Family & Adult

Family

Fly Fishing Clinics

13 years and up

As a beginner or intermediate fly fisher you will learn more about equipment, skills, as well as the biology of fish and forage. You will develop skills at your level about rigging the rod, mounting and using the reel and tying on lines and flies.  The skills include beginning and intermediate casting, presentation, and hook set, which prepare you for your initial success and future fly fishing adventures. Our instructor, Tony, has a vast knowledge of fly fishing. Bring your own equipment if you have it or we will provide equipment if you need it. You will have a terrific learning experience in a course that can be adjusted to meet your fly fishing needs.

Location: Community Center
Fee: $20 per clinic or $50 for all 3 clinics
Limit: 1/6

7001 Sat 5/26 11:00 am-12:30 pm Fly Tying

7002 Sat 6/2 11:00 am-12:30 pm Presentation

7003 Sat 6/9 11:00 am-12:30 pm Hook Set

Quiz-Kids

10-13 years

Is your kid a Whiz – kid that seems destined for a Jeopardy tournament?   Do they follow you around spouting all sorts of facts from silly to serious?  Then Quiz bowl is the game for them!   Played in Middle Schools, High Schools and Colleges around the country, teams of 5 take each other on in a battle of wits.   In this program inquisitive kids will learn how to acquire trivial knowledge and share it at lightning speed with a buzzer in hand.  Miss Irene is the coach of the Wauconda High School Scholastic Bowl Quiz team, (qualifying for Nationals two years in a row) and she wants to share this fun game with all your mini mega-brains – so come join the fun!  No Class 7/3.

Location: Community Center
Fee: $45/53 (6 weeks)

Limit: 6/10

Code: 3026 Tues 6/12-7/24 4:00-5:00 pm

Pampered Pooch Parties

All dogs and their owners

Give your pampered pooch a day of activity and excitement!  Each month features a fun filled themed party which has something for every four legged friend. Whether it’s long nature walks, romping around the playgrounds or snuggled up to a loving pet attendant, Fido will receive lots of personal attention.  A “pet made” craft and a gourmet treat is also on agenda for the day.  Contact Bark N Town at (815) PLZ-BARK for vaccination requirements.

Location: Bark N Town 27607 W. Brandenburg rd, Ingleside, IL
Fee: $25 per date

Limit: 2/10

Code:

7020 Wed 6/13 “Paw”thers Day

7021 Wed 7/11 Dog Days of Summer

7022 Wed 8/8 Back to Drool

7023 Wed 9/19 DogtoberFest

Summer Beach Fiesta

Family

Join us for a sunny Saturday afternoon of entertainment, goofy games, sand castle building and conclude the day Root Beer floats. Everyone is welcome so grab your lawn chairs and some sunscreen and join us. All participants will be entered into a door prize drawing.

Location: Beach Park
Fee: $6/8, $1 for beach pass holders
Code: 9000 Sat 7/7 1:00-4:00 pm

7th Annual Fishing Derby

4-15 year with parent

Join the Bangs Lake Advisory Committee for the 7th Annual Kids Fishing Derby on Bangs Lake. Lunch, prizes, and tons of fun will be provided. Adults must accompany kids on a boat or on the shore. Life jackets must be worn at all times. Bring your fishing gear, bait will be provided. Register at the Village Hall, Lindy’s, Wauconda Boat, or email bangslk@yahoo.com.

Location: Wauconda Park District Boat Launch
Fee: Free with lunch and prizes

Sat 6/30 7:00 am-12:00 pm

Bang Lake Boat Tours

Adults and children 8+

Enjoy the sparkle of clear waters while learning about the lake’s natural history and ecological treasures. Watch for wildlife and develop an understanding of how our daily activities can help reserve the lake.

These 90 minutes excursions are led by Wauconda resident, Jane Richards, who brings the interpretive insight gained from her work as a volunteer naturalist and lake monitor.

Tours depart from Wauconda Boat Marina. Save your seat today. Sponsored by the Bangs Lake Advisory Committee and Marina Boat Marina. In case of inclement weather, tours may be cancelled. For more information and to sign up, call or e-mail: John Lambert at (847) 404-6349 or at lambertart@sbcglobal.net.

Location: Wauconda Boat Marina
Fee: $5 donation will help support the Bangs Lake Advisory Committee

Fri June-July Begins at 9 am

Final Beach Bash

Family

Bring the entire family to our traditional cookout finale of our beach season. Get ready for some wacky games, prizes, raffles, entertainment by a DJ, and much more. All participants will be entered into a drawing for a 2013 beach pass. Food and beverage will be available for purchase.

Location: Beach Park
Fee: $6/8, $1 for beach pass holders
Code: 9001 Sun 8/26 1:00-4:00 pm

Beginning Piano Lessons

6+ years

Grab a friend and learn how to play the piano together!  Group lessons provide a piano ensemble experience that you will never forget.  In this class, students will learn note recognition, counting out rhythms and the five-finger positions in the keys of C and G. This class will enhance listening skills and hand coordination. Students will have fun experimenting with sound.  Handbooks for the class can be purchased from the instructor the first day of class. The instructor will contact students prior to the first week of class, and will set up class time according to your availability and students abilities.  Classes will be ½ hour in length. No class 7/20 and 7/21.

Location: Community Center
Fee: $148/156 (8 weeks)
Limit: 4/6
Code:

7006 Fri 6/15-8/10 3:00-7:00 pm

7007 Sat 6/16-8/11 8:30-11:00 am

Guitar Lessons

6+ years

This class is for anyone, from beginning to advanced, ages six years and up. Topics include, but are not limited to, ear training, sight-reading, scales and chords, composition, theory, technique, repertoire, improvisation, and finger picking. Styles covered will be folk, blues, rock, jazz, and classical. You must have an acoustic or electric guitar to participate. Please indicate on registration form your desired time.  We will do our best to accommodate your request.  Someone will call you 48 hours before the start of class to set up time. No class 7/4.

Location: Community Center
Ages: Active Adult
Fee: $148/156 (8 weeks)
Limit: 4/12
Code: 7005 Wed 6/20-8/15 4:00-7:00 pm

Come Play at the Park

Family

Explore some of the wonderful parks that the Wauconda Park District has to offer. Come on out as a family to enjoy these parks. We will play fun games, have sports equipment for use, and have time for the kids to run around. All parks that we explore have playgrounds. Bring your lunch and join us for some fun. Transportation is on your own.

Fee: Free

7008 Wed 6/6 11:00 am-1:00 pm Fieldbrook Park (2875 Liberty Lakes Blvd.)

7009 Wed 6/20 11:00 am-1:00 pm Larkdale Park (443 Larkdale Row)

7010 Wed 7/18 11:00 am-1:00 pm Sedgebrook Park (1 Dogwood Dr.)

7011 Wed 7/25 11:00 am-1:00 pm Saddlewood Park (787 Lippizan Ln.)

A Day on the Lawn

Family

Come out with your family for a day on the lawn. We will play fun games like bocce ball, shuffleboard, bean bag toss, horseshoes, Frisbee golf, and more! We will have refreshments. This is sure to be a fun time for you and your family. You must pre-register for this program.

Location: Behind the Community Center
Ages: Active Adult
Fee: $148/156 (8 weeks)
Limit: 4/12
Code: 7005 Wed 6/20-8/15 4:00-7:00 pm

Father and Son Sports Night

5-10 years with parent

What a great way to break up the week with your dad. Come and join us for a fun filled evening of dodgeball, scooter sports, basketball, and floor hockey. We will also be serving pizza and pop.

Fee: $10/15
Limit: 10/30
Code:

7015 Mon 6/11 6:30-8:00 pm

7016 Mon 7/16 6:30-8:00 pm

Chicago Cubs vs. Milwaukee Brewers with Tailgating, Milwaukee, WI

10 years and up

Let’s head up to Miller Park and watch the great game of baseball.  There is nothing like a day game in early fall to watch the Cubs vs. the Brewers!  Enjoy an afternoon at the ballpark cheering on your favorite team. We will have seats in the terrace box location and regardless of the weather the game will go on.  We plan to arrive early so we can tailgate with the rest of the fans.  We will provide hotdogs, chips, and salad to eat.  Participant must bring their own beverages.  We will leave immediately following the game; let us do the driving so that you enjoy your time at the ballpark.  The fees include your entrance ticket and transportation by the Park District van and food for tailgating. Please Note: an adult must accompany anyone under the age of 18.

Ages: Active Adult
Fee: $55/63
Limit: 5/10
Code: 7017 Wed 8/22 9:15 am-6:00 pm

Chicago Rush vs Georgia Force Arena Football

Family

Join us as we take a trip to the Allstate Arena to see the Chicago Rush take on the Georgia Force. Chicago Rush games are fast-paced and action-packed fun for the whole family! Seats are located in the blue upper level sideline. Registration Deadline is 6/1/12.

Fee: $32/40 per person
Limit: 8/14
Code: 7018 Sat 6/16 5:30-11:30 pm

(Game begins at 7 pm)

Extended Trips

For additional information and a detailed Itinerary regarding trips please call Sara Schuring at

847/526- 3610 x102 or email me at sschuring@waucondaparks.com.

Hooray for Hollywood in Iowa!

June 2012 3 Days

Minneapolis & the Great River Road

June 2012 5 Days

Niagara Falls & Toronto

June 2012 6 Days

Summertime Mini-Mystery Tour

July 2012 3 Days

Greenfield Village & Henry Ford Museum

September 2012 3 Days

Hudson River Valley & Adirondacks of NY

October 2012 7 Days

Washington DC & WWII Memorial

October 2012 5 Days

Las Vegas Holiday

November 2012 5 Days

Active Adult

Community CPR, First Aid, and AED

These are all American Red Cross certified classes. Certification is received after passing both a written and skills test given at the end of each course. NOTE: If you take CPR and First Aid or CPR and AED then the discounted fee is $65/73. If you enroll in all three courses, the cost is $80/88.

Location: Community Center
Ages: Adult
Fee: $50/58
Limit: 5/10

Community First Aid –

All aspects of first aid will be covered from minor scrapes to broken bones. This class is a must for anyone working with children. Books and supplies are included.

Code: 6000 Sun 7/1 10:00 am-2:00 pm

Community CPR –

This class will train you to administer CPR to victims of all ages. Skills include performing rescue breathing, clearing an obstructed airway, and performing one-rescuer CPR. Books and materials are included. You must register two weeks prior to the start of class.

Code: 6001 Sat 6/30 10:00 am-2:00 pm

Community AED –

In this class, you will be trained on the use of an Automated External Defibrillator. This is a device present in many work environments that analyzes heart rhythms and determines if a shock is needed to re-establish an effective rhythm. You must be CPR certified to take this class.

Code: 6002 Sat 6/30 2:30-3:30 pm

Defensive Driving for 55 & Older

55+ Acive Adult
This 4-hour national safety council class offers adults the chance to brush up on driving skills, and decrease the chance of accidents occurring. This class covers defensive driving habits, common driving errors, making split second decisions, and handling overall traffic situations. Check with your insurance company to determine if this class will entitle you to a discount on your auto insurance.

Location: Community Center
Ages: Active Adult
Fee: $3
Limit: 15/100
Code: 6013 Sat 7/28  9:00 am-1:00 pm

Senior Lawn Leagues

55+ Acive Adult

Time to get physical – athletic style and sign up for one, two, or all three of our senior lawn leagues! Our leagues consist of 10 regular season games (2 games per team per day) and a single-elimination tournament at the end of the season. If you are an individual and don’t have a teammate then call Mark Ftacek at 847-526-3610 to be put on an extra player list.  This is a great way to socialize within the community while enjoying yourself at the same time. No games 7/4 and 7/5.

Ages: Active Adult
Fee: $25 per team per league ($20 per team per league if you sign up for more than one league)

Limit: 4/18 teas per league
Code:

6004 Horseshoes Wed 6/6-7/18 2:00-4:00 pm

6005 Shuffleboard Thurs 6/7-7/19 2:00-4:00 pm

6006 Bocce Ball Thurs 6/7-7/19 4:00-6:00 pm

Summertime Fun on Bangs Lake

Acive Adult

Come to Cook Park and enjoy a sunny summer afternoon with friends.  Challenge your friends to a game of bocce ball, horseshoes, bags or shuffle board.  If you are more into nature take a stroll along the banks of Bangs Lake on our lakefront trail or fish off our accessible fishing pier.  We will also be offering pontoon boat rides on Bangs Lake, the boat rides leave from the accessible pier.  We will provide a picnic lunch of hamburgers, hot dogs, chips, potato salad, dessert and all the fixings of a great barbeque.  Bring a lawn chair, friends and sunscreen we will do everything else.  We would like to thank Wauconda Park District, Wauconda Library and Wauconda health Care and Rehabilitation for sponsoring this event.

Location: Behind Community Center
Fee: $3
Limit: 15/100
Code: 7019 Wed 9/5 10:00 am-1:00 pm

Adult Trips

Trip Policies

Pick up/Drop off: Departure times are set and abided by.  If changes occur, participants will be notified by phone.  Return times may vary depending on traffic or weather conditions.  However, all is done to return on time.  Pick-up/drop off location for all trips is the parking lot by the softball field at the Community Center.

Refunds: Refunds are given under the following conditions:

- The trip is cancelled by the Wauconda Park District.

- Person asking for a refund finds a replacement for the trip.

- Park District has a waiting list and is able to sell your ticket.

If we have not met our registration minimum by the deadline date (if one is listed) then the trip will be cancelled and a full refund will be issued.  All payments are required in full at time of registration.

How much walking is involved?

1. Minimal Walking
2. Moderate Walking
3. Significant amounts of walking

Seadog Speed Cruise, Chicago, IL

2-Moderate Walking

This 30-minute Speedboat Lake Tour is the best way to view Chicago from the lake, combining an exciting speedboat ride along the shoreline with informative and amusing descriptions of the world famous Chicago skyline!  As you depart Chicago’s Navy Pier, your Captain will tell you interesting facts about the Pier and Chicago’s lakefront. Your Captain will then crank up the music and race south past Navy Pier to Chicago’s Museum Campus where you will pause to hear about Chicago’s interesting lakefront landmarks, architecture and history. Seadog will then race north past Navy Pier to cruise the Magnificent Mile giving you unique views of the Sears Tower, Buckingham Fountain and Grant Park along the way. Finally, you will race back to Navy Pier to the thrilling sound of our turbo-charged engines.  We will allow time at Navy Pier to eat and shop. 

Fee: $39/47
Limit: 4/8
Code: 7004 Mon 7/16 9:15-4:00 pm

Sail Windy and Navy Per, Chicago, IL

2- Moderate Walking

Summer in the city is always fun, but we are going on an adventure!!  As a true sailing ship, WINDY has all the character and charm of the Golden Age of Sail.  She is a 148-foot traditional four masted gaff topsail schooner.  We are going to board WINDY at 7:15 pm for an evening Rum Runner cruise.  Our cruise will be 75 minutes and we will hear how ships just like the WINDY, were used by hardened criminals and citizens turned to crooks -smuggled booze to the “dry” City of Chicago.  While on board there is an open cash bar. Before boarding the WINDY we will have 2 hours of free time at Navy Pier to enjoy the summer atmosphere and have dinner on your own.  Fees include transportation and cruise.  This trip is not handicapped accessible and participants must have secure footing to board the ship.   Register by: June 21.

Fee: $45/53
Limit: 5/10
Code: 8001 Thurs 8/30 3:45-10:45 pm

Shedd Aquarium, Chicago, IL

3- Significant amount of walking

Come explore the underworld adventures at the Chicago Shedd Aquarium.  Our visit will include the Abbott Oceanarium where you will see the vibrant coastal ecosystem of the beluga whales, Pacific white-sided dolphins, sea otters and sea lions. From here, we will explore the Wild Reef and current exhibits.  Our day will not be complete unless we see the famous Aquatic Show.  Lunch will be on your own either at the Bubble Net or Deep Ocean Café.  Trip includes transportation by Park District Shuttle Bus, admission to the Shedd, Aquatic Show, and the exhibits.  Deadline date: Aug. 15.  No coupons.

Fee: $40/48
Limit: 5/7
Code: 8000 Tues 9/18 8:30 am-5:30 pm

Chinatown Food Tour, Chicago, IL

3- Significant amount of walking

Explore the remarkable and historic ethnicity, culture and foods that define Hong Kong and mainland China as you taste authentic Canton, Mandarin and Szechuan cuisine from five Chinese owned and operated restaurants, food stores and ethnic bakeries.  Bypass the language and cultural barriers and join us as we take you behind the scenes in the heart of Chicago’s most iconic food destination waiting to be explored.  Stops include Hong Kong-style Dim Sum, Beijing Peking duck diner and America’s #1 rated Szechuan cuisine. The total walking distance covered during the 3.25-hour walking tour is approximately 1 mile; tastings are conducted on-the-go and seating is provided for a total of 45 minutes during the course of the tour.  Fee include: tastings, tour, gratuity and transportation. Register by July 6.

Location: Softball field parking lot
Fee: $91/99
Limit: 2/5
Code: 8002 Fri 7/27 8:30 am-4:30 pm

Fair Oaks Dairy, Fair Oaks, IN

3- Significant amount of walking

Fair Oaks Dairy Farm is one of the Midwest’s best kept secrets, and if you haven’t see it- don’t miss it!  It’s a dairy farm like no other- 28,000 cows that produce 4,000,000 glasses of milk every day! The “Cow Bus” drives right through the barns for a close-up look at their habitat in a bio-safe manner.  See the carousel that milks 72 cows simultaneously, the dairy adventure 3D/4D movie, view the cheese and ice cream factory, and don’t miss the birthing barn.  Over 80 calves are born each day, so you may as well have the opportunity to view a live birth.  Lunch is on your own at the café, where you can enjoy their world famous grilled cheese sandwiches.  Transportation is by motor coach and lunch is on your own.

Location: Softball field parking lot

Fee: $42.50
Limit: 4/10
Code: 8006 Mon 6/25 8:45 am-6:15 pm

Lynfred Winery and Impecca Restaurant

2- Moderate Walking

It’s that perfect time of year to re-stock that empty wine cellar.  Lynfred Winery is one of the original places in Illinois that offers the wine lover a look into the creative old-time process of producing wine.  We will start off with a tour of the winery which is located within a beautiful colonial style home in Roselle, IL.  Following the tour, we will have the opportunity to taste 7 different wines.  After our day at the winery is finished, we will head to Impecca Restaurant.  Lunch options consist of: Impecca Burger, Chicken Sandwich, or Chicken Caesar Salad.  Fee includes transportation, winery tour, wine tasting, and lunch.

Location: Softball field parking lot
Fee: $29/37
Limit: 4/9
Code: 8004 Fri 6/15 9:45 am-4:00 pm

Out and about at the Casino

2- Moderate Walking

Traffic and high gas prices keeping you away from the casino or are you looking for an afternoon of fun and trying to see if lady luck is on your side.  Let the park district make it easy on you when we provide transportation to all your favorite casino hot spots.  Go to the casino and try your hand at the latest games and all your favorites in the denominations you love to play.  This summer we will visit two remodeled and improved casinos with even more slot play.  So grab a friend your player’s card and let’s try our luck at slots or table games.

Limit: 5/13
Code:

8005 Hollywood Casino-Joliet   Tues 6/19 8:30 am-5:00 pm $12/14 lunch on own

8003 Horseshoe-Hammond, IN Thurs 7/19 8:30 am-5:30 pm $22/24 lunch & $10 gaming

The Dancing Horses, Lake Geneva, WI

2- Moderate Walking

This attraction was created in the midst of a stunning 40-acre Arabian horse farm lush with gardens and interactive animal experiences. The Dancing Horses Theatre presents an enchanting Vegas-style performance unparalleled anywhere else. From the moment the show opens until the finale, the audience of all ages sits spellbound, applauding each equine performer and trainer, exclaiming in wonder, chuckling at the humor, and even wiping the occasional tear when a moment of connection touches a heartstring. The show concludes with the Dancing Waters, which features hundreds of water jets that are choreographed to music and presented in a brilliant kaleidoscope of changing lights. After we see the horse show you will be given time to explore the baby barn to visit animals. We will then view the Exotic Bird Show where you will meet amazing parrots! These tropical treasures can roller skate, play basketball and sing.  A boxed lunch will include a turkey croissant, homemade potato salad, seasonal fresh fruit, desert and beverage.  Trip includes transportation by Park District van, the horse and bird shows, boxed lunch and tour of the baby barn.

Fee: $52/60
Limit: 4/10
Code: 8007 Tues 8/7 10:00 am-6:00 pm

A Day at the Races

1- Minimal waling

The horses are running strong at Park Place.  Come join this fun day of predicting which horses will win/show/place. You will receive raffle tickets for every time you have a winner.  These tickets will go toward winning prize baskets. In addition, we will have a contest for the best derby hat.  Finally, we will have a 50/50 raffle ($1.00).  Lunch is included and a cash bar will be available.  Come try your luck and have fun.

Location: Softball field parking lot
Limit: 5/14
Fee: $12/18
Code: 8008 Thurs 7/12 11:00 am-3:00 pm

Arlington Park Race Track

Arlington Heights, IL

2-Moderate amount of walking

Spend an unforgettable afternoon at one of Illinois’s top attraction facilities, Arlington Park Race Track.  You will experience the ultimate pageantry, color and the thrill of Thoroughbred Racing.  Whether you come to bet or just to experience the thunder of hooves as the horses race pass, you surely will enjoy your day out.  Lunch is on your own.  Sack lunches are permitted, no glass bottles. Transportation will be by Park District van. Register By: August 5.

Location: Softball field parking lot

Fee: $12/19

Limit: 6/13

Code: 8010 Thurs 8/16 10:30 am-6:00 pm

Senior Luau, Crystal Lake, IL

2- Moderate walking

Aloha again from Crystal Lake Park District main beach.  Let’s go and enjoy a brand new show and costumes from the Royal Polynesian Review.  Light refreshments will be served.  In case of inclement weather, the luau will be held at the Crystal Lake Park District’s Park Place.  Bring your own lawn chair and sunscreen. Register by August.

Fee: $10/12
Limit: 6/12
Code: 8009 Wed 8/1 5:15-8:00 pm