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Contents About Us

Summer Camps

Frequently Called Numbers........................2 Letter from the Director ..............................3

Kids & Teens........................................39-44 Tennis ........................................................45

Parks, Preserves & Greenways

Therapeutic Receation

Major Facilities Map ................................4-5 Dog Parks ....................................................7 Aeromodeler Field ......................................7 Softball/Baseball Championships ..............7 Skate Parks ..................................................8 Volunteers....................................................8 Thrills on Wheels........................................8 Historic Sites ..............................................9 Fishing ........................................................9 UltraSwim/Outdoo Pools/Spaygrounds ..10 Golf ............................................................11 Race Events................................................11 Disc Golf/World Championship ..............12 United Bag Toss League............................12 AAU Beach Volleyball Tournments ........12 Speical Event Facilities ............................13 Hummingbird Festival ..............................14 Tennis Facilities and Lessons..............15-20 NC Cooperative Extension ..................21-22 Greenways and Map ............................23-25 Central Carolinas Master Naturalist ........26 Recreation and Nature Centers Map ..27-28

Programs & Special Events ................46-47

McDowell Nature Center

Pre-School Programs & Special Events ................48-50

UltraSwim 2011

Elementary Programs & Special Events..................51-52 Youth Sports ..............................................53

Teens Programs & Special Events ................54-56

Adults Programs & Special Events ................57-60

Seniors Programs & Special Events..................61-66 MeckSenior Day Trips ........................64-65

Aquatics Aquatic Center, Marion Diehl & Rayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Splash Planet..............................67-72

Programs & Special Events..................29-31

Latta Plantation Nature Center Programs & Special Events ................32-34

Reedy Creek Nature Center Programs & Special Events ................35-38

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Register One of Three Ways Registration is required for most programs whether or not there is a fee. Select one option: CLICK on Eparks at www.parkandrec.com and use the course code number. CALL 311 (704.336.7600) or the number listed. COME to the location where the program is offered. Recreation & Nature Center addresses and phone numbers listed on pgs 4-5, 27-28. Phone and web registration requires payment with Visa or MasterCard only.

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Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners: Karen Bentley, Dumont Clarke, Harold Cogdell (Chairman), Neil Cooksey, George Dunlap, Bill James, Vilma Leake, Dan Murrey, Jennifer Roberts Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Commissioners: Rob Brisley (Chairman), Paul Bailey, Kendel Bryant, Doug Burnett, Ed Burnhart, Phillip Carey, Beverly Cotton Lawston, Norman Mitchell, Scott McClure, Brenda McMoore, Charlie McRee, Joe Pata, Elaine Powell, Jeff Tarte Members are appointed by the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners. They promote parks and recreation for Mecklenburg County residents and advise County Commissioners on facilities, programs and activities. Bill Carroll, Managing Editor, Mecklenburg County Public Service and Information Department Leo Caplanides, Co-editor, Mecklenburg County Public Service and Information Department Copy Editors: Terri Stowers Art Direction: Jason Boys, www.idesign2inc.com Copyright 2012 Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or reprinted without written permission.

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Frequently Called Numbers City/County Information Line ..........................................311 Administration ..............................................704.336.3854 Aquatic Center ..............................................704.336.3483 Athletics........................................................704.336.3854 Ballfield Rainout Line ....................................704.336.5800 Dog Parks ....................................................704.336.8840 Facility Reservations/Rentals ..........................................311 Grady Cole Center/Memorial Stadium ............704.336.2884 Greenways & Trails ........................................704.336.3854 Natural Resources ........................................704.598.8857 Ray’s Splash Planet ......................................704.432.4729 Therapeutic Recreation ..................................704.432.0237

Dear Mecklenburg County Residents, On behalf of Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation, I would like to welcome you to the Summer 2012 issue of the Get Going Guide. The issue features information on programs and events happening in June, July and August as well as an overview of our 2012 summer camps.

People • Pride Progress Partnerships 5841 Brookshire Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28216 704.336.3854 Fax: 704.336.5472

This program guide, which was published in print twice a year for several years, has transformed into an electronic book issued on a quarterly basis. The new format allows for fresher content and easier methods of registration since the guide is linked directly to EParks. Our goal is to continue enhancing the guide by adding more hyperlinks, feature stories and even video to really show what Park and Recreation has to offer. So save this file to your desktop or laptop and refer to it often so that you will always be up-to-date on all the ways you can get going! Sincerely,

James “Jim” R. Garges Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Director

All services are available without regard to origin, sex or disability.

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Parks & Athletic Complexes

WůĞĂƐĞ ŶŽƚĞ͕ ǁŝƚŚ ϮϬϬ ƉĂƌŬƐ ĂŶĚ ƌĞĐƌĞĂƟŽŶ ĐŽŵƉůĞǆĞƐ͕ ƚŚŝƐ ŵĂƉ ŝƐ KE>z Ă ƐĂŵƉůĞ ŽĨ ǁŚĂƚ WĂƌŬ Θ ZĞĐƌĞĂƟŽŶ ŽīĞƌƐ͘ &Žƌ ĂĚĚŝƟŽŶĂů ůŝƐƟŶŐƐ ǀŝƐŝƚ www.parkandrec.com DŽƐƚ ƐŽŌďĂůů ĮĞůĚƐ ĐĂŶ ďĞ ĐŽŶǀĞƌƚĞĚ ĨŽƌ ďĂƐĞďĂůů ĐŽŵƉĞƟƟŽŶ͘

Camp Greene Park ϭϮϮϭ ůůĞŐŚĂŶǇ ^ƚ͘ 704-432-4280 ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů ŽƵƌƚƐ ;ϭϮ ůŝŐŚƚĞĚ͕ ŽƵƚĚŽŽƌ ĐŽƵƌƚƐ ǁŝƚŚ ϭ ĐŽƵƌƚ ĐŽǀĞƌĞĚͿ͕ tĂůŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝůƐ

Colonel Francis Beatty Park ϰϯϯϬ tĞĚĚŝŶŐƚŽŶ ZĚ͕͘ DĂƩŚĞǁƐ 704-432-4280 ĂŶŽĞͬ<ĂǇĂŬ >ĂƵŶĐŚ͕ ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ &ŝƐŚŝŶŐ͕ DŽƵŶƚĂŝŶ ŝŬŝŶŐ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚƐ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů͕ dĞŶŶŝƐ͕ ZĞĐĞƉƟŽŶ ,ĂůůͬtĞĚĚŝŶŐ WĂŐŽĚĂ ZĞŶƚĂůƐ

16 Ramblewood Park and Soccer Complex ϭϬϮϬϬ EĂƟŽŶƐ &ŽƌĚ ZĚ͘ ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌƐ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ^ŽĐĐĞƌ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů

Clanton Park ϭϱϮϬ ůĂŶƚŽŶ ZĚ͘ 704-432-4280 ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů ŽŵƉůĞǆ ;ŽƵƚĚŽŽƌͿ͕ 'ƌĞĞŶǁĂǇ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů͕ /ŶĚŽŽƌ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚƐ

Reedy Creek Park ϮϵϬϬ ZŽĐŬǇ ZŝǀĞƌ ZĚ͘ 704-432-1369 ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ ŝƐĐ 'ŽůĨ͕ ŽŐ WĂƌŬ͕ &ŝƐŚŝŶŐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌƐ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚƐ͕ ^ŽĐĐĞƌ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů͕ sŽůůĞǇďĂůů͕ ,ŝŬŝŶŐͬtĂůŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝůƐ͕ /ŶĚŽŽƌ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ

Renaissance Park ϭϱϯϲ t͘ dǇǀŽůĂ ZĚ͘ 704-643-5725 DŽƵŶƚĂŝŶ ŝŬŝŶŐ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚƐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů ŽŵƉůĞǆ͕ dĞŶŶŝƐ͕ ^ĂŶĚ sŽůůĞǇďĂůů͕ ŝƐĐ 'ŽůĨ

Freedom Park Ϯϰϯϱ ƵŵďĞƌůĂŶĚ ǀĞ͘ 704-432-4280 4 ŵƉŚŝƚŚĞĂƚĞƌ͕ ĂƐĞďĂůů͕ ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ 'ƌĞĞŶǁĂǇ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚƐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌƐ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚƐ͕ dĞŶŶŝƐ͕ ^ĂŶĚ sŽůůĞǇďĂůů͕ &ŝƐŚŝŶŐ͕ EĂƚƵƌĞ DƵƐĞƵŵ͕ /ŶĚŽŽƌ WĂǀŝůŝŽŶ

ϲϮϮϬ WĂƌŬ ZĚ͘ 704-643-5725 15 Park Road Park ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌƐ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů ŽŵƉůĞǆ͕ dĞŶŶŝƐ 704-643-5725

Frazier Park ϭϮϬϭ t͘ &ŽƵƌƚŚ ^ƚ͘ 704-432-4280 ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ ŽŐ WĂƌŬ͕ 'ƌĞĞŶǁĂǇ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚ͕ dĞŶŶŝƐ ĂŶĚ KƵƌ ŚŝůĚƌĞŶΖƐ DĞŵŽƌŝĂů tĂůŬǁĂǇ

19 Revolution Park ϮϰϮϱ ĂƌƌŝŶŐĞƌ ƌ͘ 704-432-4280 ĂƐĞďĂůů͕ ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ &ŽŽƚďĂůů ;^ǇŶ͘ dƵƌĨͿ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ZĞĐƌĞĂƟŽŶ ĞŶƚĞƌ

Hornets Nest Park ϲϰϬϭ ĞĂƫĞƐ &ŽƌĚ ZĚ͘ 704-432-1369 ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ Dy dƌĂĐŬ͕ ŝƐĐ 'ŽůĨ͕ &ŝƐŚŝŶŐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌƐ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů ŽŵƉůĞǆ͕ dĞŶŶŝƐ

20 Robert L. Smith Park ϭϲϬϰ >ŝƩůĞ ZŽĐŬ ZĚ͘ 704-432-1369 ŝƐĐ 'ŽůĨ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚƐ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ͕ tĂůŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝů

Idlewild Road Park ϭϬϱϭϮ /ĚůĞǁŝůĚ ZĚ͘ 704-643-5725 ŝƐĐ 'ŽůĨ͕ &ŝƐŚŝŶŐ͕ ,ŽƌƐĞƐŚŽĞƐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌƐ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů͕ tĂůŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝůƐ

Independence Park ϯϬϬ ,ĂǁƚŚŽƌŶĞ >Ŷ͘ 704-432-4280 ĂƐĞďĂůů͕ ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ &ŽƌŵĂů ZŽƐĞ 'ĂƌĚĞŶ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌƐ͕ dĞŶŶŝƐ͕ sŽůůĞǇďĂůů͕ tĂůŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝůƐ

William R. Davie Park ϰϲϯϱ WŝŶĞǀŝůůĞͲDĂƩŚĞǁƐ ZĚ͘ 704-643-5725 22 ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ ŽŐ WĂƌŬ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚƐ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚƐ ;^ǇŶ͘ dƵƌĨ Θ 'ƌĂƐƐͿ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů͕ ŽŶĨĞƌĞŶĐĞ ĞŶƚĞƌ ZĞŶƚĂů

Jetton Park on Lake Norman ϭϵϬϬϬ :ĞƩŽŶ ZĚ͘ 704-432-1369 &ŝƐŚŝŶŐ͕ /ŶĚŽŽƌ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ĞĐŬƐ͕ dĞŶŶŝƐ͕ tĂůŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝů͕ tĞĚĚŝŶŐͬZĞĐĞƉƟŽŶ ZĞŶƚĂůƐ͕ DŽƵŶƚĂŝŶ ŝŬĞ dƌĂŝůƐ

Thomas M. Winget Park ϭϮϬϮϱ tŝŶŐĞƚ ZĚ͘ 704-643-5725 23 ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ ŝƐĐ 'ŽůĨ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚƐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌƐ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ZĞĐƌĞĂƟŽŶ ĞŶƚĞƌ͕ tĂůŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝůƐ

10 Kilborne Park ϮϲϬϬ <ŝůďŽƌŶĞ ƌ͘ 704-643-5725 ŝƐĐ 'ŽůĨ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů͕ dĞŶŶŝƐ͕ tĂůŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝů 11

Mallard Creek Park ϯϬϬϭ :ŽŚŶƐƚŽŶͲKĞŚůĞƌ ZĚ͘ 704-432-1369 DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚƐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ZĞĐƌĞĂƟŽŶ ĞŶƚĞƌ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů ŽŵƉůĞǆ

Mason Wallace Park ϳϯϬϭ DŽŶƌŽĞ ZĚ͘ 704-643-5725 ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů͕ dĞŶŶŝƐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ƌĞĂ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚ͕

McAlpine Creek Park ϴϳϭϭ DŽŶƌŽĞ ZĚ͘ 704-643-5725 ƌŽƐƐ ŽƵŶƚƌǇ ŽƵƌƐĞ͕ ŽŐ WĂƌŬ͕ &ŝƐŚŝŶŐ͕ 'ƌĞĞŶǁĂǇ͕ ,ŽƌƐĞƐŚŽĞƐ͕ ^ŽĐĐĞƌ͕ tĂůŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝůƐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ƌĞĂ

24 Tuckaseegee Park ϰϴϮϬ dƵĐŬĂƐĞĞŐĞĞ ZĚ͘ 704-432-1369 ĂƐĞďĂůů͕ ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ZĞĐƌĞĂƟŽŶ ĞŶƚĞƌ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů͕ dĞŶŶŝƐ 25 Elon Park ϭϭϰϯϱ ƌĚƌĞǇ <Ğůů ZĚ͘ 704-643-5725 ŝƐĐ 'ŽůĨ͕ &ŝƐŚŝŶŐ͕ ZĞĐƌĞĂƟŽŶ ĞŶƚĞƌ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚƐ ;^ǇŶ͘ dƵƌĨͿ͕ tĂůŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝů 26 Shuffletown Park ϵϱϬϬ ĞůůŚĂǀĞŶ ůǀĚ͘ 704-432-1369 ŽŐ WĂƌŬ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚƐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů͕ sŽůůĞǇďĂůů

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Latta Plantation Nature Preserve ϱϮϮϲ ^ĂŵƉůĞ ZĚ͘ 704-875-1391 EĂƚƵƌĞ ĞŶƚĞƌ͕ ,ŽƌƐĞďĂĐŬ ZŝĚŝŶŐ͕ &ŝƐŚŝŶŐ͕ ϭϲ DŝůĞƐ ŽĨ ,ŝŬŝŶŐͬ ƋƵĞƐƚƌŝĂŶ dƌĂŝůƐ͕ ,ŝƐƚŽƌŝĐ >ĂƩĂ WůĂŶƚĂƟŽŶ͕ ĂƌŽůŝŶĂ ZĂƉƚŽƌ ĞŶƚĞƌ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌƐ͕ ĂŶŽĞ >ĂƵŶĐŚ ƌĞĂƐ

McDowell Nature Preserve ϭϱϮϮϮ zŽƌŬ ZĚ͘ 704-588-5224 EĂƚƵƌĞ ĞŶƚĞƌ͕ 'ƌŽƵƉ ĂŵƉŝŶŐ͕ Zs ĂŵƉŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ϳ DŝůĞƐ ŽĨ ,ŝŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝůƐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌƐ͕ ĂŶŽĞ >ĂƵŶĐŚ ƌĞĂƐ

Reedy Creek Nature Preserve ϮϵϬϬ ZŽĐŬǇ ZŝǀĞƌ ZĚ͘ 704-432-6459 EĂƚƵƌĞ ĞŶƚĞƌ͕ &ŝƐŚŝŶŐ͕ ϭϬ DŝůĞƐ ŽĨ ,ŝŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝůƐ͕ ,ŝƐƚŽƌŝĐ ZŽďŝŶƐŽŶ ZŽĐŬ ,ŽƵƐĞ

RibbonWalk Nature Preserve ϰϲϬϭ EĞǀŝŶ ZĚ͘ Ϯ͘ϳ DŝůĞƐ ŽĨ ,ŝŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝůƐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ dĂďůĞƐ

ϭϯϬϬ dĂƌƌŝŶŐƚŽŶ ǀĞ͘

Equestrian Center @ Latta Plantation ϲϮϬϭ ^ĂŵƉůĞ ZĚ͘ 704-992-1550 ,ŽƌƐĞďĂĐŬ ZŝĚŝŶŐ͕ WŽŶǇ ZŝĚĞƐ͕ 'ĞŶĞƌĂů ^ƚŽƌĞ Θ ^ƚĂďůĞ ĞŶƚĞƌ͕ ^ŚŽǁ &ĂĐŝůŝƚǇ͕ ZĞƐĞƌǀĂƟŽŶƐ ZĞƋƵŝƌĞĚ͘

Johnson C. Smith University Track ϭϬϬ ĞĂƫĞƐ &ŽƌĚ ZĚ͘ 704-336-8096 dƌĂĐŬ Θ &ŝĞůĚ &ĂĐŝůŝƟĞƐ͕ >ĂŶĞƐ ϳΘϴ ŽƉĞŶ ƚŽ ƚŚĞ ƉƵďůŝĐ ŵŽƐƚ ĚĂǇƐ

Grady Cole Center/Memorial Stadium ϯϭϬ E͘ <ŝŶŐƐ ƌ͘ ^ƉĞĐŝĂů hƐĞ ƌĞŶĂͬ ŽŶĐĞƌƚ sĞŶƵĞ Θ &ŽŽƚďĂůů ^ƚĂĚŝƵŵ

Saint Mary’s Chapel & Vietnam Memorial ϭϭϮϵ ͘ ϯƌĚ ^ƚ͘ 704-333-1235 ŚĂƉĞů Θ ĞĚŝĐĂƟŽŶ DĞŵŽƌŝĂů ƚŽ sŝĞƚŶĂŵ sĞƚĞƌĂŶƐ ǀĂŝůĂďůĞ ĨŽƌ ĞƌĞŵŽŶǇ ZĞŶƚĂůƐ

David B. Waymer Aeromodeler Field ϭϱϰϬϭ ,ŽůďƌŽŽŬƐ ZĚ͘ 704-336-3586 &ůǇŝŶŐ ĮĞůĚ ĨŽƌ ŵŽĚĞů ĂŝƌƉůĂŶĞƐ͕ ǁŝƚŚ ƐĞƉĞƌĂƚĞ ĂƌĞĂƐ ĨŽƌ ZĂĚŝŽ ĂŶĚ tŝƌĞ controlled airplanes

Grayson SkatePark ϳϱϬ ĞĂů ^ƚ͘ 704-432-5231 /ŶͲ>ŝŶĞ Θ ^ŬĂƚĞďŽĂƌĚ WĂƌŬ͕ ^ŝŐŶĞĚ tĂŝǀĞƌ Θ ,ĞůŵĞƚ ZĞƋƵŝƌĞĚ

U.S. National Whitewater Center ϱϬϬϬ tŚŝƚĞǁĂƚĞƌ ĞŶƚĞƌ WŬǁǇ͘ 704-391-3900 ,ŽŵĞ ŽĨ h^ ĂŶŽĞ ĂŶĚ <ĂǇĂŬ͕ DŽƵŶƚĂŝŶ ŝŬĞ dƌĂŝůƐ͕ ůŝŵďŝŶŐ ĞŶƚĞƌ͕ ZŽƉĞƐ ŽƵƌƐĞ͕ ŝƉ >ŝŶĞ ĂŶĚ ZĂŌŝŶŐͬ<ĂǇĂŬŝŶŐ ǁǁǁ͘ƵƐŶǁĐ͘ŽƌŐ

Nature Museum @ Freedom Park

704-875-1391 704-598-8857

704-432-6459

ϭϲϱϴ ^ƚĞƌůŝŶŐ ƌ͘

704-336-2884

ϳϬϰͲϯϳϮͲϲϮϲϭ Ğǆƚ͘ ϲϬϱ

ϭϮϬϬ dǇǀŽůĂ ZĚ͘

704-529-3273

Jeff Adams Tennis Center @ Renaissance Park

McDowell Campground ϭϱϮϮϮ zŽƌŬ ZĚ͘ 704-588-5224 zĞĂƌͲĂƌŽƵŶĚ dĞŶƚ͕ Zs ĂŶĚ 'ƌŽƵƉ ĂŵƉŝŶŐ ŚƩƉ͗ͬͬĐĂŵƉŝŶŐ͘ĐŚĂƌŵĞĐŬ͘ŽƌŐ

The First Tee of Charlotte @Revolution Park Ϯϲϲϭ ĂƌƌŝŶŐĞƌ ƌ͘ 704-348-2515 'ŽůĨ WƌĂĐƟĐĞ ƌĞĂƐ͕ ŽŵƉƵƚĞƌ >Ăď͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ ZŽŽŵ͕ ĚŵŝŶŝƐƚƌĂƟǀĞ KĸĐĞƐ

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Aquatic Center ϴϬϬ D> <ŝŶŐ :ƌ͘ ůǀĚ͘ ;ĨŽƌŵĞƌůǇ ϮŶĚ ^ƚ͘Ϳ /ŶĚŽŽƌ EĂƚĂƚŽƌŝƵŵ ǁŝƚŚ ŝǀŝŶŐ tĞůů ĂŶĚ &ŝƚŶĞƐƐ ĞŶƚĞƌ

Blythe Landing ϭϱϵϬϭ E ,ǁǇ ϳϯ 704-432-1369 ŽĂƚ >ĂƵŶĐŚ &ĂĐŝůŝƚǇ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ^ĞĂƐŽŶĂů ĂĨĞ͕ ^ĂŝůŝŶŐ ĞŶƚĞƌ͕ ^ĂŶĚ sŽůůĞǇďĂůů ǁǁǁ͘ŶĐĐƐĂŝůƌŽǁ͘ŽƌŐ

Copperhead Island ϭϱϮϬϬ ^ŽůĚŝĞƌ ZĚ͘ 704-588-5224 ŽĂƚ >ĂƵŶĐŚ͕ &ŝƐŚŝŶŐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ͕ /ƐůĂŶĚ ZĞŶƚĂů͕ tĂůŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝůƐ͕ ĂŵƉŝŶŐ

Ramsey Creek Park ϭϴϯϯϯ EĂŶƚǌ ZĚ͘ 704-432-1369 ŽĂƚ >ĂƵŶĐŚ &ĂĐŝůŝƚǇ͕ ŽŐ WĂƌŬ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌƐ͕ ^ĂŶĚ sŽůůĞǇďĂůů

Cordelia Park ϮϭϬϬ E͘ ĂǀŝĚƐŽŶ ^ƚ͘ 704-336-2096 KƵƚĚŽŽƌ WŽŽů ǁŝƚŚ ^ƉƌĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ͕ 'ƌĞĞŶǁĂǇ ĐĐĞƐƐ

Ray’s Splash Planet Ϯϭϱ E͘ ^ǇĐĂŵŽƌĞ ^ƚ͘ 704-432-4729 /ŶĚŽŽƌ tĂƚĞƌ WĂƌŬ ;KƉĞŶ zĞĂƌ ZŽƵŶĚͿ͕ &ŝƚŶĞƐƐ ĞŶƚĞƌ ĂŶĚ 'Ǉŵ͕ 'ƌĞĞŶǁĂǇ ĐĐĞƐƐ

Double Oaks Pool KƵƚĚŽŽƌ WŽŽů

Latta Park ϲϬϭ ĂƐƚ WĂƌŬ ǀĞ͘ 704-432-4280 ^ƉƌĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ ^ŽĐĐĞƌ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů͕ dĞŶŶŝƐ͕ ^ĂŶĚ sŽůůĞǇďĂůů͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ dƌĂŝůƐ͕ ZĞĐƌĞĂƟŽŶ ĞŶƚĞƌ

Marion Diehl Pool ϮϮϭϵ dǇǀŽůĂ ZĚ͘ 704-432-0237 /ŶĚŽŽƌ dŚĞƌĂƉĞƵƟĐ ^ǁŝŵŵŝŶŐ WŽŽů͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ ZŽŽŵƐ ĂŶĚ 'Ǉŵ

ϭϮϬϬ EĞǁůĂŶĚ ZĚ͘

704-336-3483

704-643-5725

EĂƚƵƌĞ ĞŶƚĞƌƐ ĂƌĞ ŽƉĞŶ ϳ ĚĂǇƐ Ă ǁĞĞŬ ĂŶĚ &Z ͊ EĂƚƵƌĞ WƌĞƐĞƌǀĞƐ ĂƌĞ ŽƉĞŶ ϳ͗ϬϬĂŵ ƚŽ ^ƵŶƐĞƚ͕ ĚĂŝůǇ͘

Evergreen Nature Preserve Ϯ DŝůĞƐ ŽĨ ,ŝŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝůƐ

ϭϭϴϯϬ dŽŵ ^ŚŽƌƚ ZĚ͘

Special Facilities

Nature Centers & Preserves 1

Flat Branch Park ^ŽĐĐĞƌ &ŝĞůĚƐ

Nevin Park ϲϬϬϬ ^ƚĂƚĞƐǀŝůůĞ ZĚ͘ 704-432-1369 14 ŽĐĐĞ͕ ,ŽƌƐĞƐŚŽĞƐ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚƐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌƐ͕ ĐĐĞƐƐŝďůĞ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů ŽŵƉůĞǆ͕ tĂůŬŝŶŐ dƌĂŝůƐ͕ ^ƉƌĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ŝƐĐ 'ŽůĨ

Cowans Ford Wildlife Refuge ϱϯϯϱ EĞĐŬ ZĚ͘ WŝĐŶŝĐ dĂďůĞƐ͕ tŝůĚůŝĨĞ KďƐĞƌǀĂƟŽŶ ĞĐŬ

Sugaw Creek Park ϵϰϯ t͘ ^ƵŐĂƌ ƌĞĞŬ ZĚ͘ 704-432-1369 ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ ŝƐĐ 'ŽůĨ͕ DƵůƟͲƉƵƌƉŽƐĞ &ŝĞůĚƐ͕ WŝĐŶŝĐ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌƐ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ZĞĐƌĞĂƟŽŶ ĞŶƚĞƌ͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů͕ dĞŶŶŝƐ

704-336-2653

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Veterans Park Ϯϭϯϲ ĞŶƚƌĂů ǀĞ 704-432-4280 ^ƉƌĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ͕ ĂƐŬĞƚďĂůů͕ ĂƐĞďĂůů͕ ^ŽŌďĂůů͕ ŝƐĐ 'ŽůĨ͕ KƵƚĚŽŽƌ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌƐ͕ /ŶĚŽŽƌ ^ŚĞůƚĞƌ͕ ^ĂŶĚ sŽůůĞǇďĂůů͕ dĞŶŶŝƐ͕ WůĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ West Charlotte ^ƉƌĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ

ϮϰϬϬ <ĞŶĚĂůů ƌ͘

704-432-6474

Nevin Park ϲϬϬϬ ^ƚĂƚĞƐǀŝůůĞ ZĚ͘ 704-432-1369 ^ƉƌĂǇŐƌŽƵŶĚ

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Parks, Preserves & Greenways Discover Our Good Nature

Discover a park near you Many miles of trails exist and are waiting for you to discover. We have trails for wandering, running, strolling, walking, and hiking. Sign up for one of our many nature programs on pages 29-38.

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Dog Parks Mecklenburg County has six dog parks. They offer a place for dogs to run off-leash in a fenced area and frolic with other canines. Admission is free and open to all dogs of suitable disposition. Dogs must have rabies vaccinations and licenses as required by law. Owners are responsible for their pets. Dog parks are open every day, 7:30am–sunset (for more information call 311):

Swaney Point K-9 Park in Ramsey Creek Park, 18441 Nantz Road Cornelius, four acres fenced-in. Separate sections for large dogs (more than 20lbs) and small dogs (less than 20lbs).

Barkingham Park at Reedy Creek Park, 2900 Rocky River Road, four acres inside fence.

Ray’s Fetching Meadow at McAlpine Creek Park, 8711 Monroe Road, one acre,

Top Gun SUMMER WORLD SERIES July 12-15, 2012 Charlotte will be hosting all ages 8u-HS divisions Locations: Nevin, Hornet’s Nest, Park Road Park, Mallard Creek and Renaissance Park.

fenced-in.

Davie Dog Park in William R. Davie Park, 4635 Pineville-Matthews Road, more than five acres with separate sections for large dogs and small dogs.

Frazier Dog Park in Frazier Park, 1201 West 4th Street in uptown Charlotte, 1.3 acres inside fence. Sections for large and small dogs. Fenced enclosure is along I-77 near West Trade and Sycamore streets.

Shuffletown Dog Park in Shuffletown Park, 9500 Belhaven Blvd. This new dog park

Last year this event had 104 teams and was played in Charlotte, Huntersville & Concord This event runs from July 12 which is the team check-in day and opening ceremonies, July 13th starts tournament play.

is 4.6 acres with sections for large and small dogs.

Aeromodeler Field Mecklenburg Park and Recreation has a special facility for flying model airplanes. The David B. Waymer Aeromodelers Flying Field, 15401 Holbrooks Road, in Huntersville has areas for both wire controlled and radio-controlled models. To fly here you need an AMA membership and an annual pass. Visitors may fly up to three visits before applying for the annual pass. Contact Waymer Aeromodeler Chapter of AMA (WACAMA) for more information. www.flyingacesrc.com/wacama.htm

2012 East Coast Select Nationals July 19th-22nd, 2012 The age groups will be 9u to 14u. boys baseball. Last year this event had 60 to 80 teams and this year the same is expected. It will be played in Charlotte/Gastonia, NC.

Visit: www.MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Your one stop for news and information about Mecklenburg County.

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Volunteer Opportunities MISSION POSSIBLE! For more information on volunteering for any on the opportunities listed please contact: Lori.Saylor@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.353.0504

WHO CAN VOLUNTEER? Families, Businesses, Individuals, Church Groups, Scout Troops, Garden Clubs, ROTC Groups, Neighborhood Groups, School/College Groups, Teens needing community service for school Volunteers under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult that is at least 21 years old. Volunteers working with the Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Division must be at least 18 years old. All potential volunteers must undergo a thorough background check before volunteering. Opportunities For Business Adoptions: park/greenway/recreation center Periodic Projects: special projects geared for your group Special Events: volunteering to help with one of the departments events. Recreation Center Opportunities Youth Sports Coaches (Baseball, Track and Field), Afterschool Rec Buddies, Program Assistants, Front Desk Assistants, Therapeutic Program Assistants, Therapeutic Sports Coaches

s k r a P e t Ska Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation offers a skate park for in-line skaters and skateboarders, plus BMX bikers at specified times. Admission charge, helmets and pads required. Skate parks require signed waiver of liability, with waiver signed by parents and notarized for ages 17 or younger. For waiver forms, hours, and more info, check www.parkandrec.com, click on Facilities, then Skate Parks, or call 311 or 704.432.5231. Come visit: Grayson SkatePark: 750 Beal Street at Naomi Drenan Recreation Center. 13,000 square feet of concrete skating surface. Suitable for novices to professionals. Features a street course with banks, transitions, corners, rails, ledges and two bowls with depths of 5 feet and 10 feet.

Individual Opportunities Park Ambassadors, Nature Preserve Greeters, General Gardening and Landscaping Help Interested in volunteering for one of our upcoming special events you can register by calling 311, visiting eParks at www.parkandrec.com or by going into your local recreation center. Be sure to reference the course number for the event.

GET YOUR TICKETS NOW!! For the Second Annual

Hats Off to Parks Luncheon at Freedom Park MAY 11th, 2012

Thrills on Wheels Discover mountain biking trails at Jetton, Col. Francis Beatty, Renaissance, Ramsey Creek, and Southwest Parks. Also bike at North Meck Park (operated by Huntersville), at US National Whitewater Center, and on 32 miles of greenways all over the county. Check www.parkandrec.com for details and locations: Click on Activities and Biking, or call 311. Jetton and Southwest Parks have special trails for riders with disabilities who can borrow special â&#x20AC;&#x153;hand-cycle trikes.â&#x20AC;?

Donations raised will support the Clarks Creek Nature Preserve Amenities Fund

Buy a ticket or make a donation online at www.partnersforparks.org or Mail your check made out to The Partners for Parks Foundation to MCPRD Lori Saylor, 5841 Brookshire Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28216 Minimum Lunch Donation is $50.00

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Historic Sites

Go Fish!

Mecklenburg County has rich history, and Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is the steward of several historic sites that host visitors. Many sites offer a hands-on opportunity to learn about life in another time.

Which will become your favorite fishing hole? We’ve got small ponds and big lakes! Fishing is free at: Blythe Landing, 15901 NC Highway 73, Huntersville (Lake Norman) Colonel Francis Beatty Park, 4330 Weddington Rd., Matthews Freedom Park, 1900 East Blvd. Hornets Nest Park, 6310 Beatties Ford Rd. Jetton Park, 1900 Jetton Rd., Cornelius (Lake Norman) Latta Plantation Nature Preserve, 5226 Sample Rd., Huntersville (Mountain Island Lake) McAlpine Creek Park, 8711 Monroe Rd. McDowell Nature Preserve, 15222 York Rd. (Lake Wylie) Park Road Park, 6220 Park Rd. Ramsey Creek Park, 18441 Nantz Rd., Cornelius (Lake Norman) Reedy Creek Park and Nature Preserve, 2900 Rocky River Rd.

Alexandriana: Site has a monument which commemorates the signing of Mecklenburg Declaration of Independence, 9921 Old Statesville Rd., Huntersville Dowd House: World War I training camp, 2216 Monument Ave., Charlotte Historic Latta Plantation: Plantation of James Latta, circa 1800, 5225 Sample Rd., Huntersville. See www.lattaplantation.org Independence Park: Oldest park in Mecklenburg County, 300 Hawthorne Lane, Charlotte McIntyre Historic Site: Revolutionary War skirmish and gold mining site, 4125 McIntyre Ave., Charlotte Rural Hill: 265 acre plantation of Revolutionary War Maj. John Davidson and six generations of his family, 4431 Neck Rd., Huntersville. See: www.ruralhill.net . St. Mary’s Chapel: Victorian chapel of Thompson Orphanage, now a popular wedding venue, 1129 East 3rd St., Charlotte. Holly Bend House: Circa 1795-1800 plantation home of Robert and Margaret Davidson at 3710 Neck Rd. near Mountain Island Lake. Robinson Rockhouse Trail: at Reedy Creek Park and Nature Preserve, 2900 Rocky River Road.

Fishing Tackle

A North Carolina Fishing License is required for ages 16 and older. For license information, check www.ncwildlife.org or call toll free: 888.248.6834. NC Wildlife Resources Officers enforce license regulations. For information on types of fish, depth of ponds and lakes, etc. check www.parkandrec.com, then click on Activities and Fishing, or call 311.

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation can lend you a fishing rod and tackle for a day, so you can try angling in any of our ponds and lakes. This program is a partnership with the NC Wildlife Resources Commission. It is free, to increase fishing opportunities. Just bring a valid ID and fill out a form. NC Fishing License is required for age 16 and older. For license information check www.ncwildlife.org or call toll free: 888-248-6834. For more information call 311 or the check the nature centers at: • Latta Plantation Nature Preserve, 5226 Sample Road, Huntersville, 704-875-1391 • McDowell Nature Preserve, 15222 York Road, 704-588-5224 • Reedy Creek Nature Preserve and Park, 2900 Rocky River Rd., 704-598-8857

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Outdoor Pools are Jumping All Summer! May 10-13 Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center Find out more at www.charlotteultraswim.com

Enjoy a Great Summer at Park and Recreation’s Outdoor Pools: Pools open May 26. Admission for ALL is $1. Pools will open every weekend through Labor Day, September 3rd. Pools will open on weekdays after school closes, June 11 – August 24. Park and Recreation’s outdoor pools: Cordelia Pool – 2100 North Davidson St., 704-336-2096 Double Oaks Pool – 1200 Newland Rd., 704-336-2653 Regular Operating Hours for swimming are Saturday 11am – 5pm, Sundays 1 – 5pm, Monday – Friday(including Memorial Day Monday) 12pm – 6pm Learn to Swim at Outdoor Pools Cordelia and Double Oaks offer FREE Swim Lessons throughout the summer for ALL. Classes are taught weekly. Sign-ups begin June 13th at each pool. No phone registration, must sign up in person. For more information contact Cordelia Pool – 2100 North Davidson St., 704-336-2096 Double Oaks Pool – 1200 Newland Rd., 704-336-2653

On April 28, more than 17,000 people attended Park and Recreation’s 8th annual Pedigree Bark in the Park Dog Festival presented by Food Lion at Rural Hill in Huntersville. Check out the video

Spraygrounds Get soaked all summer at our Outdoor Spraygrounds. Every sprayground has a multitude of water features that will keep you cool and wet. Admission is always FREE! 2012 Season runs May 25th through September 9 SPRAYGROUND LOCATIONS: Cordelia Park, 2100 North Davidson Street Latta Park, 601 East Park Avenue Nevin Park, 6000 Statesville Rd. Veterans Park, 2136 Central Avenue West Charlotte Recreation Center, 2400 Kendall Drive

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Golf Facilities

Race Events

Cadillac Golf Ranch Description: The Cadillac Golf Ranch is a state-of-the-art golf learning and practice facility that opened in August 2010 in Pineville. The Cadillac Golf Ranch was conceived to be a “club” without a golf course. Our vision is for a place where golfers can meet, socialize, practice, learn and discuss the game of golf in a clean and pleasant atmosphere. We hope to create a place where golfers of all skill levels will find “their” place to fulfill their practice, learning, equipment and recreational needs.

Charles T. Myers Golf Course Description: 18-hole course (Ladies-2761, Blue-3315, Gold-6334), driving range, chipping/putting green, bent-grass greens

Renaissance Park Description: 18-hole course (Ladies-5315, Mens- 6270, Championship-7465), driving range, chipping/putting green, bent-grass greens

Revolution Park Dr. Charles L. Sifford Golf Course Description: 9-hole regulation course (Red-2211, White-2825, Blue-2976), chipping/putting green, Bermuda greens

Sunset Hills Description: 18-hole course (Red-5185, White-5810, Blue-6146), driving range, putting green, practice sand trap, Bermuda greens

The Tradition Description: 18-hole (Forward-5498, Middle-6201, Back-6561, Championship-7054), 2 putting greens, driving range, chipping green, bent-grass greens

FITNESS CENTER Adult Admission Fees Monthly, Annual and “RAY” passes available with bank draft. Mallard Creek Daily admission: $4 county /$6 non-county Tuckasegee, West Charlotte, Southview and Bette Rae Thomas Daily admission: $3 county /$5 non-county Ray’s Splash Planet Daily admission: $8 county / $11 non-county Fitness Center Only Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center Daily admission: $5 county / $8 non-county Includes hot tub and pool.

Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation partners with many local groups to host more than 70 races a year. Races consist of trail and road running events as well as Mountain Bike events. McAlpine Creek Park, which includes a Nationally Certified Cross Country Course, serves as the main venue for trail running events including; Wendy’s Invitational, Footlocker Regional Championships, UNCC 49er Challenge, Queens University Royal Challenge, NCAA Division II Regional’s and over a dozen charity events. Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation is also involved with the Charlotte Turkey Trot held each year on Thanksgiving morning and the Charlotte RaceFest at South Park held on April 14, 2012. Cycling events include a Winter Mountain Bike Short Track Series and a Summer Mountain Bike Series. Mountain Bike events are held at Renaissance Park and Colonel Francis Beatty Park. For more information on all race events visit www.parkandrec.com, adult athletics or contact Preston.Buckman@MecklenburgCountyN C.gov or 704-529-3273.

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Disc Golf - no cart or green fees! Discover the great fun of playing disc golf! It’s an inexpensive game and courses are located throughout the County. There is no charge to play these courses. Try each course and see which one is your favorite. Five new courses have been recently added: Eastway Park, Winget Park, R.L. Smith Park, Idlewild Park and Bradford Park. This now gives Mecklenburg County more quality disc golf courses than any other county in the United States! The courses listed offer 18 holes except for Matthews’ Squirrel Lake Park (12 holes) and Mint Hill Park (9 holes). For more information check www.parkandrec.com. Course Bailey Road Park Bradford Park Eastway Park Elon Park (2) Hornet’s Nest Park Idlewild Park Kilborne Park Mint Hill Park Nevin Park Reedy Creek Park Renaissance Park R.L. Smith Park Sugaw Creek Park Squirrel Lake Park Winget Park

Location: 11536 Bailey Rd. 17005 Davidson-Concord Rd. 423 Eastway Dr. 11401 Ardrey Kell Rd. 6301 Beatties Ford Rd. 10512 Idelwild Rd. 2600 Kilborne Dr. 8850 Fairview Rd./Mint Hill 6000 Statesville Rd. 2900 Rocky River Rd. 1525 Tyvola Rd. 1604 Little Rock Rd. 939 W. Sugar Creek Rd. 1631 Pleasant Plains Rd. 12235 Winget Rd.

Skill Level: beginner/intermediate intermediate/advanced intermediate/advanced beginner/intermediate/advanced advanced/professional intermediate/advanced beginner/intermediate beginner/intermediate intermediate/advanced beginner/intermediate advanced/professional intermediate/advanced intermediate/advanced intermediate/advanced beginner/intermediate

Park & Recreation Teaming Up with United Bag Toss League Starting May 24th, Park and Recreation with UBTL will offer a Bag Toss League allowing teams of 3-5 people to compete weekly for a total of 8 weeks. Games will be hosted at Park Road Park on Thursday evenings. Through the partnership with UBTL, players will be able to track their league stats online and check other players’ stats. There is an entry fee of $100 which includes an annual membership to UBTL, 8 weeks of play, and an official UBTL t-shirt. For more information contact Preston Buckman at Preston.Buckman@MecklenburgCounty NC.gov. www.unitedbagtossleague.com

Visit the Charlotte Disc Golf Club at www.charlottedgc.com for information about local events.

2012 Professional Disc Golf Association World Championship-July 14-21 This summer world champions in 25 divisions will be determined as Charlotte host the PDGA World Championship for the third time. From July 14th through the 21st, more than 1,000 professional and amateur players from around the world will be competing for the title of World Champion on 14 courses in the Charlotte area. Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation will play host at 11 courses including; Idlewild, Hornet’s Nest, Kilborne, Renaissance, Nevin, Eastway, Sugaw, Elon, Winget, R.L. Smith and Reedy Creek. The championships for each division will be held on Saturday, July 21st at Hornet’s Nest. In addition to the tournament, a skills competition will take place at Renaissance Park on July 15th testing putting, mini golf, long distance and EDGE skills. For more information, visit www.charlottedgc.com or contact Preston Buckman at Preston.Buckman@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov. www.pdga.com/2012worlds

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AAU Beach Volleyball Tournaments Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation will partner with North Carolina AAU Volleyball to host a series of Junior Beach Tournaments at Jeff Adams Tennis Center. Junior Beach Volleyball teams from all over the state will compete on May 26, June 9, June 23 and July 14. For more information contact Preston Buckman at Preston.Buckman@MecklenburgCounty NC.gov. www.aausports.org

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SPECIAL EVENT FACILITIES

The Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department operates two major special event facilities, the Grady Cole Center and American Legion Memorial Stadium which are located adjacent to each other at 310 N. Kings Dr., Charlotte, NC 28204.

The Grady Cole Center is a 3,000 maximum capacity civic center that can accommodate multiple sport and leisure activities such as concerts, festivals, trade shows, basketball games (youth, high school, college and professional) and community meetings. The facility has great sight lines from any seat to the permanent stage and arena floor. Annual events include Step Shows, Roller Derby bouts, MMA events, Career Fairs and Charitable Fundraisers.

Grady Cole Center Upcoming Major Events Roller Derby – Saturday, June 9th Pro-Am Basketball League – June 18th - August 2nd (Mon.-Thur.) Roller Derby – Saturday, July 14th

Americans with Disabilities Mecklenburg County will comply with the Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA) which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. Mecklenburg County will make reasonable accommodations in all programs to enable participation by an individual with a disability who meets essential eligibility requirements. Mecklenburg County programs will be available in the most integrated setting for each individual. If any accommodations are necessary for participation in any program or service, participants are encouraged to notify staff at least one week prior to program commencement. Upon request, this information is available in an alternative format for persons with disabilities.

Charlotte Philatelic Society (Stamp Show) – July 21st & 22nd Roller Derby – Saturday, August 4th

American Legion Memorial Stadium is a 20,000 seat outdoor sports/entertainment facility which over the past 75 years has hosted many of the County’s highest profile events. The facility is able to handle a wide arrange of sport and leisure activities, such as outdoor concerts, festivals, college/high school football, marching band competitions, international soccer matches and lacrosse. Annual events include High School/College Football, Band events, July 4th Fireworks and College/Professional Lacrosse.

American Legion Memorial Stadium Upcoming Major Events Major League Lacrosse (Charlotte Hounds) – Saturday, June 2nd Grass Volleyball Tournament - June 9th & 10th Major League Lacrosse (Charlotte Hounds) – Saturday, June 16th Invasion Concert – Saturday, June 30th Major League Lacrosse (Charlotte Hounds) – Saturday, July 7th NightBEAT (Band event) – Sunday, July 29th Major League Lacrosse (Charlotte Hounds) – Saturday, August 11th For additional information on upcoming events or to reserve these facilities, please contact facility management staff at 704-336-2884 or check www.parkandrec.com for updates and/or to download a rental application.

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The World’s Largest Swimming Lesson-June 14th Save lives & get record-setting media attention for your waterpark, June 14th! This newsworthy event takes place at 11 am EST/3 pm GMT at waterparks, community pools and aquatic facilities around the globe to build awareness about the vital importance of teaching kids to swim to prevent drowning. Last year’s WLSL event set a new Guinness World Record™ with over 20,000 participants on 5 continents. How can you get involved? You have until May 20th to register as an official WLSL Host Location. There is no cost to participate. Just go to WLSL.org and complete the online registration.

Urban Little Sugar Creek Greenway Grand Opening-April 20 Mecklenburg County residents can now walk, bike or jog on a paved path from CPCC to the Park Road Shopping Center. The entire urban section of the Little Sugar Creek Greenway is now finished! For information including photos of the newly constructed greenway, visit www.littlesugarcreekgreeway.com

Park and Rec in partnership with Wendy’s will participate as a host site for the World’s Largest Swimming Lesson 2012 on Thursday, June 14 beginning at 11 a.m. Double Oaks Pool will serve as the venue for the event which is a global effort aiming to spread awareness about the importance of teaching children how to swim. If you would like to participate in the WLSL, please register at: Double Oaks Pool, 1200 Newland Rd., 704-336-2653 For more information visit: www.worldslargestswimminglesson.org

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Tennis Facilities

Park and Recreation is proud to offer tennis clinics, lessons and camps for players of all ages at 6 facilities. For more information and to register please contact the tennis professionals directly using the information below.

Park Road Park Park Road Park provides lighting on 12 tennis courts. For information on leagues, lessons, and clinics, please visit; Website: www.parkandrec.com Phone: 704-529-3273 Email: Preston.Buckman@mecklenburgcountync.gov

Tennis Education and Endowment 6220 Park Rd. • Charlotte, NC 28210

Colonel Francis Beatty Park Colonel Francis Beatty Park offers lighting on 6 tennis courts. For clinics, tournaments, trips and special events, please visit; Website: www.tanctennis.com Phone: 704-340-0013 Email: playtennischarlotte@gmail.com

Tennis Academy of North Carolina 4330 Weddington Rd. • Matthews, NC 28105

Veterans Park Veterans Park offers lighting on 6 tennis courts. For clinics, programming, and private lessons, please visit; Website: www.midwoodtennisacademy.com Phone: 704-491-1846 Email: info@midwoodtennisacademy.com

Midwood Tennis Academy 2136 Central Ave. • Charlotte, NC 28205

Jeff Adams Tennis Center Jeff Adams Tennis Center offers lighting on 13 tennis courts. For more information on lessons and clinics, please visit; Website: www.charlottecitytennis.com Phone: 704-284-9844 Email: allen@upchurchtennis.com

Upchurch Tennis 1200 W. Tyvola Rd. • Charlotte, NC 28217

Tom Sykes/Latta Park Latta Park provides 6 tennis courts. For clinics, programming, and private lessons, please visit; Website: www.midwoodtennisacademy.com Phone: 704-491-1846 Email: info@midwoodtennisacademy.com

Midwood Tennis Academy 601 East Park Ave. • Charlotte, NC 28203

Freedom Park Freedom Park offers lighting on 12 tennis courts. For scheduling and pricing of lessons, please visit; Website: www.upchurchtennis.com Phone: 704-625-6552 Email: todd@upchurchtennis.com

Upchurch Tennis 1900 East Blvd. • Charlotte, NC 28203

Mecklenburg County has over 140 tennis courts within 33 tennis facilities To find more information about our tennis facilities, please visit www.parkandrec.com

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Tennis Lessons

Colonel Francis Beatty Park - Tennis Academy of North Carolina For detailed schedule visit www.tanctennis.com. For more information contact 704-529-3273.

Session Dates:

Session 1

Session 2

JUNE 11 - JULY 12 (4 Weeks) no class July 2-6

JULY 24 - AUG 16 (4 Weeks)

$50 $100 $60 $120

Beginners/Intermediates - once a week Beginners/Intermediates - twice a week Match Ready- once a week Match Ready - twice a week JUNIOR CLASSES

BEGINNER/Quickstart (Ages 4 - 10) - Classes will be broken into two groups based on age and skill level. Players will learn proper stoke techniques, score keeping and point play. INTERMEDIATE (Ages 8 - 12) - Class will utilize 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122; court and full court. Juniors will train using both regular balls and compression balls. Focus will be on matchplay and serving. Tuesday & Thursday 7:00pm - 8:00pm *** Players can participate once or twice a week per session MATCH READY - Clinic for juniors who are looking to participate in Level 4 and 5 USTA tournaments or on their middle school/high school teams. Focus will be on learning the modern game of tennis, while mastering technique and footwork. Tuesday & Thursday 6:00pm - 7:00pm *** Players can participate once or twice a week per session SUMMER CAMPS Summer camps available. For more information on camp schedule visit the camp program guide or visit www.tanctennis.com.

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Freedom Park - Upchurch Tennis Classes run on a monthly basis. Students choose the same days each week to attend for the entire session. Students pay for all classes at the beginning of the session. Class offerings may change, for up-to-date information and to register contact 704-529-3273 or visit www.upchurchtennis.com

Sessions run monthly JUNIOR CLASSES LITTLE ACES (Ages 4 - 6) - Students learn the basics through live ball games and hand-eye coordination drills and footwork. Instructors use the 36â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Quickstart format. Dates and time to be announced. www.upchurchtennis.com FUTURE STARS (Ages 8-10) - Students will use the 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Quickstart format and live ball drills to rapidly advance their skills. This is a fast pace clinic with active instruction. Dates and time to be announced. www.upchurchtennis.com STARS (Ages 11 - 14) - Students add to their skills with cooperative drills, situational feed-based games and increased footwork. This class is for players who will be or are beginning to play in tournaments Dates and time to be announced. www.upchurchtennis.com COMPETITIVE PLAYER DEVELOPMENT (11 & up) - Students in this level are looking to be pushed hard to the next level in their tournament or high school play. Dates and time to be announced. www.upchurchtennis.com

ADULT CLASSES LADIES BEGINNER - Focus on developing the proper kills to help everyone quickly learn and enjoy the game. Dates and time to be announced. www.upchurchtennis.com LADIES INTERMEDIATE - Class will focus on developing a full court game, with particular emphais on identifying strengths and protecting weaknesses. Dates and time to be announced. www.upchurchtennis.com LADIES BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE - Focus on moving players forward rapidly through cooperative and competitive games based instruction. Dates and time to be announced. www.upchurchtennis.com SENIOR MEN & WOMEN HIT & MOVE - Clinic is about good, safe movement through tennis games and creating relationships while developing their skill sets. Dates and time to be announced. www.upchurchtennis.com LADIES CARDIO & PLAY - Fast, upbeat class using fun music matched with live ball drills. Focus on keeping the heart rate elevated, skill development and safety around the court. Dates and time to be announced. www.upchurchtennis.com

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Jeff Adams Tennis Center - Upchurch Tennis Classes run on a monthly basis. Students choose the same days each week to attend for the entire session. Students pay for all classes at the beginning of the session. Class offerings may change, for up-to-date information and to register contact 704-529-3273 or visit www.charlottecitytennis.com

JUNIOR CLASSES-Sessions run monthly LITTLE ACES (Ages 4 - 6) - Students learn the basics through live ball games and hand-eye coordination drills and footwork. Instructors use the 36â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Quickstart format. Dates and time to be announced. Check www.charlottecitytennis.com. FUTURE STARS (Ages 8-10) - Students will use the 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Quickstart format and live ball drills to rapidly advance their skills. This is a fast pace clinic with active instruction. Dates and time to be announced. Check www.charlottecitytennis.com. STARS (Ages 11 - 14) - Students add to their skills with cooperative drills, situational feed-based games and increased footwork. This class is for players who will be or are beginning to play in tournaments Dates and time to be announced. Check www.charlottecitytennis.com. COMPETITIVE PLAYER DEVELOPMENT (11 & up) - Students in this level are looking to be pushed hard to the next level in their tournament or high school play. Dates and time to be announced. Check www.charlottecitytennis.com.

ADULT CLASSES-Sessions run monthly BEGINNER (Learn to Play) - Focus on developing the proper skills to hel everyone learn and enjoy the game. Dates and time to be announced. Check www.charlottecitytennis.com. INTERMEDIATE - Class will focus on developing a full court game, with particular emphais on identifying strengths and protecting weaknesses. Dates and time to be announced. Check www.charlottecitytennis.com. BEGINNER/INTERMEDIATE - Focus on moving players forward rapidly through cooperative and competitive games based instruction. Dates and time to be announced. Check www.charlottecitytennis.com. LADIES GROUP - Program focuses on good, safe movement through tennis games and creating relationships while developing their skill sets. Dates and time to be announced. Check www.charlottecitytennis.com. LADIES CARIO & PLAY - Fast, upbeat class using fun music matched with live ball drills. Focus on keeping the heart rate elevated, skill development and safety around the court. Dates and time to be announced. Check www.charlottecitytennis.com.

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Tennis Lessons

Latta Park (Tom Sykes RC) - Midwood Tennis Academy *To register for all programs visit www.midwoodtennisacademy.com. For more information contact 704-529-3273.

Session Dates: Junior Adult

Spring Session 3

Summer Session

5/21-7/1

7/9-8/26 (8 Weeks)

X $120

JUNIOR CLASSES SUMMER CAMP Full and half day summer camps available at Tom Sykes Recreation Center. For more information on summer camps visit the summer camp guide or visit www.midwoodtennisacademy.com for the full schedule. Full day camp (9:00am - 5:00pm) $250, Half day camp (9:00am - 1:00am) $150.

ADULT CLASSES Level I (beginner - 2.5) - This clinic is for new players or those who have not played in a while. Focus is on general fundamentals, learning to rally and keep score. Monday Wednesday

5:30pm - 7:00pm 9:30am - 11:00am

Level II (2.5 - 3.5) - Players can rally, but are looking to gain consistency and develop weapons. Focus on point play, match strategy, aerobic activity and fun. Wednesday Friday

5:30pm - 7:00pm 9:30am - 11:00am

Level III (3.5 - 4.0) - Players play regular matches on leagues, teams or challenge ladders. Focus on continued development of weapons, advanced strategies and conditioning. Monday Friday

9:30am - 11:00am 5:30pm - 7:00pm

Cardio Tennis (2.0 - 5.0) - For players of all levels. A very intense hour long workout where players hit balls and do a lot of moving. Dynamic movement and agility drills as well as some plyometic exercises will be used. Monday Wednesday Friday

8:30am - 9:30am 8:30am - 9:30am 8:30am - 9:30am

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Veterans Park - Midwood Tennis Academy *To register for all programs visit www.midwoodtennisacademy.com. For more information contact 704-529-3273.

Session Dates: Junior Adult

Spring Session 3

Summer Session

5/21-7/1

7/9-8/26 (8 Weeks)

X $120

ADULT CLASSES Level I (beginner - 2.5) - This clinic is for new players or those who have not played in a while. Focus is on general fundamentals, learning to rally and keep score. Tuesday Thursday

6:00pm - 7:30pm 7:30pm - 9:00pm

Level II (2.5 - 3.5) - Players can rally, but are looking to gain consistency and develop weapons. Focus on point play, match strategy, aerobic activity and fun. Monday Wednesday

6:00pm - 7:30pm 7:00pm - 8:30pm

Level III (3.5 - 4.0) - Players play regular matches on leagues, teams or challenge ladders. Focus on continued development of weapons, advanced strategies and conditioning. Tuesday Thursday

7:30pm - 9:00pm 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Level IV (4.0 and Above) - Advanced players who compete regularly in tournaments or leagues. Focus on spins, specialty shots, advanced strategy and developing multiple game plans. Monday

7:30pm - 9:00pm

6:00pm - 7:00pm 8:00am - 9:00am

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NC Cooperative Extension The NC Cooperative Extension provides educational programs, resources and technical assistance in the areas of consumer/commercial horticulture, 4-H youth development, food and nutrition, food safety and preservation, and local foods. To learn more about NC Cooperative Extension, visit our website at http://mecklenburg.ces.ncsu.edu or call 704.336.2082.

Family and Consumer Sciences views the family, in all its diverse forms, as the cornerstone of a healthy society. Our mission is to improve the well-being of the family through programs that educate, influence public policy, and help families put research-based knowledge to work in their lives. In Mecklenburg County, the Family & Consumer Sciences Extension Agent provides education regarding nutrition, food safety and food preservation with a focus on local foods. Educational opportunities include: • Home Food Preservation Classes and Advice • Nutrition Classes and Cooking Demonstrations • Collaborative partnerships with local agencies For more information: Kristin Davis, FCS Extension Agent, 704.336.4006, Kristin_Davis@ncsu.edu

The Center for Environmental Farming Systems (CEFS) and North Carolina Cooperative Extension is committed to building North Carolina’s sustainable local food economy. North Carolinians spend about $35 billion a year on food. If individuals spent 10 percent—$1.05 per day—locally, about $3.5 billion would be available in the local economy. To further our commitment, we are encouraging consumers to commit 10 percent of their existing food dollars to support local food producers and related businesses. For more information about how you, your business or organization can become involved in Mecklenburg County 10% Campaign contact Kristin Davis at 704-336-4006 or visit nc10percent.com!

Expanded Food & Nutrition Education Program EFNEP helps limited resource families with children learn how to eat healthier meals and snacks, stretch their food dollars and reduce the risk of food-borne illnesses. Additionally, in collaboration with many organizations through the Eat Smart and Move More initiative, NC EFNEP aims to reduce the rising tide of obesity by teaching youth and families practical skills resulting in changed behaviors that help them to eat smart, move more and achieve a healthy weight. For more information about EFNEP in Mecklenburg County, contact Sharon_Pearson@ncus.edu or call 704.336.4013.

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NC Cooperative Extension Horticulture Cooperative Extension horticulture assistance is available in the areas of: • Fruit and Vegetable Production • Landscape and turf grass management • Community gardens • Master gardener training • Commercial pesticide training, licensing and recertification • Home horticulture questions

Master Gardener Hotline Extension Master Gardener volunteers are available to answer your home gardening questions weekdays from 9am until noon beginning March 1. You can reach your local Extension Master Gardener by calling 704-336-4011.

4-H Curriculum Trainings Mecklenburg County 4-H offers monthly curriculum trainings open to 4-H volunteers, school-age professionals, and other youth workers. These sessions are five hours long and provide .5 CEU’s (Continuing Education Units). All sessions include hands-on experiences with curriculum lessons, practical experience working with youth, and opportunity to share and evaluate what you have learned. For information on curriculum training sessions available in the coming months, visit our website: www.mecklenburgcounty4h.org or call 704-336-2082.

Community Gardens Mecklenburg County Cooperative Extension manages the community gardens program offered through Park and Recreation. Currently, there are gardens in the following Park and Recreation locations: • Frazier Park, 4th Street and Sycamore Street • Little Sugar Creek, Alexander and 17th Street • Hoskins Park, 3801 Gossett Avenue • Huntingtowne Farms Park, 2400 Ramblewood Lane • McAlpine Creek Community Park, Holly Lane, off of Sardis Road • Reedy Creek Park, 2900 Rocky River Road • Winget Park, 12025 Winget Rd; across from tennis courts All gardens are currently full. To be added to the waiting list, contact scott_ewers@ncsu.edu or call 704.336.4008.

Mecklenburg County 4-H Mecklenburg County has a large and diverse 4-H Program. About 65 4-H clubs operate in our recreation centers and other sites all over Charlotte-Mecklenburg. The 4-H program is open to youth ages 5-18 interested learning about subjects such as photography, visual arts, health and fitness, and entrepreneurship. Through 4-H, they also have the opportunity to participate in summer camps, leadership retreats, competitive events, and district and state conferences. Our 4-H is oriented to urban and suburban activities. Parents are encouraged to participate as volunteers. For more information on 4-H, visit www.mecklenburgcounty4h.org

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Greenways are linear parks that connect people and places by linking neighborhoods, offices, parks, schools and shopping areas. They also protect water quality and wildlife habitat while providing alternative ways to move through our city, suburbs and small towns. Currently there are more than 38 miles of greenway trails in the Mecklenburg County system, with more greenways being built every year.

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Mecklenburg County Greenways Whether you are biking, running, strolling or walking, discover the 35 miles of greenways throughout Mecklenburg County. For downloads of specific greenways, visit parkandrec.com/greenways. Fascinating views of birds, flora and fauna abound. Greenways are linear parks that connect people and places. They act as buffers that filter out pollutants from storm water before it enters our creeks. They also preserve natural areas for wildlife and native plant communities. In Mecklenburg County, greenways offer visitors opportunities to enjoy nature and provide alternate ways to move through our city, suburbs and towns. Mecklenburg County operates 35 miles of trails. The greenway master plan envisions a system that will eventually stretch throughout the county and connect neighborhoods within Charlotte, the six surrounding towns and surrounding counties. To learn more about greenways and to download trail maps, please visit www.parkandrec.com/greenways

Briar Creek Greenway

There are two developed sections of this greenway. One 0.4 mile paved section includes a bridge over Briar Creek and provides an important connection between the Merry Oaks and Plaza-Midwood neighborhoods. On street parking is available along Masonic Drive. Another 0.9 mile gravel trail follows Briar Creek behind Myers Park High School between Colony Road and Runnymeade Lane.

3 Four Mile Creek Greenway This 2 mile criss-cross greenway is nested in the center of the town of Matthews, allowing residential areas direct access to the Matthews Community Center and downtown area. The greenway opened in 2011.

4 Irwin Creek & Stewart Creek Greenway These trails comprise a continuos 2.1 mile creekside walk in the center city area of Charlotte. The trail takes visitors through the historic Wesley Heights neighborhood and connects Rayas Splash Planet, Frazier Park and Phillip O. Berry Center. The trail is only a few minutes walk from Johnson & Wales University, Gateway Center and uptown condos and offers a quiet place to relax during a busy day. Parking is available at Rayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Splash Planet, Frazier Park and Bruns Avenue.

5 Irwin Creek Greenway - Clanton Park This 0.8 mile paved greenway crosses Clanton Park in the Revolution Park neighborhood and connects the new Clanton Indoor Pavilion and soccer fields with Arbor Glen Outreach Center. Parking is available at either end of this greenway.

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There are four developed sections totaling 5.91 miles of trail. Almost a mile of trail is located in the Belmont neighborhood northeast of uptown Charlotte, including a railroad underpass connecting to Alexander St. Park. The longest developed stretch of trail is 4.70 miles beginning at East 7th street though Freedom Park and ending at Brandywine Road. Urban Little Sugar Creek run from East 7th Street to Morehead. Liz Hair Nature Walk runs from Morehead Street to East Boulevard and is dedicated to the first woman to chair the Mecklenburg Board of County Commissioners. Almost a mile of paved trail is developed through Huntingtowne Farms Park in south Charlotte. Parking is available at YWCA on Parkwood Ave., Freedom Park, Park Road Shopping Center and Huntingtowne Farms Park.

10 Lower McAlpine, McMullen & Four Mile Creek Greenways This horseshoe shaped greenway runs 5.8 miles through south Charlotte and passes under Interstate 485. The trail is composed of a variety of surfaces, including asphalt, gravel and boardwalk. Parking is available off of Hwy 51 across from McMullen Creek Market. The most recently developed Four Mile Creek Greenway section features significant boardwalk through scenic wetlands with abundant wildlife. A parking lot and restrooms are available off Johnston Road.

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Mecklenburg County Greenways 11 Mallard Creek and Clarkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Creek Greenways Located in the University area, the trail is 7.1 miles long and is currently the longest trail in the County. While much of the greenway is paved, a 1.2 mile gravel trail through University Research Park connects to the newly constructed section from David Taylor Drive to Kirk Farm Fields off of Mallard Creek Church Road.

12 McAlpine Creek & Campbell Creek Greenways This greenway stretches for 4.1 miles in east Charlotte and is a favorite of runners. McAlpine Creek Greenway is composed primarily of gravel trail and boardwalk. It connects with Cottonwood Nature Trail and the 3.1 mile McAlpine Creek Cross Country course. Surrounded by urban development, the greenway is home to 188 different documented species of birds, as well as beavers and river otters. Parking is available at Margaret Wallace Road, McAlpine Creek Park and Old Bell Road.

13 McDowell Creek Greenway Linking the Towns of Cornelius and Huntersville, this 1.5 mile paved greenway is the first developed section of McDowell Creek. The greenway links several new and existing neighborhoods to great destinations like Birkdale Village and the future Robbins Park location in Cornelius.

14 Six Mile Creek Greenway This 0.9 mile paved greenway runs along the Countyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s southern border. It will eventually link neighborhoods within Mecklenburg and Union counties. The trail was developed through a partnership with LUESA (Land Use & Environmental Services Agency). Parking is available off of Marvin Road.

15 SouthProng Rocky River & West Branch Rocky River Greenways This 2.9 mile greenway connects downtown Davidson with neighborhoods to the southeast along the South Prong of the Rocky River. Parking is available at South Street near Davidson Elementary School, on-street at the Hudson Place trailhead and at River Run Athletic Field. Although part of the Mecklenburg County Greenway system, this greenway is operated by the Town of Davidson. Please visit http://www.ci.davidson.nc.us/ for more information. Continuing approximately 3.2 miles long the sidewalk and bike lanes which begins on Robert Walker Drive and continue on roads into River Run including River Ford Drive. This overland connector leads to the entrance plaza for West Branch Rocky River Greenway. The greenway opened in 2011 and provides 1 mile of restful travel and natural areas. This greenway feels far from urban areas. Parking is not currently available but will be provided in the future.

16 Toby Creek Greenway Toby Creek Greenway opened in 2011 and adds 2 miles of trails to the system and a significant connection to the UNC Charlotte Campus. Parking is available at Mallard Creek Elementary School and Kirk Farm Fields.

17 Torrence Creek Greenway Located in Huntersville, the 1.4 mile trail is composed of asphalt and boardwalk, meandering through woods and wetlands. This greenway features large rock formations along the eastern end and meadows of wildflowers along the western end. On-street parking is available on Bradford Hill Lane.

18 Walker Branch Greenway The first greenway in the Southwest Mecklenburg County, this half mile paved trail runs southeast from South Tryon Street along Rivergate Parkway. Parking is located adjacent to the Home Depot on Rivergate Parkway.

Growing Greenways: Over the next year, Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation will add additional mileage to the greenway system. Look for greenway trail construction along the following creeks: Four Mile Creek, Irwin Creek, Little Sugar Creek, McDowell Creek, Toby Creek and Torrence Creek.

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Parks, Preserves & Greenways

Central Carolinas Master Naturalist Program Wednesdays, August 29-December 5, 2012 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Field Trips, first Friday of each month 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. COURSES INCLUDE Ecological Concepts Ornithology Entomology Herpetology Mammalogy Central Carolina Biogeography Weather and Climate Botany Forest Ecology and Management Aquatic Ecology and Management Land Use & Urban Systems Interpretation & Teaching Skills PREREQUISITES All applicants must undergo & pass a criminal background check Commitment to complete the minimum 66 hours course work, 8 hours advanced training, and 40 hours of volunteer time Course fee of $295.00 No prior science knowledge required

Explore. Contribute. Connect. Do you enjoy hiking, bird watching, following tracks, or identifying wildflowers? Then Mecklenburg County Park and Rec has just the thing for you! The goal of the all new Central Carolinas Master Naturalist Program is to create a corps of well-informed volunteers to provide education, outreach, and service dedicated to the beneficial management of natural resources and natural areas within communities of Mecklenburg County and beyond.

BENEFITS Certificate from CPCC’s Center for Sustainability Naturalist library Criteria I and II fulfillment of NCEE certificate Instruction by professional field biologists Practical outdoor experience

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Staci Clark Master Naturalist Program Coordinator 9001 Plaza Road Extension Charlotte, NC 28215 704-432-1391

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Ivory/Baker Recreation Center 1920 Stroud Park Court Mallard Creek Recreation Center 2530 Johnston-Oehler Road Marion Diehl Recreation Center 2219 Tyvola Road Martin Luther King Jr. School Recreation Site 500 Bilmark Avenue Merry Oaks School Recreation Site 508 Draper Avenue Methodist Home Recreation Center 3200 Shamrock Drive

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McDowell Nature Center 2012 Summer Programs & Activities 15222 York Road • Charlotte • 704.588.5224 Open Mon-Sat 9:00 am to 5:00pm, Sun 1:00pm to 5:00pm All programs meet at McDowell Nature Center unless otherwise noted.

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1,115 acres Nature Center 56-Site Camp Ground Copperhead Island - Fishing and Boating Access, Primitive Group Camping 7 miles of hiking trails Playgrounds Picnic areas Wildlife viewing opportunities

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McDowell: Programs & Activities Babes in the Woods

Teddy Bear Picnic

Falling Down

Enjoy a nature walk with your little one. Meet at Four Seasons Trail. Ages 18 months to 3yrs - $3 35237 Jun 4 M 10:30am to 11:15am 35250 Jul 9 M 10:30am to 11:15am

Bring your teddy bear and bag lunch for a picnic. Read a story and enjoy a nature walk with your bear! Meet at the Large Pavilion. Ages 2 to 6 - $3 35257 Jul 23 M 10:30am to 11:15am

Learn about gravity, how it affects the trees in the fall season, and how the air affects the way things land on the ground. Ages 4 to 6 - $3 35340 Aug 31 F 10:30am to 11:15am

Lovely Ladybugs

Tiny Turtles

Playing with Fire

Learn about how ladybugs are useful insects. Read a story about ladybug along with a ladybug craft. Meet at the Medium Shelter. Ages 4 to 6 - $3 35240 Jun 8 F 10:30am to 11:15am

Read a story about turtles and do a craft related to turtles. Meet at Medium Shelter. Ages 2 to 3 - $3 35258 Jul 30 M 10:30am to 11:15am

The ability to create fire has been called one of humanities greatest accomplishments and one that might save your life! Get hands on and discover a variety of ways to start a “matchless” fire and help kick off our family campfire program. No registration required. All Ages • FREE • McDowell Campground Fire Pit Every Friday May to September 35341 Jun 1 F 6:30pm to 7:00pm 35342 Jun 8 F 6:30pm to 7:00pm 35343 Jun 15 F 6:30pm to 7:00pm 35344 Jun 22 F 6:30pm to 7:00pm 35345 Jun 29 F 6:30pm to 7:00pm 34346 Jul 6 F 6:30pm to 7:00pm 35347 Jul 13 F 6:30pm to 7:00pm 35348 Jul 20 F 6:30pm to 7:00pm 35349 Jul 27 F 6:30pm to 7:00pm 35350 Aug 3 F 6:30pm to 7:00pm 35351 Aug10 F 6:30pm to 7:00pm 35352 Aug17 F 6:30pm to 7:00pm 35353 Aug 24 F 6:30pm to 7:00pm 35354 Aug 31 F 6:30pm to 7:00pm

Totally Turtles! Read under a tree. Come listen to stories read under a tree. Ages 2 to 3 - $3 35244 Jun 11 M 10:30am to 11:15am

Learn about the different kinds of turtles. Read a story about turtles and enjoy a turtle themed craft. Meet at the Medium Shelter. Ages 4 to 6 - $3 35259 Aug 3 F 10:30am to 11:15am

Water Water Everywhere!!

Jumping Frogs!

Come and enjoy water play outdoors at the Nature Center. Meet outside of the Nature Center. Ages 2 to 3 - $3 35245 Jun 25 M 10:30am to 11:15am

Learn about different frogs and do a craft related to frogs. Meet at Medium Shelter. Ages 2 to 3 - $3 35616 Aug 6 M 10:30am to 11:15am

Story Time

Let’s Get Wet! Come get WET at McDowell. Enjoy getting wet creekside on the Four Seasons Trail. Come prepared with a towel and change of clothes. Ages 4 to 6 - $3 35246 Jun 29 F 10:30am to 11:15am

Licky Lizards Come and learn about different lizards. Listen to a lizard story and lizard craft. Meet at Medium Shelter. Ages 4 to 6 - $3 35336 Aug 10 F 10:30am to 11:15am

Red, White & Blue Come and learn about the American Flag. Listen to a story and make a flag of your own to take home. Meet at the Medium Shelter. Ages 4 to 6 - $3 35248 Jul 6 F 10:30am to 11:15am

Tall Trees

Creepy Crawlers

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Experience creepy crawlers like snakes and worms. Learn about where they come from and where they live. Dig in the ground and find one! Meet at Four Season Trail. Ages 4 to 6 - $3 35254 Jul 13 F 10:30am to 11:15am

Learn about different types. Enjoy a nature walk where we look the characteristics of various species of trees. Create a bird feeder to hang on your tree at home. Ages 4 to 6 - $3 35338 Aug 24 F 10:30am to 11:15am

Spiffy Spiders

Lovely Leaves

Read about spiders and enjoy craft related to spiders. Meet at the Medium Shelter. Ages 2 to 3 - $3 35255 Jul 16 M 10:30am to 11:15am

Read a story about fall & leaves. Do a craft related to leaves. Ages 2 to 3 - $3 35339 Aug 27 M 10:30am to 11:15am

Read a story about trees and do a craft related to trees. Meet at Four Seasons Trail. Ages 2 to 3 - $3 35337 Aug 20 M 10:30am to 11:15am

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Enjoy Stories, eat s'mores, and sing songs around a campfire with family and friends. Groups are welcome to attend, come early to get tickets to the Nature at Night Hayride immediately following the Campfire. No registration required. All Ages • FREE • McDowell Campground Fire Pit Every Friday May – September 35355 Jun 1 F 7:00pm to 8:00pm 35356 Jun 8 F 7:00pm to 8:00pm 35357 Jun 15 F 7:00pm to 8:00pm 35358 Jun 22 F 7:00pm to 8:00pm 35359 Jun 29 F 7:00pm to 8:00pm 35360 Jul 6 F 7:00pm to 8:00pm 35361 Jul 13 F 7:00pm to 8:00pm 35362 Jul 20 F 7:00pm to 8:00pm 35363 Jul 27 F 7:00pm to 8:00pm 35364 Aug 3 F 7:00pm to 8:00pm 35365 Aug10 F 7:00pm to 8:00pm 35366 Aug17 F 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Many programs require registration and have limited space available.

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Learn about spiders and spiderwebs. Go on a hike to see if we can find any spiderwebs. Meet at Medium Shelter. Ages 4 to 6 - $3 35256 Jul 20 F 10:30am to 11:15am

Family Campfire

To ensure that you can participate, please register by calling 311 or 704.336.7600. All programs require pre-registration unless otherwise noted. For more information, call McDowell Nature Center at 704.588.5224. You can also register online at www.parkandrec.com.

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Nature at Night Hayride Bring your family and experience McDowell Nature Preserve at night. Weather permitting we will venture into our Prairie in search of coyote, bobcat, deer, and owls while taking in the sights and sounds of the night. Limited seating available, preregister (15 spots) or come to the Family Campfire early to take advantage of first-come first-serve seating (min. 8 spots), contact McDowell Nature Center at 704-588-5224 for more information. All Ages - $1/person McDowell Campground Fire Pit Every Friday May – September 35369 Jun 1 F 8:15pm to 9:30pm 35370 Jun 8 F 8:15pm to 9:30pm 35371 Jun 15 F 8:15pm to 9:30pm 35373 Jun 22 F 8:15pm to 9:30pm 35374 Jun 29 F 8:15pm to 9:30pm 35375 Jul 6 F 8:15pm to 9:30pm 35376 Jul 13 F 8:15pm to 9:30pm 35377 Jul 20 F 8:15pm to 9:30pm 35378 Jul 27 F 8:15pm to 9:30pm 35379 Aug 3 F 8:15pm to 9:30pm 35380 Aug10 F 8:15pm to 9:30pm 35381 Aug17 F 8:15pm to 9:30pm 35382 Aug 24 F 8:15pm to 9:30pm 35383 Aug 31 F 8:15pm to 9:30pm

Messy by Nature Visit the Nature Center between 1 and 4 pm and enjoy a variety of messy crafts outside in our natural play area, including painting, pottery, mudpies and more. Dress to mess! No registration required. All Ages • FREE • Every Saturday May - September 35387 Jun 2 Sa 1:00pm to 4:00pm 35388 Jun 9 Sa 1:00pm to 4:00pm 35389 Jun 16 Sa 1:00pm to 4:00pm 35390 Jun 23 Sa 1:00pm to 4:00pm 35391 Jun 30 Sa 1:00pm to 4:00pm 35392 Jul 7 Sa 1:00pm to 4:00pm 35393 Jul 14 Sa 1:00pm to 4:00pm 35394 Jul 21 Sa 1:00pm to 4:00pm 35395 Jul 28 Sa 1:00pm to 4:00pm 35396 Aug 4 Sa 1:00pm to 4:00pm 35397 Aug 11 Sa 1:00pm to 4:00pm 35398 Aug 25 Sa 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Live Animal Talk What does a snake feel like? Can turtles trade shells? Discover these answers and more while you get up close to several resident animals of McDowell Nature Center, the Preserve, and possibly your backyard. No registration required. All Ages • FREE • Every Saturday and Sunday, May – September 35399 Jun 2 Sa 2:00pm to 2:30pm 35411 Jun 2 Sa 4:15pm to 4:45pm

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Lake Wylie Family Kayak Tour Paddle the border of the Carolinas with views of the Buster Boyd Bridge, Copperhead Island and more. All equipment and instruction provided. Children ages 5-9 are required to share a tandem kayak with an adult. Registration required. Ages 5 and older - $15/single, $20/tandem Every Saturday and Sunday, May – September Waterfront Deck Programming Area 35436 (single) Jun 2 Sa 9:00am to 11:00am 35475 (tandem) Jun 2 Sa 9:00am to 11:00am 35449 (single) Jun 3 Su 1:30pm to 3:30pm 35463 (tandem) Jun 3 Su 1:30pm to 3:30pm 35438 (single) Jun 9 Sa 9:00am to 11:00am 35464 (tandem) Jun 9 Sa 9:00am to 11:00am 35450 (single) Jun 10 Su 1:30pm to 3:30pm 35476 (tandem) Jun 10 Su 1:30pm to 3:30pm 35439 (single) Jun 16 Sa 9:00am to 11:00am 35465 (tandem) Jun 16 Sa 9:00am to 11:00am 35451 (single) Jun 17 Su 1:30pm to 3:30pm 35477 (tandem) Jun 17 Su 1:30pm to 3:30pm 35440 (single) Jun 23 Sa 9:00am to 11:00am 35466 (tandem) Jun 23 Sa 9:00am to 11:00am 35452 (single) Jun 24 Su 1:30pm to 3:30pm 35478 (tandem) Jun 24 Su 1:30pm to 3:30pm 35441 (single) Jun 30 Sa 9:00am to 11:00am

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Lake Wylie Sunset Kayak Tour Join us for a relaxing kayak tour. During this class we will learn the basics of flat water kayaking while watching the sunset over Lake Wylie. We will also learn some of the history of the lake including Buster Boyd Bridge which connects North Carolina to South Carolina. Ages 16 and older - $15/person Every Wednesday evening, May – September 35487 Jun 6 W 6:30pm to 8:30pm 35488 Jun 13 W 6:30pm to 8:30pm 35489 Jun 20 W 6:30pm to 8:30pm 35490 Jun 27 W 6:30pm to 8:30pm 35491 Jul 11 W 6:30pm to 8:30pm 35493 Jul 18 W 6:30pm to 8:30pm 35494 Jul 25 W 6:30pm to 8:30pm 35492 Aug 1 W 6:30pm to 8:30pm 35495 Aug 8 W 6:30pm to 8:30pm 35496 Aug 15 W 6:30pm to 8:30pm 35497 Aug 22 W 6:30pm to 8:30pm 35498 Aug 29 W 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Latta Plantation Nature Center 2012 Summer Programs & Activities 6211 Sample Road • Huntersville • 704.875.1391 Open Mon-Sat 9:00 am to 5:00pm, Sun 1:00pm to 5:00pm All programs meet at Latta Plantation Nature Center unless otherwise noted.

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1,351 acres 13 miles of hiking/horseback Nature Center & Gift Shop Carolina Raptor Center Latta Plantation Equestrian Center Historic Latta Plantation Segway Adventures Fishing Lakeview Picnicking Canoe and Kayak landing areas

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Hourly canoe rentals will be available at Latta Plantation Nature Preserve on Saturdays and Sundays. Call 704-875-1391 for details

National Trails Day at Latta – Lend a Helping Hand With over 16 miles of trails, keeping Latta Plantation Nature Preserve clean and well-kept can be quite the task! We invite groups, families, and individuals of all ages to lend a helping hand on National Trails Day. Anytime from 9am – 12pm, sign in at the registration tent and receive a trail to adopt for the day. Walk your trail, pick up litter and debris or do other light tasks. We’ll provide water and basic supplies. No pre-registration required. Waterfront Parking Lot All Ages • FREE • 35271 Jun 2 Sa 9:00am to 12:00pm

National Trails Day at Latta – Hike with a Naturalist Thanks to our gracious morning volunteers, our trails should be in awesome shape! Join one of our naturalists for a celebratory and informative hike along Latta’s trails. Learn about the history of the preserve and its flora and fauna. Terrain: Easy, 3-4 miles. Waterfront Parking Lot All Ages • FREE • 35272 Jun 2 Sa 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Fantastic Fish This is a chance for you to learn more about fish and go fishing all in the same day. First we will talk about why fish are unique and then we will go fishing on Mountain Island Lake. Waterfront Parking Lot Ages 5 to 12 - $3 35285 Jun 3 Su 2:00pm to 4:00pm 35293 Aug 26 Su 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Amphibian Night Hike Venture outside on a summer’s night and you will hear the calls and songs of many nocturnal critters. On this hike, we will focus on amphibians, searching for them under coverboards and learning to ID frogs by their calls. Terrain: Easy, 1.5-2 miles. Cowan’s Ford Wildlife Refuge Entrance Ages 8 and older - $4 35273 Jun 9 Sa 8:00pm to 9:30pm

Creepy Crawly Discovery Lots of creepy crawly creatures are out this time of year. Some we are not able to see without getting our hands dirty. Come learn about spiders, insects, and more as we go on a hunt for all things creepy and crawly.

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Grow Your Own Food Have you ever wanted to start a vegetable or herb garden but did not know how to build one or what to grow? This is your chance to learn all about how you can grow your own food and how to take care of your garden. Ages 15 and older - $4 35287 Jun 10 Su 3:00pm to 4:30pm

Slimy Worms Worms are all around us and are an important part of life. They help plants grow and are food for birds and other wildlife. Worms can also eat our leftovers and turn them into food for plants! Come learn about these amazing creatures in an up-close investigation. Ages 3 to 8 - $3 35288 Jun 17 Su 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Herptile Hunt Are you interested in all things slimy and scaly? Do you love snakes, toads and lizards? Join a naturalist as we hunt for herptiles (reptiles and amphibians) around the nature preserve. Ages 8 and older - $3/child, $4/adult 35289 Jun 17 Su 3:00pm to 4:30pm

Nature Exploration Hikes It’s a holiday weekend and there is no better way to spend it than getting outside and hiking! Join us for one of these free, guided hikes around the Treasure Tree Trail. You will learn about the different trees and animals in the forest and why they are important. Terrain: Easy, 1 mile. Horse Trailer Parking Lot All Ages • FREE • 35290 Jul 1 Su 1:00pm to 1:45pm Jul 1 Su 2:00pm to 2:45pm Jul 1 Su 3:00pm to 3:45pm

Full Moon Hike Experience the magic of hiking in the nature preserve guided by the light of the full moon. We will talk about animals that come out at night and maybe even catch glimpses of them on our hike! Terrain: Easy, 2-3 miles. Ages 12 and older - $4 35274 Jul 3 Tu 9:00pm to 10:30pm

Sunset Kayak Tour Come along with us for an evening paddle on Mountain Island Lake! We will set out just before sunset to enjoy the beauty and wonder of the nature preserve and return just after dark. If you have never been kayaking before, that’s no problem. We will teach you the basics of flatwater kayaking. All equipment provided. Please wear appropriate clothing, and bring water and snacks. Horse Trailer Overflow Parking Lot Ages 12 and older - $15/single kayak, $20/tandem kayak 35326 Jul 7 Sa 7:00pm to 9:00pm 35327 Aug 11 Sa 6:30pm to 8:30pm

Buzzing Bugs There are a multitude of insects flying around the garden including butterflies, bees, and dragonflies. Learn to identify some of these common insects, discover their habits, and practice your skills at catching them. Ages 6 and older - $3/child, $4/adult 35291 Jul 8 Su 2:00pm to 3:30pm

Paddle and Picnic Pack up the family and a picnic lunch and get close to nature as we discover Mountain Island Lake! We will paddle 1-2 miles around the lake, take a break for lunch and complete our journey with more exciting water exploration. All equipment provided. Please wear appropriate clothing, and bring water and a picnic lunch. Horse Trailer Overflow Parking Lot Ages 12 and older $15/single kayak, $20/tandem kayak Ages 5 to 11 with adult - $20/tandem kayak 35328 Jul 28 Sa 11:00am to 1:30pm

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more information or to register call Latta Plantation Nature Center. Check out Latta Plantation Nature Center on Facebook for upcoming events and pictures of events and wildlife.

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Latta Plantation: Programs & Activities Picnic & Play: Life in a Lake Pack a picnic lunch and join us as we discover the critters that live in Mountain Island Lake. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t be afraid to get wet as we search for insects and more using aquatic nets! Clothes and shoes that can get wet should be worn, but swimsuits are not necessary as swimming is not allowed in the preserve. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Terrain: Easy, 1-2 miles. Buzzard Rock Parking Lot Ages 5 to 12 - $3 35277 Aug 4 Sa 11:00am to 12:30pm

Wild Edibles and Medicinal Plants Hike Animals are not the only ones who can benefit from plants of the forest! Humans have always had a connection with edible and medicinal plants and we still depend on many of them for our health and well-being. Join us for a short hike to learn about some that grow here in Mecklenburg County. Terrain: Easy, 2-3 miles. Ages 10 and older - $4 35292 Aug 19 Su 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Art by Nature There are lots of crafts that can be made using only what nature (and our recycling bin!) provides. Be prepared to get messy as we search the garden for crafty supplies, make our own ink and paper, and let our imaginations soar! Children must be accompanied by an adult. Ages 6 and older - $3 35284 Aug 25 Sa 1:00pm to 2:30pm

Segway Adventure Tour Basic Birding This class is ideal for novice birders or even those that have never birdwatched before. You will learn how to use binoculars, field guides, and checklists and how to identify some common bird species, all while strolling through Latta in the peaceful early morning. Terrain: Easy, 2-3 miles. Ages 18 and older - $3 35283 Aug 25 Sa 7:30am to 9:30am

Kayak and Segway Adventure Day Join us for a full day of outdoor adventure! Explore Latta Plantation Nature Preserve by land and water. Your adventure starts with the Segway Adventure Tour and catered lunch, followed by the Mountain Island Lake Kayak Tour in the afternoon. All equipment provided. Segway Building at Waterfront Parking Lot Ages 18 and older - $55 35318 Aug 25 Sa 9:00am to 3:00pm

Join one of our Outdoor Adventure Specialists and explore Latta Plantation Nature Preserve on an allterrain Segway! See nature like never before and discover the rich history of the James Latta family and the William Sample family. Highlights include the Shady and Catawba Trails, Buzzard Rock Overlook, and beautiful views of Mountain Island Lake. Call for details and rider restrictions. Segway Building at Waterfront Parking Lot Ages 18 and older - $35 35298 Jun 2 Sa 9:00am to 12:00pm 35299 Jun 2 Sa 2:00pm to 5:00pm 35300 Jun 3 Su 9:00am to 12:00pm 35301 Jun 3 Su 2:00pm to 5:00pm 35302 Jun 16 Sa 9:00am to 12:00pm 35303 Jun 16 Sa 2:00pm to 5:00pm 35304 Jun 17 Su 9:00am to 12:00pm 35305 Jun 17 Su 2:00pm to 5:00pm 35306 Jul 7 Sa 9:00am to 12:00pm 35307 Jul 7 Sa 2:00pm to 5:00pm 35308 Jul 8 Su 9:00am to 12:00pm 35309 Jul 8 Su 2:00pm to 5:00pm 35310 Jul 21 Sa 9:00am to 12:00pm

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Mountain Island Lake Kayak Tour Join us as we paddle on Mountain Island Lake, the oldest lake in the Charlotte area. Learn the basics of flatwater kayaking and then enjoy a guided tour of the lake. Discover its history, significance, and what you can do to help protect it. All equipment provided. Please wear appropriate clothing, and bring water and snacks. Horse Trailer Overflow Parking Lot Ages 12 and older - $15/single kayak Ages 5 to 11 with adult - $20/tandem kayak 35320 Jun 2 Sa 9:00am to 11:00am 35321 Jun 2 Sa 12:00pm to 2:00pm 35322 Jun 3 Su 1:00pm to 3:00pm 35323 Jul 7 Sa 4:00pm to 6:00pm 35324 Jul 28 Sa 8:00am to 10:00am 35324 Aug 11 Sa 3:30pm to 5:30pm

Reedy Creek Nature Center 2012 Summer Programs & Activities 2900 Rocky River Road • Charlotte • 704.432.6459 Open Mon-Sat 9:00 am to 5:00pm, Sun 1:00pm to 5:00pm All programs meet at Reedy Creek Nature Center unless otherwise noted.

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737 acres 10 miles of hiking trails Nature Center & Gift Shop Historic Robinson Rock House Disc Golf Numerous Picnic Shelters Fishing Dog Park

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Reedy Creek: Programs & Activities Hike for Your Health

Orienteering Basics

Get outside, get moving, get healthy! Fresh air, sunshine, beautiful surroundings and wonderful people are included! This is a medium to fast pace walk. Ages 12 and older • FREE • Every Tuesday 5:00pm to 6:00pm

The compass is said to date back to 1st century B.C. and is a very important tool for naturalists, seaman, hikers, and more. Come learn how to find your way using this ancient. This program will meet at Ribbonwalk Nature Preserve. Ages 7 and older • FREE • 35220 Jun 18 M 2:00pm to 3:30pm

Yoga in the Preserve Slow down and breathe while surrounded by the sights and sounds of nature. This is a gentle vinyasa style class. No experience needed. Ages 16 and older - $8/drop-in or $25/4 class pass 35205 Every Tuesday 6:15pm to 7:15pm

National Trail Day National Trails Day® is a celebration of trails! The day will start off doing trail work at Reedy Creek followed by a guided nature walk to enjoy our hard work and celebrate! Ages 8 and up • FREE • 35208 Jun 2 Sa 10:00am to 12:30pm

Nature Story Corner Settle in and get comfortable as we read a variety of nature stories. Some stories will include puppets and audience interactions as we learn about the natural wonders of the world. After the story we will go on a short hike to explore the story’s topic. Ages 4 to 9 • FREE • 35209 Jun 7 Th 1:00pm to 2:00pm 35210 Jun 21 Th 1:00pm to 2:00pm 35211 Jul 5 Th 1:00pm to 2:00pm 35212 Aug 2 Th 1:00pm to 2:00pm 35213 Aug 16 Th 1:00pm to 2:00pm 35214 Aug 30 Th 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Hikes for Tykes Club

Paper Making Come and learn how to make your own paper! We will be repurposing old paper into brand new paper that can be used for note cards and letters. Fun for all ages! All ages • FREE • 35217 Jun 10 Su 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Nature Detectives Evening Stroll Explore the preserve under the guidance of a naturalist as we hike the trails of Reedy Creek Nature Preserve looking for clues of life in the preserve. Participants must be able to hike 2 – 3 miles on uneven terrain. Ages 5 and older • FREE • 35218 Jun 14 Th 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Gardening for Wildlife Native flora and fauna are very important to balance our habitat, they will take care of mosquitoes, gnats, mice and other pests around your house. You just need to provide them with the right place to live. Ages 14 and older • FREE • 35332 Jun 14 Sa 10:00am to 11:00am

Full Moon Hike Let the full moon guide us on our journey into the forest and we discover what awakens from their daytime sleep. We will learn about these nocturnal activities, the moon, and the stories of the heavens. Limited to 25 participants. Ages 8 and older • FREE • 35215 Jun 8 F 8:00pm to 9:15pm

Not so Scary Snakes Think snakes are yucky and slimy? Many myths make people fear rather than respect these beautiful and mysterious creatures. You will discover why snakes are beneficial for the environment, and you can even meet a snake! All Ages • FREE • 35219 Jun 17 Su 1:30pm to 2:30pm

Bizarre Birds Did you know the Peregrine Falcon can fly over 200 miles per hour? Or that bower birds decorate their nest with fancy objects to attract a mate? Come learn some fun facts about strange bird behaviors, calls, colors and more! Ages 8 and older • FREE • 35216 Jun 9 Sa 10:00am to 11:00am

Join for this four part series about all the little things in nature. Each program will explore something new and exciting about nature by using stories, arts and crafts, hands-on observation, and more, followed by a hike. Parents must stay with their children. Ages 3 to 6 - $3 35221 Jun 19 Tu 10:00am to 11:30am 35222 Jun 26 Tu 10:00am to 11:30am 35223 Jul 10 Tu 10:00am to 11:30am 35224 Jul 31 Tu 10:00am to 11:30am 35225 Aug 14 Tu 10:00am to 11:30am 35226 Aug 21 Tu 10:00am to 11:30am

Survival 101 Have you ever thought about if you could survive in the wilderness with limited supplies? If so, join us for a basic class on survival. We will go over the necessities to bring on any hike, play games, and discuss what surviving really means. Ages 8 and older • FREE • 35227 Jun 22 F 11:00am to 12:00pm

Morning Walk in the Woods Enjoy a hike through the preserve in the cool morning with a naturalist. Look for wildflowers and animals out and about. Be prepared to walk 2 – 3 miles on uneven terrain. Ages 6 and older • FREE • 35228 Jun 23 Sa 9:00am to 11:00am

Seeing Nature with a Digital Camera Use your digital camera to see nature in a new way. This is not a photography class, but a new way to explore nature. Bring your camera and laptop if you have one. Ages 12 and older • FREE • 35229 Jun 23 Sa 2:00pm to 4:00pm

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Many programs require registration and have limited space available. To ensure that you can participate, please register by calling 311 or 704.336.7600. All programs require pre-registration unless otherwise noted. For more information, call Reedy Creek Nature Center at 704.432.6459. You can also register online at www.parkandrec.com.

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Reedy Creek: Programs & Activities FBI: Investigating Decomposition

Fantastical Fireflies

Join us to discover nature’s FBI (Fungi, Bacteria and Insects). We will be getting our hands dirty as we investigate this important natural recycling system. This family friendly program will begin with a story and then we will grab our detective gear and head out to the woods to explore. All ages • FREE • 35230 Jun 24 Su 2:00pm to3:00pm

Discover nature’s light show with a peak into the life of our local fireflies. We will begin in the classroom with a short introduction to the natural history of this unique creature and then head outside. Be prepared to walk 1 – 2 miles on uneven terrain as we look for these beautiful flashes of light/life. All ages • FREE • 35235 Jul 5 Th 7:30 to 8:30 pm

Specimen of the Day: Skins, Skulls, and More

Survival: Building a Shelter

A naturalist is one who keenly observes natural objects to uncover mysteries and learn about their surroundings. Join one of our naturalists as we delve into the animal kingdom and identify different specimens using clues and field guides. A short hike will follow discover what may lie on the trails. Ages 6 and older• FREE • 35231 Jun 28 Th 2:00pm to 3:30pm

You find yourself in the woods with limited or no supplies and it is getting dark. You’ll need to find a place to sleep for the night, but how do you build a shelter? Come find out how to build different shelters that will protect you from weather and keep you warm. Limited to 25 participants. Ages 8 and older • FREE • 35236 Jul 7 Sa 11:00am to 12:30pm

A Musical Evening by the Fire

Pond Exploration at RibbonWalk Nature Preserve

Join us as we come together around the fire to listen to the talents of a local musician. This promises to be a fun filled evening of laughter, sharing and marshmallows! All ages • FREE • 35232 Jun 28 Th 6:00pm to8:00pm

RibbonWalk Nature Preserve is home to 3 ponds teaming with life. Explore these habitats as we get our feet wet uncovering life in a pond. Please bring or wear shoes that can get wet and muddy! All ages • FREE • 35238 Jul 7 Sa 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Classic Frog Stomp Join on this wet and wild trip and we search for the elusive and always camouflaged amphibians of Reedy Creek. Dress to get wet as we learn about these creatures and they try our hand at frog catching! Ages 6 and older • FREE • 35233 Jun 30 Sa 10:00am to 11:30am

Biodiversity Hike: Cumberland Knob Recreation Area

Pond Cleanup Reedy Creek Nature Preserve provides homes for hundreds of animal species. Help clean up Dragonfly and Kingfisher Pond to protect these precious habitats! Use your skills to help out in your own community. Ages 12 and older • FREE • 35239 Jul 8 Su 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Birding Basics

Join us for a summer hike at the place where the Blue Ridge Parkway began. We will be exploring several trails in the area hiking along streams and taking in delightful mountain views. Be prepared to hike 5 – 8 miles with some parts of the trails being very strenuous! Ages 16 and older - $12 35234 Jun 30 Sa 8:00am to 7:00pm

Come learn about the different backyard birds and ways to identify them. We will go over tools that birders use, field guide us and then go out for a hike trying to identify as man birds as we can. Ages 6 and older • FREE • 35241 Jul 9 M 10:30am to 12:00pm

Hike for Your Health

Children’s literature is the gateway to a child’s imagination and is under utilized today’s society. Learn how to bring these books to life in the eye’s of a child, which ones to select, and how to create a great learning adventure for your little one or your students. 17 and older • FREE • 35242 Jul 10 Tu 1:00pm to 2:00pm

The Importance of Children’s Literature

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Tracking Who left that footprint? What kind of scat is that? What made that hole? Come discover how to understand the clues left behind from animals. We will play some games, make a plaster cast, and hike the trails looking for tracks of animals. Ages 6 and older • FREE • 35243 Jul 11 W 1:00pm to 2:30pm

Stream Search Come prepared to get wet and muddy and we discover what lives under that rock and in the mud in Reedy Creek’s stream. We will use hand nets to try and capture these creatures and identify them. How many fish or insects can you catch? All Ages • FREE • 35247 Jul 12 Th 2:00pm to 3:30pm

Intro to Kayaking For beginners or kayakers that need a refresher join a ACA certified instructor and learn the proper skills and techniques to maneuver around in North Carolina waterways. All equipment is included. Limited to five participants. Ages 13 and older - $10 35249 Jul 14 Sa 10:00am to 12:00pm 35251 Jul 14 Sa 1:00pm to 3:00pm 35252 Aug 1 W 10:00am to 12:00pm 35253 Aug 1 W 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Box Turtle Basics Come out and learn more about North Carolina’s state reptile, the Eastern Box Turtle, and meet our resident turtle! We will begin in the classroom with a presentation on the natural history of these wonderful creatures. We will then head out for a short hike in hopes of seeing a wild individual. All ages • FREE • 35260 Jul 15 Su 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Campfire Stories Enjoy an evening in the woods around the campfire with nature stories read by the fire. Families welcome. All ages • FREE • 35261 Jul 20 F 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Reedy Creek: Programs & Activities Summer Kayak on Mountain Island Lake Discover the natural history of Mountain Island Lake while kayaking. We will paddle along the shoreline during this 2 hour trip. Transportation is provided from Reedy Creek Nature Center. Ages 16 and older - $15 35262 Jul 19 Th 6:00pm to 9:00pm

History of the Preserve How did the Reedy Creek Preserve come about? Who built the 18th century house on the property? Learn the history of the preserve and surrounding area and hike to the Robinson Rockhouse ruins, a mile and a half hike on uneven terrain. Ages 6 and older • FREE • 35263 Jul 21 Sa 9:00am to 11:00am

Get Batty Come float along one of the lakes in Reedy Creek as we learn about this tiny flying mammals and observe their feeding frenzy. Prior kayaking skills mandatory. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Limited to 6 participants. Ages 8 and older • FREE • 35268 Aug 3 F 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Fungus, Lichen and Slime….oh my! (at RibbonWalk Nature Preserve)

Hummingbird Festival Calling all bird lovers! Come celebrate the Ruby-throated Hummingbird – one of the fastest and prettiest birds - at Reedy Creek Nature Center’s day long event. All ages will enjoy crafts, nature walks, exhibits, and story telling as well as special bird banding demonstrations by ornithologists. The race is on for their great migration south for the winter so you don’t want to miss this last chance glance at these amazing creatures. The event is free, however, donations are appreciated. Rain or shine. Call 704432-6460 for more information. All Ages • FREE • 35296 Aug 18 Sa 10:00am to 4:00pm

Joh Muir Inspired Walk

Enter another world as we discover the variety of fungus, lichen and slime in our preserves. Be prepare to hike 2 – 3 miles on uneven terrain. All ages • FREE • 35278 Aug 4 Sa 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Join a naturalist as we walk the woods like John Muir once did. As we travel down the path we will learn the history and the importance of John Muir while exploring what surrounds us. Must be able to walk 2-3 miles at a moderate pace. Ages 8 and older • FREE • 35297 Aug 22 W 3:30pm to 5:00pm

Timeline History Hike

End of summer Evening Hike

Come and learn how to make your own natural cleaning products. These cleaning products will be nontoxic and made from common household items! 12 and older - $2 35265 Jul 28 Sa 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Starting on 2012 at the nature center we will hike back in time to the 1800’s when the Robinson Rock House was built. We will travel through all the changes that the landscape at Reedy Creek has seen. All ages • FREE • 35279 Aug 5 Su 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Join a naturalist for an end of summer evening hike through the trails of Reedy Creek. Be prepared to hike 3 – 3 ½ miles on uneven terrain. All ages • FREE • 35319 Aug 23 Th 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Buzzy, Buzzy Bees

Raptors Rule!

Pretend to be a bee as you pollinate the tree blossoms in this fun game. Find out about all kinds of bees and why they are so important to our farms. 5 and older • FREE • 35266 Jul 29 Su 2:00pm to 3:00pm

What is a raptor? These majestic birds of prey have unique adaptations that make them excellent and stealthy hunters. We’ll end with a hike to learn why these birds are rulers of the sky! Ages 8 and older • FREE • 35280 Aug 11 Sa 10:00am to 12:00pm

This month we are going to give our hiking feet a break and take a trip on a tube down the Green River in Saluda, NC. No previous experience is required. This will be a leisurely float of about 6 miles. If time permits we may take a very short hike. Ages 16 and older - $20 35329 Aug 25 Sa 8:00am to 7:00pm

Poisonous Plants and Animals of NC

Butterflies and Allies

Root, Root for Life! Ready to unearth some facts about roots? Learn some cool things about roots and what they do for us. Look at some “root foods” that you may not have tried before. All ages • FREE • 35264 Jul 21 Sa 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Eco-friendly Cleaning Products

Come learn about these often misunderstood and unappreciated plants and animals. We will talk about the benefits of these living things and how navigate safely in the woods to avoid these plants and animals. A short hike will follow to identify poisonous plants. Ages 6 and up • FREE • 35267 Jul 30 M 2:00pm to 3:00pm

Hike for Your Health Get outside, get moving, get healthy! Fresh air, sunshine, beautiful surroundings and wonderful people are included! This is a medium to fast pace walk. Ages 12 and older • FREE • Every Tuesday 5:00pm to 6:00pm

Butterflies and their relatives love the warm weather. Learn about the different kinds of butterflies in the preserve and go for a butterfly hunt. All ages • FREE • 35294 Aug 12 Su 2:00pm to 4:00pm

Dragons of the Sky Join us as we learn about these fascinating insects that fly zip around the grasses feeding on unsuspecting prey. We will then go out for a hike trying our hand at catching and identifying the dragonflies and other insects we find. All Ages • FREE • 35295 Aug 13 M 2:00pm to 3:00pm

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Biodiversity Hike: Green River Tubing

Survival: Making Fire Fire is one of the most important things in a survival situation. It provides protection, light, warmth, and cooking ability. Come learn how to make a fire safely using different techniques. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Limited to 20 participants. Ages 8 and older • FREE • 35330 Aug 25 Sa 11:00am to 12:30pm

Buggy Blacklights Set and watch the insect blacklights with a naturalist to see what comes out in the dark! Try to identify as many insects as we can. Who knows what strange insects we may see! Ages 10 and older • FREE • 35331 Aug 31 F 7:00pm to 9:00pm

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PRESCHOOL NATURE Insect Mania! What has six legs, three body parts, and can be found just about everywhere you look? Insects! Bring your child out to discover insects as we investigate different areas of the nature preserve including the forest, gardens, streams, and meadows. Each day will be packed full with fun activities, crafts, stories, and much more! For more information contact Mcdowell Nature Center at 704-588-5224. Ages 4 to 6 $75 McDowell Nature Center 31371 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm 31372 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 1:00pm to 4:00pm FULL Aug 13-Aug 17 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm 31374 Aug 13-Aug 17 M-F 1:00pm to 4:00pm

L.A.N.D. Camp (Learning About Nature through Discovery) Bring your child outside to discover the wonders of nature as we investigate different areas of the preserve including the forest, gardens and meadows. This exciting camp will be packed full with fun activities, crafts, stories, and much more! Ages 4 to 6 $75 Reedy Creek Nature Center 31170 Jun 11-Jun 15 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm 31182 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm

L.A.N.D. Camp: Animal Olympics Michael Phelps, who? At 68mph, Sailfish are 15x faster than this famous Olympic swimmer! There are amazing animals all over the world that can run, swim, and jump better than the best athletes. Each day campers will investigate a new ‘Animal Olympian’ with games, crafts, and more! Ages 4 to 6 $75 Latta Plantation Nature Center FULL Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm 30830 Jul 2-Jul 6 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm FULL Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm

L.A.N.D. Camp: Tree Soup What are the ‘ingredients’ for a tree? Just like us, these forest giants need specific things to grow and thrive. Through handson activities, crafts, and more, campers will investigate the stages in a tree’s life and learn the ‘ingredients’ for tree soup. They will also learn to identify a different tree species each day. Ages 4 to 6 $75 Latta Plantation Nature Center 30825 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm 30826 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm 30827 Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm 30828 Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm

SPECIALTY Mad Science Summer Camp PreSchool Have your little ones become mini science experts for the week. They will have fun learning through arts and crafts, games, and activities. For more information, contact Kimberly.Golden@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4934 Ages 4 to 6 $110 Berewick Recreation Center Creature Features 32676 Jun 11-Jun 15 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm Earth Explorations 32680 Jun 11-Jun 15 M-F 1:00pm to 4:00pm

SPORTS Shorty Sporty Camp Participants will learn basic motor skills and sports skills in this half day camp. For more information, contact ElonRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.540.2426 Ages 3 to 5 $40 Elon Recreation Center 33171 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm 33173 Jul 9–Jul 13 M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm 33174 Jul 23–Jul 27 M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm 33175 Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm 33176 Aug 13-Aug17 M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm

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ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 4-H Motorsports Day Camp Participants in the one-week day camp will experience the life of a pit crew as they design, update and race radio-controlled cars. Using specific math, engineering and technology skills, the campers will solve real-life racing problems. We will also visit local racing shops and the Nascar Hall of Fame. Ages 6 to 11 $75 Tom Sykes Recreation Center 32415 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm 32416 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm 32417 Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm Elon Recreation Center 33168 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm 33167 Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm

Solar Camp This camp has two projects, the first being “Solar Energy: Racing with the Sun”: This project introduces kids to ways in which solar panels can be used to generate electricity to power a car. The second project will be “Solar Energy: Cooking with the Sun”: This project introduces students to solar thermal energy and how to utilize that energy. Ages 8 to 12 $75 Tom Sykes Recreation Center 32420 Aug 20-Aug 24 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm Elon Recreation Center 33170 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm

AQUATICS Camp Cannonball Beat the heat and make a splash with any session of Camp Cannonball! Fun includes water games, crafts, field trips and loads of swimming! For more information email Calvin.Covington@mecklenburgcountync.gov or call 704-432-1140. Ages 6 to 12 $175 /$150 Ray’s Splash Planet 33135 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 7:30am to 6:00pm 33136 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 7:30am to 6:00pm 33137 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 7:30am to 6:00pm 33138 Aug 13-Aug 17 M-F 7:30am to 6:00pm

Camp Neptune Charlotte’s original swim camp. Activities include wakeboarding, water polo, snorkeling and field trips to water parks. Swim tests are available. Must be able to swim in 200 yards in deep water independently. For more information, contact Matthew.Jakubowski@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or call 704.336.3483. Ages 8 to 13 $175 /$150 Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center 33139 Jun 11-Jun 15 M-F 7:30am to 6:00pm 33140 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 7:30am to 6:00pm 33141 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 7:30am to 6:00pm 33142 Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 7:30am to 6:00pm

NATURE Adventure Camp Let nature guide you on a fun filled week of adventure and discovery in the great outdoors! You can look forward to kayaking, hiking, geocaching and more. This camp will be spending one night camping, leaving on Thursday morning and returning on Friday. Ages 10 to 12 $160 Reedy Creek Nature Center 31184 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

Adventure Camp at Wallace Pruitt Recreation Center Kayaking, fishing, hiking and fire building are just a few of the outdoor adventures that campers will participate in as they discover nature while visiting local nature preserves and state parks. Campers will get up close with local wildlife, create works of art, and have lots of fun while learning new skills and developing confidence in the outdoors. Interest in nature and outdoor recreation starts at an early age, sign your camper up today! Ages 10 to 12 $45 Wallace Pruitt Recreation Center 31221 Jul 23 - Jul 27 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

Ecowonders Come explore the wonders of the Nature Preserve! we will go hiking letter boxing, fishing and canoeing while experiencing all that is wild and wonderful. Ages 7 to 9 $150 FULL Reedy Creek Nature Center 31187 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

Explorers Camp Put on your explorers’ cap and get ready for some adventure. We will spend our time discovering the many adventures that nature has to offer. Wading through creeks, geocaching and canoeing are just a few examples of the fun that awaits you! Ages 7 to 9 $150 FULL Reedy Creek Nature Center 31183 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

Outdoor Adventure Camp Campers will explore Latta Plantation Nature Preserve as they have never done before! Canoeing, fishing, geocaching, shelter building and hiking are just some of the fun activities we will enjoy during this weeklong day camp. This camp will culminate with a field trip adventure to Crowder’s Mountain State Park. Ages 7 to 10 $150 Latta Plantation Nature Center FULL Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 9:00am to 3:00pm FULL Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 9:00am to 3:00pm FULL Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 9:00am to 3:00pm

Outdoor Explorers Camp 2012 Summer is a great time to spend time outdoors in nature enjoying outdoor recreation! Let your child spend a week exploring the nature around them through kayaking, fishing, hiking and other outdoor recreation opportunities. As always animal encounters, crafts, games, and lots of fun are included. For more information contact McDowell Nature Center at 704-588-5224. Ages 7 to 9 $160 McDowell Nature Center FULL Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm FULL Jul 2-Jul 6 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm 33297 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm FULL Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm FULL Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

Outdoor Explorers Camp at Methodist Home Kayaking, fishing, hiking and fire building are just a few of the outdoor adventures that campers will participate in as they discover nature while visiting local nature preserves and state parks. Campers will get up close with local wildlife, create works of art, and have lots of fun while learning new skills and developing confidence in the outdoors. Interest in nature and outdoor recreation starts at an early age, sign your camper up today! Ages 7 to 9 $45 Methodist Home Recreation Center 31215 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm 31216 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm 31217 Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

Outdoor Explorers Camp at Sugaw Creek Kayaking, fishing, hiking and fire building are just a few of the outdoor adventures that campers will participate in as they discover nature while visiting local nature preserves and state parks. Campers will get up close with local wildlife, create works of art, and have lots of fun while learning new skills and developing confidence in the outdoors. Interest in nature and outdoor recreation starts at an early age, sign your camper up today! Ages 7 to 9 $45 Sugaw Creek Recreation Center 31218 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm 31219 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

Recreation Centers, School Recreation Sites, Nature Centers address and phone numbers see pages 5, 27-28

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Outdoor Explorers Camp at Tuckaseegee Rec Center Kayaking, fishing, hiking and fire building are just a few of the outdoor adventures that campers will participate in as they discover nature while visiting local nature preserves and state parks. Campers will get up close with local wildlife, create works of art, and have lots of fun while learning new skills and developing confidence in the outdoors. Interest in nature and outdoor recreation starts at an early age, sign your camper up today! Ages 7 to 9 $45 Tuckaseegee Recreation Center 31212 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm 31213 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

Outdoor Explorers Camp at Wallace Pruitt Kayaking, fishing, hiking and hayrides are just a few of the outdoor adventures that campers will participate in as they discover nature while visiting local nature preserves and state parks. Campers will get up close with local wildlife, create works of art, and have lots of fun while learning new skills and developing confidence in the outdoors. Interest in nature and outdoor recreation starts at an early age, sign your camper up today! Ages 7 to 9 $45 Wallace Pruitt Recreation Center 31203 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm 31205 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm 31208 Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

The Great Outdoors There are so many fun activities outdoors like hiking, paddling on a lake, outdoor cooking and much more that you will not miss being inside. We will provide all the gear and fun for a full week of outdoor adventures. Ages 7 to 9 $150 FULL Reedy Creek Nature Center 31189 Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

Young Explorers Camp Not sure if your child is ready for a full day at camp? Then this half-day version of our everpopular Outdoor Adventure Camp is just what youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re searching for! Each day will focus on a different outdoor recreation activity. Campers will explore the nature preserve by going canoeing, using a map and compass, hunting for hidden treasure, and more. Ages 6 to 7 $75 Latta Plantation Nature Center FULL Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm FULL Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 2:00pm to 5:00pm 30834 Aug 13-Aug 17 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm 30835 Aug 13-Aug 17 M-F 2:00pm to 5:00pm

SPECIALTY Summer Fun with Progressive Church Fun activities and games for the kids of Camp Trinity! Lots of exercise and gym activities. Registration fee of $20. For more information, contact Precious Mack at 704.376.3819 Ages 5 to 17 $35 Arbor Glen Outreach Center 34696 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 7:00am to 5:30pm 34697 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 7:00am to 5:30pm 34698 Jul 2-Jul 6 M-F 7:00am to 5:30pm 34699 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 7:00am to 5:30pm 34700 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 7:00am to 5:30pm 34701 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 7:00am to 5:30pm 34702 Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 7:00am to 5:30pm 34703 Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 7:00am to 5:30pm 34704 Aug 13-Aug 17 M-F 7:00am to 5:30pm

Backyard Games Camp Our favorite childhood games, hopscotch, jump ropes, kickball, and more! This camp focuses on cardiovascular exercise and sportsmanship lessons. For more information please contact Kimberly.Golden@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4934 Ages 4 to 8 $160 Berewick Recreation Center 32588 Aug 13-Aug 17 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm

Princess Dance Camp Let your child express their inner princess through creative movement, ballet, and dramatic play. Princess themed activities will set the stage for a fun and imaginative camp. For more information, contact Kimberly.Golden@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4934 Ages 4 to 8 $160 Berewick Recreation Center 32589 Jun 11-Jun 15 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm

Mad Science: Secret Agent Lab Camp Step into the shoes of a detective and become a spy. Kids uncover the science involved in evidence gathering and analysis, from decoding messages to metal detectors and night vision. Campers will check out all sorts of spy equipment. For more information, contact Kimberly.Golden@ MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4934 Ages 6 to 11 $190 Berewick Recreation Center 32674 Aug 13-Aug 17 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm Winget School Recreation Site 32671 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

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Mad Science: Steam Camp Science, technology, engineering, art, and math are all explored in this exciting camp. Kids will have fun problem solving and designing solutions to engineering challenges such as pulleys, catapults, levers and more. For more information, contact Kimberly.Golden@ MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4934 Ages 6 to 11 $190 Winget School Recreation Site 32670 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 1:00pm to 4:00pm

Mad Science: Crazy Chemworks Camp This camp explores crazy concoctions and awe inspiring chemical combinations in a safe environment. The kids will experiment with supersticky-stuff, explore glow-in-the-dark technology, make slime and grow crystals. For more information, contact Kimberly.Golden@ MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4934 Ages 6 to 11 $190 Winget School Recreation Site 32672 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm

SK8-A-Million This program is designed to teach participants the basic techniques of skating in order to enhance their freestyle skills. For more information, contact AlbemarleRoadRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCo untyNC.gov or 704.567.1941. Ages 13 to 17 $45 Albemarle Road Recreation Center 33042 Jul 9 M 10:00am to 1:00pm 33043 Jul 16 M 10:00am to 1:00pm

SPORTS Charlotte Cheer Elite This camp is designed to introduce young ladies to the fundamentals of cheerleading in an exciting, encouraging, and safe environment! Campers will have the opportunity to bond with others who share the same desire to learn and master the cheer sport while in addition participating in afternoon group activity and discussions on positive choices, peer pressure, and building self esteem. For more information please contact AlbemarleRoadRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCo untyNC.gov or 704.567.1941. Ages 8 to 12 35037 Jun 11- Jun 15 M-F 9:00am-5:00pm

Basketball & Beyond Skills Camp Open to boys and girls. All camp participants will learn skills and drills along with game situations and individual skills competitions. Advanced registration required. For more information, contact IvoryBakerRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCounty NC.gov or 704.432.4580 Ages 8 to 13 $45 Ivory Baker Recreation Center 32257 Jun 11-Jun 15 M-F 9:30am to 5:30pm

Call Your Shot Basketball Camp

32958 Jul 9-Jul 13

Summer Basketball Camp emphasizes individual skills, basic fundamentals, and team play in a positive coaching environment. For more information contact Clarence.Johnson4@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.504.5433. Summer Basketball Camp Ages 8 to 11 $25 Martin Luther King School Recreation Site 32969 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm Winget School Recreation Site 32668 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm

Europe 32959 Jul 16-Jul 20

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

32909 Jul 23-Jul 27 32910 Jul 30-Aug 3 32911 Aug 6-Aug 10

M-F M-F M-F

8:30am to 5:30pm 8:30am to 5:30pm 8:30am to 5:30pm

Australia 32960 Jul 23-Jul 27

Antacrtica 32961 Jul 30-Aug 3

Oceans 32962 Aug 6-Aug 10

Hickory Grove Recreation Center

Africa 32947 Jun 18-Jun 22

Wallace Pruitt Recreation Center 32895 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 8:30am to 5:30pm 32896 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 8:30am to 5:30pm 32897 Jul 2-Jul 6 M,Tu,Th,F 8:30am to 5:30pm 32898 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 8:30am to 5:30pm 32900 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 8:30am to 5:30pm 32901 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 8:30am to 5:30pm 32902 Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 8:30am to 5:30pm 32903 Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 8:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

TEEN

32949 Jul 2-Jul 6 M,Tu,Th,F

7:30am to 5:30pm

4-H

Asia Sports Camp

32948 Jun 25-Jun 29

Revolution Park Sports Academy Sports Camp will enhance children’s knowledge and development of non-traditional and traditional sports. Choose a specialty sport(s) each week designed for beginners, intermediate, and advance participants(no experience necessary). Ages 9 to 10 $65 Revolution Park Sports Academy

North America

Baseball/Softball

Antarctica

33147 Jun 18-Jun 22

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

Boxing 33148 Jun 25-Jun 29

South America 32950 Jul 9-Jul 13

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

Europe 32951 Jul 16-Jul 20

Australia 32952 Jul 23-Jul 27 32953 Jul 30-Aug 3

Oceans M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

32954 Aug 6-Aug 10

Soccer 33149 Jul 2-Jul 6 M,Tu,Th,F

7:30am to 5:30pm

Football 33150 Jul 9-Jul 13

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

Wrestling 33155 Jul 16-Jul 20

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

32940 Jun 25-Jun 29

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

32941 Jul 2-Jul 6 M,Tu,Th,F

7:30am to 5:30pm

South America M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

Track & Field 33154 Aug 6-Aug 10

M-F

North America

Golf 33153 Jul 30-Aug 3

32939 Jun 18-Jun 22

Asia

Basketball/Volleyball 33152 Jul 23-Jul 27

Mallard Creek Recreation Center

Africa

32942 Jul 9-Jul 13

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

Europe 32943 Jul 16-Jul 20

Australia 32944 Jul 23-Jul 27

Antarctica

TRADITIONAL 360° of PLAY - World Adventures A traditional day camp for children in elementary school (Participants should have completed Kindergarten. Travel with us as we explore the culture, food, and everyday customs of people around the world through games, 4-H enrichment activities, outdoor play and nature activities, fitness, field trips, swimming, arts and crafts and guest speakers. For more information, contact SummerCamps@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov. Camps will be closed on Wednesday, July 4. Ages 6 to 11 $70 Berewick Recreation Center

Africa 32955 Jun 18-Jun 22

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

Asia 32956 Jun 25-Jun 29

North America 32957 Jul 2-Jul 6 M-Tu & Th-F 7:30am to 5:30pm

South America

32945 Jul 30-Aug 3

Oceans 32946 Aug 6-Aug 10

Adventures in Play A traditional outdoor day camp in keeping with the ‘No Child Left Inside’ initiative. Enrichment using the 4-H curriculum, active games & sports, art projects, swimming, social and self-directed play opportunities, nature and environmental activities and lots of time to play outside. For more information, contact SummerCamps@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov. Ages 6 to 11 $45 Methodist Home Recreation Center 32904 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 8:30am to 5:30pm 32905 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 8:30am to 5:30pm 32906 Jul 2-Jul 6 M,Tu,Th,F 8:30am to 5:30pm 32907 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 8:30am to 5:30pm 32908 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 8:30am to 5:30pm

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Motorsports Day Camp (Middle School) Participants in the one-week day camp will experience the life of a pit crew as they design, update and race radio-controlled cars. Using specific math, engineering and technology skills, the campers will solve real-life racing problems. We will also visit local racing shops and the Nascar Hall of Fame. For more information, contact TomSykesRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCountyN C.gov or 704-432-4803 Ages 12 to 14 $75 Tom Sykes Recreation Center 4-H: Motorsports Day Camp (middle school) 32418 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm

AQUATICS Jr. Lifeguarding Camp An educational program, that provides a foundation of aquatic and leadership knowledge, attitudes and skills preparing them for future and successful completion of the red Cross Lifeguarding course. Must know how to swim 25 yards unassisted. For more information, contact Jody.Corum@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.1141. Ages 11 to 14 $150 Ray’s Splash Planet 33146 Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 7:30am to 6:00pm

NATURE Camp H2O Kids will have a splash at our water-themed camp! We will investigate everything from aquatic animals to water quality with cool, water-based activities and games. Some highlights of the week will include canoeing, stream explorations, and even a visit to Ray’s Splash Planet. Ages 8 to 11 $150 Latta Plantation Nature Center FULL Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 9:00am to 3:00pm FULL Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 9:00am to 3:00pm

Adventure Camp Develop your kayaking skills, learn basic survival skills, and explore nature at night! The week will be spending time in the outdoors, exploring and interacting with their environment, all while developing important life skills. The week will sum up with an Exciting Day at the National Whitewater Center followed by an overnight camping experience! (Camp ends at 10 a.m. on Fri. following the overnight Campout). For more information contact McDowell Nature Center at 704-588-5224. Ages 10 to 12 $175 McDowell Nature Center FULL Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm FULL Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

Adventure Camp at Methodist Home Kayaking, fishing, hiking and fire building are just a few of the outdoor adventures that campers will participate in as they discover nature while visiting local nature preserves and state parks. Campers will get up close with local wildlife, create works of art, and have lots of fun while learning new skills and developing confidence in the outdoors. Interest in nature and outdoor recreation starts at an early age, sign your camper up today! Ages 10 to 12 $45 Methodist Home Recreation Center 31223 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

Adventure Camp at Sugaw Creek Kayaking, fishing, hiking and fire building are just a few of the outdoor adventures that campers will participate in as they discover nature while visiting local nature preserves and state parks. Campers will get up close with local wildlife, create works of art, and have lots of fun while learning new skills and developing confidence in the outdoors. Interest in nature and outdoor recreation starts at an early age, sign your camper up today! Ages 10 to 12 $45 Sugaw Creek Recreation Center 31224 Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

Adventure Camp at Tuckaseegee Rec Center Kayaking, fishing, hiking and fire building are just a few of the outdoor adventures that campers will participate in as they discover nature while visiting local nature preserves and state parks. Campers will get up close with local wildlife, create works of art, and have lots of fun while learning new skills and developing confidence in the outdoors. Interest in nature and outdoor recreation starts at an early age, sign your camper up today! Ages 10 to 12 $45 Tuckaseegee Recreation Center 31222 Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

Amazing Race Wildlife Edition Camp

Dance and Academics Summer Camp

This will be a week long adventure where participants will solve puzzles, find locations, figure out clues and complete challenges while discovering the nature preserves in Charlotte. Be ready to race around the county to find your next clue. Ages 10 to 12 $150 Reedy Creek Nature Center 31191 Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

This camp will be lead by former Carolina Panther and Charlotte Bobcat cheerleader Nekeata Perdue. Camp will consist of dance activities, academic time, arts and crafts, and reading time. Ages 11 to 14 $55 Winget School Recreation Site 33041 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm 33178 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm

Animal Planet Reptiles, mammals, fish and other animals live at Reedy Creek Nature Preserve. During this week of exploration, discovery and fun you will find out how much wildlife Charlotte has to offer. A trip to the zoo will be the end of this week long experience with furry and scaly friends. Ages 10 to 12 $150 Reedy Creek Nature Center 31186 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

MeckTeen Chefs Summer Day Camp Teens!! Have dreams about becoming a chef? If so, this class is for you. You will learn about cake decorating, food prep, garnishing, world cuisine and more from a license chef at CPCC. For more information contact: Tari.Turner@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov Ages 13 to 16 $120 FULL Armory Training Facility 32662 Jun 18-Jun 29 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm 32663 Jul 9-Jul 20 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm

Outdoor Survival Camp Latta Plantation Nature Preserve can provide everything we need to survive and during this funfilled weeklong camp campers will learn how to survive in the outdoors. They will learn about water survival as we canoe, wild edibles and medicinal plants as we hike, how to build shelters, cook in the outdoors, and make emergency hiking kits. This will all culminate in an overnight camping experience at McDowell Nature Preserve. Ages 10 to 12 $150 Latta Plantation Nature Center FULL Aug 6- Aug 8 M,Tu,W 9:00am to 3:00pm Aug 9-10 Th-F 9:00am(Th) to 10:00am(F)

Teen Adventure Extravaganza Camp Join us for a memorable week of adventure in the great outdoors. Kayaking, hiking, camping, and more! This camp will be spending two nights in the mountains, leaving on Wednesday morning and returning on Friday afternoon. Ages 13 to 15 $175 Reedy Creek Nature Center 31188 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 9:00am to 4:00pm

SPECIALTY Cultural Arts Camp Using drama, poetry, dance and song, participants will be engaged in the world of performing arts, theater, music, fashion and design. The camp will include speakers and field trips related to cultural arts venues. Ages 12 to 15 $45 Methodist Home Recreation Center 33143 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm 33144 Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm 33145 Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm

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MeckTeens X-treme Want an incredible summer? Learn new skills, explore new interests and experience a variety of activities, such as career choices, fitness/wellness, visual/performing arts, literacy, technology, trips, team building, outdoor adventure and X-tremely Cool Fun! For more information, contact NaomiDrenanRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCoun tyNC.gov or 704.432.5231. Ages 12 to 15 $45 Naomi Drenan Recreation Center 31904 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 1:00pm to 5:00pm 32419 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 1:00pm to 5:00pm

Skate Camp Ever wish you could spend your summer skating all day long? Now you can! Come out and improve your skills, learn some new tricks and most of all have fun. Instruction provided. For more information, contact NaomiDrenanRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCoun tyNC.gov or call 704.432.5231. Ages 7 to 14 $150 /$30 Grayson SkatePark 32568 Jun 11-Jun 15 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm 32569 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm 32570 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm 32571 Jul 2-Jul 6 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm 32572 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm 32573 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 9:00am to 5:00pm

SPORTS

Boxing

Basketball Summer Camp

33157 Jun 25-Jun 29

This camp will balance teaching skills and fundamentals with games, contests and fun. For more information, contact AlbemarleRoadRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCo untyNC.gov or 704.567.1941. Ages 5 to 17 $80 Albemarle Road Recreation Center 33044 Jun 11-Jun 15 M-F 8:00am to 10:00am 33045 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 8:00am to 10:00am 33046 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 8:00am to 10:00am 33047 Jul 2-Jul 6 M-F 8:00am to 10:00am 33048 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 8:00am to 10:00am 33049 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 8:00am to 10:00am 33050 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 8:00am to 10:00am 33051 Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 8:00am to 10:00am 33052 Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 8:00am to 10:00am 33053 Aug 13-Aug 17 M-F 8:00am to 10:00am

Soccer

Call Your Shot Basketball Camp Summer Basketball Camp emphasizes individual skills, basic fundamentals, and team play in positive coaching environment. For more information contact, Clarence4.Johnson@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.504.5433 Ages 12 to 15 $25 Martin Luther King School Recreation Site 32970 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm Winget School Recreation Site 32669 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm

Soccer Camp Challenger Sports’ First Kicks is a new and exciting program that teaches basic soccer skills while developing strength, balance, coordination, listening skills, cooperation and teamwork in children. For more information, contact bcook@challengersports.com or 877.263.7909. Ages 3 to 16 $122 Grayson Park 31896 Jun 25-Jun 27 M & W 9:00am to 12:00pm 31897 Jul 16-Jul 18 M & W 9:00am to 12:00pm

Sports Camp Revolution Park Sports Academy Sports Camp will enhance children’s knowledge and development of non-traditional and traditional sports. Choose a specialty sport(s) each week designed for beginners, intermediate, and advance participants(no experience necessary). Ages 11 to 13 $65 Revolution Park Sports Academy

Baseball/Softball Camp will cover individual skills, game strategies, instructions, controlled scrimmages, along with wellness education history of each sport and field trips. 33156 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm

Teen Summer Camp M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

33158 Jul 2-Jul 6 M-Tu & Th-F 7:30am to 5:30pm

Football 33159 Jul 9-Jul 13

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

Basketball/Volleyball 33160 Jul 23-Jul 27

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

M-F

7:30am to 5:30pm

Golf 33161 Jul 30-Aug 3

Track & Field 33162 Aug 6-Aug 10

Wrestling 33163 Jul 16-Jul 20

Teen Adventure Camp Every day we will set off on a new adventure. Canoeing, Kayaking and Rock Climbing are just a few of the adventures you will experience. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@MecklenburgC ountyNC.gov or 704.432.3048. Ages 13 to 15 $20 Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 32530 Jun 18-Jun 21 M-Th 4:00pm to 8:00pm 32531 Jul 23-Jul 26 M-Th 4:00pm to 8:00pm

Teen Adventure Camp Every day we will set off on a new adventure. Canoeing, Kayaking and Rock Climbing are just a few of the adventures you will experience. For more information, contact Tari.Turner@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.0061. Ages 13 to 15 $45 Armory Training Facility 33129 Jul 2-Jul 6 M,Tu,Th,F 9:00am to 5:00pm

TRADITIONAL 21st Century Summer Camp An all inclusive program that offers campers a wide variety of activities in the areas of team and individual sports, visual, studio, performing arts and academics. For more information, contact AlbemarleRoadRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCo untyNC.gov or 704.567.1941. Ages 5 to 12 $65 Albemarle Road Recreation Center 33054 Jun 11-Jun 15 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33055 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33056 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33057 Jul 2-Jul 6 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33058 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33059 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33061 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33062 Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33063 Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm

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A traditional day camp for youth in middle/high school (Participants should have completed 6th grade). Travel with us as we participant in games, 4-H enrichment activities, outdoor play and nature activities, fitness, field trips, swimming arts and crafts and guest speakers. For more information, contact SummerCamps@MecklenburgCountyNC.govThe Camp will be closed on July 4. Ages 12 to 15 $50 West Charlotte Recreation Center 33024 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33025 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33026 Jul 2-Jul 6 M-Tu & Th-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33027 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33028 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33029 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33030 Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm 33031 Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 7:30am to 5:30pm

ADULT Ecological Field Studies Academy Educators! Teachers! Each day you will hone your field studies skills while working with biologists who use these techniques in their work. Earn CEU’s and have fun rediscovering your passion! Ages 18 and older $150 Reedy Creek Nature Center 31185 Jul 19-Jul 25 Th-F, M-Th 9:00am to 4:00pm

SENIORS Grandparent Camp: A Day in the Woods It’s summer time! unplug yourself and your grandchild, join us for a full day of outdoor activities at Reedy Creek Nature Center. We will teach you how to fish, go on a hike and have a great time. Lunch is included. Ages 7 and older $20/$8 Reedy Creek Nature Center 33085 Jul 3Tu 9:30am to 4:00pm

FAMILY Family Adventure Camp Looking for some quality family time in the great outdoors? Learn essential skills such as fire building, fishing, kayaking, campfire cooking…then cap it off with a campout where we will sing songs, roast s’mores, and take a nature at night hayride before falling asleep in a private tent with your family. All gear and meals are provided (Lunch Wed. - Fri. and Dinner Fri. night) and additional adults are welcome for the campout. (At least 1 adult from each family is required to be registered). For more information, contact McDowell Nature Center at 704-588-5224. All Ages $65 McDowell Nature Center 31076 Jun 13-Jun 16 W-Sa 9:00am to 4:00pm

Tennis Camps Colonel Francis Beatty Park Tennis Academy of North Carolina Summer Camps: Session 1 - June 11 - 14 Session 2 - June 18 - 21 Session 3 - July 9 -12

Session 4 - July 16 - 19 Session 5- August 6 - 9

Half Day Camp

9:00am - 11:30am

*To register for all programs visit www.tanctennis.com. Half Day Camp: (Ages 5 & up) - Campers will be broken into small groups based on age and skill level. Participants 8U will utilize the 36â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Quickstart format, players 10U will utilize the 60â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Quickstart format. All other ages will use the full court. For more information on price visit www.tanctennis.com.

Freedom Park Upchurch Tennis Summer Camps: Session 1 - June 11 - 15 Session 2 - June 18 - 22 Session 3 - June 25 - 29 Session 4 - July 2 - 6 Session 5 - July 9 -13

Session 6 - July 16 - 20 Session 7 - July 23 - 27 Session 8 - July 30 - August 3 Session 9 - August 6 -10 Session 10 - August 13 - 17

Half Day Camp

8:30am - 12:00pm

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT 704-529-3273.

Latta Park (Tom Sykes RC) Midwood Tennis Academy Summer Camps: Session 1 - June 18 - 22 Session 2 - June 25 - 29 Session 3 - July 9 - 13 Session 4 - July 16 - 20 Session 5 - July 23 - 27

Session 6 - July 30 - August 3 Session 7 - August 6 - 10 Session 8 - August 13 - 17 Session 9 - August 20 - 24

Half Day Camp Full Day Camp

9:00am - 1:00pm 9:00am - 5:00pm

$150 per week $250 per week

*To register for all programs visit www.midwoodtennisacademy.com. Half Day Camp: Participate in an hour or more of tennis clinics in the morning and another hour of match play in the afternoon. In addition to tennis campers will have the opportunity to play other sports like; soccer, basketball, kickball, volleyball and more. Campers will also participate in arts and crafts, silent reading and other enrichment programs. Full Day Camp: Participate in an hour or more of tennis clinics in the morning and another hour of match play mid day and another hour of tennis in the afternoon. In addition to tennis campers will have the opportunity to play other sports like; soccer, basketball, kickball, volleyball and more. Campers will also participate in arts and crafts, silent reading and other enrichment programs. Facilities include: 6 Outdoor tennis courts, indoor classrooms, indoor gymnasium, outdoor soccer fields, outdoor playgrounds, and outdoor spray park.

$165 per week

*To register for all programs visit www.upchurchtennis.com. Half Day Camp: Participants receive on court tennis instruction, snack time and supervised play on and off the courts daily.

Park Road Park Summer Camps: Session 1 - June 11 - 15 Session 2 - June 25 - 29 Session 3 - July 2 - 6 Session 4 - July 9 - 13

Session 5 - July 23 - 27 Session 6 - July 30 - August 3 Session 7 - August 6 - 10

ADVANCED LEVEL SUMMER CAMP: Camp is designed for high level players who are looking to take their game to the next level. Camp will focus on footwork, match play strategies mastering all strokes as well as conditioning and overall fitness. Full and half day sessions are available. For more information and pricing contact 704-451-3133.

Jeff Adams Tennis Center Upchurch Tennis Summer Camps: Session 1 - June 11 - 15 Session 2 - June 25 - 29 Session 3 - July 2 - 6 Session 4 - July 9 -13

Session 5 - July 16 - 20 Session 6 - July 23 - 27 Session 7 - July 30 - August 3 Session 8 - August 6 -10

Half Day Camp

8:30am - 12:00pm

Sugaw Creek Recreation Center

$165 per week

*To register for all programs visit www.charlottecitytennis.com. Half Day Camp : Participants receive on court tennis instruction, snack time and supervised play on and off the courts daily.

Learn the fundamentals of a fun lifelong sport! Camp is designed to serve as an introduction to basic strokes, rule of the game and tennis etiquette. Ages 6 to 17 $125 Tennis Camp (Contracted Camp) 31999 Jun 18-Aug 24 M-F 8:00am to 5:00pm *To register for program visit www.parkandrec.com or call 311

Tuckaseegee Recreation Center This camp provides the basic skills involved with the game of tennis such as the rules, swing mechanics, ball placement, etc. This camp teaches the fitness components needed to stay in shape. Ages 8 to 15 $25 32881 Jul 16-Jul 20 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm 32882 Jul 30-Aug 3 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm *To register for program visit www.parkandrec.com or call 311

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Therapeutic Recreation 2012 Summer Programs & Activities

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Therapeutic Recreation: Programs & Activities

“Summit” Parent/Caregiver Group “Summit” Parent/Caregiver Group is a monthly group for parents, guardians, and caregivers that is facilitated by a Therapeutic Recreation staff person but is directed by the group members. This FREE informal group gives participants the opportunity to meet and talk with other parents and caregivers who are experiencing the challenges of parenting a child, teen or young adult with a disability. Contact Karen.Howard@mecklenburgcountync.gov

Spirit Squad The TR Spirit Squad is an eight week program offered in the fall, and is partnered with Pop Warner and the Carolina Panthers. The Spirit Squad offers an opportunity for youth, teens, and young adults to participate in cheerleading and be a part of the team! Please contact Ariel Kliem at Ariel.Kliem@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov to register.

Challenger Flag Football Be a part of Challenger Flag Football, a partnership with Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation, The Carolina Panthers, and Pop Warner Football. This program is for youth and young adults (8-25). Participants play flag football in a safe, structured team environment. Registration begins in June and games start in September. Contact 704-432-0237 or TRInfo@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov

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Visit: http://TR.Charmeck.org to find out more about all the programs offered by Therapeutic Recreation. No matter what your age or what kind of disability you may have, we have programs that are sure to keep you involved in the community and having fun.

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Pre-School

2012 Summer Programs & Activities

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Preschool: Programs & Activities ATHLETICS Nemo Football Participants will learn the basics of football. Practices are one night a week and games on Saturday. For more information, contact ArborGlenOutreachCenter@MecklenburgCountyNC .gov or 704.432.1531. Ages 3 to 4 $45 Arbor Glen Outreach Center 34662 July 7-Aug 11 Sa 10:30 am to 1:00 pm Ivory Baker Recreation Center 35620 July 7-Aug 11 Sa 10:30 am to 1:00 pm Tuckaseegee Recreation Center 35596 July 7- Aug 11 Sa 10:30 am to 1:00 pm

Shorty Sporty Camp Participants will learn basic motor skills and sports skills in this half day camp. Ages 3 to 5 $40 Elon Recreation Center 33171 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm 33173 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm 33174 Jul 23-Jul 27 M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm 33175 Aug 6-Aug 10 M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm 33176 Aug 13-Aug 17 M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm

Little Diva Dance A ballet, tap and creative dance program designed to teach children a life-long love of movement and provide a foundation for all dance genres. Divas participate in a weekly session of ballet and tap technique, movement patterns and games, and dramatic play. For more information, visit www.launchyourkids.com/little-diva-dance.htm or email hillaryfulgum@gmail.com Ages 2 to 8 $55 Berewick Recreation Center 31262 Ongoing Th 6:00pm to 7:00pm

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Music Together of Charlotte

Recreation & Nature Center addresses and phone numbers listed on pgs 4-5, 27-28.

Ongoing Program: Experience the joy of sharing music with your child as you both learn to sing, dance and play instruments together. For more information, contact musictogetherofcharlotte@gmail.com or 704.449.6761. Ages 8 mo to 5 yrs $185 Tom Sykes Recreation Center 31313 Ongoing Call for Dates/Times

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS Preschool Science

CULTURAL ARTS Arts for Tots This program will promote dramatic play, confidence, body awareness and social skills through theatre, song, dance, creative expression and craft projects. Parent participation is required. For more information, contact AlbemarleRoadRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCo untyNC.gov or call 704.567.1491. Ages 3 to 5 $2/class Albemarle Road Recreation Center 34664 Jul 17 Tu 10:00am to 11:00am 34665 Jul 24 Tu 10:00am to 11:00am 34666 Jul 31 Tu 10:00am to 11:00am 34667 Aug 7 Tu 10:00am to 11:00am 34668 Aug 14 Tu 10:00am to 11:00am 34669 Aug 21 Tu 10:00am to 11:00am 34670 Aug 28 Tu 10:00am to 11:00am

KDK Mom and Me Beginning dancers will focus on movement, coordination, balance, rhythm, stretching, and kinetic skills all set to music. For more information, contact BerewickRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCountyN C.gov or 704.432.4934 Ages 18 to 36 mo $25 Berewick Recreation Center 34146 Ongoing W 10:00am to 11:00am

Children will explore and learn hands on about science (animals, plants, density, magnets, seasons). For more information, contact Keisha.Coxe@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.5231. Ages 4 to 6 $120 Naomi Drenan Recreation Center 31919 Jun 18-Jun 22 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm 31920 Jun 25-Jun 29 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm 31921 Jul 2-Jul 6 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm 31922 Jul 9-Jul 13 M-F 9:00am to 12:00pm

FITNESS AND WELLNESS Little Buddy Yoga Yoga allows kids to use a lot of energy, make funny noises and learn focus. Yogis will learn yoga terminology, poses and meditation techniques. For more information, contact Kimberly.Golden@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4934 Ages 3 to 8 $80 Berewick Recreation Center 32590 Jul 20-Aug 10 F 10:00am to 11:00am

Cardio Funk Keep your kids moving to a different beat as they learn the fun dance routines of Zumba and Hip Hop. For more information, contact Kimberly.Golden@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4934 Ages 3 to 8 $80 Berewick Recreation Center 32591 Jun 15-Jul 13 F 10:00am to 11:00am

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Phone and web registration requires payment with Visa or MasterCard only.

HOLIDAY ACTIVITIES July 4th Arts & Crafts Celebrate the 4th of July with exciting arts and craft projects. For more information, contact ArborGlenOutreachCenter@MecklenburgCountyNC .gov or at 704-432-1531. Ages 3 to 5 • FREE • Arbor Glen Outreach Center 34694 Jul 3 Tu 3:00pm to 4:00pm

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES MusicPups Moms and children attend this unique music class together! Classes involve singing, playing instruments, dancing, stories and fun. This class includes a downloadable cd and sheet music. To register: visit www.MusicDiscoveryClass.com For more information, contact Kimberly.Golden@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4934. Ages 1 to 6 $130 Berewick Recreation Center 34142 Jun 8-Jun 29 F 10:30am to 12:30pm 34143 Jul 6-Jul 27 F 10:30am to 12:30pm 34144 Aug 3-Aug 24 F 10:30am to 12:30pm

Ray’s Playhouse Families are encouraged to interact and have fun in our Youth Activity Room. Enjoy age appropriate toys and get your child ready for school through play. Parent involvement required. For more information, contact Alison.Gitt@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4811. Schedule is subject to change based on events and programs scheduled. 7 and under $1 Hickory Grove Recreation Center 34617 Ongoing M-F 12:00pm to 5:00pm

Preschool: Programs & Activities

Ray’s Playhouse What a cool place for pre-schoolers to visit or have a birthday party….

5 great sites… different amenities… Visit and play, $2.00 or less per visit, or rent the playroom for a party for $41.00 per hour!

Mallard Creek Recreation Center 2530 Johnston-Oehler Road Charlotte, NC 28269 704-548-8234 Berewick Recreation Center 5910 Dixie River Road Charlotte, NC 28278 Phone: 704-432-4934

Southview Recreation Center 1720 Vilma Street Charlotte, NC 28208 704-392-7452

Hickory Grove Recreation Center 6709 Pence Road Charlotte, NC 28215 704-432-4811

Wallace Pruitt Recreation Center 440 Tuckaseegee Road Charlotte, NC 28208 Phone: 704-432-6775

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Elementary

2012 Summer Programs & Activities

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Elementary: Programs & Activities CULTURAL ARTS Acting Workshops Come learn the fundamentals and craft of acting/drama. For more information, contact 704.432.6472 Ages 8 to 16 • FREE • Tuckaseegee Recreation Center 34163 Ongoing W 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Afro Russe Everybody DANCE This program is designed to inspire, build strong character, and give students an all around cultural and dance experience by fusing African, Ballet, and Contemporary Dance. For more information, contact Elsie Mufuka at mufukaworks@gmail.com or 843.441.8803 Ages 6 to 11 Various Prices Albemarle Road Recreation Center 34509 Ongoing Tu 5:00pm to 6:00pm

Ballet Dance Come mesmerize yourself and get fit through the art of dance! For more information, contact 704.432.6472. Ages 6 to 11 • FREE • Tuckaseegee Recreation Center 34166 Ongoing Tu, F 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Dance: Hip Hop Dance This class is designed to promote coordination, confidence, artistic expression and physical fitness through the development of rhythmical awareness and dance education. For more information, contact Young Champions of America at 1.888.655.9404 or 919.535.8304 Ages 4 to 14 $7 Hickory Grove Recreation Center 34608 Ongoing W 5:30pm to 8:00pm Mallard Creek Recreation Center 35139 Ongoing W 6:00pm to 9:00pm

Dance: Making a Difference Everywhere (M.A.D.E.) M.A.D.E. - Making a Difference Everywhere, cheer and dance provides fun, structured classes that will help your child learn the basics of ballet, tap, hiphop, jazz and cheer. Financial aid is available. For more information, contact Eisha Williamson at madecheerdance@hotmail.com or 704.333.4062. Ages 5 to 12 $5 Ray’s Splash Planet 34200 Ongoing Tu 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Step Team: RPSA Steppers Come out and learn steps and dances. We will work together to create a fun, up beat routine of dance moves and steps. For more information, contact 704-432-4963 Ages 5 to 9 $15 Revolution Park Sports Academy 33774 Ongoing M & Sa 5:30pm to 7:00pm 34200 Ongoing M 5:30pm to 7:30pm 34200 Ongoing Sa 3:00pm to 4:30pm

FITNESS AND WELLNESS Martial Arts: Young Champions Children will learn the basics and improve their current skills of cheer, dance, and stunts. For more information, contact Young Champions at 1.877.313.6893. Ages 4 to 18 $7 Berewick Recreation Center 34159 Ongoing Th 5:45pm to 8:00pm Mallard Creek Recreation Center 35066 Ongoing Tu 6:00pm to 8:15pm Albemarle Road Recreation Center 33981 Ongoing Th 6:00pm to 8:15pm

Students are invited to learn martial arts and selfdefense with Young Champions. For more information, contact Young Champions at 1.877.313.6893. Ages 4 to 18 $7 Berewick Recreation Center 34156 Ongoing Sa 11:45am to 3:00pm Colonel Francis Beatty Park 31592 Ongoing Tu 5:15pm to 8:30pm Mallard Creek Recreation Center 35127 Ongoing Th 6:00pm to 8:30pm Albemarle Road Recreation Center 33968 Ongoing Tu 6:00pm to 8:30pm

Kickin’ It Kids Fitness

Summer Fun Time

Cheer: Young Champions

Ongoing: Offering a variety of dance, gymnastics, sports, relays, arts and crafts, story time, music and more. For more information, contact Kimberly.Golden@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4934 Ages 6 to 10 $5 Berewick Recreation Center 31231 Ongoing M 6:00pm to 7:00pm Hickory Grove Recreation Center 34605 Ongoing Tu 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Hip-Hop Dance Do you love to Dance? Come learn the latest dance moves while at the same time meeting new people. For more information, contact Alexis.Leonard@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.6472 Ages 6-11 • FREE • Tuckaseegee Recreation Center 34740 Ongoing Tu 6:00pm to 7:00pm

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES Games Galore Here is an opportunity to play cards, board games, video games and make new friends. For more information, contact ArborGlenOutreachCenter@MecklenburgCountyNC .gov or 704.432.1531. All Ages • FREE • Arbor Glen Outreach Center 34578 Ongoing M & F 5:30pm to 8:00pm

Extended summer camp! Activities include basketball competitions and other fun gym activities. For more information, contact AlbemarleRoadRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCo untyNC.gov or 704.567.1941 Ages 8 to 14 • FREE • Albemarle Road Recreation Center 34661 Ongoing Tu-F 6:00pm to 8:00pm

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Spotlight: YOUTH SPORTS Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Department encourages and promotes inclusive leisure experiences in all of our programs, activities and sports. Inclusive leisure experiences enhance opportunities for people of varying abilities to participate and interact in life’s activities together with dignity. It also provides an environment that promotes and fosters physical, social and psychological inclusion of people with diverse experiences and skill levels. Inclusion enhances individuals’ potential for full and active participation in leisure activities and experiences.

NCDT REACH! North Carolina Dance Theatre’s Community Outreach Dance Program titled NCDT REACH! makes quality dance training accessible to students with evidenced financial need who demonstrate a natural gift for dance and the potential to be trained in dance. Beginning its fourth year in the fall of 2012, the program affords students the opportunity to enrich their lives through dance classes and performances, promoting a strong work ethic, discipline, selfesteem and an appreciation for the art form. Through this dance scholarship program, dance training is accessible to many who could not otherwise participate. Male and female students who are between 7 and 10 years old as of October 1, and who may be from low-income households or who qualify for the North Carolina Free or Reduced Breakfast/ Lunch program, are eligible to audition for these year-round scholarships. The program provides two-three dance classes per week, for 29 consecutive weeks, at no cost to families.

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL Youth Flag Football registration will begin on Sunday, July 1 and run through Tuesday, July 31. Practices will start in August and games begin in September. The season will run for approximately 8 weeks. The registration fee is $65 per participant and includes uniform and trophy. Age divisions include 5-6 and 7-8. Age divisions are determined by the participants age as of August 1, 2012. To register, call 311, visit your closest recreation center or go to www.parkandrec.com. For more information, email YouthSports@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or call 704-432-4963.

YOUTH SOCCER Youth Soccer registration will begin on Sunday, July 1 and run through Tuesday, July 31. Practices will start in August and games begin in September. The season will run for approximately 8 weeks. The registration fee is $65 per participant and includes uniform and trophy. Age divisions include 5-6, 7-8, 910 and 11-12. Age divisions are determined by the participants age as of August 1, 2012. To register, call 311, visit your closest recreation center or go to www.parkandrec.com. For more information, email YouthSports@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or call 704-432-4963.

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All classes are taught by experienced, professional teaching artists. Students may have little or no previous dance training to audition, but should have a desire and commitment to study dance in a disciplined environment, and should exhibit the potential to learn ballet as well as other dance forms. For more information contact April Berry, Director of Education and Outreach, North Carolina Dance Theatre, 704.372.0101 or aberry@ncdance.org.

Teens

2012 Summer Programs & Activities

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Teens: Programs & Activities 4-H 4-H: Teen Congress Held on the campus of North Carolina State University in Raleigh, NC. The week will consist of workshops and seminars surrounding the state 4-H theme, government and citizenship, leadership and teamwork and lots of social opportunities. For more information and to register, contact 704.336.2082 or visit: www.mecklenburgcounty4h.org. Ages 13 to 18 $175 Off Site Location 33589 Jul 16-Jul 19 M-Th 8:00am to 11:00pm

ATHLETICS Basketball: Instructional Clinics Participants will gain the optimal skill set and athletic ability to be able to perform at their highest potential! For more information, contact Scotty10scott@aim.com, 704.287.2755 or www.scottcreations.net Ages 13 to 19 $20 Marion Diehl Recreation Center Scotty Scott Who Got Game? 34485 Ongoing Su 1:33pm to 3:33pm

Skills & Drills Basketball Come and work on conditioning and also learn the basic skills and drills of basketball. For more information, contact MethodistHomeRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCo untyNC.gov or 704.432.6455 Ages 8 to 15 $5 Methodist Home Recreation Center 35087 Ongoing M & W 6:00pm to 9:00pm

CULTURAL ARTS Afro Russe Everybody DANCE Program is designed to inspire, build strong, and give students an all around cultural and dance experience by fusing African, Ballet, and Contemporary Dance. For more information, contact Elsie Mufuka at mufukaworks@gmail.com or 843.441.8803 Ages 13 and older $1 /$6 /$18 Albemarle Road Recreation Center 34536 Ongoing Tu 7:15pm to 8:30pm

Write Your Wrongs Youth are encouraged to voice themselves through creative writing, poetry, or song. They also learn to recognize internal and external obstacles and how to deal with it in a positive manner. For more information, contact NaomiDrenanRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCoun tyNC.gov or 704.432.5231 Ages 12 to 17 • FREE • Naomi Drenan Recreation Center 31951 Ongoing F 4:30pm to 5:30pm

Cheer & Dance: Young Champions Children will learn the basics and improve their current skills of cheer, dance, and stunts during this 17 week session with Young Champions. For more information contact Young Champions at 1.877.313.6893. Ages 4 to 18 $7 Albemarle Road Recreation Center 33981 Ongoing Th 6:00pm to 8:45pm

Dance: Sky Hy Step and Drill Team March, dance, drum compete in step shows, contests, community events with the beat of learning discipline, self esteem and having fun. For more information please contact Elbert.Whitehead@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.5231. Ages 7 to 17 • FREE • Naomi Drenan Recreation Center 33893 Ongoing Tu & Th 7:00pm to 8:00pm

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS Teen Success Organization Have fun learning, developing social and community engagement skills while participating in literacy training, science/technology discovery, computer workshops and more. For more information, contact NaomiDrenanRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCoun tyNC.gov or 704.432.5231 Ages 13 to 17 • FREE • Naomi Drenan Recreation Center 34729 Ongoing Tu & Th 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Operation Teen Outreach Discuss issues that teens face. Group will encourage positive and critical thinking, promote self-respect, teach life skills and develop leadership qualities. For more information, contact AlbemarleRoadRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCo untyNC.gov or 704.567.1941 Ages 14 to 17 • FREE • Albemarle Road Recreation Center 34397 Ongoing F 5:00pm to 7:30pm 34398 Ongoing Su 1:00pm to 3:30pm

Boys To Men Designed to teach young men how to make positive decisions and obtain strong leadership skills. For more information, contact ArborGlenOutreachCenter@MecklenburgCountyNC .gov or 704.432.1532. Ages 12 to 17 • FREE • Arbor Glen Outreach Center 34645 Ongoing M 6:30pm to 7:30pm

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Male Mentoring Program Attain leadership skills, surrounded by positive male role models while recreating, going on field trips and much more. For more information, contact Derrick.Brown@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.6455 Ages 7 to 17 • FREE • Methodist Home Recreation Center 35112 Ongoing Th 6:30pm to 8:00pm

FITNESS AND WELLNESS Teen Fit Club This program is designed to educate teens about healthy habits and promote fitness through exercise and weight training. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@MecklenburgC ountyNC.gov or 704.432.3048 Ages 14 to 17 • FREE • Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 34788 Ongoing Tu 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Jump Xtreme The program emphasizes building self-confidence while teaching the importance of teamwork and developing healthy habits through the sport of jump rope Ages 5 to 17 • FREE • Naomi Drenan Recreation Center 31917 Ongoing Th 5:00pm to 7:00pm

Martial Arts: OYAMA OYAMA is the art, methods and techniques of Karate. Come challenge yourself with full contact traditional Japanese Style World Oyama Karate, taught by a 2nd degree black belt and world champion Ages 7 and older $25 Revolution Park Sports Academy 33791 Jun 2-Jun 30 Tu & Th 6:00pm to 8:00pm Sa 11:00am to 1:00pm

Teens: Programs & Activities Martial Arts: Young Champions Students are invited to learn martial arts and selfdefense through this 16 week session with Young Champions. For more information, contact Young Champions at 1.877.313.6893 Ages 5 to 17 $8/$7 Albemarle Road Recreation Center 33968 Ongoing Tu 6:00pm to 8:45pm

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES Boy Scouts The mission of the Boy Scouts of America and the Mecklenburg County Council is to prepare young people to make ethical choices over their lifetime by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law. For more information, contact WallacePruittRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCoun tyNC.gov or 704.432.6775 Ages 10 to 18 • FREE • Wallace Pruitt Recreation Center 34634 Ongoing M 6:00pm to 7:00pm

Club: D.I.V.A.S Step Team This female mentoring and step team, will participate in fun trips, and educational activities. For more information, contact TuckaseegeeRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCount yNC.gov or 704.432.6472 Ages 11 to 15 • FREE • Tuckaseegee Recreation Center 34173 Ongoing M & W 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Game Night Show us your game skills. We will have board games, gaming systems and ping pong for you to play. Ages 6 and older • FREE • Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 34776 Ongoing M & F 6:00pm to 7:30pm

Our Girls Rock: Girls Mentoring Girls, come experience a positive mentoring group with discussion of current issues and have fun too. For more information, contact ThomasboroRecreationSite@MecklenburgCountyN C.gov or 704.399.3911 Ages 10 to 14 • FREE • Thomasboro School Recreation Site 34743 Ongoing Sa 10:00am to 2:00pm

Drug Abuse Prevention Program will help teens develop critical thinking and decision making skills, and show other useful methods to assist with the prevention of drug use, and abuse. For more information, contact NaomiDrenanRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCoun tyNC.gov or 704.432.5231 Ages 13 and older • FREE • Naomi Drenan Recreation Center 34732 Ongoing Tu & Th 6:30pm to 8:00pm

RECREATION EMPLOYMENT CORPS:

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The Community and Recreation Center Services Division and the Enterprise Division have jointly embarked on a new program called the Recreation Employment Corps (REC). The REC is a work based learning program employing youth between the ages of 14 and 17 as employees/mentees at neighborhood recreation facilities. Each employee is paired with a professional recreation staff member who is the supervisor/mentor that will provide close supervision and guidance during the 40 week program. Through this structured job experience, youth will learn positive work skills and habits which will serve them throughout life. The program will run through November and each employee/mentee will develop job skills and strategies through job shadowing and on the job training, develop a positive mentoring relationship with mentor support and encouragement and gain exposure to career options in the recreation field.

BRINGING THE OUTDOORS TO INNER CITY YOUTH In an effort to bring the outdoor experiences to the inner city youth and teens of Mecklenburg County, the MeckTeens Teen Council, and Nature Preserves Natural Resources have diligently been working on revamping the greenhouse at McDowell Nature Center. The teens have planted over 2000 plants, including several different herbs, vegetables and flowers that will be used for the “Sow Seeds for MeckTeens” fundraiser. The annual plant sale will allow youth and teens ages 11-17 throughout Mecklenburg County to engage in various outdoor experiences such as kayaking, fishing, geocaching and more. The community has been supportive in their efforts in raising money to create this one of a kind outdoor experience for youth and teens in the heart of the city.

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Adults

2012 Summer Programs & Activities

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Adults: Programs & Activities ATHLETICS

FITNESS AND WELLNESS

Adult Volleyball

Aerobics: Cardio Step

Participants will learn the basic fundamentals and current techniques of volleyball, as well as more advanced strategies to become a more successful, confident and a stronger player. For more information, contact MarionDiehlRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCounty NC.gov or 704.432.0237. Ages 18+ $2 Marion Diehl Recreation Center 34465 Ongoing M & F 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Get moving in this low-impact class where you will learn basic step moves while getting your heart rate up! For more information, contact ArborGlenOutreachCenter@MecklenburgCountyNC .gov or 704.432.1531. Ages 18 and older $2 Arbor Glen Outreach Center 34552 Ongoing Th 6:00pm to 7:00pm

Hot Shot Gym League Games will be played with 7 man teams. For more information, contact MethodistHomeRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCo untyNC.gov or 704.432.6455. Ages 18 to 65 $70 Methodist Home Recreation Center 35081 Jun 5-Jul 12 Tu & Th 6:00pm to 9:00pm

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS Book Club Participants will discuss various topics and questions about the book of the month. For more information, contact BerewickRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCountyN C.gov or 704.432.4934. Ages 18 and older • FREE • Berewick Recreation Center 31259 Jun 26 Tu 7:00pm to 9:00pm 31260 Jul 31 Tu 7:00pm to 9:00pm 31261 Aug 28 Tu 7:00pm to 9:00pm

Computer Class The class with include computer basics, Windows® operating system, data storage, working with folders and files and provides an introduction to word processing, spreadsheet, how to access your email, and surf the Internet. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@MecklenburgC ountyNC.gov or 704.432.3048. Ages 18 and older $5 Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 34762 Jun 5-Jun 21 Tu & Th 6:00pm to 7:00pm 34763 Jul 10-Jul 26 Tu & Th 6:00pm to 7:00pm

Job Readiness Class Learn job interviewing skills that include dress, speech, body language, the importance of a solid resume and other topics determined by class consensus. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@MecklenburgC ountyNC.gov or 704.432.3048. Ages 18 and older $5 Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 35198 Jun 6-Jul 11 W 6:00pm to 7:30pm

Aerobics: DanceOut Megamix DanceOut involves fun, easy to follow, hot dance moves from all different styles of dance and movement, including Hip Hop, Pop, Latin, Reggae, African, Belly, Swing & Martial Arts to give you a cardio workout that feels more like a party than a workout! For more information, contact info@queencitydancing.com or 704.999.4071. Ages 18 and older $8 Tom Sykes Recreation Center 33956 Ongoing M 7:00pm to 8:30pm

Aerobics: DanceOut! Making the vital connection between fitness and fun, our classes feel more like a party than a workout. We combine the best parts of dancing and fitness to deliver a high-energy, body toning and fat burning experience that leaves your whole spirit invigorated! All fitness and dance levels welcome. For more information, contact Angie@queencitydancingqueen.com or 704.526.8845 or visit QueenCityDancingQueen.com. Ages 18 and older $8 Tom Sykes Recreation Center 33959 Ongoing F 5:45pm to 7:00pm

Aerobics: Nia Get moving in low-impact class where you will learn basic step moves and floor aerobics! For more information, contact BerewickRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCountyN C.gov or 704.432.4934. Ages 18 and older $8 Berewick Recreation Center 34153 Ongoing Tu 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Anusara Yoga Anusara Yoga a life-affirming yoga weaving an uplifting philosophy with alignment principles is being offered in fun-filled classes at Lake Point Hall in Colonel Francis Beatty Park. For more information or to sign up contact Linda Oelschlaeger at 704.843.9699 or visit www.yoga.9k.com. Ages 18 and older $10 Colonel Francis Beatty Park 33529 Ongoing M-Tu 9:00am to 11:15am 33529 Ongoing M 6:00pm to 8:15pm

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Biggest Loser Competition Participants will compete to lose the highest percentage of weight throughout the competition. For more information, contact BerewickRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCountyN C.gov or 704.432.4934. Ages 18 and older $20 Berewick Recreation Center 34162 Jun 2-Aug 25 Sa 9:00am to 10:00am

Body Pump Fitness This class focuses on aerobic circuit training. For more information, contact TuckaseegeeRecretionCenter@MecklenburgCounty NC.gov or 704.432.6472. Ages 18 and older $2 Tuckaseegee Recreation Center 34170 Ongoing M 6:00 pm to 7:00 pm 34170 Ongoing Th 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Adults: Programs & Activities Express Workout Express fitness program for anyone that is short on time. Enjoy a vigorous 30 minute workout with other women with the same busy schedule as you. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@MecklenburgC ountyNC.gov or 704.432.3048. Ages 18 and older $2 Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 34764 Ongoing M & F 8:00am to 8:30am

Fit Tummies

FIT Challenge This is a self-pace contest to help participants change eating and exercise habits. Assessments will be taken for before and after results. Participant that lose weight and/or improve fitness results will win prizes. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@MecklenburgC ountyNC.gov or 704.432.3048. Ages 18 and older $10 Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 34947 Jun 1-Jun 22 by Appointment

Dance Impact Come relieve some stress and jam to the beat while throwing some punches, blocks and kicks. Dance Impact is an exhilarating fusion of dance and martial arts set to tone the entire body. For more information, contact info@queencitydancingqueen.com or 704.999.4071 or www.QueenCityDancingQueen.com Ages 18 and older $7 Hickory Grove Recreation Center 34614 Ongoing M 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Dance Out! Check out this dance-inspired weekly fitness class. Dance and have fun! All fitness and dance levels welcome. For more information, visit QueenCityDancingQueen.com or call 704.999.4071. Ages 18 and older $10 Berewick Recreation Center 31269 Ongoing M & W 6:00pm to 7:00pm

This is a strictly ab training which is instructed by the Fitness Coordinator. For more information, contact TuckaseegeeRecretionCenter@MecklenburgCounty NC.gov or 704.432.6472. Ages 18 and older $2 Tuckaseegee Recreation Center 34179 Ongoing Tu 6:00pm to 7:00pm

Fitness Dance Class Come learn the latest dance moves while you exercise!! For more information, contact ArborGlenOutreachCenter@MecklenburgCountyNC .gov or 704.432.1531. Ages 18 to 65 $2 Arbor Glen Outreach Center 34565 Ongoing W 6:00pm to 7:30pm

N’Shape with ‘N Funky Fit is dance based aerobics that puts emphasis on fun. You will also receive fitness and nutrition tips. For more information, contact Nettie Reeves at 704.334.4848 or visit nshapewithn.com Ages 18 and older $5 Naomi Drenan Recreation Center 33711 Ongoing M,W,F 6:00pm to 7:30pm 33711 Ongoing Sat 9:00am to 10:30am Wallace Pruitt Recreation Center 34489 Ongoing Tu & Th 6:00pm to 7:00pm

Fitness Room Orientation Program is designed to orient new members to the fitness center. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@MecklenburgC ountyNC.gov or 704.432.3048. Ages 18 and older • FREE • Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 34806 Ongoing By appointment

Circuit Training Cardio and Strength training built around the circuit. Enjoy fitness station workout without the choreography of a typical aerobic class. For more information, contact Calvin.Covington@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704-432-1139. Ages 18 and older $3 Ray’s Splash Planet 34204 Ongoing Th 5:15pm to 6:00pm

Kickboxing Get a great cardio workout while participating in a fast paced session that combines boxing and kicking. For more information, contact Calvin.Covington@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.1139. Ages 18 and older $3 Ray’s Splash Planet 34212 Ongoing Sa 9:30am to 10:15am

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Pilates Using breathing techniques and concentration, you will learn how to train your deep torso (core) muscles, improve your posture and flexibility while becoming stronger and fit. For more information, please contact Calvin.Covington@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.1139. Ages 18 and older $3 Ray’s Splash Planet 34214 Ongoing Sa 10:30am to 11:30am

Jazzercise Effective total body conditioning program that will help you feel great, look terrific, and bring new energy to your life. Jazzercise combines the art of jazz dance with the beat of today’s hottest music. For more information, contact MallardCreekRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCoun tyNC.gov or 704.548.8234. Ages 18 and older $36 Mallard Creek Recreation Center 35130 Ongoing Tu & Th 6:00pm to 7:00pm 35130 Ongoing Sa 8:30am to 9:30am Lite 31533 Ongoing W 5:45pm to 7:00pm

Adults: Programs & Activities Jazzercise Body Sculpting

Power Walking

An effective, total body conditioning program that will help you feel great, look terrific, and bring new energy to your life. Classes focus on muscle toning, strength and stretching. For information contact Pat Wilson at 704.455.1355. Ages 18 and older $10 Mallard Creek Recreation Center 35137 Ongoing M 5:45pm to 7:30pm 35136 Ongoing Sa 9:30am to 10:30am

Participants will enjoy intense power walking while socializing, toning and strengthening their bodies. For more information, contact the recreation center offering the program. Ages 18 and older • FREE • Arbor Glen Outreach Center Albemarle Road Recreation Center 34549 Ongoing Tu & Th 10:00am to 12:00pm Arbor Glen Outreach Center 35544 Ongoing M 6:15pm to 7:15pm

Mid Day Melt Away This high energy class is design help melt the calories away with up-tempo exercises that will consist of conditioning, weight lifting, cardio, and ploy metrics. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@MecklenburgC ountyNC.gov or 704.432.3048. Ages 18 and older $2 Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 35042 Ongoing M,W,F 1:00pm to 2:00pm

Nutrition Workshop This workshop will cover topics such as the importance of breakfast, portion sizes and how different vitamins and nutrients affect the body. Participants will learn how to count calories, how exercise affects the body, and how to make easy recipes that will provide good protein and vitamins. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@MecklenburgC ountyNC.gov or 704.336.3854. Ages 18 and older $5 Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 35039 Jun 30 Sa 10:00am to 12:00pm 35040 Jul 28 Sa 10:00am to 12:00pm 35041 Aug 25 Sa 10:00am to 12:00pm

Personal Training Need that one on one trainer...then sign up for this great program and let us get you on the right track! Develop a personal training routine with our Personal Trainer and learn proper stretching techniques, strength training moves and cardio routines. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@MecklenburgC ountyNC.gov or 704.336.3854. Ages 18 and older $10 Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 35194 Ongoing By Appointment

Train Like The Pros Train like your favorite athletes. During this 6 week course participants will perform drills that include: speed, agility, core and power training. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@MecklenburgC ountyNC.gov or 704.432.3048. Ages 18 and older $30 Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 34804 Jun 13-Jun 29 W & F 6:30pm to 7:30pm 34805 Jul 11-Jul 27 W & F 6:30pm to 7:30pm

Vinyasa Flow with Cassie Vinyasa flow is a series of linked yoga movements with focus breathing. Most classes will include a breathing ex cerise, warm up, flow series, standing practice, balancing practice and floor work. The class will be appropriate for all levels. For more information contact Cassie Moore at 843.312.3438 or cammyann@hotmail.com. Ages 18 and older $5 Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 34791 Ongoing Sa 10:00am to 11:00am

Zumba Let’s Zumba! This Latin-dance inspired fitness class uses international rhythms and dance moves for an invigorating and exciting workout! All fitness levels welcome. Contact info@queencitydancingqueen.com or 704.999.4071 or www.QueenCityDancingQueen.com Ages 18 and older $8 Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 34794 Ongoing Sa 10:00am to 11:00am Hickory Grove Recreation Center 34611 Ongoing W 7:00pm to 8:00pm Marion Diehl Recreation Center 34478 Ongoing Tu & Th 6:00pm to 7:00pm

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Zumba by Michelle Zumba combines Latin, Hip Hop and International Music with a fun and effective workout system. For more information, contact Michelle at Bunnycoop@yahoo.com. Ages 18 to 60 $8 Ray’s Splash Planet 34335 Ongoing M & W 6:00pm to 7:00pm

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES Celebrate Life! LIFELINE Support Group This is a support group is for women who have been newly diagnosed with cancer or have already gone through the cancer journey. For more information, contact Jeannette Gregory at 704.606.7621 or lchoosetolive08@yahoo.com. Ages 18 and older • FREE • Southview Recreation Center 34631 Ongoing Sa 10:00am to 12:00pm

Fantasy Football Pro’s & Joe’s Hear expert speakers from Fox Sports and Daily Joust talk about fantasy football and their predictions on players and teams. For more information, contact TomSykesRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCountyN C.gov or 704.432.4803. Ages 14 and older • FREE • Tom Sykes Recreation Center 33954 Aug 2-Aug 16 Th 7:00pm to 8:00pm

Seniors

2012 Summer Programs & Activities

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Seniors: Programs & Activities CULTURAL ARTS

FITNESS AND WELLNESS

Arts: Oil Painting

Aerobics: N'Chair Aerobics

This program is a self paced oil painting social activity for all levels. New painters are welcome. Participants will need to bring their own supplies. For more information, contact AlbemarleRoadRecreationCenter@Mecklenbu rgCountyNC.gov or 704.567.1941. Ages 50 and older • FREE • Albemarle Road Recreation Center 34400 Ongoing Th 10:00am to 11:00am

Ongoing: Take your seat for N'Chair Aerobics, these exercises can increase your strength, balance and vitality all while sitting down. For more information, contact WallacePruittRecreationCenter@Mecklenburg CountyNC.gov or 704.432.6775. Ages 55 and older • FREE • Wallace Pruitt Recreation Center 34198 Ongoing M,W,Th 10:00am to 11:30pm

Pottery

Chair Aerobics and Line Dance

Learn the basics of pottery. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@Mecklen burgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4038. Ages 50 and older $30 Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 35195 Jun 6-27 W 10:30am to 11:30am

Ongoing: Come out and get your blood going with chair aerobics and line dance classes. Two courses in one for you to increase your strength, balance, and vitality while having fun! For more information, contact ArborGlenOutreachCenter@MecklenburgCou ntyNC.gov or 704.432.1531. Ages 55 and older • FREE • Arbor Glen Outreach Center 35543 Ongoing F 10:30am-11:30am

Senior Crafts Socialize with new friends while creating various arts and crafts. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@Mecklen burgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4038. Ages 50 and older • FREE • Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 34782 Jun 6 W 10:00am to 11:00am 34783 Jul 11 W 10:00am to 11:00am 34784 Aug 1 W 10:00am to 11:00am

Badminton Open Play/ Seniors & Adults Badminton is a great way to stay active and keep your competitive spirit alive for Seniors & Adults. Your serve! For more information, contact MarionDiehlRecreationCenter@Mecklenburg CountyNC.gov or 704.432.0237. Ages 18 and older Marion Diehl Recreation Center 34469 Ongoing Sa 12:00pm to 2:00pm 34470 Ongoing W 6:00pm to 8:00pm

Chair Yoga This unique style of yoga adapts yoga positions and poses through creative use of a chair. The chair replaces the yoga mat and becomes an extension of the body. Participants are able to warm up the body safely and perform yoga poses with support and stability. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@Mecklen burgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4038. Ages 50 and older • FREE • Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 34759 Ongoing F 10:00am to 11:00am

Feeling Fine After 59 This program encourages seniors 60 and older to become more active and develop better health habits through education and exercise. Participants also benefit from the onsite senior fitness consultant provided in partnership with the Mecklenburg County Senior Center. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@Mecklen burgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.3048.

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Ages 59 and older • FREE • Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 34773 Ongoing M-F 9:00am to 1:00pm

A.B.L.E. All Bodies Like Exercise Ongoing: Self paced chair exercise class for low impact exercise, stretching and conditioning. For more information, contact AlbemarleRoadRecreationCenter@Mecklenbu rgCountyNC.gov or 704.567.1941. Ages 55 and older • FREE • Albemarle Road Recreation Center 34493 Ongoing M,W,F 10:00am to 11:00am

Light & Lively Designed to maintain cardiovascular fitness, improve strength, flexibility, balance, coordination, and activities of daily life. For more information, contact MallardCreekRecreationCente@Mecklenburg CountyNC.gov or 704.548.8234. Ages 55 and older $3 Mallard Creek Recreation Center 35069 Ongoing M,W,F 9:00am to 9:45am

Living Healthy: Chronic Health Take Control of your health in just 6 weeks. Anyone who lives with ongoing health issues such as diabetes, arthritis, heart and breathing problems should join this free class to learn how to design your own selfmanagement program. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@Mecklen burgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.3048. Ages 50 and older * FREE * Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 35197 Jun 8-29 F 1:00pm to 3:00pm

Seniors: Programs & Activities Step By Step Engage in low-impact exercise and chart your progress to better physical and mental health. For more information, contact West Charlotte Recreation Center at 704.432.6474 Ages 50 and older • FREE • West Charlotte Recreation Center 35059 Ongoing W,F 10:00am to 11:00am

Senior: Fitness

CLICK on Eparks at www.parkandrec.com and use the course code number. CALL 311 (704.336.7600) or the number listed. COME to the location where the program is offered.

Join participants in improving overall health and wellness with chair exercise. Ages 55 and older • FREE • West Charlotte Recreation Center 35062 Ongoing W 11:00am to 11:30am

SOCIAL ACTIVITIES Bid Whist Tournament

Rhythm & Grooves Got a passion for line and cultural dancing? Come out and move your feet and dance to the beat. For more information, contact WestCharlotteRecreationCenter@Mecklenbur gCountyNC.gov or 704.432.6474. Ages 55 and older • FREE • West Charlotte Recreation Center 35056 Ongoing F 11:00am to 11:30am

Senior Basketball Enjoy Senior Basketball while socializing. For more information, contact TuckaseegeeRecreationCenter@Mecklenburg CountyNC.gov or 704.432.6472. All Ages $1 Tuckaseegee Recreation Center 34191 Ongoing M & W 2:00pm to 5:00pm

Senior Fitness Club Engage in low-impact exercise and chart your progress to better physical and mental health. For more information, contact MarionDiehlRecreationCenter@Mecklenburg CountyNC.gov or 704.432.4335. Ages 50 and older • FREE • Marion Diehl Recreation Center 34475 Ongoing M,W,F 7:30am to 8:00am

Senior Fitness Club Engage in low-impact exercise and chart your progress to better physical and mental health. For more information, contact SouthviewRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCo untyNC.gov or 704.392.7452 Ages 50 and older • FREE • Southview Recreation Center 31630 Ongoing M-F 10:00am to 11:00am

Quarterly Card Tournament to show off your skills. We will have healthy snacks for everyone. Awards will be given for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomas@MecklenburgCountyNC.G ov or 704.432.3048. Ages 55 and older $3 Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 35182 Jul 26 Th 1:00pm to 5:00pm

Registration is required for most programs whether or not there is a fee. Select one option:

Recreation & Nature Center addresses and phone numbers listed on pgs 4-5, 27-28. Phone and web registration requires payment with Visa or MasterCard only.

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MeckSeniors Luau Coffee and Cards Participate in various card games ranging from bridge to pinochle. The program will focus on fellowship and socialization of the participants. For more information, contact BerewickRecreationCenter@MecklenburgCou ntyNC.gov or 704.432.4934. Ages 55 and older • FREE • Berewick Recreation Center 31273 Ongoing M 1:00pm to 3:30pm

This event allows Senior Citizens to come together and socialize in a friendly, enjoyable environment and experience a Hawaiian luau. For more information contact AlbemarleRoadRecreationCenter@Mecklenbu rgCountyNC.gov or 704.567.1941 Ages 55 and older • FREE • Albemarle Road Recreation Center 34753 Aug 28 Tu 11:00am to 2:00pm

Senior Bid Whist Golden Age Club Come join in the fun with our senior meetings, parties and special events. For more information, contact WallacePruittRecreationCenter@Mecklenburg CountyNC.gov or 704.432.6775. Ages 55 and older • FREE • Wallace Pruitt Recreation Center 34663 Ongoing M,W 12:00pm to 1:00pm

Leisure and Learn Summer Camp Enjoy seminars with dynamic keynote speakers, workshops, lunch and fun while meeting new friends and learning something new. Transportation provided to WR Davie from Mallard Creek, Albemarle Road, Shamrock Sr. Center & Ivory Baker. For information, contact MeckSeniors@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432-4580. Ages 55 and older $5 William R Davie Park

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Senior Citizens enjoy an afternoon of Bid Whist. Learn the basic fundamental of the game from experienced bid whist players and engage in all the social activities associated with playing the game. For more information, contact BetteRaeThomasRecreationCenter@Mecklen burgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.3048. Ages 50 and older • FREE • Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 34779 Ongoing M-F 1:00pm to 5:00pm

Senior Recreation Club Want to experience some great programs plus make new friends? Join our Senior Club. Meetings include educational programs, mini field trips, lunch bunch and guest speakers. For more information, contact AlbemarleRoadRecreationCenter@Mecklenbu rgCountyNC.gov or 704.567.1941. Ages 55 and older • FREE • 34490 Ongoing M-F 11:00am to 1:00pm

Seniors: Programs & Activities Senior: See Charlotte! Seniors, enjoy smiling faces and great places as we journey and See Charlotte! Ages 50 and older $5 Bette Rae Thomas Recreation Center 34785 Jun 12 Tu 10:00am to 4:00pm 34786 Jul 10 Tu 10:00am to 4:00pm 34787 Aug 14 Tu 10:00am to 4:00pm

Bridge Join in the social interaction with other seniors throughout the Charlotte area. All are welcome to come and enjoy themselves in a quiet, yet competitive atmosphere that promotes the card game known as Bridge. Ages 55 and older • FREE • Mallard Creek Recreation Center 35113 Ongoing M,W 10:00am to 2:00pm 35117 Ongoing F 10:00am to 12:00pm

MeckSeniors Day Trips

Youth After 55 Club Join these mature adults for wholesome recreational, cultural, and educational experiences for 'Youth After 55 Club' participants. This club is a District VIII Member with the North Carolina Association of Senior Citizen Clubs. Ages 55 and older • FREE • West Charlotte Recreation Center 35065 Jun 5 Tu 10:00am to 12:00pm

SUMMER CAMP

Join us as we travel across the state for exciting day trips. For more information contact MeckSeniors@MecklenburgCountyNC.gov or 704.432.4580. Ages 55 and older Picking up from Mallard Creek Recreation Center and Marion Deihl Recreation Center

Grandparent Camp: A Day in the Woods It's summer time! Unplug yourself and your grand kid, join us for a full day of outdoor activities at Reedy Creek Nature Center. We will teach you how to fish, go on a hike and have a great time. Lunch is included. Ages 7 and older $20 /$8 Reedy Creek Nature Center 33085 Jul 3 Tu 9:30am to 4:00pm

Tuesday, May 22 Fayetteville, NC Cape Fear Botanical Gardens & Historical Tour Departs MC 7:00 am MD 7:45 am Returns 7:00 pm Cost $40 Course Code:27905 Register by 5-8-12 Join us to explore the Cape Fear Botanical Gardens. Over 79 acres nestled between the Cape Fear River and Cross Creek. Start with a guided one hour tour around the grounds. Lunch on your own.

Tuesday, June 19 Greenville, SC Chautauqua Festival & Falls Park on the Reedy Departs MC 7:00 am MD 7:45 am Returns 7:00 pm Cost $40 Course Code: 27913 Register by 6-5-12 Far more than a nature lover’s paradise, Falls Park on the Reedy, located in downtown Greenville’s Historic West End, is one of Greenville’s greatest treasures.

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Seniors: Programs & Activities

MeckSeniors Day Trips

Tuesday, July 24 Wytheville, VA A Wohlfahrt Haus Motown Sound!

Tuesday, November 27 Asheville, NC Grove Park Inn Gingerbread National Competition & Luncheon

Departs MC 7:00 am MD 7:45 Returns 7:00 pm Cost $70 Course Code:27914 Register by 7-10-12 Get ready to dance, dance, dance at the Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre. This spectacular production features dazzling costumes fantastic choreography and beautiful voices of the past! Lunch is Included.

Departs MC 6:00 am MD 6:45 am Returns 6:00 pm Cost $70 Course Code: 27919 Register by 11-13-12 Experience the enchantment of gingerbread when contestants from across the country bring show their culinary masterpieces. Delight in the imagination shown in these sugar-andspice creations, strolling through the competition display is a sure way to be swept up in the holiday spirit.

Tuesday, August 14 Lake Murray, SC The Flight of the Purple Martin Dinner Cruise aboard the Spirit of Lake Murray Departs MC 2:00 pm MD 2:45 am Returns 11:00 pm Cost $70 Course Code: 27915 Register by 7-31-12 A phenomenon you have to see to believe. This 2 ½ hour cruise takes you out to historic Bomb Island, where hundreds of thousands of birds (Purple Martins) circle and roost in one of the largest bird sanctuaries in North America. The boat departs at 6:30 pm and we will return to Charlotte at 11:00 pm. Dinner is Included.

Tuesday, September 25 Spartanburg, SC BMW Factory Tour & Zentrum Museum Departs MC 7:00 am MD 7:45 am Returns 6:00 pm Cost $37 Course Code: 27917 Register by 9-11-12 BMW’s only American factory is a marvel of the blending of modern engineering and design aesthetics. See for yourself how the ultimate driving machine is built during a guided plant tour. Or take a self-guided journey through time and all things BMW at the beautiful Zentrum museum, where you can explore BMW’s dynamic history as one of the world’s finest automakers. Lunch on your own.

Tuesday, December 11 Bear Creek & Seagrove NC Southern Supreme Gourmet Specialties & Pottery Excursion Departs MD 7:00 am MC 7:45 am Returns 6:00 pm Cost $37.00 Course Code: 27921 Register by 11-27-12 The North Carolina Pottery Center showcases the remarkable history and on-going tradition of pottery making in North Carolina. Located in Seagrove, one of the state’s key historical and contemporary pottery producing regions, the Center is your first stop in exploring North Carolina’s rich clay heritage. We will watch a pottery demonstration by a local artist; then visit other local galleries. Dine on your own at the Asheboro K&W, then as we depart we will view the Pisgah Covered Bridge, one of two remaining covered bridges in North Carolina.

Tuesday, October 23 Bryson City to Dillsboro Great Smoky Mountain Railroad Departs MC 5:45 am MD 6:15 am Returns 7:00 pm Cost $72 Course Code: 27918 Register by 10-9-12 Departing from Bryson City, this four-hour excursion travels 32miles roundtrip to Dillsboro and back again. The trip includes an hour-and-a-half layover in the historic village, where you’ll find more than 50 shops, restaurants, bed and breakfasts and country inns. There is time to shop snack and visit the many unique shops before returning to Bryson City. Lunch on your own.

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Seniors: Programs & Activities

Nutrition Program Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation Department and the Senior Citizens Nutrition Program Partner to Provide Services for Senior Citizens

Congregate Meals are offered at 3 Recreation Centers: Bette Rae Thomas, Mallard Creek, and Southview This program provides dine in meals for Mecklenburg County residents 60 years of age and older who are looking for fun, fellowship and a healthy, delicious hot lunch. Seniors come together Monday - Friday at the recreation centers, as well as at 15 other nutrition sites located throughout Mecklenburg County. This service also offers a variety of educational and recreational activities. Each site is staffed by a full time coordinator who is responsible for all functions of that site. The Park and Recreation Department and the Senior Citizens Nutrition Program are strong advocates of health and wellness for senior citizens. We offer many opportunities to our customers to participate in health promotion activities such as medical screenings, wellness education and a variety of exercise programs. SCNP also provides arthritis self management classes which are taught by registered nurses and physical therapists/ certified exercise trainers. Park and Recreation staff provides support to the programming at the site. Pre-registration is required for participation in the meal program. For more information, contact the Senior Citizens Nutrition Program Information Line at 704.336.3144.

In addition, the Senior Citizens Nutrition Program provides other types of meal services to seniors. Home-delivered meals are provided to those who are unable to leave their homes because of physical/or mental impairment. Liquid nutrition supplement is provided to those who are at nutrition risk and their doctors recommend them to drink supplements to get the nutrition they need. The short term meal service provides home delivered meals to those who become temporary disabled and homebound after being discharged from a hospital or a long term care facility. All these services are provided at no cost to Mecklenburg County seniors 60 years of age and above. Voluntary contributions are accepted from customers. To inquire about any of these services, call our meal hotline at 704.336.3144.

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Aquatics

2012 Swim Lessons & Fitness Programs

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Swim Lessons: Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center Swim Lessons

M - Th M - Th M - Th M - Th M - Th Saturday 2 weeks 2 weeks 2 weeks 2 weeks 2 weeks 6/4-6/14 6/18-6/28 7/16-7/26 7/30-8/2 8/13-8/23 7/21-8/25 $80 $80 $80 $80 $80 $60 $64 $64 $64 $64 $64 $48

Public Member

PUDDLE DUCKS Ages 6 mon - 2 yrs Introductory Level A parent and child program that introduces the child to the aquatic environment. Fun and water adjustment are emphasized.

Saturday Saturday

10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

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SAND DOLLAR Ages 3-5 Beginner Level No entry skills required. Students learn blowing bubbles, front float and glide, back float and glide, and total submersion.

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9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 4:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. 4:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 5:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

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Phone and web registration requires payment with Visa or MasterCard only.

SEAL Ages 3-5 Advanced Level Must be able to swim 10 feet independently to enroll. Students will learn rotary breathing on front and over arm recovery on front and back.

Weekday Saturday

5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 34205 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

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OTTER Ages 6-12 Beginner Level No entry skills required. Students learn blowing bubbles, front float and glide, back float and glide, and total submersion.

Weekday Weekday Weekday Weekday Weekday Saturday Saturday Saturday

10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. 11:15 a. m. - 12:00 p.m. 4:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. 4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. 9:45 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

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800 East Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202 704.336.DIVE (3483) www.parkandrec.com/a quatics For more information, visit

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MANATEE Ages 6-12 Advanced Level Must be able to swim 25 yards using over arm recovery to enroll. Students will improve over arm recovery, rotary breathing on front, flutter kick, and backstroke.

Weekday Weekday Saturday

4:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. 34225 6:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 34227 11:15 a. m. - 12:00 p.m.

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TEEN/ADULT BEGINNER Ages 13+ Beginner Level No entry skills required. The class for the soon-to-be swimmer. Students learn front float and glide, back float and glide and total submersion.

Weekday Weekday Saturday Saturday

6:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. 34360 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. 34361 9:00 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

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TEEN/ADULT INTERMEDIATE Ages 13+ Intermediate Level Students will improve their freestyle and backstroke in order to swim distances, get some exercise or just have fun.

Weekday

6:45 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

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Water Fitness Programs: Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center Session Dates:

6/4 - 6/29

7/2 - 7/27

7/30 - 8/24

no class 7/4, 7/12, 7/13

Mon & Wed & Fri

$48-public $36-member

$40-public $30-member

$48-public $36-member

Tues & Thurs

$32-public $24-member

$28-public $21-member

$32-public $24-member

800 East Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. Charlotte, NC 28202 704.336.DIVE (3483) www.parkandrec.com/aquatics

HYDROMANIA Moderate-High Intensity SHALLOW WATER. All-over body toning and cardiovascular workout. Since each participant works at their own pace, this class is great for the beginner to the most advanced fitness level. Mon & Wed & Fri Tues & Thurs

5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

34391 34392

34869 34870

34871 34872

5:25 p.m. - 5:55 p.m.

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EASY DOES IT Beginner-Moderate Intensity SHALLOW WATER. A low-level, low-impact exercise class. Activities include water walking, aerobic exercise to build cardiovascular endurance and range-of-motion classes. Mon & Wed & Fri 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION Beginner Intensity SHALLOW WATER. Gentle stretches and range-of-motion exercises keep tender joints mobile. The buoyancy of the water assists movements, while the resistance strengthens muscles that support joints. A physicianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s release is required to participate. Tues & Thurs

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

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215 N. Sycamore St. Charlotte, NC 28202 704.432.4RAY (4729) www.rayssplashplanet.com

Swim Lessons: Rayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Splash Planet Session Dates:

2 Weeks 6/18 - 6/28 Public Member

$80 $64

2 Weeks 2 Weeks 7/2 - 7/12 7/16 - 7/26 No class 7/4 $80 $80 $64 $64

2 Weeks 7/30 - 8/9

Saturday 6/2 - 6/23

Saturday 7/7 - 7/28

Saturday 8/4 - 8/25

$80 $64

$40 $32

SAND DOLLAR Ages 3-5 Beginner Level No entry skills required. Students learn blowing bubbles, front float and glide, back float and glide, and total submersion. M-TH 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 34406 34407 34408 34409 Saturday 9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. 34417 34418

34419

STARFISH Ages 3-5 Intermediate Level Must be able to float independently to enroll. Students will learn front and back glide, arm and leg movement and are introduced to swimming independently. M-TH 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 34294 34411 34413 34415 Saturday 9:15 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. 34420

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OTTER Ages 6-12 Beginner Level No entry skills required. Students learn blowing bubbles, front float and glide, back float and glide, and total submersion. M-TH 6:15 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. 34426 34427 34428 34429 Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 34430 34431

34432

WALRUS Ages 6-12 Intermediate Level

M-TH Saturday

Must be able to swim 25 yards using over arm recovery to enroll. Students will improve over arm recovery, rotary breathing on front, flutter kick, and backstroke. 6:15 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. 34450 34451 34452 34453 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

OTTER Ages 10-12 Beginning Level

M-TH Saturday

6:45 pm- 7:30 pm 10:45 am 11:30am

No entry skills required. Students learn blowing bubbles, front float and glide, back float and glide, and total submersion. 34434 34438 34439 34440 34441

WALRUS Ages 10-12 Intermediate Level Must be able to float independently to enroll. Students will learn front and back glide, arm and leg movement and are introduced to swimming independently. M-TH 6:45 pm- 7:30 pm 34317 34459 34460 34461 Saturday 10:45 am 11:30am 34462

Fitness Programs: Rayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Splash Planet Senior Water Fit

Seniors (55+) Come join this aquatic class designed especially for seniors. Enter our pool by using the easy sloping beach entry and enjoy gentle aerobic movements in our warm water. This is a low level, low impact, water movement class. No swimming skills are required. Contact Jody Corum at 704-432-1141 for more information. June 12th - August 23 $3 per class Tues and Thursday 8am-9am Memberships do not included this class

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Jr Lifeguarding Camp

33146 July 30 - Aug 3 M-F 7:30 AM - 6:00 PM Must be able to swim 25 yards using over arm recovery to enroll. Students will improve over arm recovery, rotary breathing on front, flutter kick, and backstroke.

Register One of Three Ways Registration is required for most programs whether or not there is a fee. Select one option: CLICK on Eparks at www.parkandrec.com and use the course code number. CALL 311 (704.336.7600) or the number listed. COME to the location where the program is offered. Phone and web registration requires payment with Visa or MasterCard only.

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Marion Diehl Pool

Swim Lessons: Marion Diehl Pool Session Dates: Public Member

2 Weeks M-Th 6/11-6/21 $80 $64

2 Weeks M-Th 7/9-7/19 $80 $64

2 Weeks M-Th 7/23-8/2 $80 $64

2 Weeks M-Th 8/6-8/16 $80 $64

1 day a week 1 day a week 1 day a week Saturday Saturday Saturday 6/9-6/30 7/7-7/28 8/4-8/25 $40 $40 $40 $32 $32 $32

PUDDLE DUCKS Ages 6 mon - 2 yrs Introductory Level A parent and child program that introduces the child to the aquatic environment. Fun and water adjustment are emphasized. Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 6mo-18 mo 34044 Saturday 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. 19- 35mo 34045

34046 34047

34048 34049

SAND DOLLAR Ages 3-5 Beginner Level No entry skills required. Students learn blowing bubbles, front float and glide, back float and glide, and total submersion. M- Th 5:00 p.m.- 6:00 p.m. 34050 34057 34064 34068 M- Th 5:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. 34051 34058 34065 34069 sand/sealM-TH6:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. 34052 34059 34066 34070 M-TH 6:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 34053 34060 34067 34071 Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. 34054 Saturday 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. 34055 Saturday 10:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. 34056

34061 34062 34063

34072 34073 34074

Must be able to swim 10 feet independently to enroll. Students will learn rotary breathing on front and over arm recovery on front and back. 33994

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33999

No entry skills required. Students learn blowing bubbles, front float and glide, back float and glide, and total submersion. 34033 34023 34034 34035 34020 34024 34026 34027 34021 34022

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34028 34029

34005

34008

34014

34017

7/7-7/28

8/4-8/25

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34089

SEAL Ages 3-5 Advanced Level

Saturday

9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

OTTER Ages 6-12 Beginner Level

M- TH M- TH Saturday Saturday

4:15-5:00pm 4:45-5:30pm 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. 11:15 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

MANATEE Ages 6-12 Advanced Level Must be able to swim 25 yards using over arm recovery to enroll. Students will improve over arm recovery, rotary breathing on front, flutter kick, and backstroke. M-TH 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m. 34002 34004 34006 34007 Saturday 8:45 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. 34003 MARLIN Ages 6-12 Expert Level

M-TH Saturday

Must be able to swim freestyle and backstroke for 25 yards to enroll. Students will improve current strokes and are introduced to breaststroke, butterfly and flip turns. 6:15 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. 34011 34013 34015 34016 11:00 a.m. - 11:45 a.m. 34012 6/11-6/29

7/9-8/1

8/6-8/29

6/9-6/30

TEEN/ADULT BEGINNER Ages 13+ Beginner Level No entry skills required. The class for the soon-to-be swimmer. Students learn front float and glide, back float and glide and total submersion. M/W 7:00 p.m. - 7:45 p.m. 34084 34086 34088 Saturday

8:15 a.m. - 9:00 a.m.

34085

TEEN/ADULT INTERMEDIATE Ages 13+ Intermediate Level Students will improve their freestyle and backstroke in order to swim distances, get some exercise or just have fun. Saturday 11:45 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 34090 34091

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34092

Water Fitness Programs: Marion Diehl Pool Session Dates: Mon & Wed & Fri Tues & Thurs Sunday

6/4-6/30 $24 $16 $8

7/9-8/5 $24 $16 $8

8/6-9/2 $24 $16 $8

Marion Diehl Pool 2219 Tyvola Road Charlotte, NC 28210 704.432.0237 www.parkandrec.com/aquatics

7:30 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 a.m. 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

34129 34131 34130 34132

34137 34138 34133 34135

34139 34140 34134 34136

DEEP WATER FITNESS Moderate-High Intensity DEEP WATER. No swimming skills required, float belts are worn. All-over toning and cardiovascular program held in deep water with float belts. A great upper body workout. Saturday 10:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m Mon & Wed & Fri 7:15 a.m. - 8:15 a.m. Mon & Wed & Fri 8:15 a.m. - 9:15 a.m. Tues & Thurs 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. Tues & Thurs 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Tues & Thurs 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. Tues & Thurs 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

34816 34113 34112 34111 34110 34109 34108

34817 34107 34106 34105 34096 34097 34098

34818 34099 34100 34101 34102 34103 34104

10:00 a.m - 11:00 a.m 1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

34117 34118 34119 34121

34123 34124 34120 34122

34125 34126 34127 34128

ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION Beginner Intensity SHALLOW WATER. Gentle stretches and range-of-motion exercises keep tender joints mobile.The buoyancy of the water assists movements, while the resistance strengthens muscles that support joints. A physicianâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s release is required to participate. Tues & Thurs

9:15 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

34093 $32

34094 $32

34095 $32

DEEP WATER RUNNING Moderate DEEP WATER No swimming skills required, float belts are worn. Class format involves interval running cadence class designed to improve endurance, stamina, breathing, muscle toning. Tues & Thurs

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

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Register One of Three Ways Registration is required for most programs whether or not there is a fee. Select one option: CLICK on Eparks at www.parkandrec.com and use the course code number. CALL 311 (704.336.7600) or the number listed. COME to the location where the program is offered. Recreation & Nature Center addresses and phone numbers listed on pgs 4, 5, 22 & 23. Phone and web registration requires payment with Visa or MasterCard only.