Westlake Recreation spring programs

Spring has finally sprung! Well maybe not totally but it will, I know it will! As we move into May, the Westlake Recreation Department has several exciting programs for you and your family. Check these out:

Family Fishing Derby

Saturday, May 16, 9 a.m.-noon. For children up to age 12. Enjoy a morning of fishing in the Westlake Recreation Center’s Lake. The lake is stocked with plenty of bass, channel catfish, crappie, trout and blue gill. Please bring your own equipment. Parent/guardian is required; however there is no cost for the parent. Bait (while supplies last), and prizes will be provided. All children must be registered to receive bait and prizes. Cost is $10 per child. Pre-registration is preferred.

The Forest & Me

Thursday, May 21, 10-11:30 a.m. For ages 3-5 with an accompanying adult. This is part of the Nature & Me, let’s go outside series. For this session, we will read a short story and then march into the forest where the giants live. Be sure to wear long pants and closed toed shoes. All giant slayers welcome! Fee is $5/members, $8/non-members.

FIT Kid Club (Ages 7-11)

Wednesdays, May 13-June 10. For ages 7-11. This class offers a fun and exciting step-by-step approach for your young one to begin a structured exercise plan. Every class session will be led by a certified instructor and they will include activities such as P.E.-style gym games, problem solving obstacle courses and equipment circuits. Fee is $30/members, $40/residents.

Peterson Pool Learn to Swim Lessons (Outdoor Pool at Clague Park)

Online registration for Westlake residents and Recreation Center members has begun. Non-residents may register online beginning May 6. Open registration for both in person and online begins May 16. *Register for one swim lesson and receive a $10 discount on a second registration during the SAME transaction.

More information regarding all of these programs and more can be found at www.cityofwestlake.org, by stopping by the Recreation Center at 28955 Hilliard Blvd., calling us at 440-808-5700 or by picking up our new Rec Gazette.