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Now that school is out for the summer, kids have more time in their day to fill with fun physical activity. Here are 5 activities perfect for kids this summer!
1. Water Days at Fayette County Park
Adventure Fayette County has been doing ‘water days’ at the Fayette County Park and other locations for years, but this is the first time Active SWV is partnering to spread the word to more kids and families. Join the fun on July 2nd and 18th, spend the evening with the kids trying out stand up paddle boarding and kayaking on the park pond. This program is led by trained volunteers, and all equipment is provided.
Read more program details on our calendar here.
Please sign-up for a free membership and pre-register for the event before attending!
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2. Run an Active SWV Race for FREE
Active SWV has two race event fundraisers this summer – the Star Spangled Races at Wolf Creek Trails 5k & 15k on July 6th, and the Lake Stephens Finns Up 5k on July 20th. Kids ages 12 and under run for free in the Star Spangled Races 5k, and in a special kids Splash Dash at the Lake Stephens Finns Up event.
Proceeds from both race events go towards supporting free Kids Run Clubs in elementary schools across the region!
Read more about both race events and register here.
3. Art Project for Bridge Day 5k
Get creative with a fun art project this summer! Active SWV is holding a kids Youth Art Contest for anyone under age 18 to win TWO free entries into the Bridge Day 5k RUN on October 19th.
Interested youth can submit an original piece of art 5″x7″ or larger. Art pieces should be accompanied by a brief youth artist bio, what prompt the piece is inspired by, a description of the art piece, and a picture of the artist being active.
Read more contest details and submit here.
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4. Youth Rock Climbing
Active SWV is excited to offer youth Rock Climbing again this summer! Highly trained volunteers will teach participants the basics of climbing and give them a chance to try it out. All equipment is provided, and the experience is free.
Check our website calendar, updated monthly, for upcoming dates in July and August. Space is limited, so be sure to sign-up for a free membership and pre-register for the event to secure your spot!
See our calendar here.
5. Go on a Hike or Another Community Captain Led Activity!
This summer, get outside and explore a new trail with a group! Check our website calendar of Community Captain led programs, and pick a hike or a different activity to go do as a family. All programs are beginner friendly and open to all ages!
If you haven’t already, sign-up for your free Active SWV membership here.
Before attending programs, be sure to register through the MemberPlus app or online through InfoHub.
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