Programs
The Non-Resident Membership Form (PDF) can be printed, filled out, and brought to our offices. This and the appropriate yearly payment will allow non-resident families, all members living in the same household, to participate in programs at the resident rate.
Online payment of Recreation fees is now available.
The following links will take you to information about the various programs offered, including links to either a PDF registration form or a PDF pre-registration form. Either form can be printed and then filled out.
After School Program
(ages youth in grades k-8th)
Do something fun after school, plus get your homework done. Education, recreation, and socialization hit the spot after a long day of school. Begins the first day of school. Following the Southern Pines Elementary School Traditional Calendar. See Registration for full details.
Registration 2009-2010 (PDF)
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Internship Overview
The Southern Pines Recreation and Parks Department has designed and implemented a 12 week internship program that provides students with a well-rounded experience which introduces the intern to all aspects of a diverse and comprehensive parks and recreation program. This provides the students with an opportunity to put what they have learned to work. It is a "hands on" experience that reflects what park and recreation professionals do on the job to ensure the necessary and enhanced services to the community.
Internship Manual (PDF)
For more information, contact Sue Gillis at 910-692-2463.
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Year Round Camps
Year Round Day Camp
Games, sports, arts & crafts, trips and innovative activities will make the break from school a memorable one. Space is limited, so early registration is suggested. One time non-refundable registration fee of $10r/$20nr is required when registering for the camp. An additional $10r/$20nr non-refundable deposit (which will be applied to the weekly fee) is required to hold your spot.
Additional $10 fee is charged after the due date.
Sess: 7 Mar 22-26 $80r/$160nr Due Date: 3/13 Waiting List
Schedule 7(PDF)
Sess: 8 Mar 29-Apr 1-$65r/$130nr-Due Date: 3/19 Waiting List
Schedule 8 (PDF)
Registration (PDF)
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Early Release
You asked for it, you got it.....
Fun activities to keep your kids busy when they have a day off from school.
Our Full Day Outings, double the fun with exciting trips, games, crafts, and activities. Children under 8 years old or 80 pounds will need to provide their own booster seat for all three dates.
March 3, 2010
With a focus on fun, our Early Release School Days for Kindergarten-12 years will feature a trip as we race to fit in as many fun activities in the afternoon as we can manage.
Bowling, Science, Edible Craft, Outdoor Games
Location: Train House
Time: 11:30 am - 5:30 pm
Fee: $16r / $32nr
Min/Max: 10/20
Registration(PDF)
Registration Deadline: February 26
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Spring Break Camp
Where the emphasis is on FUN! Activities include: games, fitness, arts & crafts, nature & science, trips, and much more! $10r / $20nr non-refundable deposit (which will be applied to your balance) is required to hold your spot.
Registration balance due date 3/26/10 (Add $10 if paid after this date-spaces are not guaranteed after this due date so call first to verify that you still have a spot available if after 3/26.)
Bring lunch, drink, and snack. There may be additional costs for field trips.
Location: Train House
Date: April 5-9, 2010
Time: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Fee: $70r /$140nr
Min/Max: 15/39
Registration (PDF) FULL
Schedule (PDF)
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Summer Explorers Camp
(Ages 5-7 & 8-13 must have attended kindergarten)
Play is our thing and all children are encouraged to participate. Our commitment includes developing campers' life skills through group activities, exposure to diverse athletic games, creative and educational experiences. Participants will take part in a wide range of activities which include swimming, arts & crafts, environmental education, dance, athletic games and more. Emphasis is placed on having fun, trying new things, teamwork, learning by doing and enjoying the process of discovery. Activities will include: swimming, arts & crafts, games, nature & science, free time, field trips, and much more. Space is limited, so early registration is suggestested.
Location: 5-7 year olds at Train House
8-13 year olds drop off at SP Primary Gym / Pick up at Douglass Community Center
Fees: One time registration fee of $10r/$20nr
$70r/$140nr (Session 4: $60r/$120nr)
All balances due 10 days in advance of camp-no guarantee of spot after due date.
Time: M-F 8:00 am - 5:30 pm (Early Drop from 7:40am - 8:00am for additional fee of $10r/$20nr)
Session 1: June 14-18 Session 2: June 21-25
Session 3: June 28-July 2 Session 4: July 6-9
Session 5: July 12-16 Session 6: July 19-23
Session 7: July 26-30 Session 8: Aug 2-6
Session 9: Aug 9-13
Registration (PDF)
Clay Camp
(ages 5 years through teens)
Get your hands dirty while you play and create in mud! Mold, shape, design, and paint using stoneware clay. Make coil baskets, pinch pots, animals, people, and more. Learn sculptural and painting techniques to capture essential details. Whether it's your first time getting your hands dirty or you're a seasoned pro, have fun creating your very own masterpiece with instructor, Ms. Karen.
Monday & Tuesday: hand build pieces from clay; Wednesday: painting techniques on tiles; No Class Thursday; Friday: Paint Clay.
A one-time non refundable registration fee of $10r / $20nr (per child) is required to hold your child's space in the program. Add $10 to fees received after the Early Bird due date (10 days in advance of the class).
Location: Train Station (Downtown Southern Pines)
Time: M, T, W, F 10:00am-12:00pm
Session 2: Mar 22 - 26
Fee: $65r / $130nr
Min/Max: 6-15
Registration (PDF)
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Sweet Treats
(6-12 years)
Make, Bake, and Decorate sweet confections to your heart's (and taste bud's) delight!
Location: Southern Pines Fire Department
Date: March 22 - 26, 2010
Time: 8:30am - 12:00 pm
Min/Max: 6/10
Fee: $65r / $130nr
Registration (PDF) Cancelled
Southern Pine's Amazing Race
(6-12)
Cryptoquotes, Word Scrambles and mysterious clues. Two teams, two different sets of clues but only one treasure chest filled with local goodies! Who will get there first? It's a race to find all of the out-of-the-way nooks and crannies in Southern Pines.
Location: Train Station (Downtown)
Date: March 29 - April 1, 2010
Time: 9:00am - 12:00 noon
Min/Max: 6/8
Fee: $40r/$80nr
Registration (PDF) Cancelled
MINI CAMPS
(This project received support from the Arts Council of Moore County with funds from the North Carolina Arts Council. An Agency of the Department of Cultual Resources, and the Nation Endowment for the Arts, which believes that a Great Nation deserves Great Art.)
Little Tikes Cheerleading
(Ages 3-5)
Girls just wanna have fun. Spirit, jumps, cheers, crafts, tumble, dance, and make new friends. PHS Cheerleaders, Ms. Jordan Tompson and Meagan Middleton instruct. Bring drink and snack.
Location: Train House
Date: Feb. 27
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fee: $15r / $30nr
Min/Max: 10/15
Registration (PDF)
Jellybean Jubilee
(Ages 4-6)
Your child will enjoy making many crafts that deal with Spring. A colorful basket, a cute bunny and a beautiful butterfly. Play a jellybean guessing game, do "The Bunny Hop" and learn new and exciting things that Spring has to offer. Ms. Somer instructs.
Location: Recreation Center
Date: Saturday, March 20
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fee: $20r / $40nr
Min/Max: 6/12
Registration (PDF)
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April Showers
(Ages 5-10)
All things Spring are sure to delight. Make flower leis, candy creations, artful spilled ice cream, and games are just some of the fun activities in store. Ms. Somer instructs.
Location: Recreation Center
Date: April 17
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fee: $20r / $40nr
Min/Max: 6/12
Registration (PDF)
Mothers' Day & Fathers' Day Gift Making Camp
(Ages 5-10)
Bring your imagination and we will provide the fun with a variety of gift making magic that will be wrapped and ready to go. Paint, decorate, get your hands messy and leave the clean up to us! Ms. Somer instructs.
Location: Recreation Center
Date: May 9
Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
Fee: $20r / $40nr
Min/Max: 6/12
Registration (PDF)
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Cheerleading Camps
(3-5 and 5-8 years)
Gymnastics, Dance, Crafts, Making New Friends, Exercising, Making Lots of Noise (and not being told to "hush"), Cheering, Fun `N Games. A dynamic blend of spunk, tumbling, and dance will create a fun camp and build positive learning attitudes in a playful, engaging, and exciting camp.
Session 1: 3-5 years June 28-July 2
9:00-11:30 am at the Douglass Community Center
Session 2: 5-8 years June 28-July 2
12:30-3:00 pm at the Douglass Community Center
Session 3: 3-5 years Aug 16-20
9:00-11:30 am at the Train House
Session 2: 5-8 years Aug 16-20
12:30-3:00 pm at the Train House
Bring: drink & snack and a plain, white t-shirt
Wear: t-shirt, shorts, tennis shoes
Fee: $40r/$80nr
Min/Max: 11/14
Instructors: Jordan Thompson & Megan Middleton
Registration (PDF)
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Adult Activities
Indoor Fitness Walking
(16 years and up)
Are your "muscles" gathering around your midsection?! Does the back of your arm continue to flap when waving to guests long after they drive away?! Do you avoid 2 story buildings?! Meet new people, have fun, sweat a little, and get in shape. The weather is always great and you can move at your own speed while you: 1) burn calories; 2) tone muscles which will burn calories while at rest; 3) improve the condition of your heart, lungs, and muscles; and 4) have fun.
Location: Southern Pines Recreation Center
Date: Monday through Friday,September - February
Time: 9:30 am - 11:30 am
Fee: $10r / $20nr through February
(Gym time is not held when school is out)
Registration (PDF)
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Special Events
Monthly Highlights
American Red Cross Babysitters Training
(11 years and over)
Why just watch kids when you can be a Great Babysitter, Earn Money, and Enjoy your job?!
Soon-to-be babysitters, current wage earning babysitters, and "old pros" will enjoy this fast paced, hand-on class that teaches how to: Handle and emergency, Interview for a babysitting job, Feed kids, Make good, responsible decisions, Supervise children, Perform first aid, Keep kids and yourself safe, Perform basic care routines, and Choose safe and age appropriate toys and games.
Bring lunch & drink.
Fee: $40r & nr
Min/Max: 6/12
Session 1: Friday, June 11 - 8:30 am - 2:00 pm at the Train House
Session 2: Tuesday, August 17 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at the Douglass Community Center
Rod, Reel and Tackle Loaner Program
Kids who don't have parents who fish or money to buy equipment can check out a rod, reel and tackle to give "America's Sport" a try. Zebco 33 classic rods and reels will be provided for check out, along with tackle and a how-to-fish booklet. Parents must fill out a registraton form then a check out card will be issued. Program Date Year Rental Date & Site Recreation Office in Campbell House and Douglass Community Center during office hours. Check out rods and reels daily
Fee: Free
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