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PARKS AND RECREATION www.marioncountyfl.org/parks

DD DDDDDD UPCOMING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Some programs require yo11 to pre-register. We ask tlzat you pre-register/or programs by visiting

the Forest Community Ce11ter (777 S. CR 314A, Ocklawaha, FL 32179), calling 352 438-2840, or e11zaili11g ForestComnzunityCenter@marioncountyfl.org.

·f.\ CLOGGING CLASS i j I (Beginner & Intermediate) • ·~ Second Saturday of each month ~Beginner Class 1-2 p.m. I Intermediate Class 2:30·4 p.m. :Jl Clogging lessons for all ages! Clogging is fun and _J great exercise! Beginner lessons for those wanting to -~ learn the basics and intermediate lessons for those =:J wanting to further develop skills. Glasses are FREE. 7 EXERISE FITNESS CLASS 0 Wednesday and Friday I 6 p.m. /~ Want to get fit or have compan)< while getting into , <J shape? Join our Forest Fitness Angels for a full body

PINE NEEDLES QUILT CLUB Thursday I 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. If you like to quilt. stitch or do needlepoint or want to learn, you're wekome to join the Pine Needles Quilt Club on TI1ursdaYS. Herc vou and others can

SCOOBY DOO'S BIRTHDAY BASH Saturday, September 17th /11-1 p.m. Come celebrate Scooby Doo's birthda)' with us. Join in the fun with "Pin the Sandwich on Scooby Doo", Ghosts and Spooks, Mummy \-\Trap. and "Scooby Do where are

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STRETCHING CLASS ,-- I Friday I Oct. 20 I Nov. 18 I October-April I 4-7 p.m. Tuesda~ I 1~ a.m. . . ~ J A popular monthly event put on by the Forest COPS Stretchmg 1s the firs_t step to11·ar~ s physical exercise l~J group and held the third Friday of the month. and goo~ health. jo.111 Jane Kautm~n each wee~ as ('() 'j Donation $6 per person.

she provides you 11·1th the tools ot proper physical ,..--:i' FOREST COMMUNITY YARD SALE stretching towards better health. Program is FREE. Lfi~1 F' tS t d fth th/8 _12 1rs a ur ay o e mon a.m. p.m.

work out. The work nuts arc modified for those with limitations. This is a fun class to get your heart rate up and keep you mO\·ing. Bring your workout mat. water bottle and a towel to get you started. Classes are FREE. r ~ F. t dTh' dW d d , 6_7.30 tiy\ The Forest Commumty Center hosts a monthly ~

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FIREWISE COMMUNITY WORKSHOP SERIES Tuesday I Sept. 13 I Oct. 11I3-4 p.m. Our FireWise Community \Vorkshops provide residents valuable information on how it's important to preserve the forest lifestyle. Learn who can help, how to do it and ll'hat the benefits arc in lil'ing in the forest and how to be safe from local wildfires. Bring your friends and neighbors to learn about making your community FirevVise safe. Refreshments will be served. Program is FREE.

FOREST JAM Thursday I 6-8:30 p.m. Musicians of all levels are wekome to join in each Thursday for an evening of strumming, drumming and pi.:kin'. Those interested are also wckomc to host an evening session. Bring your musical instrument (or two) and settle in for a night of playing among old and new friends. Tables and chairs are set up each week for the public to enjoy the music. Program is FREE.

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~ F~N FRIDAY (Ages 6·13) j ~ must pre-register at the Forest Community Center.

Friday I 5-~ p.m. : S TRUNK OR TREAT join our lricndly staff for an e\'Cl1ing of indoor and r "l Saturday I October 29 I 4-7 p.m. v outdoor games: a1:ts & crafts and game room fun! I ru I Come join us for an evening of Halloween fun! P10gram SI pe1 cluld. m Activities will include a variety of spook-tastic

MARTIAL ARTS .~J games. music and plenty of candy. Local businesses FOR YOUTH AND ADULTS and various \tolunteers will be on hand to make it a

Tuesday and Thursday I 5-7:30 p.m. Certified instrnctor will \\'Ork with youth and adults in developing their mind. body and spirit through the martial arts. Interested persons should .:onta.:t the Forest Community Cen er to check on available times. i'vlonthly fee SIO per person. (Additional fees apply for uniform and certifications.)

PIZZA, POPCORN and MOVIE NIGHT (Ages 6 on up)

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~ COMMUNITY TECHNICAL 1 - "" & ADULT EDUCATION

~ Thursday 9am·12p.m.I12:30- 2:30 p.m. I Mr. Marty

~ {352) 516-9665

~ GRANNY BERT'S CLOTHES CLOSET r No clothes closet in September 8 First Saturday of the Month/ 9 a.m.-1 p.m.

LINE DANCE LESSONS FOR ADULTS AND TEENS (Beginner & Intermediate) Wednesday I 6-8 p.m.

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Beginner Line Dance lessons for those wanting to learn the basics to get you started. Lessons will be offered on vVednesday nights starting at 6 p.m. Donation fee taken at the door.

Come one, .:ome all for a family movie night or leave your children with our friendly staff to enjoy dinner and a moYie 1\'ith us. Pre-registration fee is $5/ per person. Program runs from 6-8 p.m.

~;~::;~OOKERS • -~ Second Saturday I 11 a.m-5 p.m, I Marty Hartman l::) (352) 208-2243 ..

OTFIER COUNTY RECREATION PROGRAMS AVAlt;ABl!E o ~'o Tlie programs below are limited i11 size - PRE-REGISTRATION AND PAYMENT (IF APPLICABLE) IS REQUIRED FOR ALL PROGRAMS.

Register for county recreation programs by goi11g onli11e at www.MarionCountyFL.org/Parks or call 352-671-8560 for i11formation.

riJ'v ADULT CO·ED SOFTBALL , · AT WRIGLEY FIELDS

l Monday/ 6:30 p.m. /Starting September 12th . ~ Players may pre-register online staning September 12th. !;_ri Pick up play will be on September 12, I 9 and 26. Players may

register at field during this time. League games get undcn,·ar ' __ October 3rd. League limited to eight teams (maximum of IS ~ players per team). Register ~s a team or as an indil'idual player. ~ Players must he Ii years ot age and older. Fee is S25/player.

~- ARCHERY 101 , Wednesday/ 6 p.m. ' Session I -September 7-28 /Session II-October 5-26

Session 111- November 2-23 : A beginner archery program for adults shooting under the

lights at Brick City Adventure Park. Session t~e: 520/month/ person {4 classes).

ARCHERY - INTERMEDIATE Thursday/ 6 p.m. Session 1- September 8-29 /Session 11- October 6-27 I Session Ill- November 3-30 (final class on Wednesday 11/30) An intermediate archery program for adults shooting under the lights at Brick City Ad\·enture P.Jrk. Our catitied instructors will focus on expanding upon the fondamcntals of shooting and incorporate excrdses designed to impro\'e shooting form and technique. Students must attend Archery IOI before signing up for this program. Session ice: 540/ month/person (4 classes).

BASIC WILD CAVING EXPERIENCE AT BRICK CITY ADVENTURE PARK Saturday/ 9 a.m. /September 17th I October 15th An excellent beginner program for participants, ages 8 to adult, who would like to explore an unimproved wild .:a\·e. Requires strenuous physical acth•ity that includes climbing, crawling on hands and knees, and belly crawling on rocky surfaces in tight spaces. Participants should wear long pants, sturdy footwear and gloYcs. Ca\ing gear pro\idcd. Fee is 540/person.

ECO TRAM TOURS Carney Island I November 1 Oth Sunnyhill /December 8th Tour nature trails where local \\ildlife reside while riding on our accessible tram that can accommodate people with disabilities. Plea.<e a,Mse staff of spedal accommodation requests at the time of registration. Some locations may require park entry tee as well. Tour time: 9 a.m. Fee: 510/person.

EXPLORE MARION COUNTY -INTERPRETIVE NATURE WALKS Tuesdays I September 6- Land Bridge I September 20-Sinkhole Trail I October 4- Marshall Swamp I October 18-Blue Run I November 8- Silver River I November 22-Carney Island Adult participants should be in good health and able to leisurely walk with rest stops for up to 2-3 hours. Group meets at 8:30 a.m. at Brick City Adventure Park to travel to walk location, or you can meet at the designated park. Fee is $2/person. Transponation is available but van space is limited to 10 people and must be requested upon sign-up.

KAYAK 101 AT CARNEY ISLAND October 1 /December 3 Introductory kayak program that provides bask instruction to the ine.,1>erienced paddler. Equipment provided. Program fee SIS/person. plus the park entrance ice. Class meets at 9:30 a.m.

KAYAK AND KOFFEE® Rainbow River (KP Hole Park•) - Thursdays I September 8 / October 6 /November 3 Silver River (Silver Springs)-Thursdays I September 22 / October 20INovember17 \\'eekdar outings on the Rainbow and Silver Rh·ers, ideal for beginners and those interested in nature and wildlifo­vicwing. Equipment prO\ided. Fee is 530 plus park user

tee which varies by site. Fee includes equipment and refreshments following the outing. Paddlers will meet at 9:30 a.m. al launch site.

KAYAK I PADDLEBOARD OUTING Crystal River (Fort Island) I September 10- Kayak Only Chassahowitzka I October 8- (intermediate paddle) Kayak Only Silver River (Silver Springs) I October 29 - Kayak Santa Fe River I November 5- Kayak Only Ray Wayside to Gores I November 29 - Kayak Only Kayak outings for the experienced paddler. Participants are to meet at Brick City Ad\·enture Park at 8:30 a.111. Fee is S40/person plus the park user fee. Equipment and shuttle provided. Pre-registration required.

MARTIAL ARTS FOR YOUTH AND ADULTS Mondays & Wednesdays/ 5:30-7:30 p.m. (no class Sept. 5th) Certified instructor will work ,,·ith y<mth and adults in developing their mind, body and spirit through the martial ans. Interested persons should contact the Parks and Recreation Office to check on m·ailablc Limes. llfonthh· fee 570 per person, onsite registration onlr. (Additional ices may apply for uniforms and certifications)

MOONLIGHT PADDLE Rainbow River (KP Hole• Park) September 17 I October 15/November12 Paddle the Rainbow Rh·er under the light of the moon. Launch from KP Hole< and paddle to the head springs. Equipment pro\•ided. Fee 535/person (equipment pro\•ided) or S20/person using your own equipment. launch \\ill vary based on moonlight schedule.

OFF ROAD BIKING 101 Santos Bike Trail September 24 /October 30 I November 12 Come join us as our staff teaches \"OU the basics oi mountain biking ~nd guides you through som~ oi the most beautiful biking trails in Florida. Meet at Santos trail at 8:30 am. All equipment is provided for a fee of 540/person. Indudes bike and helmeL Fee is 520 if you b1ing your own off-wJd bike and hclmcL These lees indude a free basic equipment .:heck (tire pressure. tighten loose fittings. ;md address any safety concerns).

PADDLEBOARD 101 AT CARNEY ISLAND September 3rd Introductory Paddleboard program that prO\ides basic instruction to the inexperienced paddler. Equipment pro~ided. Program iee S 15/person. plus the park entrance ice. Class meets at 9:30 a.m.

PARENTS NIGHT OUT (Ages 6·13) Brick City Adventure Park/ 5-9 p.m. Sept.23/0ct.14/Nov.18 Join our friendly staff for an cwning of indoor and outdoor games, ms & crafts and game room fun! Snacks and drinks are pro•ided. Progran1 515 per child.

MARION COUNTY SENIOR SOFTBALL (Winter League) Men 55 and up I Women 50 and up Ralph Russell Park Monday I Wednesday I Friday Interested in getting back into the swing of it ... bat swing. that is. Fee 525/playcr per season. New players welcome and may sign up in mid-season. Games start at 9 a.m. Friday Only Play also available. Spring league currently underway. Call 3S2-671-8560 for more information.

YOGA Tuesdays/ 6-7 p.m. /Brick City Adventure Park Come join us for a relaxing session of Yoga cveq• Tuesday night at Brick City. Our certified instructor will make you foci comfortable no matter your le\·el of e.xperience. Participants need to supply their own mats. towels and water. Program fee SIS/person per dass or sign up for the month for S50.

ARCHERY 101/Ages10·16 !=; Wednesday/ 4 p.m. ~ Session I- September 7-28 /Session II -October 5-26 :=J Session Ill- November 2-23

~ A beginner archery program for youth. Meets at Brick City

- Adventure Park. Session fee: $20/month/person (4 classes).

ARCHERY- INTERMEDIATE I Ages 10·16

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Thursday/ 4 p.m. Q Session I - September 8-29 /Session II - October 6- 27 I

Session Ill- November 3-30 (final class on Wednesday 11/30) ~"l An intermediate archerr program for youth shooting V under the lights at nrick City AdYcnture P.Jrk. Our certified

instructors 1\ill fo.:us on e.xpanding upon the fundamentals of shooting and incorporate exercises designed to impro\'C shooting fom1 and technique. Students must attend Archery I 0 I before signing up for this program. Session foe: 540/ month/person ( 4 classes).

HOME·SCHOOL ART PROGRAM Brick City Adventure Park I Sept.·May Wednesday/Ages 5-9/ 9 a.m. Wednesday/Ages 10-15/10:15 On-going home school art program for youth ages 5-15 years old meets each Wednesday. No program on school holidays. Class is limited to 25 students. i\lonthly tee 520/child.

HOME-SCHOOL PHYSICAL EDUCATION AND RECREATION CLUB Brick City Adventure Park I Sept.-May Wednesday I Ages 10-15 / 9 a.m. Wednesday /Ages 5-9/10:15 a.m. Our "HPER Club" encourages teamwork, strategy and fair play. No program on school holidays. Fee is $12/month per child.

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\IM FAMILY CAMPOUT Saturday 2p.m.-Sunday11 a.m. /November 19-20 rfl l Olfers an enjoyable outdoor recreation experience for the

LJ entire family. Activities include fishing instrnction, boating 11 safety, kayaking. camping basics, and night fishing. Children I .! must be at least 8 years old. Fee is SiO fora family of four and CJ SIS for each additional familr member. Fee includes tents/ D camping equipment. meals ~nd snacks. Participants must R provide their own sleeping bags and personal items.

~OWL·WEEN Saturday I Oct. 22 /Carney Island Learn all about owls and other raptor birds at our annual

<l l 01d-Ween program suited lor the entire famil)'. The Avian it't! Reconditioning Center will presem and talk about several I ' I of tl1eir resident raptors during their presentation slatting at -- 4 p.m. Sec owls, hawks and other raptors up close. The program

also includes a craft activity for the youngsters, cm-tram rides at 3 p.m. and 5 p.m. (for those that arrh·e early/ space limited), and refreshments. Fee is $3/pcrson plus park entrance fee.

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SEARCH, REGISTER and PAY for Marion County Parks a11d Recre11tio11 programs

2417 from any device connected to the internet at www.1Wario11Cor111tyFL.org/Parks. For more

i11formation, please co11tact Marion County Parks and Recreation at 352-671-8560 or email

parks@111ario11co1111tyfl.org.

~OOP~«%JQJl111lliW'4'4Gr?B t&; #Lld4-P~=t&illl@iimQll a.;. Marion County Parks and Recreation reserves the right at any time to adjust dates, prices, and locations for all programs, rentals and memberships as considered necessary.