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Parks and Recreation...
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| 702 N. Tollgate Rd., Bel Air, MD 21014 |
410.638.3570/3571 or 410.879.2000 |
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Last Updated: November 20, 2009
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COUNTYWIDE PROGRAMS...
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COUNTYWIDE PROGRAM
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Adult Tennis Clinic
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Ages 18+; Saturdays; Emmorton Recreation & Tennis Center (Indoor Courts) Info: 410-638-3988
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Adventure Summer Camp
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Ages 11-13; Summer; Edgeley Grove; Harford Glen; Anita C. Leight Estuary Center; Eden Mill Nature Center; Bus transportation provided from Kelly Fields; Info: 410- 638-3572
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Amusement Park Tickets - Discounted
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A variety of local amusement park tickets are available for purchase from April until early September. The Amusement Park Ticket information line 410-638-4148 is operational April through early September.
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Billiards Tournament for Seniors
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Ages Groups: 50-59, 60-69, 70+; May 12, 2006; 10:45 a.m.; Pockets Family Billiards; Call for registration form: 410.612.1606.
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Bingo
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Fun with Bingo for individuals with disabilities |
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Bowling
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This program is a fun-filled, all-American pastime for people with disabilities ages 8 and up. Eight week sessions are scheduled at varied times throughout the year. Info: 410-638-4899
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Camp I Can
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A 6-week summer day camp for children and young adults with disabilities (ages 3 - 21) held at John Archer School. Program meets 9:30am-2:30pm, Mon-Fri. Transportation is provided & registration is limited. Info: 410-638-4899.
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Croquet Tournament
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All ages; May; Liriodendron Mansion
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John Archer Child Care (JACC)
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This state licensed after school child care program runs Mon-Fri until 3-6pm JACC also operates during Camp I Can. Part-time/full-time care for children with disabilities. Info: 410-638-4899.
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Kooky Krafts
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For individuals with disabilities. Have a flair for crafts? This program meets periodically throughout the year and provides an outlet for the artistically inclined. Info: 410-638-4899.
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Life Skills
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Cooking, cleaning, self-care, & money-handling skills are offered periodically throughout the year for individuals with disabilities. Info: 410-638-4899
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National Youth Sports Administrators Association Clinic (NYSAA)
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The NYSAA is a membership organization for those volunteers responsible for the planning and implementation of recreation programs. The NYSAA works to assist Volunteer Administrators, League Presidents and Board Members in their efforts to set hight standards and provide a safe, positive experience for the youth they serve.
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Senior Golf Tournament
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Held each year in late summer at a local golf course with registration being in July/August. Open to all County residents ages 50 and over. Information: 410.638.3528.
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Senior Softball
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Grown up kids 47 years of age & up play organized softball. Games are played on Tuesdays and Thursdays, April through July at Magnolia Middle School. Information: 410-612-1608.
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Soccer Coaches' Clinics
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Offered each summer for coaches & parents of participants in soccer programs throughout Harford County. Program coordinated through National Soccer Coaches Assn of America or Md State Youth Soccer Assn. Info: 410-638-3616.
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Social Time
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This program for young adults and adults with disabilities offers social activities. Social time includes dances and movies. Info: 410-638-4899. |
Softball Skills Camp
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Ages 10+; Monday/Wednesday/Friday; Jan-March; Proving Ground Indoor Complex at 38 Buckley Avenue in Rising Sun; Each camp session will be 90-120 minutes; Info: Tim Favazza 410-322-0664 or tfavazza@dicopr.com |
Special Olympics
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Parks & Recreation is proud to co-sponsor Special Olympic training sessions like swimming, softball, golf, & track & field. Also offered throughout the year - skiing, bowling & equestrian events. Info: 410-638-4899; Website: www.somdharford.org |
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Staccatos
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For people with disabilities middle school age & older, this musical program is filled with performance opportunities. Thursdays; 6:30-8pm; Various sessions; Southampton Middle School; Room 233. Info: 410-638-4899
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Swanfest
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Sun, Oct 11, 2009, 11am-4pm at Swan Harbor Farm in HdG. Arts & Crafts, live entertainment, hayrides, food & hands-on kid's activities, pumpkins for sale at $1 each. Admission: $5/Car. Info: 410-939-6767. |
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Tennis - Harford Open Tennis Tournament
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Open & Age 55+ categories - Singles, Doubles, and Mixed Doubles competition. Event takes place in June at Harford Community College. Information: 410-638-3988.
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Theatre 4 Everyone
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Is acting in your blood? Theatre 4 Everyone introduces everyone to the rigors of rehearsals and performances. Designed for young adults and adults with disabilities, Theatre 4 Everyone is in session only one or two times per year. For information, please call 410-638-4899. |
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Travel & Fall Softball Girls' 13-18
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Practice locally. Participate in instructional leagues while playing games around the county with other girls interested in improving skills, knowledge of the game, and having fun. Information: 410-939-6724.
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Unique Physique
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Designed for individuals with disabilities ages 12 and older, Unique Physique promotes fun and fitness through basic aerobics, locomotor skills and movement. Registration is limited. Info: 410-638-4899.
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Woodworking
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Adults; Year-round; Monday-Friday; 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.; Parks & Recreation Woodshop, 700 N. Tollgate Road, Bel Air, MD 21014; Info: 410-638-4072 or 410-638-3572
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Jr. Track & Field Meet
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Ages 7-14; Saturday; April; John Carroll High School; 50/100 dash, 400/800 run, relay, long jump, softball throw in four age groups.
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The Discovery League
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Ages 5+; Year-round sports (Soccer, Basketball, Indoor Soccer, & Baseball) for individuals with disabilities.
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Spring Soccer
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For ages 5 and up; Saturday morning games only; March thru June
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Start Smart Sports Programs
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Dublin Country Fair
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1st Saturday in May; Dublin Elementary School; Crafts, Games, Parade, Food & Fun. Supports community scholarship; Info: 410.836.3690 www.dublincountryfair.org. Fair date: Sat, May 2, 2009; 10am-3pm. Parade begins 10a.m. |
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American Canoe Association Training
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A series of canoe training courses are offered throughout the year and are taught by ACA Certified Canoe Instructors. From introductory day classes to rigorous 3-day moving water courses. Skills in paddling, rescue, gear, trip leading, & boat selection.
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Eden Mill Nature Center & Park Tours
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The centerpiece of our park is Eden Mill, a 200 year old gristmill. With all gearing & machinery intact, including a power station & impressive dam, Eden Mill makes a fascinating place to tour. The mill is open to the public most Sundays, 1-5pm, April-Oct.
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Field Trips
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Eden Mill offers customized field trips for small groups. Trips are specialized to accommodate your group's learning objectives & are appropriate for grades Pre-K through 12.
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Hiking
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5 miles of pristine hiking trails are open from dawn-dusk year-round. Trail maps are available at the main kiosk outside the nature center bldg.
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Summer Nature Day Camps at Eden Mill Nature Center & Park
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A variety of nature programs that appeal to all ages are offered year-round including public environmental programs, mill tours, children's programs, adult naturalist programs, summer day camps, bird banding & hikes, tracking, plant walks, owl prowls.
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Trail Challenge
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Adults; An adult guided hiking program visiting various trails throughout MD, PA & VA; Held once a month; Free.
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Twilight Family Canoe Trips
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Guided twilight trips are held Tues & Thurs evenings from May-Sept, all equipment provided including introductory paddling lesson! Trips run from 5:45pm to approximately 8:30pm. Reservations are required. Info: 410.836.3050. |
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Start Smart Sports Program
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Ages 3-5 years. Meets at the Edgewood Recreation and Community Center. Start Smart is an instructional program that helps parents work one-on-one with their children while teaching them the basics of sports: throwing, catching, kicking, and batting. The program focuses on teaching children and their parents basic sport mechanics without the threat of Competition or the fear of getting hurt.  Registration Information: Six(6) sessions. Each session the exercises become more difficult as the class progresses and the children show improvement. Parent Orientation Meeting held Friday, 10/9/09, at 10:00am. Program meets Fridays, 10/16/09 thru 11/20/09, from 10:00am-11:00am. Cost: $40.00. Please call 410.612.1606 for more information. |
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Start Smart Sports
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Ages 3-5. The Start Smart Sports Program consists of six (6) sessions. Parent Orientation Meeting (Parents ONLY) will be held Friday, 10/9/09, at 10:00am at the Edgewood Recreation and Community Center, 1980 Brookside Drive, Edgewood, Maryland 21040. Program will meet Fridays, beginning 10/16/09 thru 11/20/09, from 10:00am-11:00am.
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