Porter County Parks Briefs, May 27, 2014

rot3Youth Track & Field-Registration Still Open! Thursdays, 6/5-7/24, 5:30-7 p.m., Sunset Hill Farm, $45 Boys and Girls (ages 4-12) of all skill levels are welcome to join the Porter County Parks track team! Participants will have the opportunity to compete in 4 events (field and running) each meet! Children will run with youngsters their own age, with boys and girls in separate divisions, Porter County Parks will compete against the Valpo YMCA, Highland Parks Department, and the Valparaiso Parks Department. Meets are tentatively scheduled for the following Saturday mornings: June 28, July 12, 19 and 26.

Gentle Yoga and Strength Training for Seniors- Sponsored by Porter Regional Hospital Senior Circle Thursdays, Apr.24-June 5, 10:30-11:30am, Hebron Public Library, Cost: $30 series/$5 session This Gentle Yoga and Strength Training class, Taught by a YogaFit Certified Instructor, will teach you the basics of gentle yoga while sitting in your chair. We will also incorporate the use of TheraBands for gentle strength training. For more information or to register call 219-734-0203 or email bkreiger@porterco.org.

Boot Camp at Sunset-Sponsored by Porter Regional Hospital Saturdays, Apr. 26-June 28, 7-8am, Sunset Hill Farm, $35 session/$5 session Join a master level trainer at Sunset Hill for an invigorating hour long workout that is guaranteed to work your body from head to toe. Open to men and women 18 years and older. For more information or to register call 219-734-0203 or email bkreiger@porterco.org.

Reiki Level 1 Sunday, June 1st, 1-4pm, Brincka Cross Gardens, $40 Reiki is a Japanese technique for working with the life energy that flows through our bodies. The Reiki Level 1 class teaches techniques to increase and direct that energy for relaxation and optimal wellbeing. Participants must take Reiki 1 before participating in Reiki 2.

Acrylic Painting Monday, June 2nd, 6-8pm, South Haven Public Library, $10 All skills levels are welcome to attend this art class under the guidance of an experienced instructor. A painting surface will be provided.

Duneland Photography Club Tuesday, June 3rd, 7-9pm, Sunset Hill Farm, Free Club members meet monthly to discuss topics related to photography. Topics range from camera basics to post processing of pictures. For more information email DunelandPhotoClub@gmail.com.

Meet the Animals Saturday, June 7th, 10-11am, Sunset Hill Farm, Free Families are invited to stop by Sunset Hill Farm and meet the animals and their caretakers.

Family Hikes Saturday, June 7th, 11-12 p.m., Sunset Hill Farm, Free Each month you can come out and enjoy Sunset Hill Farm with the park naturalist. A new month will always bring a new topic for exploring and discussing from geology to history and beyond. There is always more to explore at Sunset Hill!

4 Week Meditation Series Friday, 5/23-6/13, 5:30-7 p.m., Brincka Cross Gardens, $35/Series or $10/Session Join our instructor for 4 consecutive Fridays to learn the ins and outs of meditation, which will focus on both the mind and body. Participants must attend a Meditation Workshop before participating in the 4 week Meditation Series.

Gardenside Chat Mondays & Wednesdays from June-October, 10-12pm, Sunset Hill Farm, Free Meet the Park Horticulturist at Sunset Hill to help plant, weed and maintain the garden and ask your own gardening questions.

Year Round Run Club Tuesdays/Thursdays, 8-9 a.m., Sunset Hill Farm, Free Join the Sunset Hill Run Club for a run to discover the beauty of Sunset Hill. The length of the run varies but will traverse grass, hills and woodland trails.

Women’s Walk Club at Sunset Hill Farm County Park-Sponsored by Porter Regional Hospital Tue/Thur, 8-9am, Sunset Hill Farm, Free Come to Sunset Hill for a walk on the challenging terrain of the park. The walk will traverse grass, hills, and woodland trails. Must be 18 years or older. For more information or to register call 219-734-0203 or email bkreiger@porterco.org.

Sunset Dog Walkers at Sunset Hill Farm County Park Tue/Thur, 10-11am, Sunset Hill Farm, Free Bring your 4-legged friend on a leash for a walk on the trails at Sunset Hill Farm. The walk will offer wellness information and encouragement for the dogs and their walkers. Must be 18 years or older. For more information or to register call 219-734-0203 or email bkreiger@porterco.org.

Weekday Walk at Sunset Hill Farm County Park Wednesdays, April 23-Oct.29, 6pm, Sunset Hill Farm, Free Come to Sunset Hill for a walk on the challenging terrain of the park. The walk will traverse grass, hills, and woodland trails. Open to men and women 18 years or older. For more information or to register call 219-734-0203 or email bkreiger@porterco.org.

Weekly Open Studio with Acrylics Thursdays, 6-8 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., Sunset Hill Farm, $5 Beginners will learn basic painting techniques from an experienced acrylic painter. Seasoned artists are also welcome to come and bring their own ideas for projects. No personal supplies needed.