Ten tree trail walk

Wednesday 7^th September, West Bank Park, 6.30pm to 7.30pm

Wednesday 28^th September, Rowntree Park, 6pm to 7pm

Come and join us for a fun, educational guided nature walk, open to all ages, learn the history and uses of the trees and how to identify them.  Children must be accompanied.

To book your free place, for West bank Park contact Jenny Cairns on 07833 436832  Jennifer.cairns@york.gov.uk 

For Rowntree Park contact Rachel Simpson on 07584 205240  Rachel.simpson@york.gov.uk

The Ten Tree Trail leaflets are also available to download online at: http://www.york.gov.uk/environment/Parks_and_open_spaces/Parks_and_open_spaces_general/Ten_tree_trails/

 

Nordic walk to better health

Nordic Walking is ordinary walking but so much more – it makes something we can all do…. twice as effective!
Nordic Walking uses poles to in order to add two major benefits to walking 

• The use of poles means the upper body muscles are used as well as the legs
• The poles help to propel the walker along – this means he/she works harder than usual, yet the support given by the poles makes it feel easier!

Nordic walking is suitable for most fitness levels and abilities. Suitable from 18 yrs and upwards.  To register your interest and reserve a place contact either Catriona Sudlow or Fiona Barker on 01904 553440 or e-mail fiona.barker@york.gov.uk/ catriona.Sudlow@york.gov.uk

   Nordic Walking course dates

Monday 5^th September to 3^rd October (excluding 12^th September) 10.00am – 11.00am at Poppleton Centre

Tuesday 6^th –27^th September 10.00am – 11.00am at Rawcliffe Country Park.

Tuesday 6^th, 13^th September and Thursday 8^th and 15^th September 1.00pm – 2.00pm at Strensall Village Hall.

Dunnington Course from Dunnington Sports and Social Club planned for October start - dates TBC

Courses costs £20.00 for the four sessions this includes equipment.

Rowntree Park serves up tennis coaching

Throughout the summer Rowntree Park is running a full coaching schedule to cater for all ages.  The sessions are suitable for beginners, rusty rackets and those that have played a bit before.  A fully qualified LTA coach will be on hand to put you through your paces. 

There are sessions running on various times and days throughout the week so you’ll be able to find one that suits you best. 

If you would like to attend please contact the coach so he can advise what day and time is best.

Andy Crockett crockettfamily1@btinternet.com 07926 172939

Acomb Green summer fair

Sat 27 Aug, 1pm to 3.30pm

This is the last of the summer fairs by the Ranger Service this year and will be opened by the Mayor.

 There will be face painting, bouncy castles, community stalls, birds of prey and much more to do and see.

No Parking is available, please use alternative transport.

No booking required just come down and enjoy

Celebrate Ability

Tue 23 Aug, 10am to 4pm at Energise

Energise is hosting a one-day festival of disability sport, offering citizens of York the opportunity to come and try out a wide variety of disability and inclusive sports. Activities include Paralympic sports such as swimming, athletics, boccia, football, goalball, wheelchair basketball. There are also sessions for the other accessible forms of physical activity that are available within the City of York including wheelchair rugby, danceability, new age kurling, and gymability. Residents wanting to try climbing, swimming and the gym will need to book their place directly with Energise Tel:01904 552424. The day will feature special guest Alan Rayment, Paratriathlete, who hopes to represent Great Britain when his event is included in the Paralympic programme for the first time in 2016. The day will also celebrate Energise successfully gaining reaccreditation of the Inclusive Fitness Initiative for their gym. You don’t need to have a disability to take part, the event is open to anyone who would like to try out a disability sport. For more information contact Simon Kumar on 01904 553440.

Solar expedition on 2 wheels

Mon 22 Aug, 6.45pm to 8.45pm - Guided cycle ride starts from underneath Clifton Bridge, Water End

This 2-hour exploration will take you along the recently improved Orbital route on a mix of on and off road routes. Ride suitable for those who are confident on roads and in traffic. Ride not suitable for trailers or recumbent cycles. Please ensure you bring lights, as the ride will finish in the dark. You need a road worthy bike, spare inner tube, suitable clothing and a drink. Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Contact Fiona Barker on (01904) 553440 or e-mail fiona.barker@york.gov.uk for further information if required.

Batty about bats

Enjoy a night time walk in the dark with the experts looking for bats using bat detectors - don't forget your torch!

~Time: 8pm to 9.30pm

Tue 16 Aug - Hull Rd Park
Wed 17 Aug - Rawcliffe Country Park
Thu 18 Aug - Clifton Backies
Mon 22 Aug - Acomb Wood
Wed 24 Aug - Hob Moor
Thu 25 Aug - Rowntree Park

All children must be accompanied by an adult.  Please bring a torch if you have one.  Booking essential.  Please contact Clair Merrifield to book at Hull Road Park, Rawcliffe Country Park and Clifton Backies on 07769 963127 or clair.merrifield@york.gov.uk.  To book at Acomb Wood, Hob Moor or Rowntree Park please contact Jenny Cairns on 07833 436832 or Jennifer.cairns@york.gov.uk