Get out and Play wit hu s! JANUARY-FEBRUARY 2021
Catalog of Activities
ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM: Jane Shelhorse, Director
DOROTHY HART COMMUNITY CENTER
408 Canal Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Our Community Center is the home of the Park, Recreation and Events Department and home to the majority of our programs. Parking is located in the back of the building. Parks and Recreation administrative offices are located within the Community Center. Contact: Community Center Operating Hours: General Phone: 540-372-1086, x 0 Children’s Activities x 217 Registration (Front desk): Nature Programs x 213 M-Th: 9:00am-8:00pm Tennis, Fitness & Dance x 208 Friday: 9:00am-4:00pm Sports x 214 Adult Classes x 217 Open for activities: Events x 307 x 308 M-Th: 8:30am-8:30pm Trips x 217 Friday: 8:30am-4:30pm Fax: 540-372-3475 Saturday & Sunday, CLOSED Email: fredprpf@fredericksburgva.gov Parks.FXBG.com
COVID-19 SAFETY
Parks, Recreation and Events Office Staff is available by phone 540-372-1086 and email on Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm. All trails and parks remain open. Please remember to follow social distancing guidelines! Public restrooms in City parks and at the Visitor Center are open. Please feel free to contact us with questions at 540-372-1086 and email during office hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am to 4:00pm, or online anytime at: Parks. FXBG.com. Masks are required for indoor programs. For outdoor programs, masks are required when social distancing cannot be maintained.
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Wendy Stone, Asst Director of Finance & Leisure Services Jenny Casarotti, Superintendent Leisure Services Callie Brown, Outdoor Recreation Supervisor Carly Hedge, Office Assistant Michael Ward, Assistant Director of Parks and Athletics Aaron Simmons, Superintendent Parks & Maintenance Jillian Franklin, Superintendent Sports & Fitness Kim Herbert, Supervisor of Events Sammy Walker, Special Event Coordinator Anne Hamm, Evening & Weekend Supervisor Janice Lasker, Front Desk Receptionist Karen Karkos, Front Desk Receptionist Karen Lea, Front Desk Receptionist Sonja Cantu, Marketing & Advertising
RECREATION COMMISSION MEMBERS: Mr. David Dorsey, Chairman Mrs. Sharon Null, Vice Chair Mr. DaCorey Carter Ms. Quincy Crecelius Click Mr. Eric Keeler Mr. Brandon McVade Ms. Sue Sargeant City Council Representative: Dr. Timothy Duffy School Board Representative: Dr. Matthew Eberhardt
DEPARTMENT MISSION
The mission of the Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events Department is to enhance the lives of our citizens by providing a diverse package of recreation and park opportunities.
FAMILY FUN
SUPER SENIORS FUN AND GAMES
Join us on Tuesdays throughout the winter for some Super Seniors Fun and Games! We will play drive-in bingo, watch movies and play trivia. During drive-in bingo participants will remain in their vehicles while numbers are called through your car radio. Movie and trivia will be held in the auditorium with spaced out seating. Participants are welcome to bring their own chairs for comfort but we will have chairs available too. Seats are very limited indoors due to Governor’s Orders and social distancing requirements. Preregistration is required. Register online or call 540-372-1086 x0. Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center Auditorium/Parking Lot Tuesdays at 10:30am, Admission is FREE January 12- Drive-In Bingo February 9- Drive-In Trivia February 23- Drive-In Bingo March 2- Movie (The Bucket List) March 23- Trivia
DRIVE-IN FAMILY GAME NIGHTS
Join us every other Wednesday throughout the winter for family game night….drive-in style! We will play Bingo and Trivia for great prizes! The parking lot will open at 6pm. Participants must remain in their vehicles at all times. Games will be played through your car radio. Bingo details: Playing cards will be provided but please bring your own marker. Call BINGO by honking your horn and then turning on flashers. Trivia details: Everyone in one car is one team and questions will range for all age groups. We will use Kahoot to provide an interactive platform for teams. Each team will need at least one cellular device with the ability to download the Kahoot app or visit Kahoot.com to play. Pre-registration is required. Register online or call 540-372-1086 x0. Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center Parking Lot Wednesdays at 6:30pm January 13- Bingo Night January 27- Trivia Night February 10- Bingo Night February 24- Trivia Night March 10- Bingo Night Bingo Night- $5 per player Trivia Night- $10 per team/car
DRIVE-IN FAMILY MOVIE SERIES
Come join us for a FREE family movie night in the park. The movie will be played through your car radio. We will have a food truck available for dinner. Saturday, January 9 - Frozen II Friday, February 19 - Jumanji, The Next Level Saturday, March 6 - Trolls World Tour Old Mill Park (location subject to change- check our Facebook/ website and sign up for Fred Alerts) Gates open at 5:00pm Movie starts at 6:00pm Admission is FREE
FREDERICKSBURG SNOWBALL FIGHT Saturday, February 6th 1:00 PM- 4:30 PM Hockey Rink @ Dixon Park All ages and families welcome! See details on back cover.
CHILDREN’S ART SHOW
Friday-Saturday, March 19-20 Kids 4 years old through 12th grade We want to see YOU and your masterpiece! Exhibition is open to all children 4 years old through 12th grade. There is a $5 entry fee for the first 2 pieces, $5 entry fee for each additional (up to max of 4 artworks per child). Pre-registration required before dropping off art work. Register online or by phone at 540-372-1086 x0 starting January 4-March 5 by 12noon. Entries drop off Monday, March 1 through Friday, March 5 from 9:00am - 4:30pm at the Dorothy Hart Community Center. Exhibit Hours: March 19-20 Artists Reception- Thursday, March 18 – 6pm-7:30pm (subject to change based on COVID guidelines) Friday, March 19 - 10am-4pm Saturday, March 20 - 10am-2pm FREE admission to view the exhibit!
DOG EGG HUNT
Come dressed to enter our doggie costume contest to compete for prizes!! Bring your dogs and come join the fun at our annual Dog Easter Egg Hunt. This is a great way to get out and play with your favorite furry friend. Your registration of $5 allows up to two dogs to join in the fun! Dogs must be at least 12 weeks old. A small dog area will also be available for dogs under 15lbs. Pre-registration required. All dog parents must sign release acknowledging their dog(s) are current on shots and are healthy. Saturday, March 27 1:00pm Maury Park $5 for up to 2 dogs, pre-registration is required.
EARTH DAY
Save the Date! April 15-17 With virtual and in-person events throughout the week. Up to date information online at earthdayfred.com
KIDS’ FISHING DERBY Save the Date! Saturday, June 5
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COOKING FUN WITH S.T.E.M. WORKSHOP
4yrs-8yrs and 9yrs-12yrs S.T.E.M. and cooking? What a great combination! This hands-on cooking workshop will help participants explore, learn, and develop S.T.E.M. skills while also creating delicious and nutritious entrees. A different S.T.E.M. principal will be explored in every workshop. Recipes will be included. All safety protocols will be in place to create a fun-filled and safe experience for our participants. Instructor: Chef Wendy of Kidz R Cookin’. Saturday, January 30, 10am-12:30pm (Ages 4-8yrs) Saturday, January 30, 1:30pm-4pm (Ages 9-12yrs) Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center $65 per child per session, Pre-registration required.
DELICIOUS DESSERTS AND BAKING WORKSHOP
4yrs-8yrs and 9yrs-12yrs In this workshop participants will learn the fundamentals and science of baking. Every workshop will consist of mixing, folding, zesting, and more! This hands-on workshop will show our participants how easy, fun & DELICIOUS baking can be. Recipes will be included. All safety protocols will be in place to create a fun-filled and safe experience for our participants. Instructor: Chef Wendy of Kidz R Cookin’. Saturday, January 16, 10am-12:30pm (Ages 4-8yrs) Saturday, January 16, 1:30pm-4pm (Ages 9-12yrs) Saturday, February 27, 10am-12:30pm (Ages 4-8yrs) Saturday, February 27, 1:30pm-4pm (Ages 9-12yrs) Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center $65 per child per session, Pre-registration required.
SPA ESSENTIALS FOR KIDZ WORKSHOP
4yrs-8yrs and 9yrs-12yrs Luxurious body butters, lip balms, and bath bombs are but some of the awesome toiletries that will be prepared in this camp! Participants will utilize natural, organic, and wholesome ingredients to create their very own signature products. Recipes & certificates included. All safety protocols will be in place to create a fun-filled and safe camp for our participants. Instructor: Chef Wendy of Kidz R Cookin’. Saturday, February 13, 10am-12:30pm (Ages 4-8yrs) Saturday, February 13, 1:30pm-4pm (Ages 9-12yrs) Saturday, March 6, 10am-12:30pm (Ages 4-8yrs) Saturday, March 6, 1:30pm-4pm (Ages 9-12yrs) Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center $65 per child per session, Pre-registration is required.
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PARENT DATE NIGHT OUT
4yrs-12yrs Date night for parents = FUN night for kids! Our fun-filled night will include social distanced games and activities. An awesome dance party AND a delicious, hands on cooking activity. All safety protocols will be in place to create a fun-filled and safe evening for the kiddos. Instructor: Chef Wendy of Kidz R Cookin’. Fridays, 6pm-8:30pm January 15 January 29 February 12 February 26 March 5 Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center $55 per child per session, Pre-registration is required.
FXBG CITY SCHOOLS FOOD TRUCK
FXBG School Nutrition Services is now serving at Dorothy Hart Community Center. While the Distance Learning program is in place the School Nutrition Department is providing meals at multiple locations throughout the city of Fredericksburg. Meals (Breakfast and Lunch), adhering to the National School Nutrition Guidelines, will be made available to ALL SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN for FREE! Lunch will be served beginning at 12pm on the Charles St entrance in the vestibule area. This entrance is closer to the parking lot of Dorothy Hart Community Center. Walk up the steps and enter the set of doors and grab your lunch from a table in the vestibule and go! Weekdays, 12pm – 1pm unless otherwise noted FREE
HEARTSAVER FIRST AID AND CPR/AED CERTIFICATION
14yrs and older Heartsaver® CPR AED is a classroom, video-based, instructorled course that teaches student critical skills needed to respond to and manage a first aide, choking or sudden cardiac arrest emergency in the first few minutes until emergency medical services (EMS) arrives. Please bring a bag lunch! Pre-registration required. Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center. Instructor: Tim Carpenter (cpr.4_life@yahoo.com). Tuesdays, 9:00am–5:00pm January 12 February 9 March 9 April 13 May 11 $60/$65 (resident/non-resident)
Masks are required for indoor programs. For outdoor programs, masks are required when social distancing cannot be maintained.
CHILDREN’S SPECIAL INTEREST FXBG STEM CLUB
6yrs-12yrs Fredericksburg STEM Club is an enriching and friendly program. In an informal setting dedicated to empowering young people, this program aims to inspire independent problem solving for our future STEMist. They will be given a chance to explore aspects of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math which will require them to be creative, innovative and think strategically. Session Lab Box themes and descriptions are listed below with the dates. Each class will introduce a different STEM challenge and activities along with the theme Lab Box.
January 13-February 5 Theme: Crystal Gardens- Scientists will create their own hand-grown crystal collection. From salt, snow, and gemstones, scientists will learn the science behind how crystals form and grow. February 10-March 5 Theme: Top Secret Scientist- Get your scientist ready to think like a forensic scientist! They will investigate the science behind solving mysteries with hands-on investigation activities March 10-April 2 Theme: Robots March- Explore physics and engineering concepts by building a simple motorpowered robot. Scientists will use critical thinking to make predictions, form observations and record results. April 7-30 Theme: Clean Water- Scientists can help save the planet and learn the science of cleaning and reusing water. They will build and design a water filtration plant that turns dirty waiting into clean water. May 5-28 Theme: For the Birds- As a young Bird Feeder Engineer you will learn about the types of birds in our local area, their drinking and feeding habits, and what types of bird feeder structures they are most delighted to use while they enjoy their Food, Glorious Food! Your challenge will be to design a bird feeder never seen before. Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center Wednesdays, 3pm-5pm or Fridays, 4pm-6pm Fee: $55 per session, Pre-registration is required.
AFTERNOON DISCOVERIES WITH FAM K-1st Grade
Find Your Crest- Learn about the history and significance of city and family crests. Participants will have a chance to create their own crest that represents their family while drawing inspiration from the Fredericksburg crest in FAM’s collection. Covers Art and Social Studies SOLs. Thursday, February 18, 5pm-6pm Kid Curator- Are you interested in knowing what happens behind the scenes at a museum? Participants will learn what it takes to become a museum curator, and how FAM takes care and studies historic artifacts. Covers Social Studies SOLs. Thursday, March 11, 5pm-6pm Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center $10 per class or $15 for both classes. Pre-Registration is required. Instructor: Fredericksburg Area Museum
2nd-3rd Grade Carnival Island- Discover the history of Fredericksburg’s Southworth’s Pleasure Island, a carnival that was underneath the Chatham Bridge! Participants will have a chance to take part in the carnival festivities by playing probability games and creating their own gaming cat. Covers Art and Math SOLs. Thursday, February 25, 5pm-6pm Kid Curator- Are you interested in knowing what happens behind the scenes at a museum? Participants will learn what it takes to become a museum curator, and how FAM takes care and studies historic artifacts. Covers Social Studies SOLs. Thursday, March 18, 5pm-6pm Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center $10 per class or $15 for both classes. Pre-Registration is required. Instructor: Fredericksburg Area Museum
4th-5th Grade Carnival Island- Discover the history of Fredericksburg’s Southworth’s Pleasure Island, a carnival that was underneath the Chatham Bridge! Participants will have a chance to take part in the carnival festivities by playing probability games and creating their own gaming cat. Covers Art and Math SOLs. Thursday, March 4, 5pm-6pm Kid Curator- Are you interested in knowing what happens behind the scenes at a museum? Participants will learn what it takes to become a museum curator, and how FAM takes care and studies historic artifacts. Covers Social Studies SOLs. Thursday, March 25, 5pm-6pm Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center $10 per class or $15 for both classes. Pre-Registration is required. Instructor: Fredericksburg Area Museum
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HORSEBACK RIDING LESSONS
Beginner to Beginner Plus / 6yrs and older Our riding program progresses through beginner into beginner plus levels. Basic grooming, handling, safety leads straight into understanding the tack, adjustments & correct riding position & aid applications. Partnership with the horse requires patience and developing an understanding of becoming a fair, gentle leader. A shoe or boot with a heel is the only equipment you need; we provide the rest. Join us for fun and fresh air!! Pre-registration required. Location: White Buffalo Horse Farm (Culpeper, VA). Have questions? Please email Judy at wbfjwatson@gmail.com. Thursdays, 4:00pm-5:00pm- All Levels Fridays, 4:00pm-5:00pm- All Levels Saturdays, 11:00am-12:00pm- Beginner Plus Saturdays, 12:00pm-1pm- Beginners Sundays, 10:00am–11:00am- Beginner Plus Sundays, 11:00am–12:00pm- Beginners January 7-31 February 4-28 March 4-28 April 1-25 $130/$140 (residents/non-residents) * Horseback riding classes are for youth and adults!
VIRTUAL MINECRAFT CODING
7-10 years Explore, create, or survive! Mine deep into the Minecraft world and create your dream world using code! In this creative course, you will challenge the odds, craft your own kinds of weapons, and build dream Minecraft worlds and games using code. You will make use of ready-made coding blocks to create mini versions of Minecraft games and worlds. Students will develop skills in problem-solving and find an outlet for their creativity. By building their own mini-games in Minecraft, each student will gain an understanding of programming within the context of Minecraft coding. Students will learn game design all within the comfort of Minecraft. Your child will learn basic concepts of coding such as loops, variables, conditionals, and more. A PC or a MAC is required, a Chromebook will NOT work for this class. Classes are limited to max 3 students. Tuesdays, January 26-March 2, 6pm-7pm $160 per session. Pre-Registration is required. Instructor: Code Wiz
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VIRTUAL ROBLOX CODING
7-10 years Become a Roblox game wiz using Lua! Create versions of your fairytale universe with Roblox. Roblox studio has all the tools to make your wildest gaming imaginations a reality. In this course, you and other passionate kids will learn how to make use of the many tools on Roblox to code terrific games, relaying your imaginative capabilities to the world. By using Lua, you’ll be creating extensions to the Roblox game while fostering your creativity and learning real-world computer coding. Students will learn how to program within Roblox Studio using the LUA programming language. They will learn how to use the Roblox Studio 3D game engine by designing a 3D world, scripting different objects, and by learning the life cycle of game development from planning an idea, designing their game, to having a finished product! All while learning fundamental coding concepts. A PC or a MAC is required, a Chromebook will NOT work for this class. Classes are limited to max 3 students. Tuesdays, January 26-March 2, 6pm-7pm $160 per session. Pre-Registration is required. Instructor: Code Wiz
VIRTUAL DRAG N DROP CODING
7-9 years Love the idea of animations, funny storytelling with characters or making 2 player games to share with friends? Cool! Using drag and drop programming techniques, you’ll get to create fun animations and games. You’ll first learn the basics and afterward, the extent of your creativity can be explored as you come up with and code your own ideas! Your child will learn concepts of problem solving, pattern recognition, design thinking and programming specific concepts such as: creating variables, loops, timers, functions and parallel programming, while creating a pretty neat game or animation. A Chromebook can be used for this class, as can a laptop/desktop PC or Mac. Classes are limited to max 3 students. Thursdays, January 28-March 4, 4pm-5pm $160 per session. Pre-Registration is required. Instructor: Code Wiz
LEGO @ HOME: STEM FUNDAMENTALS USING LEGO®
K-1st Grade and 2nd-5th Grade Play-Well classes are going virtual! Tap into your imagination from the comfort of your own home with the guidance of an experienced PlayWell instructor and simple pieces from your own LEGO® collection - all while connecting virtually with your friends and classmates! Students will explore their creative boundaries, learn new building techniques, and connect their projects to practical real-world STEM concepts, all with a focus on open-ended builds that do not require special LEGO® pieces. Required Materials: Zoom compatible device and assorted LEGO® pieces from participant’s own collection; no unique part requirements. Fridays, January 29-February 19, 6:30pm-7:15pm (K-1st Grade) Fridays, February 26-March 19, 6:30pm-7:15pm (2nd-5th Grade) $58 per session. Pre-Registration is required.
Masks are required for indoor programs. For outdoor programs, masks are required when social distancing cannot be maintained.
CHILDREN’S & ADULT SPECIAL INTEREST LEGO @ HOME: JEDI ADVENTURES
K-1st Grade and 2nd-5th Grade Complete the next phase of your Jedi training as Play-Well classes go virtual! Learn new building techniques and build engineer-designed projects inspired by the Star Wars universe with the guidance of an experienced Play-Well instructor. Encounter practical real-world STEM concepts while learning from and connecting virtually with other young Jedi engineers. The program will take place over Zoom, and with the specialized kit of LEGO® materials that is included in the cost of the program, kids will have everything they need to take their LEGO® building at home to the next level and defeat the Empire once and for all! Required Materials: Zoom compatible device and assorted LEGO® pieces from participant’s own collection; no unique part requirements. Wednesdays, January 27-February 17, 12:00pm-12:45pm (2nd-5th Grade) Wednesdays, February 24-March 17, 12:00pm-12:45pm (K-1st Grade) $58 per session. Pre-Registration is required.
WOODPECKER WALK
5 years and up The winter woods are a great place to look for our resident woodpeckers. Join a naturalist as we study the different local woodpecker species, learn their calls, and go on a hike to find some. Pre-registration is required. All children must attend with a paying adult. Location: Motts Run Reservoir. Saturday, January 9 at 10am-11:30am Wednesday, January 13 at 10am-11:30am Wednesday, February 10 at 10am-11:30am $6 per person, children attend with paying adult
WINTER WONDERS
5years and up The winter world around us is a magical place. Join a naturalist as we take a closer look at the natural world in winter and do some fun winter activities. Wear sturdy shoes. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Location: Motts Run Reservoir. Wednesday, January 13 at 2pm-3:30pm Wednesday, February 10 at 2pm-3:30pm $6 per person, children attend with paying adult
POCKET POP UP PROGRAM
All Ages Come out to meet and greet with Pocket, our resident corn snake. Pocket and a naturalist will be at Alum Spring Park from 2-4 p.m. Stop by when you can to learn about, touch, and maybe even hold this sweet reptile. This free program is come and go, so stop by anytime from 2-4 p.m. No registration required. Please wear a mask. Location: Alum Spring Park Shelter Friday, March 26 at 2-4pm
AFTERSCHOOL NATURE CLUB
5-11 years Let’s have some fun in Nature! We’ll meet one Thursday a month from February-May. Each date will feature a different topic so be sure to catch them all. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and bring a reusable water bottle (labeled). No non-registered siblings please. Pre-registration is required for this program. Location: Motts Run Reservoir. Thursdays, 4:30pm – 6:00 pm February 18 – Nature Art March 18 – Birding Basics April 22 – Happy Earth-Day! May 20 – Dipnetting for Dragonflies $10/session or $35/series (all four sessions). Kids should be accompanied by a non-paying adult.
DOG CPR AND RESCUE BREATHS
14 years and up PetPro CPR and First Aid is a classroom, video based, instructor led course that teaches the basics of Dog CPR and Rescue Breaths. Recognizing the signs of cardiopulmonary arrest, hand placement and how to give effective rescue breaths. Pre-registration is required. Instructor: Sonja Johnson. Tuesdays, 6pm–8pm at Dorothy Hart Community Center January 12 January 26 $38/$43 per session (res/non-res). Pre-Registration is required.
Heartsaver First Aid and CPR/AED Certification, see page 5
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HIKE WITH YOUR HOUND
All Ages Take a walk in the woods with your pup! Join a naturalist at Motts Run Reservoir as we take a hike. We will appreciate the beauty of the winter woods as we hike and a naturalist will be able to point out interesting things along the way. Bring along your dog for the fun. All dogs must be on a leash (6ft or less) throughout the program and be able to play well with others. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. Pre-registration is required. Location: Motts Run Reservoir Saturday, January 23 at 10am-11:30am Saturday, February 20 at 10am-11:30am $6 per person
NATURE ART
12 years and up Need a new outlet for your creativity? Join a naturalist at Motts Run Reservoir as we use natural items to create masterpieces. Each session will feature a different project so be sure to sign up for them all. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Pre-registration is required. Location: Motts Run Reservoir. Saturday, January 23 at 2pm-3:30pm Saturday, February 20 at 2pm-3:30pm $10 per person, children attend with paying adult
EXPLORE THE ‘POSSUM’BILITIES
All ages Come out and meet animal ambassadors from Awesome ‘Possumz! Awesome ‘Possumz uses live opossums to educate the public about the only native marsupial in the United States. Take this opportunity to learn more about these cool creatures, their adaptations, and the impact they have on our environment. This event is open to all ages but all children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Pre-registration is required. For more information on Awesome ‘Possumz, visit: www.awesomepossumz. com. Location: Motts Run Reservoir Sunday, February 21 at 2pm-3pm $15 per person, kids under 12 are free!
HOMESCHOOL PROGRAMS
Are you part of a local homeschool group? Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events offers great private nature programs for the area’s homeschool groups. Groups can come out once a month to one of our parks for nature education, activities, and fun. Contact the Outdoor Recreation Supervisor, Callie Brown to find out more information or to set this up for your group: cmbrown@fredericksburgva.gov, 540-372-1086 x213.
VIRTUAL CLASSROOM VISITS
Attention teachers and school administrators! Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events is offering Virtual Classroom Visits about various nature topics to the area schools. This is a great opportunity to add some excitement to this unique school year. If you are interested in a live Virtual Classroom Visit, contact Callie Brown: cmbrown@fredericksburgva.gov, 540-372-1086 x213.
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EARTHQUEST PROGRAMS: WALK WITH A HAWK
All Ages Earthquest will be offering some amazing experiences to learn about Birds of Prey. On our Walk with a Hawk, we will take a hike through the woods while one of our educators teaches you about Hawks and what makes them so special. During our walk, our Flighted, Non-Releasable Harris’s Hawk will follow us through the woods in the trees. Participants are encouraged to take pictures and ask questions throughout the program. Pre-registration is required. All children must be accompanied by a paying adult. Location: Motts Run Reservoir. Sunday, January 10 at 4pm-5pm $25/person, kids under 12 are free.
RAPTOR ENCOUNTER
All Ages Want to learn more about birds of prey and meet a few? Join the team from Earthquest at Motts Run Reservoir for a Raptor Encounter where you will have the chance to meet a few different birds of prey and learn about their many adaptations. For more information on Earthquest, visit www.earthquest.org. Pre-Registration is required. Please register the children under 12 as well as space is limited. Location: Motts Run Reservoir. Sunday, January 24 at 4pm-5pm $25/person, kids under 12 are free.
WHOOO LOVES YOU? ALL ABOUT OWLS
All Ages Owls are some of the most amazing creatures. Join the team from Earthquest as you discover all about their adaptations, dig into some owl pellets, and meet a few of these winged animals. Pre-registration is required. Please register the children under 12 as well as space is limited. Masks are appreciated. Visit www.earthquest. org for more information on Earthquest. Location: Motts Run Reservoir. Saturday, February 13 at 2pm-3:30pm $25/person, kids under 12 are free.
Masks are required for indoor programs. For outdoor programs, masks are required when social distancing cannot be maintained.
HIP HOP CHEER AND DANCE CLASS
7 – 10yrs This program focuses on fun cheers and modern hip hop movements with a vivacious urban feel. Participants will focus on rhythm and musicality, how to “find,” count music and dance with a team. Different styles of hip hop dance will be combined with fun choreography. For cheer, participants will be taught various dance and cheer combinations, basic stunts, and fun choreography. Along with these skills, participants will build teamwork, confidence and leadership skills. Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center Tuesdays, 4pm – 5pm February 3, 10, 17, 24 March 2, 9, 16, 23 $45/$45 (residents and non-residents)
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7 – 15yrs The purpose of this clinic is for players to improve their basic skills and knowledge of the game of roller hockey. Players will learn crossovers, stopping, stick handling, passing the puck, receiving the puck, and shooting along with other skills. Each time you attend a class, it is 1 punch. Punch cards can be printed off with registration receipt. Location: Roller Hockey Rink at Dixon Park. Equipment needed: in-line skates, helmet with full facial protection, mouth guard, hockey gloves and stick, elbow and shin pads. Saturdays, 12pm – 1pm Schedule: Continuous 5 Class Punch Card $35/$35 (residents & non-res)
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8yrs – Adult This program is for adults and children alike to help develop coordination, muscle tone, and self-confidence. The instructor does more than teach the basic karate movements; he also works on discipline and respect for others. It’s a fun, inexpensive way to experience all the value of a martial arts program. And parents, you can take it with your kids! Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center Saturdays, 10:00am – 12:00pm February 13 - March 20 $40/$50 (residents/non-res)
5yrs – 7yrs Our Junior Karate class is a great introduction into the world of martial arts for children. It is an excellent way to develop selfconfidence, balance, and discipline. Be sure to register early, class size is limited. Location: Dorothy Hart Community Center Saturdays, 9:00am – 10:00am January 9 – February 13 March 6 – April 10 $40/$50 (residents/non-res)
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YOUTH SPORTS “QUICK STICKS” FIELD HOCKEY Nothing is more satisfying than whacking a small ball, with a field hockey stick. But field hockey lets you dribble that ball, flick it, roll it, slide it around and in between people’s legs, glide it, pass it, and much more. Field hockey is a team sport that is becoming more popular every year. Give it a try, and you will surely become hooked! Grab your stick and be sure to register. Practices are either Mondays & Wednesdays, or Tuesday & Thursdays. Games are during the week and on Saturdays. All practices and games will be play at Dixon Park. The age determination date will be May 15th, 2021. Registration beings February 1 for City residents and February 15 for Non-City Residents. Deadline to register is March 5 or when the division is full. There is a $10 fee for late registration. Location: Dixon Park. Rookies (7yrs – 9yrs) Juniors (10yrs – 12yrs) Seniors (13yrs – 15yrs) April 5 – May 15 Times Vary: weekday evenings and Saturdays $35/$70 (resident/non-residents)
YOUTH BASEBALL
Do you want to be the next Bryce Harper, Aaron Judge, José Altuve, or Manny Machado? Come watch your children develop there baseball skills and get a chance to be just like them. The players will also learn sportsmanship, and respect their teammates and much more through friendly competitive sports. The Age determination date will be June 15th, 2021. Registrations begin March 1 for City Residents and March 15 for Non-City residents. Deadline to register is April 10th or when the division is full. There is a $10 late registration fee. Location: Sunshine Ballpark and Snowden Park. T-Ball (5yrs – 6yrs) Coach Pitch (7rs – 8yrs) Minors (9yrs – 10yrs) Mondays – Saturdays May 10 – June 30 Times Vary: weekday evenings and Saturdays $35/$70 (residents/non-residents)
YOUTH SOCCER
Are you the next Carli Lloyd or Clint Dempsey? Come show us your skills for our fall soccer league. Players learn fundamentals including dribbling, passing, shooting and teamwork. The age determination date is May 15th, 2021. Registration begins February 1 for City residents and February 15 for Non-City residents. Deadline to register is March 5 or when the division is full. There is a $10 late fee for any late registration. Location: Dixon Park. Novice (6yrs – 7yrs) Rookie (8yrs – 9yrs) Junior (10yrs – 12yrs) Senior (13yrs – 16yrs) April 5 - May 15 Times Vary: weekday evenings and Saturdays $35/$70 (residents/non-residents)
COACHES WANTED
Hockey Baseball
Soccer
Field Hockey
If you have a love of the game and enjoy working with children and passing on that interest, call us! Our seasons are about 8 to 10 weeks long. You bring us your enthusiasm and we’ll give you what you need to get started as a volunteer coach!
Call 540-372-1086 or email fredprpf@fredericksburgva.gov.
COVID-19 PROTOCOLS FOR SPRING SPORTS: • • • • • • • • •
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Practices and games will be limited to player with two family members All who attend practices/games will be asked to take temperature at home prior to leaving for fields Coaches to ask players, or parents of players, if players have a higher than normal temperature before each practice/game Anyone with temperature will be required to leave No one will be allowed onto the field until it is their practice or game time Parents must socially distance on the sidelines All who are at the field MUST wear a mask, and keep the mask on during practices and/or games Referees will follow the direction of their association when it concerns masks Please see our registration information packet for sports for more details regarding changes to our sports leagues as a result of the pandemic.
Masks are required for indoor programs. For outdoor programs, masks are required when social distancing cannot be maintained.
YOU + SPORTS = MAKE AN IMPACT FOR ALL KIDS THANK YOU 2020 BASKETBALL SPONSORS Garry M. Johns, Jr., Realtor, CTI Real Estate Trinity Turf, INC Fredericksburg Rentals Shiloh Baptist Church New Site Youth Ministry Universal Dynamics INC. Eastern Virginia Career College Parrish Snead Franklin Simpson, PLC Attorneys At Law Chenega Decisions Sciences, LLC Play It Again Sports Kappa Diamonds Chenega Decisions Sciences, LLC Seth and Jennifer Casarotti
THANK YOU TO OUR 2020 BASKETBALL COACHES Garry Johns, Jr. Anne Bradshaw Kim McClellan Jeh Hicks William Hoover James Bowie Wayne Matthew John Coker Sarah Markham Seth Casarotti Paul Cseko Romel Turner Charlie Frye, Sr. Antarae T. Byrd Patrick Whalen Laura Schubert Dillon Dress Brandon Bachmeier
Joseph Conrad Justin Buckner Kristin Menard Anthony Dykes Hamish Malin Rebecca Malin Ashley Atkins James Whitman Aimee Hardy Shirelle Sullivan Langston Jacobs Kentrale Washington Larry Hardison Jennifer Gallaway Chris Franklin Donnell T. King Greg Hendrix Devon McKiver
John Wack Robert Bailey Angela Richwine Andrew Gaydish Nathan Dammeyer DeAndre Morris Quincy Crecelius Click Steve Spicer Brett Lively Lovelace Adjei Nikeka Jackson
Your Logo Here
WHEN YOU SPONSOR OUR SPORTS TEAMS EVERYONE WINS! Businesses and organizations have the opportunity to sponsor a team in any of our sports. Team sponsorships can be obtained for a $150 investment. Supports our programs and aids Parks and Recreation in giving to families who can’t afford registration fees a chance to play.
Sponsors receive:
• Organization logo or statement on team jerseys • Recognition in Parks and Recreation brochure • A good feeling of knowing you are making sports available to all children in the City who want to play.
Children & Teams receive:
• Sponsored teams will receive an upgraded awards at the end of the season. For information, contact Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events at 540-372-1086 or email fredprpf@fredericksburgva.gov.
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FITNESS
ADULT GROUP FITNESS
18yrs and above Group Fitness is a great way to stay active and meet like-minded individuals. All fitness levels are encouraged to join. Each time you attend a class, it is one punch. Attend any class during the week with this monthly pass.
Monday: Early Morning Sculpt and Tone, 8:10am - 9:00am. This class includes a varsity of exercises to strengthen, tone and keep you flexible. Core condition floor work will also be part of the class. Tuesday: Gentle Yoga, 8:30am - 9:30am. Stretch, strengthen, breathe and relax with this restorative class. Work at your individual level as the instructor guides you through a series of standing, seated, and lying postures. Appropriate for those new to Yoga and those familiar with traditional poses. Wednesday: Early Morning Sculpt and Tone, 8:10am - 9:00am. This class includes a varsity of exercises to strengthen, tone and keep you flexible. Core condition floor work will also be part of the class. Thursday: Weights and Cardio Mix, 8:30am - 9:30am. Weights and cardio together? Why not! This class will combine strength training and cardiovascular training into one class. Build your endurance and increase your strength during this class. Friday: Pilates for the beginner to intermediate levels, 11:30am - 12:20pm. Pilates is for ages and abilities! Class will focus on activating deep muscles while helping tone, streamline and improve your posture through the emphasis on body conditioning, core muscles training and flexibility. Bring your own mat and set of weights, or two if you want! Bring your own towel, water bottle, and wear comfortable clothing. Masks will be required when physical distancing is unable to be obtained. Class will be held in the auditorium. Participants will enter and exit the auditorium via the Charles St. door. Location: DHCC Auditorium Mondays – Fridays Monthly $35/$35 (residents and non-residents)
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DISCOVER A NEW WALKING TRAIL THIS WINTER
There is a new way to get in shape this year in Fredericksburg, and best of all its free! Discover the outdoor fitness trail at Dixon Park (1300 Dixon Street, Fredericksburg, VA). The ten interactive stations include a balance walk, side bend, body raise, leg stretch, hamstring stretch, pull up bar, calf stretch, tension release, sit up bench, and hamstring pull bench. Visitors will find these new fitness stations along the 0.56 mile asphalt looped path inside the park. The trail is ADA accessible and is open to the public for all users. The fitness trail kit was manufactured by Fit Trail, and has features that will work all five areas of fitness through an individual’s muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, and body composition. The equipment is simple, and uses a person’s body weight for resistance. There is signage at the beginning and end of the trail, as well at each station with instructions on how to use the trail. A great way to give your body an overall workout without joining a gym!
PICKLEBALL COURTS
The City’s pickleball courts are located in Memorial Park (Kenmore) on the corner of Kenmore Avenue and Mary Ball Street at 1401 Kenmore Ave. Park hours: 6am-10pm daily. The courts are a non-membership public facility. This means they are open for individual public play unless officially reserved through the Parks and Recreation office. Player groups that meet at the courts must share the courts with other players who wish to play their own games.
Masks are required for indoor programs. For outdoor programs, masks are required when social distancing cannot be maintained.
BUS TRIPS
MACKINAC ISLAND
8 Days May 1-8, 2021 Highlights: Chicago, Millennium Park, Holland’s Tulip Time Festival, Mackinac Island, Grand Hotel, Frankenmuth, Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village. Highlights: Chicago, Millennium Park, Holland’s Tulip Time Festival, Mackinac Island, Grand Hotel, Frankenmuth, Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village
AMERICA’S COWBOY COUNTRY
8 Days September 20-27, 2021 Highlights: Grand Teton National Park, Yellowstone National Park, Choice on Tour between Buffalo Bill Center of the West and Heart Mountain Interpretive Center, Deadwood, Crazy Horse Memorial, Mt. Rushmore, Badlands National Park.
This classic Midwestern tour features Illinois and Michigan. See quaint Charlevoix’s unique stone “mushroom houses.” Savor two incredible nights amid the luxury of the Grand Hotel on Mackinac Island. Enjoy a horse and buggy tour of Mackinac Island. Explore the wonderful city of Chicago with a local guide. Spend a night in the Bavarian-influenced town of Frankenmuth. In Dearborn, experience the inspirational Henry Ford Museum and view historic homes at Greenfield Village including the famous American workshops of Thomas Edison, Henry Ford and Robert Frost.
Visit Yellowstone, Grand Teton National Park, Mt. Rushmore and the Crazy Horse Memorial on this great American adventure. Spend two nights in the cowboy town of Jackson Hole, Wyoming, the crown jewel of the Northern Rockies. Experience the Wild West as it once was at Yellowstone National Park, home to an incredible array of wildlife and Old Faithful. Search for free-ranging herds of buffalo in Custer State Park. Check off one of life’s mustdos with the thrill of seeing Old Faithful erupt. Marvel at Grand Teton National Park’s towering peaks, marked with mountain glaciers. Soak in stunning views of Mt. Rushmore and the Crazy Horse Memorials.
May 1-8, 2021
September 20-27, 2021
Cost: $3,299 per person (double occupancy) and $4,299 per person (single occupancy). *Cost includes land, air, taxes/fees, pick up to and from airport, most meals and tour manager
Cost: $3,449 per person (double occupancy) and $4,299 per person (single occupancy). *Cost includes land, air, taxes/fees, pick up to and from airport, most meals and tour manager
Deposit of $500 due upon reservation. Final payment due by May 1, 2021
Deposit of $500 due upon reservation. Final payment due by July 22, 2021
To register or find out more information visit the Dorothy Hart Community Center or online at https://gateway.gocollette.com/ link/1034252.
To register or find out more information visit the Dorothy Hart Community Center or online at https://gateway.gocollette.com/ link/1034223.
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POLICIES AND PROCEDURES REGISTRATION
• Fees must be paid in full at registration. • $50 fee for returned checks. • We reserve the right to cancel programs for insufficient enrollment. • Visa, Mastercard, Discover, and American Express cards accepted. • Debit cards must carry the Visa logo to be accepted. • All programs have a minimum and maximum enrollment. Please bring your child’s birth certificate the first time they enroll with our department.
ADA AMERICAN DISABILITIES ACT
Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events invites people with and without disabilities to enjoy our programs, parks, and facilities. Please let us know if you need modifications to enjoy our programs! For more information, please call or email us.
WAITING LIST
A wait list will be created when a program has reached its maximum participant capacity. All in-person and mail-in registrants will be put on the waiting list unless otherwise requested. If a space becomes available and a person’s waiting list status changes, you will be contacted by the department. Waiting lists do not roll over from previous, different sessions. Please plan to register for activities as early as possible. Many activities fill up quickly.
CANCELLATIONS
Our Parks, Recreation and Events Department cancels sports practices and games. Any time the City schools are closed because of inclement weather, our programs are cancelled. All programs held at city schools are cancelled when there is a City school holiday. Please register for Fred Alert to get notices about cancellations, registration deadlines. www.FredericksburgAlert.com Cancellations are announced on B101.5, Y99.3, and WFLS Radio Stations.
REFUND POLICY
• Individuals wishing to withdraw and/or requesting a refund must do so by contacting the Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation and Events Department by phone, fax, mail or in person. • Individuals must follow up their verbal cancellation request with a written refund request and submit it to FPRE prior to cancellation deadlines. • It is the participant’s responsibility to verify receipt of refund requests. • A 10% administrative fee will be charged on all refund requests for cancellations received less than 2 weeks before program start date, unless otherwise specified. • There will be no refunds given to those who withdraw after program start date. • Refunds will require 4 weeks for processing unless paid by credit card. Credit card refunds will take 5 business days to process. • If the department cancels a program or trip, the money will be refunded. • Classes: Students must cancel 24 hours before the 1st class to be eligible for refund. No refunds will be given after the first class. • Trips: Registrants who cancel on or before the posted cancellation date shall receive a full refund. After that date, money will be refunded ONLY if the slot is filled by another participant. • Sports: No refunds will be made after the 1st game. • Camps: Cancellation requests less than two weeks (14 days) before camp start date are eligible for a 50% refund. And there are no refunds on cancellations less than 7 days before program start date. • Changes to these policies will be posted online and at the Community Center.
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NOTIFICATIONS AND ALERTS
Sign up for our monthly newsletter, NewsFlash and Fred Alerts to keep informed of what’s happening with Parks and Recreation! Call 540-372-1086 ext. 9 or email fredprpf@fredericksburgva.gov to request details today.
FredericksburgAlert.com
Subscribe to Parks, Recreation and Events’ notifications on: - program cancellations due to weather - closures of parks, trails and swimming pool - special event notices related to weather or last minute notifications Emergency notifications are sent through our Fredericksburg Alert subscriber lists. Create an account to receive notifications by text or email. And update your preferences often.
Calendar Notifications
Sign up to our Special Events Street Closure Calendar, Parks and Recreation Programs Calendars and Arts Commission Meeting Calendar. These are usually not emergencyrelated notifications.
FPRE Newsletter
Sign up for Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events’ monthly newsletter to receive reminders for registration deadlines, class sign-ups, upcoming events and trips.
Catalog Mailing List
Sign up to receive our activity catalog by mail. We print a new catalog in January, April and August. Plus you’ll receive our summer camp supplement in March.
Masks are required for indoor programs. For outdoor programs, masks are required when social distancing cannot be maintained.
HOW TO REGISTER
Welcome to our Registration Dashboard We are excited to launch our new registration system and we hope you will be too. Our new CivicRec system is mobile friendly and browser neutral. We will launch at the start of the new year. Don’t worry, if you’ve shown your child’s birth certificate to enroll in any of our programs, we will update your file once you sign up for a new account. As always, if you have any difficulties please let us know!
Step 1: CREATE YOUR ACCOUNT
ONLINE
Visit Parks.FXBG.com > Register Online Most programs are available for online enrollment. Classes with special enrollment or fee requirements are not available online and require registration in person, by mail or by fax.
Step 2: BROWSE ACTIVITIES
For mail in registrations, please complete and sign the registration form on page 25. Credit card or check payments only. Mail-in registrations are handled as they come in. Mail registration form and payment to: Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation and Events 408 Canal Street Fredericksburg, VA 22401
FAX
Fax completed registration form to 540-372-3475. Credit card or account payments only. Registration cannot be processed without payment information and signature.
IN PERSON
Registrations are taken in person at the Dorothy Hart Community Center at 408 Canal Street. Cash, check or credit card payments accepted. Office Registration Hours: Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
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Step 3: REGISTER ON YOUR PHONE, TABLET OR COMPUTER.
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REGISTRATION FORM
PLEASE PRINT, FILL OUT COMPLETELY, SIGN AND MAIL OR FAX IT TO: Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events, 408 Canal Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Fax: (540) 372-3475
HOUSEHOLD INFORMATION: Adult’s First Name ___________________________________
Adult’s Last Name ___________________________________
Address _________________________________________________________________________________________________ City / State _______________________________________________________________ Zip ___________________________ Home Phone __________________ Work Phone / Cell Phone __________________ E-mail _____________________________
REGISTRATION INFORMATION: Participant Name
M/F
DOB
Activity Name
I need a modification because of disability (circle one): YES NO
Date/Time
Fee
Allergies? YES NO ____________________________
If yes to either above, please explain: __________________________________________________________________________
PAYMENT INFORMATION: Please check one of the following:
Check (make payable to “City of Fredericksburg”)
Cash (walk-in only)
Credit Card (Visa, M/C, Discover, Amex)
Credit Card Number: _________________________________________________________________________________________ Exp. ______ Signature: ______________________________________________________________________________________
Liability Release:
I understand the nature and scope of the activity listed above. I understand that there are risks and dangers associated with the activity. I understand that it is not the function of the City of Fredericksburg, its employees, agents, operators, or instructors to guarantee the safety of participants with respect to this activity. I also understand that each participant has the responsibility to exercise with due care in the performance of the activity for the safety of him/herself and the other participants. In consideration of my/the participant’s being permitted to enroll in this activity, I hereby release, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Fredericksburg, its employees, agents, operators, and instructors from any and all claims, demands, costs, charges, and expenses for harm, injury, damage or loss which may be sustained by me/the participant as a result of or relating to participation in this activity. Also, by signing below, I give Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation and Events permission to use photographs and videos of me and my children for publicity in order to increase community awareness of FPRE programs and in all publications and other media without limitation. Signature of Parent/Guardian/Participant: ________________________________________________________ Date___________
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CITY PARKS & TRAILS Alum Spring Park Canal Path City Dock Cobblestone Park Cossey Park Cowan Boulevard Trail Dixon Park Dorothy Hart Community Center Fall Hill Trail Fredericksburg Dog Park Hurkamp Park Maury Playground Memorial (Kenmore) Park Motts Run Reservoir Recreation Area Powhatan Park Old Mill Park Rappahannock River Heritage Trail Riverfront Park Snowden Park
Under Construction
Virginia Central Railway Trail W.L. Harris Playground Walker-Grant Center Basketball Courts
Hockey
Public Art
BBQ Grill
Horseshoe Pits
Restrooms / Porta Johns
Benches/ Seating Area
Parking
Swimming
Boat Launch
Picnic Area
Tennis Courts
Covered Shelter
Pickleball Courts
Trails
Fishing
Playground Equipment
Rent our parks, picnic shelters and the trails for your event. Please call 540-372-1086 or visit Parks.FXBG.com > Parks
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ALUM SPRING PARK
Cowan Boulevard Trail
This urban paved pathway offers walkers and bicyclists 1.72 miles of convenient access along Cowan Boulevard from Route 1 to Retail Drive. Trails are open all day, year round.
Dixon Park
Alum Spring Park
Located at the end of Greenbrier Drive. Discover this hidden treasure within our city limits! This wooded park with a footbridge is equipped with a picnic shelter, picnic tables, new playground equipment, restrooms, grill and walking paths. Alum Spring Park may be closed during inclement weather or due to conditions considered hazardous to the public’s safety. Please sign up for Fredericksburg Alerts at www.Fredericksburgalert.com. This is how you will be notified of any park closures or delays. Park is open daily. Closed dusk to dawn. For more information on renting the park and shelter, call the Parks, Recreation & Events office at 540-372-1086 ext. 0.
Canal Path
The Canal Path is a paved pathway that is 1.8 miles long and winds along the canal from Fall Hill Avenue to Princess Anne Street. The Rappahannock River Heritage Trail is a 1.6 mile asphalt stretch that connects the two parts of the Canal Path, making a 3.1 mile loop, just about right for a 5K charity walk. Great for walkers and bike riders of all ages. Trails are open all day, year round.
City Dock
Located at 207 Sophia Street at the end of the street, just past the railroad tracks. This historic dock dates back to George Washington’s day. Public fishing is permitted 24 hours a day, seven days a week. City Dock is open all day, year round. City Dock may be closed during inclement weather or due to conditions considered hazardous to the public’s safety. Please sign up for Fredericksburg Alerts at www. Fredericksburgalert.com. This is how you will be notified of any park closures or delays.
Cobblestone Park
Located at the intersection of Willis Street and Cobblestone Boulevard, this ten acre, wooded park features a one-mile looped trail and views of Hazel Run. The park is open year round from 5am to 10pm daily.
Located at 1300 Dixon Street (near Rt. 2 & 17 across from Mayfield subdivision). This outdoor facility is 46 acres and features athletic fields, including a free play field for community use, an outdoor swimming pool, playground equipment, 1.5 miles of trails, restrooms, an outdoor roller hockey rink and nature preserve areas. The Jogging/ Walking Trail is a paved pathway that begins at the kiosk, and is marked to help you track your distance. Dixon Park is located at 1300 Dixon Street, which is on Route 2 and 17 across from Mayfield subdivision. For more information on renting the park, call the Parks, Recreation & Events office 540-372-1086 ext. 0.
Doris E. Buffett Swimming Pool
Located at 1300 Dixon Street (near Route 2 & 17 across from Mayfield subdivision). The Outdoor Swimming Pool has a great slide, fun water features for the little ones and a zero-depth entry area for easy access. Open Memorial Day to Labor Day.
Fall Hill Trail
This urban paved pathway offers walkers and bicyclists 1.39 miles of a convenient route along Fall Hill Avenue from the Canal to Gordon W. Shelton Boulevard. Trails are open all day, year round.
Fredericksburg Dog Park
Located at 1601 Kenmore Avenue (near Mary Ball St.). This is a special fenced-in area available to city residents and their pets only. This dog park is self-monitored by its users and is designed for dogs 4 months and older. Open daily, closed dusk to dawn. The off-leash area is surrounded by a six foot fence. Water is provided for pets only. City residents who wish to use this facility need to have their dog tags, which are available at City Hall.
ALUM SPRING PLAYGROUND
Cossey Park
Located at Littlepage Street and Grove Avenue at 1601 Kenmore Avenue. The Cossey Park is a neighborhood park that features winding trails, a small fishing pond, open space, a community garden, and botanical garden used for educational sessions sponsored by the Virginia Cooperative Extension service. Open 6am1pm, year round.
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Park Rentals 540-372-1086 ext 0
Fredericksburg Roller Hockey Rink
Located in Dixon Park, 1300 Dixon Street. This newly constructed outdoor roller hockey rink includes a custom Riley Manufactured board system and a NOVA Play II flooring surface featuring the Capitals logo. The rink also features a Daktronics scoreboard with the Capitals logo. The rink has been built as a partnership between the Washington Capitals and the City of Fredericksburg, with generous support from the new Fredanthropist program and the Fredericksburg Youth Roller Hockey organization. For more information on using or renting the rink, call the Parks, Recreation & Events office 540-372-1086.
Hurkamp Park
Located at 500 William Street at the corner of William Street & Prince Edward Street or George Street & Prince Edward Street. A historic downtown park with a fountain, brick sidewalks, benches and plenty of space for a picnic. Home to the Fredericksburg Farmers Market which is open year-around.
Motts Run Reservoir Recreation Area
Located at 6600 River Road. This lovely oasis within easy reach of town provides a multitude of recreational opportunities. The 860acre natural area, including the 160-acre reservoir, is a haven for fishing, canoeing, hiking, and picnicking. It also serves the residents of Fredericksburg and parts of Spotsylvania County with drinking water. The park features an orienteering course, nature center (open weekend afternoons only), over 4 miles of hiking trails, picnic tables and grills, and jon boat, canoe, and kayak rentals. Boats are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis at the reservoir. If you need a large number of boats with your rental, please indicate how many but these must be rented in person as available. No swimming, horseback riding, or all-terrain vehicles permitted. Mountain biking is allowed only on designated trails.
Hurkamp Park is open to the public and available for rentals, except during Farmers Market hours. For more information on renting the park, call the Parks, Recreation & Events office 540-372-1086 ext. 0.
When fishing, you may bring your own boat (ELECTRIC MOTORS ONLY) to launch on the lake, or fish from the banks. Handicap fishing pier available. A fee is charged for fishing and boat launching area. Valid fishing license required. Bait available for purchase.
Maury Playground
Summer Hours: Thursdays – Mondays, April 1 - October 31 from 7:00am - 7:00pm; the Reservoir is CLOSED on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (weather & water conditions permitting). If the weather is questionable, call before coming, (540) 786-8989. As a cost saving measure, when the weather is bad we reserve the right to close the reservoir early.
Memorial Park
CLOSED in Winter Hours, November 1 - March 31.
Located at 901 Kenmore Ave. at the corner of William Street and Kenmore Avenue. This open play area features a basketball court lit from dusk - 10pm, year round, as well as playground equipment. The park is open 5am-10pm daily.
Memorial Recreation Park (also known as Kenmore) is located on the corner of Kenmore Avenue and Mary Ball Street at 1401 Kenmore Ave. The park is equipped with 7 tennis courts, 6 of which are lit from dusk-10pm, year around. The park also features 4 new pickleball courts at the park giving players 5 dedicated courts from which to choose. Additionally, the park has a basketball hoop, tennis practice wall, open play area, children’s play equipment, and a toddler play area. Park hours: 6am-10pm daily. Pickleball Courts - Keep in mind the pickleball courts in Memorial Park are a non-membership public facility. This means they are open for individual public play unless officially reserved through the Parks and Recreation office. Player groups that meet at the courts must share the courts with other players who wish to play their own games.
MEMORIAL PARK
For more information on renting the park and shelter, call the Parks, Recreation & Events office at 540-372-1086.
Motts Run Nature Center Open Saturday and Sundays, April-October, Noon-5:00pm
Manned by volunteers, this beautiful one-room log cabin features handson nature displays, our resident snake, “Pocket,” and information that the whole family will enjoy. Looking for a fun family day? Visit our Nature Center and then head off on one of the hiking trails or grab a picnic table for your family lunch.
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VCR TRAIL Powhatan Park
Located at 1521 Powhatan Street at the intersection of Cowan Boulevard and Powhatan Street. A little less than an acre, this park has a playground, benches & open space. It’s the perfect spot for a an outdoor birthday party rental. Open 5am to 10pm daily.
Old Mill Park
Located at 2201 Caroline Street. Our most popular park, Old Mill features soccer fields, picnic shelters, a playground, restrooms and river front views. This park is situated along the Rappahannock River with a canoe/kayak boat launch. The Rappahannock River Heritage Trail passes directly by Old Mill Park and is a popular spot for walkers to access the trail. Old Mill is a perfect rental location for your next event! Old Mill Park may be closed during inclement weather or due to conditions considered hazardous to the public’s safety. Please sign up for Fredericksburg Alerts at www. Fredericksburgalert.com. This is how you will be notified of any park closures or delays. For more information on renting the park or a shelter, call the Parks, Recreation & Events office 540-372-1086.
Rappahannock River Heritage Trail
A 1.6 mile asphalt stretch that connects the two parts of the Canal Path making a 3.4 mile loop, just about right for a 5K charity walk. The trail, which is 10 feet wide, begins near the intersection of Princess Anne and Ford streets at one end of the Rappahannock Canal. Beautiful views of the Rappahannock River, Old Mill Park and several historic mills are seen throughout the trail. The river overlook along Riverside Drive should not be missed. Great for walkers and bike riders of all ages. Open all day, year round.
Riverfront Park
Located at 713 Sophia Street on the beautiful Rappahannock River, in the 500-700 blocks of Sophia Street. The park is under renovation and not currently available for rent.
Snowden Park
Snowden Park is located on Fall Hill Avenue. The park features basketball courts, playground equipment and a baseball field, with easy access to paved walking trails. Open daily 5am - 10pm.
Virginia Central Railway Trail
The 2.7 mile trail for pedestrians, bicyclists and runners Virginia Central Railway (VCR) Trail. This ten foot wide asphalt trail extends from the eastern end of the Cobblestone development off Lafayette Boulevard out Lafayette Boulevard and across the Blue and Gray Parkway, then through Alum Spring Park and across Jefferson Davis Highway (Route 1) to a point near the Idlewild neighborhood, just east of I-95. Scenic views of Hazel Run and the historic Virginia Central Railway trail bed are visible throughout the trail. Open all day, year round.
W. L. Harris Playground
Located in the community of Mayfield, this park has a covered shelter, playground equipment, and a basketball court lit from dusk to 10pm. Park is open daily from 6am to 10pm.
Walker-Grant Center
Located at 200 Gunnery Road. The facility is operated and maintained by city schools. It has open playing fields, basketball court lit from dusk - 10 pm year around and a children’s play area. Park is open dusk to dawn daily.
Off-Road Recreation Trails
Mountain biking is allowed only on designated trails. For complete information on other area trails please visit FredTrails.org.
Rent our parks, picnic shelters and paved trails for your event. Please call 540-372-1086 or visit Parks.FXBG.com > Parks
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The City of Fredericksburg installs an annual display of road side sculptures in the City’s Public Sculpture Project. These sculptures are on loan from the artists for a year at a time. They are designed to enhance gateway areas of the City and are displayed at key locations for both vehicle and pedestrian visibility. These artworks provide an unexpected and unique opportunity to view art in our city. Interested in purchasing one of these pieces? Contact info@fredarts.com.
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Beacon, Michael Alfano Fall Hill Ave
Re: Aman, Anthony Heinz May Caroline at OMP
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Three Musketeers, Micahel Bednar Wolfe Street triangle
Moon Song, Patrick Andrews Caroline Street at VRE
Sponsored by: Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority Mary Washington Healthcare Rappahannock Development Group
Photo: Marjorie A. Och
Public Sculpture Project
Photo: Robert A. Martin
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For more information call 540-372-1086 or visit fredarts.com.
Visit all 6 sculptures today! #FREDARTS
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Green Piece, Nathan Pierce Dixon Park
Photo: Robert A. Martin
Made possible by the Fredericksburg Arts Commission, Fredericksburg Economic Development Authority, Fredericksburg Public Works and Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events.
A Future and A Hope, Charlie Brouwer Hospital Drive at Sam Perry Blvd
Mary Washington Healthcare
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FREDERICKSBURG FINE ARTS SHOW & SALE
Fredericksburg Parks and Recreation Director’s Fund
FRI., MARCH 12- SUN., MARCH 14
Call for Artists!! PaintingEntry and artDeadline: made easy fornow!
Monday, February 22, 2021
Sponsored by the Woman's Club of Fredericksburg and Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation and Events Proceeds from this show benefit the Woman's Club of Fredericksburg's Local scholarship program and Parks, Recreation and Events programs. -Open show welcoming a wide range of artists, styles and mediums. -Opportunity to sell your artwork -Compete for cash prizes
Register Online at www.FredParksRec.com Questions? Call 540-372-1086 or ksherbert@fredericksburgva.gov
New Pieces Installed! Thanks to everyone in our community who donated to the Fredericksburg Parks and Recreation Directors Fund at the Community Foundation, the department has just installed two new pieces of equipment at the Alum Spring Park playground. You can help enhance our parks, trails and the lives of our residents with your contribution to the Director’s Fund. Find out more information and make a donation online at www.cfrrr.org/fredericksburg-parks-and-recreation-directorsfund Donate today!
Saturday, February 6th 1:00 PM- 4:30 PM Hockey Rink @ Dixon Park All ages and families welcome! Held snow or shine. We have snowballs that don’t require snow!! Come dressed for the weather and bring drinking water. Children must be supervised by an accompanying adult. Teen and adults, bring your group of friends and we’ll schedule you for an adults-only match too!
Admission: Pre- registration is required, registration opens January 1st & closes January 25th $3 per person or $6 for 2 people Matches are approximately every 15 minutes. Signed waivers are required to play. Due to COVID protocals mask & gloves will be required to wear the entire event.
Fredericksburg Parks, Recreation & Events, Call 540-372-1086 or FredParksRec.com for details.
Dorothy Hart Community Center 408 Canal Street, Fredericksburg, VA 22401 Parks.FXBG.com 540-372-1086 fredprpf@fredericksburgva.gov