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May 2019
Art Smarts
Books & Art Projects Grades 2–4 Join us for artistic fun on Early Release Wednesdays! We’ll start each class by reading a playful book together, then dive into an exciting art project inspired by the book. Each class will bring a different book and project, so students can experience different techniques and art mediums. Students will be given enough structure to feel successful, but also be given lots of opportunities to be creative! There are no wrong answers in art! Min…
Find out more »June 2019
Reactive Dog Clinic
Work with your dog to gain confidence in social interactions Adults* Join us for this opportunity to work with others who also own reactive dogs, to gain confidence, calm, and capability. Teach your dog (and yourself) the self-confidence and the skills needed to relax, focus, and enjoy being around others – people, dogs, other animals and activities. Pre-requisites: Must provide proof of current vaccinations at first class. Participants must be able to keep physical control of their dog. We reserve…
Find out more »Adult Sailing Lessons
ADULTS & YOUTH 16+ Sailing is an activity that can be enjoyed for a lifetime. Come feel the wind on your face, breathe the fresh air and learn how those little boats get from place to place using only the wind. It’s easy and fun. We know it’s one of those things you always wanted to do - so do it now!! The South Whidbey Yacht Club offers these sessions of the US Sailing Course for Beginning Sailing. The on-the-water…
Find out more »CPR & First Aid Training
Youth Ages 14+ and Adults In this course, you will learn and practice how to effectively recognize and respond to medical emergencies in the critical first minutes until emergency medical services arrive. These skills include CPR (for adults, children, and infants), First Aid, and use of an AED. Those who successfully complete the course will earn their ASHI CPR/FA card. Instructor: Jon Gabelein, Firefighter, EMT, ASHI Instructor and Coupeville School District teacher. jgabelein@whidbey.com Location: SWPRD Building, 5475 Maxwelton Road, Langley, Room 111 Min 5/Max 25 Sat | Jun 15 | 9am-1pm |…
Find out more »Chum Run
Walk or run with your chums! Saturday, June 15, 2019 at 10 a.m. race start. Join us for the 22nd annual Chum Run 5K, and walk or run to benefit South Whidbey Parks & Rec, and the Healthy Island Youth Scholarship Fund (HIYI)**. Enjoy fun & friendly competition while helping to raise funds for a good cause, and score a classy Chum Run shirt. Shirts only guaranteed for registrations received by May 24. Awards are given three deep in student…
Find out more »Skimboard Painting Workshop
AGES 7-17 Paint your own one-of-a-kind skimboard. Join artists from Jack’d Skimboards to learn the basic techniques for painting with acrylic, watercolor, pencil, pen, airbrush, and screen printing. Each participant will be provided with a blank skimboard; the magic begins as each student creates their own masterpiece using one or all of the techniques available. At the end of class the boards will be finished by members of Jack’d and then will be available for pickup 2–3 weeks after class.…
Find out more »High School Tennis
Ages 14-17, Beginners-Varsity Calling all high school tennis players! No matter your experience level, there will be a place for you even if you do not plan on joining the team. We will be working on basics at first but quickly move into athletic drills and match play to get you ready for upcoming seasons. Participants provide their own tennis racquet, though some loaners will be availabe. Dress appropriate for the weather and bring a water bottle. Min 4/Max 16…
Find out more »Adult Tennis Lessons
ADULTS & YOUTH 16+, BEGINNERS These beginner tennis lessons are designed to introduce adults to the fundamentals of tennis in a fun and energetic format. Meet other tennis players for a summer of tennis play! Lessons held twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 1 hour, total of 8 lessons for the first session and the August session will be Tuesday and Thursday for an hour and a half each with a total of 6 lessons. Participants need to provide…
Find out more »Adult Coed Softball
Come show us that you still have it! Get exercise and blow off some workday steam at the best fields around. Pull a team together or join the pick-up list. This is a clean, community oriented, alcohol–free league. We follow ASA rules for softball with some exceptions; refer to the Adult Softball League Handbook. Emphasis is on healthful competition in a recreational atmosphere. We provide one umpire per game to facilitate fair and spirited games. Teams typically play 2 games…
Find out more »Tree Climbing for the Active Senior
Ages 55+ Who said climbing giant trees is only for young whippersnappers? Climbing old-growth trees at Deception Pass State Park is open to everyone; our oldest climber to climb on their own strength was 89 and the oldest for an assisted climb was 98! This unique activity will offer a powerful new persepctive of nature rarely seen and an unforgettable experience that will be cherished for life. If physical strength is a concern, the participant can pay $80 extra ahead…
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