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Outdoor Recreation“Bull’s Eye Bound” Into to ArcheryReady! Aim! Bull’s Eye!!! This introduction to thesport of International style archery is safe, informative,and fun. All equipment is provided. Pleasebring water and wear closed toe shoes.Session I: Saturday, April 11Session II: Saturday, May 16Location: Joe Henry Optimist CenterSession III: Saturday, July 25Session IV: Saturday, August 22Location: North End Community CenterTime: 10:00 am – 11:45 amAges: 8+, parent/guardian must stay with childrenunder 16 (parent/guardian is encouraged toregister)Fee: $15; $10 with City resident creditKayak 101Kayak 101 is an introduction to the fun and excitingworld of kayaking! We will practice water safetyskills and proper paddling techniques at MittryLake before transporting you to the Colorado Riverfor a short paddle down river. Bring a sack lunch,water, and sun/insect protection for an entire dayon the water.Date: Saturday, June 27Time: 8:00 am – 2:00 pmLocation: Gateway ParkAges: 10+Fee: $45; $30 with City resident credit“Stargazing” Kayaking TripBring your binoculars on this trip and you will beamazed at the stars and galaxies that can be seenso clearly while kayaking the Colorado. Paddlersshould wear appropriate clothing bring insect repellant,and plenty of water.Date: Saturday, July 18Time: 7:00 pmLocation: Gateway ParkAges: 18+Fee: $20 per person“At the Crack of Dawn” SunriseKayakingThis early morning adventure will be a memory youwon’t forget. Join us on a guided trip as the worldwakes up with the rising of the sun, starting atBruce Church and ending at Gateway Park.Date: Saturday, August 8Time: 5:00 amLocation: Gateway ParkAges: 6+ (participants 15 and under must be acompanied by an adult)Fee: $30Guided Canoe or Kayak Trips on theColorado RiverPlanning a family reunion, employee picnic, orservice group party? Include a canoe or kayak tripas part of your event for the day. Day and night,guided, leisurely canoe and kayak trips on the ColoradoRiver can be booked for any occasion. Call(928) 373-5234 to schedule your private trip today.• Fee: Canoe or Kayak trips – $20 per person,transportation included.• Requests must be made three weeks beforedesired date.• Group minimum of 10.The Ultimate Outdoor ExperienceFour days of the ultimate outdoor experience! Archery,kayaking, hiking, and fishing will all be a partof this ultimate outdoor adventure. Participantsshould dress appropriately; bring a hat, sun block,and plenty of water. Participants 14 years old andolder must possess a fishing license with a riverstamp.Date: June 1 – 4Days: Monday – ThursdayTime: 7:00 am – 11:00 amLocation: Riverside Outdoor Education CenterAges: 8 – 15Fee: $45; $30 with City resident creditKreepy Krawling Night Time Bug HuntThe world of” Kreepy Krawling” insects comes tolife. You will go on a bug hunt gathering insects, tobe closely inspected, identified, sketched and documentedin an insect journal. Participants shouldwear appropriate clothing; bring insect repellant,and drinking water.Date: Saturday, June 6Time: 7:00 pm – 10:00 pmLocation: Riverside Outdoor Education CenterAges: 8 – 14Fee: $30; $20 with City resident creditKids KayakKayakers will practice paddling and kayak controlexercises, before navigating various water waysin the Yuma area. Lessons in the importance ofnature conservation will also be introduced. Participantsmust be able to swim 25 yards, should wearappropriate clothing; bring sun protection, insectrepellant, and drinking water.Session I: June 8 – 11Session II: July 6 – 9Days: Monday – ThursdayTime: 7:00 am – 11:00 amLocation: Riverside Outdoor Education CenterAges: 8 – 15Fee: $45; $30 with City resident creditDid you know you can register online? It’s easy!Visit yumaaz.gov/parksandrecfor more information.Page 19 Outdoor Recreation Spring | Summer Activities Guide 2015