2013 Spring & Summer Activities Guide by City of Stoughton

2013

SPRING/SUMMER Guide

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Table of Contents

Active Stoughton for Life (AS4L) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Physical Literacy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Seven Stages of LTAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stage 1 – Active Start (Males & Females 0-6) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stage 2 – FUNdamentals (Males 6-9 & Females 6-8) . . . . . . . . . . . . Stage 3 – Learning to Train (Males 9-12 & Females 8-11) . . . . . . . . Stage 4 – Training to Train (Males 12-16 & Females 11-15) . . . . . . Stage 5 – Training to Compete (Males 16-23 & Females 15-21) . . . Stage 6 – Training to Win (Males 19+ & Females 21+) . . . . . . . . . . Stage 7 – Active for Life (Enter at Any Age) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Residency Policy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Youth Programs and Grade Level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . How to Register for a Recreation Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Inclusion Service & Recreation Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Stay Connected with the Recreation Department! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . We’re Hiring! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Weather Cancellations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Physical Literacy Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FUNdamental Multisport Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Introduction to Ball Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Introduction to Hitting Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Learning to Train Multisport Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Learning to Train . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Introduction to Ball Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Introduction to Hitting Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . HOP (Healthy Opportunities for Preschoolers) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Youth Sport Programs & Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Youth Lacrosse Skills Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Learn to Play Girls Softball League (Grades K–2)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rally Cap T-Ball (Boys & Girls Ages 4–Pre K)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tennis Lessons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Spring Miniball Soccer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fall Miniball Soccer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NFL Youth Flag Football . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Youth Golf Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . SNAG® Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Golf Clinic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Golf - Beginner Playing Lessons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Golf – Intermediate Playing League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Junior Golf – Advanced Playing League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Golf Combo . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Junior Viking Track Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 High School Flag Football League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Youth Floor Hockey . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Art Programs & Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Art Cart by Madison Museum of Contemporary Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Young Rembrandts: The Power of Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Elementary Drawing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Cartooning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Cartoon Zoo Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Enchanted Academy Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Important Dates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 For Parks & Rec . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Pirate Workshop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Safety Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Bus Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Chicago Museum Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Summerfest Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Wisconsin State Fair Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Adult Sport & Fitness Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Zumba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Regular Zumba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Zumba Gold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Adult Yoga Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Vinyasa Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Yoga for Beginners . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Golf Lessons for Adults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Fall 3 on 3 Basketball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Adult Flag Football League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Men’s Slow Pitch Softball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Adult Coed Softball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Adult Coed Summer Kickball League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Adult Coed Fall Kickball League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Parks & Misc. Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Pickleball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Canoe Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 How to Reserve a Park Shelter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Troll Beach – Stoughton’s Norwegian Fun Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Lowell Park Community Garden . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Kiwanis Disc Golf Course at Amundson Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 2013 WPRA Discount Tickets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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Active Stoughton for Life (AS4L)

One of the main goals of the Stoughton Parks and Recreation Department is to create healthy lifestyles. A proven way to create healthy lifestyles is through physical activity and sport. Active Stoughton for Life (AS4L) is a movement to improve physical activity and sport in Stoughton. AS4L uses a scientific model called Long-Term Athlete Development (LTAD) as its framework. LTAD is a seven-stage training, competition, and recovery pathway guiding an individual’s experience in recreation and sport from infancy through adulthood stages. Using LTAD will make physical activity and sports more enjoyable for the children. This will make children want to participate in sports which will lead to active and healthy lifestyles throughout their lives.

Physical Literacy

Developing physical literacy is a building block approach that goes this way: Fundamental Movement Skills -> Fundamental Sport Skills -> Specific Sport Techniques Research shows that children need to learn how to do fundamental movements and sport skills before they can learn how to play a sport competently. Children learn what numbers are in school before they are taught addition and subtraction and why addition and subtraction is taught before calculus. The same reasoning is behind developing physical literacy. Parents shouldn’t expect their child to be able to pitch in baseball if they don’t know how to balance. Children need to learn the ABC’s of physical literacy before moving on to fundamental sport skills and then sport specific techniques. The ABC’s of physical literacy are agility, balance, coordination, and speed. Once these basic fundamental movements are mastered children can then move on to learning fundamental sport skills. Fundamental sport skills are jumping, running, catching, throwing, kicking, swinging, hitting, etc. Learning these skills allow children to play multiple sports with ease. Not learning these skills can lead to a lifelong disconnect to sports and recreation. Once the fundamental sport skills are developed, then children may move on to sport specific skill. An example of a sport specific skill would be learning how to do a backhand in tennis. Research shows that learning a sport specific skill before a fundamental movement skill actually hurts performance ability later. Stages 1, 2, and

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Seven Stages of LTAD Stage 1 – Active Start (Males & Females 0-6)

- Children this age need to learn the ABC’s of movement - Children need to see that physical activity is a fun and exciting part of everyday life

Stage 2 – FUNdamentals (Males 6-9 & Females 6-8)

- Children should further develop fundamental movement skills including the ABC’s of movement - Children should be exposed to a variety of sports and physical activities throughout the year

Stage 3 – Learning to Train (Males 9-12 & Females 8-11)

- Major skill learning stage: all basic movement and sport skills (physical literacy) should be learned before the growth spurt - More time should be spent on training and practice than competing - Children being exposed to multiple sports and activities should continue

Stage 4 – Training to Train (Males 12-16 & Females 11-15)

- Major fitness development stage: endurance, strength, and speed - Continued approach of spending more time on training and practice than competing - Most important stage in determining the long-term potential of an athlete

Stage 5 – Training to Compete (Males 16-23 & Females 15-21) - Competition becomes serious - High intensity, high volume training - High school athletics

Stage 6 – Training to Win (Males 19+ & Females 21+) - College and professional athletics

Stage 7 – Active for Life (Enter at Any Age)

- Minimum of 60 minutes moderate daily activity or 30 minutes of intense activity for adults - Adult recreational sport leagues, fitness classes, etc

General Information Residency Policy

Residents are considered people who pay property taxes to the City of Stoughton. Townships, School District, etc. have no bearing on your residency for our purposes. It may be possible that you might be a resident and our online registration system considers you a non-resident. In these cases, please contact us and we can make the appropriate change to your account.

Youth Programs and Grade Level

Many of our programs for children are broken down by grade level. Please sign-up your child for the grade they are in when the program is going on. If it is a summer program, please sign them up for the grade level they were in during the spring.

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How to Register for a Recreation Program

There are two simple ways to register for a recreation program. 1. The first way is by filling out a paper registration form. A paper registration form can be found near the end of the guide. Once the paper registration form is filled out, a person can mail it to us or stop by our office. 2. The second way is by going to our online registration site, https://activenet9.active.com/stoughtonrec/. Online registration is fast, simple, and convenient.

Inclusion Service & Recreation Programs

Recreation and leisure activities are an important aspect of life for all people. We will make reasonable accommodations to many of our recreation programs so individuals with disabilities can participate without fundamentally changing the program. Please go to our website at www. cityofstoughton/rec, click on Therapeutic Services.

Stay Connected with the Recreation Department! Create an account on our online registration system at https://activenet9.active.com/stoughtonrec/ if you don’t want to miss out on our p rogram emails and our weekly newsletter. You can also add us as a Facebook friend or follow us on Twitter (@StoughtonRec).

We’re Hiring!

This spring we will be hiring for program workers, softball umpires, and softball scorekeepers. This is a perfect way to make some money, do something positive for the community, and have fun! Please contact the Recreation Department for more details.

Weather Cancellations

Please check our weather hotline at 873-6724 if you believe a program may be cancelled due to the weather. A new message will be recorded if programs are cancelled. Every effort will be made to rescheduled classes and programs. In some instances it is not possible to reschedule.

Physical Literacy Programs FUNdamental Multisport Programs FUNdamentals

These programs are intended to improve the ABC’s of physical literacy in children. The ABC’s of physical literacy are agility, balance, coordination, and speed. They’re a key to developing an active and healthy lifestyle. A child’s movement confidence develops gradually. They constantly compare their own level of ability against the children with whom they play. Physically literate children who move with skilful purpose KNOW they move well. This confidence encourages them to try new activities without fear. This is a great program if your child is in sports and wants to develop their athletic ability. Mike Wendorf is the main instructor for these programs and is also the owner of Level Up “The Natural Athlete”.

Introduction to Ball Games

Hand-eye coordination, hand-foot coordination, receiving, and trapping skills will be worked on while a variety of ball games will be played. Whether the week focuses on soccer or football, skills will translate to other sports. The term used in athletic circles is called skill transfer. Before children play each week, the coach will guide them through a dynamic warmup that will work on their athletic skills. Program Code: 1900.204 Times: 2:00-2:45 pm Days & Dates: Tuesdays, 6/11-7/16 Ages: 6-9 Place: Norse Park Fees: Resident - $35, Non-Resident - $43 Min/Max: 6/15

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Introduction to Hitting Games

This program focuses on teaching children to hit stationary and moving objects with a variety of bats and racquets, providing building-block skills for softball, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, and other similar games. Whether the week focuses on tennis or floor hockey, the skills will translate to other sports. The term used in athletic circles is called skill transfer. Before children play each week, the coach will guide them through a dynamic warmup that will work on their athletic skills. Program Code: 1900.205 Times: 2:00-2:45 pm Days & Dates: Tuesdays, 7/23-8/27 Ages: 6-9 Place: Norse Park Fees: Resident - $35, Non-Resident - $43 Min/Max: 6/15

Learning to Train Multisport Programs Learning to Train

This program is intended to develop athletic and sport skills. There is a golden period of skill development between the ages of 9-12 for boys and 8-11 for girls. These programs will directly focus on developing these skills. This is due to the fact that is easier for children to develop skills before the onset of their growth spurt. Please see the PDF file at this link for more information - http:// bit.ly/TKpiB8. This is a great program if your child is starting to become serious about sports and wants to develop their athletic ability. Mike Wendorf is the main instructor for these programs and is also the owner of Level Up “The Natural Athlete”.

Introduction to Ball Games

Hand-eye coordination, hand-foot coordination, receiving, and trapping skills will be worked on while a variety of ball games will be played. Whether the week focuses on soccer or football, skills will translate to other sports. The term used in athletic circles is called skill transfer. Before children play each week, the coach will guide them through a dynamic warmup that will work on their athletic skills. Program Code: 1900.206 Times: 3:00-3:45 pm Days & Dates: Tuesdays, 6/11-7/16 Ages: 9-12 Place: Norse Park Fees: Resident - $35, Non-Resident - $43 Min/Max: 6/20

Introduction to Hitting Games

This program focuses on teaching children to hit stationary and moving objects with a variety of bats and racquets, providing buildingblock skills for softball, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, and other similar games. Whether the week focuses on tennis or floor hockey, the skills will translate to other sports. The term used in athletic circles is called skill transfer. Before children play each week, the coach will guide them through a dynamic warmup that will work on their athletic skills. Program Code: 1900.207 Times: 3:00-3:45 pm Days & Dates: Tuesdays, 7/23-8/27 Ages: 9-12 Place: Norse Park Fees: Resident - $35, Non-Resident - $43 Min/Max: 6/20

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HOP (Healthy Opportunities for Preschoolers)

Learn to Play Girls Softball League (Grades K–2)*

Active Start

FUNdamentals

This is a new program. Parents and their child will be led by staff through a variety of fun games and activities that are designed for preschool age children. The games that will be played will have three components; physical activity, language/literacy, and social. Parents will receive a packet that will include activities done during the class along with an additional healthy eating activities section. For weather cancellations call our weather hotline at 873-6724. Ages: 3-5 Times: 10:00-10:45 am Days: Tuesdays Place: East Park Fee: Resident - $30, Non-Resident - $38 Session Program Code Dates Session 1 1270.213 6/11-7/16 Session 2 1270.214 7/23-8/27

Youth Sport Programs & Camps Youth Lacrosse Skills Camp FUNdamentals, Learning to Train

This program is for children in grades 1st-6th and all skill levels. The philosophy behind the program is to teach basic skills and fundamentals, develop athletic skills, make new friends, and most importantly have fun! Please let contact the Recreation Department if you would like to help out. All equipment will be provided. Days: Sundays Dates: April 14 – May 19 (6 weeks) Time: 5:00-6:00 PM Location: Racetrack Park Fee: $35 – Resident, $43 – Non-Resident Registration Deadline: April 8 Grades Program Code 1-2 1301.107 3-4 1301.108 5-6 1301.109

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Our youth softball program focuses on developing softball FUNdamentals, athletic skills, and the love of sports. Time each week will be divided into a separate practice of 30 minutes and a game of 30 minutes. Teams will have 6-7 children to make the games move along at a faster pace and more playing time for each child. Practices will focus on the FUNdamentals of softball such as proper grip on the ball and throwing motion. Practice plans will be provided to coaches. Players are responsible to bring their own glove. All other equipment is provided. If not enough players register to have more than two kindergarten teams, the kindergarten program will turn into an instructional program. They will focus on developing fundamentals such as proper throwing motion. We will avoid combining with the 2-3rd grade class. ProgCode: 1100.209 Grade K 1100.210 Grade 1-2 Dates: Sundays, June 9 – July 28 (8 weeks) Times: 5:30 & 6:15 PM Game Times. Please note that practice could start as early as 5:00 PM Place: Racetrack Park Fees: Resident - $40 Non-Resident - $48 (Register by June 2) Coaches: Volunteers needed

Rally Cap T-Ball (Boys & Girls Ages 4–Pre K)* Active Start

T-Ball provides the perfect introduction to the American pastime. Each week will be divided into a separate practice time of 30 minutes and a game time of 30 minutes. Teams will have 6-7 children to make the games move along at a faster pace and more playing time for each child. Practices will focus on the FUNdamentals of baseball such as proper grip on the ball and throwing motion. Practice plans will be provided to coaches. Players are responsible to bring their own glove. All other equipment is provided. ProgCode: 1111.205 Days & Dates: Sundays, June 9 – July 28 (8 weeks) Times: 4:00, 4:45, and 5:30 PM Game Times. Please note that practice could start as early as 3:30 PM Place: Racetrack Park Fees: Resident - $40 Non-Resident - $48 (Register by June 2) Coaches: Volunteers needed

Tennis Lessons FUNdamentals, Learning to Train

Our tennis lessons program is intended to develop a love of tennis in your child while working on the FUNdamentals. The 10 year old and under program features age appropriate equipment that is recommend by the USTA. Groups will be divided each week by skill level so the children will be challenged and engaged each week. Participants must provide their own racket. The USTA recommends 21, 23, or 25 inch racquets for 10 year old and younger participants. http://www.10andundertennis.com/organizers/getthe-equipment/about/ Dates: June 8 – July 27 (8 weeks) Days: Saturday Mornings Fees: Resident - $40 Non-Resident - $48 Registration: Deadline May 26 Place: High School Tennis Courts Program Code Ages Time 1180.209 6 – 10 9:00 – 9:45 am 1180.210 11 – 14 10:00 - 11:00 am

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Spring Miniball Soccer Active Start

Start your little Pele on his or her way to a lifelong love of recreation activities. Nothing compares to soccer for an introduction to structured team sports. The emphasis on this program is having fun, getting your child to like sports, and developing their physical literacy. This program isn’t intended on teaching high level soccer skills to your child because of the ages of the participants. Volunteer coaches needed! Days: Sundays Dates: April 7 – May 12 Location: Racetrack Park Fee: $35 – Resident, $43 – Non-Resident Registration Deadline: March 29 Ages/Grades Program Code Times Pre-K (ages 3+) 1130.111 3:00-3:45 pm Kindergarten 1130.112 4:00-4:45 pm

Fall Miniball Soccer Active Start

Start your little Pele on his or her way to a lifelong love of recreation activities. Nothing compares to soccer for an introduction to structured team sports. The emphasis on this program is having fun, getting your child to like sports, and developing their physical literacy. This program isn’t intended on teaching high level soccer skills to your child because of the ages of the participants. Volunteer coaches needed! Days: Sundays Dates: September 8 – October 13 Location: Racetrack Park Fee: $35 – Resident, $43 – Non-Resident Registration Deadline: August 30 Ages/Grades Program Code Times 3 years 1130.307 3:00-3:45 pm 4 years - Kindergarten 1130.308 4:00-4:45 pm

NFL Youth Flag Football FUNdamentals, Learning to Train

The program provides young players a fun and exciting opportunity to engage in noncontact, continuous action while learning lessons in teamwork. This is a great way to introduce your child to the basic fundamentals of football. Teams will have one group practice during the week with practice plans provided by the Recreation Department. Each player will receive an authentic reversible NFL Flag Football jersey. Program Code: 1150.313 Grades K – 1 1150.314 Grades 2 – 3 1150.315 Grades 4 – 6 Game Dates: Saturdays, September 7 – October 19 Game Times: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM Place: Racetrack Park Fees: Resident - $60 Non-Resident - $70 (Register by August 19) Coaches: Volunteers needed

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Youth Golf Programs

High School Golf team coach Dave Taebel will be providing golf instruction this summer at their annual golf clinic. There is also an option to improve your golf game with beginner playing lessons, the intermediate playing league, and the new advanced league. Accommodations can be made for families with multiple golfers so that their lessons will be at the same time. Players are encouraged to bring their own clubs for all of the programs except SNAG®. There’s a limited amount of clubs at Coachman’s to rent.

SNAG® Golf Active Start, FUNdamentals

SNAG® stands for “Starting New at Golf”. It is a FUN game that is EASY to learn and can be played ANYWHERE. SNAG® contains all the elements of golf but in a modified form. Falling somewhere between miniature golf and regulation golf, SNAG® allows for full shots, pitching, chipping, and putting. It is a proven learning & training tool for entry level golfers. For more information go to www.snaggolf.com. Max of 12 participants in a class. Grades Program Code Dates Days Times K-2 1163.202 6/11-7/9 (no class 7/2) Tuesdays 8:00-8:45 am K-2 1163.203 6/11-7/9 (no class 7/2) Tuesdays 9:00-9:45 am Place: Coachman’s Driving Range Area Instructors: Dave Taebel Fees: Resident - $30, Non-Resident - $38

Golf Clinic FUNdamentals, Learning to Train

Improve your full swing and short game at our golf clinic. Participants will receive instruction each day on driving, iron play and putting using the facilities at Coachman’s Golf Resort. Clubs and balls are available for use at the Coachman’s Pro Shop. Prizes awarded each day. This clinic will also get your child ready for the playing lessons program. Register by June 1. Dates: June 8 & June 9 Days: Saturday & Sunday Place: Coachman’s Golf Course - Meet at Driving Range Instructors: Dave Taebel Fees: Resident - $28 Non-Resident - $38 Program Code Grade Time 1160.209 3 - 5 12:30 – 1:45 1160.210 6 - 8 2:00 – 3:15 3160.204 Parent/Child 5:30 – 6:30 (Maximum of 2 kids per adult) (Adult must be present with each child) (Will take first 16 people) Private Lessons by appointment

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Junior Golf - Beginner Playing Lessons

Junior Golf – Advanced Playing League

FUNdamentals, Learning to Train

Training to Train

Junior Golf – Intermediate Playing League

Golf Combo

FUNdamentals, Learning to Train

Designed for children in grades 3-8 and have limited experience on the golf course. Instruction will be provided on course etiquette, rules, technique, pace of play and other facets of playing the game of golf during the course of playing approximately 3-5 holes of golf each day. To maximize benefit of this program, participants are strongly encouraged to register for the Golf Clinic. Register by June 18. Class size is limited to 20. ProgCode: 1161.211 Dates: June 11 – July 16 (no class July 2) Days: Tuesdays, 10:00 AM-Noon Place: Coachman’s Golf Course - Meet at Driving Range Instructors: Dave Taebel Fees: Resident - $60, Non-Resident - $65

Instruction will be provided on course etiquette, rules, pace of play and technique. Designed for children in grades 4 – 8 and who have experience playing on the golf course. Play will consist of 3 – 9 holes each day in a variety of formats. Parents are encouraged to sign their child up for the Beginner Series if they feel he/she will not be able to play nine holes on the course. Scores will be counted and the will culminate with a junior tournament. Register by June 18. Class size is limited to the first 24 entrants. ProgCode: 1161.212 Dates: June 11 – July 16 (no class July 2) Days: Tuesdays, 12:30 – 2:45 PM Place: Coachman’s Golf Course - Meet at Driving Range Instructors: Dave Taebel Fees: Resident - $60 Non-Resident - $65

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Instruction will be provided on course etiquette, rules, pace of play and technique. Designed for children in grades 6 – 12 and are capable of breaking 65 on 9 holes. Play will consist of 9 holes each day in a variety of formats. Players may sign up for both the advanced and intermediated leagues if they wish to get two days of golf in a week. Scores will be counted and the will culminate with a junior tournament. Register by June 18. Class size is limited to the first 24 entrants. ProgCode: 1161.213 Dates: June 9 – July 14 (no class July 7) Days: Sundays, 5:00 – 7:30 PM Place: Coachman’s Golf Course - Meet at Driving Range Instructors: Dave Taebel Fees: Resident - $60 Non-Resident - $65

Take the clinic and league, and save $10! The times and dates will stay the same as the playing lessons/league and clinics as they are the same classes. ProgCode: Grades 3-5 Clinic & Beginner Lessons 1162.213 Grades 3-5 Clinic & Intermediate League 1162.214 Grades 6-8 Clinic & Beginner Lessons 1162.215 Grades 6-8 Clinic & Intermediate League 1162.216 Fees: Resident - $78, Non-Resident - $93

Junior Viking Track Club FUNdamentals, Learning to Train

The Stoughton Recreation Department is proud to be working with Stoughton High School head girl’s track coach Eric Benedict and pole vault coach Craig Martens to offer this five week summer track and field program for 7 to 12 year olds. Junior Viking Track Club is the only program of its kind in the City of Stoughton. The goal of the Junior Viking Track Club is to supply a program of physical activity that serves as a strong foundation for all sports in a fun manner. The Junior Viking Track Club Program is targeting the most critical period of motor skill development in youth (age 8-11 for girls, 9-12 for boys) which can lead to future success in many sports. Under the instruction of the SHS Track and Field staff and varsity track and field athletes, your child will have fun learning the fundamental skills of running, jumping and throwing in age appropriate sequential progressions. At the end of the five weeks we will finish up with a JVT meet, allowing your child to demonstrate their growth and improvement! This program is scheduled to be during the dates of Summer Excel and the class starts right after the Summer Excel classes let out each day. Parents are able to have their children go straight to the track before they need to be picked up for the day. Ages: 7-12 Dates: 6/17-7/17 (10 classes) Deadline: 6/7 Days: Mondays and Wednesdays Time: 11:00-11:45 am Locations: Collins Field Track (High School Track) Program Code: 1300.200 Fee: $40 includes shirt

High School Flag Football League Active for Life

This will be the second year of our high school flag football league. The league features a 4 on 4 passing style that is wide open and has a fast pace. Teams will be made through a draft process. Who: High School Students When: Wednesdays, September 11 – October 16 (6 weeks) ProgCode: 1151.305 Time: 6:00-9:00 PM Where: Racetrack Park Registration: $35 – Residents, $43 – Non-Residents

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Youth Floor Hockey

Art Programs & Events

Active Start, FUNdamentals

Art Cart by Madison Museum of Contemporary Art

This is a great way for your child to learn stick technique, teamwork, and stay in shape. This is a program to put your child in if they’re in soccer, lacrosse, and baseball as it will help them with spatial awareness (spacing) and hand-eye coordination that will carry over to those sports. Teams will be formed and games will be played each week. This program will also be a great introduction to the fun sport of hockey. Days: Wednesdays Dates: July 24 – August 28 Times: 6:00-7:00 PM Location: Mandt Community Center Fee: $35 – Resident, $43 – Non-Resident Registration Deadline: July 18 Program Code Ages 1301.308 5-7 1301.309 8-10

The program offers a variety of individual and group art projects for kids ages 3 through 8; older children are also welcome. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Date: July 6 Day: Saturday When: 2:00-4:00 PM Where: Norse Park Fee: Free Who: Ages 3-8

Young Rembrandts: The Power of Drawing

At Young Rembrandts we teach drawing, the fundamental skill of all visual arts. We believe that drawing is a skill that can – and should – be learned by all children. While Young Rembrandts classes are structured and educational, children learn best when they are entertained and engaged. Young Rembrandts combines the best of both worlds – foundational art skills in a fun, nurturing environment – that gives your child the academic advantage. New class material each week and each session. All classes will be held at the Stoughton Youth Center. For more information call James at: 608-444-3213 or visit us online: www. youngrembrandts.com

Elementary Drawing

Do you have an elementary student who gets excited at the prospect of undertaking fun, creative endeavors? If so, there’s no better time than now to enroll your child into a Young Rembrandts class. The lessons will provide many great opportunities for you student to enhance their drawing and coloring skills while providing ideas for new creations of their own! No child ever repeats a lesson in our classes so sign up today! All supplies are included. Session Dates Days Times Program Code Fee (Res./NR) Session 1 April 6 – May 11 (6 classes) Saturdays 1:00-2:00 pm 1304.406 $60/$65 Session 2 June 18 – July 9 (4 classes) Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 pm 1304.207 $40/$45 Ages: 6-12 Registration Deadline: One week before session start Location: Stoughton Youth Center Min/Max Participants: 5/20

Cartooning

Does your child have a great sense of humor to compliment his or her artistic skills? If so, your child will LOVE a Young Rembrandts Cartoon class. This year, our students will jump head first into the world of cartooning as they create amusing, funny-bone-tickling drawings. Learning about visual story telling is a concept your child will explore as he or she depicts sequences to tell those stories. And with our lessons, your student will also learn how to illustrate facial expressions and personify inanimate objects. Give your child the gift of learning and artistry. No child ever repeats a lesson in our classes so sign up today! Session Dates Days Times Program Code Fee (Res./NR) Session 1 April 7 – May 12 (6 classes) Sundays 3:30-4:45 pm 1305.408 $60/$65 Session 2 July 25 – August 15 (4 classes) Thursdays 5:30-6:45 pm 1305.207 $42/$47 Ages: 6-12 Registration Deadline: One week before session starts Location: Stoughton Youth Center Min/Max Participants: 5/20

Cartoon Zoo Workshop

Do you love animals? Join us for a trip through the zoo as we learn to cartoon a variety of animals found in the zoo. We will learn cartoon expressions, movement, exaggeration, sequencing to tell a joke while drawing giraffes, elephants, bears, monkeys and more. Children will complete several cartoon drawings each day. Materials used include pencils, color pencils, Sharpies, and markers. Ages: 6-12 Days & Dates: Wednesday & Thursday, June 26 & 27 Times: 10:00 am - Noon Registration Deadline: One week before session starts Location: Stoughton Youth Center Min/Max Participants: 5/20 Program Code: 1308.200 Fee: $36 - Residents, $40 - Non-Residents

Enchanted Academy Workshop

Discover the charms of Young Rembrandts’ Enchanted Academy Summer Art Workshop. Be prepared to be whisked away to an enchanted academy where nothing is as it seems. Experience the majesty of the great dining hall as our students illustrate a beautiful graphic. Amuse yourself in the not-so-ordinary life of the academy with a plethora of cartoon drawings. From drawing an enchanted forest to a day at the races with dragons, it’s nothing but fun in our classroom. No prior experience is needed. Ages: 6-12 Days & Dates: Saturday & Sunday, August 17 & 18 Times: 10:00 am - Noon Registration Deadline: One week before session starts Location: Stoughton Youth Center Min/Max Participants: 5/20 Program Code: 1308.201 Fee: $36 - Residents, $40 - Non-Residents

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Physical Literacy Programs, HOP, SNAG®, Beginner & Advanced Golf Leagues Start

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Zumba Starts

Track Club Starts

Summer Kickball Starts

Tennis Lessons Start, Golf Clinic, Troll Beach Opens Chicago Bus Trip

Drawing Class Starts

Cartoon Zoo

Summerfest Bus Trip

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Yoga Starts

Pirate Workshop

Physical Literacy Programs, HOP Start

Floor Hockey Starts

Cartooning Starts

State Fair Bus Trip

Enchanted Academy

Adult Flag Football Starts

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Pirate Workshop

Ahoy mates! Join us as we explore the world of pirates with new drawing adventures! Pirates, treasure maps, sunken treasures, parrots, a grand pirate ship and more will inspire us as we draw, using cartoon and realistic drawing techniques. Students will complete several drawings each day using the unique Young Rembrandts drawing method. All materials provided and include pencils, color pencils, Sharpies, and markers. Ages: 6-12 Days & Dates: Saturday & Sunday, July 20 & 21 Times: 2:30 – 4:30 pm Registration Deadline: One week before session starts Location: Stoughton Youth Center Min/Max Participants: 5/20 Program Code: 1308.202 Fee: $36 - Residents, $40 - Non-Residents

Safety Camp

Are you looking for a fun and educational camp your child can attend this summer? Come join us at the Stoughton Safety Camp! The Stoughton Safety Camp is a two-day camp offered to children going into 3rd grade to teach them social and personal safety skills in a fun environment. Stoughton police officers, Dane County Sheriff’s deputies, firefighters and other City of Stoughton staff members serve as the camp’s counselors guiding them through various educational activities and games dealing with safety. Camp will be held on June 17th and 18th 2013. Registration will begin Monday, March 25th and ends Thursday, May 30th or until full. The fee is $30 per child. Watch the CityofStoughton.com website for registration information. Safety Topics: Past Presenters: Drug Awareness Oregon Police Department Electrical Safety Dane County Sheriff’s Office Water Safety Stoughton Utilities Emergency Situations Stoughton Hospital Bicycle/Helmet Safety Army National Guard Fire Safety Town of Madison K-9 Unit First Aid Henry Vilas Zoo Danger/Stranger Safety Lake Kegonsa State Park Crime Prevention Maple Bluff Horse Patrol Farm/Animal Safety Dean Health Care Please bring swimming gear and bike the first day. Who: Children going into 3rd grade Dates: June 17 & June 18 Times: June 17 – Drop off and registration at 8:30 am, June 18 – Drop off at 8:45 am. Pickup both days is at 4:00 pm. Where: Mandt Park Fee: $30 Program Code: 1375.100 Registration Deadline: May 30th

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Bus Trips Chicago Museum Trip

After the success of our holiday shopping trip we’ve decided to start the summer off by visiting Chicago again! This time we will be getting dropped off in front of the Chicago Field Museum. The Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium and Soldier Field are all within walking distance. You could take the L up to The Magnificent Mile for lunch or shopping, visit Navy Pier and ride the Ferris wheel or hit up the loop and see the Bean at Millennium Park! The fee covers your bus ride, for information about the Chicago Field Museum visit www.fieldmuseum. org Who: Adults (Children may go, but must be accompanied by an adult) Date: June 15 Day: Saturday Pick-up/Drop-off Time: 8:00 am – 9:00 pm Pick-up/Drop-off Location: City Hall Program Code: 3260.200 Fee: $30 Min/Max of Participants: 40/54 Deadline: May 31

Summerfest Trip

Take a little ride with us to the world’s largest music festival, Summerfest! Headliners at the Marcus Amphitheater for Saturday June 29th are Jason Aldean, Jake Owen and Thomas Rhett! Great food, carnival rides, games and of course a plethora of top notch live music will make for a memorable summer Saturday on the shoreline of Lake Michigan. Your fee will cover your bus ride to Summerfest, tickets are available at the gate for $17, for more info go to www.summerfest.com Who: Adults (Children may go, but must be accompanied by an adult) Date: June 29 Day: Saturday Pick-up/Drop-off Time: 2:00 pm – 1:30 am Pick-up/Drop-off Location: City Hall Program Code: 3260.201 Fee: $25 Min/Max of Participants: 40/54 Deadline: June 14

Wisconsin State Fair Trip

Join us on a trip to the State Fair in Milwaukee. No need to worry about driving or parking in Milwaukee, enjoy the ride on a cushy coach bus with TV’s and a bathroom. Then take in the sights, sounds and smells of the Wisconsin State Fair. With live music, dozens of food vendors, rides, games, animals and exhibits there’s something for everyone at the Wisconsin State Fair! The fee covers your bus ride, for admission information visit www.wistatefair.com Who: Adults (Children may go, but must be accompanied by an adult) Date: August 10 Day: Saturday Pick-up/Drop-off Time: 2:30 pm – 11:30 pm Pick-up/Drop-off Location: City Hall Program Code: 3260.202 Fee: $20 Min/Max of Participants: 40/54 Deadline: July 26

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Adult Sport & Fitness Classes Zumba Active for Life

Our Zumba classes are taught by certified instructors through Fit Pro Services. Fit Pro Services teach Zumba and other fitness classes in many different locations in Rock and Dane Counties and will be bringing tremendous fitness class experience to Stoughton. Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away.

Regular Zumba

This class is for people who have been in a Zumba class before or who prefer a more rigorous workout. Beginners are welcome to attend this class. Drop-in classes may be offered between class sessions. Please check with the Recreation Department closer to the open dates. Location: 2nd Floor of the Youth Center Who: Ages 16+ Class Length: All classes last 45 minutes Session I Day Program Code Times Dates Fee (Res/NR) Monday Evenings 2211.117 6:15 PM 4/15-5/20 $25/$35 Wednesday Evenings 2211.118 6:15 PM 4/17-5/22 $25/$35 Monday & Wednesday Evenings 2211.119 6:15 PM 4/15-5/22 $40/$50 Tuesday Mornings 2211.120 5:15 AM 4/16-5/21 $25/$35 Thursday Mornings 2211.121 5:15 AM 4/18-5/23 $25/$35 Tuesday & Thursday Mornings 2211.122 5:15 AM 4/16-5/23 $40/$50 Session II Day Program Code Times Dates Fee (Res/NR) Monday Evenings 2211.212 6:15 PM 6/3-7/8 $25/$35 Wednesday Evenings 2211.213 6:15 PM 6/5-7/10 $25/$35 Monday & Wednesday Evenings 2211.214 6:15 PM 6/3-7/10 $40/$50 Tuesday Mornings 2211.215 5:15 AM 6/4-7/9 $25/$35 Thursday Mornings 2211.216 5:15 AM 6/6-7/18, No 7/4 $25/$35 Tuesday & Thursday Mornings 2211.217 5:15 AM 6/4-7/18, No 7/4 & 7/16 $40/$50 Session III Day Program Code Times Dates Fee (Res/NR) Monday Evenings 2211.218 6:15 PM 7/22-8/26 $25/$35 Wednesday Evenings 2211.219 6:15 PM 7/24-8/28 $25/$35 Monday & Wednesday Evenings 2211.220 6:15 PM 7/22-8/28 $40/$50 Tuesday Mornings 2211.221 5:15 AM 7/23-8/27 $25/$35 Thursday Mornings 2211.222 5:15 AM 7/25-8/29 $25/$35 Tuesday & Thursday Mornings 2211.223 5:15 AM 7/23-8/29 $40/$50

Zumba Gold

Zumba Gold targets the largest growing segment of the population: baby boomers. It takes the Zumba formula and modifies the moves and pacing to suit the needs of the active older participant, as well as those just starting their journey to a fit and healthy lifestyle. What stays the same are all the elements the Zumba Fitness-Party is known for: the zesty Latin music, like salsa, merengue, cumbia and reggaeton; the exhilarating, easy-to-follow moves; and the invigorating, party-like atmosphere. Session Program Code Dates Session I 2212.104 4/15-5/20 Session II 2212.206 6/3-7/8 Session III 2212.207 7/22-8/26 Times: 9:15-10:00 am Days: Monday Mornings Location: 2nd Floor of the Youth Center Fee: $25 – Residents, $35 – Non-Residents

Adult Yoga Classes Vinyasa Yoga Active for Life

Improve flexibility and circulation, strengthen and tone muscles, and relieve stress with our yoga class. Classes are taught by our certified instructor who specializes

in Vinyasa style yoga. This is yoga class is for people who participate in yoga on a regular basis or prefer an intense workout. Wear loose fitting clothing, bare feet or socks. Please bring a yoga mat as they’re not provided. Participants may also do a drop-in class for the dates below for $10. Times: 6:15 – 7:15 pm Max/Min Participants: 20/6 Location: 2nd Floor of Youth Center Ages: 16+ Session I Day Program Code Dates Fee (Res. /NR) Thursdays 2204.103 3/21-4/25 $30/$35 Sundays 2204.104 3/24- 4/28 $30/$35 Thursdays & Sundays 2204.105 3/21-4/28 $50/$60 Session II Day Program Code Dates Fee (Res. /NR) Thursdays 2204.203 5/9-6/13 $30/$35 Sundays 2204.204 5/11-6/16 $30/$35 Thursdays & Sundays 2204.205 5/9-6/16 $50/$60 Session III Day Program Code Dates Fee (Res. /NR) Thursdays 2204.206 7/11-8/15 $30/$35 Sundays 2204.207 7/13-8/17 $30/$35 Thursdays & Sundays 2204.208 7/11-8/17 $50/$60

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Yoga for Beginners

Golf Lessons for Adults

Active for Life

Improve flexibility and circulation, strengthen and tone muscles, and relieve stress with our Beginner’s Yoga class. This class is ideal for people who are new to yoga, who prefer a less strenuous workout, or those wanting to return to the basics. Our instructor is in the process of obtaining her 200 hour certification with the Alignment Yoga School, and also leads Chair Yoga classes for the State of Wisconsin. Please bring a yoga mat as they’re not provided. Participants may also do a drop-in class for the dates below for $10. Times: Tuesdays – 6:15-7:15 pm, Sundays – 5:00-6:00 pm Max/Min Participants: 20/6 Location: 2nd Floor of Youth Center Ages: 16+ Session I Day Program Code Dates Fee (Res. /NR) Tuesdays 2201.106 3/19-4/23 $30/$35 Sundays 2201.107 3/24- 4/28 $30/$35 Tuesdays & Sundays 2201.108 3/19-4/28 $50/$60 Session II Day Program Code Dates Fee (Res. /NR) Tuesdays 2201.203 5/7-6/11 $30/$35 Sundays 2201.204 5/12-6/23 (no 5/26) $30/$35 Tuesdays & Sundays 2201.205 5/7-6/23 (no 5/27) $50/$60 Session III Day Program Code Dates Fee (Res. /NR) Tuesdays 2201.206 7/9-8/13 $30/$35 Sundays 2201.207 7/13-8/17 $30/$35 Tuesdays & Sundays 2201.208 7/9-8/17 $50/$60

High School Golf team coach Dave Taebel will be providing golf instruction this summer for adults. This is a fourth year program that helps the beginning adult or anyone that feels a better swing would help their game. This is a great option for retired people that want to make golf their new passion. Class size is limited to the first 15 registrations. Register by April 5. Max of 10 golfers. ProgCode: 2160.208 Dates: April 14 – May 19 (no class May 12) Days: Sundays Place: Coachman’s Golf Course Time: 1:00-1:45 pm Instructor: Dave Taebel Fees: Resident - $55, Non-Resident - $65

Fall 3 on 3 Basketball Active for Life Grades: Dates: Days: Time: Place: Fee:

High School (Currently) - Adult September 9 – October 28 (8 weeks) Monday Nights 6:00–9:00 pm Yahara School Gym $80/ team (Register by August 29)

Summer Better Than Others Stoughton’s Camp of the Oaks Day Camp

For Children Entering Grades K-6 June 10 - August 23 7:30 a.m. - 5:45 p.m. River Bluff Middle School Stoughton K-2 Weekly themes and NEW AM/PM Club Choices for 3rd-5th Grade TNT with Special Field Trips for 5th-6th Grade Field Trips, Swimming and Friday Festival!

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Register Online: www.wisconsinyouthcompany.org Where Kids Thrive Beyond the School Day Camp of the Oaks is state licensed and accredited by the American Camp Association. Camp of the Oaks is a program of AFTER SCHOOL Day Camps, a division of Wisconsin Youth Company. AFTER SCHOOL • WANDER WISCONSIN • MIDDLE SCHOOL U • IMMERSION CAMPS

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Adult Flag Football League

Adult Coed Summer Kickball League

Active for Life

This will be the sixth year of our adult flag football league. The league features a 4 on 4 passing style that is action packed. Players sign up as a team. If you would like to get on a free agent list, contact the Recreation Department. Who: Men Age: Adult When: Thursday’s; August 29 – October 17 (8 weeks) Time: 6:00-10:00 PM Where: Racetrack Park Registration: $250/team Fees and roster are due at the Recreation Department by August 21st or until league is filled. Schedules will be made and emailed to managers.

Men’s Slow Pitch Softball Active for Life

We have four men’s softball leagues which is one of the largest in the area. We have leagues on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday nights. The leagues run from May to August. Contact the Recreation Department or go to our web site for an entry form. Contact the Recreation Department if you would like to be put on a free agent list. Entries are due April 11th, 2012.

Adult Coed Softball Active for Life

These games are played on Friday evenings to help kick off a great social night out. Games are played at Mandt and Racetrack Parks. Contact the Recreation Department or go online for an entry form. Contact the Recreation Department if you would like to be put on a free agent list. Entries are due by April 11th, 2012.

McFarland Madison

This is the first year we will be offering a kickball league during the summer. Teams will play a seven game schedule. The league will be played on Thursday nights. This is a great social activity. Please go to our website for a team registration form. Fees and roster are due at the Recreation Department by May 23rd or until league is filled. Schedules will be made and emailed to managers. Who: Men & Women Age: Adult When: Thursday’s, June 6 – August 1 (no games July 4, 7 weeks) Time: 6:00-10:00 PM Where: Racetrack Park Registration: $300 per team

Adult Coed Fall Kickball League Active for Life

This is the fifth year of our kickball league. Teams will play a seven game schedule. The league will be on Friday nights. This is a great social activity. Please go to our website for a team registration form. Fees and roster are due at the Recreation Department by August 23rd or until league is filled. Schedules will be made and emailed to managers. Who: Men & Women Age: Adult When: Friday’s, September 6 – Oct 18 (7 weeks) Time: 6:00-10:00 PM Where: Racetrack Park Registration: $300 per team

Stoughton Sun Prairie

Deerfield Waunakee

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Parks & Misc. Information Pickleball Active for Life

What is pickleball? Pickleball is a combination of badminton, table tennis, and tennis. The court is about half the size of tennis court so the need to run is cut down especially when you play doubles. The ball looks like a baseball sized whiffleball and the paddle looks like an oversized ping pong paddle. There is a regulation pickleball court painted at the Bjoin Park tennis courts. We have a portable net and equipment that can be checked out for free.

Canoe Rental Active for Life

Enjoy the Yahara River like never before! Paddle north into the big bay, following the river as it winds its way beautifully to Lake Kegonsa. You may want to go south through the downtown, possibly portaging at the mill dam, for an extended journey. There are four canoes, paddles and life jackets available. The Stoughton Area Senior Center will once again be the rental location. Location: Stoughton Area Senior Center, located at 248 W. Main St. (Use Washington St entrance for parking) Open Hours: Weekdays, 9:00 am-4:00 pm (Sr. Center reception desk for service) Weekends, By Appointment (please call ahead by Thursday the week of the rental to make an appointment) Fee: $3 per person/hour Children 5 and under are free. Conditions: Anyone under 18 years of age must have a signed consent slip from a parent (available on website) At least one person must be 16 years of age or older. See www.cityofstoughton.com/rec for consent slips and rules. Canoe Race: We rent out canoes for the Syttende Mai Canoe Race. For more information call 873-6746.

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How to Reserve a Park Shelter

Park shelters in the city can be reserved two different ways. The first way is to go to our website and go through the online reservation process. This process will allow individuals to search for open dates and seek amenities that they need for their gathering. The other way is to fill out a Park Shelter reservation forms. These forms can be found at our website or at the Recreation Department office. For more details, see our website– www.cityofstoughton.com/rec.

Troll Beach – Stoughton’s Norwegian Fun Park

Visit our award winning aquatic park. Enjoy the best beach of beach experiences that includes clean city water, sandy zero depth entry, and large inflatable play structures! Troll Beach is the result of a complete makeover of the Mandt Park Pool. New innovative play structures, a rebuilt full concession stand, pool chairs and umbrellas, are just a few of the updates for this historic pool. Our trained lifeguards are ready to welcome your group for a day of great swimming and Norwegian-like hospitality. Winner of the 2012 Wisconsin Parks & Recreation Association Outstanding Aquatic Facility Design Award. Open: Everyday beginning June 8, 2013 Hours: 12-5 pm Daily Rates Resident 16+ - $3.50 Resident 15U - $2.50 Non-Resident 16+ - $4.00 Non-Resident 15U - $3.00 Group Rates (15+ People) - $2.50

Season Pass Rates Resident Family Pass - $80.00 Resident Single Pass - $60.00 Non-Resident Family Pass - $100.00 Non-Resident Single Pass - $75.00

DISCOVER THE SCOUTING EXPERIENCE

Contact Glacier’s Edge Council at 608-310-7300 for more information

• Family Camping • Pinewood Derby® • Outings and Field Trips • First Aid • Hiking • Swimming • Outdoor Games • Woodcrafts • Sports • Community Service

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Lowell Park Community Garden Active for Life

This will be our third year of having a community garden at Lowell Park. Gardening is a great family recreation activity and promotes a healthy lifestyle. The plots at our community garden are 15 feet by 20 feet and they are $30 apiece. Garden rules and applications are available on our website, www.cityofstoughton.com/rec, under park links. Please call or stop by our office for more information.

Kiwanis Disc Golf Course at Amundson Park Active for Life

The Kiwanis Disc Golf Course at Amundson Park is a nine hole course that is near the Yahara River Trail. The course is one of the first to open each spring due to having rubber tee pads. There’s a gravel parking lot for the course located at the end of Amundson Parkway.

2013 WPRA Discount Tickets

The Stoughton Parks and Recreation Department participates in the Wisconsin Parks & Recreation Association discount ticket program. Tickets will be available from June – August. No online ticket sales and cash only. Attraction Gate Price Our Price Savings Mount Olympus $39.99 $22.00 $17.99 Noah’s Ark $41.52 $31.00 $10.52 Six Flag Great America $63.85 $31.00 $32.85 Milwaukee County Zoo Adult (Ages 13+) $14.25 $10.25 $4.00 Milwaukee County Zoo Child (Ages 3-12) $11.25 $8.25 $3.00

STOUGHTON HOSPITAL is here to HELP YOU GET BACK IN THE GAME If you think you broke it — or sprained, bruised, pulled or somehow hurt it — Stoughton Hospital can get you back in the game. Urgent Care is available 6am - 11pm every day and Emergency Care is offered 24/7.

Stoughton Hospital Emergency and Urgent Care

900 Ridge Street | Stoughton | 608.873.6611

StoughtonHospital.com Affiliated with SSM Health Care of Wisconsin

Emergency & Urgent Care Services

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Stoughton Parks & Recreation Department Registration Form

Participant's First & Last Name

Birth Date

Grade

M/F

Payment Options (Check Box)

Shirt Size

Program Code

Total Program Fees:

WAIVER

CONCUSSION AWARENESS WAIVER—WI ACT 172

For Office Use Only

*Mail to: Stoughton Parks & Recreation Department, 381 E. Main St, Stoughton, WI 53589*

Fee

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Concussion Information Sheet Stoughton Parks & Recreation Parent/Athlete Concussion Awareness Information

What is a concussion?

What are the signs and symptoms of a concussion?

Symptoms and Signs Observed by Coach:

Symptoms Reported by Athlete:

Concussion Danger Signs

What should an athlete do if they think they have a concussion?

Why should an athlete report their symptoms?

What should you do if you think your child has a concussion?

Material adapted from US Dept. of HHS Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. To learn more about concussions go to: www.cdc.gov/concussion

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