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Summer 2014 www.lakeoswegoparks.org ADMINISTRATION
Message from the Director Key Information Hello Lake Oswego, Parks & Recreation Administrative Office Summer is upon us! It’s time to head outdoors and enjoy the natural beauty surrounding us in Lake Oswego. Ivan Anderholm, Parks Director As you visit your parks, you’ll notice some minor changes and some major 4101 Kruse Way changes; at George Rogers Park, we have replaced the old playground with a new Mail to: larger, more interactive playground, an enlarged sand area, parking improvements, PO Box 369, Lake Oswego, OR 97034 parameter fencing, and a small shade structure. At the off-leash dog parks at General Information/Recorded Line Hazelia Field, a new entrance patio was constructed to alleviate issues with mud. 503-697-6500 At many of our parks, new signs have been installed with others to come over the Registration next 3-4 years. 503-675-2549 Fax This activity guide is filled with opportunities for you to Get Moving, Get Outdoors, 503-697-6579 Get Creative and Get Interested. Your Recreation Department prides itself on Adult & Teen Team Sports providing a palette of opportunities that truly reflect you and your interests. Lake 503-675-3901 Oswego Parks and Recreation is a reflection of you and your community. As such, Field Condition Hotline we welcome input at any time; contact us and we will be pleased to listen. 503-635-0239 Teen Programs Thank you for your continued support and input. 503-697-6589 Adult Community Center Ivan Anderholm, CPRP Director Ann Adrian Center Manager 505 G Avenue Mail to: PO Box 369, Lake Oswego, OR 97034 General Information 503-635-3758 Fax 503-699-7462 Lake Oswego Public Golf Course & Practice Range Public Golf Course Tom Mueller Parks & Recreation Thank You Golf Course Manager Advisory Board Thanks to our sponsors and donors listed 17525 Stafford Road on pages 52 and 55 of this catalog. Mail to: Dave Barra PO Box 369, Lake Oswego, OR 97034 Steve Dodds General Information Bill Gordon 503-636-8228 Nancy Gronowski Ryan Hubbard Indoor Tennis Center Sandy Intraversato Jan Wirtz, Mark Olen Recreation Superintendent Tennis Center Manager The Parks & Recreation Advisory Board 2900 Diane Drive is a volunteer board recommending Mail to: policy direction to the City Council. PO Box 369, Lake Oswego, OR 97034 The board meets at 6 pm on the third Registration & Court Reservations Wednesday of each month at the City of 503-635-5550 Lake Oswego West End Building.
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Department of Parks Activities & Classes Programs & Events & Recreation Get Moving 4 Community Events 46 Administration 2 Camps 4 Adult Community 50 Location Key 54 Preschool Activities 15 Center Scholarships 52 Kids & Teens 16 Get Involved 30 Registration 54 Adults 16 Lake Run 25 Upcoming Registration 3, 25, 37 Changes Get Outdoors 18 Sponsors 52, 55 Adventures Without Limits 18 Hikes & Rambles 21 Rowing 26 Luscher Farm 28 Natural Areas 53 Activity Key: Sports Highlights 32 Back to Nature: activites that connect us to nature and the outdoors. Skate Park 32 Healthy and Active: Great for engaging in a healthy active lifestyle. Teen Scene 31 Get Creative 35 Register Online Get Interested 36 www.lakeoswegoparks.org through August 7 (See Below) Community Events 46 •• Available 24 hours, 7 days per week for registration on a secure site. Kids & Teens 36 •• Browse the class list or search by keyword, location, age of participant or Adults 37 class dates. •• Complete program description and availability information. Golf 38 •• Learn the answers to frequently asked questions. Tennis 42 •• View a list of locations and addresses. GET READY FOR A NEW ONLINE REGISTRATION Cover SYSTEM AUGUST 11 Enjoy summer on the water! www.loparks.org Kayakers often access the Willamette River from the sandy beach at Lower Parks & Recreation is changing to a new online registration system effective with George Rogers Park. fall registration which begins at 10am Monday, August 11. Fall registration is for activities that start September 1 through December 31. The new web address effective August 11 for fall online registration is www.loparks.org.
As a result of this change, online registration for summer activities that begin August 11-31 is not available after August 7. Registration after August 7 for these activities is available only by calling 503-534-5420.
TO INCENT YOU TO REGISTER BEFORE AUGUST 7 FOR SELECTED SUMMER ACTIVITIES THAT START AUGUST 11-31, WE ARE OFFERING A PRICE REDUCTION OF $5. REGISTER EARLY FOR THESE SELECTED SUMMER ACTIVITIES AT: WWW.LAKEOSWEGOPARKS.ORG. Beginning Friday, August 8, the web address www.lakeoswegoparks.org and on-line registration for summer classes is no longer available due to our migration to the new system and preparation for fall registration. The $5 price reduction on selected activities ends effective August 8. For more information about this change, please see pages 25 and 37.
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12 Dancing Princesses Camp BE A VOLUNTEER JR. CAMP COUNSELOR! Be a dancing princess as you enter the amazing magical world We are accepting applications until May 15, 2014 for of dance based on the story of the 12 Dancing Princesses. volunteer camp counselor positions at various summer We use props and art projects to stimulate the imagination. camps. Counselors are needed throughout the summer A great introduction to dance! Craft supplies included. Bring a at our camps that begin on June 16 until August 22. Help snack and clear liquid each day. lead games, setup supplies for activities, cleanup and Ages 4-8 ABDA Staff ABDA more. Volunteers must be ages 13+ and available everyday Res $149/Non-Res $172 for assigned week(s) of camp. Qualities for this position 3160505 1-3:30p M-Th 8/4-8/7 include: ability to follow directions, work independently at times, responsible, punctual, and willing to lead a group of children in an activity. We also desire friendly, helpful, Tinker Bell Dance Camp and smiling individuals. Applications are available at www. Dance into the secret world of Pixie Hollow with dancing fairy ci.oswego.or.us/parksrec under “Things to Do,” “Volunteer friends. Create pixie jewelry and enjoy pixie games. Bring a Opportunities.” Interviews will be conducted the last two snack and clear liquid each day. Craft supplies included. weeks of May. Students selected will be required to attend Ages 4-8 ABDA staff ABDA a volunteer training on Friday, June 13. Please call Cydny at Res $149/Non-Res $172 503-697-6589 with questions or for more information. 3160414 1-3:30p M-Th 8/11-8/14
Angelina Ballerina Dance Camp Dancers, experience the joy of ballet. Learn some of Angelina’s favorite ballet steps and enjoy dancing to classical Before/After Care Available! music. You just may become a Rose Fairy Princess! Bring a We offer before and/or aftercare for many camps held at the snack and clear liquid each day. Craft supplies included. West End Building. Availability of care is listed within the camp Ages 3-6 ABDA Staff ABDA description if it is offered. Please select optional camp pricing Res $149/Non-Res $172 when you register or call 503-675-2549. Before and after care 3160400 9:30a-12p M-Th 8/18-8/21 hours are 7-9am and 4-6pm. Call 503-675-2549 if you have questions. Check individual camp listings for weekly prices.
Lake Oswego Safety Town Learn safety lessons through songs, games, crafts and stories. Meet our City’s police officers, fire fighters and take a ride on a school bus. Help kids evaluate “safe” and “unsafe” situations when confronted with potentially dangerous circumstances. No before/after care Ages 4-6 LOPD WEB Res $75/Non-Res $94 3158350 9:30a-12p M-F 6/16-6/20
Mini-Music Camp Students sing songs and build an instrument to take home. Spend time exploring instruments, and sing and dance to a wide variety of music including classical, folk and musical theatre. No before/after care Ages 4-6 Tarabus WEB Res $103/Non-Res $119 3158020 9:15a-12:30p M-Th 7/28-7/31 3158021 9:15a-12:30p M-Th 8/18-8/21 For sports camps ages 3+ see pages 12-13
4•Register Online•WWW.LAKEOSWEGOPARKS.ORG Summer 2014 CAMPS Kindercamp Join our half-day camp for children ages 4 through the completion of kindergarten staffed by the professionals from Vermont Hills Family Life Center. Children sing songs, play games, listen to stories, and create arts and crafts in an outdoor setting. Rainout location is the West End Building. Bring a backpack with lunch and drink daily. Sandals with back straps only. No Camp Friday July 4* Ages: 4-6 Location: GRP/WEB Days: M-F Time:9:15a-12:30p
CLASS # THEME ONSITE FIELD TRIP DATES COST (RES/NON-RES) 3180000 Howdy Partners Cowboy Music with Matt 6/23-6/27 $90/$113 Grab your ten gallon hat, put on your boots, and join us as we transform into cowgirls and cowboys. Panning for gold, lassoing horses, playing horseshoes, and an ambush of fun. 3180001 Vroom! Vroom! Bounce House 6/30-7/3 $72/$90* M-TH* Construct a box car derby, have an automobile relay, make car cookies, play park your car, and have fun with travel car bingo game. 3180002 Radical Reptiles Mister Lizard 7/7-7/11 $90/$113 Sidewinder snakes, tough turtles, lounging lizards; discover all about these reptiles. Play slithering snakes, make a clapping crocodile, and discover why reptiles have scales & more. 3180003 Out of this World Mad Science 7/14-7/18 $90/$113 3,2,1 Blast off! Build a balloon rocket, make space helmets and jet packs, create aliens, and eat moon cakes. We will soar through space learning the constellations by reading “Stars in the Sky” by Fowler. 3180004 Animalmania Puppet Show 7/21-7/25 $90/$113 Become your favorite pet, dance to animal action, create a fish in a bowl, cook up monkey mix, and play I want a pet. 3180005 Diving the Depths Aquarium 7/28-8/1 $90/$113 Dive down into the ocean as we investigate the creatures that live under the sea. Read “Rainbow Fish” by Pfister, make our own rainbow fish necklace, create an ocean in a bottle and hide from the sharks. 3180006 Elephant Stampede Clown 8/4-8/8 $90/$113 Venture into the jungle for a stampede of elephant-sized fun! Make jungle animal masks, monkey mobiles, and play hippos in mud. Measure a giraffe, weigh an elephant, and dance like a rhino. 3180007 Bug Hunt! OMSI Bug Me 8/11-8/15 $90/$113 Discover the insects that live all around. Make a bug hut, play stick the spot on the ladybug, design a marshmallow spider, and create your own pet bug rock.
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Gesso Studio Photography and Printmaking Camp Photographs we create are unique and fun works of art! Using printmaking and transfer techniques your little artist will have an opportunity to create unique art, including an amazing self portrait! No before/after care Ages 4-12 Gesso WEB Res $155/Non-Res $179 3200628 9:30a-1p M-Th 6/30-7/3 Gesso Studio Dream Camp MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE PRESENTS New hopes and visions turn dreams into ART! Using a variety ALICE IN WONDERLAND of materials and techniques with pastels, acrylics, watercolor, printmaking, decoupage, sculpture, drawing and paper mache. Auditions Campers create beautiful masterpieces to be treasured Monday, June 16, 10am SHARP - 12 noon. No Late forever! No before/after care Admittance; please arrive by 9:30am in order to sign in Ages 4-12 Gesso WEB West End Building - Columbia Room (1st floor) Res $155/Non-Res $179 Open to Lake Oswego Youth Ages 6-18 3200623 9:30a-1p Tu-F 7/22-7/25 Pre-registration strongly encouraged. Call 503-675-2549 to Min 4/Max 20 pre-register. No before/after care 3050400 10a-12p M 6/16 Gesso Studio World Traveler Camp New adventures await as we create amazing art while Rehearsals discovering and using beautiful destinations as inspiration! Monday to Thursday, June 16-19, time of day depends on Explore with exotic materials and techniques in sculpture, actor’s role sketching, printmaking, acrylic, pastels, charcoal, mosaic, Information & details about rehearsal times follow sand art and more. No before/after care auditions. There is a fee due for those selected for the Ages 4-12 Gesso WEB week-long theatre workshop with the Missoula Children’s Res $155/Non-Res $179 Theatre Tour Directors and subsequent June 20 & 21 3200625 9:30a-1p Tu-F 8/12-8/15 performances. All About Art Camp Fee: Res $75/Non-Res $94 This camp encompasses numerous art activities; drawing, painting, collage and block printing. It is designed to give young Performances artists a diverse experience and establish the arts as an George Rogers Park - Main Stage important tool for learning. Before camp 7-9am @ $25 a week. Friday, June 20, 4p (Free) Res $83/Non-Res $104 Saturday, June 21, 10:30a ($5) Ages 7-9 Boulis WEB 3150150 9-11:30a M-F 7/14-7/18 Call the Parks & Recreation Main Office at 503-675-2549 Ages 10-12 Boulis WEB for more information. 3150152 9-11:30a M-F 8/4-8/8 Knitting Camp Join others learning to knit. Each participant begins by knitting a cool headband, and upon completion, gets to create another project such as a scarf, dishcloth, or small bag. No after care 2014: Fire & Water: Contrasts in Expression Ages 8+ Boulis WEB Res $48/Non-Res $72 3150340 1-3p M-F 8/4-8/8
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MUSIC & DANCE CAMPS MAD SCIENCE CAMPS Shake It Up Dance Camp Rockets & the Science of Flight Get up on your feet and move to hiphop, breakdancing, and Space, Rockets, planes and flight...a little bit of everything jazz. Dance, choreography, and a final performance on Friday for a rockin’ good time! Have a blast learning the hows and for friends and family. Before care 7-9am @$25 week whys of aerodynamics by studying all things that fly: planes, Ages 5-9 Mabe WEB kites, hot air balloons, helicopters and of course rockets. Res $127/Non-Res $146 Before care 7-9am @ $25 week 3160010 9a-12p M-F 6/23-6/27 Ages 5-7 Mad Science Staff WEB 3160011 9a-12p M-F 8/4-8/8 Res $159/Non-Res $183 3157027 9a-12p M-F 7/7-7/11 Sing and Dance Broadway! Be dramatic, sing and dance all morning for two weeks this Eureka! summer! Join professionals Sara Martins and Karen Bohart Inventors change the world. Observe, hypothesize, to learn and improve theater-related skills in voice, dance, experiment and invent! You may be the next inventor to acting and on-stage performance techniques. Before care ROCK our WORLD! After care 4-6pm @ $25 week 7-9am @$25 week Ages 7-12 Mad Science Staff WEB Ages 10-15 Martins/Bohart WEB Res $159/Non-Res $183 Res $200/Non-Res$230 3157070 1-4p M-F 7/7-7/11 3158100 9a-12p M-F 7/7-7/18 Beginning to Rock Camp Junior Science Explorers Newcomers are invited to put rock in their roll. Students get Decipher the world all around us! Investigate the science of a chance to explore the drums, bass, guitar, keyboard and space, of our earth, and of our play! Before care 7-9am @ vocals, and learn the fundaments of music, such as pitch, $25 week melody, harmony, and rhythm. Ages 5-7 Mad Science Staff WEB Res $140/Non-Res $161 Res $159/Non-Res $183 Ages 5-7 RMC Studios WEB 3157000 9a-12p M-F 8/18-8/22 3158200 9a-12p M-F 7/7-7/11 Before care 7-9am @$25 week Rocket Lab Ages 8-12 RMC Studios WEB 3...2...1... Blast Off! This camp is rockets, rockets, and 3158201 1-4p M-F 7/7-7/11 more rockets! Build and launch a rocket everyday and learn After care 4-6pm@ $25 week the physics of rocket flight! Campers learn the importance of teamwork in launching rockets and have the opportunity Glee Week to try their hand at each role. After care offered 4-6pm @ A fun week of singing with RMC Studios. Students will learn $25 week proper singing technique and posture and have the chance Ages 7-12 Mad Science Staff WEB to sing their favorite songs solo and with a group! Res $159/Non-Res $183 Res $140/Non-Res $161 3157028 1-4p M-F 8/18-8/22 Ages 5-7 RMC Studios WEB 3158215 9a-12p M-F 8/4-8/8 Moving With Science Before care 7-9am @$25 week Join the Mad Scientist in a fun-filled exploration of how Ages 8-12 RMC Studios WEB science keeps our world moving. Before care 7-9am @ $25 3158216 1-4p M-F 8/4-8/8 week After care 4-6pm@ $25 week Ages 5-7 Mad Science Staff WEB Res $159/Non-Res $183 Recording and Music Technology Camp 3157005 9a-12p M-F 8/25-8/29 Come have fun experimenting with synthesizers, effects pedals, and recording music on your computer! If you enjoy creating your own music and want to learn how to use Scene of the Crime computers and other music technology, this is the camp for Blood spatter & brain matter oh my! Not for the weak- you! Before care 7-9am @ $25 per week hearted, this camp lets your inner CSI scream! After care Ages 8+ RMC Studios WEB 4-6pm @ $25 week Res $140/Non-Res $ 161 Ages 7-12 Mad Science Staff WEB 3158220 9a-12p M-F 8/18-8/22 Res $159/Non-Res $183 3157060 1-4p M-F 8/25-8/29
CALL TO REGISTER •503.675.2549 • 7 CAMPS Outdoor Camps Opti Sailing Camp Master small boat sailing basics in a dinghy specially designed for children under 120 lbs. Learn rigging and sailing boats in a safe friendly environment Participants must know how to swim and complete a 25 foot swim test without a PFD. Ages 8-12 Staff WLSC Res $298/Non-Res $343 3165360 9a-12p M-F 7/14-7/18 3165361 9a-12p M-F 8/4-8/8 NEW LATE AFTERNOON/EVENING SESSIONS 3165365 4:30-7:30p M-F 7/7-7/11 3165366 4:30-7:30p M-F 8/4-8/8
Club 420 Sailing Camp Master the basics of small boat sailing in WSC’s fleet of Club 420s. Learn basic rigging and sailing in a safe friendly environment. Participants must know how to swim and complete a 25 foot swim test without a PFD. Ages 9-12 Staff WLSC Pre-Engineering Camp using LEGO® Res $298/Non-Res $343 Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of 3165400 9a-12p M-F 7/14-7/18 LEGO® Build engineer-designed projects such as boats, 3165401 9a-12p M-F 8/4-8/8 bridges, mazes and motorized cars, and use special pieces to create your own unique design! This is an ideal way to Kids & Teens Yakatak Camp prepare young builders for the challenge of Engineering Instruction in safety, paddle strokes, bracing, rescues, rolling, FUNdamentals. Before care 7-9am @ $25 week and hydrology. Days one to three take place on flat water. Days Ages 5-7 Play-Well Staff WEB four and five are conducted at a suitable river location. No Res $155/Non-Res $178 experience necessary. 3157250 9a-12p M-F 6/23-6/27 Ages 10-14 Alder Creek JANT Res $327/Non-Res $376 Bash’em Bots using LEGO® 3180680 9a-4p M-F 7/7-7/11 Have you ever wanted to learn how to make a massive motorized LEGO® machine? Instructors guide students in this advanced engineering camp, as they re-engineer standard LEGO® vehicles into mechanized machines that can traverse obstacles and battle fellow bots. After care 4-6pm @ $25 week Ages 7-10 Play-Well Staff WEB Res $155/Non-Res $178 3157280 1-4p M-F 6/23-6/27 Ages 8-12 Play-Well Staff WEB Res $155/Non-Res $178 3157285 1-4p M-F 7/28-8/1 Engineering FUNdamentals using LEGO® Power up your engineering skills with over 100,000 pieces of LEGO®! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects. A hands-on and minds-on class suitable for LEGO® novices to “maniacs.” Before care 7-9am@ $25 week Ages 7-10 Play-Well Staff WEB Res $155/Non-Res $178 3157255 9a-12p M-F 7/28-8/1
8•Register Online•WWW.LAKEOSWEGOPARKS.ORG Summer 2014 CAMPS Garden Art Camp Luscher Farm Camps Explore art and nature in playfully creative ways! Gardens are Nature on the Farm Camp full of colors and textures that inspire artists. Our creations Children discover nature through play and mindful activities. will be displayed at the end of the week for family and friends. Each morning begins with yoga and camp songs, followed by Ages 7-12 Staff LUSCH nature-based activities, healthy garden snacks, and traditional Res $196/Non-Res $225 games played in the field. 3181040 9a-4p M-F 7/21-7/25 Ages 5-8 Staff LUSCH Res $74/Non-Res $93 Knitting and Weaving Camp Join others learning to knit and weave. Begin by knitting a Nature Explorations Around the Farm dishcloth, then move on to a scarf, headband or a bag. Learn 3181010 9a-12p M-F 7/14-7/18 to weave using materials from the garden. Explore the World of Insects Ages 8-12 Staff LUSCH 3181011 9a-12p M-F 7/28-8/1 Res $164/Non-Res $189 3181050 10a-4p M-F 7/28-8/1
Tractors, Trucks and Trailers Climb on Big Red, a tractor very similar to the one Rudy Luscher used. Dig in our digging corner, plant seeds. Listen to stories and make farm related crafts. Ages 4-8 Staff LUSCH Res $78/Non-Res $98 3181060 1p-4p M-Th 6/30-7/3
Cooking and Gardening Camp Learn food preparation and presentation techniques with farm fresh ingredients. Kids get hands-on experience growing, harvesting and preparing delicious food from the garden. Food Around the World Camp Healthy lunch prepared every day by students. Make dishes with international flair. Learn about different Ages 7-12 Staff LUSCH cultures and geographic regions, and the interesting ways they Res $85/Non-Res $107 approach food. Learn about organic gardening and help grow 3181035 9a-12p M-Th 6/30-7/3 your own food for lunch. Ages 5-12 Staff LUSCH Res $186/Non-Res $214 3181030 9a-4p M-F 8/18-8/22
Gardening and Fiber Arts Camp Play with fiber arts each day, delving into felting, weaving and dyeing. Help maintain the Children’s Garden, harvest a healthy snack and gather items from the farm to use in projects. Ages 7-12 Staff LUSCH Res $220/Non-Res $253 3181020 9a-4p M-F 7/7-7/11 3181021 9a-4p M-F 8/11-8/15
In My Backyard Camp Help build a worm bin, learn about organic gardening, chickens and the water cycle. Engage in science experiments and games. Harvest food to make lunch by solar cooking. Daily hikes. Ages 5-12 Staff LUSCH Res $186/Non-Res $214 3167010 9a-4p M-F 6/24-6/28
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For Narnia! Dive into the world of Narnia while you make your own compass, ice sculptures and mythical creatures! Then it’s off to Safari Sam’s for some jungle fun on Friday. 3180752 9a-4p M-F 7/7-7/11
It’s Despicable Oh yes we did! It’s time to assemble the minions as we steal the moon, make robot cookies and your very own villain weapon. On Friday, spend the day at Evergreen Swim Park. Oh yeah! 3180753 9a-4p M-F 7/14-7/18
That’s Good Eatin’ LO Explorers is a weekly-themed camp for school- Learn to play with your food, then eat it! Make your own ice age students; combining two field trips a week and cream, solar s’mores and do experiments with everyone’s favorite thing: Food. Friday we’ll head to OMSI for more a fresh approach to activities. An information packet experimenting! is sent with a schedule of activities and includes 3180754 9a-4p M-F 7/21-7/25 waivers/permission slips. Participants spend Wednesdays on a swimming field trip and Fridays on a themed field trip. Level 1 Warp Get ready for the Nintendo thunder while we race Mario Karts, LO Explorers offers an optional “Counselor In Training” (CIT) create your own Pokemon and more! Then it’s off to Pump It program for participants ages 10-12. CIT’s help lead activities Up for some bouncy fun! and assist with day-to-day operations. Participants are 3180755 9a-4p M-F 7/28-8/1 presented with a CIT Certificate at the end of camp.
Bring a sack lunch, water bottle and sunscreen daily; sandals The Imaginarium with back-straps only. Explore some of the wildest stories and creatures ever Ages 7-12 Staff WEB created as we make Auryns from The NeverEnding Story, learn Res $200/Non-Res $240 *Res $160/Non-Res $192 about werewolves and monsters, and crystal balls from The Labrynth! Spend Friday at the famous Enchanted Forest. 3180756 9a-4p M-F 8/4-8/8
BEFORE AND AFTER CAMP CARE LOX offers the option of before/after camp care each week. Wild Thing Monday-Friday 7-9a and 4-6p Explore our wild planet and the creatures that live on it! Ages 7-12 Staff WEB Experiment with various habitats, make a flamingo marionette, Res $50/Non-Res $58 (per week) and more! Take a trip to the zoo to see some real animals on *Res $40/Non-Res $46 (per week) Friday. 3180757 9a-4p M-F 8/11-8/15
Wizards Hallow Wingardium Leviosa! Spend the week dabbling in potions, caring for magical creatures and fine tuning your conjuring *Heroes Assemble! techniques in this spell-binding camp! Culminate the week at Get ready for a crash course in super heroes & their villainous Ultrazone playing laser tag in the 2-level arena. foes! Make your own Bat Signal, edible kryptonite and go 3180758 9a-4p M-F 8/18-8/22 through Super Hero training! Spend Thursday working on your hero moves at Sky High. *No Camp July 4 3180751 9a-4p M-Th 6/30-7/3
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Ronald McDonald House and Tree to Tree Ropes Course Learn how to support families in need by helping maintain the Ronald McDonald House and cook lunch for the residents and their children in treatment. Then head to the Tree to Tree Ropes Course in for some extreme fun! 3182012 9a-4p Tu-Th 7/15-7/17
Adult Community Center, Oregon Food Bank and Rock Climbing LO Teen Service Corps is a volunteer Spend day one serving lunch at the Adult Community Center opportunity for teens ages 13-17. This program then help the Oregon Food Bank harvest its organic garden. is a three-day commitment; two days of service End the week with an outdoor rock climbing experience at and an adventurous activity on the third day. Broughton Bluff. Volunteer hours can be used towards graduation 3182030 9a-4p Tu-Th 7/22-7/24 requirements, and each teen receives an LO Teen Service Corps shirt. An information packet is sent Cedar Sinai Park and Kayaking with any waivers/permission slips needed, as well Play bingo and do crafts with residents then help with events as service and field trip details. at Cedar Sinai Park’s Robison Health Center. Spend the third day kayaking on the upper Willamette. **Each week provides 10-12 hours of community service 3182015 9a-4p Tu-Th 7/29-7/31
Bring a sack lunch, water bottle and sunscreen daily. *Participants are welcome to bring money for snacks or other LO Natural Resources and Bullwinkles items on field trip days. Help restore local natural areas at Canal Acres Park then head Ages 13-17 Staff WEB to Bullwinkles for mini-golf, laser tag & more! Res$115/Non-Res $132 3182021 9a-4p Tu-Th 8/5-8/7 There is no before care provided for this camp; participants may attend the Teen Lounge drop-in hours until 5pm. Luscher Farm and White Water Rafting Work at Lake Oswego’s historic farm and organic gardens then Happy Trails Riding Center, Luscher Farm and head to the White Salmon River for white water rafting! Evergreen Space Museum and Swim Park 3182035 9a-4p Tu-Th 8/12-8/14 Spend day one maintaining grounds and grooming horses at Happy Trails Riding Center then help plant in the Luscher Farm Demonstration Garden. Then it’s off to the Evergreen Wings & Waves Water Park! 3182000 9a-4p Tu-Th 6/24-6/26
Friends Of Tryon Creek and White Water Rafting Work to restore trails and the natural habitats in Tryon Creek State Park. End the week white water rafting on the Clackamas River! 3182010 9a-4p Tu-Th 7/1-7/3
LO Natural Resources and Mt Hood Adventure Park Help restore natural habitats at Pennington Park and maintain the parks in your own backyard. Then head to Mt. Hood for some bungee jumping and go-karts! 3182025 9a-4p Tu-Th 7/8-7/10
CALL TO REGISTER •503.675.2549 • 11 CAMPS LAKE OSWEGO PARKS & RECREATION PRESENTS SKYHAWKS SPORTS CAMPS SPORTS DATES COURSE# LOCATIONS TIMES AGES FEES Tiny-Hawk Soccer Jun 23-26 (4 days) SSA56092 Palisades Elementary, 1500 Greentree 1-1:45p 3.5-4 $35 Tiny-Hawk Soccer Jul 7-10 (4 days) SSA56028 Oak Creek Elementary, 55 Kingsgate 1-1:45p 3.5-4 $35 Jul 8-Aug 5 Mini-Hawk Soccer (Tuesdays) SSA80019 West End Building, 4101 Kruse Way 6p-7p 4-6 $49 Mini-Hawk Multi-Sport: Soccer, Baseball & Basketball Mini-Hawk Multi Jun 16-20 SSA55826 Westlake Park, 14165 Bunick Dr. 9a-12p 4-6 $105 Palisades Elementary, 1500 Greentree Mini-Hawk Multi Jun 23-27 SSA55888 Ave. 9a-12p 4-6 $105 Mini-Hawk Multi Jul 7-11 SSA55785 Oak Creek Elementary, 55 Kingsgate 9a-12p 4-6 $105 Palisades Elementary, 1500 Greentree Mini-Hawk Multi Jul 21-24 (4 days) SSA55841 Ave. 9a-12p 4-6 $89 Mini-Hawk Multi Aug 4-8 SSA55722 Palisades Elementary,1500 Greentree Ave. 9a-12p 4-6 $105 Mini-Hawk Multi Aug 11-15 SSA57322 George Rogers Park, 611 State Street 9a-12p 4-6 $105 Skyhawks Sports Multi-Sport (Soccer, Baseball, & Basketball) Jun 23-27 SSA58661 Palisades Elementary 9a-3p 7-12 $139 Mighty-Hawk Soccer Jul 7-11 SSA55683 Oak Creek Elementary, 55 Kingsgate 9a-12p 6-8 $105 Mighty-Hawk Soccer Jul 21-24 (4 days) SSA55660 Palisades Elementary,1500 Greentree Ave. 9a-12p 6-8 $89 Mighty-Hawk Soccer Aug 11-15 SSA57322 Westlake Park, 14165 Bunick Dr. 9a-12p 6-8 $105 Soccer Jun 16-20 SSA55623 Westlake Park, 14165 Bunick Dr. 9a-3p 8-12 $139 Soccer Aug 4-8 SSA55892 Hazelia Field 17800 Stafford Rd. 9a-3p 8-12 $139 Baseball Jul 21-25 SSA55574 East Waluga Park, 15505 Quarry Rd. 9a-12p 7-10 $105 Mighty-Hawk Basketball Jun 30-Jul 3 (4 days) SSA55906 Oak Creek Elementary, 55 Kingsgate 9a-12p 6-8 $89 Mighty-Hawk Basketball Jul 14-18 SSA57634 Oak Creek Elementary, 55 Kingsgate 9a-12p 6-8 $105 Mighty-Hawk Basketball Aug 4-8 SSA56093 Palisades Elementary,1500 Greentree Ave. 9a-12p 6-8 $105 Basketball Jun 16-20 SSA55999 Palisades Elementary,1500 Greentree Ave. 9a-3p 8-12 $139 Basketball Jul 7- 11 SSA55788 Palisades Elementary,1500 Greentree Ave. 9a-3p 8-12 $139 Basketball Jul 21-24(4 days) SSA55767 Palisades Elementary,1500 Greentree Ave. 9a-3p 8-12 $115 Volleyball Jul 28-Aug 1 SSA55721 Palisades Elementary,1500 Greentree Ave. 9a-12p 7-10 $105 Flag Football Jun 30-Jul 3 (4 days) SSA58806 Hazelia Field 17800 Stafford Rd. 9a-12p 8-12 $89 Flag Football Jul 14-18 SSA55677 Hazelia Field 17800 Stafford Rd. 9a-3p 8-12 $139 Flag Football Aug 11-15 SSA57633 Hazelia 17800 Stafford Rd. 9a-12p 7-12 $105 Boys Lacrosse* Jul 28-Aug 1 SSA57036 Hazelia Field 17800 Stafford Rd. 9a-12p 7-12 $125 *Requires Special Equipment!
Skyhawks Sports Academy 6311 E. Mt. Spokane Drive, Mead, WA 99021 Register on-line: www.skyhawks.com Call 1-800-804-3509 for information
12•Register Online•WWW.LAKEOSWEGOPARKS.ORG Summer 2014 CAMPS Skateboarding Camps GIRLS LACROSSE CAMPS In partnership with the experienced coaches of Lacrosse Northwest. Girl’s equipment required: goggles, mouth guard, lacrosse stick and water bottle. Equipment questions? Contact Lax NW at 503-295-7774 or admin @laxnw.com
Beginning to Intermediate For players with one year or less lacrosse experience and younger players. Focus is on basic lacrosse skills. Each session includes scrimmages and fun games. Girls ages 8-13 Lax NW HFLF Res $101/Non-Res $117 3410080 9a-12p M-Th 6/23-6/26
For details on Skateboarding Camps ages 6-14 see page 32 Skills, Strategy and Team Play For players with 2 + years of game playing experience in an organized league. Table Tennis Camp Focus on advanced lacrosse skills. Speed and agility This is more than ping-pong! Have fun improving eye-hand development incorporated. Scrimmages included. coordination and reflexes. Check out techniques and discuss Girls ages 11-14 Lax NW HFLF strategy. Play round-robin games. Ideal for beginning and Res $101/Non-Res $117 intermediate players. 3410085 9a-12p M-Th 6/23-6/26 Ages 9-15 Rhodes WEB Res $51/Non-Res $64 For Boys Lacrosse Camp info and Skyhawks Sports Camps 3175200 6:30-8pm M/W 7/7-7/16 see page 12.
Fencing Camps Learn the basic skills of the Olympic sport of fencing. Quick action and fun. This dynamic sport offers challenges to quick thinking, coordination, strength and agility. Safety is emphasized. All equipment is provided. Wear athletic type clothing and shoes. Before-care 7-9am @ $25 week Res $105/Non-Res $121 Ages 7-11 OR Fencing Alli. WEB 3175000 8:45-11:45a M-F 7/14-7/18 3175001 9a-12p M-F 7/28-8/1 3175002 9a-12p M-F 8/18-8/22 Ages 10-15 OR Fencing Alli. WEB 3175003 9a-12p M-F 8/4-8/8
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Before & After Camp Care Now Available!
We are proud to offer before & after camp care for many camps held at the MISSOULA CHILDREN’S THEATRE West End Building!
The Missoula Children’s Theatre presents Alice In Wonderland, an original adaptation based on Lewis Check individual camp listings for Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and availability and select optional camp pricing Through the Looking Glass. when you register. Care hours are 7-9am and 4-6pm. The story begins with Alice and her older sister Margaret Call 503-675-2549 for details! reading together. Margaret becomes frustrated, as Alice is curious about absolutely everything. Suddenly, a White Rabbit appears from nowhere. After a quick and nonsensical conversation, Alice follows the rabbit to a strange and wonderful place. In the course of her adventures, Alice meets a band of Flowers, the King and Queen of Hearts, the Knave and the rest of the suit of Cards, a giant Caterpillar, a Fish, a Frog, the Duchess, the Cook, the Cheshire Cat, the Gryphon, PRESENTS the Mock Turtle, a group of singing Lobsters, Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum, the March Hare, the Mad Hatter, the Dormouse and Humpty Dumpty. Through it all, Alice grows “curiouser and curiouser” as to where she is and even who Kids Get she is. In the end, the answers she seeks are unimportant. Wonderland is all nonsense, anyway. As the White Rabbit explains, “Nonsense is fun!” Creative! Performances George Rogers Park- Main Stage Friday, June 20, 4p (Free) Friday, June 20 Saturday, June 21, 10:30a ($5) Info about auditions on page 6 Call 503-675-2549 for more information. 12-4pm Lower George Rogers Park Presented at: Lake Oswego Festival of the Arts For more information, or a schedule of activities, please visit www.LOMoms.com
2014: Fire & Water: Contrasts in Expression
14•Register Online•WWW.LAKEOSWEGOPARKS.ORG Summer 2014 PRESCHOOL PRESCHOOL Preschool Art Hour The preschool years are an exciting time for Let your imagination run wild and explore the messy world of art! Use a variety of mediums with stories and song to make young children. As infants, they develop trust for art and new friends. Parent participation required. their caregivers. As toddlers, they begin to establish Ages 2-6 Harris WEB some independence; and as preschoolers, they Res $28/Non-Res $42 use trust and newfound independence to actively Additional Sibling $14/Non-Res $21 explore new forms of play in new environments. 3100600 9:30-10:30a Tu 6/24-7/15 Recreation programs provide safe, fun and engaging 3100601 9:30-10:30a Tu 7/29-8/19 activities to help your child grow and learn about the world around home and community. Mini-Ballerinas Young dancers improve their musicality and learn the proper ballet positions, turns, kicks, flexibility, sequences, dances, Hooked on Phonics Reading Enrichment terminology and more all while building self confidence in a Hooked on Phonics (HOP) is an extremely visual tool that fun environment. allows you to measure your child’s learning progress. The HOP Ages 4-7 Mabe WEB program is designed to help your child learn the letter names Res $51/Non-Res $64 and sounds, combine the letter sounds to read words, practice 3120410 4-4:50p Th 6/12-7/17 reading those words in stories and books, understand the 3120411 4-4:50p Th 7/24-8/28 meaning of stories and books, and enjoy learning to read. The program includes all related materials and personal attention of a tutorial instructor. Ages 3-8 PB PLAY Res $75/Non-Res $86 3110680 4:10p-5:10p W 6/14-6/25 3110681 4:10p-5:10p W 7/2-7/23 INSTRUCTOR BIO 3110682 4:10p-5:10p W 7/17-8/20 Guilchin Tarabus
Gulchin Tarabus believes music strengthens and empowers the New individual and community. Through Mini Music Camp song, movement, Students sing songs and build an instrument to take creativity and home. Spend time exploring instruments, and sing and discipline, students dance to a wide variety of music including classical, folk learn the value of and musical theatre. No before/after care personal expression Ages 4-6 Tarabus WEB as well as their Res $103/Non-Res $119 ability to contribute 3158020 9:15a-12:30p M-Th 7/28-7/31 to a greater whole. 3158021 9:15a-12:30p M-Th 8/18-8/21 Gulchin explores music through playful activities that encourage children to develop confidence and musical ability while finding their own sense of self- expression. Gulchin enjoys hiking, cooking, riding her bike, and sampling the wonderful food of Portland. Picture,She is an ad, avid did pianist you know and loves to practice and perform classicaletc. music as a soloist and with other musicians in Portland. For information on Skyhawks Sports Camps for ages 3-12, see page 12.
CALL TO REGISTER •503.675.2549 • 15 GET MOVING Kids & Teens Get Moving Adult Get Moving Kids Tap Dance Belly Dance Basics Dancers improve musicality by learning rhythmic tap steps Learn basic belly dance torso movement, steps and rhythms. such as shuffles, flaps, buffaloes, pull backs, time steps, Fun workout appropriate for all ages and body types. Six week flexibility, sequences, dances, terminology and more all while sessions. building self confidence in a fun environment. Ages 12+ Evart WEB Ages 6-9 Mabe WEB Res $49/Non-Res $74 Res $51/Non-Res $64 3340810 6:30-7:30p M 6/9-7/14 3245400 5-5:50p Th 6/12-7/17 3340811 6:30-7:30p M 7/21-8/25 3245401 5-5:50p Th 7/24-8/28
Jazz Dance for Kids Belly Dance Beyond the Basics Young dancers improve their musicality and learn proper jazz Improve and refine basic techniques while adding challenging turns, walks, kicks, pivots, flexibility, sequences, dances, new movements and combinations. Fun workout for all ages terminology and more all while building self confidence in a and body types. Recommended three sessions at beginning fun environment. level prior to enrolling. Six week sessions. Ages 6-9 Mabe WEB Ages 12+ Evart WEB Res $51/Non-Res $64 Res $49/Non-Res $74 3245410 6-6:50p Th 6/12-7/17 3340820 7:30-8:30p M 6/9-7/14 3245411 6-6:50p Th 7/24-8/28 3340821 7:30-8:30p M 7/21-8/25 Inclusion Policy Belly Dance Fitness, Line Dance, Tap Dance and Ballroom Parks & Recreation Programs Dance Classes resume in the fall-See you then! The City of Lake Oswego believes that including all people in the fabric of society strengthens community, strengthens GET TO KNOW US individuals and enhances quality of life. The City of Lake Kelliegh Bradley Oswego promotes inclusion and opportunities for choice to Kelliegh Bradley provides enhance the quality of life for its residents, including persons administrative support, but that with disabilities. barely describes all she really does. She is the author/editor If you are in need of special accommodations, please call of information about Parks 503-675-2549 programs for the LO Review, Hello LO and the Council Digest. A background as a Fitness at the acc FITNESS AT THE ACC previous City Recorder helps her develop contracts within the The Adult Community Center is now Department. Recently, Kelliegh offering a variety of Fitness Classes for all levels. Get your body moving with Zumba began coordinating 50+ fitness programs at the Adult Gold, Body in Motion, and Aerobic Exercise Community Center, and she plays a key role on the new Fitness at the acc to Music. Looking to stay supple and strong? registration system project team. Try Gentle Yoga, Tai Chi, Sit and Be Fit, and our Strength Training Classes. A native Oregonian, Kelliegh graduated from University of fitness at the acc California Baptist with a Masters Degree in Kinesiology These classes are the foundation of FITNESS with a concentration in Sports Management. She was a offered at the ACC! Check the HelloLO insert for the latest bi-monthly edition of Living 50+or Recreation Programmer and City Recorder for a California fitness at the acc visit us on the web at www.ci.oswego.or.usacc. municipality. She returned to Oregon and began working for For more information and registration call: Parks & Recreation in January 2012. 503-635-3758. Kelliegh’s passion for fitness traverses her life both at and away from work. “I am delighted to be working with “You are never to old to become Young.” fitness at the ACC the 50+ population in Lake Oswego!”, exclaimed Kelliegh. Kelliegh and her husband Rich own a fitness gym in another For additional summer fitness classes for ages 50+ community. While her husband runs the gym full-time, she See the Adult Community Center’s Living 50+ publication gets a chance to coach and market events during her free for May-June. The Bi-Monthly Living 50+ publication can be time. Kelliegh enjoys snowboarding, skateboarding, CrossFit FITNESS AT THE ACC found online, Visit www.ci.oswego.or.us/acc and look in the competitions, surfing, reading, movies and spending time Hello LO publication. with family and friends.
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Nia Nia Summer Drop-In The Love Your Body Workout – Nia is an exhilarating fitness Allows flexibility. Drop-In available only for below Nia classes and lifestyle practice combining martial arts, dance and taught by certified Black Belt Nia Instructor Carol Kaplan healing arts. Transformational, powerful, graceful and fun – at Lakewood Center on Tuesdays, Thursdays & Sundays. Through Movement We Find Health. Valid only 6/1-8/31 and available in 1, 5, 10 or 15 class increments for Nia classes in this section. Non-Refundable. Nia Try-It-Out Day Non-Transferrable. For new students. Here’s your chance to try out a Nia class No Class 6/12, 6/15, 6/17, 6/19, 6/22 and 6/24 for free! Stop by the Lakewood Center. Ages 14+ Kaplan LKWD Ages 14+ Kaplan LKWD Res $12/Non-Res $18 Free 3402055 Drop-in 1 time 8:45-9:55a Su 7/20 Res $52/Non-Res $65 3402050 Drop-in 5 times Res $100/Non-Res $115 Nia Class Registration Only 3402051 Drop-in 10 times No Class 6/12, 6/15, 6/17, 6/19, 6/22 and 6/24 Res $146/Non-Res $168 Ages 14+ Kaplan LKWD 3402052 Drop-in 15 times Twice per week Res $185/Non-Res $213 Drop-In Options for Nia classes taught by Carol Kaplan at the 3402010 9:15-10:25a Tu/Th 6/3-8/28 Lakewood Center Once per week 9:15-10:25a Tu 6/3-8/26 Res $101/Non-Res $116 9:15-10:25a Th 6/5-8/28 3402000 8:45-9:55a Su 6/1-8/31 8:45-9:55a Su 6/1-8/31
Yoga DROP-IN YOGA Stretch, strengthen and relax. Focus on basic Drop-In Yoga Class Options postures, sequencing, alignment and breathing Monday and Wednesday evenings while building flexibility, strength and stamina. Bring Drop-In classes held at Adult Community Center. Classes a yoga mat. are appropriate for most people and offer a balanced yoga practice. The Drop-In option allows flexibility. Valid only 6/2-8/13 for classes listed below. Purchase in 1, 5, 10 or 15 class increments. Non-refundable. Non-transferrable. CLASS REGISTRATION ONLY Summer Yoga Drop-In purchases expire 8/13. * Participation by class registration only. These classes do Drop-In Fees not have the drop-in option. Ages 16+ Crosby ACC Res $12/Non-Res $18 Gentle Yoga 3400035 Drop-in 1 time Modifications for various postures are suggested and gentle Res $60/Non-Res $75 hands-on adjustments are used. No Class 6/16 3400030 Drop-in 5 times Ages 18+ Klein WEB Res $115/Non-Res $132 Res $66/Non-Res $83 3400031 Drop-in 10 times 3400020 12:15-1:15p M 6/2-7/28 Res $162/Non-Res $186 3400032 Drop-in 15 times Ages 18+ Crosby WEB Res $66/Non-Res $83 3400021 1:15-2:15p Th 6/5-7/24 Drop-In Available Classes at ACC Yoga – Level 1 Class is focused and supportive of beginners. Yoga-Levels 1 & 2 5:30-6:45p W 6/4-8/13 Beginning and continuing students. Yoga – Levels 1 & 2 Ages 16+ Crosby WEB Beginning and continuing students. Res $66/Non-Res $83 5:30-6:45p M 6/2-8/11 3400060 12-1p Th 6/5-7/24
CALL TO REGISTER •503.675.2549 • 17 GET OUTDOORS Get Outdoors Ranger Ben’s Friday Evening Stroll Series Join Park Ranger Ben LaBounty for some incredibly cool interpretive tours on Lake Oswego’s trails. The diverse geology, flora and fauna make Lake Oswego a special place to learn tidbits of history and view areas of great beauty. Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. Dress for the weather and register early as these tours are popular and space is limited.
Adventures Without Limits is mission-directed to empower Local History Walking Tour people of all abilities through quality outdoor experiences. Tour Lake Oswego’s first park, George Rogers Park and the We provide participants with the opportunity to develop historically significant iron furnace. Hear about local folklore, new skills, enhance awareness of the natural environment, ecology, and wildlife including eagles, heron, osprey and other build self-confidence, and recognize personal potential. birds on the trails. Wheelchair and stroller accessible. Adventures Without Limits can adapt equipment and All Ages La Bounty GRP provide additional staff support to accommodate people Res $5/Non-Res $6 with disabilities. These trips are for youth ages 9 and up. 3331100 5:30-6:30pm F 6/13 Transportation for these excursions is not included; for 3331101 5:30-6:30pm F 7/25 more information on trips, directions or open enrollment opportunities please go to www.awloutdoors.org Walking History Tour of Luscher Farm Join LO’s Park Ranger for a rain or shine tour and Rafting: North Santiam history chat. Parents may back pack or carry children, This section of the river has a number of fun class lll rapids but no stroller/wheelchairs. Children under 12 must be including Spencer’s Hole, Carnivore and Mill City Falls. accompanied by an adult. Throw on one of our wetsuits for this exciting summer run! All ages LaBounty LUSCH Ages 9+ AWL BEAV/TDL Res $5/Non-Res $6 Res $69/Non-Res $87 3331105 5:30-6:30 F 6/27 3362401 9a-5:30p Sa 6/7 3331106 5:30-6:30 F 8/22 Outdoor Climbing: French’s Dome, Mt. Hood French’s Dome offers an excellent range of easy to LAKE OSWEGO PARKS & RECREATION SWIM PARK moderate climbs that are perfect for any individual who is interested in trying outdoor rock climbing. Challenge 250 Ridgeway Road yourself to reach the top for breathtaking views of Mt. Hood 503-953-9325 over the canopy. Ages 9+ AWL BEAV/TDL The Lake Oswego Swim Park is a public facility featuring Res $69/Non-Res $87 a wading pool, intermediate section and lap pool under the 3362444 9a-5p Sa 7/12 supervision of certified lifeguards. The swim park is open to Lake Oswego residents only at no charge. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an individual Kayaking: Scappoose Bay 16 years or older. The buddy system is strictly enforced Scappoose Bay is home to one of the last functioning, and no one is allowed to swim alone. Have fun with tidally influenced bays remaining in the US. The area is rich the water shooters and the inner tubes. Relax in the with forests, wetlands, and neo-tropic birds. picnic area or on park chairs and chaise lounges in or Ages 9+ AWL BEAV/TDL out of the sunshine. Groups of more than twelve should Res $69/Non-Res $87 phone ahead. Park closure is considered when the air 3362397 9a-5p Sa 8/9 temperature drops below 65 degrees. Swim Park is open daily from Monday, July 1 through Friday, August 31, and hours are 1-6pm.
18•Register Online•WWW.LAKEOSWEGOPARKS.ORG Summer 2014 GET OUTDOORS LOPS Partnership Live Where You Play” A Walking Tour of Historic Iron Mountain Boulevard Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation is proud to Meet on the west side of Iron Mountain Boulevard by the announce the partnership with the Lake Oswego Oswego Lake Country Club (OLCC) driveway entrance. Street Preservation Society. Their mission is to support parking; please do not park in the OLCC lots unless you are a Lake Oswego’s historic fabric through advocacy member. Carpooling is recommended. and education. Their motto: “We see a future in All Ages LOPS 20 Iron Mountain Blvd our past.” is demonstrated by giving back to the near OLCC entrance Res $10/Non-Res $15 community with the presentation of the enriching 3331510 2-3:30p Su 7/13 tours listed below. 3331511 2-3:30p Sa 7/19
Take a Walk into Lake Oswego’s Industrial Past Join the Lake Oswego Preservation Society’s walking tour and discover what nineteenth century visitors saw and heard when they toured Oswego’s pioneering iron works. Excursions to Oswego to visit the iron works drew groups as varied as the Methodist Episcopal Sunday School and the Oregon Press “Blockbuster” A Walking Tour of Historic Association. Walk in their footsteps and learn what they saw Downtown Commercial Buildings when they stood inside the casting house and watched what Lake Oswego, one of the oldest towns in Clackamas County, happened when the furnace was tapped. Join Susanna Kuo, has a number of historic, downtown commercial buildings, yet Lake Oswego Preservation Society advisory board member, for little has been done to showcase these treasures until now. The this fascinating tour. Meet on the main stairway to the beach Lake Oswego Preservation Society is offering the “Blockbuster” in George Rogers Park. walking tour which features 14 buildings that span nearly 100 All Ages LOPS GRP years from 1875 to 1962. All of these buildings have a story Res $10/Non-Res $15 to tell. Join Marylou Colver, Lake Oswego Preservation Society 3331520 8:30-10:30a Sa 6/28 president, for an educational and entertaining tour! Meet at Sundeleaf Plaza, pre-registration is required All Ages LOPS SUND Industrial Archaeology Walking Tour Res $10/Non-Res $15 Join the Lake Oswego Preservation Society’s tour to learn 3331500 2-3:30p Sa 7/12 what archaeologists discovered when they investigated 3331501 2-3:30p Su 7/20 sites associated with Lake Oswego’s historic iron industry. Become a history detective and see what remnants of the iron industry you can spot in George Rogers Park, Old Town, and the Foothills area. Not all archaeological resources are buried; many are in plain view but go unnoticed. Lake Oswego Preservation Society advisory board member, Susanna Kuo, will share her extensive knowledge of the iron industry. Meet in front of the iron furnace in George Rogers Park. All Ages LOPS GRP Res $10/Non-Res $15 3331530 8:30-10:30a Su 7/27
Photo courtesy of Raymond S. Smith, A.I.A. Rogers Brothers Building on corner of State Street and A Avenue (402 N State Street) Credit Lake Oswego Public Library
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Basic Canoe Skills Kayak Program with Alder Canoeing is a wonderful way to explore and enjoy the water! Begin by discussing equipment needs and safety. In the water, Creek Kayak learn proper techniques for launching, landing, paddle strokes, All classes meet at an Alder Creek store where and boat maneuvers. you receive detailed instructions. All paddling gear Ages 10-15 w/adult Alder Creek JANT provided. To contact Alder Creek, please go to www. Res $30/Non-Res $35 aldercreek.com. Choose optional pricing depending Ages 16+ Alder Creek JANT Res $50/Non-Res $58 on age. 3360290 11a-2p Sa 6/14 3360291 11a-2p Su 7/6 BOAT 1515 SE Water St. PDX 3360292 11a-2p Sa 7/26 JANT 200 NE Tomahawk Island Dr. PDX 3360293 11a-2p Su 8/3 RIDG Division St. and Lake River, Ridgefield WA
Basic Stand Up Paddle Lesson Basic Skills Kayak On dryland we discuss paddling safely, basic equipment and This class establishes the foundation that all paddlers need. proper board carrying. On the water, we introduce the basic Begin by discussing paddling safely, local destinations and paddle strokes needed to efficiently move a Stand-Up board equipment. On the water, learn basic paddle strokes needed on flat-water. No experience necessary. to efficiently move a kayak through water. Ages 10-15 w/adult Alder Creek JANT Ages 10-15 ALD JANT Res $30/Non-Res $35 Res $40/Non-Res $46 Ages 16+ Alder Creek JANT Ages 16+ ALD JANT Res $50/Non-Res $58 Res $65/Non-Res $75 3360360 1:30-4:30p Su 6/1 3360260 10a-2p Th 6/5 3360361 9:30a-12:30p Sa 6/21 3360261 9a-1p F 6/27 3360362 1:30-4:30p Su 7/13 3360262 10a-2p Th 7/17 3360363 1:30-4:30p Su 8/10
Bachelor Island Kayaking Tour Paddle through the winding waterways of the Columbia River Water Trail. Practice paddling skills while viewing birds and wildlife and explore paths once traveled by native tribes and Lewis and Clark. Introductory experience required. Ages 10-15 w/adult ALD RIDG Res $45/Non-Res $52 Ages 16+ ALD RIDG Res $75/Non-Res $86 3360330 10a-3p Sa 6/28 3360331 10a-3p Su 8/10
Ross Island Tour Go paddling and view Portland from a natural and new perspective! Explore the backwaters of the Willamette River between Ross Island and Oaks Bottom Wildlife Refuge. Ages 10-15 ALD BOAT Res $25/Non-Res $29 Ages 16+ ALD BOAT Res $39/Non-Res $45 3360270 10a-1p Sa 6/14 3360271 10a-1p Su 8/3
For sailing and kayaking camps for ages 8-18 year olds, please see page _.
20•Register Online•WWW.LAKEOSWEGOPARKS.ORG Summer 2014 HIKES & RAMBLES HIKES & RAMBLES COORDINATORS: June: Rita McCormick (Tu), Connie Weiss (Th) July: Deborah Downs (Tu), Linda Folkestad (Th) August: Dorothy Farmer (Tu), Bee Neufeld (Th)
GENERAL INFORMATION What to bring Daypack containing lunch, sufficient water, sun protection, trail snacks, rain gear, extra clothing and personal items such as sunglasses, insect repellent, first aid kit, compact space blanket, whistle and flashlight. Ticks and poison oak may be prevalent. What to wear Clothes suitable for weather conditions. Sturdy, lug-soled, waterproof walking shoes/boots, sun protection.
Car Pooling & Fees Arranged among participants. Driver mileage donation noted with each hike ($ From WEB, $ From 2nd Location); bridge tolls shared by all. All mileage is round trip. $1 LO Rec. fee payable Mountain Park Hike at hike. Information MEETING LOCATIONS & TIMES Hikes/rambles are not canceled 1st meeting location is ALWAYS the City of Lake Oswego’s West End Building (WEB), due to rain, but leaders may change 4101 Kruse Way. Park in back of building in the lower parking lot. location if driving/hiking conditions are hazardous. Leaders may refuse 2nd meeting locations: to take anyone not properly equipped AWHD Airport Way Home Depot. I-205 exit 24B onto NE Airport Way, then left on or who is determined to be incapable NE Glenn Widing Dr. of making a specific trip. Participants CFM Clackamas Fred Meyer. I-205 exit 12-A. Park in N parking lot near Elmer’s accept responsibility for their personal Pancake House. safety. No animals permitted. EOT End of the Tr. Interpretive Center. I-205 exit 9, left on McLoughlin Blvd, left on 14th St, left on Washington St. Park Passes JBC Jantzen Beach Center. I-5 exit 308, then turn west. Park in the SW corner of Northwest Forest Pass (NWFP) may be the Office Depot lot. required for each vehicle at selected L&C Lewis & Clark State Park. I-84 exit 18. trailheads in National Forests. SPS Sunset Plaza Safeway, NW Murray Rd. at Cornell Rd. (US 26W exit 67). Washington Discovery Pass (WDP) WT Wilsonville Target. I-5 exit 286/Elligsen Rd, NW corner of parking lot. may be required for each vehicle at selected trailheads. Drivers are Summer Hikes LEAVE AT 8:00a responsible for obtaining passes Summer Rambles LEAVE AT 8:30a prior to hike. State Park Pass (SPP) Early departures noted in description available at trailhead.
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6/3 - Hike Hamilton Mt. Loop 6/12 - Hike Cape Lookout 6/24 - Hike Marys Peak Leaders: Diane Bradshaw & Liz Miner. Leader: Rich Conser. 9.6 mi. 1200 ft. Leader: Meredith Millman. 6.7 mi. 1600 7.5 mi. 2000 ft. More difficult: 49 Gradual sloping tr. thru spruce forest, ft. Rendezvous at Philomath McDonalds, switchbacks to the top for fabulous views. then out to the Cape & back. Drive then hike to the top of highest peak in Drive 120 mi. 2nd meeting place 8:30a 175 mi. 2nd meeting place 8:30a SPS the Coast Range. Views from ocean to AWHD ($12/$10) Washington Discovery ($18/$16) SPP required. Th Mt. Rainier/Mt. Thielsen to Willamette Pass required ($10 one-day pass at the Valley. Marys Peak Campground to trailhead with cost shared). Tu 4,097’ summit for lunch. Drive 200 mi. 6/12 - Ramble Cape Lookout 2nd meeting place 8:15a WT ($20/$19) Leader: Jan Moore. 5 mi. 800 ft. Cliff- NWFP required. Tu 6/3 - Ramble Tryon Creek edged tr. to the tip of Cape (lunch). Wildflowers Spectacular ocean views. Bring Leader: Marylin Anderson. 4 mi. 300 binoculars for whale watching. Wear 6/24 - Ramble Hopkins Tree ft. We will hike thru second growth boots & bring poles for muddy spots. Farm forest looking for wildflowers & plants, Drive 175 mi. 2nd meeting place 9:00a Leader: Yvonne Jacobs. 3 - 4 mi. Fairly & talking about some of the ways they SPS ($18/$16) SPP required. Th level. 140 acre privately owned forest were used by the Native Americans of near Oregon City. Enjoy peaceful walk this area. Drive 10 mi. 2nd meeting near Little Buckner Creek. Drive 30 mi. place 8:45a Tryon Creek Nature Center 6/17 - Hike Eagle Creek to No 2nd meeting place ($3) Tu ($1/$0) Tu Crossover Falls Leader: Yvonne Jacobs. 12 mi. 1200 ft. Spectacular tr. passing six waterfalls, 6/26 - Hike Tamanawas Falls 6/5 - Hike/Ramble thru a rugged canyon in the gorge, to Leaders: Sharon Westcott & Barbara Memaloose Lake/South Fork Tunnel Falls & beyond. Drive 100 mi. Manildi. 5.5 mi. 1000 ft. Loop on the Mountain BOTH DEPART 2nd meeting place 8:45a L&C ($10/$6) scenic Polallie Tr. to inspiring 100-foot NWFP required. Tu curtain of white water at Mt Hood’s 8:30a Leaders: Terry Morse & Sharon eastern base. Drive 150 mi. 2nd Hawley. 2.6 - 4.6 mi. 700 ft or 1400 ft meeting place 8:30a CFM ($15/$13) Th Both groups go thru old growth forest to 6/17 - Ramble Eagle Creek the lake. Hikers continue to the former to Punchbowl Falls lookout site atop South Fork Mountain 6/26 - Ramble Gales Cr. (views from 3 Sisters to Rainier). Drive Leader: Vicci Martinazzi. 4.5 mi. 400 ft. Along beautiful Eagle Creek with Leader: Connie Crow. 6 mi. 500 ft. 110 mi. 2nd meeting place 9:00a CFM Amble thru deep forest with lunch by a ($11/$9) Th waterfalls & basalt cliffs overlooking its gorge. Cable handrails along part. lovely creek. Drive 80 mi. 2nd meeting Bring poles & sturdy hiking shoes. Drive place 9:00a SPS ($8/$6) Th 6/10 - Hike Dog River Tr. 100 mi. 2nd meeting place 9:15a L&C Loop ($10/$6) NWFP required. Tu Leader: Barbara Manildi. 5 mi. 1000 ft. 7/1 - Hike Silver Star Mt. Along well-maintained mountain biking Leader: Barbara Manildi. 6.4 mi. 1900 tr. (few bikes on weekdays) along the 6/19 - Hike Saddle Mountain ft. Route from the north, following old east side of Dog River, then back on an Leader: Michael. 5.2 mi. 1620 ft. Visit forest roads & Ed’s Tr., then return on old forest road. Side trip to beautiful highest point on the NW coast. The best the road. (alternate to steep ascent of viewpoint on ridge above E Fork Hood wildflowers of the Coast Range. Drive Ed’s Tr. available) Fantastic wildflowers R. for lunch. Drive 192 mi. 2nd meeting 140 mi. 2nd meeting place 8:30a SPS & views. Drive 128 mi. (parts of drive place 8:45a L&C ($20/$16) Tu ($14/$12) Th on rough road, high clearance vehicles only). 2nd meeting place 8:30a AWHD ($13/$11) Tu 6/10 - Ramble Lost Lake 6/19 - Ramble Graham Oaks Leader: Elaine McWilliams. 3.4 mi. 100 Nature Park ft. Enjoy forest, flora & fauna, lakeshore, Leader: Claire Legault. 3 mi. level. A 7/1 - Ramble Wauna & Mt Hood views. Loop hike with restored oak woodland & conifer forest Viewpoint possible car shuttle. Drive 190 mi. 2nd with rich wildlife. Paved & gravel trails. Leader: Dorothy Farmer. 4 mi. 800 ft. meeting place 9:15a L&C ($19/$15) $7 Drive 12 mi. No 2nd meeting place ($2) Th Explore scenic wonders above Eagle parking fee. Tu Creek. View Bonneville Dam. Drive 105 mi. 2nd meeting place 9:15a L&C ($11/$7) NWFP required. Tu
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7/3 - Hike Three Corner Rock 7/15 - Hike Elk Meadow/Mt. 7/22 - Ramble Short Leader: Jeanine T. 5.6 mi. 1200 ft. Leader: Carolyn Knutson. 8 mi. 1700 Sands Beach to Neahkanie Section of the Pacific Crest Tr. north of ft. Cross rushing Newton Creek on logs, Bonneville Dam to a rock pinnacle with thru old growth trees to Elk Mt (views, Viewpoint encompassing views. Drive 120 mi. 2nd then down steep tr. to wildflower-filled Leader: Kathy Bell. 4 mi. 400 ft. Scenic meeting place 8:45a L&C ($12/$8 + Elk Meadow. Drive 130 mi. 2nd meeting coastal hike in Oswald West State Park. bridge toll) Th place 8:30a CFM ($13/$11) NWFP Cape Falcon trailhead Short Sands required. Tu Beach along Oregon Coast Tr. Lunch overlooking Devil’s Cauldron, views of 7/3 - Ramble Timberline to the Nehalem Spit & Manzanita. Drive 7/15 - Ramble Timberline to 184 mi. 2nd meeting place 9:00a SPS ZigZag Canyon ($19/$17) Tu Leaders: Bill & Lisa Roberts. 4.6 mi. ZigZag Canyon 500 ft. Walk to a deep canyon with Mt. Leader: Helen Hansen. 4.4 mi. 500 ft. Hood views & lunch at canyon lip. Drive Enjoy views of Mt. Hood & Mt. Jefferson 7/24 - Hike Tomlike 125 mi. 2nd meeting place 9:00a CFM & alpine wildflowers. Drive 140 mi. 2nd Mountain ($13/$11) NWFP required. Th meeting place 9:00a CFM ($14/$12) Leader: Linda Folkestad. 6.6 mi. 1500 NWFP required. Tu ft. Moderate hike to Tomlike Mtn from Wahtum Lake thru hemlock forests to 7/8 - Hike Wildcat Mountain open rock ridgecrest. Return via Anthill Leaders: Barbara Parker & Alan Wells. 7/17 – Hike Bagby Hot Tr., nice view of Wahtum Lake. Drive 6.8 mi. 1200 ft. Quiet in-&-out tr. from Springs 192 mi. 2nd meeting place 8:45a L&C a new trailhead along McIntyre Ridge & Leader: Maureen Becker. 8 mi. 1000 ($20/$16) NWFP required. Th thru beautiful meadows to Wildcat Mt. ft. Ancient forest tr. along Collawash Drive 85 mi. 2nd meeting place 8:30a R. to bath houses & then past several CFM ($9/$7) Tu creeks & Shower Creek Falls. Bathing is 7/24 - Ramble Nehalem Bay optional (additional fee). Drive 142 mi. Leaders: Susan Chamberlain & 2nd meeting place 8:30 CFM ($14/$12) Bernadette Harrington. 5.2 level mi. 7/8 - Ramble Middle Salmon Th Enjoy Nehalem Bay State Park with views River of Neahkahnie Mountain cliffs. Drive Leaders: Claire Legault & Lee Judson. 180 mi. 2nd meeting place 9a SPS 6 - 8 mi. 900 ft. Scenic tr. along Salmon 7/17 - Ramble Tualatin Hills ($18/$16) Th R., thru one of the best old-growth Nature Park forests in NW Oregon. Turn-around Leader: Julia Campbell. 4.5 mi. 100 ft. options before the traversing steep, Loop thru 222 acres of cedar groves, 7/29 - Hike Mt. Defiance forested slopes near the end. Drive deciduous woodlands, marshes, & Leader: Terry Morse. 5 mi. 1500 ft. 100 mi. 2nd meeting place 9:00a CFM creeks. Drive 20 mi. No 2nd meeting Southern route (easier) to Mt Defiance. ($10/$8) NWFP required. Tu place ($2) Th Scenic loop with views of three snow- capped Washington Peaks. Drive 185 mi. 2nd meeting place 8:45a L&C 7/10 - Hike Molalla River 7/22 - Hike Sleeping Beauty ($19/$15) Tu Corridor Leader: Mary Clisby. 3.2 mi. 1410 ft. Leader: Yvonne Jacobs. 6.7 mi. 1200 Visit former fire lookout site on a steep, ft. Views, waterfalls, & rock formations. rocky crag with an astonishing view of 7/29 - Ramble Balch Creek Drive 100 mi. 2nd meeting place 8:30a Mt Adams. Drive 220 mi. 2nd meeting Loop EOT ($10/$8) Th place 8:45a L&C ($22/$18 + bridge Leader: Laurie Simmons. 4.8 mi. 700 ft. toll) Tu Historic Lower Macleay tr. along year- round Balch Creek, then Wildwood tr. 7/10 - Ramble Eagle Creek thru a cool forest of douglas fir, western to Punchbowl Falls To view hike /ramble information for redcedar, & western hemlock to loop Leader: Vicci Martinazzi. 4.2 mi. 400 8/12-8/28 after 8/11 please visit: back to parking area. Drive 26 mi. 2nd ft. Beautiful tr. with waterfalls, cable www.loparks.org meeting place 8:50a MacLeay Park handholds, & cascading stream. Drive entrance (SW Upshur St. off NW Cornell 100 mi. 2nd meeting place 9:15a L&C Rd) ($3/$0) Tu ($10/$6) NWFP required. Th
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7/31 – Hike/Ramble Ape 8/12 - Ramble Little Crater 8/21 - Hike Mt. Adams Lake to Timothy Lake EARLY DEPART 7:30a Cave Leader: Dolores Rhodig. 8 mi. 1600 EARLY DEPART 8:00a Leader: Elaine McWilliams. 5.1 mi. ft. Along Pacific Crest Tr.. Views of Mt. Leader: Liz Miner. 2 – 4 mi. 200-400 150 ft. Second annual Little Crater to Adams & wildflowers. Drive 230 mi. 2nd ft. Lava cave/tube; need headlights, Timothy Lake Ramble. Mostly follows meeting place 8:15a L&C ($23/$19 + flashlight, or lantern plus gloves & Pacific Crest Tr. thru woods with lake bridge toll) NWFP required. Th warm clothing. Drive 152 miles. 2nd views. Possibility of meeting “thru meeting place 8:30 JBC ($16/$14) SPP hikers.” Car Shuttle. Drive 140 mi. 2nd required. Th meeting place 9:00a CFM ($14/$12) 8/21 - Ramble Wahclella $5 campground parking fee for shuttle Falls 8/5 - Hike/Ramble Falls drivers. NWFP required. Tu Leaders: Jim & Gretchen Young. 4 mi. Creek Falls 300 ft. Tanner Creek to thundering 8/14 - Hike Umbrella Falls/ Wahclella Falls, two-tiered waterfall. EARLY DEPART 8:00a Pebble beach lunch spot. Drive 90 mi. Leader: Maureen Becker & Terry Morse. Heather Canyon 2nd meeting place 9:15a L&C ($9/$5) Th 5 - 6.5 mi. 650 - 1200 ft. Along Falls EARLY DEPART 7:30a Creek to spectacular 210 ft three-stage Leader: Rich Conser. 10 mi. 2000 ft. waterfall. Drive 150 mi. 2nd meeting Umbrella Falls Tr. to Timberline Tr., then 8/26 - Hike Whetstone Mt. place 8:45a L&C ($15/$11 + bridge to Past Meadows & Heather Canyon. Leaders: Becky Richardson & Sharon toll) NWFP required. Tu Return via Newton Creek Tr. Difficult Westcott. 5 mi. 1400 ft. Old lookout crossing at Clark Creek. Drive 135 site,spectacular views Mt. Rainier to mi. 2nd meeting place 8:00a CFM Three Sisters. Thru old growth forest 8/7 – Hike TBD ($14/$12) NWFP required. Th & a talus slope. The approach to the Refer to LakeOswegoParks.org for top is steep, so good boots & poles updated information. 8/14 - Ramble Road’s End recommended. Drive 150 mi. 2nd meeting place 8:30a CFM ($15/$13) Tu 8/7 - Ramble June Lake to Beach Walk EARLY DEPART 8:00a Loowit Leader: Ann Calvert. 5.9 level mi. 8/26 - Ramble Timberline Leader: Carolyn Knutsen. 4 mi. 1000 North to headland with pristine beach Lodge Tr. ft. Pass lovely June Lake & continue to & tall cliffs. View multicolored starfish Leaders: Sue Barrett & Sharon Hawley. Loowit Tr.. Search for spring that feeds & anemones in tide pools & on rocks. 3 - 4 mi. 200 ft. Overlook of White River waterfall. Big trees & huckleberries. Lunch at Galucci’s! Drive 180 mi. No Canyon for great views. Possibly also Drive 160 mi. 2nd meeting place 9:00a 2nd meeting place ($18) Th include the Silcox Hut tr. (adds 1100 ft. JBC ($16/$14) NWFP required. Th elevation if walked) or take the chair lift 8/19 - Hike Bird Creek up (additional $9). Drive 130 mi. 2nd 8/12 - Hike Opal Cr. meeting place 9:00a CFM ($13/$11) Tu Leaders: Nicole Rubel & Terry Morse. Meadows 7 mi. 200 ft. Explore ancient forests of Leaders: Diane Nowicki & Elmer Galbi. 8/28 - Hike Indian Mountain Opal Creek. View Opal Pool & old mining 7 mi. 1400 ft. Waterfalls, meadows, Leader: Lu Pinson. 9 mi. 1000 ft. Fields town of Jawbone Flats. Drive 172 mi. flowers, & glacier views on Yakama of gentian & huckleberries along the 2nd meeting place 8:15a WT ($18/$16) Indian Reservation. Drive 200 mi. 2nd Pacific Crest Tr. from Wahtum Lake up to NWFP required. Tu meeting place 8:45a L&C ($20/$16 + share bridge toll & $5 parking fee). Tu old lookout. Views along the way & on top. Drive 190 mi. 2nd meeting place 8/19 - Ramble Beacon 8:45a L&C ($19/$15) Th Rock, Hardy Falls & Rodney 8/28 - Ramble Eagle Fern Falls Park Leader: Vicci Martinazzi. 5 mi. 600 ft. Leader: Bee Neufeld. 3.5 mi. 550 ft. Beacon Rock State Park. Climb the 52 Abundant plant life as Tr. begins along switchbacks on Rock to see Columbia the “other” Eagle Creek. Boots & poles Gorge views, forest tr. to Hardy & required. $5 Drive 60 mi. 2nd meeting Rodney Falls. Bring poles & sturdy place 9:00a CFM ($6/$4 + share park hiking boots. Drive 100 mi. 2nd meeting fee) SPP required. Th place 9:15a L&C ($10/$6 + bridge toll) Washington Discovery Pass required. Tu Wilson River Hike
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Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation is teaming up with Active Network to implement a new registration system effective with FALL 2014 registration August 11, 2014 at 10 a.m. During the migration from the old system to the new system, online registration WILL NOT be accessible from August 8 until August 11 at 10 a.m. Thank you for your support!
For the last year, Parks & Recreation has undertaken The new system offers customers many benefits: an effort to replace our 12+ year old registration All major credit cards are accepted system. After extensive research, we decided to Vouchers can be used online partner with Active Network for software solutions Smart phone registrations are accepted including online and smart phone activity Activities are easier to locate registrations, facilities-fields-park shelters-tennis Use our new web address effective with fall courts reservations, point of sale, league scheduling, registration, Monday, August 11 at 10am. and membership packages. We look forward to better serving We are migrating minimal customer information from you with our new system and thank the old system to the new system that includes the you for your support! name, address, telephone number, email address, birth date, residency status, login and password of customers who have had activity on their www.loparks.org accounts since December 2010.
CALL TO REGISTER •503.675.2549 • 25 ROWING ROWING REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS ROWING PROGRAMS offered through Lake Oswego Community Lake Oswego Community Rowing has teamed up with Parks Rowing (LOCR) & Recreation to provide easy access to information and registration for all rowing activities. Enrollment in any rowing program is dependent on the following requirements: ✓✓ Current and signed Float Test Form ✓✓ Lake Oswego Community Rowing Forms ✓✓ Completed USRowing waiver
Required forms are available on-line at www.lorowing.com forms or through Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation 4101 Kruse Way.
ROWING WITH LOCR In partnership with the City of Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation Department, Lake Oswego Community Rowing (LOCR) offers programs for both New and Experienced rowers. Rowing choices include Learn to Row classes, Youth Rowing (ages 13-18) and Adult/Masters rowing (18+).The on-the-water season runs from mid-March through mid-November, weather permitting, and participants learn proper rowing technique, boat handling and water safety. Winter indoor land training is available to anyone, regardless of rowing experience, and includes ergometer (rowing machine) workouts, yoga, and strength building.
Lake Oswego Community Rowing is a non-profit, volunteer driven organization. Guided by an executive director and head coach, the experienced and highly trained staff at LOCR CHARLIE S. BROWN provides all coaching and instructional training. LOCR also WATER SPORTS CENTER offers private lessons year-round; please contact the the LOCR (On the Willamette River at Oswego Pointe Dr, near Roehr Head Coach at [email protected] for details. Park) 350 Oswego Pointe Drive, Lake Oswego 503-758-5928 Youth Rowing Program LOCR is open to any youth athlete, ages 13-18 (7th-12th Spring, Summer and Fall season rowing programs are held at grade), regardless of experience. LOCR offers year-round the Charlie S. Brown Water Sports Center for Rowing. programs including summer camps and team rowing during Indoor training sessions during the winter months are held at the school year. Youth rowing camps offer an opportunity for Palisades Elementary, 1500 Greentree Avenue. middle and high school students to enjoy rowing during the warm summer months, and we have camps for both new and REGISTRATION FOR ROWING experienced rowers. Register On-Line for Listed Classes www.lakeoswegoparks.org Youth Learn to Row Camp or call Parks & Recreation 503-675-2549 Participants learn proper rowing technique, whole body Information about all programs offered by LOCR is available conditioning and water safety while making new friends and on the web site at www.lorowing.com enjoying a new and fun activity. Youth who participate during the summer get a head start on team rowing if they choose REFUND AND CANCELLATION POLICY to row during the school year. Eligibility: students who will be Please see page 55 in this catalog. in 7th - 12th grade in Fall 2014. Participants who complete session 1 can enroll in session 2 or choose to row in the INCLEMENT WEATHER experienced summer camp program. No Camp 7/4, 7/5 LOCR reserves the right to cancel classes due to poor Ages 13-18 LOCR Coaches WSC weather or water conditions. Fee $175 3572010 9-11a M-F 6/16-7/11 3572011 9-11a M-F 7/14-8/8
26•Register Online•WWW.LAKEOSWEGOPARKS.ORG Summer 2014 ROWING Youth & Collegiate Experienced Rowing Camp Adult Learn to Row Class Any youth or collegiate rower who began rowing prior to June Sweep rowing is the technique of rowing with one oar per 2014, or for new rowers who completed Session 1 of Learn to person. Rowers sit in two, four, or eight-person boats, often Row Camp is eligible. No Camp 7/4, 7/5 steered by a coxswain. Sculling is the technique of using two Ages 13-22 LOCR Coaches WSC oars in unison. Scullers learn in instructional single shells. Fee $100 Learn to Row Classes include instruction in both sweep and 3572050 7-9a M-F 6/16-7/11 sculling, depending upon interest. Both can advance to the 3572051 7-9a M-F 7/14-8/8 Masters Program after successful completion of a Learn to Row class. All classes are 4 weeks, 2x/week. No Class 7/4, 7/5. Ages 18+ LOCR Coaches WSC Fee $130 Early Morning 3575350 5:15-7:15a Tu/Th 6/17-7/10 3575351 5:15-7:15a Tu/Th 7/15-8/7 Mid-Morning 3575352 9-11a Tu/Th 6/17-7/10 3575353 9-11a Tu/Th 7/15-8/7 Evening 3575354 6:30-8:30p Tu/Th 6/17-7/10 3575355 6:30-8:30p Tu/Th 7/15-8/7 Weekend 3575356 9-11a Sa/Su 6/21-7/13 3575357 9-11a Sa/Su 7/19-8/10 GET READY FOR FALL ROWING! LOCR is offering a beginner camp for all new rowers who are interested in joining the Youth Novice Team. This one Masters Program week FREE camp is August 25-29, M-F, 9-11am. Those Experienced adult rowers interested in fitness, improving interested in continuing are invited to join the Novice technique or competing in regattas, can join the LOCR team for the Fall season which begins the following week, Masters Rowing program. Masters practice and train under Wednesday September 3. For more information and to the supervision and direction of our coaches, and the register see www.lorowing.com/beginnercamp.com. group includes post-collegiate rowers, individuals who have completed Learn to Row classes and rowers who were Varsity rowers (anyone who rowed prior to June 2014), can introduced to rowing at another club. Whether you are an get a start on the fall season during the High Performance experienced rower or relatively new, our coaching staff can Camp, August 25-29, M-F, 7-9am. The camp is FREE, and to hone your skills and bring your rowing to a new level. register just bring the completed youth forms, LOCR waiver and USRowing waiver to the first day of camp. Adults (Ages 18+) join Masters by paying the annual LOCR Membership Fee. As an LOCR Member, individuals may purchase a Rowing Pass, which provides access to any of the Adult Rowing Program designated Masters rowing times as posted at www.lorowing. com. We have options for monthly, quarterly or annual passes. Adult Learn to Row Adults (Ages 18+) who wish to learn to row can sign up for any Learn to Row class offered through the Parks & Annual LOCR Membership for the Recreation web site. LOCR offers both sweep rowing and 2014 season sculling classes for adults during Spring, Summer and (Required for all Masters Rowers) Fall. These classes are an introduction to rowing for those $100 – Per Individual with little or no prior experience. We teach the basics of Annual LOCR Membership payments can be made on the rowing terminology, boat handling and safety. Proper rowing LOCR website, www.lorowing.com/paypal or mailed to LOCR, technique is taught first on rowing machines and then we PO Box 369, Lake Oswego, OR 97034. progress to the water. Winter season is indoor training, held at Palisades Elementary, with the focus on strength training Check online for monthly #s Monthly Passes $100 and conditioning. Successful completion of any of our Learn- 3570600 Summer Season Rowing Pass to-Row classes allows participants to join the LOCR Masters (June 1-August 31) $225 Program (coach clearance required). 1570500 Annual Rowing Pass $800
CALL TO REGISTER •503.675.2549 • 27 LUSCHER FARM Make a Farm Fresh Smoothie! LUSCHER FARM SUMMER 2014 CSA Learn how to use fresh produce to create a healthy drink that Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a partnership aids digestion and adds energy to your life. One smoothie between a farmer and lo to meet the farm’s expenses cal every day can help you lose weight and feel great. consumers. Shareholders pay a fee at the beginning of the Ages 18+ Klein LUSCH growing season for the upcoming season. In return, they Res $20/Non-Res $30 receive a portion of the farm’s produce. Members come to the 3325375 2-4p Su 7/27 Farm on Thursday evenings to pick up weekly shares. Each week’s share consists of 8-10 different vegetables and herbs. Pick up dates are: 5/15, 5/22, 5/29, 6/5, 6/12, 6/19, 6/26, SUMMER COOKING SERIES 7/3, 7/10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31, 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4, Ages 16+ Content LUSCH 9/11, 9/18, 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23. Res $50/Non-Res $75 Preserving 101-Pickles and Summer Vegetables Whole Share Fee Res $980/Non-Res $1,127 Capture the bounty of summer produce! Learning to make 1030100 5-7p Th 5/15-10/23 pickles and can vegetables. Half Share Fee Res $545/Non-Res $627 3325390 1-5p Sa 7/26 1030110 5-7p Th 5/15-10/23 Preserving 102-Jams and Summer Fruits Make super easy jams and preserves. Take home delicious Oswego Garden Club Presents: Scarecrows in treats and recipes to use. 3325391 1-5p Sa 8/30 the Garden Tour July 21-October 31 Our scarecrows are set in the garden and ready to be seen! The tour features an array of scarecrows at Luscher Farm. From KIDS IN THE KITCHEN wacky/scary to traditional/historical and of course the school Hands-on fun in the kitchen using produce from the mascots, enjoy viewing handcrafted scarecrows courtesy of Children’s Garden! Nancy Sergeant and our friends at Oswego Garden Club. Take Ages 6-15 Content LUSCH a leisurely stroll through the gardens, vote for your favorite Res $27/Non-Res $41 scarecrow and help find Sneaky Pete, the missing scarecrow. Multigrain Waffles and Fruit Compote 3228000 11a-1p Sa 6/14 Fitness at The Farm Potstickers and Ginger Cookies Yogalattes 3228001 11a-1p Sa 7/12 Join us under the beech tree at the farm for a fusion of yoga Cannelloni and Vanilla Bean Gelato and Pilates. Increase core and back stability while linking 3228002 11a-1p Sa 8/16 movement with breathing in a mindful way. Practicing out in nature helps to tap into our senses to increase awareness and overall well-being. Students should be able to get up and down from their mat comfortably. Rain or shine! Bring a mat to LUSCHER FARM FAMILY DINNERS class. Chef Laura Content instructs parent and child to create a Ages 18+ Anntionette LUSCH family dinner using local, farm grown, seasonal produce. Res $66/Non-Res $83 Families join for dinner at 6pm. 3400500 12-1p Tu 7/8-8/26 Ages 6+ Content LUSCH Res $46/Non-Res $69 For information on Luscher Farm Camps, see page 9. Gnocchi and Strawberry-Rhubarb Pie 3325620 2-5p Sa 6/14 Summertime Pizza and Raspberry Gelato Inviting 3325621 2-5p Sa 7/12 Gazpacho and Chocolate Torte Vines VII 3325622 2-5p Sa 8/9 A tour of private clematis gardens in the Portland metropolitan region
Saturday, May 24, 2014 10 am - 4 pm
A benefit for the Friends of the Rogerson Clematis Collection at Luscher Farm
28•Register Online•WWW.LAKEOSWEGOPARKS.ORG Summer 2014 LUSCHER FARM Lake Oswego Hanging Baskets Garden Babies Love those fabulous hanging baskets on our city streets? Parents bring your wee one to the Farm for some fun garden Learn to make you own basket using identical plants and based activities. Parents must accompany children. Class is other materials. Leave with your creation that complements held rain or shine! your home’s color theme. Ages 0 -3 Staff LUSCH Ages 16+ Davis LUSCH Free Drop-In Program Res $33/Non-Res $50 10-10:45a M 4/7-5/19 2325050 10-11:15a Sa 5/4 2325051 1-2:15p Sa 5/4 Barnyard Tales Parents and children are welcome for a weekly story time and Decorating Your Entry or Patio short tour of the Children’s Garden. Master Gardener Kathy Whitman teaches you how to create Ages 3-8 Staff LUSCH outdoor showplace settings with ideas, pictures and plants Free Drop-In Program from local nurseries. 10-11a W 4/9-5/28 Ages 18+ Whitman LUSCH Res $15/Non-Res $23 Knitting for Beginners 3325133 10-11:30a Sa 6/14 Learn the skills required to complete a basic scarf. Topics covered include understanding gauge, casting on, the knit Flower Arranging Made Easy stitch, the purl stitch, various stitch patterns, and binding off. Learn to decorate with flowers and make beautiful floral Ages 10+ Boulis LUSCH arrangements. Res $48/Non-Res $72 Ages 16+ Whitman LUSCH 3326605 1-3p Su 6/22-7/13 Res $18/Non-Res $27 3325043 1-2:30p Sa 7/12 Maintaining the Summer Garden Deadheading and pruning can be used to restore a Backyard Chickens languishing summer garden. Learn what to do and when to do Start with a chick and end up with eggs over easy. Learn about it. Bring hand pruners. raising chicks, city regulations, chicken tractors, the right Ages 18+ Beutler LUSCH nutrition and extra benefits of having poultry in your own yard. Res $54/Non-Res $68 Ages 13+ Content LUSCH 3325098 9-10:50a Sa 7/19 Res $15/Non-Res $23 3325990 10-11:30 Sa 6/21 Photography On The Farm Learn how to photograph outdoors, experiment with lighting, Barnyard Chickens for Kids! composition and choosing a subject matter all in the rural Do chickens have ears? Learn this and other fun facts about atmosphere of the historic Luscher Farm. the chickens at the Farm through games, stories and a fun art Ages 18+ Faith LUSCH project. Learn the chicken dance! Res $36/Non-Res $54 Ages 5-8 Staff LUSCH 3325740 9-10:50a Sa 7/19-7/26 Res $15/Non-Res $23 3325410 9:30-11:30p Sa 7/19 Sunset Photography Session Explore alternate lighting, composition and subject matter Sweet Treats and Barnyard Birthday Party during sunset hours. Walk through the beautiful Luscher Farm Enjoy your child’s birthday while we take care of the party. and get inspired by the animals, plants and scenery. Choose from a cooking or art theme. Party supplies, favors Ages 18+ Faith LUSCH and homemade cupcakes are provided. Call 503-534-5284 to Res $36/Non-Res $54 reserve. 3325745 7-8:50p Th 8/7-8/14 Ages 3-14 Content LUSCH First 10 guests Res $225/Non-Res $259 Extra Guest - Up to 5 Res $10/Non-Res $12
CALL TO REGISTER •503.675.2549 • 29 GET INVOLVED WITH PARKS & RECREATION! Get Involved at Luscher Farm! Come help maintain the property, children’s garden, lead tours Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation offers a or teach classes! This opportunity is open to ages 13+ and variety of volunteer opportunities for all ages. perfect for the summer season. Please contact Dawn Grunwald Whether you are interested in helping out in at [email protected] for more information. our many beautiful Natural Areas or are a teen interested in becoming a Jr. Camp Counselor, Get Involved at the Adult Community Center! we have something for you! All volunteers are Help serve lunch, assist in blood pressure checks, teach required to complete a volunteer application form. classes or escort trips at the ACC! Most volunteer opportunities Volunteers 18+ must complete and pass a criminal at the ACC are for volunteers 18+ but students are also welcome to help with specific activities. Please contact Berta background check. Derman at [email protected] for more information.
Get Involved in Lake Oswego Natural Areas! There is more to volunteering than removing ivy! Help lead hikes and tours, restore natural areas and more! Opportunities are available for ages 13+. If you are interested in volunteering with our open spaces and natural areas, please contact Ryan Stee at [email protected]
Get Involved in Special Events! Help out at the famous Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market, or Summer Concerts! These opportunities are open to ages 13+. If you are interested please contact Mary Kelly at mkelly@ ci.oswego.or.us
Get Involved at The Lake Oswego Municipal Golf Course! The Golf Course is always looking for capable volunteers to help with range clean up or be an occasional starter. Please contact Tom Mueller at [email protected] with inquiries. Ages 13+ are welcome! Be a Junior Camp Counselor! Weekly volunteer opportunities are available throughout the summer; camps include Kindercamp, Lego camps, Gesso Art Studio camps, Safety Town and more. This opportunity is open to teens ages 13-17 that are available to make week- long commitments during the summer months. Teens will be interviewed during the last two weeks of May and will be required to attend a volunteer training on Friday, June 13.
For more information or to receive a Junior Counselor Application, please visit the Parks & Recreation “Volunteer Opportunities” website or contact Cydny Fletcher at [email protected]
APPLICATIONS ARE DUE MAY 15 and can be returned to the Parks & Recreation main office in the West End Building or emailed to [email protected].
As always, interested teens are encouraged to inquire about volunteer opportunities themselves; it helps us get to know you.
30•Register Online•WWW.LAKEOSWEGOPARKS.ORG Summer 2014 TEEN SCENE
SUMMER HOURS AT THE MCKENZIE LOUNGE Can You Keep Up? FOR TEENS Become a fan of the Teen Lounge on Facebook! The Teen Center will be open for limited hours during the Simply type “McKenzie Lounge for Teens” into your summer. Drop-in hours are free and open to ages 11-18. search browser and click the “LIKE” button! Get Come enjoy our air-conditioned lounge, play pool, video games, updates on events, daily happenings, & the latest and hang out with friends! photos!
Follow the Teen Lounge on Twitter! Get updates on Summer Dates and Hours job and volunteer opportunities, YAC events and June 17-August 21, 2014 words of wisdom from our participants and staff. Hours are: @LOTeenLounge Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 1-5p; Ages 11-18 Closed June 13 Get caught up on all the daily happenings and follow us on Instagram! @LOTeenLounge Calling All 5th Graders! Looking for a cool place to hang out that’s made just for Join the Youth Action Council (YAC) you?! We’ve got you covered! The McKenzie Lounge for The Youth Action Council is a group of L.O. teens who organize Teens is hosting events in honor of your upcoming entrance events such as the Flag Football League, Holiday Market to Junior High! Come play pool, ping pong, foosball, video Fundraisers, and monthly Teen Lounge gatherings to earn games, and a ton of other games in our air conditioned volunteer credits and better the community. We are accepting lounge. applications for the 2014-15 school year from incoming 9th-12th grade students from Lake Oswego high schools. Lounge Tour & Mixer Applications are due April 30, 2014. Download application at Friday, May 30; 4pm-7pm www.LOteenscene.org or contact Cydny at 503-697-6589 for Students and parents are welcome to attend this get- more information. together at The Lounge. Get a chance to meet staff, hang out in the Lounge & meet new friends! This event is open to current 5th –8th grade students. Refreshments provided!
PLEASE NOTE The Lounge is open to current 6th grade (and up) students. Current 5th grade students may attend the lounge beginning in Fall of 2014. The teen lounge is equipped with video games rated E through Teen, movies rated G through PG-13, and television rate TV-Y through TV-14. TV-14 shows are only allowed after 5pm. Please be advised when registering your student.
School’s Out! Thursday, June 12 1p-6p *In the Teen Lounge Parking Lot Celebrate the last day of school with us! Hot dogs on the grill, activities in the Lounge, good times had by all. This is a free event open to ages 11-18. Rent the Teen Lounge The McKenzie Lounge is now hosting private parties and events! Rental packages include staff on hand to help set up and clean up, plus use of all teen lounge perks. If you would like to have a party or movie night at the lounge, please contact Cydny Fletcher at [email protected] to discuss party packages, rates and available hours.
CALL TO REGISTER •503.675.2549 • 31 SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS Sports Highlights Events, Camps and Clinics
Lake Oswego Skate Park at the Skate Park 5520 Willow Lane (Corner of Willow and Pilkington) For more event info throughout the summer visit lakeoswegosports.com Skateboarding Camps For all levels. Learn the basics or improve your skateboarding skills. Enjoy a combination of instruction and supervised free skating with camp instructors. Bring your own board, pads and helmet. Ages 6-7* Staff SKPK Res $64/Non-Res $80 3165800 9-11:30a Tu-Th 8/19-8/21 Skateboarding & In-Line Skating Only *Parent or adult must be on-site to help supervise age 6 Helmets Required campers. Ages 6-9* Staff SKPK Annual Membership (unlimited visits) Res $64/Non-Res $80 Valid March 22-October 5 3165801 9-11:30a Tu-Th 7/22-7/24 Res $30/Non-Res $50 *Parent or adult must be on-site to help supervise age 6 One day pass-$4 campers. Ages 7-10 Staff SKPK Operation Hours through June 11 Res $64/Non-Res $80 Park Closed M-W 3165802 9-11:30a Tu-Th 8/5-8/7 Th-F 3-7pm Ages 8-11 Staff SKPK Sa & Su 12pm-7pm Res $64/Non-Res $80 Operation Hours June 12-Aug. 31 3165803 9-11:30a Tu-Th 7/15-7/17 M-Su 12-8 pm Ages 10-14 Staff SKPK Weather permitting. Res $64/Non-Res $80 Closed July 4, Sept. 1 3165804 9-11:30a Tu-Th 8/19-8/21 GET TO KNOW US Learn-To-Skate Nights For Skateboarders A one-time mini-lesson for beginner and intermediate skateboarders. Parent-signed registration form required Parent/adult must be present entire time for ages 5-8. Ages 5-15 Staff SKPK Res $4/Non-Res $4 3411040 6:30-7:45p Th 7/10 3411041 6:30-7:45p Th 7/31 Customized Skateboard Lessons LO Skate Park Instructors provide customized instruction for ages 6-16. Class size is 1-2 students. Pre-registration, signed wavier, helmet and board required. Pre-register at www.lakeoswegoparks.org or call 503-675-2549. To set up Dave Arpin Skate Park Coordinator and son Deghan. lesson date and time, contact L.O. Skate Park Coordinator at Dave enters his third season as Coordinator of the [email protected]. Price is per person. L.O. Skate Park. Dave is a native Oregonian, father, Signed waiver, helmet and board required. rider of boards, recycled craft artist and a professional Ages 6-16 Staff SKPK photographer. He enjoys seeing the young skaters learn, June – August express and challenge themselves on the variety of ramps Res $18/Non-Res $23 that L.O. Skate Park has to offer. 40 minute sessions. Up to 2 students
32•Register Online•WWW.LAKEOSWEGOSPORTS.COM Summer 2014 SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS ADULT COED RECREATIONAL SOCCER All Comers Track Meets FALL LEAGUE Presented by Lake Oswego High School Track and Cross- For men and women ages 18+. The eight-game season begins Country Teams. September 5 and runs through mid-November. Register as a Supported by Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation, Lake team. Oswego Track & Cross Country Booster Club & Foot Traffic Shoe Stores. Athletes of all ages and their families have the chance to try track events and compete in a fun atmosphere.
Lake Oswego High School Track - 2501 Country Club Road Entry Fee: $3 Youth, $4 Adults. For more information visit www.lakeoswegosports.com; click on the Special Events page
Wednesdays,6:00pm W 7/9 W 7/16 W 7/23 Registration begins at 5:15pm
League Divisions: Coed OPEN (ages 18+): Fridays; 6:30pm and 8:15pm and Sundays late afternoon/evenings Coed 35+: Sundays, 4:15pm, 6:00pm and 7:45pm Registration Fees: $470 per team - 8 game season ($35 additional for each non-resident, 50% residency required) Registration Opens: Tuesday, July 15 Registration Closes: Tuesday, August 5, 4:30pm On-line registration at www.lakeoswegosports.com ADULT SLOW-PITCH SOFTBALL Summer Men’s and Coed Leagues offered. Team registration closes May 1. Games are June - August, Mon-Fri evenings. Pre-Season Managers’ Meetings & Softball Pick-up: Wednesday, May 21 Coed – 6:00pm Men’s – 7:30pm For schedules, scores & standings and playoff brackets go to www.lakeoswegosports.com and click on the Adult Coed Free Agent List Softball and/or Men’s Softball pages. Individual players interested in making their names and On-line registration at www.lakeoswegosports.com contact information available to team managers can visit: www.lakeoswegosports.com; Click on the Free Agent page.
L.O. PARKS & RECREATION PRESENTS THE 11TH ANNUAL GIRLS YOUTH LACROSSE FESTIVAL For Youth Sports Camps Saturday, June 7 Fencing, Girls Lacrosse, Skateboarding, Table Tennis, see For established Grades 5-8 girls teams page 13. www.lakeoswegosports.com and click on the 2014 Girls Skyhawks sports camps: basketball, baseball, boys lacrosse, Youth Lacrosse Festival page soccer, flag football, Mini-Hawks, Tiny-Hawks, see page 12.
CALL TO REGISTER •503.675.2549 • 33 SPORTS HIGHLIGHTS 2014 HIGH SCHOOL CITY LEAGUE BASKETBALL CHAMPIONS
Girls A Champion: Gym Class Dropouts Girls B Champion: Pillagers 2nd Place: Red Orcas 2nd Place: Dunkin’ Dinos Sportsmanship: Intentional Foulers, Red Orcas, Gym Class Sportsmanship: Dunkin’ Dinos, Rec N’ Ballz, Lil’ C’Zers, The Dropouts, Team America Forestry
Boys 9/10 Champion: Team Lime Boys Jr/Sr Champion: Space Ballers 2nd Place: Swagbuckets 2nd Place: Air Systems Sportsmanship: Icemen, AirBallers, The Birds, The Doctors, Sportsmanship: Uptown – Max’s Bundle of Sticks, Flow Bros Team Vicious, The Dream Team Downtown – Air Systems
34•Register Online•WWW.LAKEOSWEGOSPORTS.COM Summer 2014 GET CREATIVE Get Creative Discover a creative activity that enhances your life. We offer many outlets to choose from and to help begin your journey to self-expression. You may suddenly get inspired into a burst of creativity like a bolt of lightning, or your creative instincts may also be intensified and sustained in one of the classes listed in our guide. Though creativity cannot be taught, it can certainly be nurtured by our excellent instructors and presentations!
Roses Glassworks Art School Roses Glassworks takes great pride in offering quality classes for beginners through advanced students in many forms of stained and fused glass art forms. Visit www.rosesglassworks.com
Bottle Cutting Knitting for Beginners Learn the art of turning bottles into glasses, candle and Learn all the skills required to complete a basic scarf project. flower vases, plus anything your imagination can dream up. Topics covered include understanding gauge, casting on, the $65 tools fee due to Rose’s Glassworks. knit stitch, the purl stitch, various stitch patterns, and binding Ages 16+ McDougal ROSE off. All ages welcome. Res $52/Non-Res $65 Ages 8+ Boulis LUSCH 3301060 10a-2p Sa 6/14 Res $44/Non-Res $66 3301530 1-3p Su 6/22-7/13
Mixed Media for Kids Give students a wide variety of art making experiences. Use Join Judy Stubbs’ DAYTIME THURSDAY Bob Ross Oil Painting a variety of media that includes: watercolor, acrylics, charcoal, Classes at the Lake Oswego Adult Community Center for pastel, collage, and ordinary objects that can be transformed months of June, July and August! into creative works of art. Bob Ross Oil Painting Ages 7-12 Harris WEB Easy step by step class takes beginners to seasoned painters Res $31/Non-Res $47 from blank canvas to finished masterpiece in one class. All Additional Sibling Res $16/ Non-Res $24 supplies provided. 3200710 11a-12:30p Tu 6/24-7/15 Ages 12+ Stubb WEB 3200711 11a-12:30p Tu 7/29-8/19 Res $48/Non-Res $72 For art camps, please see page 6. Peaks of Majesty 3300000 10a-2p Th 6/5 NEW Deep Woods Master The Art Of Poetry 3300001 5:30-9p M 6/16 Focus on the fundamentals of constructing poetry and fiction, Mountain Exhibition diction, poise, and voice with creativity. Create original work, 3300002 5:30-9p M 7/21 break words down into sounds, collaborate, decorate booklets Early Autumn Oval and perform in front of an audience. Learn to love writing in a 3300003 5:30-9 M 8/18 fun and interactive environment. Ages 10+ Mysore WEB Res $27/Non-Res $41 3302050 10-11:15a Sa 8/2-8/30
CALL TO REGISTER •503.675.2549 • 35 GET INTERESTED Kids & Teens Get Interested PIANO LESSONS
Safe On My Own (Formerly When I’m in Charge) Prepare children for situations that may occur when they are home alone. This course teaches kids about personal safety and develops independent, critical thinking techniques. Pre-Piano A Ages 8-10 ARC WEB Learn the basic skills of piano on a keyboard. Group Res $60/Non-Res $75 lessons introduce students to the basics of music theory. 3227000 1-3:30p F 6/13 Learn to play songs, read music and rhythmic expression. 3227001 9-11:30a F 7/11 Fee includes course materials. 3227002 1-3:30p F 8/22 Ages 5-7 Burris WEB Res $89/Non-Res $112 3205990 6-6:30p Th 6/12-7/17 Babysitter Training 3205991 6-6:30p Th 7/31-9/4 Topics include accident prevention, handling emergencies, first aid and child development, positive supervision and the rights and responsibilities of a “good” babysitter. Pre-Piano B Ages 11-15 ARC WEB A group piano lesson experience that includes beginning Res $103/Non-Res $119 rhythm, improve, ear training and note reading taught in a 3227021 9a-3:45p F 6/27 fun and positive group format. A home practice instrument 3227022 9a-3:45p Tu 7/15 is recommended. Fee includes course materials. 3227023 9a-3:45p Th 7/24 Ages 5-7 Burris WEB 3227024 9a-3:45p W 8/6 Res $89/Non-Res $112 3227025 9a-3:45p F 8/22 3206000 6:45-7:15p Th 6/12-7/17 3206001 6:45-7:15p Th 7/31-9/4
Basic Manners for Children Piano Explorers 1 & 2 Just because the word “cotillion” is no longer heard does A group piano lesson experience that includes beginning not mean etiquette is no longer important! Develop excellent rhythm, improve, ear training and note reading taught in a social skills by learning considerate and respectful behavior fun and positive group format. A home practice instrument toward others and become a leader. is recommended. Fee includes course materials. Ages 5-8 Lockard WEB Ages 7-11 Burris WEB Res $36/Non-Res $54 Res $89/Non-Res $112 3226030 9a-12p F 8/22 3206004 7:30-8p Th 6/12-7/17 3206005 7:30-8p Th 7/31-9/4 Girls Friendship Manners and respect are inseparable. The girl who manages to present herself with confidence and poise in her everyday Middle School…Here I Come! life will be seen as a girl who matters. Become a poised, The transition from elementary to middle school is HUGE. polished and polite young lady for life. Learn tips, tricks and tools from a former elementary and Ages 8-10 Lockard WEB middle school teacher to help you stay ahead of the game. Res $36/Non-Res $54 Ages 11-12 Steinberg WEB 3226040 1-4p F 8/22 Res $48/Non-Res $72 3226060 1-3p M 8/25
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Meditation for Health and Happiness Adults Get Interested Actively develop a healthy mind and body and remove stress with comfortable meditation postures. Good for all health conditions, pain management and open to all abilities. Ages 16+ Tjahaja WEB Res $72/Non-Res $90 3328360 6-7:30p Th 6/5-8/28 3328361 7:30-9p Th 6/5-8/28 NEW REGISTRATION SYSTEM AUG. 11!
Travel Photography Incorporate photographic memories of your trip and know what to carry, develop a shooting philosophy for content, set goals, and learn how to organize and manipulate your pictures upon your return. Ages 18+ Faith WEB Res $54/Non-Res $68 3220070 7-8:50p W 6/4-6/18
Spanish Whether you are planning a trip, need to learn Spanish for work, or just want to learn a beautiful language, these fun and laughter-filled classes provide you with 10 weeks of GET READY FOR THE NEW ONLINE REGISTRATION knowledge. SYSTEM COMING AUGUST 11! Ages 16+ Cohan WEB Parks & Recreation has undertaken an effort to replace Res $65/Non-Res $82 our 12+ year old online registration system. After extensive research, we decided to partner with Active Network for Beginning I software solutions including online and smart phone Alphabet & pronunciation; emphasis rules and separation activity registrations, facilities-fields-park shelters-tennis of words into different syllables the concept of gender in courts reservations, point of sale, league scheduling, and Spanish; subject pronouns & conjugations of “AR” verbs (time membership packages. permitting). No Class 7/4 The new system offers many benefits to our customers: 3324000 9-10:15a F 6/27-9/5 •• All major credit cards are accepted 3324001 10:20-11:35a F 6/27-9/5 •• Vouchers can be used online •• Smart phone registrations are accepted Beginning VI •• Activities are easier to locate Saber vs. Conocer; continuation with Ser vs Estar; reading and comprehension exercises. The new web address to access the new system 3324060 11:45a-1p Th 6/26-8/28 August 11 is www.loparks.org. The old web address at www.lakesowegoparks.org will no longer access registration. Intermediate III Continued Indirect and Direct object pronouns; reading and SAVE $5 ON SELECTED AUGUST ACTIVITIES BY comprehension exercises. REGISTERING BEFORE AUGUST 8! 3324030 9-10:15a Th 6/26-8/28 Beginning Friday, August 8, on-line registration is NOT available for activities that start August 11 through August Advanced IV 31 due to the new registration system implementation. Advanced grammar review/reading and comprehension Save $5 on these activities if you register before August 8. exercises. If you would like to register for activities that begin August 3324055 10:25-11:40a Th 6/26-8/28 11-31 after August 8, please call 503-534-5420 to register over the phone as online registration is no longer available.
CALL TO REGISTER •503.675.2549 • 37 GOLF GOLF COURSE & PRACTICE RANGE 17525 STAFORD RD. Experience one of Lake Oswego’s little treasures. The Lake Oswego Golf Course is a City owned 18-hole, par-3 facility with holes ranging from 74- 179 yards. The hillside layout offers beautifully kept, small, contoured greens with Lost Dog Creek passing among fir, cedar, and maple trees through the back nine. Challenges await better players while the short yardage provides a perfect learning environment for beginner and intermediate golfers.
DIRECTIONS The Course is located on Stafford Road adjacent to Lakeridge High School and Hazelia Field. Call 503-636-8228 or visit www.lakeoswegogolf.org for directions or more information.
FACILITY HOURS May 1 – Labor Day 6:30a-9p Labor Day – Sept 7a-8p Last tee time 1 1/2 hours before close. Practice Range The range has 17 anti-shock artificial turf mats; 13 mats Green Fees M-Th F/Sa/Su/Holiday are covered. One space is available for physically challenged 9 Holes $14 $16 golfers. 18 Holes $23 $26 RANGE HOURS Twilight9 $11 $14 April 7a-8p Twilight18 $18 $22 May - August 6:30a-8:30p Jr./Honored Citizen $11/9 holes (M-F) Range opens 9a on Tuesday mornings to allow for mowing. Jr./Honored Citizen $18/18 holes (M-F) RANGE FEES 20 balls Warm-up $2.50 Frequent player cards available providing 15 nine hole rounds 40 balls Small Bucket $5.00 10 bucket card or large range buckets. $40 Adult Card. $175. Valid 7 days per week for golfers 18-59 75 balls Medium Bucket $7.50 10 bucket card years old. $60 Jr/Sr Card. $130. Valid M-F only for golfers 17& under or 60 125 balls Large Bucket $10.00 10 bucket card or older. $80 Annual unlimited balls card (valid through Dec.31) call for Children 6-8 yrs old must be accompanied by an adult to play current pro-rated rate the Course. Children under 6 may play with an experienced adult golfer on Sunday and Monday evenings after 4pm only. TEE TIME RESERVATIONS Reservations for 9 or 18-hole play may be made up to seven Twilight Tuesdays. Junior golfers play free after 3pm on days in advance. For a reservation, call the Pro Shop at 503- Tuesdays from June to August when accompanied by an adult 636-8228 or book online by visiting www.lakeoswegogolf.org. paying a green fee. Outings can be held for a reasonable cost and must be booked in advance. Outing Packages: Minimum of 16 players required to reserve a block of times. 36 or more players required for a shotgun start. Restaurant catering is available in the Clubhouse at Casa del Pollo Restaurant. Call 503-534-5281 for details and ask for Mario.
38•Register Online•WWW.LAKEOSWEGOPARKS.ORG Summer 2014 GOLF
2014 ORGANIZED CLUB GROUPS Women’s Golf Week Clinic Monday “Good Guys” Men’s Club, 18 holes Introduction to golf for ladies only. Learn about equipment, March-October, Monday, 6:30-10a walk-in tee times (Men’s protocol, lingo, and develop fundamental skills. Emphasis Club members only) placed on fun learning. Make new friends! Adult refreshments EWGA (Executive Women’s Golf Assn.) and hors d’Ouvres on Friday at 7pm. May-August, Tuesday, 6-6:30p tee times reserved Limit 12 students per class. Equipment provided if needed. Ladies Club, 18 holes Fee $30 March-October, Wednesday, Open-10a tee times (Ladies’ Club Ages 18+ Staff GC only. Reservation required) 3451000 5-5:50p Tu-F 6/3-6/6 Co-Ed League, 9 holes and dinner 3451001 6-6:50p Tu-F 6/3-6/6 May-September, Thursday, 6-7pm Junior Clubs June-August, Tuesday & Thursday, Noon-1p tee times Family Golf Week, M-F, July 7-11 Saturday Men’s Club, 18 holes Children 13 or under play free after 3pm all week when playing March-October, Saturday, 7:30-8a tee times reserved with one or more adults. Volume purchase discounts on all Ladies Golf for Kicks, 9 holes kinds of merchandise! April-September, Saturday, 8:30-9:30a (Tee time required) Patriot Golf Day, Labor Day Weekend Support our troops TOURNAMENTS & EVENTS with a donation that goes directly to the Folds of Honor and Night Ranger Glow Ball, Fri. May 16, 7pm Wounded Warrior foundations. We donate $1 of every green Women’s Golf Week, June 2-6 fee to the cause. Erling Jacobsen Junior Invitational, Tue. June 17 Family Golf Scramble, Sat. July 12 Summer Glow Ball, Sat. July 19, 7p shotgun Junior Program Junior Championship & Skills Challenge, Thu. Aug. 28 Juniors (ages 6-17) are welcome all operating hours. (Kids 25th Annual Mayor’s Championship, Sat. Sept. 6, 8:30a under 8 must be accompanied by an experienced adult). shotgun We strive for courtesy, safety, and fun. Four levels of junior GoLO Tournament & Hole-in-One Shootout, Sat. Oct.4 golf education to meet the needs of all juniors. Necessary equipment available if needed. PLAY GOLF AMERICA PROGRAMS FREE lesson month! Sign up for a 10 minute lesson with one of our golf professionals the entire month of May. Limit one Birthday Parties per student. Reservations only. Call 503-636-8228 to make a We welcome groups up to 12 to celebrate a birthday or other reservation. special day. Our pros conduct a clinic and can join you on the course. Contact the Manager at 503-534-5689. Women’s Golf Week, M-F, June 2-6 Daily sales on ladies’ golf merchandise of all types. Half price green fees & range baskets! Special daily lunch menu Junior Introductory Clinics (Entry Level) and Friday evening wine and cheese party! Come join the Clubs provided if needed. Strictly for beginners covering fun ladies! absolute golf basics. Students learn about the Course, how to grip and aim the club, proper set-up, putting and basic terms. Please arrive 10 minutes early. No make-ups! Only registered students may attend. Limit 10 students. Fee $45 Ages 6-8 Staff GC DID YOU KNOW? 3462900 10-10:50a F 6/13-6/27 TK Lady golfers are the fastest growing segment of the golf 3462901 10a-1p W 6/18 population. More and more programming and instruction 3462902 10a-1p W 7/9 opportunities are geared to help ladies enjoy the game now 3462903 10a-1p W 7/23 more than ever. Our Women’s Golf Week classes are just 3462904 10-10:50a W 8/6-8/20 one example. Programs such as our Golf for Kicks Ladies’ Ages 9-12 Staff GC Club on Saturday mornings are a great way to get started 3462905 11-11:50a F 6/13-6/27 and to meet other ladies who just want to go out and have 3462906 10a-1p W 6/25 some fun playing golf. There is NO FEE for joining Golf for 3462907 10a-1p W 7/16 Kicks. Give us a call at 503-636-8228, and we’ll let you 3462908 10a-1p W 7/30 know how to get signed up. 3462909 11-11:50a F 8/1-8/15
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Junior Birdies Clinics (Follow up to Jr. LOGC Junior Golf Excellence (Intermediate to Introduction) Advanced) Necessary equipment available if needed. Clinic emphasizes Improved skills, knowledge for intermediate juniors who are set-up and swing fundamentals, short game, and extra focus serious about taking their game to the next level. Focuses on on etiquette and rules. Please arrive 10 minutes ahead of swing improvements, course management, rules, etiquette. time. No make-ups! Registered students only please. Limit 10 45 minutes practice instruction, 45 minutes on-course students. instruction, plus 9 holes each day. 2 years experience Fee $45 required. Equipment not provided. Note; students will be Ages 6-11 Staff GC playing golf unsupervised. Class limit - 8 juniors. 3462910 12-12:50p F 6/13-6/27 Fee $135 3462911 10a-1p W 7/2 Ages 8-17 Staff GC 3462912 12-12:50p F 7/11-7/25 3463500 3-4:30p Tu-F 6/24-6/27 3462913 10a-1p W 8/6 3463501 3-4:30p Tu-F 7/15-7/18 3462914 12-12:50p F 8/8-8/22 Ages 12-17 Staff GC 3462915 2-2:50p F 6/13-6/27 Junior Clubs (Tuesday or Thursday) 3462917 10-10:50a F 7/11-7/25 30-minute,single topic instruction weekly followed by 9 3462918 10a-1p W 8/27 holes. Students must pass basic rules, etiquette test before playing course. Life skills, values greatly emphasized. Parent volunteers strongly encouraged. Students may register for Junior Eagles Clinics (Intermediate) either Tuesday or Thursday program, not both. Lunch available Necessary equipment available. Geared for those with but not included. experience and demonstrated understanding of golf. No Fee $180 beginners please! Learn to shape shots, control trajectory, Tuesday Junior Club (Limit of 50 juniors) One year bunker play, mental game. Recommended follow-up to experience required. to Junior Birdies Clinic. No make-ups and only registered Ages 8 or entering 3rd grade & above Staff GC students may attend. Please arrive 10 minutes early. Limit 10 3460890 11a-2:30p Tu 6/24-8/26 students. Thursday Junior Club (Limit of 50 juniors) Two years Fee $45 experience required. Ages 8-17 Staff GC Ages 10 or entering 5th grade & above Staff GC 3462920 4-4:50p W-F 6/4-6/6 3460900 11a-2:30p Th 6/19-8/21 3462921 9-9:50a F 7/11-7/25 3462922 2-2:50p W 7/16-7/30 3462923 10a-1p F 8/29
Private Lessons for Juniors See the chart below for private, semi-private, and group lessons. Interested in a lesson on the course? Try a one-hour course lesson with up to 4 juniors for $100 (evening only). Call the Pro Shop at 503-636-8228 to schedule your dates and times. Ages 6-17 Staff GC Private lesson (30 min.) $40 Private 3 lesson series $100 Private series of 10 $300 2 person semi-private (3/4 hr.) $60 2 person semi-private - 3 lessons $150 Up to 4 person group (1 hr.) $80 Up to 4 person - 3 lessons $210 Playing lesson for 4 - per person (One hour - evening only) $25
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Get Golf Ready in Five Days! Adult Golf Clinics PGA promoted, comprehensive introduction to golf guides new We offer adult clinics for groups up to 10 students. Whether golfers from how to make a tee time to playing the Course and you’re brand new to the game or an intermediate player we covers all points in between including the development and have group instruction that suits your needs. history of the game. Includes 9-hole round on the Course. Ages 18+ Staff GC First Timers Clinics Fee $99 These clinics provide basics needed to feel competent at 3451590 6-7p M-F 7/14-7/18 entry level. Meet others just getting started and learn the make-up of a set of clubs, how to set up and swing, putt and chip. Clubs provided if needed. Register early! 10 maximum Private Lessons for Adults per class. Call the Pro Shop at 503-636-8228 to schedule your dates Fee $25 and times. Ages 18+ Staff GC Ages 18+ Staff GC 3450150 5:30-7:30p W 6/11 Private lesson 45 min $60 3450151 5:30-7:30p Tu 6/24 3450152 9-11a Sa 7/19 Private 3 lesson series 45 min $150 3450153 5:30-7:30p W 7/30 Private 10 lesson series $399 3450154 5:30-7:30p Tu 8/12 2 person semi-private 55 min $90 person semi-private - 3 lessons $240 Intermediate Clinics Up to 4 person group 1 hour $100 If you hit it in the air and have begun to keep score this is Up to 4 person - 3 lessons (1 hour each) $270 the clinic for you. Enhance ball striking skills and to play from Playing lesson for 4 - per (One hour - $30 uneven lies, rough, hit longer, straighter shots, and bunker person evening only) shots. 9-hole round of golf included in the fee for this clinic. Fee $34 Ages 18+ Staff GC 3450180 1-3p Sa 6/7 INSTRUCTOR BIO 3450181 5-7p W 6/25 Shaun Hill 3450182 1-3p Sa 7/26 Hi, my name is Shaun 3450183 5-7p W 8/6 Hill and I am currently Ladies Only attending the University 3450190 1-3p Sa 7/5 of Idaho. Originally being 3450191 5-7p W 8/13 from Seattle but growing up in Moscow, Idaho I have always been a Becoming a Golfer Seahawks fan. A couple You’ve played but need more confidence. Hit all shots of my favorite movies are with greater skill, putt and chip without fear, and gain an Office Space and Happy understanding and respect for etiquette and rules. 9-hole Gilmore. I am majoring round of golf included in the fee for this clinic. Register early! in Professional Golf 10 max per clinic. Management/ Marketing Ages 18+ Staff GC and am very excited Fee $34 about what I do. Along 3450160 5-7p Tu 6/10 with golf, I enjoy many 3450161 3-5p Sa 6/28 outdoor activities such as mountain biking, snowboarding, 3450162 5-7p Tu 7/8 and hanging out on the lake. I’m truly looking forward to 3450163 3-5p Sa 7/19 spending my summer interning at Lake Oswego Public Golf 3450164 5-7p Tu 8/12 Course. Ladies Only 3450170 3-5p Sa 6/21 3450171 5-7p Sa 7/26
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TENNIS TEACHING STAFF For a list of professionals offering private instruction, call 503-635-5550. Gerri Allen, PTR MAP 5 Professional Sam Dibbins, USPTA-I Professional Amy Leahy, USPTA-I Professional Ellen MacPherson, USPTA-I Professional Kevin Hughes, PTR Professional Shawn Alford, PTR Instructor Lisa West, PTR Associate Instructor Paul Hesser Brian Hughes
Please Note: Private lessons taught by individuals other than City tennis employees are prohibited.
Lake Oswego Indoor Tennis Center Courts available 6am to 10pm daily. ABILITY LEVELS
503-635-5550 Beginner You have no (or limited) tennis experience. BE A GOOD NEIGHBOR! Please respect all traffic laws (drive slowly and obey stop Advanced Beginner signs) as you exit the Tennis Center and drive through the You have had some lessons, but need on-court experience to neighborhood. improve fundamentals and develop consistency. COURT RESERVATIONS Intermediate Reservations may be made up to one week in advance by You have more dependable strokes, but are still working to calling the Tennis Center at 503-635-5550 during office hours. keep the ball in play with others of the same ability level.
Summer Office Hours - June 1 - August 15 ADULT TENNIS OPPORTUNITIES Monday-Thursday 8a-3p, Friday 8a-12p Many opportunities are provided for competitive and non- competitive play in weekly ladders, city league, and USTA The Tennis Center will be closed August 18-31. tennis teams. Call the Tennis Center at 503-635-5550 for more information. ACCESS TO THE TENNIS CENTER The use of a card key allows access to your pre-reserved WOMEN’S CITY LEAGUE court at the Tennis Center when the office is closed. A card Players ages 18+ wanted for Tennis Center city league teams. may be purchased at the Tennis Center when making a court All skill levels, all ages, residents and non-residents welcome. reservation. Card keys are effective June 1 through May 31, Season runs September-May, practices and matches held for $10 per season or $30 for four years. weekdays. Call the Tennis Center at 503-636-5550 for more information. ALL COURT TIMES: $18/hr NEED A PARTNER? SEASONAL TENNIS RESERVATIONS Add your name to our “need a practice partner” list in the Guaranteed court time may be purchased in advance for a lobby. particular day and time each week for a 4.5 month period, beginning September 1 through May 31. To apply for a seasonal reservation, call the Tennis Center at 503-635- ABOUT OUR FEES The Tennis Center is a self-sustaining enterprise not funded 5550. by tax dollars. Lake Oswego residents receive priority for class Fall/Winter - September 1 - January 18 placement at the beginning of each season. Winter/Spring - January 19 - May 31
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3507281 11a-12p Week 1 Summer Junior Lessons 3507282 11a-12p Week 2 For ages 5-17. Play tennis this summer at the Lake Oswego 3507283 11a-12p Week 2 Indoor Tennis Center! Designed to teach skills and techniques, 3507284 10-11a Week 3 by age and ability levels, Jr. Aces to beginning through 3507285 11a-12p Week 3 advanced. Each session consists of four lessons. 3507286 10-11a Week 4 Res $50/Non-Res $75 3507287 11a-12p Week 4 Week 1 M-Th 6/23-6/26 Week 5 M-Th 7/21-7/24 3507288 9-10a Week 5 Week 2 M-Th 6/30-7/3 Week 6 M-Th 7/28-7/31 3507289 1-2p Week 5 Week 3 M-Th 7/7-7/10 Week 7 M-Th 8/4-8/7 3507290 9-10a Week 6 Week 4 M-Th 7/14-7/17 Week 8 M-Th 8/11-8/14 3507291 1-2p Week 6 3507292 9-10a Week 7 Ages 5-6 (Jr. Aces) 3507293 1-2p Week 7 3507294 2-3p Week 7 3500300 9-9:50a Week 1 3507295 9-10a Week 8 3500301 9-9:50a Week 2 3507296 1-2p Week 8 3500302 9-9:50a Week 3 3507297 2-3p Week 8 3500303 9-9:50a Week 4 3500304 9-9:50a Week 5 Intermediate 3500305 9-9:50a Week 6 3507340 2-3p Week 1 3500306 9-9:50a Week 7 3507341 2-3p Week 2 3500307 9-9:50a Week 8 3507342 3-4p Week 3 3507343 3-4p Week 4 Ages 7 to 9 3507344 10-11a Week 5 3507345 10-11a Week 6 Beginner 3507346 3-4p Week 7 3507200 9-10a Week 1 3507347 3-4p Week 8 3507201 10-11a Week 1 3507202 10-11a Week 1 3507203 9-10a Week 2 3507204 10-11a Week 2 3507205 10-11a Week 2 3507206 10-11a Week 3 3507207 11a-12p Week 3 3507208 9-10a Week 4 3507209 11a-12p Week 4 3507210 10-11a Week 5 3507211 10-11a Week 5 3507212 2-3p Week 5 3507213 10-11a Week 6 3507214 10-11a Week 6 3507215 2-3p Week 6 3507216 10-11a Week 7 3507217 10-11a Week 7 3507218 10-11a Week 8 3507219 10-11a Week 8
Advanced Beginner 3507280 11a-12p Week 1
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Summer Junior Lessons Intermediate Ages 10 to 12 3507540 3-4p Week 1 3507541 3-4p Week 2 Beginner 3507542 3-4p Week 3 3507400 9-10a Week 1 3507543 3-4p Week 4 3507401 3-4p Week 1 3507544 3-4p Week 5 3507402 9-10a Week 2 3507545 3-4p Week 6 3507403 3-4p Week 2 3507546 3-4p Week 7 3507404 9-10a Week 3 3507547 3-4p Week 8 3507405 9-10a Week 3 3507406 10-11a Week 3 3507407 9-10a Week 4 Ages 13 to 18 3507408 10-11a Week 4 Beginner 3507409 10-11a Week 4 3507600 3-4p Week 1 3507410 11a-12p Week 5 3507601 3-4p Week 2 3507411 3-4p Week 5 3507602 3-4p Week 3 3507412 11a-12p Week 6 3507603 3-4p Week 4 3507413 3-4p Week 6 3507604 11a-12p Week 5 3507414 11a-12p Week 7 3507605 11a-12p Week 6 3507415 3-4p Week 7 3507606 11a-12p Week 7 3507416 11a-12p Week 8 3507607 11a-12p Week 8 3507417 3-4p Week 8 Advanced Beginner Advanced Beginner 3507680 11a-12p Week 1 3507480 10-11a Week 1 3507681 11a-12p Week 2 3507481 1-2p Week 1 3507682 2-3p Week 3 3507482 10-11a Week 2 3507683 2-3p Week 4 3507483 1-2p Week 2 3507684 3-4p Week 5 3507484 11a-12p Week 3 3507685 3-4p Week 6 3507485 1-2p Week 3 3507686 3-4p Week 7 3507486 11a-12p Week 4 3507687 3-4p Week 8 3507487 1-2p Week 4 3507488 9-10a Week 5 Intermediate 3507489 9-10a Week 6 3507720 3-4p Week 1 3507490 9-10a Week 7 3507721 3-4p Week 2 3507491 10-11a Week 7 3507722 3-4p Week 3 3507492 9-10a Week 8 3507723 3-4p Week 4 3507493 10-11a Week 8 3507724 11a-12p Week 5 3507725 11a-12p Week 6 3507726 11a-12p Week 7 3507727 11a-12p Week 8
Junior Competitive Program Accelerated tennis skills, strategy, mental training and physical development for committed players. Classes run all summer, Monday-Thursday, for two-week sessions starting June 23. For advanced students, this program provides preparation for more competitive tennis. Professional approval required. Sign up at the Tennis Center or call 503-635-5550. Ages 11+ Staff ITC Res$150/Non-Res $173
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Go LO Tennis Camp Adult Drill and Play A four-day camp with hours of intense playing. Stroke Hit, run, and have fun! Improve your skill with moving drills. development, strategy, and movement games to increase Emphasis is on strategy and match play techniques. Stroke speed and efficiency. Advanced beginner to advanced players. production knowledge is a pre-requisite. Learn how to apply Not for Jr. Competitive Program players. shots with strategy. Ages 9-12 Staff ITC Ages 18+ Staff ITC Res $175/Non-Res $202 Res $100/Non-Res $115 3505200 9a-12p M-Th 6/16-6/19 Advanced Beginner Ages 13-18 Staff ITC 3515280 8-9p Tu/Th 6/24-7/17 Res $200/Non-Res $230 3515281 8-9p M/W 7/21-8/13 3505201 12:30-4p M-Th 6/16-6/19 Advanced Beginner/Low Intermediate 3515300 12-1p Tu/Th 6/24-7/17 Intermediate/Advanced 3515361 8-9p M/W 6/23-7/16 3515362 12-1p M/W 7/21-8/13 3515363 8-9p Tu/Th 7/22-8/14 Res $75/Non-Res $94 Intermediate Ages 18+ 3515340 9-10:30a W 6/25-7/16 3515341 9-10:30a W 7/23-8/13 Advanced 3515380 10:30a-12p W 6/25-7/16 3515381 10:30a-12p W 7/23-8/13
INSTRUCTOR BIO Meet Gerri Allen
Adult Lessons Classes I teach: I have taught Our adult instructional program meets the needs of beginners all age groups and levels (Tiny through competitive players. Tots, juniors, Junior Excellence, Ages 18+ Staff ITC High School Prep, adults, and Res $100/Non-Res $115 Special Olympics) Beginner 3517020 6-7p M/W 6/23-7/16 Alma Mater: Macalester 3517021 6-7p Tu/Th 6/24-7/17 College (BA in Physical Education and French), University of 3517022 6-7p M/W 7/21-8/13 Maryland (MS in physical education/motor learning) Advanced Beginner 3517080 7-8p M/W 7/21-8/13 Certifications: PTR Professional MAP 5 (over 250 credits 3517081 6-7p Tu/Th 7/22-8/14 of continuing education, with an emphasis on sports Advanced Beginner/Intermediate psychology) 3517120 7-8p Tu/Th 6/24-7/17 Intermediate Years I have been teaching/ coaching tennis: 33 years 3517140 7-8p M/W 6/23-7/16 (including coaching of high school, college, junior, and adult 3517141 7-8p Tu/Th 7/22-8/14 teams)
Favorite thing about teaching: Being able to make a difference in the lives of my players, both on and off the court
What I’m excited about this season: Helping my players reach their full potential and develop a love of tennis
Favorite thing about Lake Oswego: Great local businesses such as Gubancs and the Lake Twin Theater
CALL TO REGISTER •503.635.5550 • 45 COMMUNITY EVENTS Concerts Enjoy outdoor concerts in some of Lake Oswego’s most beautiful parks! These delightfully entertaining concerts provide opportunities to slow down and relax under the summer sky with friends and family. These concerts reach out across the divides of taste to a wide variety of audiences who are often either tapping their toes or on their feet dancing. Food is available for purchase.
The Sounds of Summer Concerts are supported by the generous sponsorship donations of Mercedes- Benz of Beaverton and MINI of Portland. Event Partner for Moonlight & Music Concerts is TESLA. Thank you to all of our sponsors for their generous support.
SOUNDS OF SUMMER CONCERTS Wednesdays 7-9pm Foothills Park July 9 Precious Byrd Pop, Rock & Variety July 16 Shelly Rudolph & Big Band, Jazz Her Big Band July 23 Paperback Writer Beatles Tribute July 30 Oncore ‘70s, ‘80s, ‘90s
Wednesdays 7-9pm MOONLIGHT & MUSIC CONCERTS Westlake Park Sundays August 6 Big Night Out Pop, Dance 6 – 7:30pm August 13 Boyd Small’s Blues Rhythm and Blues Millennium Plaza Park Showcase July 6 Lisa Mann and Her Rhythm & Blues August 20 Chris Baum Project Soul & Funk Really Good Band August 27 Hit Machine 70’s 80’s & Beyond July 13 Brokentop Bluegrass / Americana Join the City of Lake Oswego for a special Public Safety Fair July 20 Naomi LaViolette Jazz Standards on August 13. Meet the Police Department’s K9 Team, tour emergency vehicles, participate in a fire-fit challenge, learn July 27 Gypsy Soul Folk, Pop, Jazz CPR - Anytime, and much more. August 3 The Shanghai Woolies 20’s, 30’s Jazz & Pop August 10 Aaron Meyer Classic Rock Violin August 17 Baskery Folk, Pop, Rock & Americana August 24 Bobby Torres Ensemble Latin Jazz
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Back by popular demand! Celebrate the USA with Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation’s Fourth Annual July 4th Pie Eating Contest. Commemorate our country’s independence by racing to complete an “All-American” Pie. Contest participants must be 18 years or older to enter. Register on-site at 11am (after the Star Spangled Parade). Contest begins at 12:30pm.
MILLENNIUM CONCERT BAND Millennium Plaza Park Thursday, July 3 7pm
Launch your holiday weekend by listening to a USO style performance from Millennium Concert Band. Under the direction of Dale Cleland, guests are entertained with myriad patriotic, military and marching compositions. Veterans are RELAY FOR LIFE OF LAKE OSWEGO honored during this exceptional evening performance, which features a ceremonial Presentation of Colors from the Lake Carnival for the Cure Oswego Police Honor Guard. Lake Oswego High School Saturday, July 12 – Sunday, July 13 10am Join the excitement and support a worthy cause too! The STAR SPANGLED CELEBRATION Carnival for the Cure this year includes live music, delectable food and a silent auction as well. The Opening Ceremony is at & PARADE! 12 noon. Plus, join Relay for an inaugural 5K glow run, lunar Millennium Plaza Park stride at 9pm Saturday. You can participate and support this Friday, July 4 inspirational event in so many ways, so check out the web site Parade begins at 10am; Staging commences at 9am for more information. www.relayforlife.org/lakeoswegoor It’s time to celebrate our many freedoms and Lake Oswego does this with panache! So don your patriotic colors, decorate your wagons and enjoy an old fashioned 4th of July celebration! Join the fun or watch your friends stroll down A Avenue in the spectacular parade. The Parade features an authentic Fife & Drum Band, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, classic cars, and more! When guests arrive at Millennium Plaza Park, they will be welcomed with live music, face-painting, balloon animals, and a pie-eating contest. It’s sure to be a truly memorable 4th of July.
Lakeside Bicycles, proud sponsor of the Star Spangled Bike Corral will be on hand at the finish of the parade to provide a safe place to park your bicycle. For all your bicycle needs please visit our local sponsor at 428 North State Street.
Parade staging begins at 9am at Lake Garden Court (off Iron Mountain Boulevard). All vehicles and large groups MUST pre- register with the Parks & Recreation Department to participate in the parade. Please just one vehicle per family or business. Please call Debbi at 503 - 697 - 5287 to register.
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July 24 - Super Buddies (G) July 31 - Despicable Me 2 (PG) August 7 - The Karate Kid 2010 (PG) August 14 - The LEGO Movie (PG)
Celebrate summer with an outdoor movie at Millennium Plaza Park. Plan a fun family outing or enjoy a romantic evening by watching a movie—larger than life! Bring your blankets, pillows, and low sand chairs for a relaxing night under the stars. Delicious popcorn and other treats are available for purchase. Movies in the Park is tons of fun for all ages!
Thank You Bull Mountain Heating, AC and Insulation for your financial support and for backing this exciting community event. MASQUE ALFRESCO performs Moliere’s Would-Be Gentleman Lower George Rogers Park Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays July 18 – August 3 LAKE OSWEGO FARMERS’ MARKET 7pm Saturdays May 17 - October 11 Masque Alfresco is now into its lucky thirteenth Summer Park 8:30am - 1:30pm Tour of commedia dell’arte plays by Moliere performed with all of the traditions: slapstick beatings, hat lazzi, colorful period Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market is a European style market costumes – but updated for modern audiences with political that showcases some of the region’s finest agricultural jokes and celebrity slams ripped straight from the headlines. products. Discover superior produce sold directly to you by And we’re family friendly! local growers. The Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market boasts an Join us on the Memorial Garden with lawn chairs, blankets, average of 80 vendors each week. Delight in finding a wide picnics, the family dog (on a leash) – and bring your funny bone! variety of produce, meat, nuts, cheeses, artisan breads, jams and jellies, seafood, and other fresh nursery items—there is something for everyone!
DOGGY DAYCARE Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market Saturdays 8:30am - 1pm
The Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market is one of the only markets in the country to offer complimentary Doggy Daycare! Drop off your favorite furry friend with dedicated staff and volunteers to be cared for while you shop. To participate, sign-in at the registration table located on Evergreen Street (adjacent to the market). We provide water, shade, attention, and care. For health and safety concerns, we ask that patrons do not bring animals into the market. Enjoy the market and let you dog enjoy his/her Saturday at Doggy Daycare. Special thanks to Parkway Veterinary Hospital for supporting our ever popular market extra!
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May 18 Southern Nights May 24 Dana Fontaine Trio May 31 Lake Oswego School District Presents! June 7 LO Babas June 14 Zimba Marimba June 21 Chayag Andean Music Lake Oswego i June 28 Anna-Lisa and Friends July 3 Dick Saunders & Sucker Creek Jazz Band July 12 Sara Jackson Holman Trio July 19 Sky in the Road July 26 The Gospel Hooligans Aug 2 Steve Hale Trio Aug 9 Margie Gibson with Dick Saunders & Friends Aug 16 Sally Harmon and Frank Gruner Aug 23 Brent Rogers and Karen Johnson Miller Aug 30 Flamenco Callejero 8:30 am-1:30 pm at Millennium Plaza Park Sept 6 Dick Saunders and Shira Sept 13 Organic String Beings MAY 17 - OCT. 11, 2014 Sept 20 Fadin’ by Nine Sept 27 Zephyr Oct 4 The Stomptowners Oct 11 Millennium Brass Band
GET TO KNOW US 2014 FARMERS’ MARKET POSTER Stefanie Baird The Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market is kicking off the 2014 Stefanie Baird is a longtime Lake season with the unveiling of the new Farmers’ Market poster! Oswego resident who, except for The poster, which was designed by local graphic artist, Stacy a brief hiatus in Corvallis and Chase, will be used every year in lieu of the annual poster San Jose while earning a PHT contest. It is our goal to brand the Lake Oswego Farmers’ (putting husband through school) Market with this new design. The design will be seen on has resided in Lake Oswego her numerous promotional items, including light post banners, entire life. As an enthusiastic and notecards, flyers, and more. We are delighted to unveil this creative volunteer Stefanie brings fantastic poster that represents the beauty and spirit of the with her a long list of talents as Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market. well as delightful stories of past employment responsibilities. How many of us can boast being a roller skating, car hop in a previous life? GET INVOLVED! It was the annual welcome coffee hosted by the Special Would you like to meet new friends, join your neighbors Events Division that piqued Stefanie’s interest in volunteering and contribute to the vitality of the City? The Special and before we could turn around, Stefanie had signed up Events Division of Parks & Recreation has some great to assist in various events including the 4th of July, Harvest opportunities for you to become involved! Whether it’s the Fest and (her favorite) Lake Oswego Farmers’ Market. Farmers’ Market that suits your fancy, concerts or maybe Stefanie is the consummate hostess and in addition to the the Star Spangled Celebration on the 4th of July, there are warm welcome attendees receive as they enter the Market. opportunities for everyone. No doubt you’ve attended these We know that Lake Oswego’s special qualities can be events; why not take on a supportive role and take part in attributed to many things like the beautiful lake, its parks, producing these lively, engaging community events? If you programs and events but what fuels all this is the energy, have questions or would like to volunteer, please contact investment and commitment of the people who live here, and Mary Kelly at 503-697-6517 or [email protected]. we know Stefanie demonstrates these qualities to a tee!
CALL TO REGISTER •503.675.2549 • 49 ACC LAKE OSWEGO ADULT Ongoing Activities COMMUNITY CENTER Lake Oswego Weekly Walkers 505 G Avenue Contact Krstl Robbins, volunteer coordinator 503-635-0041. 9:15-11:30a ACC: Lobby M/W/S Lake Oswego, OR ACC Learning Group The LOACC is a Discuss current topics and technology. community focal point that 9:30-11a ACC Room: Alder M celebrates aging through creative, inspiring and exciting opportunities that promote independence, Social Knitting Come make friends and knit. as well as physical and emotional wellness. 10a-12p ACC Room: Spruce W Office Hours Monday-Friday 8a-6p American Mah Jongg Open Play Building hours Monday-Friday 8a-9p For more information call Paulyne Lewis 971-506-5350. Closed Saturday & Sunday and all major holidays 1-4p ACC Room: Birch W For the summer season, the ACC is closed on the following dates:7/4,and 8/19 thru 9/1 Supervised Computer Lab Volunteers help solve computer questions. 1-2:30p ACC Room: Alder W MEMBERSHIP Become a member today! Pinochle Membership at the Adult Community Center is open to anyone Contact Tom Thomas, volunteer coordinator, 503-744-0562. age 50 or better. Annual membership dues are determined 1-3p ACC Room: Willow W by primary residency location. Membership is not required for most social services, but membership dues assist the Center Scrabble funding. Member information is available on our Website at Contact Ruth Hamilton 503-675-7663. www.ci.oswego.or.us/acc, or in person at 505 G Avenue or 1-3p ACC Room: Willow Th call 503-635-3758. Creative Hands ACC Fitness Center Projects are made and donated to various non-profits. The ACC has enhanced its fitness program by adding four 9:30a-12p ACC Room: Dogwood Th new pieces of user-friendly exercise equipment: A Total Body Elliptical, Recumbent Elliptical, Treadmill and an Upper Body Quilters In Stitches Ergometer Cycle. Members have free access to the Fitness Proceeds benefit the ACC. Interested quilters are welcome. Room (after orientation) included in their yearly membership. 10a-2p ACC Room: Birch F Orientation provided on site. Open Hours: Special Interest Investment Group 8:30-8p M-F Contact the center for more information. Requirements: Membership, Orientation, Liability Waiver Form. 10-12p ACC Room: Cedar F What’s For Lunch? Jottings from 5th and G The ACC provides lunch on Monday, Wednesday and Friday Call the center for more information. from 11:30-1pm. Eat in, take-out or Meals-On-Wheels service. 1-2p ACC Room: Cedar F 1st Friday Everything made from scratch and fresh every day, like homemade yeast breads, marionberry coffee cake, Santa Fe MAC User Group Chicken and steamed veggies. Tasty nutritious food that is First and Third Friday of each month. reviewed for perfect nutritional content. Please call 503-635- 1-2:30p ACC Room: Alder F 3758 or visit our website at www.ci.oswego.or.us/acc/lunch- service for a listing of our menus. Senior Studies Institute 1-3p ACC Room: Dogwood W Special Summer Luncheons Starts June 18 6/13 Father’s Day 7/2 Independence Day
50•Register Online•WWW.LAKEOSWEGOPARKS.ORG Summer 2014 ACC ACC Classes Human Services The ACC offers a large variety The ACC offers a variety of programs of classes, programs, activities June 2013 50+ May / June 2014 that benefit Lake Oswego older adults Living Lake Oswego Adult Community Center and trips. Check the HelloLO and their families. These services help it May 27: Senior Summartment OHSU Neurology Dep Safe Today, Healthy Tomorrow partners with Lake Oswego BalPoliceance” 50+ r of th and Wellness for 50+! and Fire Departments “Matte to present the Living based 27, from Older Americans Month evidence insert for the latest bi-monthly ego City training on Tuesday, May maintain better health and improve We have great things planned: Heal , at Lake Osw 9 to 11 a .m . ys to wellnessabout living • New wa Hall Council Chambers, 380 A Lake Oswego Adult Community Center New Ways to think r Boomers . • onference fo Avenue . “Matters, of assisting Balance” people looks • New Ways to Stay Healthy ollege of Oriental Medicine, at multiple area ce in developing a fall prevention plan May 3: The Art of Healthy Living – C There will be tips from our Poli Saturday, May 3, 8 a m. . to noon, at the Oregon through C the arts!, and The writers conference to Adultexplore brings and Fire Departments on senior oo . Snacks ande exercise event is Portland le . Attendees safety, t edition of Living 50+ or visit us hand out provided . Th quality of life and independence. Join in this celebration of health and life ocal artists, scholars, musicians, storytellers but space is limited to the first together l ection . Free transportation from the Lake Oswego free this magical connnter (ACC) parking lot atggs, 7:30 printmaking, a m. . via detailsthe marimba ACC . shutt music and 50 enrollees and preregistration is falling 35-3758, for Community Ce 3-6 a must . To register, call the ACC at 503-635-3758 . will participate in music with shaker e Oswego horticulture activities . Call Ann at 50 house for one? Would like to h Looking to stay in Lake Matter of Balance - Designed to reduce the fear of and improve the activity levels of older adults. May 20: Home Sharing where to start? t don’t know about shared housing in a conversation wit Giving caregivers Is Shared Housingate bu for You? Experiencing too much on the web at www.ci.oswego. omm Learn more find a ro a place? ro based “Let’s Shareu must Housing” preregister at 9 by a .mcalling . on Tuesday, 503-635- Membership is not required for most but can’t find the founders of Portland Met the May 20, at the ACCtal breakfast, . There is nocoffee cost, and but tea yo served . break Meals-on-WheelsOswego Fundraiser Academy host of itsDance recital to - at benefitall the 3758 . Continen h the Lake door Save the Date – June 1 at the ill also be they need Third Annual Spring Fundraiser wit n-Wheels! The Lake Oswego Academy of Dance will Meals-o ne 1 . Suggested donation is $4 per person wego Meals-on-Wheels . Tickets for gift baskets w PAGE 11 ACC on Sunday, Ju or.us/acc . Call 503-635-3758 o locate and Medicare Simplified: Learninges, how t donations go to Lake Os Human Services programs. If you d servic covere available . Medicare to Navigate Medicare.govline? Senior Health ducationalInsurance sessionBenefits and informational/e Want to learn more about Medicare, compare healthcare plans, find providers on Children of Aging Parents: er questions and more following the presentation . Assistance (SHIBA) counselors will conduct this 5/12 will be on hand toM answ Building dPositive their adultoften Relationships 10:30a-noon ers for more information and Life’s a song ivities – many As parents age, they an would like to participate or learn more children or other family memb rship is not required to face difficult challenges. This two part membe hile program offers a window into the world Membershipunity Center offerscation a variety& . W Participationof classes, trips and act dementia and communicatione of life’s and publi of aging, rguson, at the LO Adult Community Cen The Adult Comm ers do receive priority registration, discounted dance in and provides insight into on of which are described in this Membership is not required for most Human toughest adjustments . Jolene Fe our ter participate in most programs, memb 55 per couple per ingle or $ . whose experience spans over 24 years fees and complimentary event tickets . have a “virtual es programs . per couple per year the senior health . You and will aging fields, someis PAGE 17 Servic .or .us/acc, or stop registration. guest speaker like to .ci .oswego uld about these beneficial services see Memberships for residents of Lake Oswego are: $40 s sensation experience,” and learn year . For non-residents, the cost is $50 single or $75 services of the things your parents wo member, please visit our website at www share with you . ership information . 5/15 & 5/22 To become a Th by the ACC to pick up memb 6-7:30p to enjoy thell many503-635-3758 fun opportunities . and helpful The ACC welcomese youinformation, ca d by federal and local grants,is available . For mor serves the right to photograph program participants for r is supporte are for City use only and may be used in future tax dollars, cles . A Word About Funding Photographs: The ACC re our Human Services booklet for more publicity purposes . These photos The Lake Oswego Adult, donations, Community and Cente the City’s General Fund . Because staff promotional materials and newspaper arti fundraising proceedsking the best use possibleilosophy ofaccording Lake Oswego to the resident’s level of benefit to a pricing ph the most impactful, effective programs responsible for ma tly to bring users you . the ACC has been given users . Staff works diligen You’re Invited To Get and services for the published cost . Thank and d 4 p .m . Fit With Us! een 10 a .m . an ost special activities,r all classes, unless activities otherwise Lake Oswego information or call the ACC at 503- National Senior Health & Fitness Day 505 G Ave, h, Registration Information Wednesday, May 28 - Drop in anytime betw Registration is erequired description for classes,of the . program. trips and Registration m fo est just for Lake Oswego’s 50+! Try it out for April 14 Lake Oswego Adult Community Center, specified in th p your workout routine with Zumba, taste nutrient ric trips begins on Monday, 3 A compendium of the latestge u and great his day! Chan 3 free on t thies, experiencen, Travel ...... flavorful smoo 2 4 Contents Short & Sweet Trips . . . . . the benefits of meditatio ...... 2 4 how volunteering keeps Adult Fitness . . . Ongoing Activities . . . . . 635-3758. 2 you vital, a healthy lunch What’s for lunch? and more . Demos, food Computer & Technology . . . . . 3 . samples, prizes and Support Groups ...... giveaways . Cultural For more information, call 503-635-3758 . or go to www www.ci.oswego.or.us/ACC o .or .us/ACC . ci .osweg Support Groups Groups are available to members and non-members, there Fitness is no fee or registration required and they are open to Looking for some fun and active classes? Try our Zumba Gold participants 50 and older. Confidentiality respected. Please 50+, Gentle Yoga, Sit and Be Fit, Strength Training, Body In call 503-635-3758 for more information. Motion and Aerobic Exercise to Music. Caregiver Support Group Trips Co-sponsored by The Alzheimer’s Association . Group meets Visit historic Oregon homes, gardens, museums and special the third Tuesday of each month. exhibits at the Portland Art Museum. Enjoy tastings or lunches 1:30-3:30p Tu No meeting in August in the metro area restaurants. Transportation included for most trips and good company guaranteed! Widowed Group Group meets the first Wednesday of each month. Cultural Classes 10-11:30a W Cultural classes serve to engage and enrich the lives of Lake Oswego citizens by introducing a wide variety of experiences and activities. Arts & Crafts, Music & Dance, Health & Wellness, Arthritis Group Writing & Lecture classes are offered to enhance your life. Co-sponsored by the Arthritis Foundation. Group meets the fourth Wednesday of each month. Safe Today. Healthy 10-11:30a W No meeting in July or August Diabetes Tomorrow Group meets the second Wednesday of each month. Older Americans Month 6:30-8p W We have great things planned health and wellness for 50+! Family Caregiver Discussion Group New ways to wellness Group meets the fourth Wednesday of each month. New Ways to think about living 7-8:30p W No meeting in August New Ways to Stay Healthy AARP Safe Driving Program Mark Your Calendar For These The nation’s largest refresher driving course to help refine Dates existing skills and develop safe, defensive driving techniques. The Art Of Healthy Aging Graduates of the course may be eligible for a discount from Saturday May 3 their auto insurance carrier. Registration required, please call Home Sharing Tuesday May 20 503-635-3758. Senior Summit Tuesday May 27 AARP Instructor ACC Room: Alder National Senior Health And $15 AARP Members /$20 Non-AARP Members Fitness Day Wednesday May 28 1:30-4:30p Tu/Th 7/8 & 7/10 or 9/9 & 9/11 For more details; Call the Center at 503-635-3758
CALL TO REGISTER •503.635.3758 • 51 SCHOLARSHIPS SCHOLARSHIP AND SPONSORSHIP Individual Sponsorship Opportunities To make a donation to the scholarship fund, please go to Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation www.lakeoswegoparks.org and enter “scholarship” as a Scholarship Program keyword. Thank you! The Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation Department offers a limited number of partial scholarships for City and School Many Thanks to our Program Sponsors! District residents needing financial assistance. Resident Dennis 7 Dees Portland Nursery applicants may receive up to 50% of the cost of a program, up The Garden Corner Clackamas Master to a maximum of $50 per class, maximum $160 per person per Nancy Sergeant Gardeners fiscal year (July 1-June 30) and a maximum of $300 per fiscal Oswego Garden Club Boy Scouts of America year per family. A completed application must be submitted ten Kordell’s Garden Center calendar days prior to the program start date for processing. The online scholarship application and all information can be found at: www.ci.oswego.or.us/parksrec/scholarship-program. For more detailed information, please contact Kelliegh Bradley at [email protected] or 503-635-0282.
Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation Scholarship Program Key Sponsors The scholarship program is dependent upon donations from groups and individuals and a limited amount of funding is available. Many thanks to the generous online donations of class participants and to our major sponsors Lake Oswego Women’s Club and LO Mom’s Club. Parks & Recreation is excited to announce a new playground being installed at George Rogers Park! The old playground, built in 1995, has been removed to make room for the new structure. The playground is expected to be completed the first part of June with a grand opening ceremony to be announced. Look forward to play areas for younger and older children with a larger sandbox area and lots of climbing and spinning activities. Parents can look forward to a new picnic shelter Lake Oswego Women’s Club area in which to gather visit. The Lake Oswego Women’s Club sponsors scholarships for City residents who may not otherwise have been able to participate in Parks and Recreation programs. We thank the LOWC members for their generosity and support in maintaining a strong community connection. You’re Invited To Get Fit With Us! NATIONAL SENIOR HEALTH AND FITNESS DAY Wednesday, MAY 28 Drop in anytime!
10am- 4pm Lake Oswego Mothers Club A compendium of the latest and greatest just for Lake Oswego’s 50+! Try it out for free on this day! Change up The LO Mothers Club is a non-profit volunteer organization for your workout routine with Zumba, taste nutrient rich, moms led by moms. The club offers members opportunities flavorful smoothies, experience the benefits of meditation, to form friendships, have fun, enjoy their families and help how volunteering keeps you vital, a healthy lunch and more. Demos, food samples, prizes and giveaways. build a stronger community through events in partnership with Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation. The LO Mothers Club Lake Oswego Adult Community Center is a contributor to the Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation 505 G Ave, Lake Oswego Scholarship program and we appreciate the club for their 503-635-3758 www.ci.oswego.or.us/ACC continued community support.
52•Register Online•WWW.LAKEOSWEGOPARKS.ORG Summer 2014 NATURAL AREAS NATURAL PARKS AND OUTDOOR RECREATION IN LAKE OSWEGO Lake Oswego has over 550 acres of natural parks for the community to enjoy! These parks provide our community with a connection to nature, a place for outdoor recreation, home for wildlife, storm water management, clean air and many other benefits! Here are a few outdoor recreation options to check out this summer.
Bryant Woods-Canal Acres-River Run Bryant Woods Park is a wildlife rich site containing a seasonal wetland/meadow, upland forested area, and a natural spring George Rogers Park Beach with an associated creek. Bordered by Oswego Canal, the park Is the summer heat getting to you? Stop by George Rogers is accessible from the small parking area off of Childs Road Park with a beach towel and sunscreen and enjoy an afternoon and from the north via Centerwood Street. lounging on the Willamette River. Have a BBQ in the BBQ pits with a view of the impressive historic Iron Furnace. Launch your kayak for a paddle up or down the Willamette. Check out Springbrook Park George Rogers Park at 611 State Street in Lake Oswego. Springbrook Park offers great hiking and wildlife viewing opportunities and can be accessed by many small Check out http://www.ci.oswego.or.us/parksrec/natural-areas neighborhood entrances. Located across Country Club Road for maps and locations of trailheads. from Lake Oswego High School, the park contains nearly 2 miles of relatively flat trails. Springbrook Creek flows through the park and Lake Grove neighborhood before heading to Iron Mountain Park and Oswego Lake. Thank You Mud Bay for Sponsoring Poo Free Parks! A Well-Chosen Diet is the foundation of long-term health for your cat or dog.
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CALL TO REGISTER •503.675.2549 • 53 REGISTRATION HOW TO REGISTER Scholarships Online: Please see Scholarship information on page 52. Most classes are available for online registration at www.lakeoswegoparks.org. Special Accommodations If you have a disability or need an accommodation, please call Phone: 503-675-2549 to register. Call 503-675-2549. Payment by Visa or MasterCard is required for online and phone registrations. In Person: Liability, Photography & Medical Release Register at the West End Building, Tennis Center, Golf Course, Information or Adult Community Center Payment of fees and participation in Parks & Recreation programs shall constitute participants’ acknowledgement of Current Term Registration the nature of the activity and release the City of Lake Oswego from liability for any and all claims for personal injuries. Registration for Summer classes begins at 10 am April 14. Participants, and/or parents/guardians of registered minors, Lake Oswego residents receive priority placement until April 18. authorize employees of the City to seek medical treatment in Residents know immediately upon registering whether accepted the event of an accident or emergency. Photos take during into classes or placed on waitlists (some classes do not offer programs may be used for promotional purposes. waitlists). Non-resident registrations are accepted, but held until April 18 when incorporated into available class slots (or waitlists) on a first registered basis. Notification of final class/ Location Key waitlist status is mailed to non-residents April 18. After non- ABDA Academy of Ballet & Dance Arts 311 B Ave., Suite Z resident waitlists have been processed, registration is open to ACC Adult Community Center 505 G Avenue all on a first-come, first-served basis.See pages 3, 25 and 37 BOAT Alder Creek Kayak Boathouse 1515 SE Water St., PDX for important information about the new online registration system coming August 11 with registration for Fall Classes CBP Cooks Butte Park 18600 SW Shipley Dr. FHP Foothills Park 199 Foothills Dr. Cancellations GC Public Golf Course 17525 Stafford Rd. Classes held at the West End Building follow the Lake Oswego GRP George Rogers Park 611 S. State St. School District closures for legal holidays, inclement weather, HLFL Hazelia Field at Luscher Farm 17800 Stafford Rd. or other unforeseen emergencies. Call Parks & Recreation regarding cancellations at other class locations. Early ITC Indoor Tennis Center 2900 Diane Dr. registration is encouraged as classes may be canceled five JANT Alder Creek Kayak Jantzen 200 NE Tomahawk Is. Dr. working days prior to the start date due to low enrollment. Beach PDX LHS Lakeridge High School 1235 Overlook Drive Refunds LKWD Lakewood Center for the Arts 368 S. State Street The Parks & Recreation office must be notified at least three LOHS Lake Oswego High School 2501 Country Club Road working days prior to the first class that you wish to cancel LUSCH Luscher Farm 125 Rosemont Rd. a class. A $5 processing fee is charged for each refunded class. In lieu of a refund, you may request a voucher toward MILL Millennium Plaza Park 200 First St. a future class, and the $5 fee is waived. All vouchers are PLAY Play Boutique 464 First St. nonrefundable once issued and must be used prior to the end RIDG Division St. and Lake River, Ridgefield, WA of the following fiscal year (June 30). Tennis wait list refunds ROSE Rose’s Glassworks 10105 SW Hall Blvd., PDX are processed during the week the class begins. RP Roehr Park 350 Oswego Pointe Dr Residency SKPK Lake Oswego Skate Park 5520 Willow Lane The fee for non-residents may be up to 1.5 times the resident TBA To Be Announced rate. A resident is: WEB West End Building 4101 Kruse Way •• An individual who rents or owns property inside the WLSC Willamette Sailing Club 6336 S.W. Beaver Ave, PDX incorporated city limits of Lake Oswego WSC Water Sports Center 350 Oswego Pointe Dr. •• An individual who lives within the LO School District boundaries •• An individual who owns a business inside the incorporated WSTLK Westlake Park 14164 Bunick Dr. city limits of Lake Oswego •• EXCEPTION: Sports Leagues will additionally consider individuals employed within the incorporated city limits of Lake Oswego or within Lake Oswego School District boundaries as residents.
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Special thanks to the 2014 Summer Season Sponsors!
CALL TO REGISTER •503.675.2549 • 55 Lake Oswego Parks & Recreation PO Box 369 Lake Oswego, Oregon 97034-0369
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LAKE OSWEGO PUBLIC GOLF COURSE 17525 STAFFORD RD.
EVENTS ••Erling Jacobsen Junior Tour Tue, June 17 ••PGA Family Golf Month July 1-31 ••Family Scramble Sat, July 12 ••Moonlight Glow Ball Sat, July 19 ••Junior Championship & Skills Challenge Thu, Aug 28 ••25th Annual Mayor’s Championship Sat, Sep 6
LEAGUES & ACTIVITIES ••“Good Guys” Men’s Club Monday mornings, March-October Moonlight Glow Ball ••Lake Oswego Ladies’ Club Saturday, July 19th Wednesday mornings March-October ••Tuesday Junior Club June 24-Aug 26, Ages 8-17 ••Thursday Junior Club June 19-Aug 21, Ages 10-17 ••“Golf for Kicks” Ladies Club Saturday mornings May-September ••EWGA Ladies League 18 Beautifully maintained par-3 holes Tuesday evenings, May-August
On-line store/tee time booking/e-club specials at www.lakeoswegogolf.org