End of Summer 2006 Highlights

Summer's not over yet! Check out these exciting CRC events for end of summer as well as early fall!

Information available at (513) 357-POOL (7665)

Year round USA Swimming swim team instruction and fitness is available quarterly, for youth ages 17 and under, at Krueck Pool, 270 W. McMillan, in Clifton.  Practices are Monday through Friday from 6:45pm to 8:30pm.  Swimmers may attend as many practices as their schedule allows.  We usually have 1-2 meets a month during fall and winter quarters. Swim for one quarter or all three, this program is offered fall, winter and spring. Cost $125/qtr. or $300/year.

For program dates, call the Aquatic Division office at

357-POOL(7665) or call Krueck Pool at 861-2333.

CRC wants to help you improve your fitness level, decrease stress, build strength and muscle tone through fun aquatic fitness programs. 

Aquacize is an aerobic water workout, designed to get your heart pumping for a 45-60 minute class. Call Aquatics Division at 357-POOL (7665) for information.

Fitness Lap Swim is a great chance to get in the pool and get in some distance swimming. Lap lane(s) are available, based on attendance, at most of our deep water pools during evening swim team practice and some locations during open swim times.  Call your local CRC pool for availability.

(American Red Cross)

Each year the Cincinnati Recreation Commission recruits and trains 325 lifeguards to 'Work the Water' at CRC public pools.  CRC aquatic staff instructors hold free, swim stroke clinics in the evenings during Fall, Winter and Spring at Krueck Indoor Pool in Clifton.  These clinics are designed for anyone age 14 and older who wishes to learn and refine their swimming skills in preparation for Lifeguard Training Courses. They are offered continuously in two week sessions and you can start anytime.

For additional information call 357-POOL (7665).

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Teens from across the city have the opportunity to experience backpacking and camping in the backcountry areas of the East Fork Lake Region. For more information or to register your group, call Steve at McKie Adventure Programming Center 681-8247.

In a partnership with Hamilton County Parks, CRC brings youth participants to Adventure Outpost at Winton Woods.  Youth and teens have the opportunity to camp in cabins for 3 days and 2 nights.Youth gain confidence and learn teamwork skills while participating in these activities such as ropes course, bicycling, canoeing and hiking. Please register through your local CRC Recreation Center.

• Emphasizes the value of being involved in positive outdoor recreation activities, while educating children about the

negatives of drug use

• Weekly instructional fishing trips, fish identification, environmental conservation, fishing safety and lure-making

• Youth participate in WaterFest workshops covering water safety, exploration and fishing education.

• Other activities included field trips to the Newport Aquarium and camping and fishing activities at Burnet Woods, the Little Miami River, Caesars Creek, Rocky Fork Lake, and the Ohio River.

Call Joe at Clifton Center 961-5681 for more details.

Tuesday, Aug 1 at Schwartz Complex, and Bond Hill Pool.

Wednesday and Thursday, Aug 2,3 at Laurel Park, and Dyer.

Friday, Aug 4 at Martin Luther King, and Hoffman School

Monday and Tuesday, Aug 7,8 at Ryan, and Winton Place

Wednesday and Thursday, Aug 9,10 at Wayne, and S. Fairmont

Friday, Aug 11 at Washington Park, and Camp Washington

The pool is a perfect place to learn the fundamentals of kayaking. It’s also a great way for skilled paddlers to

mentor a teenage kayaker.  This class is for experienced or novice kayakers.  Develop or perfect your moves. 

Learn about paddling safely, basic paddle strokes, wet exits, rolls and rodeo moves in these Monday or Wednesday evening classes.  Whether you own a kayak or not, join the group for a lot of fun and some river trips.  Call McKie Recreation Center at 681-8247 for more information.

Youth, ages 8 to 14 years

2 leagues: one in spring and one in fall

A grant from the Anthony Munoz Foundation and the National Parks & Recreation Association provides funding to purchase, jerseys, safety equipment and promotional materials for this exciting co-ed program which teaches youth the fundamentals of football. Youth learn teamwork and good sportsmanship while developing fitness skills in this active, outdoor sport.

June – August at local neighborhood sites.

Sign up for league play at your local CRC Recreation center.

Volleyball tournaments cost $285/Team, and there are tournaments taking place through October. Call the Athletic Division at 352-4020 for more information.

  The Showboat Majestic, Cincinnati's floating slice of theatrical history is filled with musicals and comedies to please every patron.

The Showboat Majestic is located on Cincinnati's Public Landing and is a genuine National Historic Landmark. Built in 1923, it is America's last, original and intact showboat.  Moon Over Buffalo, and Sweet Charity will be playing this end of summer season.

Subscriptions: $78.00 - six shows @ $13.00 each.  (Does not include Day Camp, Tall Stacks, nor Frostbite Follies). Students & Seniors: $14.00 • Adults: $15.00.

Performances run Wednesday - Saturday @ 8:00 pm.  Sunday @ 2:00 & 7:00 pm. 

Please Note: The final Sunday of each series performance features a 2:00 pm performance only. Show titles are subject to change based on availability.

For more information on the Showboat Majestic's 2006 season, please contact the box office at (513)241.6550 or visit us at www.cincinnatilandmarkproductions.com

Don’t forget about this famous festival celebrating Cincinnati’s rich river culture and history! Tall Stacks will take place October 4-8. For more information visit www.tallstacks.com  

Archery is a sport for a life time. Join us as we learn the basics of shooting bow and arrow.  This class is geared for the beginner as well as experienced shooters.  Participants will learn basic skill involving safety, equipment selection, shooting techniques, and scoring.  In addition students will find out about other opportunities available in club and tournament play. Class will take place on Tuesdays, September 12- October 24 from 1:30-3:30pm. Call the Corryville Recreation Center at 221-0888 for more information.

Explore your backyard while getting into shape.  Students will learn the proper techniques for hiking, proper shoes and will make a hiking stick.  We will hike through local parks, one to two miles, carrying a day pack that includes water, food and an emergency kit. While hiking the woods our Don Brannen will be teaching the eco science of the forest that surrounds our neighborhood. Students should wear walking shoes first day of class. Classes will take place Wednesdays August 2&9 at Mckie Center. For more information call McKie Recreation Center at 681-8247.

Will take place Monday & Tuesday August 28 & 29 at Morgan’s Canoe for $75.

For more information about 50+ Adventure Programs call Lynn at 352-4012.

Kayaking Classes designed for the beginner student. Participants will learn the different type of Kayaks, basic

paddling techniques, safety procedures, and working of equipment.  Our instructor is Don Brannen a ACA certified Kayak instructor. Classes will take place Thursdays August 3&10 from 9:30-11:30am at McKie Pool. Cost is $55 plus city and pool membership. For more information call McKie Recreation Center at 681-8247.

The Sail Rider program is an introduction to sailing that includes boat etiquette, safe boating trips and a ride on a boat driven by the wind.  We will travel to Rocky Fork State Park in Hillsboro, Ohio by van.  Wednesday September 20 we will depart at 8:00a from the Lincoln Community Center 1027 Linn Street and returning approximately 6:00pm.  Cost is $20 plus city membership and participants need to bring snacks & water, box lunch included.

Call Lincoln Community Center at 721-6514

The Therapeutic Recreation Division is working with the Senior Division to include individuals with disabilities and/or arthritis into all CRC programs.  The Senior Division offers an array of programming:

• Senior Olympics

• Line dancing

• Art classes

• Outings....  just to name a few!

Please call Terry at 352-4015 if you have additional questions.

All programs offered by CRC are available for individuals with disabilities! The Therapeutic Recreation division offers many opportunities including  swimming, sports, dances, social events and outings.

If you are interested in being added to a mailing list for youth and teen inclusion programming, please call Sandy at 352-4028.

The programs listed below are available for participants with physical disabilities and visual impairments, beginner to advanced skill levels.  Participant eligibility is 5 and older.

These lessons are for anyone who would like to work individually with a PGA Pro at a CRC course near their home!  Lessons can be arranged with a specific pro that has experience working with individuals with disabilities.  You can arrange for as many or as few sessions as you like!  The fee is $20 per half hour.  For more information or to obtain the names of our PGA Pros at CRC courses, please call Alayne at 352-4945.

Youth and adult events available thru October. Youth Golf Events

Call your local golf course for tee times, events and availability:

• Group Instruction offers golfers – adult or junior – the opportunity to learn and/or improve their golf game in a group setting with similarly skilled golfers.

• Individual Instruction programs are catered to meet the specific needs of each golfer. To arrange for individual instruction, please contact the Head Golf Professional at your local CRC Golf Course.