South Suburban Parks and Recreation

Longs Peak Scottish IrishHighland FestivalEstes ParkEnjoy bands from Scotland, Ireland,Bermuda, Canada, Australia and NewZealand, as well as top Scottish & Irishentertainers, Highland and Irish dancers,Champion Scottish Athletes, jousters, andclans and dogs of the British Isles will competeand perform throughout the day. Inaddition, there will be Scottish and Irishimporters and crafters, Exhibitions, foodand beverage tents and much more to seeand do. Fee includes entrance to the festivitiesonly. Feel free to bring a sack lunch718869 M Sep 2 10 am-7 pm$62/$52 R 65+: $52/$43 RGarden of the GodsColorado SpringsSpend the day surrounded by natural beautyas we travel to this Registered NationalNatural Landmark for a short educationalfilm and a guided bus tour. Bring a sacklunch to enjoy in the park after the tour.712949 Th Sep 26TBD (reverse pick-up)$41/$34 R 65+: $34/$28 RSports Authority Stadium atMile High TourDenverEver wonder what the inside of the Broncos’playing home looks like? Take a tourthrough the Sports Authority Field at MileHigh! Enjoy seeing the Colorado Sports Hallof Fame Museum, party suites, united clublevel, the visiting team locker room, presscenter and much more. Lunch is on yourown at the Rock Bottom Brewery after thetour.7169310 Th Oct 179:45 am-2:15 pm$37/$31 R 65+: $31/$26 RThe Boulder DushanbeTeahouseBoulderEnjoy one of the nation’s most extensivecollections of western art. More than 200paintings and over 80 bronze sculpturesare on display. After a visit to the museum,enjoy a luxurious teatime in Boulder’s mostexotic atmosphere. An elegant afternoontea is served on white linen with an assortmentof pastries and sweets, scones withcream and lemon curd, tea sandwiches, andyour choice of three traditional blendedteas.7105611 Th Nov 142-6 pm$55/$46 R 65+: $46/$39 RSenior ProgramsAssignments Restaurant–International CulinarySchoolDenverA unique educational and dining establishmentdesigned to create an open environmentrun entirely by students. Enjoy a fourcourse meal and a short tour of the kitchen.7148211 W Nov 205:30-8:30 pm$51/$43 R 65+: $43/$36 ROutdoor RecreationGood physical condition and the ability towalk with moderate to strenuous elevationgain is required. Transportation provided.Visit www.sspr.org for dates and locations.Friday Morning Walk AboutExplore a variety of Denver area’s hiddenfoot paths. Walk about 2 hours each week,approximately 3-4 miles. Transportationprovided. Visit www.sspr.org or call 303-730-4606 for schedule. (Sep-Jun)$10/$9 R 65+: $9/$7 RHiking & Snowshoe TripsEnjoy the Colorado outdoors as we exploremany hiking and snowshoe trials along theFront Range with moderate to strenuouselevation gain. Hikes range from 5-7 miles.Bring sunscreen, sack lunch and water.Snowshoe trips require snowshoes. Forschedule visit www.sspr.org or call 303-730-4606.High Line Canal ChallengeWalk the High Line Canal from its beginningin Waterton Canyon to its culminationin Aurora. Trek the trail in 5-6 mile incrementsuntil you’ve completed the 71-milechallenge. Space is limited so register earlyand be notified of the orientation meeting.703109 W Sep 4-Dec 11, 8 am-12 pm$35 Registration fee /$30 R, $6 weeklytransportation feeCherry Creek ChallengeWalk the length of the Cherry Creek Trail in5-6 mile increments from Franktown, nearCastlewood Canyon State Park, toConfluence Park in Denver. MUST be ableto walk a 20-minute mile. 8 wks703114 W Apr 2-May 218 am-12 pmRegistration Fee : $20/$16 R$6 weekly transportation feeSenior Programs Trips and Tours has anew monthly newsletter. If you wouldlike to be on the email listing pleasecontact Lisa at 303-730-4606 or lisar@sspr.org.5 Trip/Tour Pick-UpLocation KeyWhen registering for any of the Trips andTours, make certain to select a pick up locationfrom the key below.A= Amity Plaza, 200 W. Sterne Pkwy.BRC= Buck Recreation Center*2004 W. Powers Ave.IA= South Suburban Ice Arena,6580 S. Vine St. (North end)SVW= Southview, (Windermere Side)5820 S. Windermere St.LT= Lone Tree Recreation Ctr.10249 Ridgegate CircleAs requested/needed:LB= Libby Bortz (JLB only)BH = Bradley HouseSVD= Southview (Datura side)Call Lisa 303-730-4606 for pick up times.Independent participation is required fortrips and tours. If you feel you may requirespecial assistance for any of the tripsand/or tours, please call the Trips & ToursCoordinator at 303-730-4606.*Trip start time is the pick-up time atthe Buck Ctr. One hour may be added toaccommodate pick-up/drop-off at variouslocations.Reverse pick-up: Starts at Buck Ctr. andends at Lone Tree.Senior ProgramsClass Information: 303-797-8787Register by calling 303-347-5999Fall/Winter 2013-14 61