UPDATED: April 2, 2017
AMHERST RECREATION
DEPARTMENT
4 Cross Rd, Amherst, NH 03031
603 673-6248
Peabody Mill Environmental Center
66 Brook Road
603 673-1141
We Want YOU!
Now accepting applications for summer life guards, camp counselors, and gate guards. All interested candidates should fill out an application on our website. Please email all applications to Recreation Director, Craig Fraley at cfraley@amherstnh.gov no later than April 1, 2017.
April Vacation Discovery Camp
April School Vacation will be here before you know it! This camp will be based around the beautiful art and nature that PMEC has to offer! Each day there will be pond exploration, water play in the brooks, fun with buckets and nets, group games, and of course...arts and crafts! We will create things that fly and explore animals that live within our Earth.
Dates: April 24-28 (Daily/Weekly Options Available)
**Early Bird Rates end April 16
2017 Amherst Recreation Summer Camps
Adventure Teen Camp
(Gr. 7-9, July 24-Aug 10)
Get ready for year two of Adventure Teen Camp (ATC) for rising 7th-9th graders! Campers will have fun with friends, while enhancing their community service skills, building stronger relationships, and being a part of a rewarding camp experience.
Baboosic Lake Summer Camp
(Gr. 1-8, June 19-Aug 11)
Let’s have some fun under the sun this summer! Join our fantastic Baboosic Lake counselors for an unforgettable summer. Campers will take part in daily activities all centered around a weekly theme.
Outdoor Discovery Summer Camp
(Gr. 1-6, June 19-Aug 4)
Come discover the outdoor world at The Peabody Mill Environmental Center this summer!
Outdoor Discovery Mini Camp
(Ag. 4-5, June 19- July 28)
Come out and explore the world of camp this summer. Campers will read stories, go on mini hikes, play outdoor games, splash time, make arts and crafts, and more!
Wild About Science Camp at MVVS
(Gr. K-5, August 14-25)
Now you can join your favorite Outdoor Discovery Camp counselors, and PMEC educators for 2 more weeks of non-stop FUN! We will be offering an additional two weeks of camp at the Mont Vernon Village School.
Specialty Camps with Amherst Recreation
Actor’s Conservatory Workshop (11-17 years old)
Scene at Play, July 10-14, 8:30AM-12:30PM
Landing the Part, July 17-21, 8:30AM-12:30PM
Youth Theater Camps (6-10 years)
Mighty Superheroes, June 19-23, 9AM-12PM
Enchanted Folklore, Aug. 28- Sept 1, 9AM-12PM
Challenger British Multisport Camp
(Ages 6-16, July 24-July 28)
Cheer Camp
(Grades 1-8, June 19-22)
Young Hacks Academy- STEM Camp
(Ages 9-12, July 24- July 28)
Youth Programs
Swim Lessons at Baboosic Lake
Take advantage of our American Red Cross swim lessons. All instructors are ARC Water Safety certified. Swim lessons are scheduled for a 30 minute time period between 10am- 2:00PM, Monday - Thursday at Baboosic Lake.
Baboosic Lake Swim Team
Our team is a seasonal swim team offering coaching, technique and instruction for all ages and abilities. Swim Team is open to all ability levels ages 4 to 19. . Practice is 9am -10 am Monday through Friday at Baboosic Lake.
Archery For Youth
The 5th-8th grader class will be held after school from 2:30-3:30. The 1st-4th graders will meet from 3:45-4:45.
Where: Bean 4 Outfield
When: Fridays, May 5, 12, 19, and 26 with a rain makeup on June 2rd if needed.
Volleyball for Middle School Girls
This 5th through 8th grade program for girls is designed to develop basic volleyball skills for beginners, while reinforcing fundamentals and introducing positional play for those who demonstrate mastery of the basics.
Tuesdays: 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 5/5, 5/9 at AMS
Thursdays: 4/6, 4/13, 4/20, 5/4, 5/11 at AMS
Theater: Re-Imagined
10-14 yrs Saturdays at PMEC, 10:30-11:30am
With guidance from Lucy Spencer and Frances Saxton, students will read, discuss and transform a short story or poem from classic literature into a group performance piece, using movement, voice and text. The course will culminate in a showcase presented on the 8th week of the session.
Fairytale Theater, 6-10 yrs
Saturdays at PMEC, 9:15-10:15
We will select a well-known fairytale and discover how to present it in unconventional ways, using a variety of performance techniques and theatrical tools to tell the story.
Starting April 1st!
Yoga for Kids and Yoga for Middle School
New sessions starting in March, after school!
Yoga helps students develop confidence, self-awareness, and calming techniques.
A great way to relieve stress from the school day.
YES, AND...SCENE!
12-19 yrs, Wednesdays at SHS, 6:30-7:30
Are you familiar with “Who’s Line Is It Anyway”? This class runs the gamut of acting dos and don’ts and is particularly useful for sharpening timing, strengthening ensemble collaboration and analyzing scene work.
Feelin’ the Beat, Hip Hop After school
Who: Boys and girls in grades 1-3
What: Beginner’s Hip-hop
Where: Clark Multipurpose room
When: Wednesdays, from 3:30-4:30pm. Starting in May
Fee: $60R/$65NR
Tennis Lessons for Youth
Who: Grades 1-7
Where: Davis Lane Tennis Court
When: Saturday Mornings, May 6, 13, 20, with a bonus class or rain date of May 27
Fee: $30R; $35NR
Pre-School Programs
Tiny Toes Dance
Our Tiny Toes Dance program is for girls and boys ages 3-5. In this 4 week program, students will get an intro to dance.
Where: PMEC
When: Wed. afternoons and Friday Mornings
Fee: $30R; $35NR
I Love Nature- Preschool Classes
Join Miss Nicole in her nature series classes this fall! Sign up early as there is often a waiting list!
Next Session: April 6th. I Love Earth!
Tot Soccer
Our Tot Soccer is one of our most consistently popular programs, and continues to be coached by terrific instructors. We often have a waiting list, so sign up early!
Sessions run Friday mornings and Wed. afternoons in May.
Start Smart Baseball: Ages 3-4
Start Smart Baseball is a developmentally appropriate introductory baseball program for children 3-4 years old.
Dates: 5/6-6/17
All Ages
LIVE Animal Show at PMEC
This is a LIVE animal show, so we invite you and your family for an evening of entertainment!
Who: Families!
What: LIVE Animal Show
Where: PMEC
When: Friday, April 21st from 6:30-8pm
Fee: $15R Family; $20NR Family
Adult/Youth Horse Back Riding
This program is open to ages 5 and up. This program includes 4 one hour weekly lessons.
4 Week sessions are now open for registration!
Fee: $160 (includes 4, 1 hour lessons)
Full Moon Hikes at PMEC
Who: All Ages. Families welcome!
When: Times are dependent on season.
Where: Peabody Mill Environment Center
Adult Fitness and Activities
**Be sure to check out the rolling sessions of our adult exercise/fitness classes!
Barre Body, Piloxing Barre, Tabata Bootcamp, True Potential, Yoga & Zumba
Basket Making Workshop
Join NH Craftsman Artisan Ray Lagasse for a single day and make a basket from scratch to finished project. These beautiful and useful baskets can be given with pride as a holiday gift.
When: Saturday April 15th from 9am-4pm
Where: Amherst Makerspace
Fee: $125R; $135NR
Woodworking: Make your own Cutting Board
This course will help the average woodworker with average materials and the humblest of wood shops create unique and eye-catching wood creations in your own basement or garage.
Who: Ages 16+
Where: Amherst Makerspace
When: Saturday, April 22nd from 9am-3pm
Fee: $150R; $160 NR
($50 materials fee included)
Mack Hill Riding Academy presents--Fitness by Riding, Especially for Women!
This program is geared specifically for women!
Where: Mack Hill Riding Academy
Fee: $160 (includes 4, 1 hour lessons)
Make Your Own Floral Centerpiece
Learn the basic principles of floral design and how to create a beautiful spring centerpiece!
Who: 18+
What: Create your own floral centerpiece
Where: SHS Home Ec Room
When: Thursday, April 13th from 6-8pm
Fee: $120 (includes all materials)
5K and Beyond
Grab your running sneakers and enjoy the company of other runners while working towards your individual goals. This running group will meet two times a week and will encourage you to run at least a third time per week.
When: M/W 12:15pm-1:15pm, April 10th- May 31st
Where: Meet at the Parking lot at Village Green Across from Congregational Church
Fee: $75R; $85NR
Healthy Eating for Life
Dates: Wednesdays - April 12, 19, May 3, 10, 17, and 24
Location: SHS Life Skills Room
Time: 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Cost: $75R; $80NR
Proper food choices can be life affirming and this class will help you see food as the key to health and wellness in a whole new way.
Trail of the Month Outing
Join members of the Amherst Conservation Commission as we kick off a Trail of the Month Outing” the 3rd Saturday of every month at 10am.
April 15th - Grater Woods
May 20th - Lindabury Orchard
5K Trail Challenge Training Program
After hibernating for the winter, isn’t it time to make a commitment to getting serious about improving your fitness? And what better way to do that than setting a goal today to run the new 5K Joe English Trail Challenge on May 7 right here in Amherst.
Who: Adults 18+
Where: trail head at PMEC
When: Sun. 9-10am and Wed. from 6-7pm.
April 2, 5, 9, 12, 19, 23, 30, May 3, 7, 10, 14
Trips
Monthly Diner Trips
Let’s eat our way through New England this year with our Monthly Diner Trips! Join the Amherst Recreation crew as we depart for some local Diner outings. We will meet at10:30am at the Walmart in Amherst, NH on the first Tuesday of every month for a different Diner outing around NE!
Trip- The Bridge of Flowers
Amherst Recreation will be taking a day trip to visit the beautiful Bridge of Flowers and Trolley Museum, in Shelburne Falls, MA on Friday, May 19th.
What: Bridge of Flowers and Trolley Tour
When: Friday, May 19th (7:30am-4:30pm)
Where: Shelburne Falls, MA
Fee: $20R; $25NR
Trip- Boston Red Sox vs. Minnesota Twins
Enjoy an evening out at Fenway Park and leave the driving to us. We will head into Boston to watch your favorite baseball team for a game under the lights.
Who: Families and Individuals
When: Thursday, June 29th
Game Time: 7:10pm
Departure Time: 4pm (Meet at 4 Cross Road)
Fee: $47 (Fee includes game ticket and transportation)
Other Community Happenings
Amherst Community Foundation- Souhegan Stadium Gateway Beautification Project
Dear Friends of Amherst,
We are thrilled of the success of the new turf field...our home...our field of dreams! The Amherst Community Foundation is motivated to enhance the entrance to the stadium with new lighting, grounds, and donor dedication area for all to enjoy.
Project Goal: $50,000
Donations accepted through December 31st, 2016. Every dollar raised will be matched by ACF. Interested?
Visit: http://www.amherstfoundation.org
If you have questions please feel free to contact us at 603-673-6248.
Sincerely,
Amherst Parks & Recreation Department
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