Cary Park District notes
For youth
Rock Climbing: Challenge yourself by learning the fundamentals of top roped rock climbing, rope management, knot tying, harnesses, and equipment and safety techniques. The climbing wall can be arranged to accommodate climbers with different skill levels. Safety is the first concern with rope climbing as all climbers in this program wear safety harnesses and are secured by ropes. Wear gym shoes and sports clothes and bring a water bottle. This program is for seven to 16-year-olds and meets June 23-25 at Lions Park. Registration is required.
Youth Mini Sports Camp: Get out and participate in all your favorite sports including softball, basketball, soccer, volleyball and more. Learn new skills, meet new friends, exercise and have fun. This program meets in front of the Cary Park District Preschool at Lions Park. Bring sunscreen and a bottle of water every day. This camp is for children ages six to 10 and meets from 9:30 to 11 a.m. Monday through Thursday, June 23-26 at Lions Park. Registration is $28 for residents or $42 for nonresidents.
Lifeguarding: This program provides teens with the skills and knowledge necessary to keep patrons of aquatic facilities safe in and around water. The program also provides entry-level lifeguard candidates with the skills and knowledge necessary to prevent, recognize and respond to emergencies and to provide care for injuries and sudden illnesses until advanced medical personnel arrives. Participants will not only receive lifeguard training, but aquatic-specific first aid and CPR training. This program is for teens age 15 years and older and meets 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, July 11-20 and 5 to 10 p.m. Sunday, July 11-20 Registration is $170.
Magic Waters Water Park Teen Trip: Spend a fun-filled day with friends as we road trip to Magic Waters in Rockford. From the water and tube slides to the lazy river and sand volleyball there is something for everyone. Fee includes transportation, leaving from and returning to the Community Center, admission to the park, discount on tube rental and chaperones. Bring extra money for snacks and tube rental. Trip is for teens in sixth through ninth grades will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, July 16. Registration deadline is July 2. Registration is $25 for residents or $38 for nonresidents.
Memory Box: Children can create their very own keepsake for all the pictures, treasures, and items they have collected. This class is for children ages 7 to 11 and meets from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Monday, June 30 at the Community Center. Registration is $10 for residents or $15 for nonresidents.
Freestyle Nature Art: Paint with flowers, grasses and twigs. Try your hand at shadow drawing and mixing pastels with watercolor. This program is for those young artists that like to explore and create "outside the box." This class is for children 6- to 8-years-old and meets from 10:15 to 11:15 qa.m. Wednesdays, July 9-30 at the Jaycee Park Pavilion. Registration is $26 for residents or $39 for nonresidents.
Water Wonders: Splash into an afternoon of fun a we discover the many powers of water. Learn which items sink, float and dissolve in water. Plus, learn to paint with water. Dress appropriately for water play. Class is for children ages 2 to 4 and a participating parent and meets from 2:45 to 3:45 p.m. Tuesday, July 1 at the Cary Park District Preschool in Lions Park. Younger siblings, under 2 years, are welcome in the classroom. Registration is $10 for residents or $15 for nonresidents.
For adults
Help! My Kid's A Garbologist!: Are you concerned about the amount of junk food your children are eating? Do you want to learn more about healthy eating for children? This workshop will cover basic nutrition for children, how to transition to new foods and about healthy snacking. Samples will be provided. This program is for adults and meets from 7:30 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, June 26 at the Community Center. Registration is $10 for residents or $15 for nonresidents.
For details, contact the Cary Park District, 255 Briargate Road or (847) 639-6100.