Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department
2017
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Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department
Activity Guide • August – October 2017 www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Lisa Davol, Director Email: ldavol@oconee.ga.us Tom Popps, Deputy Director – Park Services Email: tpopps@oconee.ga.us Whitney Sperlik, Community Relations Email: wsperlik@oconee.ga.us Janine Lynn, Administrative Assistant Email: jlynn@oconee.ga.us PROGRAM STAFF Tony Lathrup, Facility Supervisor Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us Jared Hightower, Facility Supervisor Email: jhightower@oconee.ga.us Victoria Zeman, Athletic Program Coordinator Email: vzeman@oconee.ga.us Rachel Dillow, Youth Program Coordinator Email: rdillow@oconee.ga.us 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
Tennis for Life
Inclement Weather Hotline Phone: 706-769-2965
Open Gym Hotline Phone: 706-769-3970
The Parks and Recreation Department office and Community Center will be closed for the following holidays:
Outdoor Rec & Parks
Tuesday, July 4 and Monday, September 4 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.
GENERAL INFORMATION REGISTRATION BEGINS MONDAY, JULY 10 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 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. OUT OF COUNTY Out of County residents pay an additional $20 per participant, per program. REFUND POLICY No refunds or credits will be granted unless requested at least 5 days (Monday – Friday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.) before the session, program draft or league begins. If request is made 5 days prior to the start date, you will have two options: (1) Receive an immediate credit for the full amount valid for 12 months or (2) Receive a refund, minus a 25% administration fee. A pro-rated credit may be issued in the event an activity cannot be completed due to a documented medical problem. Registration 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.
SECURITY POLICY Your payment and personal information is safe. Our Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) software is the industry standard and among the best software available today for secure commerce transactions. It encrypts all of your personal information, including credit card number, name, and address so that it cannot be read over the Internet. REGISTRATION PROCESS We are pleased to offer our residents a way to register and pay for programs using CommunityPass, our online registration service. You can register for programs 24/7 on a secure site. Registration will still be available in house during office hours at Oconee Veterans Park and Herman C. Michael Park. STEP 1 Go to https://register.communitypass.net/OconeeCounty. STEP 2 Click on “Create an Account for Your Family Now!” Complete the family account form by filling in your information and clicking on “continue” until you finish your account setup. Your family account is now set up. Clicking “finish” will return you to the Community–Pass homepage. Once your account is created you will receive an email that contains your login information. Be sure to keep this email in a safe place so that you can continue to enjoy convenience of online registration. STEP 3 Sign into your account and click “Register Now” and follow instructions. Questions? Please call 706-769-3965.
Rain Out Alerts
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
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PARENT REQUIREMENT PAYS Coordinator: Joan Postero Email: jpostero@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-itworkscfm 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 complete
VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED Program Coordinator: Daniel Cochran Email: dcochran@oconee.ga.us We are looking for a few good coaches! Our programs focus on the FUNdamentals of the game.
DEADLINE – AUGUST 4: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Complete an application Submit an original signed copy of the Criminal History Consent form Provide a copy of your valid driver’s license Complete free on-line CDC concussion training and submit certificate of completion Attend and complete an NYSCA certification. NYSCA certification classes will be held at Oconee Veterans Park on August 8 at 6:15 p.m. and August 9 at 6:15 p.m.
Appointments and more. Through one door. Caring for your entire family at the NEW Oconee Health Campus.
Primary Care
Pediatrics
1305 Jennings Mill Road Watkinsville, Georgia 30677
piedmont.org/oconeecampus
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Pharmacy
Urgent Care
Imaging
YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL Program Coordinator: TBD Email: TBD Get into the zone! The COED league offers players the opportunity to learn football fundamentals, team strategies and play formations without tackle contact. Game jersey and flags provided.
Ages: Age Control Date: Season: Days: Location: Fee:
5 - 12 years September 1, 2017 (must be 5 years old by September 1, 2017) August 14 – October 26 Monday OR Tuesday OR Thursday AND Saturday Parks or school facilities Micro and Mite $70 PeeWee $75
Evaluations held at Oconee Veterans Park.
League
Age
Evaluation
Micro
5-6
No evaluation
Mite
7-8
Monday, August 7 at 6:15 p.m.
Pee Wee
9 - 10
Tuesday, August 8 at 6:15 p.m.
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YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUES YOUTH SOCCER DATES AND INFORMATION Age Control Date: U6 - U8 Leagues: U10 - U15 Leagues: Days:
September 1, 2017 (Must be age 4 years old by September 1, 2017) August 19 – October 21* August 10 – October 27* Monday/Tuesday/Thursday AND Saturday
Location: Fee:
Parks or school facilities U6 – U8: $80 U10 – U15: $90
Season Timeline U6 - U8 Leagues Program Coordinator: TBD Email: TBD
U10 - U15 Leagues Program Coordinator: Victoria Zeman Email: vzeman@oconee.ga.us
Registration Deadline Friday, August 4 U10 Player Evaluations Thursday, August 10 U12 Player Evaluations Monday, August 14 U15 Player Evaluations Tuesday, August 15 Volunteer Coach Clinic Tuesday, August 15 at 6:30 p.m. First Team Practices (U6 – U15) Saturday, August 19 League Games Begin Week of September 11 End of Regular Season Saturday, October 21* U10 Jamboree Games Week of October 23-26* U12 – 15 Tournament Games Week of October 23-27* *Dates are subject to change pending rainouts and cancellations
League
Practice Days
Player Evaluation Date/Time
Under 6 Boys
Monday/Saturday
No evaluation
Under 6 Boys
Thursday/Saturday
No evaluation
Under 6 Girls
Monday/Saturday
No evaluation
Under 6 Girls
Thursday/Saturday
No evaluation
Under 8 Boys
Monday/Saturday
No evaluation
Under 8 Boys
Tuesday/Saturday
No evaluation
Under 8 Girls
Thursday/Saturday
No evaluation
Under 10 Boys
Monday/Saturday
Thursday, August 10 at OVP • ALL at 6:00 p.m.
Under 10 Boys
Tuesday/Saturday
Thursday, August 10 at OVP • ALL at 6:45 p.m.
Under 10 Girls
Thursday/Saturday
Thursday, August 10 at OVP • Last Name A-K at 6:00 p.m..; Last Name L-Z at 6:30 p.m.
Under 12 Boys
Monday/Saturday
Monday, August 14 at OVP • Last Name A-K at 6:00 p.m..; Last Name L-Z at 6:30 p.m.
Under 12 Girls
Thursday/Saturday
Monday, August 14 at OVP • ALL at 6:00 p.m.
Under 15 Boys
Monday or Tuesday or Thursday/Saturday
Tuesday, August 15 at OVP • ALL at 6:00 p.m.
Under 15 Girls
Monday or Tuesday or Thursday/ Saturday
Tuesday, August 15 at OVP • ALL at 6:00 p.m.
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Core Performance Development Program Program Coordinator: Victoria Zeman Email: vzeman@oconee.ga.us Kick Start your soccer skills with OCPRD’s Core Performance Development Program! This program offers supplemental training sessions led by the coaches of Core Soccer who are former collegiate athletes and certified trainers.
Junior Core Ages: 7 – 10 years Session Dates: August 23 – October 11 Days: Wednesdays Times: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $105 *No session on September 3 or 6
Senior Core
Intramural High School Soccer League Program Coordinator: Victoria Zeman Email: vzeman@oconee.ga.us Recruit your friends and PLAY! Form your own team to participate in this fun, recreational league. Teams will be co-ed and must have 2 girls per team. Individual registration required.
Manager Meeting: Wednesday, August 23 at 6 p.m. at Oconee Veterans Park Team Registration: Monday, July 10 - Friday, August 18 Individual Player Monday, August 21 - Wednesday, August 23 Registration: In Person ONLY Ages: 14 – 18 (Must be a High School student within Oconee County) Age Control Date: September 1, 2017 Season: September 13 - October 25 Days: Wednesdays and Sundays Location: Park or school facilities Fee: $80 per person Team Roster Deadline: August 23
Youth Soccer & Sports
YOUTH SOCCER
Ages: 11 – 14 years Session Dates: August 23 – October 15 Days and Times: Wednesdays 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m. Sundays 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $155 includes ball and jersey *No session on September 3 or 6
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YOUTH SPORTS Youth Volleyball Program Coordinator: Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us
Volleyball I Learn to volley, set, spike and more! Participants will practice fundamentals through a variety of skill building activities and drills. All participants receive a t-shirt.
Ages: Sessions: Days: Time: Location: Fee:
9 -11 years August 22 – October 12 Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:15 p.m. - 7:15 p.m. Oconee Veterans Park Gymnasium $80
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 Sessions: August 22 – October 12 Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays Time: 7:30 p.m. - 8:30 pm Location: Oconee Veterans Park Gymnasium Fee: $80
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Pre-Season Basketball Clinics Program Coordinator: Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us Get ready for the upcoming basketball tryouts and/or season. Focus will be on defensive and offensive fundamental skills, game type situations, and understanding of team concepts.
Grades: Age Control Date: Dates: Days: Times: Location: Fee:
Coed 6th-9th grades (11-14 years of age as of September 1, 2017) September 1, 2017 October 8, October 15, October 22 and October 29 Sundays 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. Herman C. Michael Park $105
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS After School Programs
After School Program - Get out of school and into the park where we strive to keep your child actively engaged in a safe, secure, enriching and fun environment. Transportation is provided immediately after school to the park. Daily snack is also provided. Activities include homework assistance, sports, games, arts and more. Participants must be Oconee county residents. Please call (706) 769-3966 for space availability.
The R.E.C. After School Program Grades: Time: Location: Fee:
Kindergarten – 5th Grade After school until 6 p.m. Herman C. Michael Park $75 per week per child
Teen Extreme Grades: Time: Location: Fee:
After School & PE
Program Coordinator: Rachel Dillow Email: rdillow@oconee.ga.us
6th – 8th Grades After school until 6:30 p.m. Oconee Veterans Park $75 per week per child
FLEX PLAN Offers parents a choice to pick 3 days for after school care. Fee: $50 per week per child
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HOMESCHOOL P.E. & DAY CAMP Homeschool P.E.
After School & PE
Program Coordinator: Rachel Dillow Email: rdillow@oconee.ga.us 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 Sessions: September 5 - November 21 Days: Tuesdays Time: 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. Location: Herman C. Michael Park Fee: $55
All Day Camps Program Coordinator: Rachel Dillow Email: rdillow@oconee.ga.us All day camps are offered to Oconee County students on select days when school is not in session. Snacks are provided but participants must bring a sack lunch. The day is filled with activities and games to keep the participants engaged.
All Day Camps: Ages: Time: Location: Fee:
October 9, November 20 - 22 5 – 13 years 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Herman C. Michael Park $30 per day, per participant
Oconee County Little League Oconee County Little League 2017 Fall Ball Registration Registration– Includes Teeball, Baseball and Softball Online Registration for ALL Players is at www.oconeelittleleague.com open on July 15, 2017. Returning Players – steps to register players that have played with OCLL at least one season since 2013 are as follows: • • •
Log into your account at www.oconeelittleleague.com 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(ren). If you need to add a child simply click “Add Participant” under the Register tab and follow the prompts for their registration.
All NEW Players and players that have not played with OCLL at least one season since 2013 complete the following steps to register: • • • • • •
Go to www.oconeelittleleague.com Click on “Register” at the top right Create Customer Account (which is you, the parent/guardian and YOUR information) Click “Add Participant” (which is your child and their information) Complete registration process (Note: Your information will be saved up to the farthest point completed). Provide copy of child’s birth certificate via email at
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info@oconeelittleleague.com, regular mail to OCLL PO Box 253 Watkinsville, GA 30677 or onsite at one of the dates listed.
Onsite Registration dates: Thursday, August 3, 2017 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. at Oconee Veterans Park Community Center
Saturday, August 5, 2017 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at Dick’s Sporting Goods 1791 Oconee Connector Athens, GA (20% off for OCLL players and families, some restrictions apply) League Age Divisions – Programs available for ages 4-18 including a Co-Ed Challenger League. Fees: Vary by age; visit our website for registration fees, descriptions of planned divisions, and discounts. Family discounts will apply automatically at checkout.
Other Important OCLL dates:
• Tryouts week — August 7, 2017 • Practices start — August 21, 2017 • Games start — September 18, 2017
Anyone interested in volunteering as manager/head coaches and assistant coaches must register online and complete the official Little League Volunteer application. The volunteer application and a copy of the applicant’s driver’s license MUST be submitted to the OCLL President by Saturday, August 5, 2017 to be considered. Questions? Please visit our website at www.oconeelittleleague.com and Facebook page or email us at info@oconeelittleleague.com
ADULT PROGRAMS Adult Flag Football Program Coordinator: TBD Email: TBD Get in the game! Eight game regular season with single elimination post season tournament. Team registration packets available online at www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd, click on Adult Athletics – Flag Football or come by Oconee Veterans Park Monday – Friday from 8 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Team Registration Deadline: Manager Meeting: Individual Player Registration: Season: Days: Location: Fee:
Thursday, August 17 First come, first serve or until full Thursday, August 17 at 6:15 p.m. July 10 — Game 3 of regular season August 27 – November 5 Sunday afternoons Park or school facilities $540, due at the time of registration
Yoga Program Coordinator: Whitney Sperlik Email: wsperlik@oconee.ga.us
Hatha Yoga – 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. Participants should provide their own yoga mat and 1 – 2 firm blankets.
Tuesday July 11, 2017 Ages: 16 and up Days: Tuesdays Sessions: July 11 – August 1 Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $40
Wednesday July 12, 2017 Ages: 16 and up Days: Wednesdays Sessions: July 12 – August 2 Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $40
Tuesday August 8, 2017 Ages: 16 and up Days: Tuesdays Sessions: August 8 – August 29 Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $40
Wednesday August 9, 2017 Ages: 16 and up Days: Wednesdays Sessions: August 9 – August 30 Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $40
Tuesday September 12, 2017 Ages: 16 and up Days: Tuesdays Sessions: September 12 – October 17 Time: 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $58
Wednesday September 13, 2017 Ages: 16 and up Days: Wednesdays Sessions: September 13 – October 18 Time: 6:00 – 7:30 p.m. Location: Oconee Veterans Park Fee: $58
Adult Programs
Celia Brooks, Certified Yoga Teacher
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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 and Thursday. To sign–up online or for more information visit www.tennisforlife.net.
JUNIOR CLASSES QUICKSTART TENNIS (Fees are for 6 weeks) SESSION I: Aug 12 – Sept 25 (No classes Sept 2, 3 & 4) SESSION II: Oct 2 – Nov 19 (No classes Oct 9) CLASS
DAY
TIME
AGES
COST/week
Monday and/or Friday
3:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Saturday
8:45 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
5 - 6 years
$65 - 1 day/week $120 - 2 days/week
Lil SUPER Stars *NEW!
Monday and Wednesday
3:15 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
5 - 6 years
$128 - 2 days/week
Ride the Bus to Lil Stars
Monday and Friday
3:15 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
5 - 6 years
$30 - 2 days/week
Tuesday and/or Thursday
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
7 - 8 years
Saturday
9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
7 - 8 years
$65 - 1 day/week $120 - 2 days/week
Monday and/or Friday
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
9 - 10 years
Saturday
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
9 - 12 years
Future Stars II
Monday and/or Friday
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
9 - 10 years
Future Stars III
Tuesday and/or Thursday
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
11 - 12 years
Lil Stars
Shining Stars Future Stars I
$65 - 1 day/week $120 - 2 days/week $65 - 1 day/week $120 - 2 days/week
DIRECT FROM SCHOOL- Ride the bus to tennis at HCM! 4 Grade Future Stars
Tuesday and/or Thursday
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
4th Grade
5th Grade Future Stars
Tuesday and/or Thursday
3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
5th Grade
Beginner Teen Tennis
Sunday
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
13-17 years
$65 - 1 day/week
Intermediate Teen Tennis
Sunday
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
13-17 years
$90 - 1 day/week
th
$75 - 1 day/week $140 - 2 days/week
Tennis for Life
TEENS - BEGINNER and INTERMEDIATE
ACADEMY PROGRAM Visit www.TennisForLife.net for a complete Academy and Rising Academy Program SCHEDULE and FEES or Call (706) 769-2954 Shining Stars-Elite
Monday and Friday
3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
8 & Under
Ride the Bus to SS-E
Monday and Friday
3:15 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
8 & Under
Future Stars-Elite
Tuesday and Thursday
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
10 & Under
Ride the Bus to FS-E
Tuesday and Thursday
3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
10 & Under
Pre-Academy (12&U)
Monday and Friday
4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
11-12 years
Junior Academy
Tuesday and Thursday
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
13-17 years
Tennis Academy
Tuesday and Thursday
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
13-14 years
TATT
Tuesday and Thursday
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
14-17 years
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Visit www.TennisForLife.net for a complete Academy Program SCHEDULE and FEES or Call (706) 769-2954
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 and Thursday. To sign–up online or for more information visit www.tennisforlife.net.
ADULT PROGRAM CLASS
DAY
TIME
COST/ 6 weeks
USA Tennis Step 1
Sunday
5:00 p.m. – 6:15 p.m.
$55/6 weeks
USA Tennis Step 2
Sunday
6:15 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
$75/6 weeks
USA Tennis Step 3
Sunday
7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
$75/6 weeks
Men’s Coupon Clinic
Monday
7:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.
$84/6 coupons
50+ Coupon Clinic
Please check website.
TBD
$84/6 coupons
Women’s Coupon Clinic
Please check website.
TBD
$84/6 coupons
WE'RE YOUR ELECTRIC UTILITY, YOUR NEIGHBOR, YOUR COOPERATIVE.
Tennis for Life
SESSION I: Aug 13 – Sept 24 (No classes Sept 3) SESSION II: Oct 8 – Nov 12
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FITNESS & OUTDOOR RECREATION
FITNESS CENTER
INDOOR TRACK AND GYMNASIUM The indoor track and gymnasium at Oconee Veterans Park Community Center requires an annual 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 Saturday Sunday
7 a.m. – 9 p.m. 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. 1 - 9 p.m.
Indoor Track Membership Fees 14 – 59 Years:
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 multistation 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.
FITNESS MEMBERSHIPS: $40 per person, per quarter or $120 per person, per year
HOURS: Monday – Friday Saturday Sunday
7 a.m. – 9 p.m. 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. 1 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Membership Card - $5 per person, per year
Open Gymnasium only Membership Fees 12- 13 years:
Outdoor Rec & Parks
Membership Card - $5 per person, per year Note: Persons 12 -13 are only permitted in the gymnasium. No fee for persons under 12 years or 60 years and older.
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.
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PARKS Bogart Sports Complex Facility Supervisor: Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us Physical Address: 200 S. Burson Avenue, Bogart, GA 30622 Phone number: 706-769-3966
Heritage Park Facility Supervisor: Whitney Sperlik Email: wsperlik@oconee.ga.us Physical Address: 2543 Macon Highway, Watkinsville, GA 30677 Phone number: 706-769-3965
Herman C. Michael Park 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.
Oconee Veterans Park Facility Supervisor: Jared Hightower Email: jhightower@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.
Herman C. Michael Park
Oconee Veterans Park
Bogart Sports Complex
Oconee Veterans Park – Rotary Pavilions
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 Rotary Picnic Shelters at Oconee Veterans Park! These shelters are available on a first come basis.
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Outdoor Rec & Parks
Picnic Shelters
Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department 3500A Hog Mountain Road Watkinsville, GA 30677
Bulk Rate U.S. Postage PAID Watkinsville, GA Permit #8
Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department Bogart Sports Complex
78
316 10
Oconee Veterans Park 53
Herman C. Michael Park 186
OCONEE 15 441
Heritage Park
www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd