<strong>Mecklenburg</strong> <strong>County</strong> Park & Recreation Therapeutic Recreation VISIT US ON 2013 Spring Programs & Activities <strong>Get</strong> <strong>Going</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> • Spring 2013 www.parkandrec.com 57
<strong>Mecklenburg</strong> <strong>County</strong> Park & Recreation Therapeutic Recreation The Therapeutic Recreation Section of the <strong>Mecklenburg</strong> <strong>County</strong> Park & Recreation Department seeks to provide therapeutic recreation services to individuals who have disabilities. We focus on abilities rather than disabilities and encourage people to attain their highest level of independent leisure functioning by increasing leisure, social and communication skills, increasing independent living skills and their awareness and involvement in community and recreational activities. We advocate for and ensure inclusive opportunities in all programs and services and act on behalf of individuals with disabilities by promoting accessibility at all Department parks, facilities, programs, special events and classes. Therapeutic Recreation Spring 2013 Programs Pee Wee Sports Tee Ball Ages 3-6 Marion Diehl Park Adaptive Field, 2219 Tyvola Road Saturdays, March 16-May 4 9:00-9:45am $35.00 (NO practice March 30 due to the Easter Holiday) To register, contact Abigail.Bergman@ <strong>Mecklenburg</strong><strong>County</strong>NC.gov or call 704-432-4328. Tandem cycling for youth and adults with visual impairments Ages 6 and Older Park Road Park, 6220 Park Road Saturdays, April 6-27 9:00-10:30am $25.00 To register, contact: Jana.McMullen@ <strong>Mecklenburg</strong><strong>County</strong>NC.gov or call 704-432-4330. Adaptive Baseball Youth ages 6-12, Teens/Young Adults 13-21 Marion Diehl Park Adaptive Field, 2219 Tyvola Road Games: Saturdays, March 16-May 4 10:00am-11:00am (youth), 11:00am-12:00pm (teens) Practice: Wednesday, March 13 – May 1 6:00-7:00pm (No practices or games March 31 or April 3 due to CMS Spring Break) $50.00 (fee includes jersey, cap, & equipment use) Register by Feb. 22. Contact Stacey.Thomas@ <strong>Mecklenburg</strong><strong>County</strong>NC.gov or call 704-432-4326. TR Tennis Ages 13-35 Park Road Park, Court #12 Tuesdays, March 12 - April 23, 2013 6:00pm - 7:00pm $40.00 (No class on April 2) To register, contact Stacey.Thomas@ <strong>Mecklenburg</strong><strong>County</strong>NC.gov or call 704-432-4326. TR Pep Squad Cheerleading Ages 13-25 Marion Diehl Recreation Center Games: Saturdays, March 16-May 4 11:00am-12:00pm (No Games March 30) Practice: Wednesdays, March 13 - May 1 6:00-7:00pm (No Practice April 3) $50.00 (fee includes the cost of shirt) Register by Feb. 22. Contact Ariel.Kliem@ <strong>Mecklenburg</strong><strong>County</strong>NC.gov or call 704-432-4327. Fuel for Life Young Men 16-35 McAlister’s Deli, 4805 Park Road Come hang with the guys and fuel your life with good conversation. Fuel for Life provides the opportunity for young men to talk about and gain support for issues they’re facing in their lives. Each session we will host guest speakers and discuss different topics, such as employment and job skills, relationships, life goals and values, and other topics that are important to you. Mondays, March 18, April 22, May 13 6:00-7:30pm $10.00 (plus the cost of food) To register, contact Abigail.Bergman@ <strong>Mecklenburg</strong><strong>County</strong>NC.gov or call 704-432-4328. Wilderness Bunch Teens and Young Adults 16-35 Join the Wilderness Bunch as we sleep under the stars, cook our own food, hike, and enjoy the great outdoors. This program is designed to teach basic skills needed for tent camping and participating in outdoor recreation. Day trips include hiking, fishing and nature lessons. McDowell Nature Preserve March 8-10, 2013 4:00pm (Friday) - 4:00pm (Sunday) (Drop off and pick up at Marion Diehl Recreation Center, 2219 Tyvola Road) $150.00 Participants should be independent in self-care and be able to hike approximately 1 mile. To register, contact Karen.Howard@ <strong>Mecklenburg</strong><strong>County</strong>NC.gov or 704-432-4325. <strong>Get</strong> <strong>Going</strong> <strong>Guide</strong> • Spring 2013 www.parkandrec.com 58