Porter County Parks Briefs: June 2014

rot3Camp FUNset Registration is still open!
Join us for any or all of our 8 fun-filled, week-long, sessions of Camp FUNset! Our next camp is CELEBRATE which begins June 30th and runs through July 3rd! Celebrate with us by taking $10 off this camp by using code “CELEBRATE” at check out! Camp is open to 1st-8th graders and is only $80/session (scholarships are available). Check out more details or register today at www.portercountyparks.org or call our office at 219-465-3586.

Meet the Animals
Friday, June 27th & Saturday July 5th, 10-11am, Sunset Hill Farm, Free

Families are invited to stop by Sunset Hill Farm and meet the animals and their caretakers.

Family Hikes
Friday, June 27th & Saturday July 5th, 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
Mondays, 6/23-7/21, 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.

Go Fish-IN at Brookdale
Saturday, June 28th, 1-3pm, Brookdale County Park, Free

Come to Brookdale and learn to tie knows,. Prepare a hook, proper casting and safety in and around water, weather permitting.

Reiki 2- The Next Level
Sunday, June 29th, 1-4pm, Brincka Cross Gardens, $40

Continue your learning and practice the art of Reiki. This class will add to what you learned in the Reiki Level 1 class. Participants must take Reiki 1 before participating in Reiki 2.

Acrylic Painting
Monday, July 7th, 6-8pm, South Haven Public Library, $10

All skill levels are welcome to attend this art class under the guidance of an experienced instructor. A painting surface will be provided.

Young Artists at Sunset Hill
Saturday, July 12th, 1-2pm, Sunset Hill Farm, $8

Youth painting instruction for all skill levels, where the focus of the project is different each month. Participants will create and take home their project the same day.

Family Night
Wednesday, July 16th, 6-7pm, Sunset Hill Farm, Free

Escape the weekday grind by coming out to enjoy a relaxing evening activity with the Park Naturalist. Sunset Hill is a vast area full of many different living things just waiting to be discovered. Take a break during the week to enjoy all that nature has to offer at Sunset Hill!

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.