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Activity Guide Winter 2013-2014

Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department November 2013 - February 2014

www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd

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Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department Activity Guide November 2013 - February 2014 www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd

Mission Statement

The Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department, through a coordinated effort, seeks to enrich the quality of life of the citizens we serve by providing safe and accessible recreational facilities and a diversified program of recreational activities for all citizens.

Park Contacts

Oconee Veterans Park................Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. Phone: 706-769-3965 Herman C. Michael Park............Monday – Friday, 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. Phone: 706-769-3966 Inclement Weather Hotline................................................................ Phone: 706-769-2965 Open Gym Hotline............................................................................. Phone: 706-769-3970 The Parks and Recreation Department office will be closed for the following holidays: Thanksgiving – Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 Christmas –Tuesday, December 24 and Wednesday, December 25 New Years – Wednesday, January 1 Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - Monday, January 20

Ad mi n i strative Sta ff

John Gentry .................Director

Email: jgentry@oconee.ga.us

Lisa Davol ....................Deputy Director - Programs

Email: ldavol@oconee.ga.us

Tom Popps ..................Deputy Director - Park Services

Email: tpopps@oconee.ga.us

Whitney England..........Community Programs

Email: wengland@oconee.ga.us

Janine Lynn..................Administrative Assistant

Email: jlynn@oconee.ga.us

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram Notice of non-discrimination: Pursuant to Title II ADA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, no otherwise qualified individual with a disability in the United States shall, solely by reason of her or his disability, be excluded from the participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance or under any program or activity conducted by Oconee County, Georgia. Additionally, pursuant to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, no person shall on the grounds of race, color, or national origin be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity conducted by Oconee County, Georgia

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General Information Registration begins on Monday, September 30, 2013

All activities will be filled on a first come, first served basis. Most of our activities have limited enrollment, so register early! There are 2 easy ways for you to enroll: 1.

Register online. Go to www.oconeecounty.com/ocprd and then click “ Registration” or

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Come by Oconee Veterans Park, Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Payment

We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express payments. You may also pay by check or money order. Cash not accepted.

Refund Policy

No refunds or credits will be granted within 5 days prior to a program draft or session start date. If you request a refund at least 5 days before the program begins, you have two options: (1) Receive an immediate credit for the full amount; or (2) Receive a refund, minus a 25% administration fee. In addition, a credit may be issued in the event an activity cannot be completed due to a documented medical problem. Online registration convenience fees are non-refundable.

Inclement Weather/ Rain out Policy Cancellations due to weather on weeknights will generally not be made until 4 p.m. We will make every reasonable effort to contact head coaches/team managers with cancellation information and coaches/team managers will contact parents/players.

Contact our Inclement Weather Hotline at 706-769-2965 for current cancellations due to inclement weather conditions.

NEW - Rain Out Alerts can now be sent directly to your mobile phone or email!

For mobile alerts: Text OCPRD to 84483 For email alerts: Go to https://www.rainedout.net/team_page.php?a=645d23aa72ed5569759f and enter your email address

Parent Requirement PAYS Coordinator - Trevor Ross

Email: tross@oconee.ga.us In order for a child to participate in any competitive youth activity, at least one parent must be a current member of the Parents Association of Youth Sports (PAYS). To fulfill this requirement follow the steps below: 1.

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Go to http://www.nays.org/paysonline/ how-it-works.cfm and click “Get Started” Contact Information: Complete contact info, then click “Next” Select League/Agency Affiliation: Click “Yes”, select “Oconee County Pks & Rec Dept” and then click “Next” Payment Information: NO PAYMENT OR DONATION REQUIRED, simply click “Confirm”

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Confirmation: Click “Process” Thank You for Registering page appears, click “Next” Click “Start PAYS Course” Click on video to begin course Answer required course questions to complete

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Volunteer Coaches Needed!

Program Coordinator – Trevor Ross Email: tross@oconee.ga.us We are looking for a few good coaches! Volunteers are needed to coach in our youth basketball program. Our programs focus on the FUNdamentals of the game.

Coaches are required to: *Attend and complete an NYSCA certification class *Complete an application *Submit an original copy of the Criminal History Consent form *Provide a copy of your valid driver’s license NYSCA certification classes will be held on October 30 and November 6 at 6:15 p.m. at Oconee Veterans Park. If you are interested in coaching, please contact our office at 706-769-3965 today!

Youth Programs Age Control Date: September 1, 2013 Start Smart Basketball

Program Coordinator – Trevor Ross Email: tross@oconee.ga.us A fun, developmental program for children age 4. Parents work with their child to develop motor skills necessary to participate in league basketball by utilizing positive reinforcement and fun activities.

Age: 4 Sessions: January 4 – February 8 Days: Saturdays Times: 8:30 – 9:15 a.m.

Location: Herman C. Michael Park Fee: $45

Mighty Mite Rockers Basketball

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Program Coordinator – Trevor Ross Email: tross@oconee.ga.us A fun, 8 week instructional class that develops basketball skills for game play for children age 5 – 6 years. Class sizes are limited to 32 per session.

Ages: 5-6 Session I: December 7 – February 8 from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.

Session II: December 7 – February 8 from 10:45 – 11:45 a.m.

Days: Saturdays Location: Herman C. Michael Park Fee: $55 No class on December 28.

Pre-Season Basketball Clinics for Middle Schoolers Program Coordinator – Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us Excellent opportunity for boys or girls to sharpen their basketball skills prior to school tryouts or the upcoming season. Former UGA and NBA player Carlos Strong will lead these intensive workouts.

Age: 6th – 8th grades Sessions: October 6, 13, 20 and 27 Days: Sundays Times: 2:30 – 5 p.m.

Location: Herman C. Michael Park Fee: $100

Basketball Academy

Program Coordinator: Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us The Basketball Academy will provide advanced individual basketball training without travel outside the county. Players will receive higher level instruction by Carlos Strong, former UGA and NBA player, in a fun and challenging environment. Interested youth may still register for the recreational basketball league for team competition.

Age: 10 - 15 Session Dates: December 8, 2013 – February 9, 2014 Days: Sundays Times: 1:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Location: Herman C. Michael Park Fee: $100 includes t-shirt and ball.

No sessions on December 22, December 29 or January 26

O.S.B.L - Oconee Spirit Basketball League Program Coordinator: Deanna Shaw Email: dshaw@oconee.ga.us The Oconee Spirit Basketball League is a recreational basketball program designed to allow children, adolescents, and young adults with intellectual disabilities to learn the fundamentals of basketball while building coordination, social skills and teamwork with peer players.

Age: 6 - 24 Session Dates: December 8, 2013 – February 9, 2014 Days: Tuesdays Times: 6:15 – 7:15 p.m.

Location: Herman C. Michael Park Fee: $55

Parent/Care Taker Organizational meeting held on Thursday November 14, 6:15pm at Oconee Veterans Park Community Center.

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Youth Basketball Leagues

Program Coordinator – Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us Dribble, pass and shoot the hoop in our youth basketball program. Participants learn fundamentals, improve skills and participate in game play. Leagues are available for boys and girls. Team practices begin Saturday, November 16. Parents should hear from a coach by November 13 with specific team information. Registration conducted through November 1 or until full. Fee: $75.

Leagues: Age on September 1, 2013: Mites 7- 8 Pee Wee 9-10 Midget 11-12 Junior Boys 13-14 Junior Girls 13-15 Request for team placement will not be considered unless it is for a sibling.

Player Evaluations

Thursday, November 7 at Oconee Veterans Park Pee Wee Boys: Last name A - K at 6:15 p.m..; last name L - Z at 6:45 p.m.

Thursday, November 7 at Herman C. Michael Park Pee Wee Girls: Last name A - K at 6:30 p.m.; last name L - Z at 6:45 p.m.

Saturday, November 9 at Herman C. Michael Park Mite Girls: All at 8:45 a.m.

Mite Boys: Last name A - K at 8:45 a.m..; last name L - Z at 9:15 a.m.

Monday, November 11 at Herman C. Michael Park Midget Girls: 6:30 p.m.

Monday, November 11 at Oconee Veterans Park Midget Boys: Last name A - K at 6:15 p.m.; last name L - Z at 6:45 p.m.

Tuesday, November 12 at Oconee Veterans Park Junior Boys: Last name A - K at 6:15 p.m.; last name L - Z at 6:30 p.m.

Junior Girls: 7:15 p.m.

Free Combine Sunday, November 10 at Oconee Veterans Park from 4 -5:30 p.m. for players registered for Pee Wee, Midget and Junior Leagues.

Coaches Clinics Pee Wee, Midget and Junior Coaches - Sunday, November 10 at Oconee Veterans Park from 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Mite Coaches Saturday, November 9 at Herman C. Michael Park from 10 – 11:15 a.m.

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Intramural High School Basketball League

Program Coordinator – Deanna Shaw Email: dshaw@oconee.ga.us Recruit your friends and PLAY! Form your own team to participate in this fun, recreational league.

Only team entries accepted. Players must attend high school in Oconee County to participate.

Games conducted at park and/or school facilities on weekday evenings. Games begin in December 2013. Rosters must be submitted no later than Thursday, November 14.

Fee: $540 per team due by November 8.

Roster Guidelines: Minimum of 7 players, maximum of 10 players.

Deadline for roster changes January 17, 2014.

Players must have an adult coach/sponsor, 21 years or older who will be in attendance at all

games and is responsible for team conduct.

Failure of the adult sponsor to attend a game will result in forfeiture of game.

Players and coaches must sign code of conduct form in order to be eligible to participate.

Players must attend school in Oconee County. Proof may be required.

Mandatory Meeting A mandatory coach/team manager meeting will be held Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at 6 p.m. at Oconee Veterans Park in the Community Center. League rules distributed and discussed at meeting.

Coaches vs. Cancer Tournament

Program Coordinator: Drew Torok Email: dtorok@oconee.ga.us The 2nd Annual Coaches vs. Cancer 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament benefits the American Cancer Society. All players must register through Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department. Minors must have a signed parent consent form. Deadline to register is Monday, January 20.

Date: Sunday, January 26, 2014 Times: 1 – 7 p.m.

Fee: $50 per team or $40 per team if your team registers before 1/10/2014 Teams: 3-4 Players Tournament: Pool play tournament with 3 game minimum Prizes: T-shirts for everyone and chances to win prizes, including a chance to win YOUR PIE Pizza for a year!

NEW Core Soccer Winter Skills Camp

Core Soccer’s two day winter skills camp offers a unique, dynamic soccer environment in which players master the mental, physical and technical skills of the game. Our precise step-by-step teaching method includes demonstrations, explanations and participation.

Dates: Thursday, January 2 and Friday, January 3 U8 – U10 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

U10 – U12 4 p.m. – 7 p.m.

Fee: $75 includes camp t-shirt and snack.

Limited space available.

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After School Programs Program Coordinator: Jessica Tiller Email: jtiller@oconee.ga.us

The R.E.C. After School Program

Get out of school and into the park where we strive to provide Recreation for Every Child! We offer the best after school location; keeping your child actively engaged in a variety of fun activities through 6 p.m. Transportation is provided immediately afterschool to the Herman C. Michael Park.

Daily snack is also provided. The program is open to all Kindergarten through 5th grade Oconee County residents. Please call (706) 769-3966 for space availability. Fee: $75 per week per child.

Teen Extreme

Get out of school and into the park where we take after school to the Extreme! Oconee County teens, 6th - 8th grade, participate in after school activities such as sports skills, homework assistance, games, and more. The program is held at Oconee Veterans Park and keeps your teen actively engaged during the hours immediately after school through 6:30 p.m. Transportation is provided from Oconee County public middle schools to the park! Fee: $75 per week per child.

All Day Camps

All day camps are offered to all Oconee County students on select days when school is not in session. Camp is open from 7:30 a.m. – 6 p.m. Snacks are provided but students must bring a sack lunch. The day is filled with activities and games to keep the participants engaged. Contact Jessica Tiller for information on registering.

All Day Camps will be offered this fall on the following dates: October 11, 14 • November 25-27 • December 20 • February 17-18 All Day Camps must have a minimum of 15 participants enrolled.

Fee: $30 per day, per participant

Home School P. E.

Program Coordinator: Jessica Tiller Email: jtiller@oconee.ga.us Physical education classes will be offered at Herman C. Michael Park for home schooled boys and girls. Students must be registered in advance.

Ages: 5- 13 Sessions: January 7 – April 1 Days: Tuesdays Time: 1- 2 p.m.

Location: Herman C. Michael Park Fee: $50

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No class February 18.

Adult Activities Adult Basketball

Program Coordinator – Drew Torok Email: dtorok@oconee.ga.us Shoot the Rock! Leagues available: Men’s Church, Men’s Open and a Women’s League.

Deadline: Thursday, November 7.

Manager’s Meeting: Wednesday, November 13 at 6:00 p.m. at the Community Center.

Games begin the week of December 2.

Fee: $540 per team due by November 7.

Senior Stretch

Program Coordinator – Whitney England Email: wengland@oconee.ga.us Calling all seniors! Get your body moving with a total fitness program! Come stretch and tone with Sandy Bishop at the Oconee Veterans Park Community Center gym. Conducted Tuesday and Thursday 9 – 10 a.m. throughout the school year, beginning January 7. FREE!

Yoga

Program Coordinator –Whitney England Email: wengland@oconee.ga.us Celia Brooks, Certified Yoga Teacher Participants should provide their own yoga mat and 1 – 2 firm blankets.

Hatha Yoga – A mind/body practice of relaxation and rejuvenation using awareness, breath and movement to bring balance to the systems of the body. Yoga helps to increase flexibility and tone muscles while decreasing tension and relieving stress. This is a perfect class for beginners as well as those with some experience in yoga.

Sessions Offered: 6 weeks -$58 Session I - Tuesday, November 5 - December 17, 10-11:30 a.m.

Session II - Wednesday, November 6 -December 18, 6-7:30 p.m.

No classes Thanksgiving week - November 25-29 8 weeks - $75 Session III - January 14 - March 4, 10-11:30 a.m.

Session IV - January 15 - March 5 6-7:30 p.m.

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Additional Activities Herman C. Michael Disc Golf Course - "The HERM" Our 18 hole course is open to the public during park hours.

Walking Trails

All of our parks have walking trails for everyone to enjoy. Herman C. Michael, Bogart Sports Complex and the Oconee Veterans Park have paved walking paths. Trails at Heritage Park are open for seasoned hikers, mountain bike riders and/or horseback riders. Check our website for trail maps.

Picnic Shelters

Three shelters are available to rent for your next party or event! Locations for the shelters are Herman C. Michael Park, Oconee Veterans Park and Bogart Sports Complex. Call (706) 769-3965 to request rental information and schedule your event. Check out our smaller picnic shelters at Oconee Veterans Park that are available on a first come, first serve basis!

Bark Park

Visit the park during daylight hours to Get Out and Get Active with your dog!

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Indoor Track and Gymnasium

The indoor track and gymnasium at Oconee Veterans Park Community Center requires a onetime membership fee for use. Please check our website for the current open gymnasium calendar or call the Open Gymnasium Hotline at 706-769-3970.

Community Center Hours: Monday – Friday 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.

Saturday 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. Sunday 1 - 9 p.m.

Indoor Track/Open Gymnasium 14-59 Years Membership Card - $5 per person

Open Gymnasium only Membership, 12-13 years

Membership Card - $5 per person Membership Card - No fee for persons under 12 years or 60 years and older Note: Persons 12 -13 are only permitted in the gymnasium.

Fitness Center

Our fitness center located in the Community Center at Oconee Veterans Park features a wide array of state of the art cardiovascular and weight equipment including single and multi-station trainers.

We offer FREE Wifi in our Fitness Center. Fitness memberships are required for the exercise facility. Memberships are available for purchase at the Community Center front desk or online.

Fitness Memberships: $40 per person, per quarter or $120 per person, per year Hours: Monday – Friday 7 a.m. – 9 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. - 9 p.m. and Sunday 1 - 9 p.m.

GREATER OCONEE AREA LACROSSE COME JOIN LACROSSE, AMERICA'S FASTEST GROWING SPORT! Boys 3rd-12th grade Season runs February - May 2014 Registration at Oconee Veterans Park November 30, 2013 10:00-11:00 am December 9, 2013 7-8 pm Website: http://oconeelacrosse.teamopolis.com

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Tennis For Life Tennis Coordinator - Janet Darvill Email: janet@tennisforlife.net

Phone: 706-769-2954 Office Hours: Monday – Friday, 1 -5 p.m.

Please visit the TFL site at www.tennisforlife.net to register.

JUNIOR CLASSES QUICKSTART TENNIS

January 27-March 11 (6 weeks) (No Classes Feb 17, 18)

CLASS DAY TIME AGES COST/6 wks Lil Stars Tuesday OR Thursday 3:15-4:00 p.m.

5-6 years 1 day/wk $60 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m.

2 day/wk $115 Saturday

Tuesday and Thursday 3:15-4:00 p.m.

Shining Stars I

Tuesday OR Thursday Saturday Tuesday and Thursday

4:00-5:00 p.m.

7+8 years 1 day/wk $60 9:30-10:30 2 day/wk $115 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Shining Stars II

Tuesday Thursday Tuesday and Thursday

5:00-6:00 p.m.

7+8 years 1 day/wk $60 5:00-6:00 p.m.

2 day/wk $115 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Shining Stars Elite Monday AND Friday

3:30-4:30 p.m.

Future Stars I

Monday OR Friday Saturday Monday and Friday

4:00-5:00 p.m.

9+10 years 1 day/wk $60 10:30-11:30 a.m.

2 day/wk $115 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Future Stars II & III Monday

Friday

Monday and Friday

5:00-6:00 p.m.

11+12 years 1 day/wk $60 5:00-6:00 p.m.

2 day/wk $115 5:00-6:00 p.m.

Future Stars Elite

Tuesday AND Thursday 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Beginner Teen Tennis Sunday

1:00-2:00 p.m.

To Register and for more information Please visit

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www.tennisforlife.net

8 & Under 2 day/wk $120

10 & Under 2 day/wk $120 13-17 years 1 day/wk $60

ACADEMY PROGRAM Begins January 6 & 7 Visit www.TennisForLife.net for a complete Academy Program Schedule and Fees or Call (706) 769-2954 CLASS

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Pre-Academy (12&U)

Monday AND Friday

4:30-6:00 p.m.

11-12 yrs

Junior Academy

Monday AND Friday

4:30-6:00 p.m.

13-17 yrs

Tennis Academy

Tuesday AND Thursday

4:30-6:00 p.m.

13-14 yrs

TATT

Tuesday AND Thursday

4:30-6:00 p.m.

13-17 yrs

ADULT PROGRAM

January 26-March 9 (6 weeks) CLASS

DAY TIME COST/6wks

USA Tennis Step 1

Sunday

2:00-3:15 p.m.

$75

Monday

9:15-10:30 a.m.

$75

USA Tennis Step 2

Sunday

3:15-4:30 p.m.

$75

Wednesday

10:15-11:30 a.m.

$75

USA Tennis Step 3

Sunday

4:30-5:45 p.m.

$75

Thursday

10:00-11:15 a.m.

$75

Men’s Coupon Clinic

Monday

6:00-7:30 p.m.

$84/6 coupons

50+ Coupon Clinic

Wednesday

11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. $84/6 coupons

Women’s Coupon Clinic Sunday

2:00-3:30 p.m.

$84/6 coupons

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Parks Bogart Sports Complex Facility Supervisor - Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us Physical Address: 200 S. Burson Street Bogart, GA 30622 Bogart Sports Complex is a 33 acre park located behind the Bogart Library at 200 South Burson/Thompson Street. There are six lighted baseball and multipurpose fields, a half mile paved walking trail, a picnic pavilion and two playgrounds.

Rental Fees: Damage/Cleanup deposit..................................................... $100 Picnic Pavilion...................................................................... $15 per 2 hours Softball/Baseball Fields....................................................... $20 per hour per field Softball/Baseball Tournament............................................. Call for fees Field Lights........................................................................... $15 per hour per field surcharge

Heritage Park Facility Supervisor - Whitney England Email: wengland@oconee.ga.us Physical Address: 2543 Macon Highway, Watkinsville, GA 30677 Heritage Park is 364 acres of natural resources with woods and creeks, bordered by the Appalachee River. The large open air arena at Heritage Park was created with agricultural and special events in mind. The feeder barn has thirty-one stalls and a small show arena. There are separate wash racks for animal shows, rodeos and other large events. The park is conveniently located in Farmington on Highway 441, seven miles south of downtown Watkinsville and ten miles north of downtown Madison.

Call 706-769-3965 for rental fees based on your next event.

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Herman C. Michael Park Facility Supervisor - Tony Lathrup Email: tlathrup@oconee.ga.us

Physical Address: 1051 Elder Road, Bishop, GA 30621 Phone number: 706-769-3966 Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.

Herman C. Michael Park is a 37 acre park. The park has three lighted softball fields, four lighted tennis courts, one gymnasium with full basketball court, 2 volleyball courts, outdoor lighted basketball courts, soccer/multi-use field, playground, picnic shelter and a 1.25 mile paved walking trail.

Rental Fees: Damage/Cleanup deposit..................................................... $100 Gymnasium.......................................................................... $30 per hour Gym Activity Room............................................................... $20 per hour Picnic Pavilion...................................................................... $20 per 2 hours Softball, Multipurpose Field, and Baseball fields................ $20 per hour Softball/Baseball Tournament............................................. Call for fees Tennis Courts....................................................................... $18 per hour per court Field/Court Lights................................................................ $15 per hour per field/court surcharge

Oconee Veterans Park Facility Supervisor - Drew Torok Email: dtorok@oconee.ga.us

Physical Address: 3500 A Hog Mountain Road Watkinsville, GA 30677 Phone Number: 706-769-3965 Office Hours: Monday – Friday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Community Center Hours: Monday – Friday: 7 a.m.

- 9 p.m., Saturday 8 a.m. – 9 p.m. and Sunday: 1 - 9 p.m.

The 34,000 square foot community center is open with meeting space for community use, indoor walking track and fitness area, and a gymnasium. It houses the administrative offices for the department. In addition, the 197 acre park offers outdoor walking trails, tennis courts, soccer fields, baseball fields, Bark Park and a picnic shelter.

Rental Fees: Picnic Pavilion...................................................................... $35 per 2 hours Baseball/Softball Field......................................................... $20 per hour per field Soccer Field......................................................................... $35 per hour per field or $150 per day Multipurpose Field............................................................... $20 per hour per field or $100 per day Softball/Baseball Tournament............................................. Call for fees Tennis Courts....................................................................... $18 per hour per court Field/Court Lights................................................................ $15 per hour per field/court surcharge Meeting Rooms.................................................................... Call for fees

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Oconee County Parks and Recreation Department 3500A Hog Mountain Road Watkinsville, GA 30677