Activity Guide - Spring/Summer 2026
DISTRICT MANAGER’S MESSAGE
Get Connected in spring 2026
Writing the Activity Guide message always feels a bit like time travel.
As I sit down to write this, I’m sitting above the thick valley fog (oh yeah, remember that?) in cool, clear sunshine.
As you’re reading this, chances are the days are getting warmer, the sun is staying out longer, and you’re starting to think about getting outside, and if you’ve been outside, you’re thinking about dropping some layers or shifting sports.
We’re glad you and I are on the same page, because our PRPD team has plenty of ways to help you enjoy the season ahead. Spring and summer are the perfect time to reconnect with our parks and open spaces. Spend a peaceful morning at Paradise Lake, volunteer time to care for our trails, or simply get outside and explore.
We are also hopeful to complete in time for pool season the new aquatic recreation center at the Paradise Pool, and we just got the keys and our team planning events and classes at the Paradise Community Center. If all goes well, we should begin accepting rentals in summer 2026. Behind the scenes, a long season of planning will transform new facilities, with work starting this summer at Lakeridge, Bille Park, and a new play structure at Moore Road. Please check in with us as progress continues and plans come more into focus.
Looking back at 2025, it’s important to recognize what an incredible experience our District, partners, and community have shared through the Neighbor to Neighbor (N2N) program, made possible by funding from the State of California Office of the Governor. Working with over 30 partners, we helped incubate an amazing variety of programs for our community, and delivered more than 450 events with well over 10,000 participants.
The outcome has been simple and powerful: neighbors connecting, doing fun things together, and building a friendlier, better-prepared community that knows how to welcome new residents.
While these efforts are deeply rewarding, they also challenge our team in new ways and I want to sincerely thank them for delivering every step of the way. Over the coming months, we’ll be figuring out how to keep this momentum going, and we’d love your input. Please let us know what you enjoyed and what you’d like to see in the future.
I’ll have a lot more progress to report in our next Activity Guide, so until then, enjoy the season we look forward to seeing you out there.
- Dan Efseaff, District Manager
YOUTHPROGRAMS
YOUTH SPORTS
YOUTH BASKETBALL SKILLS, PRES
This after school youth sports program for boys and girls will focus on basketball skills. Participants will learn the skills of the sport through drills, practice, and scrimmage play. Emphasis will also be placed on sportsmanship, teamwork, and responsibility.
Instructor: JC Martinez
Dates: Tues/Thurs, 3:00-4:30pm Session: 3/24-5/7
Location: Paradise Ridge Elementary School Field
Ages: 3rd -6th grade. Fee: $60
YOUTH BASKETBALL SKILLS, PINERIDGE
This basketball program for boys and girls is geared towards beginning through intermediate level athletes. The class will cover the basic skills needed for the game. The format of the program will depend on participation numbers, but will lean toward skill challenges, scrimmage games, and practicing.
Instructor: Tyler Woodcox
Dates: Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 pm Session: 4/2-9/3
Location: Pine Ridge School Gym
Ages: 4th -8th grade. Fee: $85
YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL SKILLS
This youth sports program will teach the basic fundamentals of flag football through drills, practice, and scrimmage play. Football skills taught will include passing, receiving, running, kicking, flag pulling, and positions of the game. Class format depends on number of participants.
Instructor: Tyler Woodcox
Dates: Thursdays, 4:45-5:45 pm Session: 4/2-9/3
Location: Pine Ridge School Field Ages: 1st -8th grade. Fee: $85
LITTLE BALLERS BASKETBALL
This beginning basketball program will introduce boys and girls in 1st through 4th grade to the sport of basketball. Emphasis will be on skill development, athletic awareness, and learning the fundamentals of the game. Smaller basketballs and hoops may be used to aid in learning.
Instructor: Tyler Woodcox
Dates: Tuesdays, 6:30-7:30 pm
Session: 3/31-8/4
Location: Pine Ridge School Gym
Ages: 1st -4th grade. Fee: $75
JUNIOR GOLF LESSONS
In this entry level golf class students will learn the basic skills and etiquette of the game. The lessons will include grip, stance, posture, swing, and rules of the game. Junior size clubs and restricted flight balls will be supplied unless students have their own clubs. The class will meet outside at the Terry Ashe Recreation Center.
Instructor: Chuck Overmyer – PGA certified instructor
Dates: Mondays, 10:00-11:00 am
Session: 6/15-7/27
Location: Terry Ashe Recreation Center Park Ages: 8-17 years. Fee: $75
LITTLE WIZARDS’ SOCCER
This beginning level soccer program will introduce children in 1st through 4th grade to the sport of soccer. Kids will learn skill development, athletic awareness, and the fundamentals of the game.
Instructor: Tyler Woodcox
Dates: Tuesdays, 4:45 – 5:45 pm
Session: 3/31-8/4
Location: Pine Ridge School Field
Ages: 1st -4th Grade. Fee: $75
JUDO
The sport of Judo is a traditional Japanese martial art that teaches the principals of duty, honor, discipline, responsibility, and respect. It will teach the student body awareness and control through rolling, falling, throwing, and grappling. With the training of Judo, you will gain confidence, physical fitness, and skill.
Instructor: Sensei Harry Burleson
Dates: Wednesday, Juniors 4:30-5:30 pm, Seniors 5:306:30 pm
Session: Monthly
Location: Terry Ashe Recreation Center
Ages: Juniors 4-6 yrs. Seniors 7-16 yrs. Fee: $45 per month (plus a one-time $80 payment to instructor for uniform and membership)
TEEN DROP IN BASKETBALL
This drop-in style basketball program is designed especially for teenagers to get some exercise while participating in a fun program. Teams will be formed each week for scrimmage play depending on the turn out.
Instructor: Tyler Woodcox
Dates: Fridays, On-going, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Location: Pine Ridge School Gym
Ages: Teens. Fee: $2.00 per time (pay at gym)
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YOUTH ACTIVITIES
ELEMENTS EXCURSIONS
The Elements Program is a seasonal, immersive series designed for teens and young adults who are ready to grow as leaders, facilitators, and whole humans. Through outdoor experiences, experiential education, and skill-building trainings, participants explore personal intentionsetting, teamwork, facilitation, and wellness all while building meaningful connections with peers and mentors.
Elements blends adventure, reflection, and professional development, creating pathways for participants to gain real-world skills, certifications, and confidence in outdoor leadership, recreation, and community service. Programs are intentionally small, highly facilitated, and grounded in experiential learning practices.
Instructors: Kelly Munson and Scott Amick
ELEMENTS - YOUTH LEADERSHIP RETREAT
Kick off the year with clarity and purpose. This retreat focuses on goalsetting, mindful movement, creative expression, and personal reflection. Participants will develop a personalized wellness plan for 2026 while engaging in guided activities led by experienced facilitators and community guests.
Guides: Scott Amick, Kelly Munson, Nick Harris, and community guests
Dates: January 23–25 Saturday: 9:00am–8:00pm
Location: Terry Ashe Recreation Center
Ages: 16–26 | Max: 20 participants
ELEMENTS - WILDERNESS FIRST AID TRAINING
This two-day Wilderness First Aid course covers the assessment and treatment of injuries, illnesses, and environmental hazards encountered in outdoor settings. Training includes OSHA-approved First Aid, CPR, and AED certification.
Provider: Capital City CPR
Dates: February 21–22
Time: 8:30am–5:30pm (both days)
Location: Paradise Community Center
Spots Reserved: 8 Elements participants, 8 seats for public
ELEMENTS - YOUTH BACKPACKING EXPEDITION
A three-day, two-night backpacking experience designed to build outdoor skills, self-reliance, and group cohesion. Participants will learn backcountry travel basics, camp systems, and Leave No Trace principles while immersing themselves in nature.
Guides: Scott Amick and Kelly Munson
Dates: April 9–11
Location: Mendocino National Forest
Ages: 16–22 | Max: 12 participants
Small participation fee may apply
CAMP COURAGE
Join PRPD for our flagship Summer Camp – an adventure camp designed to make wholesome memories with friends on the Ridge. Whether kayaking or hiking at Paradise Lake in Magalia, swimming in the Aquatic Park pool, rocking Esports at the Terry Ashe Center, or doing arts and crafts at the Paradise Community Center, this camp will treat participants to a series of adventurous activities that will enrich their summer, no matter what age. Drop your student off and pick up your student at the same site every day and let our vans shuttle the participants from adventure to adventure. Lunch is NOT included.
Otters Ages 5 – 7 years
Instructor: Bridgette Wrangle
Dates: Session I June 29 – July 3 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Session II July 27 – July 31st 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Location: Terry Ashe Recreation Center
Ages: 5 – 7 years. Fee: $145
Bears Ages 8 - 10 years
Instructor: PRPD Staff
Dates: Session I June 29 – July 3 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Session II July 27 – July 31st 4 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Aquatic Park
Ages: 8 - 10 years. Fee: $185
Eagles Ages 11 - 15 years
Instructor: Connor Finnigan
Dates: Session I June 29 – July 3 9:00 am to 1:00 pm
Session II July 27 – July 31st 4 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location: Paradise Community Center(off Nunnely)
Ages: 5 – 7 years. Fee: $185
GUITAR CAMP
Designed with a wide range of guitar abilities in mind, this camp connects players with seasoned performers, instructors, and technicians to ignite a passion for this fun and approachable instrument. Jam with campmates, learn the history of the guitar, construct a guitar from parts, and enjoy making music with our incredible instructor, performing musician, Connor Finnigan.
Instructor: Connor Finnigan
Dates: August 3th– August 6th 8:30 am - Noon
Location: Paradise Community Center
Ages: 10 18 years Fee: $100
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YOUTH PROGRAMS
TINY TOTS/SUMMERTIME TOTS
This program is designed to provide a varied and exciting experience for children 3-5 years. Activities will enhance socialization, assist in building self-confidence, and provide some educational experience. Children will participate in crafts, games, circle time, sharing, creative play, and other activities. Each session will have different planned activities. Children must be 3 years old and potty trained by the first day of class.
Instructor: Lori McCoslin
Dates: Mon/Wed or Tue/Thur, 9:30 am – 1:30 pm
Session:
3/30/26-4/29/26(M/W), 3/31/26-4/30/26(T/Th)
5/4/26-5/27/26(M/W), 5/5/26-5/28/26(T/Th)
6/8-7/29 (M/W), 6/9-7/30 (T/Th)
Location: Terry Ashe Recreation Center Ages: 3-5 years. Fee: Summer $180 Spring $150
TOT SOCCER
In this class children will learn coordination and introductory soccer skills, kicking, passing, teamwork, and the basic rules of soccer. Children must be 3 years old and potty trained by first day of class.
Instructor: Lori McCoslin
Dates: Fridays, June 12-July 31, 9:30 – 10:30 am
Location: Moore Road Ball Park Ages: 3-5 years. Fee: $75
FOREST FRIENDS
Do your kids love to play and be outdoors? This class will have your child exploring the outdoors through all seven senses. You and your child will investigate the animals, bugs, and plants in the world around them at beautiful Bille Park in Paradise.
Instructor: Bridget Rangel
Dates: Saturdays, 9:00-10:00 am
Session: I: 4/4-25 II: 5/2-23
Location: Bille Park Pavilion
Ages: 2-6 years (parent or caregiver required with each child). Fee: $40 (per four-week session)
ADULT PROGRAMS
YOGA – GENTLE
This gentle yoga class offers a stretch oriented, gentle approach to practicing yoga with minimal up and down movement. This teaching style invites a body focused practice allowing you to tune in to your body and breath, encouraging reconnection with the body through mindful movement. Beginners are welcome, but some yoga experience is helpful
Instructor: Gina Bartiromo
Dates: Mondays 5:00-6:00 pm, Fridays 1:00-2:00 pm
Location: Terry Ashe Recreation Center
Ages: Adult. Fee: $6.00 per class (pay at each class)
Dates: Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 pm
Location: Magalia Community Center
Ages: Adult. Fee: $7.00 per class
CHAIR YOGA
Come explore all the benefits of a traditional mat yoga class including stretching, strengthening, toning, reducing stress, and inviting a deeper connection with the inner self while seated in the stability of a chair. Chair Yoga is great for those with injury or physical limitations. If you experience imbalance, arthritis, chronic pain, or simply don’t have ease of mobility, this class is for you. No Yoga experience is necessary, no mat is needed, and props are provided.
Instructor: Gina Bartiromo
Dates: Wednesdays, 1:00 – 2:00pm
Location: Terry Ashe Recreation Center. Ages: Adult. Fee: $6 per class (pay at each class)
JUJITSU
Dan Zan Ryu Jujitsu is a traditional style of Jujitsu. It teaches balance between body, mind, and spirit. It includes information on tumbling and falling skills to protect you from falls, blocking skills to protect you from attacks, escape techniques, and joint locks and striking to subdue an attacker. The class will include kicking techniques, grappling skills, and advanced self defense when you get proficient at the basics. Jujitsu means “the gentle art” and is for the individual that wants to become safe, confident, and peaceful.
Instructor: Sensei Harry Burleson
Dates: Wednesdays, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Location: Terry Ashe Recreation Center
Ages: Adult (16 and up). Fee: $45 per month (plus a onetime $80 payment to instructor for uniform and membership)
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DANCE FUSION
Join us in a low impact exercise and dance class that will tone and tighten your muscles and relieve stress. Listen to fun music with instructor Chris Kempton.
Instructor: Chris Kempton
Dates: M/W 5:30 6:30 pm Fridays, 9:30 – 10:30 am
Location: Terry Ashe Recreation Center.
Ages: Adult. Fee: $5 per class
ADULT SPORTS
PICKLEBALL
Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the United States and PRPD has three outdoor courts available for all ability levels. Pickleball is a fun and lively game that is easy to learn. It is played on a badminton sized court with special paddles and a plastic ball. PRPD will be offering dropin times two days a week. Some paddles and balls are available to use. Rain will cancel the program.
Dates: Tue/Weds/Thurs March - October, 8:00 – 10:30 am
Location: Terry Ashe Recreation Center Court
Ages: Adult.
Fee: Free, donations appreciated
ADULT GOLF LESSONS
In this entry level golf class students will learn the basic skills and etiquette of the game. The lessons will include grip, stance, posture, swing, and rules of the game. Clubs and restricted flight balls will be supplied unless students have their own clubs. The class will meet outside at the Terry Ashe Recreation Center.
Instructor: Chuck Overmeyer – PGA certified instructor
Dates: Mondays, 9:00-10:00 am
Session: 6/15-7/27
Location: Terry Ashe Recreation Center Park
Ages: Adults. Fee: $75
ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES
These recreational slow pitch softball leagues are geared for the adult softball enthusiast of all skill levels. There will be a Men’s, Women’s, and Co-Ed league offered. Leagues will be planned for 12 games and an end of the season playoff tournament. League structure will be dependent on the number of teams interested.
Coordinator: Willie Davidson (530) 566-5185
Dates: Mon and Wed (other days may be added), starts June
Location: Moore Road Ballparks
Ages: 18 and above
Fee: $475
ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES
These recreational slow pitch softball leagues are geared for the adult softball enthusiast of all skill levels. There will be a Men’s, Women’s, and Co-Ed league offered. Leagues will be planned for 12 games and an end of the season playoff tournament. League structure will be dependent on the number of teams interested.
Coordinator: Willie Davidson (530) 566-5185
Dates: Mon and Wed (other days may be added), starts June
Location: Moore Road Ballparks
Ages: 18 and above
Fee: $475
BASKETBALL – ADULT DROP-IN
This drop-in basketball program will continue throughout the spring and summer. Teams will be formed each Wednesday for scrimmage play.
Instructor: Tyler Woodcox
Dates: Wednesday, on-going, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Location: Pine Ridge School Gym
Fee: $2.00 per time (pay at gym)
ADULT CLASSES
CANNING CLASS
Have you ever wanted to learn how to can/jar your own produce? It’s a great way to preserve your garden harvest to enjoy year-round and increase your family’s food security. This class will teach you the steps and procedures to properly can produce. No equipment or produce is needed for this class. This is a one-day instructional class.
Instructor: Heidi Lange
Dates: Fridays, 9:00-11:00am
Session: I: 8-21
II: 8-28
III: 9-4
IV: 9-11
Location: Paradise Community Center Kitchen
Ages: Adult
Fee: $12 / per session
ADULTPROGAMS
TOURNAMENTS
BATTLE ON THE RIDGE WOMENS TOURNEY
Time to bring tournament softball back to the Ridge. This ongoing Paradise tradition had been going 16 years prior to the Camp Fire and it’s time to bring it back to the Ridge. This will be the second of three softball tournaments scheduled. This will be the Battle of the woman’s weekend. Structure of this tournament to be determined by instructor by tournament date.
Instructor: Willie Davidson-(530) 566-5185
Dates: TBA
Location: Moore Road Ballpark
Ages: 18+
Fee: $300
BATTLE ON THE RIDGE MENS TOURNAMENT
Time to bring tournament softball back to the Ridge. This ongoing Paradise tradition had been going 17 years prior to the Camp Fire, and it’s time to bring it back to the Ridge. This will be the second of three softball tournaments scheduled. This will be the Men’s weekend. Structure of this tournament to be determined by instructor by tournament date.
Instructor: Willie Davidson-(530) 566-5185
Dates: TBA
Location: Moore Road Ballpark
Ages: 18+
Fee: $300
BATTLE ON THE RIDGE CO-ED TOURNAMENT
Time to bring tournament softball back to the Ridge. This ongoing Paradise tradition had been going 16 years prior to the Camp Fire and it’s time to bring it back to the Ridge. This will be the third softball tournament scheduled. This will be the Battle of the Co-Ed’s weekend. Structure of this tournament to be determined by instructor by tournament date.
Instructor: Willie Davidson-(530) 566-5185
Dates: TBA
Location: Moore Road Ballpark
Ages: 18+
Fee: $300
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EVENTS
KID’S FISHING DAY
Join PRPD for this long running fishing tradition at Paradise Lake. The lake will be stocked with hungry trout, and the event will also include raffles, prizes, food, and drinks. Only youth ages 3-15 years are permitted to fish with parental supervision. Proceeds raised through donations and concessions will be used to purchase fish for the following year’s event. The lake will be closed the week before Kid’s Fishing Day.
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Dates: Saturday, April 11, 6:00 am – 2:00 pm
Location: Paradise Lake (main entrance off Lucretia Road) Ages: 3-15 years. Fee: Free
GOLD NUGGET CRAFT FAIRE
This 47th annual craft fair will feature a variety of crafts from all over Northern California and beyond. Food and entertainment will also be featured during the event. Applications for food and craft booths are available at the PRPD District Office or online at paradiseprpd.com.
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Dates: Saturday/Sunday, April 25 and 26, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Location: Terry Ashe Recreation Center Fee: Free admission. Booth Fee: $175 (craft), $200 (food)
EASTER EGG HUNT
Calling all children in preschool through sixth grade to hop on over to the Terry Ashe Recreation Center Park to join in on some Easter fun. Children can hunt for eggs and then meet the Easter Bunny and receive a special treat. 4-H will also be at the event showing some of their animals.
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Dates: Saturday, April 4, 9:00 am – 11:00 pm
Location: Terry Ashe Recreation Center Ages: all ages. Fee: Free
PINEWOOD DERBY
All children preschool through sixth grade are invited to build and race their own Pinewood Derby car. Race against your friends and family on our 45-foot inclined track and compete for the best design and most original car. Car kits can be purchased at the PRPD District Office beginning June 2026.
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Dates: Thursday, July 16, 6:30 – 8:30 pm
Location: Terry Ashe Recreation Center Ages: Preschool to 6th grade. Fee: Car kits $12, race entry free
ASTRONOMY AT THE LAKE
Enjoy the beauty of Paradise Lake under the stars. Explore the lake on a Kayak with a group of other kayakers. Learn about constellations and enjoy the full brightness of the stars. Bring your personal kayak or contact PRPD to rent a Kayak. Paradise Lake is beautiful at dusk and continues to treat participants to an amazing view of the stars - so we combined the two - kayaking followed by stargazing.
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Dates: May 23rd, June 20th, July 18th, August 15th 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm. September 19th and October 17th 5:30 pm to 10:30 pm
Location: Paradise Lake
Ages: 12+ . Fee: $30/Person + kayak rental if needed
NATIONAL TRAILS DAY
Connect with nature while you get your hands a little dirty helping beautify trails through volunteerism. Join us to rebuild Paradise trails and create new trails! Spend some time pitching in to keep our trails around Paradise beautiful to celebrate National Trails Day! Have some interest in the outdoors, stewardship, and want to learn more? This would be a great opportunity to learn hands on.
Instructor: Recreation Staff
Dates: Saturday, June 1st– 9:00am-1:00pm
Location: Coutolenc Park
Ages: All ages. Fee: Free
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