove. Fee includes a shirt. This is a not a league.

3-4 yrs / 5 wks / $40Utica District Park - Field #5 12773 Sa 10:00-10:45 5/14 12774 Sa 11:00-11:45 5/14 12775 Sa Noon-12:45 pm 5/14 Emmitsburg Community Center 12776 Su 1:00-1:45 5/812777 Su 2:00-2:45 5/8

inSTruCTional TEE Ball Learn basic skills such as throwing, catching, batting, and team play in this fun and active program. Practice the fundamentals for 3-weeks, then play 2-weeks of games. Bring a glove. Fee includes a shirt. Rain or shine. Program will be held outside weather permitting. This is a not a league.

4-5 yrs / 5 wks / $40Oakdale Rec Center 12778 F 4:30-5:30 pm 4/112779 F 5:45-6:45 pm 4/1Tuscarora Rec Center 12781 Sa 9:00-10:00 am 4/2312782 Sa 10:15-11:15 am 4/23

quiCkSTarT TEnniSQuickstart tennis works by getting kids into the game immediately. Within the first hour of stepping on the court, they are actually playing, rallying and moving around and having fun! We scale the courts down to their size, which gives the kids the confidence and ability to cover the entire court. We use junior size racquets that fit smaller hands and makes it easier to control. Quickstart tennis enables kids to have a fun experience early on in the learning process. They build confidence and become more enthusiastic about playing.

3-5 yrs / 3 wks / $47.25West Winds Tennis Center13170 Th Noon-1:00 pm 4/7

3-5 yrs / 4 wks / $63West Winds Tennis Center13171 Th Noon-1:00 pm 5/513174 Th Noon-1:00 pm 6/913175 Th Noon-1:00 pm 7/713176 Th Noon-1:00 pm 8/4

Fun for the whole FamilyHunt for eggs and enjoy games and prizes!

Spring Egg HuntsApril 16, 2011 10:00 am-Noon

Rose Hill Egg RollApril 23, 2011 1:00-4:00 pm

Spring Egg Events

$5 per child / See page 4 for more information

youth

Camp monoCaCySpring BrEak Enjoy your Spring Break with daily activities that include games, crafts, and sports. Celebrate spring with a party on Friday.

6-11 yrs / 5 days / $125 Walkersville Rec Center13400 M-F 8:00-5:00 pm 4/18

SECrET agEnT Spring BrEak CampYour KidzArt Agent Mission, should you

choose to accept it...is to train as a Secret Art Agent with your friends. Please report to KidzArt for this thrilling Spy Camp, filled with fun creative projects, drawings, painting, and puzzles to solve. No prior experience or training necessary! Please note that this document will self-destruct in 30 seconds. Ask about our Multi-Sibling and Refer-A-Friend discounts available on camp supply fees! Please bring a $30 supply fee to the first class.

5-15 yrs / 3 days / $90Centerville Rec Center12847 Tu-Th 8:30-1:00 pm 4/19Deer Crossing Rec Center12848 Tu-Th 8:30-1:00 pm 4/19Middletown Rec Center12849 Tu-Th 8:30-1:00 pm 4/19

After SchoolaFTEr SCHool aDvEnTurESCome on out and join the adventure. This after school program offers students a variety of fun activities to learn. Space is limited. Participants must be picked up no later than 5:45 pm.

5-11 yrs/ 8 wks / $35Tuscarora Rec Center 12827 Tu 3:25-5:45 pm 4/5

Arts & CraftsaBrakaDooDlE kiDS on CanvaS DooDlErThis popular series returns! A unique art program that teaches children about painting on a variety of canvas surfaces with acrylics. Canvas paper, canvas board and stretched canvas will be used while exploring the versatile medium. New artists studied along with vocabulary and technique include Yin Lum, Jan Van Eyck, Gene Davis and more. Protective aprons provided. $20 material fee due at first class.

6-12 yrs / 4 wks / $62Urbana Elementary13403 W 5:30-6:25 pm 5/11Liberty Elementary13404 Th 5:30-6:25 pm 5/12Tuscarora Rec Center13405 Sa 2:00-2:55 pm 5/14


Spring Break Camps

youthaBrakaDooDlE DooDlErDevelop new skills and talents while designing original art using a variety of innovative materials and tools. Each lesson focuses on developing skills, vocabulary, and learning techniques. Works of master and contemporary artists specializing in paint, sculpture, cultural art and more are introduced. These fun lessons are cross curricular to school subjects including math, science, history and others and exceed Maryland and National standards for visual arts education. Aprons provided. $24 material fee due at first class.6-12 yrs / 6 wks / $75Catoctin Creek Nature Center13046 W 5:15-6:10 pm 5/4

CarToon Drawing Learning to draw can be fun, especially when we create silly characters, funny expressions and drawing sequences that tell a joke! This delightful

program combines Young Rembrandts innovative, step-by-step drawing method with light-hearted subject matter that engages children, their sense of humor, and their vivid imaginations. 6-12 yrs / 6 wks / $80Oakdale Rec Center12828 F 5:30-6:30 pm 4/29

ElEmEnTary SCHool Drawing Our elementary-age curriculum is designed to teach basic to advanced drawing skills,

art techniques and vocabulary. Learn the skills necessary to express creativity in a positive and nurturing environment. Youll see increased art abilities, learning skills, self-confidence and self-esteem.6-12 yrs / 6 wks/ $80Centerville Rec Center 12829 Sa 10:00-11:00 am 4/9

kiDzarTKidzArt is proven to build self confidence through artistic expression in a positive and fun environment.Engaging

curriculum amps up the fun and creativity keeping students eager to learn new skills and practice new techniques. We provide artistic quality media such as Prismacolor markers and watercolors, acrylics, professional chalks, and more. Every session is unique because our curriculum never repeats! Ask about our Multi-Sibling and Refer-A-Friend discounts available off the supply fee. $25 material fee due at first class. 5-11 yrs / 6 wks / $50Walkersville Rec Center13419 Th 4:30-5:30 pm 4/713420 Th 5:45-6:45 pm 4/7Deer Crossing Rec Center12831 Tu 4:30-5:30 pm 4/2612837 Tu 5:45-6:45 pm 4/26Centerville Rec Center12832 W 4:00-5:00 pm 4/2712834 W 5:15-6:15 pm 4/27Middletown Rec Center12833 Th 4:30-5:30 pm 4/2812836 Th 5:45-6:45 pm 4/28Tuscarora Rec Center12830 M 3:30-4:30 pm 5/25-11 yrs / 5 wks / $45Centerville Rec Center12846 Sa 1:15-2:15 pm 5/7

TEEnzarTTeenzArt helps develop creatively with a one-of-a-kind curriculum. Students experience exciting projects using many art media, styles and techniques. We provide top quality artistic media; such as, Prismacolor markers and watercolors, acrylics on canvas, professional chalks and more. Every session is customized and our curriculum never repeats. Ask about our Multi-Sibling & Refer-A-Friend discounts available on supply fees. Please bring a $35 materials fee to the first class. 11-17 yrs / 5 wks / $45Centerville Rec Center 13201 W 6:30-7:30 pm 4/2713202 Sa Noon-1:00 pm 5/7Middletown Rec Center13203 M 4:30-5:30 pm 5/9


youth

ChessCHESS CluB Compete against others your age and learn the strategic game of chess. Well have a blast! Kids should already understand the basic rules and knowledge of Chess.

6-9 yrs / 6 wks / $15Middletown Rec Center12850 F 4:30-5:30 pm 4/22

Discovery & ScienceaFTErSCHool lEgo aDvEnTurES Come join us for this great afterschool program. Children will have hands on fun, building and learning how LEGOs can be used. They will enjoy a wide variety of activities, lesson plans and free play to help them have fun and stay on task.

8-12 yrs / 3 wks / $42Deer Crossing Rec Center12852 F 3:45-5:45 pm 5/27

STiCky Slimy SCiEnCE Join us for a fun-filled afternoon with icky, sticky, messy goop. Be sure to wear old clothes so you can squish, squash, and mold some homemade slime. Experiment with making slime and goop.

5-7 yrs / 1 day / $12Oakdale Rec Center12853 W 5:00-6:00 pm 6/1

DancekinDErComBo By karEnKindercombo is a quality developmentally designed Ballet, Tap Dance, and Fitness program. The class is broken up into 20 minute sessions of Ballet and Tap dance, and 20 minutes of warm-up, gross motor skills, and fitness. Ballet and tap shoes are required for this class. No prior dance experience is necessary.

6-9 yrs / 6 wks / $58Centerville Rec Center 12855 M 6:30-7:30 pm 4/25Middletown Rec Center 12856 Sa 11:30-12:30 pm 4/30Walkersville Rec Center 12854 Tu 5:30-6:30 pm 4/26

MovementkinDErmoTionKindermotion is a developmentally designed education through motor skills, physical development, fitness, nutrition and imagery that prepares students minds and bodies for athletic and academic pursuits. It strengthens childrens communication and leadership abilities and focuses on the mind/body connection while building self-esteem and self-confidence. Our challenging obstacle courses make fitness fun! Dont let obesity be a problem your child ever has to face!

6-9 yrs / 6 wks / $53Browning Building (Pinecliff Park)12275 Th 4:30-5:15 pm 3/1012857 M 4:30-5:15 pm 4/25Middletown Rec Center12277 Sa 1:15-2:00 pm 3/1212859 Sa 1:15-2:00 pm 4/30

MannersmannErS Can BE Fun! Good manners and behaviors start at a young age and last a lifetime. This interactive class will teach children about being a good host and guest, telephone manners, greetings, gift giving/receiving, behavior in public places, showing respect and so much more. We will learn table manners and table settings too. Learn how to WOW your parents and teachers in this fun-filled class.

6-8 yrs / 4 wks / $60Deer Crossing Rec Center12862 Th 4:15-5:30 pm 4/14Green Valley Elementary12863 W 4:00-5:15 pm 5/4


youth Sports

BasketballinSTruCTional BaSkETBall lEaguE Designed for first-time players or those wishing to improve fundamental skills, this program includes basic skill development through drills and scrimmages. Practice for five weeks; then, play three weeks of mini-games against other locations listed (locations and game times TBA). Fee includes tee shirt.

6-7 yrs / 8 wks / $59Centerville Rec Center 12944 Sa 9:00-10:00 am 4/2 Middletown Rec Center12947 Sa 9:00-10:00 am 4/9Oakdale Rec Center13383 Sa 9:00-10:00 am 4/2Walkersville Rec Center 12951 Sa 9:00-10:00 am 4/9

7-9 yrs / 8 wks/ $59Centerville Rec Center 12945 Sa 10:15-11:15 am 4/2Middletown Rec Center12948 Sa 10:15-11:15 am 4/9Oakdale Rec Center13382 Sa 10:15-11:15 am 4/2Walkersville Rec Center 12952 Sa 10:15-11:15 am 4/9

8-10 yrs / 8 wks / $59Centerville Rec Center 12946 Sa 11:30 am-12:30 pm 4/2Middletown Rec Center12949 Sa 11:30 am-12:30 pm 4/9Oakdale Rec Center13384 Sa 11:30 am-12:30 pm 4/2Walkersville Rec Center 12954 Sa 11:30 am-12:30 pm 4/9

BaSkETBall SkillS Enjoy learning the fundamentals of this fun, lifelong sport. Our dedicated instructors will show you how to shoot for the stars in this program.

4-5 yrs / 5 wks / $29Centerville Rec Center 12955 M 4:30-5:15 pm 5/2Deer Crossing Rec Center 12957 F 4:30-5:15 pm 5/6Oakdale Rec Center 12960 M 4:30-5:15 pm 5/9Tuscarora Rec Center 12956 W 4:30-5:15 pm 5/4Walkersville Rec Center 12982 Th 4:30-5:15 pm 4/7

6-8 yrs / 5 wks / $29Thurmont Rec Center 12976 M 4:00-4:45 pm 5/2Centerville Rec Center 12965 M 5:30-6:15 pm 5/2Deer Crossing Rec Center 12958 F 5:30-6:15 pm 5/6Oakdale Rec Center12961 M 5:30-6:15 pm 5/9Tuscarora Rec Center 12972 W 5:30-6:15 pm 5/4Walkersville Rec Center 12983 Th 5:15-6:00 pm 4/7

9-12 yrs / 5 wks / $29Thurmont Rec Center 12977 M 4:00-4:45 pm 5/2Deer Crossing Rec Center 12959 F 6:30-7:15 pm 5/6Emmitsburg Community Center 12979 Th 6:00-6:45 pm 5/5Walkersville Rec Center 12984 Th 6:00-6:45 pm 4/7


youth Sports

BatonBaTon Twirling Learn fundamental twirling skills, marching, and basic dance techniques in this program. The last class will feature a performance. Parents or legal guardian must be present during all activities. Batons are available at a reduced cost from the instructor.

4-12 yrs / 6 wks / $45Deer Crossing Rec Center 12985 Tu 4:45-5:30 pm 5/10

Flag FootballFlag FooTBall SkillSDown! Set! Hike! Learn basic skills like throwing and catching while having fun in this program. Come prepared to play inside or outside. Sneakers required for indoor play.

5-6 yrs / 5 wks / $29Centerville Rec Center 12989 F 4:30-5:15 pm 5/6Oakdale Rec Center 12986 Th 4:30-5:15 pm 5/5Middletown Rec Center 12991 Tu 4:00-4:45 pm 4/26Walkersville Rec Center 12994 F 4:30-5:15 pm 4/29

7-9 yrs / 5 wks / $29Centerville Rec Center 12990 F 5:30-6:15 pm 5/6Middletown Rec Center 12992 Tu 5:00-5:45 pm 4/26Oakdale Rec Center12987 Th 5:00-5:45 pm 5/5Walkersville Rec Center 12995 F 5:15-6:00 pm 4/29

10-12 yrs / 5 wks / $29Oakdale Rec Center12988 Th 6:00-6:45 pm 5/5Middletown Rec Center 12993 Tu 6:00-6:45 pm 4/26Walkersville Rec Center 12996 F 6:00-6:45 pm 4/29

nFl youTH Flag FooTBall lEaguE-Spring 2011 In this flag football league your child will enjoy learning new skills and have a blast. This is a 5 vs. 5 league, with teams of up to 10 players. Jersey and flag belts will be provided. All games will be played at Utica District Park on Saturdays. Registration deadline is Monday, March 21st. Volunteer coaches needed. Volunteer coaches meeting will be held on Tuesday, March 29th at 6pm at Utica District Park. Games will be played on Saturdays, game times TBA. Practices will be made available during the week and will be held at coaches discretion. Teams must practice at least once at Utica District Park during the week. All participants must wear a mouthpiece. Team requests must be made at time of registration and will only be accepted at time of registration. Any requests submitted after the registration deadline will not be granted. Participants age is determined by how old they were on September 1, 2010. For more information go to our website www.recreater.com or call 301-600-2936.

5-14 yrs / 8 wks / $55 per participant / $35 per head coaches child

Utica District ParkSaturdays starting 4/9, game times vary between 9:00 am-6:00 pm (depending on team schedule).

Participants ($55)12416 Ages 5-6 4/912417 Ages 7-8 4/912418 Ages 9-11 4/912422 Ages 12-14 boys 4/9

Coaches Child ($35 - Must be head coach)12419 Ages 5-6 4/912420 Ages 7-8 4/912421 Ages 9-11 4/912424 Ages 12-14 boys 4/9


youth Sports

nFl youTH Flag FooTBall lEaguEIn this flag football league your child will enjoy learning new skills and have a blast. This is a 5 vs. 5 league, with teams of up to 10 players. Jersey and flag belts will be provided. All games will be played at Utica District Park on Saturdays. Registration deadline is Friday, August 12th. Volunteer coaches needed. Volunteer coaches meeting will be held on Wednesday, August 31st at 6pm at Utica District Park. Games will be played on Saturdays, game times TBA. Practices will be made available during the week and will be held at coaches discretion. Teams must practice at least once at Utica District Park during the week. All participants must wear a mouthpiece. Team requests must be made at time of registration and will only be accepted at time of registration. Any requests submitted after the registration deadline will not be granted. Participants age is determined by how old they will be on September 1, 2011. For more information go to our website www.recreater.com or call 301-600-2936.

5-14 years / 8 wks / $55 per participant / $35 per head coaches child

Utica District ParkSaturdays starting 9/10, game times vary between 9:00 am-6:00 pm (depending on team schedule)

Participants ($55)12997 Ages 5-6 9/1112998 Ages 7-8 9/1112999 Ages 9-11 9/1113003 Ages 12-14 boys 9/11

Coaches Child ($35 - Must be head coach)13000 Ages 5-6 9/1113001 Ages 7-8 9/1113002 Ages 9-11 9/1113005 Ages 12-14 boys 9/11

Flag-n-Tag miniFooTBall CliniC Learn basic skills and practice fundamentals including various aspects of the game of football. Skill specific drills will enhance your childs ability and confidence each week. Drills and instruction will cover passing, catching, blocking, kicking, etc. Non-contact instruction and all equipment provided for this outdoor program. Flags will be used for any game like drills or activities. Cleats or sneakers may be worn for all activities.

6-8 yrs / 5 wks / $32Libertytown Park 13007 W 5:00-6:00 pm 4/27Ballenger Creek Park 13009 Th 5:00-6:00 pm 4/28Emmitsburg Community Center 13011 Tu 5:00-6:00 pm 5/3

9-11 yrs / 5 wks / $32Libertytown Park 13008 W 6:15-7:15 pm 4/27Ballenger Creek Park 13010 Th 6:15-7:15pm 4/28 Emmitsburg Community Center 13012 Tu 6:15-7:15 pm 5/3

Floor Hockey

nHl STrEET SkillS anD DrillS In this program your little Gretzky will learn the fundamentals of this world

famous sport! Learn about the rules of hockey, basic skills and play fun small-sided games to help reinforce the skills learned. Itll have them wanting more!

5-7 yrs / 5 wks / $29Middletown Rec Center13013 F 4:00-4:45 pm 4/2213014 F 5:00-5:45 pm 4/22

8-10 yrs / 5 wks / $29Middletown Rec Center13015 F 6:00-6:45 pm 4/22


Fall 2011 lEaguE

youth Sports

GymnasticsgymnaSTiCSThis class will have participants tumblin, jumpin, and flippin for more. Our instructors teach skills on the floor, beam, and vault. Equipment may vary at each location. Parents may only observe during the 1st, 4th, and final class sessions.

4-14 yrs / 8 wks / $67Centerville Rec Center 13019 Tu 5:00-6:00 pm 4/5Deer Crossing Rec Center 13018 M 5:00-6:00 pm 4/4Middletown Rec Center 13020 W 5:00-6:00 pm 4/6Tuscarora Rec Center 13016 Th 5:00-6:00 pm 4/7Walkersville Rec Center 13017 W 5:00-6:00 pm 4/6

TumBling For CHEErlEaDingThis powerful and exciting program is for the beginner to advanced tumbler. Students will be taught cartwheels, round offs, back handsprings, back tucks, aerials, and more. Participants are grouped by skill level. Parents may only observe during the 1st, 4th, and final class.

4-17 yrs / 8 wks / $67Centerville Rec Center 13023 Tu 6:00-7:00 pm 4/5Deer Crossing Rec Center 13024 M 6:00-7:00 pm 4/4Middletown Rec Center13025 W 6:00-7:00 pm 4/6Tuscarora Rec Center 13026 Th 6:00-7:00 pm 4/7Walkersville Rec Center13027 W 6:00-7:00 pm 4/6

Multi-SportsSporTS BonanzaThis program introduces catching, throwing, kicking, and many other fun skills. Activities include basketball, soccer, tee-ball, and more. Come prepared to play inside or outside.

4-5 yrs / 5 wks / $29Oakdale Rec Center 13032 W 4:30-5:15 pm 4/27Middletown Rec Center13035 Th 4:00-4:45 pm 4/21Tuscarora Rec Center 13031 Tu 4:30-5:15 pm 5/3

6-8 yrs / 5 wks / $29Oakdale Rec Center 13033 W 5:30-6:15 pm 4/27Middletown Rec Center13036 Th 5:00-5:45 pm 4/21Tuscarora Rec Center 13030 Tu 5:30-6:15 pm 5/3

9-10 yrs / 5 wks / $29Middletown Rec Center13038 Th 6:00-6:45 pm 4/21

SoccerSoCCEr SkillS CliniCS First-time players or those wishing to improve fundamental skills can play small-side games in this clinic style program. Focus on skill development through drills, game rules and scrimmages. This program is not a league and play is outside but may be moved inside depending on weather.

5-12 yrs / 5 wks / $32Emmitsburg Community Center(5-6 years)13039 Sa 9:00-9:45 am 4/30(7-8 years)13040 Sa 9:00-9:45 am 4/30(9-10 years)13041 Sa 10:00-10:45 am 4/30(11-12 years)13042 Sa 10:00-10:45 am 4/30


youth Sports

SoCCEr SkillS This class teaches the important skills necessary to play this great game. Come prepared to play inside or outside. Sneakers required for indoor play. Rain or shine!

4-5 yrs / 5 wks / $29Centerville Rec Center 13058 W 4:30-5:15 pm 5/4Oakdale Rec Center 13056 Tu 4:30-5:15 pm 5/3Walkersville Rec Center 13044 M 4:30-5:15 pm 5/2

6-8 yrs / 5 wks / $29Centerville Rec Center 13053 W 5:30-6:15 pm 5/4Deer Crossing Rec Center 13050 W 4:30-5:15 pm 5/4Oakdale Rec Center 13051 Tu 5:30-6:15 pm 5/3Tuscarora Rec Center 13049 M 4:30-5:15 pm 5/2Walkersville Rec Center 13054 M 5:30-6:15 pm 5/2

9-11 yrs / 5 wks / $29Deer Crossing Rec Center13061 W 5:30-6:15 pm 5/4Tuscarora Rec Center 13062 M 5:30-6:15 pm 5/2

SoCCEr SkillS inSTruCTional gamE play After your child has completed Soccer Skills come and join our instructional game play follow up program. Game play will consist of 5 vs. 5 soccer where the instructor will manage each game so that the children can focus on skills and rules of the game.

4-5 yrs / 3 wks / $17Oakdale Rec Center 13063 Tu 4:30-5:15 pm 6/7Deer Crossing Rec Center13065 W 4:30-5:15 pm 6/8

6-8 yrs / 3 wks / $17Oakdale Rec Center 13064 Tu 5:30-6:15 pm 6/7Deer Crossing Rec Center13066 W 4:30-5:15 pm 6/8

uk EliTE SoCCErUK Petite Soccer is an introduction to the world of soccer for 5-6 year olds using a games-based approachproviding every child the opportunity to develop motor skills, social skills, coordination and general athletic ability in a stimulating, motivating, educational environment. Activities include fantasy role playing and are designed to maximize the number of touches a player has on the ball. Individual skills will be taught by UK Elite Soccers Professional British Coaching Staff!

5-6 yrs / 6 wks / $85Middletown Rec Center 13379 Tu 6:30-7:30 pm 4/12


youth Sports

TennisquiCkSTarT TEnniS QuickStart Tennis is an exciting new format for learning tennis, designed to bring kids into the game by utilizing specialized equipment and shorter court dimensions all tailored to age and size.

5-8 yrs / 5 wks / $29Middletown Rec Center13071 M 4:00-4:45 pm 4/1813068 M 5:00-5:45 pm 4/1813069 M 6:00-6:45 pm 4/18

6-8 yrs / 5 wks / $29Deer Crossing Rec Center13070 Th 4:30-5:15 pm 4/28

Tiny ToTS (agES 4-7)Our certified professional instructors will emphasize fun and developing eye-hand coordination and the foundation for the sport of a lifetime.

4-7 yrs / 3 wks / $62West Winds Tennis & Fitness Center13137 Su 10:00-11:00 am 4/3

4-7 yrs / 4 wks / $82West Winds Tennis & Fitness Center13138 Su 10:00-11:00 am 5/113134 Su 10:00-11:00 am 6/513135 Su 10:00-11:00 am 7/1013136 Su 10:00-11:00 am 8/7

young BEginnEr (agES 7-10)Our certified professional instructors will continue to develop eye-hand coordination and begin stressing better technique and understanding how the game is played.

7-10 yrs / 3 wks / $62West Winds Tennis & Fitness Center13139 Su 11:00 am-Noon 4/3

7-10 yrs / 4 wks / $82West Winds Tennis & Fitness Center13140 Su 11:00 am-Noon 5/113141 Su 11:00 am-Noon 6/513142 Su 11:00 am-Noon 7/1013143 Su 11:00 am-Noon 8/7

low inTErmEDiaTE (agES 10-14)Our certified professional instructors work on more advanced instruction and stressing form and strategy, our players learn the tools necessary to play on a junior league tennis team.

10-14 yrs / 3 wks / $62West Winds Tennis & Fitness Center13144 Su Noon-1:00 pm 4/3

10-14 yrs / 4 wks / $82West Winds Tennis & Fitness Center13145 Su Noon-1:00 pm 5/113146 Su Noon-1:00 pm 6/513147 Su Noon-1:00 pm 7/1013148 Su Noon-1:00 pm 8/7

group TEnniS ClaSSES For HomE SCHool STuDEnTSIn the group tennis class for your home schooled kids, our certified instructors will take the kids through all the basics of tennis instruction. They will develop hand-eye coordination, learn the correct techniques and have fun. We cover all the basic strokes in tennis, give them an understanding of how the game is played and work on footwork and strategy. Discounts for multiple siblings as follows: 2-3 additional @ 25%, 4-6 additional @ 35%.

4-17 yrs / 3 wks / $51West Winds Tennis & Fitness Center (No class 4/19)13149 Tu 1:00-2:00 pm 4/5

4-17 yrs / 4 wks / $68West Winds Tennis & Fitness Center13150 Tu 1:00-2:00 pm 5/313152 Tu 1:00-2:00 pm 6/713153 Tu 1:00-2:00 pm 7/513154 Tu 1:00-2:00 pm 8/2


youth Sports

Volleyballgo gET iT inTErmEDiaTE This program is for those with prior volleyball experience who want to continue learning the game of volleyball. This class builds on basic skills and introduces more advanced offensive and defensive techniques into actual game play. The class is designed for people who have already attended other volleyball camps/clinics, club ball, leagues or high school and want to continue learning the game. Come out to play hard and have fun playing volleyball!

12-16 yrs / 6 weeks / $55Deer Crossing Rec Center 13072 Th 5:30-7:00 pm 4/7

go gET iT aDvanCED This program is designed for those with high school or club volleyball experience. The class focuses on high level offensive and defensive strategies needed for high school and college volleyball.

12-16 yrs / 6 weeks / $55Deer Crossing Rec Center 13073 Th 5:30-7:00 pm 5/26

vollEyBall inSTruCTionThis program is designed to accommodate each participants level of skill and knowledge of the sport. This program will teach offense, defense, serving, blocking and other important volleyball techniques.

10-14 yrs / 6 wks / $39Tuscarora Rec Center13074 M 7:00-8:00 pm 4/25Walkersville Rec Center 13075 Th 7:00-8:00 pm 4/28

lEaDEr-in-Training program (l.i.T.)This is a voluntary training program where L.I.T.s will assist summer camp staff in the areas of general sports, games, arts and crafts, and other recreational activities. All youths must fill out an application and be interviewed to become an L.I.T. and commit for the entire time period (one-two weeks). All selected must attend an orientation. Community service hours may be earned through this program. Placement is limited. Applications are available online at www.recreater.com or the FCP&R Office at 118 North Market Street, 301-600-2936.

Positions are available at Nature Camp, History Camp, FC Ultimate Sport Camp, Wee Adventures, Art Extravaganza, Lego Camp, Dance Camp, Crafty Kids, Soccer Camp, Cooking Camp, and Camp Monocacy.

Application deadline is friday, aPril 8, 2011. Interviews held in late April/early May.

13-15 yrs / $35 fee payable at time of selectionVarious Camp Locations13368 Times/Dates vary

FCP&R reserves the right to terminate a Leader-in-Training from the program at any time.


nature

naTurE TalES inSiDE & ouT Kids, bring your parents and a blanket to sit on as we venture into the woods or inside the nature center for story time! Afterwards well enjoy games, activities, and make a craft related to that days featured story.

3-5 yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12524 W 10:00-11:00 am 4/2712525 W 10:00-11:00 am 5/2512526 W 10:00-11:00 am 6/15

wEE onE Fun Come join us for this popular series of programs for our youngest nature lovers! In this parent/child program, well explore the natural world through songs, stories, puppets, and the live animals at the Nature Center! Each session will feature a different theme. Sign up for one or all three!

2-3 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12527 W 10:00-10:45 am 4/2712528 W 11:15-Noon 4/2712530 W 10:00-10:45 am 5/1112531 W 11:15 am-Noon 5/11 12533 W 10:00-10:45 am 6/812534 W 11:15 am-Noon 6/8

THE liTTlE SEED Have your little gardener join the Park Naturalist to learn about how seeds grow with a story time. Then plant some seeds and watch them grow at home! Supplies provided.

3-5 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12537 Th 11:00-12:15 pm 4/28

TEEny Tiny HikE Spring has sprung and it is a busy world outside the nature center! Come and discover whats busting out. Take a mini-nature hike and make a teeny tiny craft.

3-5 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12539 Tu 11:00-12:15 pm 5/24

Preschool CrEEk CHuBS CluB These programs are designed for little nature lovers! Your child will learn about the natural world through stories, live animals, nature walks, hands on crafts, and games. Dress appropriately for outdoor activities.

2-3 yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12509 Tu 10:00-10:45 am 4/1912510 Th 10:00-10:45 am 4/2112511 Tu 10:00-10:45 am 5/1712512 Th 10:00-10:45 am 5/1912515 Tu 10:00-10:45 am 6/1412516 Th 10:00-10:45 am 6/16

nEw! Hang looSE wiTH Dr. SEuSSThrough the delightful creativity of Dr. Seuss, children will learn about the wonderful elements of our natural world.

3-5 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12518 Tu 10:00-11:15 am 4/1212520 Tu 10:00-11:15 am 5/1012519 Tu 10:00-11:15 am 6/14

Slimy or SCaly? Well become biologists and investigate the slithery and slimy or dry & scaly animals at Fountain Rock Nature Center. Come and learn about our amphibian and reptile friends. Let the animals at the nature center join you up close and personal with fun learning activities!

3-5 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12517 Tu 10:00-11:15 am 4/26

nEw! i y naTurEBring your little one to enjoy the park and learn about fun nature topics through stories, games, and crafts! April A Tree is Nice, May First the Egg, June Gooses Story.

3-5 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12521 Tu 10:00-11:15 am 4/5 12522 Tu 10:00-11:15 am 5/3 12523 Tu 10:00-11:15 am 6/7


nature

Born To BE a BuTTErFly This delightful program will be all hands-on with fun activities. Bring your imagination and a colorful bath towel to learn the life cycle of the butterfly!

3-5 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park 12541 W 11:00-12:15 pm 6/1

THE unHuggaBlES Theyre slippery, slimy, stinky and crawly. Learn about the fascinating lives of unhuggables like worms, spiders, skunks and snakes. Make a slithery snake craft.

4-6 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12543 Su 2:00-3:15 pm 6/5

BaBES in THE wooDS This program is created for infants! With baby in a backpack or pouch, the park naturalist will take parents on a leisurely walk in the park to help baby discover nature. They will use their sense of sight, smell, and touch. Older siblings are welcome, but need to be registered also.

0-3 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12544 Sa 10:00-10:45 am 7/23

Youth nEw! rEpTilE romp Turtles, snakes, and lizards oh my! Well learn about the many kinds that are found at Catoctin Creek and then well search the landscape for some.

6-12 yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12545 Su 2:00-3:30 pm 4/3

nEw! Spring SCavEngEr HunT Spring has returned! Join us as we head out into the park in search of signs of new life and warmer weather. Prizes will be awarded to all participants!

6-10 yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12546 Sa 11:00-12:30 pm 4/16

HomE SCHoolED Junior naTuraliSTS Calling all Junior Naturalists! Through hikes, experiments, and other hands-on activities each month you can learn all about some of your favorite nature topics with a naturalist. Dress for being outside.

7-12 yrs / 1 day / $4Catoctin Creek Park12547 Tu 1:00-2:30 pm 4/1912548 Tu 1:00-2:30 pm 5/1712550 Tu 1:00-2:30 pm 6/14

HomE SCHool DayS Looking for new ways to enhance your curriculum? Allow our experienced naturalists to enrich your childs studies through a multi-disciplinary approach using nature as a focus. April is Use Your Senses, May is What Do May Flowers Bring? and June is Wild Wonderful Wetlands.

5-12 yrs / 1 day / $4 Fountain Rock Park12553 W 1:00-2:30 pm 4/2012554 W 1:00-2:30 pm 5/1112551 W 1:00-2:30 pm 6/8


nature

nEw! CampFirE Cooking Have you ever wanted to learn how to make a campfire or breakfast in a bag? Then come out and let a park naturalist teach you different ways to cook over your campfire and enjoy bacon and eggs in a bag, cobbler in a Dutch oven, and veggies in foil! Parents are free and welcome with registered children.

6 -12 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12555 Sa 1:00 -2:30 pm 4/23

For gooDnESS SnakES! Hisss! Do snakes make noise? Do they have noses and ears? Learn all about these scaly creatures as we separate fact from fiction. The program concludes with a snake craft.

6-12 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12557 Sa 10:00-11:30 am 4/23Catoctin Creek Park12556 Sa 10:00-11:30 am 8/6

roCkin roCkS Join spelunker, John Powers and learn about the many rocks and minerals in the collections at Fountain Rock Park. New fossils have recently been donated and John is anxious to share them with you. This is definitely a hands-on program!

6-12 yrs / 1 day / $12 Fountain Rock Park12558 Sa 10:00-11:15 am 4/2312559 Su 10:00-11:15 am 8/14

kiDS wiTH CamEraS Seek out some of the most interesting creatures at Fountain Rock Park for great photo opportunities. Junior photographers will be able to photograph the nature center animals up close and personal. We will also take a walk through the park for some great scenic shots. All participants must bring a camera.


nEw! Egg-CiTing EggS Eggs are laid by all sorts of different creatures and come in all sorts of sizes and colors. Learn all about eggs and the animals that lay them! Finish this program with an egg-cellent egg inspired craft.

6-12 yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12561 Sa 11:00-12:30 pm 4/30Fountain Rock Park12562Sa 1:00-2:30 pm 5/14


VOLUNTEER WITH US!Want to learn more about our exciting opportunities

to volunteer at one of our nature centers?

CONTACT BRIAN CAMPBELL 301-600-2050

nature

wiggly wormS Explore composting with worms! Help the Nature Center create its own composting bin by combining table scraps, paper, water, and red wigglers! Come have some fun with this hands-on program and make a mini composter for your home!

6-12 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12565 Sa 1:00-2:00 pm 4/30

Fairy HouSE BuilDing Build a beautiful woodland fairy house using elements from nature, making a wonderfully inviting miniature house that any fairy would love to call home. Workshop is complete with a nature hike and storytelling! Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult (One fairy house only).


SliTHEring SnakES Learn all about these scaly creatures as we separate snake fact from fiction. Can they climb trees? Why do they stick their tongues out? Learn the answers to these questions and more as we talk about these cool reptiles and then take a hike to see if we see any slithering around outside!

6-12 yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12567 Su 1:00-2:30 pm 5/112568 Sa 1:00-2:30 pm 6/11

nEw! prEDaTor vS prEy Delve into the differences between predators and prey. By comparing skulls and skeletons well learn what characteristics are used to tell them apart. Afterwards well test our skills in the game of camouflage.

6-12 yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12569 Sa 11:00-12:30 pm 5/14Fountain Rock Park12570 Sa 1:00-2:30 pm 6/11

FoSSil DirT We have the dirt. You be the paleontologist! You will swish, dump, and sort buckets of mud, always on the lookout for fossils and lignite (100,000,000 year old mineral from trees that were present when dinosaurs roamed)! Wear old clothes and shoes that can get wet. Paleontologists get dirty!

6-16 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park 12571 Sa 10:00-11:30 am 5/2112572 Sa 10:00-11:30 am 8/20

naTurE Journaling in THE park Flowers are blooming, birds are singing, and insects are buzzing around the park. Well go for a walk around the wetlands and trails and learn how to record in words and art in a nature journal. Come and enjoy this fun program that combines nature and art.

6-12 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12573 Sa 10:00-11:30 pm 5/28Catoctin Creek Park12574 Sa 10:00-11:30 am 6/18

nEw! TiCklED By TaranTulaS Do tarantulas fascinate you? Are you afraid of spiders? Come to Fountain Rock and learn all about these fascinating creatures while meeting them up close and personal.



nature

nEw! mEaDow lanD Fields and meadows are always alive with wonderful plant and animal life interacting. Well see some meadow animals up close inside and then afterwards investigate the fields and meadows outside.


FEEDing TimE Whos a meat-eater? Plant-eater? Omnivore? No, were not talking dinosaurs, but snakes, turtles, roaches, tarantulas, and the critters in the quarry pond. Get a behind the scenes look at how the staff care for the animal residents of Fountain Rock Nature Center.


nEw! TouCHing CriTTErS Come on over to the park and introduce yourself to the animals that call the inside of the nature center their home. Discover fun facts about animals and how we give them food and shelter. Well touch snakes, hissing cockroaches, tarantulas, walking sticks and turtles.

6-12 yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12585 Sa 10:00-11:30 am 7/2Fountain Rock Park12586 Sa 10:00-11:30 am 8/13

nEw! ToaD aBoDES If you love toads, this is the program for you! First well talk about these hopping amphibians and then make a toad home that you can decorate and take home!

6-12 yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12587 Sa 11:00-Noon 7/9

nEw! wETlanDS SplaSH We have crayfishes, whirligig beetles, water striders and much more splashing around the creek. Using your eyesight, a field microscope, and provided waders and dip nets, you will discover the wildlife living in the creek and learn about the importance and diversity of Marylands wetlands. Wear socks and old sneakers.

6-9 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12576 Sa 10:00-Noon 6/11Catoctin Creek Park12577 Sa 10:00-Noon 7/16

nEw! ToTally TurTlES Turtles are amazing animals! Join us for an up close look as we meet several of the centers shelled critters.


nEw! STrEam SEarCH Cool off in the stream as we walk through in search of wildlife in and around the water. Be prepared to get wet in this tromp through water. Wear closed-toed shoes and clothes that can get wet.

9-13 yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12579 Sa 1:00-2:30 pm 6/2512580 Sa 1:00-2:30 pm 8/13

nEw! THE wEaTHEr Sky Why is the sky blue and clouds white or gray? What clues do different sky colors and cloud types give you about current weather conditions? Learn how to make a simple weather forecast by eyeing sky colors and clouds as you walk outside each day. A weekly weather chart will be crafted at the end of the program.

6-10 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12581 Sa 10:00-11:30 am 6/25Catoctin Creek Park12582 Sa 10:00-11:30 am 7/23


nature

SummEr SCavEngEr HunT Summer is here! If you look around, there are clues everywhere! Join us to see how many signs of summer we can find around the park. Prizes will be awarded to all participants!

6-10 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12588 Sa 10:00-11:30 am 7/9Catoctin Creek Park12589 Su 1:00-2:30 pm 7/10

BEaSTy Bug HunT Seek out some of the most interesting creatures on earth in the meadows and woods! Youll view them, hold them and learn how to identify them! Explore the fascinating world of insects in this fun, hands-on program.


nEw! DragonFly Day The warm summer weather provides the ideal conditions that dragonflies and damselflies like. Well search around the pond and meadows for these amazing aerodynamic insects and learn why they are so helpful to people. Wear shoes that can get wet or muddy.


nEw! SEnSory STroll Can you imagine smelling with your feetyuck! Well start inside and learn all about our senses and the senses of the many animals that live in the park. Then, well head outside to test our senses.


nEw! CaTErpillar quEST Caterpillars seem to be lurking around every corner in the summertime. Learn about their amazing role in nature. Well even head outside for a caterpillar hunt of our very own.


naTurE ExplorE CluB The Nature Explore Program has been designed to help children develop a deeper appreciation for the natural world while strengthening key observation, mathematics, and science skills. This program is a collaborative project of the Arbor Day Foundation and Dimensions Educational Research Foundation. This program will help encourage participants enthusiasm for going outdoors to explore. They will read or listen to one of our adventure nature stories, and experience an adventure activity from our trained naturalist. Each week a different activity and adventure awaits.

4-6 yrs / 6 wks / $40Catoctin Creek Park12563 Sa 1:00-2:00 pm 4/30-6/4

7-9 yrs / 6 wks / $40Catoctin Creek Park12564 Sa 3:30-4:30 pm 4/30-6/4


nature

young HErpETologiSTS Come and enjoy learning about the many species of amphibians and reptiles that call Fountain Rock Nature Center and Park their home. Help exercise several snakes outside in the grass. Careful, dont let them get away!


nEw! BEaT THE HEaT HikE We have lots of ways to stay cool in the heat up the summertime. Drinking plenty of water, taking a dip in the pool, wearing loose fitting clothing, and standing by the air conditioner! Well learn about different animal adaptations, take a short hike, and conclude with an icy cold treat.


graSSHopping graviTy Grasshoppers and crickets will be featured in this outdoor adventure. Well learn all about these amazing acrobatic insects as we search the fields and meadows in the park for them.

6-12 yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12596 Su 1:00-2:30 pm 8/14Fountain Rock Park12597 Tu 10:00-11:30 am 8/16

Huggin anD lovin TrEES This story time will explore the wonders of trees, and will be especially nice on a hot, summer day! Learn to appreciate trees through stories, games, and a scavenger hunt in the park under the tall cool trees.

3-8 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12598 W 10:00-11:15 am 8/17

FEaTHErS For lunCH Enjoy this wonderful story time about birds. Watch and identify birds at the nature center bird feeders and take a small hike to help monitor the bluebird boxes and see who is nesting!

4-7 yrs / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12599 Th 10:30-Noon 8/18 nEw! SpECTaCular SpiDErS Spooky! Scary! Creepy! These are just a few words that describe spiders. Overcome your fears and learn all about these amazing arachnids. Well see some up close and then afterwards well search the forest and field for some and conclude with a cool craft.


nEw! milkwEED pEak Explore the meadows looking and searching for this amazing plant and learn why its so important. Well also examine the different insects that rely on milkweed for their survival.



nature

Teen & AdultgrEEn TEEnS For HomESCHoolErS If your home schooled teen is feeling green, then this monthly foray is suited just for them. Every session well meet and spend time outdoors learning about natural history and completing conservation related projects. Teens should be properly dressed for being outside.

13-18 yrs / 1 day / $4Catoctin Creek Park12602 Th 1:00-2:30 pm 4/2112603 Th 1:00-2:30 pm 5/1912605 Th 1:00-2:30 pm 6/16

nEw! FlowEr powEr wilDFlowEr wanDEr Celebrate the beauty of spring by joining us for a wildflower walk. Well take a leisurely stroll and learn all about native plants and the insects that benefit them.

13+ yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12607 Su 3:30-5:00 pm 5/8

nEw! Spring inTro To lanDSCapE naTivES This class will survey some native plants that are particularly useful for home landscaping with an emphasis on spring interest. Well look at techniques for working with spring ephemerals, including companion planting schemes. Instructor Chris Pax is a landscape design professional with a graduate degree in sustainable landscape design and a keen interest in our native plants. She will share inspiring photos of area gardens as well as combinations found in nature.

18+ yrs / 1 day / $18Catoctin Creek Park12608 Tu 7:00-9:00 pm 5/17

Hooray For HummingBirDS Learn all about the flying jewels of the bird world, including what to feed them and how to attract them to your garden.


nEw! BrEakFaST wiTH THE BirDS Wake up early and learn the basics of bird watching. See how many birds you can identify on a leisurely walk through the park. Bagels and juice will be served at the end of the program. Please bring binoculars.

12+ yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12610 Sa 8:00-9:30 am 6/11

FamilynEw! pEEpEr prowl Peeps! Croaks! Snores! Youll be hearing these sounds and more this spring when the frogs start talking. Learn to identify some of our amphibians by their springtime songs. Join us for a short excursion to the wet meadow to listen and look for some peepers!

All ages / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12611 Sa 7:00-8:30 pm 4/16

nEw! BluEBirD BaSiCS What makes bluebirds so delightful? Come and learn about their nest building habits. Take a stroll around the park to monitor the bluebird boxes. Discover how to attract bluebirds to your own backyard.

6+ yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12612 Su 1:00-2:30 pm 4/17Fountain Rock Park12613 Su 1:00-2:30 pm 6/26

nEw! muD puDDlE magiC Theres no better time than spring to romp in the mud puddles and mud flats of the season. Well head to some of these low lying areas to search for prints and other signs of life. Be sure to wear boots and clothes that can get muddy.

7+ yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12614 Sa 11:00-12:30 pm 5/7


nature

Spring CampFirE Enjoy fun stories, games, and learning about the nocturnal animals of Fountain Rock Park. Of course, it wouldnt be a campfire without roasting marshmallows. Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Children under 3 are free.

All ages / 1 day / $4Fountain Rock Park12615 Sa 7:30-9:00 pm 5/712617 Sa 7:30-9:00 pm 6/4

makE a ConCrETE BirDBaTH Create a beautiful leaf-shaped bird bath using a few simple tools, concrete and real leaves as our forms. On 5/14, we will take a short hike to find our modeling leaf and cast it. On 5/15, we will release the leaf from the mold and paint it. This fun activity is suitable for all ages; children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Siblings are welcome to work together on one bird bath!

All ages / 2 day / $20Fountain Rock Park12618 Sa 10:00-11:30 am 5/14 AND Su 1:00-2:00 pm 5/15

Doggy DETECTivES Have you ever wondered how your dog would react to snakes and turtles? Let your 4-legged friend investigate snake skins turtle shells and more! Then go for a short walk around the park. All dogs must be on a leash. Proof of rabies vaccination must be available upon request.

All Ages / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12619 Sa 1:00-2:00 pm 5/14

nEw! wormS, BugS, & SlugS Well wander through the forest and talk about the importance of leaf litter. Well also look at some rotting logs for spiders, centipedes, millipedes and various fungi.

All ages / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12620 Su 2:00-3:30 pm 5/15

BuTTErFly FluTTErBy Butterflies are everywhere! Join us as we head out to the fields and meadows of the park in search of some of these flying beauties!

7+ yrs / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12621 Sa 11:00-12:30 pm 5/21

TrEE-mEnDouS TrEES All trees look the same, dont they? Of course not! Head out into the park and test your tree ID skills, and then make a cool tree-inspired craft.


SignS oF Spring nigHT HikE Enjoy a hike at dusk to look and listen for signs of spring. After the hike we will gather around the campfire to enjoy a treat.Children under 3 are free.

All ages / 1 day / $4Fountain Rock Park12623 Sa 6:30-8:00 pm 5/28

going BaTTy Join us as we search the night sky and learn all about the amazing world of bats. This will be a great evening to learn some fascinating facts about our backyard bugzappers.


nEw! SummEr SolSTiCE CampFirE Come celebrate the start of summer with a campfire! Well learn about the ancient practice of celebrating the summer solstice and listen for any animals stirring in the night, all while roasting marshmallows by the fire! Children under 3 are free.

All ages / 1 day / $4Catoctin Creek Park12625 F 8:00-9:30 pm 6/17


nature

romp in THE Swamp Come join us for a romping good time as we learn to identify different frog calls, and investigate Glade Creek for critters as they come out at night! Wear old sneakers and dress to get wet. Adults are invited. Parents are free if accompanying a registered child.

7 + yrs/ 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12628 Sa 7:30-9:00 pm 6/18

wilDliFE ExploraTion walk Discover whats going on in the woods and fields around Catoctin Creek. Well take a stroll along one of the parks trails exploring and enjoying being outdoors.

All ages / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12626 Su 3:00-4:30 pm 6/1912627 Su 4:00-5:30 pm 8/21

CampFirE FirEFly Fling Celebrate summer with a family campfire event. Play parachute games, catch fireflies, listen to night sounds, and gather around the fire to roast marshmallows! Bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Children under 3 are free.

All ages / 1 day / $4Fountain Rock Park12629 Sa 8:00-9:30 pm 6/2512630 Sa 8:00-9:30 pm 7/9

nEw! TwEET CyClE Learn how to tweet cycle by turning items you might throw into your recycle bin into useful bird feeders.

All Ages / 1 day / $12Fountain Rock Park12631 Sa 1:00-2:15 pm 6/25

nEw! FirEFly FirEworkS Summertime is firefly time! Well go for a short walk and learn how they light up the night sky. All critters will be released at the end of the evening. Please bring a flashlight.


nEw! BuTTErFly Bonanza It may be warm outside, but thats the way butterflies like it! Well go for this short walk through the fields and meadows of the park in search of the many different butterflies that are found here.

All ages / 1 day / $12Catoctin Creek Park12633 Su 2:00-3:30 pm 8/7

nEw! Full moon CampFirE Under the glow of the moon, many creatures of the night will be out and about! Well learn about the parks nocturnal residents, play fun games, and roast marshmallows too! Children under 3 are free.



History

aDmiSSionAdults $5; Youth and Seniors $4; Children under 2 are free

manor HourS April through October Monday-Saturday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm Sunday, 1:00-4:00 pm

November Saturday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm Sunday, 1:00-4:00 pm (Guided tours on weekdays by appointment)

park HourS April through October 8:00 am-8:00 pm

November through March 8:00 am-4:30 pm

FirST FriDay FunDiscover a new way to have fun at Rose Hill Manor with a story, craft and program centered around a different theme each month. Pre-registration recommended.

3 yrs+ / 1 day / $4April-July / 1st Friday / 9:30-10:30 am Rose Hill Manor Park12897 Puppy Pals 4/112898 Eat Healthy, Grow Strong 5/612899 Water Brigade 6/312900 Patriotic Party 7/1

Rose Hill Manor, the retirement home of Thomas Johnson, Marylands first elected Governor, serves as a hands-on history museum for children of all ages. The property features a manor house, icehouse, log cabin, blacksmith shop, carriage collection and two barns. Guided tours of the manor house are offered daily. Please allow 1-2 hours to visit the site. First tour begins at 10am. Last tour begins at 3pm. Tour groups of 10 or more are required to make reservations. Please visit our website for tour themes and additional information or call 301-600-1646 to schedule a group tour.


History

playTimE monDaySCome play with us! Children are encouraged to explore the museum and learn through hands-on creative play. Walk-in program.

Rose Hill Manor Park All ages / $3 / April-August / 2nd & 4th Mondays / 9:30 am -12:30 pm(All adults must be accompanied by a child)

ToDDlEr TimEToddlers explore the world around them in these interactive programs while learning about colors, shapes, and more. Programs encourage development of language, math and motor skills while incorporating group play. Pre-registration recommended.

2-3yrs /1day /$8 (Adult & Child pair)$4/each additional person April-August / 3rd Fridays / 9:30-10:30 am Rose Hill Manor Park12901 Rain & Umbrellas 4/1512902 Under the Sea 5/2012905 Down on the Farm 6/1712906 My Five Senses 7/1512907 Birthdays, Birthdays 8/19

wEDnESDayS: aFTEr SCHool FunThese programs provide a fun and creative after-school activity, while still providing instruction in historic topics and crafts. Each program includes a take-home craft.

5-10 yrs /1day /$10April-August / 3rd Wednesday / 4:00-5:00 pmRose Hill Manor Park12908 Quilted History 4/20Learn the history, symbols and importance of quilts in early America and quilt your own mug mat to take home.

12909 Lets go Fly a Kite 5/18Discover the history of kites and learn what Ben Franklin found while flying a kite. Make a kite of your own to take home.

12911 Quill it! 6/15Quilling is an art form that has been used for centuries to create unique works of art. Learn the art of quilling and create a unique fathers day gift.

12912 From Riches to Rags 7/20Learn about early recycling in American homes. Discover how beautiful gowns, vests and more became rugs and create your own small woven rag project to take home.

12913 Bee Happy 8/17Discover the joys and benefits of having honeybees in your backyard. Well learn about the role of bees and the products we enjoy each day thanks to bees.

HomE SCHool HiSTory DayS Looking for ways to enhance your curriculum? Allow our experienced staff to enrich your childs studies with a multi-disciplinary, hands-on approach to history. Parents are encouraged to attend and are required to register and pay $5. Pre-Registration is required.

5-12 yrs / 1 day / $5 April-June, and August / 2nd Tuesdays / 1:00-2:30 pmRose Hill Manor Park12914 Sew Fun 4/1212915 Colonial Gardening 5/1012916 Microscope Marvels 6/1412917 The Family Tree 8/9


History

wEE HiSTorianS: woolly wonDErSExplore the wonders of wool as we enjoy the story of Woolbur and make our own wooly wonders.

4-5 yrs / 1day / $10Rose Hill Manor Park12918 Sa 9:30-10:30 am 4/9

wEE HiSTorianS: How DoES my garDEn grow?Discover the wonders of the garden as we explore the Rose Hill vegetable, herb and flower beds. Learn about plants and create your own miniature garden to take home.


wEE HiSTorianS: TEDDy BEar TEaBring your favorite teddy bear for morning tea. Well learn about the history of this beloved toy, enjoy our own version of a colonial tea party, and make a fun craft to take home.


BEll & HiSTory Day Join other historic sites around the county to celebrate tourism and the opening of the new museum Season. Enjoy our new exhibits Visitor Voices highlighting the memories and favorite moments of our visitors and School House Days which provides a glimpse into the story of one room school houses that once dotted the landscape of Frederick County and check out the local school house bell on display.

All Ages / 1 day / Free / Walk-in programRose Hill Manor ParkSa 10:00 am-4:00 pm 4/2

BEHinD THE maSkDiscover what lies behind the mask as we explore how they been used throughout history and in all cultures, from disguise to protection, and from ceremony to fashion. Well make our own masks to take home.

8-14 yrs / 1 day / $15Rose Hill Manor Park12921 Sa 10:00 am-Noon 4/9

wHiCH Fork?Be prepared for Easter dinner at grandmas with our special manners and mores class where well learn about proper place settings and table manners. Discover why George Washington wrote a whole list of etiquette rules and make thank you notes to take home.

6-10 yrs / 1 day / $10Rose Hill Manor Park12922 Sa 10:00-11:00 am 4/16

Floral FanCiESEngage the beauty of the garden and learn the technique of using leaves and petals of real flowers to decorate paper and cloth items such as napkins and scarves. Create your own greeting card (Mothers Day is coming) and cloth item to take home.

8+ yrs / 1 day / $15Rose Hill Manor Park12923 Sa 10:00 am-Noon 5/7

making SCEnTSDiscover how to create your own cologne waters using items from your garden. Explore the Rose Hill gardens and learn basic tips for using herbs and flowers to create your own unique scents. Make your own herbal or floral infused water to take home.

14+ yrs / 1 day / $15Rose Hill Manor Park12924 Sa 10:00-11:30 am 5/21

Spring iS in THE airGet the family outside and enjoy the Rose Hill Manor Park. Enjoy an afternoon scavenger hunt, participate in outdoor games enjoyed by our Colonial ancestors and create a craft together. Pre-registration is required.

All Ages/ 1 day / $15 per family Rose Hill Manor Park12925 Su 2:00-3:30 pm 5/22


History

HomE SCEnTSLearn to create your own potpourris using your favorite flowers and scents. Well wander through the Rose Hill gardens and discuss basic techniques for crafting your own home-grown potpourri and learn about the use of herbals and florals in early American homes. Make your own scented sachet from our gardens to take home.

14+ yrs / 1 day / $15Rose Hill Manor Park12926 Sa 10:00-11:30 am 6/4

lEaTHEr arTExplore the history of leather and its various uses in early America. Learn the art of working with leather and create your own unique project to take home.


Journal iTHave you ever wondered how people recorded the sites and scenes of their travels during the 18th and 19th centuries? How scientists recorded the images of birds and other animals before the invention of the camera? They journaled it! Learn this early art form of pictorial record keeping using the Rose Hill Manor gardens and buildings. Well make our own watercolor sketches and notes in a journal you can take on your next travel adventure. Brushes, palettes, basic colors and notebooks will be supplied. Please bring your own pencils.

14+ yrs / 1 day / $20Rose Hill Manor Park12928 Sa 10:00 am-Noon 6/25

HowS your JoHn HanCoCk?In this class well learn to write with the same tools as John Hancock. Learn the art of calligraphy, make your own ink and use your new skills to write your own family history.


wooD-FirED

frederick county parks and recreation spring and summer 2011

Documents

rose hill manor parksaturday

rose hill egg rolljoin

manor tours

history camps

frederick county parks

approximate egg hunt

approximate egg roll

thurmont rec center11995