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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES GUIDE

                              2021 SUMMER
                               PROGRAMS

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SUMMER'S HERE WITH CARROLL
COUNTY RECREATION & PARKS!
    This year marks the 50th anniversary of Carroll County’s Department of Recreation and
    Parks. Over that time, hundreds of thousands of program registrants and park visitors
    have had their lives positively impacted by our programs and parks.

    Generations of residents have played on the same ballfields, hiked trails paddled at Piney
    Run Park and attended Outdoor School at Hashawha. As a community, we are healthier
    because of these experiences and are more in tune with nature and each other.

                                     Coaches served as mentors, teammates became lifelong friends and we likely learned a
                                     thing or two about ourselves, our neighbors, and our community along the way. Join us
                                     this summer for new and exciting programs, get out and enjoy our parks, and help us
                                     continue to celebrate our golden anniversary all year long.

                                Thank you for being a part of our Recreation and Parks story for
                               the past 50 years and we look forward to seeing you this summer.
                                      - Carroll County Department of Recreation and Parks

WHAT’S INSIDE
    2           Introduction & Table of Contents                   17-18       Memberships
    4           Special Events & Programs                          19          Bear Branch Summer Nature Camps
    5           Arts & Enrichment Programs                         20-21       Piney Run Summer Nature Camps
    5-7         Health & Wellness Programs                         22-24       Recreation Camps
    8-9         Athletic & Sports Programs                         25-27       Recreation Council Camps
    10-11       Adaptive Recreation Programs                       28          Information Page
    12-17       Nature & Environment Programs                      29-30       Registration Form & Waiver

REGISTRATION
                                         2021 Summer Program Registration
                            for Carroll County residents opens on Tuesday, May 11, 2021
                             and on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 for Out-of-County residents.

    Phone                                                            By Mail
    410-386-2103, Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm                             Send completed registration form and a check payable
                                                                     to Carroll County Commissioners to:
    Online
                                                                          Carroll County Department of Recreation & Parks
    Visit ccrec.recdesk.com.
                                                                          300 South Center Street
                                                                          Westminster, MD 21157

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Sunday, May 23 at Krimgold Park from 8am-12:30pm

6 and under • 7-9 years • 10-12 years • 13-15 years

  Fishing begins at 8am and concludes at 12pm. Bring your            KRIMGOLD PARK
      own picnic lunch, bait, bucket and fishing gear. All
     registered children will be entered for a door prize.

           Awards will be announced at 12:30pm.                              To reserve a pavilion, visit ccrecpark.org,
                                                                            or you can call our offices at 410-386-2103.

                                                                       · Bennett Cerf Park        · Double Pipe Creek Park
                                                                       · Deer Park                · Landon C. Burns Park
 FREE! Registration required. Visit ccrec.recdesk.com to register.     · Freedom Park             · Piney Run Park
                                                                       · Krimgold Park            · Sandymount Park
                                                                       · Leister Park             · North Carroll Community Pond
                                                                       · Mayeski Park             · Westminster Community Pond

                                                                                                                           DEER PARK

#OurParkAndRecStory #JulyIsParksAndRecMonth #ccrecpark               For more information, visit ccrecpark.org or call 410-386-2103.

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Special Events & Programs
                                                                             Bruce Dutterer Memorial Golf Tournament
                                                                             Friday, September 3 from 8:30am-2pm
                                                                             at Oakmont Green Golf Course 2290 Golf View Lane, Hampstead, MD
                                                                             21+ years
                                                                             Early Bird Discounted Registration Ends 7/31
                                                                             Program #21SU09.02       Early Bird Singles       $70
                                                                             Program #21SU09.03       Early Bird Foursome      $280
                                                                             Program #21SU09.04         Singles           $85
                                                                             Program #21SU09.05         Foursome          $340
                                                                             Join Carroll County Department of Recreation & Parks for our 2021
                                                                             Bruce Dutterer Memorial Golf Tournament. Bruce was a long-time
                                                                             employee with Carroll County Recreation and Parks, with a strong
                                                                             desire to help and support local parks. Bruce started this tourna-
                                                                             ment in 2016, and after his passing it was renamed in his memory.
                                                                             Proceeds will benefit the Park Legacy Fund (see page 31 for details).
                                                                             Check-in will begin at 8:30am, with a Shotgun start at 9am. Fee
                                                                             includes prizes, range balls, drink cart and lunch! Single players
                                                                             will be grouped wiht others.
                                                                             Sponsors are needed: Call 410-386-2103 for details.

    Bruce Dutterer Golf Tournament

    50 Years, 50/50 Raffle
    January 1-September 30 • 18+ years • Program #21WG09.11
    Help support Carroll County Parks by purchasing a 50/50 raffle to                                             Sponsored by

    the Park Legacy Fund. The Park Legacy Fund was established to
    make improvements to parks throughout Carroll County. Raffle
    starts January 1, 2021 and runs through September 30, 2021.
    The winning raffle will be drawn on Saturday, October 2, 2021, via
    Facebook Live.
    Carroll County Recreation & Parks employees are not eligible to enter.
    $5 for 6 entries • $10 for 15 entries
                                                                                  This summer, get out and enjoy a movie with the family
                                                                                     at our Recreation & Parks Summer Movie Nights!
    Doggie Dash - 5K Virtual Fun Run                                                           FREE, registration is required.
    May 24-June 25 • All Ages • Program #21SU09.01
    Join us for our 1st Annual Doggie Dash on-you-own fun run with           Friday, June 11 at Sandymount Park
    your pooch to support the Bennett Cerf Dog Park and the South            Program #21SU09.06       8:45pm    Onward (PG)
    Carroll Dog Park. Participants will have 30 days to complete the         Friday, July 23 at the Carroll County Sports Complex
    run, and return their completion log. Participants can choose to         Program #21SU09.07         8:45pm      Angels in the Outfield (PG)
    add on a t-shirt (adult men sizes 100% preshrunk cotton) or a ban-
    dana for your pooch. Registration ends May 24. Run officially starts     Saturday, August 14 at Mayeski Park
    May 25 and lasts through June 25. T-shirts and bandanas will not         Program #21SU09.08      8:15pm      Gnomeo and Juliet (G)
    be ordered until May 25, and should be ready for pick-up from the        Friday, September 10 at the Carroll County Equestrian Center
    Recreation & Parks office by the middle of June.                         Program #21SU09.09       8pm         Seabiscuit (PG-13)
    $12 (Run only)

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Arts & Enrichment Programs                                                                     Health & Wellness Programs
                                                                                     EPIC: Line Dancing
                                                                                     Tuesdays, June 8-August 3 (no class 7/6)
                                                                                     from 10:45-11:45am at the New Windsor Community Room
                                                                                     18+ years • 8 sessions • Program #21SU04.01
                                                                          Come on out and have some fun with this line dance group! No
                                                                          experience is needed - all levels are welcome. We will dance safely
                                                                          social distanced in this large space. This is a fun beginner program
                                                                          that will be paced based on the participants. There is time to socialize
                                                                          as well as get some fitness in for the day. This program is geared for
                                                                          older adults, but all adults age 18+ are welcome to participate. Breaks
                                                                          will be taken to allow for rest and socialization. Come for fitness, stay
                                                                          for the enjoyment. We'd love to see you here!
                                                                          Instructor: Becky Kishter
                                                                          Resident: $34 per person • Non-Resident: $37 per person

                                                 Alpine Cow Painting      Line Dancing
                                                                          Thursdays, June 3-July 29 (no class 7/1)
Alpine Cow Painting                                                       from 6-7pm at the New Windsor Community Room
Saturday, May 15 from 2-4:30pm at Piney Run Park                          12+ years • 8 sessions • Program #21SU04.02
18+ years • 1 session • Program #21SP02.05                                	Note: We will dance outside in the coned-off
                                                                                   parking lot if weather permits.
No experience necessary. Really! Come wind down with nature and
a paint brush. While socially distancing, you’ll paint your favorite      Dancing is one of the best exercises and is certainly great fun! Come
bovine animal – a whimsical, joyfully decorated cow. Following a          join Rec & Parks to learn the steps to some popular line dances,
step by step drawing method with acrylics on canvas, you’ll learn         in a safe social distanced environment. Some routines are danced
“reduction painting”, paint pens detailing, and how to intensify your     at weddings and festivals, some are old standbys, and some are
colors with chalk pastels. It’s truly a straightforward method that       choreographed to the latest songs. We use a variety of genres so
every skill level has success with. Watch out! You’ll even be tempt-      there is a favorite for everyone! Each session includes review of
ed to name your critter at the end. Do join us. It’s going to be great!   previous songs as well as practice sheets. No dance experience is
There will be a $7 material fee due to instructor at site.                needed, and all levels are welcome. Don’t miss all the fun!
Instructor: Heather Woodburn                                              Instructor: Becky Kishter
Resident: $33 per person • Non-Resident: $36 per person                   Resident: $40 per person • Non-Resident: $43 per person

Plein Air Painting                                                        Clogging: Beginner I
Monday & Tuesday or Wednesday & Thursday                                  Mondays, June 21-August 16 (no class 7/5)
at Various Park Locations (Pavilions)                                     from 6-6:30pm at the Robert Moton Center
6+ years • 2 session                                                      8-Adult • 8 sessions • Program #21SU04.03
Piney Run Park (Pavilion 3)                                               Do you want to learn a new kind of dance - never heard of clogging?
Program #21SU02.01 June 14 & June 15 10am-12:30pm                         Maybe you've heard of it but think its too hard - anyone can learn -
                                                                          come give it try! This is a great activity to do as a family!! Clogging is a
Deer Park (Pavilion 2)
                                                                          fun contemporary American Folk dance for both youth and adults to
Program #21SU02.02        June 14 & 15 6-8:30pm
                                                                          enjoy. No experience is needed for this Beginner Level program. Bring
Hashawha & Bear Branch Nature Center (Lake Hashawha Pavilion)             bottled water, wear comfortable shoes.
Program #21SU02.03 June 16 & 17 10am-12:30pm                              Instructor: Becky Morehouse
Meet us in the park, find a view you like, and paint! It is delightful    	Note: Youth younger than 8 are welcome to try to learn
to paint outside -"plein air" as it is called. One can learn so much by            but must be accompanied by a registered adult
looking at a landscape and capturing on paper. Learn techniques of                 who can work and practice with them.
mixing colors and the handling of the brushes; learn about compo-         Resident: $40 per person • Non-Resident: $43 per person
sition. Each participant must decide between acrylics or watercolors
upon registration. It's fun for all! Meet at the pavilion.
Instructor: Suzanne Brault
Resident: $40 per person • Non-Resident: $43 per person

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Health & Wellness Programs
                                                                         Virtual Tap Dance for Adult Beginners
                                                                         Wednesdays, June 23-July 28 from 6-7pm
                                                                         with Misako Dance via Zoom
                                                                         18+ years • 6 sessions • Program #21SU04.06
                                                                         Tap into your body’s rhythm and coordination and build your brain’s
                                                                         capacity for memory retention with Tap dance! Tap dancing consists
                                                                         of learning and memorizing rhythm patterns which is a great work-
                                                                         out for your brain and body. Tap dancing builds confidence, rhythm,
                                                                         and coordination. Plus, repeating, reversing, and counting the
                                                                         rhythm patterns at the heart of Tap gives the brain needed men-
                                                                         tal exercise, promoting healthy brain activity. So get tapping! This
                                                                         dance style is a great stress reliever too! Wear comfortable clothing
                                                                         & tap shoes. Of course, you’ll want to make sure you have a solid
                                                                         flooring suitable for tap dancing at home.
                                                                         Instructor: Tonja Mask
                                                                         Resident: $72 per person • Non-Resident: $77 per person

                                                                         Virtual Princess Ballet
Clogging: Intermediate/Advanced                                          Thursdays, June 24-July 29
Mondays, June 21-August 16 (no class 7/5)
                                                                         from 6-6:45pm with Misako Dance via Zoom
from 4:30-6pm at the Robert Moton Center
                                                                         5-6 years • 6 sessions • Program #21SU04.07
13-Adult • 8 sessions • Program #21SU04.04
                                                                         What young girl doesn’t dream of being a Princess? Help make
Clogging is a fun contemporary American Folk dance for both youth
                                                                         that dream come true for her by signing her up for Princess Ballet!
and adults to enjoy. This summer program involves multi-level
                                                                         Your young ballerina will learn basic ballet steps and dance with
dancing where the first 1/2 hour is spent on Beg. II routines and
                                                                         scarves to the music of her favorite princesses. This class combines
steps and the last hour progresses to Intermediate/Advanced levels.
                                                                         elementary ballet with the imagination of creative movement.
You must have completed at least Beginner Level clogging to enjoy
                                                                         Beginner ballerinas will establish basic skills in motion, imagination,
the program. (A Beginner I program is offered 6-6:30). Come for the
                                                                         and music appreciation. Leotard, tights, and leather ballet shoes
challenge and safe social atmosphere, stay for the fun! It's a great
                                                                         (no satin slippers) required..
workout! Bring a water bottle and your clogging shoes each week.
                                                                         Instructor: Jeanne Doyle
Instructor: Becky Morehouse
                                                                         Resident: $69 per person • Non-Resident: $73 per person
Resident: $58 per person • Non-Resident: $61 per person

                                                                         Virtual Hip-Hop for Kids
Misako Dance                                                             Fridays, June 25-July 30 from 6:30-7:15pm
                                                                         with Misako Dance via Zoom
Virtual Tap Dancing for Beginners                                        5-6 years • 6 sessions • Program #21SU04.08
Mondays, June 21-August 2 (no class 7/5)
                                                                         Harness all that toe-tapping energy and dance fever! Our introduc-
from 5:15-6pm with Misako Dance via Zoom
                                                                         tion to Hip Hop class will teach beginner techniques and choreog-
5-6 years • 6 sessions • Program #21SU04.05
                                                                         raphy while allowing them to express themselves through creative
Tap into your kid’s innate talent with Tap Dance! Your young dancer      movement. Children spend a good part of class time refining their
will enjoy the challenge of learning the quick, rhythmic footwork        techniques to master some hip hop skill sets. Adding a unique twist
that is at the heart of Tap. Tap dancing builds a student’s confi-       to the program, dancers also spend part of each class working on
dence, rhythm, and coordination. It also fosters their creativity by     complementary gymnastics and stunt skills in order to emphasize
using their imagination. Tap dancing is not only lots of fun but it is   poise and balance.
a great stress reliever too, providing a uniquely satisfying physical    Instructor: Bethany Bilewu
and emotional release because of its ability to produce sound while
                                                                         Resident: $69 per person • Non-Resident: $73 per person
dancing. This makes it a great choice for young boys and girls! Wear
comfortable clothing & tap shoes. Of course, you’ll want to make
sure you have a solid flooring suitable for tap dancing at home.
Instructor: Tonja Mask
Resident: $69 per person • Non-Resident: $73 per person

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Health & Wellness Programs
Carroll County Dance Center & Ballet Conservatory
Pre-Ballet & Tap
Wednesdays, June 23-July 28 at Carroll County Dance Center
6300 Georgetown Blvd Suite 105, Sykesville, MD 21784
6 sessions
Program #21SU04.09           Ages 3-4 years        4-5pm
Program #21SU04.10           Ages 5-6 years        5-6pm
An introduction to the study of ballet and tap. Children learn to lis-
ten and move to rhythm, practice simple floor exercises, and begin
to study the fundamentals of ballet posture and alignment. Move-
ment and musicality are explored through creativity and imagery.
No experience needed.
     Girls Dress Code: S olid colored leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes,
                       black tap shoes, and hair in a bun.
     Boys Dress Code: S olid color t-shirt, solid color shorts, white socks,
                      white ballet shoes, and black tap shoes.
Instructor: Carroll County Dance Center & Ballet Conservatory
Resident: $98 per person • Non-Resident: $103 per person                          Hip Hop Dance
                                                                                  Wednesdays, June 23-July 28 at Carroll County Dance Center
                                                                                  6300 Georgetown Blvd Suite 105, Sykesville, MD 21784
Elementary Ballet                                                                 6 sessions
Wednesdays, June 23-July 28 from 6-7pm                                            Program #21SU04.12          Intro to Hip-Hop      Ages 8+    6-7pm
at Carroll County Dance Center & Ballet Conservatory                              Program #21SU04.13          Hip-Hop II            Ages 11+   7-8pm
6300 Georgetown Blvd Suite 105, Sykesville, MD 21784                              Program #21SU04.14          Hip-Hop III           Ages 14+   8-9pm
7-8 years • 6 sessions • Program #21SU04.11
                                                                                  Get ready to move and get funky. You will learn various styles in-
This class provides a strong foundation in classical ballet technique             cluding Hip-Hop, Popping, Locking, Wacking and House.
and overall dance education through movement exercises designed                   Intro to Hip-Hop: No experience needed.
to build coordination, musicality, strength and flexibility. No experi-           Hip-Hop II: Recommended for dancers with at least 2 years experience.
ence needed.                                                                      Hip-Hop III: Recommended for dancers with at least 4 years experience.
     Girls Dress Code: S olid colored leotard, pink tights, pink ballet shoes,
                       black tap shoes, and hair in a bun.                             Dress Code: T-shirt and shorts, and clean sneakers.

     Boys Dress Code: S olid color t-shirt, solid color shorts, white socks,     Instructor: Carroll County Dance Center & Ballet Conservatory
                      white ballet shoes, and black tap shoes.                    Resident: $98 per person • Non-Resident: $103 per person
Instructor: Carroll County Dance Center & Ballet Conservatory
Resident: $98 per person • Non-Resident: $103 per person
                                                                                                     “We canceled it because
                                                                                                       you didn’t register!”
                                                                                          	Sometimes excellent programs with amazing
                                                                                            instructors are canceled when too many people
                                                                                            wait until the last minute to register.
                                                                                          	Our classes are self-supporting and we must
                                                                                            meet a minimum number of participants before
                                                                                            a class or program will run.

                                                                                                 Interested in a program, don’t
                                                                                                   hesitate — register today!
                        @ccrecpark

                          Visit ccrec.recdesk.com for the latest information about Recreation & Parks programs and to register.

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Athletic & Sports Programs
                                                                         Kindergarten Gymnastics
                                                                         Thursdays at Carroll Gymnastics, Inc.
                                                                         5 S Center Street, #1600, Westminster, 21157
                                                                         Grade K/4-6 years • 4 sessions
                                                                         Program #21SU03.09 June 24-July 15             11:45am-12:30pm
                                                                         Program #21SU03.10 June 24-July 15             4:45-5:30pm
                                                                         Program #21SU03.11 July 22-August 12           11:45am-12:30pm
                                                                         Program #21SU03.12 July 22-August 12           4:45-5:30pm
                                                                         Designed to develop basic movement, balance and listening skills
                                                                         through structured gymnastics activities. Teacher directed without
                                                                         a parent. Student/instructor ratio 5:1.
                                                                         Instructor: Carroll Gymnastics, Inc.
                                                                         Resident: $82 per person • Non-Resident: $86 per person

                                                                         Boys/Girls Basic Gymnastics
                                                                         Saturdays from 10:15-11:15am at Carroll Gymnastics, Inc.
                                                                         5 S Center Street, #1600, Westminster, 21157
                                                                         6-17 years • 4 sessions
                                                                         Program #21SU03.13 June 26-July 17
                                                                         Program #21SU03.14 July 24-August 14
                                                                         Designed for the beginning gymnast. Students will learn basic skill
                                                                         on all gymnastics equipment and trampoline. Student/instructor
    Gymnastics Programs                                                  ratio 7:1..
                                                                         Instructor: Carroll Gymnastics, Inc.
    Preschool Gymnastics                                                 Resident: $92 per person • Non-Resident: $97 per person
    Thursdays at Carroll Gymnastics, Inc.
    5 S Center Street, #1600, Westminster, 21157
    3-4 years • 4 sessions                                               Horseback Riding Programs
    Program #21SU03.01        June 24-July 15      9-9:45am
    Program #21SU03.02        June 24-July 15      4-4:45pm              Beginner Horsemanship Lesson
    Program #21SU03.03        July 22-August 12    9-9:45am              Monday-Friday at Sweet Rock Stables
    Program #21SU03.04        July 22-August 12    4-4:45pm              5112 Roller Road, Manchester, MD 21102
    Designed to develop basic movement, balance and listening skills     6-17 years • 5 sessions
    through structured gymnastics activities. Teacher directed without   Program #21SU03.15 June 28-July 2                 9:30-11:30am
    a parent. Student/instructor ratio 5:1.                              Program #21SU03.16 June 28-July 2                 2-4pm
    Instructor: Carroll Gymnastics, Inc.                                 Program #21SU03.17 July 26-July 30                9:30-11:30am
                                                                         Program #21SU03.18 July 26-July 30                2-4pm
    Resident: $82 per person • Non-Resident: $86 per person
                                                                         Program #21SU03.19 August 16-August 20            9:30-11:30am
                                                                         Program #21SU03.20 August 16-August 20            2-4pm
    Mommy & Me Gymnastics                                                Beginner horsemanship lessons that focus on fun, excitement,
    Thursdays at Carroll Gymnastics, Inc.                                achievement, and horse care education! Activities include: equine
    5 S Center Street, #1600, Westminster, 21157
                                                                         knowledge, grooming, showmanship, riding and horse handling
    2-3 years • 4 sessions
                                                                         activities, dismounted activities, and games.
    Program #21SU03.05        June 24-July 15      9-9:45am
    Program #21SU03.06        June 24-July 15      4-4:45pm              Safety helmets are required, we do have helmets at the barn to fit
    Program #21SU03.07        July 22-August 12    9-9:45am              everyone, but is always nice to have your own. Helmets must be
    Program #21SU03.08        July 22-August 12    4-4:45pm              ASTM/SEI approved for safety. Wear closed-toe shoes for non-riding
                                                                         activities, no flip flops allowed in the barn for safety.
    Designed for the younger child, with parental assistance, to learn
    beginning movements and activities in a structured environment.      Instructor: Sweet Rock Stables
    Student/instructor ratio 5:1                                         Resident: $252 per person • Non-Resident: $260 per person
    Instructor: Carroll Gymnastics, Inc.
    Resident: $82 per person • Non-Resident: $86 per person

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Athletic & Sports Programs
                                                                            Tennis Programs

                                                                            Tennis Tots
                                                                            Monday-Thursday from 4:30-5pm at Deer Park
                                                                            4-6 years • 4 sessions
                                                                            Program #21SU03.23 July 26-July 29         Rain date: 7/30
                                                                            Program #21SU03.24 August 9-August 12 Rain date: 8/13
                                                                            Designed specifically for young children to develop basic rac-
                                                                            quet handling skills and court movement; equipment provided. A
                                                                            perfect way to introduce your tots to tennis! Parental supervision
                                                                            is required. No refunds for weather cancellations or rescheduling
Tristar Martial Arts                                                        conflicts. Bring a water bottle and wear sunscreen.
                                                                            Instructor: Steve French
Martial Arts Programs                                                       Resident: $40 per person • Non-Resident: $43 per person

Tristar Martial Arts for Ages 4-6                                           Tennis Beginner
The first lesson will be held on Wednesday, July 7 at 5pm                   Monday-Thursday from 5-6pm at Deer Park
at Tristar Martial Arts (Westminster) • 30 minute classes                   7-13 years • 4 sessions
130 Airport Dr, Westminster, MD 21157                                       Program #21SU03.25 July 26-July 29               Rain date: 7/30
4-6 years • 6 sessions (1/week) • Program #21SU03.21                        Program #21SU03.26 August 9-August 12            Rain date: 8/13
No experience necessary - Kick off your summer and start your               This program will help children new to the sport develop basic ten-
training in Martial Arts! Learn the basics of self defense along with       nis strokes including forehand, backhand, volleying and overhead.
discipline, respect for others, confidence and fitness. Start by earn-      Participants will also learn scoring and boundaries for both singles
ing your white belt and then begin your path through the martial            and doubles play. Equipment is provided or bring your own. We
arts. Chose one class a week from our flexible schedule, uniform            will safely social distance and sanitize equipment. No refunds for
included.                                                                   weather cancellations or rescheduling conflicts. Bring a water bottle
	Note: The first lesson will be held on Wednesday, July 7 at 5pm.         and wear sunscreen.
         After the first lesson students may pick one of the three          Instructor: Steve French
         options: Wednesdays at 6pm, Thursdays at 4:40pm, or
         Saturdays at 8:30am.                                               Resident: $50 per person • Non-Resident: $54 per person

Instructor: Tristar Martial Arts
Resident: $65 per person • Non-Resident: $69 per person
                                                                            Tennis Advanced Beginner
                                                                            Monday-Thursday from 6-7pm at Deer Park
                                                                            11-17 years • 4 sessions
Tristar Martial Arts for Ages 7+                                            Program #21SU03.27 July 26-July 29               Rain date: 7/30
The first lesson will be held on Wednesday, July 7 at 5pm                   Program #21SU03.28 August 9-August 12            Rain date: 8/13
at Tristar Martial Arts (Westminster) • 40 minute classes
                                                                            A program designed for the older, or the advanced beginner to in-
130 Airport Dr, Westminster, MD 21157
                                                                            termediate level player. This course will help develop tennis strokes
7+ years • 12 sessions (2/week) • Program #21SU03.22
                                                                            and perfect technique. Equipment is provided or bring your own.
No experience necessary - Kick off your summer and start your               We will safely social distance and sanitize equipment. No refunds
training in Martial Arts! Learn the basics of self defense along with       for weather cancellations or rescheduling conflicts. Bring a water
discipline, respect for others, confidence and fitness. Start by earn-      bottle and wear sunscreen.
ing your white belt and then begin your path through the martial            Instructor: Steve French
arts. Chose two classes a week from our flexible schedule, uniform
                                                                            Resident: $50 per person • Non-Resident: $54 per person
included.
	Note: The first lesson will be held on Wednesday, July 7 at 5pm. After
         the first lesson students will proceed with two sessions for 6
         weeks. Students may pick two of the five options: Mondays at
         7:20pm, Tuesdays at 6pm, Wednesdays at 5:20pm, Thursdays                            Visit ccrecpark.org for the latest
         at 6:40pm, or Saturdays at 9:15am.                                                  information about Recreation & Parks
Instructor: Tristar Martial Arts                                                             programs and to register.
Resident: $85 per person • Non-Resident: $90 per person

                                          For more information and to register, visit ccrecpark.org.                                                9
2021 SUMMER PROGRAMS WWW.CCRECPARK.ORG 410-386-2103 300 S. CENTER STREET, WESTMINSTER, MD 21157 - Carroll County Government
Adaptive Recreation Programs
                                                                          Mishmash Fun Fit & Dance Evening
                                                                          Thursday, May 27 from 6-7:30pm
                                                                          at Westminster Senior & Comm Center (parking lot)
                                                                          8+ years • 10 sessions • Program #21SP01.06
                                                                          Dress up! Dress Down! Or dress in any holiday outfit you want!
                                                                          Mishmash is a combination of everything. This is an outdoor activ-
                                                                          ity (weather permitting). Bottled water will be provided, however
                                                                          feel free to bring along your own snack. All are welcome but must
                                                                          pre-register.  Masks required. Please bring a fold up chair for your
                                                                          comfort.
                                                                          Instructor: Recreation Staff
                                                                          Contact Debbie at dgemmill@carrollcountymd.gov for more information.
                                                                          Resident: $6 per person • Non-Resident: $7 per person

                                                                          Adaptive Recreation Creativity Series: Go Green!
                                                                          Thursday, June 17 from 5-6:30pm at the Robert Moton Center
                                                                          8+ years • 1 session • Program #21SU01.01
                                                                          Make a mini greenhouse by planting vegetables or flowers. You can
                                                                          take your greenhouse home when you finish to continue to enjoy
                                                                          and water! Program is in the Robert Moton Center Activity Room.
                                                                          Instructor: Recreation & Parks Staff
                                                                          Resident: $5 per person • Non-Resident: $6 per person
 The Challengers' League

                                                                          Adaptive Recreation Catch and Release
Kayaking at Piney Run Park                                                Thursday, June 24 from 10:30am-Noon at Lake Hashawha
Thursday, May 20 from 11:30am-2pm at Piney Run Park
                                                                          8+ years • 1 session • Program #21SU01.02
16+ years • 1 session • Program #21SP01.12
                                                                          Wanna fish? Get a fishing license & join us at Lake Hashawha. Good
A free, 1 time, kayaking tour for our Adaptive Recreation Partici-
                                                                          to get some outdoor activities in. Must have a 1:1 for this activity.
pants only. Bring a lunch 11:30am-12:30pm, kayaking follows. Driv-
                                                                          We can also do some hiking. Bottled water and a snack provided!
ers must stay on site. No fee for gate admission. Space is limited,
                                                                          Instructor: Recreation & Parks Staff
register now. Masks are required until safely in kayak.
Instructors: Maxine Bukowitz - Recreation & Parks Staff                   Resident: $4 per person • Non-Resident: $5 per person

FREE
                                                                          Adaptive Recreation Drama 101
                                                                          Every other Wednesday, June 30-November 17
The Challengers’ League                                                   from 7-9pm at New Windsor Community Room
Wednesdays, May 26-June 30 from 6:30-7:30pm
                                                                          14+ years • 11+ sessions • Program #21SU01.03
at the Carroll County Sports Complex
8+ years • 6 sessions • Program #21SP01.13                                In Drama 101's first session this past Winter/Spring (zoom/in
                                                                          person), we established show, music, drama skills. This Summer/
Affiliated with “The Oriole Advocates” providing youth and adults
                                                                          Fall session we will meet every other Wednesday beginning June
the opportunity to enjoy the experience of playing baseball. The
                                                                          30 through November 17. Some Saturday classes will be required
more players we have allows us to divide into age appropriate
                                                                          but these times will be coordinated with students well in advance
teams. All levels welcome. Register early to be eligible for additional
                                                                          of session dates. We will continue to build on the same theme, a
special events if any. Masks are required until time of play.
                                                                          compilation of dream elements.
Instructors: Cory Colassard
                                                                          Instructors: Beth and Will Burgess
Resident: $17 per person • Non-Resident: $19 per person
                                                                          New Participants
                                                                          Resident: $40 per person • Non-Resident: $43 per person
                                                                          Returning Participants (attended the Winter/Spring session)
                                                                          Resident: $10 per person • Non-Resident: $11 per person

10                                Carroll County Department of Recreation & Parks • Summer 2021
Adaptive Recreation Programs

Adaptive Recreation Walking for Fitness                                 Carroll County Special Olympics
Thursday, July 1 from 11am-1pm at Westminster Community Pond            Contact Laurie Brewer for more information.
10-70 years • 1 session • Program #21SU01.04                            410-236-1571 • lbrewer10@verizon.net
Take a walk with friends at the Westminster Community Pond.
Everyone can walk at their own pace. We can take breaks on the
benches or continue to walk straight through - it's completely up
to you. There will be a leader from Recreation & Parks to assist.      Check out more Therapeutic
                                                                       Recreation Programs with
We will meet at the pavilion! Wear appropriate clothes, shoes, and
                                                                       Howard County Recreation & Parks
bring water.
Instructor: Recreation & Parks Staff                                                Scan the QR
Resident: $4 per person • Non-Resident: $5 per person                               code with your
                                                                                    smartphone
                                                                                    or visit:
Adaptive Recreation Birdie Buddies                                      http://bit.ly/HCRP-TRprograms
Tuesday, August 3 from 6-8pm at the Robert Moton Center
10-65 years • 1 session • Program #21SU01.05
Badminton is a fun sport, and great exercise. Get your fitness on,
and come out to play! Wear appropriate clothes, shoes, and bring
water.                                                               Helpful Resources
Instructor: Recreation & Parks Staff
                                                                     	Arc of Carroll County
Resident: $4 per person • Non-Resident: $5 per person                  180 Kriders Church Road, Westminster 21158 • 410-848-4124
                                                                     	Change, Inc
Summer Movie Nights: Angels in the Outfield (PG)                       115 Stoner Avenue, Westminster 21157 • 410-848-1824
Friday, July 23 at the Carroll County Sports Complex                 	Family Get Connected Resource Center
Movie start time: 8:45pm • Program #21SU09.07                          255 Clifton Blvd, Westminster 21157 • 410-871-0008
This summer, get out and enjoy a movie at our Recreation & Parks     	Flying Colors of Success
Summer Movie Nights! Concessions available.                            88 E. Main Street, Westminster 21157 • 410-857-6331
See additional Summer Movie Night movies on page 4.                  	Target Community & Educational Services
FREE • Registration is required.                                       111 Stoner Avenue, Westminster 21157 • 410-848-9090

                                       For more information and to register, visit ccrecpark.org.                                  11
Nature & Environment Programs
                                                                        World Environment Day
                                                                        Saturday, June 5 from 9-10am at Piney Run Nature Center
                                                                        5-7 years • 1 session • Program #21SU06.09
                                                                        We only have 1 world, and what can we do to protect and save
                                                                        this amazing place we call earth? Looking at everyday habits from
                                                                        turning out lights, to shorter showers, we will discuss how minor
                                                                        changes make a huge impact. Following a brief discussion, we will
                                                                        hit the trails with trash bags, and gloves to clean the trials. Finally,
                                                                        we will use strange recycled items to make a one-of-a-kind craft to
                                                                        take home to remind us to do our part to save the planet!
                                                                        Instructor: Maxine Bukowitz - Piney Run Nature Center Staff
                                                                        Resident: $10 per person • Non-Resident: $11 per person

                                                                        Hike & Learn
                                                                        Saturdays from 10-11am at Bear Branch Nature Center
                                                                        All Ages • 1 session
                                                                        Program #21SU06.10 June 5          Wildflowers
                                                                        Program #21SU06.11 July 3          Hashawha History
                                                                        Program #21SU06.12 August 7 Monarch Magic
                                                                        Get to know Hashawha a little better this spring on a guided
                                                                        nature hike with the Park Naturalist. Each month we will focus on a
                                                                        different topic as we hike approximately one mile. Upon returning,
                                                                        we’ll record what we’ve observed to share with others. Don’t forget
Sneaky Snakes                                                           your binoculars and water bottles!
Saturday, June 5 from 1-2pm at Bear Branch Nature Center
                                                                        Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff
5-9 years • 1 session • Program #21SU06.07
                                                                        Resident: $7 per person • Non-Resident: $8 per person
Snakes are a commonly feared animal, but many are actually
helpful! Come learn all about this shy animal by meeting a few up
close and personal. We’ll finish with a craft to remind us of our new   National Gardening Exercise Day
snake friends.                                                          Sunday, June 6 from 11am-Noon at Piney Run Nature Center
Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff                             6+ years • 1 session • Program #21SU06.13

Resident: $7 per person • Non-Resident: $8 per person                   Join us at the park as we get our hands dirty and take a hike to see
                                                                        how many different trees, shrubs, plants and flowers we can find.
                                                                        We will return to the nature center, and plant our own container
Let's Go Fishing!                                                       garden to take home.
Saturday, June 5 from 10-11am at Piney Run Nature Center
                                                                        Instructor: Maxine Bukowitz - Piney Run Nature Center Staff
5-11 years • 1 session • Program #21SU06.08
Who exactly calls Piney Run lake home? Meet us behind the               Resident: $10 per person • Non-Resident: $11 per person
Nature Center as we make our way down to the lake. let’s see what
treasures we find using our bamboo poles (or you can bring your
own), dip nets, and buckets. While we enjoy catching all our scaly
friends, we must remember to return them to their home!
Instructor: Maxine Bukowitz - Piney Run Nature Center Staff
Resident: $10 per person • Non-Resident: $11 per person
                                                                                         For ages 15 & under
                                                                        Saturday, June 12 from 7am-Noon
                                                                                   Park gate opens at 6:30am
                                                                                   at Piney Run Park
                                                                              Tournament fee: $5 per child
                                                                            Park entrance fee waived for participants.

12                               Carroll County Department of Recreation & Parks • Summer 2021
Nature & Environment Programs

                Friday, June 18 from 6-11pm
                     at Piney Run Park
        1st Place: $200 • 2nd Place: $150 • 3rd Place: $100
                Biggest Fish takes home a trophy!
    Pre-registration tournament fee: $15 per angler
                                      until Thursday, June 17 at 4pm
    Day-of tournament registration fee: $20 per angler                    Raptor Photoshoot
                                                                          Photo by Mike L Washington
    $10 boat launch fee applies for private boats; vehicle entrance
    fee is waived; rental boats are available for $20 per boat. Call      Dad and Me!
    Piney Run Park at 410-795-5165 to reserve a boat.
                                                                          Saturday, June 19 from 10-11am at Piney Run Nature Center
                                                                          5-11 years • 1 session • Program #21SU06.20
Bear Cub Explorers                                                        With Father’s Day around the corner, what better present then a
Thursdays, from 2-3pm at Bear Branch Nature Center                        little bit of quality time! With an extra set of hands, why not build
3-6 years • 1 session                                                     a bird house together to take home, and enjoy bird watching for
Program #21SU06.17      June 10    Seed Dispersal                         years to come! We will provide materials and tools; you provide
Program #21SU06.18      July 22    Insect Investigation                   helping hands and imagination!
Program #21SU06.19      August 5 Monarch Magic
                                                                          Instructor: Maxine Bukowitz - Piney Run Nature Center Staff
After reviewing a nature-related theme with the help of one or
                                                                          Resident: $10 per person • Non-Resident: $11 per person
more of our captive animals, we’ll head outside to put our new
knowledge to the test! We’ll finish up with an interactive craft
to remind us of our day. Each month explores a different theme;           Dipnetting Discovery
activities are planned for ages 3-6; tag-along siblings must register.    Saturday, June 19 from 2-3pm at Bear Branch Nature Center
Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff                               3-9 years • 1 session • Program #21SU06.21
                                                                          Ever wondered what’s living in the water? Using dip nets and our
Resident: $7 per person • Non-Resident: $8 per person
                                                                          hands, we’ll search the bottom of the lake for critters! Participants
                                                                          will meet at the nature center and hike down to the lake together.
Meet the Beekeeper                                                        Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff
Saturdays, from 10-11am at Bear Branch Nature Center
All Ages • 1 session                                                      Resident: $7 per person • Non-Resident: $8 per person
Program #21SU06.14     June 19
Program #21SU06.15     July 17                                            Raptor Photo Shoot
Program #21SU06.16     August 21                                          Saturday, June 19 from 10-11am at Hashawha Raptor Mews
Join the Carroll County Beekeepers Association (CCBA) for an              All Ages • 1 session • Program #21SU06.22
interactive, hands-on presentation on honeybees and beekeeping.           Capture our birds of prey on camera in their natural surroundings
Take a close look at the observation hive, discover what honeybees        while learning more about these amazing animals! Photographers
are doing this time of year, and learn the basics of starting a hive of   of all levels are welcome. Bring your camera or smart phone and
your own.                                                                 meet at the Raptor Mews.
Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff                               Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff
Resident: $7 per person • Non-Resident: $8 per person                     Resident: $7 per person • Non-Resident: $8 per person

                                         For more information and to register, visit ccrecpark.org.                                               13
Nature & Environment Programs

                                                                   Pre-School Discovery Week
                                                                   Wednesday-Friday, June 23-25 from 10-11:30am
                                                                   at Piney Run Nature Center
                                                                   3-5 years • 3 session • Program #21SU06.29
                                                                   Calling all nature lovers and a parent/guardian. During these 3
                                                                   mornings, we will discover who and what lives at Piney Run Park
                                                                   and Nature Center! From fields, to woods, to water, we will explore
                                                                   all through hikes, crafts books and more!
                                                                   Instructor: Maxine Bukowitz - Piney Run Nature Center Staff
                                                                   Resident: $30 per person • Non-Resident: $33 per person

                                                                   Little Explorers First Camp
                                                                   Wednesday-Friday, June 23-25 from 9:30-11am
Kayaking at Piney Run Park
                                                                   at Bear Branch Nature Center
Various Dates & Times at Piney Run Nature Center
                                                                   3-5 years • 3 session • Program #21SU06.30
16+ years • 1 session
Mornings                                                           Join the naturalist for fun-filled mornings at Bear Branch in
Program #21SU06.23       Sunday, June 20     7-8:30am              this introductory camp experience! We’ll enjoy nature through
Program #21SU06.24       Sunday, July 18     7-8:30am              exploration, songs, crafts and play. A parent or guardian is required
                                                                   to stay each day. Participating siblings must be registered.
Evenings
Program #21SU06.25      Friday, June 4       7:30-9pm              Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff
Program #21SU06.26      Friday, July 2       7-8:30pm              Resident: $35 per person • Non-Resident: $38 per person
Program #21SU06.27      Saturday, July 10    7:30-9pm
Program #21SU06.28      Sunday, August 22    7:30-9pm
                                                                   Wildlife Photography Hike
To participate, you must be able to swim. Beginners are welcome,   Saturdays, from 10-11am at Bear Branch Nature Center
however you must be comfortable in a kayak on the water. You       All Ages • 1 session
must wear a properly fitted Personal Flotation Device (PFD)        Program #21SU06.31     June 26
life jacket provided , or may bring one of your own. A short       Program #21SU06.32     July 17
lesson /demonstration on kayaking skills will be provided. Dress   Program #21SU06.33     August 14
appropriately for the weather. Bring a hat, sunglasses and water
bottle and shoes that are able to get wet.                         Are you an amateur photographer looking to practice your skills
                                                                   in the beautiful outdoors or meet other photographers like
For youth under 18, parental consent and a waiver is required to   yourself? Join a Master Naturalist on a guided hike through the
be signed the day of the paddle. Youth must be accompanied by a    park to find some excellent shots of nature. This program will
participating parent/guardian.                                     help you find places in the park to practice your current skills and
Instructor: Maxine Bukowitz - Piney Run Nature Center Staff        is not a photography lesson. Registrants must provide their own
                                                                   equipment.
Resident: $20 per person • Non-Resident: $22 per person
                                                                   Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff
                                                                   Resident: $7 per person • Non-Resident: $8 per person

14                              Carroll County Department of Recreation & Parks • Summer 2021
Nature & Environment Programs
Just a Walk Around the Bark!
Saturdays, from 8:30-10am at Piney Run Nature Center
15+ years • 1 session
Program #21SU06.34      July 3
Program #21SU06.35      July 17
Program #21SU06.36      August 7
Program #21SU06.37      August 21
Welcome to the dog days of summer – Really, the true dog days.
We hope you will join us while we take a beautiful stroll with man’s
(and women’s) best friend. We will begin our hike at the nature
center with a water for all of us. Following a hike through the inlet
trial, concluding our hike at the nature center where we will reward
our besties with their own goodie bag! All dogs must be on a leash,
fully vaccinated, and play well with others!
                                                                                             Friday July 16 from 6-11pm
                                                                                                  at Piney Run Park
Instructor: Maxine Bukowitz - Piney Run Nature Center Staff
                                                                                    1st Place: $200 • 2nd Place: $150 • 3rd Place: $100
Resident: $12 per person • Non-Resident: $14 per person                                     Biggest Fish takes home a trophy!
                                                                              Pre-registration tournament fee: $15 per angler
Just Catching Some Rays!                                                                                         until Thursday, July 15 at 4pm
Saturday, July 3 from 11am-Noon at Piney Run Nature Center
6+ years • 1 session • Program #21SU06.38                                     Day-of tournament registration fee: $20 per angler

Time to get the sunglasses out! Why not try to catch some of those            $10 boat launch fee applies for private boats; vehicle entrance
rays in a one of a kind suncatcher. Using glass crystals and beads,           fee is waived; rental boats are available for $20 per boat. Call
this lovely ornament displayed by your window will “catch” the                Piney Run Park at 410-795-5165 to reserve a boat.
sunlight and form beautiful reflections and rainbows in your room!
Instructor: Maxine Bukowitz - Piney Run Nature Center Staff                  Slate Painting!
Resident: $10 per person • Non-Resident: $11 per person                      Saturday, July 17 from 1-3pm at Piney Run Nature Center
                                                                             16+ years • 1 session • Program #21SU06.40
                                                                             Grab your friends and join us for our summer slate sign painting
Microhabitat Investigation
                                                                             workshop at Piney Run Park with the talented instructor, Heather
Saturday, July 10 from 2-2:45pm at Bear Branch Nature Center
                                                                             Woodburn. Using acrylic paints, and hang-ready slate with faux
5-9 years • 1 session • Program #21SU06.39
                                                                             leather cords. The slate sign measures 11” wide by 22” long. Relax
Join a Master Naturalist in looking more closely at what lives under         and enjoy yourself while making a useable memory or gift, all while
our feet. We’ll use items you can find around the house to mark our          safely socializing. Your painting will be a great addition to your
own investigation sites then use magnifying glasses to take a closer         summer décor or will make a unique gift for someone special. No
look at all the incredible life around us. We’ll find 3 different sites to   experience necessary!
see how life varies by habitat.
                                                                             Instructor: Heather Woodburn
Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff
                                                                             Resident: $45 per person • Non-Resident: $48 per person
Resident: $7 per person • Non-Resident: $8 per person

                                                                             Evening Martin Cabin Hike & Campfire
                                                                             Friday, July 23 from 7-8:30pm at Bear Branch Nature Center
                                                                             5-Adult • 1 session • Program #21SU06.41

                                Interested in a program?                     Join us for an evening hike to the Martin Cabin to learn what life
                                Space is limited, register now!              was like in Maryland in the 1800’s. We’ll hike from the nature
                                                                             center up to the cabin, explore 19th century artifacts, the cabin’s
                                Register online today at                     interior, and enjoy a campfire. Bring your own treats to roast over
                                ccrec.recdesk.com.                           the fire!
                                                                             Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff
                                                                             Resident: $7 per person • Non-Resident: $8 per person

                                          For more information and to register, visit ccrecpark.org.                                               15
Nature & Environment Programs
Stream Search                                                            Canoe & Campfire
Saturday, July 24 from 2-3:30pm at Bear Branch Nature Center             Saturday, August 14 from 5-7:30pm at Piney Run Nature Center
6-11 years • 1 session • Program #21SU06.42                              4+ years • 1 session • Program #21SU06.46
Cool off on a hot summer day at the stream! From the nature              Looking for the canoe 101 class! Learn the basics while we take an
center we’ll hike to the Bear Branch stream to walk in the water and     easy paddle on the lake at Piney Run. Following our paddle, we will
search for aquatic creatures. Nets and other materials provided.         continue with a relaxing campfire! (i do s’mores)
Wear closed-toe shoes and clothes that can get wet!                      No children under the age of 4, and children must be at least of
Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff                              over 50lbs to be in a PFD. Anyone under the age of 16 will need
                                                                         to have a parent/guardian registered for the program and will be
Resident: $7 per person • Non-Resident: $8 per person
                                                                         required to canoe in the same boat as their child.
                                                                         Instructor: Piney Run Nature Center Staff
Toad Abodes
                                                                         Resident: $15 per person • Non-Resident: $17 per person
Saturday, August 7 from 2-2:45pm at Bear Branch Nature Center
All Ages • 1 session • Program #21SU06.43
We’ll learn more about the amphibians of Carroll County by               Full Moon Owl Prowl
meeting our resident toad and going on a short hike to search for        Saturday, August 21 from 7:30-9pm at Piney Run Nature Center
frogs. Afterwards, we’ll use paint to transform a terra-cotta pot into   All Ages • 1 session • Program #21SU06.47
a toad habitat you can take home!                                        It is almost a full moon. Let’s explore the woodlands of Piney Run to
Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff                              see if we can find some of our owls that call Piney Run home. After
                                                                         we search for the owls in the wild, we will visit our Nature Center
Resident: $7 per person • Non-Resident: $8 per person                    Aviary resident owls. Remember to bring your camera, the owls are
                                                                         very photogenic!
Toads Abode!                                                             Instructor: Maxine Bukowitz - Piney Run Nature Center Staff
Saturday, August 7 from 10-11am at Piney Run Nature Center
                                                                         Resident: $10 per person • Non-Resident: $11 per person
5+ years • 1 session • Program #21SU06.44
Exploring our woodland area, let’s see if we can find toads,
salamanders, and any other friends that call our woods home. After
our search for critters, we will return to the nature center to make
our own toad abode!
Instructor: Maxine Bukowitz - Piney Run Nature Center Staff
Resident: $10 per person • Non-Resident: $11 per person

Insect Investigation
Saturday, August 14 from 2-3pm at Bear Branch Nature Center
5-9 years • 1 session • Program #21SU06.45
Investigate some incredible insects at Bear Branch Nature Center!
With the help of a Master Naturalist and some of our nature center
residents, you’ll learn the characteristics and body parts of insects             Saturday, August 21 from 7am-Noon
as well as the difference between insects and their arthropod                              at Piney Run Park
cousins. We’ll then put that knowledge to use as we catch some                                 Park gates open at 6:30am.
insects and other creepy crawlies to determine what they are!
                                                                                1st Place: $200 • 2nd Place: $150 • 3rd Place: $100
Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff                                             Biggest Fish takes home a trophy!
Resident: $7 per person • Non-Resident: $8 per person
                                                                             Pre-registration tournament fee: $
                                                                                                               15 per angler
                                                                                                               until Friday, August 20 at 4pm
                                                                             Day-of tournament registration fee: $20 per angler

                                                                             $10 boat launch fee applies for private boats; vehicle entrance
                                                                             fee is waived; rental boats are available for $20 per boat. Call
                                                                             Piney Run Park at 410-795-5165 to reserve a boat.

16                                Carroll County Department of Recreation & Parks • Summer 2021
Nature & Environment Programs                                                      Recreation & Parks Memberships
                                                                         Women in Progress
                                                                         Membership for 2021
                                                                         18+ years • Multiple Sessions • Program #21YR05.08
                                                                         We are all “works in progress”. Women in particular tend toward
                                                                         care of others before care of themselves. Considering this, our
                                                                         group provides time for friendship, support, activity and new
                                                                         experiences. Come alone or grab a girlfriend and make some time
                                                                         for yourself. Trips/speakers/activities/food & drink/arts & crafts/
                                                                         education/events & gatherings will be scheduled on varying days/
                                                                         times with a monthly schedule announced by email to the group.
                                                                         Just RSVP for those you would like to participate in. Some activities
                                                                         will require additional fees or ticket purchases on your own. Trips
                                                                         (due to COVID19) will be drive on your own or carpool. All events
                                                                         will be socially distanced and masks are required.
                                                                         Resident: $30 per person • Non-Resident: $35 per person

                                                                         CC Riders
                                                                         Membership for 2021
                                                                         18+ years • Multiple Sessions • Program #20YR05.04
                                                                         CC Riders is a bicycle group for those riders looking to participate in
                                                                         group lead rides throughout Carroll County. Due to social distanc-
                                                                         ing and COVID restrictions, the group rides have been postponed,
                                                                         however we are currently accepting members. Membership is free
                                                                         until groups rides resume.
                                                                         FREE
Monarch Magic
Thursday, August 26 from 2-3pm at Bear Branch Nature Center              Dog Park Memberships:
5-12 years (w/ an adult) • 1 session • Program #21SU06.48                Bennett Cerf Dog Park & South Carroll Dog Park
Meet a few caterpillars up close and learn the importance of this        Membership for 2021
incredible insect! Then help us search the meadows for caterpillars      18+ years • Register at ccrec.recdesk.com
to help raise and release as part of “Monarch Watch”, a project
                                                                         Membership is for the 2021 year (January through December);
aimed at increasing the population of monarch butterflies. You can
                                                                         registration is accepted anytime during the year. The dog park is
keep your caterpillars here or take them home to raise on your
                                                                         a great place to socialize and exercise your dog. Park hours are
own!
                                                                         sunrise to sunset, 365 days a year (maintenance days are posted
Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff                              as needed).
Resident: $7 per person • Non-Resident: $8 per person                    Bennett Cerf Dog Park OR South Carroll Dog Park
                                                                         Up to 2 Dogs: $30 • Additional Dogs: $5 per dog
Owl Prowl Night Hike & Campfire                                          Both Bennett Cerf Dog Park AND South Carroll Dog Park
Friday, August 27 from 7-8:30pm at Bear Branch Nature Center             Up to 2 Dogs: $50 • Additional Dogs: $5 per dog
All Ages • 1 session • Program #21SU06.49
Join the park naturalist for a night hike to search for owls! We’ll      Adopt a Critter
meet one of our captive owls to learn about how these amazing            Membership for 2021 • Program #20YR05.11
animals hunt in the night and use a caller to attract wild owls to us.
                                                                         The Nature Center’s live animal collection requires constant care.
The hike will end at a campfire where we can listen to the sounds in
                                                                         Support the critters or sponsor a particular animal! The sponsors
the night. Bring your own treats to roast over the fire!
                                                                         will get a picture of the critter they are sponsoring in the mail and
Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff                              be invited to a private program which will include the sponsored
Resident: $7 per person • Non-Resident: $8 per person                    animals and light refreshments.
                                                                         Resident/Non-Resident: $30 per person

                                        For more information and to register, visit ccrecpark.org.                                               17
Nature Center Memberships

      2021
      BEAR BRANCH & PINEY RUN
      N AT U R E C E N T E R M E M B E R S H I P S
      Nature Center Members play an important role within our parks and
      membership has numerous privileges! Membership benefits include
      early and discounted registration for Nature Camps, 10% discount
      in the gift shop at both Nature Centers, discounts for several other
      council-sponsored events, free admission to Piney Run Park for
      Council events at the Nature Center, and invitations to 'Members Only'
      programs. As a member you also know that you are helping to support
      quality environmental education programs at the Nature Centers in
      Carroll County.

       Register online at ccrecpark.org or use the form below to mail in with
                 a check payable to: Carroll County Commissioners

      NATURE CENTER MEMBERSHIP RATES

        Family           $25        Individual         $15        Senior             $8        Student            $10        Lifetime           $250
                                                                  (62+ years)

      Enclosed is a check for $            for a/an     FAMILY            INDIVIDUAL            SENIOR (62+)            STUDENT             LIFETIME

                             membership for        BEAR BRANCH NATURE CENTER                   PINEY RUN NATURE CENTER

      NAME

      STREET ADDRESS

      CITY                                                        STATE                                                 ZIP CODE

      PHONE                                                       EMAIL ADDRESS

                 Contributions in excess of your membership fee are tax deductible and are earmarked for the Carroll County Park Legacy Fund.

18                                  Carroll County Department of Recreation & Parks • Summer 2021
Bear Branch Summer Nature Camps

Creepy Crawlies Camp                                                   Beautiful Birds Camp Day

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Tuesday-Friday, July 13-July 16 from 9am-4pm                           from 9am-4pm at Bear Branch Nature Center

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at Bear Branch Nature Center                                           9-11 years • 1 session
6-8 years • 4 sessions • Program #21CP11.01                            Program #21CP11.03 Friday        August 13

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Some of the coolest creatures are also the creepiest ones. During      Program #21CP11.04 Saturday August 21

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our camp week we’ll discover what creatures can be found under         Too busy for a whole week of camp? Join us for a single day camp
logs, dig up our own worms for fishing, practice our bug catching      experience as we get to know all of the birds at Hashawha at our
skills and see what lives in the mud of the lake, all while learning   beautiful birds camp day! We’ll learn about bird habitats as we hike
how important all these creatures are to the environment. And          along the bluebird trail, find out about bird behaviors as we call for
when it gets hot, we’ll hunt for crawfish in the Bear Branch stream!   crows, get to know the resident raptors up close and make a bird
We’ll also have plenty of time for games and crafts to take home.      friendly craft to take home! We’ll take breaks to eat, play games
Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff                            and cool off in the stream!
Members: $180 per person • Non-Members: $200 per person                Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff
                                                                       Members: $50 per person • Non-Members: $55 per person
All About Water Adventure Camp

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Tuesday-Friday, July 27-July 30 from 9am-4pm                           Wonderful Water Camp Day

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at Bear Branch Nature Center                                           from 9am-4pm at Bear Branch Nature Center
6-8 years • 4 sessions • Program #21CP11.02                            9-11 years • 1 session

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There are many sources of water in the park and a hot summer           Program #21CP11.05 Wednesday August 11

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week is the best time to see them all. Learn how lakes and ponds       Program #21CP11.06 Thursday        August 19
are formed while searching for salamanders in a stream, find out       Too busy for a whole week of camp? Join us for a single day camp
what creatures need more than just water while dipnetting in the       experience as we explore the many sources of water in the park.
lake and cool off hiking along the Bear Branch stream! We’ll take      Learn how our ponds are formed as we search for salamanders in a
time each day to play games, make crafts and explore the nature        stream, then find out who lives in the lake as we learn how to fish.
center.                                                                See what fun water can be by making your own bubbles then cool
Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff                            off hiking along the Bear Branch stream!
Members: $180 per person • Non-Members: $200 per person                Instructor: Bear Branch Nature Center Staff
                                                                       Members: $50 per person • Non-Members: $55 per person

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Piney Run Summer Nature Camps
Diversity of Animals (Group K)
Monday-Friday from 9:30am-3:30pm at Piney Run Park

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Grade K • 5 sessions

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Program #21CP11.07 July 5-July 9
Program #21CP11.08 July 12-July 16

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Program #21CP11.09 July 19-July 23

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Program #21CP11.10 July 26-July 30
Campers will be learning about reptiles, amphibians, birds, mam-
mals, fish and insects, and our role in protecting them.
This group is for children finishing kindergarten. T-shirts will be
ordered for the camp participants, and will be subject to availability.
Instructor: Piney Run Camp Staff
Members: $145 per person • Non-members: $170 per person

The Earth (Group 1)
Monday-Friday from 9:30am-3:30pm at Piney Run Park                                Forest Habitat (Group 3)

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Grade 1 • 5 sessions                                                              Monday-Friday from 9:30am-3:30pm at Piney Run Park

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Program #21CP11.11 July 5-July 9                                                  Grade 3 • 5 sessions

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Program #21CP11.12 July 12-July 16                                                Program #21CP11.19 July 5-July 9

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Program #21CP11.13 July 19-July 23                                                Program #21CP11.20 July 12-July 16

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Program #21CP11.14 July 26-July 30                                                Program #21CP11.21 July 19-July 23

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Campers will be learning about the natural treasures found on                     Program #21CP11.22 July 26-July 30
earth, including rocks and minerals, fossils, volcanoes, and weather              Campers will be learning about the plants, animals and soils that
as well as plants and animals that depend on the earth.                           bring together the forest at Piney Run Park.
This group is for children finishing 1st grade. T-shirts will be ordered          This group is for children finishing 3rd grade. T-shirts will be ordered
for the camp participants, and will be subject to availability.                   for the camp participants, and will be subject to availability.
Instructor: Piney Run Camp Staff                                                  Instructor: Piney Run Camp Staff
Members: $145 per person • Non-members: $170 per person                           Members: $145 per person • Non-members: $170 per person

World of Plants (Group 2)                                                         World of Water (Group 4)
Monday-Friday from 9:30am-3:30pm at Piney Run Park                                Monday-Friday from 9:30am-3:30pm* at Piney Run Park

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Grade 2 • 5 sessions                                                              Grade 4 • 5 sessions

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Program #21CP11.15 July 5-July 9                                                  Program #21CP11.23 July 5-July 9
Program #21CP11.16 July 12-July 16

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                                                                                  Program #21CP11.24 July 12-July 16

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Program #21CP11.17 July 19-July 23                                                Program #21CP11.25 July 19-July 23
Program #21CP11.18 July 26-July 30

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                                                                                  Program #21CP11.26 July 26-July 30
Campers will learn about plant life, from lily pads to trees, and their

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                                                                                  Campers will learn about the freshwater habitats in the Park. The
importance in nature and our survival.                                            focus will be on aquatic insects, fish, waterfowl and other animals
This group is for children finishing 2nd grade. T-shirts will be ordered          that depend upon water.
for the camp participants, and will be subject to availability.                   This group is for children finishing 4th grade. T-shirts will be ordered
Instructor: Piney Run Camp Staff                                                  for the camp participants, and will be subject to availability.
Members: $145 per person • Non-members: $170 per person                           * Friday evening pickup time is 9pm. Campers stay late for a camp-
                                                                                     fire, supper and evening activities.
                                                                                  Instructor: Piney Run Camp Staff
                                                                                  Members: $155 per person • Non-members: $180 per person

 Piney Run Park will provide early drop-off from 8-9:20am, and late pick-up from 3:30-5pm each day of camp at Pavilion #5 in the park. The cost is $10/session
 (am or pm); or $15/day for both am and pm; or $70/week for both am and pm. This service is provided by park staff, camp counselors and/or volunteers.
 NOTE: A $10/per child late fee will be assessed for every 15 minutes after 5pm for those campers not yet picked up-no exceptions!

20                              Carroll County Department of Recreation & Parks • 2021 Summer Camps
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