Shelton Parks & Recreation
Shelton Metropolitan Park
District Meeting Schedule for 2010
July 26, 2010 ~ Shelton Civic Center at 1:45 p.m.
September 27, 2010 ~ Shelton Civic Center at 1:45 p.m.
November 29, 2010 ~ Shelton Civic Center at 1:45 p.m.
Contact information:
Shelton Civic Center
525 West Cota Street
360-426-4491
Shelton, WA 98584
Mark Ziegler Parks and Recreation Supervisor
mziegler@ci.shelton.wa.us
360-432-5194
Curt Johnson, Facilities Manager
curt@ci.shelton.wa.us
360-426-9731
Recreation Division
The Parks and Recreation Division is responsible for providing a year round comprehensive recreation program for youth and adults. Activities for all ages and interests are scheduled throughout the year. Recreation program brochures are distributed quarterly in utility billings and at local schools. If you have an idea for a new program or special talent that you would like to teach please contact the recreation department at 432-5194.
Fall and Winter Programs:
Shelton Parks and Recreation’s Summer programs. Pre-registration is required for all programs. Registration forms can be found at the Shelton Civic Center, local schools, library, or on line at www.ci.Shelton.wa.us. More information can be obtained at Shelton Parks and Recreation 432-5194 or mziegler@ci.shelton.wa.us
Let us hear from you How did you like the program? Any new program you would like? Do you have a special talent you would like to share? Give us a call 432-5194.
Refund Policy - 100% before first class - 80% before second class - 50% before third class - None after third class.
$ Scholarship Program $ - Scholarships are available for youth programs. Financial assistance to families is based on income requirments. Please contact the Parks and Recreation Office at 432-5194 to inquire. Funding by TOYS FOR KIDS PLUS
SHELTON PARKS AND RECREATION FALL & WINTER PROGRAMS 2010
Pre-registration is required for all programs
Tuesday Morning Gentle Yoga
Gentle Yoga offered by Melode Brewer, RYT, CES
These sessions are perfect for all levels. If you're interested in Yoga this community class welcomes you. These sessions offer a gentle therapeutic approach, offering adaptations ofmovement to a variety of levels. You don't have to be a pretzel to benefit.
Techniques will be shared to support those with limitations, inflammations, chronic pain and other health challenges. To promote well being on all levels, we will practice the full spectrum of yoga. Breathe, move, relax. Chairs and mats available. Dress in layers, bring a water bottle, and a pillow for your comfort. Questions or concerns email Melode at The_Yoga_Connection@hotmail.co
| Fall Session | 9/7-10/12 |
| Winter Session | 11/2-12/14 no 11/13 class |
| Days: | Tuesdays |
| Times: | 10:00 - 11:15 a.m. |
| Fee: | $72.00 Session/$15.00 drop in per class |
| Site: | Shelton Civic Center |
Instructor: |
Melode Brewer, The Yoga Connection |
T’ai Chi
The gentle and rhythmic movements increase the circulation of blood, stretch the tendons, and tone the muscles. The state of relaxation fostered by T’ai Chi helps balance the nervous system, providing physiological benefits that can be felt by young and old alike.
| Ages: | 16 and over |
| Days: | Tuesdays |
| Dates: | 9/28-12/14 (classes are ongoing) |
| Times: | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm |
| Fee: | $80.00 |
| Site: | Shelton Civic Center |
| Min/max: | 5/20 |
Adult, Child, Infant CPR & First Aid, & AED
This Red Cross course covers first aid for choking, rescue breathing, and CPR for adults/children/ infants, control of bleeding, and care for injuries, sudden illness and burns. Training to operate the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Adult CPR valid for 1 year and First Aid for 3 years. To receive certification, students must successfully complete both written and skills exams. Meets OSHA and WISHA requirements.
| Dates: | 9/29 & 30 |
| Times: | 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. |
| Ages: | All |
| Cost: | $45:00 |
| Site: | Shelton Civic Center |
| Min/Max: | 10/20 |
Holiday Art Cards
Block Printing: Linoleum Cut
Create your holiday card by learning techniques for the relief printmaking process using the flexibility and ease of linoleum. A relief is achieved by carving into the surface using special tools to leave raised images. These images are then inked into and printed wihtout a press to create a dynamic and textured print that can have many layers and colors. Participants have the option of creating a multi-block image or themed cards to exchange with students to complete an edition. Open to both teens and adults. 15-20 cards each.
| Ages: | 14 years and older |
| Days: | Sunday |
| Dates: | November 7th |
| Times: | 1:00-4:00 p.m. |
| Fee: | $35.00* materials included |
| Site: | Shelton Civic Center |
Ceramics
Halloween Candy Dish
Create a unique bowl to hold your goodies.
October 6th - Build Day
October 13th - Glaze Day
Snowman Cookie Jar
Make a cookie jar for your home or a Christmas gift!
November 10th - Build Day
November 17th - Glaze Day
| Ages: | All ages. Under 7 must be with an adult |
Days: |
Wednesdays |
| Times: | 6:30-7:30 p.m. |
| Fee: | $35.00 per person |
| Site: | Shelton Civic Center |
| Instructor: | Glenhelen Smither |
Babysitter Training Course
Course prepares young people for situations that may arise while caring for younger children; covers the many responsibilities and skills required of a safe babysitter, supervision and play with children of various ages, basic child care, basic first aid, safety precautions, accident prevention, and critical emergency action skills.
Ages: 12 and older Dates: 10/23 Times: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Fee: $40.00 Site: Shelton Civic Center Min/Max: 5/10 Instructor: Red Cross
Shelton Youth Basketball League
For boys and girls in the second through seventh grades. Four Saturdays of skills, fundamentals and team practices followed by six games on Saturdays. Instruction and officiating by Highclimber players and coaches, including Mark Jensen. Registration deadline is November 13th.
Team assignment and schedules available December 4th.
Parent volunteers are needed to coach.
| Ages: | 2nd - 7th grades |
| Fee: | $55.00 one participant $50.00 each more than one participant $65.00 after November 13th |
| Dates: | November 13 & 20 and December 4th -Clinics |
| Days: | Saturdays |
| Times: | 2nd & 3rd Grades 9:00 a.m- 10:00a.m. |
| Girls Site: | Oakland Bay Junior High |
| Boys Site: | SHS Minidome |
Junior Spirit Winter Cheerleading Camp
The Highclimber Cheer Staff will instruct young people in cheers, chants, techniques and basic stunts. The program will culminate with a performance at a Highclimber basketball game.
| Ages: | 5-14 years old |
| Dates: | November 15-19 |
| Times: | 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. |
| Fee: | $40.00 includes camp T-Shirt |
| Site: | SHS Minidome |
Kids Create
A theater class that is specifically designed to present children's productions, in where the youth enfrolled in the class run the technical (designing the set, costumes, makeup, lights, and props, as well as stage managing) and performance aspects of the production.
While part of this class, students will learn about the written art form of plays, stage design techniques, acting, improvision, choreography, singing for the stage, stage combat, etc. The students will also have the chance to participate in auditions for roles, theater games, field trips to various performance venues, workshops on theater techniques, creating their own designs for vaired theatrical art forms, and performing in a play at the end of the class. Possible plays: Once on this Island, Annie, Secret Garden, Charlotte's Web.
| Ages: | 6-18 |
Days: |
Monday, Wednesday, Friday |
| Dates: | October 18 - January 14 |
| Times: | 4:00 -6:00 p.m. |
| Fee: | $120.00 |
| Site: | Shelton Civic Center |
| Min/Max: | 10/40 |
| Instructors: | Sarah Beauvais and Sheena Bergeron |
SHUCK N RUN 5K
Saturday, October 2, 2010
8:00 A.M.
Shelton High SchoolFor registration or more information contact:
John at 360-432-9318 or
shuck-n-run@hotmail.com
Pre-registration is required for all programs.
- Minimum participation numbers are required for all programs to run.
- Registration for certain programs will end when maximum number is met.
- Registration is on a first-come first-serve basis.
- Full payment must be recieved in order to register for a program.
- Register at: Shelton Civic Center, 525 West Cota Street.
Shelton Parks & Recreation
Shelton Civic Center
525 West Cota St
Shelton, WA 98584
360-432-5194
For Information on the Shelton High School swimming pool please visit their website at www.SheltonSchools.org
Parks Division
Parks and Recreation Advisory Commitee - On February 2, 2009 the Shelton City Commission approved the formation of a parks and recreation advisory committee. The committee consists of five members serving three year terms each. Committee members are: John Arrant, Andrea Buser, Brian Clevenger, Mike Hovind, and Rick McGuffy.
The committee meets every second Tuesday of the month at 5:30pm in the Shelton Civic Center.
The parks and recreation advisory committee shall have the following powers and duties:
A. To make recommendations to the city commission concerning the future park, playground and other recreation resources of the city through the planning and development of a parks capital improvement plan;
B. To recommend updates of the comprehensive park plan to comply with the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office grant in aid programs;
C. To make recommendations to the city commission regarding planning and development of public recreational facilities and programs;
D. To cooperate with any departments and advisory bodies of the city and with public school authorities, Mason County, the State of Washington, other cities and public and private entities in the furtherance of a well rounded parks and recreation program;
E. To make recommendations to the city commission on rules and regulations regarding use of city recreational facilities to best serve the interests of the public;
F. To serve as liaison between citizens and the city commission on parks and recreation related matters;
G. To make recommendations to the city commission regarding any matters affecting parks and recreation programs;
H. If requested by the city commission or city administrator, to provide advice regarding the employment of parks and recreation personnel;
I. To carry out other parks and recreation related subjects assigned by the city commission or by ordinance.
CITY OF SHELTON PARKS AND RECREATION
PARKS AND RECREATION FACILITIES INFORMATION
| PARK | ACRES | AMENITIES | ADDRESS |
| Brewer Park | 0.3 | Picnic tables, mature vegetation | 220 W. Franklin |
| Callanan Park | 6.9 | Ball field, play equipment, restroom, natural area, basketball court | 400 W. E Street |
| City Park | 1.75 | Undeveloped site | Northcliff Rd. |
| Huff n Puff Trail | 5.0 | 2 mile jogging trail on watershed | 3600 Shelton Springs Rd |
| Johnson Park | 0.5 | Basketball court, mature trees | 325 E. Poplar |
| Kneeland Park | 3.9 | Large play structure, picnic areas, restroom, horseshoes, open play area, landscaping | 100 Turner Ave. |
| Loop Field | 4.0 | Ball field, athletic field, play structure, restroom, picnic shelter | 1020 W. Franklin |
| Overlook Park | 1.03 | Historic marker overlooking downtown & mills | 1200 Olympic Hwy S. |
| Pine St. Ramp | 0.4 | Unimproved boat launch site on Oakland Bay | |
| Sixth St. Park | .14 | Picnic shelter, barbecues, creek | 330 S. 6th St. |
PARK RESERVATIONS
Ballfield and picnic shelters are available for rental at Callanan Park, Kneeland Park, and Loop Field. Please call the recreation office at 432-5194 to check availability and fees.GREAT FOR: MEETINGS, BIRTHDAYS, FAMILY REUNIONS
CIVIC CENTER
The Shelton Civic Center Community Use Space is available for rental by individuals and groups. The Civic Center has over 9,000 square feet of dedicated space for various functions available weekdays, evenings, and weekends. Private meeting rooms can house the smallest business meeting or the main room will host a formal wedding reception for over 300 participants.
Civic Center Rental Policy (PDF)
Civic Center Rental Application (PDF)
FACILITIES
The Facilities Maintenance Division is responsible for maintaining all city owned structures inside and out. The division ensures facilities are safe and clean for the public and city staff. Long-term and preventative maintenance by the division also ensures a longer life facility. Facilities include the Shelton Civic Center, William G Reed Library, Mason County Historical Museum, City of Shelton Animal Shelter, Shelton Fire Department and Park Buildings.
ARTS
The Shelton Arts Commission was established in 1990 to encourage, conduct, sponsor or co-sponsor public programs to further the development and public awareness of, and interest in the fine and performing arts. The Arts Commission consists of five volunteer community members appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by a vote of the City Commission. The current members are; Betty Brinkman, Elinor Lindquist, Lori Heinzen, Charlotte Bales, and Stan Yantis.
The Commission meets every third Tuedsay of each month in the Shelton Civic Center at 6:00 p.m.
Past projects sponsored by the Shelton Arts Commission include: Shelton Arts Festival, Empty Bowls, Shelton Art Walk, Mason County Title Building Mural, and Olympic College Sculpture “Journey.”
For more information please contact the arts commission at 426-9731
Need to talk to someone as soon as possible? Question about City utilities or projects? Call our Information Hotline - (360) 432-5103