THE SPLASH!
WRANGELL PARKS & RECREATION NEWSLETTER
ONE OF THE MARVELOUS THINGS ABOUT COMMUNITY IS THAT IT ENABLES US TO WELCOME AND HELP PEOPLE IN A WAY WE COULDN'T AS INDIVIDUALS.
HOLIDAY YOUTH ACTIVITY SUMMARY!
These events were made possible thanks to the following people/groups:
- Wrangell Public School District: Kim Powell, David Macri, Jenn Miller, Matt Gore, Drew Larrabee, Tawney Flores & many paraprofessionals!
- Harbor Light Youth Ministers: Matt & Jen Gerald
- New Years Evening Dance for Middle/High School: Lovey Brock, Jim Holder, Annya Ritchie, Loretta Rice
- Bahai Faith Junior Youth Group: Jamie & Greg Roberts, Vicki Buness Taylor
- Wrangell Mayor & City Manager: Steve Prysunka & Lisa Von Bargen
- Nolan Center Staff Team: Cyni Crary & Keeleigh Solverson
- Wrangell Parks & Recreation: Kate Thomas, Kira Ludwig, Brain Shilts, Lucy Robinson & the entire Lifeguard/Office Team
- Alaska Crossings: Jerri Dee, Jeanie Arnold, Andrew Jylkka, Tom Wetor, Eli Michael, Josh Lund
- Library Team: Margaret Villarma, Sarah Scambler, Sarah Merritt
- Jewelry Making Class: Amber Al Haddad
- If we missed any helpers, we apologize! It certainly took an awesome team to pump out all of the fun activities!!
ADULT RECREATION CLUB!
MALL WALKERS!
February is Heart Awareness Month! SEARHC WISEWOMAN Women's Health Program has partnered with Wrangell Park & Rec to provide FREE access to Mall Walkers for women 18 & up throughout the month of February! ❤️
MON/WED/THUR
11:00am-12:00pm
Community Center Gym
Adult Activity
Comfy Clothing + Gym Shoes
$5 ($3 senior discount), Membership or Punch Card
Bring Your Friends!
PICKLEBALL!
Dates: 1/12 - 3/29
Days: Sundays
Time: 4:00pm-6:00pm
Ages: 18yrs & up
Drop-In Fee: $5
Location: Community Center Gym
Attire: Wear clothing that allows you to bend and flex
Equipment: We've got you covered. That said, if you have a pickleball paddle - bring it!
Volunteer Team: Chris Johnson + Vincent Balansag
WOMEN'S OPEN GYM BASKETBALL!
Playing basketball as an adult has a multitude of social, mental and physical benefits. It is a great workout that also allows you to socialize, reduces stress and enhances your ability to work within a team.
Open Gym Session:
1/11/20 - 3/28/2
Saturdays, 6:00pm-8:00pm
Community Center Gym
$5 drop-in fee
Women, 18yrs and up
No food or sports drink in the gym
Basketball shoes required
Pay before you play
Volunteers: Courtney McCay + Laura Brenner
NOTE: Open Gym Basketball is cancelled on 3/7/20 due to a scheduling conflict.
YOUTH PROGRAMS!
DANCE CLASS!
The Dance Class is filled up, with close to 50 children!
Instructor Victoria Houser makes dancing fun while teaching basic ballet on Saturday mornings.The curriculum was created to encourage age appropriate creativity, musicality, and physicality. Participants are dancing and having fun with an emphasis on the foundations of ballet.
A performance will be scheduled in late March or early April. Stay tuned - you don't want to miss the most adorable little dance class display their skills!
WOLFPACK WRESTLING!
Wrestling is a great way for youth to learn self-respect, discipline, team work and a strong work ethic. We encourage all youth to try it at least once.
A BIG SHOUT OUT to Jeff + Dillon Rooney, who continually put in the effort, and hours, to ensure this program is a success!
Wolfpack registration is still open! If you've got a kiddo, grade K-5 that would like to give this program a whirl, let us know!
WINTER SWIM LESSONS!
Our learn to swim program is designed to fit the specific needs of the students, including age and skill levels. Swimmers will be proud of their achievements and their ability to handle challenging situations with ease and dexterity. The skills gained can save lives, promoting overall health and wellness through safety, exercise and everyday play.
Currently, there are close to 30 participants enrolled in the Winter Swim Lessons! They are all having a blast!!
TIDBITS!
- WRG P&R received $1000 from from the WCA through the "Healthy is Here" program, which will be used to purchase recreation equipment!
- Summer Recreation staff team recruitment will begin soon! If you are interested in working with youth throughout the summer, let us know!
- WRG P&R's recent LIFEGUARD COURSE was a success, re-certifying 8 Lifeguards and 2 new Lifeguards! We're building a fantastic and dynamic team!
- A Wrangellite generously donated a FLAT SCREEN TV to WRG P&R and the SWIM CLUB! We've already put it to good use by utilizing it during our lifeguard course and staff training.
WINTER WORKOUT CHALLENGE!
The WWC is also a contest of sorts. The participant who completes 30-minutes of exercise each day in the 60 day period will win an Annual Pass to the facility, as well as the Grand Prize basket! The WWC provides the intrinsic incentive of increased health, fitness, and confidence. Not to mention opportunities for exploring different types of exercise and meeting new friends!
Currently, there are 95 Wrangellites participating in this year's WINTER WORKOUT CHALLENGE - which includes 23 kids age 13 and under!
LOCAL BUSINESS, GATHERED & GROWN, MADE THEIR FOURTH CONTRIBUTION TO P&R THROUGH THEIR COMMUNITY GIVE BACK PROGRAM!
To date, G&G has donated approximaetly $1,000 to the P&R Fee Assistance Program and Helping Our Parks!
ToCheck out the G&G Give Back Program through their website. https://gatheredandgrownbotanicals.com/
WRANGELL PUBLIC SCHOOL PROGRAMMING!
- Elementary Open Swims
- Middle School Aqua Basketball + Lifeguard Skills
- High School Aqua Basketball + Lifeguard Skills
- High School Swim Team
- Community Center Gym access: Archery, HS/Middle School Basketball Practice
- Opportunities for Employment (currently we employ 9 HS Students!)
- Volunteer opportunities: Youth Basketball Coaching Program
- OJT opportunities
- Free access to the weight room, pool and cardio equipment to WHS Athletes!
WORK FOR A LIVING. PLAY FOR A LIFE.
Email: recreation@wrangell.com
Website: https://www.wrangellrec.com/info/default.aspx
Location: 331 Church Street, Wrangell, AK, USA
Phone: 907-874-2444
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WrangellParksandRec/