Family Programs - Summer 2008

Licensed Summer Kids at Northlake

Join us for a Safe And Fun Experience this summer! Our SAFE Playground Adventure will include our traditional recreational activities like arts and crafts, sports, games, guest speakers and special events. A summer registration form must be completed prior to attending. Free USDA lunch is provided. Children attending this program must provide immunization records to meet state licensing requirements.

Age: Entering 1st thru 5th grades
Location: Northlake Elementary, 2210 Olympia Way
Fee: Weekly - $35 in-city, $40 out-of-city. Entire Summer - $180 in-city, $185 out-of-city.

Summer Kids at St. Helens

Join us for a Safe And Fun Experience this summer! Our SAFE Playground Adventure will include our traditional recreational activities like arts and crafts, sports, games, guest speakers and special events. A summer registration form must be completed prior to attending. Free USDA lunch is provided. Scholarships available to qualifying families.

Age: Entering 1st thru 5th grades
Location: St. Helens School, 27th & Beech
Fee: Weekly - $35 in-city, $40 out-of-city. Entire Summer - $180 in-city, $185 out-of-city.

Taekwondo, Beginning & Intermediate

Classes are designed so the entire family can enjoy martial arts and spend quality time together, get in shape, learn positive thinking and self-defense. This is continuous training for white belts (beginners) to black belts. Uniforms are available to purchase. Information on belt testing provided during sessions.

Age: 6 & over
Location: Catlin Center, 106 NW 8th Ave.
Fee: $35 in-city, $40 out-of-city
Instructor: Master Dan Morrison

Kayaking, Beginning

Learn basic safety and paddling techniques and spend time kayaking Lake Sacajawea. Kayaks provided, some life jackets provided or bring your own. Participants age 13 and under must register with an adult.

Age: 8 & over
Location: Lake Sacajawea Park, Nichols & Kessler Blvd.
Fee: Per session - $10 in-city, $15 out-of-city
Instructor: Jo Perkins

Hiking the Great Northwest

Learn the essentials of wilderness hiking by classroom orientation and ‘on the trail’ experience. The course covers preparation (boots, clothing, essential supplies & food), trail skills (compass & map reading), and hazards (insects, plants & water crossings). Saturday hike included, location and exact date will be discussed and decided on at class. Hikes are on easy to medium class trails (3 to 5 miles with 500 to 1000 feet elevation). Ages 16 and under must register with an adult.

Age: 8 & over
Location: Recreation Offi ce, 2920 Douglas
Fee: $20 in-city, $25 out-of-city
Instructor: Jim Peters

Terrific Tuesday Playgroup in the Park

Let’s discover the world around us at Lake Sacajawea. Participants will enjoy arts, crafts, fitness, and culture in the outdoors. Our staff will bring the activities and parents help provide the supervision. Pack a picnic if you like and enjoy it at the end of each class. A great way to see your friends this summer and make some new ones!

Age: 15 months to 5 years
Location: Lake Sacajawea Park, Martin’s Dock
Fee: Per session - $20 in-city, $25 out-of-city
Instructor: JoAnne Ehrmantrout

Toddler Time in the Park

Toddlers will enjoy arts, crafts, fitness, and cultural activities at Lake Sacajawea. Our staff leads the activities and parents help provide the supervision. Pack a picnic and enjoy it at the end of class. A great way to see your friends this summer and make some new ones!

Age: 20 months - 3 years
Location: Lake Sacajawea Park, Martin’s Dock
Fee: Per session - $20 in-city, $25 out-of-city
Instructor: JoAnne Ehrmantrout

Mother & Son Outdoor Adventure

Don’t miss the 6th annual Mother and Son Outdoor Adventure. Mothers and sons of all ages and activity levels will enjoy experiencing a variety of outdoor adventure activities together. Activities will include the rock wall, archery, obstacle course, catapult, fi shing, kayaking, pellet shooting range, canoeing and wood working. Door prizes will be given away and each son will receive a gift. Refreshments will be served. Pictures with the Mariner Moose will be available for an extra charge. Sponsors include ACE hardware, Bob’s Sporting Goods, Cowlitz Game and Anglers, Lewis and Clark Bowmen, Southwest Washington Canoe Club, Boy Scouts of America.

Age: 5 & over
Location: Lake Sacajawea Park, Martin’s Dock
Fee: Per person - $6 in-city, $8.50 out-of-city

5th Annual Archie’s Celebration of Hoops 3 on 3 tournament

This basketball tournament in honor of Archie Anderson benefi ts the Highlands Activities and Beautification Committee. This event will once again be a fun and enjoyable two day event of basketball. Other fun events and contests will take place with awards given. All registered participants receive a t-shirt. Registration forms available at Longview Recreation, YMCA, Police Satellite Office and local schools. For more information, call Steve Ross at 957-3019.

Age: 11 & over
Location: Archie Anderson Park, Alabama at 22nd Ave
Fee: $40 per team registering before July 7. $60 registering July 7 - 14..

Free Family Fishing Day

This event coincides with the free fishing weekend that is state wide. Throughout the state of Washington, fi shing is free for all ages including adults. You do not need a fishing license to come down to Martin’s Dock and take advantage of free fi shing weekend with your family. On Saturday only, we will have rods and gear and bait. Each youth participant receives free fishing literature and handouts. Other lakes and bodies of water could have restrictions for this weekend; check your local license dealers for information and regulations.

Age: All ages
Location: Lake Sacajawea Park, Martin’s Dock
Fee: Free, just drop in

Ethnic Support Council’s 18th Annual International Festival

Enjoy multicultural entertainment, ethnic food booths, world market vendors and fun, free children’s activities.

Age: All ages
Location: LCC Student Center, Maple St. in Longview
Fee: Free, just drop in
Call 751-4427 for more information.