Phone: 970-927-8214 or 970-927-2851

2010 Spring & Summer Programs


Contact Us

Registration Deadlines

Registration Deadline date indicates the last date you can register without paying the late fee. Classes may fill prior to deadline date. That date is for us to be aware of how many students we will have in a class so preparations can be made for the class. Registering early for a class assures your participation in that class.

You can now register online for Basalt Recreation Programs! Set up your new account online today!

Index

K-2 Spring Basketball
K-2 Spring Soccer
Basalt Soccer Club
Bike Rodeo
Fly Fishing
Kinder Kickers
Active Movement For Preschoolers-NEW
Lacrosse Youth Camps-NEW
Basketball
Beading with D.D.
Art Classes
Camp ECO Basalt-NEW

American Red Cross Classes
Athleticism

Aspen Elks Financial Aid Program
Jr. Golf
Baseball/Softball Coaches & Umps Info
T-Ball
Coach Pitch
Baseball & Softball
Rockies Skill Challenge
Team Photo Day
Youth Rec Tennis - Brick Swirbul
Jr. Tennis League-NEW
Kid's Tennis Carnival-NEW
Tiny Tot & Youth Tennis - Nancy Simpson
Adult Spring Tennis - Brick Swirbul
Cardio Tennis-NEW
Adult Drill & Play Tennis - Nancy Simpson
Three Rivers Football League

K-2 Spring Basketball


Learn the game of basketball with new drills and competing with other players. Dribbling, passing, & shooting make this a fun class for after school!
Dates: Mon, Tues, Wed; April 19, 20 , 21,
Mon, Wed, Thur; April 26, 28 , 29
Time: Kindergarten - 1st grades 3:25 pm - 4:05 pm
2 nd grade 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm
Cost: $30
Where: Basalt Elementary School gym Maximum #: 22
Registration deadline 4/16, $35 after deadline date.

K - 2 Spring Soccer

This class is designed for the young new soccer player or seasoned expert. We show players the correct way to pass, dribble and score with fun drills and competition!

Dates: Mon, Tues, Thur; May 3, 4, 6, 10, 11, 13
Time: Kindergarten - 3:25 pm - 4:05 pm
1 st & 2 nd graders 4:15 – 5:00 pm
Cost: $30
Where: Basalt Middle School side field
Registration deadline is 4/30, $35 after deadline date.

To the top

Family Resource Activities Fair

Save the date for the Roaring Fork Family Resource Centers’ Summer Activity Fairs in El Jebel. The fair allows children of all ages to sign up for fun and educational summer programs that are offered in our valley. You can chose from Art, Soccer, Scouts, and much more. Learn more about the different organizations in the valley that are committed to bringing fun activities to our community.

When: Saturday, May 1; 9 am - 12 pm
Where: Eagle County Community Center

The Summer Activity Fair is the only place you can sign up for swim lessons prior to the opening of the pool.

Basalt Soccer Club

Registration deadline for Fall Soccer with Basalt Soccer Club is June 15. Applications can be picked up at Camp-Chip-A-Tooth or Basalt Clinic Pharmacy. Or email Teri Christensen at pucker7@msn.com and request an application. Please mail it to P.O. Box 1932, Basalt. Phone # for Basalt Soccer Club is 927-0523 x507

Bike Rodeo

Join us for a fun obstacle course and learn about bike safety at the 8th annual Bike Rodeo. Have your bike checked for safety, helmet safety, and tour the fire trucks. Goodie bags with popsicles!
When: Wednesday, May 19
Time: 3:30 to 5:00
Cost: Free
Who: 1st grades - 4th grade
Where: Arbaney Park

Fly Fishing with Taylor Creek Fly Shop

Taylor Creek Fly Shop invites you to attend a 2 day fly fishing school to learn more about our Gold Medal waters here in the Roaring Fork Valley.  Students will meet at Taylor Creek Fly Shop each day.  Day one will consist of basic equipment setup, knots, and casting.  Day two will be an on the water fishing day.  Taylor Creek will provide all equipment, waders and rod and reels.  Class size will be limited so sign up early.
Min/Max: 3/10

When: Wed & Thurs, June 9 & June 10; 10 am - 2 pm
Where: Taylor Creek Fly Shop, 183 Basalt Center Circle
Who: Ages 12 - 16
Cost: $40

To the top

Kinder Kickers Soccer

Who doesn’t like to get out and kick the ball around? This clinic is designed to teach skills and game like situations. Shin guards are required.

Who: Kindergarten - 2nd grades
When: Mon, Tues, Wed 6/28, 6/29, 6/30

Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Where: Arbaney Park Pavilion
Cost: $35

Please register by June 25

Min/Max: 6/20

Active Movement for Preschoolers with Danika Davis

Come and play on gym equipment and enjoy fun activities designed to support fundamental active movements and skills. Structured games and lots of free play encourage balance, coordination, strength, agility and body awareness. Bring a healthy snack, and relax while your children delight in bubbles and story time to conclude the session.

Age: 0-4 years
Dates: Thursdays, June 10, 24 , July 8, 22 , Aug 5, 19
Time: 10:30-12:00
Location:
BES Cafeteria Across from 7-11 on Two Rivers Road
Cost: $60 for the Summer
Bring: Healthy snacks and drink bottles

Please Note: Parents must be in attendance with children.

Drop ins are welcome for a $12 fee. Please bring correct cash or check.

To the top

Lacrosse

Basalt Youth Lacrosse Workshops

The Basalt Lacrosse Club is pleased to announce its’ first summer recreation program for boys & girls grades 2nd - 8th. Lacrosse is a fast paced exciting sport and fun to play. The program will focus on developing basic skills and is designed for the entry level and experienced players. We are planning on a minicamp to be held later in the summer.

Coaches for this program have participated in the level one certification process offered by the US Lacrosse Foundation’s Coach’s Education Program, backed up by the Positive Coaching Alliance. This will be a great opportunity to have fun and improve your skills.

Session I - Thurs/Sat June 10 - June 26
Session II - Thurs/Sat July 8 - July 24
Time: Thurs - 4:30 pm -6:30 pm; Sat - 9 am - 12 pm
Cost is only $35 per session!

To the top

Basketball

Longhorn Camp

If you enjoy basketball and want a chance to work on basic skills, learn new drills and compete against other basketball players here is your chance. Come to the Longhorn summer basketball camp with Coach Jason Kreiling. Here is a chance to become a better player in the off season.

Two Session to chose from this year!

Session I: Monday – Friday, June 21 - July 25
Session II: Monday - Friday July 19 - July 23
Who: Grade 3rd, 4th, 5th 8:30 am - 10:30 am, Basalt Elementary Gym
Grade 6th, 7th, 8th 11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Basalt Middle Gym
Cost: $80
Registration Deadline: 6/18
Min/Max: 15/60

To the top

BEADING CLASSES

Beaded Fairies

Create two beautiful little beaded fairies (garden, dream, kitchen, house, or any place your fairy might live) in this new and sure to be fun class!

Tuesday, June 29 th, 3:45-5:00
Ages 8 - adult, $18 includes all materials, Max: 12

Daisy Chains

Learn how to bead a Daisy Chain. We will make a finished bracelet in class, but you can use your new skill to make anything from necklaces to earrings!

Thursday, July 1, 3:45-5pm
Ages 9 – Adult, $18 includes all materials, Max: 10

Daisy Chains - For Little Beaders

Daisy chains can be made with larger beads to accommodate smaller hands, too! Come make your own bracelet in this class. This class is for you especially if your sibling is taking the older kids Daisy Chain class!

Thursday, July 1, 3:45-5:00 (the last part of the class will be spent playing a game outside)
Ages 5-8, $13 includes all materials, Max: 8

Beaded Lizard & Snake - For Little Beaders

Come learn how to make a beaded snake and lizard with glow in the dark eyes!

Monday, July 5 th, 3:45-5pm
Ages 4-6, $12 includes all materials, Max: 10

To the top

Art Classes

Shrinky Dinks

Watch in amazement as your artwork shrinks to a fraction of it's original size right before your eyes! Just as much fun to watch shrink as to make! We will make some patriotic shrink dinks just in time for the 4 th of July!

Wednesday, June 30 th, 4-5pm
Ages 5 - 10, $10 includes all materials, Max: 12

Creative, Messy & Fun!

Anything goes in this class! Each person will create something different using a large variety of materials. It promises to be a MESSY, CREATIVE and FUN afternoon so please dress appropriately! You are encouraged to “make it personal” by bringing some photos of your friends, family or pets! This is a popular class, so register early!

Wed., July 7 th, 4-5:45pm
Age 6 -adult, $22 includes all materials, Max: 10

Mosiac Magic

This class will introduce you to the wonderful world of mosaics.

Monday, July 12, 4-5:15pm
(Finished project will be available for pick up on Thurs, 7/14)
Ages 5 and older, $20 includes all materials, Max: 10

Puppets

You won't believe what you can make from socks! Bring your imagination for unlimited creativity!

Be sure to plan to attend the short puppet show when you come pick up your child at 5pm so your child can show off his new friends!

Wed., July 14 th, 4-5pm
Ages 5 - adult, $15 includes all materials, Max: 10

Art Adventures

Come and create an awesome art piece using color, shape & texture. As usual, the final result is a surprise but you'll be amazed and I promise it will be an adventure!
Session I: Tues, Wed, Thurs, 6/22, 6/23, 6/24, 3:00 – 3:45 pm
Session: II: Tues, Wed, Thurs, 6/22, 6/23, 6/24, 4:00 – 4:45 pm
Where: BMS Art Room
Max: 15
Cost: $30
Instructor: Paula Ponto

Camp ECO - Basalt

Camp ECO, a Colorado licensed day camp, offers kids 5 through 10 years old, a summer full of nature and sports. At Camp ECO, we believe that teaching nature may influence how the planet will be cared for in the near future. Through awesome crafts, kids get “hands on” with the nature topic for the week. While exploring and discovering, kids will learn about the natural world around them. We often “teach the moment” when something is discovered about nature. During action packed games, campers will be coached on skills and fair sportsmanship. Field trips related to camp themes will occur when possible. Join us at Camp ECO – Basalt, to learn about nature and play games outside this summer. Our staff is professionally trained to supervise groups of children outdoors. Let the fun begin.

Mondays through Fridays
June 7 th
through the summer ending August 20 th.
Early
drop-off at
7:30am to 8:30am
Regular
hours of
8:30am till 5:30pm
Extended
pick-up from
5:30pm to 6pm

Drop off and Pick up at Basalt Middle School

Cost of program: A one time, non-refundable registration fee of $50 per child is required at the time of first registration payment.
Daily drop-in rate of……………..$60. Per day.
Multiple
day rate of ………………$55 Per day.
Weekly rate of only……………….$50 Per day.*
*(Mon. through Fri.)……….. $250 a week.
Early drop-off is an extra ………………………………$10 Per day.**
Extended pick-up is an extra………………………… $10 Per day.**
**(unless arranged ahead of time as weekly +$25 rate package)
Each day of each week has a maximum enrollment of 21 children.

Visit our website at www.campeco.com

Week

Camp

Week 1: 6/7-6/11

Amazing Animals

Week 2: 6/14-6/18

Forests Rock

Week 3: 6/21-6/25

Native Americans

Week 4: 6/28-7/2

Dinosaur Days

Week 5: 7/5-7/9

Bugs, Slugs, Spiders

Week 6: 7/12-7/16

Wacky Wet World

Week 7: 7/19-7/23
Amazing Animals
Week 8: 7/26-7/30
Forests Rock
Week 9: 8/2-8/6
Native Americans
Week 10: 8/9-8/13
Dinosaur Days
Week 11: 8/16-8/20
Bugs, Slugs, Spiders
Take one or take all camps!

Amazing Animals Explore the wild side of the animals living in the Rocky Mountains. Make foot prints.

Forests Rock Discover the forests around us and the bugs & rocks in the soil. Make a rock collection.

Native Americans Become part of the Basalt tribe as we learn about the Ute culture. Eco-dream catcher.

Dinosaur Days Rediscover Earth before man. Dinos rule the land and sand volcanoes. Cool Dino crafts.

Bugs, Slugs & Spiders View the world of arachnids & insects up close. Catch ‘em and free ‘em. Make bugs.

Wacky Wet World of Water All you want to know about H20. Liquid….solid….vapor….Water! Get Wet.

Register with Basalt Recreation - Please specify week number you are registering for on the form.

Enrollment fees must be paid before space isreserved and the child is put on the master calendar for those days enrolled. Half of the full enrollment fee is a non-refundable deposit for those days enrolled and entered on the master calendar. This deposit may be used to reserve enrollment in camp. Payment in full is required before participation of a reservation. Please keep these payment policies in mind while signing up for camp. Thank you.

To the top

 

 

 

American Red Cross Classes

Community CPR Adult, Child & Infant

Learn what to do in case of an emergency. We will cover rescue breathing and basic aspects of Adult, Children and infant CPR. Certification good for one year. This course meets the minimum requirement for all Boy and Girl Scout leaders, Day care workers and school bus drivers.

When: Monday - Wednesday, April 12, 13 & 14
Time: 3:45 - 6 pm
Cost: $40 plus $20 fee for current Red Cross workbook
Where: TBD
Ages: 12 and older
Minimum 6, Maximum 8

Babysitter Training

What makes a “good” babysitter who is asked back again and again? Class participants can be successful babysitters by learning about leadership, basic care, safety, and first aid. Successful babysitters will receive a handbook, first aid kit, a CD of great information and games, and a course completion card (not a certification). Attendance and participation in both days is mandatory.

When: Thur & Fri, June 3rd & 4th
Time: 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Where: Basalt Rec House
Who: Ages 11 and up
Cost: $45

To the top

Athleticism™ for Elementary School through High School!

Are you interested in taking your passion for sports and health to a higher level? Athlecticism™ is a comprehensive method of teaching agility, balance, flexibility, strength, speed, technique, ambidexterity, and hand eye coordination, all packaged in a 90-minute routine. This class is taught by professionally trained instructors who follow the guidelines set by the best coaches, physicians, and trainer in the business. Athletes are tested regularly through the six week course to show progress. Find the inner athlete in you!

Session I: Thursdays, 6/3 – 7/8 (Registration deadline is 6/1)
Session II: Thursdays, 7/15 – 8/19 (Registration deadline is 7/13)

Please specify session and level when registering.

Level 1: Ages 6 - 7, 1 pm – 2:30 pm , BMS side field
Level 2: Ages 8 - 9, 2:45 pm – 4:15 pm, BMS side field
Level 3: Ages 10 - 12, 11:15 am – 12:45 pm, BMS side field
Cost: $100

Please specify session when registering.

Min/Max: 10/20

Aspen Elks Lodge Financial Aid Program

Aspen Elks Lodge provides funding for scholarships to participate in Basalt Recreation activities. Applications for funding can be found on the recreation website or at the town hall. This is becoming a popular way for children of our community to enjoy the many recreational activities with Basalt Recreation. Forms must be properly filled out to be considered. This scholarship money is to be used for Basalt Recreation programs only. Other organizations included in this brochure have a separate scholarship program. If you have questions regarding this program and if you qualify please call the Recreation Department at 927-8214. Click here for a Financial Assistance form.

Basalt Blowout Skateboard Contest

Join us for the 8th Annual Basalt Blow Out Sk8board Contest on Father’s Day, Sunday, June 27th at Basalt’s Skateboard Park. Sign up is at 9 am and the competition begins at 10 am . All skills are welcome and prizes for all contestants. Helmets are required. Entry fee is required.


Sponsored by:

Polar Revolution, Colorado 500, Basalt Police Dept

 

To the top

Jr. Golf at the Roaring Fork Club

The Roaring Fork Club would like to introduce the game of golf to children ages 8 to 13 years old. Two sessions available. Each session is four days and 2 hours of lesson. Bring your golf clubs and learn from the best!

To accomodate more golfers we are limiting one session per golfer please!

Session I: Tues - Fri, June 1, 2, 3, 4; 3:45 - 5:45
Registration deadline is May 28

Session II: Tues - Fri, June 8, 9, 10, 11; 2:00 - 4:00
Registration deadline is June 4

Time: 2 pm - 4 pm

Maximum is 24 per class.
Cost: $100 per golfer per session includes a three hole game at the end of each week.

Maximum per session is 24 so be sure to sign up early! All golfers are invited to attend a cookout on the 10th at 4 pm .

Please respect the dress code at the club. Collared shirts are required and nice pant or shorts. Please no cutoffs or blue jeans.

Baseball & Softball

Youth League Baseball Coaches Needed

As our participants move on to school sports, so do our coaches. We are looking for volunteers to participate in our Youth Baseball Rec League from June to mid July. We will offer reimbursement for traveling costs. If you are interested in being a head coach or assistant coach, please call the Recreation Department at 927-8214.

Baseball & Softball Umpires Needed

If you have a good eye and can take constructive critisism from large crowds you would make a great umpire! We pay well too! Call us today!

T-Ball

Who: Boys and Girls ages 5 - 6 yrs old
When: Tues & Thurs, June 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 24
Time: 10 am - 11 am
Where: Basalt Middle School baseball field
Cost: $40.00 includes hat and t-shirt
Registration deadline is June 3.
Max: 25
Moms and Dads are encouraged to participate.

Coach Pitch

Who: Boys and Girls 7 - 8 yrs old (age as of 8/1/2010 )
When: June 1 - end of July
Evaluation day for all Coach Pitch players is on May 15th, 10 am
Practice times to be determined by coaches. Practice will take place in the late afternoons. Games are through the week and some Saturdays. Practices and Games will be held at Crown Mountain Park.
Cost: $60.00 includes hat and t-shirt
Registration deadline is May 7. Late registrations are on a first come, first serve basis.

Baseball & Softball

Register now for summer baseball and softball. Registration deadline is May 7. Practices begin June 3. Teams are made up of 9-10, 11-12, and 13-15. Practices and games for 9-10 boys are at the Basalt Middle School. Practices and games for 9-10 girls and 11-12 boys are at Crown Mountain Park. Practices and games for 13-15 boys, 11-12 girls, and 13-15 girls will be held at Basalt High School fields.

Who: Boys and Girls ages 9-15 (age as of 8/1/2010 )
When: June 1 through mid July
Cost:$65

Everyone makes a team in rec league baseball!

The season will last to the mid July when tournaments will be held. Cost is $65 and includes hat & shirt. Coaches will determine practices. Please register through the Basalt Recreation Department.

Registration deadline for all ball players is May 7.
Late registrations are on a first come, first serve basis.

Rockies Skill Challenge & Team Photo Day

Demonstrate your base running, throwing, and batting skills. The top boy and girl in each age group will advance to the regional competition held in Glenwood Springs. Ages 6 - 13 (determined as of Dec. 31, 2010 ). Please go to our website and download a registration to bring to the Skill Challenge.

Who: Boys and Girls ages 6-13
When: Saturday, June 26
Where: Basalt Middle School
Time: 1:00 pm start for all Rockies Skill Challenge participants
Cost: Free

To the top

Youth Rec Tennis

Brick will take the beginner tennis player to the next level of competition.

When: June 7 - June 23
Intermediate/Advanced: Mondays & Wednesdays
Ages: 10 and up
Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm
Instructor: Brick Swirbul
Where: Basalt Tennis Courts
Cost: $70
Registration deadline: 6/3
Min/Max: 4/8

To the top

Tiny Tot and Youth Tennis

You will be amazed at how your young tennis player will become more coordinated with Nancy's classes. She keeps players moving and entertained by making the learning process fun! All classes held at Basalt Tennis Courts.

Session I:

Ages

Dates

Time

Cost

Ages 4.5 - 6
Max: 8

Tues/ Thurs
5/18 - 6/3

3:30 - 4:30

$90.00

Ages 7 - 11
Max: 10

Tues/ Thurs
5/18 - 6/3

4:30 - 5:30

$90.00

Session II:

Ages

Dates

Time

Cost

Ages 4.5 - 6
Max: 8

Tues/ Thurs
6/8 - 6/24

3:00 - 4:00

$90.00

Ages 7 - 11
Max: 10

Tues/ Thurs
6/8 - 6/24

4:00 - 5:00

$90.00

Session III:

Ages

Dates

Time

Cost

Ages 4.5 - 6
Max: 8

Tues/ Thurs
6/29 - 7/15

3:00 - 4:00

$90.00

Ages 7 - 11
Max: 10

Tues/ Thurs
6/29 - 7/15

4:00 - 5:00

$90.00

Session IV:

Ages

Dates

Time

Cost

Ages 4.5 - 6
Max: 8

Tues/ Thurs
7/20 - 8/5

3:00 - 4:00

$90.00

Ages 7 - 11
Max: 10

Tues/ Thurs
7/20 - 8/5

4:00 - 5:00

$90.00

Session V:

Ages

Dates

Time

Cost

Ages 4.5 - 6
Max: 8

Tues/ Thurs
8/10 - 8/26

3:30 - 4:30

$90.00

Ages 7 - 11
Max: 10

Tues/ Thurs
8/10 - 8/26

4:30 - 5:30

$90.00

To the top

Jr. Tennis League - New Class!

This six-week league is a perfect way to get your tennis player some real-time game situations. This league is for players who have some tennis skills and want to improve their singles and doubles play using short court and full court play. 15 minutes of warm ups and 45 minutes of reality play.
Dates: Mondays, June 7 - July 12
Time: 4 - 5 pm
Who: Ages 9 and up
Cost: Only $60

To the top

Kid’s Tennis Carnival

Join us for a fun filled class of games. You never would have thought tennis could be so much fun! Carnival dates are Saturday, July 10 and Saturday, August 14 from 9:30 - 11 at the Basalt Tennis Courts. Ages 6 - 11 are encouraged to sign up to join the fun! Cost is only $10 per carnival day!

Adult Spring Beginner/Intermediate Tennis

Learn the basics or enhance your skill with this 4 session class. Brick Swirbul will be the instructor for this adult clas s. Basalt Recreation has tennis rackets if you need to borrow one. Minimum 4/Maximum 8

When: Sundays, May 2, 9, 16, 23
Time: 3 - 4:30 pm
Instructor: Brick Swirbul
Who: Adults
Cost: $60
Where: Basalt Tennis Courts
Registration deadline: 4/29
Min/Max: 4/8

To the top

Cardio Tennis - New Class!
This program uses fast pace tennis drills and games, to get your heart rate to its optimal level.  It is also a great cross training program for the more fit player.  Skill level is not a factor for participation. 

Mondays from 9 am to 9:45 am at Basalt Tennis Courts. 6 max

Two 6-week sessions $60 per session

Session I - May 17 – June 28 (no class on 5/31 – Memorial Day)
Session II - July 5 – August 9

Adult Drill & Play Summer Tennis with Nancy Simpson

Session I:
Dates: Wednesdays, 5/19 - 6/16
Time: 9 am - 10:30
Cost: $115
Where: BMS Tennis Courts
Max: 8

Session II:
Dates: Wednesdays, 6/23 - 7/21
Time: 9 am - 10:30
Cost: $115
Where: BMS Tennis Courts
Max: 8

Session III:
Dates: Wednesdays, 7/28 - 8/25
Time: 9 am - 10:30
Cost: $115
Where: BMS Tennis Courts
Max: 8

To the top

Basalt Recreation Programs

Basalt Recreation provides programs for youth by contracting with talented people who teach our activities. If you have a talent you would like to share give us a call to discuss. We can set up a location, provide advertising and public announcements, we provide registrations, and we also provide liability insurance for a percentage of the fee. As this valley grows, so do the demands on the recreation department. Feel free to call us at 927-8214 or email us at recreate@basalt.net to discuss your enterprising idea!

To the top

Three Rivers Football League

Registration fees for one child is $200. Families with two or more pay one set fee of $250. This fee will equip the player(s) with game uniforms, practice uniforms, helmets, shoulder pads, and pads for pants. Cleats are not included.

Division one - 3rd & 4th grades
Division two - 5th & 6th grades

Registration dates May 18th & 20th from 3 pm - 5 pm at BMS. Contact Mitch Levy (970-927-4000 or 970-319-0155 or email at mitch@cuveebistro.com) for more information. Please register with three Rivers Football League.

To the top