What's a Kid to Do?

K i d a t s ’ o t D a o? h W

A Look at local activities to pass the summer Published as supplement to

Sentinel 2018 Cottage Grove

May 30

So, just what is a kid to do?

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t comes to town around mid-June; the noise, that is. It starts as the joyful laughter of children as the cast away their books and burst out of our schools onto the streets and into the parks, free of classes and homework for two whole months. But more often than not, by July 1, the sound has changed into worried parents hoping to keep those school-free children busy and entertained. Luckily, they live in Cottage Grove.

The city is filled with opportunities for kids to learn, laugh and relax after nine long months of school. Local groups offer day-time activities and reading programs to keep their brains sharp for that next grade level. Cottage Grove is also home to acres and acres of parks and through the summer, traveling events such as the fair, come to town offering yet another outlet for kids to enjoy themselves.

Summer Safety Tips for Children The Cottage Grove Police Department provides some quick safety tips for children this summer: If children are home alone and are allowed to answer the phone, they should never tell the caller that they are home alone. Make sure that the child has a list of phone numbers (neighbors, friends, family) that they can call if they should become frightened or in the event of an emergency. Assure that they know how to call 911 and when it is appropriate to do so.

Also establish a schedule for the child to check in with mom or dad.

Establish house rules for use of the computer, especially the Internet. The computer can be a valuable learning tool, but is not a good babysitter. Make sure the child knows never to give out personal information on the computer.

So, while eight weeks sounds like a lot of time, Cottage Grove and Lane County have so many summer activities, families will be hard-pressed to fit everything in before the kids go back to school.

Children should always be required to check in with a parent or trusted contact person before leaving the house and when returning home.

Please find a basic offering of traditional summer activities offered throughout town and have a safe, happy and healthy summer!

Teach your children that it is best to be in a group of friends when going places. When using public restrooms, go as a group. There is safety in numbers.

Caitlyn May Editor, Cottage Grove Sentinel

Parents should know the route the child will be taking to and from a given location. Remind the child never to take shortcuts or deviate from the route agreed upon.

Make sure that your children know never to talk to anyone that they don’t know. They should be comfortable talking to you about things that may have happened that they aren’t sure how to handle or things that make them uncomfortable.

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Indoor Activities Library Tours Playgrounds Swimming Disc Golf Outdoor Actvities Hiking and Waterfalls Local Family Events Kids Camps The 2018 What’s A Kid To Do? is produced and published by the Cottage Grove Sentinel, 116 N. Sixth Street, Cottage Grove, OR 97424 Phone: Fax: E-mail: Mailing address:

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WHAT'S A KID TO DO 2018

Local Family Friendly Events...

2018 Summer/Fall Events

MINER’S BREAKFAST ON THE SADDLE July 15, 6am Info: 541-942-9044

COTTAGE GROVE HIGH SCHOOL AND KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATIONS. CGHS graduates at 2 p.m. Saturday, June 9 at Cottage Grove High School. Kennedy graduation happens June 9 at 10 a.m.

TRI AT THE GROVE TRIATHLON July 21st, race begins at 8 a.m.

Cottage Grove Lake info: www.triatthegrove.com.

GRAN FONDO BIKE RACE Sunday, June 2nd. 8:30am Downtown Cottage Grove Up to a 117-mile cycle race beginning on Main Street and ending at Bohemia Park in downtown Cottage Grove.

RELAY FOR LIFE June 23rd, 12 p.m. to 12 a.m.

Bohemia Park Contact: Rick Moore, 541-953-6222 5th ANNUAL WINGS AND WHEELS June 23rd 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Third annual car and plane show at Cottage Grove Airport. info: 541-767-0244 70th ANNUAL COTTAGE GROVE RODEO July 13th & 14th, Rodeo Grounds BOHEMIA MINING DAYS July 19th-21st Festival celebrates Cottage Grove’s mining heritage, offers family fun. Coiner Park.

Info: 541-942-5064 GOLD RUSH 5K RUN/WALK July 13, 9 p.m. Downtown Cottage Grove.

Info: 541-731-9284 SWIFT FLY-IN July 13th-15th, Public Viewing Aug. 14th.

Gathering of antique planes at Cottage Grove Airport. info: 541-767-0244.

40TH ANIMAL HOUSE REUNION AND TOGA PARTY Aug. 18th Parade 11am, Movie Showing 12pm in the Cottage Grove Armoy - Toga Party gates open at 4pm in Bohemia Park (tickets required for entry)

EUGENE SYMPHONY July 23rd, 7:30 p.m.

Free concert at Bohemia Park. info: 541-942-5501.

ANTIQUE MOTORCYCLE CLUB OF AMERICA SHOW ‘N’ SHINE July 28th Cottage Grove Airport MAIN STREET CHILI COOK OFF Saturday, July 28th, noon-4 p.m.

Main Street.

Fun and friendly chili cooking competition with awards for people’s choice and judges’ choice chilis.

Info: Chamber of Commerce 541-942-2411 ROCK, ROLL & RUMBLE CAR CRUISE July 28th, 6-8 p.m.

Show & Shine downtown, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Cruise starts at Cottage Grove High School.

Dance 8:30-11:30 p.m., 5th and Main 40th ANNUAL JIM WRIGHT MEMORIAL STEARMAN FLY-IN Aug. 3rd-5th. info: 541-767-0244.

WOE-HERITAGE FAIR 2018 Aug. 17th-19th Fri-Sat: 10 a.m.-10 p.m.

Sun 10 a.m.-4 p.m.

WOE Fairgrounds info: 541-942-6150 www.woeheritagefair.com

THE GREAT OREGON HOMEBUILT FESTIVAL Sept 1st-3rd Cottage Grove Airport

Cottage Grove Speedway 2018 Schedule 6/1/2018 KART RACE - FREE GENERAL ADMISSION Pee Wee, 5HP Intermediate, 125cc, 250cc, Open Kage, Micros 6/2/2018 DRIVER APPRECIATION NIGHT Late Models, Limited Sprints, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Street Stocks, Hornets 6/8/2018 $5 FAST FRIDAY IMCA Modifieds, PHRA Dwarf Cars 6/9/2018 KID’S NIGHT - KIDS 12 AND UNDER FREE 360 Sprints, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Street Stocks, PHRA Dwarf Cars 6/15/2018 KART RACE - FREE GENERAL ADMISSION Pee Wee, 5HP Intermediate, 125cc, 250cc, Open Kage, Micros 6/16/2018 DAD’S NIGHT - DADS FREE WHEN THEY BRING THEIR KIDS Wingless Sprints: Wingless Sprint Series Late Models, IMCA Modifieds, Hornets, Super Sports

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6/23/2018 WALLBANGER CUP - ISCS SPRINTS Late Models, Limited Sprints, Street Stocks, Hornets 6/25/2018 MODIFIED SPEEDWEEK IMCA Modifieds, Street Stocks 6/26/2018 MODIFIED SPEEDWEEK IMCA Modifieds, Hornets 6/29/2018 KART RACE - FREE GENERAL ADMISSION Pee Wee, 5HP Intermediate, 125cc, 250cc, Open Kage, Micros 6/30/2018 LADIES NIGHT - LADIES 18+ FREE Late Models, Limited Sprints, IMCA SportMods, Street Stocks, Hornets 7/4/2018 INDEPENDENCE DAY - FIREWORKS Late Models, Limited Sprints, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Hornets 7/7/2018 HERZ PRECISION PARTS WINGLESS NATIONALS Wingless Sprints: Wingless Sprint Series IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Hornets 7/13/2018 WESTERN SPRINT TOUR SPEEDWEEK 360 Sprints: Western Sprint Tour Late Models, Hornets 7/14/2018 WESTERN SPRINT TOUR SPEEDWEEK FINALE 360 Sprints: Western Sprint Tour Late Models, Street Stocks, Hornets 7/20/2018 MARK HOWARD MEMORIAL MODIFIED NATIONALS IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Street Stocks

7/21/2018 MARK HOWARD MEMORIAL MODIFIED NATIONALS Limited Sprints, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Street Stocks 7/27/2018 KART RACE - FREE GENERAL ADMISSION Pee Wee, 5HP Intermediate, 125cc, 250cc, Open Kage, Micros 7/28/2018 DOLLAR DAYS - $1.00 GENERAL ADMISSION - ISCS SPRINTS Limited Sprints, IMCA SportMods, Street Stocks, Hornets 8/3/2018 SUMMER THUNDER SPRINT SERIES 360 Sprints, IMCA Modifieds, Street Stocks 8/4/2018 SUMMER THUNDER SPRINT SERIES 360 Sprints, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Street Stocks 8/10/2018 $5 FAST FRIDAY Late Models, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods 8/11/2018 LOGGER’S CUP Late Models, IMCA Modifieds, Hornets, Super Sports

Late Models, Limited Sprints, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Hornets 9/1/2018 MIKE LYONS MEMORIAL KAGE KART KING OF THE WEST Pee Wee, 5HP Intermediate, 125cc, 250cc, Open Kage 9/2/2018 MIKE LYONS MEMORIAL KAGE KART KING OF THE WEST Pee Wee, 5HP Intermediate, 125cc, 250cc, Open Kage 9/8/2018 BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT - K-12 STUDENTS FREE Late Models, Limited Sprints, Street Stocks, Hornets, PHRA Dwarf Cars 9/14/2018 KART RACE - FREE GENERAL ADMISSION Pee Wee, 5HP Intermediate, 125cc, 250cc, Open Kage, Micros 9/15/2018 RACE SEASON FINALE - CHAMPIONS CROWNED Late Models, Limited Sprints, IMCA Modifieds, IMCA SportMods, Street Stocks, Hornets 9/21 & 22/2018 MALICIOUS MONSTER TRUCK TOUR

8/14/2018 ISCS WEEK OF SPEED - ISCS SPRINTS Limited Sprints, PHRA Dwarf Cars 8/24/2018 KART RACE - FREE GENERAL ADMISSION Pee Wee, 5HP Intermediate, 125cc, 250cc, Open Kage, Micros 8/25/2018 HISTORICAL NIGHT

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Staying Safe in the Heat

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his summer, enjoy your time outside while staying safe by taking proper precautions to protect yourself from the heat.

As the temperatures rise, the American Red Cross reminds us that hot cars can be deadly. Remember to never leave your children or pets in a vehicle, as interiors can quickly reach 120 degrees. You should always make it a habit to check your back

seat before leaving the car. According to the organization No Heat Stroke, 743 children have died due to pediatric vehicular heatstroke since 1998. These deaths all could have been prevented.

Don’t forget these other safety tips to keep you and yours safe during your summer adventures.

Importance of Water Staying hydrated is important all year but

can be especially crucial during summertime. When your body temperature rises, you need more fluids. The American Heart Association says that keeping the body hydrated helps the heart more easily pump blood through vessels and muscles.

It is easy to confuse thirst and dehydration. In fact, the AHA says that if you’re thirsty, you’re already dehydrated. Rather than monitoring those levels, they recommend monitoring the color of your urine – pale and clear means healthy hydration and dark means you need more fluids.

While enjoying the summer weather, it is important to replace the sweat you will perspire during outdoor activities.

Wear Sunscreen The sun is a welcome sight for many Americans who face brutal winters and chilly springs. Even though it provides us with many benefits, it is crucial to protect our skin with proper sunscreen.

According to the American Academy of Dermatology, one in five Americans will develop skin cancer in their lifetime.

Follow these recommendations from the Academy when choosing the sun block to keep you safe.

• Choose broad-spectrum protection that protects against UVA and UVB rays.

• Only use a product with an SPF of 30 or higher.

• Sunscreen must be water resistant.

The sun’s rays are not the only way people contract skin cancer. Artificial rays from tanning beds also have dangerous effects on Americans. Check local salons for other options, like spray tans, for getting a truly healthy summer glow.

Watch the Mercury Prolonged exposure to hot temperatures can cause heat exhaustion, heat cramps and even heat stroke. This is caused when your body tries to cool itself by pushing blood to the surface of your skin. As a result, important components like your brain and other organs don’t get the flow they require to operate correctly. Pay attention to how hot it is and, most importantly, how you are feeling. If you have to stay outside, check your local sporting goods stores for products to help keep your cool.

Cottage Grove Summer Reading Program

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isit any the Cottage Grove Public Library Wednesday, June 20th for the Summer Reading Program Kickoff beginning at 2:30pm. There will be free books, art activities and ice cream courtesy of Umpqua Bank.

Specail Programs all Summer Long: Bilingual Story Times PreSchool Story Times Lego Club STEAM Club Recorder Lessons Kids Ukulele Friday Field Trips Summer Reading Special Guest: U of O Museum of Natural & Culltural History and much more.....

July 24 Movie: July 31 Hip Hop with the Health Hub August 7 Movie: August 14 'Picture Book' Karaoke: Belt out popular picture book rhymes to your favorite musical genre- rock, pop, trap, ballad, etc.

August 21 - Interactive audience version of Beauty and the Beast

Offering Summer Fitness Classes For The Whole Family!

Here’s how it works! Every summer, the Cottage Grove Public Library aloing with many wonderful sponsors provide a Summer Reading Program to encourage children to read for fun. Children can sign up at athe Cottage Grove Public Library on June 20, 2018.

Teens (entering 6th-12th grade) Tuesdays 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

June 26 Movie: Interactive audience version of The Little Mermaid July 3 Makey Makey: Create your own songs with any electrically conductive object (including yourself)!

July 10 Movie: July 17 Pop-up Music Challenge: Can you guess the song?

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Stargazing in the Summer

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elaxing on a summer evening to stare in wonder at the universe above us is a tradition many families enjoy. The background of shooting stars and beautiful constellations will lead to lifelong memories for everyone. Stars are not the only thing you’ll notice during a summer stargaze.

In fact, NASA says you can easily notice several satellites as they pass overhead.

The International Space Station and flareups of a passing Iridium satellite are the most noticeable.

Gazing Tips Depending on where you live, summer nights may still feel brisk and chill. Especially if you are planning to stargaze far from home, make sure you pack extra supplies and follow the advice from NASA for a successful adventure.

Bring a blanket and extra clothes: Areas like deserts and mountains can cool down drastically, even if the temperatures were warm all day. Bring along an extra set of clothing and a blanket to wrap yourself up in or to lie on and enjoy the view overhead.

Bring bug spray: Spending much time outdoors introduces risks of contracting illnesses from mosquitoes and other insects. Make sure you have enough repellent for everyone in your group.

Check your local sporting goods store for a selection of products for all ages.

Plan for rain: Rain can be unpredictable during the summer. Don’t let the water ruin your fun or equipment. Plan to bring along plenty of rain-repelling clothing and protection for your stargazing tools.

Whether you choose to stargaze in your own backyard or travel to a desolate location, you will be treated to a rewarding experience.

Don’t Blink You don’t necessarily need expensive equipment to enjoy a night of stargazing.

Especially if you’re new to the hobby, it’s best to gauge your interest by watching the sky with your naked eye. Learn how to find popular constellations like the Big Dipper, Little Dipper, Scorpius and the Summer Triangle. You will also be dazzled by shooting stars and meteor showers. Educate yourself on the legends of the star patterns to impress your gazing partners and teach children about the stories behind the constellations.

Cottage Grove Public Library

DAY CAMPS

* Family Fun Picnic (Ages 3-6) * Nature for Kids (Ages 7-12) * Teen Adventures (Ages 13-17)

MIDDLEFIELD GOLF COURSE KIDS CAMP 6 Week Youth Golf Camp Monday June 25th - August 3rd.

3PM Mondays and Wednesdays Ages 9-14 • Cost: $30

FREE All-Day Adventure FREE Trips to “Wilderness” Areas

This camp is for all abilities, from beginner through advanced golfers and is taught by members of the Middlefield Golf Course Men’s and Women’s Clubs!

If a golfer does not have clubs, that’s ok, we have everything they need to learn golf.

* Kayaking * Hiking * Beachcombing * Yoga * Art * Crafts * Canoeing * Biking *Whitewater Rafting * Food * More Stop by the Cottage Grove Public Library to reserve your spot.

Call Middlefield Golf Course now to register for camp 541-942-8730

Near Cottage Grove

541-942-3828

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Deep-Space Attractions If you have a pair of binoculars or a telescope handy, they can show you parts of space that aren’t visible to the naked eye. NASA recommends looking for great globular clusters in Hercules and Scorpius, the elusive Veil Nebula and the Ring Nebula.

Cottage Grove Public Library Summer Reading Program Wednesday June 20, 2:30-4:30pm FREE BOOKS FREE ICE CREAM PROGRAMS GOODIES BAGS

“Libraries Rock!”

541-942-3828

North Douglas Summer Events

Elkton Community Education Cener June 3: Morning Workshop: Bees & Butterflies as

Pollinators June 17: Annual Butterfly Run / Blooms & Butterflies Celebration July 8: Family Fun & Fiber Art at Fort Umpqua July 20: BBQ Picnic Community Dinner July 15: Backyard Butterfly & Caterpillar ID Workshop July29-30: “Flutestock” Native American flute music festival August 19-20: Mountain Man Encampment at Fort Umpqua September 2-3: Fort Umpqua Days (Outpost Café closes for season 9/3) September 30: Oktoberfest

Yoncalla June 6

Open House/ Movie Night 5-8:30pm North Douglas Fire and EMS Station #2 (Yoncalla) 6:30pm Movie will be Trolls July 2 11:00 – Kids Pet Parade on Main Street Noon – 4:00 PM – Kids Play Time at Rodeo Grounds 8:00 PM – Band at the Why Not July 3 Noon – Kid’s events at Rodeo Grounds 1:00 – 5:00 PM – 62nd Annual Yoncalla Rodeo facebook.com/rodeoyoncalla 7:00 PM – Main Street Dance July 4 8:00 AM – Registration for the car show at the Yoncalla High School Grounds 9:00 AM – Parade Registration 10:30 AM – Community Parade with 80+ entries Noon – Kid’s events at the Rodeo Grounds 1:00 – 5:00 PM – 62nd Annual Yoncalla Rodeo 5:00 – 6:00 PM – Free Ice Cream Social at the Yoncalla Community Center At the Yoncalla High School Grounds: 6:30 – 8:30 PM – Pioneer Kids Games 6:00 – 9:00 PM – Entertainment 9:45 PM – FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA! Over 2100 shells!

August 4 Yoncalla Summer Fesitval 10am-10pm August 25 Open House/ Movie Night 5-8:30pm North Douglas Fire and EMS Station #1 (Yoncalla) 6:30pm Movie will be Home

Drain Friday's

First Friday Art Show 5-7pm at DIVA 128 C Ave. Saturday's Family Fun Time 1-3pm at DIVA 128 C Ave. June 2 Open House/ Movie Night 5-8:30pm North Douglas Fire and EMS Station #1 (Drain) 6:30pm Movie will be Firehouse Dog August 18 Open House/ Movie Night 5-8:30pm North Douglas Fire and EMS Station #2 (Drain) 6:30pm Movie will be Ferdinand July 27-28 North Douglas County Fair (behind the Civic Center)

North Douglas Memorial Pool ND Pool Swim Lesson Sign-ups Sat., June 2, 9am-Noon

for NDPR District patrons and from 1-3 pm for Out-ofDistrict patrons Sign-ups for the 2018 ND Pool Swim Lesson Season will take place Sat., June 2 in the ND Pool Lobby.

Cash, Check or Credit/Debit Card will be accepted.

2018 Pool Fees Rec Swim/Lap Swim/Parent-Child Swim In district - $2.00 Out-of-District - $2.50 Aerobics In-District - $2.75 or 10 for $25 Out-of-District - $3.25 or 10 for $30 Punch Cards (Excludes Lessons & Aerobics) In-District - 20 punches - $30, Out-of-District - 20 punches - $35, 40 punches - $50, 40 punches - $55 Season Pass In-District - 2-4 Family Members - $120, Out-of-District - 2-4 Family Members - $130, 5+ Family Members $160, 5+ Family Members - $170

Free Summer Science and Engineering Camps Expanding Horizons Career & Technical Education sum-

mer camps will be offering Douglas County middle school students the chance to explore various career paths. Experiences this year will focus on such topics as technology, drafting, natural resources and rocketry. All camps are also being supported by the Umpqua Valley STEAM Hub. Camps be held at multiple locations throughout the county. All camps are free, with breakfast and lunch provided for most. Transportation options are also available for several camps, which are each one week long. Students entering sixth-grade, seventh-grade, eighth-grade and ninth-grade are invited to participate.

Camps for middle school students include: Business Leadership, June 18-22 at Roseburg High School; Exploring the Trades, July 9-13 at Yoncalla Middle/High School, and July 16-19 at Phoenix School in Roseburg; Technology and Manufacturing, June 18-22 at Roseburg High School; Natural Resources, July 16-19 at Phoenix School; Drafting and Production Design, *July 9-12 at Riddle High School (*note date change from June 25-28); Space Exploration & Rocketry (sponsored in partnership with NASA and Northwest Earth and Space Sciences Pipeline), July 9-12 at Cobb School; and July 23-26 at Yoncalla Elementary School.

Partners include Douglas Education Service District, Roseburg Public Schools, Phoenix School, Umpqua Community College, Riddle School District, Yoncalla School District, Cobb School and multiple businesses and industries. Please refer to the complete list of camps and locations below: Middle School Camps - (all camps 1 week long) EXPLORING THE TRADES at Yoncalla Middle/High School July 9-13 8:30am-2:30pm SPACE EXPLORATION & ROCKETRY at Yoncalla Elementary School 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., July 23-26 If you have any questions about our camps, please email umpquavalleysteamhub@gmail.com or call 541-7848622

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Outdoor Activities- Hiking and Waterfalls...

Please read the ratings and length when deciding your family hike. Some may be suitable for stollers and others better for the older children.

Waterfalls:

Spirit Falls Type of Falls: Fan Trail Length: 0.35 mile Rating: Difficult Aptly named, this 60-foot waterfall somehow seems surreal, with water from Alex Creek rushing through moss-covered bedrock.

Directions: From I-5 at Cottage Grove (Exit 174), travel east on Row River Road 19.4 miles to junction of Layng Creek Road (#17) and Brice Creek Road (#2470/22). Turn left on Layng Creek Road (#17), traveling 9.0 miles to gravel Road #1790. Turn right and continue 0.1 mile to Spirit Falls Trailhead.

Moon Falls Type of Falls: Fan Trail Length: 0.5 mile Rating: Easy This spectacular 125-foot waterfall ranges from a plunging torrent during the spring rains to a lacy cascade in the summer.

Directions: From I-5 at Cottage Grove (Exit 174), travel east on Row River Road 19.4 miles to junction of Layng Creek Road (#17) and Brice Creek Road (#2470/22). Turn left on Layng Creek Road (#17), traveling 9.0 miles to gravel Road #1790. Turn right and continue 0.3 mile to Road #1702. Turn left, traveling 2.8 miles to Road 1702-728. Follow Road 1701-728 for 0.3 mile before turning left on Road 1702-203. Continue 0.1 mile to trailhead. Moon Falls Trail #1423 leads to the base of the falls.

Brice Creek Falls Type of Falls: Punchbowl and Cascade Trail Length: 0.3 mile Rating: Easy The Brice Creek corridor is a scenic, rocky canyon with numerous small waterfalls and pools in the creek. One area along Brice Creek includes several small falls that share the same plunge pool.

Directions: From I-5 at Cottage Grove (Exit 174), travel east on Row River Road 19.4 miles to junction of Layng Creek Road (#17) and Brice Creek Road (#22470/22). Turn right on Brice Creek Road and continue 4.7 miles on Road 22 to Cedar Creek Campground. Follow the Brice Creek Trail #1403 up-stream to numerous small waterfalls.

Trestle Creek Falls Type of Falls: Fan Trail Length: 0.6 mile

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Rating: Moderate Enjoy this scenic 60-foot waterfall nestled in a moss-covered rock grotto surrounded by a towering old-growth forest.

Directions: From I-5 at Cottage Grove (Exit 174), travel east on Row River Road 19.4 miles to junction of Layng Creek Road (#17) and Brice Creek Road (#2470/22). Turn right on Brice Creek Road, traveling 8.3 miles. Park at Brice/ Champion Creek Trailhead just before the bridge. Cross bridge to Brice Creek Trail #1403, hiking 0.4 mile to Trestle Creek Falls Trail #1403C. Continue for 0.25 mile to falls.

Upper Trestle Creek Falls Type of Falls: Tiered Trail Length: 2.6 miles (loop) Rating: Difficult Take this unique opportunity to walk behind a 65-foot tiered waterfall.

Directions: From I-5 at Cottage Grove (Exit 174), travel east on Row River Road 19.4 miles to junction of Layng Creek Road (#17) and Brice Creek Road (#2470/22). Continue straight on Brice Creek Road, traveling 8.3 miles to the Brice/Champion Creek Trailhead just before the bridge. There is parking and a vault toilet at this location. Walk across the bridge, pass Brice Creek Trailhead and continue 50 feet to Upper Trestle Creek Trailhead.

Pinard Falls Type of Falls: Tiered Trail Length: 0.6 mile Rating: Difficult The trail goes downslope 0.6 miles to a viewpoint and resting bench that offers a beautiful view of the 105-foot waterfall.

Directions: From I-5 at Cottage Grove (Exit 174), travel east on Row River Road 19.4 miles to junction of Layng Creek Road (#17) and Brice Creek Road (2470/22). Turn left on Layng Creek Road (#17), travelling 9.0 miles to gravel road #1790. Turn right and continue 3.6 miles to Pinard Falls Trailhead.

Parker Falls Type of Falls: Fan Trail Length: 0.8 mile Rating: Difficult Following parts of an old trail used by early rangers, this narrow, rocky, main trail leads to the Lower (35-foot) and Upper Parker (40-foot) waterfalls.

Directions: From I-5 at Cottage Grove (Exit 174), travel east on Row River

Road 19.4 miles to junction of Layng Creek Road (#17) and Brice Creek Road (#2470/22). Turn right on Brice Creek Road (#2470/22), traveling 10.8 miles to turnout at west end of bridge crossing Brice Creek. Hike on Trail #1415 0.5 mile to lower falls, 0.8 mile to upper falls.

Hiking Trails:

Adams Mountain Way Length: 3.6 miles Use: hiking, mountain bike Degree of difficulty: most difficult Trailhead: Brice Creek Road No. 22 to Lund Park Campground.

This route was used by early miners traveling from Lund Park to Bohemia City. There is an occasional view of the Cascades from the trail.

Bohemia Mountain Trail Length: .8 miles Use: hiking Degree of difficulty: most difficult Trailhead: Bohemia Saddle located on Road No. 2460 Bohemia Mountain Trail leads up a steep grade to the rocky summit of Bohemia Mountain, the highest point on the Cottage Grove Ranger District providing excellent views of the Cascades, Mt. Hood and Mt. McLaughlin.

Bohemia National Recreation Length: 6.7 miles Use: hiking, horse, mountain and motor biking Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 23 to Shane Saddle on Road No. 2358.

This trail was built in 1864-65 as a mining route from the Oakland-Roseburg area to the Bohemia Mining District and reconstructed in 2008. Portions are designated as a historical National Recreation Trail.

Brice Creek Trail Length: 5.7 miles Use: hiking, mountain biking Degree of difficulty: easy to more difficult Trailhead: Brice Creek Road No. 22.

The east portion of the trail follows an abandoned flume built in the early 1900s to channel water to Lund Park, where electricity was produced for buildings and several mines.

Fairview Creek Trail Length: 3.0 miles

Use: hiking only Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Mineral Camp on Road No. 2460.

The trail parallels Fairview Creek, traveling through old-growth forests, steep rock walls and cascading streams.

Hardesty Way Length: 2.2 miles Use: hiking, mountain biking Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 1758 to Sawtooth Trail.

The original “way” trail has been abandoned but now the first 1.2 miles follows a gentle grade of a closed spur road offering an excellent mountain bike ride.

Knott Trail Length: 4.8 miles Use: hiking, mountain & motor biking Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 2241-760 to Road No. 2263-763.

This trail was built in 1871 by John Knott to haul mining equipment to Bohemia Mines.

Mount June Length: 1.1 miles Use: hiking only Degree of difficulty: most difficult Trailhead: Road No. 1721-941.

Mount June was once the site of a 50’ pole platform fire lookout station, circa 1920’s, later replaced by a 50’ wooden tower and cabin quarters. All structures have since been abandoned and destroyed however the view is still magnificent.

Sawtooth Length: 4.0 miles Use: hiking only Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 5840-550 to Mount June Trail This trail is located within the semi-primitive non-motorized recreation area of Hardesty Mountain.

Swordfern Length: 2.1 miles Use: hiking Degree of difficulty: more difficult Trailhead: Road No. 1700-420, Rujada Campground picnic area This trail travels through a beautiful stand of second growth Douglas fir and lush swordfern under story.

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Indoor Activities...

Warren H. Daugherty Aquatic Center

1440 S. Eighth St. Phone: 541-942-5533 Year-round indoor swimming pool at the old high school. Depth ranges from 3 to 10 feet and features include two one-meter diving boards. The pool offers times for open swims, family swims, lap swims and summer classes, as well as a swim team and water polo. Call for available times and fees. www.cottagegrovepool. com

Bowling

The Cottage Bowl

541-767-BOWL (2695), The Cottage Bowl at 740 Row River Rd, features an Arcade, 12 Synthetic Lanes, Bumper Bowling, Restaurant, full service pro shop, Oregon lottery, birthday parties, discount days and Leagues. Call for hours.

Cottage Grove Library

Summer Reading Program 2018

Starts: June 20 at 2:30pm Ages 0-18 Free Books, Free Ice Cream, Programs, Prizes Free Summer Library Card for Families with Kids

Fridays at 10:30am Stories, songs and crafts for Pre-schoolers

541-942-5022 Open Thursday through Saturday 1-4 p.m.

Bilingual Story Time

Cottage Grove Museum

Behind the Pages

July and August- watch for weekly art and craft days!

For 6th - 8th Gradeers Meets the 3rd Saturday of every month at 2:30pm

LEGO CLUB

Ages 4-12 Meets the 1st Wednesday of every month at 2:30pm

STEAM (Science Technology

Engineering Arts Math) Patricipate in a fun activity focusing on Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Mathematics.

OPen to K-12 students Meets 3rd Wednesday every month from 2:30-4pm

Pre-School Story Time

Mondays at 6:30pm Spanish and English, all ages welcome

Tour Opportunities:

Bohemia Gold Mining Museum

10th & Jefferson 541-942-5022 Open Thursday through Saturday 1-4 p.m.

Cottage Grove Genealogical Society

700 Gibbs 541-942-9570 Open Wednesday through Saturday 1-4 p.m. and Wednesday evening 6:30-9 p.m.

Corner of H St and Birch Ave 541-942-2369 Open June 15 through Labor Day: Wednesday through Sunday 1-4 p.m.

Oregon Aviation Historical Society

2475 Jim Wright Way 541-767-0244 Monday-Friday 10am-4pm Staurday 10am-4pm (May-September)

South Lane County Fire & Rescue

233 Harrison Ave If staffing is available- Open Saturdays

Cottage Grove Historical Society Library 10th & Jefferson

Outdoor Activities...

Swimming Holes

Local Playgrounds:

Sharp’s Creek Deep pools of cold, clear water and great rocks beckon divers of all skill levels. To reach the hole, follow Row River Road above Dorena to Sharp’s Creek Road and turn right. The recreation area is several miles down on the left.

Children love new playgrounds. Here is a list of local playgrounds to visit.

Corner of Third Street & Harrison Coiner Park Dorena Lake- Baker Bay Cottage Grove LakeCamp Ground and day use park on East Side of lake Ash Ave & N Street Creswell- North of Oregon Ave between 4th & 5th Streets Bohemia Park- Playground

Tarzan’s hole To reach the popular swimming site known as Tarzan’s hole, follow Main Street to Mosby Creek Road, and continue straight on Blue Mtn. School Rd. for a total of six and a half miles from town. It’s on the left. Always remember to be safe and wear your lifejackets.

Concerts in the Park

Concerts run Wednesday evenings, June 27th to August 29th from 6:30-8 p.m. at the amphitheater in Bohemia Park, a 14-acre park located along 10th Street.

June 27 Peter Riley Osborne & The Truckstop Handshakes (Rock/Blues) July 4 Fret Logic (Multi-Genres) July 11 Bradley Shepherd’s Perfect Flavor (Eclectic Covers & More)

July 18 Cowboy Cadillac (Country Rock)

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July 25 Blue Mountaineers (Country, Blues,

Bluegrass)

August 1 Calvary Creek (60’s & 70’s Folk Music) August 8 Blue Skies Big Band (Classic Swing Jazz) August 15 Annie Mae Rhodes Band (Country Bluegrass, Folk & Gospel)

August 22 The Men From S.U.R.F. (60’s Surf & Hot

Rod)

August 29 Gabe Schliffer & Sugar Pine String Band (Bluegrass)

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Sign-up NOW for Cottage Grove Public Library Summer Trips for Kids. Sign-ups will continue during regular library hours.

What to Bring: A Smile, water, sunscreen, bathing suit and towel, shoes for hiking, shoes for water fun (like walking in a creek), plastic bag for wet items, hat or cap for sun protection, lip balm and a day pack to carry all of your items with your name on it.

Lunch and snacks provided.

What not to Bring: Electronic devises, *Our leaders will have cell phones with them for emergencies*

Family Fun Picnic

is a Picnic at Dorena Lake for Kids 3-6 years old!* FRIDAY JUNE 22, 10AM-2PM Parents and kids will ride a school bus to Dorena Lake and will have a fun-filled picnic at Baker Bay Park. *kids must be accompanied by parent or grandparent

Nature for Kids 2018

*FREE* The Cottage Grove Public Library Presents:*FREE* ALL-DAY ADVENTURES FOR YOUTH 7-12 YEARS FRIDAY, JUNE 6: DORENA LAKE *BIKING*SWIMMING*KAYAKING*CANOEING*ART*FOOD* FRIDAY, JULY 20: SPIRIT FALLS *HIKING*CREEK EXPLORATION*YOGA*ART*FOOD* FRIDAY, AUGUST 3: RUJADA *FOREST HIKING* CREEK EXPLORATION*YOGA*ART*FOOD* FRIDAY, AUGUST 17: RAPTOR CENTER/AMAZON POOL *BIRDS OF PREY*NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM*AMAZON PARK & POOL

Teen Adventure 2018

*FREE* The Cottage Grove Public Library Presents: *FREE* ALL-DAY ADVENTURES FOR TEENS 13-17 YEARS FRIDAY, JUNE 29: DORENA LAKE *BIKING*KAYAKING*SWIMMING*YOGA*ART*FOOD* FRIDAY, JULY 13: MCKENZIE RIVER *WHITE WATER RAFTING*SWIMMING*HIKING*FOOD* FRIDAY, JULY 27: WILDLIFE SAFARI-GIRAFFE ENCOUNTER *WILD ANIMALS*SWIMMING*YOGA*ART*FOOD FRIDAY, AUGUST 10: OREGON COAST *SANDBOARDING*SWIMMING*BEACH*SEA LIONS*FOOD*

Disc Golf

This is a great opportunity for the family to enjoy the outdoors and have some fun.

With the trails pretty open a stroller can be maneuvered around the course. You can either bring your own basic disc (It's recommend that the cheaper version be used for the children, as there are places that the disc will not be recoverable) or you can purchase a disc golf Frisbee. We found a good selection at the Chevron station on Gateway.

The North Regional Disc Golf Course is located near Cottage Grove Speedway and Middlefield Golf Course. The course features 18 par-three holes and draws visitors from other communities to Cottage Grove during the warmer months. The course is described as “moderately hilly and moderately wooded.” It starts just south of the waste water treatment plant on North Douglas Road, then runs east, abutting the Cottage Grove Connector and Interstate 5. More information can be obtained by emailing communityservices@cottagegrove.org.

We have Camps for Grades 2nd through 12th!

July 1-5 • Junior 1 camp (Grade 4-5) July 6-8 • First Chance Camp (Grade 2-3) July 8-13 • Middle School 1 Camp (Grade 6-8) 8) July 15-20 • Junior 2 Camp (Grade 4-5) July 22-27 • High School Camp Aug 5-10 • Middle School 2 Camp (Grade 6-8) 10

Find More Information at grovechristiancamp.com or call 541-946-1662 37028 Shoreview Dr. Dorena, OR 97434 WHAT'S A KID TO DO 2018

Kid Camps...

South Valley Athletics Camps

Cheer camp - 7/16/18 - 7/20/18 9:30am to 11:30am, Riverside Church The coaches and kids will be walking in the Bohemia Mining Days parade on 7/21/18 Grades K-6th (2018-2019 school year) REGISTER NOW THRU 6/29/17 $40 Volleyball camp: 6/18-20, 7/23-25, 8/27-29 5:00 - 8pm, Riverside Church Grades 3rd thru 6th (2018-2019 school year) REGISTER 6/1/18 THRU 8/10/18 $40, register and pay for first two, get third for $10 Tennis camp: 8/13/18 - 8/17/18 9am - 11am, Coiner Park tennis courts Grades Kindergarten thru 12th (2017-2018 school year) REGISTER BY 7/17/18 $50 Call/text 541-942-3079; email southvalleyathletics@gmail.comor check our website for more information!

Cottage Grove High School camps Please contact the person listed for each individual camp.

Basketball camp Kids currently in grades 3-8 Boys- 9am - 12pm, June 18-20 Girls- 9am - 12pm, July 9-12 CGHS main gym, Cost: TBA Volleyball Kids Camp June 26 - 28, 9am-Noon.

Location: TBD, Cost: TBA Football camp Kids entering grades K-5 & 6-12 When: Monday, August 6-9 Grades K-5 - 6pm - 7:30pm, Grades 6-12 - 8am - 10am CGHS Harold White Stadium, Cost: TBA

Cottage Theatre

Skit Camp A half-day theatre camp for ages 5* to 8 Please note that 5-year-olds must have COMPLETED kindergarten to enroll in this camp.

June 25 - 29, 2018 / 9:00 am to 11:30 am Learn all about acting, singing, and dancing in this fun-filled camp designed especially for younger performers. SKIT Camp (Summer Kids in Theatre) is appropriate for beginning performers; absolutely no prior experience is necessary. At the end of the

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week, students will share their new skills in an informal performance for family members. SKIT Camp tuition is $75.

S.P.A.R.K. A one-week performing arts academy especially for ages 9 to 11 June 18 - 22, 2018 / weekdays 9:00 am to 2:00 pm S.P.A.R.K. stands for Stupendous Performing Academy for Real Kids. In this weeklong camp, young actors will learn about themselves and develop their strengths as performers. Participants will receive a thorough grounding in acting, singing, and movement technique and then work together to create their own original production to be presented on the Cottage Theatre stage. S.P.A.R.K. tuition is $150.

Melodrama Camp Ages 12-14 July 10-21 9 a.m.-3A full-day theatre performance camp for ages 12 to 14 NOTE: This camp is FULL as of 5/10/18.

July 9 - 20, 2018 / weekdays 9:00 am to 3:30 pm with performances on July 20 & 21 at 7:00 pm and July 22 at 2:30 pm In this performance camp, students will rehearse and present an original melodrama (with roles for all campers) in three public performances on the Cottage Theatre stage. (Participation in all three performances is required.) This camp will also include instruction in acting, singing, and dance technique. Melodrama camp tuition of $250 includes a t-shirt, snacks and one complimentary ticket to the melodrama.

Additional tickets will be available at $7 each.

Grove Music Camp

Instrumental & Voice June 28-July 21 Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 9-11 a.m. Beginner Group (students with a year of experience) 10 a.m.-12 p.m. Advanced Group 9students with two or more years of experience) Final Performance: Chours Wednesday uly 20, 7pm and Band Thursday, July 21, 7 p.m.

Help expose your students to a variety of musical experiences and encourage them to continue building their musical skills during the summer.

Registration Information: Register on or before June 10 for only $25. Registration after this date will be $30. This six-week long camp will be held at the First Presbyterian Church of Cottage Grove on Tuesdays, Wednesdyas and Thursdays. Instruments may be rented at the camp for $30 to accommodate students who do not have access to one.

Registration forms are available at Lincoln Middle School, Cottage Grove High School, Creswell Middle and High Schools and the First Presbyterian Church of Cottage Grove. Please return forms to Cottage Grove High School for Gabe Dickison or Lincoln Midle School for Joanna Newton or bring them on the first day of camp!

This camp is not affiliated with the First Presbyterian Church. The elders of the church graciously donate the use of the building to help bring music to the youth of the area.

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