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Summertime with Parks & Recreation
Tecumseh
Parks & Recreation
Sports & Events
Guide
Super Summer
Edition
Office Hours:
Monday
Through
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
We are dreaming of blue skies, warm temperatures and plenty of outdoor
fun here at Tecumseh Parks & Recreation! In this guide you will find a wide
selection of activities to enjoy once summer rolls around. Start making
plans now to join us for our annual free events like the fishing derby, our
canoe and kayak races, or our skateboard jam. If you have a sports fanatic
we have a selection of summer camps for them to take advantage of;
soccer, basketball, and golf camp - just to name a few.
We also offer non-sports themed, unique two hour
camps that will engage participants with plenty of fun.
No matter what the interest we have something that you will enjoy!
Fishing Derby
I caught something! I caught something! Fishing Derby fever that is! That’s
right, it’s that time of year again to gather up the family, grab the fishing
tackle and head on down to Tecumseh Park for the annual fishing derby.
People of all ages are welcome to join Tecumseh Parks & Recreation along
with local bass fishing legend, John Alcodray, for another chance to reel in
some great prizes and gift giveaways. We are also pleased to have Busch’s
Fresh Food Market on site, providing a
free lunch of hot dogs, chips, cookies,
and water. Come out and enjoy a
great morning of fishing!
Location: Tecumseh Park
Date: Saturday June 13
Time: 9:00 AM
Cost: Free!
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Tot Baseball
5/6 year old Co-ed Baseball League
Take me out to the ball game, take me out to the park, buy me some peanuts and crackerjacks…….Does your
little one want to learn how to play baseball? Sign ‘em up for our tot baseball program, perfect for boys and
girls ages 3 & 4! Your favorite tot will experience batting, catching, throwing and fielding in this parent
involved program. With two sessions to chose from, we have an option for you. Tot baseball is a great way to
spend some quality time with your little one this summer out at the ball diamonds at Cal Zorn Park!
All sessions are held at Cal Zorn Park on Russell Road.
Cost: $40; $30 city residents
June Session
Days: Mondays and
Wednesdays
Dates: June 8, 10, 15, & 17
Times: 5:30 - 6:00 PM
Must register by
May 27
August Session
Days: Mondays and
Wednesdays
Dates: August 3, 5, 10, &
12
Times: 5:30 - 6:00 PM
Must register by
July 21
Join us this summer for some fun co-ed baseball action! This league is for boys and girls, 5-6 years old. Our
young players focus on learning the basics of the game while making friends along the way.
The season will consist of practices as well as games throughout the entire season.
Weather dependent, players will have 6 practice sessions and 5 games.
This is a t-ball league with the possibility of coach pitch towards the end of the season (no machine pitch).
Batting helmets, bats, and catchers equipment will be provided by the Parks & Recreation department;
players must have their own mitt and ball cap. Metal cleats are prohibited.
All of our baseball teams are coached by volunteers and parents, just like you! Please consider coaching a team;
as our way of saying thanks, you will receive 1/2 off the price of one registration.
Location: Cal Zorn Park
Dates: June 22 - July 16; no games Thursday, July 2
Days: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday: Practices are Mondays, games Tuesday and Thursday
Time: Sessions begin at 5:00 PM
Cost: $55; $45 city residents
Must register by Wednesday June 10
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Soccer Camp with SHU Coach Oliver
Volleyball Camp
Bump, set, pass, score! Volleyball camp is taking over
Tecumseh Parks and Recreation in July. This four day camp
is offered for boy and girls. Campers will learn the basic
fundamentals of volleyball in an environment where
teamwork and fun are the main components! Campers in
the 11-14 year old session will focus on player
development and proper technique.
When: July 20 - 23
Where: AJ Smith Recreation Center
Must register by July 7, 2015
Summer is an excellent time to work on your soccer skills and become a better soccer player.
Boys and girls are invited to join Scott Oliver and his coaching staff from Siena Heights University
as they focus on helping campers improve shooting, passing, ball skills, and defense.
Most importantly, this camp will emphasize the development of an individual and group attitude.
Soccer camp will be a fun and positive experience for the players. Get ready for games, contests,
run stations/drills, and plenty of fun!
This camp takes place
Monday through Thursday August 3 - 6
at Cal Zorn Park.
Must register by July 21, 2015.
Ages 11 - 14
Times: 6:30 - 8:00
Cost: $55; $45 city residents
Ages 5 - 7
Times: 5:15 - 6:15
Cost: $50; $40 city resident
Ages 8 - 11
Times: 6:15 - 7:45
Cost: $55; $45 city resident
Ages 7 - 10
Times: 5:15 - 6:15
Cost: $50; $40 city resident
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Kid’s Fun Camps
Our Kid’s Fun Camps are designed to engage campers in fun activities, with each session featuring a unique
theme! Campers will learn something new during each camp, such as how to dig up dinosaur bones, become
familiar with a compass and map to find hidden treasure, learn the ways of becoming a pirate,
and much more! Boys and girls age 6 - 10 are welcome and invited to participate.
All sessions run from 1:30 - 3:30 PM on the day of the camp.
Day Activity Price
July 9
Ocean Day takes place at the AJ Smith Recreation Center. Campers will
learn about ocean life through games and activities.
Must register by June 30
$20
July 13
Trail Walk will take place at Indian Crossing Trail located behind Hayden
Mill, located at 703 E. Chicago Boulevard.
Must register by June 30
$15
July 16
Tie Dye Camp will take place at the AJ Smith Recreation Center.
Camp includes one t-shirt to tie dye; campers are welcome to bring other
articles of clothing to dye.
Must register by June 30 $15
July 23
Pirate Camp will take place at the AJ Smith Recreation Center.
Participants will learn about the life of a pirate through games and
activities. Pirate attire is encouraged!
Must register by July 8
$20
July 27
Find a Treasure Camp begins at the pavilion in Satterthwaite Park,
located at 703 E. Chicago Boulevard. Campers will assist Parks and
Recreation staff in as they search for lost treasure!
Must register by July 8
$15
July 30 &
31
Dino Camp campers will spending one afternoon learning about dino-
saurs through games and activities at the AJ Smith Recreation Center.
Campers will meet the next afternoon at Tecumseh Park and dig for
dinosaur bones!
Must register by July 8
$20
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Kite Camp
Waterpalooza
Accessorize your Doll!
Look it’s a bird, it’s a plane………...no, it’s the coolest flying kite
you’ve ever seen! Tecumseh Parks and Recreation is offering a two
hour camp where boys and girls, ages 6 - 10, can customize and
decorate their own personal kite and then give it a test flight! Each
camper will receive a kite to personalize and of course, plenty of
string. Space is limited to 24 participants so sign up today!
Location to be determined.
Date and Time: July 8 from 1:30 - 3:30 PM
Cost: $20
Must register by June 24
Does your doll have a busy summer on tap? Make sure they are ready for fun in the sun and outfit them with
some new accessories. Sign up for our two hour camp and create several pieces sure to enhance
your doll’s life. Campers will enjoy making unique items for their doll in a relaxed summer atmosphere.
This camp is perfect for boys and girls ages 7 - 12. Space is limited so sign up today!
Who: Boys and Girls ages 7 - 12
Location: AJ Smith Recreation Center
Date and Time: July 21 1:30 - 3:30
Cost: $20
Must be registered by July 15
Tecumseh Parks and Rec has an event to help your child beat the
summer heat! Children ages 6 - 10 are invited to come out to Cal
Zorn Park for activities like water balloon toss, slip n slide limbo,
water bucket duck duck goose, water balloon dodge ball, and even a
watermelon eating contest! This event will involve getting wet and
messy; bathing suits, water shoes and towels recommended.
Who: Boys and Girls ages 6 - 10
Location: Cal Zorn Park
Date and Time: July 22 1:30 - 3:30
Cost: $15
Must be registered by July 15
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Bowling Camp
Golf Camp
What is your child doing in their “spare” time? Why not register them in our new summer
bowling camp! Ten Pin Alley is looking forward to teaching your child the basics of bowling
and having tons of fun. Camp price includes shoe rental, use of a house ball, and two
games per session.
Who: Boys and girls ages 5 - 14
Dates and Time: June 22 through
25 @ 5:30 PM
Location: Ten Pin Bowling Alley
Cost: $50; $40 city residents
Must register by June 9
Fore! Parks and Recreation is teaming up with Raisin Valley Golf Course again this year to
offer a golf camp for boys and girls ages 8 - 14. This three week camp meets on Tuesdays
and Thursday at Raisin Valley Golf Course from 1:00 PM until 2:30 PM.
Golf Camp will foster a love of the game while focusing on proper hitting techniques and
form for your young Michelle Wie or Phil Mickelson.
Players are asked to bring their own clubs, however, rentals are available.
Location: Raisin Valley Golf Course
Dates and Times: Tuesdays and Thursdays July 7 through 23 1:00 - 2:30 PM
Cost: $55; $45 city residents
Must register by June 30
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Basketball Camp
Summer Gym Games Step away from the Xbox and put the Wii down! Instead, head on over to the AJ Smith
Recreation Center for some good old fashioned organized gym games. This new summer
program is the perfect opportunity for boys and girls ages 7 - 12 to burn off some energy
and have a blast as everyone’s favorite Recreation Programmer, Kyle Braunschneider,
organizes sessions of kickball, dodge ball, capture the flag, spike ball, and much more.
Who: Boys and Girls ages 7 - 12
Location: AJ Smith Recreation Center
Date and Time: July 7, 14, 21, 28 @ 2:30 - 4:00 PM
Cost: $15 for all four sessions or $5 to drop-in
Boys and girls are invited to join us at the AJ Smith Recreation Center for a fun filled basketball
experience! Campers will focus on the basics for basketball: shooting, passing, dribbling, and defensive
technique. Our energetic staff promises to not only create a fun filled atmosphere, but we will strive to
make each camper’s experience positive and educational. Each session will be filled with the
fundamentals, as well as, FUN game play to achieve a well-rounded basketball experience.
See you on the court!
Camp takes place at AJ Smith Rec Center.
Must Register by August 4
Ages 6 - 8
Date and Times: August 17
through 20 @ 5:15 - 6:15
Cost: $50; $40 city resident
Ages 9 - 12
Dates and Times: August 17
through 20 @ 6:30 - 8:00
Cost: $55; $45 city resident
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Canoe and Kayak Races
Skateboard Competition
Ready! Set! Row! Bring the whole family and join TPR and the Tecumseh Paddling Company for
our annual Canoe and Kayak Races on June 20. Races will consist of doubles in canoes, and both
singles and doubles in kayaks. The fun begins at 10 AM and we have heats designed for children,
adults, and families. What better way to enjoy the
summer heat than being out on the
water at Globe Mill Pond.
Registration begins @ 9:15 AM
Location: Globe Mill Pond
Date: Saturday June 20, 2015
Time: Races begin at 10:00 AM
This is a FREE event!
Kickflip the summer off with a skateboarding competition TPR style! Our
summer skateboarding competition is a jam session format. Jam ses-
sions will have two age brackets ages 11 - 16 and 17 and up. This com-
petition gives you the opportunity to showcase your skateboarding skills
on Saturday June 27 at Satterthwaite Park. Awards will be presented to
the top three skaters in each age bracket. Grab your board and get
ready to represent your style!
Registration begins @ 9:15 AM
Date & Time: Saturday June 27 @ 10 AM
Cost: Free! Donations accepted and appreciated
Ages: 11 - 16 year olds and 17 and up (two different brackets)
Location: Satterthwaite Park
Tecumseh Parks & Recreation programs can be found online at:
tecumsehparksandrec.recdesk.com
You can find all the wonderful programs in this guide plus register for them online.
Call us at 517-423-5602 with questions.