Trips & Programs
Recreation Commission
MISSION
The purpose of the Recreation Commission to promote the general welfare of the community by providing recreational activities for children and other citizens of the Town of Woodstock.
For information about Camp Nahaco and their summer day camp, click here.
For information about Red Cross Swim Lessons at our Town Beach on Pond Factory in North Woodstock, click here.
MEETING SCHEDULE
The full Recreation Commission meets Monthly, usually on the second Tuesday of the month at 6:00 p.m. See the blue Calendar tab (above) for upcoming meetings. Special Subcommittee meetings are scheduled as needed. Agendas and minutes are available at the Town Hall and on this website. Meetings are open to the public.
MEMBERSHIP
The Recreation Commission is a five member group created by the Board of Selectman. The terms of office are two years running concurrently with the Board of Selectman each municipal election.
We need volunteers. Do you have great ideas? Would you like to see new programs? Do you have a little time? If you would like more information on how to get involved with this fun and dedicated commission, call us at (860) 928-0208 X305.
Current Members
- Laura Burke, Chair
- Bill Chaput
- Lisa Reardon
- Taff Tschamler
- Molly Thienel
Recreation Director: Karen Fitzpatrick
CONTACT INFORMATION
- Send regular mail to: Recreation Commission, 415 Route 169, Woodstock, CT 06281-3039
- Email: click HERE
- Phone: (860) 928-6595 x305 or 860-315-5175
New Recreation Park Facility: Senexet Village Road, (Behind the Beeches Real Estate off Route 171) : Soccer field, walking trail and basketball court. New playground equipment coming Spring 2011. For more information contact the Recreation Department or the Highway Department.
Toddler Time: Session begins September 2010 and runs through June 13, 2011. Pre-Registration is required as space is limited. Free program 2 Mondays per month from 10:30am to 11:15am. Children from birth to 4 years old - Singing, dancing with hand instruments, stories and crafts. Contact the Recreation Director to register.
2011 Recreation Programs & Trips
Adult Co-Ed Volleyball: 2/28 through 6/15 @ Woodstock Academy Field House Gym – Monday Evenings @ 7:30 p.m.
Annual fee: $10 pp
Gentle Yoga: 4/04/2011 through 05/09/2011 @ Hyde Cultural Center – Monday Evenings @ 6:30 p.m. $65 pp (6 week session)
Non-residents welcome!
Adult Beginner Country Line Dancing: Fridays, from April 29 to June 10, 2011 (No Class on May 20)
Time: 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Woodstock Elementary School Cafeteria, Frog Pond Rd, Woodstock - Out of Towner's Welcome!
Cost: $40.00 pp (New Students) $25.00 pp (Returning Students) - See Registration Form for more information.
Annual Easter Egg Hunt @ Roseland Cottage: Saturday April 16, 2011. Free to Woodstock Residents ages 10 & under.
Egg Hunt starts at 1:00p.m. Sharp! Don't forget your camera.
The Easter Bunny will be there too! (Rain Date: April 17, 2011)
Squirt Soccer: Woodstock Residents Ages 3 & 4. Program begins May 14, 2011. $22 pp - family max is $40.
This program runs for 5 weeks on Saturdays, 8:00 am - 8:30 am at Woodstock Elementary School.
Town Beach Swim Lessons: Registrations will be held on June 13 and June 20 from 5:00 - 7:00 pm at Woodstock Town Hall Lower Level. Participants must be 3 years & older.
All lessons are taught by certified Red Cross Instructors.
Two sessions are available: Session I : July 5 - July 15, Session II : July 18 - July 29.
The cost per session for Woodstock residents is $25 for the first child, $15 for each additional child. Cost for Non - Residents is $30 pp. Adult lessons also available.
Summer Tennis Lessons for Adults: Evening lessons on Tuesday and Thursday nights from July 5 - August 11. See registration form for more details.
Summer Tennis Lessons for Children: Morning lessons daily from July 5 - August 19. See registration form for more details.
CT Plays 3-Sports (Basketball, Soccer, and Baseball): Designed for young athletes who want to learn the proper techniques for the basic fundamental skills along with team strategies. All players will receive a CT Plays game jersey. Program runs from July 11-15. See registration form for more details.
2011 Summer Soccer Clinic: August 1 - 4 (Monday-Thursday) from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm at the Woodstock Middle School. See registration form for more details.
Adult Intro to Kenpo Flow: Wednesdays Evenings from April 27 - June 1, 2011.
A complete martial art system presented in a low impact manner. Students will learn techniques and self defense concepts of the American Kenpo system. See registration form for more details.
Seniors Kenpo Flow for Health: Wednesday Mornings from April 27 - June 1, 2011.
Seniors will gain many benefits to their overall physical and mental health by utilizing low-impact routines. See registration form for more details.
Introduction to Pre-School Karate: Tuesdays from April 26 - May 31, 2011 (Ages 3 & 4) Time: 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm.
Location: Brian Walsh's American Martial Arts Training Academy. See registration form for more information
Memorial Day 6.2 Mile Road Race: Monday, May 30, 2011. Starting Time: 9:00 am Sharp. $10 Preregistration Fee.
Please see Registration Form for more information.
NOTE: To register for these programs please download the registration form. Contact Karen Fitzpatrick at 860-315-5175 or This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for any additional information.
2011 Trips
Boston: Saturday, June 4, 2011. $25 pp. Motor Coach leaves the Woodstock Town Hall at 8:30 a.m.
Salem, Massachusetts & the Salem Witch Museum:
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Trip includes motor coach and ticket to Salem Witch Museum. - See Application PDF for rates.) You may purchase a seat without the Museum ticket. Motor Coach leaves the Town Hall at 8:00am.
Adult: $35 pp ages 14 & up; Senior: $33 pp ages 62 & up; Youth: $31pp ages 6-14; Youth: $26pp 5 & under; Seat Only: $27pp
New York City: Our most popular annual trip! Saturday, November 26, 2011, $40pp. Spend the day on your own in the city that never sleeps during the most wonderful time of the year! Motor coach leaves the Woodstock Town Hall at 6:30am and returns at approximately 9:30pm.
To make reservations contact the Recreation Director at 860-315-5175 or by email (click HERE) and a registration form will be emailed to you. Forms can be downloaded.
Twilight Concert Series
Sponsored by Woodstock Recreation Commission & Roseland Cottage, Historic New England
The Little Big Band
7pm Friday July 15, 2011 (Rain Date: July 18)
A local favorite every year! Jazz, swing and classic big band.
The Windham Concert Band
7pm Friday July 22, 2011 (Rain Date: July 25)
Classical and contemporary music and show tunes make this band so popular.
Sweet Daddy Cool Breeze
7pm Saturday August 13, 2011 (Rain Date: August 16)
Blues, rock and roots! Very Upbeat.
All concerts are free of charge to the public and held at Roseland Cottage (Pink House) on Route 169 in Woodstock CT. Attendees are encouraged to bring chairs, blankets and a picnic dinner.
COMMUNITY CLEAN UP DAY ON WALKING TRAILS
Woodstock held a Community Clean Up Day at our new Recreation Park Walking Trails. Nine volunteers work from 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the woods, collecting two town dump truck loads of old glass, rusty car and truck parts, tires, barrels and other trash on April 10, 2010. Volunteers included Jeff Bartolomie, Zack Bartolomie, Christopher Bates, Laura Burke, Mackenzie Cooney, John Navarro, and Karen Fitzpatrick of Woodstock, Emily Navarro of Pomfret, and Thomas Hull of Brooklyn.
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NEW YORK CITY BUS TRIP
It's that time of year again! Our annual NYC Bus Trip is filling up quickly!
New York City: Our most popular annual trip; Saturday, November 26, 2011: $40.00 pp. Spend the day on your own in the city that never sleeps during the most wonderful time of the year! Motor coach leaves the Woodstock Town Hall at 6:30 a.m. and returns at approximately 9:30 p.m.
To make reservations contact the Recreation Department at 860-928-0208 x305 and leave a message or call 860.315.5175 or email (click HERE) and a registration form will be emailed to you. Forms can also be printed (click HERE).