The BIG Spring Update: Memorial Day Weekend, Youth Fishing Derby, Corcoran Pond Boat Rentals, Summer Program Guide & MORE!

It's been quite a while since our last blog entry...and we've been busy bees putting the finishing touches on Memorial Day Weekend & summer programming.  Whats the old adage?  When it rains....well, this update is going to be a big one, so make yourself comfortable & settle in for the long haul.

Summer is almost here ~ read all about it below!

Spring Climbing Schedule

Spring climbing is well under way, and that means more and more climbers are making their way outdoors to Rumney cliffs & surrounding areas.  This otherwise-quiet, 'climbing gym' time has been the perfect opportunity for us to re-work the routes on the indoor wall; a process that, albeit slow, is ongoing,  in preparation for a busy summer season .  Join us on Saturday afternoons & influence the routes you love to climb...in fact, if the day is right, we may even have you help us move holds!

Next on the list:  Community Clean-Up & After School Antics Zip-Line Field Trip

On Friday, May 11, 2012, the Recreation Department, in coordination with The Rey Center, Litter-Free NH & Roper Real Estate is proudly presenting our annual 'Community Clean-Up' (think spring cleaning for the Valley floor).  Volunteers (including our very own WVES students & staff) meet at the Recreation Department at 1 pm to pick-up a route, trash bags & rubber gloves; Return to the Rec at 3 pm for light refreshments & a 'clean-up' gift as a token of our appreciation.  We invite all community members, year-round or seasonal, young or old, to help us beautify our incredible mountain community.  In the event of inclement weather, we will re-schedule for Monday, May 14.

Community Clean-Up & Margret's Hat Garden Club

Margret's Hat Garden Club Re-Invented for Summer 2012!

The Town has 8 flower plots of varying size that are in particular need of some TLC and we are looking for volunteers with a green thumb:  responsibilities include weeding, planting, mulching and general maintenance of your plot throughout the summer & fall.  The Town & Rey Center will provide the plantings, mulch, tools & weekly watering.  Details can be found by clicking the link above or dropping us a line at 236-4695.

After School Antics Field Trip to Alpine Adventures Zip-Lines

Just in case any of our WVES students have energy left to spare following the Community Clean-Up, we are hosting our annual, spring Zip Lining Field Trip on the afternoon of Friday, May 11.  As a special "Thank You" to our area youth for their participation in the clean-up, we have teamed up with Alpine Adventures to zip at a deeply discounted rate ($60 includes transportation, supervision & pizza dinner).  Age & weight restrictions apply, as per Alpine Adventures policy; please see the flyer for more details.  THERE WILL BE NO OTHER AFTER SCHOOL ANTICS OFFERING ON FRIDAY, MAY 11; IF YOU RELYING ON ASA FOR CHILD CARE THIS DAY, PLEASE PRE-REGISTER FOR THE FIELD TRIP.

Citizen Public Safety Academy Spring 2012

Ok, so this next one comes to you, courtesy of our friends at Public Safety.  Chris, Dave & the team are offering up another session of the Citizen Public Safety Academy, Wednesday evenings at 6 pm, from May 16 thru June 13.  Learn all about police, fire & EMS operations in the Valley, from our very own hard-working professionals.  Admission is FREE!  Please contact Carina at Town Office, 236-4730, to sign-up!

Up next:  Memorial Day Weekend Programs

3rd Annual 'Casting for Kirby' Youth Fishing Derby, Saturday, May 26

Memorial Day Weekend is the gateway to summer programs in the Valley.  Corcroan Pond Boat Rentals open for the 2012 season (see below) & the waterfront is bustling with young anglers trying to catch their glimpse of 'Kirby', the legendary lunker living deep within waters of Corcoran Pond.  We'll have great prizes across 3 age brackets, including our grand prize package:  Kayak & Paddle (you provide the PFD)!  Find a registration form on our website at www.watervillevalley.org/Recreation.html & sign-up today.  Free event t-shirt to the first 100 registrants; what are you waiting for!

Corcoran Pond Waterfront 2012 Boat Rental Schedule

Memorial Day Weekend also celebrates the season opening of Corcoran Pond Boat Rentals.  We'll have our entire fleet on-hand, Saturday, May 26, 2012, including brand-new kayaks & canoes, plus the tandem kayaks & peddle boats you love!  Rentals are scheduled to open directly following the conclusion of the youth fishing derby (approximately 12 pm), & will operate on weekends only until June 23, 2012, when they begin operating 7 days a week thru the summer season (weather permitting).  Grab a copy of the flyer for all the details.

American Red Cross Summer Swim Lessons with our WSI Liz

Speaking of water...did someone say Summer Swim Lessons (try saying that 3 times fast)?  Join our very own Water Safety Instructor, Liz, for this 6-week, comprehensive, American Red Cross Swim Lesson course.  Liz will be offering lessons on Tuesdays & Thursdays, by prior appointment.  Please check out the flyer above & feel free to give her a shout at 236-4695 or online at gps@watervillevalley.org with any questions or to sign up.

NEW FOR SUMMER 2012 ~ PAPERMILL CHILDREN'S THEATRE PERFORMANCES!

Papermill Children's Theatre comes to the Recreation Department for Summer 2012!

Papermill Children's Theatre returns to the Valley for Summer 2012 & we are excited to announce that the weekly offerings will be held at the Recreation Department, on the indoor stage, in our multi-purpose room, rain-or-shine!  Join us for weekly shows on Thursdays, at 10:30 am.  Grab a cop copy of the flyer (above) for details about each week's performance; we hope to see you there!

AND NOW FOR THE NEWS EVERYONE'S BEEN WAITING FOR...

(ladies & gentlemen, drumroll please)

SUMMER 2012 PROGRAM GUIDE NOW AVAILABLE ON-LINE!

Summer 2012 Program Guide Now Available ~ Download & Print your copy here!

Summer is quickly approaching & we are excited to unveil our Summer 2012 Program Guide.  This issue is PACKED full of summer camp info, day trips, daily programs, specialty clinics/camp, special events & so much more!  Visit our website (from the link above) & get an e-copy now, even before the guide goes to print!  We hope you are as excited as we are for the upcoming summer season ~ here's to an awesome, fun-filled summer!

Yours in recreation,

Tom