Leisure Ledger September - December 2023

continued from page 67 — Bike Maintenance Clinic Age: 14-99 yrs. Stop paying for costly bike repairs that can be done on your own! Participants will learn how to change flat tires, adjust gears and brakes, as well as perform general upkeep on their bikes. We will also go over signs and symptoms of bicycles in need of maintenance. Bring your own bike and helmet, and wear clothes that can get dirty! Sign up today for quality instruction and hands-on experience. Forest Ridge Park – Course Fee: $12 Sep 16 Sa 1:00-3:00pm Nov 18 Sa 1:00-3:00pm Thomas G. Crowder Woodland Center – Course Fee: $12 Nov 15 W 4:00-6:00pm Dec 18 M 11:30am-1:30pm First Time Backpack Excursion Age: 18-100 yrs. If you just completed the Backpacking for New Backpackers course, join us for a single night guided backpacking trip. Our experienced guides will lead you from the trailhead to your campsite, help you set up camp and cook a tasty meal, and spend the night at Falls Lake State Recreation Area’s Shinleaf campground. At night, gather around the campfire with your fellow hikers and sha stories of your adventures. This is the perfect opportunity to try backpacking f the first time and to enjoy the magic of the great outdoors! Offsite Programming – Course Fee: $37 Oct 7-Oct 8 Sa & Su12:00pm-10:00am re or Guided Hike Age: 14-100 yrs. Join us on a guided hike along Forest Ridge Park’s Shoreline Trail! Our experienced guides will lead you through the beautiful landscapes of Forest Ridge Park, pointing out hidden gems and sharing their knowledge of the local flora, fauna, and history. Whether you’re a seasoned hiker or a beginner, our hikes cater to all skill levels and offer a chance to disconnect and recharge while enjoyin the great outdoors. So lace up your shoe g s Night Hike Age: 14-99 yrs. Get ready for an unusual experience as you explore Forest Ridge Park by night! Join us on a guided two mile night hike through the park, where you’ll experience nature under the stars. Our guides will lead you through the darkness, pointing out features that you wouldn’t see during the day. With just the light of the moon and your trusty flashlight, you’ll enjoy a sense of adventure and excitement! Whether you’re looking for a thrilling activity or simply want to try something new, our guided night hikes are an unforgettable way to see Forest Ridge Park! Forest Ridge Park – Course Fee: $6 Oct 18 W 6:30-8:00pm and join us for an adventure! Forest Ridge Park – Course Fee: $8 Sep 23 Sa 9:00-11:00am

Orienteering 101 Age: 16-99 yrs. Have you ever wanted to explore the wilderness with just a map and compass? This course will take you off trail inside Lake Johnson Park and teach you all about how to navigate without the aid of a GPS or your phone. Walk away understanding how to read a compass, take bearings, understand a topographic map, and much more. No prior experience is necessary. Advanced registration is required for this program. Lake Johnson Waterfront Center – Course Fee: $12 Oct 21 Sa 1:00-4:00pm Dec 3 Su 1:00-4:00pm Private Roll Instruction Age: yrs. Roll or Swim? If you are tired of the second option, try our kayak roll instruction. For the boater wanting to take the next step in the kayaking progression, we are proud to offer personalized roll instruction. It typically takes more than one hour-long lesson to develop a fledging pool roll. Price covers the cost of equipment during the lesson time frame. Optimist Pool – Course Fee: $4 Nov 3 F 5:00-6:00pm Nov 3 F 6:00-7:00pm Nov 17 F 5:00-6:00pm Nov 17 F 6:00-7:00pm Dec 1 F 5:00-6:00pm Dec 1 F 6:00-7:00pm Dec 8 F 5:00-6:00pm Dec 8 F 6:00-7:00pm Dec 15 F 5:00-6:00pm Dec 15 F 6:00-7:00pm Dec 22 F 5:00-6:00pm Dec 22 F 6:00-7:00pm Dec 29 F 5:00-6:00pm Dec 29 F 6:00-7:00pm Family Adventure Play Day Age: 2-6 yrs. New adventures in Forest Ridge Park’s nature play area await! Dig for shark teeth and fossils, build a primitive debris shelter, build with e park’s fort building kit, or improve ur riding skills all while having fun! e will have fort building supplies for ildren ages 6-12 and a balance bike bstacle course for children ages 2-6. ll materials, including balance bikes d helmets, are provided. Adults must company their children. rest Ridge Park p 25 M 10:00am-12:00pm p 25 M 10:00am-12:00pm th yo W ch o A an ac Fo Se Se

Family Fishing Age: yrs. Join us for this fun fishing program! Participants will learn how to cast, set up a rod, and then go fishing in the lake. This is a great way to spend the day with the whole family! Equipment is provided including rod, reel, and bait. Adult(s) must accompany participant(s) under 16, register, and pay the program fee. Advance registration is required for this program. Lake Johnson Waterfront Center – Course Fee: $4 Oct 8 Su 9:00-11:00am Full Moon Glow Disc Golf Age: 14-100 yrs. Why let daylight limit your playing time? Play a round of 9 by the light of the moon! The baskets will be illuminated and glow discs will be provided. This will be a night of open play with no assigned tee times. Tee off between 6 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. Space is limited. Preregistration is required for each participant. A headlamp or flashlight is recommended. Forest Ridge Park – Course Fee: $5 Nov 1 W 6:00-8:00pm Dec 6 W 6:00-8:00pm Guided Nature Hike Age: 5-99 yrs. Join us for a 2-mile hike on the beautiful trails of Lake Johnson Park. A knowledgeable nature instructor will accompany you on each hike to discuss natural features and Lake Johnson’s history. The hikes will be held on our unpaved trails that may not be suitable for children under the age of 7. Parts of the trail considered moderate/strenuous. Participants should dress for the weather in comfortable clothing and closed-toed shoes that can get messy. Adult(s) must accompany participant(s) under 16, register, and pay the program fee. Thomas G. Crowder Woodland Center – Course Fee: $4 Nov 17 F 8:00-10:00am Take a Kid Mountain Biking Age: 5-99 yrs. Join us for Take A Kid Mountain Biking Day! We will be hosting guided ride(s) for the whole family. The ride will start with a bike inspection and warm-up prior to setting out on the trail. We will also have our skills elements set up in the grassy area for practice. Helmets and closed toe shoes are required. Pre-registration is encouraged. Forest Ridge Park Oct 7 Sa 10:00am-12:00pm

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