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PARK AND REC E-NEWSLETTER, FEBRUARY 2008
Greetings from Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation. This e-newsletter
tells what our department is doing in February for your health and fun. If
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CITIZENS INVITED TO HEAR WIDE-RANGING RECOMMENDATIONS IN MECKLENBURG'S NEW
PARK AND RECREATION MASTER PLAN
Mecklenburg Park and Recreation and nationally-known consultant Leon Younger
are preparing a recommended Master Plan for parks and recreation in
Mecklenburg for the next ten years. If approved by County Commissioners, the
plan will guide development, land acquisition and management of parks,
greenways, recreation centers, nature preserves, and recreation programs.
Recommendations will be presented to the public:
* Feb. 25, 2pm: Senior Center on 2225 Tyvola Road (special
presentation for seniors)
* Feb. 25, 6:30pm: Friendship Missionary Baptist Church, Beatties Ford
Road
* Feb. 26, 6:30pm: Cornelius Town Hall, 21445 Catawba Avenue,
Cornelius
* Feb. 27, 6:30pm: Matthews Town Hall, 232 Matthews Station Street.,
Matthews
* Feb. 28, 6:30pm: Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center, Rm 267,
600 East 4th Street, Charlotte
FIRST DOG PARK PLANNED FOR GROWING POPULATION UPTOWN, A PLACE FOR DOGS AND
OWNERS TO FROLIC AND SOCIALIZE
Planning is underway for our first uptown dog park in Charlotte. It will be
in Frazier Park, along I-77 near West Trade and Sycamore Streets, and it
will serve the rapidly growing community of condominiums and apartments
uptown. The dog park is planned to cover 1.3 acres. Officials hope this dog
park can include "doggie furniture," such as ladders, ramps, and tunnels for
pets. Construction is expected to begin this spring with the park opening by
early summer. No pooch passes or fees will be required at Frazier Park. Dog
owners must still vaccinate their animals against rabies according to state
statute, city and county ordinance. Dog owners are still responsible for
pets.
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New dog park in uptown Charlotte will serve an estimated 20,000 residents in
next 5 years.
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TEENS INVITED TO DISCUSS IMPORTANT ISSUES AT TEEN SUMMIT, FEBRUARY 7.
Mecklenburg Park and Recreation partners with the Girl Talk Foundation,
Power 98-WPEG FM for a Teen Summit at West Charlotte Recreation Center, Feb.
7, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Local personalities Janine Davis, No Limit Larry
and Tone X will host the event for teen boys and girls. This is the second
of five Teen Summit events planned in the community. These activities are to
garner information on teen needs and issues. The summits provide an
opportunity for real dialogue and real direction from our youth. Other
agencies involved include Stratford-Richardson YMCA, The Chemical Dependency
Center, The Male's Place and Gang of One. This event is free, includes food
and fun activities.
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Disc golfers don't call them Frisbees, and they choose different discs for
different shots.
MECKLENBURG'S SEVENTH AND EIGHTH DISC GOLF COURSES PLANNED FOR SOUTHERN
MECKLENBURG
As disc golf keeps growing in popularity, two new disc golf courses are
planned for
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Parks/Parks+By+District/So
uth+District/521+District+Park.htm> 521 Park in southern Mecklenburg.
Designs are nearing completion. The courses would both be 18 holes: one
course for beginners, the other for championship players. Much construction
will be done by the Charlotte Disc Golf Association. Planners hope
construction can begin in April.
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ORDER PLANTS FOR SPRING FROM 4-H PLANT SALE, WHICH HELPS SEND YOUTH TO CAMP
AND LEADERSHIP TRAINING
Mecklenburg County 4-H is holding its annual spring plant sale during
February. All proceeds directly support scholarships for Mecklenburg youth
and teens to attend summer camp and leadership retreats. For more
information on the plants available for sale and how to order, call the 4-H
office at 704-336-4015 or visit <http://www.mecklenburgcounty4h.org/>
www.mecklenburgcounty4h.org.
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SIGN-UP NOW FOR SPRING 9-MAN ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL; REGISTRATION RUNS THROUGH
FEBRUARY 18
It's time to register for our Spring 9-man Adult Flag Football League for
adults, 18 and older. Play will be in two divisions: Recreational for
beginning players and Competitive for advanced players. The spring season
runs March through May with games on Wednesday evenings and Saturday
mornings. Games will be played at:
* Mallard Creek High School, 3825 Johnston-Oehler Road
* Sugaw Creek Park, 943 West Sugar Creek Road
* MLK Middle School, 500 Bilmark Ave.
* Frazier Park, 1201 West 4th Street.
Registrations run through Feb.18. Fee for teams is $525 for season.
Individuals interested in playing may register for a free agent list. To
register or for more information, dial 311.
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CHARLOTTE MECKLENBURG SENIOR GAMES' SPRING WELLNESS FAIR TO BE HELD MARCH 6,
2008
Charlotte Mecklenburg Senior Games hosts its Spring Wellness Fair Thursday,
March 6, 10am- pm at Eastland Mall, 5471 Central Ave. This is free to the
public. The Wellness Fair includes health screenings, medication reviews,
entertainment, food, and exhibits/displays relating to the health and
lifestyle of senior adults. Promoting health and wellness to more than
90,000 seniors in Mecklenburg County area, Charlotte Mecklenburg Senior
Games is a private non-profit organization for persons age 55 and over. For
more information,
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Special+Events/Senior+Game
s.htm> click here.
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PARK AND RECREATION FITNESS CENTERS MAY BE JUST WHAT THE DOCTOR ORDERED FOR
YOUR HEALTH
Mecklenburg Park and Recreation operates eight fitness centers with modern
conditioning equipment for public use. These centers are all around
Charlotte-Mecklenburg, available for modest membership fees or per use
charge. This is something to think about as the local Better Business Bureau
warns that complaints about private health clubs have increased 90% in the
past five years. Our fitness centers do not require contracts. They offer
cardiovascular, weight resistance, and free weight equipment at considerable
value, supported by tax dollars and fees. Fees vary at each site depending
on equipment. Some centers have a fitness coordinator or exercise classes.
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Facilities/Recreation+Cent
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Park and Rec fitness centers offer a great chance to get in shape for good
health.
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YOUTH/TEEN SKI TRIP TO BEECH MOUNTAIN OFFERED BY MECKLENBURG PARK AND
RECREATION
Young people who want to try skiing, here is your chance! Mecklenburg County
Park and Recreation offers a ski trip on Saturday, February 23, 2008 for
youth and teens, ages 11-16. Enjoy a day of thrill and adventure at Beech
Mountain Ski Resort in the NC mountains. Trip includes a ski lesson, before
you ski on your own. Cost is $60 per person. Fee includes ski lift ticket,
ski rentals, and lunch. Dress warmly and get ready to cruise the slopes!
Trip departs at 7am from Marion Diehl Recreation Center, 2219 Tyvola Rd, and
returns at 6pm. Pre-registration required. Registration deadline is February
18. For more information, dial 311.
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E-PLANT TIPS FOR GARDENERS FROM NC COOPERATIVE EXTENSION SERVICE
Once a month, water your acid-loving house plants, such as gardenia and
citrus, using a solution of 1 teaspoon of vinegar to 1 quart of water. Check
all five growing factors if your house plants are not growing well: light,
temperature, nutrients, moisture, and humidity. Plant growth can be retarded
if a plant lacks any of these factors, or experiences an excess of the
factors. Amaryllis bulbs may not bloom if they are in too large a pot. There
should be no more than one inch of space on each side of the bulb. One third
of the bulb should be above the soil line. Never fertilize a plant in dry
soil. The fertilizer could burn roots that need water. It's better to water
plants a couple of hours before fertilizing.
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NO BIRD LEFT BEHIND! THE GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT RETURNS
The eleventh annual Great Backyard Bird Count will sweep Mecklenburg County
and the nation Feb 15-18. Novice and expert bird watchers are invited to
count birds in their backyards and report numbers via the Internet. The
counts help researchers better understand bird populations and distribution
across the continent. Families, individuals, classes, and community groups
are encouraged to count the birds that visit their feeders, parks, nature
preserves, greenways, schoolyards, and backyards. You can take as little as
15 minutes to count the numbers and kinds of birds that you see. To prepare,
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Inside+The+Department/Divi
sions/Stewardship+Services/Nature+Preserves/Reedy.htm> Reedy Creek Nature
Center hosts a free Great Backyard Bird Count event on Saturday, Feb.16. at
9:30am, geared for all ages. Participants will learn about the bird count
and receive some birding basics to get them started. For more information,
dial 311.
UPCOMING EVENTS
GREENWAY HIKE Saturday, Feb. 9, 10 a.m. Join us on McMullen Creek Greenway
for a free guided nature hike. Wildlife and natural features highlighted by
a naturalist. For details and to register, dial 311.
DOUGHNUTS with DAD
Saturday, Feb.9 ,10 a.m. Visit McDowell Nature Center with your Dad. A light
breakfast will be served along with interesting facts about nature from a
naturalist. $3 fee. Dial 311 to register.
HEART DAY
Thursday, Feb. 14, 7-8 p.m. Kids, ages 5-9 are invited to Hickory Grove
Recreation Center to play games and make arts& crafts for Valentine's Day.
$1 fee. Dial 311 to register.
WARM and FUZZIES
Saturday, Feb. 16, 10 a.m. Kids are invited to McDowell Nature Center to
learn about mammals that are cuddly creatures but not always huggable. "Pet"
furs and learn what makes them special. Fee $3. To register, dial 311.
KIDS SKATEBOARDING TRIP
Saturday, Feb. 23 Time to travel to another city to check out their
skatepark. Bring your board to ride. Transportation provided. $5 fee, ages
10-18. Call 311 to register (Space limited - call today!)
WHISTLE WORTHY?
Want to lifeguard this summer? Sign up NOW for Lifeguard Certification at
the Aquatic Center. Classes begin each month. Call 311 or
<http://www.charmeck.org/Departments/Park+and+Rec/Aquatics/Home.htm> click
here.
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