Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department
2014
LIVE ACTIVE
FALL ACTIVITY GUIDE
Football/Cheerleading REGISTRATION LAST CALL
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Flag Football & Volleyball
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Soccer Programs
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After School
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Yoga and Fitness
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Tennis For Life
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Parks
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Get Out & Get Active Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department Activity Guide August – November 2014 www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd
Administrative Staff John Gentry, Director Email: jgentry@oconee.ga.us Lisa Davol Deputy Director – Programs Email: ldavol@oconee.ga.us
Whitney England Community Programs Email: wengland@oconee.ga.us
Tom Popps Deputy Director – Park Services Email: tpopps@oconee.ga.us
Janine Lynn Administrative Assistant Email: jlynn@oconee.ga.us
Mission Statement The Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department, through a coordinated effort, seeks to enrich the quality of life of the citizens we serve by providing safe and accessible recreational facilities and a diversified program of recreational activities for all citizens.
Park Contacts: Oconee Veterans Park............................................ Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. ............................ Phone: 706-769-3965 Herman C. Michael Park ....................................... Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. ............................. Phone: 706-769-3966 Inclement Weather Hotline ............................................................................................................................. Phone: 706-769-2965 Open Gym Hotline .............................................................................................................................................. Phone: 706-769-3970
The Parks and Recreation Department office will be closed for the following holidays: Labor Day: September 1 and Thanksgiving: November 27 – 28
Notice of non-discrimination: Pursuant to Title II ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, no otherwise qualified individual with a disability in the United States shall, solely by reason of her or his disability, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance or under any program or activity conducted by Oconee County, Georgia. Additionally, pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, no person shall on the grounds of race, color, or national origin be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity conducted by Oconee County, Georgia
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General Information
Registration begins July 14
All activities will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Most of our activities have limited enrollment, so register early! There are 2 easy ways for you to enroll: 1. Register online. Go to www.oconeecounty.com/ ocprd then click “Registration,” or 2. Come by Oconee Veterans Park, Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m.
Payment
Starting July 1, 2014, Payee will be responsible for paying debit/credit card convenience fees. We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express payments. You may also pay by check or money order. Cash not accepted.
Refund Policy No refunds or credits will be granted within 5 days prior to a program draft or session start date. If you request a refund at least 5 days before the program begins, you have two options: (1) Receive an immediate credit for the full amount; or (2) Receive a refund, minus a 25% administration fee. In addition, a credit may be issued in the event an activity cannot be completed due to a documented medical problem. Credits granted may only be used for future OCPRD coordinated programs. Debit/Credit card convenience fees are non-refundable.
Inclement Weather/Rain out Policy Cancellations due to weather on weeknights will generally not be made until 4 p.m. We will make every reasonable effort to contact head coaches/team managers with cancellation information and coaches/team managers will contact parents/players. Contact our Inclement Weather Hotline by dialing 706-769-2965 for current cancellations due to inclement weather conditions.
NEW - Rain Out Alerts Now get Alerts sent directly to your mobile phone or email!
For mobile alerts: Text OCPRD to 84483 For email alerts: Go to https://www.rainedout.net and enter Oconee County and your email address
Parent Requirement PAYS Coordinator: Nick Vitale Email: nvitale@oconee.ga.us In order for a child to participate in any competitive youth activity, at least one parent must be a current member of the Parents Association of Youth Sports (PAYS). To fulfill this requirement, follow the steps below: 1. Go to http://www.nays.org/paysonline/how-itworks.cfm and click “Get Started” 2. Contact Information: Complete contact info, then click “Next” 3. Select League/Agency Affiliation: Click “Yes”, select “Oconee County Pks & Rec Dept” and then click “Next” 4. Payment Information: NO PAYMENT OR DONATION REQUIRED, simply click “Confirm” 5. Confirmation: Click “Process” 6. Thank You for Registering page appears, click “Next” 7. Click “Start PAYS Course” 8. Click on video to begin course 9. Answer required course questions to complet
Volunteer Coaches Needed! Program Coordinator: Nick Vitale Email: nvitale@oconee.ga.us We are looking for a few good coaches! Volunteers needed to coach youth soccer, flag football and cheerleading programs. Our programs focus on the FUNdamentals of the game. Deadline by August 4: 1. Complete an application 2. Submit an original signed copy of the Criminal History Consent form 3. Provide a copy of your valid driver’s license 4. Complete free on-line CDC concussion training and submit certificate of completion 5. Attend and complete an NYSCA class NYSCA certification classes will be held: • August 6 at 6:15 p.m. at Oconee Veterans Park • August 13 at 6:15 p.m. at Oconee Veterans Park If you are interested in coaching, please visit http://www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd/index.php/ volunteers to print coaching forms.
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Youth Programs Football
Football
and Cheerleading
Program Coordinator: Drew Torok Email: dtorok@oconee.ga.us Registration ran from May 4–June 9. Call for availability. Football camp is July 14 -18 at North Oconee High School (separate registration for camp). Football practices begin July 28.
LAST CALL FOR BOTH PROGRAMS! FOOTBALL CALL FOR AVAILABILITY. CHEERLEADING DEADLINE JULY 18. Cheerleading Program Coordinator: Whitney England Email: wengland@oconee.ga.us Age Groups:
7U, 8U, 9U, 10U, 11U and 12U
Age Control Date:
August 1, 2014
Leagues:
North Georgia Youth Football Association www.ngyfa.sidhelp.com Competition squad will be offered. Details coming soon!
Competition: Squads: Practices:
Cheerleaders will cheer for Warrior or Titan team based on school district where cheerleader lives Tuesday and Thursday at park facilities
Games:
Saturdays at High School Stadiums
Fee:
$135 uniform provided.
*No online registration. You must register in person at Oconee Veterans Park. You must provide a birth certificate and utility bill or “Powerschool” document verifying age and school district.* Make up fitting & registration Tuesday, July 17, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. at Oconee Veterans Park Community Center.
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Flag Football and Volleyball
NFL Punt, Pass and Kick
Youth Volleyball
Program Coordinator: Drew Torok Email: dtorok@oconee.ga.us Ages: 8–15 years Days: Saturday, September 13 Time: 9:30 a.m. –12:00 p.m. Location: Herman C. Michael Park field 2 Fee: Free! Local competition winners will advance to the Sectional Round and contend for a chance to compete at the Atlanta Falcons Team Championship competition. Fee: FREE!
Program Coordinator: Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us
Youth Flag Football League Program Coordinator: Nick Vitale Email: nvitale@oconee.ga.us Get into the zone! The league offers players the opportunity to learn football fundamentals, team strategies and play formations without tackle contact. Practices and/or games held two times a week on Tuesday evenings and Saturday mornings at the Oconee parks or school facilities. Season conducted August 19 – October 21. Registration deadline is August 1 or until all spaces are filled. Game jersey and flags provided.
League Micro
Ages 5–6
Mite
7–8
Pee Wee
9–10
Evaluations No evaluations for 5–6 league Tuesday, August 13 A–K at 6 p.m. L–Z at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, August 13 A–K at 6:45 p.m. L–Z at 7 p.m.
Fee $65
Volleyball I Learn to volley, set, spike and more! Girls ages 9 - 11 will learn basic volleyball skills and rules. Participants will practice fundamentals through a variety of skill building activities and drills. All participants receive a t-shirt. Ages: Days: Sessions: Time: Location: Fee:
9 -11 years Tuesdays and Thursdays August 19 - October 9 6:15 p.m.-7:15 p.m. Oconee Veterans Park $65
Volleyball II Spike it down! Fun, instructional class for girls that allows participants to advance their volleyball skills. Participants will begin practicing skills and advance into match play during later classes. All participants will receive a t-shirt. Ages: 12 -14 years Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Sessions: August 19 - October 9 Time: 7:30 - 8:30 pm Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $65
$65 $70
Age control date is August 1, 2014. Evaluations held at Oconee Veterans Park. Teams selected by department staff/draft.
Volunteer Coaches Needed for Cheerleading, Youth Soccer and Flag Football Fall Leagues! Contact Nick Vitale at nvitale@oconee.ga.us for more information.
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Youth Soccer Leagues Smart Start Soccer Program Coordinator: Nick Vitale Email: nvitale@oconee.ga.us Start Smart Soccer is a developmental program for boys and girls age 4. Participants work together with their parent(s) to begin developing the motor skills necessary to participate in league soccer by utilizing positive reinforcement and fun activities. Ages: 4 Sessions: August 18 – September 29 Days: Mondays Time: 6:15 – 7 p.m. Location: Herman C. Michael Park Fee: $45
No session on September 1 Labor Day
Youth Soccer Leagues Program Contact: Jared Hightower Email: jhightower@oconee.ga.us Kick off the fall with OCPRD youth soccer leagues! We offer boys and girls leagues for ages 4 – 18. Practices conducted twice weekly on a Monday, Tuesday, OR Thursday AND Saturdays during the pre-season beginning August 16. Season ends by November 2. Registration ends August 2 or until full. Age control date is August 1, 2014. Must be age 4 by August 1, 2014. We reserve the right to combine leagues if enrollment is not enough to warrant separating the boys and girls. Request for team placement will not be considered unless it is for a sibling.
Micro Soccer League – Age: 4–7 Fee $55 Age Group Evaluation Practice Days Under 6 Under 8
No evaluations for boys or girls league No evaluations for boys or girls league
Monday or Thursday and Saturday Tuesday and Saturday
Mandatory Micro Coach Training Clinic held Monday, August 11at 6:15 p.m. at Hermann C. Micheal Park.
Youth Soccer League – Age: 8–18 Fee $65 Age Group Evaluation Practice Days Under 10 Thursday, August 7 Monday, Tuesday OR Thursday Boys & Girls: Last name L–Z at 6:00 p.m. and Saturday Last name A–K at 6:45 p.m. Under 12 Saturday, August 9 Monday, Tuesday OR Thursday Boys & Girls: Last name L–Z at 10:30 a.m. and Saturday Last name A–K at 11:30 a.m. Under 14 Saturday, August 9 Monday, Tuesday OR Thursday Boys: 9:00 a.m. and Saturday Under 15 Saturday, August 9 Monday, Tuesday OR Thursday Girls: 9:00 a.m. and Saturday Evaluations held at Oconee Veterans Park. Mandatory Coach Training Clinic held Saturday, August 9 at 1:30 p.m. at Oconee Veterans Park. All coaches must attend player drafts immediately following player evaluation.
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Youth Soccer Leagues Recreation Junior Soccer Academy Soccer Junior Academy provides higher level of training to those players interested without traveling outside of the county. Players are encouraged to register for the youth recreation soccer leagues for team competition. Ages: 5–7 years Session Dates: August 20 – October 22 Days and Times: Wednesdays from 5–6 p.m. Fee: $75 includes ball and jersey
Recreation Soccer Academy Soccer Academy provides advanced level of training for players interested in increasing their skill level in a fun and challenging environment without travel outside of the county. Players are encouraged to register for the youth recreation soccer leagues for team competition. Ages: 8–15 years Session Dates: August 20 – October 26 Days and Times: Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m., Sunday 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Fee: $125 includes ball and jersey
Oconee Spirit Soccer League (O.S.S.L) The Oconee Spirit Soccer League is a recreational soccer program designed to allow children, adolescents and young adults with intellectual disabilities to learn the fundamentals of soccer while building coordination, social skills and team– work with peer players. Parent/Care Taker Organizational meeting held on Tuesday, August 19 at 6:15pm at Oconee Veterans Park Community Center. Ages: 5–25 Session Dates: August 28 – October 16 Days and Times: Thursday from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Locations: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $55
Intramural High School Soccer League Recruit your friends and PLAY! Form your own team to participate in this fun, recreational league. Only team entries accepted. Players must be in high school to participate. Games conducted at park and/or school facilities. Rosters will be finalized by no later than August 8. Teams will be co-ed and must have 2 girls per team. Individual registration required. Fee: $65 per person due by August 8.
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Afterschool and Homeschool Programs
Afterschool Programs
Program Coordinator: Deanna Shaw Email: dshaw@oconee.ga.us The R.E.C. After School Program – Get out of School and into the park where we strive to provide Recreation for Every Child! We offer the best after school location; keeping your child actively engaged in a variety of fun activities through 6 p.m. Transportation is provided immediately afterschool to the Herman C. Michael Park. Daily snack is also provided. The program is open to all Kindergarten through 5th grade Oconee County residents. Please call (706) 769-3966 for space availability. Fee: $75 per week per child.
Teen Extreme – Get out of school and into the park where we take after school to the Extreme! Oconee County teens, 6th - 8th grade, participate in after school activities such as sports skills, homework assistance, games, and more. The program is held at Oconee Veterans Park and keeps your teen actively engaged during the hours immediately after school through 6:30 p.m. Transportation is provided from Oconee County public middle schools to the park! Fee: $75 per week per child.
All Day Camps
Homeschool P.E.
Program Coordinator: Deanna Shaw Email: dshaw@oconee.ga.us All day camps are offered to Oconee County students on select days when school is not in session. Camp is open from 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. at Herman C. Michael Park. Snacks are provided but participants must bring a sack lunch. The day is filled with activities and games to keep the participants engaged.
Program Coordinator: Deanna Shaw Email: dshaw@oconee.ga.us
All Day Camp will be offered this fall on the following dates: October 10, November 24 - 26 Fee: $30 per day, per participant
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Physical education classes will be offered at the Herman C. Michael Park gym for homeschooled boys and girl. Students must be registered in advance. Ages: 5 -13 years Days: Tuesdays Sessions: September 2 - November 18 Time: 1:00 p.m. -2:00 p.m. Location: Herman C. Michael Park Fee: $50
Oconee County Little League 2014 Fall Ball Registration Includes Baseball, Tee Ball and Softball Online Registration for ALL Players is at www.oconeelittleleague.com Returning Players - steps to register players that are returning from 2013 are as follows: • Log into your existing account where your account will be opened at the “Register” tab. • All participants associated with this account will be listed with a sentence stating “there are X number of new programs available” where you click the “Register Now” button to see the available programs and begin registering your child. All NEW players and players that did not register online for Spring in 2013 season register as follows: 1. Go to www.oconeelittleleague.com 2. Click on “Register” at the top right 3. Create Customer Account (which is you and your information – the parent/guardian) 4. Click “Add Participant” (which is your child and their information) 5. Complete Registration Process (Your info will be saved up to the point completed) 6. Provide copy of birth certificate at onsite registration at Oconee Veterans Park or mail to OCLL P.O. Box 253, Watkinsville, GA 30677 by the end of August.
Onsite Registration at Oconee Veterans Park: Thursday, August 14, 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Saturday, August 16, 10 a.m. – noon Sunday, August 18, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. League Age Divisions: 4 – 18, including co-ed Challenger League. Age control date: 12/31/2014 for softball and 4/30/2015 for baseball and tee ball. Fees: $70 all ages. Family discounts are still available and will apply automatically at checkout. Other Important OCLL Dates: Practices start week of September 1st Games start week of September 29th Last week of games week of November 4th If needed make up games November 10-14th Questions? Please visit our website at www.oconeelittleleague.com and Facebook page or email us at info@oconeelittleleague.com
Senior Center for Active Living Program Coordinator: Cindy Peck Email: cpeck@oconee.ga.us Director: Merry Howard Email: mhoward@oconee.ga.us Phone: 706-769-3979 Web Site: www.oconeecounty.com facebook.com/OconeeCenterforActiveLiving
MONDAYS 10:00 a.m. Exercise & Stretch Class Bridge Morning and Afternoon
TUESDAYS 10:00 a.m. Zumba Gold $5 per class, chair Zumba excluded
WEDNESDAYS Bridge Morning and Afternoon Mahjongg – Afternoon
THURSDAYS Bridge–Morning 10:00 a.m. Zumba Gold 10:30 a.m. Chair Zumba $5 per class, chair Zumba excluded 12:30 p.m. Computer Class–Free
FRIDAYS 10:30 a.m. Bingo
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Yoga Classes
Yoga and Fitness Center
Program Contact: Whitney England Email: wengland@oconee.ga.us Celia Brooks, Certified Yoga Teacher Participants should provide their own yoga mat and 1 - 2 firm blankets.
Hatha Yoga
FITNESS CENTER
A mind/body practice of relaxation and rejuvenation using awareness, breath and movement to bring balance to the systems of the body. Yoga helps to increase flexibility and tone muscles while decreasing tension and relieving stress. This is a perfect class for beginners as well as those with some experience in yoga. Sessions held at Oconee Veterans Park Community Center.
Indoor Track and Gymnasium
The indoor track and gymnasium at Oconee Veterans Park Community Center requires a onetime membership fee for use. Please check our website for the current open gymnasium calendar or call the Open Gymnasium Hotline at 706-769-3970. Community Center Hours: Monday – Friday 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday 1 - 9 p.m. Indoor Track Membership Fees 14 – 59 Years Membership Card - $5 per person
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August Sessions: Session V: Tuesday mornings from 10 - 11:30 a.m. August 5 - August 26 September 2 - October 28 Session VI: Wednesday evenings from 6:30 - 8 p.m. August 6 - August 27 Fee: $45 Fall Sessions: Session I: Tuesday mornings from 10-11:30 a.m. September 16 - October 21 Session II: Wednesday evenings from 6-7:30 p.m. September 17 - October 22 Fee: $75
Open Gymnasium only Membership Fees 12- 13 years
Membership Card - $5 per person Note: Persons 12 -13 are only permitted in the gymnasium. No fee for persons under 12 years or 60 years and older
Fitness Center
Our fitness center located in the Community Center at Oconee Veterans Park features a wide array of state of the art cardiovascular and weight equipment including single and multi-station trainers. We offer FREE Wifi in our Fitness Center. Fitness memberships are required for the exercise facility. Memberships are available for purchase at the Community Center front desk or online. Fitness Memberships: $40 per person, per quarter or $120 per person, per year Hours: Monday – Friday 7 a.m. – 9 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday 1 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Adult Flag Football
Adult Programs
Program Coordinator – Nick Vitale Email: nvitale@oconee.ga.us Get in the game! Team registration packets available online at www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd, click on Adult Athletics – Flag Footbal or come by Oconee Veterans Park Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Games played at OCPRD facilities beginning September 7. Game days are Sunday afternoons for Church leagues and Sunday afternoon and/or Wednesday evenings for Open leagues. Team Registration Deadline is Tuesday, August 19. Manager’s Meeting scheduled for Thursday, August 21 at 6 p.m. at Oconee Veterans Park. Fee: $540, due at the time of registration. Leagues: - Men’s Church A, Church B, and Open League - Women’s Open * Leagues with less than four teams may be combined with other leagues.
Senior Stretch Program Contact: Whitney England Email: wengland@oconee.ga.us Calling all seniors! Get your body moving with a total fitness program! Come stretch and tone with Sandy Bishop at the Oconee Veterans Park Community Center gym. Conducted Tuesdays and Thursdays 9 – 10 a.m. throughout the school year, beginning September 9. Call (706) 769-3965 for further information. FREE!
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Tennis For Life
Tennis Coordinator: Janet Darvill Email: janet@tennisforlife.net Phone: 706-769-2954, Office hours: 1 p.m.–5 p.m. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday To sign–up online or for more information visit www.tennisforlife.net.
JUNIOR PROGRAM QUICK START TENNIS
Session 1: August 16–September 29 (6 weeks) No classes Labor Day weekend Session 2: October 6–November 15 (6 weeks)
CLASS
DAY
TIME
AGES
COST/ week
Lil Stars
Tuesday or Thursday
3:15 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
5-6
1 day/wk$60
Saturday
8:45 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
1 day/wk$60
Tuesday and Thursday
3:15 p.m.-4:00 p.m.
2 day/wk $115
Tuesday or Thursday
4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
Saturday
9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
1 day/wk$60
Tuesday and Thursday
4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
2 day/wk $115
Tuesday or Thursday
5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Tuesday and Thursday
5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Shining Stars Elite
Monday and Friday
3:30 p.m.-4:30 p.m.
Future Stars I
Monday or Wednesday
4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
1 day/wk$60
Monday and Friday
4:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
2 day/wk $115
Saturday
10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
1 day/wk $60
Monday or Friday
5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Monday and Friday
5:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Future Stars Elite
Tuesday and Thursday
3:30 P.M.-4:30 P.M.
10 & UNDER
2 day/wk $120
Beginner Teen Tennis
Saturday
11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
13-17
1 day/wk $60
Intermediate Teen Tennis
Sunday
3:30 p.m.-5:00 p.m.
13-17
1 day/wk $90
Shining Stars I
Shining Stars II
Future Stars II & III
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7+8
7+8
1 day/wk$60
1 day/wk$60 2 day/wk $115
8& Under
9-12
2 day/wk $120
1 day/wk $60 2 day/wk $115
Tennis For Life ACADEMY PROGRAM Begins August 11 & 12 Visit www.tennisforlife.net for a complete Academy Program schedule and fees or call 706-769-2954 CLASS Pre-Academy (12 & U) Junior Academy Tennis Academy TATT
DAY
TIME
AGES
4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
11-12
4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
13-17
4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
13-14
Monday
6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
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Wednesday
4:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Monday and Friday Tuesday and Thursday Tuesday and Thursday
ADULT PROGRAM Session I: August 17 – September 28 (6 weeks) No classes Labor Day Weekend Session II: October 12 – November 16 (6 weeks) CLASS
DAY
TIME
COST
USA Tennis Step I
Sunday
5:00 p.m.-6:15 p.m.
USA Tennis Step 2
Sunday
6:15 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
$75
USA Tennis Step 2/3
Tuesday
6:00 p.m.-7:15 p.m.
$75
Wednesday
10:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
USA Tennis Step 3
Sunday
7:30 p.m.-8:45 p.m.
$75
Tennis 101
Thursday
10:00 a.m.-11:15 a.m.
Free
Men’s Coupon Clinic
Monday
6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.
$84/6 coupons
50+ Coupon Clinic
Wednesday
10:0 a.m.-11:30 p.m.
$84/6 coupons
Women’s Coupon Clinic
Thursday
7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.
$84/6 coupons
*$55 *Special Introductory Price!
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Parks Bogart Sports Complex
Herman C. Michael Park
Facility Supervisor: Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us Physical Address: 200 S. Burson Street, Bogart, GA 30622
Facility Supervisor: Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us Physical Address: 1051 Elder Road, Bishop, GA 30621 Phone number: 706-769-3966 Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Bogart Sports Complex is a 33 acre park located behind the Bogart Library at 200 South Burson/Thompson Street. There are six lighted baseball and multipurpose fields, a half mile paved walking trail, a picnic pavilion and two playgrounds.
Rental Fees:
Damage/Cleanup deposit......................................................... $100 Picnic Pavilion...........................................................$15 per 2 hours Softball and Baseball Fields.....................$20 per hour per field Softball/Baseball Tournament.................................... Call for fees Field Lights................................$15 per hour per field surcharge
Herman C. Michael Park is a 37 acre park. The park has three lighted softball fields, four lighted tennis courts, one gymnasium with full basketball court, 2 volleyball courts, outdoor lighted basketball courts, soccer/multi-use field, playground, picnic shelter and a 1.25 mile paved walking trail.
Rental Fees:
Damage/Cleanup deposit..........................................................$100 Gymnasium.....................................................................$30 per hour Gym Activity Room.......................................................$20 per hour Picnic Pavilion........................................................... $20 per 2 hours Softball, Multipurpose Field, and Baseball fields.$20 per hour Softball/Baseball Tournament.................................... Call for fees Tennis Courts.............................................. $18 per hour per court Field/Court Lights.......$15 per hour per field/court surcharge
Heritage Park Facility Supervisor: Whitney England Email: wengland@oconee.ga.us Physical Address: 2543 Macon Highway, Watkinsville, GA 30677 Heritage Park is 364 acres of natural resources with woods and creeks, bordered by the Appalachee River. The large open air arena at Heritage Park was created with agricultural and special events in mind. The feeder barn has thirty-one stalls and a small show arena. There are separate wash racks for animal shows, rodeos and other large events. The park is conveniently located in Farmington on Highway 441, seven miles south of downtown Watkinsville and ten miles north of downtown Madison. Call 706-769-3965 for rental fees based on your next event.
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DISC Golf Course “The HERM” Our 18 hole course is open to the public during park hours.
Parks
Walking Trails All of our parks have walking trails for everyone to enjoy. Herman C. Michael, Bogart Sports Complex and Oconee Veterans Park have paved walking paths. Trails at Heritage Park are open for seasoned hikers, mountain bike riders and/or horseback riders. Check our website for trail maps.
Picnic Shelters Oconee Veterans Park Facility Supervisor: Drew Torok Email: dtorok@oconee.ga.us Physical Address: 3500A Hog Mountain Road, Watkinsville, GA 30677 Phone Number: 706-769-3965 Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Community Center Hours: Monday – Friday: 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. Saturday 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sunday: 1 - 9 p.m.
Three shelters are available which can be rented for your next party or event! Locations for the shelters are: Herman C. Michael Park, Oconee Veterans Park, and Bogart Sports Complex. Call (706) 769-3965 for rental information and to schedule your event. Check out our new Rotary Picnic Shelters at Oconee Veterans Park! These shelters are available on a first come basis.
The 34,000 square foot community center is open with meeting space for community use, indoor walking track and fitness area, and a gymnasium. It houses the administrative offices for the department. In addition, the 197 acre park offers outdoor walking trails, tennis courts, soccer fields, baseball fields, Bark Park and a picnic shelter.
Rental Fees:
Picnic Pavilion..........................................................$35 per 2 hours Baseball/Softball Field............................. $20 per hour per field Soccer Field................. $35 per hour per field or $150 per day Multipurpose Field.... $20 per hour per field or $100 per day Softball/Baseball Tournament...................................Call for fees Tennis Courts............................................ $18 per hour per court Field/Court Lights.....$15 per hour per field/court surcharge Meeting Rooms...............................................................Call for fees
Herman C. Michael Park
Oconee Veterans Park
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Bogart Sports Complex
Oconee Veterans Park – Rotary Pavilion
Bark Park Visit the park during daylight hours to Get Out and Get Active with your dog!
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Oconee Counrty Parks and Recreation Department 3500A Hog Mountain Road Watkinsville, GA 30677
Bulk Rate U.S. Postage PAID Watkinsville, GA Permit #8
Get Out & Get Active Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department
Bogart Sports Complex
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Oconee Veterans Park 53
Herman C. Michael Park 186
OCONEE 15 441
Heritage Park
www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd