Summer 2023 Recreation Activity Guide

cancellation refund policy

To view Santee Parks & Recreation Cancellation Refund Policy regarding program registration, membership and indoor/outdoor rentals, please visit SanteeRec.com or scan the QR code.

COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

We create community by providing exceptional programs, caring for and enriching public spaces and facilitating rewarding life experiences.

Committee applications now being accepted. Contact (619) 258-4100 ext. 114 for more information and to apply.

All programs, activities and events are subject to change.

If you are unsatisfied with your program or activity, you may apply for a transfer or refund by submitting a written request within the same session by contacting Community Services at csdfrontdesk@cityofsanteeca.gov or (619) 258-4100 ext. 222.

• There is no fee for any program or activity cancelled by the Community Services Department.

• All online transaction fees and nonresident fees are non-refundable (exceptions may apply).

• Exceptions may be considered at the discretion of the department.

• All outdoor reservations are in effect, rain or shine.

Recreation Program Participant Conduct Expectations

The City of Santee is proud to offer safe and inclusive recreation programs to all of our participants. To ensure a positive experience for all recreation program participants, standards of behavior are expected by all:

• Actions must not interfere with the safety of security of self or others.

• Respect must be shown to all involved with the program – participants, instructors, staff, observers, or others.

• Respect must be shown for others property as well as the program facility.

• Participant must be accountable for actions and the consequences thereafter.

Program Locations

SANTEE LOCATION GUIDE

Mast Park Disc Golf Course

Bring your family and friends for an engaging round of play on this challenging nine-hole course. The course features two tees per hole, offering a total of 18 holes of fun for all ages and skill levels.

Youth under 18 years: Free Adults (18 years and over): $4 weekdays/$5 weekends - pay at park kiosk.

Monthly adult passes: $20 Santee resident/$25 non-resident - available at SanteeeRec.com

The Dog Haus concession stand at Mast Park is located directly north of the dog park area. They offer disc golf and dog park supplies as well as drinks, snacks, candy, sports balls and cornhole bags.

Some call Riverwalk Grill a hidden gem at Town Center Community Park East. A place to enjoy a good burger or craft beer, as the kids delight in loaded tater tots and a cherry slushie.

Online Picnic Shelter Reservations Available at SanteeRec.com

Special Entertainment Vendors require approval before being authorized to operate in Santee City Parks. Visit Community Services for a list of approved vendors or go online to SanteeRec.com

Rates listed are Santee Resident prices. Contact Community Services for Non-Resident rates. Prices subject to change on July 1, 2023. See page 1 for a direct link to Santee’s Parks & Recreation Cancellation/Refund Policy.

facilities

Affordable facilities for all occasions

Santee Civic Center offers reasonably priced rooms that can accommodate a variety of functions, including banquets, weddings, meetings, parties or other special events. Our three rooms can accommodate groups from 20 to 200 participants. We offer rectangular or round tables with chairs to accommodate your group and have additional rental equipment.

For an additional fee, staff services are available to assist with equipment set up, breakdown and cleanup at your event. The Civic Center is climate controlled and features ramps and railings for inclusive access. Ample parking is available.

A Facility Rental Application is required and can be obtained by contacting the Community Services Department at (619) 258-4100 ext. 222.

Fees, rules, regulations and specifications regarding required liability insurance and security deposit will be discussed at time of application. When alcohol is served, additional insurance and a security presence is required. See page 1 for a direct link to Santee’s Parks & Recreation Cancellation/Refund Policy.

SPECIALTY CAMPS

Girls Volleyball Camp

Entering 9th Grade

Learn the skills and team concepts needed to play competitive volleyball. It is not necessary to attend this camp in order to try out for next season’s high school teams. However, any chance you have to play organized volleyball helps. For more information contact Don Rutledge at (619)334-0421.

Instructor: Don Rutledge - Athletic Director & Eric Sato - Head Volleyball Coach

Cheer, Dance & Tumble Camp

5-11 years

GO! FIGHT! WIN! Learn the fundamentals of cheerleading and dance technique which includes stretches, jumps/kicks, cheers, sideline dances, beginner stunting and tumbling. Participants will also learn a full routine that will be performed for the parents on the last day of camp. Fun cheer-themed arts and crafts included. Please pack a snack, drink and water bottle each day.

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance & Cheer

Tumbling & Gymnastics Camp

5-10 years

Join us for our high-energy, recreational gymnastic camp! We use equipment, mats and instructor led stations to incorporate fun camp games, arts, crafts and more! We will even learn a fun floor routine combining all the techniques and elements learned in camp. Please pack a snack, drink and water bottle each day.

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance & Cheer

Kid’s Cooking Camp

5-13 years

Bake up tasty treats, dishes and more while channeling your creativity in decorating your culinary masterpieces! Learn to follow directions, work as a team and create a variety of recipes such as: Finding Nemo fish pizza, churro toffee, homemade peanut butter cups, scrumptious cinnamon rolls, mini lasagna cups, little lemon dessert cakes, buttermilk scones, snack safe edible cookie dough and much more!

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance & Cheer

Musical Theater & Dance Camp –

Charlie & the Chocolate Factory

5-12 years

Casting all boys and girls! Join us for all the fun while learning stage presence and improving confidence! Students will participate in fun drama games, get cast parts, learn acting lines, create scenes and perform a finale dance routine from Roald Dahl’s Charlie and the Chocolate Factory! Participants will even get to design and decorate a backdrop and props for their showcase! Costumes to borrow included! Great for beginners! Pack a snack, drink and water bottle each day.

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance & Cheer

Hip-Hop/TikTok™ Dance Camp

5-12 years

Calling all boys and girls! So, you like to dance and love TikTok? Learn many of the most popular TikTok™ dances, mixed with fun hip-hop tricks and skills in preparation for an end of session showcase on the last day of camp for families! Pack a snack, drink and water bottle each day.

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance & Cheer

Tiny Tots Preschool Playmania Camp

3-6 years

Your preschooler will enjoy a week filled with hands-on activities, arts, crafts, playtime, learning and more. Each day will bring a new fun theme with activities centered around it, such as bubbles, sports, mermaids, pirates, science lab and MORE! Your child will have a blast as we explore exciting themes that engage their senses with BIG FUN!

Instructor: Charlene’s Dance & Cheer

Mad Science/Play-Well Camps

Mad Science

Mad Science All-Stars

6-12 years

You have been selected to participate on the Mad Science All-Star team! Learn about famous scientists and inventors who were all-stars in their field of expertise. Follow in their footsteps as we equip you with the science skills needed to rise to the top. Together with your teammates you will build super structures, create a volcanic eruption and examine rocks formed from volcanic magma. Soar high above as you build a kite and experiment with lift, aerodynamics and air pressure.

Instructor: Mad Science Staff

Play-Well TEKnologies

Minecraft Engineering using LEGO® Materials

5-8 years

Venture into the world of Minecraft in our unique LEGO experience. Get ready to build your base, craft your tools, use your Minecart to harvest raw resources and battle to stop the Ender Dragon from ending the world. Come explore the endless possibilities of LEGO with a trained Play-Well instructor.

Instructor: Play-Well Staff

Minecraft Master Engineering using LEGO® Materials

7-12 years

Bring your favorite Minecraft adventures to life with our enthusiastic Play-Well instructors. In a Minecraft world powered by LEGO resources, we will build shelters to keep out Creepers, craft mystical items that only true masters can wield and perfect our crossbow skills to stop the Wither from taking over! If you can imagine it, we can build it.

Instructor: Play-Well Staff

Red Hot Robots

6-12

years

Join Mad Science for an introduction to robots! Throughout the week, campers will become robot engineers as they build a unique motorized robot that transforms into four unique creatures, each increasing in difficulty. Discover the inner workings of robots by experimenting with circuits, gears, sensors and power supplies. Learn about robot programming and the different tasks robots perform in our world. Experiment with sound sensing and solar powered robots.

Instructor: Mad Science Staff

Mandalorian Training using LEGO® Materials

5-8 years

Here’s our chance to join our friends and learn what it takes to become a true Mandalorian. Using LEGO, an experienced instructor will guide us through the skills and equipment needed to earn the title. We will build our gauntlet fighter ship to weave through the galaxy, our Z-6 jetpacks to maneuver through the air and of course defend ourselves with our Mandalorian armor. Coming to a galaxy near you!

Instructor: Play-Well Staff

Mandalorian Missions using LEGO® Materials

7-12 years

Master the Way of the Mandalorian in this Star Wars inspired LEGO Engineering experience. Venture through the galaxy in your custom gauntlet fighter to rescue Baby Yoda, build grappling hooks to pull ourselves to safety or rescue an ally from the treacherous Sarlacc Pit. Allow our PlayWell instructor to help get you ready to complete multiple missions all over the galaxy.

Instructor: Play-Well Staff

sUMMER camp 2023

Santee Day Camp (entering Grades 1-5) + X-Factor Camp (entering Grades 6-9, up to age 15)

General Information

Activities featured: Craft projects, sports, games, art creations, weekly swim sessions at the City of Santee Aquatics Center and a camp T-shirt (one per camper annually).

Safety:

Low participant to staff ratios create a safe, well supervised experience and a personal connection with each camper. Staff are youth and teen program experienced, background checked, first aid and CPR certified.

Days: Monday-Friday (Week 3- no camp on July 3 & 4)

Time: 7:00am-6:00pm

Day Camp activities: 8:30am-3:00pm

X-Factor Activities: 8:30am-2:00pm

Free Extended Hours: Staff supervised free play activities before and after camp activity hours.

Free X-Factor extended hours (2:00–6:00pm) and Jr Leader extended hours (3:30–6:00pm) with Teen Center membership. Annual Membership is $52 res/$67 nonresident. See Jr Leader program info on page 13.

Primary Location:

Teen Center @ Big Rock Park - 8115 Arlette Street

Check in/out sites vary, see “Week at a Glance” (page 12).

Multi-Family Member Discounts

Multi-family member discounts apply to Santee Day Camp and X-Factor Camp for full weekly registrations: $20 off for second child and $30 off for each additional child living in the same household (Not available online or partial weeks).

Payment plans are available

A $20 non-refundable weekly deposit and automatic credit card payments are required.

summer camp 2023 Your kids • Their summer • Our camps

Santee Day Camp

Youth entering Grades 1-5 (must be kindergarten graduate to attend) Campers will enjoy their summer full of fun, friends and adventure! Campers are engaged in structured, supervised activities throughout each day, creating memories that will last a lifetime.

X-Factor Camp

Youth entering grades 6-9, up to age 15

Campers will enjoy exciting summer adventures, have fun with peers, make new friends, and learn new skills. This active camp is designed specifically for middle schoolers/teens and includes traditional day camp activities plus walking field trips, outdoor recreation, and field trip privileges.

Free morning extended hours 7:00-8:30 a.m. Teen Center annual membership required for afternoon extended hours, which is $52 annually.1

Santee Day Camp + X-Factor Camp

*Non-Santee resident’s fee is an additional $15 per weekly rate.

Sample “Week at a Glance”

Daily activities may vary.

Monday Welcome Tuesday Field Trip

Wednesday Swim Day at City of Santee Aquatics Center*

Thursday Special Activity

Friday Big Rock Park Fun

Weekly “Need to Knows” available at the Santee Teen Center and online at SanteeRec.com (provided by Friday of prior week).

*Check in at the Town Center Community Park East- Stage area (550 Park Center Drive)

Refund Policy

$20 processing fee applied for each week if registration is cancelled more than 5 days before start date; $50 processing fee applied for each week if registration is cancelled less than 5 days before start date.

Still have questions?

Contact Community Services at (619) 258-4100 ext. 211.

A parent information letter which offers detailed information is provided at time of registration or online at SanteeRec.com

jr camp leader PROGRAM

Youth entering grades 9-12 (up to age 17) Do you love having fun outdoors and connecting with kids? If so, this is the perfect job training for you! Assist the Santee Day Camp staff with program operations, activities, trips and special events. Ideal for young people looking for an opportunity to gain work experience, leadership training and professional development. This program gives Jr Leaders a competitive edge when applying for jobs, internships and scholarships.

Days: Monday-Friday (Week 3- No camp on July 3 & 4) Time: 8:00am-3:30pm (AM hours available starting at 7:00am; PM hours from 3:30-6:00pm are free with Teen Center annual membership - $52 resident/$67 non-resident)

Primary Location: Santee Teen Center at Big Rock Park, 8115 Arlette St., Santee, CA 92071

Mandatory Training Week

June 19-23, 2023

(Mandatory training week required for all Jr Leaders)

This week prepares Jr Camp Leaders for their roles with Summer Day Camp program. Participants must successfully complete the mandatory training week in order to be eligible to participate in the remaining day camp weeks. Returning Jr Leaders will help mentor the incoming Jr Leaders. Registration for weeks 2-9 is open immediately with registration into the Mandatory Training Week. Space is limited to 15 Jr Leaders and registration is on a first come first served basis. Participants who register for weeks 2-9 but do not successfully complete the training week will be credited or transferred to X-Factor Camp (age restrictions apply).

June 19: Meet at the Santee Teen Center, 8115 Arlette St Santee Ca 92071 @ 8:00am

June 20-22: Various locations in Santee and surrounding area. A more detailed schedule will be provided after registration.

June 23: CPR and First Aid Training at Santee City Hall, Building 8P 10601 Magnolia Ave @ 9:00am

*Non-Santee resident’s fee is an additional $15/weekly rate.

**The partial week before the mandatory training week is open to returning camp leaders only and staff approval is required.

Training week includes: Learning how to interact and supervise children, CPR and First Aid certification, team building, job application and resume writing tips, guest speaker, interview tips and tricks, activity planning and more! Completion of program includes, letter of recommendation and documentation of community service hours.

Monday – Friday 2:00 – 6:00pm

Closed Saturday & Sunday

Closed on July 3 & 4

School hours begin August 23, 2023

Santee Teen Center @ Big Rock Park

8115 Arlette Street • Teen Center (619) 258-4191 Recreation Coordinator (619) 258-4100 ext. 210

FREE! SD Nights at the Santee Teen Center Activities for ages 10-17, no membership required.

SD Nights is a part of the County of San Diego Department of Parks and Recreation’s strategy to engage, equip and empower youth in San Diego, giving them tools to make better decisions, build strong character and improve their quality of life.

June 23, July 21, August 15 from 11:00am - 2:00pm. Music, games and food at every event!

(See Summer Camp information on page 11-13)

The Santee Teen Center is an after-school and summer break drop-in recreation program designed for pre-teens and teens in grades 5 - 12, up to age 17 during the school year. During summer break, it is for teens entering 6th-12th grades.

Annual Membership Fee (Fees subject to change)

Only $52 for Santee Residents and $67 for NonResidents. Financial aid available. Don’t have a Teen Center membership? Come check out the Teen Center for your 1st time for FREE!

Daily Activities

Daily programming consists of a variety of indoor and outdoor recreation activities. Homework assistance is available on a daily basis for those in summer school. Teens at the center are involved in the programming and are encouraged to help design and implement the daily activities.

Professional Staff

The center is staffed by City of Santee employees who are certified in first aid and CPR, have completed specialized teen-oriented training and have passed a Department of Justice background check. Our low staff-to-participant ratio offers a safe, well supervised experience and personal connection with each teen.

Check out our X-Factor camp and Jr Leader opportunities on pages 11-13.

Check out the Teen Center monthly calendar online SanteeRec.com

San Diego County Library- FREE

The Santee Teen Center has partnered with the San Diego County Library. Join in creative activities and educational presentations that will inspire lifelong learning. Santee Branch Library welcomes all youth 10-17 and will be onsite at the Santee Teen Center from 3:00-4:00pm

June 8

Free Monthly Activities at the Santee Teen Center

Grades 5-12, up to age 17, 3:00 - 5:00pm

May 11 3D drawing tutorial

June 13 Ice Cream Social

Skate Park Hours

Daily 10:00am-Sunset (may close due to weather conditions)

Participants are required to wear a helmet, knee pads and elbow pads.

Participants must bring skateboard, BMX bike, scooter and/or wheelchair.

*Participants under age six must be accompanied by a parent or guardian

Summer Skate/BMX/Scooter Camps 5-13 years

Camps are geared towards riders of all levels. Students will learn tricks, maneuvers, how to use all aspects of the Skate Park including safety, etiquette and maintenance. Students will be divided by age and skill level.

Week 1: 6/26-6/30

Week 2: 7/31-8/4

Days: Monday-Thursday

Time: 9:00 – 10:30am

Fee: $64/$79

Instructor: City of Santee Staff

Location: Woodglen Vista Park

Bring: BMX bike, skateboard, scooter, helmet, knee pads, elbow pads, water bottle and daily snack.

aquatic center at the cameron family ymca

10123 Riverwalk Drive at Town Center Community Park (619) 449-9622 www.ymcasd.org/locations/cameron-family-ymca

In partnership with the City of Santee, the Cameron Family YMCA operates an aquatics center that’s open to the general public as well as YMCA members. The center features a 25 meter-by-25-yard swimming pool, an activity pool with play structure, and water exercise area and locker rooms. Group, private swim lessons and swim team are offered year round.

PRICES:

Daily Open/Lap Swim Pass

Cameron Family YMCA Members – FREE

Santee Resident Participants – $4.00*

Non–Santee Resident Participants – $8.00*

*ID required to show proof of Santee residency.

Water Exercise Day Pass – $20.00*

*Fees subject to change.

Questions? Call Community Services at 619-258-4100 ext. 222

INSTRUCTIONAL CLASSES

Dog Training – Basic (8 weeks) 10 weeks and older

The basic training class is designed to help owners connect with their dogs and teach them how to effectively communicate with them while making it fun. Basic commands taught include: sit, leash walking, greeting other dogs on leash, leave it, come when called, stay and wait. Owners will be given the tools and techniques to teach their dogs how to do what you want them to do in a positive way. The first class will be 90 minutes.

* To enroll in this class your dog must have had their second round of vaccines.

Instructor: Lifetime Dog Training

Dog Training

– Intermediate

(8 weeks) 10 weeks and older

The intermediate class continues to be an extremely fun time with owners and dogs. Because students will have already formed a bond and method of communication with their dogs, training will be much easier. Dog owners start working on behaviors that will help with public manners by teaching things such as: heel, on your bed, sit for petting, down stay and come when called with both distance and distractions.

* To enroll in this class your dog must have had their second round of vaccines and have completed the basic class.

Instructor: Lifetime Dog Training

Dog Training – Advanced

(8 weeks) 10 weeks and older

The advanced class is the culmination of our training program. With more new behaviors such as side, visit, touch and under, the focus for this class is to be able to take our dogs into public situations with confidence. There will be a minimum of three outings, where class is held in a public place. During the last class everyone gets to take the Canine Good Citizen Test, a program by the American Kennel Club that promotes responsible dog ownership and encourages the training of well-mannered dogs.

* To enroll in this class your dog must have had their second round of vaccines and have completed the intermediate class.

Instructor: Lifetime Dog Training

Just Tricks Class (8 weeks) 10 weeks and older

Just Tricks Class is a chance to do some training that is different from the normal obedience and behaviors that are taught in class. Learning how to teach your dog tricks, gives you a different way to communicate, and increases the bond between owner and dog. Your dog will listen better and gain greater trust in you. Learning to teach tricks, in addition to traditional obedience behaviors, helps you become a better teacher with your dog, which increases the speed that they learn new behaviors. Some of the tricks taught will be: Bow, Shake, High 5, Wave, Roll Over, Play Dead, Opening and Closing Doors and Crawl.

* To enroll in this class your dog must have had their second round of vaccines and have completed the basic class.

Instructor: Lifetime Dog Training

* No class on 8/22, 8/29

Agility Workshops (2-hour session) 10 weeks and older

This is an introduction to some basic agility obstacles and how to teach the dogs to move through the obstacles. This is not competition, but just for fun. It requires a great deal of trust between owner and dog to be successful running agility obstacles. Learning to do this with your dog will make a deep and lasting bond while having fun and exercising! Some of the agility obstacles taught will be: teeter-totter, weave poles, jumps, going through a tunnel, going through the shoot, working on tables and going through a hoop.

* To enroll in this class your dog must have had their second round of vaccines.

Instructor: Lifetime Dog Training

INSTRUCTIONAL CLASSES

Babysitter Training (4-hour class) 11 - 15 years

Learn safety, emergency procedures, and the stages of child development. This hands-on program allows participants to practice their infant care skills on dolls and manikins, while learning a range of babysitter activities. Participants receive a babysitter certificate, manual and a two-year certification in infant and child CPR.

Instructor: Lockhart Training

NEW! Floral Design

Workshop (1-Hour Class) 9+ years

Have you always wanted to learn the basics of Floral Design? In this workshop you will learn how to make a vase arrangement using summer flowers. Tools and materials will be supplied and participants will take home their creations at the end of the class. We are offering a youth (7/12) and adult (8/9) class for the summer session.

Instructor: Christine’s Floral Designs

Youth 9-17 years

Adults 18+ years

Family Karate (8 weeks) Adults and child 6+ Improve your overall fitness and mental discipline as you and your child learn self-defense techniques that also improve self-confidence. Beginning through intermediate level. Fee includes one adult and one child. Each additional family member is $35. Individuals are also welcome, registration fee is $80.

Instructor: Trad Am Karate Studio

santee seniors 55+

Off Broadway Live: Jerry’s Dead! What Do We Do Now? A Musical Comedy

Jerry is a third-rate playwright and songwriter that runs a theater troupe and stage downtown. He has a weakness, he loves “playing the ponies” and spends the theaters ticket sales money at the race track. In desperation, he takes out a loan from “The Mob” to pay the delinquent mortgage payments, but when he sees all that money, he decides to “play the ponies” one more time and loses everything. You don’t mess with the mob, and now . . .

Jerry’s Dead!!!

Date: Sunday, August 6

Time: 1:00pm

Fee: $50 Santee Resident, $65 Non-Resident Location: Off Broadway Live, 9490 Cuyamaca St. Santee, CA 92071

Registration is limited, sign up today

Senior Group

Wednesdays

10:00am

Active older adults meet to get involved, stay connected and be active. Pre-registration is not required. Enjoy the company of others, make new friends and take advantage of the activities during the week. Monthly calendar available online at SanteeRec.com or at City Hall, Building 6.

First Wednesdays

Sponsored by Santee Library

10:00am

Come join us on the first Wednesday of every month where we explore different music, speakers and more.

Out & About

A day-tripper’s delight, this program is for adventurous older adults who like to explore local and regional destinations within San Diego County. Participants generally take the trolley as a group to any destinations out of the East County area. For our trips occurring within East County, the group will meet at the destination where carpooling is encouraged. Pre-registration is required. To pre-register you can sign up at Senior Group or call (619) 258-4100 ext. 222.

Be sure to checkout the June senior calendar for an exciting announcement about our summer walking challenge. There will be prizes to be had, you will not want to miss out!

* Off Broadway Live is a great entertainment spot and we are happy to support the effort to get our Santee Seniors to this hot spot as often as possible with discounted tickets. Please remember that season tickets are sold to their patrons several months in advance and they have first priority for seating, which means that available seating will vary. Thank you for keeping all this in mind, and enjoy the show!

Free Senior Fitness Activities

Feeling Fit Club

Join instructor Daphne Miller at Santee City Hall on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10:30-11:30am for this free County of San Diego sponsored fitness class for older adults. The goal of the Feeling Fit Club is to offer a safe, comfortable environment for older adults to engage in physical activity as well as to help older people develop and maintain their level of physical fitness. No registration required.

Financial aid is available for Santee residents to participate in recreation programs and trips. Submit your VIP application to find out if you are eligible for a $55 credit. Participants may apply for financial assistance once every quarter. Credit may be applied to any senior activity requiring a fee to participate.

SANTEE DOG PARKS

Dog Parks

Well behaved off-leash dogs with their owners have three Santee locations to choose from:

Woodglen Vista Park, 10250 Woodglen Vista Dr. - Designated fenced dog park with mulch, open daily dawn to dusk.

Mast Park, 9125 Carlton Hills Blvd. - Designated fenced dog park with mulch, open daily dawn to dusk. Dog Park divided by puppy, small dogs and large dogs. Features include doggie drinking fountain and agility equipment. For more info visit: www.MastPark.com.

Big Rock Park, 8125 Arlette St. – Designated off-leash area daily dawn to 9:00am (no fenced area available).

For more information regarding off leash rules and regulations visit:

PICKLEBALL AT BIG ROCK PARK

8125 Arlette St.

Pickleball

Pickleball is a popular activity that combines elements of badminton, table tennis and tennis. It can be played with two or four players and is a great way to stay in shape and connect with fellow community members.

Play starts at 8:00am

Eight dedicated pickleball courts with semi-permanent nets available year-round, open 8:00am - dusk. All levels and beginners welcome. Volunteer attendants provide first time participants basic instruction, rules and loaner equipment.

PARKING: Parking is limited in the Big Rock Park parking lot. Please utilize the public parking along Mesa Road.

For how-to videos and other pickleball information, visit:

outdoor adventures

Walker Preserve Trail

9500 Magnolia Avenue

Come visit Santee’s 107-acre Walker Preserve along the San Diego River. Chances are you’ll see a variety of birds and other wildlife along this unpaved, 14-foot-wide trail. The mostly flat path, which extends for 1.13 miles from Magnolia Avenue to the city boundary with Lakeside, has a shade structure, drinking fountain, mister and a bike repair station.

Santee Lakes Recreation

Preserve

(619) 596-3141

www.santeelakes.com

Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve hosts over 660,000 visitors a year. This 190 acre park with seven beautiful lakes provides several amenities including: camping, cabin rentals, fishing, boating, special events, picnicking, seven playgrounds including a Sprayground, 5 miles of walking trails, and features approximately 230 bird species. The lakes are stocked with sport fish year-round and no state fishing license is needed, only a permit from the General Store. Santee Lakes Recreation Preserve is owned and operated by Padre Dam Municipal Water District. For more information please visit santeelakes.com.

The Friends of Santee’s River Park

The Friends of Santee’s River Park is a community group united in their goal of preserving and enhancing the San Diego River and surrounding park areas within the City of Santee. The Friends of Santee’s River Park work in partnership with the City of Santee and residents to take ownership of their stretch of the San Diego River in an effort to maintain the fragile ecosystem and the greenbelt and beautiful parks that surround it. Contact us at santee@sandiegoriver.org

Mission Trails

Regional Park

(619) 668-3281 www.mtrp.org

Take advantage of more than 40 miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails at this 6,100-acre reserve, one of the nation’s largest urban open-space parks. Free outdoor programs include guided nature walks, stargazing, and bird watching. MTRP is always recruiting volunteers. Personalized on-the-job training is provided. For more information, contact Visitor Center at (619) 668-3278.

Sycamore Canyon Open Space Preserve/Goodan Ranch

(858) 513-4737

www.sdparks.org

Hike and bike along miles of trails within 2,200 acres of hills nestled between the cities of Santee and Poway. Stop by the visitor center and ranger office in the canyon, a one-mile walk from the staging area. Free programs offered year-round. Accommodations made for those with disabilities. Directions: Goodan staging area - Poway Road, east on Garden Road, south on Sycamore Canyon Road. Hwy. 67 staging area - Southbound Hwy. 67, half mile south of Scripps Poway Pkwy.

Youth Sports & Girls’ Sports Equity

The City of Santee is working to ensure gender-based athletic equity in community sports. Take an in depth look at what Santee is doing to support athletic equity.

Or visit SanteeRec.com

YOUTH SPORTS GROUPS

9951 Riverwalk Drive Santee

www.sportsplexusa.com

(619) 334-1000 ext.2

Located in Santee Town Center Community Park, this 15-acre sports complex includes three softball/baseball fields with 300-foot fences, synthetic turf outfields and stadium seating, two 180-by-80-foot soccer arenas, spectator seating, a four-station batting cage, and a restaurant. Leagues are offered for team and individual players of all skill levels. For a full description of leagues, fees and season starting dates, visit website or contact us:

Adult Softball Leagues

Contact Zach McClanahan (619) 334-1000 ext. 401 zach.mcclanahan@ sportsplexusa.com

Adult Indoor Soccer Leagues

Contact Evan Wharton (619) 334-1000 ext. 417 evan.wharton@ sportsplexusa.com

Youth Recreation & Mighty Mite Soccer

Contact Brandon Garland (619) 334-1000 ext. 318 santeeyouthsoccer@ sportsplexusa.com

For questions regarding field rentals/usage contact Community Services at (619) 258-4100 ext. 222

PARKS & RECREATION

recreation services

Office Hours

Monday–Thursday: 8:00am-5:00pm

Friday: 8:00am-1:00pm

Phone: (619) 258-4100 ext. 222

Fax: (619) 258-4189

E-mail: csdfrontdesk@cityofsanteeca.gov

Website: www.SanteeRec.com

WAYS TO PAY

Payment is required at the time of registration. You may pay by any of the following methods: Credit or Check No cash accepted

Proof of Residency

A resident (R) is a person who lives within the city limits of Santee. Residency is based on the address of the class participant, not on the address of the payee. Proof of residency is required. Acceptable documents are: address imprinted on personal check, current property tax bill, utility bill, or driver’s license. (First time registrants only) Non-residents (NR) are welcome to sign up for our programs. An additional fee applies.

Proof of Age

(Minor registrants-first time only)

Proof of age must be provided the first time you register with us. Participants must meet the minimum age requirement by the first day of activity and must not exceed the advertised maximum age. Proof of birth date is required. Acceptable documents are: birth certificate, immunization card, health card, or passport.

Inclusion

The City of Santee supports inclusion in our recreation programs. Please contact Community Services at (619) 258-4100 ext. 222 three (3) weeks prior to start date of program if you or your child requires accommodations due to a medical condition or disability.

Refund Information (Refer to QR code on page 1)

If you are unsatisfied with your experience you may apply for a transfer, credit or refund by submitting a written request within the same session. If an activity is canceled due to a lack of enrollment, you can register for an alternative activity, if available, or request a refund. A fee may apply. Non-resident and on-line service fees are not refundable. The Recreation Services Division reserves the right to cancel or combine activities, or change instructors as needed.

Financial Assistance (Voucher Incentive Program, VIP)

The financial assistance resident program provides financial assistance, to children, teens, and seniors to participate in city recreation programs. Funding is provided through funds raised by the Santee Park and Recreation Committee (SPARC) and recreation activity donations. To be eligible, applicants must live in Santee and have a total household income that meets U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development guidelines. Applications can be obtained at Santee City Hall, 10601 Magnolia Avenue, Building 6. For more information call (619) 258-4100 ext. 222.

REGISTER NOW

Complete the registration form on the next page and submit it along with the required residency verification. If applicable, submit your age verification, and/or Voucher Incentive Program application in one of the following ways:

6 Ways to Register

Payment is required at the time of registration.

1 Online: Use convenient online registration for activities. Go to SanteeRec.com and click on the Register Online button. (Note: a convenience fee applies, nonrefundable. VIP and family discount not available online.)

2 Email: You may email your registration (credit cards only) to CSDfrontdesk@cityofsanteeca.gov

3 Walk–In: You may register at our offices during regular business hours. Late registration is accepted, in most cases, through the first week of programs.

4 Mail to: Recreation Programs (no cash) City of Santee 10601 Magnolia Avenue, Bldg. 6 Santee, CA 92071

5 Fax: You may fax your registration (credit cards only) to (619) 258-4189.

6 Drop Off: Hand deliver completed registration in a sealed envelope to our 24hour drop box at 10601 Magnolia Avenue, Bldg. 6. (No cash)

Sante e Santee Recreation R e Recreation Re gistration For m gistration Form

Participant Conduct Expectations applicable to all registrants. See Activity Guide for more information.

Primary Adult Contact

o

Details

o Currently taking medication.

Name/Dosage/Purpose

o Medication needed/taken during program hours. (Youth; if box checked, Administration of Medication form required.)

o Participant may sign themselves in/ out of activity.

o Custody concerns.

Method of Payment

o Address same as above.

Medical concerns and information:

o Special accommodations needed to participate in the activity.

o Allergies, behavior/attention issues, injuries or illness. Details

o Currently taking medication.

Name/Dosage/Purpose

Where did you find information about this program?

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c

c

c

c

Complete below for Santee Teen Center Membership

I agree to allow my child to:

(Please circle Y or N)

o Medication needed/taken during program hours. (Youth; if box checked, Administration of Medication form required.)

Youth Only

o Participant may sign themselves in/ out of activity.

o Custody concerns.

Y N View PG-13 movies with the Teen Center.

Y N Participate in supervised walking local outings within the City of Santee.

Code of Conduct applies to all members

School:__________________

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Release from Liability, Indemnification, and Photographic Release. (Please read before signing.)

I, the undersigned, do hereby agree to participate and/or allow the participant(s) listed above to participate in the recreatio n program(s) indicated. I understand that recreation programs, by their very nature, can present circumstances that place the participant at some risk of injury. Among factors affecting potential for injury are the inherent risks of the activity and the participant’s aptitude and intensity of involvement. I understand and agree that I am and/or the above-named participant(s) is/are entered into this program at my/thei r own risk. In consideration of the acceptance of this registration form for the activities listed, the participant(s) named on this form or his/her legal guardian, agrees as follows: I understand the nature and content of the activity(ies) listed and am aware of the potentia l dangers incidental to engaging in the program(s). COVID-19 is by its nature contagious, and I voluntarily assume the risk that the part icipants and I may be exposed to, or infected by COVID-19, by attending or participating in recreation program(s), and that such exposure or infection may result in personal injury, illness, permanent disability, or death. Knowing the risks involved, I nevertheless agree to rel ease, indemnify, defend and hold the City of Santee, its officers, employees, agents, volunteers and independent contractors harmless and free f rom any and all liability of any nature resulting directly or indirectly from participation in the(se) program(s), including but not limited to liability for any and all demands, damages, claims, suits, liens and judgments, including costs and attorneys’ fees, of whatever nature, or for injury or death of any person, damage to property, or interference with the use of property, arising from or in connection with partic ipation in the program(s). I expressly waive and relinquish all rights and benefits afforded by Section 1542 of the California Civil Code, which provides as follows: “A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or h er settlement with the debtor or released party.” In the unlikely event of a serious injury, emergency medical providers will be directed to properly treat participant(s) and if needed, they will transport participant(s) to the hospital. Your signature below satisfies the following requirements: It authorizes staff to seek necessary medical attention for participant(s) in an emergency. It confirms the information on this form is correct to the best of your knowledge. I permit the City of Santee to use, publish and post, including but not limited to, on t elevision (SanteeTV) and social media, photographs and/or videotapes of me and/or my children for purposes of presenting recreation activities to the community and to promote the recreation program to prospective clients and/or participants. I also give permission to relea se such photographs and/or videotapes to the news media in support of the program. I have carefully read this Indemnity, Release, Waive r and Assumption of Risk Agreement and fully understand its contents and understand that it shall be binding upon me, my heirs, succe ssors and assigns. I am aware that this is a full release of liability and sign it of my own free will. THE CITY OF SANTEE DOES NOT HAVE OR PROVIDE MEDICAL OR ACCIDENTAL INSURANCE FOR PERSONS INVOLVED IN PROGRAMS SPONSORED BY THE CITY OF SANTEE

Below signature for both above waiver and YMCA Release & Waiver of Liability & Indemnity Agreement for Minors (Day Camp, X-Factor, Jr Leader) on back.

The City’s Liability Waiver must be signed by all participants over the age of 18, or if minor, by a parent/guardian.