Come and enjoy our final Acoustic Night of the summer at our scenic Lakeside Pavilion. This series will highlight some of the great local musical talent we have in the area. Program is held rain or shine.
Session 7 (November) will be held in Garmany Hall.

Come and enjoy some great local music at the Lakeside Pavilion. The music is always excellent, and it is a great time to enjoy the park and friends. Food can be purchase from our concession or feel free to bring your own food and drinks.

Session 3 will feature David Donaldson and Marc Shulman

Session 1: Join us for an exciting lesson in pizza making. Matt from MY Productions CT will bring you from flour to dough to cheese to the oven in this class that's sure to please even the most reluctant cook. Bring your appetite and an apron, it's going to be a great time! And bring your favorite beverage to enjoy along with the class.

Session 2: Come make fresh pasta with us in this exciting cooking class designed for even the most novice chefs. Join Matt from MY Productions CT and learn the art of making pasta from scratch in this hands on event! Appetite required, apron recommended! And bring your favorite beverage to enjoy along with the class.

Session 3: Come learn to make cannoli with Matt from MY Productions CT. Join us for a two hour hands on event where we bring you from the dough to the filling and finally to the fry as we make these wonderful Sicilian dessert! Remember to bring your apron! And bring your favorite beverage to enjoy along with the class.

Come join Miss Judy, Winding Trails' naturalist, for a casual exploration as we walk along some of our many trails to observe monthly seasonal changes. We'll talk about what we see or some of the current nature topics in the news. Sometimes we'll stop to gawk at an interesting find alongside the trail. A different route and seasonal topic are planned for each date. Always dress for the weather, wear a good pair of walking shoes, and bring your curiosity.

Here is an exciting option to add to your morning sports/half day programs for parents that would like their children to experience all aspects of camp. Campers may sign up for this afternoon program if they are signed up for any Winding Trails Half Day camp that ends at noon. This will include all the best from our sports/half day camps in the morning combined with an afternoon filled with fun and adventure at Archery, Boating, Nature, and more. The fun and excitement is here for you! Transportation can be provided from our summer day camp buses ($15.00 per week for AM or PM) and campers can attend early and late program ($30.00 per week for either). This program will be run as part of our ACA accredited day camp and CT State Licensed Day Camp.

Would you like to become a certified lifeguard? Participants who successfully complete the course will be certified in CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard Training and Waterfront Training. This is a BLENDING LEARNING class, with 7 hours of online work along with in person classes. Online materials will be sent out a week prior to the start of the class. All candidates must be 15 years or older by the end of the last class. Prerequisite: Participants must able to swim 350 yards continuously using only front crawl with rhythmic breathing and breaststroke, pause and tread water for 2 minutes using legs only, then swim 200 more yards; swim 20 yards pick up a brick and swim back with brick within 1 minute and 49 seconds; and swim 15 yards submerged and retrieve three rings (each 5 yards apart). This will be assessed on the first day of in-person class.

Are you 13 or older and thinking about becoming a certified lifeguard? Join us for an information session on what to expect in a lifeguarding course, and what a typical day can look like working as a lifeguard.

Barre is a fun, high energy, fusion workout to strengthen and tone your muscles. Class includes cardio, barre work, and mat exercises. This class is for ALL levels, no prior dance or exercise experience is necessary. Bring your yoga mat, wear sneakers, and be ready to make new friends!
Instructor: Bridget Bussiere

Strike-in with this great summer program! Participants will learn the fundamentals of baseball including game rules, proper battling technique, pitching, and the various field positions. What to bring: appropriate clothing, water bottle, sneakers, baseball glove, and sunscreen. We will provide gloves for those that need them.

Participants will have a great time as they work on their passing, ball handling, shooting, and dribbling skills. Newly acquired basketball skills will be put to the test at an end of the week tournament. What to bring: appropriate clothing, water bottle, snack, sneakers and sunscreen.

On Belay? Belay is On! This intro belay class will teach you how to properly rope climb on our climbing tower. We will teach you the ropes on how to make the proper knots, tie ins and belaying. This course will be taught by our OA Coordinator Mike and completion of the course will give you an in-house certification.

Winding Trails' tennis program is alive and rallying! We are happy to announce a new summer program of cardio-tennis which combines exercise and tennis in a way that brings benefits to your health and your game. We are offering two FREE sessions on Saturday May 10th 4-8 players for each session. First come, wait for it....first serve(d)!!! Come break a sweat by hitting a million balls!!
Call tennis instructor Paul Bernstein for questions about cardio-tennis or private lessons, 203.214.9448.

This 3-hour program allows you to push yourself into your challenge zone. We will explore 3 different high ropes elements: Catwalk, Pamper Plank, Giant Swing, Vertical Play Pen to name a few. Come ready to climb and explore your quest!

This 2-hour program allows you to get onto the climbing tower and enjoy the vertical realm. The climbing tower is 40' high consisting of 4 sides: a 15' beginner wall with incline, a 40' intermediate vertical wall, a 40' advanced wall with incline and over hangs and a 60' x 35' cargo net for the quickest way to the top. Once on top, it's time for the ride, a 300' long zip line down Main Street.

This is a 2-hour program allows you to get onto the climbing tower and enjoy the vertical realm! The climbing tower is 40' high consisting of three sides: beginner, intermediate, and advanced wall, and also a cargo net. Once at the top, it's time to take a ride down Main Street on our 300' long zip line.

Calling all sand volleyball fans! Join us Monday evenings for some drop-in play. Registering will help us keep track of how many people to expect, but there is no fee for members to come and play! Nonmembers are welcome to come and play for a small fee.

This summer and fall families will join Miss Judy for a fun Saturday morning learning something new about the great outdoors. The program format is an introduction about the day's topic, followed by a hands-on outdoor activity to try out what you learned. Dress for the weather with appropriate shoes or boots so you can be comfortable during all activities. Each month we will explore different locations and the many animals and plants that live at Winding Trails. Session 1: Building Animal Homes, Session 2: The World , Session 3: Summer Ecosystems, Session 4: Migration to Warm Places, Session 5: What's Everyone Eating Session 6: Animals Get Ready for Winter.

10th FARMINGTON VALLEY MUSIC FESTIVAL -- Sponsored by Lodestar Energy -
Come and celebrate the 10th year of this fall festival highlighting music from local, regional, and national acts. The backdrop of fall colors along Dunning Lake make for n the colorful grounds along Dunning Lake. We are very excited to celebrate our 10th year bringing top-level talent from local, regional, and national acts. This year's headliner will be Della Mae a GRAMMY nominated all-women string band. Hailing from across North America, and reared in diverse musical styles, they are one of the most charismatic and engaging roots bands touring today. They have traveled to over 30 countries spreading peace and understanding through music. On the main stage will also be Buffalo Rose, Cold Chocolate, and the Tenderbellies. Award-winning artist Buffalo Rose hails from Pittsburgh, PA with a modern folk and Americana sound. This charismatic band weaves spiraling harmonies with gorgeously layered instrumentation. Cold Chocolate from Boston is a genre-bending band that fuses folk, funk, and bluegrass to create a unique sound of their own. The Tenderbellies are a Vermont-based string band that seamlessly blends Americana, bluegrass, new grass, jazz and rock. Our 2nd stage at the Boathouse will feature some of the best local and regional talent in the area. This daylong event gives attendees the opportunity to hear ten different performers. There will also be a Beer Garden featuring locally brewed craft beers from over 15 CT breweries sponsored by CLARKHIRTH CPAS. Food trucks and a vendor village will also be present.

Early bird ticket sales prior to July 1st save you 33% off day of tickets.
Tickets are nonrefundable- event is held rain or shine! Service animals only, no pets please!

Participants will learn skills on both sides of the ball including the components of passing, catching, and de-flagging or defensive positioning, all presented in a fun and positive environment. The week will end with a fun skills showcase to show their newly acquired talents. What to bring: appropriate clothing, water bottle, snack, sneakers and sunscreen.

Our golf program focuses on the fundamental skills needed to participate in this sport. Participants learn the proper techniques in holding the clubs as well as footwork and swing mechanics. Players will also learn the basic rules and etiquette of the game. What to bring: golf clubs if you have them, appropriate clothing, water bottle, snack, sneakers and sunscreen. We will provide clubs if needed.

This class will provide instruction in the basics of our watercrafts including canoes & kayaks. Students will also learn some basic water safety skills. Skills and exercises will be presented with the emphasis on FUN! Registration is required at least three days prior to the start of each session. This is a members only program. Due to limited availability, please only register for one session.

Interest in Pickleball is surging across the country. If you are new to Pickleball and looking to learn more about the sport, then this program is for you! We will be offering a four-week program to help beginners learn all about pickleball. Equipment will be provided.

Interest in Pickleball is surging across the country. If you are new to Pickleball and looking to learn more about the sport, then this program is for you! We will be offering a four week program to help beginners learn all about pickleball. Equipment will be provided. Please only register if you have not taken this class before!

This is the ultimate night out for any kid! Tons of games, pizza, an ice cream sundae bar, a big screen movie, and endless amounts of fun await you here at the Trails. This program has evolved into a very popular kid's event and space fills up quickly. So, parents plan your night out and send the kids here for theirs. Head on over to the Trails for a night out that you will never forget. Sorry, parents not allowed! Please bring clothing that is appropriate for outdoor (weather dependent) and indoor play as well as provide a sleeping bag/blanket and pillow for the movie.

Calling all kids ready to have some bicycling fun on the trails! This club is intended to have fun, sharpen our mountain biking skills and most importantly make some new friends! Mountain bikes only, helmet mandatory. This club is not intended for beginner riders. Participants must bring a helmet and bike.

Suit up and find out why lacrosse is one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. Lacrosse combines the basic skills used in soccer, basketball and hockey into one fast-paced, high-scoring game. Athletes will learn all the fundamentals of stick handling, cradling, passing, and shooting in a fun, non-checking environment. What to bring: appropriate clothing, water bottle, snack, sneakers, mouthpiece, protective gloves, helmet with full mask (or goggles for girls), lacrosse stick and sunscreen. We will provide equipment for those who need it.

Wrona Soccer is proud to be working with Winding Trails to be able to offer opportunities for players of all ages with our camp this summer. Our experienced staff excels at knowing how to get the best out of players through demonstrating techniques and inspiring players to reach higher. Our players learn the fundamentals of the game, ball control, passing, defending, and scoring. We will teach every child at their own pace. What to bring: appropriate clothing, water bottle, snack, sneakers, shin guards, and sunscreen. Each child will receive a camp t-shirt.

This summer and fall young children 6 years old and under with their families will join Miss Judy for a fun Saturday morning learning something new about the great outdoors. The program format is an introduction about the day's topic, followed by a hands-on outdoor activity to try out what you learned. Dress for the weather with appropriate shoes or boots so you can be comfortable during all activities. Each month we will explore different locations and the many animals and plants that live at Winding Trails.
Session 1: Building Animal Homes, Session 2: The World , Session 3: Summer Ecosystems, Session 4: Migration to Warm Places, Session 5: What's Everyone Eating Session 6: Animals Get Ready for Winter.

Are you planning on racing in our Tri Series? Why not get into the Tuesday evening routine ahead of time with our mountain bike series. Or even if you don't plan on doing our Tri Series but enjoy mountain biking come on out. This Series runs for 5 weeks on Tuesday nights with a rolling start. The course winds through our trail system using open and single-track trails. This is a fitness event to get ready for the season and to just have fun.

Are you planning on racing in our Tri Series? Why not get into the Tuesday evening routine ahead of time with our mountain bike series. Or even if you don't plan on doing our Tri Series but enjoy mountain biking come on out. This Series runs for 5 weeks on Tuesday nights with a rolling start. The course winds through our trail system using open and single-track trails. This is a fitness event to get ready for the season and to just have fun.

Ever wonder what those telephone poles, cables, and ropes are all about up of Main Street? This is our Odyssey, one of only two courses like this in New England. Join us for a 3-hour program that will stretch your comfort zone! Team members begin by ascending a giant cargo net to reach the first platform and traverse through several problem-solving challenges to reach the peak end platform where each person has the opportunity to experience our Lily Pads or Floating Bridge.

Come get lost with us and discover the trails that wind! In this session, you'll learn how to read a map, use a compass, and bush-wack through the Trails by taking a compass bearing. This is an outside, dirty activity so please dress accordingly!

Join us for Pickleball Open Play at Winding Trails! This fun and active program welcomes players of all skill levels to enjoy the fastest-growing sport in the country. Our staff will be on hand to help organize games, match players of similar abilities, and provide basic instruction as needed. It's a great way to stay active, improve your skills, and connect with fellow pickleball enthusiasts.

Paddles and balls are available, but participants are encouraged to bring their own equipment.
Please register for each date you plan to attend.

Get a great workout and view at our Pilates class under the Boathouse Pavilion. Instructor Lisa McMahon has over 15 years of experience teaching Pilates and group exercise. You will need to bring your own mat and water bottle.
Instructor: Lisa McMahon

Who's ready to go camping? You bring the tent, sleeping bags and toiletries and we will do the rest! This program provides you and your family the opportunity to spend some quality time together and make memories your kids will cherish forever while enjoying many activities and camping out at Winding Trails. Activities available will include soccer, basketball, baseball, boating, archery, and a special night hike ending with a campfire and s'mores. A BBQ on Friday night (6:00pm - 7:30pm) and a continental breakfast on Saturday morning (7:30am - 8:30am) are also included.
Please note: the availability of archery and boating are based on certified staff availability and cannot be guaranteed. This is a members only event.

Sailing classes will be offered on beautiful Dunning Lake. Learn the parts of a sunfish along with set up procedures, basic maneuvering, tacks, jibes, capsizing and safe boating practices. All sailing is two or three people per sunfish. This is a members only program. Due to limited availability, please only register for one session.

This program will offer your group the opportunity to showcase your survival skills. A facilitator will challenge the group with a series of activities including shelter building, catch and release of fish, fire building, and more. Groups will need to work together to accomplish the task at hand. This is an outside dirty activity. Please dress accordingly.

Shoot and score with our new soccer camp. Participants will learn the fundamentals of soccer including game rules, dribbling and shooting techniques, as well as the proper positions on the field. The program will be a mix of drills and fun games with the intent of getting ready for a full field game on the last day of camp. The main emphasis will be on having fun while playing the world's game! What to bring: appropriate clothing, water bottle, snack, sneakers, shin guards, and sunscreen.

Soccer Shots Classic utilizes creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting. We also highlight a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork, and appreciation. Parent/guardian must be present during the entire class.

Our weekly triathlon series races consist of a 1/4 mile swim, 4.5 mile bike, 3.1 mile trail run. A mountain bike and helmet are required for the race. This pass includes ANY FIVE races in the series.

Our weekly triathlon series races consist of a 1/4 mile swim, 4.5 mile bike, 3.1 mile trail run. A mountain bike and helmet are required for the race. This pass includes all ten races in the series.

Start the summer off right! Join us for a traditional backyard cookout while you enjoy the nice weather and the sounds of the summer provided by our DJ. Join in fun family activities including boating on Walton Pond, lawn games, and more. This is a members only program. Dinner is served 6:30pm to 7:30pm.
Menu: Hot dogs, hamburgers, mixed vegetables, potato salad, fruit salad, dessert and beverages.

Our tennis program focuses on the fundamental skills needed to participate in this life long sport. Participants will learn the proper techniques of grips, footwork, ground strokes, volleys, overheads, and serves. Players will also learn the basic rules and etiquette of the game. What to bring: appropriate clothing, water bottle, snack, sneakers, sunscreen and tennis racquet. We will provide racquets for those who need them.

Our truly beginner Tri, consists of 1/8th mile swim, 3-mile ride (hybrid bikes are OK but mountain bike recommended) and a 1+ mile run. It is a great confidence booster for young and old alike. You CAN do this one and work up to the sprint distance. Registration will be required this year; registration will close at 12:00pm each Tuesday.

A Triathlon for beginners! The course has 1/8 mile swim, a 3 mile bike and a 1 mile run. A mountain bike and helmet are required for this race. This pass includes ANY FIVE races in the Tiny Triathlon series.

A Triathlon for beginners! The course has 1/8 mile swim, a 3 mile bike and a 1 mile run. A mountain bike and helmet are required for this race. This pass includes all ten races in the series.

Come join us for a casual exploration as we walk along some of our many trails. We'll talk about what we see or some nature topics in the news. Sometimes we'll stop to gawk at an interesting find alongside a trail. A different route and topic is planned for each day. Always dress for the weather and wear a good pair of walking shoes.

Your camper will spend 3 hours a day participating in a variety of outdoor adventure activities from learning team building skills on our low elements, to learning the basics of rock climbing on our 40' climbing tower. Your camper is sure to leave with lasting memories as well as the opportunity to overcome personal fears and develop new self-confidence and trust.