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Nature Virtual Series
9/25 All About Animals—Birds
Do you love all things with fur, feathers, and scales? Join a naturalist to learn about different types of animals! We will hear a story, observe an animal, play a game, and create a craft. In this session, learn about birds and create an owl-themed craft. Ifprogram is adapted to a virtual format, you will use Microsoft Teams, a game-based learning platform, and some basic craft materials. Ages: 2-5 yrs • Free Course #90822 • Friday, Sep. 25 • 10:30-11:30am
9/30 Historias en Meadowside
¡Ven a escuchar un cuento de animales! Disfruta el aire libre del parque y los bellos sonidos de la naturaleza. Vamos a reunirnos en el área de la fogata de Meadowside y mantener 6 pies de distancia. Ages: 2-6 yrs • Free Course #87125 • Wednesday, Sep. 30 • 11-11:20am
OCTOBER 2020
10/1 Caminatas Silvestres
¿Te gusta explorar los senderos del lago y aprender sobre plantas y animales del parque? Únase a nosotros en una caminata con un naturalista que consiste en algunas paradas con actividades dinámicas. Cada programa tendrá un tema de naturaleza diferente. Este es un programa para niños. Tenga en cuenta que el grupo mantendrá una distancia de 6 pies entre las familias. La seguridad es nuestra prioridad y los naturalistas ejecutarán el programa siguiendo las pautas de salud. Ages: 6 & up • Free Course #87121 • Thursday, Oct. 1 • 9:30-10:10am
10/2 Friday Hike It Out
It's Friday! Come chill and listen to the world's first DJ: nature. Enjoy a socially distanced hike, take care of yourself after a long week, and let your mindfulness in nature work its beauty.
¡Es viernes! Ven a relajarte y a escuchar el primer DJ del mundo: la naturaleza. Disfruta una caminata con distanciamiento social, cuídate después de una larga semana y deja que tu atención plena en la naturaleza te traiga belleza. Ages: 18 & up • Free Course #87126 • Friday, Oct. 2 • 4-4:45pm
10/7 Storytime at Meadowside
Animal storytime is fun! Enjoy fresh air in the park and the beautiful sounds of nature. We will meet in Meadowside's campfire area and maintain 6 feet of social distance. Ages: 2-6 yrs • Free Course #87128 • Wednesday, Oct. 7 • 11-11:20am
10/8 Charlas con Fogata
Únase a un naturalista junto a una fogata para conocer uno de los fascinantes animales e historias del parque de Rock Creek Regional Park. Cada programa consistirá en un tema de naturaleza diferente. Siga las indicaciones hacia la fogata a la derecha del centro de la naturaleza. Los asientos en los bancos seguirán 6 pies de distanciamiento entre las familias. Siéntase libre de traer su propia lona o toalla para sentarse en el suelo. La seguridad es nuestra prioridad y los naturalistas ejecutarán el programa siguiendo las pautas de salud. Ages: 12 & up • Free Course #87122 • Thursday, Oct. 8 • 6-6:45pm
10/9 All About Animals—Reptiles
Do you love all things with fur, feathers, and scales? Join a naturalist to learn about different types of animals! We will hear a story, observe an animal, play a game, and create a craft. In this session, learn about reptiles and create a turtle-themed craft. Ifprogram is adapted to a virtual format, you will use Microsoft Teams, a game-based learning platform, and some basic craft materials. Ages: 2-5 yrs • Free Course #90825 • Friday, Oct. 9 • 10:30-11:30am
Naturiotism TM is the patriotic duty to protect landscapes, waters, plants, and animals that have defined the American experience from prehistory to present day. Jason Beale, animal care program director at Penn State University’s Shaver’s Creek Environmental Center, will highlight the work of “Naturiots,” such as Rachel Carson, Rosalie Edge, Teddy Roosevelt, Aldo Leopold, John Muir, and Gifford Pinchot. Discover how their efforts challenged paradigms, inspired generations, and informed the conservation ethic that preserves and protects the unique biological diversity of the United States. We look forward to learning together again through the MS Teams video platform! The link will be emailed a few days before the presentation. Ages: 15 & up • $5 Course #88836 • Thursday, Oct. 13 • 6:30-7:30pm
10/15 Mother Nature: Baby and Me!
Is your child enchanted by wild and wonderful things? Explore nature with your little one through stories and movement. Enjoy the fresh air, laugh, and make new friends! We will meet in Meadowside's campfire area and maintain 6 feet of social distance. Ages: 0-3 yrs • $5 Course #87129 • Thursday, Oct. 15 • 10:30-11:15am
10/23 All About Animals—Invertebrates
Do you love all things with fur, feathers, and scales? Join a naturalist to learn about different types of animals! We will hear a story, observe an animal, play a game, and create a craft. In this session, learn about insects and arachnids and create a spider-themed craft. Ifprogram is adapted to a virtual format, you will use Microsoft Teams, a game-based learning platform, and some basic craft materials. Ages: 2-5 yrs• Free Course #90827 • Friday, Oct. 23 • 10:30-11:30am
10/29 Campfire Conversations
Join a naturalist by a campfire to learn about one of Rock Creek Regional Park’s fascinating animals and park stories. Every program will consist of a different nature theme. Follow the signs to the campfire to the right of the nature center. The seating in the benches will follow 6 feet of distancing between families. Feel free to bring your own tarp or towel for ground sitting. Ages: 12 & up • Free Course #87120 • Thursday, Oct. 29 • 6-6:45pm
10/30 Adult Scary Hike and Campfire
Is there a ghost on the trails around Meadowside? Join us on a moonlit hike to find out. Check your goosebumps during naturalists’ stories of local phenomena, then enjoy the campfire and share a scary story of your own. We will maintain 6 feet of social distance. Ages: 21 & up • $8 Course #87130 • Friday, Oct. 30 • 6:30-8pm
NOVEMBER 2020
11/4 Vote for Vulture
It’s election season! Did Benjamin Franklin really suggest the Turkey (or Turkey Vulture), over the Bald Eagle, as our national bird? During this special raptor enrichment session, discover some of the incredible history that has shaped our perceptions of our most famous birds of prey! All Ages • Free Course #87134 • Wed, Nov. 2 • 1-1:20pm Course #91841 • Wed, Nov. 2 • 1:30-1:50pm Course #91842 • Wed, Nov. 2 • 2-2:20pm Course #91843 • Wed, Nov. 2 • 2:30-2:50pm
11/5 Charlas con Fogata
Únase a un naturalista junto a una fogata para conocer uno de los fascinantes animales e historias del parque de Rock Creek Regional Park. Cada programa consistirá en un tema de naturaleza diferente. Siga las indicaciones hacia la fogata a la derecha del centro de la naturaleza. Los asientos en los bancos seguirán 6 pies de distanciamiento entre las familias. Siéntase libre de traer su propia lona o toalla para sentarse en el suelo. La seguridad es nuestra prioridad y los naturalistas ejecutarán el programa siguiendo las pautas de salud. Ages: 12 & up • Free Course #87123 • Thursday, Nov. 5 • 6-6:45pm
11/6 All About Animals—Mammals
Do you love all things with fur, feathers, and scales? Join a naturalist to learn about different types of animals! We will hear a story, observe an animal, play a game, and create a craft. In this session, learn about mammals and create a hedgehog-themed craft. Ifprogram is adapted to a virtual format, you will use Microsoft Teams, a game-based learning platform, and some basic craft materials. Ages: 2-5 yrs • Free Course #90830 • Friday, Nov. 6 • 10:30-11:30am
Snakes are fascinating yet highly misunderstood creatures. Learn the basics about snake biology, why we should care about snakes, and information on several of the species that call Maryland home. From the secretive and colorful rainbow snake to the social timber rattlesnake, Maryland’s snake species are highly diverse. Speaker Kerry Wixted is an education and outreach specialist for the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife and Heritage Service. Kerry runs several state-wide programs such as Project WILD for educators and Wild Acres for backyard wildlife habitat enthusiasts. We look forward to learning together again through the MS Teams video platform! The link will be emailed a few days before the presentation. Ages: 15 & up • $5 Course #88837 • Thursday, Nov. 10 • 6:30-7:30pm
11/19 Wildlife Hikes
Do you enjoy exploring the lake trails and learning about plants and animals of the park? Join us in a naturalist-led hike consisting of a few stops with engaging nature activities. Every program will have a different nature theme. This is a children focused program. Please note that the group will maintain 6 feet of social distance between families. Ages: 6 & up • Free Course #87118 • Thursday, Nov. 19 • 9:30-10:10am
11/20 Trivia Night
Are you a nature expert? Test your knowledge with a virtual trivia night! Through the Kahoot app, compete with other teens to see who reigns supreme as the ultimate nature expert! You willneedMicrosoftTeams anda game-based learning platform. Ages: 12-15 yrs • Free Course #90831 • Friday, Nov. 20 • 7-8pm
11/25 Wilderness Detectives Trail Hike
Do you think you have what it takes to be a wilderness detective? Follow the clues and solve the mysteries. Stop by the nature center and pick up your manual with insights on the tracks, scat and wildlife signs you may encounter. There are three trail scenes to investigate. Ages: 5 & up • Free Course #87135 • Wednesdays, Nov. 25-Dec. 2 • 9am-5pm
Recurring Programs
Raptor Training and Enrichment
Observe a training session and see how raptors use positive reinforcement to learn new behaviors and concepts. Meet at the Raptor Walkway through the outside fence, right of the facility entrance. Each registrant can bring 2-3 people. Ages: 6 & up • Free Course #91844 • Monday Sep. 7 • 1-1:30pm Course #91845 • Monday Sep. 14 • 1-1:30pm Course #91846 • Monday Sep. 21 • 1-1:30pm Course #91847 • Monday Sep. 28 • 1-1:30pm Course #91848 • Monday Oct. 5 • 1-1:30pm Course #91849 • Monday Oct. 12 • 1-1:30pm Course #91850 • Monday Oct. 19 • 1-1:30pm Course #91851 • Monday Oct. 26 • 1-1:30pm Course #91852 • Monday Nov. 9 • 1-1:30pm Course #91853 • Monday Nov. 16 • 1-1:30pm Course #91854 • Monday Nov. 23 • 1-1:30pm Course #91855 • Monday Nov. 30 • 1-1:30pm
Ice Skating & Hockey Group Lessons • Fall 2020
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THREE WAYS TO REGISTER ActiveMONTGOMERY.org In person at the rinks until 9pm daily. No COURSE FEES COVER Six lessons (30 or 45 minutes, depending on the class). Online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org In person at the rinks until 9pm daily. No phone registrations can be taken at the rinks. Fill out, sign and mail or fax registration form Six lessons (30 or 45 minutes, depending on the class). A practice card, good for admission for the registered student only. Practice cards are ActiveMONTGOMERY.org In person at the rinks until 9pm daily. No phone registrations can be taken at the rinks. Fill out, sign and mail or fax registration form Six lessons (30 or 45 minutes, depending on the class). A practice card, good for admission for the registered student only. Practice cards are Ice Skating, phone registrations can be taken at the rinks. Fill out, sign and mail or fax registration form A practice card, good for admission for the registered student only. Practice cards are and payment to: ActiveMONTGOMERY, 4010 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD 20902. Fax: 240-777-6818. Checks, money order and valid for the duration of your course, up until the start of the next lesson period. Number of practice sessions is based on the number and payment to: ActiveMONTGOMERY, 4010 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD 20902. Fax: 240-777-6818. Checks, money order and valid for the duration of your course, up until the start of the next lesson period. Number of practice sessions is based on the number Figure Skating & ActiveMONTGOMERY, 4010 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD 20902. Fax: 240-777-6818. Checks, money order and credit cards (NEW!) are accepted. See p. 192 for new registration info. REGISTRATION DATES Registration begins Tuesday, August and runs through Friday, September 9. Registration begins Thursday, October and runs through Tuesday November 1. Saturday, September 10 for FALL 1 Wednesday, November 2 for FALL 2, you in person only at the rink. A non-refundable $10 service fee applies. valid for the duration of your course, up until the start of the next lesson period. Number of practice sessions is based on the number and length of classes. Practice cards are non-transferable and non-refundable, and lost cards cannot be replaced. Use of rental skates for lessons and practices. PLEASE NOTE No make-ups/refunds for missed lessons. Please read course descriptions carefully, and select courses that match students’ ability and experience. At the end of each class, the instructor will evaluate each student to determine if he or she is ready to advance to the next course, or would benefit from taking the same level again before DAYS TO NOTE Holiday Hours & Closures Closed Labor Day weekend (Sept. 3-5) Closed Thanksgiving (November 24) December 24: Close early at 3pm Closed Christmas Day (December 25) December 31st: Close early at 3pm January 1: Open late at noon CLASS DATES September 11 - October 26 classes run November 3 - December 18 credit cards (NEW!) are accepted. See p. 192 for new registration info. REGISTRATION DATES Registration begins Tuesday, August and runs through Friday, September 9. Registration begins Thursday, October and runs through Tuesday November 1. Beginning Saturday, September 10 for FALL 1 Wednesday, November 2 for FALL 2, you may register in person only at the rink. A non-refundable $10 service fee applies. and length of classes. Practice cards are non-transferable and non-refundable, and lost cards cannot be replaced. Use of rental skates for lessons and practices. PLEASE NOTE No make-ups/refunds for missed lessons. Please read course descriptions carefully, and select courses that match students’ ability and experience. At the end of each class, the instructor will evaluate each student to determine if he or she is ready to advance to the next course, or would benefit from taking the same level again before moving ahead. Transfer requests will incur a $5 processing fee. No transfers can be made after the second class has met. If you see a class you like, register! Classes may be canceled if minimum enrollment DAYS TO NOTE Holiday Hours & Closures Closed Labor Day weekend (Sept. 3-5) Closed Thanksgiving (November 24) December 24: Close early at 3pm Closed Christmas Day (December 25) December 31st: Close early at 3pm January 1: Open late at noon No classes: October 2 & 3 October 11 & 12 CLASS DATES classes run September 11 - October 26 classes run November 3 - December 18 FALL 2016 credit cards (NEW!) are accepted. See p. 192 for new registration info. REGISTRATION DATES Registration begins Tuesday, August and runs through Friday, September 9. Registration begins Thursday, October and runs through Tuesday November 1. Saturday, September 10 for FALL 1 Wednesday, November 2 for FALL 2, you in person only at the rink. A non-refundable $10 service fee applies. and length of classes. Practice cards are non-transferable and non-refundable, and lost cards cannot be replaced. Use of rental skates for lessons and practices. PLEASE NOTE No make-ups/refunds for missed lessons. Please read course descriptions carefully, and select courses that match students’ ability and experience. At the end of each class, the instructor will evaluate each student to determine if he or she is ready to advance to the next course, or would benefit from taking the same level again before moving ahead. Transfer requests will incur a $5 processing fee. No transfers can be made after the second class has met. If you see a class you like, register! Classes may be canceled if minimum enrollment number is not met. DAYS TO NOTE Holiday Hours & Closures Closed Labor Day weekend (Sept. 3-5) Closed Thanksgiving (November 24) December 24: Close early at 3pm Closed Christmas Day (December 25) December 31st: Close early at 3pm January 1: Open late at noon No classes: October 2 & 3 October 11 & 12 CLASS DATES classes run September 11 - October 26 classes run November 3 - December 18 FALL 2016 FALL 1 REGISTRATION: August 24–September 9 Classes: September 11–October 26 FALL 2 REGISTRATION: October 27–November 2 Classes: November 4–December 20 Visit our website for the most current listing of classes. Hockey Lessons moving ahead. number is not met. PROGRAMS ACCESS (INCLUSION)
60Montgomery Parks: Part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission Transfer requests will incur a $5 processing fee. No transfers can be made after the second class has met. If you see a class you like, register! Classes may be canceled if minimum enrollment number is not met. ON YOUR FIRST DAY OF CLASS... No classes: October 2 & 3 October 11 & 12 PROGRAMS ACCESS (INCLUSION) SERVICES Montgomery Parks encourages and supports FALL 2016 ON YOUR FIRST DAY OF CLASS... Wear one pair of thin socks. Helmets and gloves are highly recommended for your safety. Arrive at the rink 30 minutes early for your first lesson, and 15-20 minutes early for subsequent classes. Pick up your practice card at the rink. Pick up your skates at the skate exchange. Ask for one size smaller than your sneaker size. You’ll have better balance and protection against injuries. PROGRAMS ACCESS (INCLUSION) SERVICES Montgomery Parks encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. Register a minimum of five days in advance of the program start date to request and receive a disability accommodation. In order to receive a modification or accommodation, please register for the course through ActiveMontgomery and then call or Browse the eGuide at www.MontgomeryParks.org/Guide, and register for all activities at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org ON YOUR FIRST DAY OF CLASS... Wear one pair of thin socks. Helmets and gloves are highly recommended for your safety. Arrive at the rink 30 minutes early for your first lesson, and 15-20 minutes early for subsequent classes. Pick up your practice card at the rink. Pick up your skates at the skate exchange. Ask for one size smaller than your sneaker size. You’ll have better balance and protection against injuries. SERVICES Montgomery Parks encourages and supports the participation of individuals with disabilities. Register a minimum of five days in advance of the program start date to request and receive a disability accommodation. In order to receive a modification or accommodation, please register for the course through ActiveMontgomery and then call or email the Program Access office: 301-495-2477, programaccess@montgomeryparks.org.
