Hyde Park Recreation Dept.

Recreation Director: Kathleen Davis recdirector@hydeparkny.us

Recreation Leader: Diane Cullen recprogramleader@hydeparkny.us

Municipal Historian: Shannon Butler

Office Location: 59 East Market Street

Hackett Hill Park Hyde Park, NY 12538

Mailing Address: 4383 Albany Post Rd. Hyde Park, NY 12538

Phone: (845)229-8086 Fax: (845)229-6851

Office Hours: Mon. - Fri. 8:30 am - 4:00 pm Hours for Camp Registration :

Pre-Season: May 1 - 18 / 8:30 am - 2:30 pm May 21 - August 17 / 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Website: www.hydeparkny.us/Recreation

https://www.facebook.com/hacketthillpark

Town of Hyde Park Recreation Department 2018 Spring/Summer Brochure

Like the Town of Hyde Park on Facebook for Continued Updates of Events

Recreation Commission

Stephen Woodcock, Chairperson Nicole Noakes, Co-Chairperson

Robert Babcock Jim Bishop Scott Marxer Dave Murray

Susan Pretak

Youth Clubs & Service Organizations

· AARP, Ch.#4561: local.aarp.org/hyde-park-ny

· American Legion, Post 1303: (845)229-7256

· Beatrix Farrand Garden Association: beatrixfarrandgardenhydepark.org

· Chamber of Commerce: www.hydeparkchamber.org

· Hudson Valley Railroad Society : www.hydeparkstation.com

· Hyde Park Elks Club Lodge 2778: (845)486-4846

· Hyde Park Historical Society: www.hydeparkhistory.org/about-us-3/

· Hyde Park Little League & Softball: www.hydeparkll.org

· Hyde Park Lions Club - http://hydeparklions.com/

· Hyde Park Presidents Youth Football & Cheerleading: (845)223-5785 www.hydeparkyouthfootballandcheer.org

· Hyde Park Rotary Club: www.hpnyrotary.org

· Hyde Park Soccer League: www.hydeparksoccer.org

· Knights of Columbus: (845)229-6111

· Moose Club: (845)229-7287

· Northern Dutchess Girls Youth Lacrosse Club:

www.northerndutchessgirlslax.siplay.com

· Staatsburg Auxiliary Fire Dept.: e-mail: dolphinrain@aol.com

· Visual Environment Committee: www.hydeparkvec.org

TOWN BOARD

Aileen Rohr, Town Supervisor Joe Marine, Recreation Liaison Emily Svenson, Deputy Supervisor David P. Ray Ken Schneider

More information and updates on special events, concerts, classes, day camps, etc., are posted on the

Town of Hyde Park’s website and Hyde Park Recreation’s Facebook page:

www.hydeparkny.us/Recreation www.facebook.com/hacketthillpark

April 1 - 30

Saturdays

Community Pride Month

Pitch in and clean up your yard, street, and parks. Check with your local organizations for planned clean-up.

Sat. April 7

9 - 10 am

Little League Opening Day

Cardinal Road Field @ Cardinal Road Fire Station (www. hydeparkll.org )

Sat. April 21

1 pm Earth Day 2018

Activities & Recycling “Drop off at the Hyde Park Drive-In”, 10:00 am-2:00 pm. A FREE event: Turn in household items for recycling and redistribution. Learn about maintaining a healthy planet. Enjoy Earth Day activities for kids! Sponsor: NPS

May 19 and May 20

9 am - 4 pm

Town-Wide Tag Sale Sat. & Sun.

Register by May 16. Registration gets your address on the Town-wide Tag Sale Map which will be available on the Town’s website and Facebook page. Cost: $10.00, Mail your check with name and home address: Hyde Park Recreation, 4383 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, N.Y. 12538. Tag Sale Registration Form can be downloaded at: www.hydeparkny.us

Mon. May 28

10 am

Memorial Day Parade

Parade starts at Roosevelt Theater and ends at Town Hall. American Legion will conduct a Memorial Service immediately following the parade. Registration/waiver forms available at: www.hydeparkny.us. Contact: Diane Cullen at 229-8086 Ext. 4.

Sat. June 2 to Oct. 27

9 am - 2 pm

Farmer’s Market Corner of Rt. 9 and W. Market St., Saturdays, 9:00 am - 2:00 pm. June through October https://www.facebook.com/pages/Farmers-Market-In-Hyde-Park/172763596188632 For vendor info. call: (845)229-9336.

Sat. June 2

7:30 am to 4 pm

Hyde Park Trail “End2End” Hike-Walk-Fun Run

Check - in at Vanderbilt Parking. Celebrate National Trails Day by hiking (or running) the Hyde Park Trail. Join us on a 9-mile trek from Top Cottage to Vanderbilt. Bring lunch, water and everything you need for a 9-mile hike. Pre-Registration required as space is limited. For more information visit us at: www.facebook.com/HydeParkTrail

Wed. July 4

10 am

July 4th Parade

Theme: “Celebrating 100 Year Anniversary of Veterans Day” with the American Legion 1303 Post as Grand Marshalls. Parade starts at the Roosevelt Theater and ends at Town Hall for trophies & awards. Registration forms at: www.hydeparkny.us.

Wed. July 11

12 pm

D.C. Senior Citizens Picnic

NEW location of the Annual Picnic will be on the grounds of the FDR Library. Free for residents of Hyde Park. Chicken barbecue is sponsored by the DC Office of the Aging and paid for by the Town of Hyde Park. Invitations will be sent to all registered voters ages 60 and up residing in Hyde Park. RSVP: (845)486–2555.

Sat. Sept. 9

10 am

Horseshoe Tournament Hackett Hill Park, 59 East Market Street. Sponsored by the Rotary Club. To register: Contact Bill Reilly @ (845)849-2452 hpnyrotary.org/index.php/jdir

Tues. Sept 11

6:45 pm

9/11 Memorial Service

Tegtmeier Memorial at Hackett Hill Park, Candlelight Service and donations for local food bank. Contact: 914-475-1335

Sat. Sept. 15

10 am Seth Lyon Volunteer Trail

Work Day

Join us on a volunteer work day along a section of Hyde Park Trail. Wear appropriate clothing and pack the necessary items: you will need (bug repellant, lunch, water). For more information, check our Facebook page: www.facebook.com/HydeParkTrail

Sat. Sept 22

1 pm - 5 pm

Hyde Park “Fall Fest”

Hackett Hill Park— Food and craft vendors, children’s games and activities including: nature hike, cake eating contest, prizes and entertainment. Craft and food vendors pay fee. Looking for sponsors. Contact: (845)229-8086, Ext. 4 FREE Rain Location: FDR High School. For more information: www.facebook.com/hacketthillpark

Sun. Oct 28

2 pm

Halloween Party Hackett Hill Park - Wear your best costume for prizes by the American Legion! Games, pumpkin painting, cider & doughnuts. Sponsored by Hyde Park Recreation. FREE. (Rain Location: Town Hall)

Sun. Dec 2

4:45 pm

Tree Lighting and Candlelight Walk

Join in caroling from the Methodist Church to Town Hall for the Tree Lighting. Then, join us inside for refreshments, Entertainment and a children’s craft table. Event co-sponsors are the Lions Club and the PBA. Candles provided by Rec. Dept.

2018 CALENDAR OF HYDE PARK’S ANNUAL AND SPECIAL EVENTS

“Summer Intern Program” Ages 14 –15: This is a “Counselor in Training” program. Interns will have the opportunity to develop work skills, attitudes and competencies that will assist them in becoming a camp counselor. A three week program designed for young teens to foster leadership skills and volunteerism. Applicant must submit an “Intern Application”.

Go to www.hydeparkny.us for Intern Application or register at Rec Office.

Cost: Member $130, Resident: $140, Non-Resident $150.

Session 1: July 2— July 20, 9:00 am — 4:00 pm

Session 2: July 23 — August 10, 9:00 am — 4:00 pm

2018 Registration Information

Register on line: http://activenet.active.com/hydepark

Send your completed 2018 Registration Form and Medical Information Form to Hyde Park Recreation Dept., 4383 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY 12538 . Or visit us and register in person at Hackett Hill Park, 59 East Market Street.

Early Bird Discount for “Adventure Day Camp”

Residents can take advantage of our “Early Bird” Registration from April 1-30, 2018 for Adventure Day Camp. Early Bird Discounts do not apply to the cost of Memberships, Specialty Camps or Swimming Lessons. Free Camp T-shirt for the first 50 who register!

Payment Policy: All programs require pre-registration. A non-refundable deposit of $25 per child per week is required upon registration. In order to secure your registration, you must pay the balance due 2 weeks before the start of each session. If full payment has not been received by 2 weeks before the start of the session, we have the right to void your registration. Refunds: Refunds are issued only in the case of an extended illness with a doctor’s note. Cancellations: We retain the right to cancel a program due to low enrollment. Refunds will be granted in this case. Returned Check Fee: Our Town is charged a $30 bank fee which will be passed on to the customer. The funds need to be satisfied by certified check, money order, or cash. Please note: There is a $15 fee for changing your registration less than 2 weeks before the start of each session.

2018 Camp Medical Records

All Campers must have a 2018 “Health Information Sheet & Waiver “ with a current immunization record from physician with 2018 Camp Registration Form, Photo Release Form and “Campers Code of Conduct” package . If your child requires medication, you must have your Doctor complete a special signed Medical Release Form. Download forms from: www.hydeparkny/us

2018 YEAR ROUND PROGRAMS Seniors & Adults

SENIORS DROP - IN CENTER: Meets on Mondays (excluding holidays) from 10:30 am - 2:00 pm at Hyde Park Elementary School, Rt. 9. Enjoy card games, bingo, Mahjong and special luncheons with your peers. Age 55 and up.

For more information call the Recreation Office at 229-8086, Ext. 4

“SENIORCISE”: Easy exercises and stretching to music. September through June, Mondays and Wednesday at 9:00 am - 10:00 am at the Senior Center, HP Elementary.

Call Diane Cullen at 229-8086 ext. 4. FREE.

AARP TRIPS: Hyde Park/Rhinebeck AARP offer trips year-round. Members and Non-members are welcome. For an agenda of trips go to:

www.hydeparknyaarp.org

TEENS

TEEN CENTER: Runs the first Friday in Oct., Nov., Jan. & Feb. at the Haviland Middle School. Parents complete Registration and Code of Ethics Forms. Once on file, teens can get their tickets during lunch the Wednesday prior to the Friday at HMS. Registration forms:

www.hydeparkny.us or go to the Hyde Park Recreation Facebook Page.

TEEN ACTIVITY CLUB: A volunteer group for middle school & high school aged students. Attend monthly meetings and volunteer at community events and organize fundraisers for local organizations. Sponsors the Haunted House at Hackett Hill Park.

http://www.facebook.com/hydeparkteenactivityclub Call: 229-8086, ext. 4

COMMUNITY

DOLPHINS MASTERS SWIMMING: An adult swimming program for everyone! From those that are new to swimming, to marathon & tri-athletes looking for training, to lifelong swimmers looking to exercise. Practices are led by USA Swimming registered coaches. Focus on health and fitness. Ages 18 years and older. Mondays—Fridays from 6:00 am to 7:15 am. Located at the Culinary Institute of America (CIA) at 1946 Campus Drive, Hyde Park, NY. https:www.teamunify.com/SubTabGeneric.jsp?team=mrtdsc&_stabid_=151175

or email: Knikolski@yahoo.com

2018 Hyde Park Recreation Adventure Day Camp Summer Registration and Swim Lessons Form

Parent/Guardian Name Day Phone Street Address Evening Phone

Child Name/D.O.B. ______________________________________

Week/ Theme/Dates AM Care? PM Care? Camper’s Name Additional Camper’s Names (OR additional info) Payment Incl. Swim

Week 1 - Stars & Stripes

July 2 - July 6

(1)

Week 2 - Shipwreck

July 9 - July 13

(1)

Week 3 - Disney

July 16 - July 20

(2)

Week 4 - The Mighty Jungle July 23 - July 27

(2)

Week 5 - Winter Wonderland

July 30 - August 3 (3)

Week 6 - Time Travel

August 6 - August 10 (3)

Week 7 - Carnival August 13 - August 17

n/a

Membership (circle) Family of 3 Family of 6 Fee: Total: (including Membership Fee) Youth

Our 2018 Adventure Day Camp runs for seven weeks, from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm, Monday

thru Friday, rain or shine. Children must have completed kindergarten by June 2018, and

can be no older than 13 by the end of the camp week. The camp is located at Hackett Hill,

but older groups may go on walking trips, to the movies, or for ice cream. The camp

provides an opportunity to participate in many fun activities with their peers such as; arts

and crafts, nature, theme, small group activities, swimming, and special events on Fridays.

Hackett Hill is inspected and regulated by The Dutchess County Board of Health. Staff

receive a mandatory pre-season camp training and are certified in CPR and First Aid as

required by law. Early Bird Registration: April 1-30: 10% discount for this day camp.

ADVENTURE DAY CAMP & SWIM LESSONS

Weekly Member Rate: $120

Weekly Resident Rate: $150

Weekly Non-Resident Rate: $175

Weekly Member Rate: $90

Weekly Resident Rate: $120

Weekly Non-Resident Rate: $145

Week 1 (Pro-rated for 4th of July) Week 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 & 7

Extended Child Care Hours

Additional childcare hours are provided at Hackett Hill. Please

pre-register your child by the week prior to camp. All extended care

hour balances must be paid in full at the time of reservation.

Additional AM Care hours run from 7:30 am to 9: 00 am

Weekly Rates: Member: $35 / Resident: $40 / Non-Resident: $45

Additional PM Care hours run from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm

Weekly Rates: Member: $35 / Resident: $40 / Non-Resident: $45

*A late fee for pick-ups after 6PM will be charged to the guardian/

parent at the rate of $5.00 for every 15 minutes.

Detach and return with payment

2018 Recreation Memberships

Membership Packages

Membership privileges will include seasonal entrance to Hackett Hill Pool and reduced rates for summer camps, swim lessons, classes and trips. Proof of residency is required. Membership cards must be shown at entrance to the pool.

Public Swimming Pool

At Hackett Hill

Pre Season Hours Note: We reserve the right not to open the pool if staff is not available.

Weekends: 6/16, 6/17, 6/23, 6/24 12 pm - 6 pm

*Lifeguard Class may use part of the pool on 6/29, 6/30 & 7/1.

Full Season Hours

Weekdays 6/25 thru 6/29 12 pm - 7 pm 7/1 – 8/10 4 pm - 7 pm

Weekends 6/23 - 8/25 12 pm - 6 pm

Youth Non-Resident $10.00 Adult Non-Resident $15.00

Youth Resident $5.00 Adult Resident $10.00

Day Pass Rate

2018 Aquatic Programs and Swim Lessons

Parent and Child Aquatics (6 months - 3 years)

This four week course builds basic water safety skills for both new parents and children, helping infants and young children become comfortable in the water. Classes are 30 minutes. Location: Hackett Hill Pool, Saturday @ 11:00 am

Session 1: Sat. June 23 - July 14

Session 2: Sat. July 2 - August 12

Pre-School Aquatics (4 - 5 years)

This four week course builds basic water safety skills /& skills for children, introducing front & back floats, glide, kicking & breath control. Classes are 30 minutes. Location: Hackett Hill Pool, Saturday @ 10:30 am

Session 1: Sat. June 23 - July 14

Session 2: Sat. July 22 - August 12

Cost per session:

Member: $30

Resident $35

Non-Resident: $45

Cost per session:

Member: $30

Resident $35

Non-Resident: $45

Youth Swim Lessons (5-13 years) Instructors teach American Red Cross lessons. Students build swimming skills and water safety skills. Students will be evaluated on first Monday of each session to ensure we have them in appropriate level. Classes are 35 minutes long.

Classes are scheduled in the mornings between

9 am - 11:30 am.

Session 1: July 2 - July 13

Session 2: July 16 - July 27

Session 3: July 30 - August 10

Cost per session:

Member: $65.

Resident: $70.

Non-Resident: $80.

*Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.*

*May be closed due to inclement weather. *

*Parking in main lot @ Hackett Hill Park.*

Lifeguard Training Class

June 29, 30 & July 1st 9 am - 6 pm Minimum age is 15. Cost: $485.

For more information and registration: www.wmaquatics.com or call: (917)334-8512.

Youth (4-18): $75

Adult: $105

Senior (62+): $55

Single Parent & up to 3 children: $165

Family (up to 6 passes): $280

2018 Hyde Park Recreation Specialty Camp Summer Registration Form

Parent/Guardian Name Day Phone Street Address Evening Phone

Child Name/D.O.B. ____________________________________________

Week AM Care? PM Care? Camper’s Name Additional Camper’s Names (OR additional info) Payment Incl.

Travel 1 Week 3 July 16 - 20

Travel 2 Camp Week 4 July 23 - 27

n/a*

Sports Camp Week 5 July 30 - August 3

Theater Arts Camp

Week 5 July 27 - August 3

n/a n/a

Membership (circle one) Youth Family Fee: Total:(including membership)

SPECIALTY CAMP

Detach and return with payment

Sports Camp: July 30 - August 3 Ages 8 - 13 years. This camp focuses on playing a variety of sports, including basketball, soccer, tennis, kick ball, skateboarding and swimming. In case of rain, one of the HPCSD gyms will be used for indoor activities. Bring tennis racket, bag lunch and drink, hat, sunscreen, swim suit and towel. Campers go for a swim at end of day. Drop off at Pinewoods Park. Pick up at Hackett Hill.

Theater Arts Camp: July 30 - August 3

Campers will participate in a short play or two, while focusing on acting techniques such as stage awareness, character development, and self-awareness on stage. This will primarily be done through acting games and technique building exercises. The experience culminates with a final production on Friday. All supplies are included. 8:30 am —3:30 pm. Please pack a bag lunch, water bottle, and snack.

Travel Camps* Travel 1 July 16 - 20 Travel 2 July 23 - 27

Spend a week going on day trips to unique and exciting adventures. Itineraries for the week will be released as dates become scheduled, so please check our Facebook page, website, and office. Campers will ride in a HPCSD School bus, which will leave shortly after 9:00 am with NO EXCEPTIONS, so please drop off on time. Bring Back-pack, swimsuit & towel, bagged lunch, water bottle, hat and sunscreen. Campers will aim to return by 4:00 but pick up times may be later. Ages 10-14. Must be a deep water swimmer. Rates: Member $205 Resident $215 Non-Resident $265

*In case of inclement weather, trips will be canceled and will not be rescheduled since these arrangements are made in advance

Member $145 Resident $155 Non-Resident $175 Member $140 Resident $150 Non-Resident $175

TOWN PARKS

Reservations for Park Facilities

If you are interested in reserving the use of a park pavilion and park area for your special event, please call either the Recreation Office at 229-8086 or go online to www.hydeparknyt.us/Recreation and down-load the “Facility Use Application” with Terms and 2018 Fee Schedule.

Hackett Hill Park 59 East Market Street: The facilities include swimming pool, pavilion, grill, changing room & restrooms, Disc Golf Course, horseshoe pits, hik-ing trails, fishing, sports fields, and overnight group camping.

Pinewoods Park Pinewoods Road: Skate park, playground, 2 tennis courts, 2 basketball courts, ball field, restrooms, fishing, and Nature Trail. Small pavilion is available for reservation.

Riverfront Park River Road: Adjacent to Historic Hyde Park Train Station. Large pavilion, playgrounds, picnicing. Hyde Park Greenway Trailhead with hiking trail map. Large pavilion available for reservation.

Dinsmore Park Old Post Road, Staatsburg, next to Firehouse- Ball fields, basketball court, gazebo, 2 playgrounds, grill.

Greenfield Park Cream Street & Windmill Lane: Pavilion, picnic tables, handicapped swing, playground, ballfield, pond, fishing.

Beck Park E. Dorsey Lane & Beck Road: Playground, basketball court and multi-purpose field.

Doty Park Doty Lane off W. Market Street: Playground.

Greentree Park Greentree Drive off Route 9G: Ballfield.

With over 32 miles of hiking trails we are a part of the “Hudson River Greenway Trail”. The Trails are managed in partnership by The Town of Hyde Park, the National Park Service, Scenic Hudson Land Trust, Inc., Winnakee Land Trust, Inc., NYNJ Trail Conference and the Mid-Hudson ADK.

VOLUNTEERS!!! WE NEED YOU! We are looking for community groups and individuals who are interested in maintaining the trail system. Adopt-a-Trail and Adopt-a-Kiosk available for scout groups, etc.

Annual Events Include:

“END2END” Walk-Hike-Fun Run on Sat., June 2 Seth Lyon Community Trail Work Day Saturday,

September 25. Follow us on Facebook :

www.facebook.com/Hyde Park Trail For trail maps go to :

www.hydeparkny.us Recreation/Trails

HACKETT HILL DISC GOLF COURSE

Open daily to the public. Park Hours 9 am - Dusk Closed during summer day camp hours of operation:

Mondays - Fridays, July 2 - August 17, 2018, 9 am - 4pm Players must yield to hikers. No alcoholic beverages per Town code. Violators will be prosecuted

to the fullest extent of the law. For information on renting the course for tournament play:

Call 229-8086, Ext. 5