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ADULT, YOUTH AND FAMILY PROGRAMS!

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PROGRAMS!

FREE MOVIE NIGHTS & CONCERTS!

SPECIAL EVENTS!

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Boone Woods Park - Burlington, KY Shelter 1 - 20’x40’ (seats 80) $45 Shelter 2 - 20’x40’ (seats 80) $45 Shelter 3 - 30’x50’ (seats 100) $75 Restroom Buildings, Grills, Electricity and Nearby Water Available England-Idlewild Park - Burlington, KY Shelter 1 - 20’x40’ (seats 80) $45 Shelter 2 - 20’x40’ (seats 80) $45 Shelter 3 - 20’x40’ (seats 80) $45 Port-O-Lets, Grills, Electricity and Nearby Water Available Walton Park - Walton, KY Shelter 1 - 20’x40’ (seats 80) $45 Shelter 2 - 20’x40’ (seats 80) $45 Shelter 3 - 20’x40’ (seats 80) $45 Restroom Building, Grills, Electricity and Nearby Water Available Central Park - Union, KY Shelter 1 - 20’x40’ (seats 80) $45 Shelter 2 - 30’x50’ (seats 100) $75 Restroom Buildings, Grills, Electricity and Nearby Water Available Giles Conrad Park - Hebron, KY Shelter 1 - (seats 70) $45 Port-O-Lets, Grill and Electricity Available Sperti Park- Burlington, KY Shelter 1 - (seats 25) $45 Restroom Building, Grill, Electricity and Nearby Water Available Limited parking (6 spaces) *No Parking on the street

Boone County Parks and Recreation 5958 Garrard Street

Burlington, KY 41005 859-334-2117

www.boonecountyky.org/parks

We Begin Accepting Shelter Reservations on March 2, 2020

Shelters are reserved April thru October. Shelters are reserved for the entire day.

Shelters can be reserved online, by phone or in person at the Parks Office.

(Shelter Reservation Fees are non-refundable)

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Fly - Tying Classes - FREE Learn the basics of Fly-Tying. 6 week program. Location - Boone County Public Library Main Branch Date - Sundays, February 9, 16, 23 & March 1, 15, 22 Time - 2:30 - 4:45 PM

Fly Fishing Basics - FREE Learn the basics of Fly Fishing. Location - Maplewood Gym Date - Saturday, April 18 Time - 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Community Activities Fair - 8th Annual - FREE Saturday, May 9, 9 AM - 1 PM (Boone County Farmers Market; held indoors if inclement weather). Visit informational booths and learn about summer activities in Boone County for youth and families. Bounce Houses, Golf Practice, Mobile Library Bus and more. Family Friendly.

Sponsored by the Boone County Community Education Advisory Council

Community Garage Sale - Spring - $10/Spot Be one of our many sellers or just shop for free Sellers - $10 for the first space and $6 for each additional space (spaces are equivalent to a 9’x12’ parking space). Set - up begins at 6 AM. Gates open to the public from 8 AM to 1 PM. Pre-Registration is Required to be a Seller Ages - 18 & up Location - Boone County Admin Building Parking Lot Date - May 2 Time - 8 AM - 1 PM

Kite Fest - FREE You can make and fly your own kite! Plus, PIGS Aloft (People Interested Getting Stuff Aloft) will perform demonstrations!

No registration necessary Ages - All Location - Central Park, Soccer Field #2 Date - Saturday, June 6 Time 12 - 3 PM

Youth Fishing Derby - FREE The Northern Kentucky Fly Fishers will provide fishing poles and bait at the Youth Fishing Derby or you can bring your own. Certificates, pictures and prizes will be given away, in addition to drinks and popcorn. Ages - 15 & Under Location - England Idlewild Park, Shelter #1 Date - Saturday, May 16 Time 2:30 - 4:30 PM

Archery for Adults & Kids - $40 Learn the art, sport and skill of shooting a bow and arrow. Our certified archery instructors will be teaching compound and recurve bows. Ages - 10 & Up Location - Boone Woods Stage (2 Sessions) Dates - Mondays, June 1, 8, 15 22 or July 6, 13, 20, 27 Time - 7:30 - 8:30 PM

Celebrate July - Family Activities - FREE Join us from 6:30 - 8 PM at a different Park each week for Celebrate July! There will be a nature program each week at 6:30 PM featuring native wild life. After the nature program, participate in games, bounce house, crafts, activities and free popcorn and drinks! All activities are FREE and no registration is required. July 1 - Walton Park Shelter #2 July 8 - Boone Woods Shelter #3 July 15 - Central Park Shelter #2 July 22 - England Idlewild Shelter #1

Touch-A-Truck - FREE 24th Annual Touch-A-Truck August 15 from 10 AM - 1 PM at England Idlewild Park! Enjoy checking out all of the trucks! Many local companies participate in this fun family event! No Registration Required

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Programs, Classes and Events are Subject to Change. Visit the Boone County Parks & Recreation website at

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Union Food Truck Nights Stay Tuned for Food Truck Nights!

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Family Fun Nights - FREE Boone County Parks and the Boone County Public Library are excited to announce the 2020 Family Fun Nights! Performances take place from 7 - 8 PM at the Boone Woods Park Creekside Stage!

Thursday, June 11 - Pinocchio Presented by Madcap Puppets Join Geppetto’s beloved puppet on a thrilling quest to become a real boy. Pinocchio is lured into every prank and scheme imaginable as giant puppets and audience participation are woven into this cherished classic tale.

Thursday, July 9 - Twice Upon a Time Presented by Madcap Puppets Aiden Legend, only child, is making funny faces into a mirror when it falls and breaks, accidentally propelling Aiden’s mirror image into the real world. Is there room in our world for two Aiden Legends? Can Aiden get the Accidental Twin back into the mirror!?

Saturday, June 27 - Family Nature Day - Free Boone Woods Park Shelter #3 & Creek Area, 11AM - 2PM Get outdoors and explore our backyard through hands-on activities for all ages. Discover what life lurks in the water of our creek beds, examine local fossils and wildlife and find natural treasures hidden in our local parks. Boone County Public Library and Boone County Parks are partnering with local environmental organizations, such as Thomas More Biology Field Station and Leave No Trace, as well as Boone County Community Early Childhood Council & Raptors Inc. to provide a fun and educational event for preschoolers through adults. Enter to win giveaways and enjoy free hot dogs and drinks! Arrowhead Reptile Rescue presentation at 11:30 AM!

Disc Golf Pro Tour Idlewild Open driven by Innova & Nati Disc Golf Location - England Idlewild Park Date - August 7 - 9, 2020

Shakespeare in the Park Cincinnati Shakespeare Company presents… Macbeth Location - Boone Woods Creekside Stage Date - August 6 Time - 6:30 PM Shakespeare in the Park is brought to you by the Boone County Parks Department and the Boone County Public Library.

Yoga - $30/month Yoga for Health & Well Being Classes are offered on Tuesday mornings from 9:30 AM - 10:30 AM at the Boone County Public Library Main Instructor: Sara Dauwe Peaceful Body & Mind Classes are offered on Monday evenings from 6 - 7 PM at the Boone County Public Library Main Instructor: Sara Dauwe Yoga for Healthy Weight Classes are offered on Monday evenings from 7:15 PM - 8:15 PM at the Boone County Public Library Main, Wednesday evenings from 6:30 - 7:30 PM at the Hebron Library and Thursday evenings from 6:15 - 7:15 PM at the Scheben Library Instructor: Terri

To register please contact the Boone County Parks Department at 859-334-2117 or visit our website at www.boonecountyky.org/parks to register online.

Summer Concerts - FREE! Boone County Parks and the Boone County Public Library are excited to announce the 2020 Summer Concert Series! Join us for indoor and outdoor concerts this summer! CREEKSIDE STAGE Boone Woods Park 7 PM - 8:30 PM June 6 Fillmore Brass Band June 13 Swingtime June 20 Blue Chip City Big Band June 27 The Cincinnati Dancing Pigs (Jug Band) July 18 Forever Diamond (Neil Diamond Tribute Band) July 25 London Street Band (60’s, 70’s & 80’s) Aug 1 Florence Community Band Tuesdays - 7 PM - 8 PM June 16 String Theory Trio June 30 Forest Hill Bluegrass Band July 7 Fillmore Brass Band July 28 Saffire Express Concerts @ the Library June 7 2 PM The FLOCKS Florence Branch June 26 7 PM The Twiggenburys Hebron Branch July 12 2 PM Elijah’s Creek Scheben Branch July 23 7 PM Buzz Bin Hebron Branch August 27 7 PM The Sweet Beats Hebron Branch

Don’t forget your chairs, blankets and refreshments! Rain Out Hotline: 859.334.2283. Rain Site for Concerts, Family Fun Nights, & Shakespeare in the Park will be at the Boone County Public Library Main on Rt. 18 in Burlington, unless otherwise stated.

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Boone Woods Arts and Crafts Show - FREE Boone Woods Park is the setting for the 39th Annual Boone Woods Arts and Crafts Show! Area artists will be selling their arts and crafts! Bluegrass Music will be on the Creekside Stage! Vendor spaces $60. Call the Parks Office at 859.334.2117 for more information. Ages - All Location - Boone Woods Park Date - September 20 Time - 11 AM - 3 PM

ATKB TENNIS Learn to play like the Pros! Whether you are brand new to the game of tennis or looking to refine your skills, ATKB Tennis has a class for you! Join us this year for a group session or individual lesson to develop your game through USPTA certified professional instruction. Be sure to take advantage of the many services that ATKB Tennis offers:

Group classes and private lessons

Racquet selection and stringing

Equipment and merchandise

Tournaments and hit days For more information or to register for classes contact: Tom Kolenich - Owner/Head Pro (724) 988-9454 [email protected] Thomaskolenich.usptapro.com

Movie Nights - FREE! Movies will begin at Dusk!

We will have inflatables for the kids beginning at 7 PM!

Date Location Movie June 5 Florence Government Center The Addams Family June 12 Boone Woods Captain Marvel June 13 Florence Aquatic Shark Tale June 19 Boone Woods Frozen 2 June 27 Walton Community Park The Lion King (2019) July 10 Boone Woods Toy Story 4 July 17 Boone Woods E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial July 18 Walton Community Park Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker July 24 Boone Woods Jumanji: The Next Level July 31 Boone Woods Aladdin August 7 Boone Woods Onward August 8 Walton Community Park Abominable

October 2 Boone Woods Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone October 9 Boone Woods Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets October 16 Boone Woods Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban


www.boonecountyky.org/parks for updates and to register for Programs. We also update our Facebook page with

all of our latest news.

Don’t forget your chairs, blankets and refreshments! Rain Out Hotline: 859.334.2283. Rain Site for Concerts, Family Fun Nights, & Shakespeare in the Park will be at the Boone County Public Library Main on Rt. 18 in Burlington, unless otherwise stated.

Drive-In Movie for Families - FREE Make a cardboard car and attend a “drive in” movie! The Boone County Parks Department and the Boone County Library are partnering to bring you, Clifford’s Really Big Movie for you to watch in the car you made! Snacks will be provided. Register each little driver individually on the Boone County Public Library Website. Location - Scheben Library Date - Friday, September 25 Time - 5:30 PM - 7 PM

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Mommy and Me and My Doll for Tea- $15/Person You are cordially invited to enjoy a lovely Sunday afternoon with your mother and your favorite doll. This Sunday afternoon party includes tea, sandwiches, sweets, crafts and surprises! Please wear your Sunday best. Reservations are required. Ages - 4 & Up Location - Ferguson Community Center Date - April 26 Time - 1 - 3 PM

MLB Pitch, Hit & Run & Home Run Derby- FREE This is a local competition and winners may advance to a Reds game and All Star game! For detailed information, visit www.mlb.com/phr. Must show birth certificate to participate Ages - 7 - 14 Location - Central Park Baseball Field #3 Date - Tuesday, May 12 Time - Anytime between 4 - 5:30 PM

Tee - Ball - $35 This is a 6 week instructional program for beginner baseball players. At the end of the season we will have a Fishing Derby and a cookout for the whole family! Ages - 5 - 6 Location - England Idlewild Park Date - Mondays, June 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 & July 6, 13 Time - 6 PM

Archery Camp - $40/session Learn the art, sport and skill of shooting a bow and arrow. Our certified archery instructors will be teaching compound and recurve bows. (There are 4 sessions) Ages - 10 - 15 Location - Boone Woods Park Stage Dates - M - TH, June 1 - 4 or July 20 - 23 Time - 6:30 - 7:30 PM or Dates - M - TH, June 8 - 11 or July 13 - 16 Time - 9 - 10 AM

Machine Pitch - $35 This is a 7 week instructional, non-competitive baseball program. Practices/Games are held once a week on Tuesdays. The fee covers shirts, caps and other program expenses. Parents are responsible for providing their child’s glove. Ages - 7 - 8 Location - England Idlewild Park Date - Tuesdays, June 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 & July 7, 14 Time - 6 PM

LEGO Camp - $75 - June (TBD) 9:30 AM - Noon, Grades 3 – 6 Join us for a LEGO Building Adventure! Students will Explore LEGO Building and Coding through a Robotics Project allowing them to bring their creations to life with movement and sound with a simple CODE they create! MINECRAFT Camp - $75 - June (TBD) 12:30 - 3 PM, Grades 3 - 6 Join us for a Minecraft adventure where students build and control their own project! Students can pursue their own ideas to Build, Explore, Craft and Create their own or with friends “Just For Fun”! Students participate in Group Projects & Scavenger Hunts!

LEGO & MINECRAFT Register with Boone County Parks at

www.boonecountyky.org/parks or CALL (859) 334-2117 for more information.

Hosted at Thornwilde Elementary Hebron, KY

Register for both LEGO and MINECRAFT Camps! Stay ALL Day and the cost is only $135.

Storytime in the Park & Garden - FREE The Boone County Public Library & the Boone County Parks Department are partnering to provide you with outdoor story times and crafts! (Ages 2 - 5) Time - Thursdays, 10 AM - 11 AM June 4 - Boone Woods Stage June 11 - Central Park Shelter #1 June 18 - Walton Community Park Shelter #2 June 25 - Giles Conrad Shelter at West Entrance July 2 - Boone Woods Stage July 9 - Central Park Shelter #1 July 16 - Walton Community Park Shelter #2 July 23 - Giles Conrad Shelter at West Entrance July 30 - Boone Wood Stage August 6 - Central Park Shelter #1 August 13 - Walton Community Park Shelter #2 August 20 - Giles Conrad Shelter at West Entrance August 27 - Boone Woods Stage September 3 - Central Park Shelter #1 September 10 - Walton Community Park Shelter #2 September 17 - Giles Conrad Shelter at West Entrance September 24 - Boone Woods Stage

Story Walk & Games - NEW! The Boone County Parks Department and the Boone County Public Library are partnering to bring you twice as much fun to the Story Walk. There will be Park Staff with games scattered along the Story Walk for you to play as you read and walk with your parents. Time: Tuesdays, 10 AM - 11 AM June 16 - Hebron Library June 30 - Central Part Shelter 1 July 21 - Walton Park Shelter 2


www.boonecountyky.org/parks for updates and to register for Programs. We also update our Facebook

page with all of our latest news.

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Day Camps! What is your child doing this summer? Come to Camp!

Where? Erpenbeck, Goodridge, North Pointe or Yealey elementary schools! Ages? 6 to 11 years When? June 1 to July 31 (snow days may delay start date) Why? Our camps help working families make permanent, safe and affordable summer arrangements for their children. Campers are broken into age groups and do age appropriate activities to learn and grow in a fun, positive environment. It is very important for our campers to enjoy their summer. Hours? 7 am to 5:45 pm Field Trips? Yes - Field trip or guest each week! Cost of field trips is included in the weekly fee. Transportation is through the Boone County Schools on the yellow school buses. Swimming? We go to the Florence Aquatic Center Staff? They are awesome! Each camp has two On-Site Coordinators and six Counselors filled by college and high school students, who are hired and approved by the Boone County Fiscal. Our ratio at the school is less than 10 to 1. Staff is trained including CPR, First Aid and have background checks. Food? Campers must pack a lunch, but we provide snack twice a day. We watch for food allergies and dietary restrictions. Fees? 7, 8 or 9 week enrollments $135/wk. 1st camper, $115/wk. 2nd camper, $110/wk. 3rd camper 6 week enrollments $150/wk. 1st camper, $135/wk. 2nd camper, $125/3rd camper 5 week enrollments $180/wk. 1st camper, $140/wk. 2nd camper, $130/wk. 3rd camper Register? Online, in person, or through the mail

Due at registration- $200 non-refundable deposit per child.

Camp Registration Brochure available online at www.boonecountyky.org//parks. Contact the Parks Office with questions at 859-334-2117.

Field Trip Week! - August 3 - 7 $200/week or $50/day Camp is over and school is about to start. What are you to do? Children 6 - 11 years old can come join us! Each day brings new adventures to keep you entertained. We will travel on BC School buses to our destinations. Our ratio is 1 counselor to 5 kids. Please note that there is one drop - off/pick - up location: Yealey Elementary. Maximum enrollment of 40 participants . Buses leave at 8 AM daily and will return by 5:30 PM. Lunches will need to be packed daily.

Field Trips: Boonshoft Museum of Discovery - Dayton, OH Kincaid Lake State Park - Falmouth, KY Louisville Mega Caverns - Louisville, KY Scene 75 - Batavia, OH Kings Island - Mason, OH

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Little Galileo’s I - $15 How does that happen? Why does this happen? What will happen when…? We are going to explore as we dive into science. Ages - 4 - 5 Location - BCPL Burlington Date - M - F, July 6 - 10 Time - 10 - 11 AM

Little Galileo’s II - $15 We will be diving into new experiments and activities while we continue to use the scientific method to find our answers. Ages - 5 & 6 Location - BCPL Burlington Date - M - F, July 13 - 17 Time - 10 - 11 AM

Camp Crayon - $10 This is the perfect class for little artists. We will learn about primary colors and work with watercolors, nature, paper and clay. It will be a fun and messy adventure! Ages - 4 - 6 Location - Boone Woods Shelter #3 Date - M - F, July 20 - 24 or 11 AM - Noon Time - 10 - 11 AM

Water Fun at the Park - FREE The Boone County Public Library and the Boone County Parks Department are partnering to bring you an evening of Water Fun in the Park! Get as wet as you want! Participate in water balloon games, obstacle courses and more water activities! Crafts and snacks too! Location - Boone Woods Park Soccer Field Date - July 23 Time - 6:30 PM - 8 PM (Register online or call the Parks Office)

FAIR JUNK - ROCK WORKSHOP - FREE New! Create Your Fair Entries Now! FREE! JUNKIMALS, JUNKOBJECTS, PAINTED ROCKS, DRESSED ROCKS (See page 15 for contest information) Join Parks staff at Boone Woods Park to create your entries for this year’s Boone County Fair. Bring yourself and we’ll bring the supplies. We will register your entry and keep it for the Fair contests. Only requirement is that you register for this FREE Program! Ages: 4 & 5 Boone Woods Shelter 3, 6/29-6/30, 1:30-3 PM Ages: 6 & 7 Boone Woods Shelter 3, 6/29-6/30, 1:30-3 PM Ages: 8 & 9 Boone Woods Shelter 3, 6/29-6/30, 1:30-3 PM Ages: 10-15 Boone Woods Shelter 3, 6/29-6/30, 1:30-3 PM

ADULT PROGRAMS!

Men’s Softball League - $237/Team/Session This is a recreational/church league with an end of league tournament. League fee covers game balls, bases, umpires and official score keepers. This league will follow modified ASA Rules. Ages - 18 + Locations - Central Park #3 Date - Tuesday, April 14 - June 9 Times - TBA

Second Session June 16 - August 11

Women’s Volleyball Leagues - $245/Team 10 week, officiated leagues are now forming for the Summer 2017 season! Team sign up only. NFHS Rules. Ages - 18 + Locations - Boone Woods Park Date - Thursdays, May 7 - July 9 Times - TBA

Northern Kentucky Senior Games - $15/Base Fee Come out for friendly competition, good food and prizes! Games are open to individuals 50 and over and take place at various Northern Kentucky locations. Ages - 50 + Locations - Multiple Date - May 5 - 29 Times - Vary

Call the Parks Office at 859.334.2117

for a Registration Form.

30 & Over Soccer - $30 We emphasize fun & recreation while still being competitive on the field! Players will be split into teams by lottery each week. Ages - 30 + Locations - Central Park #1 Date - Wednesdays, May 27 - July 29 Times - 7:30 PM - 9:30 PM

Adult Bocce League - FREE Join us for this informal Bocce League. Learn to play and meet new friends! No registration is required. For more information call the Parks Office at 859.334.2117 Ages - 18 + Locations - Boone Woods Park Bocce Courts Date - Tuesdays, June 2 - September 22 Time - 9 AM

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$5 Summer Park Programs! $5 Summer Park Programs for Ages 4 - 15

Summer Park Programs are $5 each or “BUNDLE & SAVE”! When your household

balance reaches $50 when you sign up for $5 Summer Park Programs, any additional Summer Park

Programs in this section are FREE!

Games & Crafts Get outdoors and play! An hour of outdoor fun! A great way to socialize with other children while playing group games and making crafts. New activities each month! Location Dates Time England Idlewild #2 6/8 - 6/12 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM Boone Woods #2 6/15 - 6/19 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM Boone Woods #2 7/13 - 7/17 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM Central Park Concession 7/27 - 7/31 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM

Scavenger Walks & Crafts A walk a day is good for your health! Join Parks staff in walking the trails in the park while hunting for items on the Scavenger Hunt! Each day will be something different! Location Dates Time Walton Park #2 6/15 - 6/19 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM Central Park Concession 6/22 - 6/26 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM Central Park #1 7/27 - 7/31 M- F 10 - 11:30 AM

Adventure Days It’s time for an adventure!! Children will enjoy playing theme based games and make new and exciting crafts. Location Dates Time Boone Woods Stage 6/22 - 6/26 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM England Idlewild #2 7/6 - 7/10 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM

Tot Music Children will learn new songs, play simple instruments and have fun with movement to music in this program. Location Dates Time Boone Woods Stage 6/24 - 6/26 W - F 10 - 11 AM

Bocce An ancient game played in the Roman Empire with 8 large balls and one small ball called the pallino or jack. Learn to play on the official Bocce courts at Boone Woods Park. Equipment will be provided. 8 week program. Location Dates Time Boone Woods Bocce Ct. 6/8 - 7/27 M 10 - 11 AM

Games & Crafts Play group games and make crafts. New activities each week! 1 week program. Location Dates Time Boone Woods #3 6/15 - 6/19 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM Boone Woods #3 7/13 - 7/17 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM Boone Woods #2 7/20 - 7/24 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM

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Ages 6 & 7

Mini Building or Room Project Join us for a 3 day program making a mini building or room & decorate it with your own creations. Bring your imagination, all supplies provided. Staff will lead you in planning and building everything that makes up your project. We will store your project at the end of the day so you don’t have to take it home each day. Location Dates Time Boone Woods #3 6/24 - 6/26 W - F 10 - 11:30 AM Boone Woods #3 7/27 - 7/29 M - W 10 - 11:30 AM

Scavenger Walks & Crafts Join Parks staff in walking the trails in the park while hunting for items on the Scavenger Hunt! Location Dates Time Walton Park #2 6/15 - 6/19 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM Central Park #2 6/22 - 6/26 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM Central Park #2 7/27 - 7/31 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM

Fitness Fun & Crafts This fast paced week will include exercises, games, skill and strength training, activities, sports and more! Location Dates Time England Idlewild #1 6/8 - 6/12 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM England Idlewild #1 7/6 - 7/10 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM

Mystery and Mayhem Join Park staff and become a detective solving mysteries in the park. Find out “whodunit” with a new mystery case each day. Mysteries include: Follow the Clues, Who Done It?, The Ancient Curse, Missing Items and Treasure Hunt. Location Dates Time Boone Woods #2 6/8 - 6/12 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM Central Park #1 7/27 - 7/31 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM

Water Week Water themed activities featuring sea creatures, boats and water games. Activities include water balloon games, relays, shark hats and much more! Location Dates Time Boone Woods #2 7/20 - 7/24 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM

Acting Up - Drama! Use your creative talents to make puppets and star in your own puppet show! Location Dates Time Boone Woods Stage 6/15 - 6/17 M - W 1:30 - 3 PM

Obstacle Courses & Crafts Create fun obstacle courses & compete with other participants each day. End the day with a creative craft. Location Dates Time Boone Woods #2 7/6 - 7/10 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM

Ages 6 & 7

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$5 Summer Park Programs!

Paper Rocket Golf Make your own paper rocket and rocket launcher and play rocket golf. All you need to bring is a 2 liter soft drink bottle. Location Dates Time England Idlewild #1 7/8 - 7/10 W - F 1:30 - 3 PM

Olympark Games Join us for some friendly competition! The week will start off with an opening ceremony with participants representing different countries. Flags and torches will be made to carry in the parade and the Games will begin! Athletes will compete in bean bag toss, jump rope, line jumps, races, ring toss, target golf, baseball throw, ping pong ball toss, foam javelin throw, foam archery, hula hoop and more! Medals will be awarded at the end of each day’s competition. We will end the week with a closing ceremony and announcement of all winners. Location Dates Time Boone Woods #2 6/22 - 6/26 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM

Creative Arts Create 3 fun, challenging and useful art and craft projects that the whole family will enjoy. There will be 3 different sessions, Most supplies included, participant will need to bring a few supplies as indicated below. Session 1 Stain Glass Paper Lanterns Burlap & Felt Wall Hangings Bead Wood Mosaic Plaques Location Dates Time Boone Woods #3 6/17 - 6/19 W - F 1:30 - 3 PM Session 2 Wire Sculptures & Ragimals Butterfly & Bird Wood Decorations 3-D Wall Hanging Location Dates Time Boone Woods #3 7/15 - 7/17 W - F 1:30 - 3 PM Session 3 3-D Mobiles Paper Mache Mini Boxes Paper Quilling Art Location Dates Time Boone Woods #3 7/29 - 7/31 W - F 1:30 - 3 PM

3 Foot Scarecrow Craft Bring your creativity to decorate your own free standing scarecrow for your home. All supplies provided. Class limited to 15 participants. Location Dates Time Boone Woods #3 7/1 W 10 - 11:30 AM

Ages 6 & 7

Pickleball Learn this fun sport that combines Tennis, Badminton & Ping Pong on the new Pickleball Courts at Boone Woods. Racquets & Balls provided. Google Pickleball to learn more. Location Dates Time Boone Woods 6/11 - 7/30 TH 10 - 11 AM (Courts are located at the top of the hill by the stage)

Disc Golf 7 week program. Learn the basic skills, rules and different ways to play disc golf. A great way to get outside and get some exercise. No Program July 3 Location Dates Time Boone Woods #3 6/12 - 7/31 F 10 - 11 AM

Chess, Backgammon & Mancala Camp Learn & Play Chess, Backgammon & Mancala in this fun program that meets for a week. Play different opponents while enjoying the outdoors and socializing with other kids.. Location Dates Time Boone Woods #2 6/15 - 6/19 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM Boone Woods #2 7/27 - 7/31 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM

Kickball 8 week program. The greatest kickball league in the world is back! Meet new friends while playing kickball. Players will be divided on teams each week. Location Dates Time England Idlewild Field #4 6/10 - 7/22 W 10 - 11 AM



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Dodgeball 8 week program. Join us for an action packed hour of dodgeball! National Amateur Dodgeball Association rules will be followed. Players will be divided on teams each week. Location Dates Time Boone Woods Tennis Ct. 6/9 - 7/28 Tues 10 - 11 AM

Scavenger Walks & Crafts A walk a day is good for your health! Join Parks staff in walking the trails in the park while hunting for items on the Scavenger Hunt! Each day will be something different! 1 week program. Location Dates Time Walton Park #2 6/15 - 6/19 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM Central Park #1 6/22 - 6/26 M - F 10 -11:30 AM Central Park #2 7/27 - 7/31 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM

Fitness Fun & Crafts Have fun while getting fit! This fast paced week will include exercises, games, skill and strength training, activities, sports and more! 1 week program. Location Dates Time England Idlewild #1 6/8 - 6/12 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM England Idlewild #1 7/6 - 7/10 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM

Games & Crafts - Four Square, Koob & More! Ninety minutes of outdoor fun! A great way to socialize with other children while playing group games and making crafts. 1 week program. Location Dates Time Boone Woods Stage 6/15 - 6/19 M - F 10 -11:30 AM Boone Woods Stage 7/13 - 7/17 M - F 10 -11:30 AM

It’s All an Act - Drama! A 3 day program. Express your creativity in this program by writing your own skits and performing for your family and friends on the last day. Location Dates Time Boone Woods Stage 7/6 - 7/8 M - W 10 - 11:30 AM


Obstacle Courses & Crafts Create fun obstacle courses & compete with other participants each day. End the day with a creative craft. Location Dates Time Boone Woods #3 7/6 - 7/10 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM

Ages 8 & 9


Detective Camp Come practice your sleuth skills throughout the week and help solve the BIG mystery on Friday to become a Boone County Parks Detective. You will learn decoding, make a detective name badge, briefcase and play detective games and solve the BIG mystery of the week! Location Dates Time Boone Woods #3 6/8 - 6/12 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM Central Park #2 7/27 - 7/31 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM


Loops & Looms Learn the timeless art of weaving in pot holders & hot pads using cotton loops & looms. All supplies provided. Location Dates Time Boone Woods #3 6/29 - 6/30 M - T 10 - 11:30 AM

Ages 8 & 9

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Water Week Water themed activities featuring sea creatures, boats and water games. Activities include water balloon games, relays, shark hats and much more! Join Park staff for a week of fun and learning! Location Dates Time Boone Woods #3 7/20 - 7/24 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM

Olympark Games Join us for a week of friendly competition and spirit of the Olympark Games! The week will start off with an opening ceremony with participants representing different countries. Flags and torches will be made to carry in the parade and the Games will begin! Athletes will compete in bean bag toss, jump rope, line jumps, races, ring toss, target golf, baseball throw, ping pong ball toss, foam javelin throw, foam archery, hula hoop and more! Medals will be awarded at the end of each day’s competition. We will end the week with a closing ceremony and announcement of all winners. Location Dates Time Boone Woods #3 6/22 - 6/26 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM


Kickball 8 week program. The greatest kickball league in the world is back! Meet new friends while playing kickball. Players will be divided on teams each week. No program July 4. Location Dates Time England Idlewild Field #4 6/10 - 7/22 W 10 - 11 AM

Pickleball Learn this fun sport that combines Tennis, Badminton & Ping Pong on the new Pickleball Courts at Boone Woods. Racquets & Balls provided. Google Pickleball to learn more. Location Dates Time Boone Woods 6/11 - 7/30 TH 10 - 11 AM (Courts are located at the top of the hill by the stage)

Dodgeball 8 week program. Join us for an action packed hour of dodgeball! National Amateur Dodgeball Association rules will be followed. Players will be divided on teams each week. Location Dates Time Boone Woods Tennis Ct. 6/9 - 7/28 Tues 10 - 11 AM

Ages 8 & 9

Ages 10 - 15

Disc Golf 7 week program. Learn the basic skills, rules and different ways to play Disc Golf. No Program July 3 Location Dates Time Boone Woods #3 6/12 - 7/31 F 10 - 11 AM

Chess, Backgammon & Mancala Camp Learn & Play Chess, Backgammon & Mancala in this fun program that meets for a week. Play different opponents while enjoying the outdoors and socializing with other kids.. Location Dates Time Boone Woods #2 6/15 - 6/19 M - F 1:30 - 3 PM Boone Woods #2 7/27 - 7/30 M - F 10 - 11:30 AM


Loops & Looms Learn the timeless art of weaving in pot holders & hot pads using cotton loops & looms. All supplies provided. Location Dates Time Boone Woods #3 6/29 - 6/30 M - T 10 - 11:30 AM

Build - A - Boat Camp Think you’ve got the skills to build a boat out of card-board and race it? Then come to Central Park and join the fun. You will be constructing your boat throughout the week and race it on Camp Ernst Lake on Saturday. We provide the duct tape, you provide the cardboard. Location Dates Time Central Park #2 7/13 - 7/17 M - F 1 - 3 PM Camp Ernst Lake 7/18 Sat. 10 AM


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Ages 10 - 15

Evening Kickball Players will be divided into teams in age groups each week. 4 week program. Location Dates Time Maple Wood Ball Fields 7/2 - 7/30 TH 7 - 8 PM

Ages 6- 15

Programs, Classes and Events are Subject to Change. Visit the Boone

County Parks & Recreation website at www.boonecountyky.org/parks for

updates and to register for Programs. We also update our Facebook page with all of

our latest news.

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Environmental/Nature Programs!

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Signs of the Seasons March 29, June 21, September 27, & December 20 11 AM – 1 PM Middle Creek Park Join us for a walk in the park as we take in the sights and sounds of the seasons and notice how nature changes throughout the year! There will be one scheduled hike per season, please come dressed and prepared for an easy-going hike along the park’s nature trails. Flower Scavenger Hunt May 27 12-4 PM Walton Community Park Swing by any time during the program to try your hand at the spring wildflower scavenger hunt! Reptiles of Boone County August 1 12-1 PM Conservancy Park Come and meet some of our scaly friends that call our county home and learn about what makes reptiles unique! Nocturnal Animals Night Hike October 30 6-8 PM Middle Creek Park Get into the Halloween spirit with a spooky evening adventure in the park at dark! We will keep a wary eye out for any critters that might just be waking up and creeping about! Please come dressed and prepared for an easy-going hike along the park’s nature trails. Silly Rabbit Tracks Are For Kids! November 8 1-3 PM Boone Woods Park Shelter #3 The forest may look more quiet as the seasons change, but there is plenty of life still around! Join us as we take a look at what kinds of tracks our native animals leave behind. We will take a short hike around and see if we can find any tracks around the park! Please come dressed and prepared for an easy-going hike.

All About Beavers February 22 1-3 PM Conservancy Park All ages are welcome to join us at Conservancy Park as we learn all about beavers and their busy lifestyle. We will hike around the lake and visit a beaver dam to observe the signs these landscape engineers leave behind. Please dress for the weather. To register, email [email protected] with your name, the number of people in your party, and ages of children using the subject “Beavers.” This event is sponsored by the Boone County Conservation District and the Boone County Parks Department. Salamander Search March 20 8-10 PM Middle Creek Park Boone County is home to many species of salamanders, which survive the winter by burrowing underground to stay warm. In early spring, salamanders are very active as they emerge from the forest floor at night and head for the small ponds that serve as breeding grounds. Join BCCDKY and Boone County Parks for a nighttime salamander search on March 20. We will have flashlights and pond nets to share, but please dress for the weather and be prepared for mud. All ages welcome. To register, email [email protected] with your name, the number of people in your party, and ages of children using the subject “March 20 Salamander Search.” This event is sponsored by the Boone County Conservation District and the Boone County Parks Department. Salamander Search March 21 2 - 4 PM Middle Creek Park Salamanders are a sure sign of spring, and are often found hiding in the forest floor on in clear, cold streams and vernal ponds. In Boone County, we have redback salamanders, slimy salamanders, newts, and more! What else will we find forest? Join us to find out! At this salamander search, we will hike up to the vernal pond at Middle Creek Park. Please be prepared for a short, but steep, forest hike. Meet in the Middle Creek Park parking lot. Please wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather. To register, email [email protected] with your name, the number of people in your party, and ages of children using the subject “March 21 Salamander Search.” This event is sponsored by the Boone County Conservation District and the Boone County Parks Department. Reforest NKY April 4 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM Boone Woods Park Shelter #3 Reforest Northern Kentucky is an annual, all-volunteer project organized by the Northern Kentucky Urban and Community Forestry Council to restore native Kentucky woodlands. The reforestation project is responsible for planting thousands of tree seedlings on public, protected previously mowed properties in Boone, Kenton and Campbell Counties. This year’s Reforest project will be held at Boone Woods Park in Burlington, and we need your help to plant 100s of native trees! All ages are welcome, so start your start your spring break off right and get your hands dirty with us! For registration information, visit http://www.nkyurbanforestry.org/.

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Environmental/Nature Programs! Wildflower Walk May 9 12-2 p.m. Middle Creek Park Celebrate the beauty of spring with a wildflower walk in Boone County’s natural areas. We will meet in the Middle Creek Park parking lot, then carpool to Boone Cliffs Nature Preserve for an easy forested hike. The moist, shady forest of Boone Cliffs is great habitat for many varieties of wildflowers, including spring beauties, Dutchman’s breeches, trout lily, trillium, and more. This guided hike covers moderately steep forested trails. Please dress for the weather and wear appropriate footwear for hiking. All ages are welcome, but no dogs allowed. Registration is required. Please email your name, the number of people in your party, and the ages of children to [email protected] with the subject “Wildflower Walk.” This event is sponsored by the Boone County Conservation District and the Boone County Parks Department. River Sweep June 20 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. Conrad Park (Side Entrance) Help keep the Ohio River clean! Join us for a fun and ENERGETIC cleanup! Please wear appropriate clothing - tennis shoes, jeans, t-shirt, bug spray, and sunscreen. You will likely get dirty with us, but we also highly encourage it. There will be a contest, so be sure to hang out with us until noon! All ages are welcome. The Ohio River Sweep is an annual, volunteer cleanup that extends the entire length of the Ohio River. Volunteers from the six states which border the Ohio River remove litter at multiple locations along the Ohio River and many of its tributaries. The Ohio River Sweep is a family-friendly event and convenient for young people, families and community organizations. For more information on River Sweep, visit http://www.orsanco.org/river-sweep/. No registration required. Art in the Park July 23 1-2 p.m. Walton Community Park Come enjoy a summer stay in the park where we will make nature inspired art. All ages welcome. Registration is required. Please email your name, the number of people in your party, and the ages of children to [email protected] with the subject Art in the Park.” This event is sponsored by the Boone County Conservation District and the Boone County Parks Department. Trees of Boone County August 11 5- 7 p.m. Middle Creek Park Take an evening stroll through the woods as we appreciate the different species of trees that live in Boone County and discuss their roles in our lives and the ecosystem. We will meet in the parking lot of Middle Creek Park and embark on the trails at Dinsmore Woods Nature Preserve. All ages welcome, but no dogs allowed. Please dress for the weather and wear shoes appropriate for a forest hike on a moderately steep trail. Registration is required. Please email your name, the number of people in your party, and the ages of children to [email protected] with the subject “Trees.” This event is sponsored by the Boone County Conservation District and the Boone County Parks Department. Monarch Tagging September 26 11-12pm Conservancy Park All ages and abilities are welcome to join in this citizen science project. We will use butterfly nets to catch migrating monarchs and tag them with small ID stickers. If the monarchs are recaptured later in their migration, scientists will use their ID stickers to learn more about population and migration patterns. Registration is required. Please email your name, the number of people in your party, and the ages of children to [email protected] with the subject “Monarchs.” This event is sponsored by the Boone County Conservation District and the Boone County Parks Department. Boone County Birds October 10 9-11 a.m. Conservancy Park Come learn about bird anatomy and their adaptations for survival in their habitat. We will also learn the basics of 'birding' and hike the new Lee McNeely Bird Trail to see as many birds as we can! All ages welcome. Please dress for the weather and wear shoes appropriate for a forest hike. Registration is required. Please email your name, the number of people in your party, and the ages of children to [email protected] with the subject “Birds.” This event is sponsored by the Boone County Conservation District and the Boone County Parks Department. Night Hike November 6 5-7 p.m. Middle Creek Park Come explore the forest after dark! On this guided hike, we will search for nocturnal animals including owls, flying squirrels, and salamanders. Along the way, test out your night vision with some fun experiments. All ages are welcome. Please dress for the weather. Registration is required. Please email your name, the number of people in your party, and the ages of children to [email protected] with the subject “Night Hike.” This event is sponsored by the Boone County Conservation District and the Boone County Parks Department. Nature Scavenger Hunt December 6 2-4 p.m. Boone Woods Park Shelter #3 Follow the clues to discover all of nature’s hidden treasures and earn a special prize. Registration is required. Please email your name, the number of people in your party, and the ages of children to [email protected] with the subject “Scavenger Hunt.” This event is sponsored by the Boone County Conservation District and the Boone County Parks Department.

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FAIR FISHING FRENZY - Enjoy an afternoon of fishing! Ages - 15 & Under Location - Boone County Fairgrounds Lake Date - Saturday, August 1 Time - 1 - 3 PM

JUNKIMALS CONTEST - Junkimals are animals made of junk! Create your own and enter the contest! Prizes are awarded to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners in each of the 8 age groups. Drop off entries at the Parks Annex Building. Monday, August 1 from 2 - 7 PM. All entries will be displayed at the Boone County Fair Tuesday night through Saturday night in the Lutes Floral Hall. Ages - 2 & Over Location - Parks Annex Building 2959 Gallatin St. Burlington Park in Boone County Administration Building Parking Lot Date - Monday, August 3 Time - 2 - 7 PM

JUNKOBJECTS CONTEST - Junkobjects are objects made of junk! Create your own and enter the contest! Prizes are awarded to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners in each of the 8 age groups. Drop off entries at the Parks Annex Building on Monday, August 3 from 2 - 7 PM. All entries will be displayed at the Boone County Fair Tuesday night through Saturday night in the Lutes Floral Hall. Ages - 2 & Over Location - Parks Annex Building 2959 Gallatin St. Burlington Park in Boone County Administration Building Parking Lot Date - Monday, August 3 Time - 2 - 7 PM

THE GREAT ROCK RACE - Roll your rock down the official Rock Race Track! Choose a rock in its natural state - no alterations. The rock should weigh at least 2 ounces and no more than 5 pounds. The rock traveling the farthest distance from the Rock Race Track is the winner. There will be two divisions: Professional (rocks rolling 20 feet or more) and Amateur (rocks rolling less than 20 feet). Tryouts for divisions are done prior to the race at registration. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners in each of the 4 age groups! Registration: 6 - 6:30 PM Ages - 2 & Over Location - Boone County Fairgrounds Entertainment Pavilion Date - Tuesday, August 4 Time - 6:45 PM

BUBBLE GUM BLOWING CONTEST - We provide the gum, you provide the lung power! Prizes awarded to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners in each age group! Registration: 6 - 7:15 PM Ages - 6 & Over Location - Boone County Fairgrounds Entertainment Pavilion Date - Tuesday, August 4 Time - 7:30 PM

SUNFLOWER SEED SPITTING CONTEST - We provide the seeds! Prizes awarded to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners in each age group! Registration: 6 - 7:15 PM Ages - 6 & Over Location - Boone County Fairgrounds Entertainment Pavilion Date - Tuesday, August 4 Time - 8 PM

Boone County Parks Fair Events!

Best Dressed Rock Contest - Free! Rocks may be dressed in man-made materials or decorative paints. Prizes will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd & 3rd place winners in each of the 8 age groups! Drop off entries at the Parks Annex between 2 PM - 7 PM on Monday, August 3. They will be on display at the Boone County Fair in the Lutes Floral Hall after Tuesday’s Rock Race. Ages - 2 & Over Location - Parks Annex Building 2959 Gallatin St., Burlington Park in Boone County Administration Building Parking Lot Date - Monday, August 3 Time - 2 - 7 PM

Best Painted Rock Shape - Free! Find a rock that is shaped like an object such as a fish, a plate, a flower etc. and paint it! Prizes go to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners in each of eight age groups. Drop off entries at the Parks Annex between 2 PM - 7 PM on Monday, August 3. They will be on display at the Boone County Fair in the Lutes Floral Hall after Tuesday’s Rock Race. Ages - 2 & Over Location - Parks Annex Building 2961 E. Gallatin St., Burlington Park in Boone County Administration Building Parking Lot Date - Monday, August 3 Time - 2 - 7 PM

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Community Garage Sale - Fall - $10/Spot Be one of our many sellers or just shop for free Sellers - $10 for the first space and $6 for each additional space (spaces are equivalent to a 9’x12’ parking space). Set - up begins at 6 AM. Gates open to the public from 8 AM to 1 PM. Pre-Registration is Required to be a Seller Ages - 18 & up Location - Boone County Admin Building Parking Lot Date - October 3

Christmas in Boone County - FREE Events! Christmas Tree Lighting & Visit with Santa & Friends - The Christmas Season kicks off with the Christmas Tree lighting outside of the Boone County Historic Court House in downtown Burlington. Enjoy music & refreshments while waiting for Santa to arrive to light the tree. Join Santa, Rudolph, Frosty and Chris Mouse after the lighting, on the second floor of the Boone County Historic Court House for a visit and photos. Make a Christmas craft to take home. Location: TBD Date: Friday, December 4 Time: 6 PM - 8 PM Holiday Crafts & Reindeer Games - The Boone County Parks Department and the Boone County Cooperative Extension Service are partnering to bring you 2 hours of holiday fun for the family! Join us for this FREE program to make a variety of holiday crafts and play reindeer games. Location: Boone County Extension Enrichment Center 1824 Patrick Drive, Burlington Dates: Saturday, December 5 Times: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Register online or at the door)

Fall/Winter Programs & Arboretum Classes and Events!

Letters From Santa - $5/ Letter Santa Claus is returning to Boone County. Give your child a wonderful memory of Christmas 2020 with a personalized letter from Santa Claus himself. If you would like to personalize a letter to your child/children, simply print the registration form on our website, answer the questions and return to the Parks Office by November 20th. Letters will be mailed by December 11.

Jack-O-Lantern Contest & Walk - FREE - Rain or Shine! Walk the illuminated trail lined with Jack-O-Lanterns. We will have hayrides and refreshments! Family Event! Location: Boone County Fair Grounds 5819 Idlewild Road, Burlington, KY 41005 Date - October 24, 2020 Time - 7:30 - 9 PM To enter the Jack-O-Lantern Contest please visit our website or call (859) 334-2117.

Women’s Volleyball Leagues - Fall/Winter $275/team 10 week officiated leagues. Team signup only. NFHS Rules. Location - Goodridge Elementary Date - September 9 - November 11, 2020 January 6 - March 10, 2021

Men’s 50 + Basketball Leagues - Fall/Winter $365/team 10 week officiated leagues. Team signup only. Location - Florence Elementary Date - September 8 - November 17, 2020 January 5 - March 9, 2021

25 & Over Volleyball - Fall/Winter - $30 Open Volleyball League. Players will be put on teams each week & games will be officiated in this 6 week program. Location - Goodridge Elementary Date - Mondays, Fall - September 14 - October 26 Mondays, Winter - January 25 - March 8 Time - Fall - 7 PM - 9 PM Winter - 6:30 PM - 8: 30 PM

It’s Time for Tom (Turkey, that is)! - FREE Fun for the whole family! Thanksgiving is just around the corner. Come learn about turkeys, make a craft and listen to a story by our special guest, Tom Turkey! Location - Boone County Public Library Main Branch Date - November 14 Time - 10 - 11:30 AM

Boone County Arboretum 2020 Class & Event Schedule

For registration and program details please visit www.bcarboretum.org/events or call 859-586-6101

INSECT AND DISEASE UPDATE:WHAT'S BUGGIN'MY TREE? WED 1/22 1 PM-2 PM Boone County Extension Join us for an informative insect pest and disease update with Joe Boggs of THE Ohio State University. We'll cover current issues happening in the region with our trees, and potential future concerns fortress looming on the horizon. Guest presenter, Joe Boggs. FREE! MAPLE SYRUP PRODUCTION - THU 2/15 9 AM-8:30 PM Boone County Arboretum, (9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Shelter #2) Learn the process of making maple syrup from the sugar maples in our area! Join us for this informative live demonstration of tapping maples and making syrup at the Arboretum! Guest presenter, Todd Baeten. FREE! NKY BEEKEEPERS ASSOC.BEEKEEPING SCHOOL - THU 2/20 Time: TBD Enrichment Center, Lower Level. The NKY Beekeepers Association is holding a Beekeeping 101 class that is free to the public. Bring brown bag lunch, drinks and dessert will be provided. The class will cover: overview of beekeeping, equipment and tools of the trade, hive installation, and pests and diseases. Check-in begins at 8:30 a.m. There will be a raffle: win beekeeping items. SPRING TEA-EVENT - THU 3/26 11 AM-2 PM Enrichment Center, Lower Level. This highly anticipated annual event includes a delightful presenter, deli-cious food, table service, and a fantastic silent auction surrounded by an elegant ambiance. Registration will open Feb. 11at 9:00am. Registrations will not be accepted before February10. Be sure to register early, this event sells out quick! Register online at www.bcarboretum.org.$48/$42

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Boone County Arboretum 2020 Class & Event Schedule

For registration and program details please visit www.bcarboretum.org/events or call 859-586-6101

SPRING BLOOMSAT THE ARBORETUM - THU 4/16 1 PM-2 PM (Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Shelter #2.) Join us for a guided tour of the Arboretum’s stunning spring blooms and learn which trees & shrubs would be best for your landscape. Presented by Arboretum Staff. FREE! DOGWOOD DASH 5K-EVENT - SAT 4/25 9 AM-12 PM (Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Rd.) Run or walk amongst the brilliant blooms of flowering dogwood and cherry trees while getting healthy. Awards, door prizes, tree seedlings and refreshments are provided to all participants. More information can be found at www.bcarboretum.org.$22 pre-registration with no shirt, $32 pre-registration with shirt, $27 late registration no shirt. WILDLIFE HABITAT IMPROVEMENT - TUE 5/12 6 PM-7 PM (Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Shelter #2.) Dr. Matt Springer from the University of Kentucky will present on how to improve your back yard, farm, or small space to help our local wildlife thrive. You will learn about desirable vegetation and food sources, nesting areas, fence lines and forest edges, and much more of Dr. Springer’s expertise. SPRING PLANT SALE - SAT 5/16 9 AM-3 PM (Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Front Concession Building.) Fill your landscape for a good cause! Don’t miss unbeatable deals on perennials, annuals, trees, shrubs and more at our annual Arboretum Plant Sale! All proceeds benefit the Friends of the Boone County Arboretum. FBCA members pre-sale, Friday, May 15 from 4:30-6:30pm. ARBORETUM &ALES-TREEID&SELECTION - THU 6/4 3 PM-5 PM (Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Shelter #1.) Join Kris Stone (Director of the Arboretum) and Steve Foltz (Director of Horticulture, Cincinnati Zoo) for a stroll through the Arboretum, looking at trees and shrubs along the way. We’ll discuss the best and worst plants for the Cincinnati area. After the stroll is over join us for a Thirsty Thursday Happy Hour at a nearby establishment. FREE! BAT ENCOUNTER - TUE 6/9 1 PM-2 PM (Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Shelter #1.) Learn about the interesting world of bats! Join us as Nicole Kmetz, Arboretum on Wheels Educator teaches us all about bats, and how to make homes for them to use in your own backyard! Live animal encounter!$6 per person STORY TIME IN THE CHILDREN’S GARDEN - WED 6/17 10 AM -11 AM (Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Shelter #1) We’ll read stories and make a craft to take home. Bring a blanket to sit on. Ages 2 to 5 are welcome, must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Shelter #1 if it is raining. FREE! CHILDRENSSCIENCE LAB WITH AOW-BEAUTIFUL BUTTERFLIES - FRI 6/19 1 PM-3 PM (Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Shelter #2.) AOW Educator Judy Gammon will walk us through the Arboretum’s butterfly garden, where she will discuss the importance of pollinators, beneficial plants, and hopefully catch some butterflies! The Arboretum in Wheels will be there to see samples and explore as well! STORY TIME IN THE CHILDREN’S GARDEN - WED 7/15 10 AM -11 AM (Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Shelter #1.) We’ll read stories and make a craft to take home. Bring a blanket to sit on. Ages 2 to 5 are welcome, must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Shelter #1 if it is raining.FREE! YOGA IN THE ARBORETUM - WED 6/3 - 8/26 EVERY WED 7 PM-8 PM (Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Shelter #1.) Join us for a group yoga session surrounded by the serenity of the Arboretum! Sessions provided by yoga instructor Lorna Barrett every Wednesday evening in summer from June 3 until August 26. Be sure to bring your mat! Free, donations accepted. FAMILY SCIENCE LAB WITH AOW-POLLINATOR GARDENING - FRI 7/17 1 PM-3 PM (Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Shelter #2.) Judy Gammon - Pollinator gardens are great additions to any landscape. Learn how you can create these cheerful gardens for your personal enjoyment and contribute to the success of Monarch Butterflies and other pollinators in our area. Learn about tagging Monarch Butterflies to help scientists track their migration to Mexico! Arboretum, Shelter #1 STORY TIME IN THE CHILDREN’S GARDEN - WED 8/19 10 AM -11 AM (Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Shelter #1.) We’ll read stories and make a craft to take home. Bring a blanket to sit on. Ages 2 to 5 are welcome, must be accompanied by an adult. Meet at Shelter #1 if it is raining. FREE! VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION PICNIC - TUE 8/24 6:30 PM-8:30 PM (Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Shelter #1.) All volunteers are welcome to join us in a celebration of thanks for your continued support of the Arboretum! RSVP online at www.bcarboretum.org PAWPAW TASTING - THU 9/10 5 PM-7 PM. Enrichment Center, Lower Level. Join us for this annual event as we learn about the native pawpaw tree. Pawpaw trees produce the largest native fruit in the U.S. & have a mango-banana flavor when ripe. This program offers the opportunity to taste many varieties and different pawpaw-incorporated recipes! $5.00, members free! AUTUMN AFFAIR - SAT 9/19 6:30 PM-10:30 PM (Details to follow) FALLTREE WALK - WED 10/22 2 PM –3 PM (Boone County Arboretum, 9190 Camp Ernst Rd, Concession Building) Join us for a casual stroll through the Arboretum as we enjoy the beautiful peak of fall color at the Arboretum! Program led by Arboretum staff. FREE! TREE FUND:STATE OF THE TREES ADDRESS - SAT (Date TBD) 1 PM -2:30 PM (Enrichment Center, Lower Level) Join us for a powerhouse discussion on the status of the health of our regions trees. What lies ahead in terms of insect and disease challenges, climate adaptability, and future selections for planting? How are our current trees performing at our regional Arboreta and Botanical Gardens? We’ll answer all of these questions and more as we hear from Dr. Bill Fountain (University of Kentucky), Dr. Joe Boggs (Ohio State University), Steve Foltz (Cincinnati Zoo), and Kris Stone (Boone County Arboretum). Panel session with Q&A from audience follows presentations. $15 members, $20 non-members, $10 student FRIENDS OF THE ARBORETUM HOLIDAY PARTY - MON 12/7 1 PM -2:30 PM (Enrichment Center, Lower Level) We welcome all members to join us for our annual holiday party as we celebrate all that we have accomplished for the Arboretum in 2020. Meat provided, bring a dish to pass.

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Boone County Parks & Recreation Registration Form

BOONE COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION REGISTRATION FORM Complete this form and mail to:

PO Box 566, Burlington, KY 41005 Tel: (859) 334-2117; Fax (859) 334-2127

Additional forms may be printed from our website: www.boonecountyky.org/departments/parks. Make checks payable to: Boone County Fiscal Court, or fill out the credit card form below

All checks returned by the bank will incur a $50.00 fee.

REGISTRANT INFORMATION (Please Print)

PARENT / GUARDIAN NAME

ADDRESS CITY STATE ZIP CODE

HOME PHONE CELL PHONE E-MAIL ADDRESS

EMERGENCY CONTACT NAME EMERGENCY CONTACT PHONE RELATIONSHIP/CHILD

Please list any participant’s medical conditions or special needs: _________________________________________________________________________

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PLEASE PROCEED TO THE NEXT PAGE. SIGNATURE ON WAIVER FORM IS REQUIRED TO TAKE PART IN BOONE COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION

PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES.

REGISTRATION WILL NOT BE PROCESSED UNLESS WAIVER IS SIGNED.

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PARTICIPANT FIRST & LAST NAME

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WAIVER OF LIABILITY PLEASE READ AND SIGN THE WAIVER STATEMENT BELOW

(This waiver must be signed by all participating adults 18 years old and over, and/or by a parent or guardian for each participant under age 18)

As a participant in this Boone County Parks program, I recognize and acknowledge that there are certain risks of injury and I waive and relinquish all claims I or my children may have as a result of participation in this program

against Boone County, the Boone County Parks Department, and its officials (either elected or appointed), commissioners, officers, agents, employees, & volunteers. I further agree to indemnify, hold harmless and defend Boone County, the Boone County Parks Department, and its officials (either elected or appointed), commissioners, officers, agents, employees, and volunteers from and against any and all claims, suits or cause of actions, including

reasonable attorney’s fees, sustained or caused by myself or my child arising out of, in connection with, or in any way associated with the activities of this program.

I give my child/children permission to participate in this program, and on the child’s behalf as parent and/or legal guardian I hereby waive, release and forever discharge any and all claims against the County of Boone, the Boone

County Parks Department, and its officials (either elected or appointed), commissioners, officers, agents, employed, and volunteers for damages and/or injuries which may arise from my child’s participation in this program.

Please list the participating child/children’s name (s): __________________________________________ _________________________________________ __________________________________________ _________________________________________

I, the undersigned, understand and acknowledge that participation in a recreational activity can be hazardous and I realize that no one should enter into a recreation activity unless the participant is medically able. I/We assume all risk associated with this activity including, but not limited to: falls, contact with other participants or equipment, effects of weather, equipment failure, and condition of playing area. I fully understand that it is my responsibility to ascertain if

this specific activity contains other elements of risk that could prove to be harmful to a participant.

Having read this waiver and in consideration of acceptance of entry into the program, I and anyone entitled to act on my behalf waive and release Boone County, Boone County Parks Department, it’s co-sponsors, their representatives

and successors from all and against any and all claims, suits, or cause of actions, including reasonable attorney’s fees, sustained or caused by myself or my child arising out of, in connection with, or in any way associated with the

activities of this program.

SIGNATURE _________________________________________________________________________ DATE ______________________ Participant or Legal Parent/Guardian

I give my permission to the Boone County Parks Department to take my picture or my child’s picture to use on all future advertising for Park’s programs. I also hereby consent to the use of

my or my child’s photograph or cinematic image without compensation.

SIGNATURE ________________________________________________________________________ DATE ______________________ Participant or Legal Parent/Guardian

PHOTO RELEASE

Boone County Parks & Recreation Permission & Waiver

Documents

ADULT, YOUTH AND FAMILY PROGRAMS! FREE MOVIE NIGHTS ... Newsletter.pdf · away, in addition to drinks and popcorn. Ages - 15 & Under Boone County Parks! Location - England Idlewild