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At Broomfield’s Parks and Recreation Department, Summer is Not Over Yet!
By Missy Ruzicka
While August is here and back to school is approaching, at the Broomfield Park and Recreation department there is still plenty of summer family fun to be had in August!
It is always a good time at Paul Derda Rec Center with 85,000 sq. feet filled with all kinds of entertainment; an indoor water park, two full ball courts and a track, cardio and strength training equipment, and fitness studios for every type class you could imagine. For parents that are using the facilities they offer Childwatch, which provides a safe, healthy, positive learning environment for children 6 months to 10 years old.
Summer is definitely not over yet at Broomfield’s Bay Aquatic Park. The premiere outdoor facility was designed specifically for families with children 13 years and younger to enjoy all the fun of an outdoor water park in a smaller environment. The Bay features two body waterslides, interactive play structure, leisure pool with zero-depth entry, and the newly remodeled tot pool with slides and spray ground for the littlest water adventurers.
Broomfield offers more than 280 miles of trails for its residents to enjoy. With those trails come some unique opportunities; nature walks (guided or self-paced), a bird club, and many other offerings. Sign your family up for the sunset walks with a naturalist who will help explore Broomfield open space as you have never experienced it before - don’t forget your flashlight. Another free activity is the preschool nature walks where you can join a naturalist and learn about animal life and plant life in your own backyard every Wednesday through the end of August.
There is still plenty of time to complete the 2023 Broomfield 100! It’s a challenge to complete an exploration of 15 of Broomfield’s trails and related activities. This is a great way to get outside and enjoy Broomfield’s extensive trail system, get exercise, and win a prize while you are at it. You don’t have to walk the entire trail, just visit the site, learn the trail connections, and enjoy the area.
Fitness classes are offered year-round and are proudly partnered with such amazing programs as Zumba, Jassercize, Lesmills, TRX, Silver Sneakers, and Spinning. If there is something new you want to try or something you love but would like to meet others to go with you, look in the program guide to find groups and programs for yoga, hiking 14ers, lifting weights, or getting ready for your first 5K. Whatever class you are interested in, it’s here and at varying levels so you feel comfortable whether you’re just starting your fitness journey or are a seasoned expert.
To learn more about programs, dates, and registration visit https:// www.broomfield.org/345/ProgramGuide
Don’t Miss Dog Daze at the Bay!
It’s a day gone to the dogs! Bring your furry friend down to the Bay for a day of excitement just for dogs. Fido can jump and play in the summer heat, while cooling off with a dip in the pool. Dogs only allowed in the pool; no humans please.
Date: Saturday, September 9, 2023
Location: The Bay Aquatic Park at 250 Spader Way in Broomfield enjoy the area.
Pre-register to guarantee your spot and time; the fee is per dog, humans are free. This is a rain or shine event as the dogs will have fun no matter what the weather!
To register visit B-Rex.com.
