 Community Partners

THE ACADEMY OF SOCCER EXCELLENCE

www.leagueathletics.com The Academy of Soccer Excellence was formed to provide more opportunities for the youth of the greater Tri-Cities area to train and compete at all levels. Our mission is to develop soccer skills, as well as build relationships and social foundations, that will help kids in the game of soccer and throughout life. While our competitive teams strive to compete at the highest levels of competition, we are fully committed to player development at all age groups and developmental stages. We believe that an early commitment to player development establishes a solid technical and mental foundation for which to continue building upon at ASE and beyond. We intend to accomplish this mission with an experienced coaching staff and a uniquely diverse pool of trainers that together represent the most effective and comprehensive club soccer program in the greater Tri-Cities area.

www.d19.org?units-and-clubs/d19-units/troi-cities-unit442 The mission of the ACBL is to promote, grow and sustain the game of bridge-related interests of our members.

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COLUMBIA BASIN BMX

www.chinookcyclingclub.com chinook@chinookcyclingclub.com Chinook Cycling Club originated in 1986 for cyclists who enjoy the sporting aspects of cycling, including both national level competitive cycling and regional recreational competition. Over the years the club has grown, and the range of interests has expanded with it. However, we still retain our original focus as a club whose primary activities revolve around the sporting aspects of cycling. Our current membership includes riders with a wide range of interests and abilities, including some who are members of USA Cycling (formerly United States Cycling Federation), the national level competitive cycling organization. Club activities include: spring road training events, spring/summer time trial series, fall mountain bike events, trail maintenance, and trail building. Local groups that Chinook Cycling Club currently support include the Tri-City Bicycle Coalition, Friends of Badger, and Toys for Tots. Check us out on Facebook.

www.usabmx.com/tracks/1558 Columbia Basin BMX is located in Richland next to the Horn Rapids Softball Complex. This racing facility operates under the sanctioning body of USA BMX and current rules and regulations are followed at all times. This racing facility is operated only by volunteers and is always welcoming any person that would like to get involved to help this track remain the greatest racing facility in the NW!! Memberships can be purchased through USABMX.com and/or at the BMX racing facility during operating seasonal hours, generally March - November. Memberships through USA BMX cost $60.00 and are good for the rolling calendar year. Once a USA BMX membership is acquired the racing fees at Columbia Basin BMX (CBBMX) are $10/single point race, $25/double point race and $35/triple point race. This year gate practice fees, hosted on Tuesday evenings, will be $4.00 for 2 hours of practice. Requirements for riding at any sanctioned event are long sleeve shirt, pants, closed toed shoes and helmet. The track can provide registration one-day trial membership paperwork as well as full one-year membership paperwork, as needed. Spectators are always welcome and can watch for free! Please look at this year's schedule to see what days and times we will be racing.

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FUN, FIT AND OVER FIFTY

www.discgolfscene.com Columbia River Disc Golf Club (CRDGC) is a non-profit organization, and a local club formed to promote and expand the sport of disc golf in the Tri-Cities area. James J. Disc golf is a recreational activity which can be played year-round and enjoyed by nearly all age groups.

www.ffofc.org The Fun, Fit and Over Fifty club promotes the health and welfare of adults over fifty. We provide mental and physical activities in a friendly and casual environment. Annual membership dues are $15 per individual. Most activities are provided at no charge to our members and their guests. The 300 club members come from all five communities in the area: Richland, Kennewick, Pasco, West Richland, and Benton City. The club is organized around activity categories. • Foot Sports and Winter Sports: hiking, walking, cross-country and downhill skiing, snowshoeing and ice skating • Wheel Sports: road and mountain biking • Water Sports: canoeing, kayaking, rafting, and boating • Education, culture, social and intellectual • Camping trips: RVing and camping • Travel: local, regional, and international trips Our most popular activities are weekly hikes and bicycle rides. Physical effort ranges from casual to challenging. Our web site has a calendar of upcoming events, along with officers and committee chairs to contact.

HORN RAPIDS MOTORSPORTS COMPLEX

www.visitthereach.us

Since opening in 2014, the REACH has become a dedicated institution in the Tri-Cities, promoting education for all ages. Experience the geological impact of the Ice Age Floods and basalt lava flows. Learn about the Manhattan Project and its continuous influence on White Bluffs, Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco. Enjoy the wondrous scenery of the Columbia River and Badger Mountain. Come to the REACH at 1943 Columbia Park Trail just off Highway 240. For additional information, call (509) 943-4100. Open Fridays-Saturdays 10:00am-4:30pm and Sundays 12:00–4:00. Monday–Thursday by appointment. Admission is: Adults: $10, Students/Seniors/Military: $6, Kids under 5: Free, and Reach Members: Free.

www.hornrapidsmx.com Horn Rapids Motorsports Complex is the premier motocross track and off-road facility in the Pacific Northwest located in Richland. Tracks are made up of sandy loam and are supervised throughout the practice day. HRMC is a licensed EMS Agency and all of our EMTs and paramedics are trained in off road vehicle support. They are on site during open business hours. Track Flaggers and full HRMC crew are on site during weekends. Various tracks are offered: Main Nationals MX track, GP track (Area51), Pee Wee track beg. Quads, Jeeps, UTV’s, Heavy 4x4’s are welcome and can use competitive racetracks under a supervised atmosphere on a skill-based level class separation. HRMC is open for practice from January 1st weekend after the new year to mid-December every year. Gates open at 9:30am Thursday and Friday during scheduled business times and 9:00am on Saturday and Sunday. HRMC offers camping Thursday through Sunday during selected business hours. HRMC offers an after hour arrive late camp area for your convenience. You can arrive the evening before posted openings and camp in the after-hour area free of charge. Bathrooms and showers are provided adjacent to the after-hour camp area. Don’t want to haul your trailer to and from HRMC? HRMC offers storage at our facility at very low rates with online renewals. Please see us at the track for more info or contact us at info@hornrapidsmx.com or call (509) 496-2958 and leave us a message.

www.imacnw.org The INTER-MOUNTAIN ALPINE CLUB (I-MAC) was organized in October 1948 to bring together people who seek to enjoy shaking the dust of civilization from our boots and hitting the high-country trails whenever the opportunity arises. I-MAC’s primary purpose is to encourage the enjoyment of the outdoors and to promote hiking, mountain climbing, and other activities in the Pacific Northwest. We seek to provide the stimulus and opportunity to people to learn more about the skills, abilities, knowledge, equipment, and even the technology of modern outdoor recreation through direct personal experience in the great outdoors. We offer opportunities for people of all skill levels, from the beginner to the seasoned expert, to enjoy the special personal satisfaction that comes from attaining the heights under their own power and gaining a deeper appreciation of Mother Nature as a result of knowing her firsthand.

Little League offers levels from Beginner to All-Stars including Tee Ball. The organization teaches kids teamwork, good sportsmanship, fair play and most of all, to have fun! Little League Baseball is open to Boys and Girls ages 5-13. Leagues are offered for all skill levels. Practices and games are scheduled on weekdays and Saturdays. Play begins in March and continues through mid-June. Registration closes in February! Greater Richland Little League (Addresses North of Swift Blvd and West Richland) www.grll.org grllbaseball@gmail.com www.facebook.com/pages/Greater-Richland-League/569760409720860

LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL

Richland National Little League (Addresses South of Swift Blvd) www.richlandnational.com info@RichlandNational.com

LOWER COLUMBIA BASIN AUDUBON SOCIETY

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www.lowercolumbiabasinaudubon.org The Lower Columbia Basin Audubon Society (LCBAS) is totally for the birds! Founded in 1965, we provide residents with opportunities to get involved in bird study, conservation, and identification. LCBAS members are involved in a variety of programs to promote bird conservation and education. We survey bird populations, restore bird habitat, and provide education programs to local schoolchildren. We strive to conserve and restore the ecosystems, focusing on birds and wildlife, for the benefit of humanity and Earth’s diversity. Audubon educates adults and children about the environment, advocates responsible public policy for natural resources.

MID-COLUMBIA BALLET

www.midcolumbiaballet.org The Mid-Columbia Ballet (MCB) is Southeastern Washington’s premier performing dance company. Incorporated in 1973, MCB’s mission is to foster and advance the art of ballet in its various forms. The MCB consists of a Senior Company and Junior Company made up of young dancers committed to the art of ballet. MCB’s repertoire includes classical, neoclassical, and modern works by choreographers from throughout the United States. MCB has been granted performance rights to several Balanchine works by the George Balanchine Trust. Guest artists from such celebrated companies as American Ballet Theatre, Dance Theatre of Harlem, Pacific Northwest Ballet, Kirov Ballet, and the Bolshoi Ballet have performed with the Company. Our Dancers have gone on to professional dance careers, most notably, former MCB dancer and Pacific Northwest Ballet principal, Patricia Barker. MCB is under the artistic direction of Debra Pearse Rogo. Look for information call (509) 946-5417.

www.trees4you.org The purpose of the Mid-Columbia Community Forestry Council is to promote recognition of the value, benefits, and importance of urban trees by: • Increasing public awareness of urban trees • Providing educational programs and technical support • Providing leadership on community forestry issues that enhance and heighten the awareness of urban trees, community forests and associated natural resource management • Cultivating cooperation among all area sectors involved in community forestry • Functioning as a clearinghouse of information for people with an interest in community forestry and urban trees The Council encourages economical, beneficial, and appropriate tree care practices and policies that promote urban tree health. Membership is open to all residents of the Benton, Franklin, and Walla Walla counties and seeks the broadest possible involvement of individuals, organizations, societies, associations, businesses, public and private agencies, and groups interested in community forestry and the objectives of the Council. The Council assists in coordinating activities of institutions, entities, and persons involved in community forestry, to avoid duplication and inefficiency and to promote beneficial, economical community forestry policies and practices.

NOMAD TRAIL RUNNERS

www.nomadtrailrunners.com nomadtrailrunners@gmail.com The Nomad Trail Runners of Eastern Washington is a local club that provides a structured organization for the purpose of promoting trail running as a sport and healthy lifestyle within our community, in a fun, safe and adventures experience, for novice and experienced trail runner. The Club hosts weekly group runs, fun runs, training runs and programs generally off the road, hosts education lectures about topics of interest for runners, provides awards for club members, hosts social events for members, and all such other things as may be conducive to the encouragement of running. The Club also engages in community activities, to publicize by appropriate means, the benefits of running as a means of physical fitness to improve the health status of people in our community. The Club encourages its members to volunteer for both Club and non-Club races, thereby fostering a volunteering spirit. The club also strives to leave the trails as good as or better than we found them and as such organizes trail work parties.

www.rihchlandbr.com

Richland Babe Ruth offers an opportunity for kids 13-19 to play in a competitive baseball league, playing teams from all over the Columbia Basin. Babe Ruth League has teams made up of kids 13-15. The Senior League is 16-19. Home games are played at the Babe Ruth Complex located at Hanford Legacy Park near Horn Rapids.

RICHLAND LACROSSE CLUB

www.richlandlacrosse.com richlandlax@gmail.com Richland Lacrosse Club is a non-profit recreation club providing opportunities for girls and boys grades K-8 to learn and play the game of lacrosse. Our youth club is part of Central Washington Youth Lacrosse League. Under league “play for” rules, youth play for the clubs that “feed” the high school programs for which those youth will eventually play. Note: Players in grades 0-4 and your address is within the Hanford High school boundary you will need to register with Hanford youth lacrosse. There are no grandfather/ previous player exemptions allowed by Richland Lacrosse. Richland Lacrosse strives to provide our players a safe, positive, fun experience. We will provide players the opportunity to lead, overcome adversity, and work hard for themselves and their teammates. The ultimate goal: for our club to be an example of excellence in competition, in sportsmanship, and in leadership. We want our players to be better people for being part of Richland Lacrosse.

www.richlandseniorsassociation.com The Richland Seniors Association (RSA) was formed in 1995 with volunteers making up the Board of Directors and Officers. The mission of the RSA is to serve as a catalyst for senior synergy seeking ways to improve the quality of life for mature adults in the Tri-Cities, Washington area. That means developing social, educational, and strategic opportunities of all kinds to help people avoid isolation and maintain psychological and physical health. Empowering seniors, their adult children, and their families to become informed about common issues and challenges associated with aging enables strategic planning that mitigates having to make decisions in crisis and chaos. The RSA works with individuals, existing retirement communities, other non-profit organizations, and governmental agencies to develop programs and activities serving needs today while building a roadmap for the future.

TAPTEAL GREENWAY

www.tapteal.org The Tapteal Greenway is a 501(c) 3 non-profit organization founded in 1995 that works to preserve THREE RIVER ROAD RUNNERS the rustic character of the Lower Yakima River by protecting native habitats and species through conservation. This group enhances recreational opportunities throughout the corridor by providing outdoor education programs and promoting public access to these resources. The Tapteal Greenway is a 100% volunteer organization driven by the board of directors and funded solely by member dues, donations, and grants. The Tapteal Greenway employs no staff and has no endowment. The Tapteal Greenway is the 35-mile corridor along and including the Yakima River extending from Kiona Bend at Benton City to the mouth of the river at Bateman Island in Richland. The land trail portion is identified as the Tapteal Trail, and our water version on the river is identified as the Tapteal Water Trail. This corridor includes a complex mix of federal, state, county, municipal, and private ownership as well as a variety of habitats ranging from arid shrub steppe to lush emergent marshlands.

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www.3rrr.org https://www.facebook.com/groups/532290410274278/ Eric Greager: sageg@charter.net The 3 Rivers Road Runners have been running strong in the Tri-Cities, Washington since the late 1970’s. We welcome all who share our lifestyle of enjoying a good swim, bike or run. The 3 Rivers Road Runners are for runners and triathletes of all shapes and sizes, from the veteran ultramarathoner or Ironman triathlete to the beginner working towards that first 5 km fun run or sprint triathlon, and everyone in between. The primary goal of the 3 Rivers Road Runners is to promote running and multi-sport events in the Tri-Cities. Besides providing events for our members and athletes in the region, we hope to attract new athletes to the club that can benefit from the healthful, positive lifestyle gained through running and multi-sport. Over the years, one primary focus has been fitness for the children in our area and the battle against childhood obesity. We have helped raise thousands of dollars for local elementary school physical education programs through our Leprechaun Dash fun run in March. Our running club not only gives back to the running community, but we also give back to the community at large.

THREE RIVERS ULTIMATE

https://www.facebook.com/groups/threeriversultimate Three Rivers Ultimate (TRU) is co-ed youth Ultimate Frisbee in the Tri-Cities for middle school and high school-aged players. After school practices will be starting in the spring, with opportunities for some competitive games. No experience required. Ultimate is an exciting, non-contact team sport, played by thousands the word over. It mixes the best features of sports such as soccer, basketball, and football into an elegantly simple yet fascinating and demanding game. Ultimate is the antidote to the win-at-all-costs mentality; it is self-officiated and ruled by the concept of sportsmanship known as Spirit of the Game. Pickup Ultimate, The Desert Lorax http://www.desertlorax.com/ https://www.facebook.com/groups/DesertLorax The Desert Lorax is an adult, co-ed group of Ultimate Frisbee players from around the Tri-Cities. We play pickup games year-round, and travel to 4-6 tournaments per year. Pickup is good quality, while still being very beginner friendly. Come on out and play! Bring cleats, water, and a white and dark shirt.

TRI-CITIES GIRLS FASTPITCH SOFTBALL

https://www.tcgfsa.org/ The Tri-Cities Girls Fastpitch Softball Association (TCGFSA) is a not-for-profit organization providing opportunities for young ladies, ages 6 -18, to play recreational fastpitch softball in the greater Tri-Cities. Leagues are built around girls playing with friends and having fun, as well as learning the game and building skills. The TCGFSA Recreational Spring softball season runs from April through June/July. Teams are organized in leagues determined by players’ age. Each age group spans two years. Every effort is made to keep teams geographically based by school or city. Games are played at Columbia Playfield in Richland located near Richland High School. Registration opens on February 1.

TRI-CITIES OUTRIGGER CANOE CLUB

https://www.tricitiesoutrigger.org/ The Tri-Cities Outrigger Canoe Club was founded in 1998. The club practices on the Columbia River and typically attends six to seven short and long-distance races each season in the Pacific Northwest. The season starts in early April and ends in October. Outrigger canoes feature a lateral support float known as an outrigger, which is fastened to one or both sides of the main hull. Unlike a single hulled canoe, an outrigger generates stability as a result of the distance between its hulls. Compared to other types of canoes, outrigger canoes can be quite fast, yet are also capable of being of being paddled in rougher water. The club owns 3 canoes. Each canoe holds 6 paddlers. Interested in becoming a member of TCOCC? Newcomers are invited to come to our training location and paddle with us on all regularly scheduled days. The club practices are held at Columbia Park Marina, three days per week, on the Columbia River. Notify the club through the website and a paddler will meet with you, half an hour prior to scheduled practice, for orientation. We will ask you to fill out a liability waiver, pay a $10.00 fee for temporary insurance, and we will provide you with a paddle, instruction, and a fun day. You are welcome to paddle with us two or three times before deciding whether to become a member. No experience needed! Must be 18 years of age and know how to swim.

TRI-CITY DOG PARK SOCIETY

https://www.facebook.com/TCBikeClub/ The Tri-City Bicycle Club (TCBC) supports all bicycling in the Tri-Cities and Mid-Columbia. The club offers several opportunities including third-Sunday rides and tours with an emphasis on the joy and adventure of cycling. Riders of any ability level are welcome. TCBC encourages developing bicycling skills but is not a competitive organization. Third Sunday of the month organized rides are scheduled year-round and are open to any rider wearing a bicycle helmet. It is our policy never to leave anyone behind or stranded. The club encourages bicycle riding for recreation, better health, and transportation. TCBC supports its members and the community by holding and supporting recreational rides and social events. The club is an active advocate for the safety and interests of bicyclists and helps conduct bicycle safety programs for adults and children including the Benton Franklin Safe Kids Coalition bike rodeo.

https://www.tricitydogparks.org/ The Tri-City Dog Park Society was founded to promote, establish, and maintain off-leash dog parks in our community. Since 2005, we have raised community awareness of dog parks, held demonstration dog parks, and raised funds to help open the first off-leash dog park in the Tri-Cities area. We also worked with the City of Richland Parks and Public Facilities to open a temporary dog park at Badger Mountain Community Park while planning continued for a permanent dog park. In October 2011, our efforts were rewarded with the opening of Phase I of Paws-Abilities Place at Badger Mountain Community Park. In 2017, the park expanded to encompass the adjacent land and complete Phase II of the 5-acre park that can be seen today. The Tri-City Dog Park Society continues its efforts to maintain and enhance Paws-Abilities Place and has hopes to extend into the surrounding cities in the coming years.

www.tckc.net Tri-City Kart Club (TCKC) offers fun and excitement for all ages. Karting is an ever-growing sport and TCKC is known for our fun and family-friendly atmosphere. The age of our competitors range from 5 years old to 70+ and anyone is welcome. TCKC takes great pride in our facility and introducing people to the fun and excitement of kart racing. The track sports two configurations: 5/8 mile Long Track and a 1/2-mile Short Track. During the club race season, both configurations are used in the nine race championship points battle as well as having at least two-night races during the hottest months of July and August. TCKC has been privileged to hold several National events drawing competitors from across the entire west coast. Get in contact with a TCKC Board Member to get a "guided tour" of the state-of-the-art racing facility and watch some live racing action.

TRI-CITY RADIO CONTROL MODELERS

www.tcrcm.com The Tri-City Radio Control Modelers (TCRCM) is an organization for individuals interested in radiocontrolled model aviation. The club is located in the Tri-City area of southeastern Washington State. The TCRCM operates a premier r/c model aviation flying site at the Richland, WA off-road-vehicle site for its members, new student pilots, and invited guests. The number of paid-up members varies between 35 and 50 per year. TCRCM holds AMA-sponsored and informal events, including Fun-Fly contests, Helicopter, Bi-Plane, Floatplane, Big Bird Fly-Ins, a Precision Aerobatic (Pattern) Contest, and others. Anyone with an interest in r/c model aviation may join the TCRCM. Membership is price is currently $75.00 per year for individuals, $85.00 for family and $25.00 for juniors. Other member classes include Senior and Emeritus. All members except non-flying Emeritus must also be a current member of the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA). Piloting a powered, radio-controlled aircraft is much more difficult than most people realize. The TCRCM provides free introduction flights for anyone interested aged 12 and over. In addition, they provide free instruction through solo flight for any member, using your aircraft and radio equipment. Members are also more than willing to provide advice and assistance in selecting a training aircraft, construction, and setup.

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www.uwbfco.org United Way of Benton & Franklin Counties 2-1-1 Get Connected. Get Answers. United Way of Benton and Franklin Counties collaborated with many local and state organizations for several years to bring the 2-1-1- telephone information and referral system to Benton and Franklin Counties. 2-1-1 is an easyto-remember phone number for people to call for health and human service information and referrals and other assistance to meet their needs.

USTA PACIFIC NORTHWEST

www.pnw.usta.com info@pnw.usta.com The USTA Pacific Northwest (USTA/PNW) offers tennis programs, leagues, and tournaments for players of all ages and ability levels. Working with parks and rec organizations and schools and districts, the USTA/PNW brings the opportunity to learn tennis to individuals in Washington, Alaska, Oregon, and northern Idaho. The USTA/PNW has over 25,000 individual adult and junior members, over 200 organization members and was established in 1904 as one of the 17 sections (or regions) of the United States Tennis Association.

WASHINGTON STATE GEOCACHING ASSOCIATION

www.wsgaonline.org Washington State Geocaching Association (WSGA) is a nonprofit recreational club supporting geocachers and geocaching across the state of Washington. WSGA promotes social and recreational activities for geocachers and works with land managers to ensure support for geocaching on park lands. WSGA exists to: • Promote geocaching as a fun, family-oriented outdoor activity that increases awareness and appreciation of the environment and our parks and trails. • Provide opportunities for participants to enjoy geocaching and to socialize with other geocachers. • Educate park systems and land managers about geocaching and its benefits. • Increase awareness and support of geocaching through interaction with other outdoor groups and the public. • Encourage low-impact geocaching and promote stewardship of our natural resources. • Support "Cache In, Trash Out" activities to help maintain parks and trail systems.

BIKE TRI-CITIES

www.biketricities.org https://www.facebook.com/Bike3Cities Bike Tri-Cities is the bicycling advocate for our community, leading our community in promoting bicycling as a safe, healthy, and fun form of transportation and recreation.

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A COMMUNITY PARTNER

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Richland Recreation is proud to be partners with the many organizations you see in this E-Activity Guide. Together, we offer many fantastic recreational, educational, and philanthropic opportunities that benefit our great community. If you or your group is interested in teaming with Recreation, contact us at 509-942-7529 or parksrec@ci.richland.wa.us