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Amherst Recreation
Your Guide to Summer Recreation
              2021
Amherst Recreation Your Guide to Summer Recreation 2021 - AmherstMA.gov
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               Summer 2021 Recreation Guide
                                                           Amherst Recreation

                              Contents                                                                                    You can REGISTER...
Message from our Director....................                                                         We accept registrations on a first-come, first-serve
                                                                                                      basis until the maximum number of persons per
Logo Reveal............................................                                               program is reached. We must receive complete
                                                                                                      payment (including nonresident fees) at the time
 Aquatics.................................................                                            of registration. If the program has filled, we will
                                                                                                      place your name on our waiting list. Early registra-
In-Person Programs..............................                                                      tion helps us reach the minimum class numbers and
Cherry Hill Golf......................................                                                ensures your space in a popular class.
Summer Camp........................................                                                                                             Online
Summer Sports......................................                                                  Register online at www.AmherstMaRec.org to register 24
                                                                                                                     hours a day, 7 days a week.
                                                                                                             We accept VISA, Mastercard, and Discover.
Policies & General Information.............
Registration Form..................................                                                                                      By Phone
Town Facilities........................................                                                                               (413)259-3065
Facilities Map..........................................                                             Call us during our office hours, Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-
                                                                                                    4:30 p.m, and leave a message on our voicemail. A registrar
                                                                                                     will return your call within 24 hours to take questions and
                                                                                                                     payments over the phone!

      Amherst Recreation Commission                                                                                                            By Mail
                          Meg Rosa- Chair                                                            Send the registration form along with a check payable to
                         Stephanie Jackson                                                          the Town of Amherst. Upon receipt of your mail-in registra-
                          Becky Demling                                                              tion form and fee, you will be enrolled (space permitting).
                           Youssef Fadel
                         Victor Nunez-Ortiz                                                                         For the fastest response please email us:
                           Sarah Marshall                                                                                     rec@amherstma.gov

 Contact Us:
        GENERAL INFORMATION:
        Registration............................................................................................. ....rec@amherstma.gov...........................259-3065
        Cancellation Line......................................................................................................................................................259-3066
       ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF:
        Director...............................................................Barb Bilz........................... bilzb@amherstma.gov.........................259-3138
        Operations Manager, Adult & Youth Ed..............Donna Woods...................woodsd@amherstma.gov....................259-3285
        Registration & Marketing Coordinator................Marion Jordan.................. jordanm@amherstma.gov...................259-3186

        PROGRAMMING STAFF:
        Afterschool Site Coordinator (Crocker Farm).....Grace Marczuk................. marczukg@amherstma.gov.................259-3177
        Aquatics . ...........................................................Diana Fordham.................fordham@amherstma.gov...................259-3230
        Adult Sports, Youth Sports, Cherry Hill Golf Course
        Sports Camps....................................................Nick Walas........................ walasn@amherstma.gov.....................259-3144
        Special Events, Camps, Outreach.....................Nicole Abelli...................... abellin@amherstma.gov......................259-3151
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                                                   Message from our Director...
Amherst Recreation

Where has the time gone? After 21 years working for the Town of Amherst, I will be retiring this spring.
These past four plus years as Amherst Recreation’s Director, have been the most rewarding in my career.
I am extremely grateful for the incredible opportunity I have had to serve our community.

While I will miss my fabulous staff, Commission members, volunteers, and colleagues, I am very much looking for-
ward to the next chapter in my life.

Thank you to everyone for your on-going support. Together we have accomplished amazing things and I’m proud to
say that Amherst Recreation is well positioned for future success.

Thank you again for an incredible 21 years!
Barb Bilz, Director

                                   Our new Logo
         The Story and the Artist
         Thank you to all the contributing artists who submitted their work for our Logo Search. We narrowed down the
         entries to a Top 5 with our Commission voting for their favorites. Next, we asked YOU what you thought. You all
         voted and picked our winning design. We’d like to thank our very own Camp and Outreach Coordinator, Nicole
         Abelli for designing a logo that truly encompasses what we do and who we are.
         Thank you!

GIVE The Gift of Recreation
We are now selling Amherst Recreation Gift Certificates. Our Gift
Certificates are available for purchase online anytime or by sending
a request to rec@amherstma.gov

We believe that Recreation is for ALL
Families who live in Amherst may qualify to receive financial assistance toward youth
programming. Our fee subsidy program has helped many of our friends and neighbors
participate in programs that truly enrich the lives of their children. To see if you qualify,
please submit your fee subsidy application by visiting our website and completing the
form. Submit to rec@amherstma.gov
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Remote and In-Person Recreation Highlights
  Stay Connected                                 Stay Active                                    Stay Social
  Meet us over on our YouTube                    Tee up your Cherry Hill Golf Mem-
  channel for science, stories, cook-            berships and get your Summer
                                                                                                The Hiking and Photo Project is a
  ing and more! Plus, our Resource               Swimming Pool Memberships
                                                                                                great way to get outside and take
  and Activities Page has some great             started today!
                                                                                                stock of our good fortune of living
  ideas too. You can find it on our
                                                 Get outside and try our                        in such a beautiful area.
  website!
                                                 Outdoor Qi Gong with Natalie.
  Budding young scientists can join
                                                 Kids can get their game on with
  our Mad Science classes in person
                                                 our Summer Sports Clinics for
  this summer!
                                                 grades K-12.

Amherst Rec. Connects with you!

                            • Scan the code to check out our YouTube channel! We conduct science experiments, read engaging chil-
                            drens’ books, cook fun recipes, practice skills & drills for athletes of any game, and even do fitness routines that
                            can motivate everybody!

• Scan here to get to our website. There you’ll find tons of recreation resources! Facilities, Programs, Inspriration
for arts & crafts projects, Town Planning Projects, Useful Family Guides for staying home and staying safe and
MORE!

Hiking and Photography Project
The best show is the one Nature presents! While you’re out enjoy-
ing nature, show us what you find beautiful, unusual or interesting.
Submit your photo to us by June 4th and be entered into a raffle
contest. The lucky winner will receive $100 Amherst Recreation
Gift Certificate.

Details: All entries received by June 4th will be entered into a raffle. All entries
must include your name, where you took your photo, home address, phone
number and of course your email. We will draw the raffle winner LIVE on our
Facebook on Monday, June 7th. One entry per household allowed.
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                                           Outdoor Aquatics                   Stay Cool and Splash Around with us!
Amherst Recreation

     Mill River Recreation Area         War Memorial Pool                   Groff Park Spray Pad
     Pool and Wading Pool
                                        Community Field                     Mill Lane
     Montague Rd.
                                        Mattoon St. (in front of High       Open June 19-September 7
     Ph: 413-549-6875                   School
                                                                            9:00 AM - 7:30 PM Daily
     Open June 19-September 7           Ph: 413-362-9256
                                        Open June 26-August 22

Mill River & War Memorial Hours
 Swim Type                          Monday – Friday                    Saturday - Sunday
 Adult Lap                          10 am - 1 pm                       11 am - 1 pm
 Open Swim                          1 pm - 7:30 pm                     1 pm - 6 pm
 Mill River Wading Pool             10 am - 7:30 pm                    11 am - 6 pm

Daily Admission
 Admission Type                     Amherst Residents                  Non-Residents
 Adult                              $4                                 $5
 Youth / Senior                     $3                                 $4

Pool Membership Information
Pool memberships may be purchased at the pool during operational hours or through the Amherst Recreation office and
are good for the following dates:

 Membership                                          Valid Dates
 Full Summer                                         June 19 - September 7
 First Half Summer                                   June 19 - July 28
 Second Half Summer                                  July 28 - September 7

 Type                                    Full Summer                        Half Summer
 (Amherst Resident) Family* (Two+)       $209                               $129
 (AR) Adult                              $129                               $85
 (AR) Seniors (62+) / Teen (13-18)       $109                               $75
 (Non-Residents) Family* (Two+)          $219                               $139
 (NR) Adult                              $139                               $95
 (NR) Seniors (62+) / Teen (13-18)       $119                               $85
*Family membership includes only those who live in your household.
LAP SWIM - Lap Swim by Reservation or by Space Available (Limit ½ hour per swimmer). All lap swimmers must contact
the pool at which they wish to swim to make a reservation. Maximum number of swimmers per lane: one swimmer per
lane.
YOUTH SWIM LESSONS - Due to Covid restrictions we will not be offering swim lessons during the month of June. We are
hopeful that the restrictions will ease and we will be able to offer lessons sometime in July.
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                                           In-Person Recreation
                                                                                                      Amherst Recreation

                                 Located at 323 Montague Road, in Amherst,
                                 Cherry Hill Golf Course is a 9-hole municipal
                                 facility set on some of the most beautiful
                                 land that the Connecticut River Valley has to
offer. The course features ponds, wetlands and a wide variety of trees, birds
and wildlife. From the upper course tee boxes, fairways and greens, players
enjoy a scenic view of the Berkshire Hills. Check our website for information
about Tournaments, Memberships, Leagues, Clinics and more! Come play
the Hill soon!

Youth Golf Clinic with Leo Desmarais (Age 8-14)
This program for boys and girls will emphasize the fundamentals of golf: grip, stance, swing, putting and the mental
approach to the game. Participants are encouraged to bring their own clubs, but some equipment will be available.
Dates: 8/2/2021 - 8/6/2021
When: Monday-Friday 9:00 am -12:00 pm
Meeting at Cherry Hill Golf Course
Fee: $189 residents/$199 non-residents

Qi Gong with Natalie Imbier (Adult Health & Wellness)
Gong (pronounced CHEE GONG) is a holistic system of cultivating and balancing the body’s internal energy, called Qi. This mind-body awareness exercise is
composed of gentle stretching and flowing exercises, rhythmic breathing and meditation. Enjoy greater flexibility, strength, balance, and vitality as well
as decreasing stress, tension, and stiffness.
Dates: 7/7/2021 - 8/11/2021
When: Wednesdays 9:30 am - 10:30 am
Meeting Outdoors at Kiwannis Park
Fee: $99 residents/$109 non-residents

Summer ArtVentures for Kids
Paired with Mad Science for a Full Day Option!
(Youth Enrichment - Age 5-12)
With a dash of whimsy and a dollop of fun, we help art explorers think creatively about art and the amazing role it plays in our wonderful world! ArtVen-
ture’s talented instructors provide unique and original art experiences using quality art materials. Inspires children to create art that is uniquely their own.
Fosters creativity through exposure to a variety of art tools, techniques and materials. Programs include T-shirt creations and 2 or 3 awesome works of art
each day.
Dates: Five 1-Week Sessions - 7/5/2021 - 8/6/2021
When: 9:00 am - 12:000 pm, Monday-Friday
Meeting Outdoors at Mill River Pavilion (85 Montague Rd., Amherst)
Fee: $170 for half day $290 for full day! All materials included
REGISTRATION LINK:
https://westnewengland.madscience.org/parents-register-c.aspx

                              We require masks to be worn to ALL In-Person Programming
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                                                Summer Camp 2021
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                          Fun in the Sun Summer Day Camp                                                            Bizzy Bees
                                                                                                                   4.10-6 years
            Bizzy Bees                                                                                            Epic Explorers
Week A,& C- G | 8:30 am-4:00 pm $241 | 8:30-5:00pm $277                                                            7-12 years
Week B (short week 4th of July observed) | 8:30 am-4:00 pm $195 | 8:30-5:00pm $232

            Epic Explorers
Weeks A,& C-G | 8:30 am-4:00pm $224 | 8:30-5:00pm $245
Week B (short week 4th of July observed) | 8:30 am-4:00pm $185 | 8:30 am-5:00pm $200

A Message from the Camp Director -
Dear Family and Friends of the Community,
We are excited to announce that Amherst Recreation (formally LSSE) will be returning this summer with a New and Improved
Summer Day Camp! Time Travelers, Around The World, and Welcome to The Jungle are just a few of the themes we will be an-
ticipating this summer. Once the themes and dates of the program are revealed in detail you may notice a few changes, these
were made in accordance with CDC, government, and local health official guidelines. Group sizes will be smaller to ensure
safety, social distancing, and possible contact tracing precautions. Due to these group size restrictions, we will be unable to run
our anticipated CIT (Counselor in Training Program ) this summer. However, we do plan on running that program in the sum-
mer of 2022. So stay tuned! Some of our beloved camp events where parents/guardians had been invited in the past will be
revamped in the interest of safety during the COVID-19 pandemic. All parents/ guardians will be notified if they will be allowed
to attend these events per our local Health department’s recommendations. We are anticipating that we will be spending the
majority of the time outdoors with new fun and exciting games and activities! Please know that the Camp Program Directors
are continuously working on staying up to date on guidance from the CDC, local and state government. All camp staff will be
trained extensively in Covid-19 preparedness and general camp safety procedures. We realize that in our ever-changing envi-
ronment our programming has the potential to be modified in the interest of safety. Camp Directors and staff will continue to
strive to maintain excellence in contributing to a fun and fantastic camp experience!
We greatly look forward to seeing familiar faces and new ones as we enter the 2021 camp season!
Warmly,
Nicole Abelli

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
•       FINANCIAL AID APPLICATIONS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE AS NOT TO DELAY YOUR
ABILITY TO REGISTER YOUR CAMPERS. PLEASE NOTE WE CAN ONLY ACCEPT THE FULL LONG FORMS FOR FEE SUB-
SIDY. (AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE OR BY REQUEST – REC@AMHERSTMA.GOV)

•      MEDICAL AND PERSONAL CAMPER INFORMATION WILL BE COLLECTED USING A NEW ELECTRONIC SYSTEM.
EPACT WILL AUTOMATICALLY EMAIL A REQUEST TO REGISTER YOUR FAMILY.

•         TRANSPORTATION IS NOT AVAILABLE TO OR FROM CAMP THIS YEAR

•         REGISTRATION IS OPEN ONLINE 24/7 VIA OUR NEW REGISTRATION SYSTEM

                         We require masks to be worn to ALL In-Person Programming
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                                   Summer Camp 2021
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Dates and Themes -
Week A: Camp Kick-off: June 28th-July 2nd
We are here to start the summer season off right with as much fun as possible with our Camp Kick-Off Week!!! Camp-
ers will enjoy a week of water games, relays, amazing art projects, fantastic summer activities, and much, much
more!
Week B: Welcome to the Jungle: July 6th-July 9th (No Camp July 4th)
Tame your boredom with our animal and nature week. We will capture the animal and nature lovers in all of us
through animal experiences and onsite nature trips. We will also be visited by the amazing live animal presentation
hosted by Animal Adventures!
Week C: Wacky Water: July 12th-July 16th
Bathing suits and towels are necessities for this week of camp with the fun and exciting water activities that are in
store for each day. Water Relays and sprinkler games are just a few events for campers to look forward to, along with
much more!
Week D: Around the World: July 19th- July 23rd
This week we will travel the world in 5 days experiencing foreign cultures, food, values, activities, arts, and languag-
es! This year we’ll be exploring Bangladesh, Greece, Morocco, and Taiwan. This around the world adventure will be
wrapped up with our Multicultural Festival. In the interest of safety, we will be looking to bring this beloved event
outdoors! In the event of inclement weather, we will record the camper’s performances and provide a link only to the
parents who registered the child. Each child will bring home a goodie bag of snacks and treats from these countries,
including an around the world cookbook so you and your family can enjoy some of these great dishes in the comfort
of your own kitchen.
Week E: Challenge Week: July 26th- July 30th
This week is all about Sportsmanship, Relationship Building, and Friendly Competition. The entire camp will be split
into 2 teams, RED and BLUE, earning points and showing off team spirit and pride. Olympic games, capture the flag,
treasure hunts, and many other activities where teams go head to head in some friendly competition. Each team’s
points will be kept track of on a large display board that campers will be able to see throughout the day. That Friday,
a winner will be announced and all campers will come together and participate in our Team purple Celebration!
Week F: Time Travelers: August 2nd- August 6th
The theme for this week is Time Travel! We will travel back in time, into the future, and everywhere in between
through a series of activities, games, cooking, art projects, and adventurous scavenger hunts. Some of the periods of
time we plan on exploring are Alkebulan Africa, Georgian Era Britain, The Ottoman Empire, Revolutionary America,
and ending the week in the Wild West!
Week G: Carnival Week: August 9th- August 13th
This final week is all about being goofy, having fun, celebrating all of the lasting relationships we have made through-
out the summer! Each day campers will come in dressed as a theme and engage in activities that match up with
those themes. Then on Friday, the kids will enjoy our annual Camp Carnival complete with games, prizes, dancing,
and yummy concessions! This year our Camp Carnival event will be conducted outdoors under tents for adequate
social distancing and to ensure the safety of our staff and campers. The Themes Days are as follows: Pajama day,
Retro/Fancy day, Twin Day, and Costume day.
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Baseball Clinic with Greg Vouros (Age 8-12)                                        ALL BASKETBALL CLINICS MEET AT THE AMHERST HIGH SCHOOL
                                                                                   GYM
This clinic is for boys and girls who want to learn and/or improve on the
fundamental skills of pitching, batting, fielding, and position play. The clinic   Footlocker Basketball with Dennis Jackson (Age 8-17)
is a perfect complementary program for those children already involved in
                                                                                   FOR ALL SKILL LEVELS. Basketball is a skilled game with intensive play. We will assist
league play and/or for those who are interested in refining their skills.
                                                                                   participants in all aspects of the game. The basketball skills taught (shooting, ball handling,
Dates: 6/28/2021 - 7/2/2021
                                                                                   passing, and defense) will elevate your game dramatically and teach the essential tools
When: Monday-Friday 9:00 am -12:00 pm                                              needed to uplift your play in this fast-paced game today. Each participant will receive a camp
                                                                                   tee shirt, team picture, and certificate. Footlocker Basketball ends at 2:00 p.m. on Fridays.
Meeting at Community Field                                                         Dates: 7/19/2021 - 7/23/2021
Fee: $189 residents/$199 non-residents                                             When: Monday-Friday 9:00 am -12:00 pm
Ultimate Frisbee Clinic with Tiina Booth (Age 10-15)                               Fee: $189 residents/$199 non-residents
Whether you are brand new to the sport or have some playing experience,            Blue Chip Basketball with Dennis Jackson (Age 8-17)
we offer a clinic that matches the player’s level of interest and skill. Ulti-     FOR MORE ADVANCED PLAYERS. The Blue Chip Basketball is designed for more advanced
mate Frisbee is a non-contact sport that combines the fast-paced action            players ages 8-17 years old who are inspired to become one of the best at their position.
of soccer with skills and strategies similar to basketball and football. Learn     We specialize in basketball skills development for youth focusing on: dribbling, shooting,
basic throws, defensive skills and offensive patterns through drills, exercis-     rebounding, defense, and passing with excellent in-game competition. You will learn how
                                                                                   to get prepared to make your suburban, travel, AAU, seventh and eighth grade, JV or high
es, and actual games. Each participant should bring cleats, a water bottle         school varsity teams. Each participant will receive a “Blue Chip” tee shirt, team picture, and
and snack, and will receive a clinic disc and shirt.                               certificate. Blue Chip Basketball ends at 2:00 p.m. on Fridays.
Dates: Two 1-week Sessions - 6/28/2021 - 7/9/2021                                  Dates: 8/2/2021 - 8/6/2021
When: Monday-Friday 9:00 am -12:00 pm                                              When: Monday-Friday 9:00 am -12:00 pm
Meeting at Groff Park                                                              Fee: $189 residents/$199 non-residents
Fee: $189 residents/$199 non-residents                                             Complete Player Basketball with Jamahl Jackson (Age 7-16)
Ace Tennis with Jamie Morrell (Age 5-18)                                           Complete player basketball is a co-ed basketball clinic with a wellness component for
                                                                                   players. Build skill and confidence through instruction, mastering the fundamentals and live
The ACE Tennis program is designed for new players and those looking to            play. The Wellness component of the clinic incorporates daily exercises/stretching to improve
improve their current racquet skills. Players will learn and review ground         strength, balance, elasticity, with a lot of focus on the body’s core. We value respecting our
strokes, volleys, overheads, and serves, scorekeeping, and the basics of           bodies, getting daily exercise, making healthy choices when eating. We send our players
singles and doubles court positioning. These skills will be put to the test        home at the end of the week with the tools to continually improve their basketball skills and
in a fun environment through various games and contests. Participants              their overall mind & body.
should wear t-shirts, shorts, tennis shoes, and bring their own rackets and
                                                                                   Dates: 7/26/2021 - 7/30/2021
water bottles. Tennis rackets can be provided on a request basis only.
Dates: Five 1-week Sessions - 7/5/2021 - 8/6/2021                                  When: Monday-Friday - 9:00 am -12:00 pm

When: Monday-Friday - 9:00 am - 10:00 am - AGE 5-7, 9:00 am                        Fee: $189 residents/$199 non-residents
-12:00 pm - AGS 8-18
                                                                                   Flag Football Clinic with Chris Ehorn (Age 6-12)
Meeting at Amherst Middle School Tennis Courts                                     Learn the game of football through non-contact drills, challenges and games for both girls
Fee: AGE 5-7 - $79 residents/$89 non-residents, AGE 8-18 - $189                    and boys. This clinic will provide a beginner and recreational approach to the game for
residents/$199 non-residents                                                       children interested in learning or improving in the sport of football. The flag football concept
                                                                                   allows for children to learn and develop skills and concepts in a safe and fun setting. Cleats
Boys Lacrosse with Charlie Edwards (Age 7-12)                                      are recommended.
The clinic will focus on the fundamentals of lacrosse, including: stick            Dates: 7/26/2021 - 7/30/2021
protection; ground balls; throwing and catching; footwork; and shooting            When: Monday-Friday 9:00 am -12:00 pm
on goal. Learn and improve your stick skills and understand basic strategies
of the game through team play and stimulated games. Participants should            Meeting at Community Field
bring their own lacrosse stick, helmet, pads, and water bottle to the clinic.      Fee: $189 residents/$199 non-residents
Dates: 7/19/2021 - 7/23/2021
                                                                                   SMAC Track with Sydney Henthorn (Age 6-14)
When: Monday-Friday - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
                                                                                   Boys and girls of all abilities can participate in the Sugarloaf Track Clinic. Learn the funda-
Meeting at Amherst High School Lacrosse Field
                                                                                   mentals of track & field events and test them out in action.
Fee: $189 residents/$199 non-residents                                             Dates: 8/2/2021 - 8/6/2021
                                                                                   When: Monday-Friday - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
                                                                                   Meeting at Amherst High School Track
                                                                                   Fee: $189 residents/$199 non-residents
                                        We require masks to be worn to ALL In-Person Programming
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                 Policies and General Information
 Personal Information Online, by Phone & by Mail
 Customers purchasing tickets and registering for programs and classes are added to our Amherst Recreation database
 automatically and will receive information by mail regarding our programs, classes, events and performances. Customers
 transacting business with us online will also be added to our email list and may receive emails about our programs,
 performances and classes. Please note you may opt out of the mail or email list if you contact our registration desk by phone
 (413) 259-3065 or by email. Once you have opted out of these lists you will permanently be removed from the email list
 but will be added to the mailing list whenever you purchase tickets or register for a program. Amherst Recreation does not
 sell, lease or rent its email list to third parties. Amherst Recreation is a municipal department within the Town of Amherst.
 In situations where personal or identifying information is submitted (i.e. email messages or forms), this information will
 not be released unless required to do so by the Massachusetts Public Record Law. With certain exceptions, emails and
 letters to Town officials and departments are public documents under State law.

 Fee Reduction Program
 Amherst Recreation and the Amherst Recreation Commission recognize that the charging of fees for programs may place
 such an economic hardship on some individuals that they are unable to participate. For that reason, Amherst Recreation
 ensures that all programs are available at a reduced rate to qualified Amherst residents (certain restrictions will apply). Visit
 our website to apply.

 Insurance/Liability
 Many recreation activities have inherent risks associated with participation. Amherst Recreation is not able to provide
 accident or hospitalization insurance ance for program participants. Therefore, all participants are strongly advised to have
 adequate personal coverage. Participation in all department programs shall be at the registrant’s own risk.

 No Smoking Policy
 Please be aware that smoking is prohibited in school buildings and on school grounds at all times. Smoking is also prohibited
 in town buildings.

 Nonresident Fee
 Some Amherst Recreation administrative and programmatic costs are covered by Amherst tax dollars. Therefore, those
 who are not residents of Amherst will be assessed a $10 surcharge for each program in which they register.

 Photographs of Activities
 Occasionally, Amherst Recreation will have a photographer take pictures of our programs for use in our program guide,
 website and other media. If you or any member of your family are a participant of a program and DO NOT wish to have
 your picture used by Amherst Recreation, please contact our office before the end of the program.

 Postponements and Cancellations
 In instances of bad weather during the day or on weekends, announcements regarding program cancellations will be available
 after 4:30 p.m. at the Amherst Recreation office, (413) 259-3066. If there is insufficient registration or other reasons to
 prevent an acceptable presentation of an activity, Amherst Recreation reserves the right to cancel a program.

 Refunds
 Ticket purchases are non-refundable. For Programs or class registrations: All refund/transfer requests MUST be made in
 writing. All cancellations/transfers are subject to a $10 processing fee. If Amherst Recreation makes the decision to cancel
 a class for any reason and we are unable to make up the class, we will issue partial account credit for cancelled class
 sessions.

 Inclusion & Accessibility
 Requests for special needs accommodations must be made in writing, email, or faxed three weeks prior to the start of a
 program. We will do our best to successfully accommodate your need. Questions? Contact: Barb Bilz at (413) 259-3138;
 email: bilzb@amherstma.gov.
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                           Town Facility Guide
   Town Recreational Facilities Town             Public Schools         with
                                                   Amenities
        Cherry Hill Golf Course     Amherst Regional High School
       Mill River Recreation Area  Amherst Regional Middle School
   Community Field & War Memorial  Crocker Farm Elementary School
      Recreation Recreation Area
               Kiwanis Park          Wildwood Elementary School
       Groff Park and Spray Pad      Fort River Elementary School
              Kendrick Park
              Sweetser Park       UMass Facilities used by the
                                                Town of Amherst
        Plum Brook Athletic Fields               Bowker Auditorium
       Other Town Facilities
        Bangs Community Center                    Tennis Courts
         Munson Memorial Library       Mill River Courts open April-October
            The Jones Library          Sunrise-Sunset | First Come first serve
        The North Amherst Library               Middle School Courts
                                      Contact   Amherst Regional Athletics   for
                                                 schedules and conflicts

  Town Conservation Areas, See:
  https://www.amherstma.gov/1279/Conservation-Areas-Ecological-Management

  For a complete list of addresses, maps and amenities please see our website:

  https://www.amherstma.gov/1415/Facilities
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     Plum Brook Athletic Fields

      The Town of Amherst and its mapping contractors assume
      no legal responsibility for the information contained herein.

                                                                       Handicap
                                      Facilities- Locations                                                                                                                                               Amenities
                                                                      Accessibility
                                                                                      Fields        Bus Route Pools/Wader Playground Conservation Trails Bike Trails Access Pavilions Basketball Court Tennis Court Restrooms Picnic Area/Gril
                  Amherst Regional High School                             x            x               x                                                                                    x                           x
                  Amherst Regional Middle School                           x            x                          x                                                                         x              x
PRSRT STD
Amherst Recreation            U.S. Postage
                                  PAID
  170 Chestnut St., Suite 1   Permit No. 15
    Amherst, MA 01002         Amherst, MA

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