Free Activities: Tuesday 6 April to Friday 16 April Den Building, Rope Swings, Obstacle Courses, Dodgeball, Football, Rounders, Camp Fires, and Lots More Free Play

YOUTH CONNEXIONS HERTFORDSHIRE Youth Connexions Hertfordshire are working in partnership with the Three Rivers Extended Schools Co-ordinators to offer an action packed programme of positive activities for young people aged 11 years to 19 years. To book call Youth Connexions on 01442 454060 and ask Sally Day for an application form or download one from www.mogozout.org Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment. Bookings cannot be guaranteed until a completed application form and payment has been received in the office. NARROW BOAT DAY TRIP 13-19 year olds 9.30am - 5pm £10 per person A day out to relax and unwind as well as a chance to steer a wide beamed boat and operate the locks. Wear jeans, joggers or shorts and t-shirt as well as rubber soled trainers. We also strongly suggest you bring clothing appropriate for the weather conditions. Hunton Bridge Lock, Kings Langley, Herts. You can cook your own Tuesday 6 April pasta lunch but you @ may also want to or Thursday 8 April bring a packed lunch. or Thursday 15 April Meet at 9.15am at the Reach Out Project, Red Lion Lane, Apsley, Herts HP3 9TE.

SENSATIONAL SNOW11-19 year SPORTSolds 12.15pm - 4.30pm £15 per person For beginners. There will be an hour of skiing with instructors. Then after some chill out time and a well earned rest in the coffee bar, there will be another hour of snowboarding instruction. Sounds fun? Book a place with us! Wear jeans or joggers, a hat and a warm jacket and you must bring gloves. Bring a high energy snack and drink or some money for refreshments. Snow Sports Centre, St. Albans Hill, Hemel Hempstead, HP3 9NH. @ Tuesday 13 April and Thursday 15 April Meet at reception. 3 CALLING ALL PET 11-19LOVERS year olds 11.30am - 4.30pm £3 travel costs

A behind the scenes tour of Wood Green Animal Shelter including meeting all of the animals and learning about their care and welfare. You will have the opportunity to handle animals and make up feeding activities to keep our dogs busy. There will also be an opportunity for budding dog trainers to meet our dog staff and learn how we train the dogs which arrive at Wood Green, with a chance to have a go at the training! A must do visit for any pet lover! Wood Green Animal Shelter. @ Friday 9 April Pick up 11.30am outside Rickmansworth train station.

BUSHCRAFT 'N' KAYAKING 11-19 year olds 10.30am - 3.45pm £10 per person Learn to live off the land and test your powers of balance, improve your co-ordination and just have fun learning to Kayak. Ideal for beginners. Bring a swimsuit / swim shorts, also an old t-shirt and joggers and sturdy rubber soled trainers. You’ll also need a towel and a change of clothing. We strongly suggest that you bring clothing appropriate for the weather conditions. Bring lunch, snacks and drinks. Herts Young Mariners Base, Cheshunt. @ Wednesday 7 April Coach pick up and drop off points are: 9am pick up, 4.30pm drop off. Outside Rickmansworth train station. 9.15am pick up, 4.45pm drop off. Abbots Langley Village – Police Station car park. 9.30am pick up, 5pm drop off. YCH offices, 206 – 210 Lower High Street, Watford.

4 SCUBA 'N' SNORKELLING 11-19 year olds 1.30pm - 3.30pm £10 per person

Experience scuba diving in a safe environment, then have some fun playing team games snorkelling style. Bring a full swimsuit, swim shorts, an old t-shirt and a towel. Hemel Sport Centre, Park Road, Hemel Hempstead HP1 1JS. Friday 9 April @ or Friday 16 April Meet at 1pm in reception.

CLIMBING 'N' CAVING11-19 year olds 10.30am - 3.45pm £10 per person Everything for the budding adventurer; climbing up walls and climbing down holes! Wear jeans or joggers and rubber soled trainers. We suggest that you bring appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. Bring lunch, snacks and drinks. Herts Young Mariners Base, Cheshunt. @ Tuesday 14 April Coach pick up and drop off points are: 9am pick up, 4pm drop off. Outside Rickmansworth train station. 9.15am pick up, 4.15pm drop off. Abbots Langley Village – Police Station car park. 9.30am pick up, 4.30pm drop off. YCH offices. 206 – 210 Lower High Street, Watford.

5 QUAD BIKING 'N' ADVENTURE TRAIL 11-19 year olds 12.30pm - 4.45pm £10 per person

If you feel like a new challenge then come and churn up the dirt as you experience the thrill and mud of quad biking. Work as a team to make your way through the adventure trail. Wear jeans or joggers plus sturdy boots or trainers. We suggest that you bring appropriate clothing for the weather conditions. Bring snacks and drinks. Phasels Wood Scout Camp, Rucklers Lane, Kings Langley, Herts, WD4 9NA. @ 14 - 19 year olds Wednesday 7 April or Wednesday 14 April 11 - 13 year olds Thursday 8 April or Monday 12 April

6 Rise to the Challenge by entering the Sainsbury’s Sport Relief Mile. You can even choose how far you go – 1, 3 or 6 miles – whichever’s a challenge for you.

Sunday 21st March 2010. 6 milers start at 10.30am, 1 and 3 milers start at 12pm

The Aquadrome, Frogmoor Lane, Rickmansworth WD3 1NB

For more information and to enter, please visit the Sport Relief website.

HEAD 4 HEIGHTS 11-19 year olds 12noon - 4.45pm £10 per person Navigate the Cube (a high-rope course) then test your nerve on the Zip Wire and be right on target with archery lessons. Wear jeans or joggers and sturdy trainers. We strongly suggest that you bring clothing appropriate for the weather conditions. Bring snacks and drinks. Phasels Wood Scout Camp, Rucklers Lane, Kings Langley, Herts, WD4 9NA. Monday 12 April or Wednesday 14 April @ Meet at reception. 7 EXTENDED SCHOOLS ACTIVITIES

Your local Extended Schools Coordinators have teamed up once again with our popular and trusted providers to bring you an exciting range of activities! We have also teamed up with Youth Connexions to run activities for all those 11 and over. Places are limited so book early to avoid disappointment.

11-19 year olds 10am - 3pm ACTING 4 ALL £20 for 2 days

Come and join the talented actors of Stripes Academy for a fun two-day workshop, giving you the chance to develop and improve your drama skills. No previous experience required, just lots of enthusiasm! Rickmansworth School, Scots Hill, Rickmansworth, Herts, WD3 3AQ. Monday 12 and Tuesday 13 April, 10am- 3pm @ To book, call the Extended Schools Team on 07794 950717. Oxhey Wood School, Oxhey Drive, South Oxhey, WD19 7SL. Thursday 8 & Friday 9 April, 10am- 3pm To book, call the Extended Schools Team on 07870 756381.

11-19 year olds half day sessions BOXING CAMP £10

Action packed Boxing Camp running over the Easter holidays. Suitable for boys and girls - a great new way to get fit. Book the whole week or just half a day to suit you. Charters Health Club, Woodlands Centre, Leavesden Country Park, College Road, @ Abbots Langley. WD5 0GN. Every day excluding Bank Holidays. For more information contact Jess O’Gorman at the YMCA on 01923 662222 or e-mail: [email protected]

All activities and events are correct at time of going to print but are subject to change. Spaces for many activities are limited and you are strongly advised to reserve a space at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.

8 3 DAY STAGE WORKSHOP 11-19 year olds 10am - 3pm £50 for 3 days Join the staff of the Watford Palace Theatre to learn the tricks and techniques of stage combat – fake the fight and have some fun! Beechen Grove Church Hall, Clarendon Road, Watford WD17 2AD. Wednesday 14, Thursday 15 and Friday 16 April @ To book call Tom Harland, Watford Palace Theatre on 01923 810307.

ALTERNATIVE SPORTS TASTER SESSIONS 11 - 14 year olds 9.30am - 12noon, 1pm - 3.30pm £7.50 for one, £15 for two or £25 for all four! Ever wanted to have a go at Rock It Ball? Reckon you could be the newest member of Diversity? Join the coaches of Apex for half-day taster sessions in Dodgeball, Martial Arts, Street Dance and Rock It Ball. Morning or afternoon sessions or stay for the whole day! St. Clement Danes School and Rickmansworth School. Tuesday 6 April & Wednesday 7 April @ For more details and to book your place, call Lizzy Duck on 07834 987646. FESTIVAL FASHION 10 - 14 year olds times vary £3

Want to stand out from the crowd? Enhance your wardrobe by creating your own unique accessories, to complement your style! You will be provided with all materials, but if you have something you would like to customise, bring it along! Warren Dell School, Gosforth Lane, South Oxhey, WD19 7UZ. @ Wednesday 7 April 1pm - 3pm St. Clement Danes School, Chenies Road, Chorleywood, WD3 6EW. Friday 9 April, 10am - 12noon

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Croxley SK8 park has Park ‘Croxley Sk8 Park’ concrete ramps which provide a transitional course for all abilities. SK8 is on Facebook The park includes: midi half pipes, flat banks, quarter pipes, fun box, spine, half pyramid, jump box, grind Supervised times: Easter holidays block and rails. Friday 2 April (Good Friday) 10am - 4pm You must be 8 years old or over to use the park. Saturday 3 April 10am - 7pm All under 18s must wear protective head gear (cycle or Sunday 4 April (CLOSED) skate helmets). Protective equipment can be purchased Monday 5 April (Easter Monday) 10am - 4pm from Conspiracy Skate Shop, Skate Attack, SS20 Skate Tuesday 6 April - Sunday 18 April 10am - 7pm Shop or can be loaned free of charge from the ticket Session times: office at the park during supervised sessions. Monday - Saturday: Sunday: FREE 10am -1pm skate only 10am -1pm skate only membership cards 1pm - 4pm BMX 1pm - 4pm BMX only are required for 4pm - 7pm BMX and skate 4pm -7pm BMX and skate supervised sessions. For more information and Outside the times listed above, the park will be an application form call unsupervised until the next school holiday. 01923 776611 THE GATES ARE LOCKED AT NIGHT You must return the completed form with two Skate Park information telephone: 07818 003156 (to passport photos to Three Rivers District Council find out if the park is shut because of bad weather). Offices, Rickmansworth. If you lose your card General enquiries you will be charged £2 for a replacement. telephone 01923 776611

SKATE PARK@CROXLEY GREEN is located at the top of Baldwins Lane (near the shops after Repton Way), Croxley Green. It is easily accessible from Watford, Buckinghamshire and Hillingdon.

Other skating facilities: King George V in Mill End, Manor House Grounds in Abbots Langley and Scotsbridge Playing Fields in Rickmansworth and Oxhey Playing Fields in South Oxhey. Free gym You must pre-book your free induction with your chosen Leisure Centre, which will take between 30 minutes and 1 hour depending on the venue. Once you have completed your induction, simply turn up during the specified times. Age restrictions apply, so call each Leisure Centre for more information or visit www.igymforfree.co.uk

The Centre William Penn Leisure Centre Charter Health Club @ Gosforth Lane, Shepherds Lane, Mill End, Woodlands South Oxhey, Rickmansworth, Off College Road, Herts, WD19 7AX Herts, WD3 8JN Abbots Langley, 0208 428 4954 01923 771050 Herts, WD5 0GN 01923 662 222 Easter Golf Camps For children

6 - 8 years 1pm - 3pm Wednesday 14 April £12 per child per session 8+ years 10am - 3pm Thursday 8 and Friday 9 April or Thursday 15 and Friday 16 April £45 per child per two day course. Bring a packed lunch Rickmansworth Golf Course, Moor Lane, Rickmansworth, 10+ years 10am - 3pm Herts WD3 1QL. Tuesday 6 and Wednesday 7 April or Monday 12 and Tuesday 13 April To book contact Darren on £45 per child, per two day course. 01923 775278. Bring a packed lunch

Rickmansworth Golf Course is owned and funded by Three Rivers District Council and is managed by Hertsmere Leisure Quote TREB when booking to receive £1 off!

Sir James Altham Pool Easter Kamp Tuesday 6th – Friday 16th April Lots of activities to choose from including: • New - Crash Course Swimming Lessons (from age 4) • Stroke Improvement Sessions • Water Polo Fun • Fun With Inflatables • Swim Disco’s on Fridays! Suitable for ages 8 to 16 Give us a call to find out more

Sir James Altham Swimming Pool Don’t forget you can swim for free if you are under 19. Little Oxhey Lane, South Oxhey, Contact your local pool for more infromation. Watford, Herts, WD19 6FW Tel: 020 8421 0211 or visit www.hertsmereleisure.co.uk Hertsmere Leisure manages these facilities in partnership with Three Rivers District Council. Hertsmere Leisure is a registered charity. Charity Number 1093653 www.iswimforfree.co.uk New on our Astroturf Football Kamp 12 Monday 12th – Friday 16th April Full day or half-day Kamps may be available Call us to confirm

KICK SAMPLING All ages 2.30pm -4pm THIS ACTIVITY IS FREE Come and splash around in a shallow part of the river and see what creatures you can catch. Wellies are essential and spare socks are a good idea. Please bring a net and tray if you can. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Croxley Common Moor Local Nature Reserve WD3 1JP (nearest postcode) Thursday 8 April @ Meet at entrance at the bottom of Mill Lane, Croxley Green BOOKINGS In order to reserve a place on this activity, please call 01923 776611. You must then IN send through a £5 cheque per child to confirm the booking. Please print your name, ADVANCE address, the name of the child and the activity being booked on the back. Your cheque will be returned when you sign in at the activity and will only be cashed if you do not turn up to the activity. Send cheques to Nature Activities at Three Rivers District Council, Three Rivers House, Northway, Rickmansworth, Herts WD3 1RL. Or you can pay in person at Three Rivers House. PlaTHREEy RIVERSschemes 5 - 11 years

Tuesday 6 April to Friday 16 April 2010 weekdays 9am - 4pm Divine Saviour RC School, Broomfield Rise, Abbots Langley WD5 0HW Yorke Mead School, Dulwich Way, Croxley Green WD3 3PX

Three Rivers residents £10.50 per day Non-residents £12.50 per day Referral £2.50 per day (discounts available)

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Bookings are taken on the telephone and via the Council’s one-stop-shop ONLY from 17 February onwards. Children with disabilities are encouraged to attend, so if you would like to discuss your child’s needs please get in touch on 01923 776611. PlaTHREEy RIVERSschemes The check list below is to help you when booking your child/ren onto one of our Playschemes. You need to have the following information ready when you call us. Please note, there will be additional questions asked during the telephone booking process. If you booked with us last summer you will be asked to re-confirm previous information. 1. What scheme do you wish your child/ren to attend?

2. Child’s personal details: Name, age, date of birth, address, along with:

Name of parent/guardian:

Contact no: Referral Scheme no (if applicable)*:

3. Which dates would you like to book? (full days only):

4. Child’s GP name, surgery, telephone number, medication, allergies, dietary or religious requirements:

5. If your child has any additional needs or requires additional support please inform us at the time of booking. We would be grateful for as much information as possible and we may need to send you an additional information form with your booking confirmation. 6. Are you aware of our cancellation policy?

7. The names and telephone numbers of two emergency contacts: Name Name Telephone No 1 Telephone No 1 Telephone No 2 Telephone No 2 d To book playscheme places call 8. What are the names of three people who are authorised collectors: 01923 1 776611 2 3

9. What is the password for collecting your child? 10. Do you know the total amount you need to pay? TOTAL Three Rivers resident £10.50, non-resident £12.50. Discount: second child 50p off full price, third and subsequent children £1 off full price. Referral Scheme* £2.50 per day. (NB: No discounts apply to this price.) 11. How to pay. We do not accept American Express or solo cards. You must pay at time of booking. If over the phone, card payments only. Cheques and cash accepted for bookings in person at Three Rivers House, Rickmansworth. Childcare vouchers** must be received before booking can be confirmed.

*Referral Scheme Further support is provided to families on a low income through the Playscheme Referral Project. In order to be eligible, you need to be a Three Rivers resident and meet one of the following criteria: u Your children/ren are entitled to free school meals. u You receive benefits that support your family. u You have regular visits by a family health visitor/social worker who can write a letter of referral. Applying to this project is quick and simple and will enable families to access places on a variety of playschemes throughout the district including those run by Three Rivers District Council. Places on all schemes involved in the project are available at a reduced cost of £2.50 per day (half days are available on some schemes). For further information on how to apply and the full list of playschemes available in the scheme, contact Lucy Howell on 01923 776611.

**Childcare Vouchers We accept all childcare vouchers for our playschemes. The most popular ones and our registration numbers are as follows: Busy Bees 00041564 Sodexho 171181 Accor P202708818 Fideliti THR008C If you need access to our Ofsted registration numbers, they are as follows: Divine Saviour (EY388545) Yorke Mead (130624)

Our cancellation policy All our playschemes are heavily over-subscribed and we receive a high volume of changes and cancellations. Therefore we request that customers give at least 5 working days’ notice for cancelling or changing any places. This must be done in writing: email: [email protected] or Three Rivers District Council, Three Rivers House, Northway, Rickmansworth, Herts WD3 1RL. Those who do not inform us of their cancellation and do not attend the activity will be removed from the mailing list. Refunds will only be given for non-attendance at a session on medical grounds, supported by a letter from your doctor. e Easter M Pla Space2010 Play Rangers Free activities: Tuesday 6 April to Friday 16 April Den building, rope swings, obstacle courses, dodgeball, football, rounders, camp fires, and lots more free play

Leavesden Country Park 10.30am-12noon Tuesday 6, Friday 9 Thursday 15 April. King George V Playing Fields 12.30pm-2pm Leavesden Country Park, Tuesday 6, Friday 9, off College Road. WD5 0GN. Thursday 15 April. (by children’s play area) South Oxhey Playing Fields King George V Playing Fields, 2.30pm-4pm Shepherds Lane, Mill End. WD3 8JN. Tuesday 6 and 13 April (by children’s play area) Thursday 8 and 15 April Friday 9 and 16 April. South Oxhey Playing Fields. WD19 7PS. (by the pedestrian gate on Bramshot Way)* Manor House Grounds *Please park in Hayling Road for access 10.30am-12noon NEW Location Thursday 8, Tuesday 13, The Manor House Grounds, Gallows Hill Friday 16 April. Lane, Abbots Langley, Herts. WD5 0DD. (by the skate area) Mead Place 12.30am-2pm Field at Mead Place, Berry Lane, Thursday 8, Tuesday 13, Mill End. WD3 7HB. Friday 16 April. Call 01923 776611 for more information or visit www.iplayoutdoors.co.uk Easter 2010 What tickles your fancy?

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Active adults What’s where Visit leisurematters.org.uk to find out more. THE RICKMANSWORTH FESTIVAL CELEBRATING OUR CANALS AND ENVIRONMENT Saturday 15 May 10.30am - 10.30pm Sunday 16 May 10.30am - 5pm

Activities will be centred around the Rickmansworth NEW Location Aquadrome and Grand Union Canal, including a traditional fun fair, live music, numerous craft, food and trade stalls, varied entertainment, canal trips, boat tug-of-war and the diverse Environmental Fair. For more information contact Kay FitzGerald on 01923 776611 or at [email protected]

If you are interested in bringing a boat, trading, performing or want to get involved as a volunteer please contact the Festival Director at [email protected] g AWESOME ACCESSORIESFrom 5+ times vary £3 Brighten up your wardrobe for Spring! Your chance to put your own stamp on your style. Come and decorate t-shirts, baseball caps and bags, using a range of techniques. Design and make a new collection of accessories – leather cuffs, bracelets, necklaces, hair accessories and badges. Bags and caps will be available but bring along any clothing that you would like to customise. Warren Dell School, Gosforth Lane, South Oxhey, WD19 7UZ. Wednesday 7 April, 10am - 12noon @ To book, call the Extended Schools Team on 07870 756381. St Paul’s C of E School, Langleybury Lane, Hunton Bridge, WD4 8RJ. Thursday 8 April 2pm - 4pm To book, call the Extended Schools Team on 01923 673760. Maple Cross Primary School, Denham Way, Maple Cross, WD3 9SS. Friday 9 April, 2pm - 4pm To book, call the Extended Schools Team on 07794 950717.

FAIRYTALE FUN 5-7 years old 10am - 1pm £5

A session especially for our younger ones. Come and join HENS Theatre Group for a magical morning of storytelling, acting, singing and dancing based around a favourite fairytale. Oxhey Wood School, Oxhey Drive, South Oxhey, WD19 7SL. Friday 9 April @ To book, call the Extended Schools Team on 07870 756381. Rickmansworth School, Scots Hill, Rickmansworth, Herts WD3 3AQ. Tuesday 13 April To book, call the Extended Schools Team on 07794 950717. Tanners Wood School, Hazelwood Lane, Abbots Langley, WD5 0LG. Friday 16 April To book, call the Extended Schools Team on 01923 673760.

h HANNAH MONTANA 7-11 years old 10am - 3pm £20 for two days

Have you got the talent to sparkle in our Hannah Montana themed workshop? Our popular mix of dance, singing and drama is back! Would you like to discover and develop your talent? Everyone welcome, including beginners. Workshop is being led by the extremely talented HENS Theatre Group. Tanners Wood School, Hazelwood Lane, Abbots Langley, WD5 0LG. Thursday 15 April and Friday 16 April @ To book, call the Extended Schools Team on 01923 673760.

CAMP ROCK 7-11 years old 10am - 3pm £20 for two days

Would you like to discover and develop your talent? Have you got the imagination to sparkle in our Camp Rock themed workshop? Our popular mix of dance, singing and drama is back! Everyone welcome, including beginners. Workshops are led by the extremely talented HENS Theatre Group. Oxhey Wood School, Oxhey Drive, South Oxhey, WD19 7SL. @ Thursday 8 and Friday 9 April To book, call the Extended Schools Team on 07870 756381.

EXTENDED SCHOOLS ACTIVITIES

HIGH SCHOOL MUSICAL 7-11 years old 10am - 3pm £20 for two days Would you like to discover and develop your talent? Have you got the enthusiasm to sparkle in our High School Musical themed workshop, which promises to be a dance and drama extravaganza? Our popular mix of dance, singing and drama is back! Everyone welcome, including beginners. The workshop is being led by the extremely talented HENS Theatre Group. Rickmansworth School, Scots Hill, Rickmansworth, Herts WD3 3AQ. @ Monday 12 & Tuesday 13 April To book, call the Extended Schools team on 07794 950717. APEX MULTISPORT CAMP 5-11 years old 10am - 12.30pm or 10am - 3pm £7 for half day or £12.50 full day Excess energy to burn off? Always on the move? Join the experienced coaches of Apex Multisports for some action packed, fun filled days! Enjoy a range of activities in these exciting camps. Book from half a day to the whole week! Abbots Langley School, Parsonage Close, Abbots Langley, Herts, WD5 0BQ. Tuesday 6 April and Wednesday 7 April @ For more details or to book call Lizzy Duck on 07834 987646. Harvey Road Primary School, Harvey Road, Croxley Green, Herts, WD3 3BN. Monday 12 - Friday 16 April For more details or to book call Lizzy Duck on 07834 987646.

k Quote TREB when booking to receive £1 off!

Sir James Altham Swimming Pool Little Oxhey Lane, South Oxhey, Watford, Herts, WD19 6FW Tel: 020 8421 0211 www.hertsmereleisure.co.uk Hertsmere Leisure manages these facilities in partnership with Three Rivers District Council. Hertsmere Leisure is a registered charity. Charity Number 1093653 New on our Astroturf Football Kamp Monday 12th – Friday 16th April Full day or half-day Kamps may be available Call us to confirm