Franklin Rec Brochure Spring 2012

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(508) 520-4909 (phone) (508) 520-4976 (fax)

Children's Programs

Pre K programs

Community Education

Adult Programs

Recreation Department150 Emmons StreetFranklin, MA 02038

Town of FranklinTown of FranklinTown of FranklinTown of Franklin

Franklin Youth Sports

Spring Brochure 2012February 2012 - April 2012

What's Inside

Spring Events


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ruce Johnson Additional links Dave Owens Additional links.O. Box 66 -NFL Flag Football P.O. Box 706 -Thunder & Lighting

ranklin, Ma 02038 Franklin, Ma 02038 -Fusionmail: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.fgsafastpitch.org

oug Dean Additional links Mark Scagliarini Additional links.O. Box 40 -Legion P.O. Box 525 -Four Kicksranklin, Ma 02038 -AAU Franklin, Ma 02038 -John Smith41-1065 520-4070 -MARPLE

www.franklinyouthbaseball.com www.franklinyouthsoccer.org -Misson

an Castillo Additional links Ryan Jette Additional links.O. Box 263 -Friday Night Lights 150 Emmons Street -MBGLLranklin, MA 02038 -NESLL Franklin, MA 02038 -Mavericks41-8389 520-4909 -Mass Elitemail: [email protected] Email: [email protected] -Cmass

www.franklinlax.com www.franklin.ma.us/recreation -NESLL

Mark Allen Additional links Ryan Jette Additional links.O. Box 71 -Spit Fires 150 Emmons Street -Metroranklin, Ma 02038 -NHL Street Hockey Franklin, Ma 02038 -CYO28-7132 520-4909

mail: [email protected] Email: [email protected] www.franklin.ma.us/town/recreation

Ryan Jette Additional links Ryan Jette Additional links50 Emmons Street -Lead The Way 150 Emmons Street CMassranklin, MA 02038 Franklin, MA 0203820-4909 520-4909mail: [email protected] Email: [email protected]

www.franklin.ma.us/recreation www.franklin.ma.us/recreation

Franklin Youth Field Hockey Franklin Youth Volleyball

Franklin Flyers Youth Hockey Franklin Youth Basketball

Recreation DepartmentFranklin Youth Sport Organizations

Franklin Youth Baseball

Franklin Girls Softball*Spring

http://franklinma.virtualtownhall.net/Pages/FranklinMA_Recreation/indexTo access additional links, please click on the link below and go to Franklin Youth Sports Organizations

Franklin Boys Youth Lacrosse*Spring Franklin Girls Youth Lacrosse*Spring

Franklin Chargers Football

Franklin Youth Soccer*Spring

Recreation Department Hours

Monday 8:30 am-4:30 pm

Tuesday 8:30 am-4:30 pmWednesday 8:30 am-6:30 pm

www.franklin.ma.us/recreation

Thursday 8:30 am-4:30 pmFriday 8:30 am-1:30 pm

* Online Registration Available *Visit our website:


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Recreation Department Policies

All programs are offered on a first come, first serve basis. Franklin Recreation reserves the right to cancel or

consolidate any program that does not meet the minimum participant registration numbers. Remember nothingterminates a program faster than waiting until the last minute to register. Avoid disappointment and register promptly.Programs will be cancelled should the program not meet the minimum participant requirements.Participants ResponsibilityWe ask all participants to respect the staff, volunteers, coaches, other participants, age requirements, and theequipment we use. Additional rules will be announced at each program. If a participant fails to cooperate with therules, the Director reserves the right to dismiss or suspend a participant in any program without a refund or feesreturned.Franklin Recreation is not a day care, after-school care program or babysitting service. Please read and understand thepolicies. If they are unclear to you, please ask questions. All participants must pre-register and sign a waiver for ALLprograms. The program coordinator on duty is solely responsible for the activities taking place. Children should not be

eft unattended in the building or at the fields at any time. Please be on time dropping off and picking up children from

their programs. Failure to do so will result in additional cost, penalties or suspension from programming.RegistrationRegistrations will be accepted until the program is full or 1 week prior to the start date. In some cases, registrationwill be accepted up to the start of the program. You may register for a program at the Old Town Hall, 150 EmmonsStreet, Monday-Friday. We now accept mail in registration by printing a copy of our waiver form, and sending acheck with the registrants information. All Franklin and Medway residents will be given first opportunity to sign up for aprogram. If a particular program. sells out quickly, non-residents may not be allowed to register. Included on our websiten the Program Registration area is the mail in registration forms which can be U.S. mailed into our office.Course ConfirmationNo confirmations are sent out!!!!! Please understand that it is your responsibility to know the date, time, and location

of any program. A participant is registered only when payment is received, unless the department notifies youotherwise. We will only notify you if there are any problems or changes.

Weather CancellationsWhen the Franklin School Department cancels school because of emergencies or weather conditions, all RecreationDepartment programming will be cancelled for the entire day. If a storm develops later in the day, please call theRecreation Departments weather line, 520-4909 ext. 2, or visit our website athttp://franklinma.virtualtownhall.net/Pages/FranklinMA_Recreation/indexSwitching ProgramsIf space allows and you wish to switch to another program, we will be happy to transfer you to that program. However,receipt numbers and participant information must be presented in person at the Recreation office.

NEW Refund Policy

Special NeedsChildren and adults with special needs are encouraged to participate in recreation programs. Staff members are

sensitive to your needs and will do everything possible to assist you. If you are interested in participating in a programbut are not sure about the facility, transportation, or wish to discuss program details, please call the Director ofRecreation and ADA Coordinator, Ryan Jette, to ask about specifics. The Town of Franklin is working toward bringingall facilities into compliance with ADA guidelines. For a copy of our ADA Self Evaluation and Transition Plan, pleasesee Ryan Jette (Director of Recreation & ADA Coordinator).Inability to PayIt is the policy of the Recreation Department that no resident of the Town shall be refused participation in a program,or the use of facilities because of inability to pay. Confidential applications can be made to the Director of Recreation,and if a hardship exists, the applicant may be granted a reduction in fee at the discretion of the Director. Please contact

Ryan Jette in writing and include a copy of your most current 1040 tax form or a copy of a public assistance record.Report ALL household income!

http://franklinma.virtualtownhall.net/Pages/FranklinMA_Recreation/index

Recreation DepartmentRegistration Information

Walk-In & Online Registration for selected Spring Programs will begin on Wednesday, February 1st, at 8:30 am at theRecreation office located on 150 Emmons Street. For online registration, please visit our NEW website at:

Refunds are only issued in the event of a cancelled program or if there is a medical emergency with a doctor's note. A $10 fee

will be charged for all refunds.

be directed to a secure site. You can enter your information (Name, address, phone, email) as well as credit cardinformation. Please make sure to provide a valid email address as this is how we communicate with participants.

Please click on Program Registration and look for the link ONLINE REGISTRATION where you will


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February Vacation

NHL Street Hockey ClinicAge: 7-13Fee: $25

Reg Date: Jan. 7Location: FHS Field House

Day Time Date

M 11:00-1:00 P 2/20

Paintball Trip FridayAge: 10-17Fee: $40

Reg Date: Jan. 1Location: Fox 4, Upton Ma

Day Time DateF 9:00A-4:00 P 2/24

Kid Care BabysittingAge: 11- 16Fee: $60Reg Date: Jan. 1Location: Franklin Recreation DepartmentDay Time DateT & W 9:30 A-12:30 P 2/21 & 2/22

Baseball Spring Training ClinicAge: 7-13Fee: $40

Reg Date: Jan. 7Location: FHS Field House

Day Time Date

S 9:00-11:30 A 3/3S 12:00-2:30 P 3/3

This introductory babysitting class allows potential sitters theopportunity to learn about the business of babysitting. After 6hours of training, you will receive a certification card and be pon our Call-A-Teen program list for possible babysitting jobs.Child care & wellness will be the focus with basic first aid andsafety tips from Franklin Police & Fire, and a child carespecialist. Open to kids aged 11-16 years old.

Street hockey will be held for 2 hours at the Franklin HighSchool over February Vacation. We will organize age

appropriate drills for the first 30 minutes and then progress ingames. We will provide all equipment including sticks, balls,goalie gear and nets. Make sure your son/daughter has awater bottle. Shin guards and helmets are not neccessary bu

optional. If you have them, wear them.

Join the Recreation Department for an exciting day ofPaintball adventure at Fox 4 in Upton. Players will be given a

safety orientation and issued all needed equipment. The buswill depart from the Recreation Department at 9:00 am andwill return at 4:00 pm. What's included: Field admission,busing, rental equipment, and 500 paintballs. Please bringyour own lunch, or use the snack bar.

Join Franklin High School baseball coach, Dave Niro, for a2.5 hour instructional baseball clinic during Februaryvacation. Coach Dave Niro will be joined by past & presentFranklin baseball players and coaches. Timed stationsinclude pitching, infield/outfield play, base running, and hittingdrills. This is a great program for children to shake off the rustof the winter and get ready for baseball season.


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April Vacation

Youth Golf LessonsAge: 7-16Fee: $50Reg Date: Feb. 1Location: New England Country Club

Day Time Date

T & Th 10:00-11:30 A 4/17 & 4/19T & Th 12:00-1:30 P 4/17 & 4/19

Paintball Trip FridayAge: 10-17Fee: $40Reg Date: Feb. 1Location: Fox 4, Upton Ma

Day Time DateF 9:00 A-4:00 P 4/20

Introduction to RoboticsAge: 10 and up

Fee: $100

Reg Date: Feb. 1

Location: Franklin Recreation Department

Day Time DateM-F 3:30-5:30P 4/16-4/20

Community GardenRenewals: Waitlist:

Join the Recreation Department for an exciting day of Paintbaadventure at Fox 4 in Upton. Players will be given a safetyorientation and issued all needed equipment. The bus willdepart from the Recreation Department at 9:00 am and willreturn at 4:00 pm. What's included: Field admission, busing,rental equipment, and 500 paintballs. Please bring your ownlunch, or use the snack bar.

http://franklinma.virtualtownhall.net/Pages/FranklinMA_Recreation/online

Beginning Wednesday, February 1st, gardeners whomaintained a raised bed at the King Street Memorial

Community Garden may begin to renew for the 2012 season.

Gardeners have until Friday, March 2nd to complete therenewal application and submit payment.The season fee is$40 and is payable to The Town of Franklin. The applicationwill be processed through the Franklin RecreationDepartment, 150 Emmons Street (Old Town Hall)

The Community Garden Committee will also open a rolling

waiting list for the garden beginning February 1st. Available

gardens will be offered on a first come, first served basis and

assignments will begin Monday, March 5th pending availablespace at the garden. Sign up for the waiting list at,

The Recreation Department is proud to offer Introduction toRobotics. The program includes instruction in robotic basicswith demonstrations and hands on activities with real workingrobots that move about on their own, talk and perform a varie

of tasks. Students will build & keep their own working robotwith a set of tools to maintain and change their robot.

Try our popular group golf lessons with head golfprofessional, Mark Copithorne, at the New England Country

Club. These progressive lessons will cover putting, chipping,bunker play, irons, and woods. Mark brings along some of histop instructors to teach kids in a group setting.


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Youth SportsPee Wee BaseballAge: 4-6Fee: $90Reg Date: Feb. 1Location: Fletchers Field Pee Wee Fields

Day Time DateRotates between these timesT 5:30-7:00 P 4/17-6/12S 9:00-10:30 A 4/14-6/12S 11:00-12:30 P 4/14-6/12S 1:00-2:30 P 4/14-6/12

Spring BasketballAge: 8-14Fee: $75Reg Date: Feb. 1Location: Remington/Jefferson Courts

Day Time Date

Sun. 9:00-12:00 P 5/6-6/24

Girls On the RunAge: 8-13Fee: $85

Reg Date Feb. 1Location: FHS Track

Day Time Date

T 4:00-5:00 P 5/8-6/26

This introductory league is designed to teach children 4-6 yearsold the fundamentals of baseball & softball in a fun, non-competitive environment. This league will get kids ready for the

Franklin Youth Baseball Rookie league or Franklin Girls SoftballAssoc. by concentrating on hitting, base running, throwing, and

fielding through timed stations and controlled games. Theinstructor is Mike Masseur. All players receive a team shirt andbaseball hat. Cleats and baseball pants are not required.There will be a rotating schedule on Saturdays and Tuesdaysfor all ages this year. The schedule will be posted online andalso sent to your email. Parade for all Pee Wee Baseballplayers will be held Saturday, April 21. Meet between 9:00-10:00A at Davis Thayer School.

Boys & girls, grades 3-8 can join our Sunday SpringBasketball League. This spring league will play half indoohalf outdoor games. League Coordinator Jim Edgehill will

place the players on a team, and four teams will beestablished in each division. Games are played atRemington Jefferson indoor/outdoor courts. During

inclement weather, both games will be played indoor. Thisa fun league designed to keep the kids playing basketbalthroughout the spring & summer months. No GamesMemorial Day weekend.

This experiential learning program for 3rd-8th graders combinesself esteem enhancing, uplifting warm ups and workouts thatencourage emotional, social, mental, spiritual, and physicaldevelopment. Girls will train for 8 weeks, while taking part in

team building activities. This is not an exclusive track program,although running will be the emphasis. The instructor is JoanneLaliberte. This program will be held at Franklin High Schooltrack and fills up quickly!


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Run For Your LifeAge: 8-10Fee: $60Reg Date: Feb. 1Location: Pond Street Recreation Complex, Norfolk, MA

Day Time DateTh 4:00-5:00 P 5/3-6/7

Youth Golf LessonsAge: 8-16Fee: $85Reg Date: Feb. 1Location: New England Country Club

Day Time Date Session

W 6:00-7:30 P 5/9-6/6 Spring

Pepsi Pitch, Hit & Run Baseball SkillsAge: 7-14Fee: FreeReg Date: Feb. 1Location: Pee Wee Fields At Fletcher Field

Day Time Date

Email [email protected], with program ideas! S 3:45-4:45 P 5/5

Track & FieldAge: 7-14Fee: $85

Reg Date: Feb. 1Location: FHS Track

Day Time Date DateM 5:00-6:00 P or 6:00-7:00 P 5/7-6/25

Franklin Recreation is offering an outdoor track & field programfor children ages 7-14 years old. Practices will be held at theFranklin High School Track with some meets held out of town.Transportation may be provided via bus to away Track meets.The instructors are Lauren Taranto and Mike Masseur. They will

organize and run meets and practices. Runners of all abilities

can participate. Runners can take part in the 4th of July RoadRace on Saturday, June 30th at 10:00 am at the TownCommon. Track & Field shirts will be provided as part of the

ro ram. No ractice on Memorial Da Ma 31st.

The purpose of this program is to help participants maintapositive attitude toward accomplishments, avoid injuries aENJOY THE SPORT OF RUNNING! This is a non

competitive, set your own goals program. We will focusimportant aspects of running, such as; warm-up and cool

down, why, how and when to stretch, proper running formpace setting, keeping a log/journal, rest and recovery, angood nutritional habits including hydration. Bring a waterbottle.

Try our popular group golf lessons with head golf professional,

Mark Copithorne, at the New England Country Club. Theseprogressive lessons will cover putting, chipping, bunker play,irons, and woods. Mark brings along some of his top instructorsto teach kids in a group setting.

Major League Baseball & the Franklin RecreationDepartment are giving kids a chance to showcase theirbaseball abilities. This competition allows kids to displaythree baseball skills; hitting, pitching, and base running.Winners in each age category will advance on to thesectional competition and possibly end up at Fenway Para Red Sox Game.


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Childrens ProgramsAction Packed WednesdaysAges: 6 -12Fee: (3hrs/6hrs) $35/$60Reg Date: Dec. 26


Day Time DateW 12:00-3:00 P 1/25W 12:00-6:00 P 1/25W 12:00-3:00 P 3/7W 12:00-6:00 P 3/7

XBOX 360 TournamentAge: 8-12Fee: $10


Day Time Date GameTh 5:30-7:30 P 3/15 Madden 12Th 5:30-7:30 P 3/22 NHL 12Th 5:30-7:30 P 3/29 NBA 2K12

DINO DIG (Dinosaur Discovery)Age: 7-9Fee: $85Reg Date: Feb. 1Location: Franklin Recreation Department

Day Time Date

W 5:30-6:30 P 2/29-4/4W 4:20-5:20 P 4/25-5/30

This program is for Kindergarten-grade 5 on scheduledprofessional development half days. Each day will have a

new and different theme. Various games, activities andevents will take place that go along with the weekly theme.Along with fun and games, children will have time to work ohomework as well.

Reg Date: Dec. 26

Think you got game? Come to the Recreation Department andprove it. The tournaments will be set up as round robin, whichlets everyone have at least 2 games. The entry fee is $10 andthe winner will receive a trophy. Food and drink can bepurchased at the event. Controllers and systems are providedbut if you would like to bring your own controller, please label itand anything else you bring. These Tournaments will run 2hours so if the tournament finishes early we will have free play.Please register before the class to allow time to set upbrackets and get the necessary equipment.

Come join this fun and exciting class learning about dinosaurs.As beginning paleontologists we will learn about dinosaurs and

the techniques used in extracting fossils in this hands on class.We will learn about the different types of dinosaurs, their size,where they live and what they ate. Then we will go on our ownfossil dig, analyze and assemble skeleton pieces to figure outdinosaur we discovered to reconstruct and create a mural.


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3D Lego EngineeringAge: 6-11Fee: $85Reg Date: Feb. 1Location: Franklin Recreation Department

Day Time DateW 4:20-5:20 P 2/29-4/4W 5:30-6:30 P 4/25-5/30

Miss Amy's Art ClassAge: 6-11

Fee: $55Reg Date: Dec. 26Location: Franklin Recreation Department

Day Time DateT 4:00-5:00 P 2/28-4/10 No Class 3/2

T 4:00-5:00 P 4/17-5/22

Home Alone SafetyAge: 8-12

Fee: $45Reg Date: Dec. 26


Day Time DateM 3:30-5:30 P 3/12

BullyproofingAge: 7-10Fee: $45Reg Date: Dec. 26Location: Franklin Recreation Department

Day Time Date

Th 3:30 -5:30 P 3/22

Ms. Amy brings her art classes to Franklin Recreation. It's

time to get messy! Come and explore the many differentways to paint and draw. Your child will get an artist'seducation on how to use charcoal, paint, and othermediums. Plus make their artwork come to life by learningabout shape, texture, shading and perspective. Bring asmock or wear paint clothes!

Children will learn telephone and door answering techniques,

internet safety, accident and fire protection and first aidtechniques. Well also talk about how to manage your timewhen youre home alone for short periods of time. The classincludes a variety of teaching methods, including a video androle playing.

This program is designed to be preventative and proactiveso that children can avoid being bullied, and if they arebullied, how to stop it. In an interactive, non-threateningmanner, children learn how to become Bully Proofed".Location: Franklin Recreation Department. Well focus onidentifying bullying, understanding why it occurs, acting onbullying, and cyber bullying and prevention.

New program to our Lego Engineering series. No amount huffing and puffing will blow our buildings down!Understanding and visualizing dimension is the cornerstonof engineering, architecture, and building. In this hands-onLEGO class, students learn principles of construction and

use math skills as we experiment with scale and size,symmetry and reflection. Most of all, we will have a lot offun.


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Pre K Programs

Knucklebones ExplorationAge: 10 months-2.5 yrsFee: $80Reg Date: Dec. 26

Location Franklin Recreation Department

Day Time Date

Th 9:00-10:00 A 1/26-3/1Th 9:00-10:00 A 3/15-4/19

Free Play FridayAge: 1.5-4Fee: $25Reg Date: Dec. 26Location: Franklin Recreation Department

Day Time DateF 9:00-9:45 A 2/10-3/9F 9:00-9:45 A 3/16-4/13

First Friends More Fun With Friends Lunch BunchAge: 2-3 Age: 3-5Fee: $80/$60 Fee: $100Reg Date: Feb. 1 Reg Date: Feb. 1Location: Franklin Recreation Department Location: Franklin Recreation Department

Day Time Date

M 11:00 A-1:30 P 2/27-4/9M 11:00 A-1:30 P 4/23-5/21

Day Time Date FeeM 9:00-10:30 A 2/27-4/9 $80M 9:00-10:30 A 4/23-5/21 $60

Knucklebones Exploration Program engages children ages

10 months to 2.5 years of age. Playing alongside their

parent/guardian, or child care provider, the KB staff and yourtoddler(s) explore a vast assortment of creative movementactivities. Through rolling, tumbling, pushing, pulling,spinning, and moving, toddlers will be challenged and gainconfidence. Each week KB staff will bring a mixture ofactivities to create a stimulating area of free play followed bygroup-led activities and games. From dozens of foam balls,to a floor full of tumbling mats and shapes, to push carts,scooters and mini trampolines; KB will bring a plethora ofengaging games and equipment for your child. Our staff willenhance gross and fine motor skills, hand/foot/eye

coordination, balancing & walking, physical activity, and fun!

Do you have a 2-3 year old who wishes they could go toschool? Let your preschooler enjoy some independence and

socialization with peers in this preschool curriculum based,drop off class, taught by two certified teachers. Each weekwe will explore a different theme and have related activitiessuch as stories, songs, fingerplays, art activities, and games

as well as gross motor play. This 1 1/2 hour class is a greattransitioning first step before preschool and longer drop offactivities. Snack is provided, however if your child hasallergies we ask that you provide their snack.

Looking for some fun activities for your 1.5 to 4 year old onFridays during the winter? Free play Fridays is a play-basedclass that will allow your child to explore different obstaclecourses each week. There will be kids music and

complementary coffee for the parents.

Has your child already had fun in First Friends and is readyfor a little more fun time for them and free time for you? This

2 1/2 hour class for 3-5 year olds is the same fun as MoreFun with Friends with a lunch bunch component. Send yourchild with a lunch and drink and we will supply a great time!Remember to dress comfortably for play and we may even

get a little messy!


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More Fun With FriendsAge: 2.9-5Fee: $90Reg Date: Feb. 1


Day Time Date

T 9:00-11:00 A 4/24-5/29W 9:00-11:00 A 4/25-5/30

Peter Cottontail's EGGcellent AdventureAge: 1-9Fee: $10Reg Date: Feb. 1Location: FHS Field House

Day Time Date

F 9:00 A -11:00 A 4/6

Intro to Pee Wee BaseballAges: 2-4.5

Fee: $55Reg Date: Jan. 1Location: Franklin Recreation Department

Day Time Date

Th 9:00-9:45 A 2/9-3/8Th 9:00-9:45 A 3/15-4/12

Experience the largest egg hunt in the area with PeterCottontail. Peter & his friends will entertain kids with eggpainting, pictures, face painting, and a huge egg hunt. Bringyour own basket and join the fun. Bring a camera for some

great photos. Kids will be divided into age groups. (Ages 1-9years old).

Utilize practice time indoors during the cold winter tointroduce your child to baseball. This program is designed to

be an introductory program for kids who are not old enoughfor Pee Wee baseball this year. The program will cover,fielding ground balls, running bases, hitting, and pitching butin a smaller group. Get your child excited about playingbaseball. This program includes timed skill stations, teework, and mini games.

Has your child already enjoyed First Friends? If your child isage 2.9-5 years old, here is a special drop off class designed

ust for you! Children will enjoy the same First Friendsexperiences while exploring a different theme every week.We have increased our class time to 2 hours to allow for

more involved activities. Please note the time change. Classwill be taught by certified teachers with a low teacher-childratio to allow many hands on learning opportunities. Eachweek we will explore a different theme and have relatedactivities, such as, stories, songs, fingerpainting, games andgross motor play. Remember to be prepared to get messyand have fun, so dress comfortably. Snack is provided.However, if your child has allergies we ask that you providetheir snack. Also, please send a labeled fil led sippy cup for

your child.


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Community Education

First Aid and CPRAge: 14 and upFee: $70Reg Date: Feb. 1Location: Franklin Recreation Department

Day Time DateW 6:00-9:00 P 3/7 & 3/14

Mommy/Daddy and Me KayakingAge: Pre-K and AdultsFee: (Adult/child pair or accompanying adult) $109 or $85Reg Date: Feb. 1Location: Beaver Pond

Day Time DateM 2:30-4:00 P 4/30-5/14

Intro to Kayaking Intro to KayakingAge: 10-15 Age: AdultFee: $95 Fee: $95Reg Date: Feb. 1 Reg Date: Feb. 1Location: Beaver Pond Location: Beaver Pond

Day Time DateM 4:00-6:00 P 4/30-5/14 Day Time Date

M 6:00-8:00 P 4/30-5/14

The Franklin Recreation Department in conjunction with theAmerican Red Cross has been providing quality CPR and First

Aid training to Franklin residents for many years. Franklin Rec.is teaming up to bring CPR and First Aid training to the FranklinCommunity for ages 14 old and up. Instructor is Laura Atwood.Whether for employment, school, babysitting, or just an overallunderstanding of infant child and adult CPR; this course is thecourse for you and your family. Certifications are valid for 2years after the completion of this course. Each participant willreceive a certification card upon completion of the course.

This program was developed by Still River Outfitters, Inc., toaddress the growing number of active adults starting familieaddition to basic paddling skills and safety considerations, w

help parents adapt our proven strategies to comfortably padwith a toddler. This class is taught in stable recreational kaywhere the child will sit safely between the parents legs in thkayak's cockpit. This class is appropriate for parents and thechild between 1 and 5.

Introduction to Kayak for Youths provides kids the chance tolearn exciting new skills. This youth specific kayaking classteaches the same skills and safety considerations as our adultprogram, but in a kid friendly format. Kayak games andactivities will be used to give kids the needed practice whilekeeping them active and engaged.

Introduction to Kayak is a program that emphasizes safety,enjoyment and skill acquisition in stable recreational kayakThis instructional programs' introduction to safe and efficienpaddling is relevant for learning the foundation skills for padall types of kayaks. This course is designed for adults, butchildren ages 10-15 are welcome to participate with a paren


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Adventure's Calling ClubAge: AllFee: (In Town/Out Town/ Out of State) $5, $10, $15Reg date: Dec. 26Meeting Location: Franklin Recreation Department

Day Time Date State ForestSun 9:00A-12:00 P 2/12 FranklinSun 9:00A-12:00 P 2/26 Dover

Intro to Geo-CachingAges: 8+Fee: $55

Reg Date: Dec. 26Location: Franklin (Emailed location a week before event)

Day Time Date

F 6:00-8:00 P 3/30

Waterville Valley Stay and Ski TripAge: Youth and OlderFee (Youth and Teen/ Adult): $70/$80Reg Date: Dec 26Location Waterville Valley and North Star Inn

Day Time DateSat-Sun Check in Time 4:00 P 02/04-02/05

Waterville Valley and The Franklin Rec. Department are teafor a Ski and Stay Special! This includes a 1 night stay at thNorth Star Inn, 1 full mountain lift ticket and a $12 food vouc

This package also includes round trip shuttle service to andthe mountain, and also allows you access to the White MouAthletic Club. You are responsible for your own transportatio

and from the North Star Inn. Ski and snowboard rentals are Stay Feb. 4th and ski Feb. 5th. To sign up, please call the RDepartment at (508) 520-4909, or register in person at 150Emmons St.

This outing will get you started enjoying the modern daytreasure hunting activity of Geo Caching. You will learn how toget the coordinates for interesting caches near you and how to

use a hand held GPS receiver and compass to find the cache.GPS receivers will be supplied for your use during class. Thiscourse is designed to be enjoyed by individuals, couples andfamilies. Come on out and try something new! Please note thatwell be outdoors in uneven terrain. Please wear goodfootwear and dress appropriately for the weather! Be sure toprovide an email address at which you can be contacted (a few

days before the trip) with a meeting place.

Are you sick of the same old boring weekends? Are you loofor some adventure? Adventure's Calling Club is a program by the Recreation Department for individuals who are lookina fun way to get out into the fresh air of New England and g

some exercise. This program is not for everyone. You must able to walk long distances and be able to carry a backpackyour own food and water. Please dress appropriately for thehikes you sign up for. For more information, please call theRecreation Department at (508) 520-4909.


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Adult Program'sLadies Snowshoeing/TrekAge: AdultFee: $25

Reg Date: Jan. 1Location: Various Locations

Day Time DateS 9:45-11:00 A 3/3-4/7Th 9:45-11:00 A 3/1-4/5

Happy Dogs HikeAge: AdultFee: $25 per sessionReg Date Jan. 1Location: Various Locations

Day Time DateW 10:30-11:30 A 2/29-4/4W 10:30-11:30 A 5/2-6/6

Hatha YogaAge: AdultFee: $60Reg Date: Jan. 1Location: Franklin Recreation Department

Day Time DateT 7:00-8:30 P 2/14-3/20T 7:00-8:30 P 3/27-5/1

Join this invigorating winter 6 week class for the physically fit

hiker! Hiking trails are serene during the winter months. Freshfallen snow only adds to the magic! Plus, you can burn up to1,000 calories an hour on hilly terrain! Join other women andhike or snowshoe, (your choice), in some wonderful local parkareas. Every week we will meet at a new location (a list will begiven out). First week location will be F. Gilbert State Forest,Foxboro. Note: If conditions are icy "ice cleats" on shoes arestrongly recommended. They are available to purchase atseveral locations including: Bass Pro Shop, L.L. Bean and Wal-Mart. Pick Thursday or Saturday.

Hike with your "best friend" season! Join other dog owners inthis new group exercise! Dogs, just like humans are socialbeings. Regular play dates with other dogs are an important part

of your dog's wellbeing. Let's get together for some fresh air anda romp through the woods with your dog. Bring a leash, pick-upbags and water for your dog. No aggressive dogs, please!! Note:Locations will vary; you will be given a list of locations, with

directions, at the first meeting. First meeting location: F. GilbertState Forest, Foxboro

Yoga is an ancient approach to life and offers a complete health

program. Yoga benefits every system in the body; muscular,circulatory, nervous, immune. When approached as a non-competitive activity Hatha yoga is an excellent vehicle for stressmanagement. The emphasis of this class will be to focus inwardand work at your own ability to achieve your highest level ofhealth and happiness. All levels of experience are welcome.The classes are organized in 6 week sessions. Register Online!Please call (508) 528-5511 for more information. Dresscomfortably, bring a mat.

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Franklin Rec Brochure Spring 2012