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Winding Trails is now producing two newsletters per year. The Winter-Spring edition promotes programs from January through May and the Summer-Fall edition has programs from June through December. The opening of registration for these programs will occur roughly the first of each month before the month the program is running. Check the program description for specific dates for registration openings. Also please be sure to check our website and emails for the promotion of new programs or additional program offerings.
Age:

Cardio Tennis

Ages 16 and up
Open
Come hit a ton of balls and burn some calories while keeping up with some tennis tips.
This program is not for anyone who is new to tennis.
Cardio-tennis which combines exercise and tennis in a way that brings benefits to your health and your game.
We cannot have the class if fewer than 3 people sign up, so bring your friends!
All classes on Thursdays, from 9-10:00 AM, WT Tennis Courts.
Call tennis instructor Paul Bernstein for questions about cardio-tennis or private lessons, 959.275.5090.

Session 2

Thursday, October 22
9:00am to 10:00am
Open

Session 3

Thursday, October 29
9:00am to 10:00am
Open

Fees

Member Individual: $15.00
Nonmember Individual: $20.00

Friday Night Climbing Under the Stars

Ages 8 - 14
Open
This program gives participants the opportunity to explore the climbing tower after dark! The excitement grows as nighttime provides a new challenge. Special lights will be installed around the tower. Feel free to bring a headlamp or flashlight to help you when walking around the area and/or climbing. All four sides of the tower and our zip line will be open for this program.

Session 5

Friday, December 12
5:30pm to 7:30pm
Open

Fees

Member Individual: $20.00
Nonmember Individual: $30.00

Holidays at the Trails

Ages All ages
Open
Winding Trails and the Exchange Club of Farmington once again sponsor this popular holiday event! For over 30 years, Santa and Mrs. Claus visit their winter cottage at Winding Trails and give the children a chance to put in their holiday requests. While waiting to see Santa, visit with some of Santa's animals, decorate holiday cookies, and make crafts. There will also be a special holiday magic show every hour. This is a members only program. Please register each adult and child who will be attending. IMPORTANT NOTE: ENTRY FEE IS ONE NONPERISHABLE FOOD ITEM PER PERSON, to be donated to the local food bank.

Session 1

Sunday, December 7
11:00am to 12:00pm
Full

Session 2

Sunday, December 7
12:00pm to 1:00pm
Full

Session 3

Sunday, December 7
1:30pm to 2:30pm
Open

Session 4

Sunday, December 7
2:30pm to 3:30pm
Open

Session 5

Sunday, December 7
3:30pm to 4:30pm
Open

Fees

Member Individual: $0.00

Homeschool Education Series

Ages 5 to 11
Open
Join us for our nature-based homeschool education series! Each month join our environmental educators to learn about the wonders of nature. These programs are perfect for ages 5 to 11. Programs are offered once a month from October through May and run from 9:30 - 12:30 with a snack time built in. The themes for each month are as follows:

October - Life Cycle of Trees
November - Food Webs + Energy Transfer
December -Winter Wonders
January - Geology Rocks
February - Animal Homes
March - Maple Syrup
April - Birds, Birds + Birds
May - Metamorphosis Magic

We ask that guardians stay for the duration of the program and take an active role in the learning. Contact Elyse Cahill at elyse@windingtrails.org for more information.

Session 3

Tuesday, December 2
9:30am to 12:30pm
Full

Session 4

Tuesday, January 6
9:30am to 12:30pm
Full

Session 5

Tuesday, February 3
9:30am to 12:30pm
Full

Session 6

Tuesday, March 3
9:30am to 12:30pm
Full

Session 7

Tuesday, April 7
9:30am to 12:30pm
Open

Session 8

Tuesday, May 5
9:30am to 12:30pm
Open

Fees

Member Child: $12.00
Nonmember Child: $12.00

Line Dancing Class with Stompin' Boots

Ages 16+
Open
Come on out and join Stompin' Boots at Winding Trails for an evening of line dancing. With fun, easy lessons and open dancing with a mix of easy and popular line dances we have something for dancers of all experience levels. Whether you're an absolute beginner or a seasoned line dancer come on out and join us for a stompin' good time!

Participants are welcome to arrive early and stay after class to enjoy additional social time. Please feel free to bring your own appetizers and beverages ---glass containers are not permitted.

Schedule:
Social Time: 5:30--6:00 PM and 8:00--9:00 PM
Line Dancing Lesson: 6:00--8:00 PM

Date & Time

Friday, December 19
5:30pm to 9:00pm
Open

Fees

Member Individual: $20.00
Nonmember Individual: $30.00

Tom Turkey Hunt

All Ages
Closed
Tom Turkey Hunt is a family scavenger hunt through our trail system. You and your family will register online and have your first clue and directions emailed to you. From there, you will follow the clues around our trail system to find your next clues. Once you complete the hunt, email us the answers to all the clues and you will be registered to win a gift certificate from Highland Park Market! You will have nine days to come to the park and complete your hunt. Come out with your family and enjoy the park in the fall and visit some places you may never have been before. Deadline for submitting your clues is 10am on Monday, December 1st.

Date & Time

Saturday, November 22 to Sunday, November 30
8:00am to 6:00pm
Full

Fees

Member Family: $5.00
Nonmember Family: $10.00

Wood Floral Craft- Winter Wreath

Ages 16+
Open
Come enjoy a night of crafting with wood florals! Make a winter or holiday themed wreath for your home. We will supply all the materials and instruction for these projects. Feel free to bring your own drinks and snacks to complete the evening.

Date & Time

Friday, December 12
6:30pm to 8:30pm
Open

Fees

Member Individual: $40.00
Nonmember Individual: $60.00