Late Fall, Winter & Spring Caribou Community Program Booklet October 2016-June 2017
Basketball Cheerleading Ski Daddle Ski 4 Life Take It Outside Adult Series
Youth Track & Field Program Spring Training Baseball Pitch, Hit & Run Competition MRPA Hotshots Competition May Birding
Caribou Parks & Recreation Department 55 Bennett Drive Caribou, ME 04736 Phone (207) 493-4224 Fax (207) 493-4225 Web Address: www.caribourec.org
CARIBOU PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT 55 BENNETT DRIVE CARIBOU, MAINE 04736 (207) 493-4224 (207) 493-4225 FAX Web Address: www.caribourec.org PARKS & RECREATION STAFF Gary Marquis, Superintendent of Parks & Recreation Kenneth Lloyd, Director of Parks & Maintenance Matt Bouchard, Director of Recreation Neal Sleeper, Program Director
Lynn Jack-Merritt, Office Manager Nate Germain, Maintenance Assistant Michael Thompson, Maintenance Assistant
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION Mark Shea, Chairperson Jane Mavor-Small Andy Scott, Vice-Chair Sue White Troy Barnes
Late Fall/ Winter/Spring Programs Registration Night Thursday, October 13, 6-8 pm At Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center FACILITY HOURS MAIN OFFICE Hours Monday through Friday WALKING HOURS May 1-Sept. 30, 2016 8 am—6 pm May 1-Sept 30 , 2016 M-F 6 am – 6 pm Oct. 1- April 30, 2017 8 am—9 pm Oct. 1-April 30, 2017 M-F 6 am – 9 pm GAME ROOM (Aug 20 –April 30, 2016) Sat. 12-4 pm Monday through Friday 3 pm - 6 pm Saturday (Oct. 1-April 30) 12 - 4 pm Game room open after 6 pm by reservation only. All other times 3-6 pm (Closed during summer vacation) The Caribou Parks and Recreation Commission and staff are dedicated to serving the entire community through the development and presentation of recreational programs and facilities targeting all age levels with common goal of health improvement and life enrichment. Your cooperation with these policies will help us achieve our mission.
POLICY Children under 9 years of age must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times unless they are involved in a directly supervised program. (Guardian must be 18 years of age or older) Only children in grades 7 and up are allowed in the facility after 6 pm unless accompanied by an adult/guardian. (Guardian must be 18 years of age or older.) Locker rooms are available to program participants only between the hours of 3-6 pm unless otherwise noted. Children under 9 years of age must be accompanied by a parent/guardian to utilize the elevated walking track.
Fees for Organized Programs Resident Fees $10 per child per program or $50 per child per year Non-Resident Fees $25 per child per program or $125 per child per year NOTES:  These fees do not include fees for uniforms and equipment. Consult program information for additional charges.  Refund policy is strictly enforced so please consult program material prior to registration.
Notice of Payment Policy Program Registrations The Caribou Parks and Recreation Department is pleased to provide a variety of programming for all ages. In an effort to insure the quality of the programs and insure good service it is imperative that we have clear policies regarding registration payments. Hopefully the guidelines below will provide you with a clear understanding of policies when registering. 1. All programs will have a minimum number of registrants required. If that number is not fulfilled by the deadline, the program or trip will be cancelled. 2. All registrations must be accompanied by payments in full. No exceptions. 3. No registrations will be accepted over the phone, excepting resident registrants that have paid the annual per child fee where applicable. Non-residents who have paid an annual fee per child may call in to register where applicable however, they will be placed on a waiting list until the starting date of the program. If, the day prior to the start of the program, there are openings, non-resident annual pass participants may be moved into the program and will have priority over per program paying non-residents. 4. Non-residents paying the annual per child fee cannot register on residents only registration day. 5. If the program which entails a trip has to be cancelled due to lack of registrations, anyone having paid will be refunded in full. 6. Regarding trips, all deadlines will be schedule a minimum of two (2) weeks in advance of the actual program. 7. If, by the deadline there is the required minimum number of registrations, the registration period will remain open, however no registrations will be accepted over the phone after the deadline period. Persons wishing to register must come into the Wellness and Recreation Center to register and pay in full for the program. 8. ABSOLUTELY NO REFUNDS WITHOUT A 48 HOUR NOTICE. There will be a 50% penalty on any request for refund after the two-week deadline up to 48 hours prior to the program start.
PROGRAM ASSISTANCE FUND Scholarships The Caribou Parks and Recreation Department has developed a Program Assistance Fund that will be available for those people meeting eligibility criteria. Specifically, any Caribou family eligible for free lunch within the RSU 39 guidelines may complete an application form. If eligible, the family may receive up to $20 per child, per year towards the program registration of their choice. In the event the children are new to the community or are homeschooled, income guideline forms and applications are available at the Caribou Parks and Recreation office.
CARIBOU WELLNESS & RECREATION CENTER The Caribou Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide array of programming to accommodate the recreational needs of the greater Caribou community. The Wellness and Recreation Center was designed to afford versatility and a wide range of both organized and unorganized activities. The facility offers one large room that can be divided into three small units to accommodate meetings or low impact activities; a game room, a gymnasium with full size basketball court that can be divided with a curtain into two smaller court areas, as well as bleacher seating for over 500, and an elevated two lane walking track. There is also a two lane walking area on the main gym floor. Programming options include programs for residents of all ages. Regular youth programming includes, but is not limited to, basketball, baseball, softball, tennis, running, swimming lessons, and adventure programming designed for teens. Adult programs include sports programming and wellness based activities offered both by Parks and Recreation
staff and staffing from outside entities. A full schedule of available programming can be viewed at the department’s website a www.caribourec.org, or join us on Facebook. The department also publishes seasonal program booklets that are available at the main office at 55 Bennett Drive. The Caribou Parks and Recreation Department is always looking for new programming ideas from area residents and welcomes public input on the subject. In addition to active and supervised programming, the Parks and Recreation Department offers a number of park facilities for public use including Teague Park, Collins Pond Park, Lyndon Park, Soucie Memorial Sports Complex, 10miles of ski trails groomed and maintained for both classic and skate skiing as well as snow shoeing, approximately 100 miles of the 2200 miles of snowmobile trail that cover Aroostook County and approximately 80 miles of multiuse recreational trail and all-terrain vehicle trail. These trails are maintained with the assistance of the Caribou Snowmobile Club and Caribou ATV Club. For persons wishing to strengthen recreational opportunities in Caribou through philanthropy there are two options. The Caribou Parks and Recreation Department can accept tax deductible donations for programming or facilities or donors can receive information on the Caribou Parks and Recreation Foundation, a private non-profit 501(c)3 organization. For information on either option please contact the Parks and Recreation office at 493-4224.
PROGRAMMING This winter the Caribou Parks and Recreation Department is once again happy to offer the full complement of programs that Caribou residents have been accustomed to for over three decades. Please note that pre-registration is required for most programs; and registration fees are due upon registration. People who have paid the yearly membership fees may register by phone provided that there are no additional fees associated with the programs they are registering for. ATTENTION: There are no regularly scheduled programs during school vacation, holidays, nor on early release days. (NEW Early Release Day Activities) In the event of inclement weather, cancellations will be announced at the local schools. Check the local newspaper for updates and special event information.
A WORD ABOUT PROGRAMMING The Caribou Parks and Recreation Commission and staff understand that the quality of our staff and volunteers will be playing a vital role in each child’s participation in our programs, whether organized or unorganized. The time of staff and volunteers represents what the Search Institute defines as an external development asset. These assets are the positive experiences young people receive from the world around them. To be effective youth coaches and mentors as well as moms and dads that are spectators, what is needed is an understanding of what actions and behaviors breed success, willingness and ideas to apply that knowledge, and most importantly, a desire to see young people grow up happy, healthy and confident. The Caribou Parks and Recreation Department works diligently to insure that all staff and volunteers never lose sight of this concept. To insure success, Park and Recreation officials support the most recent studies and trends program developed at the University of Maine at Orono. For many parents and volunteers, competition and winning are the ultimate goals. Unfortunately, studies have shown that kids have a different philosophy. According to youngsters —– winning is not the primary focus in youth sports. Park and Recreation officials believe that attempting to win and achieving to the highest possible level are what sports are all about but also uphold the philosophy that it is how we go about competing that is the important factor. Kids have defined having fun, participating and improving skills as the most important parts of youth sports... not winning. As outlined in Sports Done Right, defining success only as winning is inappropriate for youth sports. Success in team and individual sports is more a matter of striving for continuous improvements on the way to becoming the best one can be as an individual athlete, a team member and a person. Building a definition of success on strengthened character and moral development, on valuing everyone’s contribution to the team, on developing a work ethic that will serve for a lifetime—these are the more important elements of a successful sports experience. Winning and losing are part of the competitions in which we engage, but they are by no means the most important outcomes when sports are done right. We hope that as volunteers and spectators, you will support this philosophy and help us insure that kids grow and have fun. We are after all raising adults and the future leaders of our community. If you would like to find out more about youth sports or development assets log on to www.sportsdonerightmaine.org or www.searchinstitute.org.
Basketball This winter, marks the 48th year of pee wee basketball at the Caribou Parks and Recreation Department. The programs are designed to introduce fundamentals of the game to boys and girls in grades 1-6. The programs meet conveniently after school at the Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center. Most students can be transported to the program via the Caribou School bus program after school providing they bring a note to their respective schools indicating they will be participating in a specific parks and recreation program.
--------------------------------------------------------BASKETBALL Grade 1-2 SESSION 1: October 19 - November 16, 2016 SESSION 2: November 28 —December 21, 2016 FEE: $10 residents Monday & Wednesday 3-4:30 pm $25 non-residents A taste of basketball with FUN-damentals and modified games. Please note there are two sessions being offered. A child can only register for one session and must be placed on a waiting list for the second session. Pre-registration is required. Please provide a snack for your child.
--------------------------------------------------------BASKETBALL Grades 3-4 November 3 —December 22, 2016 FEE: $10 residents Tues., Thurs. & Fridays 3-4:30 pm $25 non-residents This program is open to boys and girls in grades 3 & 4 and combines skill development and games. Once games start, your child will play from either 3-4 pm or 4-5 pm. Pre-registration is required.
--------------------------------------------------------BOYS BASKETBALL Grades 5-6 January 3—March 9, 2017 FEE: $10 residents Tuesday, Thursday & some Fridays 3-5 pm $25 non-residents This program is open to boys in grades 5 & 6. The first sessions all participants will be combined however teams will be established and most teams will play twice per week during the same time frame. Pre-registration is required.
--------------------------------------------------------GIRLS BASKETBALL Grades 4-6 January 4—March 8, 2017 FEE: $10 residents Mondays & Wednesdays & some Fridays 3-5 pm $25 non-residents This program is open to girls in grades 4-6. The program will start with skill development sessions then move on to schedule games during the same time period. Pre-registration is required.
--------------------------------------------------------TRAVELING TEAM Travel teams are developed for boys and girls in grades 5 & 6. Over the course of the season we will have games with other communities. Game days and times are contingent upon scheduling with other communities.
--------------------------------------------------------CHEERLEADING Grades 4-6 November 8, 2016— March TBA FEE: $10 residents Tuesdays & Thursdays 3-4:30 pm $25 non-residents This program is designed to introduce participants to the basic skills of cheerleading including jumps, tumbling, stunts, and a long list of cheers. Participants will cheer at travel team games throughout February and March. Pre-registration is required.
SKI-DADDLE Grades 3-5 January 10 – March 7, 2017 * January 10 – February 2 meets at Teague Park Shack February 7 - March 7 meets at Teague Park School FEE: $10 residents Tuesdays & Thursdays 3-4:30 pm $25 non-residents The Ski-Daddle program is designed for all ability levels. Lessons will be held at Teague Park and will include an introduction to equipment and techniques including turning, diagonal stride, skating, uphill and downhill techniques and lots of outdoor fun. There will be equipment available however students are welcome to bring their own equipment. Pre-registration is required. *Subject to extension depending on conditions.
--------------------------------------------------------SPRING TRAINING BASEBALL Boys & Girls Ages 9-12 March 21 - April 13, 2017 FEE: $10 residents Tues. & Thurs. 3-4:30 pm $25 non-residents This fundamental instruction clinic is offered to boys and girls ages 9-12. Each session will deal with the mechanics and the breakdown of individual positions on a baseball team. Topics to be covered will include proper warm-ups, stretching, pitching, hitting, infield/outfield play and situational instruction. Pre-registration is required.
--------------------------------------------------------MRPA TRACK & FIELD PROGRAM Ages 7-15 (Age as of Dec 31, 2017) May 1, 2017 - June TBA, 2017 FEE: $20 residents (includes t-shirt) Age 7-10 Mon. & Wed. 3-4:30 pm $35 non-residents (includes t-shirt) Age 11-15 Tues & Thurs 3-4:30 pm This program introduces youths to the basic fundamentals of running, throwing and jumping. Boys and girls participating in the program may be eligible to move onto regional finals. Winners and runner-ups in the regional finals move on to the MRPA State Track & Field Meet. Pre-registration is required. Local meet practice May 24 (rain date May 26) Local meet May 30 (rain date June 1) Regional Qualifiers Meet @ PI June 20 Regional meet Caribou June 27 (rain date June 28)
--------------------------------------------------------LOCAL MRPA HOTSHOT COMPETITION Ages 9-18 (Age as of 3/31/17) TBA MRPA Hotshot program is a basketball skills development program that tests participant’s skill of ball handling and shooting in a one-minute time period from five ‘hotspots’ marked on one half of the basketball court. Preregistration is required. NO FEE
PITCH, HIT & RUN COMPETITION TBA Ages 7-14 (Age as of July 17, 2017) Come participate in the Pitch, Hit and Run Competition hosted by the Caribou Recreation Center. This competition will give you a chance to see how well you can pitch, how far you can hit and how fast you can run. Pre-registration is required. NO FEE
--------------------------------------------------------RSU 39 EARLY RELEASE SPECIAL PROGRAM DAY’S (Pre-registration is required. Min 6 max 13, unless otherwise noted) #1 October 28 Mountain Biking Nordic Heritage Center, Presque Isle The van will depart from the Caribou Wellness Center directly after school and return by 4 pm. Limited number of bikes available on a first come first serve. Helmet required, FEE: $5.00. Grades 5-10 #2 November 21 Mountain Biking Nordic Heritage Center, Presque Isle The van will depart from the Caribou Wellness Center directly after school and return by 4 pm. Limited number of bikes available on a first come first serve. Helmet required, FEE: $5.00. Grades 5-10 #3 January 20 Tubing at Bigrock Mountain in Mars Hill The van will depart from the Caribou Wellness Center directly afterschool and return by 5 pm. All participants will be required to wear hats, gloves, ski pants and warm jackets. FEE: $18.00. Grades 3-8 (must have 13 registered in order for this event to take place at this price.) #4 March 24 Ice Fishing at Madawaska Lake. The van will depart from the Caribou Wellness Center directly afterschool and return by 5 pm. No equipment necessary. All participants will be required to wear hats, gloves, ski pants and warm jackets. FEE: $10.00. Grades 3-8. #5 May 19 Kayak Trip - Aroostook River -Lower Lyndon Street Boat Launch to Forbes Pit. Van will depart from the Caribou Wellness Center directly afterschool and return by 5 pm. No equipment necessary. All participants will be required to wear appropriate clothing to get wet in and still stay dry. Participants must be comfortable around water should they fall in. FEE: $10.00 Grades 5-10.
--------------------------------------------------------PRESKISON Grades 5-8 December 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20 FEE: $30 Pronounced Pre-Ski-Son, this afterschool program is for youths in 5th-8th grade. Space is limited to the first 12 participants with a desire to want to stay active in one of the shortest daylight months of the year. For 6 afternoons afterschool, the Caribou Parks and Recreation Department will adventure to different locations to find activities to keep moving. (Activities range from mountain biking, snowshoeing, X-Country skiing, hiking, mountain climbing and perhaps even ice skating.) Conditions will determine what we’re able to do. Participants will have to dress properly for each outing with ski/rain pants, ski/rain jackets, backpacks, hats, gloves, proper footwear, water bottles, headlamps and snacks. Snowshoes, XC Skis, Ice Skates and a limited number of bikes are available at no charge if participants don’t own what they need. All outings will depart from the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center at 3 pm and return at 6 pm sharp. Pre-registration is required. Minimum of 6 and a maximum of 12 youths.
CHIMNEY POND NORDIC SKI TRIP & MT. KATAHDIN WINTER SUMMIT Grades 5-10 March 1-5, 2017 FEE: $140 This three night four-day trip will adventure into Baxter State Park where youth in 5th -10th grade will get to experience Baxter State Park and Chimney Pond unlike they’ve ever seen it before. Participants in this outing need to have a Nordic or x-country ski background. Trip will depart from the Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center at 5:00 pm, Wednesday, March 1, 2017 and will return to the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center no later than 4 pm, Sunday, March 5, 2017. Participants will spend one night at the Roaring Brook Bunkhouse, and two nights at Chimney Pond which are both heated by woodstove and have a gas light. Participants will have to dress properly for this outing with ski/rain pants, ski/rain jackets, back packs (8 packs available on a first come first serve basis), hats, gloves, proper footwear, water bottles, headlamps and snacks. (a strict gear list will be provided to all, and participants will have to help carry group hear including food) Participants will either need a bag lunch or lunch money for the first day as well as the last day. Price includes lodging, transportation, as well as meals. First day participants will ski 8 miles into Roaring Brook on wax less-cross county skis (provided if necessary), second day participants will ski 3 miles up to Chimney Pond and spend two nights at the Chimney Pond Bunkhouse. Day three participants will summit Mt. Katahdin, weather permitting. The third and final day participants will ski 11 miles back to Togue Pond. Program is open to girls and boys. Pre-registration is required. Dates and itinerary is subject to change based on reservation availably.
--------------------------------------------------------Downhill Skiing Gate Racing Program January 6, 2017 – CHS January 27, 2017 – CHS
Grades 3-8 February 3, 2017 - CHS February 10, 2017 - CHS February 17, 2017 – Bigrock, afterschool to 8 pm
FEE: $40 We are pleased to offer this program to youth that are interested in learning how to ski alpine racing gate courses. Program will teach kids the proper technique for skiing around Slalom and Giant Slalom Courses. Program will take place directly afterschool until 4:30 pm on the Caribou High School Alpine Ski Hill, participants will be transported to the CHS ski building by RSU 39 where they will get geared up. Parents should pick participants up at the CHS Ski Building by 4:30 pm. At the completion of the four nights on the CHS Alpine Ski Hill, participants will go to Bigrock Mountain where they will have the opportunity to ski around gates on a longer steeper course. Participants must have a knowledge of alpine skiing and must be able to perform snowplow stops, hockey stops and be able to control their own speed while descending hills on skis while making turns. All participants will be required to wear helmets and sign a lift waiver. Pre-registration is required. Equipment NOT provided.
--------------------------------------------------------YOUTH SKI RENTAL PROGRAM Thursday, November 17, 2016 from 6-8 pm @ Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center The Northern Skiers Club and the Caribou Parks and Recreation Department have partnered to bring the Youth Ski Rental Program back to Caribou for all Caribou youth. This year seasonal rentals will be available for all Caribou youth and include skis, boots, poles and bag. NOTE: The return date is March 29, 2017. Any equipment returned after this date will be assessed a $20 late fee. Don’t miss this opportunity to have fun in the snow this winter...great birthday or Christmas presents (shhhh...we won’t tell!!) Absolutely NO SKIS will be accepted for returns before the March 29 return night.
SKI 4 LIFE DOWNHILL PROGRAM Grades 6-8 FEE: $80 (includes lift ticket, ski rentals, lesson and transportation.) Participants who own their own season pass and equipment that do not need a lesson will only have to pay $20, this covers transportation costs. The following are the dates for this program. Thursday March 9 Return 8 pm Thursday March 23 Return 8 pm Thursday March 30 Return 9 pm Thursday April 6 Return 9 pm Learn to ski‌. Open to students in grades 6-8. Students will be picked up directly from the middle school at 2:45 pm sharp. Participants will need to bring a bag lunch or money to eat at the mountain.
--------------------------------------------------------CARIBOU COMMUNITY XC SKI AND SNOW SHOE RENTALS Skis are available for youth and adults on a seasonal, weekend or daily basis. Payment is due upon time of rental pick-up-. One form of identification is required. Snow shoe rentals are also available on a daily or weekend basis. XC Ski Rentals Snow Shoe Rentals Daily rentals $10 per package Daily rentals $5 per set Weekend rentals $20 per package Weekend rentals $12 per set Seasonal rentals $60 per package For additional information please contact the Caribou Parks and Recreation Center office at 493-4224.
--------------------------------------------------------ATV SAFETY COURSE April 29, 2017 @ 8 am- 2 pm @ Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center FEE: $5 per person This Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife course covers ATV operation, laws, landowner relations, first aid and other state mandated subjects. The class is open to those 10 years of age and older. Children ages 10-16 must be accompanied by an adult. Upon completion participants receive certification. Bring a bag lunch. Pre-registration is required. For additional information please contact the Caribou Parks & Recreation Department at 493-4224.
--------------------------------------------------------Babysitters Training Course May 6, 2017 @ 9 am-3 pm Ages 11-15 FEE: $35 The purpose of this course is to provide youth who are planning to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for children and infants. This training will help participants to develop leadership skills, learn how to develop a babysitting business, keep themselves and others safe and help children behave, and learn about basic child care and basic first aid. This course is being held at the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center. This course is partially underwritten by Healthy You. Pre-registration is required. Bring a bag lunch. Min 6 max 2
Special Events FALL FUN FESTIVAL October 31, 2016 - 6-8 pm Fun and games for youths Pre K through grade 6. This event will be held at the Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center. There will be a costume judging, games and prizes. Sponsored by VFW and VFW Auxiliary.
HOLIDAY WORKSHOP Friday, December 2, 2016—6-8 pm Come visit with Santa and enjoy a fun filled evening of holiday crafts and goodies. No pre-registration required. Sponsored by the Caribou Area Chamber of Commerce.
GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING Friday, December 2, 2016 - 6-8 pm @ Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center Youths are invited to join us for a fun filled evening of gingerbread house decorating. This event is sponsored by Farms Bakery and Sleepers Grocery. For additional information or to register please contact the Caribou Parks and Recreation Department at 493-4224. Preregistration is required.
FATHER-DAUGHTER SWEETHEART DANCE Friday, February 10, 2017 - 7-9 pm An annual favorite this year’s event will be held at the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center. Admission is $5 per couple. Photos by Duane will also be available for a fee.
42nd ANNUAL HENRY ANDERSON MEMORIAL SKI DAG Sunday, February 26, 2017
9 am 10 am
Open to all ages Registration at the Caribou Country Club Race starts
HIGH SCHOOL AGE INDOOR SOCCER TOURNAMENT FUNDRAISER TBA FEE: $75 per team. Caribou will host a high school aged indoor soccer tournament for both girls and boys. Team tournament champion t-shirts will be given to the winning boys and girls teams. For more information, please call 207 493-4224.
MOTHER-SON DANCE Friday, May 5, 2017 - 7-9 pm at Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center Gym. Admission is $5 per couple. Photos by Duane are available for a fee.
TREK ACROSS CARIBOU Saturday, May 27, 2017 This year marks the 24 year that we have partnered with Caribou Rotary Club & the Caribou School Department. To date this program has given away 3100 helmets. Though helmets have been given away since 1993, the trek itself has been since 2000. The Trek Across Caribou now focuses on 3rd. graders, however it is open to the entire community to participate in. All participants are required to wear helmets and have complimentary pre-ride inspections prior to the trek starting that day. Sorry no training wheels are allowed; however, bicycle trailers are! Check in will be at 9 am at Hilltop Elementary School and the Trek itself will start promptly at 10 am. There is no fee to participate and all participants will receive ice cream at the completion of the Trek Across Caribou at the Teague Park.
KIDS PLAYGROUP Wednesdays 9:30-11:30 am The Caribou Parks and Recreation Department will provide gym space for parents and toddlers. This is a self-guided program. Participants can bring toys. Please no black rubber wheeled toys. NOTICE: Check posted schedules for activities that may result in the cancellation of this open time.
207-493-4224 sleeper@cariboumain.org
Take It Outside Adult Series
Outings to help adults “spring” into shape…
March - April 2017
March 28
Sabian Cymbals & Mactaquac Dam. Back by popular demand! We are pleased to reoffer this popular tour to Sabian Cymbals in Meductic, New Brunswick. You will be dazzled by this unprecedented tour of their manufacturing facility as they walk us through inch by inch of the cymbal manufacturing process. Both Sabian and Mactaquac both require participants to wear closed toe shoes. Upon touring the Sabian Manufacturing facility, we will break for lunch, included with fee, then travel to Tinker Dam on the St. John River for a tour of this massive hydroelectric project. Trip will depart from the Caribou Wellness Center at 8 am and return by 5 pm. Fee $40.00.
April 4
Who doesn’t love the sweet smells of maple syrup as it’s being evaporated off during the process of making maple syrup. Warm days and cools night are the perfect ingredient for making that delicacy that we love to pour over pancakes, waffles and french toast. Maple syrup production has come a long way from the days of horses crisscrossing the maple syrup trees and “syrupers” pouring the maple sap into a large collection devise. Travel with us and learn about the new techniques being used to collect sap and turning into syrup. Though Aroostook County is not nearly as famous as Vermont is in the production of syrup, we can lay claim to several significant syrup producers’ right in our backyards. Trip will depart from the Caribou Wellness and recreation Center at 9:00 am and return by 4:00 pm. Trip will include a visit to two maple syrup producers with a sit down lunch in between. FEE: $40.00 which includes transportation and sit down lunch.
April 5-11
Our Nation’s Capital Tour – Washington, DC. The Nation’s Capital will be our destination! What better time to visit the Nation’s Capital than during the Cherry Blossom Festival! The Caribou Parks and Recreation Department is joining with Cyr Bus Tours to travel to Washington DC. Trip will depart from the Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center, Wednesday, April 5, travel to Bangor, Maine and spend the night. Thursday morning, we will depart with Cyr Bus Tours and travel to Cherry Hill, New Jersey and spend the night at the Crowne Plaza Hotel. Friday we will travel to Washington and visit Mount Vernon where we will have a guided tour. That night we stay at the Hilton Hotel in McLean, Virginia. On Saturday we travel back to Washington, D.C. to enjoy the Cherry Blossom Parade from reserved seats. That afternoon we will visit the Smithsonian Museum. Sunday’ tours will bring us the Arlington National Cemetery, Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, changing of the guard and much more. Monday we will tour the Capital Visitor Center, Library of Congress and more. Tuesday we will return to Caribou. FMI on this exciting opportunity, please call Neal Sleeper. Several different pricing plans are available starting at $1325. Registration deadline is January 13, 2017. Minimum of 12 people required.
April 12
Ever given much thought to how animals survive our long winters? Today will focus on this topic. Join us as we travel with Wildlife Biologist Amanda DeMusz from the Maine Department of Inland Fisheries and Wildlife to some area deer yards. Participants will learn what it takes to manage such a delicate species. The afternoon we’ll visit an area greenhouse and invigorate our souls for the warm weather ahead and learn the tips and tricks from the pros about what it takes to get the upper hand advantage over our neighbor’s flowers and garden for the summer. Participants will be able to get their hands dirty by designing and planting their own outdoor flower pot. Later in the spring when the threat of frost has past, participants will be able to go back on their own and pick up their flower pot. Trip will depart from the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center at 8:00 am and return by 4:00 pm. FEE: $35.00 which includes a sit down lunch, outdoor planter and transportation.
April 24-27
BASEBALL FEVER! This two-night trip will take us to Portland, Maine. We will take in two baseball game, one at Hadlock Stadium in Portland, Maine as we watch the Sea Dogs, and the other at Fenway Park as we watch the Red Sox. Upon release of the 2017 schedule we will firm up dates, but outing will occur during the week of April 24. Price will be determined upon securing tickets. Price will include transportation, lodging, and tickets for games. FMI on this excellent opportunity, stay tuned, and contact Neal Sleeper.
May is Healthy You Caribou May 2
7 – 9 pm Owl Prowl and Night Sounds with audio enhancement equipment at a mature forest in the vicinity of Caribou with Bill Sheehan. Please meet the Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center by 6:45 pm, transportation is provided by the Caribou Parks and Recreation Departments 15 passenger van on a first come first serve basis, van will leave sharply at 7 pm. Headlamps and flashlights are strongly recommended. There will be some walking over relatively flat land that may have some puddles and mud.
May 10
7 – 8 am
Bird watching at Collins Pond with Bill Sheehan. Please meet at the Collins Pond covered picnic table shelter on lower Roberts Street promptly at 7 am. Be prepared to do some light walking and warbler exploration around the perimeter of the pond.
May 13
7-11 am Perham Bog/Salmon Brook Lake Birding Hike, meet at Perham Town Office for a 3-mile roundtrip excursion along the railroad trail and boardwalk in this interesting ecological reserve. Birders should bring proper clothing, snacks and water for this “rain or shine” event. FMI, contact Bill Sheehan 227-7301 or Aroostook Birders website. This is an Aroostook Birders Fieldtrip.
May 17
7 – 8 am
Bird watching at Caribou Bog on Aroostook Valley Rail Trail with Bill Sheehan. Please meet at the Aroostook Valley Rail Trail Crossing parking lot on the Washburn Road directly before the Carson Road at 7am promptly. There will be a short walk on level ground from the parking lot to the birding area.
9 am-3 pm *PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED, Max. 11, min. 6 required Kayaking Outing, Aroostook River, Caribou, Maine. Kayaking Outing from the Snow Farm on the Grimes Road to Fort Fairfield. Kayaks provided by the Caribou Parks and Recreation Department included with fee. The kayaks are Old Town Loon 138’s and are incredibly stable. Transportation, PFD’s, paddles are included. Trip will depart from the Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center at 9 am and return by 3 pm. $10.00 May 20
May 23
6:30 – 8:15 am Bird watching at the Caribou Utilities District Waste Water Treatment Ponds on the Grimes Road with Bill Sheehan. Due to limited access into this area, participants will be meeting at the Caribou Wellness Center at 6:30 am and departing from the Wellness Center by 6:45 am with the Rec. Department 15 passenger van.
All Events are rain or shine…, please dress appropriately for cold and inclement weather. Birding outings are sponsored by Cary Medical Center, Aroostook Birders, & the Caribou Parks and Recreation Department. No Pre-registration is required. Free bird calls to all participants. All participants will have names placed in a hat. At the completion of birding outings on May 23 a name will be selected from a hat and one lucky person will win a free pair of binoculars. Limited binocular and bird books; availability to participants on a first-come first-serve basis for each of the outings. Outings are open to all age.
For additional information please contact the Caribou Parks & Recreation Department @ 493-4224
CARIBOU PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT 2016 -17 Youth Programs Registration Form Please use this form to help expedite the registration process. Fill out one form per child. Please make checks payable to the Caribou Parks and Recreation Department for all fee base programs. PLEASE PRINT (please use black or blue ink only) Child's name _____________________________________________________________________________________ Date of Birth _______________________________________ Age as of May 1 this year ________________________ Attending what school this fall _______________________________________ Current Grade ________________ Mailing Address __________________________________________________________________________________ Actual Street Address ______________________________________________________________________________ Parent's Name _________________________________________E-Mail _____________________________________ Phone # - Work ________________________ Home ________________________ Cell________________________ Allergies ____________________________________current medications ____________________________________ And/or other medical issues that staff should be aware of: ___________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________________ In the event of an emergency contact: Name ______________________________________________Phone # ______________________________________ EMERGENCY MEDICAL INFORMATION Name of Insurer ___________________________________________ Policy # ________________________________ Policy Holders Name _______________________________________________________________________________ I hereby authorize the CPRD staff to provide emergency treatment of any injury or illness my child may experience including transportation to the closest medical facility. In the event of a medical emergency where local ambulance transport is required I hereby authorize the Caribou Parks and Recreation Department to transport to: _____ Cary Medical Center _____ The Aroostook Medical Center _____ other (Please specify) My son/daughter is participating in the Caribou Parks and Recreation Department’s summer programs which may compete with surrounding communities throughout the summer, in which they will be traveling by bus or van. I also give permission for my son/daughter to travel by van or bus to games/events with other communities. INFORMED CONSENT This authorization is granted only if reasonable effort has been made to contact a parent or guardian at the telephone numbers provided above. My child and I are aware that participation in all recreation programs is potentially hazardous and may involve the risk of injury. As a parent, guardian and/or participant, I am aware of these hazards and my ability, or my child's ability to participate. I hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors and administrators waive and release all rights and claims against the City of Caribou, Caribou Parks and Recreation Department, it's officers, supervisors, employees, agents and volunteers, from all losses, injury, damages, fees and other expenses arising out of, or in connection with, participation in this activity. I understand this informed consent clause and agree to its conditions on behalf of my child. PHOTO/MEDIA RELEASE I DO ___ DO NOT ___ grant Caribou Parks and Recreation Department, the right to use, reproduce, assign and/or distribute photographs, films, video tapes and sound recordings of my child to use in materials they may create. Signature of parent or guardian ____________________________________________ Date ____________________ T-SHIRT SIZE (For applicable programs only) Please X Size needed Please move on to reverse side. _____YS
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Please review the following program list and check all that applies for this child. Please make checks payable to Caribou Parks & Recreation Department. Make sure to check sessions where required. Please Check Programs Desired
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Gr 1-2 Basketball – Session 1 Gr 1-2 Basketball - Session 2 Gr 3-4 Basketball Gr 5-6 Boys Basketball Gr 4-6 Girls Basketball Gr 4-6 Cheerleading RSU Early Release #1 - Oct 28 RSU Early Release #2 - Nov 21 RSU Early Release #3 - Jan 20 RSU Early Release #4 - March 24 RSU Early Release #5 - May 19 Hot Shots – Ages 9-18
Make Checks payable to:
Spring Baseball – Ages 9-12 Track & Field & T-shirt – Ages 7-15 Pitch, Hit & Run – Ages 7-14 Pre Ski Son – Gr 5-8 Chimney Pond – Gr 5-10 Downhill Skiing Gate Racing– Gr 3-8 Ski 4 Life – Gr 6-8 Ski 4 Life (has pass/skis/no lesson) Ski-Daddle – Gr 3-5 ATV Safety - Ages 10 & over Babysitters Course - Ages 11-15 Gingerbread House Decorating
$10 $10 $10 $10 $10 $10 $5 $5 $18 $10 $10 N/A
$10 $20 N/A $30 $140 $40 $80 $20 $10 $5 $35 N/A
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$10 Track & Field T-shirt fee
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$80 Ski 4 Life or ($20)
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$80 Ski 4 Life or ($20)
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$30 Pre Ski Son
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$30 Pre Ski Son
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$140 Chimney Pond Ski Trip
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$140 Chimney Pond Ski Trip
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$40 Skiing Gate Racing
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$40 Skiing Gate Racing
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$35 Babysitter Course
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$35 Babysitter Course
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$5 ATV Safety Course
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$5 ATV Safety Course
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Early Release Day Trips
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Early Release Day Trips
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Adult Activities WALKING Area adults are welcome to walk at the Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center. Walking hours are as follows: May 2-Sept. 30, 2016 Monday through Friday, 6 am–6 pm; October 1, 2016-April 30, 2017 Monday through Friday 6 am—9 pm and Saturday 12-4 pm HIGH IMPACT AEROBICS Classes meet Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-7 pm and Saturdays from 8-9 am at the Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center. FEES: $5 per class; 10 classes/$30; 20 classes/$50. ADULT FITNESS CLASS meets Mondays and Fridays from 9:30-10:30 am at the Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center. This class is designed for middle aged and senior adults looking to improve or maintain their fitness level while being part of a friendly and social group of people. ZUMBA CLASS Zumba exercise classes meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 pm and Saturdays from 8-9 am FEES: $5 per classes the 1st class is free. DEE FITNESS EXERCISE CLASS Offer fitness classes for all fitness levels, from beginner to advanced. Classes being offered: Tabata, Boot Camp, Body Weight and Ball & Tone. Dee can be reached on her Facebook Page – Dee Fitness. Wednesdays, 6-7 pm Starting September 7 at Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center. FEES: $5 per class the 1st class is free. MEN’S 30 & OVER HOOP meets Tuesdays, from 7-9 pm from October 11, 2016 through April 11, 2017. This program is designed for gentlemen 30 years of age and over and meets at the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center gym. Half court only. Call Matt for more information at (207) 493-4224. MEN’S BASKETBALL meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 6-9 pm from October 17, 2016 through April 2017. Men's basketball is designed for men ages 18 & over, and meets at the Caribou Wellness & Recreation Center gym. Anyone interested in having a team in the league this year must call the recreation center at 493-4224 for more information. SENIOR BINGO Senior bingo meets on Fridays from 11 am-2:30 pm at the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center. The fee is $1 per month; plus, brings an item for prize table. ADULT CRIBBAGE Adult cribbage meets Tuesday and Thursdays from 9-11:30 am at the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center. The fee is $1.50 per day. COUNTRY CLUB SKI TRAILS / SNOWSHOE TRAILS The Caribou Parks & Recreation Department maintains 10-miles of groomed Nordic ski trails with both set track and a skating lane, at the Caribou Ski Trails located off Rt 161 approx. 3 miles north of Caribou at the Caribou Country Club. Please respect set track on ski trails and avoid whenever possible. Donations accepted for trail maintenance. CARIBOU HIGH SCHOOL SKI / SNOWSHOE TRAIL FACILITY Lighted 5km trail with snow making right in town. Lodge is available for warming up and waxing. Donations to Northern Skiers Ski Club encouraged. TEAGUE PARK SKI / SNOWSHOE TRAILS Maintained ski/snowshoe area with manmade hill. Trails include beginners loop on the infield baseball area. And a larger ski loop in the gazebo field area. There is no fee for this area, pets are welcome. SNOWMOBILE TRAILS In the winter Aroostook Valley Trail and the Bangor and Aroostook trail become part of Maine’s 10,000-mile network of groomed snowmobile trails. Snowmobile trail maps are available at local chambers, the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center as well as businesses around The County.