PARKS, OPEN SPACE & CULTURAL SERVICES COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ DEPARTMENT OF WINTER/SPRING 2023 SCPARKS.COM Check scparks.com for upcoming Interpretative Activities at Quail Hollow Ranch Spring Wedding? Book your venue. pg. 18-19 ACTIVITY GUIDE LIVE HERE WORK HERE PLAY HERE Enjoy Special Events with the family. pg. 12
VOLUNTEERWITH COUNTY PARKS Volunteering with County Parks is a great way to make a difference in your community, assist Parks staff in accomplishing a variety of projects, and meet new people. If you are interested in volunteering with County Parks, please fill out an interest form on the volunteer page at scparks.com. One-Day Community Volunteer Opportunities • Quail Hollow Ranch Volunteers Felton Discovery Park Volunteers • Docent Volunteers • Group Volunteers TAKE A HIKE Many hiking opportunities can be found at Santa Cruz County Parks. For a more rustic hiking experience, head out to the Miller Family Park and enjoy the quiet majesty of the redwoods. Pinto Lake County Park and Anna Jean Cummings Park also boast beautiful hiking trails. THROW A PARTY Want to throw a unique party? You’ll find just the right venue with County Parks. Many picnic areas can be reserved for your exclusive use, while others are available on a first-come, first-served basis. We have many locations throughout Santa Cruz County for different types of events. Visit us at scparks.com to book your next event. Visit scparks.com for more information about parks, programs, and activities. THINGS TO DO IN SANTA CRUZ COUNTY PARKS AGENTS OF DISCOVERY Try out this fun and unique way of learning about and exploring Santa Cruz County Parks. Agents of Discovery is a FREE educational mobile game for families that uses augmented reality and location-based challenges to get people active and exploring outdoors. Download the app and complete our missions for great prizes! HIT THE BEACH From the pristine coast of north county to the long stretches of sandy beaches in south county, Santa Cruz County Parks offers breathtaking views and a variety of recreational opportunities. GO TO CAMP Have some fun at camp! Santa Cruz County Parks offers something for everyone to enjoy on pages 10-11.
www.scparks.com • 1 From the Maintenance Superintendent.................. 2 General Information.................................................... 3 Aquatics Programs...................................................4-6 Featured Park. ................................................................7 After-School Child Enrichment................................. 8 Kreative Kids.................................................................. 9 Camps/Sports Camps.......................................... 10-11 Special Events.............................................................. 12 Arts Programs and Activities.............................. 13-15 Adult & Senior Activities...................................... 16-17 County Parks & Wedding Venues..................... 18-19 Employment Opportunities..................................... 21 Volunteer Opportunties............................................ 22 Registration Information.................................... 23-24 Contents This Guide has been designed with the most current information available at the time of publication. Our staff have created programs in accordance with the Santa Cruz County Public Health Department guidelines. This includes being able to offer online and in-person programs that adhere to the protocols of stable groups, social distancing, symptom checks and enhanced cleaning. We continue to adapt to this fluid situation and our top priority is the health and safety of our participants and staff. We are pleased to welcome you back and look forward to continuing to serve you. Please visit scparks.com for current program offerings and office hours. Feel free to contact us with any questions at parksinfo@ scparks.com or by calling (831) 454-7901. ParkRx Santa Cruz County Look for the ParkRx logo to find free/low-cost activities that support health! COVID-19 Safety Guidelines All classes follow the Santa Cruz County Public Health Order.
2 • Parks, Open Space & Cultural Services Happy Spring! I would like to introduce myself as the new Parks Superintendent in charge of our Park Maintenance section. I have worked for the Parks Department for a little over 5 years and am excited for my new role in managing County Park Maintenance as I’ve enjoyed supervising Park Maintenance work throughout my tenure with County Parks so far. I can’t believe the holidays are right around the corner and then the coming new year! I would like to highlight the Virtual Arts & Craft Fair we are continuing to provide online while the Simpkins Family Swim Center continues to be under construction for the addition of the Live Oak Library Annex – thank you for your patience and construction is slated to conclude in spring of 2023. We’re also looking forward to some exciting changes this year, with the new build of the Live Oak Library Annex and many park updates and renovations on the horizon, especially as we focus on renovating our amazing athletic fields at each of our regional parks during the winter season. As we move into 2023, please be aware of our efforts and anticipated community meetings regarding our efforts to update the Santa Cruz County Parks Strategic Plan. We are at year 5 of the plan and look forward to working with stakeholders and community members on updating the plan to see where we can focus on during the concluding 5 years of these efforts. We are also working towards hiring new leadership in Park Maintenance and working towards completing projects included in our deferred maintenance plan to continue to enhance and update Santa Cruz County Parks for all of our community members. As we approach the end of 2022, I’d like to thank. County Park Friends and all the way that they support our department and fundraising endeavors throughout the county to enhance county parks and the available programming provided to the community. I’d also like to recognize the Deputy Sheriff’s Association of Santa Cruz County for their huge financial support and fundraising efforts towards the endeavors at Willowbrook County Park in Honor of Sgt. Damon Gutzwiller – the park improvements there will hopefully serve the time and service that Sgt. Gutzwiller provided while he worked for the County Sheriff’s office. Finally, I’d like to extend a huge thank you to the staff at County Parks, and especially Park Maintenance staff. Without the work that staff provide to the community every single day, we would not be able to provide the amazing programs, services, and outdoor spaces that we currently do, and I am eternally grateful for each and every one of them. Thank you and I am looking forward to many amazing things to come for Santa Cruz County Parks in 2023! Jesse Williams FROM THE PARKS MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT Jesse Williams
www.scparks.com • 3 The Mission of the County of Santa Cruz Department of Parks, Open Space and Cultural Services is to provide safe, well-designed and maintained parks, and a wide variety of recreational and cultural opportunities for our diverse community. Aquatic Registrations – (831) 454-7953 — M-F, 9am-4pm Facility Reservations – (831) 454-7938 — M-F, 9am-4pm Recreation Registrations – (831) 454-7941 — M-F, 9am-4pm Simpkins Family Swim Center – (831) 454-7960 Swim Center Automated Information – (831) 454-7948 Non-discrimination Policy Santa Cruz County Parks, Open Space and Cultural Services prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition (cancer related and genetic characteristics), marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, age (over 18), veteran status, pregnancy, or any other non-merit factor. If you believe that you have been discriminated against in relationship to County Parks programs, activities, or facilities, a complaint may be filed with Equal Employment Opportunity Liaison at (831) 454-7901. Americans with Disabilities Act Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 requires that the County of Santa Cruz ensures that its programs, services and facilities are accessible to persons with disabilities. Santa Cruz County supports the belief that a community with integrity is one in which people with and without disabilities recreate, learn and experience together. We request that you notify Parks staff two weeks prior to enrollment in order to facilitate the reasonable accommodation request. TDD/TTY-call 711. For information on the Deaf and Disabled Telecommunication Program, please visit http://ddtp.cpuc. ca.gov/relay.aspx. County Board of Supervisors Manu Koenig District 1 Zach Friend District 2 Ryan Coonerty District 3 Greg Caput District 4 Bruce McPherson District 5 Meets selected Tuesdays, 9AM Arts Commission Paula Woods, Arthur Solway District 1 Cynthia Kilian, Adele Gardner District 2 Joanna Phillips, Aura Oslapas District 3 Judy Stabile, Paul DeWorken District 4 Margaret Niven (chair), Lynda Phillips District 5 Meets selected Mondays, 4:30PM Parks & Recreation Commission Katherine Lee District 1 Tricia Wiltshire Potts District 2 Maggie Duncan-Merrell District 3 Martha Victoria Vega District 4 Monica Martinez District 5 Meets selected Mondays, 7PM Contact Parks & Recreation and Arts Commissioners via e-mail at: [email protected] COUNTY OF SANTA CRUZ DEPARTMENT OF PARKS, OPEN SPACE & CULTURAL SERVICES Like us on Facebook: Santa Cruz County Parks Department We’re on Instagram: Santa Cruz County Parks Follow us on Twitter @SCParksDept 979 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 (831) 454-7901; Fax (831) 454-7940
4 • Parks, Open Space & Cultural Services Simpkins Family Swim Center - Your County Pool! Aquatic Registrations (831) 454-7953 • Swim Center (831) 454-7960 AQUATICS PROGRAMS We are open 7 days a week, year round. The center has four pools, and climbing wall, all of which are open seasonally. The 78-degree 17-lane Lap Pool, which is the largest in Santa Cruz County, is used for lap swimming, swim lessons, swim teams, water polo, junior lifeguards, adult fitness and water aerobics. The WarmWater Pool is used for recreational swimming, swim lessons, and therapy, and is kept at 88 degrees. It features a zero-depth entry ramp for easy wheelchair access. The Spray Zone splash and spray has a 6-inch depth make it a perfect pool for tots: • Children who are non-swimmers must have direct adult supervision, at an arms reach, at all times. Age 8 and under must have direct adult supervision in the locker rooms and on the pool deck. • Admission is first-come, first-served. All persons entering the pool area are required to pay an admission fee. • For those not yet toilet trained, we adhere to a 2-layer policy. A swim diaper and plastic pants with elastic leg and waist bands must be worn. Both items are available for purchase at the swim center. • Glass containers are not allowed. • Please do not bring water toys or floatation devices for your children to the pool. • Swim program hours may vary from those listed in this pamphlet. • All fees are subject to change. • Programs may be cancelled for special events, unusual circumstances or severe weather. • Please visit www.scparks.com to view the most current pool schedule, fees, pool closure dates, and other information. Accessibility Features Santa Cruz County Parks and the Santa Cruz County Commission on Disabilities are partnered in their commitment to inclusivity and accessibility for all County residents wanting to enjoy the Simpkins Family Swim Center in safety and comfort. In 2021, the Commission conducted a community survey to discover how best to enhance the Swim Center’s accessibility and provide a welcoming, supportive space for community members with disabilities to get the most out of it. Adaptive Swim Programdetails coming soon, check our website for the latest developments. Low Stimulation Hours Simpkins offers “low stimulation” hours for swimmers with disabilities that benefit from a quitter environment with less sensory stimulations to enjoy the pools. For current low stimulation hours please view the “Open Swim” schedule on scparks.com. WarmWater Pool Simpkins features three pools at varying temperatures: 78 degrees Fahrenheit, 88 degrees Fahrenheit, and an unheated wading pool. Warm water pools are often credited with offering physical and mental benefits for swimmers with developmental, mobility and chronic pain disabilities, among others. Accessibility Equipment Several options are provided for people using wheelchairs to access the pools, including a water wheelchair, a stationary lift, and a mobile lift. Staff are on hand to provide verbal instruction on the use of accessibility equipment, though they will not be able to physically assist you. Zero Depth Entry People with mobility disabilities and those using the water wheelchair can easily enter the pool with a gently sloping entry point for gradual entry and increased control of the depth at which they are most comfortable. Free Entry for Caregivers All entry fees are waived for caregivers accompanying peoples with disabilities for the purpose of providing them with assistance as they use the facilities. Use of Flotation Devices Allowed People with disabilities who require flotation devices to use the pools safely are welcome to bring and use their own flotation devices. Private ADA-Compliant Shower, Changing Bed, Locker Room and Restroom The swim center provides a private accessible space for people with disabilities desiring privacy to shower and change before and after swimming.
www.scparks.com • 5 AQUATICS PROGRAMS Like us on Facebook: Simpkins Family Swim Center We’re on Instagram: Simpkins Family Swim Center • Use the lesson descriptions to select the class level that best matches your child’s ability level. Refer to the charts to find out when your choice is offered. If after reading the class descriptions you are still unsure which class level would best meet your child’s needs, you may sign your child up for a swim lesson assessment. Review the swim lesson Q&A page in the lesson dropdown list at scparks.com, or call (831) 454-7953 for assistance. • If your child has not had the opportunity to practice their swimming skills, staff recommend that they repeat the level completed last summer. • Classes fill quickly. If you are not registering in person or online, be sure to list alternate sessions and class times on your registration form. • Children typically spend 2-4 sessions in the same group level before advancing to the next level. • Each lesson lasts for a 1/2 hour. Children receive 25 minutes of swim instruction; instructors will use the last 5 minutes of the lesson to provide feedback to swimmers’ parents/guardians. • Make-up swim lessons are not available if a participant is absent. In the event that a lesson is cancelled, a credit for the cancelled class will be applied to your account. Registration Tips & Lesson Information Swim Lesson Assessments If after reading the level descriptions you are unsure which level your child should be in, you can register (at least 24 hours in advance) for a FREE swim lesson assessment! Instructors will assess children one at a time, first-come, first-served. Test time: 5-10 min./child. A parent or guardian must accompany all swimmers under age 18. Visit us at scparks.com, email us at [email protected] or call (831) 454-7953 for additional information. Swim Lessons For details on registration dates, lesson descriptions and available classes, please visit the Swim Lesson Page at scparks.com. Lesson descriptions are at scparks.com Private Swim Lessons County Parks offers year-round private swim lessons for ages 3 & up, taught by Swim Center staff. Your child will be given undivided attention from one of our experienced swim instructors. Lessons last 30 min. and take place during group lesson times. Please note that private staff lessons cannot be rescheduled or made-up. Private lessons may be cancelled only in the case of an emergency situation.
6 • Parks, Open Space & Cultural Services AQUATIC PROGRAMS Youth & Adult Aquatics Water Aerobics Water aerobics classes provide workouts of any intensity and are an excellent way to meet your fitness goals with less impact on your joints. Classes are designed to appeal to all levels of ability including pre-natal, seniors, and rehabilitation or cross-training enthusiasts. Adult Fitness Swimming Participate in an organized lap swim workout intended to increase muscular strength, aerobic endurance, stroke technique and build overall fitness level. A variety of workouts will be offered to meet your fitness goals. Qualified coaches offer in-depth analysis and feedback on your stroke and help direct you to a lane with swimmers of similar ability and experience. Workouts are scheduled to be 90 minutes long but may be modified based on your experience and fitness goals. Drop-in Co-ed Adult Water Polo Join other adult water polo players for pick-up games. Use your Simpkins Family Swim Center pass or pay cash for admission to the pool. Swim Teams The swim teams listed below regularly use the county pool, but are not affiliated with County Parks. Please call the numbers listed for information. Aptos Cabrillo Swim Club - (831) 688-3613 Quicksilver Swimming - (760) 521-0126 Santa Cruz Swimming - (831) 471-7887 For additional information please visit us at scparks. com, through e-mail at [email protected] or by phone call at (831) 454-7960 or (831) 454-7953. Lifeguard Training Courses Ages 15+ can learn the skills needed to prevent and respond to emergencies, and earn the certification to be employed as a lifeguard in a pool environment. For specific course dates, swimming prerequisited and more information about American Red Cross lifeguard training courses, please visit scparks.com or call (831) 4547960. Also Available at the Swim Center: Private Swim Lessons led by Contract Instructors Private lessons are also offered, taught by contracted instructors. All instructors have at least five years of experience teaching swimming and may hold a combination of certificates, such as Water Safety Instructor Certificate, a USA coaching certificate, a teaching credential, etc. Their varied teaching experience includes: working with children of all ages and abilities; all levels of swimmers including fearful adults; special needs; stroke refinement; and technical stroke instruction for triathletes. Lap Swim Lane availability varies throughout the day. Circleswimming may be required during the busiest times, 6-7AM, 9AM-12PM and 2:30-6PM. Please follow laplane pace indicators, posted lap-swim etiquette and lifeguard direction. Ages 7-12 must be accompanied by an adult in the same lane and be able to swim 25 yards (1 length) without stopping. Kickboards, pull buoys, and exercise equipment are available for lap swimming and warm-water pool exercise.
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8 • Parks, Open Space & Cultural Services After-School Child Enrichment Program Register your 1st-6th grade child at La Selva (after-school childhood enrichment) A.C.E. program for a fun, safe, and enriching afternoon of games, arts & crafts, sports, cooking, field trips, classes, homework time, and more! When you register your child in the ACE program for the first time during the school year, you will receive an information handbook and an emergency information card. For additional information, call us at (831) 454-7941. AFTER-SCHOOL CHILD ENRICHMENT PROGRAM Monthly Registration Fees & Options 5-Day Plan Includes recreation programming for the entire session, classes, local field trips, and special events. Jan/April/Aug/Dec Fees: $358/$394 Feb/March/May/Sept/Oct/Nov Fees: $477/$525 The options below allow you to choose the days of the week each month that are convenient for your schedule. 4-Day Plan Jan/April/Aug/Dec Fees: $306 /$337 Feb/March/May/Sept/Oct/Nov Fees: $408/$449 3-Day Plan Jan/April/Aug/Dec Fees: $248/$273 Feb/March/May/Sept/Oct/Nov Fees: $331/$364 2-Day Plan Jan/April/Aug/Dec Fees: $185/$204 Feb/March/May/Sept/Oct/Nov Fees: $247/$272 Additional attendance days can be added to 4-, 3- and 2-day plans as the need arises. Grades 1-6 Add-on Day Fee: $40/$44
www.scparks.com • 9 1/9-2/2* 2/6-3/2* 3/6-3/30 4/10-5/4 & 5/8 -6/1 Monday-Thursday 9:30am - 1:30pm Sandy O’ Call (831) 336- -trained. A $10 materials fee is due to the instructor at the first class of each session. Program is held at Wilder No Program: 1/16, 2/20, 4/3 - 4/7, 5/29 Parent Assist Program scparks.com
10 • Parks, Open Space & Cultural Services CAMPS Green and Growing Need some exciting activities for your 6–12-year-old child during Spring break? Look no further! Santa Cruz County Parks offers spring day camp at Aptos Village Park. Each day will offer a fun structured program, starting with a large group assembly to review the exciting daily schedule of activities which may include fine arts, science, organized games and sports, drama and music, crafts, and cooking. Theme for this camp is Green and Growing as we welcome the spring bloom and little creatures. Dates: April 3-7 Location: Aptos Village Park Full Day 7:30am-6pm Ages 6-12 $250/$275 Half Day 9am-3pm Ages 6-12 $175/$193 Wilderness Explores Let your child explore the wilderness of the parks at Quail Hollow Ranch County Park in this nature-based camp packed with fun and educational activities. Please send your child with a snack, lunch, water and water appropriate shoes & clothing each day. Dates: April 3-7 Location: Quail Hollow Ranch Park 9am–3pm M-F Ages 6-12 $175/$193 Multi-Sports Camp This Multi Sports Camp is an active, high-energy program designed for boys and girls ages 6-12 years old. Camper favorites include flag football, kickball, soccer, backyard hockey, capture the flag, Star Wars tag, dodgeball and other “non-traditional” exciting games! Camp curriculum emphasizes fun, teamwork, and positive sportsmanship over competition. Instructor: Oscar Arroyo Dates: April 3-7 Location: Polo Grounds Park 9am–12pm M-F Ages 6-12 $99/$109
www.scparks.com • 11 SPORTS Super Tots Sports Children can have fun and learn the fundamentals of sports in a structured environment. Super Tots Sports includes four* 50 -minute sessions consisting of organized practices and games. Participants will build confidence, develop teamwork and learn social skills in a positive, fun environment. Super Tots Sports will include a variety of sports, skills and activities. Instructor: Recreation Team Location: Highlands Park SPORT DAY DATES TIME AGES COST T-Ball Th 3/2–3/23 3-4pm 3-5y $75/$83 Soccer Th 4/6–4/27 3-4pm 3-5y $75/$83 Track Th 5/4–5/25 3-4pm 3-5y $75/$83 Like us on Facebook: Santa Cruz County Parks Department We’re on Instagram: Santa Cruz County Parks Follow us on Twitter @SCParksDept
12 • Parks, Open Space & Cultural Services SPECIAL EVENTS FREE MOVIE FAMILY NIGHT SHOW STARTS AT SUNSET 4/21 — Sonic 2 @ Anna Jean Cummings 5/19 — Lightyear @ Aptos Village Park
www.scparks.com • 13 ARTS PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Santa Cruz County Arts Commission The Mission of the Santa Cruz County Arts Commission is to promote, expand, and plan for the cultural life of Santa Cruz County and to bring artists and arts organizations together with government for the benefit of all county residents. Percent For Art Program: Building A More Beautiful Community In April of 1991, the Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors took action to establish a Percent for Art Program applicable to County construction projects. Up to 2% of the cost of construction of buildings and parks can be designated to fund the inclusion of public artwork. Projects currently in the works include the Live Oak Library Annex, the Aptos library, and Heart of Soquel Parkway. Artists may submit proposals for the Green Valley Rd. Multi-Use Pathway through 01/20/2023. Details at scparks.com. Art Exhibitions Paintings, prints, crafts, photographs, jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, drawings, and mixed-media works by local artists and crafts people are exhibited year-round at the County Government Center, 701 Ocean Street, Santa Cruz. Exhibits typically run for 2-3 months on the first and fifth floors. Artists interested in showing their work at a County facility (Government Center, Simpkins Swim Center, Health Services Agency, and others) can visit the Arts Council website at www.artscouncilsc.org for more information about the application process. Spotlight Award – Recognizing Local Emerging Artists Through the Spotlight Award, the Santa Cruz County Arts Commission publicly recognizes individuals who have achieved a high level of excellence and creativity in their work, but who have not received widespread acknowledgment of their talent. This award recognizes younger artists as well as those who are discovering their artistic voice later in life. Judging criteria will include the effective use of media and tools to communicate their own personal style. More information about the award, criteria, and application process can be found at scparks.com. Photo by Janice Serilla, Animal Shelter Project
14 • Parks, Open Space & Cultural Services artist OF THE YEAR Stephen Kessler Stephen Kessler, poet, translator, essayist, editor, and novelist has been named 2023 Santa Cruz County Artist of the Year by the Santa Cruz County Arts Commission. The Artist of the Year award is presented to local artists for outstanding achievement in the discipline of performing, visual, or literary arts who have also made a substantial contribution to the cultural enrichment of Santa Cruz County. A free Profile Performance will be held in May 2023. Please visit the Parks Department website in spring 2023 for updates, and to learn more about the award and previous recipients: www.scparks.com. Born in Los Angeles in 1947, Kessler received a BA in Languages and Literature from Bard College (1968) and an MA in Literature from the University of California, Santa Cruz (1969). His collections of poetry include Nostalgia of the Fortuneteller (Kayak Books, 1975); Scratch Pegasus (Swan Scythe Press, 2013); Garage Elegies, and Last Call (both from Black Widow Press, 2018 and 2021), among others. His translations of the Spanish poet Luis Cernuda have received numerous awards including a Lambda Literary Award for Written in Water (City Lights Books, 2004), the Harold Morton Landon Translation Award from the Academy of American Poets for Desolation of the Chimera (White Pine Press, 2009), and the PEN Center USA Translation Award for Forbidden Pleasures (Black Widow Press, 2015). Kessler's other books of translation include The Sonnets by Jorge Luis Borges (as editor and principal translator, Penguin, 2010); Eyeseas by Raymond Queneau, translated from the French with Daniela Hurezanu (Black Widow Press, 2008); Poems of Consummation by Vicente Aleixandre (Black Widow Press, 2013); Save Twilight: Selected Poems by Julio Cortázar (Northern California Book Award, City Lights Books, 2016); and Heights of Machu Picchu by Pablo Neruda (Bulfinch, 2001), among others. Kessler was the founding editor and publisher of Alcatraz (1979-1985), an international journal, as well as founder, publisher and editor-in-chief of the Santa Cruz newsweekly The Sun (1986-1989), editor and writer at the Santa Cruz Express, and more recently, Santa Cruz Weekly, among other local newspapers. From 1999 to 2014 he was the founding editor of the quarterly literary newspaper The Redwood Coast Review, four-time recipient of the California Library Association's PR Excellence Award; and in recent years is a weekly opinion columnist at the Santa Cruz Sentinel. In the early 1980s he helped to organize several poetical-political benefits (Bombs Away!) and festivals (Art & Action), and with another longtime friend and former Artist of the Year, Gary Young, co-hosted The Poetry Show and Bards After Dark on community radio station KUSP from 1981 to 1986. Stephen Kessler's papers are collected at the Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington, Indiana. ARTS PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Photo credit: Dina Scoppetone
www.scparks.com • 15 ARTS PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES Seascapes in Watercolor VIRTUAL Learn how to paint water, waves, rocks and the beautiful California coast including special techniques for creating crashing waves and sea foam. Video of class will be provided after each class. Estimated supply cost is $60- $100. For supply list email: [email protected] NOTE: This class is designed for those who already have some watercolor painting experience. If there is interest, an optional plein air session may be scheduled after last class session. Instructor: Roberta Kiphuth, Detati Art ZOOM ONLINE - AGES 16 + F 3/31-4/26 11am-12:15pm $85/$93 No class on April 7 Acrylic Painting - Beginning VIRTUAL Learn basic painting techniques through small painting projects and exercises. Learn how to mix colors, think about composition and focal points, use brushes and other tools. Video of class will be provided after each class. For supply list email: [email protected] NOTE: If there is interest, there may be an optional plein air session scheduled after last class session. Instructor: Roberta Kiphuth, Detati Art ZOOM ONLINE - AGES 16 + Th 3/30-4/20 11am-12:15pm $85/$93 Taking Better Pictures VIRTUAL This class will help you learn to take more artistic and pleasing photos. You will learn how to frame your shot, understand lighting challenges and creating a "photo" not a snapshot. Class structure consists of one online meeting to review and discuss taking better photos, a week for students to practice and a second online meeting to review and discuss assignment. NOTE: If there is interest, there may be an optional in-person opportunity to meet and do a photoshoot on location at the coast. Instructor: Roberta Kiphuth, Detati Art ZOOM ONLINE - AGES 16 + F 3/10, 3/24 11am-12:15pm $40/44 ©2022 R KIPHUTH
16 • Parks, Open Space & Cultural Services ADULT & SENIOR ACTIVITIES Have you missed us? We’ve certainly missed you and we’re gearing up to bring you some great in-person offerings! Please check scparks.com in the weeks to come and/or email [email protected] to let us know you’re ready to join us in organized activities and to ensure you are on our email newsletter list. We can’t wait to see you! In the meantime, don’t miss the great opportunities we have in store for you at the Virtual Recreation Center at scparks.com. Capitola Mall Walking Join the Mall Walkers for health, fitness, and FUN! Meet friendly and supportive participants while you walk in a safe and protected environment. Walking is a wonderful way to be physically active! It’s easy, and it’s relatively riskfree. Walking is the most popular aerobic activity. We have monthly events and social gatherings at local eateries (lunch is not included). Come join us and be part of the movement. Drop by the entrance to the food court. Location: Capitola Mall M/W/F 9:30am 50 + $25 annual fee Dance Classes New to Salsa & East Coast Swing? This beginning level 1 classes are a great way to get started! Learn the rhythm and steps in these fun and popular dance styles. Classes meet for six (6) weeks and are designed in a progressive series. East Coast Swing is a popular and universal dance that is very beginner friendly. You can east coast swing dance to a wide range of music and music tempos making it popular for new dances. It’s seen everywhere from ballroom dance to country dance halls around the world. Session I – Beginners Salsa : January 10 to February 28 week session (No class 1/24, 2/7) Session II – Beginners East Coast Swing: March 7 to April 18 (No class 4/4) Instructor: Jeremy Pillang Location: Aptos Village Park Tu 10:30-11:30am 50 + $108/$118 Like us on Facebook: Santa Cruz County Parks Department We’re on Instagram: Santa Cruz County Parks Follow us on Twitter @SCParksDept
www.scparks.com • 17 ADULT & SENIOR ACTIVITIES Collette Vacations Extended Trips Upcoming trips and exciting destinations in 2023! Please RSVP by calling (831) 454-7941. Tropical Costa Rica Visit paradise in tropical Costa Rica, with its sandy beaches, lush forests, exotic plants, incredible animals, and stunning waterfalls. January 30 – February 7, 2023 Single $2,898/Double $2,398/Triple $2,368 Shades of Ireland From history-filled Dublin to the rolling green hills and dramatic coast, experience Ireland’s charms on a journey through the Emerald Isle. March 31 – April 9, 2023 Single $3,798/Double $3,198/Triple $3,168 Active Adults Fitness at Park A kinder, gentler aerobic workout appropriate for active adults who would like to include a low-intensity, low-impact workout in their fitness plans. Each class includes anaerobic conditioning and stretching segments. Get ready to stretch, exercise your upper body with resistant bands and lower body exercises to build strength and balance. We will recover with relaxation breathing techniques. Instructor: SC County Recreation Team Location: Aptos Village Park Tu 9:30-10:30am 50 + FREE *Please consult with your physician before participating in this class. Day Trips Join us as we visit the San Jose Performing Arts Center to watch the Broadway show of My Fair Lady an old time classic. Broadway San Jose to watch "My Fair Lady" Dates: Sunday February 26, 2023 Tentative times: Pick up at Capitola Mall at 9:30am and Return by 5:30pm Filoli Gardens Tentative: Thursday April 20, 2023 Also known as the Bourn-Roth Estate, is a country house set in 16 acres of formal gardens surrounded by a 654-acre estate, nestled on a slope of the Santa Cruz Mountains, and surrounded by the protected Peninsula watershed.
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22 • Parks, Open Space & Cultural Services VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES County Parks Among the groups and individuals who have made a difference in their community through their volunteer work with us are K&D Landscaping, Santa Cruz Warriors staff, the Santa Cruz Astronomy Club, SLV Rotary, Friends of Quail Hollow, Felton Library Friends, Department of Rehabilitation and families and individuals who pitch in to help maintain our Pinto Lake Disc Golf course, Anna Jean Cummings Park, and Jose Ave. Park. Adopt a Park – Volunteer groups may adopt one of our parks, natural areas, or facilities. Responsibilities include park beautification, reporting park needs, installing and monitoring bird nest boxes and other fun projects. Adopt a Trail – Volunteer groups adopt sections of paved or natural trails, report trail needs and perform small projects. Adopt a Project - Assist with special events, a project you are passionate about, or a new park! Volunteers receive project coordination, safety orientation, and materials and tools needed for specific projects from the Parks Department. Quail Hollow Ranch Volunteers may lead interpretive programs, remove invasive non-native plants, assist with children's programs, maintain trails or garden, among other things. In return for your time you will gain a greater understanding of one of the more well-kept secrets of the Santa Cruz Mountains and feel good about giving back to your community. For more information, please call Margaret Ingraham at (831) 454-7927. Junior Volunteer Program Teens ages 13-17 can spend their spare time helping recreation staff lead games, art and crafts, sports, and more for children ages 5-12. Gain valuable work experience and learn useful job skills. There is a $50 fee to participate in this program. Volunteer Opportunities - Parks, Trails, Beaches, Programs, and more! How can volunteers help? Individuals and groups can volunteer for a one-day project or dedicate themselves to an on-going or long-term project. Anyone can become a volunteer, whether you are an individual, family, or part of a group! Why Volunteer? • Give back to the community • Improve the quality of life in your community • Gain valuable skills and experience • Practice and strengthen leadership skills • Meet new people • Help the Department extend services to more people • Have fun and utilize your unique skills and talents! What can you volunteer for? • Youth Programs • Beach & Park Clean-Ups • Park Docent • Neighborhood Park Projects • Park Maintenance • Senior Programs • Special Events Contact County Parks Volunteer Coordinator via e-mail: [email protected] or call (831) 454-7927 Felton Discovery Park The Felton Discovery Park, adjacent to the Felton Library, promotes environmental literacy through its design and programs. Volunteers meet monthly to maintain the native plant gardens and remove invasives. Docents help develop and implement programs and activities for people to learn about and interact with the natural world. See more about the park features at https://www.feltonlibraryfriends.org/copy-of-library. If interested in volunteering, fill out the Volunteer Interest Form at www.scparks.com
www.scparks.com • 23 INFORMACIÓN EN ESPAÑOL Programas de Natación - Programas para jovenes y adultos incluyen clases de natación, polo en el agua, entrenamiento para salvavidas, seguridad en el agua para la comunidad, ejercicios de natación para adultos, aeróbics en el agua, y más. El costo varía por programa. Recreación en el agua - Hay algo para todos en el Centro de Natación de Simpkins Family Swim Center. Relájese en la alberca de agua tibia, juegue con sus pequeños bajo la zona de salpicar en la alberca pequeña o venga a nadar en la alberca de 50 metros. Recreación para niños - Programas de Recreación para niños incluyen programas de deportes, clases, y campos de verano. Los programas se ofrecen en diferentes lugares por todo el condado. Programas para Personas Mayores - Incluyen caminar en las tiendas de Capitola Mall, y clases de ejercicio semanales, viajes al teatro, y otros eventos especiales. Para ver más horario actual de la piscina, tarifas, fechas de cierre de la piscina, y otra información por favor visite scparks.com. Online registration for all camps, programs, aquatics and activities are now open! Please create an Active Network account to register. Mail registration to: Santa Cruz County Parks, 979 17th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA 95062 Walk-in registration: 979 17th Avenue: M-F, 9am-4pm. Phone-in registration: Aquatic Programs: (831) 454-7953. All other programs: (831) 454-7941. Please have your credit/ debit card info. including CVC/CVV, and program numbers ready when you call. Registration and a signed release of liability are required prior to program participation. Payment is required at the time of registration; fees are not pro-rated for late registration. You may pay using cash, check, credit card, debit card or e-check. There is a $40 service charge for returned checks and credit card charge backs. All activities, dates, and fees are subject to change. Register with Active Network @ scparks.com MEASURE G & MEASURE F Measure G & Measure F funding hard at work – thank you! GREYHOUND ROCK FELTON DISCOVERY PARK SEACLIFF VILLAGE PARK CHANTICLEER PARK JOSE AVENUE PARK HEART OF SOQUEL PARKWAY REGISTRATION INFORMATION
24 • Parks, Open Space & Cultural Services FEES & CANCELLATIONS Resident/Non-resident Fees Where two registration fees are listed (e.g. $40/$44), the first is for Residents (R), the second for Non-residents (NR). You are a Non-resident (NR) if: you live outside Santa Cruz County; or in one of the 4 cities (Santa Cruz, Capitola, Watsonville, Scotts Valley); or in one of these Special Recreation Districts: Alba, or La Selva Beach. Waiting Lists If your original class choice is full, you will be placed on the waiting list for your original choice and contacted if space becomes available. Sibling Discount There is a discount of 15% for each additional sibling who is registered for the same session of the same youth activity, EXCEPT for swim lessons. The sibling discount only applies to online registrations when two or more siblings are registered for the same program option. You must mailin, fax-in, walk-in or call (831) 454-7941 when registering to receive a sibling discount if siblings are using different program options during the same session. Cancellation & Refund Policy – Youth Programs and Adult/Senior Programs Requests for transfers, credits or refunds must be submitted in writing, and are subject to the following guidelines: 4 or more business days prior to activity start date: • Transfer to another Parks activity. • Withdraw and receive a full credit to the account with Parks; credits are valid for one year. • Refund will be issued, less a $5.00 processing fee. 3 or fewer business days prior to activity start date: • Refunds, credits or transfers will not be issued. • If the space can be filled from a waitlist, the account with Parks may be credited, or one can receive a refund (less a $5.00 processing fee). If the activity has already started: If the participant has attended only one or two class meetings and concerns cannot be resolved, a pro- rated refund may be issued. Refunds are not available if the class has met three times, or if a participant fails to attend. Course Cancellations: If a program is cancelled by Parks, a full refund will be issued within 4 weeks. Swim Lesson Cancellation & Refund Policy Please plan your schedule carefully in order to keep transfers and cancellations to a minimum. A $5.00 fee will be charged when withdrawing from an aquatics activity. Make-up lessons are not available if your child is absent. When withdrawing, the following options are available: 3 or more business days prior to the activity start date: • Transfer to another aquatics activity, plus a $5.00 transfer fee. • Withdraw and receive a credit to your account, or receive a refund, less a $5.00 processing fee. • Account credits are valid for one year. 2 or fewer business days prior to the activity start date: • Transfer to another activity, plus a $5.00 transfer fee. • If the space can be filled from a waitlist, the account with Parks may receive a credit; or one can receive a refund, less a $5.00 processing fee. • If the space cannot be filled from a waitlist, credits or refunds will be given on a pro-rated basis, charging for the first class. If the activity has already started: If the participant has attended only one or two class meetings and concerns cannot be resolved, a pro-rated refund may be issued. Credits and refunds are not available once a class has met three times, or if a participant fails to attend. Make-up lessons are not available for missed classes. Course Cancellations: If a program is cancelled by Parks, a full refund will be issued within 4 weeks.
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PARQUES, ESPACIOS ABIERTOS Y SERVICIOS CULTURALES – GUIA DE ACTIVIDADES CONDADO DE SANTA CRUZ, DEPARTAMENTO DE INVIERNO/PRIMAVERA 2023 SCPARKS.COM Visítenos en scparks.com para conocer las actividades interpretativas en Rancho Quail Hollow ¿Boda de Primavera? Reserva tu local. pg. 18-19 VIVE AQUÍ TRABAJA AQUÍ JUEGA AQUÍ Disfruta de los eventos especlales con la familla. pg. 12
VOLUNTARIO EN LOS PARQUES DEL CONDADO Ser voluntario en los Parques del Condado es una gran manera de marcar la diferencia en su comunidad, ayudar al personal de los Parques a realizar una variedad de proyectos y conocer gente nueva. Si estás interesado en ser voluntario en los Parques del Condado, rellena un formulario de interés en la página de voluntarios en scparks.com. Oportunidades de voluntariado comunitario de un día • Voluntarios de Quail Hollow Ranch Voluntarios del Parque del Descu brimiento de Felton • Voluntarios Docentes • Voluntarios de Grupo. SENDERISMO Los parques del Condado de Santa Cruz ofrecen muchas opciones de senderismo. Para una experiencia de senderismo más rustica, visita Miller Family Park y disfruta de la tranquila majestuosidad de las secoyas. El Parque del Condado de Pinto Lake y el Parque Anna Jean Cummings también cuentan con hermosas rutas de senderismo. ORGANIZA UNA FIESTA ¿Quieres organizar una fiesta única? En los Parques del Condado encontrarás el lugar adecuado. Muchas de las áreas de picnic se pueden reservar para su uso exclusivo, mientras que otras están disponibles por orden de llegada. Tenemos muchos lugares en todo el Condado de Santa Cruz para diferentes tipos de eventos. Visítanos en scparks.com para reservar tu próximo evento. DIVERSIÓN EN LOS PARQUES DEL CONDADO DE SANTA CRUZ AGENTES DEL DESCUBRIMIENTO Prueba esta forma divertida y única de conocer y explorar los Parques del Condado de Santa Cruz. Agentes del Descubrimiento es un juego móvil educativo GRATUITO para familias que utiliza la realidad aumentada y los retos basados en la localización para que la gente se mantenga activa y explore al aire libre. Descarga la aplicación y completa nuestras misiones para conseguir grandes premios. EN LA PLAYA Desde la prístina costa del norte del Condado hasta las largas extensiones de playas de arena del sur, los Parques del Condado de Santa Cruz ofrecen unas vistas impresionantes y una gran variedad oportunidades de ocio. CAMPEMENTOS ¡Diviérte en el campamentos Los Parques del Condado de Santa Cruz se ofrecen alternativas para todos sus gustos en las paginas 10-11. Visita scparks.com para obtener mas información sobre parques, programas y actividades.
www.scparks.com • 1 Mensaje del Superintendente de Mantenimiento...........2 lnformación General..............................................................3 Programas Acuáticos........................................................ 4-6 Parque Destacado..................................................................7 Enriquecimiento lnfantil Extraescolar................................8 Niños Creativos.......................................................................9 Campamentos/Campamentos Deportivos..............10-11 Eventos Especiales...............................................................12 Programas y Actividades Artísticas ............................13-15 Actividades para Adultos y Adultos Mayores ...........16-17 Parques del condado y Espacios para Bodas.......... 18-19 Oportunidades de Empleo.................................................21 Oportunidades de Voluntariado. ..................................... 22 lnformación de Registro..............................................23-24 Contenido Este Guía ha sido diseñado con la información más actualizada disponible en el momento de su publicación. Nuestro personal ha creado programas de acuerdo con las directrices del Departamento de Salud Pública del Condado de Santa Cruz. Esto incluye poder ofrecer programas online y presenciales que se adhieran a los protocolos de grupos estables, distanciamiento social, controles de síntomas y limpieza reforzada. Seguimos adaptándonos a esta situación fluida y nuestra máxima prioridad es la salud y la seguridad de nuestros participantes y del personal. Nos alegra volver a darte la bienvenida y esperamos seguir sirviéndote. Visita scparks.com para conocer la oferta actual de programas y los horarios de las oficinas. No dudes en ponerte en contacto con nosotros con cualquier pregunta en [email protected] o llamando al (831) 454-7901. ParkRx Santa Cruz County Busca el logotipo de ParkRx para encontrar actividades gratuitas o de bajo consto que favorezcan la salud. Directrices de seguridad de COVID-19 Todos las clases siguen la Orden de Salud Pública del Condada de Santa Cruz.
2 • Parques, Espacios Abiertos y Servicios Culturales ¡Feliz Primavera! Me gustaría presentarme como el nuevo Superintendente de Parques a cargo de nuestra sección de Mantenimiento de Parques. He trabajado para el Departamento de Parques durante un poco más de 5 años y estoy emocionado por mi nuevo papel en la gestión del Mantenimiento de los Parques del Condado, ya que he disfrutado de la supervisión del trabajo de mantenimiento de los parques a lo largo de mi permanencia en los Parques del Condado hasta ahora. No puedo creer que las vacaciones estén a la vuelta de la esquina ¡y el año nuevo que se avecina! Me gustaría destacar la Feria Virtual de Artes y Artesanías que seguimos ofreciendo en línea mientras el Centro de Natación de la Familia Simpkins sigue en construcción para la adición del Anexo de la Biblioteca de Live Oak, gracias por su paciencia. La construcción está programada para concluir en la primavera de 2023. También esperamos algunos cambios emocionantes este año, con la nueva construcción del Anexo de la Biblioteca de Live Oak y muchas actualizaciones y renovaciones de parques en el horizonte, especialmente mientras nos centramos en la renovación de nuestros increíbles campos de atletismo en cada uno de nuestros parques regionales durante la temporada de invierno. A medida que avanzamos hacia el año 2023, mantente al tanto de nuestros esfuerzos y de las reuniones comunitarias anticipadas con respecto a nuestros esfuerzos para actualizar el Plan Estratégico de Parques del Condado de Santa Cruz. Estamos en el quinto año del plan y esperamos trabajar con las partes interesadas y los miembros de la comunidad en la actualización del plan para ver en qué podemos centrarnos durante los últimos cinco años de estos esfuerzos. También estamos trabajando en la contratación de nuevos líderes en el Mantenimiento de Parques y trabajando para completar los proyectos incluidos en nuestro plan de mantenimiento diferido para continuar mejorando y actualizando los Parques del Condado de Santa Cruz para todos los miembros de nuestra comunidad. A medida que nos acercamos al final de 2022, me gustaría dar las gracias. Los Amigos de los Parques del Condado y toda la forma en que apoyan a nuestro departamento y los esfuerzos de recaudación de fondos en todo el condado para mejorar los parques del condado y la programación disponible proporcionada a la comunidad. También me gustaría reconocer a la Asociación de Alguaciles Adjuntos del Condado de Santa Cruz por su enorme apoyo financiero y sus esfuerzos de recaudación de fondos hacia los esfuerzos en el Parque del Condado de Willowbrook en honor al Sargento Damon Gutzwiller. Las mejoras del parque servirán para conmemorar, con suerte, el tiempo y el servicio que el Sargento Gutzwiller proporcionó mientras trabajaba para la oficina del Alguacil del Condado. Por último, me gustaría dar las gracias al personal de los Parques del Condado, y especialmente al personal de Mantenimiento de los Parques. Sin el trabajo que el personal ofrece a la comunidad cada día, no podríamos ofrecer los increíbles programas, servicios y espacios al aire libre que ofrecemos actualmente, y estoy eternamente agradecido por todos y cada uno de ellos. Gracias y espero que haya muchas cosas increíbles para los Parques del Condado de Santa Cruz en 2023. Jesse Williams MENSAJE DEL SUPERINTENDENTE DE MANTENIMIENTO DE PARQUES Jesse Williams
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