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Friday March 28, 2025
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - March REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
Saturday March 29, 2025
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM    Private Rental
 
Sunday March 30, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 3rd - 4th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 3rd - 4th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Private Rental
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 5th - 6th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 5th and 6th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 7th and 8th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 7th and 8th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
Monday March 31, 2025
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM    Vacation Camps, School Holidays, Parent Conferences & Staff Inservice Days 2024-2025 - March Camp
The St. Albans Recreation Department will be offering all day CAMP for  2024/2025 school holiday breaks, parent conference days, staff in-service days, and singular school holidays.Our programs are an active, full day (7:30am-4:30pm) and open to kids from Kindergarten to 6th Grade.  Programming will include LOTS of outside play time, time for arts/crafts projects, as well as time swimming at the Hard'ack pool!Because we will spend a majority of our time outdoors exploring and playing, it's important to be prepared for all weather (and temperature) conditions.  We will also be spending time each day at the Hard'ack pool so please be sure swimwear and towels are part of the daily packing list.-Hat-Gloves-Boots-Jacket -Rain gear-Swimsuit-Towel-LAYERS LAYERS LAYERSBe sure to pack a lunch, multiple snacks, and water to keep fueled and hydrated for the entire day.      Vacation Camp drop off and pick up is at the Greg Brown Lodge at Hard'ack.  *Drop Off-At or after 7:30am*Pick Up-At or before 4:30pm
 
Tuesday April 1, 2025
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
Wednesday April 2, 2025
1:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
Thursday April 3, 2025
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM    All Levels Yoga with Pippa - April 3rd
Join Pippa for a pop-up All Levels Yoga class, Thursday March 20th and Thursday April 3rd to awaken your body, mind, and spirit for Springtime! As always, Pippa will offer her students various options throughout class so those who are ready can challenge their practice while those who need to can back off and modify.    Please bring a Yoga mat and any prop you find may be helpful (foam blocks, bolsters, and blanket for Savasana are helpful - Pippa will provide straps and will bring her extra blocks).   “All levels” means beginner-friendly and advanced practitioners welcome.   If you have any questions for the teacher prior to class reach out at 1philippafourie@gmail.com INSTRUCTOR BIO Pippa Fourie has been teaching Yoga to all ages and levels of experience for two decades. She was certified to teach from Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health in 2005 and opened a studio in 2016 that thrived until its closure in 2021 due to the pandemic.  In 2004 Pippa started off at Bates College to dip into the liberal arts but took some time off to due to the loss of family members and joined Kripalu in a work exchange program. This experience opened her to the world of Yoga for healing. After Kripalu she travelled around the world to teach and grow. While she ended up back at Bates College for a while longer, her interests brought her to pursue the School of Human Kinetics at the University of British Columbia and then ended up graduating with a B.Sc. in Wellness and Alternative Medicine from JSC in Vermont in 2011. During the summer of 2016, six months after the birth of her first child, she opened Stepping Stone Yoga Studio in Jeffersonville and Pippa got to know the ins and outs of owning and managing a business while teaching there full time. She brought together a community within a larger community and at its peak, Stepping Stone had seven regular teachers, a full schedule, and many members. Though the pandemic of 2020 forced Stepping Stone to close, that was the time she had her second child as well, so she dove into being mother full time and continue her work as a birth Doula on the side. During these years, however, Pippa and her husband created a studio-without-walls (a 30-foot octagonal deck and 36’ pavilion canopy as an outdoor Yoga and event space at the same spot in Jeffersonville), called "Sacred in the Round" that was enjoyed by many from 2020-2023.  Currently, Pippa is a satellite Yoga teacher, Birth Doula, and Lunar wheel coach for women. For volunteer work she is on a track to become certified through the Safety Team to help empower other women through co-teaching their Level I workshops for Self-Defense. Pippa is considering a career of nursing and becoming a death doula as well.  She enjoys every class she gets to teach and looks forward to seeing you on the mat! To get in touch with her with any questions about her offerings, e-mail: 1PhilippaFourie@gmail.com
 
Friday April 4, 2025
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
Saturday April 5, 2025
1:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Rental
 
Sunday April 6, 2025
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM    Private Rental
 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 3rd - 4th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 3rd - 4th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 5th - 6th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 5th and 6th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 7th and 8th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Group Tuning Session with Tula Wellness! - April 6, 2025
Experience the profound healing of sound in this group tuning session focusedon supporting you to relax, release and restore.The session will use sound waves produced by tuning forks to resolve distortionsin your energy field and physical body. Sound and vibrations work to dissolveenergy stagnations and blockages where unprocessed emotions are storedleaving you feeling calm, restored and in alignment. Healing sounds naturallyrestore your nervous system to a more relaxed and balanced state. The shift inthe field allows for profound and often lasting change in the body and mind.Benefits include:  Deep relaxation of body, mind and nervous system  Reduction in stress and anxiety  Emotional and physical restoration and recovery  Increased vitality and balance in the body  Reduction/relief of pain  Improved overall well being How to prepare for a group tuning session:Please arrive at least 10 minutes early and bring a mat (or comfortable lawn chairif the floor will not work for you), blankets, and cushions/pillows to make yourselfcomfortable. Wear comfortable clothing and make sure to hydrate before and after the session.
 
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 7th and 8th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
Monday April 7, 2025
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
Tuesday April 8, 2025
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
Wednesday April 9, 2025
1:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
Thursday April 10, 2025
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
Friday April 11, 2025
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
Saturday April 12, 2025
1:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Private Rental
 
Sunday April 13, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 3rd - 4th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 3rd - 4th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 5th - 6th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 5th and 6th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 7th and 8th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 7th and 8th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
Monday April 14, 2025
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
Tuesday April 15, 2025
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
Wednesday April 16, 2025
1:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM    Group Tuning Session with Tula Wellness! - April 16, 2025
Experience the profound healing of sound in this group tuning session focusedon supporting you to relax, release and restore.The session will use sound waves produced by tuning forks to resolve distortionsin your energy field and physical body. Sound and vibrations work to dissolveenergy stagnations and blockages where unprocessed emotions are storedleaving you feeling calm, restored and in alignment. Healing sounds naturallyrestore your nervous system to a more relaxed and balanced state. The shift inthe field allows for profound and often lasting change in the body and mind.Benefits include:  Deep relaxation of body, mind and nervous system  Reduction in stress and anxiety  Emotional and physical restoration and recovery  Increased vitality and balance in the body  Reduction/relief of pain  Improved overall well being How to prepare for a group tuning session:Please arrive at least 10 minutes early and bring a mat (or comfortable lawn chairif the floor will not work for you), blankets, and cushions/pillows to make yourselfcomfortable. Wear comfortable clothing and make sure to hydrate before and after the session.
 
Thursday April 17, 2025
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM    Sound Bowl Sessions - Sound Bowl Session - In Greg Brown Lodge
  Everything has energy. We carry energy within us, from the moment we’re conceived. The meditative vibrations created by the sound bowls resonate deep within your body, compressing and relaxing our cells, literally massaging them.  This tremendously relaxing modality has been shown to: decrease stress and anxiety, decrease pain, increase immune production, increase mood, increase brain function and memory processing, improve sleep, increase self-esteem, and calm the body.  Sounds you hear, impact what’s happening inside your body. We all can find ourselves stuck in certain areas; sound bowl/sound bath meditations help to stimulate inner healing needed to move this energy.  Everyone responds differently to sound healing. In fact, each session may promote different results. The intention is to balance the body, the mind and the spirit. You may experience increased feelings of well being. I encourage you to drink plenty of water, ensure you are resting and to eat in a healthy manner after each session, as well as limiting caffeine and alcohol. Some people experience an increase in body temperature, slowed heart rate, warm, tingly sensations, or no sensation at all. Others may experience increased tiredness, get or release headaches, laughter, experience unexpected feelings or thoughts, visualizations of color, emotional release, or even a sensation of floating. These are all a normal reaction to sound healing.    Sound Bowls-Lodge-This session will take place in the Greg Brown Lodge at Hard'ack.  Yoga mats will be available to those that do not have one but bringing your own yoga or camping mat is encouraged.  Dress comfortably.Sound Bowls-Pool-This session will take place in the Hard'ack Pool.  Floating mattress mats will be available to those that do not have something to float on but bringing your own floating device is encouraged.  Dress in swimwear as we will be on the waters surface for the session. Please be sure to read the 'Informed Consent Form' at the bottom of this program page!Instructor Info Hi! I’m Chantal Tatro, owner of Green Mountain Lotus. I utilize holistic healing modalities, such as sound healing and energy (Reiki) healing to promote an internal sense of alignment. I believe that by utilizing mindfulness strategies consistently and intentionally, we can make shifts that will lead to the life we want and deserve!Consult your health care provider to ensure this is a safe modality for you. Anyone who has had surgery that resulted in metal being placed anywhere in their body, should not participate. If you are pregnant, or have any underlying health issues, especially diabetes, heart disease, or are prescribed blood thinners, please consult your doctor prior to participating.INFORMED CONSENT FORM The United States of America currently has no licensing policy in regard to Sound or Energy Healing, and Chantal Tatro is not a licensed Medical Doctor. I do not deal with drugs, nor do I issue a diagnosis or suggest cures.   My purpose is simply to provide a safe space for my client to experience healing through natural processes. I consider the use of sound, energy, herbs, essential oils, crystals and any other natural healing modality as a way to encourage the body to get back to optimal functioning and everyone reacts to these methods individually. I make no claims for their medicinal actions, nor do I cite scientific evidence. Any information offered is done so on the basis of personal experience and traditional uses.   My clients agree to make their own choices as to what they do with the educational material they have been offered and are solely responsible for their own decisions and actions. It is always my recommendation to seek out the advice of a licensed health care professional whenever they feel it is necessary in regards to their own personal health, especially with serious conditions. Clients need to consult with their physician and get approval to attend healing sessions if they have metal in their bodies, suffered concussions, have a pacemaker, use an insulin pump, and the like. If in doubt, consult your physician before our time together.  Some issues such as suicidal thoughts or late-stage cancer are beyond the scope of my expertise and I would advise you to seek outside help.  I understand that: An assessment will be conducted to determine the general health of my energy system Any suggestion made by Chantal Tatro will be to assist my body’s natural ability to achieve a balanced state, to the extent that my body or my highest knowing will allow. The goal of my session will be identified as part of the initial process and that I will have input as well as give intent and permission for it. These sessions are not meant to replace treatment by established medical practices, and can complement them. There are no guarantees as to the results of treatment. Chantal Tatro is not a licensed physician and will neither diagnose nor prescribe any condition nor does she make any specific claims regarding results from the sessions that I receive. Nothing in the work Chantal Tatro does is considered the practice of medicine.  I agree to: Raise any questions or concerns about anything I do not understand. Consider any suggestions that the practitioner may raise concerning referrals to other health care practitioners, homework, or my desired focus/introspection. Take full responsibility for my own health care. Give consent to Chantal Tatro to conduct a session to balance my energy system. I acknowledge that this could involve touch and I can request otherwise.  WHAT TO EXPECT In general, a typical session begins with a short assessment to discuss your concerns, thoughts or questions. During the session you can choose to sit or lay down. While we try to make you as comfortable as possible, if you have specific needs, please bring your own pillow or blanket, etc. We make every effort to assure that our clients feel safe and comfortable.  We may work on your body or above your body, so please let us know if there are any areas that you do not want work done. If you do not wish to be touched, please let us know. Our work is intuitive so we feel the energy and work where the energy is stagnant, deficient, stuck or unbalanced. You may feel many different results such as heat or cold, shivers, nausea, headache, relaxation, release, relief, etc. You may also feel nothing at all. Any reactions can happen immediately or even months later. No reaction is positive or negative, it purely is. It may mean something to you right away or it could be a mystery for a while. Both are normal. We find that energy medicine has a cumulative effect, so when you treat yourself to regular sessions, better health and well-being are natural outcomes. At the end, we will check in about anything that came up for you during the session.  I have read the above statements and I understand and agree with them. My purpose of seeking the advice of Chantal Tatro is done so for educational purposes only.  I understand that Chantal Tatro does not diagnose illness, disease, or mental disorder. Nor do they prescribe medical treatment or pharmaceuticals. It has been made clear that my session is not a substitute for medical examination or diagnosis and that it is recommended that I see a medical doctor for any physical or mental ailment.  I agree that Chantal Tatro cannot be held liable for any problems that might arise that I think could be attributed to the energy healing season. I have stated all of my known medical conditions to Chantal Tatro and if necessary, I will keep her updated on my physical, mental, and emotional health. I attest that I understand the nature of the session and freely elect to receive the techniques. I release Chantal Tatrofrom any and all claims of malpractice, non-disclosure, or lack of informed consent.
 
Friday April 18, 2025
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
Saturday April 19, 2025
11:00 AM - 1:00 PM    Pickleball Clinic-Spring 2025 (FREE) - Pickleball Clinic (FREE)
This free 2 hour course led by PPR certified pickleball coach Chris Tudor will show you the basics of pickleball.  This is for anyone who has never played or has never had any formal pickleball training. Learn the rules, parts of the court, serving and scoring. All equipment is provided. Start your pickleball career with us! Instructor InfoChris is a PPR Certified Coach and teaches Pickleball clinics in Essex Junction, Burlington and Stowe.
 
Sunday April 20, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 3rd - 4th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 3rd - 4th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 5th - 6th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 5th and 6th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 7th and 8th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 7th and 8th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
Monday April 21, 2025
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM    Vacation Camps, School Holidays, Parent Conferences & Staff Inservice Days 2024-2025 - April Camp
The St. Albans Recreation Department will be offering all day CAMP for  2024/2025 school holiday breaks, parent conference days, staff in-service days, and singular school holidays.Our programs are an active, full day (7:30am-4:30pm) and open to kids from Kindergarten to 6th Grade.  Programming will include LOTS of outside play time, time for arts/crafts projects, as well as time swimming at the Hard'ack pool!Because we will spend a majority of our time outdoors exploring and playing, it's important to be prepared for all weather (and temperature) conditions.  We will also be spending time each day at the Hard'ack pool so please be sure swimwear and towels are part of the daily packing list.-Hat-Gloves-Boots-Jacket -Rain gear-Swimsuit-Towel-LAYERS LAYERS LAYERSBe sure to pack a lunch, multiple snacks, and water to keep fueled and hydrated for the entire day.      Vacation Camp drop off and pick up is at the Greg Brown Lodge at Hard'ack.  *Drop Off-At or after 7:30am*Pick Up-At or before 4:30pm
 
Tuesday April 22, 2025
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM    Vacation Camps, School Holidays, Parent Conferences & Staff Inservice Days 2024-2025 - April Camp
The St. Albans Recreation Department will be offering all day CAMP for  2024/2025 school holiday breaks, parent conference days, staff in-service days, and singular school holidays.Our programs are an active, full day (7:30am-4:30pm) and open to kids from Kindergarten to 6th Grade.  Programming will include LOTS of outside play time, time for arts/crafts projects, as well as time swimming at the Hard'ack pool!Because we will spend a majority of our time outdoors exploring and playing, it's important to be prepared for all weather (and temperature) conditions.  We will also be spending time each day at the Hard'ack pool so please be sure swimwear and towels are part of the daily packing list.-Hat-Gloves-Boots-Jacket -Rain gear-Swimsuit-Towel-LAYERS LAYERS LAYERSBe sure to pack a lunch, multiple snacks, and water to keep fueled and hydrated for the entire day.      Vacation Camp drop off and pick up is at the Greg Brown Lodge at Hard'ack.  *Drop Off-At or after 7:30am*Pick Up-At or before 4:30pm
 
Wednesday April 23, 2025
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM    Vacation Camps, School Holidays, Parent Conferences & Staff Inservice Days 2024-2025 - April Camp
The St. Albans Recreation Department will be offering all day CAMP for  2024/2025 school holiday breaks, parent conference days, staff in-service days, and singular school holidays.Our programs are an active, full day (7:30am-4:30pm) and open to kids from Kindergarten to 6th Grade.  Programming will include LOTS of outside play time, time for arts/crafts projects, as well as time swimming at the Hard'ack pool!Because we will spend a majority of our time outdoors exploring and playing, it's important to be prepared for all weather (and temperature) conditions.  We will also be spending time each day at the Hard'ack pool so please be sure swimwear and towels are part of the daily packing list.-Hat-Gloves-Boots-Jacket -Rain gear-Swimsuit-Towel-LAYERS LAYERS LAYERSBe sure to pack a lunch, multiple snacks, and water to keep fueled and hydrated for the entire day.      Vacation Camp drop off and pick up is at the Greg Brown Lodge at Hard'ack.  *Drop Off-At or after 7:30am*Pick Up-At or before 4:30pm
 
Thursday April 24, 2025
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM    Vacation Camps, School Holidays, Parent Conferences & Staff Inservice Days 2024-2025 - April Camp
The St. Albans Recreation Department will be offering all day CAMP for  2024/2025 school holiday breaks, parent conference days, staff in-service days, and singular school holidays.Our programs are an active, full day (7:30am-4:30pm) and open to kids from Kindergarten to 6th Grade.  Programming will include LOTS of outside play time, time for arts/crafts projects, as well as time swimming at the Hard'ack pool!Because we will spend a majority of our time outdoors exploring and playing, it's important to be prepared for all weather (and temperature) conditions.  We will also be spending time each day at the Hard'ack pool so please be sure swimwear and towels are part of the daily packing list.-Hat-Gloves-Boots-Jacket -Rain gear-Swimsuit-Towel-LAYERS LAYERS LAYERSBe sure to pack a lunch, multiple snacks, and water to keep fueled and hydrated for the entire day.      Vacation Camp drop off and pick up is at the Greg Brown Lodge at Hard'ack.  *Drop Off-At or after 7:30am*Pick Up-At or before 4:30pm
 
Friday April 25, 2025
7:30 AM - 4:30 PM    Vacation Camps, School Holidays, Parent Conferences & Staff Inservice Days 2024-2025 - April Camp
The St. Albans Recreation Department will be offering all day CAMP for  2024/2025 school holiday breaks, parent conference days, staff in-service days, and singular school holidays.Our programs are an active, full day (7:30am-4:30pm) and open to kids from Kindergarten to 6th Grade.  Programming will include LOTS of outside play time, time for arts/crafts projects, as well as time swimming at the Hard'ack pool!Because we will spend a majority of our time outdoors exploring and playing, it's important to be prepared for all weather (and temperature) conditions.  We will also be spending time each day at the Hard'ack pool so please be sure swimwear and towels are part of the daily packing list.-Hat-Gloves-Boots-Jacket -Rain gear-Swimsuit-Towel-LAYERS LAYERS LAYERSBe sure to pack a lunch, multiple snacks, and water to keep fueled and hydrated for the entire day.      Vacation Camp drop off and pick up is at the Greg Brown Lodge at Hard'ack.  *Drop Off-At or after 7:30am*Pick Up-At or before 4:30pm
 
Sunday April 27, 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 3rd - 4th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 3rd - 4th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 5th - 6th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 5th and 6th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 7th and 8th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 7th and 8th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
Monday April 28, 2025
2:30 PM - 6:00 PM    REC Days 2024-2025 - April REC Days
About Our Program!R.E.C. Days is our daily; Recreational-Educational-Creative program, taking place in the afternoon at Hard'ack. Participants meet at the Greg Brown Lodge after school for afternoons that are designed to be fun, active, and engaging for kids in Kindergarten through 6th Grade.Hard'ack is the perfect place for children to be able to do a variety of different activities. Kiddos can expect a mixture of outdoor play, games, sports, crafts, pool time and more! Outdoor play can include but is not limited to going for hikes and nature walks, playing games out on our soccer fields, or enjoying our super awesome new playground! Our program also includes indoor activities such as crafts, perler beads, friendship bracelet making, coloring, cards, and more! We are also fortunate to have access to the year-round Hard'ack Pool! Throughout the whole school year, there will be multiple days a week where registrants will be able to utilize our pool and go swimming after school! If there is one thing we can guarantee - it's that the fun never stops!! TRANSPORTATION TO HARD'ACK - If your child attends SATEC or SACS, they are able to ride the school bus right to Hard'ack after school. Our staff will be waiting for them and meet them daily as they get off the bus. However - families must confirm with their schools that they will be attending our program, to ensure your child takes the correct bus at the end of the day. If your child does NOT attend SATEC or SACS you will need to provide transportation to get to Hard'ack. MONTHLY THEMESAugust: END OF SUMMER CELEBRATION! Kiddos will spend their time celebrating the new school year and saying goodbye to summer camp! We will play all of our favorite games from camp, make new friends, and kick off the school year. September: MOVEMENT & SPORTS:The month of September will focus on staying active and trying out a bunch of different sports and outside activities. We will spend as much time utilizing the fields as we can before the weather turns to snow! October: CRAFT TIME! This month we will focus on all things arts and crafts. We will let our creative sides shine and partake in a variety of projects and craft making!November: POOL, POOL, POOL! Although we will go to the pool during all of the months, this month will focus primarily on getting as much swim time as possible. So bring your goggles, swimsuits and smiles for lots of fun in the Hard'ack Pool!December: SCIENCEJanuary: WINTER ACTIVITIESFebruary: CRAFT TIMEMarch: MOVEMENTApril: TINKERING AND BUILDINGMay: CAMP FAVORITESAll monthly themes are subject to change. WHAT SHOULD MY CHILD BRING??- Clothes for the weather!! (you can always count on us playing outside if the weather allows, so please make sure your child is prepared with clothes for the weather conditions - rain jackets, snow gear, boots, etc.)- Snacks!! (We do NOT provide an after-school snack so please make sure your child has something they can eat once they get here after school!)- Water bottle - Swimsuit and towel (they always should be prepared to go to the pool)Pick-Up! Pick-up is anytime before 6:00pm at Hard'ack! All children MUST be picked up by 6:00pm. Missed Days: If your child goes home sick from school or is going to miss a day that they are scheduled to be at Hard'ack you will need to call and let us know. There are NO refunds or credits for missed sessions! How Registration Works!R.E.C. Days are broken down by month.  At registration, you will have the option to choose which months you would like to register for, and also which days of the week. Your child can come for 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 days a week. At checkout, you will pick which days you want for that month, and this will sign your child up for those days for the whole month! So if you wanted your child to come Mondays and Wednesdays - you will choose those days at check out and they will be signed up for Mondays & Wednesdays for the whole month! You will notice that registration fees will vary month to month, this is due to the fact that months either have 3, 4 or 5 weeks. Prices have been adjusted to accommodate this. At checkout, you will only be required to pay the first week deposit for the month. The remainder of the fee must be paid before the start of the session! Even though you are only required to pay the first week deposit at checkout, you can adjust the payment to pay the whole month upfront. WEEKLY RATES1 DAY/WK = $55 Residents/$69 Non-Residents2 DAYS/WK = $109 Residents/$138 Non-Residents3 DAYS/WK = $149 Residents/$193 Non-Residents4 DAYS/WK = $159 Residents/$206 Non-Residents5 DAYS/WK = $169 Residents/$219 Non-ResidentsIf you want to know your expected monthly price, times this rate by the number of weeks in the session! Warner Home - The link below will take you to the Warner Home for Little Wanders page. This group "providing scholarships and grant awards to residents of Franklin county, Vermont, ages 21 and under for education, summer camp, and extracurricular activities such as music and athletics." http://www.warnerhomeforlittlewanderers.org/ Questions? Reach out to Chloe by email c.lumbra@stalbansvt.com or by calling 802-752-2165. Afterschool Phone/Contact: 802-393-0331
 
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 5th - 6th Grade - Girls
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street 
 
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM    Lacrosse 2025 - 5th and 6th Grade - Boys
The primary purpose of this program is to teach and promote the game of lacrosse in a fun, safe, and respectful environment.  We believe in "Honoring the Game."  This means as a club we strive to instill the values of sportsmanship, respect, teamwork, fair play and the love of the game.  These values are important in developing our youth into contributing members of our community.  As a member of US Lacrosse, we follow the practices outlined by the Positive Coaching Alliance. NVTYL Membership fee for players in Grades 3-8  is included in the registration fee.St. Albans Recreation will be submitting the US Lacrosse Memberships for all players, saving families an extra step of signing up and purchasing that membership. All players who play in the NVTYL must have a valid US Lacrosse membership. Membership is not required for Tykes and Grades 1 & 2.If you already have an up to date US Lacrosse membership please call the office and we will take $30 off the registration cost.  New members are welcome at all ages!  Tykes: Pre K-Kinder - The Tykes program is geared to teaching kids the basic skills of lacrosse. This program will teach the skills of lacrosse through fun games and drills designed to get kids excited about the sport. Through working on hand eye coordination and movement we will prepare kids for the next level of the game. No specific equipment is required at this age.  We have sticks for kids to use at practice if they don't have one.  Practices: -Mondays at 6pm Barlow Street Park-Tuesdays at 5pm OR 6pm Barlow Street Park1st/2nd Grade - 1st and 2nd graders will continue to learn the skill and rules of the game. Practices are held once a week at Hard'ack.  Games are against each other on small fields that help promote individual skills and concepts. This program is focused on having fun and getting kids excited about lacrosse. Practices:-Girls -Wednesdays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.-Boys Mondays at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   3rd/4th Grade-Girls - Focus on practicing basic skills, having fun and introducing basic team concepts.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once.Practices:-Tuesday & Thursday at 5-6pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.3rd/4th Grade-Boys - Skills practice and basic full field concepts will be introduced.  This is a fun introduction to the full field game.  Kids will play on a half field with smaller goals to reinforce stick skill and movement. 6 players on the field at once. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 6-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.   5th/6th Grade-Boys - Focus is on basic stick and body skills. Skills are honed throughout the season and are essential to teaching team concepts. Players learn about some basic team concepts. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday &  Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Houghton Park.5th/6th Grade-Girls - Skills learned at the 3-4 level will continue to develop and improve.  Work on team development and movement on the field.  Kids will play on a full field with regular sized goals to get them prepared for the next level. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Monday & Wednesday 5:30-7pm at Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Girls - Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area.This year the head coach of the 7th/8th grade girls team will be Mary Pipes, the BFA Varsity Girls Lacrosse coach.  This is a great partnership and opportunity for the recreation department and the girls on this years team.  Because of Mary's busy schedule this years practice locations will vary but will be communicated in advance.  We appreciate your flexibility. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday & Thursday 5:30-7pm at Collins Perley Sports Complex and Hard'ack Recreation Area.7th/8th Grade-Boys -  Strong focus on skills and team concepts as players are becoming more competitive. .  We are part of the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League and will take part in games throughout the area.  Travel is limited to mainly the Chittenden county area. Practices:Registration includes a month of indoor practice at CPSFC-Tuesday, Thursday & Friday 5:30-7pm at Houghton ParkPhantoms play in the Northern Vermont Youth Lacrosse League (NVTYL). League website can be found here. LEAGUE RULES CAN BE FOUND HERE.____________________________________________________________________Practice Field Locations Hardack Recreation AreaBarlow Street Community Center-Park Houghton Park - S Elm Street