UPDATED: September 2, 2015

 

AMHERST RECREATION

DEPARTMENT

4 Cross Rd, Amherst, NH 03031

603 673-6248

Peabody Mill Environmental Center

66 Brook Road

603 673-1141

www.amherstrec.org

Trips

Three Rivers Overnight White Water Rafting Trip

Finish summer off with a huge splash while rafting down the Kennebec River in northern Maine! Join us as we embark on our first overnight trip with our new mini bus! More information can be found at amherstrec.org.

 

White Water Rafting Trip Details

Who: Ages 12+

What: Overnight White Water Rafting Trip, West Forks Maine

Where: West Forks, Maine (meet at Souhegan High School)

When: August 26-August 27

Fee: $125R; $145NR

 

Foxwoods Casino Day Trip

The Amherst Recreation Department invites you on an adventure to Foxwoods Casino in Mashantucket, CT.

We will meet at the Walmart Supercenter in Amherst, NH on Wednesday, September 16, 2015. We will depart at 9 am and return to Amherst by 6 pm. The fee will include round trip traveling costs. Lunch/entertainment is on your own.

 

Trip Details

Who: Adults 21+

What: Foxwoods Casino Day Trip

When: Wednesday, September 16

Depart: 9 am at Walmart Super Center in Amherst, NH

Return: 6:30 pm at Walmart Super Center in Amherst, NH

Fee: $20R; $30NR

 

Hobo Harvest Time Express Train Day Trip

This fall, we will be taking a day trip to Lincoln, NH during the peak of fall foliage season. Price includes round trip train ride, admission to the Hobo Harvest Festival activities, lunch, and transportation to and from the events.

 

Trip Details

Who: Adults and Families

What: Hobo Harvest Time Express Train Day Trip w/lunch

Where: Meet at Souhegan High School Parking lot

When: October 3rd; 9am-5:30pm

Fee: $35R per child; $39R per adult; $45NR per child; $49NR per adult

 

Sister Act Musical Comedy Day Trip

It is the feel-amazing musical comedy smash based on the hit 1992 film that will have audiences jumping to their feet! Join the Amherst Recreation Department as we travel to Beverly, MA to enjoy the play, Sister Act! Price includes round trip travel to and from the play, as well as the play admission. We will be stopping for lunch before showtime. Please bring additional money for lunch, as it is not included.

 

Trip Details

Who: Adults 18+

What: Sister Act Performance

When: Wednesday, November 4th

Departure: 9:30 am from Walmart Parking lot, Amherst NH

Return time: 6:30 pm (Walmart)

Fee: $59R; $69NR- Includes roundtrip transportation and show ticket

 

Pre-school Programming

 

Preschool Playgroup

We would like to offer a brand new program to the town of Amherst! This FREE program will give preschool age students and parents a chance to get out of the house and play together. This is a great way to get preschoolers out and engaging with children their own age.

No Registration Required

 

 

Who: Preschoolers and parents/caregivers

What: Preschool Playgroup

Where: Peabody Mill Environmental Center

When: Fridays 11am-Noon (starting 9/11/15)

Fee: FREE

 

Tot Soccer

Our program is offered to 3 and 4 year olds who will be introduced to the basic building blocks of soccer including dribbling, passing and kicking skills through games and activities appropriate for their age group. This program is offered on Wednesday afternoons and Thursday mornings from 9/16-10/15.

 

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.

 

Who: Boys and Girls ages 3-5

What: Tiny Toes Dance

Where: Peabody Mill Environmental Center

When: 9/11-10/2 from 10:15-11am

Fee: $30R; $35NR

 

 

 

Youth Programming

Cross Country Team

This program will emphasize on learning how to run cross country and include trail running. We have two new levels of running this year; the fitness level and the competitive level. The program is open to athletes ages 7-18.

 

Yoga for Kids

Encourage children to turn off their devices and tune in to themselves with yoga.

 

Who: 1st-4th Graders

When: Tuesdays 9/15-10/27

Where: Wilkins School

Fee: $55R; $65NR

 

Yoga for Middle School

This yoga class is suitable for males and females who are experienced with yoga and those who are new to yoga.

 

Who: 5th-8th graders

When: Wednesdays 9/16-10/28

Where: AMS Chorus Room

Fee: $55R/ $50NR

 

Spanish

These before-school sessions will provide basics for beginners and challenge the more advanced student. Class time will include grammar, phonics, pronunciation and occasional worksheets. Learning will incorporate familiar stories, songs and music.

 

Who: 1st-4th graders

When: 7:55-8:25am Wednesdays and Thursdays 10/22-1/15

Where: Wilkins School, Classroom TBA

 

Youth Fall Soccer

We have fall soccer programs available from U4-U14. Please visit our website for more registration information.

 

Fall Baseball

Fall baseball is now open for registration for minors, majors, and Babe Ruth. Please visit our website for more information.

 

Fall Softball

Fall softball is open for registration for ages 9-12. We are in need of more girls, so don’t delay to register!

 

New Sessions of Karate

Who: Ages 4 and up (adult too!)

What: Beg./int. Karate lessons

Where: Amherst Karate Studio

Fee: $59 Please visit www. amherstrec.org for Schedule Options

 

 

 

Archery

This is an Olympic Style target archery program taught by certified instructors. The program will teach the basic fundamentals of shooting target archery focusing on safety and proper shooting form.

 

Who: Grades 1-4 and Grades 5-8

When: 9/18-10/16

www.amherstrec.org for pricing options

 

Adult Programming

 

Trail Running 101

Are you a road runner who’s tired dodging cars and road construction? Get off road and run the trails for a 4 week intro to Trail Running. Join George Bower and Amy Hull to learn about proper form, techniques, equipment and safety while running the beautiful trails at PMEC.

 

Who: Adults

What: An introduction to Trail Running

Where: We will meet at the trail head at the top of the parking lot at PMEC

           66 Brook Road

When: Sundays 8:00-9:30 am Oct 4th,11th,18th & 25th

 

True Potential

This program designed specifically for women will encompass nutrition, result-based workouts and mindfulness.  Morning or evening options are available. Start the new school year off right! Registration is now open.

 

Fall Yoga for Adults

Amherst Recreation is fortunate to have Leslie Formby, certified Hatha Yoga Instructor, as our yoga teacher. She offers classes for preschoolers, teens and adults.

 

Tuesdays Intermediate Yoga 9:00-10:15am at PMEC

Thursdays Gentle Yoga 10:00-11:15am at PMEC

 

Please visit our website for more registration information

 

Zumba Gold for Beginners

Perfect for beginners and folks over 50…this is a “kinder, gentler Zumba®.” Laugh! Dance! Love your Body! With no need to be perfect, this feels joyous…like dancing in your living room with all your “crazy” friends!

 

Please visit www.amherstrec.org for more information

 

Basket Making Workshop

Join NH Craftsman Artisan Ray Lagasse for a single 8-hour day and make a basket from scratch to finished project. These beautiful and useful baskets can be given with pride as a holiday gift.

 

Who: Adults 18-108

When: Saturday 9/26; 8am-4:30pm

Where: AMS; Life Skills Room

Fee: $125R; $135NR

 

 

Family Programming

 

Birthday Parties at PMEC!

Create amazing birthday memories this year with a Birthday Party for your child age 3-12 at the Peabody Mill Environment Center!

 

We have several themes to choose from or we can work together to tailor one just for your Birthday Girl or Boy. Please visit www.amherstrec.org for more details.

 

Adult & Youth Horseback Riding Lessons

In conjunction with Walnut Hollow Farm of Amherst, horseback riding lessons for kids & adults are back.  Students will learn the anatomy of a horse, barn management, tack, grooming and ride in their outdoor or indoor ring.  See more information on our website.

(Please be sure to call before registering.  Day/Time must be verified with the farm.)