Pierce County Parks 2021-22 Winter Adventure Guide + Calendar by Pierce County

ADVENTURE WINTER 2021-2022 December | January | February | March

GUIDE + CALENDAR

Daily Ice Skating

ICE BUMPER CARS

Family Game Night! ICE LIGHTS FANTASY LIGHTS

Digital Version - Updated Often! Last Revision: December 6, 2021 www.piercecountywa.gov/parks

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CONTENTS

PARKS

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06 REGISTRATION

RECREATION

08 EVENT CALENDAR

Special Event Monthly Calendar

28 PROGRAMS

Youth/Teen/Adult Specialized Rec

34 ICE ARENA

Ice Bumper Cars Ice Skating/Hockey

40 TENNIS

Gorin Tennis at Sprinker

41 GOLF

Chambers Bay Golf Course Lake Spanaway Golf Course

FEATURE STORY

DIRECTORY

42 PARKS TEAM

Staff/Community Centers Contact Info

48 WTA GEAR LIBRARY

44 MAP

Moving into WTA’s Pierce County Gear Library. Photo by Loren Drummond, courtesy of WTA.

Locations/Amenities

NATURAL LANDS

46 DID YOU KNOW?

52 PROJECTS & PLANS

Film Photography Shoots

47 VENUES

Check Out Hiking Gear

Updates

53 PITCH IN FOR PARKS

Private Rental

Volunteer Opportunities

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WINTER REGISTRATION BEGINS NOV 22

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THREE CONVENIENT WAYS TO REGISTER! WALK IN LOCATIONS:

ONLINE

Spanaway Regional Park Sprinker Recreation Center

WWW.PIERCECOUNTYWA.GOV/REGISTER

14824 C St S, Tacoma, WA 98444 (253) 798-4000 | Mon - Sun | 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Please Note: A 5% transaction fee (up to $2.50) will be charged during check-out.

Stan & Joan Cross Park Frederickson Community Center

CALL US

4420 Military Road E, Tacoma, WA 98446 (253) 798-4055 | Mon - Fri | 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

253-798-4177

Meridian Habitat Park & Center

Please be prepared to provide a credit card number

14422 Meridian E, Puyallup, WA 98375 (253) 798-4049 | Mon - Fri | 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

during registration.

Chambers Creek Regional Park Environmental Services Building

WALK IN

9850 64th St W, University Place, WA 98467 (253) 798-4141 | Mon - Fri | 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION • • • • • • •

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Pre-registration is required for all classes unless otherwise stated. All fees are due at the time of registration. No “on-site” registration will be taken by instructors. All classes/programs have a minimum and maximum enrollment. Registration is required prior to posted dealines to ensure class minimums are met. Third party ticket/registrations are not endorsed or accepted. We will make every attempt to increase maximum enrollment and/or add additional program offerings when there is a waiting list. There is a $25 service fee for all returned checks and declined credit cards.

Holiday Office Closures Thanksgiving Day Christmas Day New Years Day

Thurs, Nov 25 Sat, Dec 25 Sat, Jan 1 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. DayMon, Jan 17 President’s Day Mon, Feb 21

Happy children ready to recreate! Photo courtesy of ActiveNet.

FULL OR CANCELLED CLASSES: Classes may fill quickly or classes may be cancelled due to low enrollment. If you have registered for a class that must be cancelled you will be contacted and entitled to a full refund. Please feel free to contact Pierce County Parks Administration Office or Sprinker Recreation Center the day before your class starts to make sure the class has not been cancelled. PAYMENT: Pre-payment is required at the time all activitiy registrations or reservations are made. We accept VISA, MasterCard, cash and checks payable to Pierce County Parks. Please Note: a $25 NSF fee will be added on returned checks. ACCOMMODATIONS: To request an accommodation, please call 253-798-4177. MEDICAL INSURANCE: All participants should have their own medical insurance to cover any injuries sustained while participating in any Pierce County Parks activity. Pierce County will not be financially responsible for any medical expenses. PHOTO/VIDEO NOTICE: Pierce County Parks staff may video record or take photos of participants in programs and special events, or people in or on park properties.Those recordings and photos may be used for promotional purposes in print, on television, on our website or social media platforms. INCLEMENT WEATHER: In the event of severe weather conditions it is the participant’s responsibility to contact the center regarding the status of classes, meetings or activities. FAIR PLAY IN COMMUNITY SPORTS: Pierce County specifically prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of gender in the operation, conduct or administration of its community athletics programs for youth and adults.

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GENERAL REFUND POLICY: A request for a full refund will be granted only if the request is presented before the first class begins. After classes have started, your refund request will be issued on a prorated basis, however no refunds will be issued after the start of the 3rd class. Refund requests must be presented 24 hours prior to one-day seminar/workshops. We regret that refunds cannot be made for programs, classes, clinics or trips consisting of 4 or less sessions unless approved by the Supervisor. Please call for specific program refund policies. LIABILITY RELEASE WAIVER: Registering for any of our programs implies you have read, understood and agree to the following: For and in consideration of permission to participate in the recreation activity, I the undersigned participant (if over age 18) or parent or guardian (if participant is under 18) completely release and agree to indemnify and hold Pierce County and its employees, its hired or contracted instructors and any other person, volunteers or organizations affiliated with Pierce County in connection with this recreation activity harmless from and against any and all liability for any injury or damage from negligence or otherwise which may be suffered by the participant arising out of or in any way connected with this recreation activity. I realize that recreation activities have an inherent risk of physical injury. If the participant has any physical ailments or conditions which might affect his/her health by participating in the activity, I have consulted a physician or other medical authority and received permission to participate. I understand that photographs/videos taken of Parks and Recreation Programs may be used by the Department of Parks and Recreation for promoting our programs, classes, events, in print, tv, or on the website. DISCLAIMER: This Adventure Guide is a general schedule of programs, activities, and events. Dates, times, and locations are subject to change. For updated information, call 253-798-4177 or visit us online at www.piercecountywa.gov/parks.

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DEC 4 SANTA PAWS

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Santa Paws is Coming to Town! Dress your furry friend in their best holiday outfit and come out for pictures with Santa Claus. Treats and refreshments will be available for both dogs and their owners. Photos will be available for download the following week. The Humane Society for Tacoma & Pierce County will be onsite accepting pet-friendly donations. AGE: All Ages LOCATION DAY DATE Sat Dec 4

FEE: $5/family (fee covers all family pets) Chambers Creek Regional Park - Central Meadow TIME REGISTER BY CODE 10 am - 2 pm Nov 29 16756

DEC 11 SANTA’S SLEIGH 5K - #5 RUN THE FUN! 5K SERIES

It’s time to get into the holiday spirit! Join us in your finest ugly holiday sweaters, Santa suits, and festive attire to celebrate the season! Hot cocoa, music, giveaways, and more! The beautifully forested 5K course on the Nathan Chapman Memorial Trail is very flat and stroller friendly. Pegistration includes a race bib and Santa’s Sleigh 5K keepsake medal! The 5K course is USATF certified and chip timed. Pre-register only. No day of race registration. • •

In-Person Run: Packet Pick-up: Dec 8 at Meridian Habitat Center from 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Virtual Run: Packets will be mailed via USPS on Friday, December 3rd.

AGE: All Ages LOCATION OPTION in-person Virtual

FEE: $15/12 yr & under, $30/13 yr & over, $20/virtual Heritage Recreation Center - Nathan Chapman Memorial Trail DAY DATE CHECK-IN TIME START TIME REGISTER BY Sat Dec 11 8:30 am 9:30 am Nov 29 Fri-Sun Dec 10-12 any time you like Nov 29

DEC 11 ASHFORD ELF HUNT

After a trip to Mount Rainier, Santa’s elves are continuing their expedition at Ashford Park, and we need your help to ensure they make it back to the North Pole before Christmas! Come out and enjoy some hot chocolate and freshly popped popcorn while you search Ashford Park for these adventurous elves. Return them to our staff on site, and receive a goody bag of fun as a reward! This event will be held rain, snow, or shine. AGE: All Ages LOCATION Ashford Park

FEE: FREE DAY DATE TIME Sat Dec 11 11:00 am - 3 pm

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DEC 17 CANDY CANE HUNT

It’s a rumor that Santa will be leaving candy canes around Cross Park! Come join us as we prepare for the big hunt with cocoa, crafts and decorations. Please bring your own flashlight. Bring a bag or decorate one at the community center. Candy canes will be limited. AGE: All Ages FEE: $8/child (parents are free) LOCATION Cross Park REGISTER BY Dec 14 DAY DATE TIME Fri DEC 17 5:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:00 pm

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Winter hiking and snowshoeing is fun for the whole family but require additional safety considerations and planning. Washington Trails Association is here to help you plan, research where to go, and prepare for your next outdoor experience. Join this presentation and discussion for tips and tricks on winter safety and get ready for a winter of outdoor adventures. AGE: All Ages FEE: $5/participant LOCATION DAY DATE Meridian Habitat Park Sat Dec 18

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DEC 18 CHAMBERS ELF HUNT

Santa’s Elves were excited when Mrs. Claus said they could continue their exploration of Washington State and make their way to Chambers Creek Regional Park, after exploring Ashford Park. They can be tricksters, so it’s up to us to make sure they get back to the North Pole in time for Christmas! Come out and enjoy some hot chocolate and freshly popped popcorn while you search Chambers Creek Regional Park for these adventurous elves. Return them to our staff on site and receive a goody bag as a reward. AGE: All Ages FEE: FREE LOCATION Chambers Creek Regional Park-North Meadow

DAY DATE Sat Dec 18

TIME 11:00 am - 3 pm

NOV 26 - JAN 2 FANTASY LIGHTS

Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park is the largest holiday drive-through display in the Northwest, featuring nearly 300 elaborate displays and thousands of sparkling lights. The beautiful two-mile drive along Spanaway Lake has become a memorable tradition for the entire family. AGE: All Ages FEE: $15-$20/car, mini-bus (up to 24 passengers | $10/discount nights LOCATION TICKETS ONLINE ONLY TIME DISCOUNT NIGHTS Spanaway Park www.piercecountywa.gov/fantasylights 5:30-9:00 pm Nov 29-Dec 2 | Dec 27-Jan 2

DEC 1 - JAN 2 ICE LIGHTS

ICE lights is a new lighted ice experience. Ice skate around a giant singing Christmas tree surrounded by thousands of twinkling holiday lights. Occassional indoor snow flurries in the arena, drop letters to Santa in the mail station, ride the ice bumper cars, and capture the memories in the numerous photo opps. Experience the winter wonderland in the transformed ice rink with over 35,000 lights and animated displays. AGE: All Ages

ICE SKATING FEE: $8.50/adult | $7.50/youth | $5.50/child | $3.50/skate rental ICE BUMPER CAR FEE: $12/person LOCATION TICKETS & SCHEDULE ONLINE ONLY Sprinker Recreation Center www.piercecountywa.gov/icelights

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Nov 26 - Jan 2 Dec 1 - Jan 2 Dec 4 Dec 11

Fantasy Lights Ice Lights Santa Paws Santa’s Sleigh 5K

Dec 11 Dec 17 Dec 18 Dec 18

Ashford Elf Hunt Candy Cane Hunt Chambers Elf Hunt Winter Safety in the Outdoors

Red holiday bear light display at the 2018 Fantasy Lights event. Photo by Sangkros Lok.

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Registration Deadline: Jazzercize Tae Kwon Do

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Santa’s Sleigh 5K Ashford Elf Hunt Fantasy Lights Ice Lights

Candy Cane Hunt Fantasy Lights

Registration Deadline: Candy Cane Hunt

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Winter Safety in the Outdoors Chambers Elf Hunt Fantasy Lights

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Fantasy Lights Ice Lights

New Year’s Day

*Parks Administrative Offices are CLOSED* Fantasy Lights - OPEN Ice Lights - CLOSED Registration Deadline: No Sun Fun Run 5K Tae Kwon Do

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JAN 15 NO SUN FUN RUN 5K

Rain, sleet, or snow, the “No Sun Fun Run” will take place no matter what weather our South Sound winter provides. This beautifully forested 5K course is very flat and is stroller friendly! The run is a non-competitive, chip-timed event. Runners check-in and start at Heritage Recreation Center. We welcome all ages and abilities. Registration includes a race bib and keepsake medal. All participants and spectators must wear a mask at this event. Runners only may remove their mask to eat or drink and when running in the event. T-shirts will not be available for purchase. Pre-registration required. No day of race entry.

Runners at the 2016 No Sun Fun Run. Photo by Pierce County Parks.

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In-person Run: Check-in - 9:30 am | Packet Pick-up: Jan 10th at Meridian Habitat Center from 8:00 am - 8:00 pm Virtual Run: Packets will be mailed via USPS on date??

AGE: All Ages FEE: $15/12 yr & under, $30/13 yr & over, $20/virtual LOCATION DAY DATE START TIME REGISTER BY CODE Heritage Recreation Center Sat Jan 15 10:00 am January 1 16841 - Nathan Chapman Memorial Trail Virtual Option Fri-Mon Jan 15-17 any time! January 1 16642

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JAN 29 MID-WINTER WALK

Celebrate the cold and dark of winter by spending time outside! Bring your favorite people and enjoy an enchanted stroll through the lit trails at South Hill Park and Nathan Chapman Trail. Enjoy delightful surprises along the .7 mile loop! One registration fee includes a lantern for your group and a start time window. AGE: All Ages TICKETS: $10/person | Online Only LOCATION South Hill Community Park - Playground DAY DATE TIME Sat Jan 29 5:30 - 7:30 pm

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JANUARY SPECIAL EVENTS Jan 15-17 Jan 29

No Sun Fun Run Mid-Winter Walk

Smiling runners at the 2012 No Sun Fun Run. Photo by Pierce County Parks.

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Registration Deadlines Jan 1 Jan 1 Jan 20 Jan 28

No Sun Fun Run Tae Kwon Do Bricks 4 Kids-Minecraft Daddy Daughter Dance

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Registration Deadline: Bricks 4 Kidz - Minecraft

Fantasy Lights Ice Lights

No Sun Fun Run virtual

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day *Parks Administrative Offices are CLOSED*

No Sun Fun Run in-person/virtual

No Sun Fun Run virtual

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FEB 5 DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE

Fathers and Daughters, enjoy an evening just for you! All ages welcome, come prepared to dance the night away. An array of music w A professional photographer will be on site to commemorate this fun evening! Reasonable priced photo packages are offered and ava Pictures will start at 6:30 pm. Pre-Registration Required. AGE: All Ages FEE: $20/couple, $8/each additional daughter LOCATION DAY DATE TIME Sprinker Recreation Center - Rainier Room Sat Feb 5 7:00 - 9 pm

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FEB 11-12 SEASONS OF LOVE ICE SHOW

Come join us and celebrate the “Season Of Love” with your family and friends on the ice this Valentine’s Weekend. “Seasons of Love” is an ice show for the entire family to enjoy. Life is precious and so are our loved ones. Our cast of skaters will skate to music that celebrates the theme of love as it relates to our many stages in life. Love is the most precious gift we have to share and we can’t wait to celebrate this heartfelt time of year with you! AGE: All Ages TICKETS ($15) on sale Jan 3 / Online Only LOCATION Sprinker Recreation Center - Ice Arena PERFORMANCE DATE TIME Friday Feb 11 6:00 pm Saturday Feb 12 2:00 pm | 6:00 pm

FEB 26 PRINCESS PARTY

All Princess’s and Princess’s in training are invited to come the annual Princess Party. Come dressed in your ball gowns and tiaras for this fabulous afternoon event. Our Fairy Godmother waved her magic wand to convert the Meridian Habitat Community Center into a beautiful Ball Room. All Princesses’ will receive a gift bag, refreshments, and snacks. AGE: All Ages LOCATION DAY DATE Sat Feb 26

FEE: $14/princess Meridian Habitat Park TIME REGISTER BY 2:00-4:00 pm February 23

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Feb 5 Feb 11-12 Feb 26

Daddy Daughter Dance Seasons of Love Ice Show Princess Party

Cinderella, Belle, and the Beast at the 2018 Princess Party. Photo by Pierce County Parks

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President’s Day

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Belly Dancing Bricks 4 Kidz-Superheroes PCA Cheer Clinic Tae Kwon Do Learn-To-Skate

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Registration Deadline: Bricks 4 Kidz - Superheroes

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Wedding ceremony at the Environmental Services Building. Photos by Lauren Bentley Photography and Pierce County Parks.

MARCH 5-6 WEDDING SHOWCASE AT THE ESB

Join us for our Spring Wedding Showcase at the Environmental Services Building (The ESB) in University Place. This is the perfect opportunity to preview our amazing venue overlooking Puget Sound. Experience the latest entertainment, preferred catering, photography, and connect with local vendors to plan your special day. This event is $5 per group (max 5) and pre-registration is required. Raffle tickets will be handed out upon entry for a chance to win prizes each day. Guests, 21 years of age and older with ID, will receive a beverage sample upon entry courtesy of our beverage partner and Showcase vendor, KemperSports. AGE: All Ages FEE: $5/group (up to 5 people) LOCATION Chambers Creek Regional Park - Environmental Services Building DAY DATE TIME Sat Mar 5 10:00 am - 2 pm Sun Mar 6 10:00 am - 2 pm

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MARCH 11 FAMILY GAME NIGHT

Come join us for a night filled with family FUN! We will be playing a wide verity of games for all ages, life size yard games, snacks and drinks. Along with games we will have a raffle and random prizes given away. When you register you will receive a raffle ticket at check in.

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FEE: $20/family of 6, $3/each additional family member Meridian Habitat Park - Community Center TIME REGISTER BY CODE 6:30 - 8:30 pm March 9 16843

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Wedding Showcase at the ESB Family Game Night

Wedding ceremony at the Environmental Services Building. Photo by Lauren Bentley Photography

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Registration Deadline: Annual Family Bingo Night

MARCH ProgramS Bricks 4 Kidz-Superheroes Tae Kwon Do Learn-To-Skate

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Registration Deadlines March 1 Tae Kwon Do March 9 Family Game Night March 15 Frontier Park Yard Sale March 18 Bricks 4 Kidz - Superheroes March 21 Annual Family Bingo Night

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Smiling family at the 2016 Annual Family Bingo Night. Photo by Pierce County Parks.

APRIL 1 ANNUAL FAMILY BINGO NIGHT

Gather your family and friends for a fun-filled evening! Please bring your own highlighter or bingo daubers. Extra game cards and daubers will be available for purchase at the door. Prizes will be awarded to the winner of each game. Concessions will be onsite. Space is limited. Pre-registration required. Doors will open at 6:00pm. AGE: All Ages LOCATION DAY DATE Fri April 1

FEE: $5/person (includes 6 bingo sheets), 3 & under are free Chambers Creek Regional Park - Environmental Services Building TIME REGISTRATION OPENS REGISTER BY CODE 6:30 - 9 pm January 10 March 21 16855

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APRIL 2 FRONTIER PARK YARD SALE

Shoopers at the 2016 Frontier Park Yard Sale. Photo by Pierce County Parks.

Don’t worry about the weather at this yard sale because it will be held in the horse barns. Discover great finds or sell your stuff by reserving a horse stall. Space is limited. Please no MLM or Direct Sales. Register on line at www.piercecountywa.gov/parks or by calling 253-798-4049. AGE: All Ages LOCATION DAY DATE Sat April 2

VENDOR FEE: $25/stall - limit 2 Frontier Park Barns TIME STALL 9:00 am - 3 pm 10’ x 10’

FREE ADMISSION/PARKING FOR SHOPPERS REGISTRATION OPENS January 3

APRIL 16 BUNNY BUNDLES

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Bring the kiddos for a drive by visit with the Easter Bunny and receive a basket full of goodies including 15 filled eggs. AGE: All Ages LOCATION DAY DATE Sat April 16

FEE: $10/person Chambers Creek Regional Park TIME REGISTRATION OPENS 10 am - 2 pm January 10

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YOUTH programs Bricks 4 Kidz® LEGO® Minecraft

Experience the world of Minecraft® using LEGO® bricks in this fun 4-week series of Bricks 4 Kidz® “Mining & Crafting” classes. Minecraft is a game about placing blocks to build anything you can imagine. Kids will craft familiar mobs, critters, and tools using LEGO bricks and motors. All students take home a custom minifigure (kits are reused not taken home). AGE: 6-12 yr FEE: $64 CLASSES: 4 LOCATION DAY START END TIME REGISTER BY CODE Meridian Habitat Park - Auditorium Thurs Jan 27 Feb 17 4:30 - 5:30 pm January 20 16846 Sprinker Recreation Center - Cedar Room Fri Jan 28 Feb 18 6:00 - 7 pm January 21 16856

LEGO® Superheroes

Join Bricks 4 Kidz® for a 4-week series of classes building Super Heroes with LEGO® bricks. Kids will recognize a family of incredible heroes, hero guardians in space, teen heroes, and of course their favorite classic heroes. Explore caped crusaders and discover their superpowers. We’ll build characters, vehicles, and gadgets using LEGO bricks and motors. All students take home a custom minifigure (kits are reused not taken home). AGE: 6-12 yr FEE: $64 CLASSES: 4 LOCATION DAY START END TIME REGISTER BY CODE Meridian Habitat Park - Auditorium Thurs Mar 3 Mar 24 4:30 - 5:30 pm February 24 16847 Sprinker Recreation Center - Cedar Room Fri Mar 4 Mar 25 6:00 - 7 pm March 18 16857

Challenger International Soccer Tiny Tykes

Tiny Tykes is a new and exciting program focusing on the development of children aged 2-5 years old. Our soccer experts and child development professionals have designed an innovative curriculum that introduces the young soccer stars to the basic skills needed in soccer as well as developing their motor, social and psychological skills. Our international and locally based soccer staff are experts at working with young children and will combine soccer with fun games, stories and activities that keep your children entertained and enthused to return the next week! Includes a soccer ball and uniform. AGE: 2-5yr FEE: $100/participant CLASSES: 6 LOCATION DAY START END TIME REGISTER BY CODE South Hill Park - Field #1 Fri Mar 4 April 8 2:00 - 2:45 pm (2-3yr/cubs) February 25 16849 South Hill Park - Field #1 Fri Mar 4 Aoril 8 3:00 - 3:45 pm (4-5yr/lions) February 25 16850

Next Level Skills League

This is a 6 week soccer program that involves one training session per week coached by Challenger’s licensed and professional Soccer Coaches. The program focuses on developing the individual technical skills of each player with emphasis on ball familiarity, dribbling, individual moves, turns & tricks. Players will also compete in organized games where they will put into practice the skills they have worked on in their training sessions. The small-sided games will maximize the contact that each player has with the ball and in turn provide the maximum opportunity for skill development. Includes a soccer ball and t-shirt. AGE: 6-12yr FEE: $100/child CLASSES: 6 LOCATION DAY START END TIME REGISTER BY CODE South Hill Park - Field #1 Fri Mar 4 April 8 4:00 - 5 pm (6-8yr) February 25 16852 South Hill Park - Field #1 Fri Mar 4 April 8 5:00 - 6 pm (9-12yrlions) February 25 16853

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PCA - Cheer Clinic

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Puyallup Cheer Academy is excited to continue its partnership with Pierce County Parks by offering the community a cheer clinic. Experienced coaches will focus on cheer technique, jumps, kicks and dance. At the end of the clinic, families will be invited to a performance where the kids can showcase their new skills they have developed throughout the day! Puyallup Cheer Academy strives to provide a positive environment that allows participants to learn and build skills for the future. AGE: 8 - 18 yr FEE: $50/participant LOCATION DAY DATE TIME REGISTER BY CODE Meridian Habitat Park - Auditorium Fri Feb 18 2:00 - 4 pm February 17 16845

Ice Skating Lessons Fun for all ages and abilities! New classes starting soon. - see page 36

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TEEN/ADULT programs Tae Kwon Do

Build self-discipline, agility, balance, strength and speed. Students are built from the inside out and must face strict standards for advancement including physical, mental and written tests. Learn Olympic style, traditional weapons and boxing training. This class is taught by career instructors with multiple years of experience. AGE: 8 & over FEE: $45, +$35 each additional family member CLASSES: Monthly, 2x/week LOCATION DAY START END NO CLASS TIME CODE Sprinker Recreation Center Mon/Thurs Dec 2 Dec 30 N/A 6:00 - 8 pm 16783 Sprinker Recreation Center Mon/Thurs Jan 3 Jan 31 Jan 17 6:00 - 8 pm 16784 Sprinker Recreation Center Mon/Thurs Feb 3 Feb 28 Feb 21 6:00 - 8 pm 16785 Sprinker Recreation Center Mon/Thurs Mar 3 Mar 31 N/A 6:00 - 8 pm 16786

Jazzercise

Strike, Fusion, Core, Strength, and Dance Mixx will leave you breathless, toned and coming back for more. Start working it... with Jazzercise! Classes will strictly adhere to current health requirements and will be limited to 10 students. Registration is required. Contact southhilljazzercise@yahoo.com for registration. AGE: 18 & over FEE: $15/single class, $45/month, $100/10 class pass LOCATION Meridian Habitat Park - Auditorium DAY START END NO CLASS TIME Tues/Thurs Dec 2 Mar 31 N/A *10:00 - 10:45 am Mon/Tues/Thurs Dec 2 Mar 31 N/A *6:00 - 6:45 pm * Classes are currently 45 minutes due to COVID restrictions/mask mandate. Once the mandate has been lifted, classes will resume their previous full hour schedule.

Belly Dance

Middle Eastern Belly Dance is a low-impact form of dance appropriate for all body types and backgrounds. Learn history, basic movements, isolation techniques, and more. No dance experience necessary. All ages, shapes, genders welcome. Come with a willingness to learn make new friends, laugh and have a good time. AGE: 18 & over FEE: $55 CLASSES: 6 LOCATION DAY START END TIME CODE Sprinker Recreation Center Tues Jan 4 Feb 8 6:00 - 7 pm 16788 Sprinker Recreation Center Tues Feb 22 Mar 29 6:00 - 7 pm 16789 Frederickson Community Center Wed Jan 5 Feb 9 6:00 - 7 pm 16859 Frederickson Community Center Wed Feb 23 Mar 30 6:00 - 7 pm 16860

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ice arena

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SPANAWAY REGIONAL PARK Sprinker Recreation Center

m Phone: 253-798-4000 o Address: 14824 C St S, Tacoma WA, 98444 K Website: www.piercecountywa.gov/sprinker

Holiday Building Hours Thanksgiving Day Thurs, Nov 25

Closed

Christmas Eve

Friday, Dec 24

7 am - 3 pm

Christmas Day

Sat, Dec 25

Closed

New Years Eve

Friday, Dec 31

7 am - 3 pm

New Years Day

Sat, Jan 1

Closed

Sprinker Recreation Center is your community recreation headquarters. Nowhere in Pierce County will you find more family activities than right here on your back door step. We offer indoor and outdoor recreational facilities for all ages and abilities. First rate classes, programs and community events are what make Sprinker Recreation Center the place to play. Programs currently offered: Ice Skating/Hockey, Tennis, Racquetball, Pickleball, Basketball, Skateboarding, Adult & Youth Recreation, Adult Slowpitch, Ice Bumper Cars, and Public Skate Sessions.

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LEARN-TO-SKATE

PROGRAM INFORMATION:

Sprinker’s Learn to Skate Program is for all ages 4 to Adult who want to skate for fun or interested in becoming a serious figure skater or hockey player in a group class setting. Our program follows the Ice Sports Industry’s (ISI) Learn To Skate curriculum which offers classes that are designed for the recreational to advanced skater; with teaching, testing, and award ribbon/patches available for different levels of achievement in basic skills and freestyle. Levels of instruction include: PreSkate 1, 2, 3 & 4, Beginning 1 & 2, PreAlpha, Alpha 1 & 2, Beta 1 & 2, Gamma 1 & 2, Delta 1 & 2, Beginning Freestyle, Freestyle 1, 2, & 3, Beginning Freestyle 4. Check out what you will learn here: LINK TO SKILLS

All New Skaters should register for PreSkate 1 Ages: 4-6, Beginning 1 Ages: 7 + Skaters are evaluated during the first 2 weeks and placed in the appropriate class level. At the end of the 8 or 9 week session, skaters will be tested and may earn a ribbon/patch before advancing to the next level. Each skater will receive on the day of lesson • 30 minutes of instruction • Rental Figure or Hockey Skates • Practice time on the public session following the lesson • Skill assessment on the last day of class which will include a Ribbon or ISI Patch recognizing the skaters achievement • Two complimentary admissions to any regular price public skating session.

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REGISTRATION:

Registration can be done in person at Sprinker Recreation Center, or by phone with a visa or mastercard by calling 253-798-4000 or online at www.piercecountywa.gov/2372/Learn-to-Skate It is recommended that returning skaters wait to register until after their skills test on the last day of class. Pre-Registration is required prior to the first day of class. SESSION Session 2 Class Dates

SESSION DATES REGISTRATION DATES Nov. 22-Feb. 3 Now Enrolling Group ice skating lessons. Mon Nov. 22-Jan. 24 No class on Dec. 20, 27 Photo by Pierce County Parks. Wed Dec. 1-Feb. 2 No class on Dec. 22, 29 Thur Dec. 2-Feb. 3 No class on Dec. 23, 30 Sprinker Recreation Center Coaches are highly qualified skating Sat Classes no offered – resumes Feb. 5 professionals trained to offer you instruction that will provide the best foundation for ice skating. Jan. 31-April 2 December 15

PROFESSIONAL STAFF:

Session 3 Class Dates

CLASS TIMES Monday Wednesday Thursday Saturday

Mon Wed Thur Sat

Jan. 31-Mar. 28 Feb. 9-Mar. 30 Feb. 10-Mar. 31 Feb. 5-April 2

No class on Feb. 21 NA NA No class on Feb. 19

5:45-6:15pm, 6:15-6:45pm 5:45-6:15pm, 6:15-6:45pm 10:30-11:00am 11:00-11:30am, 11:30am-12:00pm

PROGRAM COST 8 weeks – Session 2 8 weeks – Session 3

Figure Skating Program Coordinator and ISI President Janice Teodoro-Forbes Ice Skating Coaches: Brooke Bowman, Stephanie Burgess, Ashley Haywood, Jordan Lee, Lisa Martin, Stacey Norris, Glenn Patterson, SueEllen Quick, Jennifer Rubin, Heidi Sullivan and Natalie Thompson. Meet Your Coaches!

$80.00 $80.00

ISI Membership* $15.00 Sept. 1, 2021-August 31, 2022 *Required for All Learn To Skate Participants. Joining ISI for the 1st time online, add it to the cart before check out, you will not need to provide the ISI number.

SKATING ATTIRE:

Beginning skaters are strongly encouraged to wear an All-Sport safety helmet or Crash head band. All Skaters should wear gloves, long pants, warm layered clothing, appropriate socks (not too thick). Freestyle level skaters should wear skating attire such as yoga pants, joggers, leggings. Long hair should be pulled back away from the face and are encouraged to have their own figure skates.

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Are You Ready to Skate? Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of class! Did you remember socks, helmet, gloves and a great attitude! Attendance Punch Card will be given at the Control Room on the first day of class. Card must be shown/punched each week. Pre-registration is required and may not be available on the first day of class.

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Monday

Wednesday

8 weeks - $80 5:45/6:15 pm

Nov 22 - Jan 24

Thursday

Saturday

8 weeks - $80 10:30 am

Dec 1 - Feb 2

Dec 2 - Feb 3

No class Dec 20, 27

No class Dec 22, 29

No class Dec 23, 30

Not Offered until session 3

Preskate 1-4

5:45 - 6:15 pm

10:30 - 11 am

Beginning 1 Beginning 2 PreAlpha Alpha 1 & 2 Beta 1 & 2 Gamma 1 & 2 Delta 1 & 2

5:45 - 6:15 pm 5:45 - 6:15 pm *5:45 - 6:15 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm

10:30 - 11 am 10:30 - 11 am 10:30 - 11 am 10:30 - 11 am 10:30 - 11 am NA NA

NA NA NA NA NA NA NA

Beg. Freestyle & FS 1 Beg. Freestyle 2 & FS 2 Beg. Freestyle 3 & FS 3 Beg. Freestyle 4

6:15 - 6:45 pm NA NA NA

6:15 - 6:45 pm *5:45 - 6:15 pm NA NA

NA NA NA NA

practice time 6:45 pm

practice time 11 am

Now Registering! AGES 4 TO 6 YEARS

AGES 7 THROUGH ADULT

ADVANCED LEVELS - ALL AGES

Day of Lesson Practice Time

* Class time subject to change based on enrollment.

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Registration opens Dec 15!

Monday

Wednesday Thursday Jan 31 - March 28 Feb 9 - Mar 30 Feb 10 - Mar 31

Saturday Feb 5 - April 2

8 weeks - $80 5:45/6:15 pm

8 weeks - $80 10:30 am

8 weeks - $80 11:00 am/11:30 pm

No class Feb 14

No class Feb 19

Preskate 1-4

5:45 - 6:15 pm

10:30 - 11 am

11 - 11:30 am

Beginning 1 Beginning 2 PreAlpha Alpha 1 & 2 Beta 1 & 2 Gamma 1 & 2 Delta 1 & 2

5:45 - 6:15 pm 5:45 - 6:15 pm *5:45 - 6:15 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm 6:15 - 6:45 pm

10:30 - 11 am 10:30 - 11 am 10:30 - 11 am 10:30 - 11 am 10:30 - 11 am NA NA

11:30 am - 12 pm 11:30 am - 12 pm 11:30 am - 12 pm 11:30 am - 12 pm 11:30 am - 12 pm 11:30 am - 12 pm 11:30 am - 12 pm

Beg. Freestyle & FS 1 Beg. Freestyle 2 & FS 2 Beg. Freestyle 3 & FS 3 Beg. Freestyle 4

6:15 - 6:45 pm NA NA NA

6:15 - 6:45 pm *5:45 - 6:15 pm NA NA

NA NA NA NA

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practice time 6:45 pm

practice time 11 am

practice time 12 pm

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AGES 7 THROUGH ADULT

ADVANCED LEVELS - ALL AGES

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Advanced Skaters Freestyle Sessions

Freestyle sessions are practice sessions reserved for figure skaters of all ages and abilities who are taking private lessons. All skaters must be registered as an ISI Learn To Skate member and/or a member of U.S. Figure Skating. To reserve freestyle session time book online.

Private Lessons

Some students find that individual instruction is the best way to fine-tune their skating skills. Fees are paid directly to the instructor and do not include ice time or skate rental. For private lesson information please contact: Figure Skating Director Janice Forbes 253-798-4045

janice.forbes@piercecountywa.gov

Lakewood Winter Club

The Club’s mission is to provide opportunities for skaters to develop and achieve individual potential through a total quality competitive skating program. The Club’s Professional Staff coach learnto-skate through U.S. Figure Skating levels in group or private lessons.

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Pierce County Parks Administrative Offices Environmental Services Building - the ESB Chambers Creek Regional Park

m Info: 253-798-4177 k Email: pcparks@piercecountywa.gov o Address: 9850 64th St W, University Place, WA 98467 K Website: www.piercecountywa.gov/parks

Executive Team Director: Roxanne Miles | Roxanne.Miles@piercecountywa.gov Deputy Director: Kyle Wintermute, CPRP | Kyle.Wintermute@piercecountywa.gov Superintendent of Administrative Services: Janel Krilich | Janel.Krilich@piercecountywa.gov Business & Financial Operations Manager: JJ Knechtel | Jonathan.Knechtel@piercecountywa.gov Superintendent of Resource Stewardship: Kimberly Freeman | Kimberly.Freeman@piercecountywa.gov

Regional Operations Team

Parks & Recreation Manager - West Region: NeSha Thomas-Schadt, CPRP Parks & Recreation Manager - Central Region: Andrea Clay, CPRP Parks & Recreation Manager - North Region: Johnathan Laughery Parks & Recreation Manager - South Region: Nicholas Tosaya

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Community Centers

Environmental Services Building view from the ceremony lawn. Photo by Shani Stewart

Environmental Services Building - the ESB Chambers Creek Regional Park

m Phone: 253-798-4141 k Email: pceventrental@piercecountywa.gov o Address: 9850 64th St W, University Place, WA 98467

Frederickson Community Center Stan and Joan Cross Park

m Phone: 253-798-4055 o Address: 4420 Military Road East, Tacoma WA, 98446

Lakewood Community Center

m Phone: 253-798-4199 o Address: 9112 Lakewood Dr SW, Lakewood, WA 98499

Meridian Habitat Park and Center

m Phone: 253-798-4049 o Address: 14422 Meridian E, Puyallup, WA 98375

Sprinker Recreation Center Spanaway Regional Park

m Phone: 253-798-4000 k Email: srceventrentals@piercecountywa.gov o Address: 14824 C St S, Tacoma WA, 98444

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Explore Pierce County Parks Jobs: www.piercecountywa.gov/jobs

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D Environm

Chambers Creek Regional Park

9850 64th St W University Place 9 parking, restroom er service, execut playfields, walking rental, meeting ro kitchen

6320 Grandview Dr W University Place 98467 parking, restrooms, playground, trails, beach access, customer service, venue rental, event lawn, off-leash dog park

B Chambers Bay Friends walking in Spanaway Park. Photo by Tiffany O’dell.

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Golf Course

6320 Grandview Dr W University Place 98467 www.chambersbaygolf.com

C Chambers Creek Canyon Trail

6701 67th St Ct SW University Place 98467 walking trail

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Goodrich Dr NW & Purdy 98329 parking, beach ac ramp

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CENTRAL REGION H Dawson Playfield

1605 90th St E, Tacoma 98445 parking, restrooms, playground, walking track, basketball courts, covered picnic shelters, softball field

I Gonyea Playfield

13422 10th Ave S (& 136th St S) Tacoma 98444 parking, restrooms, playground, multipurpose fields, basketball court

J Lidford Playfield

58th St & 44th Ave E, Tacoma 98391 parking, walking loop

K Mayfair Playfield

13510 13th Ave Ct E, Parkland 98445 parking, playground

L Parkland Prairie

Tule Lake Road S @ Yakima Ave S Tacoma 98444 parking, ADA nature trail

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V Riverside Park

N Lake Spanaway Golf Course

south region

801 Military Road (& Bresemann Blvd) Spanaway 98444 parking, trails, creek

15602 Pacific Ave S, Tacoma 98444 www.lakespanawaygc.com

O Spanaway Park

14905 Bresemann Blvd S (& Military Rd S) Spanaway WA 98387 parking, restrooms, playground, covered picnic shelters, trails, beach/lake access, boat launch, boathouse, summer gate fees

P Sprinker

Recreation Center

7800 Riverside Dr E, Sumner 98390 parking, restrooms, boat slide, disc golf course, BMX track www.rivervalleybmxracing.com

W Ashford County Park

29801 SR706 E, Ashford 98304 parking, restrooms, playground, ampitheater, trail, walking path, great lawn, forest

X Frontier Park

21714 Meridian Ave E, Graham 98338 parking, restrooms, playground, venue rental, lodge with kitchen, picnic shelters, great lawn, trails, walking path, outdoor arena & stables, barns, 1/4 midget race track

14824 C St S, Tacoma 98444 parking, restrooms, customer service, playground, venue rental, ice arena, ice bumper cars, ballfields & multipurpose fields, butterfly garden, indoor/outdoor tennis courts, wallyball, basketball, pickleball & racquetball courts, trails, climbing rock, skateboard park

Y Heritage Recreation

Q Swan Creek Park

and Center

2954 Pioneer Way E, Tacoma 98444 parking, walking trails

north region R Foothills Trail

East Puyallup Trailhead 13810 80th St E, Puyallup 98372 parking, restrooms, trail

Center

9010 128th St E, Puyallup 98373 parking, restrooms, playground, lighted ballfields & multipurpose fields, walking path

Z Meridian Habitat Park 14422 Meridian E, Puyallup 98375 parking, restrooms, nature playground, trails, off-leash dog park, venue rental, ampitheather, great lawn, wetlands, wildlife habitat

8 Naches Trail Preserve

4414 Military Rd E, Tacoma WA 98466 parking, gravel walking paths, protected wildlife area, prairie, creek, birding site, No Dogs Allowed

S Foothills Trail

9 Nathan Chapman

14301 140th St E, Orting 98360 parking, restrooms, trail

9201 136th St E, Puyallup 98373 Trail connecting Heritage Recreation Center and South Hill Community Park

McMillin Trailhead

T Foothills Trail South Prairie Trailhead

340 SR162, South Prairie 98385 parking, trail

U North Lake Tapps County Park

2022 198th Ave E, Lake Tapps 98321 parking, restrooms, trails, beach/lake access, boat ramps, picnic tables, seasonal concessions, summer gate fees

Memorial Trail

: South Hill

Community Park

14201 86th Ave E, Puyallup 98373 parking, restrooms, playground, trail, picnic tables, wetlands

; Stan & Joan Cross Park, Frederickson Community Center

4420 Military Rd E, Tacoma WA 98466 parking, playground, walking path, picnic area, restrooms, community center

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WTA Opens Second

GEAR LIBRARY

in South Puget Sound

Moving into WTA’s Pierce County Gear Library. Photo by Lily Poppen, courtesy of WTA.

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Supporting community partners by reducing barriers to getting outside is a pillar of WTA’s Outdoor Leadership Training (OLT) program. Established in 2014, the OLT program is designed to empower educators and community leaders to get youth outdoors. This summer, WTA is thrilled to collaborate with Pierce County Parks to expand our reach to more community leaders by opening a second gear library at Meridian Habitat Park in Puyallup. This new location will support our existing partners in the south Puget Sound region and create opportunities to build new relationships with more communities. The collaboration with Pierce County Parks extends beyond the new gear library. Throughout the year, WTA will be partnering with Pierce County Parks to host a series of outdoor workshops for the public to help educate and build skills for those new to hiking and the trails in Washington.

Over the last several years, WTA has been committed to changing the conversation about who has access to the outdoors. As the OLT program has grown, we have listened to leaders share the challenges that they faced during their outdoor experiences, as well as the countless positive experiences that resulted from their outings. Our hope is that a second gear library will continue to reduce some of the challenges. “Wild Grief takes grieving teens on day hikes and backpacking trips, and we lean heavily on the WTA gear library to make sure our trips are accessible to low-income families who don’t have adequate gear,” said Monica Anney, Wild Grief program coordinator. “We were so excited to hear that a WTA gear library was opening up in Pierce County! As an Olympia-based organization with a small budget, and only one part-time staff member, the drive up to Seattle multiple times per summer to pick up and return gear was a big lift for us. Having a gear library closer means we can start offering loaner gear on our day hikes as well. Thank you, WTA!”

“There are so many amazing places to explore and connect with nature in our home community, and families just need equipment, guidance and inspiration to get started.“

A woman carrying a load of trekking poles and a bear canister walks into a room full of outdoor gear and boxes. WTA is thrilled to be able to help more group get outside, thanks to our new gear library in South Puget Sound. Photo by Lily Poppen. “Pierce County Parks is proud to be a partner on this project,” said Roxanne Miles, director of Pierce County Parks. “There are so many amazing places to explore and connect with nature in our home community, and families just need equipment, guidance and inspiration to get started. The Outdoor Leadership Training program will equip enthusiastic leaders with the tools they need to engage local youth and families and make outdoor opportunities and experiences accessible for everyone.”

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WTA’s Pierce County Gear Library. Photo courtesy of WTA.

As schools and organizations begin more in-person programming, WTA will be ready to support their needs for multiday or single-day experiences with free access to quality outdoor gear in two Puget Sound locations. This article originally appeared in the Fall 2021 issue of Washington Trails Magazine. Posted on WTA’s website by Jessi Loerch on Aug 20, 2021. Shared with Pierce County Parks courtesy of WTA.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Photo courtesy of WTA.

Find answers to some of the most common questions about the program by visiting

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Choose Wellness

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COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS FREE TREE GIVEAWAY EVENTS FREE POLLINATOR SEEDS VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AND MORE!

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