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Recreation

AMHERST RECREATION DEPARTMENT

4 Cross Rd, Amherst, NH 03031

603 673-6248

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Peabody Mill Environmental Center

66 Brook Road

603 673-1141

www.amherstrec.org

Late Summer Recreation Programs

We have now entered the second half of summer and hope you have enjoyed some time outside on our trails, at the lake, or at camp. Campers swim lessons will wrap up in the next few weeks, but we are looking ahead to exciting fall programs! Adult and youth sports are open for registration with more programs on the way!

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Mountain Bike Trip

njoy the some of the best mountain biking in the country while spending time with fellow riders both on and off the trail. Accommodations will be at the Kingdom Farm Lodge where you will be able to relax, shower, and clean/fix your bike after a long days ride. 

   October 2-4

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Creative Arts Outside

Join us for an outdoor creative arts class at Buck Meadow! We have classes for ages 4-13. Class will focus on watercolor paint exploration. This includes watercolor glue paintings/salt watercolor paintings and watercolor painting not on paper! All art materials are included and provided. All creations are brought home at the end of the class.

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Compass of Writing

Do you love to write? Are you working on the next best selling story, book, or play?

Writing fiction or non-fiction is easy, fun, and so rewarding — both to the writer and the reader! Come learn the “compass” of good writing, with a touch of science! Ages 11-14

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Outdoor Eco Classroom

This fall PMEC is excited to offer outdoor programs that will compliment remote, online, and in-person learning. Using curriculum from our field trip, the PMEC educators have developed programming that is in line with the current curriculum standards. Students can come to PMEC to learn about science, nature, animals in the environment, and much more.

For Adults

For Kids

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Beach Yoga

Strengthen and stretch in this class as you build your mind-body-spirit connection. The benefits of yoga and meditation include increased strength, flexibility and focus; and decreased stress and tension. This class includes gently flowing sun salutations, breath work, meditation and relaxation.

   Saturdays 8-9am

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Barre and Pilates

Keep up with your physical and mental health and well-being and Zoom Barre and Pilates classes with Shannon.

   New Session Begins August 24th

   Mondays from 6-7pm

   Thursdays from 6-7pm

   Saturdays from 9:30-10:30am

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Full Moon Hike

Have you ever hiked in the woods at night without a flashlight? You will be amazed how well you can see in the full moonlight without one. Afterwards there will be hot coco or lemonade (depending on the season) around the fire, as well as stories to share.

All ages and families welcome.

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