Come join us for A Night at the Reserve... Recreation is ______________

For the past few years the Haverford Township Recreation Department has hosted an Open House at the Haverford Reserve.  The response from residents has been great over the past few years, and we generally get anywhere from 150-300 people.  This year the Recreation Department will host the event again and we are looking forward to seeing all of you come out!  The night will begin with a quick explanation of our "Recreation is ________________" campaign.  After that families can enjoy games on the turf, have their face painted in the pavilion, walk the trails, and enjoy smores by a camp fire.  There will also be Recreation staff available to answer questions about the Community Recreation Building which is currently under construction and slated to be completed in May.

Hope Taylor-Scott Recreation Supervisor had this to say about the Open House "We've been really impressed with the turn out over the past few years and we look forward to having a great turn out again this year."

A Night at the Reserve will take place on Thursday July 21st and will last from 7-9pm.  See everyone there!

Below are some pictures from last years event

Playground Spotlight: Second Week Special Days

Last week in the Playground Program many of the Special Days revolved around the arts and crafts theme that was Around the World.  Many of the camps had The Olympics as their special day.  Listed below are some pictures from the parks we had a chance to get out and get pictures of. 

Playground Spotlight: First Week Special Days

Each week the Playground Program has different special days.  Those special days could range from Pizza Day, to a Water day.  The parents are informed of the special days when they drop off and pick up, as well as being notified through a weekly newsletter that each individual playground location works on.  Children and Counselors look forward to the special days each week..  Below are pictures from this weeks special day.

Program Spotlight: Playground Program is under way!

The Playground Program for the Haverford Township Recreation Department has begun today.  Over 800 children are registered this week for the numerous different Playground Locations. Last week the staff for all of the locations and the Playground Supervisors met for a fun filled day of team building activities, first aid training, arts and crafts training, and learning new games.  The Department is very excited about our new and returning staff this Summer, and we're looking forward to an excellent Summer. 

Many of the locations still have spaces available. 

Click below for Playground Pictures

Program Spotlight: Haverford Township Sports Camp

This Summer Haverford Township Recreation is offering many of our Sports Camps at the Haverford Reserve.  The camps are affordable and offer great instruction for the beginner or the advanced.  The instructors are all highly qualified and have years of experience working with children.  In this post we will highlight the Camps and give you all of the important information.

Field Hockey Camp

Dates:  6/21-6/24

Christa Taylor will instruct the Field Hockey Camp.  Christa has run our camp for the past few years and has received great responses from parents and children.  The camp runs from 8:30-11:30am

World Class Soccer School

Dates: 6/27-7/1

Jorge Severini will direct our Soccer Camp.  Jorge has been involved in soccer on the local level for over 20 years.  The camp runs different times based upon ages and ability. 

  

Girls Lacrosse Camp

Date: 7/18-7/22

Kathleen Geiger will instruct our girls Lacrosse camp and is a three time World Champion.  Kathleen is also a member of the USA Lacrosse Hall of Fame.  Players need stick, goggles, and mouth guard. Runs from 8:30-11:30am. The fee for the camp is $110.

Boys Lacrosse Camp

Dates: 7/25-7/29

This camp is instructed by Dan Greenspun who has been the Head Lacrosse Coach at Haverford High School for the past 6 years.  Players will need their own equipment. The camp runs from 8:30-12pm.  The fee for the camp is $110.

Ultimate Frisbee

Dates: 7/18-7/22

Ultimate Frisbee is a new offering for Summer of 2011.  Rick Atkins will instruct the camp and Rick coaches Ultimate at Lower Merion and has also be involved in ultimate for many years on the local level.  The cost of the camp is $95 and runs from 9-12pm.

Gareth Jones our Rugby Camp instructor

Rugby

Dates: 7/25-7/28

Semi-Professional Rugby player Gareth Jones will lead our Rugby camp this Summer.  Gareth is a Temple Grad where he played collegiately.  Gareth has had an opportunity to play in both England and Ireland.  The camp runs from 6-8:30.  The cost is $80.

The Recreation Department also has other Sports Camps offered outside of the Reserve such as Volleyball, Tennis Camp, Boys and Girls Basketball Camp, and Runners Clinic.  Follow the link below to register.

Click here to Register for Sports Camps

Program Spotlight: Basketball Clinic

The Basketball Clinic began yesterday at Chatham Elementary School.  The Basketball Clinic is a program designed to introduce your child to the game of basketball with a focus on fun.    The nets are lowered to 7 feet which gives every child a chance to reach the rim and experience success.  Children will learn how to dribble with both hands, pass, shoot with correct mechanics, and pivot with both feet.  Our own Brian Barrett had this to say about the program "The clinic is a great program for parents who are looking to get their child interested in the game of basketball.  The activities are age appropriate and the biggest focus is on ensuring your child enjoys being there every week." 

Joe showing the kids proper jumpshot technique


The clinic is being led by Joe Dougherty who has worked for the Township for the past 7 years.  Joe has led the program last year and has been involved with our basketball league for the past few years.  Joe also works as a Playground site leader in the Summer.  Joe has numerous staff working with him who have all had involvement in the past with our basketball programs. 

The clinic is currently full but will be offered in the Winter.  Be on the lookout for the Winter Clinic in the next few months!  Check out the picture slideshow below!

Location Spotlight: Haverford Reserve Cafe

The Haverford Reserve Cafe will open Monday June 6th.  The menu is filled with healthy options for you and your child to enjoy while at the reserve.  Feel free to leave us comments about the offerings and anything you would like to see added.  Check the menu out below!

Drinks

Coffee $1.50
20 oz. Soda $1.50
Bottled Water $1.00
Fruit Juice $1.75
Juice Boxes $1.00
Powerade $1.50

Food

Pizza $2.00
PB & Jelly Uncrustables $1.50
Soft Pretzels $0.75
Yogurt $0.75
String Cheese $1.00
Candy & Crackers $1.00
Water Ice $1.00

Fresh Fruit $0.50