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TABLE OF CONTENTS

General Information…………………………………………………………………………….2

Guest Policy/Outings…………………………………………………………………………...3

Membership Information……………………………………………………………………….4

Beach Guidelines………………………………………….…………………………………….5

Boating Guidelines…………………………………………………………….………………..6

Water Trampoline Guidelines………….…...……………………………….……………….….7

Special Summer Events……………………………………………………….………………...8

Swimming Lesson Information and Schedule……………………………….………………….9

Boating Lesson Information……………………………………………………………………11

Private Swimming Lessons/Level 6 and a Half………………………………………………..12

Tot Time/Story Time/Games…...……………………………………………………………...12

Sports Camp/Yoga and Aqua Aerobics…..………………………………...………………….12

Environmental Education………………………………………………………………………13

Arts & Crafts/Fishing…..…………………………………………………...………………….13

Ropes/Orienteering……………………………………………………………………………..14

Outdoor Living Skills/Archery/Floating Classroom…………………………….…………......14

Teen & Guppy Gang Program…………………...………………………….………………….15

Last But Not Least……………………………………………………………………………...16

Map of Hale Reservation…………………………………………………….…………………17

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GENERAL INFORMATION

CONTACT INFORMATION

Membership Beach Guard Shack: 781-326-8985

Membership Beach Gate Shack: 781-329-8707

Hale Main Office: 781-326-1770

Email: info@HaleReservation.org

Website: www.HaleReservation.org

CAR DECALS

Members are issued decals to enter Membership Beach. Decals must be attached and dis-

played on the driver’s side of the car or on the back window. Each family is entitled to two de-

cals (one for each adult in the household, and if necessary, a third for a caregiver). Decals will

be mailed to your home when the Membership has been paid in full. Once the Beach is open,

decals will be available only at the Beach.

When you arrive at the Beach, the gate guards will check you in. If you have not yet picked up

your decal, the gate guard will allow you to do so. If there are no gate guards at the time you

arrive, please check in at the Guard Shack.

GUEST POLICY

Members receive a certain number of free car guest passes for the summer that you can gift to a

friend or family to use at any time in the summer. Otherwise, Members are welcome to bring

guests to the Beach throughout the summer for a fee for any person over 2 years old. Guests

will be charged to your household account and you will receive a bill at the end of each month.

Restrictions: 30 guests maximum per summer, and 5 guests per day to regulate the parking and

Beach traffic. If you plan on having more than 5 guests, you must schedule an outing (details

below). Guests may not partake in any daily activity requiring registration/sign ups.

OUTING PRIVILEGES & BIRTHDAY PARTIES

Members are invited to use the Beach facilities to have birthday parties, family gatherings, and

group functions under our pavilion (Julia’s Place) or carport. Members must speak to the

Membership Beach Director or Asst. Director in advance to schedule an outing or birth-

day party. There will be a site fee charged for location plus regular guest fees for non-members

(guests for outings do not count toward your total guest count). There is an additional charge to

“Rent a Lifeguard” to run activities for an hour. The ‘outing’ group must adhere to all the Mem-

bership Rules. Outings will only be allowed if they do not conflict with any Membership activi-

ty and are at the Director’s discretion. The number of outings at one time is restricted due to

space.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

WEATHER

On rainy days, the Beach may open late or

close early.

In the event of thunder and/or lightning, the

water will close with one long whistle as a

safety precaution and will remain closed for

20 minutes after the last sign of thunder or

lightning. In such cases, Members may be

asked to move to their cars.

Membership Beach will close in the event of

lightning storms or severe weather warnings.

For updates on Beach closures, please call

the Guard Shack. The voicemail will

indicate whether or not the Beach will open.

SAFETY COMMUNICATION

Lifeguards use whistles to communicate with each other and patrons. Please read below and

make sure you and your children know what to do in such cases.

3 long whistles - Lost Child Search. Everyone must clear the water.

2 long whistles - Emergency alert to other lifeguards. Everyone must clear the water.

1 long whistle - Everyone must clear/can re-enter the water.

1 short whistle - Attention! Look to lifeguard for further instruction.

Occasionally the swimming area is cleared to make safety checks, for weather, or to conduct

rescue drills. Please have your children check in with you during these times.

In the event that 911 must be called, please inform a staff member and they will call from

the landline. If there is no staff member in sight, please do not hesitate to call.

PHOTOGRAPHS

Upon registration, permission is granted to Hale Reservation for photos to appear in Hale bro-

chures, videos, on websites, or other promotional literature.

DIRECTIONS TO THE BEACH

Even though Membership Beach has its own entrance, it shares

an address with Hale Reservation. When visiting the Beach,

please do not go to the main entrance of Hale. The Beach is lo-

cated exactly one mile past Carby Street (from Westwood), and is

directly across from 576 Dover Road and next to 573 Dover

Road, Westwood.

Please send all mail to 80 Carby Street, Westwood, MA 02090.

REFUND POLICY

Please note that no refunds will be made once the Beach opens. If you cancel your Membership

prior to the Beach opening, the processing fee is non-refundable.

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FULL FAMILY MEMBERSHIP: Access and programming is granted anytime the Beach is

open and includes all four sessions of activities and nighttime events.

SESSION BUNDLE: Access and programming is granted Sunday through Saturday within the

dates of the desired Session. Also includes Pre and Post Season access.

TWILIGHT MEMBERSHIP: Reward Program available to those who have been a Full Fam-

ily Member for three or more years. Access is granted to the Beach weekdays 5 p.m. – close

and weekends and holidays, 9 a.m. – close.

EMPTY NESTER INDIVIDUAL/COUPLE

MEMBERSHIP: An individual or couple with no

children as part of their membership. Membership

grants access to only this person or persons. Regular

guest privileges and fees apply.

SENIOR INDIVIDUAL/COUPLE MEMBER-

SHIP: An individual or couple who is 60 years or

older, with no children or grandchildren as part of

their membership. Membership grants access to only

this person or persons. Regular guest privileges and

fees apply.

PRE SEASON/POST SEASON ONLY: Access is granted to a family only during designated

pre/post season dates and hours. This Membership does not include any session activities.

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

Memberships cannot be borrowed, shared, or transferred from one party to another. Viola-

tion of this rule will result in a revocation of Membership.

Membership Beach is for Members and their paid guests. We cannot accommodate day care

of any kind, day camp programs, or similar programs.

There is no charge for use of facilities or any activities offered, other than the Tween &

Teen Program, Guppy Gang, and Birthday Parties/Outings.

MEMBERSHIP INFORMATION

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BEACH GUIDELINES

Please familiarize yourself with the rules listed below. You, your family, and any guests you

may bring are responsible for following the Beach rules. Your cooperation will help us to

provide you with a safe, clean and enjoyable recreation area.

Let’s Go Swimming

Swimming should be enjoyed at Membership Beach in designated, buoyed areas, and only

when a Membership Beach Lifeguard is on duty.

Swimming under the dock is very dangerous and is not permitted.

Flotation devices are allowed only in shallow bins, unless in swim class.

Due to a Board of Health regulation, anyone with open wounds, bandages, diarrhea, or

communicable disease is restricted from swimming.

Please do not use the swimming area for washing children. The restrooms are equipped

with changing facilities.

Please make room for lessons so students can learn to swim with fewer distractions.

All bathers are asked to wear swimsuits. Children in diapers are required to wear plastic

pants over their diapers. Plastic pants are sold in the guard shack.

A Day at the Beach

Parental supervision of all children is required. No child under 16 years of age may be left

at the Beach unattended. Please watch your children attentively whenever they are in the

water and be conscious of their whereabouts at all times.

Please walk on the docks as they can be slippery. Toddlers must be supervised at all times

on the docks and around the water.

For safety reasons, please set up umbrellas and day tents away from the water’s edge.

There is no overnight storage for beach equipment. All personal property is left at the

Beach at your own risk.

Enjoy your music with headphones.

Smoking is allowed only in the designated “smoking area.”

The geese, turtles, snakes and other critters are wild animals. Please do not feed, touch, hurt

or try to catch them.

Food Time

We are a family beach. No alcoholic beverages are allowed.

To keep pesky animals off the sand, food is not allowed on the Beach.

To make sure all patrons can enjoy their meals, please do not reserve a table for future use.

Due to severe food allergies, Peanut-free Zones are designated by red tables.

Please help to keep the Beach clean by throwing

litter in the receptacles provided.

Gone Fishin’

Please fish in designated fishing area or in row

boats and canoes. Please do not fish from the

docks or ramps.

“Catch and Release” is the Hale way!

Children should not have knives in tackle boxes,

please.

Thanks for your consideration!

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BOATING GUIDELINES

All persons using the boats must wear life jackets for the entire time they are in the

boat. Life jackets must be the appropriate size and be fastened. If you need assistance

with sizing, please do not hesitate to ask a lifeguard.

Due to various intrusive algae that can be carried on boats, boating

is permitted only in boats owned and maintained by Hale.

Please remain 100 feet from buoy lines that are established as the

safety limits of the swimming area.

Boaters must not beach and exit boat outside of the Membership

Beach boating area, except in an emergency.

All boats must return immediately to the Beach at the first sign of

thunder, lightning or at the sound of three whistles. In these situa-

tions, you may dock outside of boating area, or on another shore.

Boat restrictions may apply in high wind.

The dragging of arms and legs overboard or swimming from the boat can result in injury.

Boaters must not stand in, jump out of, rock the boats, or attempt to ram other boats.

If a boat tips over, stay with the boat. Move to the Beach side of the boat and signal for

help.

Only Members on the sailing list may use the sailboats. Speak to boating instructors about

how to get on the list. Sailors must completely rig and de-rig the boat.

Please leave the boat tidy for the next user.

All boats must be returned to the Beach 30 minutes before the Beach closes.

On busy days, please be considerate of others by limiting your boating usage.

Adults over 18 may take a child of any age boating. The adult is responsible for the child.

Stand Up Paddleboards (SUPs):

SUPs must stay within sight of the Beach.

If you find you cannot make it back due to wind, place paddle on the board, lay down on

your stomach and use arms to make it back to shore.

Children under 8 years old must be accompanied by an adult.

USE OF BOATS BY CHILDREN

For a child to take out a boat on his/her own, the child must have parental permission, plus

pass the Deep End Test for some boats (see page 7).

Children under the age of 13 are not permitted to take out the sailboats without supervision.

The pond is big and some coves are hidden. Parents are advised to set clear boundaries.

Type of Boat # of Passengers Requirements

Canoe 3 N/A

Row Boat 5 N/A

SUP 2 Deep End Test

Kayak 1 Deep End Test

Double Kayak 2 Deep End Test

Sail Boat 4 (2 adults max.) DET & Sailing List

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WATER TRAMPOLINE GUIDELINES

The Water Trampoline is one of the most popular activities at the Beach for those Members

who have passed the Deep End Test (see below for DET details). Please note the following

guidelines:

All persons using the water trampoline must wear life jackets. Life jackets must be the

appropriate size and be fastened. If you need assistance with sizing, please do not hesi-

tate to ask a lifeguard.*

In rough surface water conditions, during storms, or when there is lightning, staff may tem-

porarily close the trampoline.*

Only 8 people are allowed in the water

trampoline roped off area at a time.

The water trampoline is not recommended for

children under 6 years of age.*

To prevent fatigue and ensure everyone enjoys

the fun, a limit of 20 minutes for every 2 hours is

imposed on all jumpers.

Each person may only sign up herself and one

other person on the sign-up sheet. First and last

names are required.

Always enter the water feet first.*

Do not attempt flips, somersaults or other acrobatic maneuvers from the water trampoline.*

The water trampoline should never be used under the influence of alcohol or drugs.*

Never swim or play under or around the water trampoline attachments.*

Inappropriate behavior will result in loss of water trampoline time.

During the week, sign-up sheets for 2 hour blocks go up on the bulletin at 9:50 a.m., 2:50

p.m., 4:50 p.m. On weekends, the sheets go up upon request.

The water trampoline roped off area will close one hour before the Beach closes.

When it is your turn:

Please put on a lifejacket, and go to the dock near the trampoline. A lifeguard will supervise

the switch over.

*Rules of Rave Sports, the manufacturer of Hale’s water trampoline.

DEEP END TEST

Children 12 and under must take the DET to go on the water trampoline, kayaks, stand up

paddleboards, and sailboats.

To pass the DET, children must:

Jump into deep water.

Swim 4 lengths of front crawl (with face in the water, demonstrating side breathing

and endurance) without stopping or touching the side except to correct alignment.

Tread water for 2 minutes.

Any Hale lifeguard may administer the test.

Those who pass will receive a wrist band that they must wear when participating in any

activity requiring DET and will be added to a list for future reference.

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Throughout the summer, Membership Beach

hosts weekly family events including a Luau,

Hoe Down and Fun Triathlon. Check out our

website for dates and times for all of these fun

family events.

CAMPFIRES

Come spend a relaxing evening at the Beach!

We provide the S’mores, and either a sing-a-long

or night hike.

Sing-A-Long: A member of the staff will lead us

in songs around the campfire.

Night Hike: A nature specialist will lead us and

we will explore our environment in the dark.

Sneakers are required. Flashlights are not needed. Some Members may prefer to relax and enjoy

the fire.

CAMPING OVERNIGHTS

Spend the night with your family on the soft sands of Membership Beach. Tents may be set up

on the Beach after 7:00 p.m. on the Saturday evening. We will provide an evening program in-

cluding a campfire, marshmallow roast and sing-a-long. A quiet time from 11:00 p.m. to 7:00

a.m. should be observed. The water opens at 7:00 a.m. for campers when the opening lifeguard

arrives. Please disassemble tents by 9:00 a.m. The overnights are limited to 30 families. This is

for Family Members only, no guests please.

SENIOR CITIZEN COOKOUTS

We invite our Senior Members to come together and share a

cookout at the Beach. We look forward to sharing good food

and stories. One of our staff members will don an apron and

prepare the food for our Members. Invitations will be mailed

to all our seniors. Hamburgers, hotdogs, chips and soda are

provided. Please bring your own chair.

MOVIE NIGHTS

Members can enjoy the big screen overlooking the pictur-

esque shores of Noanet Pond. These movie nights start at sundown every other Thursday during

sessions.

ADULT NIGHTS/SOIREES Round table discussions will center around connecting with other adults about the ins and outs

of parenting children of all ages. After that, the fun begins! Kick off your flip flops and enjoy a

kids free evening with other Membership Beach parents. Light appetizers will be served and

this event is BYOB.

SPECIAL SUMMER EVENTS

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SWIMMING LESSON INFORMATION

Hale Reservation offers the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety Program. The

objective of the program is to teach people to swim and to be safe in, on, and around the water.

The skills taught in the Learn-To-Swim program include water entry and exit, breath control

and underwater swimming, buoyancy, changing direction and position, treading, swimming on

front, back and side, general and personal water safety, and helping others. Children must be

at least 3 years old and prove to be independent from parents.

American Red Cross Class Descriptions Please read the following course descriptions thoroughly when deciding where to place your

child.

Level 1

Introduction to Water Skills

Purpose: To help students feel comfortable in the water

and to enjoy the water safely.

The course includes: Adjusting in water, floating on front

and back supported, blowing bubbles, kicking, swimming

on front and back while supported 2 yards, and safety

skills. The child must be at least 3 years old to enroll and

be comfortable in the water.

Level 2

Fundamental Aquatic Skills

Purpose: To provide students with opportunities for suc-

cess with fundamental skills.

The course includes: Entering water independently by

jumping or stepping from the side, floating on front and

back 5 seconds, gliding on front and back 3 yards, swim-

ming on front and back unsupported 5 yards, and safety

skills.

Level 3

Stroke Development

Purpose: To build on the skills in Level 2 by providing additional guided practice.

The course includes: Jumping into deep water, demonstrating rotary breathing on front 5 times,

front crawl 15 yards, back crawl 15 yards, butterfly kick and body motion 5 yards, treading wa-

ter, and safety skills. Level 3 is taught in deep water.

The child must be comfortable in deep water.

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Level 4

Stroke Improvement

Purpose: To build student confidence and performance of the strokes learned in Level 3 by

providing additional guided practice. This course includes: Diving, swimming underwater,

front crawl 25 yards, back crawl 25 yards, butterfly 15 yards, breaststroke 15 yards, elementary

backstroke 15 yards, treading water 1 minute, and safety and rescue skills.

Level 5

Skill Refinement

Purpose: To build on the skill in Level 4 by providing additional

guided practice. The course includes: Diving, front crawl 50 yards,

back crawl 50 yards, butterfly 25 yards, breaststroke 25 yards, ele-

mentary backstroke 25 yards, sidestroke 25 yards, and safety and

rescue skills.

Level 6

Swimming and Skill Proficiency

Purpose: To refine strokes so that students swim with more ease,

efficiency, power and smoothness over greater distances.

The course includes: Diving, front crawl 100 yards, back crawl 100

yards, butterfly 50 yards, elementary backstroke 50 yards, breast-

stroke 50 yards, sidestroke 50 yards, turns for each stroke, and in

depth safety and rescue skills.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

During the first day of class, the instructor will evaluate to make sure the child is in the appro-

priate level. The final testing for each session will be done on the last Friday of the session. For

a child to improve, it is recommended that they attend as many lessons as possible. Levels 5 and

6 may be taught together if numbers are low at certain times.

When a swim participant has successfully completed an American Red Cross Swim Level, he/

she will receive an American Red Cross card. It is important to keep this card with your rec-

ords. This card will be needed to register for other swimming programs outside of Hale.

REGISTRATION:

To register for swimming lessons, please fill out a Swimming Registration Form found on our

website or at the Guard Shack. Simply place the completed form in the appropriate box at the

Guard Shack any time the week before lessons begin. You may also sign up an hour before the

lesson you wish to take, on the first day of the session. As all levels of classes are offered at all

times, numbers will be restricted to maintain class size, however, all children are guaranteed

one swimming lesson per session. Following Day 2 of each session, however, additions to the

appropriate level and age group can only be made if space allows.

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BOATING LESSON INFORMATION

Ca-rowing: Class size varies. Each instructor can take up to 5 children. The child must be at

least 7 years old and in Level 3 or above. Children will learn how to canoe and row with proper

technique, as well as learn what to do if they lose a paddle or the boat tips over.*

Sailing Lessons: Due to popularity, numbers are restrict-

ed by the availability of boats and instructors. Class size

varies 4 - 12, depending on instructors’ availability. Each

instructor can take 4 children only. The child must be at

least 8 years old and be in swimming Level 5 or above. A

commitment to classes is required. A swim test is re-

quired to take part in the class.*

Advanced Sailing: Children can reserve a Sunfish to use

on their own for the hour once they have permission from

the instructor. They can partake in all Sailing Lesson

activities, however, they will be unaccompanied by an instructor.*

Boating Adventures: Class Size varies depending on number of instructors available. First

come, first served. Children will explore Noanet Pond while being introduced to basic rowing

and canoeing skills. No sign-ups required.

Kayaking: This is not a formal class, but rather a time for children to learn to use the kayaks

and play games with supervision. No sign-ups are required. Kayaking is on a first come, first

served basis and numbers are restricted to the number of kayaks available.

Adult Sailing Lessons: Classes are

offered weekdays at 5 p.m. Please

speak to the Director or the Head

Boating Instructor to register.

Babysitting will be offered with the

program.

Stand-Up Paddleboards: Please see

boating rules and regulations for spe-

cific rules regarding SUPs. There is

no formal class for these crafts.

*Sign-ups take place on the first day of each session, an hour before the desired class.

These classes are very popular and are restricted in size based on the number of boats and

the number of instructors.

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Specific days and times of all activities can be found on the one page Daily Schedule.

PRIVATE SWIMMING LESSONS

20 minute private swimming lessons are offered to Members who would like some individual

attention. Numbers are restricted. Each child may sign up for one slot per session. Sign-up on

the back of the bulletin board, on the first day of each session, one hour before your de-

sired time. You may also check at 12 noon or 3 p.m. each day, to see if there have been any

cancellations or no shows. Spare slots will be filled on a first come, first served basis.

LEVEL SIX AND A HALF SWIMMING LESSONS For children who have passed all the American Red Cross levels

but still want to continue working on their strokes and stamina.

GAMES

Organized games for all to enjoy. May be played in the water, in

the sand or up in the field depending on age and ability.

STORY TIME/GAMES

Time for the young ones to listen to a story or two, sitting on their towels, under a shady tree.

Adults should accompany and remain with young children. Games for the young ones will fol-

low story time.

SPORTS CAMP

Each week, an instructor will take the kids ages 6 & up through the rules and techniques of

sports ranging from Ultimate Frisbee to Touch Football. On Friday, they will have a final game

to show off the skills they learned that week.

TOT TIME

A time specially set aside for tots, ages 2 to 4, to play games together on the beach, and then

have fun in the water learning basic swimming readiness skills.

ADULT & CHILDREN’S YOGA Begin your day with a refreshing yoga class. The class allows for a mindful, slow, flowing se-

quence of poses, deep breathing, and relaxation, and allows the body to let go, the mind to calm

and energy to flow. Babysitting is offered for adult yoga.

AQUA AEROBICS

A great, well rounded class for cardiovascular

conditioning, strength and flexibility. This class

is offered Monday through Thursday in con-

junction with babysitting.

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ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS

Closed toe shoes are recommended for this program. No sign-ups are required. All nature

programs meet near the guard shack.

Nature Nuts I

Pre-school children are naturally ‘nuts’ about nature. To

foster this interest, our nature specialist offers this pro-

gram exploring the Beach and beyond. Emphasis is

placed on using the five senses to ask questions and dis-

cover the natural wonders of the outdoors. It’s also a

great, safe way for kids ages 3-5 to learn their way

around Membership Beach.

Nature Nuts II

The older Nature Nuts program is for kids ages 6-10, and is intended to foster a respect and ap-

preciation for the environment using hands-on activities, observations and trail games. Most

days will involve a challenging hike or activity.

Nature Explorers

Children of all ages are welcome. We will hike far and wide to see exciting sites such as Bear

Cave, Coyote Rock, and Renegade Island. It is great fun and parents will love it too!

ARTS AND CRAFTS

1. Children will meet with instructors or volunteers at

the path next to the bulletin board and go up to the

arts and crafts area.

2. The arts and crafts area is off limits when no instruc-

tor is present.

3. Children under the age of four should be accompa-

nied by an adult.

FISHING

Members can fish from rowboats, canoes or the waters edge in the fishing area. No State Fish-

ing License is required. Use of live bait is not allowed. If at all possible, return all fish un-

harmed to the water as we encourage “Catch and Release.” Parent supervision is required at

all times in the fishing area as equipment is sharp and dangerous. We request that children

do not have knives in their tackle boxes and use scissors to cut line. Please be careful when car-

rying the fishing rods at the Beach as hooks catch easily.

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ROPES PROGRAM (Ages 8 and up)

A staff member leads a hike to Hale Day Camp, where spe-

cialized instructors lead the group through a series of high

rope challenges. Children must wear sneakers, shorts

and a shirt. Permission slips must be filled out. Group size

is limited to 12.

This program is weather dependent. If there is heavy rain or

thunder, or the Ropes Program instructors deem the condi-

tions to be unsafe, the program will not run.

ORIENTEERING

A staff member leads a 30 min. hike, where a specialized

instructor will teach children basic compass and map read-

ing skills and lead children on different orienteering adven-

tures. A minimum of 3 participants is required for program

to run. Closed toe shoes are required.

PRIMITIVE LIVING SKILLS

A staff member leads children on a hike to the program, where a specialized instructor will con-

duct activities such as simple survival techniques, shelter building, fire building and more.

Group size is limited to 12 and the program cannot run with fewer than three. Closed toe shoes

are preferred.

ARCHERY (Ages 8 and up)

A staff member leads children on a hike to the program,

where a specialized instructor will teach the group basic

archery skills. Group size is limited to 12. Closed toe shoes

are preferred.

FLOATING CLASSROOM

The Floating Classroom will tour Noanet Pond and give

children a chance for in-depth learning about aquatic envi-

ronments. The pontoon boat is equipped with water quality

monitors and depth detectors. Group size is limited to 10.

Sign-up on the back of the bulletin board

one hour before the class meets at the Guard Shack.

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TWEEN PROGRAM TEEN PROGRAM

For children entering Grades 6, 7 & 8 For children entering Grades 7, 8 & 9

The Tween & Teen Programs are designed to develop leadership skills, facilitate new friend-

ships and allow teens to spend their summer in a rewarding and fun program. The programs run

from 9:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and are limited to 40 teens per session.

REGISTRATION

To register, download the forms from our

website. All forms must be submitted to re-

serve your spot.

Refund Policy: If the child cancels prior to

the Beach opening, a processing fee is non-

refundable. If the child cancels after the

Beach is open, but prior to the enrolled start

date, the entire program fee is non-

refundable unless the spot can be filled from

the waitlist. If a child does not attend for any

reason, the entire fee is non-refundable.

HIGH SCHOOL VOLUNTEER PROGRAM High school students have an opportunity to give back and help out at Membership Beach. Vol-

unteers will be selected to work in several areas around the Beach including directly with the

Tween & Teen Program, Swimming Lessons, and Arts & Crafts. Interested high school stu-

dents must complete the High School Volunteer Program Application Form available online.

GUPPY GANG PRESCHOOL PROGRAM

The Guppy Gang Program is designed to foster friendships and

create a fun and supportive atmosphere at Membership Beach

during Pre Season. This Membership Beach preschool program is

for 4-5 year olds and is a drop off program. Each day has a fun

theme, and your child will partake in an arts & crafts project, sto-

ry time, hike and if the weather cooperates, swimming and boat-

ing.

Please visit www.HaleReservation.org for Teen Program and Guppy Gang registration details and forms.

The Tween & Teen/Guppy Gang Programs comply with the regulations of the Massachusetts Department of

Public Health and are licensed by the Westwood Board of Health.

TEEN & GUPPY GANG PROGRAM

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We hope you enjoy your stay at Membership Beach. Below is a list of additional explana-

tions to commonly broken rules, and commonly asked questions.

Food on the Beach: No food or drink besides water is allowed on the Beach. Small snacks and

boxed drinks are considered food and drink! Food and drink on the Beach encourages wild ani-

mals to come in search of food, and leave a mess. Tables and grills are available in the picnic

area.

Toddlers and Babies: Rubber pants are sold at the Guard Shack to cover water diapers and

bathing suits for little ones who are not yet potty trained. Because they don’t have an elastic

waist, water diapers can leak. Please help us by using these rubber pants on your children.

Every year, this is a major concern for Members. Additionally, please do not change diapers on

the Beach or in the picnic area. Members and staff are very concerned about health issues,

cleanliness and safety. We provide changing facilities in the bathrooms.

Bathrooms: Please supervise young children in the bathrooms. Too often there are “accidents”

in the bathroom while a parent is on the Beach. Please help us by educating your children on

how to be responsible in communal facilities.

Water Control: The pond water is tested every week by Lapuck Laboratories. A few times each

summer, the water is treated for algae growth.

Peanut Free Zone: When facing the water from the Picnic Area, the section to the right of the

path is a Peanut Free Zone. We’ve made this more obvious by painting the tops of the tables

red. Please help enforce this rule for the safety of our members with allergies.

Communication: Emails are sent to keep Members informed about what is going on at the

Beach. If you are not receiving emails, check with the Director to ensure that Hale has your

correct email address. All information about activities is also posted on the bulletin board.

Telephone: If you call the Beach when we are open and get voicemail, it means that somebody

is on the line. It would be best to try again.

Sailboats: We take great care of our sailboats. They are expensive to buy and maintain but are

a great addition to our Beach. Permission is required to use the sailboats. Members must be on

the sailing list to take out the boats. To be added to the list, you must demonstrate your skills to

a boating instructor or the Director. Members must completely rig and de-rig the boat. The life-

guards are not expected to do this and many do not know how to do this. Guests may not take

out the sailboats.

Questions/Problems: If you have a question or suggestion, please speak to the Membership

Beach Director or Asst. Director at the Beach or call them at the Beach. They do not work at

the Main Office in the summer. The Membership Beach Director, Asst. Director, or a Supervi-

sor is always available at the Beach when it is open.

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H A L E R E S E R V AT I O N is a private, non-profit educational organization that manages over 1,137 acres of woodlands, including four ponds and over twenty miles of trails in Westwood and Dover, Massachusetts. Hale is most widely recognized for its summer day camp programs which annually serve over 4,400 children from 70 communities in the Greater Boston area. Hale Reservation also offers a family program, outdoor and environmental education experiences for children and adults, and open space for casual recreational use.The essence of Hale Reservation can be found in Robert Sever Hale’s original desire for the organization he founded in 1918. The current programs and land management practices are the legacy of his wish “to provide education which will develop intelligent, capable and responsible citizens” and to use the land “so long as it is charitable and benevolent in nature.” The goal of today’s programs is to develop intelligent leaders and environmentally educated citizens. We believe that the diversity of the natural environment must be reflected in the diversity of the people who experience Hale Reservation, and we strive to provide programs and opportunities for people of any race, background, religion, or economic status.

Hale Reservation80 Carby StreetWestwood, MA 02090tel (781)326-1770 fax (781)326-0676info@HaleReservation.org www.HaleReservation.org

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