Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department
Fall Activity Guide
September - November 2014 www.middleburyparksandrec.org
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Wilderness Ways 101 –
Wednesday’s 3:30 – 5:30 p.m. 9/10 – 10/22 Ages 8-12 Registration opens online and in person on August 29th This seven-session after-school program is developed for kids 8-12 years old, focused on the Trail Around Middlebury’s (T.A.M.) natural communities by incorporating traditional woods knowledge and allowing for a deeper understanding of the natural world. Week 1: September 10 (Wednesday) Awareness. Participants embark on a journey of learning to read the natural landscape. Relying on and tuning into observation skills. We will learn to identify trees, observe undetected, and incorporate ourselves into the forest. Participants will learn to use a small survival tools in a controlled and safe manner. Week 2: September 17 (Wednesday) Fire. Participants will learn to make fire in a safe and effective fashion that eliminates environmental damage. We will use both modern and primitive methods of fire making and use our fire to make a tool. Week 3: September 24 (Wednesday) Wildcrafting. Participants will learn to sustainably harvest a variety of wild-edibles and prepare them for eating. Week 4: October 1 (Wednesday) Cooking. Using our new skills, participants will learn to prepare wild foods over a fire and create a delicious dish wholly out of their landscape.
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Week 5: October 8 (Wednesday) Tracking. Participants will learn to identify wild animal tracks. This will include beginning to grasp concepts in animal behavior. Students will also learn the art of concealment and stalking. Week 6: October 15 (Wednesday) Shelter. Using only what can be found in the forest students will construct a comfortable shelter that is warm, safe and livable. Week 7: October 22 (Wednesday) Family Day. Participants can bring their families to show off a traditional north woods camp, make a meal, share stories, etc. Cost: All seven weeks at $175, SAVE $35!! Or $30.00 per session
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General Information Mission Statement
The Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department (MPR) shall provide lands, facilities, and services for community members of all ages and all income levels. It shall provide programs for both sport and leisure. The department shall serve as instructor, facilitator, and partner in efforts to promote and improve quality of life for participants. MPR will work with an involved public and business community to provide a healthy and aesthetically pleasing environment with opportunities for cultural growth. The department should be flexible enough to meet the changing needs and tastes of the community, while finding creative ways to deliver recreation programs and facilities that are affordable to the residents of Middlebury.
Contact Us
Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Offices Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Closed Saturday and Sunday and Holidays Mailing and Physical Address: 94 Main Street Middlebury, VT 05753 Other Contact Info: Phone: (802) 388-8100 x205 or x216 Fax: (802) 388-4364 Website: www.townofmiddlebury.org FB@ Town of Middlebury Parks & Recreation
Middlebury Parks & Recreation Board Colby Benjamin – ACT Teen Center Rep. Sabrina Butterfield - ID-4 Rep. Greg Boglioli – Chair Tricia Allen – Ilsley Library Rep. Bill Ford - Member At-Large Jim McDaniel - Member At-Large Brian Carpenter - Selectboard Rep. Carl Robinson - MALT Rep Laura Asermily - Selectboard Rep.
Staff of Middlebury Parks and Recreation Department Terri Arnold, Director Dustin Hunt, Program Coordinator (802) 388-8100 x205 (802) 388-8100 x 216 TArnold@townofmiddlebury.org DHunt@townofmiddlebury.org Yvon Pouliot, Grounds & Facilities Supervisor (802) 771-7251 cell phone ADVERTISING The Addison Independent prints and distributes this publication four times per year. We welcome your advertisement for a business, program or event in our publication for a fee; please contact us for more specific information. INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY Programs may be cancelled in the event of severe weather or power outages. MPR encourages you to do the following if you have questions: Call: MPR Offices Voice Mail system, 388-8100 ext 216 Check: Facebook, Town of Middlebury Parks & Recreation Check: Town of Middlebury web page, www.townofmiddlebury.org
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You may still register for all programs in person at the Middlebury Parks and Recreation Office
• Advanced registration is required for all programs, classes or special events, unless otherwise stated under the program information. • All fees are due at the time of registration, we cannot ‘hold’ a space for anyone without full payment at time of registration. • There is a $25 service fee on all returned checks and/or declined debit and credit cards.
REFUND POLICY
• Full refunds will be given for all classes by MPR. • If you need to cancel your registration before the second session of the program, we will refund you a pro-rated registration fee, minus 10% processing fee, or issue a credit, good for one calendar year, for the full class fee. After the second session is attended, eligibility for a refund is void. • Please be aware that refund requests may take up to 30 days to process. • Refunds will not be issued from a credit. • Refunds will not be issued for programs costing $10 or less, unless the program is cancelled by MPR. • One-day programs, trips, or special events are not covered under this policy (i.e. no refunds or credit available) • Contracted programs by community instructors have their own guidelines, call for more detailed information. • Every effort is made to ensure that the information in this guide is accurate. We reserve the right to add, withdraw, or revise programs or events as needed. For more updated information, please visit our web site often.
ACCESSIBILITY
Individuals with or without disabilities may register for all programs offered by MPR provided program safety can be met. The Department provides reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. Contact MPR offices in advance of the program start date to discuss accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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Midd Kid Dance 2014-2015 Fall/Winter schedule This year we will run 2 sessions. Session 1 will run from September through December. Session 2 will run from January through May. The recital will be at the end of the second session. Session 1: Begins September 8 and goes through December 18. Cost for session $150. Scholarships and payment plans are available. Please call Dustin Hunt 388-8100 ext 216 for more information.
Ballet: Advanced Ballet (ages 12-18) Monday 5:30-6:15 Intermediate Ballet (ages 9-12) Wednesday 5:00-5:45 Beginner Ballet (ages 5-9) Wednesday 4:15-5:00 Pre-Beginner Ballet (ages 3-4) Tuesday 4:15-5:00 Hip Hop: Advanced Hip Hop (ages 12-Adult) Thursday 5:156:00 Intermediate Hip Hop (ages 9-12) Wednesday 5:45-6:30 Beginner Hip Hop (ages 5-9) Thursday 4:30-5:15 BOYS ONLY Hip Hop (ages 10 and up) Thursday 3:45-4:30 Lyrical: Advanced Lyrical (ages 12-Adult) Thursday 6:00-6:45 Intermediate Lyrical (ages 9-12) Tuesday 5:00-5:45 Tap: Advanced Tap (ages 12-Adult) Monday 6:15-7:00 Intermediate Tap (ages 9-12) Tuesday 5:45-6:30 Beginner Tap (ages 5-9) Monday 4:45-5:30
Fall Gymnastics
Instructor: Terri Phelps 802-236-1315 terriphelps@ymail.com *Important: Please Read* Registration will begin on Wednesday Sept 3rd at 10:00am Students will work to improve strength, flexibility, and coordination, as well as skill development in a safe and fun environment. Instruction will be included on uneven bars, beam, floor exercise, springboard, parallel bars, and vault. September 8th - November 1st (8 sessions) Preschool (ages 3 – 4) A. Saturday 10:00 - 11:00 B. Saturday 11:00 - 12:00 Beginners (ages 5+) C. Saturday 12:00 - 1:00 D. Tuesday 3:15 - 4:15 Advanced Beginner E. Saturday 1:00 - 2:00 F. Monday 3:15 - 4:15 Intermediate G. Saturday 2:00 - 3:00 H. Tuesday 4:15 - 5:15 Advanced I. Saturday 3:00 - 4:00 O. Monday 4:15 - 5:15
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A strong, healthy community is an active community!
United Way of Addison County proudly supports local recreational programs and youth organizations, working to help build a healthy, productive, thriving community: Addison Central Teens Addison County Parent/Child Center Addison County Readers Boys & Girls Club of Vergennes Bristol Family Center The HUB Teen Center & Skatepark Lund Family Center Mary Johnson Children’s Center MiddSummer Lunch & Recreation Otter Creek Child Center Starksboro Cooperative Preschool
United Way of Addison County PO Box 555, 48 Court Street Middlebury, VT 05753 PH: 802 388-7189
To support UWAC and these organizations GIVE at www.UnitedWayAddisonCounty.org
Middlebury Tigers Field Hockey Clinic
Who: Children in grades 3-6 Location: MUHS Jette Field When: Wednesday September 10th and Mondays September 15th-October 13th (6 sessions) 3:15-4:30pm Instructors: Brooke Jette and the Middlebury Union High School Varsity Field Hockey team Cost: $40.00 Residents $45.00 Non Residents Register: Online or at Parks and Recreation office starting August 30th Description: Players will work with the varsity players to develop the skills necessary to play the game of field hockey. Athletes will have the opportunity to get specialized stick work training while also participating in fun scrimmages. Equipment will be provided.
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Arts and Crafts Classes
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Instructor: Joanne Cousineau of JoCou Studio When: Mondays and Thursdays starting September 15th and ending October 23rd Adults(18+): 1-3pm Kids(6+): 3:30-5:30pm Location: Russ Sholes Senior Center, Located at 94 Main St Cost: $75, includes all cost of supplies. Everything you make is yours to keep! What: We are pleased to be offering an Arts and Crafts class this fall that will tailor to both kids and adults alike! Let your imagination run wild as you create beautiful pieces of art, including Ming trees and pendants, fused glass, shell art, kaleidoscopes and so much more! If you can imagine it, we can help you create it. This 6 week course will fill up fast so please register early! For more information: Email dhunt@townofmiddlebury.org or call 388-8100 ext 216
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All classes held at the Municipal Gym 94 Main St. 3 Instructors 7 classes a week Zumba and Zumba Toning Zumba is a fun way to get a great work out. We’re so sure you’ll love it.... come try your first class FREE. Punchcards available - $6.50 per class. FALL Kick-Off Event on Friday September 5th Have some fun, bring a friend and DANCE YOURSELF HAPPY For class schedule and more info CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE = lizcleveland@zumba.com email liz_cleveland_vt@hotmail.com or call Liz at 802-989-5977
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Program Registration Form • Please fill out every field of this form. • Parent must sign bottom of form if participant is under 18 years of age. • You can put multiple children on each form.
Middlebury Parks & Recreation 94 Main St., Middlebury, VT 05753 www.middleburyparksandrec.org 388-4041/8103
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RELEASE: I understand that there are risks of physical injury inherent in participating in sports and recreational activities. I understand that the Town of Middlebury does not carry health or accident insurance for participants of its programs, and strongly advises paticipants to carry adequate coverage for themselves and their family. I am aware of the particular risks involved in the above programs and have considered these risks before registering myself or my child. I hereby release the Town of Middlebury, its employees, and agents from any liability of personal injury, or the loss or damage to personal property which I or my child may experience in connection with activities sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department. I hereby consent to any medical procedures deemed advisable for my child in the event I cannot be reached and my child has sustained an injury. I hereby consent to the use of my or my child’s photo, video, etc. by the department for flyers, presentations, etc. NOTE: All programs are on a first-come, first-served basis. Space may be limited in some programs!
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Community. Hands off!
Hard driver
Wild parsnip, which can cause itching and blisters, has returned to Vermont. See Page 16A.
In the garden Read some tips for caring for your plants in hot weather in our garden column. See Page 4B.
An East Middlebury teen has ambitions both on and off the racetrack. See Sports, Page 1B.
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federal agencies do surveys later in the summer. “We’ve had a good early season, but that doesn’t give us a huge indication of how the population will handle the hot months,” he said. Chet McKenzie, a fisheries biologist for the Vermont Department of Fish and Wildlife, said annual fish population surveys begin in August, so the state won’t have any official numbers on fish populations until then. But it’s clear, he said, that larger brook trout, an indicator species (one that offers a picture of a habi(See Fisheries, Page 18A)
good role models and structure. That’s definitely what I used it for in high school, it was just a safe place.” Cunningham, 19, started attending the club as an eighth-grader. Now enrolled at Community College of Vermont, she still drops by to hang out and lend a hand. Goff, 15, explained that the club provides a positive environment for
local kids who need guidance. “It helps keep some kids on track,” he said. “They can come here and be in a nice climate and have bigger kids influencing them well.” Three local teen centers –– the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Vergennes, Middlebury’s Addison Central Teens (ACT) and The Bristol (See Teen centers, Page 17A)
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By KAITLYN KIRKALDY SUDBURY –– Fourteen kids and two teachers guided their canoes away from the shores of Lake Hortonia and paddled over to a small bay full of lily pads and milfoil, looking around at the different plants and wildlife and taking samples from the water. The group went out to the lake Addison this past Thursday as part of the County five-day East Creek Project, a canoe day camp for students from Orwell Village School that is sponsored by By ANDREA SUOZZO the Vermont Community FoundaBURLINGTON — Participants at a tion’s South Lake Champlain Fund. re conference on sustainable agriculture For mo Barb Young, a teacher at the were rning. All six of the Addison Northeast in Burlington last Thursday NICO BRA mo y l school, leads the project and has sda the need for change. dne at Mid doneYTO Campbel Supervisory Union school boards adamant about past six years. She dlebury’so forN,theLEF o/Trent ade We University of Vermont Interim T, ratified the new four-year teachWorden explained ent phot s Tow July par the benefits parr a ies an pend the scene Indeset Hallof having grew out asnthis er’s contracts last month. Theof new President John Bramley atta taught —program Fourth tol’s the hand-to such of theone.Theater earl ck by Theo contracts represent first collec- for the “Necessary [r]evolution ier this noti in Bris Wells “It’s-han an opportunity for the onkids d ches bargaining agreement boards for Sustainable Food Systems” combat month. The Spackman e com that to learn about stag the environment, ps mar tive batto in and teachers have agreed to in two conference. m Cor have fun in the environment andtechniqu on the stag class — title a recreati “Our rural communities are and Dru on of the e is sup es and years. 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By JOHN FLOWERS MIDDLEBURY — Two Addison County residents will help draft a new Vermont search-and-rescue policy in the aftermath of the Levi Duclos tragedy. Participating on the new search and rescue committeeVo created by the l. 24 Legislature that will help craft thatNo. 28 policy will be Rep. Willem Jewett, D-Ripton, and David Shaw, assistant chief of the Middlebury Volunteer Fire Department. Duclos, a 19-year-old New Haven resident, died of hypothermia during a Jan. 9 hike along the Emily Proctor Trail in Ripton. Vermont State Police By JOH drew widespread criticism for its N FLO WE response time NEW following the Duclos HAV lack of RS family’s 911 and for its EN ty call — Add Fair and ison Cou coordination with local rescue teams Fiel clos d Days ne on to participate that had been available run that Aug. 11 follo drew to a in the search. win ialsdrafted spite of offic State lawmakers quickly called g another e rain a bill calling for som a new plan for a success site duri in that ngwho responding to hikers are missing drenched port ions of or in distress. That legislation, three day the s of recently signed into law by Gov. Peter Shumlin as Act 155, calls for creation of a 13-member “Search and Rescue Strategic Plan Development Committee.” That committee, to convene for the first time on July 11, is charged with 12 tasks, including: • Reviewing the existing structure for search and rescue operations in Vermont and what might be its advantages and shortcomings. • Considering models used in (See Shaw, Page 18A)
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REGISTRATION and EQUIPMENT ISSUEMiddlebury Municipal Gym Tuesday September 2nd 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. 8th grade: 6:00 p.m. • 7th grade: 6:30 p.m. Wednesday September 3rd 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. 4th grade: 6:00 p.m. • 5th grade: 6:30 p.m. 6th grade: 7:00 p.m. ***Please bring two (2) separate checks or cash with you to registration*** 1) REGISTRATION FEE: Write a check to Friends of Middlebury Flag Football Grades 5th - 8th - $40.00 • Grade 4 - $20.00 2) EQUIPMENT DEPOSIT: Original check will be returned/voided when all equipment is returned All players- $125.00 Write a separate check to Friends of Middlebury Flag Football SKILLS CLINIC / TEAM ASSIGNMENT: Saturday September 6th 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. Flag Football Clinic hosted by Middlebury College Football team at Middlebury College Alumni Stadium. BRING YOUR FLAGS A WATER BOTTLE IS A GOOD IDEA CLEATS ARE OPTIONAL LEAVE THE REST OF YOUR GEAR AT HOME 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Coaches meet to select teams. Sunday September 7th: Coaches contact each player regarding: team assignment, practice details and their contact information. PRACTICES / GAMES: Practice times are determined by each coach. 5th – 8th grade teams have 2 practices each week Games are on Saturday- games are played at the MUHS practice fields 7th& 8th grade games: 9:00 a.m. 5th& 6th grade games: 10:30 a.m. 4th graders do not have Saturday games (they have 2 learning sessions each week)
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Middlebury Amateur Hockey Association Season Information Session and Registration for Programs: Saturday, September 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. or Wednesday, September 24 from 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Memorial Sports Center (Skip Brush Arena) 296 Buttolph Drive, Middlebury • I already registered my skater for the season, do I need to come? Yes. Information about MAHA programs for the upcoming season will be available. Payment of fees is also due at these sessions. • I still want to register my skater for a MAHA program -- can I do that during these sessions? Yes. For more information about our programs and fees, please visit www.middleburyhockey.org. • Do I need to register my player with USA Hockey? Yes! To sign up for a MAHA program, all participants (except Learn to Skate players) must register as members of USA Hockey prior to registration. To do this, please visit www.usahockeyregistration.com and register your son or daughter as a “Player.” A $44 fee will be charged (however, no charge for those born in 2008 or later). Please print and bring
the confirmation sheet with you to registration or email the page to registrar@middleburyhockey.org. • In need of equipment? Equipment rental will take place at these sessions, so please bring your child with you for a fitting. • Interested in a scholarship? Scholarships are available for all programs on a first come-first served basis. Learn to Skate: An Initiation to Hockey Program Introduce skating and hockey skills (with emphasis on skating) to children ages 4-7 in two 6-week hourly sessions, meeting Sunday afternoons (Session #1: early Nov. to mid Dec. and/or Session #2: early Jan. to mid Feb.) A fun, first experience on the ice. Fee: $80 per session. All necessary equipment, other than skates, is available to rent for $25. Again, the USA Hockey registration is not necessary for this program. For more information about Learn to Skate and a complete listing of our other programs, please visit www.middleburyhockey.org. All fees and registration materials are posted.
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Aikido – The Art of Peace
Aikido is a martial art and ethical training that emphasizes resolving conflict without violence. The self defense techniques practiced in Aikido teach us, in an experiential and physical way, the power of harmony which can transcend and eradicate violence. Aikido practice develops agility, awareness, and strength; deepens concentration, and encourages relaxation. Aikido practice challenges each practitioner to realize his or her potential as a “powerful, compassionate, creative, self-aware human being.” Fall Introduction to Aikido Series – Sept. 23 to Oct. 16. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 to 6:45. Adults and youth (13 yrs. & up). $50 for 4 week series. After completing the beginners series, students may join ongoing classes, with the remainder of October free for those who continue on. On-going Adult/Youth Classes Mondays 5:30-6:30 & 7:00-8:30, Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30 to 6:45 Classes are open to anyone
13 or older who has completed the introductory series. Dues are $35/month for unlimited classes. On-going Childrens Classes meet Thursdays 4:00 to 5:00 and Saturdays 9:00am to 10:00am. Open to ages 7 through 12. New students may join at any time. Dues are $50/month for unlimited classes, or $10 per class. Sibling discount available. All Classes held in Blue Heron dojo, lower level Town Office Building. Observers welcome anytime. Head instructor, Jonathan Miller Lane, 3rd Dan For more information visit www.blueheronaikido.com or our Facebook page. Email hdweir@gmavt.net or BlueHeronKidsClass@gmail.com.
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Children’s Programming Babies and Books 10:30am – 11:15am Rhymes, songs and books perfect for babies! Session I (Tuesdays): September 30th – December 9th Session II (Wednesdays): January 7th – May 13th Preschool Storytime Thursdays 10:30am – 11:15am Books, songs and crafts for the preschool set! Session I: September 25th – December 11th Session II: January 8th – May 14th Youth Media Lab Tuesdays 3:30pm – 4:30pm Drop-in media exploration taught in collaboration with MCTV. 4th – 6th grade Session I: September 9th – December 16th Session II: January 6th – May 19th DCF Book Discussion Group – Check with the library in September for more details! Afterschool Movie Wednesday, September 10th 3:30 – 5:30pm Come enjoy a movie with your friends! Call or check in September for the movie title. Popcorn provided! So Long Summer! All Ages Saturday, September 20th 10:30am Join us to say farewell to Summer. We’ll read some stories then use up our bubbles and chalk and slurp down some popsicles before Fall officially begins! Adult Programming Check in with the library for more information on our popular First Wednesdays program!
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Addison Central Teens A.C.T. Offers:
ACT provides a Teen Center and after-school alternatives that are welcoming, safe and fun for all teenagers in the community. • Pool Table • A Wii System • Ping Pong Table • Computers • Foosball • Free internet access • Bike Rides • Free Food and refreshments
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Teen Dances Clothing Swap & Shops Spoken Word Seminars
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Community Suppers Youth Advisory Council Clay & Beading Workshops
Hours of Operation Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 3:00 - 6:00 pm Wednesday & Friday 3:00 - 7:00 pm
Check ACT’s website or Facebook page for school break hours and events! www.addisonteens.com Keynoting at the American Psychological Association in 1968, Martin Luther King Jr called for “Creative Maladjustment” to address the oppressive forces of the time. Using Hip Hop to discuss the global social and economic crises, “The Creative Maladjustment Showcase” integrates psychological and sociological theory into musical pieces to create a showcase that pushes the boundary of both art and science. Join Hip Hop performance artists, educators and scholars Debangshu Roychoudhury & Lauren Gardner (featured on CNN, Huffington Post), Kevin Hritz (featured on TEDxYouth Houston) and Middlebury College’s own Debanjan Roychoudhury for a FREE interactive lecture and performance on Hip Hop Discourse and its impact on human development from a global perspective. The showcase will have a suggested donation at the door in order to fundraise for Addison Central Teens (ACT) where Debanjan uses rap/ poetry to mentor local youth.
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Frost Mountain Nordic Ski Club
Bill Koch League (BKL) Program (Grades K – 8) The BKL program is all about having fun and developing a lifelong love for Nordic skiing. Frost Mountain offers a 1 day/week program which caters to beginners (grades K-8) looking to get out on the trails. We also offer 2- and 3-day programs for skiers who want to challenge themselves further on technique, skills, and endurance. Participants in any of the programs also have the option to try out competition in a number of lowkey, local youth races. In partnership with Rikert Nordic Center, program fees include rental equipment for practices and home events. For traveling racers, we recommend leasing or purchasing waxable combi or separate skate/classic skis. Practices are held at Rikert Nordic Center on the Bread Loaf Campus of Middlebury College, Ripton, VT. One Day a Week (K thru 8th grade) Sat 10:00-11:30am, Jan 3rd thru March 7th. Program Fee: $60. Two Days a Week (3rd thru 8th grade) Wed 3:30-4:30pm & Sat 10:00-11:30am, Jan 3rd thru Mar 7th. Program Fee: $75. Three Days a Week: Wildcats (intermediate to competitive skiers, 5th thru 8th grade) Includes Thanksgiving Camp, Nov 28th-30th Wed 3:30-4:30pm & Sat 10:00-11:30am, Nov 26th thru Mar 14th. Fri 3:30-4:30, beginning Jan 2nd. Program Fee: $250 (includes race support and waxing at 5-6 races) Scholarships are available. Register online at www.frostmountainnordic.org/registration starting October 15th. Questions? Contact Keith Wilkerson at m.keith.wilkerson@gmail.com
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Dog Obedience Classes Puppy Kindergarten: Open to puppies 10-18 weeks of age the start date of the class. Puppyhood is a developmental deadline critical to your puppy’s socialization and prevention of behavior problems. If you want your puppy to end up as a well-trained dog who is friendly to other dogs and people this is the place to start. It is an introduction to cues & manners that will create a foundation of learning and will strengthen the communication and relationship between you and your new puppy. You will be provided ample reading material as well to help you through puppyhood. When: - Sunday October 12th-November 16th 11am-12pm Adult Basic Training: This class is open to dogs age five months or older. Class aims to provide all the building blocks a dog of any age needs for a foundation of obedience. This class will show you how to gain your dog’s respect through controlling access to all things dogs love, while rewarding good behavior, and teaches basic obedience cues. When- Sunday October 12th-November 16th 12:15-1:15pm For more information please contact Sandy Chicoine of Best Friend Dog Training Email- bestfrienddogtrainingofvt@gmail.com Phone- (802) 989-0463
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Fall Soccer 2014
Playing Times: New this Year- Preschool and Kindergarten Soccer! Mondays 3:30-4:30pm Division 1- Grades 1 and 2 (Coed) Wednesday and Friday 3:30-4:45 Division 2- Grades 3 and 4 (Gender Specific) - Tuesday and Thursday 3:30-5:00 Division 3- Grades 5 and 6 (Gender Specific) – Boys: Monday and Friday 3:30-5 Girls: Monday and Thursday 5-6:30 (Note: 5/6 grade girls play later in the evening so that any girls interested in participating in the field hockey program on Monday afternoons may do so) • All practices will be held at the Middlebury Recreation Park • Program will begin the week of September 8th. Players should show up at their designated playing time on the first day and they will be divided into specific teams from there. • Registrations will begin online and in person on Thursday, May 1st • We ask that all players be registered on or before Friday September 5th. Fee: $60 for Residents of Middlebury, $75 for NonResidents (Scholarships available) *Each player will receive a ball and jersey to keep* “Every skate park in America started with a person who recognized the need and decided to do something about it…” Join Middlebury Parks & Rec. and the Mason Brotherhood of Middlebury in coming together to dialogue about building a skate park in Middlebury. When: Thursday, September 18th Location: Rec. Park Entrance, across from the convenience store and next to the raised vegetable gardens. Time: 5:30-7:30 pm Come and give your input on what Middlebury should design for a skate park, talk to other skate boarders, talk to people in the community, share your enthusiasm, ask questions.
Drop-In Programs
Tot Time- Wednesdays and Thursdays 10-12pm $2 per Drop in Adult Co-ed 30+ BasketballWednesdays 6:45-8:30 at Municipal Gym For more information please contact Bryan Jones @ 989-8399 Adult Co-ed Volleyball- Mondays 6:45-9pm at Municipal Gym For more information please contact Tom Randall @ 343-2652 Drop-in Dodgeball- Fridays starting October 24th 3:30-5pm. We will walk your child down from Mary Hogan! Only $2 per drop-in! All are welcome including parents and adults!
Beginner Archery Classes Ages 7-12
Instructor: Melinda Laben This is a basic level beginner archery class, providing students with knowledge and understanding of equipment, safety, form, shooting and marksmanship. Students will learn how to safely and correctly handle the equipment while enjoying the opportunity to test their newly acquired skills on different targets at a range of distances. There will be 2 separate sessions, one in September and one in October. We will supply the targets and bows and arrows. If your child has their own they can bring that as well. A pack list will be provided upon successful registration. Session 1- Thursdays September 4th- September 25th 3:30-4:30pm (4 Weeks) Session 2- Thursdays October 2nd-October 23rd 3:304:30pm (4 weeks) Cost- $80.00 for each 4 week session LocationMiddlebury Recreation Fields Minimum enrollment for each class- 6 Maximum enrollment for each class- 12 Register: Online or in person starting Friday, August 29th at 8:30am For more information: contact the Parks and Recreation office 388-8100 ext 216 or email the instructor: sendmelindamessages@gmail.com
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CALLING ALL CYCLISTS! Walk & Roll to School Days, first Wednesday of each month Hosted by Middlebury Safe Routes to School. Learn rules of road. Navigate safely in different weather and seasonal conditions. Be visible. Use crosswalks. Have fun. For more, visit http://www. saferoutestoschoolvt.org/ International Walk & Bike to School Day, Oct. 8 Join children all over the world to celebrate the benefits of walking and biking to school. Kids Bike Skill Training, Oct. 6-10 Hosted by Middlebury Safe Routes to School at Mary Hogan School during and after school. Training bikes of all sizes from Local Motion will be on hand. Lessons will be tailored to age and skill level. Beginning riders will focus on starts, stops, and balance. Intermediate riders will learn how to negotiate turns and navigate intersections and rotaries. To help, contact lasermily@yahoo.com or sign up at Mary Hogan School in opening days. Middbikeped Interested in hearing about or helping efforts to
make Middlebury bike and pedestrian friendly? Join the middbikeped email list by contacting Adam Franco at afranco@middlebury.edu. Middlebury Safe Routes to School Middlebury has been recognized as a gold level partner in Safe Routes to School VT, which encourages walking and biking to school regularly and safely. Students who walk and bike to school tend to arrive ready to learn and be healthier overall. Fewer children being driven to school reduces car congestion and improves air quality. We monitor traffic patterns and student travel behavior, plan activities to teach bike skills and rules of the road, and recommend improvements to roads, parking lots, drop offs, sidewalks, crosswalks, traffic lights, signage, bus routes, bike routes, bike racks, and more as defined in the Middlebury School Transportation Plan at www. maryhoganschool.org. We meet the first Wednesday of the month at Mary Hogan School. For more information or to help, contact Middlebury Safe Routes to School Coordinator Laura Asermily at lasermily@yahoo.com or 388-9478.
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