2022 Lancaster Parks & Recreation Activities & Programs

Cover photos by: Hannah Adkins

2022 ACTIVITIES & PROGRAMS

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MISSION STATEMENT TO PROVIDE A QUALITY PARK AND RECREATION SYSTEM THAT PROMOTES THE BENEFITS OF PARKS AND RECREATION BY PROVIDING QUALITY FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS THAT ENRICH THE LIVES OF THE CITIZENS IN OUR COMMUNITY

Board of Park Commissioners

Laura Murphy

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Robert Lovell - President Carrie Woody- Board Member Charles Elsea- Board Member R. Mark Bibler - Secretary

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PARK STAFF Michael Tharp Superintendent

Jim Thomson Supervisor of Facilities

Jennifer Shamblin Supervisor, Recreation

Carla Young Supervisor, Olivedale Park

Carol Russell Park Office Manager

Jackie Compton Office Manager, Olivedale Park

Trina Thornton Outdoor Education Coordinator

Maria Mulder Fitness & Aquatics Coordinator

Noah Akers Park Attendant, Alley Park

Ryan Clark Park Attendant, Olivedale Park

Blake Byers Park Attendant

Matt Conrad Park Attendant

Tim Foltz Park Attendant

Brad Palmer Park Attendant

Ryan Adkins Park Attendant

Brent Siders Park Attendant

Kathy Stasel Park Attendant

Justin Vorhees Tree Commission City Forester

Park Office 1507 E. Main St. Lancaster, Ohio 43130 Office hours: 8 am-4 pm

740-687-6651

WE NOW ACCEPT ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS

www.LancasterParks.com lancasterparksandrecreationdepartment

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How do I register for Lancaster Parks & Recreation Activities?

How to Register for an Activity

Log in to your account. If you do not have one, create a new account at www.LancasterParks.com Click "Online Registration" on the home page or any of our program pages.

Click on the "Register" icon at the top of your account or click the "Register" from the navigation bar and select a program of interest.

Click "Register Now" or "Register (selected member)" next to the desired activity.

Check the register box next to the names of the members in the account that you are registering and then "add to cart" button, if registering individual member for an item with purchasing options click on the option that best fits your desired registration.

Once added to the cart, you will get options to "Return to the Program," "Continue Shopping," (if you need to add other items to the cart), or "Check Out" if you are ready to process.

Click "Check Out" to review your shopping cart, then "Continue" to move forward with your order.

Choose "Check Out Online" (when available) or "Create a Pre-Registration Form" (if available) and follow the steps.

Health & Fitness Center

YOUTH SPORTS ADULT RECREATION

ALLEY PARK CAMPS

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ALLEY PARK

2805 OLD LOGAN RD. SE LANCASTER, OHIO 43130

Charles Alley Memorial Park has been a city park with the Lancaster Parks & Recreation since 1978.

This 350- acre nature park hosts a variety of large community events, including a Maple Tapping Festival, Frontier Spirit, Pumpkin Hike, Santa in the Park, as well as many field trips and educational programs for students and adults. The park has seven miles of hiking trails, two lakes, a disc golf course, several outdoor picnic areas, a log cabin, historic covered bridge, and the Goslin Nature Center. This facility houses an educational center for programming by the outdoor education staff in the lower level, and the Great Room upstairs which is rented for events.

Weddings at Alley Park Reserve Alley Park now for your special day!

The Goslin Nature Center at Charles Alley Memorial Park sets the stage for a fabulous wedding day. Wood planked walls and a massive stone fireplace create a charming and rustic setting for your special celebration. Experience nature on your wedding day at Charles Alley Memorial Park.

RENTAL INFO

Kelly Weisheimer

Main Room (includes kitchen facilities) Weekend

$500

(Friday-Sunday) Weekday (Monday-Thursday)

$250

Maximum capacity

6

With Tables

135

Without Tables

160

Special Events at Alley Park

by Lancaster Parks & Recreation Bridal Open House

February 26th 10 am - 2 pm

Planning a wedding?

Come to Alley Park to see our beautiful wedding venue and meet with wedding vendors to help plan your big day. We will have local photographers, caterers, florists, and more!!

Maple Tapping Festival & Pancake Breakfast March 12th 8 am - 11 am $5 per plate

The festival features a maple tapping history display at our log cabin, demonstrations in our sugar shack, displays at the nature center and local maple syrup & kettle corn for sale.

Pumpkin Hike

October 22

Pumpkin Carving 8-11 am

Bonfire & Concessions 5-7:30 pm

Hike 6-8:30 pm

Fun for the Whole Family!

Kelsie Bowe

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Santa in the Park December 8-10 6-8 pm

Over half a million lights blanket the park, welcoming Santa and his elves onthese special nights. Live reindeer on Friday, December 9th.

December 11th Winter Lights Hike 6-8 pm

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EVENTS AT ALLEY PARK CHECK OUT THE FOLLOWING WEBSITES FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE EVENTS HELD AT ALLEY PARK

Frontier Spirit

September 24, 25 www.FrontierPlayers.org

Covered Bridge Festival September 16-17 www.VisitFairfieldCounty.org

Tammy Groves

Days of Knights October 8-9 www.TheDaysOfKnights.com

Tammy Groves

The second annual Alley Trail Marathon is a fun, fast, and challenging looped course taking place at Alley Park on Saturday, November 19. The race benefits Friends of Lancaster Parks and Recreation, a non-profit dedicated to enhancing and expanding the programs of Lancaster Parks and Recreation.

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Alley Park Programs

For program information and costs, email: alleyparkoe@yahoo.com

FIELD TRIPS Field Trips are offered year-round for schools, 4-H groups, girls scouts, boy scouts, and others. Programs are designed to meet the needs of your individual group. They are held at Alley Park in the Goslin Nature Education Center.

Volunteer opportunities are available throughout the year at special events, outdoor education programs, and summer camps. Applications are available for teens interested in volunteering. Training sessions are required for some activities.

ROADSHOWS NATURE THEMED BIRTHDAY PARTIES

The outdoor education staff at Alley Park will bring a program to your school, daycare, or facility.

Have your child's next birthday party in the Goslin Nature Education Center at Alley Park. Crafts, games, and a short lesson led by staff will keep your child (age 3 and up) entertained while learning. It's a fun time for everyone!

Preschoolers in the Park Registration information available online

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Goslin Nature Education Center Open Sundays (AprilOctober) 1-4 pm. Take a break from hiking and visit the lower level of the Goslin Nature Center. A volunteer will be on duty to answer your questions about our displays and animals.

ALLEY PARK 2022 CAMP INFO Beginner Archery Camps (Ages 8-15) June 6-9 (Raindate - June 10) 9:30 -11:30 am June 13-16 (Raindate-June17) 6-8 pm Cost: $45 Classes taught by certified instructors.

Equipment provided.

Survivor Camp (Ages 12-14) Camp held primarily outdoors for older youth learning survival skills in a woodland setting.

Daily hikes, building shelters, cooking over a campfire, and an overnight experience.

June 27-July 1 Monday-Wednesday 9 am -3 pm Thursday 9 am - Friday 11 am Cost: $175

CAMP ALLEYMANJI Pathfinders (ages 6-8) 3 days 9 am - 3 pm Cost $120 July 6-8; July 12-14; or July 19-21 Trailblazers (ages 9-11) 5 days Monday-Friday, 9am - 3 pm Cost: $165 July 11-15 or July 18-22

Follow our Alley Park Facebook page for more information.

The Adventure.

The Game.

The Camp.

A NOTE FOR ALL CAMPS! Camp sizes are limited.

Registration required at least one week prior to camp session.

For camp questions, email: 11 alleyparkoe@yahoo.com

More from Alley Park!!!

HOOKS & BOBBERS Youth Fishing Derby Ages 4 to 15 years old June 11, 2022

Joni Bash

Join us for some special events that take place at Alley Park after dark! We offer guided Night Hikes, Star Gazing and Family Fun Nights.

Check the Calendar for future dates.

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STORY TRAIL

Alley Park has a brand new story trail in partnership with the Fairfield County District Library! Come hike the trail while reading a new story every few months.

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HAVE AN ADVENTURE IN THE PARKS! Explore the miles of hiking trails in Lancaster Parks.

NEW to Lancaster Parks & Recreation - Climbing at Keller Kirn Park!

https://www.ohioclimberscoalition.org/flatrocks Tina Marie Mazza

Laura Crabtree Tina Marie Mazza

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RISING PARK

1120 N. High St. Lancaster, Ohio 43130

Tina Marie Mazza

Barb Smith

Barb Smith

Kim Sulzmann

Rising Park has been the gem of Lancaster City Parks & Recreation since 1909, providing hiking trails, picnic areas, playgrounds, tennis courts, fishing for youth, shelter houses, and a gazebo.

Orchard Hill Arboretum

Come visit our beautiful arboretum located on Orchard Hill at Rising Park. This new arboretum has more than 200 trees of various species for you to enjoy. Walk through and appreciate the geography of the land and become closer to nature.

Mount Pleasant Photography Club Meetings are held on the first Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm. Contact mppcmembership@mpphotoclub.org for more information. Or visit https://www.mpphotoclub.org

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RISING PARK

1120 N. High St. Lancaster, Ohio 43130

Seeds of Change Arbor Day

Saturday, April 23 Time 11 am -3 pm

RISING PARK DAY Saturday, May 14 10 am - 2 pm Bring the family to this FREE event at Rising Park and enjoy several of your favorite park programs, including, soccer, outdoor education, crafts, entertainment & MORE!!

Art in the Park Enjoy art in various Lancaster City Parks designed by local high school art students from Lancaster, Fisher Catholic, and Millersport High Schools under the mentorship of their art teachers and renowned local artist, Ric Leichliter.

Shelter House Reservations 2022 Shelter Reservations will be open to Lancaster residents only for the first 60 days of the calendar year, beginning Monday, January 3, 2022.

Tuesday, March 1, 2022, shelter reservations will be open to non-Lancaster residents, as well as Lancaster residents. It is recommended that reservations be made early to ensure your date is available.

Rising Shelter

The Rising Shelter is reserved in 3 different sections: North Side (right enclosed section in the picture) South Side/Porch (left enclosed section in the picture) Breezeway (open section in the middle of the shelter) Shelter houses are free to the public. Rentals are first come/first serve.

Reservations MUST be made in person at the park office.

Lancaster Shelter

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Downtown Events Friday Night Bandstand All shows held at the Bandstand in downtown Lancaster. All Times 7-9 pm

SCHEDULE June 3rd - Bad Influence LANCASTER'S OWN HIGH ENERGY ROCK BAND, FROM THE CLASSICS TO THE CURRENT HITS

June 10th - Fleetwood Mac Experience CLASSIC ROCK

June 17th - Mitch Kirkpatrick & Hillbilly Deluxe 2 BANDS I NIGHT NEW COUNTRY

June 24th - Aftermath TRIBUTE BAND TO THE AMERICAN SIDE OF 60s MUSIC

July 1st - Lancaster Community Band PATRIOTIC SOUNDS

July 8th - Acoustic Super Friends THE BEST SONGS OF THE LAST 50 YEARS

July 15th - British Invasion THE ULTIMATE TRIBUTE TO 60s BRITISH ROCK

July 22nd - Lancaster Festival

July 29th - Lancaster Festival

August 5th - The Jack IT'S ONLY ROCK AND ROLL...AND YOU'LL LIKE IT!

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Located at 104 N. Broad St.

Glass Town Countdown Street Party in Zane Square!

DECEMBER 31ST Join your family, friends, and neighbors for a street party in downtown Lancaster on New Year’s Eve. Count down together as the globe is lit and lifted, sparkling above the city to bring in the new year!

With Glass Town Countdown, the community creates a beautiful piece of glass art to display throughout the year and then comes together for a fun party on New Year’s Eve! Be part of the celebration! Visit the Ohio Glass Museum and Glassblowing Studio to create or purchase a colorful glass ornament that will be attached to the giant NYE globe. Fun glassblowing classes are available all year.

Learn more here.

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Olivedale Park

253 Boving Rd. Lancaster, Ohio 43130

Olivedale Park offers 16+ acres of trees, green space, and wildflowers. The park is across from the all-accessible playground on Rt. 22 with easy access from the Lancaster Bike Trail and features a large public picnic shelter.

Olivedale Senior Center and Lancaster Parks & Recreation Health & Fitness Center is also on the property.

Come visit the Health & Fitness Center now open to 25 years+ with a variety of fun exercise classes. Join Cardio Drumming, Barre Fit, Yoga Stretch, Chair Yoga, Pilates Fit, Zumba, Zumba Step, Strength & Balance, Silver Sneakers Classic, Dance Aerobics, and Spin. Our Fitness Center features stationary bikes, elliptical trainers, cross trainer, sit down elliptical, NuSteps, Cybex weight machines, treadmills, rowing machine and more. Check out our therapeutic pool and join classes or open swim.

Monthly passes start at $12 for the Fitness Center and $22 for Fitness Center and unlimited classes!!

COMING SOON! Olivedale Park will soon be the only home to

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RENTING THE MULTI-PURPOSE ROOM PLEASE CALL THE OLIVEDALE PARK OFFICE AT 740-687-6655 FOR MORE INFORMATION

Weekend $400 (Friday-Sunday) Weekday (Monday-Thursday) $250 Audio visual capabilities and other amenities are available for extra cost.

Olivedale Senior Center Olivedale Senior Center uses the facility at Olivedale Park for their activities.

This is a premier Senior Recreational Center for the active senior 55 and older.

ACTIVITIES

ENTERTAINMENT

Entertainment Groups Art/Music/Dance Dance Lessons - Ballroom, Clogging, Line, Polynesian Crafts/Hobbies Games/Sports Education Volunteering Travel - Day Trips, Concerts, Plays, Exhibits, Special Interest, Vacation Trips (Movies-Movies are shown in lieu of day trips in the month of January)

1/8/2022 Arrowood Entertainment Elvis Birthday Party 1/22/2022 T.N.T. 2/12/2022 The Wegians - 60s dance rock 2/26/2022 Willow Creek 3/12/2022 The Majestics St. Patty Party 3/26/2022 T.N.T. 4/9/2022 Johnny Garber Sock Hop 4/23/2022 3 Chords & A Beer

SOCIAL OCCASIONS Singles Group

Red Hat Society - Glad Red Hatters of Olivedale are part of the National Red Hat Society. Olivedale hosts a tea/luncheon every other year for Red Hats from all over Southern Ohio.

Art Shows Ice Cream Social - This is a member only event.

5/7/2022 Fox & Cary Band

All events are subject to change if necessary for the safety of our members. Please check the Olivedale website at www.olivedale.com for updates

5/21/2022 T.N.T. 6/11/2022 Willow Creek 6/25/2022 Alexander Band 7/9/2022 T.N.T. 8/6/2022 3 Chords & A Beer 8/27/2022 KC & the Moonlighters 9/10/2022 Willow Creek Harvest Moon Ball 9/24/2022 T.N.T.

Eighties Party - A Birthday celebration for members 80 and older.

Craft Bazaar Pancake Breakfast - Olivedale Fundraiser, a 501c3 non-profit.

2nd Tuesday Lunch Fish Fry - Every 4th Tuesday of the month from March - September. $8/adults $4/child

10/15/2022 Alexander Band 10/29/2022 Johnny Garber Halloween Party 11/19/2022 T.N.T. 12/3/2022 The Majestics Holiday Dance 12/30/2022 Johnny Garber New Year’s Eve Eve

GET HEALTHY Members of the Olivedale Senior Center have access to the Lancaster Parks & Recreation Health & Fitness Center for an additional fee.

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Swimming Pools

MILLER POOL

TIKI POOL

Miller Pool opens Saturday, June 4th and closes Sunday, August 7th 409 N. Memorial Dr. 740-687-6653

Tiki Pool opens Saturday, May 28th and closes Sunday, August 14th 1475 Tiki Lane 740-687-6654

TIKI ADMISSION $5

AFTER 4:00 ADMISSION IS ONLY $2

CARD TICKET ADMISSION $50 FOR 12 VISITS

HOURS OF OPERATION (BOTH POOLS) 12 - 6 pm Monday-Saturday 1- 6 pm Sunday

MILLER ADMISSION $4

AFTER 4:00 ADMISSION IS ONLY $2

CARD TICKET ADMISSION $40 FOR 12 VISITS

All children 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult.

POOL PARTIES

Pool parties are available from 7 pm - 10 pm Number of attendees cost: 1-100 $350 101-250 $450 251-400 $600 400+ $125 each additional 100 Maximum number of guests is 800

Season Passes Individual $95

Family $300

(up to 6 immediate family members living in the same household may include babysitter as 1 of the 6).

Passes can be purchased online and must be picked up at the Park Office.

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Number of attendees cost: 1-100 $300 101-250 $400 251-400 $525 400+ $125 each additional 100 Maximum number of guests is 800

Swimming Pools

SUMMER NIGHT SERIES LINEUP DIVE IN MOVIE SATURDAY, JUNE 18 @ MILLER POOL 7-11 pm MOVIE TBD (ALL AGES)

TEEN NIGHT - AGES 12-17 THURSDAY, JUNE 23RD @ MILLER POOL 7-10 pm GAMES, MUSIC, DANCING SPONSORED BY FAIRFIELD COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE

DIVE IN MOVIE - HOTEL TRANSYLVANIA "SPOOKY SPLASH" SATURDAY, JULY 16TH @ TIKI POOL 7-11 pm SPONSORED BY D.A.R.E.

DATE NIGHT - ADULTS 18 AND OVER THURSDAY, JULY 21ST @ MILLER POOL 7-10 pm KARAOKE, MUSIC & CORNHOLE

Event sponsors

SUMMER SWIM LESSONS Join the American Red Cross Learn to Swim Classes conducted by certified volunteers and our summer pool staff!! 3 sessions throughout the summer with morning and evening opportunities. Check out our website to sign up for dates. Class sizes are limited.

Parent/Child Classes ages 6 mos to 3 years (4 day class) Preschool Classes ages 3-5 (4 day class) Learn to Swim Classes ages 6 and older (8 day) class)

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TENNIS Summer Tennis Camps

Ages 5-18 Registration deadline June 6, 2022 Register online at www.LancasterParks.com All participants receive a camp T-Shirt (order size online) Camp starts June 13, 2022.

All classes are held at the Rod Ishida Tennis Center at Lancaster High School.

Quick Start Tennis

$35

Ages 5-8 This is an exciting new play format for learning tennis, designed to bring kids into the game by utilizing specialized equipment, shorter court dimensions, and modified scoring, all tailored to age and size.

While developing a love for the game, athletes will learn the rules and etiquette that help make tennis a lifelong game.

Days M,W,F

Start Date 6/13

End Date 7/1

Start Time 8:30 am

End time 9:15 am

Development Tennis

Ages 9-18 There are 2 levels in Development Tennis - Middle School & Junior Development

MIDDLE SCHOOL Days M,W,F

Ages 9-14; Beginners or advanced beginners - Cost $35.

Start Date 6/13

End Date 7/1

Start Time 9:15 am

End time 10:30 am

JUNIOR DEVELOPMENT For players on high school or junior high teams - Cost $60 Days M,W,F

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Start Date 6/13

End Date 7/15

Start Time 10:30 am

End time 12:00 am

51st ANNUAL FAIRFIELD COUNTY TENNIS TOURNAMENT July 24-August 6, 2022 All Singles (Adults & Juniors) July 24-30th All Doubles (Adults & Juniors) July 31-August 6th The cost is $7 per person/per event and is open to everyone. Register online at www.LancasterParks.com or you can register in the Park Office. The tournament will be held at the Rising Park Tennis Courts.

Registration deadline is July 17, 2022.

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Sports in Our Parks PLEASE NOTE These sports are not facilitated by Lancaster Parks & Recreation, but contact information is provided below

Fastpitch Softball

LANCASTER GIRLS SOFTBALL ASSOCIATION

Games played at Martens Park.

Fastpitch softball for girls ages 4 through 18. The LGSA runs a Spring (Summer) league and a "Fall Ball" league.

League is associated with USA Softball.

Information regarding the league can be found at leaguelineup.com/welcome.asp?url=LGSA or facebook.com/lancaster.softball

Baseball

LANCASTER YOUTH BASEBALL

Games played at Miller Park & Mary Burnham Park.

For ages 5 through 16. The LYBA runs a summer and a fall league. information regarding the league can be found at: lancasteryba.org or facebook.com/Lancaster-youth-baseball-association-little_league

Soccer Lancaster Select Soccer Association (LSSA) is home to Fairfield County's United soccer teams.

LSSA is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing the soccer skills of our youth.

Information can be found at www.lssasoccer.com

Lancaster Parks & Rec Diamond Use Policy All diamonds are on a first come, first served basis for practices.

Teams are allowed up to 1 1/2 hr practice time on the diamonds.

No league has rights to any park for practices.

Other than Miller & Martens Park, all ball diamonds are in neighborhood parks.

Neighborhood children have priority and can continue to play their ball games as long as they wish, regardless of whether leagues ad coaches want to practice there.

Any diamonds that have been prepared and lined off means they are ready for a game and you cannot use field for practice.

Failure to comply with this policy could result in a loss of practice privileges at our parks.

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Disc Golf

Eagles Nest Golf Course is located at Alley Park 2805 Old Logan Rd. SE Lancaster, Ohio Flat Rocks Disc Golf Course is located at Keller-Kirn Park 1601 N. High St. Lancaster, Ohio

LANCASTER DISC GOLF ALLIANCE The Lancaster Disc Golf Alliance has been a valued part of the Lancaster community since 2006, as a responsible non-profit local sports club. Our organization has been volunteering and contributing to the local community for over 10 years.

Contact: Adam Ankrom TheLDGA@gmail.com Facebook: Lancaster Disc Golf Alliance

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VISIT OUR NEWEST PARKS! HUNTER PARK 907 Lincoln Ave.

Hunter Park is home to our newest all accessible playground. This playground was funded by the Kiwanis Club of Lancaster.

MILLER PARK-DOG PARK 409 N. Memorial Dr. Parking off Wheeling St.

by Miller Pool

PLASTIC BOTTLE CAPS FOR PARK BENCHES!!!

Drop off approved caps to be recycled for park benches at our Park Office 1507 E. Main St.

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SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE!!

27 NAMED PARKS YOUTH SPORTS OUTDOOR EDUCATION ADULT RECREATION CAMPS SPECIAL EVENTS 2 OUTDOOR POOLS HIKING HEALTH & FITNESS CENTER

2 PARK DISTRICTS MAKING OUR COMMUNITY HOME

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RECREATION FOR ADULTS Lancaster Parks & Recreation loves having adults play in our parks! We have several adult leagues (18 & older) throughout the year to keep you active, competitive and having fun! Get a team together or sign up to be placed on a team on any of our various adult leagues. Please check out www.lancasterparks.com for the most up to date information.

Cornhole League

Played inside the lodge at Alley Park on Thursday nights beginning January 20, 2022. Cost is $50 per team The Adult Cornhole Tournament is held downtown Lancaster on August 27th at 104 N. Broad St.

Kickball This is a CO-ED recreational league. Games are played on Thursday nights at Rising Park. Cost is $45/player. This includes a team shirt. Season will begin on April 21, 2022. Registration deadline is April 1.

Soccer Games will be played on Sundays at the Main St. Soccer Complex. The season will be played in the spring starting April 3rd. Registration deadline is March 25th.

Cost is $45/player and includes a team shirt.

SOFTBALL

This CO-ED softball league plays on Thursday nights at Miller Park. (Rain-out dates are played on Fridays). Registration is $45/player and includes a team shirt.

Season will begin on June 16th.

Registration deadline is May 20.

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RECREATION FOR ADULTS Senior Men's Golf League This is a league for men ages 55 and older. Matches will be played at Pumpkin Vine Golf Course on Thursdays at 8 am. Registration is $20 to join and participants will pay cart and green fees each week.

League play begins April 28th. Sign ups will be held at Pumpkin Vine on April 7th at 9 am.

Flag Football This is a CO-ED recreational league.

Games are played on Thursday nights at Miller Park. Cost is $45/player. This includes a team shirt. Season will begin on September 1, 2022. Registration deadline is August 5th.

Run/Walk Club Join this group of runners and walkers to run and walk designated parts of the bike trail as a group. They will meet 2 days a week. Spring season begins April 4th and Fall season begins September 12. Registration is $35.

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YOUTH SPORTS ks & ral r a ve rP e e s t rs cas e f n f a o th L u n o o i y eat s for r c Re sport

Everyone Plays Soccer This league is an everyone plays recreational activity for youth ages 4 to middle school age. We offer sessions in the spring and the fall. Registration is $45 per player and is done online at www.LancasterParks.com Deadlines for seasons are:

Spring Season 2022 - Registration Deadline is February 28th Fall Season 2022 - Registration Deadline is June 24th

Amy Barrera

Everyone Plays Flag Football This league is an everyone plays recreational activity for youth ages 4 to middle school age. We offer sessions in the spring and the fall. Registration is $45 per player and is done online at www.LancasterParks.com Deadlines for seasons are:

Spring Season 2022 - Registration Deadline is February 21st Fall Season 2022 - Registration Deadline is July 11th

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Barb Smith

TH U O Y !!

E S R T MO POR S

Tackle Football

Est. 1962

The Lancaster Parks & Recreation Tackle Football League has been in the community for 60 years strong!

The league consists of players in 2nd thru 6th grade and we build teams by a draft. We have experienced coaches that are concussion certified and committed to providing a safe and fun environment to learn the game of football.

Cost: $85 Games are played on Saturdays at Miller Park. Season starts in August and ends in October.

Register online by July 11th.

Cheerleading Ages: Pre-K thru 6th Grade

Cost: $45

Registration Deadline: July 11th

Cheerleaders will receive uniform top and pom poms.

Squads will cheer for Tackle Football Teams on Saturdays.

League Sponsor

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Youth Sports Camps Street Jackets Skills & Drills

This program is for youth ages 6-14. This camp will cover stickhandling, passing, shooting, coordination, movement, and game play. Classes will consist of a warm-up followed by skill development drills and game play. Hockey sticks will be provided, but class members may use their own equipment.

Cost is $15 per participant

SUMMER CAMP DATES WILL BE HELD ON FRIDAYS ON BROAD ST. JUNE 3RD, JUNE 10TH, JUNE 17TH, JUNE 24TH, JULY 8TH & JULY 15TH 10 am. AND 11 am.

No Limits Athletics Emphasizes FUN and teamwork, the No Limits Athletics basketball program will provide your son or daughter, regardless of skill level or disability, with a positive experience in learning the FUNdamentals of the sport.

Camp Dates for 2022 are TBD

CHALLENGER SOCCER CAMP

Lancaster Parks & Recreation is proud to partner with Challenger Sports to offer a Summer Soccer Camp. The camp is facilitated by instructors from Challenger Sports at the Main St. Soccer Complex.

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How do I become a coach or sponsor of a youth team? Or both?

Answer: THANK YOU for being willing to be a volunteer coach. We are looking for coaches each season as our leagues continue to grow. While registering your player, you can sign up to be a VOLUNTEER coach for soccer, flag football, or cheerleading. (Tackle football is different).

Just click on: I will coach my child. If we have a need for new coaches, we will reach out to you and start the process. All volunteer coaches complete a background check and concussion training.

Want to be a team sponsor? GREAT! We will get you a sponsor form to fill out and return with the sponsor payment so we can put your business name on the back of each player's jersey. We rely on sponsors like you, to help with the ever growing cost of equipment and uniforms, so we can keep the cost affordable for our community. PLEASE EMAIL: jshamblin@ci.lancaster.oh.us for your sponsor form.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS 2022 JANUARY

Chris Ross

3 Shelter house reservations open for 2022 6 Adult Cornhole League Registration deadline Season begins January 20th

17 Martin Luther King Day – All park location offices closed

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Winter Hike at Alley Park – 2pm Meet in the front parking lot of Alley Park. The hike is moderate pace involving 2+ miles and uneven terrain. An outdoor educator will lead the hike as you explore the winter wonderland of the park.

Spring session online registration begins for Preschoolers in the Park & Homeschool

21 Presidents’ Day – All park location offices closed 21 Spring Flag Football registration deadline Season begins April 2nd 26 Bridal Show Open House at Alley Park

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Adult League Kickball registration deadline Season begins April 21st

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Flag Football picture day

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Open Nature Center begins at Alley Park (Sundays 1-4pm) April 3 – October 16

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Spring soccer picture day

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FEBRUARY

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APRIL

Seeds of Change Earth Day/Arbor Day event at Rising Park

MAY

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10-2 pm

Women & Power Tools Class – 9am-12pm

Photo Scavenger Hunt at Alley Park 1:00 – 4:00 pm FREE EVENT Bring along a cell phone or camera to take pictures of the things on your scavenger hunt list. Prizes! Meet in the lower level of the Nature Center.

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Rising Park Day 10-2 pm

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Adult Softball registration deadline season begins June 16

Season begins April 11th

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Summer camps at Alley Park online registration begins Maple Tapping Festival at Alley Park, 8-11am Pancake Breakfast - $ 5 per plate Includes maple tapping history display at our log cabin, (Demonstrations in our sugar shack, local maple syrup and maple flavored kettle corn for sale).

Adult Soccer Registration Deadline Season begins April 3

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Spring Flower Hike at Alley Park – 2pm Meet in the front parking lot of Alley Park. The hike is moderate pace involving 2+ miles and uneven terrain. An outdoor educator will lead the hike as you discover the spring flowers along the trails of the park.

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Tiki Pool Opens

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Memorial Day – All park location offices closed

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JUNE

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Camp Alleymanji at Alley Park Ages 6-11 – See page 11 for more information

Miller Pool opens

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Camp Alleymanji at Alley Park Ages 6-11 – See page 11 for more information

Archery Camp at Alley Park (Morning) Ages 8-15 – See page 11 for more information

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Challenger Sports Soccer Camp at the Main St. Soccer Complex. Registration required

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Archery Camps at Alley Park Registration deadline

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Summer Tennis Camp registration deadline

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Fishing Derby at Alley Park (ages 4-16) – 9-11am Registration required Park, After Dark family event at Alley Park – 7-9pm Registration required for an evening of fun for all ages. Enjoy a hike in the woods, time with the nature center animals, and enjoy smores over the campfire.

Archery Camp at Alley Park (Evening) Ages 8-15 – See page 11 for more information

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Miller Pool – “Summer Nights” Dive In Movie 7-11 pm

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Lancaster Festival 51st Annual Fairfield County Tennis Tournament Rising Park

Survivor Camp at Alley Park registration deadline Miller Pool – “Summer Night Series” Teen Night!

Ages 12-17 FREE Event 7-10 pm “Everyone Plays Soccer” Fall registration deadline Season begins August 22

AUGUST

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Flag Football (Adult Co-Ed) Registration deadline – Season begins Sept 1

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Star Gazing at Alley Park 8:30 pm Held in the field across from the entrance to Alley Park. Telescopes will be available to view the moon that evening. Bring along your own telescope if you have one.

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Miller Pool closes for season

July 1 Survivor Camp at Alley Park Ages 12-14 – See page 11 for more information

JULY

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Miller Pool- “Summer Night Series” Adult Night ages 18+ DJ, Karaoke & Prizes

Summer Tennis Camp Dates: June 13-July 1st. Held M,W,F

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Independence Day Holiday – All park location offices closed

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Fall sessions for Preschoolers in the Park online registration begins

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Camp Alleymanji at Alley Park Ages 6-9 See page 11 for more information

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Youth Football/Cheer & Fall Youth Flag Football registration deadline

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Tiki Pool –Dive In Movie – Hotel Transylvania 7-11 p.m.

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Tiki Pool closes for season Pancake Breakfast at County Fairgrounds for Antique Tractor Show 8-11 am Come support Lancaster Parks and Recreation as they serve up pancakes in the dining hall at the Fairgrounds. Cost: $5.00 per plate Fall Soccer Picture Day Downtown Cornhole Tournament – Located on Broad St. Registration required

NOVEMBER

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Fall Hike at Alley Park – 2pm Meet in the front parking lot of Alley Park. The hike is moderate pace involving 2+ miles and uneven terrain. An outdoor educator will lead the hike as you explore autumn changes in the park.

Veterans Day – All park location offices closed Thanksgiving Holiday – All park location offices closed

SEPTEMBER

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Registration deadline for Run-Walk Club Season begins Sept 12th

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Labor Day – All park location offices closed

16-17

Covered Bridge Festival at Alley Park http://www.visitfairfieldcounty.org/

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Frontier Spirit at Alley Park https://frontierspirit.org/

Lancy Douglas DECEMBER

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Winter Lights Hike at Alley Park 6-8 pm Bundle up for one last look at all the Christmas lights at Alley Park. Take a self -guided hike through the hoops around Lake Loretta after dark. Enjoy a cup of hot chocolate and a peek at the tree inside the nature center before heading home.

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Christmas Holiday – All park location offices closed

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Glass-Town Countdown - New Year's Eve event downtown on Zane Square.

OCTOBER

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Star Gazing at Alley Park 8:30 pm Held in the field across from the entrance to Alley Park. Telescopes will be available to view Jupiter, Saturn, and Neptune that evening. Bring along your own telescope if you have one.

Days of Knights at Alley Park https://thedaysofknights.com/

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Columbus Day – All Park Location Offices Closed

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Pumpkin Hike at Alley Park – Park closed until 5pm that day No pets permitted during this event 8-11am – Carving in the barn 5-7:30pm – Concessions open in back parking lot 6-8:30pm - Trail of pumpkins open

Santa in the Park at Alley Park 6-8pm

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