McFUN Activity Guide Spring 2014

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TOWN LAKE AT FIREMAN’S PARK 3 COME & EXPLORE TOWN LAKE AT FIREMAN’S PARK! LOCATED AT 201 N. 1ST STREET McALLEN, TEXAS 78501 PARK & LAKE OPEN DAILY 6:00 A.M. - 11:00 P.M. H2O HUT CONCESSION STAND AND BOAT RENTALS OPEN WEEKENDS SATURDAY & SUNDAY FROM 12:00 - 5:00 P.M.

WATERCRAFT RENTALS

Here’s a unqiue way to entertain guests, kids or friends. Rent a kayak or pedal boat and enjoy the view from Town Lake. Witness a variety of wildlife, fish or just enjoy the scenery. DATE: Saturday & Sunday TIME: 12:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. FEE: $5 per person Persons 36” & under ride FREE! AGE: Youth ages 15 & under must be accompanied by an adult. AVAILABILITY • Kayak - Single & Double riders • Pedal Boat - 4 people maximum; Total passenger weight under 300 lbs. RENTAL POLICIES • All watercraft rentals include life jacket and oar • Life jackets must be worn by passengers at all times • A valid Driver’s License is required for all rentals • Participation waiver must be signed and approved by rental manager for all riders. FISHING GUIDELINES All persons over 17 years of age must have a current Texas Freshwater Fishing License. Fishing is catch and release only. No casting nets or trout lines permitted. BOATING GUIDELINES No motorized boats permitted. Personal canoes and kayaks are allowed. Persons in canoes or kayaks must wear a life jacket at all times. RENTAL INFORMATION Pumphouse and pavilion area are available to rent for birthday parties, family reunions and corporate functions. For more information contact the McAllen Parks and Recreation Administration Office at (956) 681-3333.

FARMERS MARKET Purchase a variety of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables from local growers and farms. Vendors also sell handmade soaps, jams, jellies and more! Sponsored by the Hidalgo County Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Office. For more information contact (956) 383-1026. DATE: Saturdays TIME: 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. PLACE: Fireman’s Park Pavilion 201 N. 1st Street - Near corner of Business 83 & 2nd Street/Col. Rowe Blvd. FEE: Prices vary for products DUTCH OVEN COOKING CLASS Learn a unique and fun way to prepare delicious meals and desserts. See how easy it is to prepare crowd-pleasing meals around the campfire. You’ll even enjoy sampling the menu! DATE: TIME: AGE: FEE:

First Saturday of the Month 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Adults and Seniors $7 per person

January 4 150200.01 February 1 150200.02 March 1 150200.03 Please call McAllen Parks and Recreation at (956) 681-3333 if interested in bringing a group.


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