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Meet our physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants and specialty providers at www.tvhcare.org

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he main sponsor of this guide is TVRA, or Teton Valley Recreation Association. TVRA is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization with a mission of providing Teton Valley with wide array of recreation and competitive sports programs, for both youth and adults. This is a volunteer organization. It has worked with the City of Driggs Park and Recreation department in determining needs assessments and has

helped fund field and facility upgrades to some of the City’s parks. TVRA continues to work on current and future needs in the cities of Victor, Driggs and Tetonia. TVRA relies on fundraisers and donations to keep the cost of programs down and to maintain playing fields and parks. For more information, you can contact TVRA at tvra@silverstar. com or by mail at: TVRA, PO Box 259, Driggs, ID 83422.

Programs under TVRA: • Fall Recreational Youth Soccer (formerly Teton Basin Youth Soccer or TBYS)

• Teton FC—Competitive Soccer • Jr. Jazz Youth Basketball • Adult Summer Softball League • Adult Winter Volleyball League • Volleyball Club of the Teton (VBCT) • Adult Winter Basketball—Open Gym • Adult Winter Volleyball—Open Gym • Yama Judo • Teton Gym

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Baseball (Teton Valley Baseball and Softball Association) Youth baseball is organized under Teton Valley Baseball and Softball Association (TVBSA). T-Ball (ages 5-6) The goal of t-ball is to teach the fundamentals of baseball, fielding and hitting in a supportive team environment. Batters hit the ball from a tee. Rookie/Coach Pitch (ages 7-8 ) players at this level learn basic skills and how and where to make plays. Coaches pitch to the batters and all players bat each game and play every inning in the field.

}} The programs in this Valley are ALWAYS looking for volunteers to help out in a wide range of capacities including, but not limited to: coaches, assistant coaches, referees/umpires, team parents, board members, linesmen et al.

Minors (ages 9-10) This level builds on fundamentals and team participation. Competitiveness is secondary to providing a variety of playing opportunities in order that the fundamentals are established and play can be taken to the next level. Majors (ages 11-12) The majors play competitive ball while recognizing the goal of teaching fundamentals and good sportsmanship as well as insure that players receive an opportunity to develop skills under game conditions. Babe Ruth (ages 13-15, as of May 1st) Babe Ruth Baseball is a competitive traveling league bound by the rules of Babe Ruth Baseball. The boys will play at home and travel to Rexburg, St. Anthony and Sugar City for their regular season and tournaments. The boys must commit to help fundraise and find sponsors. Registration: Deadline is April 6. Registration during Jr. Jazz basketball games at RUES from 3:45-6 p.m. or online at www. tvbsa.clubspaces.com When: Season begins first week in May Draft takes place second week of April. SUPER SATURDAY is April 28. All teams, players and coaches meet at Driggs City Park and receive uniforms and meet their teams. Fees: T-Ball—$30, Rookie—$35, Minors—$50, Majors—$50. $5 off each additional family member. Babe Ruth—$75 (does not include uniform, travel or other registration fees.) Contact: Dave Lienert (208) 787-0098 or at tetonbaseball@gmail.com.

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All Stars (ages 9-12) Two post season all star teams are organized. Selections are made on a try-out basis. This is a competitive, traveling team program. Ballplayers participating in post-season play are usually interested in further refining their baseball skills and competing against all star teams from the region. All Star season usually begins in late June and extends to early August.

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Basketball Junior Jazz is a fantastic youth basketball program for boys and girls in grades 1-6. The program is sponsored by the NBAâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Utah Jazz and consists of an instructional program for grades 1 and 2 and league play for grades 3-6. ______________________________________ Grades 1-2: Instructional. Includes dribbling, shooting and passing skill development with some scrimmages. Fee: $25. Discounts available for each additional child. ______________________________________ Grades 3-6. League play. Skill development, rules and strategies. Teams are divided into girls and boys, 3rd and 4th grades and 5th and 6th grades. Fee: $40. Discounts available for each additional child. ______________________________________ Registration: late January early February. To register, download the registration form at www.tetonvalleyrecreation.org, and mail it with your payment to: TVRA, PO Box 259 Driggs, ID 83422

}} TVBSA is currently for volunteer board members to help run the programs. If we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t have the volunteers, this program is in jeopardy of continuing. Please consider joining the board or coaching.

You may also drop the form and payment by the TVRA office, behind Dark Horse Books, located at 76 North Main in Driggs. When: Mid-February through March Where: All games are played at Rendezvous Upper Elementary School gym. Contact: Lindsey Anderson (801) 369-5587 lindseyande@gmail.com In addition to the registration form, please download the Junior Jazz Code of Conduct form, the 2011 Junior Jazz Rules.

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Climbing—Teton Rock Gym Once up and runnning, Teton Rock Gym (TRG) provides the community with a fun, safe environment in which to exercise, socialize, and gain new climbing skills. TRG will be a full-service climbing gym offering open climbing, lessons, kids’ programs; and availability to groups, equipment rentals, and competitions. Where: TRG is centrally located in the Driggs Community Center, adjacent to the Teton Indoor Sports Academy. With a planned 2,000 SF climbing surface and a 30’ ceiling,

TRG will have great bouldering, top-roping, and lead climbing opportunities. Goal: TRG has just begun its climb to raise $115,000 through lifetime membership sales, business sponsorships, grants, and donations. Teton Rock Gym is sponsored by Teton Valley Recreation Association and a 501 c3 non-profit organization. All donations are tax deductable. Contact: tetonrockgym@gmail.com.

Dryland Training Sponsored by Teton Nordic Team, Dryland training provides kids fun while getting fit and strong. It focuses on developing endurance and power through trail running and games and activities. The program also includes weight-lifting and rollerskiing in varying amounts. When: Season: October/November Fee: 5-8 year olds......... $35....... (2 days a week)

9-12 year olds....... $45....... (2 days a week, plus some Saturdays)

12+ year olds........ $80....... (4 days a week, plus some Saturdays)

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Figure Skating Teton Valley Foundation works with local coaches and trainers to offer lessons in beginning and intermediate figure skating. Who: The beginner class will cover basic skating technique and practice. The intermediate class (available to ages 6 and over) is for those who already know how to skate. Intermediate students will strengthen their basic skills, like power strokes, and cover first jumps and first spins. Cost: $5 per lesson. When: Lessons begin in December or January depending on ice conditions. Contact: Learn more at tetonvalleyfoundation.org

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TISA offers gymnastics classes and much more throughout the year. Our mission is to provide a fun and positive environment in which we are dedicated to promoting self pride, balance, flexibility, strength, coordination, and an enjoyment of fitness through sports explorations in gymnastics. Call for schedule and enrollment details. Cheri Milne 307.413.6082 Driggs Community Center (entrance at back) Teton Valley Sports and Recreation

Grid Kid Football Grid Kid Football is a competitive football league committed to providing a positive football experience to all youth grades 4-8 that want to play contact football. The program participates in and competes in the Upper Valley Grid Kid league and is governed by their rules and policies.

Requirements Protective equipment is provided for a players use by the league. It must be returned in good condition at the end of the season. Each player must have white football pants, pads, and rubber or soft composition cleats. No metal or metal tipped cleats are allowed.

Focus will be placed on developing football fundamentals while providing the opportunity to compete in competitive football games.

Fee: $100. Discounts available for more than one child in a family (single household).

Who: Teams are grade specific. 4th and 5th graders will play on the 5th grade team, 6th, 7th and 8th graders will each have their own team. The limit is 28 players per team. If more than 28 players register in a grade level the team will be split geographically into two or more teams. Players will compete in games weekly after three weeks of skill development and conditioning.

A physical examination/doctor certification is required to play Grid Kid Football. When: Season begins Aug. 1 through the middle of September. Registration Deadline: Aug. 1. Also available at Grid Kid Football Camp (see below)

Contact: Brody Birch (208) 399-2318 or email bbirch@d401.k12.id.us

Grid Kid Camp Who: For youth grades 4-8. When: Three-day camp held at the end of July. Contact: Brody Birch (208) 399-2318 or email bbirch@d401.k12.id.us

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Contact: Matt Stireman (208) 787-3636 matt@tetonsprings.com

Fee: $20 Contact: Targhee Village Golf Course at (307) 353-8577 ______________________________ Junior Golf Camp This is a three-day long camp where kids can learn the basics of golf with Teton Springs golf pros. Open to all kids ages 8â&#x20AC;&#x201C;17. Includes: instruction, short-course play,

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When: June 25, 26 and 27, 9am-1 p.m. Where: Teton Springs Headwaters Club

Junior Clinic This clinic is each Monday throughout the summer and is open to public ages 8-17 years old. The clinic includes one hour of instruction plus two hours of play on the Headwaters short course. When: Mondays beginning July 2 through Aug. 20, 2-5 p.m. Where: Teton Springs Headwaters Club Fee: TBD Contact: Matt Stireman (208) 787-3636 matt@tetonsprings.com

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Youth Hockey Teton Valley Foundationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s youth hockey program is designed to help young people learn and develop their hockey skills, while having a great time. The hockey season is expected to begin in December but may begin earlier if ice is in good condition.

Squirts (ages 9-10) focus on development of more advanced skills and stronger team play. Plays two nights per week, some regional weekend travel required. Fee: $120 _________________________________________

Mini-Mites (ages 5-6) focus on basic skill development and GOOD TIMES!

Peewees (ages 11-12) focus on development of more advanced skills and stronger team play. Plays two nights per week, some regional weekend travel required.

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Mites (ages 7-8) focus on skill development and playing games with regional teams. Usually play two nights per week with some regional travel. Fee: $80 __________________________________________

Judo Yama Judo provides Judo instruction that is fun, cultural and family oriented. Judo is learned for recreation, tournament competition and self-defense. It teaches balance, coordination and general fitness, while teaching respect. We not only work on technique, but on sportsmanship, honor, humility, focus, and self-discipline with the traditional Kodokan teachings of maximum efficiency with minimum effort and mutual welfare and benefit. Our Sensei, Michael Hoffman is a USA Judo certified coach, and our club is recognized by the Idaho Judo League and are sanctioned by USA Judo. Yama Judo is a 501c3 non profit organization currently under the TVRA umbrella.

Class Schedule: Tuesdays and Thursdays Ages 5-7.............. 5:45-6:30 p.m. Ages 8-13............ 6:45-7:30 p.m. Seniors................. 7:45-8:30 p.m.

Where: 115C Johnson Dr, Driggs Fee: 8 class punch card is $40; additional cards are available for other family members at $35. Your first lesson is always free! Register: Please register at the dojo after you check us out! Contact: Sensei: Michael Hoffman (208) 201-2951 President: Dan King (307) 413-4784 Secretary: Kristi Aslin (208) 201-0137 Email yama.judo.club@ gmail.com

The aim of Judo is to utilize physical and mental strength most effectively. Its training is to understand the true meaning of life through the mental and physical training of attack and defense. You must develop yourself as a person and become a useful citizen to society. ______________ Jigoro Kano, Shihan, Founder of Kodokan Judo

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Pony Club Who: The Teton Valley Pony Club mission is a local Pony Club under the umbrella of the U.S. Pony Club. The club is open to both boys and girls no younger than 8 years old. Requirements: You must have a horse of your own or leased for mounted sessions. Winter: Meet monthly for the educational portion of the program that is structured under the United States Pony Club badge program. Learn horse management from grooming to proper nutrition and earn badges for each section. Once they are proficient in the horse management, they will do a separate badge program that is on all aspects of riding. Summer: Ride horses and learn all the Pony Club standards and

Rodeo Club Who: Available to Junior High and High School Rodeo participants, current school grades 6th-12th. Bull riding, saddlebronc, bareback, steer wrestling, calf tie-down, team roping, breakaway, barrel racing, pole bending, and goat tying. Participants must be an active member of the National High School Rodeo Association. When: Rodeo practice begins in February. Rodeo Season is weekends in April and May. Idaho state competition for qualified members is in June. Qualified state contenders go onto national competition usually held in July. Contact: Heidi L. Hansen (208) 313-7495 or hhansen6691@gmail.com, or Cyndi Friend (208) 390-7412 or cyn@silverstar.com.

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participate in many Pony Club sanctioned events throughout the intermountain region. They meet once a week under instruction by a trainer while taking group lessons and once a week fun activities such as trail rides, games, drill team and just learning while riding. Fee: $150, local club, facility and training. $130, national fees to cover educational aspects of the program. Registration: before June 1 Contact: (208) 351-4325 or email: kimmerpeterson@hotmail.com or Kris Holte at 218-831-0217

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Skiing and Snowboarding–Alpine Grand Targhee Resort’s Ski and Snowboard School Offers instruction for first-time skiers and riders through experts of all ages. Whether you want to try skiing for the first time, want to improve your skills to play on the slopes or learn to ski our worldfamous powder, Grand Targhee Resort’s Ski and Snowboard School is ready to help with that personal fulfillment. Kid and Junior specific programs include: Mini Moose is our pre-school age group lesson program designed for the most playful learning experience out there. Available for Kids in preschool (2 years if toilet trained - 5 yrs). Your child will build skills exploring the Kids Fun Zone with their instructors. Examples of what they will learn include building balance in the famed Alley Oop Alley, turning skills while avoiding eye balls in the Eye Ball Forest and quick reaction time on runs through the Candy Cane Forest.

Your kids will continue to build more skills as they play and learn in a setting that is sure to have them smiling ear to ear. Powder Scouts group lessons are for skiers and snowboarders ages K-14 and juniors of all abilities. This juniors-only lesson is grouped according to age and ability to ensure the most fun and effective learning environment for all. From the Kids Fun Zone to Targhee’s more difficult terrain, juniors will get to experience as much as their abilities permit alongside Targhee’s awesome instructors. Powder Scouts will surely leave your kids smiling and more confident on their boards by the end of a day! Other group and private lesson programs are available for kids, juniors and adults.

Contact: Grand Targhee Resort Ski and Snowboard School —307-353-2300 ext. 1352 or GrandTarghee.com

Teton Valley Ski Education Foundation (TVSEF) TVSEF was formed more than 30 years ago with the mission of providing affordable winter sports programs that offer skill improvement and leadership training, build self-confidence, and create within each athlete a life-long love of skiing and snowboarding. TVSEF is a non-profit 501(c)3 The TVSEF ski team trains at Grand Targhee Resort and offers programs for advanced beginners through expert, ages 6 years-15 years. Athletes receive training in all disciplines and receive a “whole-mountain” experience, including ski racing, terrain park, hike-to-areas and free-skiing all terrain. Athletes will have opportunities to compete at Jackson Hole Club

Series Races and United States Ski and Snowboard Association events. We will work with each athlete to provide the level of training and competition that they seek.

Emphasis is placed on developing sound skiing fundamentals and skills by exposing athletes to a great variety of terrain and personalized coaching.

Bobcats: Advanced beginner skiers 4-6 years of age. This program focuses on preparing skiers to be all mountain skiers, and enables participants to graduate to race and other programs.

Freestyle Snowboard: Riders aged 8-15. Athletes are grouped according to skill level, riding goals and social needs. Instruction and skill development with a focus on the all-mountain “Freestyle” experience which includes fundamental instruction in big mountain riding and in the terrain park.

Tigers: Advanced beginners ages 6-12. A foundation for ski racing and all-mountain skiing through familiar terrain and exploring new territory. Emphasis is placed on having fun while learning mountain safety and new skills. Alpine: Intermediate and advanced skiers ages 8-15.

Season: November-April. Contact: Jennifer Smith TVSEF, PO Box 1042, Driggs, ID 83422 (208) 354-4878 or info@tvsef.org

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Skiing–Nordic The Teton Nordic Team (TNT) is a non-profit organization that provides high quality recreational and race ski programs for the youth and families of Teton Valley. It strives to make Nordic skiing affordable and convenient. It offers low-cost equipment and discounts on gear at local shops and offers fee waivers and free gear to those in need. Parents are required to volunteer one day for each child registered. _____________________________ _______ Recreational Program Who: Ages 5-18. All ability levels. This is relaxed, casual and fun program to get kids outside on skis. When: Meets Wednesdays at Teton Springs and Fridays at the Alta track. 3:30-5 p.m. Session 1: November and December

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Fee: www.tetonnordic.org or mbredal@tetonnordic.org ________________________________________ ___ Race Program Who: Ages 8-18. All ability levels. This program is for kids 8 and up who want to train and learn to ski fast. Fun team skiing and plenty of training and racing. Skiers will be expected to attend at least five races but there is no pressure or requirement to race. When: November-March Fee: www.tetonnordic.org Registration: online at www.tetonnordic.com Info: Details for the 2012/2013 season will be posted this spring on our website www. tetonnordic.org Contact: Michael Bredal (208) 360-0668 or mbredal@tetonnordic.org

Teton County 4-H Enroll and help celebrate 100 years of 4-H in Idaho • Sewing • Hiking • Dog • Rabbit • Livestock • Crafts • Vet Science

•Teen Leadership • Rockets • Cake Decorating • Shooting Sports • Archery • Horsemanship • Art

• Cooking • Poultry • Digital Photography • Horse • Quilting • Scrapbooking ...and more

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TVRA relies on fundraisers and donations to keep the cost of programs down and to help maintain playing fields and facilities.

Please consider TVRA when you make donations through the Tin Cup Challenge and other community fundraising events.

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Etta Rokes at (208) 317-7821

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Youth Hockey (USA Hockey Sanctioned): Mini-Mites (ages 5-6): $80 per player Mites (ages 7-8): $80 per player Squirts (ages 9-10): $120 per player PeeWees (ages 11-12): $140 per player

Adult Hockey: Pond Hockey League Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hockey Adult Broomball

Skating Lessons: Beginner & Intermediate

Adult & Family Stick and Puck Open Skate Sessions Friday Night Ice Season runs Dec - Mar (depending on ice). Registrations open in late fall. Rentals, concessions, and equipment available at rink. www.tetonvalleyfoundation/recreation 208-201-5356 Teton Valley Sports and Recreation

Recreation Youth Soccer This is the valley’s fall recreation soccer program for boys and girls ages 5-13. The purpose of the program is to teach and improve skills while having fun and enjoying the game of soccer. Who: U6 age group (under 6) is a grassroots style program introducing kids to soccer through drills, skills training and games. Participants play small games and have fun with the soccer ball. This groups plays once per week in Driggs City Park.

Registration: Deadline is Aug. 1. To register, download the registration and medical release forms at www.tetonvalleyrecreation.org. Make check payable to TVRA, and mail with registration and medical release form to TVRA, P.O. Box 259, Driggs ID 83455 or leave at the TVRA office located in the Dark Horse Books building on Main Street Driggs. Contact: Etta Rokes at (208) 317-7821 or email: tbys11@gmail.com.

U8 (under age 8), U10 (under age 10) and U12 (under age 12) programs are designed to develop players’ skills and play games against other teams in their age groups. These teams are co-ed and meet two days per week for one practice and one game. Season: Begins mid-August and runs through the end of September. Practices and games are played on soccer fields in Driggs and Victor.

This program is organized and run by volunteers (coordinators, linesmen, referees, coaches, registrars, schedulers, team parents and sponsors. We are always looking for volunteers to help with the effort, your assistance is necessary for the soccer program to continue!

Fee: $40 (late registration fee applies)

British Soccer Camp (sponsored by Teton Nordic Team)

Amazing coaches, innovative techniques, awesome accents and technical savvy combine to make this camp the most popular in the country! Each day includes individual foot skills, technical drills, tactical practices, small-sided games, coached scrimmages and a daily World Cup tournament! Ages 3-4........ First Kicks...........1 hour Ages 5–6....... Mini Soccer........1.5 hours Age 7-14....... Half day morn. or afternoon Ages 9-14...... Full Day When: June 18-22 at Driggs City Park Registration: www.challengersports.com Contact: Teton Nordic Team at tetonnordic.org or Micheal Bredal at (208) 360-0668

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Teton FC Soccer Spring Season: late February-mid-May

Teton FC is a competitive youth soccer program offering league and tournament play. It is designed to bridge the gap between recreation soccer and high school soccer. They offer programs for players 12 and older who are interested in taking soccer to the next level.

Fall Season: mid-August through late October Fee: $75 for returning players and $100 for new players. This fee covers training and equipment. Uniforms and tournament fees are extra. $25 Late registration

With enough players, Teton FC is run as a ‘select’ program. They welcome all players and provide each with the same training opportunities. Teton FC is part of IYSA (Idaho Youth Soccer Association) and U.S. Youth Soccer. In the spring, Teton FC teams play league play in the Snake River league and in Idaho tournaments. In the fall, the teams play league games in the Bonneville league.

Register: Registser at tetonvalleyrecreation.org/ Teton_FC and download the registration form, the liability release and the medical release and mail with payment to: TVRA, PO Box 259, Driggs ID 83422, or give it to a coach or team manager. Contact: Carianne Koch at (208) 270-0481 or cariannekoch@yahoo.com

Note: It is important to note the following: Teton FC is a competitive soccer club. As such, all players will receive equal training time, but not equal playing time. Coaches will select the top players, based on skills and attitude, to travel to regional tournaments. All players will participate in training and friendlies (practice games) against other teams. Requirements: Parents will be responsible for additional fees for tournament play. Parents of players selected for tournaments will be responsible for transportation, lodging, dining and pre/post game supervision. All players must provide shin guards and cleats and a soccer ball.

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}} TVBSA is currently looking for volunteer board members to help run the programs. If they don’t have the volunteers, this program is in jeopardy of continuing. Please consider joining the board or be a volunteer coach

Softball Girls Girl’s softball is organized through TVBSA. It is both recreational and competitive dependant upon the age of the girls. First and foremost, softball is about having fun. Everything else is secondary. The girls begin to become more competitive in the Minors, which is made up of 5th and 6th grade girls. We will organize allstar teams for Minors and Majors post season. All-stars will play in the local Top of the Tetons tournament and will travel. Coach Pitch: (1st and 2nd grades) Is all about having fun! Girls will learn the very basic skills of throwing, catching, and hitting. Coaches pitch to their players and every player plays the field in each inning.

Swimming As of this printing, there was little information for the upcoming summer and the various swim programs. Below is a list of venues offering pool privileges and/or swim lessons in the past. Please contact them for current information. Grand Targhee Resort: Grand Targhee Resort’s Swimming Pool and Lessons. With Family Pool Passes starting at just $349, you and the kids will have access to the pool and hot tub all summer long. The Family Pool Pass also comes with unlimited chair lift rides and you can also bring friends along for a nominal daily fee. What a great way to create summer memories with family and friends. Lesson punch-packs will also be available for lesson session beginning mid-June. For additional information regarding the pool program and lessons visit www.GrandTarghee.com Ashton Pool: Pool and swim lessons open in June. To register go to cityofashton.com/ashton-city-pool Jackson Parks & Recreation: open swim and swim lessons call (307) 732-8484 or www.tetonwy.org

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Ponytail: (3rd and 4th grades) Girls learn fundamental concepts of softball including pitching and proper field play. Coaches pitch to their players after opposing pitcher throws four balls, so girls all have a chance to hit. Minors: (5th and 6th grades) Girls will play true softball without coach pitching. The Minors gives girls their first taste of competitive play. Majors: (6th, 7th, and 8th grades) The Majors offers girls true competitive softball in which fundamental skills of the game are finetuned. Registration: deadline is April 6 Season: Begins first week of May. Fee: Coach Pitch.......$35 Pony Tail............$40 Minor/Majors.....$45 Contact: John Millsap/VP of Softball (208) 310-9285 or tetonbaseball@gmail.com

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Wrestling Club (USA Wrestling) Who: Teton Wrestling Club is for youth turning five in this calendar year, on up through high school seniors. For those interested, there are tournaments every weekend through mid-April Season: begins late February through mid-April.

Wanted Wrestling gear, CDs, or tapes to donate or sell.

When: Practice is twice a week, on Tuesdays and Thursdays, right after school, from 3:30-5 p.m.

Please bring to practice sessions.

Where: In the Teton High School wrestling room. Fee: $20 for the club fee Requirements: If participating in tournaments, a card through the state website at themat.com is required. Contact: Kerry Buxton at (208) 354-2710 or (208) 317-4496, or email bucks@silverstar.com.

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Open Gym Basketball TVRA sponsors adult basketball open gym. Who: Men and women are welcome and players in high school or younger are welcome on a space-available basis (no more than 15 players). Teams are chosen by shooting free-throws (first five against second five), full court play (two side-courts used for two games at a time if over 19 players), games played to sevn by ones, winning team stays on the court.

When: every Monday and Wednesday night from 7-9 p.m., year-round. Where: Driggs Elementary School, 481 North Main, Driggs. Fees: $3 per person. Contact: Paul Hanson (208) 313-7258 or chester@silverstar.com

Adult Golf Who: Targhee Village Golf Course has Mens’, Ladies and Seniors leagues open to everyone. Call: (307) 353-8577 for more information. Classes: Teton Springs/ Headwaters Golf Club offers: Adult Camp, Get Golf Ready, Intro or Re-intro to Golf

When: Monday evenings, time TBD. Five sessions of lessons and play. Fee: $99 for a minimum of eight hours of camp. Contact: Golf shop (208) 787-3636 or www.playgolfamerica.com

Adult Hockey Pond Hockey League: Our adult hockey league offers friendly competition between local adult teams. Adult Broomball: If you’ve ever played broomball, you know what a hoot it is. Players wear shoes and use broomball sticks to score goals with a small florescent orange ball. Women’s Hockey: Women of all skill level are welcome. The

team will practice once a week and will play games against a women’s team in Wilson. Contact: Price Gilroy at pricem@silverstar.com Season: Dec. through March (depending on ice). Info: For more information on these programs go to www. tetonvalleyfoundation.com or (208) 201-5356 Teton Valley Sports and Recreation

Adult Co-ed Softball This is a mens and womens recreational league for ages 15 and up. You must register as a team. When: Season begins June 18, 2012 and runs through Aug. 11, 2012. Games will be on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays until after the 4th of July and then we’ll add Thursdays. Teams will most likely not play more than three games per week.

Scheduling will depend upon how many teams are in the league. Where: All games will be played at the City Park and Lion’s Park diamonds in Driggs. Game times: first game will start at 6:30 p.m. and second game will start at 7:45 p.m..

A three day end-of-the-year tournament will be held in Driggs on Aug. 9, 10 and 11 (Thursday and

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Friday nights and all day Saturday). There will be a coach’s meeting at the TVRA office the first week in May to discuss rules and ideas for the upcoming season. A second meeting will be held the first week in June to finalize rosters and hand out schedules. If teams have players from ages 15-17 playing, parents of those players will need to sign a liability waiver. Registration: Jenny Jackson at (208) 390-1127 or Ben Jackson at (208) 241-7114, or send email to jennylynnjackson@gmail.com Contact: Ben Jackson at (208) 241-7114 or Jenny Jackson at (208) 390-1127. Or email jennylynnjackson@gmail.com

Open Gym Volleyball Who: Men and women are welcome and players in high school or younger are welcome on a space-available basis.

according to player desire. First session could begin in November and second session could begin after the new year.

Where: Driggs Elementary, 481 N. Main, Driggs.

Fees: $3 per person

When: Tuesday and Thursday nights from 7-9 p.m. A co-ed league will be played

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Contact: Ben Jackson at (208) 241-7114 or Jenny Jackson at (208) 390-1127 or jennylynnjackson@gmail.com

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Parks Driggs

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City Park baseball field, playground, basketball court, picnic shelter, mulit-purpose field

County Fairgrounds rodeo grounds, sand volleyball courts

Lions Park baseball fields, mulitpurpose field, community garden

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Creekside Pathway paved pathway, Teton Creek access 5th Street Park skate park, BMX track, disc golf course, nature walks Shoshini South Park multipurpose fields, paved pathway, off-leash dog area Huntsman Springs Parks full court basketball, sand volleyball, multi-age playground, paved pathway

Valley Centre Park playground, multi purpose field

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Ruby Carsons Park baseball field, playground, bbq grills, picnic pavilion, tennis court, restrooms

Victor (see map page 17) Main Street City Park pavilion, stage, picnic tables, fire Pioneer Park pavilion, tot lot, horseshoes, dog run, baseball fields, ice arena, groomed nordic track, lawn-mower race track, picnic table, soccer fields, bike pump track, horse arena, cyclo-cross track.

Brookside Hollow Playground, picnic tables, half basketball court Willow Creek tot lot, picnic table, bbq grill Golf Vista playground, small climbing wall, picnic table

Pathways Driggs-Victor Bike Path Eight miles paved pathway Rails to Trails runs from Tetonia to Ashton

Facilities Kotler Arena offers youth and adult ice programs. Located in Victor’s Pioneer Park, on the corner of Baseline Dr and Agate St, it couldn’t be easier to get out and enjoy the ice. Kotler Arena offers: • Warming hut with ample seating to change into skates, warm-up after skating, or hold private gatherings and events with friends, family and coworkers. • Skate rentals and pro-shop • Concessions • Indoor restroom • Kotler Arena is also a venue for family gatherings, birthday parties, private or non-profit events, corporate events, or any variety of other potential uses. • Reserve the Arena at tetonvalleyfoundation.org/recreation/ kotler-ice-arena Victor Bike Park this bike park was built by the non-profit Victor Velo. It includes a pump track and a set of dirt jumps. A pump track is a continuous loop a biker can ride without pedaling. Bikers gain speed by pumping the bike through rollers and berms. The bike park as a whole helps riders improve overall cycling skills It biggest asset is bringing bikers of all abilities together to one place. Around the perimeter of the bike park is a 50 acre permanent cyclo-cross park and walking trails. Fairgrounds Building Holds approximately 250 people. Outdoor cooking, full kitchen, tables, chairs, heat and pavilion. Call Teton County Extension Office to reserve (208) 354-2961.

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