The Caribou Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting registrations for its fall and winter programs. Pre-registration is required for all programs, which may be done over the phone or in person. Registration is on a first-come, first-serve basis.
If your child did not participate in the summer 2009 programs, you will need to come in and fill out a registration form for that child prior to registering for fall programs. Most students can be transported to the program via the Caribou school bus program.
For more information on any of these programs, contact the recreation department at 493-4224.
The following is a list of programs being offered.
Third and fourth grade basketball for boys and girls will be offered Mondays and Wednesday from 3-4:15 p.m. Nov. 9 through Feb. 3, 2010. A girl in fourth grade has the option to participate in this program or the 4-6 girls program.
Fifth and sixth grade basketball for boys and girls meets Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 3-6 p.m. Nov. 10-Feb. 5, 2010. The first sessions will feature all participants combined, however, teams will be established and most teams will play twice per week during the same time frame.
This program is open to girls in grades 4-6 and meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:30-6 p.m. Nov. 9 through Feb. 3, 2010.
This program meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-4:30 p.m. Nov. 10-Feb. 4, 2010. This program is designed to introduce participants to the basic skills of cheerleading, including jumps, tumbling, stunts and cheers.
Learn To Skate will be offered for those in grades 1-4 Mondays and Wednesdays from 3-4:30 p.m. Jan. 20-March 17, 2010. This program meets at the Teague Park Ice Rink. Participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment. A limited number of skates are available.
The Ski Daddle program is for those in grades 3-6 and meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-4:30 p.m. Jan. 19-March 18, 2010. The program is designed for all levels of ability. Lessons will be held at Teague Park and will include an introduction to equipment and techniques – including turning, diagonal stride, skating, uphill and downhill. There will be equipment available, but participants are welcome to bring their own.
First and second grade basketball for boys and girls will be offered Feb. 8 through March 18, 2010. Youths may register for either Session I, which meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 3-4:30 p.m. or Session II, which meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-4:30 p.m.
A fundamental instruction clinic is offered to boys and girls ages 9-12. The program runs from March 22-April 15, 2010, with ages 9-10 meeting Mondays and Wednesdays from 3-4:30 p.m. and ages 11-12 meeting Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3-4:30 p.m. Topics covered will include proper warm-ups stretching, pitching and hitting, infield and outfield play and situational instruction.
This program is for youths ages 9-14 and meets Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 3-5 p.m. from April 26-June 10, 2010. This program introduces youths to the basics of running, throwing and jumping events. Boys and girls participating in the program may be eligible to move on to the regional finals. Winners and runners-up in the regionals advance to the state competition in July and a chance to travel to Hershey, Pa. in August for the Nationals.
The Caribou Parks and Recreation Department will hold its annual Fall Fun Festival on Saturday, Oct. 31 from 6-8 p.m. The event will have fun and games for youths up to grade 6. There will also be costume judging.
The department is currently seeking volunteers to assist with the event. Parks and recreation department officials are seeking individuals and organizations interested in providing a game or activity during the two-hour event. Inquiries should be made to the recreation office at 493-4224.
Walking hours at the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center are 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon-4 p.m. Saturdays.
The game room is open for youths from 3-8 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon-4 p.m. Saturdays. The game room houses pool tables, ping pong tables, a foosball table, an air hockey table and board games.
The Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center offers open gym from 3-9 p.m. Monday through Friday and noon-4 p.m. Saturdays.
The recreation department will offer a pick-up volleyball league for area adults on Thursdays from 6:30-9 p.m. This program meets at the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center gym weekly through April 29, 2010. Participants must be out of high school and there is no fee.
Men’s 30-and-over basketball meets Tuesdays from 7-9 p.m. and Sundays from 10 a.m.-noon. The program is designed for gentlemen 30 years of age and older and meets at the Caribou Wellness and Recreation Center gym. There is a fee of $3 per player on Sundays only.
