Porter County Parks Briefs, July 7, 2014

rot3Camp FUNset Registration is still open!
Join us for the final four, fun-filled, week-long, sessions of Camp FUNset! Our next camp is Animal Adventures, running July 14th-17th! This camp is BRAND NEW and will introduce campers to the variety of wildlife that call Sunset Hill Farm home as well as special farm time with our ponies, steer and chickens! To celebrate this brand new camp we will be doing a $15 DISCOUNT when you use the code “ANIMAL” at registration. Camp is open to 1st-8th graders and is only $80/session (scholarships are available). Check out more details or register at www.portercountyparks.org or call our office at 219-465-3586.

Sunset Hill Farm 80th Anniversary Festival
Saturday, July 26th, 11-3 p.m., Sunset Hill Farm County Park, Free
Mark your calendars to join us for a free festival at Sunset Hill Farm County Park to celebrate our rich 80 year history! The event will include games and activities for all ages along with a historic baseball game between the Deep River Grinders and Sunset Hill Colonels at noon and a museum and presentation featuring fascinating information on this vital piece of Porter County history. Bring the whole family out for this fun filled festival!

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.

Meet the Animals
Friday, July 11th & 25th, 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, July 11th & 25th, 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!

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.

Reiki Share
Sunday, July 13th, 2-4 p.m., Brincka Cross Gardens, $10
Have you participated in a Reiki program in the past? Come share experiences and put your Reiki skills to practice with others during a relaxing afternoon.

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.