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PARK AND REC E-NEWSLETTER, FEBRUARY 2009
Greetings again from Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation. We hope this
e-newsletter helps you enjoy our many offerings of fun, competition and good
health. Please tell us what you think by using the Send Feedback link in the
toolbox to the right. Winter is a great time to get going with Park and Rec!
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PARK PROJECTS ON HOLD AS MECKLENBURG COUNTY COMMISSIONERS FORCED TO DELAY
BORROWING
Faced with a deteriorating economy and falling tax revenue, Mecklenburg's
Board of County Commissioners agreed to go on a "debt diet." The county will
delay issuance of new bonds authorized by voters. This will slow down $20
million worth of new parks and greenway projects in the near future. County
Manager Harry Jones said delays are necessary to reduce unexpected and
significant budget gaps. Some bonds may be delayed until Fiscal Year 2010.
The County Manager urged commissioners to "think differently" because of
changing circumstances created by economic recession.
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Sagging economy forces tough choices at Mecklenburg County government.
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IF YOUR YOUNGSTERS WANT TO GO TO SUMMER DAY CAMP WITH PARK AND RECREATION,
NOW IS THE TIME TO SIGN-UP. OPENINGS ARE LIMITED!
Now is the time to think about sending youngsters to
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pdf> summer day camp. Park and Recreation hosts more than 60 camps. They
include many fun and educational activities for youngsters, with special
camps for youngsters and adults with disabilities through our
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Inside+The+Department/Divi
sions/Therapeutics/Home.htm> Therapeutic Recreation section. We offer many
camps in partnership with groups like the YMCA. Register for most online at
<http://parkrez.co.mecklenburg.nc.us/Activities/Activities.asp?SCheck=618966
274&SDT=39146.5911026968> Eparks. Use barcode camp number, if listed.
Otherwise call 311 or other number listed. Most registrations are now open.
Registration for camps at
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Aquatics/Aquatic+Center+In
formation.htm> Mecklenburg County Aquatic Center begins March 2.
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Wood you like to carve? Learn more at Woodcarvers Showcase.
WOODCARVERS SHOW OFF THEIR CLEVER TALENTS AT WOODCARVERS SHOWCASE FEB 21 &
22.
Park and Rec hosts the Charlotte Woodcarvers Showcase of Woodcarvings at
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Facilities/Recreation+Cent
ers/MarionDiehl.htm> Marion Diehl Recreation Center Feb 21 & 22, 10am-4pm.
Admission is FREE. This is a judged exhibition of woodcarvings from amateur
and professional woodcarvers from across the southeast. Subjects include
caricatures, birds of prey, chip carving, human busts, ducks, and more.
Vendors will be on hand to sell wood, tools, and supplies to "wood-be"
carvers. Mini-seminars will be given on various topics. For more info call
Rod Gatlin of the woodcarvers: 704-529-1748 or check
<http://www.charlottewoodcarvers.com/> www.charlottewoodcarvers.com.
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CAROLINA SPEED, MECKLENBURG PARK AND REC INVITE SIGN-UPS FOR SPRING YOUTH
INDOOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE!
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Home.htm> Park and
Recreation and <http://www.carolinaspeed.com/> Carolina Speed invite
youngsters, ages 9-12, to sign-up for the new Youth Indoor Football League
which plays at <http://www.cricketarenacharlotte.com/> Bojangles Coliseum
Saturdays beginning in April. Eight teams will be formed in the first ever
league endorsed by the Speed and the <http://www.aifaprofootball.com/>
American Indoor Football Association. League features 8-on-8 play on the
field, with team rosters of 15-20 players. Speed coaches and staff worked
with us to adapt professional rules to youth capabilities. Speed players and
coaches will hold coaching clinics and training camps for players. Register
at <http://eparks.charmeck.org/> http://eparks.charmeck.org course barcode
#42490. Or call 311 to register or for more information.
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FEB. 7 AT BEATTY PARK BENEFITS WOUNDED AND RECOVERING MARINES
The second annual
<http://www.charlotterunning.com/buddychallenge/index.asp> Marine Buddy
Challenge takes place Feb 7, 7am-10:30am, at
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/So
uth+District/Colonel+Francis+Beatty.htm> Colonel Francis Beatty Park.
Two-person team competition simulates Marine Corps' new Combat Fitness Test
of overall fitness. Teams compete in combat-simulation maneuvers, plus a
four-mile on/off-road run with backpack. How's that for tough?!
Participants register in one of six categories, without regard to age or
gender. Team members stay together (a Marine never leaves one behind), dress
alike (uniform appearance), and carry backpacks. Members of 4th Maintenance
Battalion serve as Drill Instructors. Proceeds benefit nonprofits which help
wounded Marines. For more info contact Barb Christie at 704-847-1317.
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How do you measure up to the few,
the proud, the Marines?
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SIGN-UPS NOW UNDERWAY FOR ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUES ORGANIZED BY
MECKLENBURG PARK AND RECREATION
We invite teams to register in February for Adult Flag Football Leagues.
Play starts in March. Players must be 18 years old. Register for five
divisions: 9 player recreational or competitive (men's leagues), 7 player
screen (men's league), 7-player co-ed league, or a 5-player women's league.
Team fees run $275-$525 in various divisions. Games will be weeknights and
Saturday mornings at <http://pages.cms.k12.nc.us/mallardcreekhs/> Mallard
Creek High School,
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/Ce
ntral+District+I/RevolutionPK.htm> Revolution Park,
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/Ce
ntral+District+I/Clanton.htm> Clanton Park,
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/No
rtheast+District/NevinPK.htm> Nevin Park, and
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/Ce
ntral+District+II/SugawCreek.htm> Sugaw Creek Park. To at
<http://parkrez.co.mecklenburg.nc.us/Activities/Activities.asp?SCheck=618966
274&SDT=39146.5911026968> Eparks using the following course barcode numbers
or call 311:
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#42436 for 9-man (recreational or competitive)
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#42437 for 7-man
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#42437 for 7-man screen
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#42273 for 7-co-ed
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#43091 for 5-women
For more information call 311 or Athletic Coordinator Marquisha Clayburn at
704 552-8213.
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'BATTER UP': ADULT SOFTBALL LEAGUES NOW FORMING FOR PARK AND REC PLAY THIS
SPRING
Sign-up now for Park and Recreation adult softball leagues starting in
mid-March at several parks. Leagues are forming for men's, co-rec, and
church teams. Players must be age 18. Fees run $375-$400/team. Register at
<http://parkrez.co.mecklenburg.nc.us/Activities/Activities.asp?SCheck=618966
274&SDT=39146.5911026968> Eparks using the following barcode numbers:
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#43933 for Co-Rec "A" League at Nevin Park, play Tuesdays and
Thursdays
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#42508 for Co-Rec "B" League at Hornets Nest Park, play Thursdays
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#42509-Men's "B" League at Hornets Nest Park, play Tuesdays
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#42511- Men's Church League at Park Road Park, play Mondays,
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#42512-Men's "C" League at Renaissance Park, play Wednesdays
*
#42514-Co-Rec Church at Hornets Nest Park, play Mondays,
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#42575-Co-Rec "C" League at Park Road Park, play Wednesdays
GET HEALTHY AND FIT WITH "CARDIOMIX," ADULT EXERCISE AT WEST CHARLOTTE REC
CENTER
Join a great group exercise program called CardioMix at
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Facilities/Recreation+Cent
ers/WestCharlotteRec.htm> West Charlotte Recreation Center. Dynamic and
effective workouts with aerobic, strength, and mind/body conditioning for
active adults, age 18 and older. Class meets Thursdays, 6:30-7:30pm.
Register for any month before the first of the month. Cost: $25 a month. For
more information or to register, contact
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Facilities/Recreation+Cent
ers/WestCharlotteRec.htm> West Charlotte Recreation Center at 704-393-1560
or via <mailto:James.Brown@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> e-mail. Or call
Infinity Fitness: 704-363-2471.
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Each week at CardioMix offers new workouts with an instructor.
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"FAIRY HOUSE FESTIVAL" PROMISES ENCHANTING TIME FOR YOUNGSTERS AT LATTA
PLANTATION NATURE PRESERVE
We invite children and families to a "Fairy House Festival," Sat, Feb. 14,
10am-4 pm, at
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Inside+The+Department/Divi
sions/Stewardship+Services/Nature+Preserves/Latta.htm> Latta Plantation
Nature Preserve. Discover the joy and magic of fairy houses. Event includes
storytelling, face painting, crafts, and children's activities with
refreshments available. Prizes for best fairy and gnome costume and for
construction of the best fairy house. Learn how to build your own fairy
house. (A fairy house is a house an outdoor natural habitat structure for
fairies, insects and small animals.) For more information call 311 or
704-875-1391. Discover the joy and magic of fairy houses. Event includes
storytelling, face painting, crafts, and children's activities with
refreshments available. Prizes for best fairy and gnome costume and for
construction of the best fairy house. Learn how to build your own fairy
house. (A fairy house is a house an outdoor natural habitat structure for
fairies, insects and small animals.) For more information call 311 or 704
875-1391.
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IMPROVE YOUR COMMUNITY! LEARN HOW AT COMMUNITY UNIVERSITY
Literature is now available at all our recreation centers about the
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Neighborhood+Dev/Sustain+Neighborhoods/
Vision+Charlotte.htm> Charlotte Neighborhood Development Department's
"Community University." CU offers free workshops on neighborhood improvement
and community organization for Charlotte residents, at the McCrorey YMCA,
3801 Beatties Ford Rd, 6:30-8:30pm on:
* Feb. 3: Your Neighborhood Organization: Basics and Beyond
* Feb. 11: Developing Our Future: Mobilizing Youth for Neighborhoods
* Feb. 19: Technology Tools for Your Neighborhood
* Feb. 24: Fun with Neighborhood Fundraising
To register go to: <http://neighborhoods.charmeck.org/>
http://neighborhoods.charmeck.org and click on the CU icon or
<mailto:neighservs@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> e-mail.
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E-PLANT TIPS FOR WINTER FROM THE NC COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE
In Mecklenburg County, the Cooperative Extension Service is part of Park and
Recreation and offers the following tips for gardeners:
* Early spring is the second best time (first best is fall) to plant
trees and shrubs but keep in mind watering is essential in the summer
months.
* Don't over mulch newly planted trees and shrubs. Two to three inches
of mulch is best - less if a fine material, more if coarse. Use either
organic mulches (shredded or chunk pine bark, pine straw, composts) or
inorganic mulches (volcanic and river rocks) is okay too.
The usefulness of a garden tool can only be obtained by keeping the tool
clean and sharp. Learn the techniques of sharpening each tool, and practice
them frequently. Professional gardeners frequently sharpen their tools (at
least daily). Clean your tools after each use and oil the blades.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES AT PARK AND RECREATION!
For information on volunteering for any of these programs, contact: Lori
Saylor at 704-336-5478 or via <mailto:lori.saylor@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
e-mail. NOTE: Volunteers under age 16 must accompany an adult. Volunteers in
Therapeutic Recreation (TR) Division must be 18 years old. We need
volunteers for:
*
Rodney's Great Kids Triathlon, Sat 4/18, 7am-1 pm, Mecklenburg
Aquatic Center, Volunteers will help monitor course, pass out water and
cheer to participants. Great crew last year!
*
Be-A-Champion Track and Field, Tuesdays in May, 5:30pm-8:30pm at
JCSU and various rec centers. Ages 16 and up needed. Assist the "Be -A-
Champion" youth track and field league. Volunteers help run all aspects of
track meets.
*
Events on the Green, Sat May 16, 6pm-10 pm, Albemarle Rd Recreation
Center. During live WWX Wrestling match and Motorcycle show, work with food
vendors, movie, music and kids activities. Ages 16 and up needed.
*
Community Easter Egg Hunt, Sat. April 11, 11am-1pm, Albemarle Rd
Recreation Center. Help hide eggs and assist little children as needed with
hunt, tattoos, ring toss, etc.
*
Spring Carnival, Tuckaseegee Rec Center, Saturday April 18, 1pm-6pm.
Help with the Tuckaseegee Spring Carnival and talent show. Set up and run
games and booths, monitor assigned areas, help break down.
*
Triathlon at Jetton Park, May 9, 7am - 12 pm. Help with
registration, information, the events and pick up after the event.
*
Asian Festival Ramsey Creek Park, Sat, May 16, 7am - 4pm (2 shifts
available), includes dragon boat races. Help with passing out information,
trash pick up, event set-up, moving tables and chairs, take down.
*
National Trails Day, Sat June 6, McDowell Nature Preserve, 9am-2 pm.
Help clean the Natures Preserves trails. This is a nationwide event.
*
Indoor FUN Soccer League, Arbor Glen Outreach Center, 1520 Clanton
Rd Late March through June. Coaches needed.
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UPCOMING EVENTS
For more information or to register for any of the following programs, click
the online link and use course number or call 311.
HORSE DRAWN CARRIAGE RIDES
Book a horse trail ride for your sweetie through
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Inside+The+Department/Divi
sions/Stewardship+Services/Nature+Preserves/Latta.htm> Latta Plantation
Nature Preserve or take a romantic horse drawn carriage ride on Valentine's
Day. Call for reservation: 704-992-1550
WOMEN in the WOODS
Thurs, Feb. 12,
3-4 p.m.
FREE! Ladies - walk off workday stress by participating in a strenuous hike
on the Dragonfly Pond Trail in
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Inside+The+Department/Divi
sions/Stewardship+Services/Nature+Preserves/Reedy.htm> Reedy Creek Nature
Preserve. Meet at the Nature Center. Wear hiking shoes and bring a water
bottle. 704-598-8857
YOUTH VALENTINE'S PARTY
Fri. Feb. 13
6 - 8 p.m.
COURSE #
<http://eparks.charmeck.org/Activities/ActivitiesCourseDetails.asp?cid=39275
> 37139
$5
Dancing, prizes, refreshments and games! Bring friends and celebrate
Valentine's Day at
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Facilities/Recreation+Cent
ers/521+Park.htm> 521 Recreation Center in Elon Park.
VALENTINE'S NIGHT OUT
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Aquatics/Rays+Splash+Plane
t/Home.htm> Ray's Splash Planet Waterpark
Fri., Feb. 13
6 - 10 p.m.
COURSE #
<http://eparks.charmeck.org/Activities/ActivitiesCourseDetails.asp?cid=38856
> 36723
$20
Register kids for a night of splashing, snacks and games while you take your
sweetie out to a romantic dinner for Valentine's Day.
WOODCOCK HIKE
Saturday, Feb. 27
6 - 7:30 a.m.
COURSE #
<http://eparks.charmeck.org/Activities/ActivitiesCourseDetails.asp?cid=37933
> 35801
Fee charged
One of the earliest indicators of spring is the nightly "sky dance" of the
Woodcock. Watch the aerial acrobats spiral 300 ft into the air then perform
zigzags and loop-the-loops. Dress for the weather and bring a flashlight.
Meet at
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Inside+The+Department/Divi
sions/Stewardship+Services/Nature+Preserves/Cowans+Ford.htm> Cowan's Ford
Wildlife Refuge entrance.
BUILD A BETTER BIRDHOUSE
Sat., Feb. 28
1 - 2 p.m.
COURSE #
<http://eparks.charmeck.org/Activities/ActivitiesCourseDetails.asp?cid=38220
> 36087
$6
All materials and tools provided so you can build a birdhouse with your
child. Encourage creativity and skills while providing a home for a bird
this spring. Meet at the
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Inside+The+Department/Divi
sions/Stewardship+Services/Nature+Preserves/McDowell.htm> McDowell Nature
Center. 704-588-5224.
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