Gloucester Parks, Recreation and Tourism Activities

BEAVERDAM KID’S FISHING TOURNAMENT

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring a fishing tournament for ages 5 to 15 on Sunday June 4 from 7:30 am to 12:30 pm.  Kids must be accompanied by an adult.  Shore fishing, boat fishing and age divisions.  The fee is $15 and the deadline to register is Friday, June 2nd.

TRICKS

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring Tricks for Dogs on Sunday, June 11 from 2:00-3:00 pm at Beaverdam.  The fee is $46 and the deadline is June 4.

PACK WALK

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring Pack Walk for Dogs on Sunday, June 11 from 3:30-4:30 pm at Beaverdam.  The fee is $46 and the deadline is Sunday, June 4th.

THE FULL HIKE

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring The Full Hike (9.5 miles) on Saturday, June 17 at 7:00 am.  It’s a 9.5-mile hike so bring water and snacks.  Wear sturdy shoes and dress for the weather.  The registration fee is $5 and the deadline to register is Saturday, June 10th.

WALK WITH EASE

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring the Arthritis Foundation’s Walk with Ease program, June 19-July 28, at the Stewart Building.  PRT won a grant from the National Recreation and Parks Association to have two instructors trained.  This 6-week program was written specifically for those with arthritis but is a great resource for anyone.  We will meet 3 times per week for an hour.  Sessions include an informational element, stretching, walking, stretching.  Wear comfy shoes and dress for the weather.  Monday/Wednesday/Friday from 9:00-10:00 am.  The fee is $55, which includes the WWE Book and the deadline to register is Monday, June 12th.

CHIPPOKES STATE PARK

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring A Best Years Trip to Chippokes State Park for fossil hunting on Thursday, June 22 from 8:00 am to 3:30 pm.  Bring your lunch.  The fee is $25 and the deadline to register is Thursday, June 15th.

PERFORMING ARTS CAMPS

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is sponsoring two Performing Arts camps, under the direction of Karen Scalf, June 26-29 at T. C. Walker.  A Disney themed camp for ages 7-11, from 9:00 am - Noon and a Girls Musical Theater Show Choir Camp for ages 12-17, from 1:00-4:00 pm.  Registration is $75 and the deadline to register is Monday, June 19th.

 

SPECIALTY INSTRUCTORS

Parks, Recreation & Tourism is seeking individuals that are interested in teaching classes for youth or adults.  Dance, gymnastics, yoga, exercise, crafts, arts, games, knitting, carving, and just about anything else you are interested in sharing.  Visit the county’s webpage and look for job opportunities, all applications must be online.

Remember pre-registration is required for all activities.  For more information on these and other activities call PRT at 804-693-2355, email prt@gloucesterva.info or stop by our office 6382 Main Street.  For online registration visit https://www.gloucesterva.info/civicrec