Poughkeepsie… Residents of all ages looking for fun and educational things to do this winter can look forward to Dutchess County Parks’ lineup of naturalist programming. Popular sessions will return this year, including indoor archery and painting classes for adults. Registration for all programs opens Thursday, January 2nd and will be available at Dutchessny.gov/parks.
Weekend Public Archery sessions begin Saturday, January 11 at Bowdoin Park inside the community auditorium. The program consists of five classes, held on Saturdays, with various time slots offered. The sessions, each an hour long, are designed for individuals ages 9 and up with any level of archery experience. Basic hands-on archery skills are taught, as well as bow and arrow safety. Cost is $70 per person and includes all five classes and equipment. Limited to 12 participants per time slot. Register at www.DutchessNY.gov/ParksEducation.
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Adult Park Palette Art Series is a learn-to-paint series for adults of all skill levels. Sessions will be held at Bowdoin Park’s Maple Knoll Lodge from 6-7:30pm and cost $12 per class, which includes supplies. Limited to 12 participants per class and registration is required.
Weekday Archery and Junior Survival sessions are also available by appointment; call 845-298-4602 for reservations. Updates on winter sledding at Bowdoin Park will be shared on the Dutchess County Parks hotline 845-298-2607 and Facebook page.
To learn more about Dutchess County Parks, visit www.DutchessNY.gov/Parks.
