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Merrimack Parks & Recreation 116 Naticook Road Office: (603) 882-1046 Merrimack, NH 03054 Fax: (603) 883-5335 Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30am to 4:30pm
www.merrimackparksandrec.org
PARKS & RECREATION MISSION The Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department strives to provide affordable, quality programs to meet the needs of the community. We are committed to providing quality recreational services which are educational, fun and rewarding. The Parks & Recreation Department promotes participation by all Merrimack citizens in diverse, interesting and high quality recreational and leisure opportunities in safe, accessible and well maintained Park & Recreation facilities. Our Department is currently in a state of transition and are working on expanding the programs and services offered to all Merrimack residents.
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IN CASE OF OOPS! Complete details of program policies, procedures and guidelines are sometimes omitted from the brochures due to space limitations. Errors in days, times, registration requirements and fees may also occur. We apologize for any errors found in this brochure. Our most up-to-date information is available on our website and Facebook page. Thank you for your patience and understanding when these situations occur.
HOW ARE WE DOING? If you have any comments, concerns, program suggestions or feedback on your experiences that might be helpful to us, please let us know! Contact the Parks & Recreation office at (603) 882-1046 or by email at mcasparius@merrimacknh.gov or gcruz@merrimacknh.gov.
PARKS & RECREATION COMMITTEE The Parks & Recreation Committee serves as an advisory board to the Parks & Recreation Department and to the Town Council on matters related to Parks & Recreation programs, services, and facilities. This Committee usually meets on the third Wednesday of every month. If you have an item that you would like to propose or have the Committee discuss, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at (603) 882-1046 or email mcasparius@merrimacknh.gov to have your item added to the next agenda. COMMITTEE MEMBERS Chris Christensen, Chair Jackie Flood Julie Poole Cinda Guagliumi, School Board Rep Dan Dwyer, Town Council Rep
Laura Jaynes, Vice Chair Chris ne Lavoie Nicholas Kropelin, Alt Member Maureen Hall, Senior Ci zen Club Rep Ma,hew Casparius, Staff Support
Michelle Cushman Dan Ricker Rick Greenier, MYA Rep Brian LeClarie, Alt MYA Rep
REGISTRATION INFORMATION POLICIES AND PROCEDURES 1. All programs are offered on a “first come – first serve” basis in person, online or mail-in registration. 2. All programs operate on a self-supporting basis. The Parks & Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel classes that do not support themselves. Registrations are accepted and confirmed when you submit your completed registration form and enrollment fee. Waiting lists will be taken as classes reach their maximum enrollment. 3. Online registrations allow you to create your one-time family account. Once a family account is created, all future registrations with Merrimack Parks & Recreation would simply require you to log in and select the appropriate family member(s) from your profile to register for a particular program, event, activity or camp session. Your family account allows you to view what programs you have registered, make a credit card payment for registered programs or view your payment history. 4. Registration forms and payment should be mailed to: Merrimack Parks & Recreation, 116 Naticook Road, Merrimack, NH 03054 5. Non-residents are allowed to sign up for any program offered by the Parks & Recreation Department. WITHDRAWALS, REFUNDS, CANCELLATION AND TRANSFERS 1. Participants who wish to withdraw from a program must notify the Parks & Recreation Department at least ten (10) days prior to the start of the program. All program cancellations will be assessed a $10.00 administrative processing fee. All refunds will be issued in the form of a check from the Town of Merrimack and may take up to two (2) weeks to process. 2. Refunds may be given for medical reasons which arise less than ten (10) days prior to the start of a program. The request must be accompanied by a physician’s letter. In the event that a medical issue arises after the start of the program, the refund will be prorated. 3. If a program is cancelled due to low enrollment, participants will receive a full refund. 4. Participants will be permitted, if space allows, a transfer to another program. Should the program the participant is transferring into have a higher fee, they will be expected to remit the difference in fee at the time of requesting the transfer. Checks should be made payable to the TOWN OF MERRIMACK There is a $25.00 service fee for all returned checks. Credit Card payments with a Visa, MasterCard, or Discover Card is available by registering online: https://merrimack.recdesk.com/
PAYMENT INFORMATION
MERRIMACK YOUTH ASSOCIATION The Merrimack Youth Association (MYA) is a volunteer, non-profit organization that provides recreational sports opportunities to all youths in Merrimack. It contracts with the Town each year to provide organized youth recreational sports in Town. The MYA currently provides 8 different sports for the community: baseball, softball, basketball, football, spirit club, soccer, lacrosse and wrestling. Each program has its own Board of Directors and all programs report monthly to the Executive Board who oversees all MYA programming and corresponds with the Town accordingly. The Merrimack Youth Association building is located at 487 Daniel Webster Hwy. For more information, please call (603) 424-7759 or visit their website at www.merrimackyouth.org
O’LEARY COMMUNITY CENTER Located at 4 Church Street in Merrimack, the John O’Leary Adult & Community Center is available to host your event or business meeting for 20 or 200 people. Let our comfort and style transform your event into an exciting special occasion. Our distinctive location in the center of Merrimack, behind the Merrimack Public Library and next to the First Congregational Church of Merrimack, near the intersection of Daniel Webster Highway and Baboosic Lake Road, offers a unique, comfortable and fully-appointed setting in which to host your next function. The center offers Wi-Fi access, a flat-screen TV for computer presentations, and feature a clean, modern full kitchen for re-warming prepared foods, and is fully airconditioned, heated and handicap accessible. For more information about rentals or for a personal tour, contact Rental Coordinator, Steven M. Dembow at (603) 429-0902 or by email at steven.m.dembow@comcast.net
SENIOR CITIZENS CLUB The Club's purpose is to serve the best interests of the Town's seniors, to develop social interest and feeling of true friendship within the Club, and to be energetic in support of federal and state legislation to benefit senior citizens. Activities include meetings, bingo, bridge, a variety of bus trips, sewing, crafts, cribbage, whist, blitz and chair yoga. The club meets on Mondays at 1:00pm (except on holidays) at the John O'Leary Adult Community Center. The center's hours are Monday to Friday 9:00am - 4:00pm. Members must be 55 years of age or older and a Merrimack resident. Annual membership fee is $20.00. For more information, contact Irene Jenness at (603) 424-2362.
WASSERMAN PARK IMPROVEMENTS It has been a busy couple of months at Wasserman Park with lots of construction activities taking place throughout the Park. Over the past few months Parks & Recreation have installed a new permanent water line down to the Function Hall, added a new heating system to the building and over the next few weeks will be adding a sprinkler system as well. Once this project is complete, the Function Hall will be available for rentals on a year-round basis to the general public. These improvements will also allow us to begin providing year-round recreational programming at Wasserman Park. In addition, we tore down the last two condemned buildings that had remained in the Park. One of the buildings was a cabin by the waterfront and the other was the Wasserman House Residence which sat on top of the sledding hill. Both buildings had been in significant disrepair for a number of years and had been closed for the last 6 years as they were cost prohibitive to try and repair them. These were the last two buildings that we anticipate needing to take down in the Park. In the meantime, we are continuing to update the remaining 15 buildings in the Park. Last Fall, Eagle Scout Candidate, Jacob Parker, built the Park a new Archery Range shooting platform which is located near the Park’s exit and is visible from Naticook Road. This new Archery Range will provide a tremendous benefit for Naticook Day Camp and its archery program. It is also open to the Merrimack residents for use. We also have another Eagle Scout project coming to Wasserman Park this spring. Eagle Scout Candidate, Nick LaRoche, will be building and installing new solar powered light posts that will be placed along the pathway from the Function Hall uphill towards the Visitor’s Parking Lot. In the next couple of months, we have several new projects that will be coming to fruition. We will be going out to bid for the construction of the new dog park at Wasserman Park. This new dog park will be located behind the Visitor Parking Lot and we are anticipating a grand opening around late June or early July. For the most up to date details about the Merrimack Dog Park, visit their website at www.merrimackdogpark.com. Plans are also in the works for the construction of a Disc Golf Course at Wasserman Park. Funds are being privately raised by a group of residents to build the course and it will become a recreational amenity available to all Merrimack residents. They have a fundraising site for anyone who are interested to make a donation. Please visit their crowdfunding website at: www.indiegogo.com/projects/wasserman-parkdisc-golf-course-merrimack-nh#/.
MERRIMACK CONCERT ASSOCIATION The Merrimack Concert Association is celebrating their 20th Anniversary in 2016. They offer amateur and professional musicians an artistic, recreational, and educational experience through the rehearsal and performance of a wide variety of instrumental and vocal music; to provide the residents of the area quality yet inexpensive entertainment. The Merrimack Concert Association performs three times a year (Winter, Spring and July rd 3 ). This organization provides the opportunity to sing in an intergenerational choir, to dust off that old instrument from middle school or to meet new friends (or rediscover old friends). For more information, contact Executive Director, Heidi Critz-Frens at (603) 233-2557 or by email at info@merrimackconcert.org. You can also visit their website at www.merrimackconcert.org.
2016 SUMMER CONCERT SERIES Celebrating 20 Years of Summertime Music in Merrimack! at the Abbie Griffin Park Gazebo | 6:00pm-8:00pm Wednesday, June 22: CHILDREN’S CONCERT—VICKI & STICKS Vicki & Sticks is husband and wife team Vicki and Rick Ethier. Their interactive family/music show is fun for all ages and encourages the children to be part of the band! Visit: http://www.vicandsticks.com/
Wednesday, June 29: CLUB SODA BAND Club Soda is a four piece band that has over 30 years’ experience entertaining audiences of all kinds throughout New England. They perform the "Best of Top 40" hits from the 50’s to today. All four Club Soda members are lead vocalists with voices that can cover any range and style with harmonies layered throughout every song. Their powerful vocals definitely show case the band's talent, on top of wonderfully executed instrumentation. Visit: http://www.clubsodaband.com
Sunday, July 3: MERRIMACK CONCERT ASSOCIATION—HOLIDAY CONCERT Kick off the Independence Day Celebration with an evening of patriotic tunes, marches, and other popular selections performed by the Merrimack Concert Association. Visit: http://www.merrimackconcert.org/
Wednesday, July 6: THE 39th ARMY BAND A crowd favorite, the 39th Army Band returns on July 6th for an evening of stirring Patriotic and contemporary music. The 39th Army Band is made up of musicians representing many communities throughout the state. These band members are dedicated soldiers whose high standards of performance is respected and anticipated wherever they perform. The 39th Army Band is a shining example of New Hampshire soldiers at their best. Come enjoy a performance by the 39th Army Band and support New Hampshire’s local troops. Visit: http://www.music.army.mil/organizations/pages/?unit=39AB
Wednesday, July 13: PETE KILPATRICK BAND Based in Portland, ME, Pete Kilpatrick Band’s music has been featured on NBC's ‘The Office’, ‘Parks and Recreation’ and ‘New Girl’ and have toured with Dave Matthews Band, Jason Mraz, Guster and others! Visit: http://www.petekilpatrickband.com/bio
Wednesday, July 20: THE REMINISANTS Back by popular demand, we welcome back The Reminisants! Known as one of Boston’s best oldies bands, The Reminisants have been entertaining audiences of all ages throughout New England since 1973. The band specializes in music from the 1950’s through the 1990’s, playing a collection of great music for all kinds of musical tastes and generations. Visit their website for more information: http://www.reminisants.com/
Wednesday, July 27: COVER STORY Cover Story is among the top acts playing in Boston and the surrounding area. Cover Story is comprised of all Berklee College of Music graduates and all are multi-instrumentalists and vocalists. With such an all-encompassing song list, they appeal to all ages, playing Top 40 hits from the 60's, 70's, 80's, 90's, and today! Visit: http://www.coverstoryentertainment.com/
Wednesday, August 3: CHILDREN’S CONCERT – WAYNE FROM MAINE The Wayne from Maine show is 45 a minute interactive musical experience for the young and young at heart. Wayne along with his percussionist JimmyJames the KoongaBoonga Man invite volunteers to the stage to play various percussive instruments or sing into a wireless microphone. Wayne has been performing and recording children's music for over a decade and has traveled up and down the east coast delighting audiences with his very own brand or "Edu-Tainment". Visit their website for more information: www.waynefrommaine.com
Wednesday, August 10: THE TRANSISTORS Sounds Of The Sixties. Not just another retro band, these guys are the real thing! Band Members: Rockin' Tommy, Silvertone, Double 0, and Wando. It’s 60’s rock Beatles-Kinks Kingsmen-Rolling Stones-surf. http://www.transistorsband.com/
Wednesday, August 17: BAHA BROTHERS The Baha Brothers is a Jimmy Buffett/Beach Boys style band playing all of our favorite songs with energy, fair and showmanship. Starting in the early 90’s they quickly became one of the best Jimmy Buffett Tribute bands in the area. They have played shows all over New England, in Margaritaville Key West, Las Vegas, on national television and have even played with Jimmy Buffett! Band members include: Pete on Sax, Johnny Cuervo on drums, Billy on Keyboards, Jay on Bass and Paul on Guitar. Visit their website for more information: http://personal.tmlp.com/baha95/
FREE SUMMER MOVIE NIGHTS Join the Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department for FREE family movie nights at the Park this summer! Bring your friends and family, your favorite picnic blanket and yummy picnic snacks for an amazing evening under the summer night stars. Free popcorn will be provided!
SAVE THE DATE! MINIONS at Wasserman Park Thursday, August 25th at 7:15pm Rated PG - 91 minutes SPONSORED BY iHeart Media
NATICOOK SUMMER DAY CAMP CAMP DATES & RATES
CAMP EXTENDED CARE
(Rates are based per week per child.)
Extended Care options are available for an additional fee. Rates are per week per child.
SESSION 1: June 27th—July 1st SESSION 2: July 5th—July 8th* SESSION 3: July 11th—July 15th SESSION 4: July 18th—July 22nd SESSION 5: July 25th—July 29th SESSION 6: August 1st—August 5th SESSION 7: August 8th—August 12th SESSION 8: August 15th—August 19th Residents: $200.00
Morning (AM) Extended Care: $20.00 AM—7:00am to 8:00am Afternoon (PM) Extended Care: $30.00 PM—4:00pm to 5:30pm Both AM and PM Extended Care: $50.00 7:00am to 8:00am & 4:00pm to 5:30pm
Non-Residents: $250.00
WEEKLY THEMES
(*Session 2 - Residents: $160.00 Non-Residents: $200.00)
SESSION 1: MYTHS & LEGENDS
CAMPER INFORMATION
SESSION 2: HOLIDAY HOOPLA
Campers between the ages of 5 to 14 years old are welcome to attend Naticook Summer Day Camp and must be toilet trained. All registered Campers will also receive an official Naticook Day Camp T-shirt upon their first day at Camp.
SESSION 3: AMAZING RACE SESSION 4: CSI MYSTERY SESSION 5: SPLASH & DASH CARNIVAL SESSION 6: MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU SESSION 7: NATICOOK’S GOT TALENT & GIVES BACK
REGISTRATIONS
SESSION 8: GO FOR THE GOLD—OLYMPICS WEEK
To register, complete and return the Camper Registration Form along with payment and all health forms. Paper registration forms are available at the Parks & Recreation Office, Town Hall, the Merrimack Public Library or on our website at www.merrimackparksandrec.org/naticook.html. Online registration and payments are also available! The Camper’s Record of Immunizations and Record of a Physical are due no later than June 13, 2016.
HOURS OF OPERATION Morning Drop off Camp Day Afternoon Pick up
8:00am – 8:15am 8:00am – 4:00pm 3:45pm – 4:00pm
PAYMENTS A $25.00 non-refundable deposit per week per child is required to reserve your space. Final payments are due no later than two weeks prior to the session that you are registering for. All deposits are applied towards your Camp tuition. Online registrations require full payment of Camp by credit card. Payments and deposits are also accepted by check or cash in person. Checks should be made payable to the ‘Town of Merrimack’.
CONTACT US Parks & Recreation Office: 603-882-1046 Website: www.merrimackparksandrec.org Email: gcruz@merrimacknh.gov
PRESCHOOL CAMP
A Summer Camp For Your Little Ones The Naticook Junior Adventures Camp is created for children ages 3 to 5 years old. Naticook Junior Adventures Camp emphasizes on the simple joys of summer through the natural world. Each of our Camp’s weekly themes are packed with fun activities including arts, crafts, music, sports and nature exploration which are designed as an introduction to the Summer Day Camp experience. The Naticook Junior Adventures Camp runs weekly for six weeks, Mondays to Fridays from 8:30 am to 12:00 pm. Each week will feature a different theme and each days activities will nurture your child’s sense of wonder and connection to the environment, helping them to feel at home in nature. Naticook Junior Adventures Camp is a great way for your child to become connected to the outdoors with a structured environment during the summer, be with old friends, and an opportunity to make new friends. Our program is held at Wasserman Park and features a 5:1 Staff to Camper Ratio and a daily snack will be provided. All campers must be toilet trained in order to attend Camp. To register or for more information, visit www.merrimackparksandrec.org/camps.html Location: Wasserman Park
Fee: $90.00 per Camper per Session
Session 1
July 11th –July 15th
“A BUG’S LIFE”
Session 2
July 18th – July 22nd
“OUTER SPACE”
Session 3
July 25th – July 29th
“WELCOME TO THE JUNGLE”
Session 4
August 1st – August 5th
“TRANSPORTATION”
Session 5
August 8th – August 12th
“UNDER THE SEA”
Session 6
August 15th – August 19th
“DINOSAURS”
THEATER CAMP New this summer, the Parks & Recreation Department is introducing a new Theater Camp program, Merrimack Summer Stage at the Wasserman Park Theater. Theater Camp will be held the week of July 25th from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, with a final performance on Friday afternoon. During Theater Camp, Campers will learn about scene acting, vocal work, dance and creative movement, theater games and improvisation. Campers will work together to produce a theatrical program that will be performed at the last day of Theater Camp. When Campers are not rehearsing, they will be busy with fun crafts and activities! Don’t miss out on a fun-filled week of learning and performing. It will be amazing to observe the strides the Campers make in just one week. Merrimack Summer Stage is for Campers between the ages of 8 to 14 years old. Campers should bring a water bottle and lunch with them daily. Snacks will be provided. To register or for more information, visit www.merrimackparksandrec.org/camps.html Dates: Monday, July 25th to Friday, July 29th
Hours: 9:00am — 4:00pm
Fee: $140.00/Camper
*A copy of your child’s immunizations and a record of a physical from within the last 24 months is required to attend Merrimack Summer Stage, Theater Camp.
TEEN CAMP Camp Trek is a new one-week trip and activity based program created for Campers between the ages of 12 to 15 years old, based out of Wasserman Park. Campers will enjoy a true summer vacation while experiencing a mix of traditional Summer Camp activities along with three field trips over the course of the week to destinations across New Hampshire. On Monday, activities will be at Wasserman Park and Campers will experience a wide variety of sports, games and other team building activities throughout the day. On Tuesday, Campers will head out to their first adventure as they take a trip to Portsmouth to set sail about a historic gundalow sailboat on the tidal waters of the Piscataqua River. This unique excursion allows Campers to learn about sailing and navigation as well as history and ecology throughout the cruise. On Wednesday, Campers will visit Pawtuckaway State Park in Nottingham for a day at the beach and explore the trail system within the Park. On Thursday, Campers will make a special trek to Gunstock Resort for an adventure discovery day. They will get to experience a variety of activities including Big Air Bag Launch Ramp, Summer Tubing, Lift ride, Spider Climb/Climbing Wall/Bungee Jump, Waterfall Climbing Wall, Water Wars, Kayaks, Canoes, Stand-up Paddleboards, Paddleboats, Float Tubes, Slackline Park, and the Stunt Jump. On Friday, Teen Camp closes out the week back at Wasserman Park with another day of sports, games and other team building activities. Campers should bring sneakers with a good sole, a lunch that does not need to be refrigerated, a water bottle and a backpack with them daily. Snacks will be provided. To register or for more information, visit www.merrimackparksandrec.org/camps.html Dates: Monday, August 22nd to Friday, August 26th
Hours: 8:30am — 4:00pm
Fee: $250.00/Camper
*A copy of your child’s immunizations and a record of a physical from within the last 24 months is required to attend Merrimack Camp Trek, Teen Camp.
YOUTH PROGRAMS LEARN TO SWIM PROGRAMS American Red Cross Learn-to-Swim Program provides instruction to help swimmers of all ages and abilities develop their swimming and water safety skills. It is designed to give students a positive learning experience. The objective is to teach children to swim and to be safe in, on and around the water. All classes run Mondays to Fridays in weekly sessions. SESSION 1: June 27th—July 1st SESSION 2: July 5th—July 8th
Fee: $30.00 Fee: $24.00
SESSION 3: July 11th—July 15th SESSION 4: July 18th—July 22nd SESSION 5: July 25th—July 29th SESSION 6: Aug. 1st—Aug. 5th SESSION 7: Aug. 8th—Aug. 12th SESSION 8: Aug. 15th—Aug. 19th
Fee: $30.00 Fee: $30.00 Fee: $30.00 Fee: $30.00 Fee: $30.00 Fee: $30.00
(4 day session)
PARENT & CHILD AQUATICS Parents and young children (6 months to approximately 3 years) learn together to increase a child's comfort level in the water and build a foundation of basic skills, such as arm and leg movements and breath control. Level 1 helps introduce water safety concepts and prepares children to learn to swim in the American Red Cross Preschool Aquatics or Learn-to-Swim courses. Learn and become familiar with songs. It is not designed to teach children to become good swimmers or to survive in the water on their own. The child must be at least 6 months old. A parent or other caregiver must accompany each child into the water and participate in each class.
LEVEL 3: STROKE DEVELOPMENT
3:00pm-3:30pm
3:30pm-4:00pm
4:00pm-4:30pm
Parent & Child
Parent & Child
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Level 1
Level 1
Level 2
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Level 3
Level 3
LEVEL 1: INTRO TO WATER SKILLS Submerge face, bobbing, supported front and back float, bubble blowing, supported front and back kick, crawl stroke arms, reaching assists, personal floating device (PFD) use. Class is geared towards children ages 4 and up.
LEVEL 2: FUNDAMENTAL AQUATIC SKILLS Submerge head, retrieve objects, prone float, glide, recover, supine float, glide, recover, front and back flutter kick, back crawl arms, front and back combined strokes. Class is geared towards children ages 5 and up. Retrieve object with eyes open, chest deep bobbing, prone and supine glide, front crawl with breathing 10-yards, back crawl 10-yards, elementary back kick 10 yards, reverse direction front & back, treading water. Class is geared towards children ages 5 + up.
YOUTH PROGRAMS YOUTH TENNIS LESSONS The Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department is offering Youth Tennis Lessons for youth and teens. Tennis Instructor, Andrew MacEachern, will be teaching classes this Summer at Wasserman Park’s Tennis Courts. All classes run Mondays to Fridays in weekly sessions. SESSION 1: June 27th—July 1st SESSION 2: July 5th—July 8th (4 day session)
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SESSION 3: July 11 —July 15
SESSION 4: July 18th—July 22nd SESSION 5: July 25th—July 29th
SCHEDULES & FEES
SESSIONS 1, 3-8 SESSION 2 ONLY Monday-Friday
Tuesday-Friday
Fee: $25.00/week
Fee: $20.00
ROOKIE RACKETS
9:00 am – 10:00 am
SESSION 7: August 8th—August 12th
MIDDLE HITTERS
10:00 am – 11:00 am
SESSION 8: August 15th—August 19th
JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT
11:00 am – 12:00 pm
SESSION 6: August 1st—August 5th
ROOKIE RACKETS This class for 5 and 6 year old children teaches them to incorporate the basic introductory skills to play through fun-tastic tennis games and drills. The class will focus on teaching coordination skills. Classes are 45-minutes in length. A tennis racket will be provided to those who do not have one.
JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT Designed for players ages 10 to 14 years old. Players will focus on match play skills needed for competing. All levels welcome; game schedules will be drawn up. In these 1-hour lessons, individualized skills will be taught and detailed instruction will be given. A tennis racket will be provided to those who do not have one.
MIDDLE HITTERS This class for youths ages 7, 8, and 9 year olds, builds upon the lessons taught in the Rookie Rackets classes. In these 45-minute lessons, players will gain knowledge of the court, the racket and begin to play against an opponent. A tennis racket will be provided to those who do not have one.
YOUTH PROGRAMS Merrimack Parks & Recreation has also partnered with O’Leary Basketball Camp, US Sports Institute, Super Soccer Stars, In The Net Sports Academies, Top Secret Science and Wicked Cool For Kids to offer the Merrimack Youth recreational opportunities at Wasserman Park. There is a program fit for everyone!
O’LEARY BASKETBALL CAMP The O’Leary Basketball Camp will be returning to Wasserman Park this Summer for its 23rd year. The camp focuses on team play and individual improvement while maintaining a positive attitude with an emphasis on sportsmanship. All participants will receive a Basketball Camp T-Shirt. For more information contact Kevin O’Leary at (239) 249-9276 or via email at olearyjko@gmail.com. To register for the O’Leary Basketball Camp, visit www.olearycamp.com. Fee: $60.00 (Weeks 1, 3 – 6) *Fee: $55.00 (Week 2 only) WEEK 1 June 27 – July 1 WEEK 2 *July 5 – July 8 WEEK 3 July 11 – July 15 WEEK 4 July 18 – July 22 WEEK 5 July 25 – July 29 WEEK 6 August 1 – August 5
8:30am–11:30am 8:30am–12:00pm 8:30am–11:30am 8:30am–11:30am 8:30am–11:30am 8:30am–11:30am
Ages 12-14 Ages 9-11 Ages 12-14 Ages 9-11 Ages 12-14 Ages 9-11
U.S. SPORTS INSTITUTE For questions or to register, please contact the US Sports Institute at 1-866345-BALL or register online at www.ussportsinstitute.com and click on Summer Camps. All program lessons will be held at Wasserman Park. TOTAL PLAY MULTISPORTS—Experience over 16 different sports from around the world including, soccer, basketball, lacrosse, volleyball, disc golf, cricket, floor hockey and many more at US Sports Institute’s Total Play Multi Sports camp. All activities will take place in an atmosphere which promotes good sportsmanship, teamwork and most of all, fun. Geared towards Campers ages 5 - 12; participants will receive technical instruction, have the chance experience the sport in a realistic game situation, and will participate in the exciting USSI World Cup Competition. All participants will receive a t-shirt and certificate. This is the only sports camp truly dedicated to children of all abilities. Session 1: July 18th – July 22nd Session 2: July 18th – July 22nd Session 3: August 1st – August 5th Session 4: August 1st – August 5th
9:00 am – 4:00 pm 9:00 am – 12:30 pm 9:00 am – 4:00 pm 9:00 am – 12:30 pm
Ages: 7 – 12 Ages: 6 – 12 Ages: 7 – 12 Ages: 6 – 12
Fee: $180.00 Fee: $130.00 Fee: $180.00 Fee: $130.00
TOTAL SPORTS SQUIRT—The Total Sport Squirts program introduces children aged 3 to 5 to a variety of sports such as soccer, basketball, lacrosse, hockey and T-Ball. All classes will take place in a safe, structured environment which is sure to encourage learning and skill development. Games and drills are designed to capture each child’s imagination. Whether it is trying to find Nemo, sending Shrek into a spin or capturing jellyfish with Sponge Bob Square Pants, there’s fun to be had by all. All activities promote hand-eye coordination, movement, balance and most importantly Fun, Fun, Fun! Hours: 4:30 – 5:30 pm Session 1: July 18th – July 22nd
Ages: 3 – 5 Fee: $80.00 per session st Session 2: August 1 – August 5th
SUPER SOCCER STARS All program lessons will be held at Wasserman Park. FUN IN THE SUN SUMMER CAMP—Our class format is developed to give our budding soccer stars a familiar framework in which they can excel from class to class. Our classes begin with a welcome, incorporating a song for the early stages age groups (2 year olds – 1st Grade) and a cheer for the Independent stages (2nd – 12th Grade). The classes then kick off with a dynamic warm-up followed by muscle-warming stretches to get everyone ready for action. The bulk of each class focuses on skill development activities and games which include progression, pressure and direction with an ending point (i.e. goal or end line). Skill development is the central piece of the class, focusing on the basic skills which are integral to the game of soccer (i.e. dribbling, passing, shooting, defending and shielding) to optimize the experience for each child. Every session culminates in a scrimmage game (adapted variations for younger age groups) to familiarize each child with the structure of a game setting, while always encouraging our players with positive reinforcement. Register online at: https://ma.supersoccerstars.com/enroll/classdetails.asp?s=114 Camp Hours: 9:00 am – 11:00 am Ages: 3 – 5 Fee: $150.00 per session Session 1: July 11th – July 15th Session 2: August 8th – August 12th KICK IT SOCCER CAMP—Kick It Camps are 4-hour sessions of soccer fun for kids ages 6 to 12. A typical camp day includes a warm-up, tag games, relay races, team building activities, skill building activities, partner, individual, and group activities, and concludes with a game of World Cup! Kick It Camp is a great way for your older child to build confidence and learn teamwork while improving their soccer skills! Register online at: https://ma.supersoccerstars.com/enroll/classdetails.asp?s=113 Camp Hours: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm Session 1: July 25th – July 29th
Ages: 6 – 12 Fee: $200.00 per session th Session 2: August 29 – September 1st
O’GARA DRIVE SKATE PARK —IN MEMORY OF MICHAEL L. FLERRA— The Merrimack Parks and Recreation Department oversees the operation of the Merrimack Skate Park on O'Gara Drive. This use-at-your-own-risk facility opens in the spring and remains open through October, as weather permits. For safety reasons, the Skate Park will be closed if it is raining. There is no attendant on duty. The Town of Merrimack is not responsible for lost or stolen items or any injury or accident incurred during the use of the Skate Park. (NH RSA 507-B:11) The Skate Park will be open daily from Dawn to Dusk and will be monitored by the Merrimack Police Department. In case of injury, emergency or to report unlawful acts, CALL 911 or (603) 424-3774. For O’Gara Drive Skate Park rules, more information or questions, please call the Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department at (603) 882-1046 or visit www.merrimackparksandrec.org/ogara.html.
SPECIAL SAVINGS AND DISCOUNTS! Breathe NH’s Fun Pass Coupon Book costs only $32.00 and is worth over $1,800 in incredible savings at more than 100 favorite New England family attractions. To purchase a book, visit the Parks & Rec office (116 Naticook Road, Merrimack) or call us at (603) 882-1046. Only cash or check payable to ‘NHRPA’.
YOUTH PROGRAMS TOP SECRET SCIENCE CAMP Spectacular Hands-On Science! Come join this very cool and fun summer program! During the week, the kids will explore up to 100 weird and wacky hands-on science experiments and will make and take home at least 50 different projects. The scientists are fast paced and funny and your kids will be thoroughly entertained (they’ll even learn some interesting things too). We will explore weird motions and flying things, air and water pressure; crazy chemistry, light and sound, science magic, electricity, magnets, astronomy and more. Be prepared for lots of fun stuff. It is a wonderful 6 hours of science each day. For more information, visit www.topsecretscience.com or to register for this program, send your check payable to: Top Secret Science to 116 Naticook Road, Merrimack, NH 03054
Week of July 11th – July 15th Hours: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
Grades: K – 5th
Fee: $140.00
IN THE NET SPORTS ACADEMY For more information about the Field Hockey or Lacrosse Camp programs with In the Net Sports Academy, please contact Patrick Mulcahy at (603) 429-0592. All lessons will be held at Wasserman Park. Register online at: http://www.inthenetsportsacademy.com/sign-up/summer-camp-sign-up-form/
FIELD HOCKEY SUMMER CAMP In The Net’s goal is to provide the best field hockey skills development programs for girls through positive, fun and professional coaching methods. INT’s field hockey summer camps starts at Grade 4 and goes up thru Grade 8, this program emphasizing on learning, practicing, and improving all aspects of a player’s game. Small sided games and situation drills enable team awareness skills to be strengthened and developed at our summer camps. Players are trained individually and in small groups to develop the essential skills of field hockey such as stick and ball handling as well as positional responsibility. Hours: 9:00 am – 12:30 pm Grades: 4th – 8th Session 1: July 18th – July 22nd
Fee: $150.00 per session
Session 2: August 8th – August 12th
LACROSSE SUMMER CAMP In The Net’s goal is to provide the best lacrosse skills development programs for boys and girls, trained separately, through positive, fun and professional lax coaching methods. ITN’s lacrosse summer camps start at Grade 2 and goes up to the collegiate level athlete emphasizing on learning, practicing, and improving all aspects of a player’s game. Small sided games and situation drills enable team awareness skills to be strengthened and developed at our summer camps. Players are trained individually and in small groups to develop the essential skills of lacrosse such as stick and ball handling as well as positional responsibility. Lead by Division 1 UMass Amherst scholarship player! Lacrosse camp is open to boys and girls in grades 3 to 8! BOYS ALL SKILLS CAMP: GIRLS ALL SKILLS CAMP: All Skills Camp Hours: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Hours: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm th th Fees: Session 1: July 11 – 15 Session 1: August 15th – August 18th $150.00 per session Session 2: August 1st – 5th
WICKED COOL FOR KIDS Since 2007, Wicked Cool for Kids has provided amazing kids’ summer programs that blend STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) education goals with the kind of fun that kids need on summer break. We champion a great mix of focused lessons and structured play that maintain academic integrity within a creative environment. Our summer programs integrate STEAM components that create a rich and intentional learning environment with fun challenges and hands on activities that reinforce grade expectations and beyond. Most of the inquiries that we receive from parents regard the daily structure and the blend of activities, so we have provided a clear picture of how a typical day unfolds in our programs. For more information, visit http://www.wickedcoolforkids.com/ or to register for this program, send your check payable to: NRich Inc. Mail to: 116 Naticook Road, Merrimack, NH 03054
WICKED COOL MED SCHOOL Is there a doctor in the house? Future doctors will follow the progress of their own “patient” all week as we journey into the inner workings of the human body. Keep medical charts and become anatomy specialists while learning the body systems. We’ll create model organs like big bones, moving joints, and working lungs for our patient. In this class, we will learn to use a stethoscope, how to take vital signs, and how to incorporate healthy habits into our lives to keep in tip top shape! Participants should bring a bag lunch. Week of August 22nd – August 26th
Hours: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
Grades: 1 – 5
Fee: $290.00
LEGO ENGINEERING We’ve expanded our LEGO Engineering program to include STEM-based challenges and free building – two things kids love. We will build mechanisms that incorporate gears, flywheels, and cams to build amazing contraptions. We’ll crank up the fun using creativity to build with LEGOs in problem solving challenges. Design a spinning eggbeater or create a car to carry LEGO bricks uphill. Kids will love rising to the LEGO challenge. Week of August 29th – September 2nd
Hours: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm Grades: 1 – 5
Fee: $190.00
ROCKET SCIENCE Rocket Science is a blast for any junior rocketeer! Rocket Scientists will learn about propulsion by building compressed air rockets, water rockets and rockets that blast off via chemical reaction! As aerospace engineers, we will travel to infinity and beyond while learning the laws of aerodynamics and flight. For a fantastic finish, we will launch our own customized Estes Rocket on Friday (weather permitting). Week of August 29th – September 2nd
Hours: 1:00 – 4:00 pm
Grades: K – 5
Fee: $190.00
COUNSELOR-IN-TRAINING The Counselor In Training (CIT) Program at Naticook Summer Day Camp is geared towards participants who are at least 15 years of age (by the start of the summer), who are interested in gaining leadership skills and want to learn how to apply those skills towards working with children. As a CIT, you will become familiar with many aspects of how Camp functions and the role of counselors in the Camp. Through various group activities and involvement in other programs as a CIT, you will develop and enhance your leadership skills. Accepted CIT's may choose to work more than 2 weeks, but we are looking for commitment of at least two (2) weeks. There is a fee of $150.00 to participate in this 2 week program that will be due prior to the start of the summer. If selected individuals wish to work more than two (2) weeks there will be no additional fees. For more information about Counselor in Training , please visit: www.merrimackparksandrec.org/cit.html
ADULT PROGRAMS STANDARD FIRST AID COURSE Injuries happen all the time would you know how to respond if it happened to someone you knew? The purpose of this course is to train individuals in the skills necessary to recognize and provide basic first aid care for severe bleeding, burns, injuries to muscles, bones and joints, as well as handling heat and cold related emergencies. Participants will become certified in Standard First Aid from the National Safety Council valid for 3 years. Min: 4 / Max: 12 Location: Wasserman Park, Parks & Rec Office Dates: Tuesday, June 7th Tuesday, June 21st
Fee: $35.00 per session
Time: 6:00 – 8:30 pm Time: 6:00 – 8:30 pm
AMERICAN RED CROSS CPR/AED PROFESSIONAL RESCUERS RECERTIFICATION TRAINING COURSE The purpose of this course is to recertify Professional Rescuers in Adult, Child & Infant CPR & AED before their current certification expires. Individuals who successfully completes this class will receive a certification from the American Red Cross in CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer valid for 2 years. Participants should bring a pocket mask with them to class. Location: Wasserman Park, Parks & Rec Office Dates: Monday, June 13th
Time: 6:00 – 9:30 pm
Fee: $40.00 per session Min: 3 / Max: 12
AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD TRAINING COURSE The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services personnel take over. This course is a requirement for anyone wishing to work as a Lifeguard. In order to participate in this class you must be at least 15 years of age and must be able to pass a prerequisite skills evaluation. For questions, please contact Karen Jenovese with Swim NH at (603) 724-7484. For more information or to register for the class, visit www.swimnh.com. Cost for the Lifeguarding Course is $350. Add an additional $100 to add the optional Waterfront Skills Module. Location: Wasserman Park Fee: $350.00 Lifeguard Course Only | $450.00 Lifeguard + Waterfront Skills Date: Wednesday – Friday, June 22nd – 24th
Time: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm
ADULT TENNIS LESSONS The Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department is offering 1.5 hour weekly Adult Tennis Lessons this summer and Andrew MacEachern will be our returning Tennis Instructor. There are two levels offered: Beginners/Intermediate and Intermediate/Advanced, at Wasserman Park’s Tennis Courts. Location: Wasserman Park
Time: 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Fee: $50.00
Beginners/Intermediate Class:
Mondays, July 11th – August 15th
Intermediate/Advanced Class:
Wednesdays, July 13th – August 17th
ARCHERY FOR ADULTS and CHILDREN Learn to shoot the bow and arrow and/or improve your shooting abilities! This class is taught by Lucy Morris, a National Level 4 Archery Coach from the New England School of Archery. Safety, proper shooting form, mental concentration and proper use of equipment are emphasized. Come and have fun sharing a life-long sport with your friends! Minimum age is 8 years old. For more information , please call Lucy Morris at 603-674-2845 or email NESAINC@yahoo.com. To register for this program, please visit: www.theflyingarcher.com Dates: Fridays, July 15th, 22nd, 29th and August 5th Time: 9:30 – 10:30 am Location: Wasserman Park
Fee: $60.00
PAINT NIGHT at THE PARK Whether you are an advanced master or you have never even held a paintbrush, this will be a night of fun and an experience you'll never forget! Your instructor, Chelsea LeBeau Hueter, will provide you with step -by-step instructions and at the end of the evening, you will have your own fabulous version of our custom “Merrimack” painting to take home with you. Make it a Girls Paint Night Out with your friends or a Couples Night Out with your special person and enjoy an evening under the summer sky painting the night away! All painting supplies will be provided. Advanced registration is required and online registration is not available for this class. For more information or to register, visit www.merrimackparksandrec.org/brochure.html or send an email to gcruz@merrimacknh.gov. Date: Friday, August 19th
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm
Location: Wasserman Park
Fee: $35.00
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS INTRODUCTION TO FISHING In the basic fishing course you will explore the skills and equipment needed and resources available to you to start your journey to becoming an angler. Topics covered in this course include basic rods and reels, safety, knot tying, fish identification, ethics, rules and regulations, and aquatic ecology. After completing a classroom session you will get the chance to put your new skills to the test and head out to do some fishing! This course is taught by the NH Department of Fish & Game and all equipment will be provided. Participants must be at least 8 years of age and all individuals 14 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Program meets on Friday Night in the Function Hall at Wasserman Park and on Saturday meets at the Waterfront Area at Wasserman Park. Advanced registrations required. Register online on the Parks & Recreation website or complete the Program Registration form on the back of this brochure. Dates: Friday, June 10th at 5:30 – 8:00 pm and Saturday, June 11th at 9:00am – 1:00 pm Location: Wasserman Park, Function Hall & Waterfront
Fee: FREE
WALNUT HOLLOW FARM YOUNG RIDER HORSEBACK PROGRAM Join instructors from Walnut Hollow Farm this Spring for an Introduction to Horseback riding for children ages 6 – 18 years of age. Participants will learn the basics of riding along with how to care for horses and the equipment used. Participants will also learn about Dressage, Hunter/Jumper or 3-Day Evening disciplines. Classes are held at Walnut Hollow Farm in their indoor & outdoor arenas.
INTRO TO HORSEBACK RIDING FOR ADULTS Join instructors from Walnut Hollow Farm this Spring for an Introduction to Horseback Riding. In this program which is geared towards adults, participants will learn the basics of riding along with how to care for horses and the equipment used. Participants will also learn about Dressage, Hunter/Jumper or 3Day Evening disciplines. Classes are held at Walnut Hollow Farm in their indoor & outdoor arenas. To register for this class, please call Walnut Hollow Farm at 603-320-8530 or email Ashley@walnuthollowfarm.com. Mention Merrimack Parks & Recreation when you to register. Checks are payable to: Walnut Hollow Farm. Location: 40 Walnut Hill Rd, Amherst JUNE SESSIONS Mondays: June 6th – June 27th Tuesdays: June 7th – June 28th Thursdays: June 9th – July 1st Saturdays: June 11th – July 3rd
Times: 3:00 – 4:00 pm | 5:00 – 6:00 pm | 6:00 – 7:00 pm Times: 3:00 – 4:00 pm | 4:00 – 5:00 pm Times: 3:00 – 4:00 pm | 4:00 – 5:00 pm Times: 12:00 – 1:00 pm | 2:00 – 3:00 pm | 3:00 – 4:00 pm
Fee: $140.00 Fee: $140.00 Fee: $140.00 Fee: $140.00
COMMUNITY PROGRAMS 4th OF JULY FESTIVITIES SUNDAY, JULY 3rd MERRIMACK CONCERT ASSOCIATION—HOLIDAY CONCERT Abbie Griffin Park | 6:30 – 8:30 pm
MONDAY, JULY 4th SPARKLER 5K ROAD RACE Begins & Ends at the Merrimack YMCA | Time: 8:00 am For complete details, visit their website at: www.sparkler5k.com/
MERRIMACK ROTARY CLUB PANCAKE BREAKFAST Held at Merrimack High School | Time: 8:00 am – 11:00 am Visit the Rotary Club website for complete details at www.merrimack4th.com
MERRIMACK ROTARY CLUB FAMILY FUN DAY Held at James Mastricola School Fields | Time: 12:00 pm – 9:00 pm Visit the Rotary Club website for complete details at www.merrimack4th.com
ANNUAL 4TH OF JULY PARADE Begins at 515 Daniel Webster Highway (The Commons) and Ends at Merrimack High School Parade Start Time: 1:00 pm Visit the Parks & Recreation website for complete details at www.merrimackparksandrec.org/4th-of-july.html For questions about the 4th of July festivities, contact us at (603) 882-1046 or mcasparius@merrimacknh.gov.
SUMMER SKYWATCH Have you ever wanted to see the moon up close or identify the Big Dipper? You are invited to attend a FREE Skywatch in the Function Hall at Wasserman Park! A "Skywatch" is simply a gathering of amateur astronomers with a focus on outreach and education for the public at large. At a Skywatch our focus is giving you the most enjoyable and educational experience possible! Members of the New Hampshire Astronomical Society will hold a brief indoor presentation about what you can expect to see thru the telescope and then everyone will be held outside for the Skywatch. Participants of all ages will have the opportunity to view the night sky through the telescopes. Advanced registrations required. Register online on the Parks & Recreation website or complete the Program Registration form on the back of this brochure. Date: Monday, August 1st (Rain Date: August 8th)
Time: 8:00 – 9:00 pm
Fee: FREE
TRIP: NEW ORLEANS 2017 INFO NIGHT Special Travel NO OBLIGATION FREE presentation about the upcoming trip to New Orleans scheduled for March 27th—31st, 2017. For more information about this trip, its complete itinerary and rates, please visit: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/727852#.VqY-z_krKze. Advanced registration for the no-obligation presentation is required. Register online on the Parks & Recreation website or complete the Program Registration form on the back of this brochure. Date: Wednesday, September 28th Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pm Location: Town Hall Memorial Conference Room Fee: FREE
BUS TRIPS and TOURS In partnership with Tye’s Tours & Trips, join the Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department as we offer the Merrimack community the following trips and tours this summer! For more information about the upcoming trips or to register, please visit: www.merrimackparksandrec.org/trips.html. Tour Fee: $129 per person Includes: Roundtrip Motorcoach Transportation and one ticket to the Cirque du Soleil show. Tour Fee: $109 per person Includes: Roundtrip Motorcoach Transportation, lunch and one admission ticket on the Cog Railway. Tour Fee: $749, $499, $459 Includes: Roundtrip Motorcoach Transportation, 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners, 2 nights at the Irish Village, 2 tickets Andy Cooney’s concert, one Dolphin Fleet Ferry ticket & one Ferry ticket to Nantucket.
Tour Fee: $99 per person Includes: Roundtrip Motorcoach Transportation, lunch, chocolate and wine tasting and facility tours. Tour Fee: $599, $499, $489, $479 (child) Includes: Roundtrip Motorcoach Transportation, 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners, 2 nights at the Microtel Johnstown, one admission ticket to the Baseball Hall of Fame, one admission ticket to Howe Caverns and visit to Fly Creek.
Tour Fee: $399/person (double occupancy) Includes: Roundtrip Motorcoach Transportation, two breakfasts, lunch , two night Cabin accommodations based on sharing cabins. Tour Fee: $649, $499, $479 Includes: Roundtrip Motorcoach Transportation, two breakfasts, one luncheon cruise, one lunch, one admission to Adirondack Balloon Festival, Gore Mountain Gem prospecting, two nights Surfside on the Lake and Professional Tour Director.
FIELDS & ABBIE GRIFFIN RENTALS If you or your group are interested in renting any of the Merrimack athletic field areas or the Abbie Griffin area, please contact Matthew Casparius at mcasparius@merrimacknh.gov or (603) 882-1046. Field athletic areas include but are not limited to Bise Field, Bishop Field, Gibson Fields, Martel Field, Reeds Ferry Fields, Thorntons Ferry Field, Twardosky Fields, Veterans Park Fields, and Wasserman Park.
RENTALS at WASSERMAN PARK The Zyla Picnic area by the waterfront and the Function Hall are both great amenities at Wasserman Park that is available to rent for your event’s needs. For additional information about renting the Zyla Picnic area or the Function Hall, please visit: www.merrimackparksandrec.org/rentals.html or contact the Merrimack Parks & Recreation Department at (603) 882-1046.
ZYLA PICNIC AREA RENTAL The Zyla Picnic area by the Naticook Lake waterfront at Wasserman Park is available for rental starting the Friday of Memorial Day weekend and through the fourth weekend in September from dawn to dusk. The Zyla Picnic area features 10 picnic tables, 5 charcoal grills and a portable toilet which are all available for your picnic needs. Individuals or groups renting the picnic area are responsible for their own materials such as charcoal and must ensure that it is fully extinguished at the end of the event as well as insuring proper clean up and disposal of all trash in the picnic area. 2016 ZYLA PICNIC AREA RENTAL FEE SCHEDULE: Five (5) hour continuous block of time (set up to clean up) $125.00
FUNCTION HALL RENTAL The Function Hall at Wasserman Park is a multi-use facility for gathering of events such as organization meetings and conventions, event receptions, reunions, birthday parties, family picnics, etc. The Function Hall features a front room and a main room that can accommodate up to 300 people and two restrooms. It also includes a kitchen that features a propane convection oven, commercial stove, refrigerator, walk-in cooler and microwave, along with a three-compartment sink. The building is heated during the winter but does not have air-conditioning during the summer. Various sizes of tables and chairs are also available at no additional cost. The Function Hall rental is available 7 days a week between 7:00am to 11:00pm. 2016 FUNCTION HALL RENTAL FEE SCHEDULE: Fees are based on the first 3-hours of Function Hall rental time. Merrimack Based Non-Profit, Resident, or Business Non-Merrimack Based Non-Profit, Resident or Business Kitchen Use (in addition to rental fee; used for cooking and/or refrigeration) Each Additional Hour Security Deposit (will be refunded after the event’s inspection)
$125.00 $300.00 $50.00 $25.00 $50.00
OPEN SPACES For more information about the Merrimack’s open spaces, parks and fields, visit: www.merrimackparksandrec.org and click on the Parks & Open Space Areas button. ABBIE GRIFFIN PARK, 6 Baboosic Lake Road — Home to Merrimack’s Summer Concert Series, it is also famous for its Bandstand and a popular location for outdoor wedding ceremonies and special events. BISHOP FIELD, 178 Baboosic Lake Road — This field contains soccer and lacrosse fields. DEPOT STREET BOAT RAMP, 20 Depot Street — Carry-in boating and fishing access to the Merrimack River. GIBSON MEMORIAL COMPLEX & MARTEL FIELD, 10 Atherton Road — This field contains Little League baseball fields and a softball diamond at Martel Field. HERITAGE TRAIL — The main trail follows the Souhegan River and is linked with the New Hampshire Trail System. HORSESHOE POND BOAT RAMP, 23 Island Drive — Trailer launched or carry-in boating. Horseshoe Pond is an oxbow pond, created when the Merrimack River changed course and sediment buildup cut it off from the main channel of the river. JONATHAN SIMEONE MEMORIAL ATV PARK, Lawrence Road — This Town owned land is maintained by the New Hampshire Right Riders group. Riders in the park, which is open only to Merrimack residents and vehicles must display a Merrimack Transfer Station Sticker. KIDS KOVE PLAYGROUND, 487 Daniel Webster Highway — Children’s playground contains a maze of wooden climbing structures and is located within Twin Bridges Park. O’GARA DRIVE RECREATION AREA, 26 O’Gara Drive — A use-at-your-own-risk facility, the Skateboard Park is open from mid-April to mid-October and the Ice Skating Rink is open late-December/early January through early-March (weather permitting). REEDS FERRY SCHOOL FIELDS, 15 Lyons Road — This field contains five soccer fields, one youth baseball field two softball fields and one lacrosse field. TWARDOSKY FIELD, 44 Amherst Road — This field contains one softball field and two soccer fields. TWIN BRIDGE PARK, 487 Daniel Webster Highway — This Park includes the Kids Kove Playground, Little League baseball at Bise Field, basketball courts, picnic tables, scenic walking paths and the location of Merrimack Youth Association Headquarters. VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK & BOAT RAMP, 155 Camp Sargent Road — This field contains two youth baseball fields, one Babe Ruth multipurpose field, picnic tables and the Warriner Memorial Playground. Trailer launched or carry-in boa ng access to Na cook Lake for fishing is also available. WASSERMAN PARK, 116 Naticook Road — This Park offers extensive recreational activities such as picnicking, hiking, swimming, fishing, tennis, basketball, baseball and the Norma French Playground. This is home of the Parks & Recreation Department and Naticook Day Camp. WATSON PARK, 441 Daniel Webster Highway — Activities featured at this Park include picnicking, scenic river views, access for carry-in boating and fishing, butterfly garden and the newly built Pavilion. WESTON PARK & RIVER ACCESS, 49 Turkey Hill Road — A lovely site for light hiking, picnicking winter sledding and also features a riverbank carry-in boa ng access to the Souhegan River for fishing. MERRIMACK OUTDOORS—For more information on the following areas, visit:www.merrimackoutdoors.org. FIELDS FARM CONSERVATION AREA
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GILMORE HILL MEMORIAL FOREST
MITCHELL WOODS/WATKINS FOREST
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