Tennis
The clay Tennis Courts are open Monday through Saturday from 8:00 am to 8:00 pm; Sunday hours are 1:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Reservations are recommended. Season Tennis membership: $140 for OPA members; $210 for non-OPA members. Half-Season membership: $75 for OPA members; $110 for non-OPA members. Membership includes round-robin play and all court rental fees. Memberships should be paid prior to play. Rates for non-tennis members are available at the tennis hut. Courts open for the season on June 24.
Children’s Clinics are on Tuesday and Thursday afternoons; registration required ($5 for OPA members; $7 for non-OPA members), limit six children per age group. Rackets are supplied. Start time for advanced players: 1:00 pm; 10 and up: 2:00 pm; 7 to 9-year-olds: 3:00 pm; 4-to 6-year-olds: 4:00 pm. Kids’ clinics run ¾ to 1 hour.
Round-robin sign up (see process below) is done prior to play at 7:45 am and 9:45 am. Men’s round-robin early start is at 8:00 am on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. Women’s round-robin early start is at 8:00 am on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday. Late start is at 10:15 am. Limit 24 players per Men's session;16 players for Women/Mixed session.Mixed Doubles mixers: 1:00 to 3:00 pm on Sunday, registration is required, limit 8 teams. Tennis court rentals, lessons, and group clinics are available from 12:30 pm until closing, Monday through Saturday.
For more information please call Tennis Director Wes Bell at the Tennis Hut, 934-9325, or via e-mail, wes_bell29@hotmail.com. Wes,Wes, a USPTA certified Tennis Professional, was named the 2012 Director of the Pavel Blackwood Academy of the South Seas Resort, Dunes Golf/Tennis Club, and Sundial Resort on Sanibel and Captiva Islands, during the winter months.
Round-robin is very popular; round-robin sign up works this way:
- You are encouraged to be at the courts on the morning you want to participate at 7:45 am and 10 am to get into the draw. At those times the pro will place numbers in a hat and players will draw for the first 24 positions.
- Players 1 through 12 will play in the first round; players 13 and up will play in the next round. Each round is one half-hour. All players must be present for the drawing.
- In the event 24 players are present at the time of the drawing, the first 12 players will play a one hour first half and players 13 through 24 will play the second half for one hour.
- If more than 24 players are present for the drawing, the pro will insert “sorry no play” cards. The pro will make every effort to encourage these players to make use of empty court time in the afternoon.
- Players who are not present for the drawing will check in with the pro for a playing assignment. All players must be present when the pro does the next round match up. These are done ten minutes prior to the next round going out.
- If players have time preferences they may trade positions - just let the pro know before match ups are completed at 8:00 am and 10 am.
There is a cardio tennis program on Tuesday nights, 6:00-7:30 pm. It is limited to 6 people on one court, based on signups. Open to all persons 18 and over. There will also be men’s, women’s, and stroke/drill clinics (times to be announced).
Shuffleboard
The Shuffleboard Courts at the corner of West Grand and Randall Avenues are under the management of Bob Badone. The courts are open from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm, Monday through Saturday. For schedules and fees drop by the courts for a visit. An open Family Fun Tournament is held every Thursday morning; register early to participate. Trophies are awarded to the winners.
Stop by the Shuffleboard Courts for an Ocean Park tradition—family fun for all ages. Instruction available for newcomers.
Move on Monday
On six Monday and Wednesday mornings, Zumba and T'ai Chi will be offered beginning July 8th through and including August 14th. Zumba combines Latin and International music with a fun and effective workout system. Tai chi has been referred to as 'yoga in motion,' a moving meditation – a powerful key to relaxation, increased focus and concentration. These classes are open to all ages and levels of ability. Cost: $5.00 per session. Come to one, several or all sessions. What a great way to start your mornings! Watch for specific location and times in the calendar of daily events.
Healthy You Series
Three special programs will be offered by Portland Aikido instructor, Ron Houle. On three successive Tuesdays: July 9th, 16th, and 23rd, Ron will introduce the Japanese martial art that emphasis relaxation, mindfulness and compassion for self and others. Bob Badone 17 Jesus said "love your enemies." In Aikido the way we defeat the enemy is to make the enemy our friend. We know that the "enemy" is our own negative self. In Aikido we develop coping skills to enable us to become more intimate and loving toward our self. Program is for teens and adults. If you can walk, you can do Aikido! Come for one or all three sessions. Teen to Adult. All Welcome! Jordan Hall.
Biking and Walking in Ocean Park
There are a number of good biking routes and hiking trails in Ocean Park and the surrounding area. Guild Park, a 10 acre old-growth white pine and spruce grove off Temple Avenue between Free Street and the railroad tracks has marked walking trails. Other trails are in the Rachel Carson National Wildlife Refuge; a trailhead is in the Oceanwood Camp at the end of Royal Street. More information and maps are available in the Visitor's Center at 14 Temple Avenue.
S'mores and More!
Drop by for a traditional campfire on the beach including s'mores, campfire songs, guitar players and silly skits. Great for the whole family! You bring a beach blanket or a chair, and we will supply the s'mores. July 3, July 25, and August 1, 7-9 pm. Hosted jointly with the Oceanwood Camp staff.
Oceanwood Camp & Conference Center
Maine's Premier Christian Summer Camp and Group Retreat location nestled on more than 100+ acres at the end of Royal Street in Ocean Park. Renew, Rejuvenate, Refresh & Relax in a Warm, Friendly Environment. Join us for any or all of our great 2013 programs! For more up to date information visit the Oceanwood web site (www.oceanwood.org) or contact the Oceanwood office at (207) 934-9655 or office@oceanwood.org.
Ferry Beach Ecology School Day Camps
Garden Nature Day Camp
July 8-12
July 22-26
9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
For children age 4 and up, and families.
Join us at the Ferry Beach teaching garden in summer 2013 to play in the soil, on the beach, and learn about where your food comes from! We will spend time working in the garden, harvesting fruits and vegetables and preparing and eating delicious snacks from the garden. We also spend every afternoon at the beach! Bring your creativity for garden arts and crafts projects and your sense of adventure for afternoon beach, salt marsh, forest, and freshwater explorations. FMI: http://www.fbes.org/workshops/
Family Nature Day Camp
July 1 thru 6 (no camp on July 4th)
10 am – 2pm.
An exploration of Nature and local ecosystems with a child in your life—children entering K thru 6th grade! Join Ferry Beach Ecology School for a five-day session held from 10 am to 2 pm in the Saco Bay area. Each day brings a new adventure for you and your child to experience together. For more information contact Meg Edstrom via email at meg@fbes.org or call her at 207-283-9951. http://www.fbes.org/workshops/#parentchildcamp
