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Spring is here and summer is close behind! Look inside for articles on Dunning Lake Playground (page 6)
Drive “fore” Camp Golf Tournament (page 12), and
Half Day Camps (page 26), and more…
SPRING/SUMMER 2021
Fostering a Love for the Outdoors • Developing Leadership and Life Skills • Creating a Sense of Community
DIRECTOR’S CHAIR
Dear Friends,
It has been 7 years since I have been able write an opening letter in this publication and boast about
a wonderful winter. Mother Nature brought us an early Christmas present in mid-December with a
beautiful blanket of snow almost a foot deep. There is nothing like early snow to get ski enthusiasts
excited. The snow was washed away on Christmas Eve, but returned on February 1st and we had almost
the entire month of winter activities. The cold temperatures and recurring snowfalls have made for the
best skiing in close to a decade. The ski center certainly looked different this year with service windows,
limited access to the hall, and outside delivery of equipment due to COVID-19. However, those changes
didn’t stop people from coming out in droves to ski, snowshoe, and sled.
The pandemic continues to affect the way we do business and all of our daily lives. Positivity rates
spiked around the holidays, but fortunately numbers have come down since then. The State is talking
about loosening some of the restrictions in mid-March which will be a boost for everyone. The distribu-
tion of the vaccine is also helping the overall situation as more and more people receive it. One of the
positive things out of this mess is that we have seen a staggering amount of interest in our programs.
Historically, our fall and winter programs are not well attended but that has certainly changed this
year with almost every program filling. It has been great to see so many of you at the park taking full
advantage of your facility and programs.
Planning programs for the next 6 months is challenging during this time. As the staff began to discuss
the calendar, we were constantly wondering what the State guidelines may be and how we could safely
run programs and accommodate this increase in demand. Things are constantly changing but we know
for sure that all programs will require preregistration and there will be limits. We will be delaying regis-
tration on many programs to allow for what we hope will be increased capacity limits. Please be patient
as we roll these programs out and be sure to watch your email and our website for the latest information.
The question of capacity at the beach and guests being allowed for the summer is still unanswered.
We would like to operate as normal as possible, but all those answers will depend on the virus, positivity
rates, and state guidelines. We are hopeful things will continue to improve.
In this newsletter you will find an article on our plans to replace the Dunning Lake playground.
We started plans on this exciting project last year and temporarily put things on hold with the pan-
demic. This project is part of the 10-Year Dunning Lake Master Plan and will involve replacing our
two aging playscapes at the beach with the latest in play equipment for your children. Communication
and illustrations on this project will be distributed throughout the year, along with opportunities for
you to provide support.
On behalf of our staff and the Board of Directors, I want to thank you for your support of this
organization. The past 12 months have been hard on everyone. From time out of school and vacations
missed, to loss of income and the death of loved ones, it has been rough all around. What this year
has shown us is that people care, and hope is not lost. Things are improving and Winding Trails will
continue to be a space where you can relax, refuel the soul, and enjoy family and friends. We look
forward to continuing to serve you. If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions, please don’t
hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,
Scott Brown, CPRP
Executive Director
2 SPRING/SUMMER NEWSLETTER
GENERAL INFORMATION
WINDING TRAILS 2021 BOARD OF DIRECTORS COVID-19 UPDATES
Kristen Burns, President Dave Kinahan Protocols around this pandemic are constantly
Brian Cunningham, Vice President Wendy Ku changing. Please visit our website at www.windingtrails.org/
covid-19-information to see the latest information.
Tom Greenebaum, Treasurer Patty Lavendier
Jeff Ferraro, Secretary Alana Ledford
Jonathan Chaia Betsy Sargent MAIN OFFICE HOURS
Cedric DeLaCruz Walter Sargent The main office is open 8:30am – 4:00pm Monday through
Jason Hamilton Rob Tacinelli Friday. The main office will be closed on Memorial Day,
Monday, May 31st and Monday, July 5th for Independence Day.
If you miss the office hours, you can always use the convenient
WINDING TRAILS 2021 Drop Box slot next to the office door.
COMMITTEE MEMBER VOLUNTEERS
Stacie Aubrey Lisa Duquette Jeff Rogers PARK HOURS
Rick Blake Joy Fausey Tim Roy The park will be open daily from 8:00am to dusk. Swimming
Kerry Callahan Eric Garcia Tom Roy is available beginning Saturday, June 5th to Saturday, July
Patrick Carrier Kimberly Hughes Shannon 31st from 10:00am to 7:45pm and from Sunday, August 1st to
Rutherford Monday, September 6th from 10:00am to 7:30pm (depend-
Chris Chisholm Steve Juers ing on staff availability). The gate locks promptly at dusk.
Ann Clark Rob Low James Sullivan
(Please refer to your membership handbook for policies and
Jill Clark Scott Muska Rob Tacinelli regulations or our website www.windingtrails.org on the
Sal Corio Pam Nahorniak Danielle Truncali Membership page).
Mike Daly Reem Noah Jon Wu
Kate Doemland Jim Platosh THE GRILLE HOURS
The Grille is our concession stand at Dunning Lake located
LOOKING FOR VOLUNTEERS TO SERVE on the west side of the bathhouse. It is open on weekends
only, from June 5th to June 11th. It will be open 7 days a
ON THE BOARD AND COMMITTEES week starting June 12th through August 22nd. The Grille
Winding Trails is a nonprofit organization that relies upon will be open weekends only August 21st through September
volunteer members to help provide governance for the orga- 6th depending on staff coverage. The Grille hours are from
nization. In addition to the Board of Directors, there are six 11:30am – 7:00pm.
committees that work to provide strategic, fiduciary, and
generative oversight for the organization. Each year, we
look for new members with diverse backgrounds in age, sex, GUEST FEES
ethnicity, and interests to serve on the Board of Directors With COVID-19 still an issue at the time of this printing,
and various committees. Time commitment varies depend- we do not know what restrictions will be put in place for the
ing on the position. If you feel you have skills in fundraising, summer. We will certainly still be contact tracing and ask
strategic planning, construction, human resources, insurance, that you visit www.windingtrails.org/guests to register your
engineering, finance, recreation, environmental issues, sus- guests online.
tainability, or other pertinent areas that would be of help to Guest fees are $7.00 for adults and $5.00 for children ages 3 to
us, please contact Scott Brown, Executive Director at (860) 15. Updates to policy restrictions around guests will be shared
677-8458 ext. 18. Help make a difference in your facility. with the membership as we get closer to our summer season.
WINDING TRAILS STAFF • (860) 677-8458
Membership/Programs Admin. Kim Kowalski Ext. 10 kim@windingtrails.org
Recreation Supervisor Bailey Dailey Ext. 11 bailey@windingtrails.org
Camp Administrator Renee Felter Ext. 12 renee@windingtrails.org
Recreation Coordinator Michon Nocera Ext. 13 michon@windingtrails.org
Camp Director Keith Garbart Ext. 14 keith@windingtrails.org
Education Director Mark Dale Ext. 16 mark@windingtrails.org
Executive Director Scott Brown, CPRP Ext. 18 scott@windingtrails.org
Financial Manager Pat Schnee Ext. 19 pat@windingtrails.org
Park Director Bryan Martin Ext. 21 bryan@windingtrails.org
Park Maintainer Kyle Harding
Park Maintainer Nicholas Voitkevics
Park Maintainer Anthony Baio
Online registration available for all programs at www.windingtrails.org 3
GENERAL INFORMATION
ANNUAL LAKE TREATMENT NATURE’S PORCH HOURS
Dunning Lake is one of our most precious resources at Nature’s Porch is located on the eastern shore of Walton
Winding Trails. Each year we monitor the health of the lake Pond and offers nature-themed “drop-in” activities during
by conducting water tests, inventorying plants, etc. The lake open hours. Nature programs, from birdwatching walks to
currently has several species of invasive plants that we are fishing classes and more, are offered for families and indi-
controlling through a CT DEEP state permitted weed treat- viduals on many weekends so check the calendar for program
ment. As a result, Dunning Lake will be closed on Monday, dates. The large front porch and its inviting chairs are avail-
June 7th at 5:00pm for our annual treatment. The lake will be able anytime during park hours. Come visit us and explore
open the following day after this application. We apologize this portion of the property!
for the inconvenience.
When: . . . . . . . . . Saturday & Sundays, May 1st – September 26th
Hours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
PICKLEBALL AND TENNIS INFORMATION
The tennis and pickleball courts will officially open on April
5th. The hours will be from 8:00am to 7:45pm. Time limit per LOOKING FOR BOARD AND STAFF ALUMNI
court is one hour unless no one is waiting to use them. Tennis
Winding Trails has been fortunate to have thousands of
camp will be using both tennis courts between the hours of great people volunteer on our board and committees
9:00am to noon the week of June 21st - June 25th and July or work as staff in a variety of our program areas. The
26th - July 30th. The pickleball courts are used by the camp summer of 2022 marks the 75th year of camp. We would
program Monday- Friday from 10:00am to 3:00pm, June 21st like to hold an alumni event around this milestone.
to August 13th. Over the years, we have lost contact with many of these
people and would like to reconnect. If you or someone
you know served on the Board of Directors, a committee,
or as a staff member, we want to hear from you. Please
NO SMOKING POLICY email renee@windingtrails.org so we can update our
If you are a smoker and must smoke on property, we ask database and let you know about some of the great
that you do not smoke on Dunning Lake beach or in the things that are happening at Winding Trails.
picnic area. Smoking will be permitted north of the wooden
guard rail fence. We ask for your cooperation in complying
with this policy. BOAT RENTALS
Boat rentals are open every day from 11:00am to 7:00pm
from June 5th until September 6th. All persons renting a
FISHING OPENING DAY boat must be at least 8 years of age and a level 4 swimmer.
Dunning Lake opened for the 2021 fishing season at 6:00am All boaters must wear a lifejacket, which is included in your
on Saturday, March 4th. Members 16 years of age and older rental. Rental fees are as follows:
must have a valid CT fishing license. To help with the health Canoes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3.00 per hour
of our fish population and the enjoyment of all fishermen, we Kayaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $3.00 per hour
encourage you to “catch and release.” If you do intend to take Standup Paddleboards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5.00 per ½ hour
the fish, you are limited to three trout or bass per day. If you Sailboats . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6.00 per hour
bring a guest, you and your guest are limited to five trout or
Boat Rental Passes are available for purchase online
bass per day. There is also a size limit on bass. 12" – 16" bass are under the program registration page!
in the protective range and must be released. Only one bass
Get $50 worth of boat rentals for $40 or $20
over 16" may be kept each day. worth of boat rentals for $15
4 SPRING/SUMMER NEWSLETTER
TRAILS TALK
CONSTRUCTION OF FENCE
View from Above View from Side
Fence Posts – 4 feet 2 inches High
Farmington’s 1 Rod or 16 ½ Feet
Common Fence
A ditch four feet wide and three feet deep perpendicular to a bank.
Five stakes in each one-rod section on the bank.
That all fences of posts and rails shall be four feet and two inches high.
Pine Woods Section of Fence Runs 45o From SW to NE
M ost people reading this article probably don’t realize
that Farmington had a “Common Fence” from 1678 to
the early 1800’s. Even less likely is that remnants still exist
Clearing of 4 rods or 66 feet on Both Sides of Common Fence
throughout the town, even a short section on Winding Trails’
property! It is this short section that was discovered by Steve topped by a three-rail fence. In Colonial times, they would
Messier during his research into the history of our property have cleared all trees and plants for 66 feet on either side of
and the surrounding town that has led to a historic site area the fence. In Farmington, the combined length throughout the
being created on property for people to enjoy. town was roughly 8.5 miles.
Let us start with a bit of background about the “Common While you are out exploring the trails, we invite you to travel
Fence”. A common fence was found throughout New England to the intersection of the Powerline and Pine Grove trail to
in most towns with the purpose of originally keeping wild view the historic site. A kiosk with information and maps about
animals, such as wolves and panthers, away from the town’s the Common Fence can be found there. After reading, walk a
livestock. As time went on and these wild animals were killed bit down Pine Grove Trail and turn left over a wooden bridge
off for their bounty, the fence was used to keep the livestock and walk to the Common Fence reconstruction. Take some
out of the agricultural fields during the growing season and time to imagine the men that spent years constructing the
were let into the fields to fertilize and turn the soil during the fence throughout Farmington and then continued maintaining
non-growing season. it. Quite an undertaking that is well worth discovering again.
It was not an easy fence to construct as we found out while Our thanks go to Steve Messier for his research, the finding
creating a small section of the fence for our historic site. Being of a section on Winding Trails’ property, help with the creation
hand dug, the structure consisted of a ditch, four feet wide of the signage, and his strong back that helped us with the
by three feet deep, with an adjoining soil mound to the east reconstruction of the Common Fence section.
Online registration available for all programs at www.windingtrails.org 5
TRAILS TALK
A New Playground for
W
hat is your favorite memory of playing on
the playground looking out on Dunning
Lake? Was it as a child when your family
was at the beach? Was it bringing your children
for play dates with friends they still are close with
today? Was it bringing your grandchildren and
seeing them play and laugh the way their parents
did when you brought them as kids?
The playground has been a focal point of the beach
for over thirty years. When it made its debut in 1986,
it was considered an advanced playground with
unique features and play options that could not be
found at any other playground in the region. There
are surely some who will remember Winding Trails
first full time Camp Director and now Executive
Director Scott Brown using tools given to him as a
wedding present to help build the playground with
the help and support of volunteers. As we continue
to make progress on our 10-Year Dunning Lake
Master Plan, we will focus on the playground and
plans to replace it with a new playground that will
again provide unique features and play options that
won't be found in any other playground in the area.
But we need your help.
The original playground cost about $30,000 and
proved to be a great investment. The budget for its
replacement is in the $300,000 range. We know,
that is a lot of money. To achieve this goal, we
depend on the generosity of members to support
and make possible the new playground. This year
we will have a separate appeal in support of the new
playground that will go out in early summer and
hope you will consider making a donation. We will
also host some fundraising events that will provide
opportunities for us to have a good time while sup-
porting this great cause. In the coming months, we
will be communicating more about our playground
plans and how you can help!
Playground design, function and quality have
come a long way in the last 30 years. Staff, Board
Members, and focus groups have been engaged
in assessing options and value to be sure we are
well positioned to get the same benefit for this
playground that we did with the current one. Along the way and researchers have linked physical, social, and emotional
there have been countless examples reinforcing the impor- skills to playgrounds and free-unstructured play. Here a few
tance and value playgrounds provide. Child psychologists of those key findings.
6 SPRING/SUMMER NEWSLETTER
TRAILS TALK
a New Generation
PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT: EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT:
• Optimal health demands physical activity on a daily basis, • Just as everyday life brings up lots of emotions for adults,
and modern playgrounds make it easier than ever for kids playing does the same for kids, particularly in a playground
to just move, run, climb, jump, and more. where they are exposed to other children and to lots of
• Playgrounds provide a place for "full body" workouts physical challenges.
that include exercises to strengthen the arms, legs, torso, • Diplomacy is something that almost any child can learn
shoulders, and so on. The cardiovascular system, circu- when negotiating the terms of play with a single or group of
latory system, and neurological system of the child are peers on a playground.
nurtured, too. • The word "play" does not mean simply running around. It is
• Climbing equipment stimulates cognitive skills like mem- an activity that demands the "acquisition of a complex set of
ory, problem solving, and visualization. It puts to use the skills... making agreements with others as equals, stepping
perceptual motor skills and increases fitness ability. It into an imagined structure, and accepting that structure
enhances body and spatial awareness and develops most even when things don’t go your way." These are key life
of the motor skills. skills. (Bornstein, 2011)
SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT:
• K ids absorb knowledge through risk taking, exploring, and
the consequences of their choices. Playgrounds provide a
• Playground advocates note that social interaction benefits nearly fail-proof location for this important part of devel-
society because they are locations where kids of any race, opment.
age, and economic status can socialize and play. These are all things we know but serve as a good reminder
• Playgrounds provide an opportunity for children to of how important playgrounds and unstructured play is to our
practice their social skills, to come up with solutions to children. We are finalizing the design as this goes to print.
problems, and to learn self-control in working out their Keep an eye out for communications regarding solicitations and
conflicts. fund-raising opportunities to assist in this noble cause. We will
• Conflict resolution is a common skill learned on a play- provide more information at a temporary kiosk by the existing
ground in early childhood. So, too, are resiliency and playground this summer. With your support, Winding Trails
self-advocacy... “all of which can help children learn how hopes to have a new playground installed for summer 2022. Please
to develop healthy relationships and to become leaders.” consider lending a hand. Even Albert Einstein acknowledged
(Magher, 2014) that, “Play is the highest form of research!”
Source: https://www.aaastateofplay.com
Online registration available for all programs at www.windingtrails.org 7
FAMILY PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
74th ANNUAL CHILDREN’S FISHING DERBY
Children ages 5 to 15 can test their fishing skills and are
eligible to participate in this long-standing event for prizes.
We will have prizes in two different age categories as well as
prizes for heaviest fish not a trout, first fish caught, and of
course a cash prize for catching the elusive “Golden Trout.”
So come on down and enjoy the morning fishing at Dunning
Lake! Participation is limited to members, their guests, and
Farmington residents only. Registration is required by three days
prior to the start of the program.
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, April 10th
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00am – 11:00am
Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 – 15 years old
Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dunning Lake
Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No Charge
(Food and worms will be available for a nominal fee)
Minimum: 50 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 200
DISC GOLF AT WINDING TRAILS
Check out our disc golf course located on our trails sur-
rounding Nature's Porch! There are nine holes in total and
the course runs counterclockwise down Canal Trail to Skater's
Loop, back to Roosen's Run ending on Pond Trail. The first
CAMP CORNER hole tee begins just over the bridge at Walton Pond near the
Archery range. You are free to play any time that the summer
We are looking forward to another
day camp is not in session. Bring your own discs.
amazing season at our Summer Day
Camp. It is always one of our favor-
ite times of the year when we begin
to welcome campers and staff back
OVERNIGHT CAMPING
to Winding Trails for another camp Did you know that members of
season. The energy and enthusiasm Winding Trails can camp over-
are always something to look forward night at the designated camp
to and we cannot wait for the summer areas on weekends from May–
of 2021 to get started. October? This is pack in/pack
Due to smaller group sizes and limited numbers last sea- out camping, meaning you park in the lot and transport your
son as a result of COVID-19, the popularity and demand gear to the site using our pull carts. There is a fire pit, picnic
for our camp program is greater than ever. If you would table, grill and a Sani-Can all on site. We also keep the camp
like to check on availability for your child’s age group, you bathhouse, with hot showers, open for your convenience. The
can go online to www.windingtrails.org and click on the camping areas are intended for tents only. Your vehicle must
camp page to check on availability. stay in the parking lot. Due to popular demand and limited
As always, we offer a variety of specialty half day camp sites, families may only book two nights a season. Please
programs, like our Sports Camps, you can check them out observe quiet time from 9:00pm–9:00am. Please contact Bailey
and see if anything fits your liking. Why not get out and Dailey at Bailey@windingtrails.org for reservations.
enjoy all the great things that the Winding Trails Summer Members Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15.00 per family
Camps have to offer! Guests of Members Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $25.00 per family
8 SPRING/SUMMER NEWSLETTER
FAMILY PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
CALLING ALL PICKLEBALL ENTHUSIASTS FAMILY BREAKFAST AND EGG
Several years ago, Winding Trails was approached about HUNT FEATURING PETER RABBIT
converting one of our tennis courts into a Pickleball court. Join Peter Rabbit and your entire family as
We gladly did that and interest in this relatively new sport they scramble for all the holiday goodies scat-
has blossomed. We now have three permanent courts. We tered about in the egg hunt! We have plenty
have had interest from some members about meeting other of treasures and treats for all. In addition to
pickleball enthusiasts. If you have an interest in shar- the candy and toys, every family will receive
ing your interest in this sport with others, please email one golden egg with a special prize inside! Don't forget your
kim@windingtrails.org with your skill level, preferred time goodie bag/basket to hold all your findings. Space is limited,
to play, and phone number. We will then share that informa- register early! This program fills up fast. Members Only.
tion only within the group and you can make new friends,
get some exercise, and enjoy this sport. Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, April 3rd
Session I
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00am
PICK UP PICKLEBALL!
Session II
Calling all Pickleball enthusiasts! If you are one the individu- Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:45am
als who has caught the pickleball craze you will want to sign
up for this new program. Come out and meet new friends, get Session III
some exercise, and enjoy the outdoors. Registration is required Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30am
by three days prior to the start of each session. Session IV
Session I Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:15am
Dates: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesdays, April 6th – 27th Session V
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00am – 11:30am Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:00am
Session II Session VI
Dates: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursdays, April 8th – 29th Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11:45am
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00am – 11:30am Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 and under
Session III Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Meet near Garmany Hall
Dates: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesdays, May 5th – 26th Member Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10.00 per family
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00am – 11:30am Minimum: 30 per session . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 100 per session
Session IV
Dates: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fridays, May 7th – 28th
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00am – 11:30am
PLEASE REMEMBER - PETS ARE PROHIBITED
Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adults IN THE PARK YEAR ROUND
Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pickleball Courts
Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40.00
Member Discount Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FREE
Minimum: 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 12 BIRDWATCHING: SEASONAL EVENTS
Join Blair Wlochowski, Winding Trails’ bird volunteer, as we
explore the Winding Trails property to discover what birds are
found here during the changing seasons. Learn tips on how to
enhance your birding skills and work on your Bird Life List.
The walks will travel through many habitat areas, so a good
variety of birds are expected to be seen. Dress for the weather
and wear a good pair of walking shoes. Registration is required
Great Quotes from our Member Survey: by three days prior to the start of the program.
“Love this place! The facility Session I: Spring Migration
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sunday, April 18th
has improved with programs, Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00am – 10:00am
facilities, and outdoor offerings Session II: Summer Breeding
over the years.” Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, June 19th
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 and up
Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Boathouse Pavilion
Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $6.00
Member Discount Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FREE
Minimum: 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 16
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FAMILY PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
FAMILIES EXPLORING NATURE
This spring and summer, families with older children will
join Miss Judy for a fun Saturday afternoon of learning some-
thing new about the great outdoors. The program format is
an introduction about the day’s topic followed by a hands-on
outdoor activity to try out what you learned. Dress for the
weather with appropriate shoes or boots.
Each month, we will be exploring different locations as we
discover the many animals and plants that make up Winding
Trails’ fields, forests, and waterbodies. Look and listen for wood
frogs in the vernal pools. Learn about wildflowers and the
animals that visit them. Discover the birds that nest and raise
their young here. Wander through the forest to roll a log and
see who lives there. Explore the pond searching for turtles, fish,
and other creatures. All these activities are out there to explore!
Registration is required by 3 days before the date of the event.
Session I: Spring Has Arrived
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, April 17th
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30pm – 3:30 pm
Session II: Wildflowers & Their Visitors
LITTLE KIDS EXPLORING NATURE Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, May 22nd
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30pm – 3:30 pm
This spring and summer, young children 6 years old and
under with their families will join Miss Judy for a fun Saturday Session III: Birds Raising Families
morning of learning something new about the great outdoors. Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, June 19th
The program format is an introduction about the day’s topic Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30pm – 3:30 pm
followed by a hands-on outdoor activity to try out what you Session IV: Forest Adventure
learned. Dress for the weather with appropriate shoes or boots. Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday. July 17th
Each month, we will be exploring different locations as we Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30pm – 3:30 pm
discover the many animals and plants that make up Winding Session V: Splash At The Pond
Trails’ fields, forests, and waterbodies. Look and listen for wood Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, August 21st
frogs in the vernal pools. Learn about wildflowers and the Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:30pm – 3:30 pm
animals that visit them. Discover the birds that nest and raise
their young here. Wander through the forest to roll a log and Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nature’s Porch
see who lives there. Explore the pond searching for turtles, fish, Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All
and other creatures. All these activities are out there to explore! Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10.00 per family
Registration is required by 3 days before the date of the event. Member Discount Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5.00 per family
Minimum: 3 Families . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 5 Families
Session I: Spring Has Arrived
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, April 17th
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30am – 11:30am
Session II: Wildflowers & Their Visitors
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, May 22nd FIND US ON FACEBOOK
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30am – 11:30am
Session III: Birds Raising Families
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, June 19th WINDING TRAILS CAMPUS TOUR
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30am – 11:30am
Are you a new member and not quite sure where everything
Session IV: Forest Adventure is? Then this extensive tour of the park is just for you. Learn
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, July 17th about the history of Winding Trails, where all the facilities are,
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30am – 11:30am and where the “special” spots can be found. Dress appropriately
Session V: Splash At The Pond for weather and walking. Registration is required by Thursday,
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, August 21st April 29th. This program is for members only.
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:30am – 11:30am Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sunday, May 2nd
Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nature’s Porch Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3:30pm – 5:00pm
Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Family w/children 6 and under Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Camp Amphitheater
Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10.00 per family Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FREE
Member Discount Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5.00 per family Minimum: 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 50
Minimum: 3 Families . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 5 Families
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CLIMBING TOWER DAYS
This 2.5-hour program allows you to get onto the climbing
tower and enjoy the vertical realm. The climbing tower is 40'
high consisting of 4 sides: a 15' beginner wall with incline, a
40’ intermediate vertical wall, a 40’ advanced wall with incline
and over hangs and a 60' x 35' cargo net for the quickest way
to the top. Once on top, it's time for the ride, a 300' long zip
line down Main Street. Registration is required by three days
prior to the session date.
Session I:
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, May 15th
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00am – 12:30pm
Session II:
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, May 26th
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:00pm – 6:30pm
Session III:
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, June 5th
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00am – 12:30pm
Session IV:
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, July 17th
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00am – 12:30pm
Session V:
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sunday, August 8th
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10:00am – 12:30pm
Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 and up
Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Meet at the Climbing Tower
Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $30.00
Member Discount Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20.00
Minimum: 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 30
TOUCH-A-TRUCK
Through the generosity of many local
businesses, children can see a variety
of “special” vehicles up close. Each
year we have vehicles from the local
fire, police, and EMS. There is also
construction equipment, military vehi-
cles, and more. Food is available for a
nominal fee. You and your little one won't
want to miss this day.
If you are a business and would like to display your vehicle,
email bailey@windingtrails.org. This is a great community
event and a nice way to promote your business. Registration
required three days required prior to program date.
Date: . . . . . . . . Sunday, May 2nd (Rain date: Sunday, May 16th)
Session I:
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Session II:
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Upper Parking Lots
Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FREE
Minimum: 50 per session . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 200 per session
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FAMILY PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
C.A.R.E. INTRODUCTION TO FISHING ANIMAL ADVENTURES
Have you or someone you know always wanted to learn how PRESENTED THROUGH
to fish? Well, this year we have a new learning experience to get THE TRAILS FUND
you outdoors and fishing. The CT DEEP Fisheries Division As the Northeast’s leader
offers an online ZOOM class to learn all about fishing while in exotic animal education,
in the comfort of your home. After the ZOOM class, you come Animal Adventures Rescue
to an in-person program for personalized instruction with a Center will present 8-10
Certified Fishing instructor that has years of fishing experi- exotic animals. Meet the
ence. We will cover all the basic fishing skills from how to set animals, hear interesting
up a fishing rod, casting practice, and putting that line into stories and information about
the water to catching your first fish at Walton Pond to start a them up close. Each program
lifetime of fishing with family and friends. session will highlight a dif-
Upon registration for this program, a set of ZOOM dates ferent group of animals. This
will be sent to you. Choose the one that fits into your at-home is a fun and unique learning
schedule to complete the first step of learning. Then, come to experience to be enjoyed by
Walton Pond on May 15th to complete the hands-on portion of all. Registration is required three
this program and begin your lifetime of fishing. Please register days prior to the event. This pro-
by Monday, May 3rd. This program is for members only. gram is for members only.
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, May 15th Session I
Times: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:00am – 12:00 noon Date: . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, June 3rd (Rain date: Friday, June 4th)
Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Walton Pond Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 years old through adults Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amphitheater
Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FREE Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All Ages
Minimum: 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 20 Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FREE
Minimum: 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 200
Session II
Date: . . . . Wednesday, July 21st (Rain date: Thursday, July 22nd)
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amphitheater
Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All Ages
Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FREE
Minimum: 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 200
ACOUSTIC NIGHTS AT WINDING TRAILS
Come and enjoy some great local music at Winding Trails
overlooking beautiful Dunning Lake. This series will highlight
some of the great local musical talent we have in the area. Each
“FOR ALL AGES” INTERGENERATIONAL evening will showcase two performers. Performers subject to
LEARN-TO-FISH DERBY change. These programs will be held rain or shine. Registration
Local non-profit “For All Ages” is hosting this morning event is required three days prior to the program.
where children ages 5 to 12 will be paired with an adult angler Session I: Performers: Black Berry Jam, Bryan Titus
to learn to fish and participate as a team in a fun-filled fishing Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, May 21st
derby. For All Ages will award a variety of prizes, including Session II: Performers: Black Berry Jam, Tracy Walton
first fish caught, heaviest fish caught, and best fishing themed Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, June 11th
hat, among others.
Session III: Performers: Black Berry Jam, Steve Rodgers
Come enjoy the morning either learning to fish or teaching
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, July 9th
a youth to fish at Walton Pond. Participation is limited to the
first 20 youth and the first 20 experienced adult anglers age 50+. Session IV: Performers: Black Berry Jam, Hannahs Field
Please register by Friday, May 14th on the For All Ages Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, August 6th
website at www.forallages.org/fishing-derby. Youth must be Session V: Performers: Black Berry Jam, Kate Callahan & Friends
accompanied for the morning by a parent or guardian. Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, September 10th
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, May 22nd Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7:00pm
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:30am – 12:30pm Place: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Boathouse Pavilion
Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 – 12 years old Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All Ages
Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Walton Pond Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $7.00 for Nonmembers Adults
Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . No Charge $5.00 for Nonmember Children ages 3 to 15
(Food and worms will be available free of charge) Member Discount Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FREE
Minimum: 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 40 Minimum: 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 200
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SPRINT TRI-TRAINING SERIES
The weekly triathlon series runs on Tuesday evenings at
SPONSORED BY Winding Trails. This year’s SPRINT distance series will again
consist of a 1/4-mile swim in Dunning Lake, a 5-mile mountain
bike ride (you must use a mountain bike ~ no hybrids), and a 3
mile trail-run through our beautiful woods. All ability levels
WINDING TRAILS TRI SERIES 2021 are encouraged to come out and train in this friendly and fun
Over the last 20 years, hundreds of individuals have been environment. Registration will be required this year; registration
introduced to the sport of triathlons through this fun family will close at 12:00pm each Tuesday. Participant slots will be filled
friendly program. Due to the pandemic, we were not able to with season pass holders first.
celebrate this two decade milestone in the manner we would Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesdays, June 8th – August 10th*
have liked. However, we are optimistic we can get back to *August 10th end-of-the-series party (free for
those participating in 5 or more races)
some normalcy this year.
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:15pm – 8:00pm
At the time of this newsletter going out we are not 100% sure (Registration check in opens at 5:00pm)
the number of participants that we will be allowed to have in Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tri Transition area
the series. Final numbers will be decided at a later date, and Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 and over
season passes are recommended, as participant slots will be Minimum:30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: To Be Determined
filled with season pass holders first. Registration will open on
May 11th. Follow us on Facebook for updates.
TINY TRI-TRAINING SERIES
Our truly beginner Tri, consists of 1/8th mile swim, 3-mile
TRI SERIES FREE DEMO DAY ride (hybrid bikes are OK but mountain bike recommended)
Come and practice the Triathlon race courses. We will have and a 1+ mile run. It is a great confidence booster for young
swim, transition, run clinics, and a BLUE course mountain and old alike. You CAN do this one and work up to the sprint
bike ride. Visit our awesome sponsors and learn about what they distance. Registration will be required this year; registration will
have to offer. Demo bikes will be available as well as certified close at 12:00pm each Tuesday. Participant slots will be filled with
bike mechanics to check your ride. Get your body ready for season pass holders first.
the season! This event is FREE! Registration is required three
days prior to the event. Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesdays, June 8th – August 10th*
*August 10th end-of-the-series party (free for those
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, June 1st participating in 5 or more races)
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:00pm – 7:30pm Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Schedule of Events will be announced in May! (Registration check in opens at 5:00pm)
Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . Transition Area (located by Walton Pond) Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tri Transition area
Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 and over
Minimum: 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: To Be Determined Minimum:10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: To Be Determined
14 SPRING/SUMMER NEWSLETTERFAMILY PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
TRIATHLON RACE FEES
Per race Per race Series pass Series pass Mini Pass
Fees Teams Kids Race
Sprint Tiny Sprint Tiny (5 races)
Members $20.00 $20 $120.00 $120.00 $80.00 $25.00 $5.00
Nonmembers $30.00 $25 $220.00 $170.00 $125.00 $40.00 $10.00
Student $20.00 $20 $120.00 $120.00 $80.00 $25.00 —
SPONSORED BY
TRAIL RUNNING SERIES
Do you love our weekly Tri Series? Why not continue Tuesday
evenings with our popular trail running series which is return-
ing for a fourth year! For 5 weeks on Tuesday nights, there will
KIDS TRI’S be a 5K course or a longer 10K course. This course “winds”
What child doesn’t love to swim, bike, and through our trails system with a combination of single track,
run? Your child will love these fun kid triathlons hills, and open trails. Awards will be given out at the series
thought the summer. Ages 5- to 7-year-olds swim finale. The top three overall in each age group, male and
25-yards, bike a 1/2 mile, and run a 1/2 mile. The 8- female, on each course will be recognized. Online registra-
to 10-year-olds swim 50-yards, bike 1mile, and run a 1/2 mile. tion will be required. We recommend purchasing a season pass, as
Swim is along the shore, where everyone can reach the bottom. participant slots will be filled with season pass holders first.
Bike and run are done on the peninsula near overflow parking.
Come cheer on your family and friends! Do all 3 races and earn Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesdays, August 24th– September 21st
a free t-shirt! Registration is required three days prior to program. Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6:00pm – 8:00pm
Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tri Transition area
Session I Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 and over
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesdays, July 6th Series Pass Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $80.00
Session II Series Pass Member Discount Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $40.00
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, July 20th Day of Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $20.00
Session III Day of Member Discount Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10.00
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, August 3rd
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:00pm – 4:30pm SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OUR TRAIL RUNNING SPONSORS
(Registration check in opens a 3:00pm)
Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 – 10
Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dunning Lake Peninsula area
Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10.00 race fee ($20.00 family maximum)
Member Fee: . . . . . . . . $5.00 race fee ($10.00 family maximum)
Minimum:20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: To Be Determined
KIDS MOUNTAIN BIKE CLUB
SPECIAL THANKS TO ALL OUR TRI SPONSORS Calling all kids ready to have some bicycling fun on the trails!
This club is intended to have fun, sharpen our mountain biking
skills and most importantly make some new friends! Mountain
bikes only, helmet mandatory. This club is not intended for
beginner riders. Participants must bring a helmet and bike.
Registration is required three days prior to the program.
Dates: . . . . . . . . Wednesdays and Fridays, June 2nd – June 11th
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4:00pm – 5:00pm
Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tri Transition area
Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 to 12 years old
Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15.00
Member Discount Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $10.00
Minimum 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum 12
Online registration available for all programs at www.windingtrails.org 15CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Introduction to Boats, Session II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon – Fri, July 5th – 9th
APRIL PROGRAMS
Family Egg hunt with Peter Rabbit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, April 3rd Little Feet Sports Camp, Session I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 5th – July 9th
Pick up Pickleball, Session I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesdays, April 6th – April 27th Basketball Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 5th – July 9th
Pick up Pickleball, Session II . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursdays, April 8th – April 29th Archery Lessons, Session III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tues. & Thurs., July 6th – 15th
Children’s Fishing Derby . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, April 10th Archery Lessons, Session IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tues. & Thurs., July 6th – 15th
Opening Day for Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, April 10th
Kids Triathlon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, July 6th
Never Stop Learning: How Vernal Pools Function . . . . . . . Tuesday, April 13th
Baked Potato Fest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, July 7th
Little Kids Exploring Nature: Spring Has Arrived . . . . . . . Saturday, April 17th
Acoustic Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, July 9th
Families Exploring Nature: Spring Has Arrived . . . . . . . . Saturday, April 17th
Birdwatching: Spring Migration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sunday, April 18th Youth Adventures Camp, Session I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 12th – 16th
Little Feet Soccer, Session I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mondays, April 19th– May 17th Lacrosse Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 12th – 16th
Soccer for 3–year–olds, Session I . . . . . . . . . . Mondays, April 19th– May 17th Never Stop Learning: Summer Berries & Fruits . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, July 13th
Little Feet Soccer, Session II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesdays, April 20th – May 18th Wet & Wild . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, July 14th
Soccer for 3–year–olds, Session II . . . . . . . . . Tuesdays, April 20th – May 18th
American Red Cross
After School Adventures, Session I . . . . . Wednesdays, April 21st – May 19th
Lifeguarding Information, Session I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, July 15th
Little Adventures, Session I . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesdays, April 21st – May 19th
Little Kids Exploring Nature: Forest Adventure . . . . . . . . . Saturday, July 17th
Arts & Crafts for Preschoolers . . . . . . . . . . Thursdays, April 22nd – May 20th
Families Exploring Nature: Forest Adventures . . . . . . . . . .Saturday, July 17th
Acoustic Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, April 30th
Climbing Tower Day, Session IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, July 17th
MAY PROGRAMS Session Three: Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 19th – July 30th
Natural Lawn Care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, May 1st Sailing Lessons, Session III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 19th – July 30th
Touch–A–Truck . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sunday, May 2nd American Red Cross Lifeguarding Class . . Mon – Thurs, July 19th – July 29th
Winding Trails Campus Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sunday, May 2nd
Introduction to Boats, Session III . . . . . . . . . . . Mon – Fri, July 19th – July 23rd
Pick up Pickleball, Session III . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesdays, May 5th – May 26th
Soccer Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 19th – July 23rd
Pick up Pickleball, Session IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Fridays, May 7th – May 28th
Drive “fore” Camp Golf Tournament . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, May 7th Kids Triathlon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, July 20th
Never Stop Learning: Bird Nesting Patterns . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, May 11th Trails Fund Program – Animal Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday July 21st
Spring Luncheon Walton Pond 10 Year After . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, May 13th Tennis Camp Session II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 26th – July 30th
Kid’s Night Out . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, May 14th Youth Adventures Camp Session II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 26th – July 30th
C.A.R.E. Introduction to Fishing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, May 15th
Winding Trails Olympics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, July 28th
Climbing Tower Days, Session I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, May 15th
American Red Cross
Acoustic Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, May 21st
Lifeguarding Information, Session II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, July 29th
For All Ages Intergenerational Learn to Fish Derby . . . . Saturday, May 22nd
Drop in Movie Night at
Little Kids Exploring Nature:
Wildflowers & Their Visitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, May 22nd Boathouse Pavilion: Raya and the Last Dragon . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, July 30th
Families Exploring Nature: Play & Stay Overnight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, July 30th – Saturday, July 31st
Wildflowers & Their Visitors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, May 22nd
Climbing Tower Days Session II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, May 26th
AUGUST PROGRAMS
SPRING/SUMIntroduction to Boats, Session IV . . . . . . . . Mon–Fri, August 2nd – August 6th
JUNE PROGRAMS
Sailing Lessons, Session IV . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . August 2nd – August 13th
Tri–Series Demo Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, June 1st
Kid’s Mountain Bike Club . . . . . . Wednesdays & Fridays, June 2nd– June 11th Session Four: Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . August 2nd – August 13th
Trails Fund Program – Animal Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . . . Thursday, June 3rd Baseball Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . August 2nd – August 6th
Dunning Lake Open for Swimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, June 5th Little Feet Sports Camp, Session II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . August 2nd – August 6th
Climbing Tower Day, Session III . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, June 5th Kids Triathlon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, August 3rd
Never Stop Learning: Intro to Wildflower Id . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, June 8th
Family Game Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, August 4th
Tri–Training Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesdays, June 8th – August 10th
Acoustic Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, August 6th
Acoustic Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, June 11th
American Red Cross Lifeguarding Class . . . . . Mon – Thurs, June 14th – 24th Climbing Tower Day, Session V . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sunday August 8th
Play & Stay Overnight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, June 18th – Saturday, June 19th Youth Adventures Camp, Session III . . . . . . . . . . . . . August 9th – August 13th
Little Kids Exploring Nature: Birds Raising Families . . . . Saturday, June 19th Flag Football Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . August 9th – August 13th
Families Exploring Nature: Birds Raising Families . . . . . Saturday, June 19th Never Stop Learning:
Birdwatching: Summer Breeding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, June 19th Insects: Are You A Friend or Pest? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, August 10th
Session One: Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 21st– July 2nd Winding Trails/Leszek Wrona Soccer Academy . . August 16th – August 20th
Sailing Lessons, Session I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . June 21st – July 2nd
Little Kids Exploring Nature: Splash at The Pond . . . . Saturday, August 21st
Introduction to Boats, Session I . . . . . . . . . . . Mon – Fri, June 21st – June 25th
Families Exploring Nature: Splash at The Pond . . . . . . Saturday, August 21st
Tennis Camp, Session I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon – Fri, June 21st – June 25th
Archery Lessons, Session I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon & Wed, June 21st– June 30th Trail Running Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesdays, August 24th – September 21st
Archery Lessons, Session II . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon & Wed, June 21st– June 30th
Winding Trails Summer Kick Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, June 23rd SEPTEMBER PROGRAMS
Summer Fun Drop In Events . . . . . . . . . . Thursdays, June 24th – August 12th Late Summer Luncheon with Perpetuity . . . . . . . . . Thursday, September 9th
Golf Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mon – Fri, June 28th – July 2nd
Acoustic Night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, September 10th
Winding Trails Wacky Relays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, June 30th
JULY PROGRAMS OCTOBER PROGRAMS
Sailing Lessons, Session II . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 5th – July 16th Nature’s Open House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Saturday, October 2nd
Session Two: Day Camp . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . July 5th – July 16th Nature's Open House . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sunday, October 3rd
For program information and registration, please visit www.windingtrails.org
MMER2021FAMILY PROGRAMS AND SPECIAL EVENTS
PLAY AND STAY OVERNIGHT
Who’s ready to go camping?
You bring the tent, sleeping
bags and toiletries and we
will do the rest! This pro-
gram provides you and your
family the opportunity to
spend some quality time together
and make memories your kids will cherish
forever while enjoying many activities and camping out at
Winding Trails. Activities available will include soccer, bas-
ketball, baseball, boating, archery, and a special night hike
ending with a campfire and s’mores. A BBQ on Friday night
(6:00pm - 7:30pm) and a continental breakfast on Saturday
morning (7:30am - 8:30am) are also included.
Please note: the availability of archery and boating are based
FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT on certified staff availability and cannot be guaranteed. This
AT THE BOATHOUSE PAVILION is a very popular program so early registration is advised.
Registration is required by three days prior to the session date. This
Come visit our new Boathouse Pavilion for a drop-in movie program is open to members only.
during the summer. This is a great way to wind down your day
at Winding Trails with a family movie in our newest pavilion Session I
with a view. Registration is required three days prior to the program. Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, June 18th – Saturday June 19th
This program is open to members only. Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30pm Friday – 9:00am Saturday
Session II
Movie: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Raya and the Last Dragon
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday, July 30th – Saturday, July 31st
Date: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Friday July 30th
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5:30pm Friday – 9:00am Saturday
Time: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00pm
Where: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Boathouse Pavilion Member Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . Adults $15.00, Children (4 -12) $10.00
Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All Minimum: 20 Families . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 50 Families
Member Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Free
Minimum: 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Maximum: 50
NATURE'S
OPEN HOUSE
Spend a beautiful fall day at
Winding Trails. Come and see over
90 custom built fairy and gnome
dwellings set along a half-mile stroll
through our wooded trails. End your
stroll by building your own house in
our village. This event is for all ages
and generations. Tickets must be purchased in advance.
Dates:
Session I: . . . . Saturday, October 2nd from 10:00am – 11:00am
Session II: . . . Saturday, October 2nd from 11:00am – 12:00pm
Session III: . . . Saturday, October 2nd from 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Session IV: . . . . . Saturday, October 2nd from 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Session V: . . . . . Saturday, October 2nd from 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Session VI: . . . . . Saturday, October 2nd from 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Session VII: . . . . Sunday, October 3rd from 10:00am – 11:00am
Session VIII: . . . Sunday, October 3rd from 11:00am – 12:00pm
Session IX: . . . . Sunday, October 3rd from 12:00pm – 1:00pm
Session X: . . . . . . Sunday, October 3rd from 1:00pm – 2:00pm
Session XI: . . . . . . Sunday, October 3rd from 2:00pm – 3:00pm
Session XII: . . . . . Sunday, October 3rd from 3:00pm – 4:00pm
Ages: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . All ages
Fee: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $5.00
Maximum per session: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 people
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