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February 2019
Indoor Pickleball
ADULTS, ALL LEVELS WELCOME Pick up a paddle and try a new sport! Due to popular demand, we’re bringing you one of the fastest growing sports in the nation, Pickleball. This fun and social game was created on Bainbridge Island, and is described as a combination of ping-pong, tennis, and badminton. Played on a badminton-sized court with a low net, it uses whiffle balls and paddles. It is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fast…
Find out more »March 2019
Youth Ultimate Frisbee
COED, GRADES 6-8 (Kids in grades 4-5 with prior Ultimate Frisbee experience may join) Learn and play Ultimate Frisbee! Ultimate combines the continuous movement and endurance of soccer with the aerial passing skills of football, and the goal of completing a pass to a player in the end zone. Teamwork, spirit and safety are ingrained in the sport and are emphasized here. Participants learn the basics of throwing, catching, and positioning from volunteer coaches. Kids will love trying a new…
Find out more »Daddy & Daughter Ball
Save the date for this fun opportunity for dads to take their daughters out for an evening of fun and dancing. This yearly ball has become a favorite local tradition with 300+ coming for a special night out together.
All ages are welcome, though the dance is most frequented by girls ages 3 – 14. We broaden ‘dads’ to include other adult escorts of the girls’ choice.
Not much of a dancer? No matter; John Travolta’s dancing skills are not required when the DJ plays “YMCA”. It’s simply an evening to put on your best duds, get goofy on the dance floor, have a nice photo taken together and visit with other dads and daughters.
Your all-inclusive ticket includes sweet refreshments, a digital photo (available online 4 weeks after the dance), and a raffle ticket for a chance at door prizes! Tickets are $30 in advance/$35 at the door (if space is available). Tickets for additional daughters: $15/each. Purchase tickets in advance at https://www.activityreg.com/ClientPage_t2.wcs?clientid=WHIDBEY&siteid=1
Location: South Whidbey High School ‘Commons’
Find out more »Canine Good Citizen
Charm school for your dog! Humans 16+; Dogs 6+ months* Do you wish your dog were more courteous? Or better behaved in public? Learn how to teach your dog good manners using the power of positive reinforcement and games you’ll both enjoy. We’ll work on polite greetings, loose leash walking, being handled, and meeting strangers, with an emphasis on self-control, patience and cooperation. Prepare your dog to pass the AKC Canine Good Citizen test, learn how to address problem behaviors…
Find out more »Dog Sports Sampler
Old Dogs, New Tricks HUMANS AGE 16+ and DOGS OF ALL AGES* Beat the winter blahs! Try out some dog sports while having fun and learning the foundations of good dog training. Dog sports provide mental and physical stimulation, build better relationships and have practical value. They create confidence and trust as you mindfully coach your dog from one challenge to the next, and they enrich both your lives with creativity and variety. In class you’ll get a taste of…
Find out more »Drip Irrigation Class
Plus Intro to Dwarf Conifers & Garden Tour ADULTS Drip Irrigation, which Rod calls "the best ever adult tinker toy set," is almost essential for any garden on berms or hillsides (to avoid runoff) or in gardens of great size. It is very easy to install and maintain if kept simple. Inexpensive timers allow gardeners to go "on vacation" and travel worry-free. No winter protection is required. Come see how 80-year-old Rod does it and get his recommendations for good…
Find out more »Running Club
GRADES 4-5 The goal of Road Runners Club of America is to see a youth running club in every school and community in the U.S. Each meeting we will have short discussions regarding health and fitness followed by physical activity. We will focus on proper form, running etiquette, stretching, warming up, cooling down and fun. Every day we’ll head out on the trails and fields of Community Park. Be prepared to participate rain or shine, and help create a supportive…
Find out more »Magic Club
Become a Magician! AGES 8-12, BEGINNERS Become a magician! Discover Magic is an innovative national education program specially designed to teach key life skills to kids through the process of learning to perform magic. Kids will be engrossed in learning and performing magic while developing valuable social interaction skills: communication skills, self-discipline, and confidence. The tricks are designed for first time learners that will not only fool adults, but will develop and unlock exciting possibilities in every child. Visit www.DiscoverMagic.com for…
Find out more »Whidbey Ultimate Middle School Tournament
Come to scenic Whidbey Island for a fun one-day event on the pristine fields of South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District’s Sports Complex. The fields are a 20-minute ferry ride from Mukilteo, and a 10-minute drive to the park. Event may be cancelled or relocated based on weather and field conditions. Advance registration required! Coaches will register and pay for their team, then direct all players to join the team online. Be sure to indicate the team name. All players…
Find out more »May 2019
Oyster Gardening
Learn to cultivate these seafood gems! ADULTS & YOUTH AGES 16+ Discover the fun and satisfaction of cultivating your own oyster garden on your beach. Learn about suitable beaches, gear, oyster types, and health and environmental considerations. You will assemble gear for your garden and receive oyster seed to begin growing oysters. The 3-day class will include a visit to an oyster garden and classroom time. Gardening experience is very helpful and will help you understand the attention required to…
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