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A Balanced Approach to Sports How sports, nutrition, and development connect for success. by Jordan Kent
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ore than ever before, there is an emphasis on the childhood obesity and nutrition education for children. Even for myself, educating young minds on the benefits of healthy eating has become one of the top priorities of my summer youth sport camps. Most of this emphasis is on ensuring they receive a balanced diet full of all of the good stuff we’ve seen in the food pyramid– fruits, veggies, grains, nuts, dairy, etc. The message being that variety is the key to eating well. The benefits of a healthy diet are universally prais e d; more energy, healthier body weight, prevention of potential ailments down the road, and an overall healthier development process for our kids. However when it comes to sports, the “variety is key” mantra has been thrown out the window lately. I’ve noticed more than ever before an intention from kids to focus on one particular sport and ignore their opportunities to participate in
others, all for the sake of becoming a professional someday. Now there isn’t anything completely wrong with this belief; sure becoming a professional athlete will take years of concentrated practice and effort in a sport. Doing so at a young age though, I feel robs children of vital developmental opportunities that could actually benefit their overall athletic goals. I am such a firm believer in the value that sports play in a child’s development that I feel they are just as necessary as any type of formal education c h i l d r e n receive while developing. To m a k e sense of the value of sports, it’s necessar y to look beyond the goals and equipment and think outside of the painted lines on the field. It’s very clear that sports provide an opportunity for children to develop a variety of coordination and motor skills that are acquired when learning any sport. Much like a young inspiring pianist must practice repetition and develop coordination and muscle
memory, so does any young aspiring athlete. It is the natural “trial and error” that leads to the breakthrough and skill development associated with sports that will teach children how to control many of the amazing features of their bodies; things like balance, coordination, acceleration, change of direction, and momentum. Similar to any instrument or art utensil, there comes a progression of skill in which the child is learns to harness the capabilities of their most vital asset, their bodies. All of this work they put in benefits their health by increasing their metabolism, burning calories, and developing strong healthy bones and muscles that will benefit them throughout their lives. In my opinion though, there comes an even more important development of character for children when they participate in sports. There are lessons learned
through sports that many children otherwise would not have had the opportunity to experience in the world they live in. The incredible thing about sports is that there are many parallels to life woven into the fabric of their competition. Beginning with one of the more familiar aspects, teamwork will be one of the first lessons children will be introduced to. The goal of any team is to be successful and to put that success ahead of the needs of any individual. This teaches children to be selfless and to sacrifice some of their individual desires for the greater good of their team. In addition, every team is comprised of teammates who must fulfill their role and duty. Throughout life, we all have had to serve in a number of roles that are reflected on any team. Children will have the opportunity to experience being a leader, playing a supporting role, or being designated to one particular task simply by being on a variety of teams throughout their athletic careers. Along with teamwork, kids will have plenty of opportunities to challenge themselves, physically and mentally. I can speak first hand from my experience playing three sports in college and three years in the NFL that athletics will test your resolve, drive, and courage, but in the end will build your character. I remember the countless times I had to line up for another rep, take on another strong opponent, or head into another practice, unsure of how to face the challenge ahead of me. In each and every situation though, I learned to conquer my fear of the challenge and failure, and wound up actually embracing the adversity that stood before me. Being able to face a challenge and overcome it can build confidence and inner strength in children that they can then apply to other obstacles they will face in life. However, not every game ends up in a victory, and I remember plenty of times stepping off the field or court and not having the best performance. Learning how to handle failure was quite possibly
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by Sue LeBreton
Spring-Free Does Not Equal Safe Why Backyard Bouncing is Risky
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ith warm weather comes the pleading in my house for a backyard trampoline. For years, I have used the Canadian Pediatric Society’s position on trampolines as the solid medical reference for my refusal. However, I now see families who had previously banned trampolines cave to the trend, relenting because they believe that the new spring-free trampolines are safer and I wondered if that could be true. Despite the addition of nets and the introduction of spring-free models, the American Academy of Pediatrics and the Canadian Pediatric Society jointly reaffirm their position against backyard trampoline. They consider jumping on a residential trampoline a high-risk activity. Thanks to gravity, what goes up must come down and it is the impact from landing improperly that results in injury. The most commonly reported injury is ankle sprain. Michelle Perkins, an ER nurse with three children who have never bounced on a trampoline, says that because they are still growing children are susceptible to growth plate fractures, the area of growing tissue near the ends of the long bones. In an adult the same impact might only result in a sprain. “I see fractures to the forearm and the lower leg. They end up immobilized in a cast or requiring surgery.
They are affected from a few weeks to two months or more.” Neck and spinal injuries, although less common, can have devastating lifelong consequences. These occur from falling off the trampoline or when somersaults or flips fail. Trampoline injury rates have been declining since 2004 because of decreased sales of trampolines, not due to any improvement in the device. You may have read that safety measures such as limiting jumpers to one at a time and ensuring constant adult supervision enables you to use these devices more safely. Gwenn O’Keefe, MD, FAAP, CEO and Editor-inChief of Pediatrics Now, disagrees. “The injury rate and type of injuries from backyard trampolines simply do not allow for safe use under any circumstances.” If you have a child who loves to bounce or has dreams of going to the Olympics now that Trampolining is an Olympic sport, what can you do? “For people who want their children to have the trampoline experience, seek a gym where trampolines are in-ground and supervised by trained
gymnastics professionals. This won’t completely avoid injuries, as we have seen with the Olympians, but it will significantly reduce them,” says Dr. O’Keefe. What differences will you experience at a facility with trained gymnastic instructors? According to Brett MacAulay, Trampoline and Tumbling Program Director of the Calgary Gymnastics Centre the top three rules at his facility are: (1) control before height (2) one person at a time on a trampoline and (3) learn how to stop before you start. “In our setting we have highly trained coaches who know how to hand spot children as they learn each skill. These coaches also know how to use the safety tools which include: throw mats, overhead belts and foam pits.” In the end it is your choice whether you allow your child to participate in a risky activity. Before you say yes to bouncing on the backyard trampoline assess the risks and ask yourself if you have the knowledge to intervene to prevent an injury or recognize risky behavior. Sue LeBreton is a freelance writer who once worked at a Children’s Hospital where she learned about the risk of trampolines. She does not have a backyard trampoline.
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continued from front cover… one of the most important skills I developed while participating in sports. It took me some time and I was stubborn, but I learned that I cannot be afraid to fail. Through sports, children will learn that the road to success has many failures. In fact, failure will be inevitable. By being able to overcome bad games, losses, injuries or any other setback, children build resolve and learn that failures do not define them. They also realize that in every failure there is a lesson for improvement that can be applied the next time. To come to this realization, it requires accountability and hard work. Children will learn to be accountable for their mistakes on the playing field, and thus the mistakes they will make in life. One of the main ways to overcome these setbacks is to work harder, and when children get the experience of dealing with a failure, learning what they must do to overcome, then working that much harder to rectify the failure, they are experiencing substantial character development. In ord e r to e nj oy t h e f u l l spectrum of character and physical development offered through sports, its vital for children to participate in as many types of sports as possible. My philosophy has been finding three to four sports for children to participate in, with at least one of the sports being a team based, and the other being individual. Each type of sport will command a dif ferent s et of abilities and character traits to engage in. For example, compare football and golf. Football, in my opinion is the ultimate team sport. There are many
members of the same time with the same goal, and each player is placed
into a specific role to help the team win. The plays are designed in a way that everyone on the field is involved and accountable for their success. The sport requires athleticism and total use of your body to excel at your position. It can also be incredibly demanding physically, and will test any athlete’s courage. Along with that, there is the special comradery developed on a team when sharing a similar experience with several of your peers, and when you either suffer setbacks together, or experience the joy of victory
own unique set of challenges and demands that provide an opportunity for growth. In golf, virtually all of the accountability rests on the shoulders of the individual, who
requirements for the sport, but they each pose an equal challenge. There are plenty of other sports that also provide different experiences that will challenge, inspire, and motivate a child. Whatever the sport though, it’s always important to encourage kids to be the best that they can be, and that ultimately may be the best lesson learned from sports. In our lives, there will almost always be someone better than us at something. What makes each individual valuable is the unique set of talents, passion, and character traits they posses. Sports encourage us to develop our given abilities to their very best. For our children, sports are an invaluable
must meticulously master a variety of finely tuned skilled shots in order to be successful. The honing of these skills requires hours of concentrated practice and focus, along with a personal drive. During competition, golfers must have control of their emotions and be able to overcome the inevitable bad shots that occur during a round. In both examples, there are stark differences in the physical
tool to help shape them into the very best people they can be someday.
Being able to face a challenge and overcome it can build confidence and inner strength in children that they can then apply to other obstacles they will face in life. together. Golf on the other hand has its
Jordan Kent was a 2006 graduate of the Lundquist College of Business at the University of Oregon. While in school, he was a three-sport athlete, competing for the Ducks in Football, Basketball, and Track. Along with being a four time all-american in track, he made three allconference academic teams as well. Jordan would go on to be selected in the 2007 NFL draft and have a three year career in the NFL. Jordan is currently a studio host for Comcast Sportsnet Northwest, owns and operates the Jordan Kent Skill Camps. Visit www.jordankentcamps.com for more information.
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Oscar’s invitation to fly over the rainbow
This Wizard Needs a Heart and Some Courage Walt Disney Studios, Rated PG Released on Home Video: June 11, 2013
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ick any moment in the 1939 version of the Wizard of Oz and it’s probably a classic. Remember Dorothy opening her front door to the amazing, Technicolor world of Oz? Remember the Scarecrow, the Tinman, and the Cowardly Lion disguising themselves as soldiers to sneak into the witch’s castle? You can probably hum the song the soldiers sang as they marched. It’s really hard to recreate a classic, so Disney’s solution is to launch the prequel, Oz the Great and Powerful. Unfortunately, this film isn’t great or powerful, and sadly, it lacks charm, inspiration, and whimsicality. Director Sam Raimi is a brilliant filmmaker, but he’s
known for his sinister, brooding, adult-themed films, which is problematic because Oz the Great and Powerful tries to be a children’s movie. We learn how Oscar Diggs, Oz to his friends, works as a carnival magician, and his flirtations with several young women land him in a hot-air balloon to escape a jealous boyfriend. Oscar rides the balloon through a tornado to the mythical Land of Oz where he crashes into a swamp filled with ugly, snapping fairies. Oscar meets Theodora and her sister, Evanora, the witches who have been waiting for the fulfillment of an ancient prophecy. Everyone assumes Oscar is the wizard
foretold by the prophecy, but in order to earn the throne of Oz, he must destroy the magic wand of another witch named Glinda. Eventually, Oscar realizes that Glinda represents good instead of evil, and he’s enlisted to help the citizens of Oz rid themselves of Theodora and Evanora. Oz the Great and Powerful relies on its 3D technology, glitzy digital effects, and a starring cast rather
than character development or an engaging story. Unlike Dorothy, Oscar isn’t likeable and Glinda comes across as syrupy and condescending. Theodora and Evanora ooze evil, but they’re disappointingly plastic and predictable. Owing to several horrific moments, I would recommend caution for younger children viewing this film, and the sexual overtones are inappropriate for children of any age.
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Jack and Helen put the puzzle pieces together
Jack Reacher
A Quarter in a Parking Meter Leads to a Killer Paramount Pictures, Rated: PG-13 Released on Home Video: May 7, 2013
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ince I haven’t read the numerous Lee Child novels, it was easy to jump right into the thrilling action of Jack Reacher without making a comparison between the character in print and the lone vigilante played by Tom Cruise. This fast-paced, action film co-stars Rosamond Pike as a feisty, defense attorney and Robert Duval as a curmudgeonly, retired, gunnery sergeant, who provides the final clue that unravels a complicated murder mystery. It’s not the best action film of the year, as some of the taglines might have you believe, but it’s a solid performance by Cruise, and there enough twists and several very original scenes that keep the narrative tension high. When five average people are gunned down at random by a troubled, former U.S. Army sniper, both the homicide detectives and the District Attorney are baffled when the captured suspect’s only request is: Get Jack Reacher. Amazingly, the elusive Mr. Reacher suddenly appears to lend his covert talents to the sniper’s defense attorney, who discovers there’s more to her client’s story than she expected. Jack Reacher has its fair share of fight scenes, car chases, big guns, and ammunition, but what it also has is a conflicted male hero reminiscent of classic vigilantes Harry Callahan, Martin Riggs, and Jason Bourne. The film drags just a bit in the middle as Helen, the defense lawyer, and Jack, now lead investigator, speculate on the execution of the crime and put the clues together. Of course, the final showdown happens at an abandoned construction site that’s perfect for a long sequence of sniper fire, automatic weapons, and hand-to-hand combat. Jack’s surprising, final act of vengeance shocks Helen, but plays with our notions of justice and accountability. The film ends with a redundant coda about Jack’s motives, but even then, we tend to admire a man who stands up for what he believes. Page 4
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Beaches, Summer and Books, Oh My!! by Jennifer Galvin
Sand, surf, sun, and....books! It’s July, enjoy a trip to the beach or the lake. Or while you are waiting for your own beach adventure, read some of these fabulous beach books together!
Read...
If You Want to See a Whale
Roaring Brook Press, $16.99; ages 3-8 by Julie Fogliano
What will you need if you want to see a whale? Why a window of course! And, many other things as well. For instance, you can’t pay attention to pirate or pelicans, but you should be patient! Soft, whimsical illustrations fill this search for a whale with a boy and his dog—a fabulous adventure!
Taffy Saltwater’s Yummy Summer Day
Random House, $16.99; ages 3-7by Michael Paraskevas
When Taffy Saltwater goes to the beach, Rollo, her beach ball, gets blown away. Join Taffy and her friends as they race to save Rollo, discover an even better beach, and build amazing sand castles. Vivid, colorful illustrations and engaging characters fill this delightful summer beach adventure!
When Mermaids Sleep
Random House, $16.99; ages 3-6 by Ann Bonwill
Stunning, intricate illustrations will transport you right into the world of the mermaid in this mesmerizing book. Visit where the mermaids sleep, where the wizards watch the stars, and where fairies lie on flowers beneath the moon. An absolutely gorgeous book that children will want to say “goodnight” with again and again!
...and play Create an underwater beach scene
Materials: White construction paper, crayons, a paintbrush, blue watercolor paint, and a cup of water. Directions: Draw an underwater scene with your crayons. Paint a light coating of blue watercolor paint over the top. The watercolor won’t stick to the areas where the wax from the crayons are, so the scene will appear as if it is under water.
Make shell crabs
Materials: Shells, white school glue, wiggly eyes, scissors, and felt. Directions: Place the shell on your felt and trace around it. Cut six legs and two pincers out of felt. Glue three legs and two pincers on each side of the piece of felt that is the same size as your shell. Glue the shell onto the felt base. Glue eyes onto the top of the shell.
Make a seashell candle
Where does a penguin go when he needs a vacation? Why to the beach of course. Join penguin for a great beach adventure this summer as he meets a new friend, learns all about the beach, and plays in the sand. Bright, bold illustrations fill this summer friendship story. Children will love hearing about penguin and crab and their vacations!
Materials: a clam or scallop type shell, paraffin, 3-4 peeled color crayons, a clean tin can, and a wick. D i re c t i o n s : P l a c e t h e paraffin and a couple of old crayons in your tin can (The old crayons will color your candle, so choose the color of crayons that you want your candle). An adult should carefully put the wax in the can and then put the can in a pan of boiling water to melt the wax. Use a small bit of wax to anchor the wick into the bottom of the shell. Carefully pour the paraffin into the shell until about 1/4” below the lip of the shell. Let the wax cool and harden. When you want to light your candle, be sure to place your shell on a candle platter or other fire safe surface to burn your candle.
The Green Bath
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Penguin on Vacation
Walker Books for Young Readers, $15.89; ages 3-7 by Salina Yoon
Arthur A. Levine/Scholastic, $16.99; ages 4-8 by Margaret Mahy
When Sammy and the green bath escape out the bathroom window and head for the beach, watch out—an adventure is sure to follow. They find mermaids , race sea serpents and even have a battle with pirates, with soapsuds—of course! Detailed, luminous illustrations fill this amazing bath turned beach adventure story that will have children wishing for a “green bath” of their own!
All I Need
Viking, $17.99; ages 12 and up by Susane Colasanti
How do you know if you’ve found your true love? When Skye meets Seth on the beach, they instantly are attracted to each other. They agree to meet again and exchange contact information, but Seth isn’t able to make it to the meeting. Will this summer beach romance fizzle, or will Skye and Seth find each other again? Find out in this fun to read, summer beach romance that will have you believing in true love all over again! Check us out on-line at www.oregonfamily.com
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Oregon Country Fair. Enjoy world class entertainment, hand-made crafts, delectable foods, educational displays and magical surprises at every turn of the path, at the Oregon Country Fair.July 12th - 14th in Veneta, Oregon.
Story Times and Play Groups Baby Story time (to 12mos) Fridays 10:15 & 11:15am. Wonderful Ones Story time, 10:15 & 11am, Terrific Twos Story time, Tues 10:15 & 11:00, Preschool Story time (ages 3-6), Weds 10:15 & 11:00, Sensory Storytime Eugene library, call for days and locations, Ph 682-8316 Family Story Time, Fri 11:15am Sheldon Branch Library and Fridays at 11:15am at Sheldon Branch Library. Ph 682-8316
MOMS Club - An organization for at-home moms & children. Members based on zip code. http://eugenemomsclub.org/ Westside Indoor Playground – A parent run co-op playground. For at home moms/dads & their children ages 0-5 yrs. Located at 4445 Royal Ave Eugene, OR. www. westsideindoorplayground.webs.com, Ph 541-688-9085
Preschool Story time (ages 3-6) Weds 10:00am, Lapsit Story time (ages 0-3) Weds 10am, Springfield Public Library, Ph 726-3766
Indoor Playground. Monday’s and Thursdays, Join your child for an active morning of indoor play in our gymnasium. We will provide the games and toys; you provide the fun. 2/3-4/28, 9-11am, $2, Ph 736-4544
Weekly Lap sit: Preschool (ages 3-6) and Lap sit (infants & toddlers) story time, Weds 10am, SF Library. Ph 726-3766
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Barnes & Noble weekly story time, Whimsical Weds 6:30pm. Toddler-Time, Weds 10am. Ph 687-0356
On-Going Events SF Library New Readers’ Book Club, age 8 and under, third Tuesday of each month, 4-5pm. Pre-reg. Ph 726-3766
The Science Factory Children’s Museum & Planetarium. In the exhibit hall, “Science Sampler”. Open daily 10-4pm. In the Planetarium, shows vary, Mon-Fri 2pm, Sat/Sun times vary.
Sand Master Jam. The longest running sand boarding competition in the world! It’s time for the annual Sand Master Jam. Sand Master Park, Florence. July 20th, 2pm-4pm, Ph 541-997-6006, FREE!
Springfield Gateway Farmer’s & Artist’s Market. Plenty of parking and the freshest produce of the season grown by local farmers. New LTD covered walkway; Springfield. Tuesday’s 4-8pm, Ph 747-6294, FREE!
Blackberry Jam Festival. The Blackberry Jam Festival is a wholesome community event featuring plenty of great music, unique crafts and delicious food. Events include a car show, fishing derby, quilt show, parade and more! July 26th – 28th, Rolling Rock Interpretive Park, Between Jasper-Lowell Rd and Moss St, Lowell. Ph 866.516.5534
Saturday Market/Farmers Market. The oldest, open-air market in the United States offers great food, local crafts and live entertainment. Every Saturday, Oak & 8th St. Rain or shine. 10am – 5pm, Ph 686-8885, FREE! Public Skate @ The Ice Center. Call for skate times. Ph 682-3615 South Eugene Farmers’ Market. Local produce, free samples, free parking. This event occurs every week on Saturday. Southtowne Shoppes, 9am-3pm, Ph 895-3431, FREE! Veneta’s Downtown Farmers’ Market. Local farmers showcase their goods directly to residents and visitors. Territorial Hwy & W. Broadway, Friday’s 2-6pm, Ph 4637565, FREE!
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FREE admission at the Museum of Natural and Cultural History every Wednesday. Also come enjoy a FREE 45 minute guided tour every Friday at 1:00 and 3:00. Ph 346-1671, FREE! Veneta Saturday Mkt. A great place to find crafts, music, food and plants. Territorial Hwy & W. Broadway, Sat 105pm, Ph 935-2750, FREE! Creswell Farmer’s Market. Every Tuesday year round. Farm fare that ranges from local fruits and vegetables to home grown meats. 4pm - 6pm, 182 South 2nd St. Creswell (Heidi Tunnel’s Bakery) Ph. 541-895-2096 The Corner Market. Dedicated to providing customers with fresh, local produce, this market fills up your basket with seasonal colors. Corner of Thomason & River Rd, noon6pm, Ph 513-4527, FREE! Hideaway Bakery’s Saturday Farmers Market. Featuring local organic produce. Fresh turkey, chicken, duck and goose eggs. Goat cheese, jerky and herbs, fresh pork, and organic coffee. Behind Mazzi’s & Hideaway Bakery. Saturday’s 9am-2pm, Ph 868-1982, FREE! Youth Farm Stand. Buy fresh produce from local teens who work this three-acre organic farm. Proceeds benefit Food for Lane County. Lane County Youth Farm, Sats 10am-2pm, Ph 343-2822, FREE!
OUTLYING AREAS Bohemia Mining Days. July 18th - 21st. Celebrate the discovery of Gold at Bohemia Mining Days. Listen to music, be in a parade, explore living history exhibits, and shop at the many vendor stalls. Downtown Cottage Grove Creswell July 4th Celebration. Holt Park, July 4th, Ph 895-5161 Independence Day Celebration. Old Town Florence, 10am – dusk, July 4th, FREE! 5th Annual Wings & Wheels Aircraft Fly-in & Car Show. The 5th Annual Wings & Wheels features fun for the car and plane enthusiast. Helicopter rides available (weather permitting). July 6th, Florence Municipal Airport, 10am – 3pm, Ph 541-997-2687
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Chili Cook-Off. Chili sampling, live music, crafts and more. Come on out and try some great chili! July 27th, Downtown Cottage Grove, noon – 4pm, Ph 942-2411, FREE! Sand Sculpting Clinic – Dioramas. Come play in the sand box! Sand Master Park is offering our annual free sand sculpting clinic. Learn how to sand sculpt from the pros! Everyone is welcome to attend or participate. Sand Master Park, Florence. July 27th, 10am-6pm, Ph 541-997-6006 Summer Reading for All Ages. Visit any Library location -- Downtown, Sheldon, or Bethel -- to sign up and get a calendar of free events. Each child and teen gets a free book; each adult gets a free book bag (while supplies last) and a coupon for a free coffee or $1 off books at the Friends of the Library book store (anytime this summer). 541-682-8316
HOMETOWN HIGHLIGHTS Oregon Bach Festival. Under the artistic leadership of Helmuth Rilling, the Oregon Bach Festival presents three weeks of choral-orchestral masterworks, guest artists, chamber music, social events, and education programs. Hult Center for the Performing Arts, July 1st – July 14th. Various times, Ph 541-346-5666 Lane County Fair. July 24th – 28th. One of the Northwest’s finest fairs, offering outstanding concerts, thrilling rides and games and exhibits showcasing Lane County’s best. Lane Events Center, Wed – Sat 11am-11pm, Sun 11am8pm, Ph 682-4292
JULY CALENDAR 1 Monday Tween Scene. 9 to 13 year olds are invited to drop by, make a craft, play a game and have a snack. Springfield Library, 3:30-4:30pm, Ph 726-3766, FREE!
2 Tuesday Inside Line: Intro to A Night at the Opera. Christopher Mattaliano, Portland Opera’s General Director, leads a pre-concert discussion on the operatic masterpieces of Verdi, Wagner, and Britten. Soreng Theater, 6:30-7:30pm, FREE! Ph 682-5000 Organ Interlude: The Central Lutheran Church hosts a free concert with organist and choirmaster EIRay StewartCook. Recital will include music by Buxtehude, Bach, Gade and Vierne. Central Lutheran Church, 12pm-2pm, FREE! Ph 682-5000 Pacific International Children’s Choir Festival... PICCFEST is an inspiring musical event featuring the award-winning youth choirs of OFC. Hult Center, various times, Ph 682-5000 Dig Into Stories. Delve into your imagination with fun storytellers. Join Paulette Ansari at the Downtown Library. 1:00pm & 3:00pm, Ph 682-8316, FREE! Check us out on-line at www.oregonfamily.com
Bubble Bash. We’ll provide the supplies, you make the bubbles. Fountain Plaza, Springfield Library, 2-3pm, all ages, Ph 541-726-2235
performances from some of the best live musicians touring today. Emerald Meadows, 34901 Frank Parrish Rd, $45-60, Ph 461-3900
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22nd Annual Eugene Pro Rodeo. See the 2nd
22nd Annual Eugene Pro Rodeo. Eugene’s famous rodeo returns for the 22nd year. This year will include fan favorite motorcycle jumping, cowboy dance, beer garden and fireworks each night. Oregon Horse Center, 4pm, $0-20, Ph 689-9700
On the House: Toby Koenigsberg Jazz Trio. A Eugenebased trio featuring leader Toby Koenigsberg - assistant professor of jazz piano and associate director of jazz studies at the UofO. Hult Center lobby, 1-3pm, FREE! Ph 682-5000
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Art and the Vineyard. See the 4th Free First Friday. Enjoy the museum’s new exhibits and old classics. Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, 11am-5pm, FREE!
Summer in the City. Check out familyfriendly events all summer at http://www.eugene-or.gov/index. aspx?NID=732
Calendar 36th Annual American Legion Baseball Tournament. Twelve team, round-robin, American Legion Invitational Baseball Tournament is one of the best American Legion Tournaments in the Pacific NW. North Eugene High School, 8am, $3-5, Ph 688-2481
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On the House: Calgary Girls Choir. The Calgary Girls Choir has gained international renown for gorgeous resonant tone, impeccable technique, and for the artistry and sincerity of performance. Hult Center, 1pm-3pm, Ph 6825000, FREE!
Dig Into Stories. Delve into your imagination with fun storytellers. Join Kelly Terwilliger at Sheldon Branch Library. 3:00pm, Ph 682-8316, FREE!
Stories and craft with Pattibuff. “Beach Party”. Springfield Library, 1pm, all ages, Ph 726-3766, FREE! 22nd Annual Eugene Pro Rodeo. See the 2nd
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On the second Thursday of each month, Oregon Track Club will host informal running/walking events. Courses will be marked, and timed results will be presented. Alton Baker Park, 6pm, Free to OTC members/$5 otherwise, Ph 484-9883 Kids: Stones & Cones - Art with Nearby Nature. Make art from our own backyard with Beth Stein of Nearby Nature. Sheldon Library, 3pm, Ph 682-8316, FREE!
Oregon Country Fair. Celebrate with us and delight in our world class entertainment, hand-made crafts, delectable foods, educational displays and magical surprises at every turn of the path We invite you to join us in our wooded setting, 13 miles west of Eugene past Veneta. $22-28 (under 10 free), Ph 541-343-4298 Lego Club. Springfield Library, 2-4pm, All ages, Ph 7263766, FREE!
13 Saturday Oregon Country Fair. See the 12th Kids Adventure Club Family Day. Bring the family down for a fun morning of sand, boards and sandboard fun! Eugene, Cascades & Coast Adventure Center, 10am-noon, Ph 484- 5307, FREE!
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Track City International Classic. Youth track & field athletes from all over the country compete in this annual meet at Historic Hayward Field. Goducks.com Family Music Time. Sing and dance your way into the weekend. This week, join Anahid Bertrand of Early Ears. She is fluent in musical fun -- and six languages! Downtown Library, 10:15am, Ph 682-8316, FREE!
PICCFEST, see the 2nd Rilling and Halls: Passing of the Baton. Join a family of more than 200 OBF musicians as we cross a symbolic bridge into the future. Works include Brahms’s “Double Concerto,” “Song of Destiny,” and Mendelssohn’s Psalm 95, “Come let us sing.” Silva Concert Hall, 7:30pm, $1562, Ph 682-5000
40th Annual Butte to Butte 10K Run & 4.5 Mile Walk. Kickoff your Fourth of July Celebrations with a 10K or 5K run or 4.5 mile walk from Butte to Butte. This annual event is great for racers of all ages. Spenser Butte, 6:30am, visit website to register.
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36th Annual American Legion Baseball Tournament. See the 3rd
Art and the Vineyard. See the 4th
Light of Liberty Celebration. Light of Liberty is a fundraiser featuring music, food, family fun - and, of course, a fabulous fireworks show set to music and reflected over the scenic Willamette River. Island Park, $0-7
PICCFEST, see the 2nd 36th Annual American Legion Baseball Tournament. See te 3rd
22nd Annual Eugene Pro Rodeo. See the 2nd
Kids: Stones & Cones - Art with Nearby Nature. Make art from our own backyard with Beth Stein of Nearby Nature. Downtown Library, 1pm & 3pm, Ph 682-8316, FREE!
“Calamity Jazz” Concert. Tap your toes to high-energy Dixieland, swing, and ragtime tunes led by Vicki Cox [trumpet, vocals), this super-fun band features Meg Graf (piano, bass sax), Jeff Green (banjo, guitar), and Norm Gary (reeds). Downtown Library, 6pm, Ph 682-5450, FREE! 36th Annual American Legion Baseball Tournament. See the 3rd Cascadia Music Festival. The inaugural Cascadia Music Festival is a place where music lovers of all ages come together in a beautiful natural location to experience Check us out on-line at www.oregonfamily.com
16 Tuesday John Hiatt & The Combo. The critically acclaimed artist has released twenty-four albums - including his latest Mystic Pinball. The John G. Shedd Institute of the Arts, 7:30pm, $39-59, Ph 434-7000 Mexican Bark Painting . Try the colorful folk art of Mexican bark painting with Jessica Zapata. Downtown Library, 1pm & 3pm, Ph 682-8316, FREE!
Mexican Bark Painting . Try the colorful folk art of Mexican bark painting with Jessica Zapata. Bethel Branch Library, 3pm, Ph 682-8316, FREE! Zany Zoo Preschool Storytime. See and learn about a variety of small animal visitors from Zany Zoo. For ages 3 to 6 with their caregivers. Downtown Library, 10:15 and 11:00am, Ph 682-8316, FREE! Teen Board Gaming. Drop in to learn and play games, see friends, and snack! New and unusual board and card games provided - or bring your own. With Chris Ballowe, Gamer Extraordinaire. Downtown Library, 2pm, Ph 6828316, FREE!
Mexican Bark Painting . Try the colorful folk art of Mexican bark painting with Jessica Zapata. Sheldon Library, 3pm, Ph 682-8316, FREE! Jim Gaffigan. His clever, quiet style has made him beloved to a wide range of audiences, achieving accolades and awards for his stand-up comedy, acting, and writing. Silva Concert Hall, 7:00pm, $39.75 - $49.75, Ph 682-5000 Zany Zoo Animal Fair. Meet all kinds of reptiles and mammals. Springfield Library, 11-1pm, Ph 726-3766, FREE!
19 Friday Coburg Golden Years. Experience a variety of arts and crafts, food booths, unique music and a celebration parade. Coburg Community Grange, Ph 343-9875, FREE!
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9 Tuesday Kids Flea Market. Kids to age 18 buy and sell. Bring table or blanket. Springfield Library, 11-1pm, Ph 726-3766, FREE!
Stangeland Family Youth Choral Academy. Drawn from across the country, the academy’s 90 singers light up the stage with their energy and passion. Silva Concert Hall, 7:30pm, $10-17, Ph 682-5000
10 Wednesday Kids: Stones & Cones - Art with Nearby Nature. Make art from our own backyard with Beth Stein of Nearby Nature. Bethel Branch, 3pm, Ph 682-8316, FREE!
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Art and the Vineyard. See the 4th
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Touch-a-Truck. Climb into a fire engine, cement truck, backhoe, dump truck, LTD bus, 18-wheeler and more. A family event that is sure to please all ages. Food available for purchase. Petersen Barn Community Center, 5-7:30pm, FREE!
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Oregon Country Fair. See the 12th
Family Music Time. join Kris Olsen of Do Re Play, who inspires learning through musical exploration and play. Eugene Library, 10:15am, Ph 682-8316, FREE!
Art and the Vineyard. From its inception as a small art auction and wine-tasting event, Art and the Vineyard has grown into the premier art and wine festival. The principal fundraiser for the Maude Kerns Art Center, attracting over 25,000 visitors. Alton Baker Park, $7-15, Ph 345-1571
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David Byrne & St. Vincent. David Byrne is a Scottish-born musician permanently residing in the United States, and was a founding member and principal songwriter of the American New Wave band Talking Heads. Cuthbert Amphitheater, 8pm, $35-55, Ph 484-5307
OBF Kids: Pinocchio. Young ones will be riveted as our wooden hero goes nose-to-nose with Fire Eater, the Blue Fairy, talking donkeys, and a magical penguin. Soreng Theater, 10am-noon, $5, Ph 682-5000
14 Sunday Teens: Hand-Made Books. join artist Yvonne Manipon to create hand-made books from reused and recycled materials including CD and video cases, Altoid boxes, scrap paper, paint, and more. Downtown Library, 2pm, Ph 682-8316, FREE!
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12 Friday Adidas Premier Cup Soccer Tournament. Hosted by the Eugene Metro Futbol Club, a premier soccer tournament for elite, premier and select teams, ages 10-19, from across the United States. Lane Community College, Thurston HS, South Eugene HS, Ph 541-613-8095
OBF Kids: Pinocchio. Young ones will be riveted as our wooden hero goes noseto-nose with Fire Eater, the Blue Fairy, talking donkeys, and a magical penguin. Saturday, July 13th at the Soreng Theater.
Kids Yoga. Playful, creative movement for kids ages 7-11. Springfield Library, 10am, Ph 726-3766, FREE!
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calendar cont’D… Springfield SummerFair. Fourth annual summer festival featuring PetFair, FamilyFair, BroilerFair and more. Enjoy live music each day along with fun family activities and delicious food. Island Park, 5:30-10pm, $8-25, Ph 736-4544 Buffalo BBQ Weekend. Mexican Fiesta with live music and dancing to Organizacion Oaxaca, buffalo tacos and birria. St Mark’s Church, 6-10pm, $6/pp or $15/fam of 4, Ph 689-0725
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Jim Gaffigan’s clever, quiet style has made him beloved to a wide range of audiences, achieving accolades and awards for his stand-up comedy, acting, and writing. Thursday, July 18th at Silva Concert Hall.
Collectors Tour of Living Legacies. Please join us when collectors, whose work appears in Living Legacies: The JSMA at 80, share their stories and love of art. Tour with Terry and Anne Carter, David Hilton and Joyce Leader. Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, 2pm, $0-5 Early Aviation in Oregon. Learn more about the early days of flight in Oregon from Burkhart and Crawford in the first Oregon aircraft, to the post-war period; there is a lot of history to talk about! Oregon Aviation History Center, Cottage Grove, 10-11am, FREE! Summer in the City - Skateboard Competition. All ages, all abilities welcome to enjoy food, prizes, music and a skateboard competition. Cal Young Skate Park, 4-8pm, $5, Ph 682-6321 Family Music Time. Sing and dance your way into the weekend. Sing and dance your way into the weekend with
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21 Sunday Coburg Golden Years. See the 19th Buffalo BBQ Weekend. More great Mexican food, music, folkloric dancers, and kids’ games. St Mark’s Church, 6-10pm, $6/pp or $15/fam of 4, Ph 689-0725
Obon and Taiko Festival. Japanese folk dances, taiko drumming, Asian food and craft booths. Alton Baker Park, 5pm, Ph 461-5449, FREE!
28 Sunday Family Nature Discovery Day. “Wildlife Play Hospital” Cascades Raptor Center invites families to explore the world of birds and nature! Join in for fun family days with special themes and activities. Cascades Raptor Center, noon – 4pm, Admin +$2, Ph 485-1320
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Fern Ridge Beef Pit BBQ. the longest running event of it’s kind in Lane County. Food, Fun, Music, Games and more. This year, Cabela’s will have a presence, with games and prizes. St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church, Veneta. Noon-5pm, $6-12.50, Ph 935-3933
The Dragon Theater presents “I Dig Dinosaurs”. Springfield Library, 11am, Ph 726-3766, FREE!
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24 Wednesday Schnitzer Cinema Family Film: The Painting. Bring your family and friends, lawn chairs and blankets for a free outdoor screening of the animated film “The Painting” (France/Japan, 2011, 78 minutes). Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, 8pm, FREE! Slightly Stoopid & Atmosphere. Slightly Stoopid is an American band based in Ocean Beach, San Diego, California, who describe their music as “a fusion of folk, rock, reggae and blues with hip-hop, funk, metal and punk.” Cuthbert Amphitheater, 6:30pm, 800-992-8499
25 Thursday The Wonderful World of Worms, presented by BRING. All ages, Springfield Library, 1pm, Ph 726-3766, FREE!
27 Saturday Family Music Time. Join singer/songwriter Rob Tobias for classics, originals, and tunes made up on the spot. Downtown Library, 10:15am, Ph 682-8316, FREE! Coburg Outdoor Quilt Show. Enjoy an all-American town with quilts, tea, carriage and vendors. Coburg City Park, 9am-4pm, FREE!
Kids: Create a Kite. Make your own easy-flying kite with Dick Page and Judy Brown of Associated Oregon Kiters. Downtown Library, 1:00pm & 3:00pm, Ph 682-8316, FREE! Lets Make Music Storytime. Stories, songs, and making musical instruments. All ages, Springfield Library,1pm, Ph 726-3766, FREE!
31 Wednesday SmART Collecting Series: Collecting for the University Art Museum. A conversation with Kimberly Rorschach (Director, Seattle Art Museum) and Jill Hartz (JSMA Executive Director) offering collectors stimulating and practical info to guide and inspire your collecting. Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art, 5:30pm, Free-$5 Teen Movie - “The Dark Knight Rises”. Teens are invited to a free showing of the popular film “The Dark Knight Rises.” Snacks provided. Downtown Library, 2pm, Ph 682-8316, FREE! Kids: Create a Kite. Make your own easy-flying kite with Dick Page and Judy Brown of Associated Oregon Kiters. Sheldon Library, 3:00pm, Ph 682-8316, FREE! Be sure to check out our listings for Camps, Classes, and Workshops at www.oregonfamily.com
Rescue Spotlight CLOVER is a ver y loving, petite little shorthaired white female kitty with brown tabby patches on her head, back, and tail. About 5 to 7 years old, she was found as a stray in South Eugene, and went to live in a foster home where she learned to trust people again. It will take Clover awhile to adjust to a new situation, but once she knows you, she is very sweet and affectionate, and enjoys being a lap kitty. She likes being petted and kissed on her head, but she is uncomfortable with stroking close to her tail. She likes children who are gentle with her, and she is learning to get along with other cats--but she is afraid of dogs. Clover is a wonderful kitty who will reward a patient new owner with loyalty and companionship. Clover is currently in foster care. For more information, please call Beth at (541) 255-9296. She is being offered at a special adoption fee of $65 (sponsored by Main St Mini Storage in Springfield. We test the cats for feline leukemia and FIV, spay or neuter them, microchip them, vaccinate them, deflea and deworm them—plus you get a free vet visit. West Coast Dog and Cat Rescue is a 501(c)3. Want to help cover our animals’ recovery costs? Go to www.westcoastdogandcat.org and click on ‘Donate’ or send a check to: WCDC, P.O. Box 72401, Springfield, OR 97475.
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while, the Children & Nature Network (C&NN), a non-profit founded by writers and educators concerned about “nature deficit disorder,” finds that, in a typical week, only six percent of American kids aged nine to 13 plays outside on their own. According to Richard Louv, a founding board member of C&NN and Credit: iStockPhoto
Wetlands serve a variety of important ecological functions including feeding downstream waters, trapping floodwaters, recharging groundwater supplies, removing pollution and providing fish and wildlife habitat.
spend on average more than seven and a half hours a day—or some 53+ hours per week—engaging with so-called entertainment media. Mean-
author of the book, Last Child in the Woods, kids who stay inside too much can suffer from “nature deficit disorder” which can contribute to a
range of behavioral problems including attention disorders, depression and declining creativity as well as physical problems like obesity. Louv blames parental paranoia about potential dangers lurking outdoors and restricted access to natural areas—combined with the lure of video games, websites and TV. Of course, one of the keys to getting kids to appreciate nature is for parents to lead by example by getting off the couch and into the outdoors themselves. Since kids love being with their parents, why not take the fun outside? For those kids who need a little extra prodding beyond following a parent’s good example, the National Wildlife Federation (NWF), a leading national non-profit dedicated to preserving and appreciating wildlife, offers lots of suggestions and other resources through its Be Out There campaign. One tip is to pack an “explorer’s kit”—complete with a magnifying glass, binoculars, containers for collecting, field guides, a notebook, bug repellent and band-aids—into a backpack and leave it by the door to facilitate spontaneous outdoor adventures. Another idea is to set aside one hour each day as “green hour,” during which kids go outside exploring, discovering and learning about the natural world. NWF’s online Activity Finder helps parents discover fun outdoor activities segmented by age. Examples include going on a Conifer Quest and
making a board displaying the different types of evergreen trees in the neighborhood, turning an old soda bottle into a terrarium and building a wildlife brush shelter. Another great source of inspiration is C&NN which, during the month of April, is encouraging people of all ages to spend more time outdoors at various family-friendly events as part of its nationwide Let’s Get Outside initiative. Visitors to the C&NN website can scroll through dozens of events within driving distance of most Americans—and anyone can register an appropriate event there as well. Researchers have found that children who play outside more are in better shape, more creative, less aggressive and show better concentration than their couch potato counterparts—and that the most direct route to environmental awareness for adults is participating in wild nature activities as kids. So do yourself and your kid(s) a favor, and take a hike! CONTACTS: Richard Louv, www.richardlouv.com; NWF Be Out There, www.nwf.org/Be-Out-There.aspx; C&NN, www.childrenandnature.org. EarthTalk® is written and edited by Roddy Scheer and Doug Moss and is a registered trademark of E - The Environmental Magazine (www.emagazine.com). Send questions to: earthtalk@emagazine.com. Subscribe: www.emagazine.com/subscribe. Free Trial Issue: www.emagazine.com/trial.
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f your child plays sports, whether in middle school or high school, you probably have a hard time keeping your pantry stocked. Active kids eat more, or at least they should, although many parents aren’t sure just what constitutes good nutrition for young athletes. It’s no wonder the concept is confusing, says Dr. Sarah Short, Ph.D., Ed.D, a registered dietitian and sports nutritionist. “It’s not easy to generalize,” she says. Kids in early puberty and adolescence come in a stunning array of shapes, sizes, and maturity levels, and when you factor in gender differences and athletic activity, assessing your child’s nutritional needs can seem overwhelming. Still, there are general principles to follow when your child plays sports, and concepts you should know regarding foods, fluids, and supplements. Fueling Up on the Right Foods C alorie requirements for ver y demanding sports like football and soccer can be very high, says Short. College football linemen, for example, can require 5,000 calories per day. So unless your child is gaining too much weight, don’t be alarmed if he eats more meals than you do. Do, however, watch how your child gets her extra calories. Ideally, additional calories should come in the form of whole grains (for example, whole-grain breads and cereals, brown rice, or oatmeal). Any fruits and vegetables you can add will always be beneficial. And if your child is training three or more hours a day, she can probably take in twice as much protein as her nonathletic friends. Hig h fat intake will add weight quickly because fat contains more than twice the calories of either proteins or carbohydrates, but “it may not be healthy weig ht,” caut ions Short. Gaining large amounts of fat can not only hamper athletic performance, but it can also aggravate a number of health problems. Simple sugars, which are found in most processed snack foods (including the super-sweet stuff labeled “fat-free”), can also be problematic. They are absorbed directly into the bloodstream and give quick energy, but this boost is often followed by a crash: low energy and increased sugar cravings. This begins a Check us out on-line at www.oregonfamily.com
cycle which can lead to weight gain and even diabetes. Sodas are an easy way to fill up temporarily, but they don’t provide any nutrition in return. The same goes for candy bars and, surprisingly, energy bars. “Energy bars are more or less candy bars with vitamins and minerals added,” says Short. So your child is getting some vitamins, but he’s also getting the sugarrelated energy spike of a candy bar, which will fade quickly. If he’s already taking a multivitamin supplement, the energy bar is probably not a good idea. Make sure your child doesn’t skip breakfast. This meal is important for everyone’s mental and physical health, and for an athlete who is burning up tons of calories, it’s crucial. If your child is in a rush, give her a cereal bar, banana, or some other portable form of nutrition. Check product labels to find those that have adequate fiber (more than 2 grams per serving) and are low in sugar (less than 10 percent of total calories). Any big meal before a competition should be eaten three hours ahead. “It should be high in complex carbohydrates like bread and pasta,” says Short. Avoid spicy foods or anything that causes your child gastric distress. The key is to include many different types of foods in your young athlete’s diet. Sugar and fat in moderation are okay as long as they are accompanied by generous portions of whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. I f y o u’r e t r u l y worried about your child’s nutritional choices, seek professional help. Be sure the expert is a registered dietitian (sig nif ie d by t he letters “R.D.”), says Short. Anyone can call himself a nutritionist, re g ard l e ss of h i s background. If your child is a serious athlete training at high levels, it’s best to consult an R.D. with a background in sports nutrition to assess the proper ratios of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates for optimum health. At the very least, your child’s regular physician should conduct a pre-season physical to spot major problems, such as a heart condition, that require the restriction of certain foods. Are Supplements a Good Idea? Supplements are quite controversial
when it comes to young athletes, because their bodies are in such a critical stage of development. In general, supplementation isn’t necessary, and it can even be harmful. Your child probably gets enough vitamins through diet alone. In all her years of work in many different countries, Short says, she’s only seen one young athlete with a serious vitamin deficiency: a wrestler here in the United States. “His whole diet consisted of unenriched pasta—I don’t know where he found it—and Coca-Cola. . . . How he kept wrestling is beyond me.” There’s nothing wrong with giving your child a daily multivitamin supplement, but if he’s eating fruits and vegetables every day, he’s probably fine without it. Never supplement beyond the daily DRIs (Dietary Reference Intakes). Be warned: the U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not regulate supplements as long as they are labeled “supplements,” meaning they’re neither food nor drugs. As Short tells her students at Syracuse University, she could take dirt from the campus quad, bottle it, and sell it perfectly legally as a supplement. Just because something is on the market does not mean it’s safe. Sometimes high-school athletes are encouraged to take creatine, which is a substance related to energy metabolism that is naturally produced by the body, but Short says that’s a losing proposition. “If you start supplementing too much, your body says, a-ha! I guess I won’t make any [creatine], or I won’t make as much.” Tinkering with the body’s natural metabolism during adolescence is not a good idea. Besides, there is no conclusive proof yet, Short says, that creatine enhances long-term athletic performance. A l s o avoi d g iv i ng you r ch i l d supplements to replace electrolytes like potassium, as a simple snack containing potassium (like bananas, potatoes, or oranges) will do the trick. Too much or too little potassium can affect the rhythms of the heart, making selfprescribed supplementation dangerous. Don’t Forget the Fluids What an extremely active child drinks is every bit as important as what she eats. The lack of proper hydration can be quite dangerous. “The problem is that their sense of thirst doesn’t keep up with the amount of water that they need,” says Short. Athletes simply don’t, or can’t, drink enough
while they’re exercising to replace what they lose through sweat. The best way to prevent serious dehydration, Short says, is to weigh each athlete before and after practice. That way you know exactly how much water the athlete has sweated away and you can replace it accordingly. Most schools don’t practice this routine, however. Some nutritionists advocate drinking lots of water before an athletic event, says Short, but this can cause a sloshy stomach and, consequently, poor performance. Instead, she suggests, “try to have frequent intakes of small amounts of cool water during exercise.” Be sure your child also drinks plenty of water afterward. Above all, Short says, never restrict water intake for thirsty young athletes. “This can lead to heat stroke and, in the extreme, death from dehydration. . . . Every single solitary living thing needs water,” she says. If you’re coaching your child’s team and a player needs a water break, let him take it. Drinking sports drinks in lieu of water is fine, says Short, particularly if the drink offers some calories for energy. However, make sure the sugar content is no more than 10 percent of total calories; high sugar content prevents the fluid in the drink from reaching the intestines, which is where it must go to hydrate the body. Caloric drinks are very important for athletic activities that require running for an hour or more, like cross-country running or basketball. Salt tablets are a no-no. It was once thought that salt losses in sweat were significant enough to need replacement, but the salt content in your child’s body actually increases in concentration after she sweats because she’s losing much more water than salt. To add salt tablets to that is dangerous. One sport-specific note: if your teenager is on the wrestling team, be extra vigilant about fluid intake. Because wrestling is categorized by weight, athletes are often encouraged to lose pounds to qualify for a particular wrestling class. This is sometimes accomplished, says Short, through purposeful dehydration (for example, using diuretics, wet suits, saunas, and even, incredibly, spitting). This is extremely hazardous and can stunt your child’s growth permanently. The best general advice is to pay attention to your child’s energy levels, moods, and appearance. If your child is getting the right foods and fluids, he’ll feel great both on and off the playing field. Page 11
w e i V e y E s ’ d A Da ein by Rick Epst
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A Child at the Wheel
ad, why don’t I drive Wendy to Shannon’s house?” asks my oldest daughter Marie. Here’s why not: 1. Marie has had her license for only a few months. 2. Marie doesn’t know the way to Cousin Shannon’s house. Wendy has been there many times, but is only 10 and wouldn’t be much help. 3. The 25-mile route there consists of some high-speed interstate highway that gets tricky as it zips through a city, then ends up with a lot of twisting country roads. 4. The trip would be made during rush hour or after dark. 5. And w hat ab out Mar ie’s judgment? A memory haunts me: I was in the back yard assembling a new wheelbarrow, when Marie asked, “Can I help?” “Sure,” I said, “Hold these nuts and bolts,” and I poured the dozen pieces out of an envelope into her hand. “Hold these and give them to me as I ask for them, OK?” “OK,” she said, and I went back to studying the instructions. About 5 minutes later I looked up and found Marie playing a little game. She would fling the handful of hardware into the
thick grass about 6 feet away and then try to find each piece. “Hey!” I yelled, “Don’t do that; you’ll lose ‘em.” “Daddy,” she explained, “The game is to FIND them; I wouldn’t play a game to LOSE them!” Yes, she was only 4 years old at the time, but to a parent, a grown child has not R E P L AC E D h e r b a by s e l f . S h e contains that self and all her other selves, too. So I still mistrust h e r judgment; that little hardware tosser is still in there somewhere. Looking at the teenage Marie, I try to think of what to say, but DISMAY is written on my face. “Dad,” she pursues, “I want to build up your confidence in me with a lot of good driving, so you can like trust me and not make sad faces whenever I want to borrow the car.” Well, she has a point. How do you go from being an inexperienced driver who is apt to drive into a tree at any moment, to being an experienced driver who won’t? By driving. “OK,”
I say, “But wait until after dinner, so rush hour will be over. You might as well make the trip when there isn’t a lot of traffic.” The expedition grows to include our middle daughter Sally, who is 14 and loves to ride in a car with another child at the wheel. For her, it’s as if oppressive, tight-fisted old Captain Bligh has tossed the keys to the HMS Bounty to the crew and said cheerily, “ T h e charts are in the glove compartment and there’s a full tank of rum.” Before they set sail, I say: “Girls: I know you’re excited going out in a carload of fun companions. But if you value your lives, do NOT distract Marie. Try to keep her focused on the road and the other cars.” They listen tolerantly, but they seem to be thinking: Good thing we don’t live on HIS planet. On ours, children are invulnerable. It’s a 45-minute trip. So when Marie hadn’t returned after two hours, Betsy calls Marie’s and Sally’s cell phones
without result. She calls Shannon’s house and learns that the girls haven’t arrived yet. Another nervous halfhour crawls by and Betsy calls again. Still no girls. Betsy, who is not much of a crier, is sobbing, “We never should have let them go.” While she is burning off her panicky energy by scrubbing the kitchen floor, I am on the phone calling a succession of State Police stations, asking about wrecks. At the three-hour mark, Marie finally calls from Shannon’s house. “We got lost. What’s the big deal?” Why hadn’t they called? It hadn’t occurred to her. Besides, her cellphone battery was dead and Sally hadn’t brought her phone. The next morning, when we press her for details on her botched mission, Marie gets angry and won’t discuss it. Empty McDonald’s cups in the car account for a few of the missing minutes. Young Wendy fills in the gap later. One of the missing hours had been spent going the wrong way on the Interstate and the other hour had been spent coming back. It could happen to anybody (that is, anybody who has always been carted from place to place like a dog in a box and knows no local geography). We’re not sending Marie anywhere difficult right away, but when we do, she’ll have her cell phone on, and we’ll make her bring her little sister. Wendy can’t prevent disaster, but later, during the investigation, she’s as useful as a 747’s Black Box. And we’ll keep Sally at home. She’ll be driving in a couple of years, and I’d like to have her on hand so she can note our level of concern.
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