Glynn County Recreation and Parks 2023 Activities Guide

General Information

The mission of the Recreation and Parks Department is to provide quality yearround recreational activities, facilities and services that are safe, fun and enhance the quality of life for all.

GLYNN COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Sammy Tostensen, District 1 Cap Fendig, District 2 Wayne Neal, District 3 David Sweat, District 4 Allen Booker, District 5 Thomas “Bo” Clark, Jr., At-Large Post 1 Walter Rafolski, At-Large Post 2

PARK OFFICES

General Business Hours: Monday-Friday ............................. 8am-5pm Saturday & Sunday Closed Extended hours during Youth Sport Registration

ANNUAL OBSERVED HOLIDAYS

New Year’s Day, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, President’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day

CONTACT US

Your suggestions, comments, and questions are important to us! Please email us at glynnrec@glynncounty-ga.gov with your input.

RAINOUT HOTLINE

In the event of inclement weather, the most up-to-date information can be found on our Weather Hotline at 912-554-7781.

The information contained in this recreation guide is subject to change without advanced notice.

PARK OFFICES PHONE ADDRESS

Ballard Park 912-554-7780 323 Old Jesup Road

Blythe Island Regional Park** 912-279-2812 6616 Blythe Island Highway

Blythe Island Regional Park Marina 912-279-2852 6616 Blythe Island Highway

Howard Coffin Park 912-279-3810 1402 Sonny Miller Way

Howard Coffin Park Pool* 912-279-3815 1408 Sonny Miller Way

Mallery Park 912-279-2836 601 Mallery Street

Neptune Park Pool* 912-279-3720 550 Beachview Drive

Neptune Mini Golf 912-279-3721 550 Beachview Drive

Selden Park 912-279-2800

Selden Park Pool* 912-279-2824

100 Genoa Martin Drive

100 Genoa Martin Drive

*Glynn County Pools are open daily from Memorial Day weekend to early August. Weekends midAugust through September 4th. Please visit our website for specific days/times.

**Blythe Island Regional Park Campground office is open Monday-Saturday. Hours vary by season.

ABOUT THE COVER

New Blythe Island Regional Park Fishing Platform “First Cast” Ceremony was held November 17, 2022 at Lake Cindee. It is a freshwater ADA accessible park amenity, serving people of all ages and abilities.

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REFUND GUIDELINES AND POLICIES

Refund Guidelines and Procedures have been established to allow customers to request a refund of registration fees during specified time periods. Requests for refunds minus a $5 processing fee for youth athletic leagues, adult athletic leagues, camps, and instructional programs must be made prior to the first class meeting or first game of the season. Summer pool passes are non-refundable and non-transferable. Late registration fees are non-refundable. To request a refund, email glynnrec@ glynncounty-ga.gov or call 912-554-7780.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!

We are always looking for volunteer coaches. If you are interested in coaching a team, contact us at glynnrec@glynncountyga.gov, 912-554-7780 (mainland office) or 912-279-2836 (St. Simons ofice). Volunteers must successfully pass the Criminal Background Screening.

NEW! VOLUNTEER HEAD COACH REFUND POLICY

The Glynn County Board of Commissioners approved the policy of GCRPD to provide a refund on participant registration fees paid by a parent/legal guardian who successfully serves as a volunteer head coach for his/her child’s youth athletic team organized by GCRPD in accordance with the Volunteer Coach Refund Policy and Procedures. The Parent or Parent’s spouse must register and pay his/her child’s sport registration fee during the established GCRPD registration period. The Parent must apply and be selected by GCRPD to serve as a volunteer head coach and have completed all required training and paperwork.

REGISTRATION INFO

All activities are filled on a first come, first serve basis. Many of our programs have limited enrollment, so register early! We offer 3 convenient ways for you to register:

1. ONLINE: www.glynncounty.org/ recreation; follow the link to Online Registration*

2. IN PERSON: Visit a park office during business hours to register in person.

3. MAIL: Mail a completed registration card to Ballard Park, 323 Old Jesup Road, Brunswick, GA 31520.

*Online Registration is not available for all programs.

Late Registration Fee: If space is available after the registration deadline for any given activity, late registration will be available. A $25 late registration fee will apply.

Team Sponsorships are available. Email us at glynnrec@glynncounty-ga.gov for info.

General Information

LISA GURGANUS, CPRE, CPO GLYNN COUNTY RECREATION AND PARKS DIRECTOR

With the support of Glynn County citizens and County officials, Glynn County Recreation and Parks (“GCRPD”), we strive to offer quality programs, parks, and services that are safe and accessible to all residents. Please contact any member of our staff for information on how your family can enjoy and benefit from our programs, parks, and services.

PARK PROJECTS AND PERSONNEL UPDATE

Playground Projects:

• Neptune Park: A new play structure was installed in Fall 2022

• Glynn Haven Park: New equipment scheduled for installation in Winter 2022.

• Ahmaud Arbery Park: New equipment scheduled for installation in Winter 2022

• Frederica Park: New equipment scheduled for installation in Winter 2022.

• Turtle River Park: New equipment scheduled for installation by Spring 2023.

NORTH GLYNN RECREATION COMPLEX

Infield upgrades and drainage repair project at the baseball complex is a scheduled winter project. The construction of 2 new batting cages at the softball complex and 2 new batting cages at the baseball complex will be complete prior to the Spring 2023 season. An 18-hold disc golf course was developed near the park lake in Fall 2022.

NEPTUNE PARK

The main pool will be re-plastered prior to the Summer 2023 season.

BLYTHE ISLAND REGIONAL PARK:

In August 2022, the Board of Commissioners approved Blythe Island Regional Park – Park Vision Plan 2022 to guide future projects and improvements. A new maintenance facility was completed in November 2022. Vendors began harvesting timber on several tracts of park land in Fall 2022. Proceeds from park timber sales can only be used for future projects at the park.

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GLYNN COUNTY RECREATION AND PARKS NAMED GRPA AGENCY OF THE YEAR!

On November 9, 2022, Glynn County Recreation and Parks Department was named Georgia Recreation and Park Association Agency of the Year (population category 80,001-150,000). This is the first time the department has won this prestigious award which recognizes exemplary agencies who deliver recreation,

park, or leisure related services and have made significant contributions to the parks and recreation profession in their communities. The award was presented to members of the department at the GRPA Annual Conference Awards Banquet held at the Jekyll Island Convention Center.

Michael Roberson, Christy Spell, T.J. Andrews, Catina Lewis, Holli Browder, Lisa Gurganus, Tiffany Brain, Paris Wyland-Kuntz, Ray Cason, Tyler Diesch, Jim Scarbary, Nancy McCall

GLYNN COUNTY RECREATION AND PARKS ALL-STARS 2022 GRPA State Baseball Champions

8U STATE CHAMPS

Coach Scott Stepowany, Levi Connell, Grant Wells, Joshua Davis, Hudson Moore, Blaiden Lockhart, Peyton Johnson, Kayden Palmer, Brayden O’Brien, Eli Stepowany, Kaiden Mathis, Easton Brooks, Durham Pace, and Coach Travis Brooks

Congratulations to the GCRPD 8U mainland All-Star Baseball Team, winners of the 2022 GRPA State Championship title. We are very proud of the players, coaches, and parents!

14U STATE CHAMPS

Coach Jason Johnson, Coleman Smith, Bryson Smith, Garrison Strickland, Gage Freeman, Jackson Donovan, Wessley Roberson, Braxton Johnson, Braden Milkwick, Luke Parke, and Coach Jason Smith

Congratulation to the GCRPD 14U mainland All-Star Baseball Team, winners of the 2022 GRPA State Championship title. We are very proud of the players, coaches, and parents!

Terry Thompson Award

The recipient of the GRPA District 2 Terry Thompson Award is a music teacher and an important part of our department’s football program. Roy Gentry has touched the lives of hundreds of young people in his 23 years as a volunteer coach. Each summer, he hosts a football camp to teach kids fundamentals and help prepare them for the upcoming season. What speaks volumes about Roy’s impact on the kids and the program is the fact that all his players come back year after year requesting him as their coach.

Congratulations Coach Roy Gentry! Glynn County Recreation and Parks Department is proud to have you on our team!!!

Cross Country Champions

State Cross Country 11/12-yearold girls. Kimball Alderman 8th place with a time of 13:40. Ava Mountain won 11/12 Girls State Champion with a record time of 11:41. Ava also broke the GRPA State Record by 1 minute and 7 seconds. Ava now holds (3) three State Records in running events this year!!!

Congratulations to Ava and Kimball!

Congratulations to Ms. Lathyrell Howard, this year’s winner of the national “Volunteer Parent of the Year” Award presented at the National Alliance for Youth Sports Congress at their annual conference in Orlando, FL.

Congratulations Lathyrell, Glynn County Recreation and Parks Department is proud to have you on our team!

Lisa Gurganus, GCRPD Director, Coach Roy Gentry, Reece Turner, Director Alma-Bacon Rec. Dept.

NAYS Volunteer Parent of the Year

Points of Pride

GLYNN COUNTY RECREATION AND

PARKS ALL-STARS

2022 GRPA State Track & Field Champions

Jack Taylor, Kavien Diggs, Body Marshall, McKenzie Thomas, Ava Mountain, Ruthie Atkins, Ashia Mountain, Chase Richardson, Malik Thomas, McKinnley Thomas, Jacob Johnson, Levi Trefts, Isaiah Johnson, Raylan Thomas, Semaj’jay Fuller, Cooper Walker, Malachi Morrell, Amauri Youngblood, Dimarie Managram, Angel Johnson, Saniya Bell, Mallory Thomas, Mirachle Daniels, James Samueldanielsgale

Glynn County Recreation and Parks Department sent 34 Track and Field Athletes to Jefferson for track and field finals. These young athletes were nothing short of amazing!

Ava Mountain won the 1600-meter for the State Championship with a time of 5:33. Ava not only won with that incredible time, but she also broke the 27-year standing state record (5:41) for her age by 8 seconds becoming the new record holder for the event. Ava also participated in the 800-meter run where her time was 2:33 (breaking by one second) in her age group. Ruthie Akins followed with a win in her age group for the 1600-meter for State Champion in the time of 5:59.

Akins went on to run the 3200-meter race and finished first place becoming a twotime State Champion for the 2022 season. Reaching for the top of the podium and finishing with State Championship titles were Mirachle Daniels, Raylan Thomas, Semaj’Jay Fuller.

Coaches for these outstanding Athletes are Langston Gamble, Jasmine Hubbard, Demetrius Frazier, Brianna Gipson, Amanda Kirkland, Vandy and Juanita Richardson, Kregg and Yolanda Richardson. Supervised by GCRPD Program Coordinator Vanessa Booker.

GOLD MEDALIST

Ava Mountain-1600 and 800-meter (state records), Ruthie Akins-1600 and 3200-meter, Mirachle Daniels-softball, Raylin Thomas-Standing long jump, Semaj’Jay Fuller-100m, 200m, 4x100 relay, Malachi Morrell-4x100 relay, Cooper Walker-4x100 relay, Demetrius Frazier-4x100 relay

SILVER MEDALIST

McKinnley Thomas-100m and running long jump, Kavien Diggs-running long jump, Chase Richardson-Javelin, Demetrius Frazier-50m, Zeylin Thomas-100m

BRONZE MEDALIST

Mackenzie Thomas-shot put, Rylee Thomas50m and standing long jump, Malachi Morrell-100m, Ashia Mountain-200m, Zelyin Thomas-200, 4x100 relay, 4x400 relay, Brody Marshall-4x100 relay, 4x400 relay, Malik Thomas-4x1000 relay, 4x400 relay, and Jacob Johnson-4x100 relay, 4x400 relay.

Beach Safe Education Programs

GLYNN COUNTY BEach SAFE EDUCATION PROGRAMS (ALL AGES)

In cooperation with the Coastal Resources Division of DNR, we offer free beach/water safety programs and environmental/ marine life programs to educate and inform residents and visitors about the unique and fascinating features of our coastal environment. Join us and learn what it means to be BEach SAFE! In case of inclement weather on a scheduled program date, call 912-554-7780 to find out the status of the program.

DAYS: Wednesdays

DATES/TIMES: June 15/12pm July 13/12pm

INFO: 912-554-7780

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BEACH WARNING FLAGS

Glynn County utilizes the United States Lifesaving Association’s flag warning system to notify beachgoers of potential water hazards. Seasonal beach lifeguards fly the flags while they are on duty from 11am to 6pm daily from Memorial Day weekend through early August, and on weekends mid-August through Labor Day. Understanding and heeding these colored flags keeps you safe and helps you enjoy your trip to the beach.

RED: High Hazard – high surf and/or strong currents

YELLOW: Medium Hazard – moderate surf and/or currents

GREEN: Low Hazard – calm conditions, exercise caution

PURPLE: Dangerous Marine Life

Summer Aquatics

SWIM LESSONS AT SELDEN PARK

(AGES 3 & Up)

American Red Cross Swim Lessons are conducted Tuesday through Friday.

SESSION 1: June 13-23

SESSION 2: July 11-21

GUPPIES (AGE 3-5): Three fun levels teach basic aquatic safety skills to increase children’s comfort level in the water.

MINNOWS (AGE 6 & Up): Four progressive levels help swimmers of varying ages and abilities develop their water safety and swim skills.

COST: $30/session

INSTRUCTOR: GCRPD Staff

CLASS, LEVEL AGE SESSION 1 SESSION 2

Guppies, Level 1 3-5 10am 10am

Guppies, Level 2 3-5 10:30am 10:30am Guppies, Level 3 3-5 11am 11am

Minnows, Level 1 6 & up 10am 10am Minnows, Level 2 6 & up 10:30am 10:30am Minnows, Level 3 6 & up 11am 11am Minnows, Level 4 6 & up 9am & 9:30am 9am & 9:30am

PRIVATE LESSONS: Some swimmers may benefit from one-on-one lessons. The days and times for Private Lessons at Selden Park vary. Contact the pool for more information.

Fee: $15/30mins/person

SELDEN PARK LAP SWIM

DAYS/DATES/TIMES: Tuesday-Friday/June 6-August 4/8:15am-9am

COST: $3/person or $40/individual season pass

SWIM LESSONS AT NEPTUNE POOL

(AGES 6 Months & Up)

American Red Cross Swim Lessons are held Monday-Thursday. Rain makeups are on Fridays. Each session has eight 30-minute lessons.

SESSION 1: June 5-15

SESSION 2: June 19-29

SESSION 3: July 10-20

PARENT AND CHILD (SHRIMPS: AGES 6 Months-3 Years):

Instructors teach parents how to work with their children to learn and practice basic water and safety skills. A parent or guardian must be present in the water with each child. Class maximum is 10 students.

SEA TURTLES (AGES 3-5): Students’ progress through 3 levels of competency for their age group. Parents are not allowed in the water. Class maximum is 6 students.

SHARKS (AGES 6 & Up): Students’ progress through 4 levels of competency learning various swimming and water safety skills.

COST: $45/session

INSTRUCTOR: American Red Cross Instructors

ADULT LESSONS (AGES 18+): Adult Lessons are available beginning in June. Please give us a call at 912-279-2836 or 912-2793720 to find out more information.

PRIVATE LESSONS: One-on-one lessons are available throughout the summer. These lessons are 30 minutes long and are taught by our Red Cross Instructors. Schedules and times depend on availability. Private lessons must be scheduled in person at the Neptune Pool. Fee: $30/30mins/person.

Activities and Camps For Kids

TODDLER FITNESS (AGES 3-5)

Toddlers will have a blast participating in various structured games, activities, and obstacle courses to build motor skills, character skills, social skills, and selfconfidence. Playing along with other children is a great way for your little one to develop a sense of who they are and what they can do. Parents/guardians are encouraged to be active in the classes. Pre-registration required; class size limited to 20 participates so register early!!!

WINTER REGISTRATION: January 1-31

DAY/DATES/TIME: Thursdays/February 9-March 16 10:30am-11:30am

FALL REGISTRATION: August 1-31

DAY/DATES/TIME: Thursdays/September 14-October 19 10:30-11:30am

COST: $12/child

LOCATION: Selden Park Gym INFO: 912-279-2800

HOMESCHOOL PE (AGES 6-12)

Homeschool students will participate in an hour of fun games, various sports, obstacle courses and more to encourage and boost social skills, communication skills, and leadership skills. Class size limited to 20 participants so register early!!!

WINTER REGISTRATION: January 1-31/Session I February 1-28/Session II

DAY/DATES: Fridays/February 10-March 17/Session I Fridays/April 14-May 19/Session II

SESSION I: 10:30am-11:30am

SESSION II: 10:30am-11:30am

FALL REGISTRATION: August 1-31

DAY/DATES: Fridays/September 15-October 20 TIME: 10:30-11:30am

COST: $12/child

LOCATION: Selden Park Gym INFO: 912-279-2800

Activities and Camps For Kids

VEGGIE COOKING CLASS (AGES 5-14)

Does your child want to learn how to cook healthy snack and meal options? This may be the class for you! Your child will get hands on experiences with cooking and preparing healthy food options while also learning about safety in the kitchen.

DAY/DATES: Thursdays/February 21 & 28/March 7, 14, & 28/April 4, 18 & 25/May 2 & 9

TIME: 3:15pm or 5:00pm each day

COST: $200 Full 10-week session OR $20 per class plus (Material fee paid to Instructor each week)

LOCATION: Howard Coffin Park INFO: 912-279-3810

SPRING BREAK CAMP (AGES 5-12)

Children will enjoy a fun filled week of arts and crafts as well as indoor and outdoor fun and games.

DATES/TIME: April 10-14/8am-5pm COST: $55/camper

LOCATION: Howard Coffin Park INFO: 912-279-3810

SUMMER ADVENTURES CAMP AGES 5-12)

Organized camp activities include arts and crafts, games, field trips, swimming, as well as reading and math enrichment classes! Breakfast and lunch will be served to our campers. Space limited so sign up early. Sign up for one or more sessions! Preregistration is required for pre-camp and post-camp

SESSION 1: June 5-9

SESSION 2: June 12-16

SESSION 3: June 26-30

SESSION 4: July 3-7 (Closed July 4)

SESSION 5: July 10-14

SESSION 6: July 17-21

SESSION 7: July 24-28

TIMES: 8am-5pm (Pre-Camp–7:30am-8am; Post-Camp–5pm-5:30pm)

COST: $55/week (add $10 per week for Pre and PostCamp hours)

LOCATION: Howard Coffin Park INFO: 912-279-3810

Activities and Camps For Kids

SPRING JUNIOR TENNIS CLINICS

(AGES 4-14)

Spring Tennis clinic sessions.

REGISTRATION: Monthly.

SESSION 1: January 9-February 2

SESSION 2: February 6-March 2

SESSION 3: March 6-March 30

SESSION 4: April 11-May 5

Mondays: Junior Match Play or Clinic

Ages 11-14/4:30pm-5:30pm/$70

Tuesdays: Ages 4-6/4pm-4:30pm/$50

Ages 7-10/4:30pm-5:30pm/$70

Wednesdays: Ages 11-14/4:30pm-5:30pm/$70

Thursdays: Ages 4-6/4pm-4:30pm/$50

Ages 7-10/4:30pm-5:30pm/$70

For more information, please visit our website at glynnrec@glynncounty-ga.gov

INSTRUCTOR: SSI Tennis Academy, LLC

LOCATION: Epworth Park (St. Simons Island)

INFO: 912-279-2836

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SUMMER TENNIS CAMPS FOR KIDS

(AGES 4-14)

Tennis camps and clinics for kids will be offered throughout the summer! Sign up for one or more sessions!

SESSION 1: June 5-7

SESSION 2: June 12-14

SESSION 3: June 19-21

SESSION 4: June 26-28

SESSION 5: July 10-12

SESSION 6: July 17-19

SESSION 7: July 24-26

SESSION 8: July 31-August 2

TIMES/COST: Ages 4-6/8:30am-9:30am/$60 session

Ages 7-10/9:30am-11am/$80 session

Ages 11-14/11am-12:30pm/$80 session

LOCATION: Epworth Park (St. Simons Island)

INSTRUCTOR: SSI Tennis Academy, LLC

INFO: 912-279-2836

FALL TENNIS CLINICS FOR KIDS

(AGES 4-15)

Tennis lessons for kids will be offered throughout the Fall on St. Simons Island! Lessons are held at the Epworth Park tennis courts. Sign up for one or more sessions!

REGISTRATION: Monthly

SESSION 1: September-October

SESSION 11: October-November (view webpage for age group dates)

Mondays: Junior Play

Ages 11-15/4:30-5:30/$70

Tuesdays: Ages 4-6/3:45-4:30/$60 Ages 7-10/4:30-5:30/$70

Thursdays: Ages 4-6/3:45-4:30/$60 Ages 7-12 /4:30-5:30/$70

Adult Sports and Fitness Programs

FALL CO-ED ADULT KICKBALL (AGES

18+)

Remember how much fun you had playing kickball during school recess? Were you the king or queen of the kickball field? Here is your chance to experience it all again! Gather your friends and join our adult co-ed kickball league!!! Don’t miss the opportunity to act like a kid again!!!! A team roster must be completed to participate.

SPRING REGISTRATION: February 1-28

FALL REGISTRATION: August 1-31

SEASON: Monday & Wednesday nights COST: $350 per team

SOUL LINE DANCING

This class is for beginners and professionals alike. You can learn the hottest line dances in the 1-hour class, along with balance and flexibility. It’s easy and fun when you learn with others. Get ready to laugh, sweat, and have a ball! Wear comfortable clothing, sneakers and bring your towel!

DAYS/TIME: Tuesdays/6:30pm-7:30pm (Except on County Holidays and Elections Days) COST: $6/Class/drop in fee

LOCATION: Selden Park Gym

INSTRUCTOR: Tovah Reuven INFO: 912-279-2800

LOW-IMPACT AEROBICS

This low-impact cardio class is guaranteed to make you sweat, but not over-exert yourself. Workouts include cardio, step, abs, weights, toning, and stretching. Each class leaves you with plenty of energy to carry on with your evening activities.

DAYS/TIME: Monday-Thursday/5:30pm-6:30pm (Except on County Holidays and Elections Days)

COST: $10 Monthly/$2 Daily

LOCATION: Selden Park Gym

INSTRUCTOR: Rhonda Jaudon

INFO: 912-279-2800

LOCATION: Howard Coffin Park or Mallery Park Spring Kickball will be at Howard Coffin Park/ Fall location TBD INFO: 912-279-3810 or 912-279-2836

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FALL CO-ED ADULT SOFTBALL

(AGES 18+)

This league is open to any player who will participate as a team member during the season and played under sanctioned USA Softball rules. This is a recreational league with teams comprised of men and women. A team roster must be completed to participate.

SPRING REGISTRATION: March 1-31

FALL REGISTRATION: August 1-31

SEASON: Tuesday & Thursday nights

COST: $450 per team

LOCATION: North Glynn Recreation Complex INFO: 912-279-3810

ONGOING ADULT ACTIVITIES HELD AT COUNTY PARKS

Golden Isles Horseshoe Club – Sterling Park INFO: 912-282-7588

Open Gym Basketball – Selden Park INFO: 912-279-2800

Open Gym Volleyball – Selden Park INFO: 912-279-2800

Table Tennis – Selden Park INFO: 912-279-2800

Disc Golf (10-hole course) – Gascoigne Bluff Park INFO: 912-279-2836

Disc Golf (18-hole course) - North Glynn Complex INFO: 912-554-7780

Pickleball – Various locations INFO: 912-554-7780

Tennis – Various locations INFO: 912-554-7780

Fishing/Kayaking/Camping – Blythe Island Regional Park INFO: 912-279-2812

NEW! ADULT MINIATURE GOLF LEAGUE

(AGES 18+)

Do you have what it takes to be the Holein-One Champ? Get a partner and join us for an awesome time. Teams are comprised of 2 people.

SPRING REGISTRATION: March 1-31

FALL REGISTRATION: September 1-30

SEASON: Tuesday nights/6pm-8pm

COST: $50 per team

LOCATION: Neptune Fun Zone, SSI INFO: 912-554-7780 or 912-279-2836

Special Events

PITCH, HIT, AND RUN (AGES 7-14)

Free event allows boys and girls to showcase pitching, hitting, and running abilities with the opportunity to advance through four levels of competition including the finals at the MLB All-Star Game. Birth certificate required at registration. On-site registration begins at 5:30pm at the North Glynn Baseball concession stand.

DAY/DATE/TIME: Wednesday/March 22/6pm (subject to change)

LOCATION: North Glynn Recreation Complex INFO: 912-554-7780

POLAR PLUNGE (ALL AGES)

How brave are you? Come take a dip in the icy waters of the Howard Coffin Park Pool and find out! There will be a prize for the best costume!

DAY/DATE/TIME: Saturday/January 7/12pm

COST: Free INFO: 912-279-2836

AMERICAN RED CROSS BABYSITTING

TRAINING (AGES 11-14)

Fee includes handbook, emergency reference guide with CD-ROM and CPR mask. Class limited to 10 participants

DAY/DATE/TIME: Saturday/February 4/9am-5pm Saturday/October 7/9am-5pm

COST: $55/person

LOCATION: St. Simons Mallery Office INFO: 912-279-2836

MOVIE AT THE PARK (ALL AGES)

Looking for something fun to do on a Friday in the Spring? Bring your blanket, chair, and all your friends to our family friendly movie at the park.

DAY/DATE/TIME: Friday/April 7/6pm-8pm

COST: $1/person; $1/concession items (Cash only please!)

LOCATION: Howard Coffin Park INFO: 912-279-3810

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AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARDING CLASS (AGES 15 & Up)

NEPTUNE PARK POOL JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CLASS (AGES 11-15)

Junior Lifeguard class will provide participants the opportunity to experience some aspects of what it takes to be a certified Lifeguard. Participants will complete a condensed version of the Lifeguard Test, experiment with lifesaving equipment used by guards and discuss safety in the water. All participants will be required to have a signed waiver by a parent/guardian.

DATE/TIME: Saturday/ May 6/9am-4pm /Session l

(Participants need to bring their lunch)

Saturday/May 13/9am-4pm/Session ll

(Participants need to bring their lunch)

COST: $20/person (Includes Junior Lifeguard t-shirt)

LOCATION: Neptune Park Pool INFO: 912-279-2836

Special Events

SUMMER MOVIE SERIES

Take a break from the summer heat and enjoy a family friendly movie at the Casino! Movies will be announced in the spring on our Facebook page.

DATES: June 14, June 28, July 26

SHOWINGS: 10am, 12:30pm, and 3pm each day

COST: $1/person; $1/concession items (Cash only please!)

LOCATION: Neptune Park – Casino Theater INFO: 912-554-7780

BACK TO SCHOOL SPLASH PARTY

Glynn County students are invited to our Splash Party featuring fun, festivities, and food. Activities in the gym and at the pool include games, music, and much more. Gym activities are free. Pool admission will be discounted for students.

DAY/DATE/TIME: Saturday/July 29/1pm-5pm

COST: Pool Admission is $1 for ages 3-13 /$2 for ages 14-17/$3 adults

LOCATION: Selden Park INFO: 912-279-2800

DROOL AT THE POOL

Bring your pooch and enjoy a dip in the pool! All pups receive a treat! This event is offered in partnership with Glynn County Animal Services.

DAY/DATE/TIME: Saturday/September 16/10am-1pm COST: $2/dog

LOCATION: Neptune Park Pool INFO: 912-279-2836

NO CARVE PUMPKIN PARTY (AGES 3-5 with parent)

Bring your pumpkin and creative juices to our pumpkin party! We will supply everything you need to decorate your pumpkin! A parent or guardian must accompany children. Preregistration is encouraged.

DAY/DATE/TIME: Monday/October 9/10am-12pm COST: $2/child

LOCATION: St. Simons Casino INFO: 912-279-2836

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THANKSGIVING MOVIE BREAK

Keep the little ones busy with a movie on the big screen! Seating is limited, so come early.

DAY/DATE: November 22

SHOWINGS: 11am, 1pm, 3pm COST: $1/person; $1 concession items (Cash only please!)

LOCATION: Neptune Park – Casino Theater INFO: 912-554-7780

SANTA PAWS

Get a jump start on your holiday card! You and your pup(s) can be photographed with Santa! Pups must be current on all vaccines. This event is offered in partnership with Glynn County Animal Services.

DAY/DATE/TIME: Thursday/November 30/3pm-6pm COST: Free LOCATION: St. Simons Casino INFO: 912-554-7780

SANTA CINEMA

SANTA’S MAILBOX

Santa’s elves will install magical mailboxes at Glynn County Recreation and Parks offices for children to mail letters to Santa! Applications will be available at all locations and online at www.glynncounty. org/recreation by November 13. Santa will respond to children who send letters by December 13.

DATES: November 13-December 13

Each child will visit with Santa and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies. Parents will have the opportunity to take photos, and Santa will have a special gift for each child. A Christmas classic will be shown every half hour in the theater. Don’t forget to write or drop off your letter to Santa!!!!!

DAY/DATE/TIME: Friday/December 1/6pm-8pm

COST: $3/person (Cash only please!)

LOCATION: St. Simons Casino INFO: 912-554-7780

LOCATIONS: Ballard Park, Mallery Park, Selden Park, Blythe Island Regional Park INFO: 912-554-7780

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Youth Athletics

Space in youth athletic leagues is limited per age group.Register early! Don’t delay!!

VOLUNTEERS: Interested in applying for a volunteer coaching opportunity? Please contact us at glynnrec@glynncounty-ga. gov for an application. All volunteers must successfully complete the County’s criminal background check prior to being assigned to a team.

NEW! VOLUNTEER HEAD COACH REFUND

POLICY: The Glynn County Board of Commissioners approved the policy of GCRPD to provide a refund on participant registration fees paid by a parent/legal guardian who successfully serves as a volunteer head coach for his/ her child’s youth athletic team organized by GCRPD in accordance with the Volunteer Coach Refund Policy and Procedures. The Parent or Parent’s spouse must register and pay his/her child’s sport registration fee during the established GCRPD registration period. The Parent must apply and be selected by GCRPD to serve as a volunteer head coach and have completed all required training and paperwork.

TEAM SPONSORSHIPS: Glynn County Recreation and Parks encourages local businesses to sponsor a team! For more information, please contact us at glynnrec@ glynncounty-ga.gov.

ATHLETICS4ALL SCHOLARSHIP: Glynn County Recreation and Parks offers a scholarship program to county residents who meet defined eligibility criteria to apply for available funding to offset youth athletic league registration fees charged to participants in designated programs. The scholarship program is funded by proceeds from mainland athletics concessions. For more information and to see if you qualify, call 912-554-7780 or email us at glynnrec@glynncounty-ga.gov.

AGE CALCULATION FOR YOUTH SPORTS: Age prior to September 1 determines league placement

SPRING YOUTH BASEBALL (AGES 3-15)

Baseball is offered on the mainland and St. Simons Island. St. Simons Island Opening Day, April 1!

REGISTRATION: January 1-31 PRACTICES BEGIN: Week of March 6/Baseball Week of February 13/T-Ball & Blastball GAMES BEGIN: Week of March 27/Baseball Week of February 27/T-Ball & Blastball INFO: 912-554-7780 or 912-279-2836

Glynn County Recreation and Parks

SPRING YOUTH SOFTBALL (AGES 7-15)

Softball is offered on the mainland and St. Simons Island.

REGISTRATION: January 1-31

PRACTICES BEGIN: Week of March 6

GAMES BEGIN: Week of March 27 INFO: 912-554-7780 or 912-279-2836

SPRING YOUTH SOCCER (AGES 6-14)

Spring leagues focus on player development and fundamentals with small-sided games.

REGISTRATION DATES: January 1-31

PRACTICES BEGIN: Week of February 20

GAMES BEGINS: Week of March 20 INFO: 912-554-7780

SPRING YOUTH TRACK (AGES 7-14, CO-ED)

Track is a great way to get children excited about physical fitness and staying active! The program promotes youth fitness and provides a fun learning experience for children through running and jumping.

REGISTRATION DATES: February 1-28

PRACTICES BEGIN: Weeknights/5pm-7:30pm/starting week of March 6 MEETS: Saturdays/9am-5pm/starting in late March LOCATIONS: Howard Coffin Park and Brunswick High School COST: $24 INFO: 912-279-3810 SPRING YOUTH SOCCER

FALL YOUTH FOOTBALL (AGES 5-12)

REGISTRATION DATES: July 1-31

PRACTICES BEGIN: End of August GAMES BEGIN: Mid-September INFO: 912-554-7780

FALL YOUTH CHEERLEADING (AGES 5-12)

Participants learn motion, jumps, cheers, and dance, and have fun working on body movement, listening skills, coordination, and teamwork. All skills levels and abilities are encouraged!

REGISTRATION DATES: July 1-31 PRACTICES BEGIN: End of August GAMES BEGIN: Mid-September INFO: 912-554-7780

FALL YOUTH SOCCER (AGES 3-17)

REGISTRATION DATES: July 1-31

PRACTICES BEGIN: End of August

GAMES BEGIN: Mid-September

INFO: 912-554-7780 (Mainland) or 912-279-2836 (St. Simons Island)

WINTER YOUTH BASKETBALL (AGES 3-14)

REGISTRATION DATES: October 1-31

PRACTICES BEGIN: Early December

GAMES BEGIN: Week of January 8 Week of November 6/mini-hoopers and instructional INFO: 912-554-7780 (Mainland) or 912-279-2836(St. Simons Island)

BASKETBALL DEVELOPMENT 4-DAY CLINIC (AGES 7-17)

Selden Park staff will lead participants in a four-day clinic with two separate sessions according to age. The clinic will be held for 3 hours of structured basketball basics and fundamentals for young men and women. Clinics include skill evaluations, conditioning, shooting, passing, dribbling, educating, and character building. Parents should provide their child with plenty of fluids and light snack. Each class size limited to 50, so register early!

REGISTRATION: October 1-October 31 ORIENTATION DAY/DATE/TIME: Friday/December 15/6:00pm-7:00pm

COURSE DATE: December 18-December 21 DAYS/TIMES: Session l/Monday-Thursday/ 9am-12pm (ages 7-12) Session ll/Monday-Thursday/ 1pm-4pm (ages 13-17)

COST: $30/person LOCATION: Selden Park INFO: 912-279-2800

will begin in November.

Flag Safety System

Glynn County’s BEach SaFE Program promotes beach and water safety education to residents and visitors. Keeping our beach goers informed and safe is a top priority! The two most popular public beach access areas on St. Simons Island are Massengale Park and Coast Guard Park/East Beach.

MassENgalE Park

1350 Ocean Boulevard amenities: Picnic area with grills, playground, restroom facilities, parking, and beach access with ADA accessible mats

Coast guard Park 4100 First Street amenities: Picnic area, seasonal concession facility, restroom/bathhouse facilities, parking, sand volleyball court, and beach access with ADA accessible mats As you make plans to spend a day at the beach, please be aware of the following:

• Beach guards are on duty from massengale Park to coast guard Park as follows: 11am-6pm daily beginning the Friday before Memorial Day to early-August 11am-6pm weekends – early-August to Labor Day

• Sandbar Patrol by trained Glynn County personnel is conducted on select weekends in April, May, and September. Patrol is typically 2 ½ hours before high tide and 1 ½ hours after high tide.

• Do not swim to the visible sand bars. Our tides change quickly and will submerge the sandbar and leave swimmers stranded in deep water.

• Due to the unique shape of our beach, the currents can be swift and dangerous at times. Even the strongest of swimmers may struggle in the strong currents. Don’t swim alone!

• Glynn County utilizes a Beach Warning Flag system.

• For more beach and water safety tips, visit the Glynn County website at www.glynncounty-ga.gov.