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Fall/Winter 2023-2024
Activity Guide
MVPARKSWA
Mount Vernon Parks & Enrichment Services Department
Registration & Refund Policies
Registration Policy
Pre-registration required. Complete payment
MUST accompany registration. Program sizes are
limited, and registrations are taken on a first come
first served basis. Programs may be cancelled
due to low registrations or inclement weather; or
combined to attain sufficient enrollment. Please
register early.
Refund Policy
The Mount Vernon Parks & Enrichment Services
Department reserves the right to cancel,
reschedule, or combine activities as needed. A
full refund will be issued if the Mount Vernon
INSTRUCTORS WANTED!
Parks & Enrichment Services Department cancels The City of Mount Vernon Parks &
a program. Registration fee may be transferred Enrichment Services Department is looking
to an upcoming class if available. No credits will for specialty class instructors! From fitness
be left on accounts. All refunds requested by and martial arts to astronomy and gardening,
participants will be less a $10 administration and everything in between! The possibilities
fee, plus any program expenses (shirts, trophies, are endless when it comes to the types of
books, supplies, etc.). No refunds will be given for classes we can offer. If you are interested
amounts $10 or less, unless Mount Vernon Parks
in sharing your area of expertise, contact
& Enrichment Services Department cancels the
us at (360) 336-6215 or forward your class
program. Refund requests must be submitted in
writing a minimum of seven (7) business days proposal ideas to:
before a program is scheduled to begin unless mvparks@mountvernonwa.gov.
otherwise noted in the program description; email We look forward to hearing from you!
is accepted. Staff confirmation of withdrawal is
required. The $10 administration fee is assessed
per registrant, per program. Refunds are not
granted for “no shows”. Please allow up to three
weeks for the processing of any refunds. ARTS COMMISSION
If you have an interest in advancing the arts
Disclaimer This brochure is produced by the City of Mount Vernon community in the City of Mount Vernon,
Parks & Enrichment Services Department, and is for informational
purposes only. The information is subject to change without prior consider joining the Arts Commission.
notification. The classes and programs offered are designed to be useful
and informative. The City of Mount Vernon does not endorse any products Download an application at
or programs that are presented. It is the individual’s responsibility to make
informed decisions regarding the content. Instructors reserve the right to www.mountvernonwa.gov/101/Arts-Commission
evaluate a student’s ability to participate in a program. Not all exercise is
suitable for everyone- always consult your doctor before beginning any Feel free to contact us at
new exercise program. The events/activities listed herin are not sponsored
by the Mount Vernon School District, Burlington-Edison School District, (360) 336-6215 or
or the Sedro-Woolley School District (the Districts). The Districts assume mvparks@mountvernonwa.gov
no responsibility for the conduct or safety of the events/activities. In
consideration for the privilege to distribute these materials, the Districts for more information.
shall be held harmless from any cause of action, claim or petition filed in
any court or administrative tribunal arising out of the distribution of these
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Activity Guide Fall/Winter 2023-2024
How to Register Table of Contents
Registration & Refund Policies............2
Online: Contact Us...............................................3
Visit our website at Volunteer Programs...............................4
www.mountvernonwa.gov/parks and Special Events.........................................5
click the “Online Registration” button.
Search for your desired class or activity
Youth Programs..................................6-9
by name, keyword, or use the activity Exploor Outdoors............................... 10
code listed in this guide. You will need Skyhawks Sports Camps................... 11
an ActiveNet account to register online.
Teen & Adult Programs................12-13
Adult Programs..............................14-19
By Phone: What’s New in Parks....................20-21
Call the Parks & Enrichment Rental Facilities..............................22-23
Services Department at (360) 336-6215
during our regular office hours and we will be happy to Hillcrest Anniversary.......................... 24
help you register over the phone with
credit card payment.
How to Contact Us
In-Person: Mount Vernon Parks &
Visit the Parks & Enrichment Services Enrichment Services Dept.
Department at 1717 South 13th Street between 8am
and 5pm, Monday through Friday. Credit card, cash, Administrative Office
or check payments are accepted in-person. (located at Hillcrest Park)
1717 S. 13th Street
Department Staff: Mount Vernon, WA 98274
Parks and Enrichment Services Director: Jennifer Berner (360) 336-6215
Operations Manager: Sean Corcoran mvparks@mountvernonwa.gov
Sr. Administrative Assistant: Rashel O’Neil www.mountvernonwa.gov/parks
Office Specialist: Tara Small
Office Hours:
Recreation Coordinators: Anna Pearson, Brooke Ahlegian
Monday-Friday • 8am-5pm
Grounds Foreman: Michael Torres
Facilities Foreman: Jose Rodriguez Holiday Closures:
Maintenance Foreman: Reagan Mishler September 4 – Labor Day
Maintenance Utility Operators: John Resetar, Kenny November 11 – Veteran’s Day
Freese, Derrick Brillhart, Pedro Reyes, Nick Volesky, November 23 & 24 – Thanksgiving
Marc Johnson
December 25 – Christmas
Park Maintenance Staff: David Vesely, Mike Kolb,
January 1 – New Year’s Day
Dakota Stone
Youth Graffiti Abatement Program (YGAP) Supervisor: January 15 – Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Angela Kolb February 19 – Presidents’ Day
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Mount Vernon Parks & Enrichment Services Department
Volunteer Programs
Pitch-In for Parks & Trails
Working together as a community to clean
up and beautify a local park is a healthy way
to sneak in some exercise, fresh air, and
goodwill!
Host a Pitch in for Parks Event
Does your business, club, social group,
or organization want to give back to the
community and beautify our local parks? We
are looking for groups to “host” a pitch in for
parks event by selecting a date, a project, and
providing at least 6 volunteers for a 2-4 hour
period. Your event will be open to the public
to join in and help out, and the name of your
group will be listed as the hosts of the event.
Volunteerism makes a huge impact in our
parks, and we appreciate your willingness to
help out!
Email mvparks@mountvernonwa.gov to set
up your event!
MORE VOLUNTEER Volunteer at an Event:
Mount Vernon Parks and Enrichment Services
OPPORTUNITIES Department hosts a variety of events throughout
If you would like to volunteer with us, please the year and we would love to have your help! Assist
email mvparks@mountvernonwa.gov or call with events like Family Fun Nights, Pitch in for
(360) 336-6215 to join our mailing list. Parks and Trails, or our Veterans Appreciation Day.
Adopt a Trail / Adopt a Park:
Become a Steward and care for the land by
removing litter, pulling weeds and invasive
vegetation, and planting native plants that are
healthy for our ecosystem.
Become a Volunteer Naturalist:
If you have passion and curiosity for nature and
the great outdoors, consider volunteering with our
Interpretive Naturalist program. Complete our
Naturalist Training Program and engage with the
public during our new “Ask a Naturalist” days at
various local parks.
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Activity Guide Fall/Winter 2023-2024
Special Events
Friday
January 26, 2024
Skagit Riverwalk Park
Celebrate Veterans Day with
Join in this FREE family event to celebrate
Mount Vernon Parks the beauty of the winter season through
luminaries, music, and other activities. Make
& Enrichment Services.
and bring your own luminary, pick one up on
Check our website at site, or attend to enjoy music, spoken word,
and the beauty of lights against our wonderful
www.mountvernonwa.gov Skagit skies. Learn more about this event and
for upcoming event details. luminary-making workshops at
www.facebook.com/Illuminate.Skagit
Kid’s ChoiceValentine Ball
Saturday, February 3, 2024 6-9PM Hillcrest Park Lodge
Kids – ask your favorite adult out on a date and bring them to our wonderful Valentine Ball.
Dress up in your best attire and enjoy dancing, socializing, photo opportunities, and
sweet treats. We are looking forward to seeing you there!
Ages 17 and under with adult. Purchase tickets in advance. Tickets will not be sold at the door. $5 per person, #6128
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Mount Vernon Parks & Enrichment Services Department
Youth Programs
Big Hitters Instructional Baseball League
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: March 6
*Coaches will contact families with practice day & time AFTER March 20
*Requests for specific practice days and/or times will not be considered
Big Hitters Tee-Ball Age: 3-5 years Big Hitters Coach Pitch Age: 6-8 years
Develop social skills, fine and gross motor skills, Learn fundamentals of fielding, hitting, catching,
and self confidence by learning fundamentals of and sportsmanship while improving skills,
baseball/teeball. Every player bats each inning; 45 confidence, and teamwork abilities. Every player
minute game limit. bats each inning; 60 minute game limit.
Practices: Weekday evenings beginning the week Practices: Weekday evenings beginning the week
of March 25 of March 25
Games: Saturdays, April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18 Games: Saturdays, April 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18
Location: MV City Parks Location: MV City Parks
Instructors: City Staff & Volunteers Instructors: City Staff & Volunteers
Code Date Day Time Fee Code Date Day Time Fee
5961 Mar 25 – May 18 M-Sat Varies $60 5960 Mar 25 – May 18 M-Sat Varies $60
Volunteer Coaches Needed – Registration fee refunded for volunteer coaches
Sponsors Needed - $100 per team with business name on team t-shirts
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Activity Guide Fall/Winter 2023-2024
Youth Programs
Parent and Me Creative Dance
Age: 9 months-3 years
Bring your little one and your imagination to
explore the wonderful world of creative dance while
helping your child improve gross motor functions.
Parent participation is required. (*No class
11/23)
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Mo Olason Min/Max: 6/12
Code Date Day Time Fee
5963 Sept 5-26 Tu 9:30-10am $36
5964 Sept 7-28 Th 9:30-10am $36
5965 Oct 3-31 (5 wks) Tu 9:30-10am $45
5966 Oct 5-26 Th 9:30-10am $36 Preschool Ballet and Tap Combo
5968 Nov 7-28 Tu 9:30-10am $36 Age: 3-5 years
5969 Nov 2-30 Th 9:30-10am $36* A great introduction to both dance styles while
5970 Dec 5-19 (3 wks) Tu 9:30-10am $27 helping your child improve their motor skills,
5971 Dec 7-21 (3 wks) Th 9:30-10am $27 increase cognitive development, and expand their
5972 Jan 9-30 Tu 9:30-10am $36 socialization. Leotard, tights, ballet shoes &
5973 Jan 4-25 Th 9:30-10am $36 tap shoes required. One parent/guardian is
5974 Feb 6-27 Tu 9:30-10am $36 welcome in the classroom for drop off at the start
5975 Feb 1-29 (5 wks) Th 9:30-10am $45 of class and to observe the last 10 minutes of class.
(*No class 11/23)
5977 Mar 5-26 Tu 9:30-10am $36
5978 Mar 7-28 Th 9:30-10am $36 Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Mo Olason Min/Max: 6/12
Code Date Day Time Fee
5980 Sept 5-26 Tu 10:05-10:50am $48
5981 Sept 7-28 Th 10:05-10:50am $48
5982 Oct 3-31 (5 wks) Tu 10:05-10:50am $60
5983 Oct 5-26 Th 10:05-10:50am $48
5984 Nov 7-28 Tu 10:05-10:50am $48
5985 Nov 2-30 Th 10:05-10:50am $48*
5986 Dec 5-19 (3 wks) Tu 10:05-10:50am $36
6080 Dec 7-21 (3 wks) Th 10:05-10:50am $36
5987 Jan 9-30 Tu 10:05-10:50am $48
5988 Jan 4-25 Th 10:05-10:50am $48
5989 Feb 6-27 Tu 10:05-10:50am $48
5990 Feb 1-29 (5 wks) Th 10:05-10:50am $60
5991 Mar 5 -26 Tu 10:05-10:50am $48
5992 Mar 7-28 Th 10:05-10:50am $48
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Mount Vernon Parks & Enrichment Services Department
Youth Programs
Homeschool Ballet and Tap Combo
Age: 8-12 years
Start with the basics and build your dancing skills;
beginners are welcome. Participants must wear
tap & ballet shoes and clothes that are easy
to move in; leotards are optional. Hair must
be pulled back and secured. (*No class 11/23)
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Amy Hansen Min/Max: 3/12
Code Date Day Time Fee
6003 Sept 7-Oct 12 Th 2:15-3:15pm $90
6004 Oct 26-Dec 7 Th 2:15-3:15pm $90*
6005 Jan 4-Feb 8 Th 2:15-3:15pm $90
6006 Feb 22-Mar28 Th 2:15-3:15pm $90
Ballet & Tap Age: 5-7 years
Homeschool Ballet and Tap Age: 6-10 years
Give kids a great foundation of ballet & tap
Introduction to ballet & tap vocabulary, technique,
basics with fun movement and games. We’ll put
and movement skills in a fun and welcoming
it all together while learning a dance routine.
environment. Each class includes both ballet and
Participants must wear tap & ballet shoes
tap instruction. Dress in comfortable clothes
and clothes that are easy to move in; leotards
that are easy to move in; leggings, t-shirts,
are optional. Hair must be pulled back and
leotards, with tap shoes, leather soled ballet
secured. (*No class 11/23)
shoes, and their hair neatly secured.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building Instructor: Amy Hansen Min/Max: 3/12
Instructor: Mo Olason Min/Max: 6/12
Code Date Day Time Fee
Code Date Day Time Fee
6014 Sept 7-Oct 12 Th 4:15-5:10pm $75
5994 Sept 5-26 Tu 11am-12pm $64
6015 Oct 26-Dec 7 Th 4:15-5:10pm $75*
5995 Oct 3-31 (5 wks) Tu 11am-12pm $80*
6016 Jan 4-Feb 8 Th 4:15-5:10pm $75
5996 Nov 7-28 Tu 11am-12pm $64
6017 Feb 22-Mar 28 Th 4:15-5:10pm $75
5997 Dec 5-19 (3 wks) Tu 11am-12pm $48*
5998 Jan 9-30 Tu 11am-12pm $64
5999 Feb 6-27 Tu 11am-12pm $64
6000 Mar 5 -26 Tu 11am-12pm $64
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Activity Guide Fall/Winter 2023-2024
Youth Programs
Ballet & Tap Age: 8-10 years Theatre Jazz Age: 7-10 years
Starting with ballet and tap basics & progressing Focus on theatre & musical training during dance
from there, participants will learn a dance to share instruction and theatre games to learn how to
with parents the last week of class. Participants express emotions on stage. Participants must
must wear tap & ballet shoes and clothes that wear clothes that are easy to move in;
are easy to move in; leotards are optional. leotards are optional. Hair must be pulled
Hair must be pulled back and secured. (*No back and secured. (*No class 11/23)
class 11/23) Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building Instructor: Amy Hansen Min/Max: 3/12
Instructor: Amy Hansen Min/Max: 3/12 Code Date Day Time Fee
Code Date Day Time Fee 6024 Sept 7-Oct 12 Th 6:20-7pm $60
6019 Sept 7-Oct 12 Th 5:15-6:15pm $90 6025 Oct 26-Dec 7 Th 6:20-7pm $60*
6020 Oct 26- Dec 7 Th 5:15-6:15pm $90* 6026 Jan 4-Feb 8 Th 6:20-7pm $60
6021 Jan 4-Feb 8 Th 5:15-6:15pm $90 6027 Feb 22-Mar 28 Th 6:20-7pm $60
6022 Feb 22-Mar 28 Th 5:15-6:15pm $90
Jazz & Funk Age: 6-10+ years
This class is a little bit jazz, a little bit hip hop,
and a whole lotta fun! Participants must wear
clothes that are easy to move in; leotards
are optional. Hair must be pulled back and
secured. (*No class 11/23)
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Amy Hansen Min/Max: 3/12
Code Date Day Time Fee
6009 Sept 7-Oct 12 Th 3:30-4:10pm $60
6010 Oct 26-Dec 7 Th 3:30-4:10pm $60*
6011 Jan 4-Feb 8 Th 3:30-4:10pm $60
6012 Feb 22-Mar 28 Th 3:30-4:10pm $60
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Mount Vernon Parks & Enrichment Services Department
Explore Outdoors Series
Saturdays 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM
FREE events open to the public
OCTOBER 21 Preregistration Required
Creatures of the Night *All youth must be accompanied by an adult
#6123 • Hillcrest Park - Daylight Kitchen
Racoons, bats, and owls are among many nocturnal
creatures that are active during this increasingly dark time
of year. Come learn about these animals and how they December 2
live at night. It’s no coincidence that this program is Welcoming Winter Birds
planned close to Halloween, so prepare to learn
#6124 • Little Mountain - Lower Parking Lot
about some of your favorite
seasonal creepy crawlies! Many of us have learned that birds fly south for the
winter, but did you know that the Skagit Valley is the
warm tropical location that some birds flock to for the
season? Join us to learn about which birds fly here for
the winter and what they love about coming to
Mount Vernon; and participate in a
small restoration project to make the
forest even more welcoming to them.
February 10
Nature Journaling Workshop
#6125 • Hillcrest Park - Daylight Kitchen
Nature journaling is a practice used by naturalists
everywhere to learn about the species they encounter.
In this workshop, participants will explore a variety of
techniques in nature journaling - no artistic skill required.
Materials Provided!
March 9
Signs of Spring
#6126 • Little Mountain - Lower Parking Lot
Join us on a scavenger hunt to tune your awareness to the early signs
of Spring present in the forest. Learn about annual cycles that the
plants, animals, and insects follow, and learn some fun facts about
what the natural world does to “wake up” in the Springtime!
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Skyhawks Sports Camps
Skyhawks Sports Academy is back again to offer a variety of
sports camps and classes for youth of all ages.
Register directly with Skyhawks on their website at
www.skyhawks.com or call 1-800-804-3509.
AGE DAY TIME LOCATION COST
Soccer 5-7 years M 4-4:50pm Hillcrest Park $75
Sept 11 -
Oct 2 Soccer 7-9 years M 5-5:50pm Hillcrest Park $75
Soccer 9-12 years M 6-6:50pm Hillcrest Park $75
Sept 14 - Flag Football 6-8 years Th 4-4:50pm Hillcrest Park $75
Oct 4
Flag Football 9-12 years Th 5-5:50pm Hillcrest Park $75
Sept 15 -
Pickleball 6-9 years F 4-4:50pm Hillcrest Park $75
Oct 6 Pickleball 9-12 years F 5-5:50pm Hillcrest Park $75
Soccer Tots (Cubs) 2-3.5 years Sat 10-10:40am Hillcrest Park $75
Sept 16 -
Oct 7 Soccer Tots (Bears) 3-4.5 years Sat 10:50-11:30am Hillcrest Park $75
Soccer Tots (Grizzlies) 4.5-5.5 years Sat 11:40am-12:20pm Hillcrest Park $75
Oct 16 - Soccer 6-8 years M 4-4:50pm Hillcrest Park $85
Nov 13
Soccer 9-12 years M 5-5:50pm Hillcrest Park $85
Flag Football 6-8 years Th 4-4:50pm Hillcrest Park $85
Oct 19 -
Nov 16 Flag Football 9-12 years Th 5-5:50pm Hillcrest Park $85
Oct 20 - Pickleball 6-8 years F 4-4:50pm Hillcrest Park $85
Nov 17
Pickleball 9-12 years F 5-5:50pm Hillcrest Park $85
Soccer 6-8 years M 4-4:50pm Hillcrest Park $75
Apr 1-22
Soccer 9-12 years M 5-5:50pm Hillcrest Park $75
Flag Football 6-8 years Th 4-4:50pm Hillcrest Park $75
Apr 4-25
Flag Football 9-12 years Th 5-5:50pm Hillcrest Park $75
Pickleball 6- 8 years F 4-4:50pm Hillcrest Park $75
Apr 5-26
Pickleball 9-12 years F 5-5:50pm Hillcrest Park $75
Soccer Tots (Cubs) 2- 3.5 years Sat 10-10:40am Hillcrest Park $75
Apr 6-27 Soccer Tots (Bears) 3- 4.5 years Sat 10:50-11:30am Hillcrest Park $75
Soccer Tots (Grizzlies) 4.5 -5.5 years Sat 11:40am-12:20pm Hillcrest Park $75
*Parent participation required for ages 2-3.5 years.
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Teen & Adult Programs
Adult Beginning Ballet Age: 16+ years
Introduction class including some dance
conditioning to help with balance, flexibility, and
posture. Participants must wear ballet shoes
and clothes that are easy to move in; leotards
are optional. Hair must be pulled back and
secured. (*No class 11/23)
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Amy Hanen Min/Max: 3/12
Tai Chi for Health Age: 15+ years Code Date Day Time Fee
6039 Sept 7-Oct 12 Th 1-2pm $90
Traditional Chinese exercise that has been a daily
prescription for health and longevity for hundreds 6040 Oct 26-Dec 7 Th 1-2pm $90*
of years. Focus on balance, posture, relaxation, 6041 Jan 4-Feb 8 Th 1-2pm $90
breathing, and visual and mental concentration to 6042 Feb 22-Mar 28 Th 1-2pm $90
promote mind and body harmony. Wear loose
fitting clothing.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Bob Shapiro Min/Max: 8/12
Code Date Day Time Fee
6029 Sept 12-Oct 24 Tu 6-7:15pm $85
6030 Oct 31-Dec 12 Tu 6-7:15pm $85
6031 Jan 2-Feb 13 Tu 6-7:15pm $85
6032 Mar 5-Apr 16 Tu 6-7:15pm $85
Tai Chi/Qigong Foundations for
Everybody Age: 15+ years
Simplified and varied series of movements based Flourish Dance (Improv for Groups)
on Qigong & Tai Chi principals. An excellent
Age: 15+ years
introduction for those who are interested in Tai Chi
or Qigong, and practitioners who wish to deepen Flourish is a group dance created and owned
their understanding of Qi. Wear loose fitting by all dancers who agree to 3 flourish values:
clothing. ACCESSIBLE to all level dancers, INCLUSIVE of
any participant, and RESPECTFUL of the history
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Bob Shapiro Min/Max: 8/14
and contributions that inspire the moves. Come
create, laugh, and dance with us!
Code Date Day Time Fee
Location: Hillcrest Lodge
6034 Sept 15-Oct 27 F 10-11:15am $85
Instructor: Jackie Sloan Min/Max: 3/12
6035 Nov 3-Dec 15 F 10-11:15am $85
Code Date Day Time Fee
6036 Jan 5-Feb 16 F 10-11:15am $85
6044 Sept 12-Nov 28 Tu 6-7:30pm $85
6037 Mar 8-Apr 19 F 10-11:15am $85
6045 Jan 9-Mar 12 Tu 6-7:30pm $85
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Teen & Adult Programs
Adult/Pediatric/Infant Basic First Aid/
CPR/AED Certification Age: 12+ years
This four-hour course will train and certify
participants in first aid, CPR, and AED.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building OR
*Hillcrest Lodge
Instructor: Sheila Davis Min/Max: 10/20
Code Date Day Time Fee
6061 Sept 18 M 5-9pm $70*
6048 Oct 18 W 5-9pm $70*
6049 Nov 29 W 5-9pm $70*
6050 Jan 17 W 5-9pm $70
6051 Mar 13 Tu 5-9pm $70 Sunset Sound Bath Age: 13+ years
Delight in the sounds of crystal quartz singing
bowls, chimes, gongs, & other instruments to guide
you into a relaxed state. Come disconnect, breathe,
and reconnect.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Savannah Powers Min/Max: 5/30
Code Date Day Time Fee
6053 Sept 15 F 7-8pm $30
6054 Mar 15 F 7-8pm $30
Starry Night Sound Bath Age: 13+ years
Immerse yourself in the healing vibrations of
singing bowls and gongs, all while enjoying
the ambiance of a starry night with our Galaxy
Projector. Hear and feel sound waves as they flow
throughout the room and guide your mind into a
deeply restful state. The power of sound can help us
achieve tranquility in mind, body, and spirit.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Savannah Powers Min/Max: 5/30
Code Date Day Time Fee
6056 Oct 20 F 7-8pm $30
6057 Nov 17 F 7-8pm $30
6058 Dec 15 F 7-8pm $30
6059 Jan 19 F 7-8pm $30
6060 Feb 16 F 7-8pm $30
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Adult Programs
Beginners Yoga Age: 18+ years Line Dancing for Beginners Age: 16+ years
Come together as one to move and breath, to calm Get up off the couch and let’s have some fun Line
the mind and strengthen the body. This class is a Dancing! No experience, and no partner necessary.
gentle practice where we mindfully work to increase Learn a new dance each week and review what we
range of motion in the joints and ease chronic pain have learned while having some dancing fun! (*No
in the body. Work to build strength, flexibility, class 2/15)
mental clarity and attain balance in the body, mind Location: Hillcrest Lodge OR
and soul. **Hillcrest Recreation Building
Location: Hillcrest Lodge Instructor: Elizabeth Asher Min/Max: 7/30
Instructor: Misty Rydberg Min/Max: 2/15 Code Date Day Time Fee
Code Date Day Time Fee 6064 Sept 7-Oct 26 Th 5:30-7pm $56
6075 Aug 30-Sept 20 W 5:30-6:30pm $60 6065 Jan 4-Feb 29 Th 5:30-7pm $56*
6076 Oct 25- Nov 15 W 5:30-6:30pm $60 6066 Apr 4-May 23 Th 5:30-7pm $56**
6077 Dec 6-27 W 5:30-6:30pm $60
6078 Jan 31-Feb 21 W 5:30-6:30pm $60
6079 Feb 28-Mar 20 W 5:30-6:30pm $60
Adult Tap Age: 18+ years
Learn steps and techniques for tap dance, stay
active and have fun! No previous tap experience
required. Dancers should wear comfortable
clothing and tap shoes. (*No class 11/23)
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Mo Olason Min/Max: 6/12
Code Date Day Time Fee
6068 Sept 7-28 Th 11am-12pm $64
6069 Oct 5-26 Th 11am-12pm $64
6070 Nov 2-30 Th 11am-12pm $64*
6071 Dec 7-21 (3 wk) Th 11am-12pm $48
6072 Jan 4-25 Th 11am-12pm $64
6073 Feb 1-29 (5 wk) Th 11am-12pm $80
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Adult Programs
Beginning Watercolor Age: 18+ years
Learn techniques such as gradient wash, and brush
techniques such as loaded, rolled, and drybrush
to create luminous color effects and, a strong
landscape composition. All materials provided.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Katherine Hovde Min/Max: 5/15
Code Date Day Time Fee
6082 Sept 9 Sat 2-3:30pm $35
6083 Oct 7 Sat 2-3:30pm $35
6084 Nov 4 Sat 12-1:30pm $35
6085 Jan 20 Sat 12-1:30pm $35
Intermediate Watercolor Age: 18+ years
Further develop watercolor technique with attention
to color mixing. Work with values, warm and
cool colors, tips and tricks for placing details that
draw the eye through the painting. Use of tempo
and expressive brushwork will be explored. All
materials provided, at least one beginning
watercolor class required.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Katherine Hovde Min/Max: 5/15
Code Date Day Time Fee
6087 Oct 14 Sat 2-3:30pm $35
6088 Dec 2 Sat 12-1:30pm $35
6089 Feb 10 Sat 12-1:30pm $35
Beginning Landscape Drawing: Town &
Country in the Fall Age: 18+ years
Explore the use of the triangle in your landscape
composition and learn about atmospheric and
linear perspectives. Develop fun pen, ink, and
wash sketches, with pencil, colored pencils, and
conte crayons. Bring to class a landscape that
you photographed or sketched. All other
materials provided.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Katherine Hovde Min/Max: 5/15
Code Date Day Time Fee
6090 Sept 16 Sat 2-3:30pm $35
15Mount Vernon Parks & Enrichment Services Department
Adult Programs
Painting Birds: The Gems of Skagit December Dreams Age: 18+ years
Age: 18+ years Discover a new way to study the mountains and
Depicting birds in art is a truly ancient tradition; stars! Paint a short series of mountain-scapes with
drawing and painting birds immerses you in nature a starry night sky, with a snow cap, and with lush
and suggests symbolic meaning. You will first forest foothills under a bright sun. Learn the brush
sketch the bird with attention to eye, beak, shape technique of loaded brush, wash technique, and
and feathers, then embellish it with transparent atmospheric perspective. Impressionist style study.
watercolor. Bring a picture of your favorite All materials provided.
bird. All other materials provided. Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building Instructor: Katherine Hovde Min/Max: 5/15
Instructor: Katherine Hovde Min/Max: 5/15 Code Date Day Time Fee
Code Date Day Time Fee 6093 Dec 9 Sat 12-1:30pm $35
6091 Oct 28 Sat 2-3:30pm $35
Stormy Seas Age: 18+ years
Explore wet in wet technique, gradient wash,
limited palette, and a touch of masking fluid.
Watercolor paper is used to delve into the all-prima
method of painting seascapes. Explore effects of
various horizon lines, square & rectangular format,
and gradient wash with layers. Bring to class
a picture of your favorite seascape with
horizon. All other materials provided.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Katherine Hovde Min/Max: 5/15
Code Date Day Time Fee
Color and Design for Beginners 6094 Dec 16 Sat 12-1:30pm $35
Age: 18+ years
We celebrate color using water-based media in
watercolor and gouache paint on Bristol paper.
Learn about color theory using simple shapes,
strong negative spaces, and bright and joyous
colors. Bring to class ideas of the story you wish
to paint, by thinking about 3 objects that have
meaning. All materials provided.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Katherine Hovde Min/Max: 5/15
Code Date Day Time Fee
6092 Nov 18 Sat 12-1:30pm $35
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Adult Programs
Wildlife in Skagit Valley Age: 18+ years
The impressionistic medium of watercolor will
create spontaneous work which captures the beauty
& movement of a native creature of your choice.
Starting with an outline you will capture form first,
then detail. Work out your colors in pastel sketch as
a warmup and finish on Fabriano watercolor paper.
All materials provided.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Katherine Hovde Min/Max: 5/15
Code Date Day Time Fee
6095 Jan 27 Sat 12-1:30pm $35
Flores De Colores Age: 18+ years
Watercolor pigments offer the brilliant color and
saturated hues that make the fields and gardens
of Mount Vernon so pretty. A light pencil sketch
will establish preliminary design. Explore brush
technique and palette complementary to tulips,
dahlias, and daffodils. All materials provided.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Katherine Hovde Min/Max: 5/15
Code Date Day Time Fee
6096 Feb 24 Sat 12-1:30pm $35
Tell a Tail Pet Portraits in Water
Based Media Age: 18+ years
Whether a dog, cat, or horse, we will do a portrait!
Three classes in water-based media and animal
portraiture will allow you to develop painting skills
and theme in order to take home a beautiful and
meaningful portrait. Bring a picture of your pet
or an animal. All other materials provided.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Katherine Hovde Min/Max: 5/15
Code Date Day Time Fee
6097 Feb 5-19 M 11am-1pm $90
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Adult Programs
Photographic Fundamentals 1
Age: 18+ years
Learn the basics of your camera and how to use it
to create desired effects. Cover proper exposure,
freezing or creating action in photos, use of correct
shutter speed, lens choice, and composition. Find
your favorite settings for your style of photography
and enhance the stories your pictures can tell.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building OR
*Hillcrest Lodge
Instructor: Brad Weeks Min/Max: 2/10
Code Date Day Time Fee
6099 Oct 4-11* W 6-8pm $45*
6100 Nov 8-15 W 6-8pm $45
6101 Feb 7-14 W 6-8pm $45
Family Photography Age: 18+ years
Photographic Fundamentals 2 Whether you use a phone camera or an
Age: 18+ years interchangeable lens camera, many of the same
techniques apply. Cover how to achieve the style
Learn your camera’s limits and how to stay within
and quality that you desire for family photos. Learn
them. Cover how to shoot in low light and get great
how to use light, composition, and framing to create
results, correct exposure errors, and accent colors
exciting photos.
and subjects. Learn about lens effects and how to
select the right lens for your desired effect. Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Brad Weeks Min/Max: 2/10
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building OR
*Hillcrest Lodge Code Date Day Time Fee
Instructor: Brad Weeks Min/Max: 2/10 6106 Jan 24-31 W 6-8pm $45
Code Date Day Time Fee
6103 Oct 25-Nov 1 W 6-8pm $45 Mobile Photography Age: 18+ years
6104 Jan 10-17* W 6-8pm $45* Whether you want to improve Instagram skills or
6105 Feb 21-28 W 6-8pm $45 simply capture cherished memories, this one day
class will teach you the skills needed to create bold,
crisp images, covering how to hold your phone to
achieve different compositions, use picture elements
to create depth in your images, and how to make
LIKE US ON FACEBOOK focus and exposure corrections.
FOR EVENTS AND CHANGES Location: Hillcrest Lodge
MVPARKSWA Instructor: Brad Weeks Min/Max: 2/10
Code Date Day Time Fee
6017 Sept 27 W 6-8pm $30
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Adult Programs
Puppy Bootcamp Age: 18+ years
Puppies 12 weeks to 10 months will learn doggie
social skills, good manners, and basic commands.
Learn how to handle jumping, nipping and biting,
the best potty-training techniques, and effective and
humane ways to stop bad habits from setting in.
Children 10 and up can attend class with an
adult.
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Carmen Williams Min/Max: 6/8
Small to Medium Breeds:
Code Date Day Time Fee
6109 Sep 20-Oct 18 W 6-7pm $125
6110 Nov 29-Dec 27 W 6-7pm $125
Basic Training Age: 18+ years
Medium to Large Breeds:
Dogs 10+ months will improve focus and recall,
Code Date Day Time Fee learn hand signals and verbal commands for
6112 Sep 30-Oct 28 Sat 11am-12pm $125 sit, down, stay, wait, leave it, and park it. Dogs
6113 Jan 20-Feb 17 Sat 3:30-4:30pm $125 participating in this class should be comfortable
around dogs and people. Children 10 and over
Doggie Middle School Age: 18+ years may attend with an adult.
Review recall, leash walking & handling techniques, Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
introduce target stick training, and demonstrate Instructor: Carmen Williams Min/Max: 6/6
non-verbal ways to communicate. Practice for Code Date Day Time Fee
taking and passing AKC, CGC test. Dogs must have 6118 Dec 2-30 Sat 3:30-4:30pm $140
knowledge of basic commands. Children 10 and
over may attend with an adult.
Doggie Tune Up Workshop Age: 18+ years
Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
Instructor: Carmen Williams Min/Max: 6/8
Puppies and older dogs, who have completed at least
one obedience course, can benefit from this refresher
Code Date Day Time Fee class designed to add distance, duration, and
6115 Nov 5-19 Sun 11am-12pm $75 distractions to previous learned basic skills. Practice
6116 Jan 14-28 Sun 11am-12pm $75 recall, stay, and walking skills, and do some trouble
shooting on problem behaviors. Friendly, socialized
dogs, of any size or age, are welcome. Children 10
INSTRUCTORS and over may attend with an adult.
WANTED! Location: Hillcrest Recreation Building
We are looking for specialty Instructor: Carmen Williams Min/Max: 6/8
class instructors! Contact us Code Date Day Time Fee
at (360) 336-6215 or
mvparks@mountvernonwa.gov
6120 Oct 8 Sun 11am-12:30pm $30
6121 Dec 10 Sun 11am-12:30pm $30
19Mount Vernon Parks & Enrichment Services Department
What‘s New in Parks
RULES OF ENJOYMENT!
The Parks Municipal Code has been updated prompting new park rules signs to be installed in the
parks. Some important changes to be aware of:
Park hours have changed, parks are no longer open from dawn to dusk. Operational hours have been
defined based on the time of year. The new park hours are April 1st – October 31st, 6:00 AM-10:00 PM
and November 1st – March 31st, 7:00 AM-7:00 PM.
All City parks and trails are tobacco-free zones, no smoking or vaping allowed. Young Lungs at Play
signs will be posted at all playgrounds.
Opening or consuming marijuana or alcohol is not allowed in a city park.
We appreciate your help keeping your parks safe. While visiting any park please call 9-1-1 if you see any
unlawful act occurring.
2024
Hillcrest Park
Anniversary Celebration
Celebrate with us in 2024
PROS Plan - Stay Engaged!
Learn more about current planning See back page for details. For more
for our future in Parks & Recreation. information, call 360.366.6215
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25th Street Park Improvement
A BIG THANK YOU to Leadership Skagit
and the Mount Vernon Kiwanis Club
for teaming up to provide additional
improvements at 25th Street Park. A team
from Leadership Skagit adopted 25th Street
Park as their project and partnered with the
Mount Vernon Kiwanis Club to help fund
some of the additional improvements.
The Leadership Skagit group assisted staff
with a lot of the work and coordinated
donations from Peace Health, Skagit Soils,
and Urban Forestry Services/Bartlett
Consulting for soil, plants, and trees for the
new landscaped bed that was installed. The
Mount Vernon Kiwanis Club provided the
funds for a new soccer goal, a new picnic
table and bench, and new fencing behind the
soccer goal.
Leadership Skagit Group Members: Bennett
Massey-Helber, Aeriel Corey, Grant Lee,
Jenna Blade, Laura LeBrun, and Orlando
Macias.
Hillcrest Park Improvement
This Fall work will begin on upgrading
the southeast corner of Hillcrest Park to a
new irrigated regulation size soccer field.
Staff will do the project in-house and is
excited to build this much needed field for
the community.
This improvement will provide an
additional playfield for all levels of soccer
and other sports activities. The field
should be ready for use in Spring of 2024.
21Mount Vernon Parks & Enrichment Services Department
Rental Facilities
INDOOR FACILITIES
Hillcrest Park Lodge Bakerview Park Vaux Hillcrest Park Recreation
3,142 square foot log cabin has Retreat Center Building
an open floor plan, open ceilings Intimate open space, perfect for Open floor plan multi use room
with exposed beams, a large meetings, staff retreats, family with laminate floors, project sink
kitchen, and a gated patio. gatherings, and other small area, and easy access to outdoor
Maximum Capacity: 150 events. grass areas. (Exclusive use of field
Maximum Capacity: 30 not included in rental.)
Maximum Capacity: 30
Maximum Resident & Non-Resident Resident & Non-Resident Security Security
Facility Capacity Non-Profit Rate Rate Non-Profit Rate Rate Deposit Deposit
Mon-Thur Mon-Thur Fri - Sun Fri - Sun No Alcohol Alcohol
Hillcrest Park 150 $45 per hr $55 per hr $55 per hr $65 per hr $300 $750
Lodge (2 hr min) (2 hr min) (10 hr min) (10 hr min)
Hilcrest Park 30 $20 per hr $30 per hr $25 per hr $35 per hr $150 NA
Recreation Building (2 hr min) (2 hr min) (5 hr min) (5 hr min)
Bakerview Park 30 $20 per hr $30 per hr $25 per hr $35 per hr $150 NA
Vaux Retreat Center (2 hr min) (2 hr min) (5 hr min) (5 hr min)
Please contact the Mount Vernon Parks & Enrichment Services Department to reserve these facilities at (360) 336-6215.
FIELD RENTALS
The City of Mount Vernon has athletic
fields available to rent. Fields are assigned
on a priority basis, after review of seasonal
requests. For more information on the field
reservation process, please contact our office
at mvparks@mountvernonwa.gov or by
calling (360) 336-6215.
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OUTDOOR FACILITIES
Outdoor shelters are available for rent April-October each year. (No rentals from November-March.) Shelters
offer various amenities, such as picnic tables, lights, and electricity and are the perfect setting for a birthday
party, baby shower, family picnic, and more!
Lions Park Shelter Hillcrest Park Hillcrest Park
Maximum Capacity: 20 Southside Shelter North View Shelter
Maximum Capacity: 20 Maximum Capacity: 20
For more information on
rental facilities or to reserve
space for your event,
contact our office at
(360) 336-6215 or email
mvparks@mountvernonwa.gov
Hillcrest Park Gazebo Hillcrest Park
Maximum Capacity: 50 Daylight Kitchen
Maximum Capacity: 40
Maximum Resident Non-Resident Amenities
Park Capacity Rate Rate
8 tables
Hillcrest Park Gazebo 50 $50 $75 lights/electricity
6 tables
Hilcrest Park Daylight Kitchen 40 $50 $75 electricity
2 tables
Hillcrest Park North View Shelter 20 $35 $50 electricity
2 tables
Hillcrest Park South View Shelter 20 $35 $50 electricity
Lions Park Shelter 20 $35 $50 2 tables
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Hillcrest Park
POSTAL CUSTOMER
Anniversary Celebration
Share a Special Memory
Do you have a special memory related to
Hillcrest Park? We would love to hear
from you!
• Attended an end of school playday
• Came to the petting zoo when it was
operational
• Celebrated a memorable occasion
• Hiked the trails
• Volunteered
• Attended a class/program at the park
Hillcrest Park is one of Mount Vernon’s flagship
parks and has played a role in many people’s
lives over the past 100 years! Share your special
memory by sending us an email or give us a call.
You could be featured in a video commemorating
Hillcrest Park through the years.
100 Year Celebration
Planning Committee
If you would like to be involved with planning
all the fun activities for the celebration, give
the parks office a call so we can invite you to
the next planning meeting.
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