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 2011-2012 (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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CAMPS
For your convenience and to help eliminate confusion, once the day camp balance due date passes (on Friday 10 days prior to the first day of camp), new registrations for said camp will be accepted beginning at 12:00 pm (noon) on the Monday following the due date.This will give our office time to process our on line report.
Recapping, if you are on the wait list for a camp or simply decide that you want to register for camp at the last minute or forgot to pay your balance by the due date, new registrations and payments will NOT be accepted before 12:00 pm on that Monday.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Lunch & Snack Ideas
Tired of the same old thing for lunch? Keep in mind the Tasty Trio: Fruits & Veggies, Whole Grains, and Protein. When it's time to make those lunches and snacks it can be difficult to decide which options are the healthiest. Here are some tasty and easy ideas for you.
Pack a Healthy Lunch (PDF)
Sports Snack Game Plan (PDF)
Registration (PDF)
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Early Release Days
(New Dates and times see registration below)
(Kindergarten - 12 years)
Kids nowadays just have it made... fun activities for days off school, early release days, etc.
With a focus on fun, our Early Release School Days for Kindergarten - 12 years will feature a trip a we race to fit in as many fun activities in the afternoon as we can manage.
Check with your school about riding the bus to the Campbell House/Train House.
Children under 8 years old or 80 pounds will need to provide their own booster seat.
Location: Train House
Min/Max: 10/25
February 20th trip is FULL
March21st trip is FULL
Registration (PDF)
Year Round Day Camp
(Ages Kindergarten - 13 years)
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. A one-time, non-refundable registration fee of $10r/$20nr is required when registering for the camp. A $20r/ $40nr non-refundable deposit (which will be applied to the weekly fee) is required to hold your spot. Add $10 to fees received after the Balance Due Date (spaces are not guaranteed after the Balance Due Date).
Day camp T-Shirts sponsored by H.S. Dreher Capital Management, LLC.
Location: Train House
Time: 8:00 am - 5:30 pm
Max: 39
Registration (PDF)
| Session 1: Sep 21-23 FULL |
$50r / $100nr |
Due by 9/2 |
| Session 2: Sep 26-30 FULL |
$80r / $160nr |
Due by 9/9 |
| Session 3: Oct 3-7 FULL |
$80r / $160nr |
Due by 9/16 |
| Session 4: Dec 19-22 FULL |
$65r / $130nr |
Due by 12/2 |
| Session 5: Dec 27-30 |
$65r / $130nr |
Due by 12/9 |
| Session 6: Mar 29-30 |
$35r / $70nr |
Due by 3/9 |
| Session 7: Apr 2-5 FULL |
$65r / $130nr |
Due by 3/16 |
Spring Break Day Camp - April 9-13 registration will be accepted at a later date.
Session 4 Schedule: (PDF)
Session 5 Schedule: (PDF)
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Spring Break Day Camp
(ages 5-12 - currently attending kindergarten)
Activitie include: games, fitness, arts & crafts, nature & science, trips, and much more.
Space is limited, so early registration is suggested- a $20r / $40nr non-refundable deposit (which will be applied to the weekly fee) is required to hold your spot.
Add $10 to fees received after the Balance due date (3/23)
Spaces are not guaranteed after the Balance due date.
Bring lunch, drink and snacks.
There may be additional costs for field trips.
Location: Train House
Date: April 9-13
Time: 8:00am - 5:30pm
Fee: $70r / $140nr
Min/Max: 15/39
Registration (PDF) FULL
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I Can Make It Myself Cooking Camp
(6-11 years)
Pizza, smoothies, bread, desserts, and more! Make your own meals using simple ingredients. Learn how to plan nutritious meals for the whole family, decorate sweet treats, how to set a table, etiquette, and clean up. Everyday will feature new recipes and end with eating!
A one-time registration fee of $10r / $20nr per child is required for this set of camps.
Instructor: Terry Hardison-Dalton
Location: Fire Department Kitchen
Time: 9:00am - 11:00am
Min/Max: 10/12
| Sept 21-23 |
Cooking Great Stuff! |
$50r / $100nr |
| Sept 26-30 |
Cooking Great Stuff! |
$80r / $160nr |
| Oct 3-7 |
Cooking Great Stuff! |
$55r / $110nr |
| Dec 19-22 |
Cooking Great Stuff! |
$65r / $130nr |
| Mar 29-30 |
Cooking Great Stuff! |
$35r / $70nr |
| Apr 2-5 |
Cooking Great Stuff! |
$65r / $130nr |
Registration (PDF)
Creative Art Camp
(ages 5 -11)
Get creative with art! Experiment, design, and make unique arts and crafts using a variety of media and subjects. Learn about the many cultures that utilize the craft. Participants will also learn techniques so they can continue exploring and making art at home even after the camp ends!
A one time registration fee of $10r / $20nr (per child) is required.
| Session 1 |
Sep. 21-23 |
$35r / $70nr |
| Session 2 |
Sep. 26-30 |
$55r / $110nr |
| Session 3 |
Oct. 3-7 |
$55r / $110nr |
| Session 4 |
Dec 19-22 |
$45r / $90nr |
| Session 5 |
Mar 29-30 |
$25r / $50nr |
| Session 6 |
Apr 2-5 |
$45r / $90nr |
Location: Train Station (Downtown Southern Pines)
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00 pm
Min / Max: 10/15
Registration (PDF)
Recycle into Art Camp
(7- 12 years)
At Weymouth Woods Nature Preserve (Ft. Bragg Road)
Spend the break creating works of Art using everyday recycled items! Campers will experiment with different mediums and materials as they allow their imagination to soar with "one of a kind" pieces of artistic creations! Local Artist, Mary Lamb, will lead the camp. Guaranteed to be an entertaining experience leaving Campers thirsty for more!
A one time registration fee of $10r / $20nr (per child) is required.
Session 4
Date: April 2-5
Fee: $65r/$130nr
Registration (PDF)
Clay Camp
(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 a seasoned pro, have fun creating your very own masterpies with instructor, Ms. Karen. Monday & Tuesday: hand build pieces from clay; Wednesday: painting techniques on tiles; No Class Thursday; Friday: Paint clay.
Location: Train Station Downtown Southern Pines
Date: December 26 - 30
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Fee: $65r / $130nr
Min / Max: 6/15
Registration (PDF
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
A Day in the Life of a...
Police Officer - FREE!!
(ages 6-12)
Have you ever wondered what it is like to be a police officer? Enjoy a quick look at the life of a police officer as you learn the operations and tasks that a police officer needs to know; behind-the-scenes work, patrol and detective work, teamwork activities, life safety lessons for your entire family, and an awareness of the responsibilities and challenges of the job, as well as, the dedication of the police officers while you get to know some of your Southern Pines Police Officers.
Co-sponsored with the Town of Southern Pines Police Department and The Town of Southern Pines Recreation & Parks Department.
Location: Southern Pines Police Department
Date: February 10
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Min/Max: 6/12
Fee: FREE!!
Registration (PDF) FULL
Park Ranger - FREE!
(Ages 6-12 years)
Have you ever wondered what it is like to be a park ranger? Enjoy a quick look at the life of a park ranger as you learn the operations and taskes that a park ranger needs to know; behind-the-scenes work, leading and teaching groups about environmental awareness, how they decide where to develop trails, awareness of the environmental responsibilities and challenges of the job. Co-sponsored by Weymouth Woods and Town of Southern Pines Recreation & Parks Department.
Location: Weymouth Woods
Date: February 24
Time: 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Min/Max: 6/12
Fee: FREE!!
Registration (PDF)
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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