Department Hours of Operation: 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.



"Our goal is to enhance the physical and mental well being of all citizens of Caroline County."

Donnell Howard
Director of Recreation

17202 Richmond Turnpike
PO Box 447
Bowling Green, VA 22427
(804) 633-7277
(804) 633-4136 fax

Donnell Howard

Sports Programmer Stephanie Mosby E-Mail!
Recreation Activities Coordinator Sonya Lewis E-Mail!

Click here for directions to the Parks and Recreation Office

ANNOUNCEMENT BOARD

2010 Summer Exploration Day Camp
Instructional Activities
The Learn & Play Center
Tickets to the Show
The Ticket Booth
Youth Sports
Adult Sports
The Senior Corner
Special Events
Registration and Waiver Form


CAROLINE PARKS AND RECREATION
PROGRAM POLICIES
All of our programs have set deadlines to allow us ample time to plan. Please help us by registering by the deadline.
  • Late registrations are accepted only when there are openings.
  • We reserve the right to cancel a program if numbers are not sufficient.
  • Refunds are automatic when a program is canceled.
  • We reserve the right to establish minimum and maximum enrollments for programs.
  • Registration is accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.

Caroline Parks & Rec. will issue refunds only in the event that a program is canceled due to lack of participation or for medical reasons of the participants. Refunds will be pro-rated as to time of termination.

REGISTRATION FORMS
Registration for each program is one month in advance of the listed month on a first come first serve basis. Call for additional programming information. PLEASE DO NOT REGISTRATION FORMS TO YOUR CHILD'S SCHOOL. THE SCHOOLS ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR GETTING THE FORMS TO US. Please fill out and return your form by mail to Caroline County Parks & Recreation at PO Box 447, Bowling Green, VA 22427 or in person to 17202 RIchmond Turnpike, Milford (In the Community Services Center Building).

COMMUNITY OUTREACH
In order for us to be successful in making this a healthier and more delightful Community, we believe it is essential that we take a collaborative approach.

This approach consist of you assisting the department in promoting and encouraging others to take advantage of the services that are provided on this calendar.

Our department, especially in the youth activities relies heavy on volunteers. This is for the purpose of:
  1. making a friendlier environment;
  2. assisting in the growth and development of the children of this community;
  3. displaying benevolence.


We welcome all volunteer help in assisting with our growing programs. If you have special skills in fitness, coaching, officiating, health & wellness, dance, etc. that you would like to share, please call the Department of Parks & Recreation at (804) 633-7277.




DISCOUNTS
These services were organized with careful consideration given towards the admission fees. It is our desire that each individual will have many opportunities to participate in programs organized by the Department of Parks and Recreation.

POSTPONEMENTS & CANCELLATIONS
Our department shares facilities with the public schools and must cancel programs when facilities are not available. Locations, dates and times of programs may sometimes change to avoid conflicts with scheduled school events. For cancellations, listen to VA 101.5 FM or WFLS 93.3 FM call 804-633-7277.

SUGGESTIONS
Please feel free to call or email us with any new ideas and suggestions which could add to our programs. Our programs are for the citizens of this county, and we would like to hear from you.

PARK NAMES AND LOCATIONS
Robert Farmer Park - Located behind Bowling Green Elementary School (Richmond Turnpike)
Caroline Recreational Park - Located behind Caroline High School (Devils Three Jump Road)
Lowe-Massie Park - Located behind the Dawn Progressive Center (Dawn Blvd)

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2010 Summer Exploration Day Camp
Where we are Promoting: (S.A.F.E.) Summer Adventures thru Fun & Enrichment
Date: June 28 - August 13, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Monday - Friday
Cost: $250 per child *additional fees for field trips
Before Care: 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. One Time Additional Cost: $50
Ages: 5-14 (5 year old must have completed Kindergarten)
A Birth Certificate and Shot Record is REQUIRED to enroll


INSTRUCTIONAL ACTIVITIES
B.A.L.M. (Becoming a Leading Man): (Boys Mentoring Program)

Our young males are faced with chalenges of all kinds on a daily basis, but through mentoring we hope they w ill make productive choices, building healthy relationships, give back to their community, and resolve conflict and Become Leading Males.
For grades 3rd - 5th

Sign your child up today to get him started. There will be homework help, fieldtrips and much more. (A fee will be charged for fieldtrips.) Contact us at (804) 633-7277 to register or if you woould to become a mentor.

Ballet
Tap/Ballet: 8 Week Session
Fee: $35.00 Per Person
$45 after deadline
Deadline: February 16, 2010


Locations, Times and Description Below:

March 16, 2010 - Tuesdays at Caroline High, Blue Cafeteria

Ages:

  • 3-5 year olds at 4 p.m. or 3-5 year olds at 5 pm:
    These Combination Classes are free flowing, designed to develop dance/movement skills and maintain interest. No tap shoes required.
  • 6-9 year olds at 6 p.m:
    This is a beginners class: No previous experience. Tap & Ballet shoes required


Ballet -OR-

March 18, 2010 - Thursdays at the old Ladysmith Elementary Building Cafeteria

Ages:

  • 3 & 4 year olds at 4 p.m.: This class is designed to develop dance/movement skills and maintain interest. No tap shoes required.
  • 5 & 6 year olds at 5 p.m: Previous experience in ballet: some experience in Tap. Tap & Ballet shoes required.
  • 7-9 year olds at 6 p.m: Previous experience in Ballet; some experience in Tap. Tap & Ballet Shoes required
  • 10-16 year olds at 7 p.m: Advance Dancers; Hardworking class; Must have experience in tap, jazz, ballet; Must know basic steps. Tap & Ballet shoes required.

Dress Code: No jeans, skirts, shorts, or dresses; Only moveable clothing such as leotards, sweats, etc. NO bare midriff tops.

Due to the limit on spaces available, students are accepted on a first come first serve basis.

Remember: You must register for both Jan. & Mar. sessions in order to participate in the May Recital.

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Mad Science After-School Program
A New Adventure Each Week!

Mad Scientist

Interactive experiments, hands-on discoveries,
cool take home projects, and much more!

Fee: $57 per student

For: Grades K-5

Winter Topic: NASA Academy of Future Space Explorers

Spring Topic: Imagine & Explore how science affects the world around us.

DATES & LOCATIONS

Lewis & Clark Elementary
Feb. 3- 24, 2010 (Wednesdays)
Mar. 8- 29, 2010 (Mondays)
Times: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Madison Elementary
Feb. 3 - 24th, 2010 (Wednesdays)
Mar. 8 - 29th, 2010 (Mondays)
Times: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Bowling Green Elementary
Feb. 2 - 23, 2010 (Tuesdays)
Mar. 9 - 30, 2010 (Tuesdays)
Times: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Bowling Green Primary
Feb. 2 - 23, 2010 (Tuesdays)
Mar. 9 - 30, 2010 (Tuesdays)
Times: 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Two ways to register:

Pick-up a registration form from your child's school & return it with a check or money order payable to Mad Science of Central Va.

OR

go to www.MadScience.org/CentralVA.com to register.



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The Learn & Play Center
Ages 3 -5 for all activities

Mommy & Me Playtime
Have fun interacting with other moms while the little ones play games, make music, and gain social skills
Fee: $25 for 5 weeks
Time: 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Begins: April 5 - May 3, 2010
Days: Mondays in Bowling Green
Deadline: March 26, 2010

Mighty Tots
Exercise & fun for little ones.
Fee: $30
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Begins: March 26 - April 23, 2010 (Fridays)
Location: Caroline Community Center
Deadline: March 19, 2010


TICKETS TO THE SHOW









THE TICKET BOOTH




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YOUTH SPORTS


Spring Soccer
Ages: 4 - 15
Fee: $35/$45 After Deadline
Begins: Late March
Location: Caroline Rec Park
Deadline: February 26, 2010

Summer Basketball
Ages: 9 - 11 - Co-Rec Teams
Fee: $35
When: June 5 - July 10, 2010
Location: Caroline Community Center
Deadline: May 3, 2010

Hershey Track & Field
(This is an annual event)
Ages: 9 - 14
Fee: FREE
When: May 6, 2010
Location: Caroline High School Track
Deadline: April 29, 2010



Challenger Sports-British Soccer Camps
Dates: July12 - 16, 2010
$67 for ages 3-4yr. olds from 9:00-10:00a.m.
$85 for ages 5-6yr. olds from 10:15-11:45a.m.
$115 for ages 6-8yr. olds from 9:00-Noon
$115 for ages 9-13yr. olds from 5:30-8:30p.m.
To register, go to challengersports.com




Parent & Me T-Tot Ball
Ages: 3 & 4
Fee: $35 per child
Begins: July 17 - August 14, 2010
Time: 9:00 a.m.
Location: Caroline Rec Park
Deadline: June 23



Football
Begins: Early August 2010
Cost: $75 per child
Deadline: July 1, 2010
Divisions
Flag: Ages: 5-7
Tackle: Ages: 8-13

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ADULT SPORTS
volleyball
Open Gym Volleyball
In recognition of "Child Abuse Prevention" month
Ages: 13 & up
Fee: FREE
Begins: April 6 - 27 (Tuesdays)
Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Location: Caroline Community Center



Playing Basketball
Women's Basketball League
Ages: 16 & over
Begins: March 20, 2010 (Saturdays)
Fee: $300 per team
Location: Caroline Community Center
Deadline: March 1st
Playing Dodgeball
Open Gym Dodge Ball
Ages: 16 & over
Dates: April 22 & 29 and May 6 & 13
Fee: $2.00 per player
Time:6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Location: Caroline Community Center
Deadline: April 15, 2010
volleyball
Adult Spring Open Gym Volleyball
Ages: 13 & up
Begins: May 4 - 25, 2010 (Tuesdays)
Time: 6:00 - 8:300 p.m.
Location: Caroline Community Center



softball
Adult Co-Rec Softball Leage
Ages: 16 & over
Begins: June 14, 2010 (Mondays)
Fee:$280 per team
Location: Caroline Rec Park
Deadline: May 17, 2010
Games as early as 6:00 p.m.


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THE SENIOR CORNER
All activities are located in the R.A.A.A. Center except where noted*.
    knitting
    Crochet, Knitting, & Quilting
    Begins: March 2, 2010
    Days: Tuesdays
    Cost: $2.00 per person
    Time: 9:00-12 noon
    6 week session



Woman doing Aerobics
SeniorRobics
Slow paced, low impact exercises
Begins: January 6, 2010
Days: Wednesdays
Time: 11:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Celebrate Life DayFunRobics
Low Impact exercises, Chair Aerobics, door prizes & much more.
Begins: January 7, 2010
Time: 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Cost: $2.00
*Location: Port Royal Fire Department

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SPECIAL EVENTS
Father and Daughter

Father Daughter Dance
When: February 13, 2010
Time: 12:00 - 2:00 p.m.
Where: Caroline High School Cafeteria
Fee: $25.00 per couple and $15.00 per additional child
Deadline: January 25 or until full
Must Pre-Register

Bicycle Safety

Bicycling for Safe Communities
When: Saturday, May 22, 2010
Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Where: Port Royal District
Fee: $25 per couple and $15 per additional child
Deadline: January 25th or until max
Must Pre-register


Wide World of Sports
A Community Event - Competitions for Various Youth Age Groups
When: May 25, 2010
Time: 5:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Where:Caroline Rec Park
Fee: FREE
Games, Prizes, and Food
Must Pre-register


Easter Egg

Easter Egg Hunt
When: April 1, 2010
Time:11:00 a.m.
Where:Caroline Rec Park
Fee:$3 per person
Deadline:March 26, 2010


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SEMINARS & CLASSES

Karate (Isshinryu)
Ages: 5-Adult
Fee: $35.00 p/p $40 after deadline
Begins: March 30, 2010
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Deadline: March 22, 2010
Location: Old Ladysmith Elementary (gymnasium)
Beginner Class: 6:00-7:00p.m.
Interm. & Adv: 7:15-9:00p.m.
Karate Girl

Deer Head
Hunter Safety
Ages: 12 - Adult
Dates: March 22, 24, & 25th
Deadline: March 19th
Times: 6:00 - 9:30p.m.
Fee: FREE; Must pre-register
Location: Caroline Community Ctr.
Must Attend All Three Classes to Receive Certification
Next Session: August 16, 17, & 19


Guitar Smiley
Beginner's Guitar
Ages: 9 - 13
Begins: March 30, 2010 (4wks)
Time: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Fee: $25 p/person
Location: Old Ladysmith Elementary School
Must Bring: guitar, tuner, replacement strings. Strings may be purchased from the instructor for a fee.
Deadline: March 22nd


Pencil
Creative Writing
Ages: Teens - Adults
Beginners: 4wks $100 p/person
Advanced: 6wks for $180 p/person
Begins: April 6 - May 11, 2010
Time: Beginners: 5-6p.m. Advanced: 6-7:30p.m.
Location: Old Ladysmith Elem.
Deadline: March 26th
Class size is limited so register early


The forms listed below are in .pdf format. If you do not have Acrobat Reader, you can download your free copy here.

Registration and Waiver Form - To participate in Activities sponsored by The Parks and Recreation Department,
please download and sign the Registration and Waiver form.