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• General InformationPhone: 343-4474Fax: 343-6523 / TDD: 343-3457

• Parks & Recreation DirectorJohn Rodda - 343-4355

• Parks SuperintendentHolly Spoth-Torres - 343-4585

• Parks Maintenance Operations Hotline - 343-8277

• Development Director Cathy Janigo - 343-4492

Index........................................Special Events..........................Education & Special Interests...Fitness & Health.......................Preschool & Toddler.................Outdoor Recreation.................. Ski Lessons.................... Sledding/Ice Skating......Aquatics................................... Dimond Pool East Pool Bartlett Pool Service Pool West PoolProgram Registration................Fairview Recreation Center......Spenard Recreation Center.......Kincaid Outdoor Center............Selkregg Chalet........................

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Anchorage Park Foundation 274-1003

Community Work Service 343-4057

Graffi ti Busters 343-4663

Illegal ActivitiesAPD non-emergency 786-8500

Special Event Permits/FieldRequests 343-4040

Parks & Recreation Information Line 343-4474

Parks & Recreation Admin 343-4355

Horticulture 343-4717

Parks Maintenance 343-4554

Pool Information Line 343-4402

Parks Projects & Public Involvement 343-4585

Trail Watch 343-4492

Volunteer Program 343-4587

Eagle River Parks & Recreation Offi ce 343-1500 or www.muni.org/Departments/ERparks/Pages/default.aspx

Volunteer Information 343-1500

Girdwood Parks & Recreation Offi ce 783-8146 or www.muni.org/Departments/parks/Pages/GirdwoodParksRecreation.aspx

NOTICE: All information inthis Activity Guide is subject to change. Check the website for any updates that may have occurred after the publication date.

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Activity Guide Going Green

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Special Events

Pre-registration and payment is required for Special Events with a fee unless otherwise noted. Free Special

Events are drop-in activities.

September23 Hot Hula DaySu 1-3p FREEKincaid Outdoor Center, 343-6397Margaret Timmerman, 343-4217Try something fun, new and exciting! Inspired by the dances of the South Pacifi c Islands, HOT HULA Fitness® incorporates easy to perform movements set to the sounds of traditional Polynesian drum beats fused with funky Reggae music resulting in a modern, hip, total body workout. For all ages and fi tness levels. Min 5/Max 30

October19 Up In The Air F 12:30-4:30p $15 / personKincaid Outdoor Center, 343-6397Margaret Timmerman, 343-4217Join staff in an afternoon of aviation activities. FAA Educator Angie Slinghoff will lead the group in hands on activities teaching the principles of fl ight. Fly paper airplanes and low tech rockets. For ages 6-12 yrs. Min 6/Max 20

25 East Pool Pumpkin SplashTh 6:45-8:30p $10 advance / $15 day of event / personEast High PoolJennifer Thorne, 343-4495Why bob for apples when you can swim for pumpkins? After you catch a fl oating pumpkin, take it over to the decorating station and dress it up for Halloween. Limited pumpkin supply. Fee covers event and open swim.For ages 6-12 yrs. Min 10/Max 35

26 Haunted Trails F 4:30-8p $10 advance / $15 day of event / familyTrick or Treat Trail 4:30-6:30p Spooky Trail 6:45-8p Goose Lake ParkRebecca Simcox, 343-4247/343-4130Celebrate our favorite creepy, crawly holiday with fun for all ages; carnival games, a trick or treat trail for the little ones, and of course a spooky haunted trail! Trick or Treat Trail suitable for 3 yrs +, Spooky Trail for 8 yrs +. Tickets go on sale Oct 1.

November3 Glue, Goop & Glitter FestSa 1-3p $7 advance / $10 day of event / familySpenard Recreation Center, 343-4160Jennifer Thorne, 343-4495Come celebrate the fun of messy arts and crafts. Play with paint, glue and other hands-on gooey activities. Parents must stay with children. For ages 3+ yrs.

17 Turkey TrotSa 1:30-3p 1:30 p 3-5 yrs 2p 8 yrs 2:30p 9-12 yrs$3 advance / $5 day of event / personRussian Jack Springs ParkRebecca Simcox, 343-4247/343-4130The feathers are fl ying and turkeys are running everywhere, but can you catch one? Our volunteer “turkeys’ will be set free in the park, outfi tted in paper feathers. Win prizes if you can catch the right feather. For ages 3-12 yrs. Min 20/Max 80

December13 Flashlight Candy Cane HuntTh 6p $3 advance / $5 day of event / personGoose LakeRebecca Simcox, 343-4247/343-4130Santa has hidden candy canes all around the park. Bring your fl ashlight and help us fi nd them! You may even fi nd a special candy cane with a prize winning ribbon. Enjoy hot cocoa after the hunt.For ages 3-12 yrs.

15 Gingerbread House & Holiday CarnivalSa 1-3p $5 advance / $10 day of event / personSpenard Recreation Center, 343-4160Jennifer Thorne, 343-4495Get into the holiday spirit with this fun event! Children make and decorate their own gingerbread house, get their picture taken with Santa and make a present for a friend , all in the celebration of winter. Parents must stay with children. For ages 4-13 yrs. Min 45/Max 125

22 Holiday Under Wraps - Parents Day OutSa 12N-4p $20 / personSpenard Recreation Center, 343-4160Do you need much needed time alone to wrap those gifts? How about picking up that last minute gift? Or maybe get shopping done all in one shot? Bring your child over to Holiday Under Wraps, a one day event where your child can make winter crafts, sing songs and play some games! We will keep them busy while you’re busy! Bring a snack, water and a child wanting to have fun! For ages 6-10 yrs.

27 Holiday 3 on 3 Youth Basketball Tournament Th 10a-5p $15 / teamSpenard Recreation Center, 343-4160Form teams of three to play in the 3-on-3 Tournament. This double elimination tournament has divisions for both boys and girls. Each game will be played on half court and to seven points. Two age groups: 7-12 yrs and 13-17yrs. For ages 7-17 yrs.

28 S’More Skate F 1-3pm $5 / familyCuddy ParkRebecca Simcox, 343-4247Combine the crisp winter air with sweet, warm delights of hot chocolate and marshmallow “S’mores”. Join in on family skating fun and games on the cleared ice rink. Recover and refresh in the radiance of the warming barrels provided by Parks and Recreation. For all ages.

January5 Westchester Lagoon Family Skate Season Kick-off Sa 1-3p FREEWestchester LagoonJennifer Thorne, 343-4495Strap on your skates and join us for the kickoff of this annual skate series. Free hot chocolate, music and games will help usher in this Anchorage tradition. In partnership with Conoco Phillips.

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Education & Special InterestsIntro to Morris Dancing $16W Sep 4-Sep 26 6:30-8pInstructor: Dawn Berg Fairview Recreation Center, 343-4130Group folk dancing with rhythmic clashing of sticks or hankie waving to energetic stepping. Live music accompaniment. Ages 10-16 welcome with participating parent. No partner or experience required. Bring indoor only, comfortable, non-marking shoes. Min 8/Max 20.

Morris Dancing $32W Oct 3-Dec 12 6:30-8p Instructor: Dawn Berg Fairview Recreation Center, 343-4130Dance in sets and circles with sticks or hankies. Morris Dance is a living folk tradition from England that is danced around the world today. Rhythmic, aerobic, fun and folkie: with a dash of danger as those sticks clash. Bring indoor only, comfortable, non-marking shoes. No partner required. Dance experience or Introduction Class preferred. Min 8/Max 20.

Native American Twined Basket Weaving $24 Youth / $29 Adult$15 materials fee due to instructor fi rst classTu Oct 16 6-7:30pInstructor: Dorrie DeanFairview Recreation Center, 343-4130Using rattan reeds, weave a basket similar in technique to those made by the Tlingit, Haida and Aleut/Aluutiq cultures. A hand-out on natural dyes is provided. For ages 13 yrs +. Min 5/Max 15

Yukon-Kuskokwim Coiled Basket Weaving $24 Youth / $29 Adult$15 materials fee due to instructor fi rst classTu Oct 23 6-7:30pInstructor: Dorrie DeanFairview Recreation Center, 343-4130Using modern materials, weave a coiled basket similar to those from the Yukon-Kuskokwim area of Alaska. For ages 13 yrs +. Min 5/Max 15

Pine Needle Basket Weaving $29 Youth / $36 Adult$20 materials fee due to instructor fi rst classTu Oct 30 6-7:30pInstructor: Dorrie DeanFairview Recreation Center, 343-4130Using a long-standing method traditional in the SE US, weave a coiled basket using 10-14” pine needles threaded through a pre-drilled wooden base. For ages 13 yrs +. Min 5/Max 15

German Longsword $25 / monthF Ongoing 7-9pInstructor: David TeagueFairview Recreation Center, 343-4130In this beginners class, learn the use of the two handed knightly longsword as taught by the 15 century German Masters. This class will include some training in medieval hand to hand combat. Students will be expected to supply their own safety gear and training sword as the class progresses. Some lender gear available. For ages 14 yrs +. Min 8/Max 20

Beginning Woodworking $40 plus project materials: wood, screws, glue, hardware and fi nishesM Sep 4-Oct 22 7-9:30p(Sep 4 held on a Tu due to holiday)W Sep 19-Oct 24 7-9:30pM Oct 29-Dec 17 7-9:30pW Oct 31-Dec 19 7-9:30pInstructor’s Workshop (directions provided at registration)Instructor: Tom WarrenFairview Recreation Center, 343-4130Learn power tool safety, operation, and the fundamentals of woodworking design, joinery, techniques and fi nishes while making a project of your choice. No prior experience necessary. Tools are provided by the instructor. Class is held at instructor’s workshop located on Hillside, 4-wheel drive recommended. For ages 15 yrs +. Min 1/Max 3

Fun Art Fridays $7 early family / $10 day of eventF Sep 21 “Pirate, Ahoy” 6:30-8:30pF Oct 12 “Spooky Art” 6:30-8:30pF Nov 16 “Rumble in the Jungle” 6:30-8:30pF Dec 14 “Winter Blast” 6:30-8:30pSpenard Recreation Center, 343-4160Jen Thorne, 343-4495This family-friendly event allows you the opportunity to create art, learn about music and movement with Mr. Clay, and have a great time! This program features different great projects each month that explore various themes. **DIRT ALERT: Children are encouraged to wear old clothing; program activities may be messy! For all ages

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Pre-registration is required for most classes. Register early!

Fitness & HealthKarate & Aikido $35 youth / $45 adult monthM Ongoing 7-8:30pTh Ongoing 7-8pSa Ongoing 3:30-5:30pSpenard Recreation Center, 343-4160Shihan Delfi n Labrador & Nihon Bugel ShinkokanJapan Marital Arts offer two complimentary styles Karate and Aikido: Karate uses kicks, hand strikes, and soft blocks for defense and Aikido manipulates the opponent’s force against himself. Students have the choice to pursue both styles simultaneously or to focus on one. Family based classes where children and adults practice together focusing on self-defense. For ages 5 yrs +. Min 5/Max 15

After School Hapkido/TaeKwonDo $45 / sessionTh Sep 13-Oct 25 4:30-6pTh Nov 1-Dec 20 4:30-6pInstructor: Colonel Ray SaftFairview Recreation Center, 343-4130Colonel Ray Saft will provide instruction on how to increase self-esteem, build discipline, concentration, self-defense and personal safety techniques through this class. For youth in K-6 grades. Min 6/Max 20

Shotokan Karate $20 youth / $35 adult month - ($45 Adv)Tu Ongoing (Adv) 7-8p W/F Ongoing (Beg) 5:30-6:30pW/F Ongoing (Int) 6:30-8pSpenard Recreation Center, 343-4160Instructors: Charles Holness 5th Dan, Susan Jones & Tina RaceyShotokan Karate focuses on self-defense, self-respect and discipline. Promotes physical fi tness, increases self-confi dence and encourages positive self-image. Beginners welcome. For ages 7 yrs +. Min 5/Max 15

Hapkido / TaeKwonDo $105Th Sep 13-Oct 25 7-8:30pTh Nov 1-Dec 20 7-8:30pInstructor: Colonel Ray SaftFairview Recreation Center, 343-4130Learn to defend against attack using methods of combat Hapkido and TaeKwonDo. An emphasis is on continuing martial arts education and self-defense. Classes designed for the new and continuing martial arts student wanting to improve their self-defense skills. For ages 12 yrs +. Min 6/Max 30

Tai Chi $80 / session Su Sep 9-Oct 28 1-2pInstructor: Laura Croix, PT Fairview Recreation Center, 343-4130This form of Tai Chi uses classical Yang-style movements and takes 10-12 minutes to perform. Class begins with various Chi Kung practices designed to prepare the body movements of this form. Focus will be on Tai Chi stepping and dan tien development (abdominal/ kidney area). Yang-style Tai Chi is a weight-bearing exercise that develops fi tness very rapidly. For ages 13 yrs +. Min 5/Max 15

Zumba $40 / sessionTu/Th Oct 2-Oct 25 5:45-6:45pTu/Th Oct 30-Nov 29 5:45-6:45p (No class Thanksgiving week)Tu/Th Dec 4-Dec 27 5:45-6:45p (No class Dec 25)Instructor: Kathy ForestSpenard Recreation Center, 343-4160Jennifer Thorne, 343-4495Are you ready to party into shape? That’s exactly what the Zumba program is all about. It’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fi tness party that moves people towards joy and health. Every class feels like a party! No experience required. You don’t need to know how to dance, just move your body and follow my lead. It’s easy! Come try it, I guarantee you will have a blast! For ages 13 yrs +. Min 7/Max 25

Don’t let your class become a fatality. Waiting until the last minute to register is what causes the death of most classes. REGISTER EARLY!

Kripalu Yoga $57 / sessionTu Sep 4-Oct 2 6-7:15pTu Oct 9-Nov 6 6-7:15pTu Nov 13-Dec 11 6-7:15pInstructor: Paula SaylerFairview Recreation Center, 343-4130Kripalu Yoga, for beginning to intermediate levels of practice. This is a meditative style of yoga which includes classical postures, breathing techniques, meditation, and relaxation. It opens the heart and promotes harmony, strength and fl exibility in body, mind and spirit. Bring two blankets and wear loose, comfortable clothing. For ages 15 yrs +. Min 5/Max 14

Senior Volleyball $3 / drop-inM/W Ongoing 7-9pFairview Recreation Center, 343-4130A great chance to get exercise in a fun, safe and social environment. Round robin style of playing. Wear non marking shoes. For ages 55 yrs +. Min 5/Max 20

Hot Hula Fitness $5 / classM Sep 10-Dec 17 5:30-6:30pSpenard Recreation Center, 343-4160W Sep 26-Dec 19 6:30-7:30pKincaid Outdoor Center, 343-6397Instructor: Eseta Okilani PoulivaatiTry something fun, new and exciting! Inspired by the dances of the South Pacifi c Islands, HOT HULA Fitness® incorporates easy to perform movements set to the sounds of traditional Polynesian drum beats fused with funky Reggae music resulting in a modern, hip, total body workout. For all ages and fi tness levels. Min 5/Max 30

Boxing $14 month / $5 drop inSa Oct 6-Jan 5 6:15-8:15pSpenard Recreation Center, 343-4160Master the science of boxing through a rounded regiment of proven techniques and strategies. Learn proper stance and balance for self-defense. A great cardio workout from beginners to advanced. Min 5/Max 12

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Preschool & ToddlerToddle Time $5 family / $45 Punch Card (buy 9 get 1 free) Tu/Th Ongoing 10:30a-12NSpenard Recreation Center, 343-4160Drop by and give your toddlers time to move and explore with a variety of play equipment. Toddlers can improve balance and coordination as well as make new friends. Parents must stay with children. For ages 0-3 yrs. Min 5/Max 40

KinderGym $5 family / $45 Punch Card (buy 9 get 1 free) W/F Ongoing 10:30a-12NSpenard Recreation Center, 343-4160Expel some extra energy and bond with your pre-schooler. Experience a variety of play equipment including scooters, parachutes, hula hoops, jump ropes, cage balls, and others to enhance balance, coordination, and cooperative skills in a fun and supervised atmosphere. Parents must stay with children. For ages 3-5 yrs. Min 5/Max 85

Kinder Time $5 family / $45 Punch Card (buy 9 get 1 free)Tu Ongoing 6-7:30pSpenard Recreation Center, 343-4160Can’t make it in early for Toddle Time or Kinder Gym during the day? Beginning in September, join us in a evening class for kids 5 years and under. Expel some extra energy and bond with your pre-schooler and toddlers. Experience a variety of play equipment including scooters, parachutes, hula hoops, jump ropes, cage balls, and others to enhance balance, coordination and cooperative skills in a fun atmosphere. Parents must stay with children. For ages 1-5 yrs. Min 5/Max 55

Story Time with the Flowers $1 / childW Ongoing 10:30-11:15aClay Stephens, 343-4160 Mann Leiser Memorial Greenhouse“You can learn a lot of things from the fl owers,” -Alice in the Wonderland. Grab your favorite book and blanket for story time, music and crafts in the beautiful tropical setting of the municipal greenhouse. For ages 2-5 yrs.

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Outdoor AdventuresLittle Nordic Ski Club $50 / sessionTu Nov 13-Dec 18 6:30p-7:30pSa Nov 17-Jan 5 1-2pTu Jan 15-Mar 5 6:30p-7:30pSa Jan 19-Mar 9 1-2pKincaid Outdoor Center, 343-6397Margaret Timmerman, 343-4217Open to children wanting to learn how to cross country ski. No experience necessary. Choose evening OR Saturday practice. Practice locations may change according to snow/weather conditions. Skiers need to provide their own equipment. Parent meetings are held the fi rst night of session. For age 4-5 yrs. Min 10/Max 30

Outdoor RecreationMuni Masters Cross Country Ski ProgramEarly Season $45M Nov 19-Dec 10 7-8:30pRegular Season Intermediate Level $160Tu/Th Jan 8-Feb 28 7-8:30pBeginner Level $80W Jan 9-Feb 27 6:30-7:30pKincaid Outdoor Center, 343-6397Margaret Timmerman, 343-4217Designed for adults who wish to improve their physical condition, meet new ski partners and improve their skate skiing skills. The Muni Masters program will cover skating techniques, training, personal goals and introduction to ski racing and tours. The Regular Season Tu/Th group is for intermediate skate skiers while the Regular Season Wednesday group is designed for beginning skate skiers. For ages 18 yrs +. Min 15/ Max 30

Archery FREESa Oct 6-Nov 24 10:30a-12:30pKincaid AnnexInstructor: Northwest ArchersKincaid Outdoor Center, 343-6397 Want to learn how to shoot a bow and arrow? Enthusiasts from the Northwest Archers Club will be offering their expertise Saturday mornings at the Kincaid Annex. All instructors are NASP certifi ed. Limited equipment available for use. All skill levels welcome. Parents must accompany children. For ages 8 yrs +. Min 5/Max 50

Bonny Sosa Tuesday Night Race Series Fees VaryTu Sep 11-Nov 6 5:30p Margaret Timmerman, 343-4217Kincaid Outdoor Center, 343-6397Be prepared for chills, thrills and spills! Meet at 5:30p, races begin promptly at 6:30p. Distances up to 10K. Register on-line @ www.active.com. Fees increase for race day registration. For in-depth information, visit www.muni.org/parks. All ages and abilities welcome. Sorry, dogs need to stay at home.

Winter Wonderland Family Fun $5 / familyF Jan 4 1-3p Russian Jack Springs Park/Selkregg ChaletMargaret Timmerman, 343-4217Celebrate all things winter! Bundle up the whole family and join staff for an afternoon fi lled with fun outdoor family activities! Go sledding; try cross country classic skiing, roast marshmallows, outdoor games, hot cocoa and more. Dress for the weather and don’t forget to BYOS – bring your own sled. Ski equipment sizes are limited so register early!

Don’t let your class become a fatality. Waiting until the last minute to register is what causes the death of most classes. REGISTER EARLY!

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Beginning Adult Classic Ski LessonsStudents learn to diagonal stride, stop, turn, use poles, climb hills and move over varied terrain. Other topics include proper clothing, equipment and waxing for conditions. Taught as a 4 lesson series for those who would like more practice with an instructor.

M/W 6:30-8p $80#1 Kincaid ........ Nov 26, 28, Dec 3, 5#2 Kincaid ...........Dec 10, 12, 17, 19#3 Kincaid .............. Jan 7, 9, 14, 16#4 Kincaid* ...............Jan 23, 28, 30#5 Kincaid ..............Feb 4, 6, 11, 13#6 Kincaid* ...............Feb 20, 25, 27#7 Kincaid ..............Mar 4, 6, 11, 13*Holiday - session prorated to $60

Tu/Th 6:30-8p $80#8 Russian Jack .. Nov 27, 29, Dec 4, 6#9 Kincaid ........ Nov 27, 29, Dec 4, 6#10 Russian Jack ....Dec 11, 13, 18, 20#11 Kincaid ...........Dec 11, 13, 18, 20#12 Russian Jack ......Jan 8, 10, 15, 17#13 Kincaid .............Jan 8, 10, 15, 17#14 Russian Jack .... Jan 22, 24, 29, 31#15 Kincaid ........... Jan 22, 24, 29, 31#16 Russian Jack .......Feb 5, 7, 12, 14#17 Kincaid ..............Feb 5, 7, 12, 14#18 Russian Jack ....Feb 19, 21, 26, 28#19 Kincaid ...........Feb 19, 21, 26, 28#20 Russian Jack .......Mar 5, 7, 12, 14#21 Kincaid ..............Mar 5, 7, 12, 14

Sa 10:30a-12N $40Try this 2 lesson series for those who want to learn the basics and have limited time.#22 Russian Jack ................ Dec 1, 8#23 Russian Jack ............. Dec 15, 22#24 Russian Jack ...............Jan 5, 12#25 Russian Jack ............. Jan 19, 26#26 Russian Jack ............. Feb 16, 23

Beginning Adult Skate SkiLessonsLearn how to glide, stop, climb hills, & poling, v-skating and diagonal skating techniques. Waxing, equipment and appropriate clothing will be covered.

F 6:30-8p $25#27 Kincaid .........................Nov 30#28 Kincaid .......................... Dec 7#29 Kincaid .........................Dec 14#30 Kincaid .......................... Jan 4#31 Kincaid .........................Jan 11#32 Kincaid ......................... Jan 18#33 Kincaid .......................... Jan 25#34 Kincaid ............................Feb 1#35 Kincaid ........................... Feb 8#36 Kincaid .........................Feb 15#37 Kincaid .........................Feb 22

Sa 1:30-3p $25#38 Kincaid .......................... Dec 1#39 Kincaid .........................Dec 14#40 Kincaid .........................Dec 28#41 Kincaid .......................... Jan 5#42 Kincaid .........................Jan 12#43 Kincaid .........................Jan 19#44 Kincaid .......................... Feb 2#45 Kincaid .......................... Mar 2#46 Kincaid .......................... Mar 9

Intermediate Adult Skate Ski LessonsLearn marathon skating, V-1, V-2, and blending various techniques to move effi ciently over a variety of terrain. Previous skate experience or beginning skate ski lessons are required.

Th 6:30-8p $25#47 Kincaid .......................... Dec 6#48 Kincaid .........................Dec 20#49 Kincaid .......................... Jan 3#50 Kincaid .........................Jan 17#51 Kincaid .........................Jan 31#52 Kincaid .........................Feb 14#53 Kincaid .........................Feb 28

Children’s Cross Country Ski LessonsBeginning Classical SkiLearn to walk, glide, climb hills, turn classic stride, and use your ski poles. Proper equipment care and clothing are also covered.

Sa 12:30-1:30p Ages 6-8 $7.50 without ski rental $10 with ski rental#54 Russian Jack ................... Dec 1#55 Russian Jack ................... Dec 8#56 Russian Jack ..................Dec 15#57 Russian Jack ..................Dec 22#58 Russian Jack ................... Jan 5#59 Russian Jack ..................Jan 12#60 Russian Jack ..................Jan 19#61 Russian Jack ..................Jan 22#62 Russian Jack ..................Jan 26#63 Russian Jack ..................Feb 16#64 Russian Jack ..................Feb 23#65 Russian Jack ................... Mar 2#66 Russian Jack ................... Mar 9

Sa 2-3p Ages 9-12 $7.50 without ski rental $10 with ski rental#67 Russian Jack ................... Dec 1#68 Russian Jack ................... Dec 8#69 Russian Jack ..................Dec 15#70 Russian Jack ..................Dec 22#71 Russian Jack ................... Jan 5#72 Russian Jack ..................Jan 12#73 Russian Jack ..................Jan 19#74 Russian Jack ..................Jan 26#75 Russian Jack ..................Feb 16#76 Russian Jack ..................Feb 23#77 Russian Jack ................... Mar 2#78 Russian Jack ................... Mar 9.

Register for lessons at:Kincaid Outdoor Center

9401 Raspberry Rd, 343-6397

Spenard Recreation Center

2020 W 48th, 343-4160

Fairview Recreation Center1121 E 10th, 343-4130

Full refunds are available upon written request 2 weeks prior to class date. Refunds requested 7-13 days in advance receive 75%, 3-6 days receive 50%, 1-2 days receive 25% and cancellation day of class receive 0%. Class cancellations may occur due to weather conditions or low enrollment.

Students need to supply all ski equipment and proper clothing. Ask about rental ideas.

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Outdoor Adventures

Do………………….• Wear skates that are your size to avoid ankle and knee injuries. Skates that are too big can cause falls and other injuries.• Skate in designated skating areas where the ice is known to be strong• Check for cracks, holes, and debris on the ice.• Be considerate of other skaters, including those who are new to the ice. • Wear a helmet, especially young children who are learning how to skate.

Avoid………………• Skating alone• Bumping into other people• Skating on an untested lake or pond

Remember: Safe ice is found at your local ice rinks. Safe outdoor skatingmust have adult supervision.

• Sledding, snowboarding and skiing can cause severe injuries. • Steel-runner sleds or inner tubes are strictly prohibited in parks.• Sled, snowboard and ski in designated areas only.• Pets and alcoholic beverages are strictly prohibited on sledding hills.• All sledders, snowboarders and skiers are recommended to wear protective clothing, equipment and helmets.• Sled, snowboard and ski at your own risk.

Do………………….• Choose a hill that has a gentle slope and that is free of obstacles such as trees, signs, fences, rocks, creeks, parked or moving vehicles, railway track, holes or jumps. • Sled during the daylight or on a well lit hill.• Dress properly, protecting hands, feet, and your face from the cold.• Tuck in any scarves, strings, or long hats that could potentially catch on a rock or tree and cause strangulation or other serious injuries.• Sled by sitting or kneeling down. Never go down head fi rst or standing up.• Check your sled for cracks or damage before use. Choose sleds that you can steer or stop.• Have only the recommended number of passengers on a sled at one time.• Wear a properly fi tted ski or hockey helmet to protect against brain injuries.• Wait until the path is clear before starting down the hill. This could help prevent you from running into another person on your way down.• Move out of the way quickly if you fall or stop suddenly.• Walk back up the side of the hill, away from other sledders.• Parents should go on sleds with children under the age of 5.• Have an adult supervise children while they are sledding.

Avoid………………• Hills that are too icy – you want to be able to stop if you need to;• Inner tubes, crazy carpets, fl ying saucers, garbage bags and cardboard boxes- they are diffi cult to control.• Overcrowding a sled or toboggan with too many riders

Sledding/Skating Safety Tips Winter is a great time to get outdoors and have some fun.

Safety Sledding Tips Safety Skating Tips

Safe Winter Activity Rules

Outdoor Ice Skating

Outdoor hockey rinks are available for rental on a per hour charge for team practices. Contact Parks & Recreation at 343-4163 for information. Day and night skating available. Rinks are lit from dusk to 10p.

Chester Creek Sports Complex (Mulcahy Park - E 16th Avenue)Two hockey rinks Tiklisha Park (E 20th Avenue & Sunrise Drive)Scotty Gomez Hockey Rink

Cuddy Family Mid-town Park (201 W 40th Avenue)Two Rinks - 1 oval, 1 pond

Delaney Park Strip - hockey rink (9th Avenue & E Street)

Goose Lake (E Northern Lights Blvd & UAA Drive)

Jewel Lake (88th Avenue & Gloralee Street)

Cheney Lake (Baxter Road & Beaver Drive)

Westchester Lagoon (U Street & W 15th Avenue)

Town Square Winter Center (5th Avenue & E Street)

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Outdoor AdventuresENJOY THE OUTDOORS

Get out and enjoy your 232 parks and 128 miles of trails

Far North Bicentennial Park-Tudor Road. 30 kilometers of trail thru wooded areas. Excellent view and photo points.

Centennial Park-Glenn Highway.5 kilometers of wooded trails over some hilly terrain located near the Chugach Foothills.

Campbell Creek Greenbelt-Victor to Old Seward Hwy. 3.5 miles of paved trails available for recreation-al use with viewpoints for watching salmon spawn during the fall.

Goose Lake-East Northern Lights Blvd. 1 mile of trails around the lake.

Tony Knowles Coastal Trail-West-chester Lagoon to Kincaid Park. Approximately 11 miles of paved trail along the coast. Excellent for biking, jogging and scenic views.

Hillside Park-Abbott Road. 12 Kilometers of trails excellent for hiking and biking. Located on 420 acres of wooded park land.

Kincaid Park-W. Raspberry Road. The park contains 58 kilo-meters of trails on varied terrain in a beautiful wooded setting. Trails are maintained and are great for hiking, orienteering & jogging.

Muldoon Park-Muldoon Road & Northern Lights. 4 Kilometers of trails winding through wooded stands. Easy access off E. Northern lights or Muldoon Road.

Hillside to Kincaid Park TrailHillside Park to Jewel Lake via Ab-bott/Dimond Blvd-7.5 milesJewel Lake to Kincaid Outdoor Cen-ter via Jewel/Sand Lake-5 miles.

Lanie Fleischer Chester Creek Trail. Goose Lake to Westches-ter Lagoon via Chester Creek- 4 miles.

Russian Jack Spur. Russian Jack Springs Park to Goose Lake via East High Overpass-1.5 miles.

Tony Knowles Coastal TrailSecond Avenue to Elderberry Park-1 mile Elderberry Park to Kincaid Park-10 miles.

Campbell Creek Trail. Victor to C Street-1 mile C Street to New Seward-2.5 miles New Seward to Lake Otis-0.8 miles Lake Otis to Tudor Road 1.7 miles.

Lake Otis Trail. Campbell Creek Park to O’Malley Road-4 miles.

C Street Trail. Dimond Blvd. to Government Hill-7 miles.

Northern Lights Trail. Muldoon Park to Earthquake Park-8 miles.

Glenn Hwy Trail. Bartlett Pool to Chugiak Elementary School-14 Miles Davis Park to Bartlett Pool-2 miles.

Muldoon/Tudor Road TrailsCentennial Park to Spenard Rec.Center via Muldoon/Tudor-10 miles.

Debarr Road Trail. Sitka Street Park to Muldoon Road-4 miles.

Baxter Road Trail. NunakaValley Park to Tudor Road-2 miles.

Turnagain Arm TrailPotter’s Marsh Refuge to Bird Creek-14 miles.

Guide to your Trail Adventure

AnchorageParks & Recreation

Phone343-4474

Trail Tips

Pedestrians Equestrians

Watch for other trail users. Keep alert for other users.Glance over your shoulder once in a while to stay aware of those around you. Listen for audible signals and help faster trail users pass safely.

Enjoy your trails and encourage positive trail use.

Yield to pedestrians & equestrians. It is your re-sponsibility to yield to slower traffi c.

Conversion Factor 1 Kilometer=0.6 miles

Eagle RiverParks & Recreation

Phone694-2011

Winter Trail Etiquette

1. All trails as designated as multi-use April-October. Alloweduse on trails, trail etiquette and rules change when adequate snowfall allows for track setting and grooming of the trails. Please contribute to positive trail experiences by observing winter trail use designations and trail etiquette.

2. Do not take dogs, horses or mt. bikes on designated ski trails.These activities destroy tracks and may create hazards. On multi-use or skijoring trails please remember to scoop after your dogs and avoid walking on diagonal ski tracks.

3. Watch for grooming equipment any time of the day or night. Please move well off the trail to allow equipment to pass.

4. Avoid skiing directly behind grooming equipment. It takes 2-4 hours for freshly groomed snow to “set up” and harden. Fresh tracks are irresistible, but resisting can make the trails last longer.

5. Travel in the indicated direction of traffi c. Practicing this rule will prevent accidents and damage to the tracks.

6. Do not skate across diagonal tracks. Respect the DIAGONAL/CLASSICAL SKIING ONLY trails.

7. You were a beginner too. Be respectful and considerate of other’s skiing abilities. If you fall, fi ll in the hole.

8. Closed trails are for your safety. During competitions, portions of the trail system may be closed. Please respect all closures.

9. Don’t become a trail obstacle. If you fall, get clear of the trail quickly and repair the damage. Do not stop where you obstruct the trail or are not visible.

10. A pulled sled is allowed on multi-use trails. If you tow a pulk (sled), please use skate lanes.

11. Passing is a two-way affair. When passing, pleasantly let those ahead know your intentions well in advance so they have time to move aside.

12. Horses know the human voice. Use spoken words when pass-ing Equestrians on multi-use trails. Ample warning will help them control their animals.

13. Dog mushing trails are for the dogs. Dog teams travel up to 40 mph and can not stop quickly. If you fi nd yourself on their trail, with a team coming, get off into the snow then retrace your route.

15. Trails are for non-motorized activities. Please report any motor-ized activities on trails to APD at 786-8500.

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Aquatics

General Information

The Municipality of Anchorage provides six indoor recreational and fi tness pools, 5 in the Anchorage Bowl and 1 in Chugiak. Each pool offers a wide variety of programs such as open swim, lap swim, swim lessons, swim teams,

special events and water aerobics. See pages 12-13 for program details

Occasionally a pool may close or have limited operating hours due to repairs, maintenance, or special events. When possible, the times and dates will be posted in advance to inform you of the closure. For up-to-date changes

call the Swim Information Line at 343-4402 or visit www.muni.org/Departments/parks/Pages/Pools.aspx

September 3, Labor DayNovember 12, Veteran’s Day

November 22 & 23, Thanksgiving Holiday

Pool Closures

Service Pool343-4509

5577 Abbott Road

Bartlett Pool 343-6981

25-500 Muldoon Road

West Pool343-6981

1700 Hillcrest Drive

East Pool343-4502

4025 E 20th Avenue

Chugiak Pool343-4507

16525 South Birchwood Loop

Dimond Pool343-4508

2909 W 88th Avenue

Pool Contacts

$5

$3

$1

$2

$15

$45

$27

Pass10-Punch

SingleAdmissionPool Admission Fees

Adult (19-61 yrs)

Youth (4-18 yrs) / Senior Citizen (62 & older) / Disabled

Toddler (0-3 yrs)

West Slide is admission plus

Kayaking

Fees are per person. Kids under 7 must be accompanied in the water with a paying adult.

Monthly Pass 1 2 3 6 12

$55 $105 $150 $280 $525

$40 $ 75 $110 $205 $385

December 25, Christmas DayJanuary 1, New Years Day

January 21, Martin Luther King Day

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AquaticsDimond Swim Lesson ScheduleDimond Pool Schedule

2909 West 88th Avenue343-4508

Lap Swim Punch card or pass required*M-F* 5:30-7:30aM-Th 6:30-7:30pSa (beginning Sep 8) 11:30a-1:30p Open Swim M-Th 7:30-9pF (depending on swim meets) 6-7:30pSa (beginning Sep 8) 2:30-4p

Water Aerobics M-Th 6:10–7:10p AST M-Th 2:30-6:30p

Sep 4-Sep 20Sep 5-Sep 19Sep 8-Sep 29Oct 1-Oct 17 Oct 2-Oct 18Oct 6-Oct 27Oct 29-Nov 14Oct 30-Nov 15Nov 3-Nov 17Nov 26-Dec 12Nov 27-Dec 13Dec 1-Dec 15

Tu/ThM/WSaM/WTu/ThSaM/WTu/ThSaM/WTu/ThSa

$57$47.50$38$57$57$38$57$57$28.50$57$57$28.50

Municipal swim lessons are ½ hour classes on Tu/Th from 4:30-7:30p or Sat from 11:30a-1:30p. Call or bring your child to an open swim for an evaluation and lesson placement.

East Swim Lesson ScheduleEast Pool Schedule

4025 East 20th Avenue343-4502

Lap Swim (2 lanes) M-Th 5-7pF 5-6:45pNo lap swim Sep 18, 28, Oct 5

Open Swim Tu/F ($2/swim) 7-8:30pTh 7-8:30p

Water Aerobics M/W 6-7pF 5:30-6:30pNo class Sep 18, 28, Oct 5

Spring Board DivingTu/Th 5:30-7pArctic Dive Club Coach Lainee Adkins230-0648 or arcticdc@gmail.com or visit them at their website @ www.arcticdc.com.

School Classes/Practice/MeetsM-F 7:30-10:30aM-Th 2:30-4:30pF 2:30-7pSwim Meets Sep 14, 28, Oct 5

Aug 28-Dec 18Aug 29-Dec 19Aug 30-Dec 20Sep 4-Sep 20Sep 5-Sept 24Oct 1-Oct 17Oct 2-Oct 18Oct 29-Nov 19*Oct 30-Nov 15Nov 26-Dec 12Nov 27-Dec 13

Tu (Homeschool)

W (Homeschool)Th (Homeschool)

Tu/ThM/WM/WT/ThM/W T/ThM/WTu/Th

$142.50$142.50$142.50$57$57$57$57$57$57$57$57

Dates Days Fee

Swim Lessons are ½ hour classes from 5-7p. *No class Nov 12.

Dates Days Fee

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1700 Hillcrest Drive343-4506

Lap SwimM-F* 5:30-7aM/W 6:30-7:30pF 5:30-7:30p M-F 11a-12NSa 10-11a Sa Senior Swim 11a-12NSu 5:30–7pNo Lap Swim Oct 31, Dec 24 & 31Punch card or pass required*

Open Swim Tu/Th 6:45-8:15pF 7:30-9pSa 1:30-3pSu 4-5:30pNo Open Swim Oct 31, Dec 24 & 31

Parent & Me Open SwimM-F 11a-12NM/W 6:30-7:30pF 5:30-7:30pSu 5:30-7pNo Parent & Me Open Swim Oct 31, Dec 24 & Dec 31

RentalsM/W 7:30-9pSa 12:15-1:15p or 3:15-7:45pSu 11a-3:45pM/W (United PT) 10-11a

Rentals are typically 1 hr in pool with 1 hr in the Party Room to follow. Longer rentals are available.

Swim LessonsM/W or Tu/Th 4:30-6:30p Contact SwimAmerica, 258-SWIMfor info and to register.

25-500 North Muldoon343-6981

Lap Swim M-Th 5-7p

KNIK Swim PracticeM-Th 5-7p

School Classes/Practices/MeetsM-F 11:15a-2pM-Th 2:30-4:30pF/Sa (Swim Meets) 2:30-7pSwim Meets Aug 24, 31, Sep 7, 14, 21,

22, 28, Oct 5, 12, 18-20, Nov 2-3

5577 Abbott Road343-4509

Lap Swim (2 lanes)Th (Sep 6-Nov 1) 7-8:30pM (Nov 5-Dec 24) 5:30-7pTh (Nov 9-Dec 27) 5:30-7p

Open Swim Th (Sep 6-Nov 1) 7-8:30p M (Nov 5-Dec 24) 7-8:30p

School Classes/Practices/MeetsM-F 12N-2pM-W 2:30-7:30pTh 2:30-6:30pF (Swim Meets) 2:30-7p

Parent & Me Open SwimParent & Me Opens Swims are available for families with young children. Parents must accompany their children in the water. Space is limited as it is shared with lap swim. The slide and diving boards are not available during this swim. For ages 3 yrs and under.

AquaticsService Pool Schedule West Pool ScheduleBartlett Pool Schedule

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AquaticsFall Program RegistrationRegistration begins Monday, August 27, at any of the 3 registration locations below during normal business hours and are accepted on a fi rst-come fi rst-served basis; we will gladly establish a wait-list if your class of interest is already full. Payment is expected at time of registration.

Walk-In (Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard)Bring the registration form to any of the 3 locations during business hours.

Fax (Visa, MasterCard)Fax the completed registration form with your credit card number to any of the 3 locations. (see map below)

TelephoneCall any of the 3 locations below during open offi ce hours. Please have registration information and credit card information ready.

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343-4160/248-0859 (f)

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ANCHORAGE PARKS & RECREATION

PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM www.muni.org/ departments/parks/pages/default.aspx

Registration form must be signed prior to participation

Participants Name Program Dates/Session Time Fee

Municipality of Anchorage Participation Waiver and Release Claims: Total Amount: _______________

_____(Initial) I hereby authorize emergency medical treatment by either family doctor or available licensed physician. I herebyrelease, discharge, and covenant not to sue the Municipality of Anchorage and any of its employees, agents, or servants for any personal or property damage arising out of participation in any recreational activity.

_____(Initial) I agree, without any right or payment or editing, to the use of images of me and/or my children, including reproduction of photo, video, film, audio, or other reproductions, by the Municipality of Anchorage for dissemination in all types of media for public relation purpose.

____________________________________ _______________________________________ _______________ Print Participant/Parent/Guardian Signature Participant/Parent/Guardian Date

Participant Information:

Home Phone: _________________________ Work Phone: _________________________ Cell Phone: _____________________

Mailing Address: ________________________________________ City/State/Zip: _________________________________________

Birth Date (if 18 years & under): ______________ Gender: M F School: _____________________ Grade: _________

Email Address: _______________________________________________________

Are you interested in receiving the bi-monthly Anchorage Parks & Recreation e-newsletter? Yes No

Office Use Only:

CR #: __________________________ Trans. #: __________________________ Check No.: ___________________

Staff Name & Location: ___________________________________ Date Received: ________________ G-Drive: ___________

Payment Information: Method of Payment: _____ Cash ____ Check _____ Visa _____ MasterCard

Phone Registration Only:

Card Number: ________________________________________ Three Digit Security Code: __________ Exp. Date: __________

Anchorage Parks and Recreation REFUND POLICY: Full refunds are available upon written request at least two (2) weeks prior to the class or assigned program date. Refunds requested 7-13 days in advance will receive 75%, 3-6 days will receive 50%, 1-2 days will receive 25%, and cancellation the day of or after event 0%. Classes may be rescheduled or cancelled when weather conditions warrant, or if there are not enough participants registered. No refunds will be given for missed classes.

Registration

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Fairview Recreation Center

ACTIVITY FEES

Adults (18+) $3Punch Card Adult $40/15 visits Teen (12-17 Yrs) $1Punch Card Teen $12/15 visitsYouth (11 & under)* Free

*Children under 8 must have adult supervision.

Facility admission allows access to all amenities, except where additional fees are noted or if an organized class is in session.

SPENARD RECREATION CENTER1121 East 10th Avenue343-4130

343-6049 (fax)

Facility Manager Teri Desy 343-4297

Assistant Facility ManagerJessie Haynes 343-4130Recreation Programmer

Rebecca Simcox 343-4247

Hours of OperationMonday-Friday 11a-9p

Saturday 12N-5p Sunday 10a-3p

Holiday Hours/Closures:Sep 3 Labor Day 12N-5pNov 12 Veterans Day 12N-5pNov 22 Thanksgiving Day ClosedNov 23 Thanksgiving Holiday ClosedDec 24 Christmas Eve 11a-5pDec 25 Christmas Day ClosedDec 31 New Years Eve 11a-5pJan 1 New Years Day Closed

Exercise Facilities

The Center’s main gymnasium is a college size basketball court that can be used for tennis, volley-ball, indoor soccer and private parties. It has seatingfor over 200 spectators. The men’s and women’s locker rooms have their own sauna and showers. The weight training room offers a variety of weight machines, free weights, treadmills and exercise bikes. The dance/martial arts studio has a mirrored wall, ballet bar and access to tumbling mats.

Adult Programs

Adult Lunch Hour Pickup Basketball, Kripula Yoga, German Longsword, English Morris Dance

Youth & Teen Programs

Girls Circle, Kid’s Kitchen, In-Service and Holiday Field Trips and Activities

Rental Information

Each of the center’s rooms are available for rent for special events. The meeting rooms are great for business seminars or birthday parties. The gymnasium accommodates anything from a volleyball team practice to a regional basketball tournament. Our dance studio is the perfect setting for a private dance lesson or martial arts seminar.

Please call for information on rates and reservation procedures.

Main Gym ................$75/hrMulti-purpose Room ...$70/hrKitchen ..................$40/hrDance Studio ............$50/hrYouth Gym...............$50/hrCrafts Studio ............$50/hrSm Conference Room ..$40/hr

The arts and crafts studio has professional pottery throwing wheels, ceramic molds, and commercial fi ring kilns.

Meeting Rooms

Legal Clinics

Call for clinic schedules.

Senior ProgramsSenior Volleyball, Senior Tennis

A conference room with adjoining commercial kitchen is available for large meetings, luncheons, receptions, and seminars (up to 130 people).

Arts & Crafts Studio

Instructors NeededWe are looking for quality instructors to enhance the variety of classes and workshops offered throughout the year. Staff will work with you to make the experience of teaching enjoyable and rewarding. Come see us if you have an idea, or call 343-4247.

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ACTIVITY FEES

Adult (18 yrs +) $3Punch Card Adult $40/15 visitsYouth (11 & under)* FreeTeen (12-17 yrs) $1Punch Card Teen $12/15 visitsRacquetball $8/person/hourPunch Card Racquetball $45/7 visits $90/15 visitsSkate Park Free

*Children under 12 must have adult supervision

Facility admission allows access to all amenities, except where additional fees are noted or if an organized class is in session.

2020 W 48th Avenue343-4160 (ph) 248-0859 (fax)

Facility Manager Teri Desy 343-4297

Assistant Facility ManagerRoger Besh 343-4142

Recreation ProgrammerJennifer Thorne 343-4495

Hours of OperationMonday–Friday 10a–9p

Saturday 12N-9pSunday 12N-5p

Holiday Hours/Closures:Thru Sep 4 Annual MaintenanceNov 12 Veterans Day 12N-5pNov 22 Thanksgiving Day ClosedNov 23 Thanksgiving Holiday 12N-5pDec 24 Christmas Eve 10a-5pDec 25 Christmas Day ClosedDec 31 New Years Eve 10a-5pJan 1 New Years Day Closed

Spenard Recreation Center

Rental Fees

Main Gym .................$75/hr Multi-purpose Room ....$70/hrCommercial Kitchen ....$40/hrDance/Martial Arts Rm .$50/hrArts & Craft Room ......$50/hrSm Conference Room ...$40/hrRacquetball Courts .....$40/hrTeen Center ..............$40/hr

Spenard Community Recreation Center offers a wide range of fi tness classes, sports activities, programs and special events which augment a superb schedule of year round leisure services and recreation for the community. We are always looking for ways to improve what we offer. Do you want a new program, or have an idea for one? If so, contact Jennifer Thorne, 343-4495.

Program Listing

Rental Information

Room rentals available to privategroups for special events, business seminars or parties. The main gym can accommodate anything from volleyball to regional basket- ball tournaments. In addition, we have two regulation racquetball courts to meet your fi tness needs.The dance/martial arts studio is great for Zumba, boxing, aerobics and dance movements of all types. Call for rates and reseveration procedures.

For program information, stop by the front counter for a complete listing, the fees and how to register.

Amenities

Arts & Craft Studio hasprofessional pottery wheelsand commercial fi ring kiln.

MP Room has state of the art audio-visual equipment with an adjoining commercial kitchen.

Main Gym is a college size basketball court that can also be used for volleyball, soccer and badminton.

Weight Room has free weights, treadmills and a variety of weight machines.

Dance/Martial Arts Room has a mirrored wall with ballet bar.

Teen Room with pool table, table tennis and foosball. Wireless Internet available.

Mens/Womens Locker Rooms have showers and saunas.

Skate Park has grind boxes w/grind rails, a fl at kinked grind rail, skate table and jump ramp, 2 quarter pipe, 3-sided pyramid w/ stairs/grind ledge/kinked rail, mini half pipe combination, and a custom curved grind rail.

Japanese Martial Arts, Kindergym, Toddle Time, Shotokan Karate, Boxing and sports events.

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Kincaid Outdoor Center

Kincaid Park Hours

Raspberry Road Gates: 10a-10p, M-Su

Jodhpur Gate: 10a-9p, M-Su

Raspberry Road Parking Lot: 10a-11p M-Su

Motorcross: 10a-8:30p W-Su. Closed M/Tu (Motorcross area closes for season Nov 1)

Looking for a place to have your company picnic or activity? Consider Kincaid Park and the Kincaid Chalet. The park has hosted many activities over the years including Olympic Team Selection races for cross country skiing, the 2001 Special Olympics World Winter Games Alaska and the 2009 and 2010 USSA Cross Country Senior National Championships. The comfortable and spacious Kincaid Chalet, besides affording outstanding views, has over 12,000 square feet which can be rented for picnics, parties, weddings, receptions, barbecues, meetings and sporting events. Access to the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail is within yards of the Outdoor Center.

Kincaid Park is 1400 acres of park land with over 40Km of trails to run, bike, walk or ski. Beautiful scenic views of Mt. Susitna, Mt. Denali, Cook Inlet and the Chugach Mountains are to be enjoyed from the park. View many bird species and wildlife in Kincaid Park, and the park is linked to the community via the Tony Knowles Coastal Trail. No motorized machines allowed on trails.

9401 Raspberry Road343-6397 (ph) 248-3780 (fax)

Facility Manager Scott O’Brien 343-4475

Assistant Facility ManagerTommie Bishop 343-6397Recreation Programmer

Margaret Timmerman, 343-4217

Kincaid Outdoor Center Monday–Saturday 12N–8:30p

Sunday 12N-6p

Holiday hours observed:Sep 3 Labor Day 12N-5pNov 12 Veterans Day 12N-5pNov 22 Thanksgiving Day ClosedNov 23 Thanksgiving Holiday ClosedDec 24 Christmas Eve 12N-5pDec 25 Christmas Day ClosedJan 1 New Years Day Closed

Archery Range is maintained by Northwest Archers Association. Contact them via www.northwestarchers.com.

Disc Golf Course is maintained by Anchorage Disc Golf Association. Contact them via www.alaskadiscgolf.com.

Paintball is prohibited in all Municipal parks with the exception of South Anchorage Sports Complex. For additional information go to www.907paintball.com.

Kincaid Outdoor Center Rental Information

Notices

Kincaid Program Listing

Archery, Tuesday Night Races, Ski Lessons (Check with Out-door Center staff about major events)

Did You Know? Up until 1975 Jodphur Park was once the site of a car crushing operation? In 2010 all cars were removed.

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Lidia Selkregg Chalet

Dr. Lidia Selkregg Chalet is in the beautiful 300 acre Russian Jack Springs Park. The park includes the Mann Leiser Memorial Greenhouse within the Municipal Greenhouse Complex, Cartee and Russian Jack Springs Softball Complexes, 2 soccer/multi use fi elds, the Girls Scouts Day Camp, tennis courts, picnic/playground areas, a 9 hole golf course, an off leash dog area, and model train museum– all laced with nine miles of bike and lighted ski trails.

Selkregg Chalet, while open to the public, serves as a meeting place for municipal classes, the First Tee Program and other special events. Additionally, it is a great place for meetings, weddings and as rental space.

Please call or stop by the facilities for full rental and activity details.

Mann Leiser Memorial Greenhouse

Open M-F 8a-3p, closed on recognized holidays. Rentals are $150 for all special events (20-25 participants), No evening or after hours events. Contact 343-4717 for availability.

Municipal Greenhouses are open for self-guided tours, weddings and other special occasions. You will fi nd an aviary, small fi sh pond and park benches, as well as a large variety of tropical plants.

Facility ManagerTeri Desy 343-4297

Selkregg Chalet Monday-Sunday 12N-8p (Thru Sep 2)

Effective Sep 4, Chalet will be open for rentals & programs only

Russian Jack Springs Park HoursMonday-Sunday 7a-11p

Holiday Hours/Closures:Sep 3 Labor Day 12N-5pNov 12 Veterans Day 12N-5pNov 22 Thanksgiving Day ClosedNov 23 Thanksgiving Holiday ClosedDec 25 Christmas Day ClosedJan 1 New Years Day Closed

1600 Lidia Selkregg Lane343-6992 (ph) 332-1676 (fax)

Selkregg Chalet

Parks & Facilities in NE Anchorage

Mann Leiser Memorial GreenhouseCentennial CampgroundEast & Bartlett High School Swimming PoolsGoose Lake Park & BeachUniversity Lake Off Leash Dog Park

Parks with Picnic Shelters* Creekside Park * Dave Rose Park (formerly Conifer Park) * Centennial Park (Pena Shelter) * Chugach Foothills Park * Goose Lake Park * Kanchee Park * McPhee Park * David Green Park (groups of 25 or fewer) * Sitka Park * Russian Jack Springs Park

Did You Know? Russian Jack Springs Park was once a prison farm in the 1940’s with potatoes grown on what are now golf course fairways #4-#9?

Rentals

Effective Tue, Sep 4, Selkregg Chalet will be open for rentals and programs only. Rentals must be a minimum of 4 hours. Main Room accomodates up to 56 people seated and 123 people standing.

ROOM RENTAL FEE:

* Main Lodge Room--$50/hr ( includes small food service area)* Main Lodge Room & Picnic Area--$65/hr* Basement--$40/hr

2012 SCHEDULE

SEPT 11 - Kincaid Park

SEPT 18 - Service High

SEPT 25 - Kincaid Park

OCT 2 - Kincaid Park

OCT 9 - East High

OCT 16 - Bartlett High

OCT 23 - Service High

OCT 30 - Kincaid Park, Costume Run

NOV 6 - Kincaid Park, Awards Celebration PotluckBring your favorite dessert!

HEALTHY SPONSORSMunchkin League by Children’s Hospital at ProvidenceFarm league by Lithia Hyundai of AnchorageLightning League by Skinny Raven Sports

The BONNY SOSA TUESDAY NIGHT RACE SERIES is an Anchorage family tradition. These fun runs are like

no other in Anchorage. Come rain, snow, sleet, hail or wind, these races are never cancelled.

RACE DIVISION

Munchkin LeagueFarm LeagueLightning League

DISTANCE

1-5K3-10K4-12K

CLASS

Kids & Kids at HeartRecreational RunnersCompetitive Runners

Be green, save money, register online.

@ANCgreenparks

On-line at www.active.com

Registration:

Check-in from 5:30pm to 6pmRaces start 6:30pm

Race locations are subject to change. For more information visit our Facebook page Anchorage Parks & Recreation or www.muni.org/Departments/parks/PAges/TuesdayNightRaces.aspx

TUESDAY NIGHT RACES