Salem Recreation 2020
Events`and Information
Salem Recreation
Office Hours: Monday Thursday 8:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Friday 8:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.
60 NORTH 100 EAST SALEM, UTAH 801-423-1035 Matt Marziale -- Director of Water, Sewer, Roads & Recreation
Jen Wright - Recreation Manager/Program Coordinator Coleman Jacklin Program Coordinator
Leslie Measom Office Staff Extraordinaire Jessica Robinson Office Staff Extraordinaire
Mindy Lemon Office Staff Extraordinaire Heidi Cloward Office Staff Extraordinaire
A $10.00 FEE WILL BE CHARGED FOR ALL NON-RESIDENTS
Activity
Registration Begins
Registration
Ends
Spring Soccer 2020
January 19th
March 19th
Boys Pitching Clinic
January 23rd
March 23rd
Spring Training Tournament
January 30th
March 30th
Urban Fishing
January 31st
March 31st
Youth Baseball/Softball 3rd-12th Grade
February 8th
April 8th
Adult Spring COED Softball
February 14th
April 14th
Youth Track
February 16th
April 16th
Girls Pitching Clinic
February 17th
April 17th
T-Ball/Coach Pitch
March 1st
May 1st
Grass Volleyball
March 13th
May 13th
June Tennis
March 23rd
Until Full
All Summer Camps
March 23rd
Until Full
Summer Flag Football
April 3rd
June 3rd
Women's Grass Volleyball
April 3rd
June 3rd
Cheer (3rd-8th Grade)
April 25th
June 25th
Tackle Football 3rd-8th Grade
May 20th
July 20th
Fall Softball
May 29th
July 29th
Fall Tennis
June 20th
Until Full
Fall Soccer 2020
June 26th
August 26th
Flag Football 1st-6th Grade
June 26th
August 26th
Volleyball Instructional Course July 8th
September 8th
Girls Volleyball League
August 8th
October 8th
Wrestling
August 20th
October 20th
Fall Hoopsters (1st-2nd Grade)
September 3rd
Until Full
Men's Basketball
September 3rd
Until Full
Youth Basketball 3rd-12th Grade September 18th
November 19th
Indoor Soccer
October 8th
December 8th
Chess Clinic
October 29th
December 29th
Snowman Softball Tournament October 30th
December 30th
Winter Hoopsters 2021 (1st -2nd Grade)
November 5th
Until Full
***All Dates and prices are subject to change. Please check our website @ www.salemcity.org for up to date information.***
**Limited/Late Registration MAY be available after the "Registration Ends" date. Please call the Recreation Office to inquire about availability. A $5.00 Late Fee will be assessed
after the "Registration Ends" date.
Important Dates:
Spring Concert - A Night of Classic Broadway Salem Easter Egg Hunt 9th Grade Cheer Tryouts 9th Grade Cheer Mandatory Parent Meeting Pond Town Invitational Track Meet (3rd-4th GR) Pond Town Invitational Track Meet (5th & 6th GR) Baseball/Softball Opening Day
SALO Bike Race
Salem Community Theater Show Dates 2020 Salem Days
Goosebump Gala
Pond Town Lighting
Christmas Boutique
April 2nd & 3rd
April 11th @ 9:00am April 23rd & 24th April 27th @ 6:30pm Salem Activity Center April 29th @ 9:15am SHHS TRACK
May 6th @ 9:15am SHHS TRACK
May 7th July 17th & 18th July 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 25th, 27th & 28th August 1st 8th October 24th November 27th December 4th & 5th
Website: www.salemcity.org E-mail: salemrecreation@salemcity.org
Salem Activity Center 60 N. 100 E. Salem, UT - (801) 423-1035 Salem Community Center 150 W. 300 S. (Above the Salem Pond)
Baseball & Soccer Field Addresses Dream View - 185 E. Melonie Lane Loafer View Complex - 600 E. Canal Road Soccer Park - 1100 S. 300 E. Rodeo Arena - 751 W. Arrowhead Trail Vet's Field - 60 N. 100 E.
Salem School Addresses Foothills Elementary - 412 S. 810 E. Mt. Loafer Elementary - 1025 S. 250 W. Salem Elementary - 140 W. 100 S.
Our Mission: To provide an avenue for residents of Salem, both young and old, to achieve a lifestyle of fitness, growth, joy and skill development while improving self worth and character. It is our mission to enhance the quality of life for current
residents and future generations.
Department Goals: · Provide clean and safe parks, green spaces and
recreational facilities. · Provide efficient and valuable services to Salem
residents. · Effectively plan for the future needs of Salem
residents.
· Continually strive to improve existing facilities
while seeking opportunities for future development. · Create a partnership with Salem residents and businesses to improve the quality of life for all, and promote commercial growth.
A few thoughts from our Staff...
The national pattern of growth has reached Salem
Over the past ten years I have watched the changes and growth that have occurred on the North end of Utah County. Large businesses popping up, more and more tightly packed subdivision wedged into each remaining pasture and field. My evaluation has led me to believe that north Utah County is packed tight and full of more population than the recreational opportunities are ready for.
Salem is now in the crosshairs of developers and those individuals that simply desire to purchase a home and have a place to consider their safe place. Being involved in the Cities DRC (Development Review Committee) I have had the opportunity to see many proposals of what developers want to do. Some of which are crazy, aggressive and self serving. On the other side I have also seen the well thought out plans that many bring before the city. Plans that build a quality product. Plans that have open space, parks, and trails. Plans that provide something for the residents once the developer has made their money and moved on. That last sentence is the focus that I attempt to measure each purposed development with. "Would I want to live there? What does it offer for my family?"
As part of the DRC, I take the assignment to find ways to safe guard open space, while looking to add amenities that are quality and serve the residents. Some developments are required to build parks and playgrounds due to the density associated with their development. Translation; if you are going to build houses closer together, we will require space for kids and adults to go relax and recreate.
Other developers come in with a master plan development concept. This is a large development that desires to build a lot of roof tops. As in 200 - 1500 various styles of habitation. Anything from large single family homes, to patio homes and then evolves into condos and twin homes. Developments of this nature require larger parks, walking trails, pavilions, and other popular recreation amenities. With these concepts in mind, let me share with you some of the neat improvements you will see taking place in Salem over the next few years.
Cole Park: A six acre park located on 300 West . Cole Park has been designed as a family use park. This park will have a focus on family fun and adventures. The park will include a large attraction playground, a splash pad, pavilion, and restrooms, also, three pickle ball courts, a walking path, and an amphitheater. This will be a great park for families and mothers with youngsters to enjoy most of the year.
Arrowhead Springs Park: This 53 acre park is part of a master plan development. The park includes the addition of five state of the art ball fields. Fields will be multi-use with home run fence spaces anywhere from 310' to 380' This will be a great park for adult softball. The park also includes pickle ball courts, pickle ball seems to be on the rise and one of the most commonly requested recreational features for the future. Arrowhead Springs Park will also have three full size soccer fields, three playgrounds, a splash pad, and walking paths.
Salem Canal Connector Trail: The trail is part of the master trail plan, partially funded by grants from Mountainland Association of Governments (MAG) for the south end of Utah County. This trail will be a 10-foot wide asphalt trail that runs along Salem Canal Road. The Trail will start in Payson at "P" Mountain, and head east into Salem. Once the trail crosses Woodland Hills Drive, it will cut across the BYU Farm regions and connect into the Spanish Fork River Trail, at the Poplar Lane Trail Head. This trail will give a whole new world of options to outdoor enthusiasts, providing a safe and designated route to move about the south end of Utah County.
Future Trails: Additional trails are in the works in many of the new subdivision that have been proposed. Here in the summer of 2020, you will see trail improvements going in along Woodland Hills Drive. This section of trail will provide a safe running and cycling route from Salem Canal to 600 South on Woodland Hills Drive. The trail will also provide a safe place for students of the new Valley View Middle School to walk.
Addition to Loafer View Recreation Complex: Salem City purchased the property south of the LDS Stake Center and Loafer Field 5 in the closing months of 2019. This property will be used to add additional parking for the Loafer Complex. It will also be the home of three new pickle ball courts, with lights. The Loafer Walking Trail will also be extended to connect the new section with the walking trail that is in place in the park.
As I have shared we have a lot of projects in place and in the plans to make sure Salem does not become a rooftop jungle. We look forward to keeping you posted on the progress. Now let's get outside and enjoy the city we are blessed to live in.
Matt Marziale, Director of Water, Swer, Roads & Recreation
In visiting with a Salem mom, a short time ago, she was trying to decide whether or not to sign her son up for basketball. The factors weighing into her decision were not of financial concern, they were fiscally able to pay his registration fee. The factors weighing into her decision were not her son's level of interest, he likes to play basketball, and had asked his mom to sign him up. The factors weighing into her decision were not schedules or transportation, they were able to get him to practices and games. Her biggest conundrum was deciding if he was, "good enough" to play. Good enough to play? My heart sank, she was concerned because, "he's not the fastest", or "the most athletic" and she didn't think sports were going to be, "his thing". The conversation upset me and it continued to run through my mind. So, I set out to do some research, I found articles written by health care professionals, mental health professionals, sociology professors, and major influencers in society (teachers, military leaders, church leaders). In researching the opinions of others, the list of pros and cons varied, with valid arguments on both sides. However, none of the articles stated that a good reason for not participating in sports, is that you don't think your child is good enough, or athletic enough, nor should it be determined on whether or not you think they will make a high school team. My argument would be that team sports and other organized recreational activities have three major draws.
Number One: It's scheduled, I am a parent that works full time, and although I have the best of intentions to keep my family active by going on more family hikes and bike rides, the things that consistently get done are the things that are scheduled on our family calendar. If we are signed up as a family for the Salem Days 5k, we make it happen. If I registered my 4-year old for gymnastics or Bizzy Buddies, well, we wouldn't miss out on that fun. And although, getting some kids from the neighborhood together and playing a flag football game sounds awesome, it probably won't happen very often, but if my son is a on a flag football team, we make sure we're there.
Number Two: No matter what recreational activities you choose to try or end up loving, teaching your kids to enjoy recreating, is IMPORTANT! Learn to love being active and moving your bodies. Recreate often enough that your body misses it when you haven't played for a while. Maintaining an active life style as an adult is something to be enjoyed, not just endured because you're trying to be responsible about your health. Learning to enjoy recreating as an adult begins in childhood.
Number Three: Get out and enjoy the community you live in, we have so many awesome events in Salem, don't let opportunity pass you by. I love the ballpark on a summer night, cheering for kids in our community at their volleyball or basketball games, listening to the kids in the gym while they take their dance classes, and I most especially love Salem Days and the Summer Concert Series.
My request is for you to play sports and recreate for all of the right reasons, and please, please, take the opportunity to enjoy our community, because it is pretty phenomenal!
Jen Wright , Recreation Manager
Salem Senior Citizens
Join us Tuesday's and Thursday's for lunch! Lunch is provided at Noon to Senior Citizens
60 years of age and older, for a suggested donation of $3. Please call 801-423-1035 one day prior to RSVP for lunch. Lunch menus may be picked up at the Activity Center or found on-line at www. salemcity.org Annual Membership Fee: $10 (Seniors over age 80 are free!) Membership allows seniors to participate in the additional activities we offer after lunch such as BINGO, Crafts, Games, Puzzles,
Entertainment, etc. Come Join our Great Group of Seniors!
Girls Dance Winter 2020
Salem Recreation will offer a dance class for girls PreK-6th Grade. *Pre-K age is - 4 years old or older. 8 one-hour classes will be held on Tuesday's: Pre-K - 10:00-10:45am or 4:00-4:45pm (4yrs old) Kindergarten 9:15-10:00am or 4:45-5:30pm
1st/2nd- 5:30-6:30pm 3rd/4th 6:30-7:30pm 5th/6th Grade 7:30-8:30pm Classes will be held at the Salem Activity Center. Please enter through Gym door. Classes will begin Tuesday, February 4th. Cost for this class is $30.00. A $10 Non-resident fee will apply. This is a great place for girls to find their love for dance. Morning Instructor: Talla Rowberry Evening Instructor: Jessi J. Johnson
Bizzy Buddies
Kids burnin' energy, that's what Bizzy Buddies is all about. This class is for kids 3-5 years old. It will be held at the Salem Activity Center once a week, mornings from 9:30-10:20 or 10:30-11:20. There will be a different theme each week for us to explore and celebrate through super fun obstacle courses and interactive play. Bizzy Buddies will help your child in developing listening skills, the ability to follow instructions and interact with other children. We are excited to offer this as a fun program for younger kids. Sessions will last six weeks for a cost of $20.00. A $10.00 non-resident fee does apply. Space per session is limited.
Salem Catchers Skills Camp 2020
Salem Recreation is excited to offer a one-day skill development and drill camp. Camp will be held February 8th. The camp will be instructed by former BYU catcher Casey Cloward. The camp will be 1 hour and 30minute sessions. Focus will be on drills that the youth can take back to practice as they work to become a more complete catcher. Kids 8-11 years old 8am 9:30am, and 12-18 years old from 10am 11:30am. Location TBA. Cost for this camp is $15.00. Space is limited so register today at the Salem Recreation office.
Lil' Flippers Gymnastics 2020
Lil' Flippers is for boys and girls ages 3-6 years who love to swing, jump, balance and roll! Kids play and learn on mats & equipment just their size! Classes will be held on Wednesday's at the Salem Activity Center. Six-50-minute classes for a cost of $45. A $10 non-resident fee applies. Salem Rec offers an introduction class & also a Level 1 class (you must take the intro class before signing up for Level 1). Register early, space is limited! Check the Salem City website for upcoming dates.
Concealed Weapons Permit Class
Join us for the Concealed Weapons Permit Class.
When: Saturday, February 29th 9:00am 1:30pm Where: Salem Community Center (150 W. 300 S.)
Cost: $50.00
You MUST be 17 years of age or older to attend. Must attend the entire 4.5-hour class. Instructor: Brett Christensen
Register @ www.salemcity.org or in the Rec. Office
Please watch our website for future class days and times.
Boys Pitching Clinic:
Salem Parks and Recreation is excited to offer a pitching clinic for BOYS AGE 9-13.
The camp will be instructed by Chase Castleberry. Chase pitched at Salt Lake Community College, USU Eastern, and
Utah Valley University. The camp will run for 1.5 hours. The clinic will focus on
drills, mechanics, and proper throwing techniques.
Wednesday, March 25th from 5pm-6:30pm The cost is $15.00 and space is limited! We hope to see you there!
YOUTH SPRING SOCCER
Once the weather breaks it is soccer season! Recreational Youth Spring Soccer will be a 5-week season,
starting April 14th & 15th All leagues will play 2 games a week.
Pre-K = Tuesday & Thursday evenings Kindergarten 6th Grade = Wednesday & Friday evenings
7th 9th Grade (Boys) = Tuesday & Thursday evenings 7th-9th Grade (Girls) = Wednesday & Saturday
Team sizes will be smaller to allow more playing time and less field congestion.
Registration Dates: January 19th - March 19th at the Recreation
Office. Limited/late Registration may be available after March 19th, 2020 -
a $5 late fee will be assessed.
Leagues:
Pre-K------------------------------ $25.00
Kindergarten----------------------$25.00
1st & 2nd Grades-------------------$25.00 3rd & 4th Grades-------------------$30.00
$10 non-resident fee applies.
5th & 6th Grades-------------------$30.00
7th - 9th Grades---------------------$40.00
All players will need a game jersey. Jerseys may be re-used year to year. Jersey's are sold for $12.00 at the recreation office.
**It is your RESPONSIBILITY to pick up your own jersey at the Recreation Office.**
Urban Fishing Program
The Youth Fishing Program is open to youth in 1st to 6th grades. This program is a joint venture between Salem Recreation and the Division of Wildlife Resource. The program focuses on educating youth about fishing and aquatic resources. The first class will be held at the Veterans Memorial Ballpark (downtown). All other classes will be held at Salem Pond. The class will begin April 1st. Registration for this program is $15.00. Each participant should provide their own pole. This is a 6-week program. All kids registered before March 27th are guaranteed a Salem Fishing Club t-shirt. Registration for Youth Fishing Program: Register at the Salem Recreation office. An adult instructor will work with and supervise participants. The first 30 minutes will be spent learning fishing techniques and habitat needs. The remaining time will be spent FISHING! WE ARE LOOKING FOR ADULTS THAT WOULD LIKE TO HELP INSTRUCT AND TEACH KIDS HOW TO FISH. PLEASE CALL IF YOU WOULD ENJOY HELPING 801-423-1035.
Salem Easter Egg Hunt For 1-10 year old Boys & Girls
The 2020 Easter Egg Hunt will take place Saturday, April 11th, at Loafer View Recreation Complex. Hunt will begin at 9:00am sharp, so come early. Fields will be divided into age groups.
Salem Spring Training Tournament April 14th, 15th, 16th & 17th
(Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)
Championship on Friday
Salem, Utah
Fee: $425.00 per team "If" received by March 30th.
Late Fee: $450.00
4 game guarantee
All games will be afternoon and evenings.
Two games per night, earliest start 4:00 p.m.
Age Groups: 8u, 9u, 10u, 11u, 12u, 13u & 14u age
Championship play - Friday, April 17th
Registration Deadline: March 30th - you may commit by e-mail prior to registration.
Salem Youth Track Club
Salem Recreation will sponsor a youth track club for boys and girls 1st to 8th grade. This club will practice 1-2 times a week and participate in meets against clubs from other cities. Practices will be held at Salem Hills High School beginning April 21st. Meets will be held in various Utah County cities, and it will be the responsibility of parents to transport their child to and from. Registration for this program is $40 and includes a track club t-shirt. Registration deadline is April 21st. First practice will be held on April 21st.
Pond Town Invitational Track Meet
Track Dates: 3rd / 4th grade - Track date will be Wednesday, April 29th. Events are scheduled to start at 9:15 a.m. and conclude around 1:00 p.m. The three Salem Elementary Schools will participate.
5th / 6th grade - Track date will be Wednesday, May 6th. Events are scheduled to start at 9:15 a.m. and conclude around 1:00 p.m. **Please note that only regular tennis shoes/sneakers may be worn to compete, no cleats or spikes.** **This event will be a local meet only, winners will be given certificates but they will not move on to a district or regional meet.**
Come Audition for the Salem Community Theater!
2020 Singin' in the Rain
Salem Community Theater Auditions @ Mount Loafer Elementary
Friday, May 1st 5:00pm-9:00pm Saturday, May 2nd 9:00am-1:00pm Call backs Saturday, May 9th 9:00am-1:00pm Rehearsals will be held in the evenings and begin on May 12th
Performances will be held:
July 20th, 21st, 22nd, 23rd, 25th, 27th, & 28th.
July 25th there will be a matinee & an evening performance. *For more information go to www. salemcity.org click the recreation link and then click Salem Community Theater.
Adult Spring Coed Softball
Adult teams comprised of men and women will step to the plate Wednesday evenings at Loafer View Park. Teams will play 12 games scheduled over 8 weeks. Some evenings will include double header action. Space is available for 18 teams, which will be split into two divisions based on skill level and desired competition level. Rosters will allow 18 players per team. All players must be listed on the team roster in-order to play in games. League play will begin Wednesday, April 29th. A post season tournament will complete the season. Team organizational meeting will be held April 14th at 8:00p.m. At Salem
City Recreation Office. Teams that have a representative present will receive two additional practices games.
*All bats must have a USSSA Stamp on them to be used.
Registration Dates: February 14th- April 14th. Registration fee is $390 per team (No out of town fees). After April 14th limited/late registration may be available for a $25 late fee.
Men's Wood Bat League - Slow Pitch Softball
Salem Parks & Recreation will offer a men's wood bat league. Games will be played on Thursday evenings at Salem Loafer View Complex. 12 games will be played with a post season tournament. Game times will be 55 minutes or 7 innings. Games will start anywhere from 6:30 pm 9:30 pm and will begin on April 30th. One wood bat will be issued to each registered team. Cost is $390 per team - no out of town fees. Fees are due April 14th, additional $25 late fee after April 14th. League rules will be Salem Recreation Softball/ "Old School" USSSA Rules.
Team organizational meeting will be held April 14th at 8:00p.m. At Salem City Recreation Office. Teams that have a representative present will receive two additional practices games.
Girls Softball Pitching Clinic: 3rd-8th Grade Girls
Join us for our Softball Pitching Clinic! Our focus will be on pitching, and teaching proper techniques and pitching mechanics.
The instructor will be Kirtlyn (Bohling) McGinnis. Kirtlyn played for Salem Hills High School and was voted the State Softball MVP two times and lead the Lady Skyhawks to two State Championships. She went on to play college softball at Weber State. She graduated from Weber State in 2018 where she had a very decorated career as a right-handed pitcher. Bohling currently holds the school record for career strikeouts with 435, and 63 wins. She also finished her career with a 3.59 ERA. She earned All-Big Sky First Team honors as a pitcher three different times. She helped the Wildcats to three consecutive
Big Sky Regular Season titles, as well as two Championship titles and two NCAA appearances.
We hope to be able to help these young ladies with their softball endeavors!
Camp Date: Saturday, April 18th & 25th Time: 10:00am 11:15am
Where: Veteran Memorial Park Cost: $25.00
Camp is open to all levels of Players & Communities All pitchers will need to bring their own catchers. Catchers can be a parent or older sibling.
YOUTH BASEBALL & SOFTBALL
Youth Baseball & Softball is for boys and girls 3rd to 12th grades. Registration: February 8th April 8th at the Salem Recreation Office or online @ www.salemcity.org. (PICTURES ARE NOT INCLUDED IN FEE). Leagues are divided by gender and age group. After teams have been drafted, registration will be accepted on a space availability basis. Get in early! Boys and Girls 3rd to 8th grades - league will play the majority of their games Tuesday thru Thursday evenings. Phoenix and Colt Leagues will play games Monday thru Thursday. Players must play in leagues that pertain to their grade. Players will not be allowed to play "up" in any age group (except Girls Phoenix, 9th Grade only). Opening Day will be May 7th teams will begin practice a few weeks prior to this date. Tryout dates listed below. First year players in all leagues should plan to attend team tryouts. Players who are returning to a league will remain on the same team. Those players that desire to tryout as a pitcher or catcher should arrive 30 minutes prior to scheduled tryout time. If the weather is wet we will move tryouts indoors, check on-line at www.salemcity.org for location.
GIRLS' LEAGUES
Girls PreK T-BALL Girls T-BALL COACH PITCH FALCON LEAGUE FILLY LEAGUE FOX LEAGUE PHOENIX LEAGUE
GRADE (2019-20 school year)
PreK Kindergarten 1st 2nd Grade 3rd 4th Grade 5th 6th Grade 7TH, 8TH & 9TH Grade 10th 12th Grade
FEE
$30.00 Reg. ends May 1st $30.00 Reg. ends May 1st $30.00 Reg. ends May 1st $50.00 Reg. ends April 8th $50.00 Reg. ends April 8th $55.00 Reg. ends April 8th $55.00 Reg. ends May25th
BOYS' LEAGUES
Boys PreK T-BALL Boys T-BALL COACH PITCH MUSTANG PINTO PONY COLT
GRADE (2019-20 school year)
PreK
Kindergarten 1ST - 2nd Grade 3rd 4th Grade 5th 6th Grade 7th 8th Grade 9th 12th Grade
FEE
30.00 Reg. ends May 1st $30.00 Reg. ends May 1st $30.00 Reg. ends May 1st $55.00 Reg. ends April 8th $55.00 Reg. ends April 8th $65.00 Reg. ends April 8th $65.00 Reg. ends May 25th
After Registration Ends, registrants will only be accepted on a space availability
basis, and a $5.00 late fee will be assessed. $10 Non-Resident Fee Applies.
Baseball Softball Tryout and Draft Information 2020
League
Tryout Information
Draft- Coaches Only
Falcon 3rd & 4th Girls
April 16th 6:00-7:00
April 16th 7:30pm
Filly 5th & 6th Girls
April 16th 6:00-7:00
April 16th 8:30pm
Fox 7th-9th Girls
April 21st 7:30-8:30
April 21st 8:30pm
Phoenix 10th-12th Girls Mustang 3rd & 4th Boys
No try out for this league, 9th grade girls may choose to play in this league. H.S. softball players
welcome. April 21st 6:00-7:30
Team organization 3rd week of May
April 22nd 8:30pm
Pinto 5th & 6th Boys
April 22nd 6:00-7:00
April 22nd 7:30pm
Pony 7th & 8th Boys
April 21st Workout: 4:30
April 23rd 9:00pm
Colt 9th - 12th Boys
No try out for this league
Team organization 3rd week of May
Opening Day at the
Ball Park will be May 7th.
Thursday, May 7th, Loafer View Recreation Complex, Field 3. Teams need to line up on the football field between 5:00 and 5:15. The ceremony will begin at 5:30. Ceremony will include team parade, National Anthem and an honored guest to throw the first pitch. The evening will also include Opening Day Specials at the Snack Shack and prizes given to the player who scores the first run of every game.
T-BALL for Pre-K & KINDERGARTEN
Registration Deadline is Friday, May 1st. New this year Two Leagues! PRE-K & KINDERGARTEN
PRE-K T-BALL - New this year! Participants MUST be entering kindergarten during the 2020/2021 school year in order to register. 8 games will be played in this league. Games will be played on Tuesday & Thursday evenings beginning May 19th.
KINDERGARTEN T-BALL Participants MUST be registered for kindergarten during the 2019/2020 school year. 10 games will be played in this league. Games will be played on Wednesday & Friday evenings beginning May 15th.
T-BALL FEE $30.00. $10.00 non-resident fee does apply.
***You must register with the league appropriate to the grade your child was attending during the 2019/2020 school year. This is non-negotiable, no matter who you are! If your child is found to be registered in the wrong league, he/she will be removed from their team without a refund. Matt says, "Don't be a liar."
Coach Pitch Baseball 2020
Coach Pitch Baseball Registration Deadline is Friday, May 1st.
Participants MUST be entering 1st or 2nd grade during the 2020/2021 school year in order to register. This league will be gender specific. Coaches will pitch to players. Games will be played on
Wednesday & Friday evenings, beginning May 15th, FEE: $30 includes shirt and hat/ $10 non-resident fee applies
Grass Volleyball - 2020
May 27th, 29th & June 3rd, 5th (Wednesday's/Friday's) This will be an 8-match season, 2 games per night played at Vets Park. Leagues will be divided as follows: 5th/6th Grade Girls
7th-9th Grade Girls. Cost will be $35.00 ($10 non-resident/$5 limited/late fee will apply)
Registration Ends May 14th.
Soccer Camp with Coach Buzz
June 1st June 4th
He's coming back! Coach Kolodziejczac (Buzz) has over 10 years coaching
experience, has instructed Summer Soccer Camps since 2004, is currently
playing in the San Francisco Soccer Futbol League, coach and trainer at the
Mill Valley Soccer Club in Marin California, 4 years collegiate playing
experience, and has played all over the world including the Brazilian Soccer
League!
This camp will be split into two groups:
Elite Camp: 10-16 year Old's (7:30-9:00 a.m.)
Youth Rec. Camp: Kindergarten - 7th Grade (9:00 - 10:30 a.m.)
Rec. Camp Fee: $30.00
Elite Camp Fee: $60.00
**New for 2020**
Summer Flag Football
Registration Deadline: June 11th Games will begin June 17th - July15th and will be played on, Wednesday & Friday evenings. Cost: $45.00 ($10 non-resident fee applies) League will be divided by 3rd/4th graders, 5th/6th graders, 7th/8th graders For summer flag football, please register for the grade the participant will be
in during the 2020/2021 school year. This is a new program for those participants who are passionate about football,
and would like to build skills and find competitive play. Players will rotate teams each week and work on skill development, while playing flag football games. All teams will be coached by Recreation Staff and Volunteer Coaches.
9th Grade Cheer Tryout's - Fall 2020
Cheerleading tryouts will be held on April 23rd & 24th.
There is a $10.00 fee to tryout. Please pay your tryout fee at the Recreation Office
Prior to tryouts.
Additional fees required for those who make the squad and a Mandatory Parent Meeting
Monday, April 27th @ 6:30pm @ The Activity Center.
3rd- 8th Cheerleading
The Cheer squads will be organized by grade and assigned to a Salem youth football team. Practice will start the first part of July and conclude the end of the Tackle football season which is about the middle of October. The program will include a weekly practice, and two city football games per week (once the season starts). The program will also include instruction of cheers, jumps and routines. Cheerleaders will be cheering for their own grade level football teams. Cost will be $205.00 which will include the participation fee, cheer camp, and uniform. Girls will also be required to have all white cheer shoes, and a navy sports bra (which may be purchased through the Rec. Office). Additional cheer items will also be available to purchase. Parents must attend a mandatory parent meetings - dates and times to be announced. Cheer registration ends on June 25th. Please check with the Recreation Office for uniform fitting times. After this date you will NO longer be able to register for Cheer.
SALEM TENNIS
Our Adult Tennis Instructor John Hamblin is certified with the professional tennis registry. John is very passionate about the game of tennis and is excited to work with
the youth of Salem. As a life long tennis player John is also ranked number 2 in tennis for the Utah Senior Games.
This program is to introduce and teach the skills of tennis to youth, Kindergarten - 8th grade. Skill development will be the main focus while rules and game format are taught. Three age-based classes will be offered; K - 3rd grade, 4th 6th and teen tennis 6th 8th grade. For the K-6th Grade athletes a tennis racquet may
be borrowed for each lesson, if the participant does not have access to one of their
own. We are also providing an option to purchase your own tennis racquet. Teen tennis athletes will be required to provide their own racquet. Participants will receive a T-shirt and Ten classes. Registration fee is: $35.00 (K-6th) $45.00 (6th-8th), space is limited.
A $10.00 non-resident fee will be charged for this program.
6th graders get to choose to go beginner with the younger kids or teen with the older kids, depending on their experience level. If you are not sure where to
sign up please call the Recreation Office and we will try to advise you.
K to 3rd grade = 9:00 to 10:00 am 4th to 6thgrade = 10:00 to 11:00 am Teen 6th -8th grade = 7:30 to 9:00 am
Session 1 June 1st - 12th (weekdays) Session 2 June 15th26th (weekdays) Fall Session Aug. 21st Sept. 3rd
(Fall Session times will be after school, check web for details)
*Tennis Racquets may be purchased (optional) at the time of registration for Kindergarten 6th graders for $20.00.
Tennis Court Lights: You may now play tennis into the late hours of the spring and summer. The light
system works well, making it so that Salem residents can enjoy evening tennis. Lights will be available for users from April 1st to Mid October. The system is set on a timer to allow the Recreation department to control when lights will be available. The usage window has been set for dusk to 10:30 p.m. Users may go to the courts in this window and push the court lights button to turn their desired courts lights on. Once the button has been pushed (located at the west entrance) the lights will work for 1 hour. After 55 minutes of usage a strobe light will begin to flash. The court user will then have 5 minutes to either hit the button again or the lights will go out. If the button is hit again the lights will run for another hour. So, get out and play,
we suggest you make it a family activity.
Girls Softball Camp June 2nd- June 4th, for Girls 3rd-9th grade.
This 3-day camp will be instructed by SHHS head softball coach, Kaleb Stokes and staff. The focus will be on pitching, hitting and fielding. This camp will be held at Loafer View Recreation Complex. Registration fee is $25 (shirt included). Those who register after May 26th will not be guaranteed a shirt. Camp will be held from 8:00a.m. to 9:30a.m.
Boys Baseball Camp June 2nd June 5th For Boys 2nd-8th grade. This 4-day camp will be instructed by Coach Scott Haney and his staff. The focus will be on pitching, hitting and fielding. This camp will be held at Veteran's Memorial Park (downtown). Registration fee is $25 (shirt included). Those who register after May 26th will not be guaranteed a shirt.
Two age groups: 2nd to 5th graders 11:00am to 12:30pm. 6th to 8th 9:00am to 10:30am.
Ultimate Frisbee Camp May 26th-29th
For Boys and Girls 10-14 years old. This 4-day camp will be instructed by Bart Thompson SHHS Track coach. Bart also played on BYU's Ultimate Frisbee Team. If you have never played Ultimate Frisbee you should give it a try, the game is so much more fun than you think it's going to be, as well as entertaining to watch. This camp will be held at the Loafer View Recreation Complex on the soccer/football field from 8:00-9:30 am. Registration fee is $25 (shirt included). Those who register after May 21st will not be guaranteed a shirt. There is no non-resident fee on camps.
Kids Craft Camp- June 8th 12th Two sessions: 1st - 9:00-10:30am.
2nd 10:45am-12:15pm. For youth ages 6 years and older. This camp is a great opportunity to get your youth off the couch during the summer and have them learn something fun and new. Each day they will work on a new project: Porcelain figurines, wood, painting, and general hand crafts. Classes will be held at Veteran's Memorial Park. All crafts and supplies will be included in the registration fee of $25. $5 late fee after June 1st. Space is limited so sign up early. Reminder: No Non-Resident Fee for Camps!
Summer Basketball Camp For Boys & Girls 2nd 8th Grade Put on by SHHS Coaching Staff
It will help players progress in their development and skills as well as be a lot of fun!
Camp will be held at Salem Junior high school, main gym. June 15th 17th 12:30pm-2:00pm
$30.00 (includes a t-shirt)
Women's Grass Volleyball
Join us for Women's Grass Volleyball! Wednesday Evenings: June 10th, 17th, 24th & July 1st, 8th
*All games will be double headers* Fee: $210/Team - no non-resident fees Roster may have up to 10 players - Must be 18 & older, but may include 2 high school age players per team. Maximum of 10 players per roster. Registration ends June 3rd.
Lego STEM Camp!
Two Sessions Offered This Year! June 8th - June 12th Theme - Animal Architects OR
June 22nd June 26th - Theme Harry Potter
June 8th-12th Animal Architects (Ages 5-7)
Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts as we design and build leaping dolphins, buzzing beehives, and towering giraffes. Play, create, and learn in a world inspired by the animal kingdom. Design and build as never before and explore your craziest ideas.
June 8th-12th Animal Master Architects (Ages 8-12)
Be inspired by the natural innovation and engineering of the animal world and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Design and build fluttering butterflies, stomping elephants, and fierce Tasmanian devils. Apply realworld mechanical engineering concepts as you design, build, and explore your craziest ideas.
June 22nd -26th Harry Potter Magical Engineering (Ages 5-7)
Explore the magic of Harry Potter using LEGO! Find Platform 9 3/4, travel to school on the Hogwarts Express, and challenge the Hungarian Horntail Dragon. Travel to a world of wizardry and hone your magical skills while learning about Muggle (STEM) concepts.
June 22nd -26th Harry Potter Master Engineering (Ages 8-12)
Master the magic of Harry Potter using LEGO®! Visit Diagon Alley, play a game of Quidditch, and duel the evil Lord Voldemort. Hone your magical skills while learning about advanced Muggle (STEM) concepts.
Ages 5-7 9am Noon Ages 8-12 1pm 4pm New this year...Each registrant will receive a LEGO® set to take home! Fee is $175 (no non-resident fees) Register Early! Space is Limited!
Girl's Summer Dance Camp Dates To Be Determined
Salem Recreation is excited to offer a Dance Camp for girls PreK-6th Grade!
Pre-K (Ages 3-5) 9am-10am Kindergarten 2nd Grade 10am 11am
3rd 6th Grade 11am Noon Fee is $20 (no non-resident fees) Register early! Space is Limited!
Painting Classes
Join us for our Painting Classes! Classes are offered during the summer months
June, July, & August. Ages: 10-100
Cost: $20 & includes canvas & all painting supplies. Instructor: Cari Batty Dates to be announced.
Please check our website for upcoming classes.
UGSA TOURNAMENTS JUly 6Th, 7Th, 8Th & 9Th
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UBBA TOURNAMENTS JUly 13Th, 14Th, 15Th & 16Th
Join us for the 4th Annual SALO BIKE RACE
JUNE 17th & 18th Presented by Revere Health!
This is a Recreational Bike Race! It is intended for Racers of all levels to participate, you do NOT have to be professional in order to race.
**This Race is a huge undertaking, anyone interested in volunteering please contact the Recreation Office.** 801-423-1035
Adult Fall Softball
Coed Softball - Fall Adult teams comprised of men and
women will step to the plate Wednesday evenings at Loafer View Park. Teams will play a 12-game schedule over 7 weeks. Some evenings will include double header action. Space is available for 18 teams, which will be split into three divisions based on skill level and desired competition level. Rosters will allow 16 players per team. All players must be listed on the team roster in-order to play in games. League play will begin Wednesday, August 19th. A post season tournament will complete the season. Team organizational meeting will be held July 29th at 8:00p.m. At the Recreation office. Teams that have a representative present will receive two additional practices games.
Tackle Football
Boys that opt to play both tackle and flag will only pay $15.00 for their flag participation. The theory behind playing both is to allow the boys to get more reps, play different skill positions and interact with boys that are only playing flag in the 3rd - 6th grades.
Youth Tackle Football 3rd - 8th Grade
Registration begins May 20th July 20th
2020 Salem will offer recreation tackle football for grades 3rd -8th. These age groups will participate in grade specific teams that compete in the UCFC (Utah County Football Conference).
A three- day conditioning and skill camp will be included in the fee. All boys that are planning on playing are strongly encouraged to attend the
CAMP July 27th, 28th, & 29th (no discount if you are unable to attend camp)
The league will include teams from all cities in Utah County. Team practice will begin August 3rd. Games will begin the third week in August. All teams will play 8 scheduled games. Travel will be required for all teams. Saturday will be the main playing date. Some games will be played on Tuesday's and Wednesday's.
Post season will begin mid-October with championship play tentatively planned for the first week of November. Success in the playoffs will add additional games.
Registration fee: 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grade = $145.00 6th, 7th, & 8th Grade = $165.00 Fee Includes: Team Assignment, Coaches, Use of Equipment, & T-Shirt $10 non-resident fee will apply After July 20th Limited/Late Registration fee $5.00
**Salem will be accepting coaches starting in January. You must pass a City Background Check. You will also be required to take and pass USA football certification.
SALEM DAYS: August 1st - 8th
Salem Days will kick off our Annual Celebration! More information to come in your monthly utility bill.
Little Miss Salem Pageant
Saturday Aug. 1st SHHS Auditorium
Mud Volleyball Tournament
Saturday Aug. 1st Arena Mud Volleyball Pits
Dutch Oven Cook Off
Saturday Aug. 1st Salem Community Center
Family Fireside
Sunday Aug. 2nd SHHS Auditorium
Monday Night Concert Series
Monday Aug. 3rd Knoll Park Outdoor Stage
Kickball Tournament
Tuesday Aug. 4th Loafer View Complex
Cardboard Duct Tape Boat Regatta
Tuesday Aug. 4th Salem Pond
Baby Contest
Wednesday Aug. 5th Salem Community Center
Tractor Pull
Wednesday Aug. 5th Arena
Movie in the Park
Wednesday Aug. 5th Loafer View Complex
Senior Dinner
Thursday Aug. 6th Civic Center
Lil' Buckaroo Rodeo
Thursday Aug. 6th Arena
Golf Tournament
Friday Aug. 7th
Children's Parade
Friday Aug. 7th Begins at Salem Elementary
Concert in the Park
Friday Aug. 7th Salem Veterans Ballpark
Fun Run
Saturday Aug. 8th
Breakfast
Saturday Aug. 8th Salem Pond
Grand Parade
Saturday Aug. 8th
Fair in the Square
Saturday Aug. 8th Veterans Memorial Park
Quilt Show
Saturday Aug. 8th Church near City Building
Photo Contest
Saturday Aug. 8th Fair in the Square
BBQ Beef Dinner
Saturday Aug. 8th
Library Auction
Saturday Aug. 8th Civic Center Lawn
Pageant
Saturday Aug. 8th
Fireworks
Saturday Aug. 8th Civic Center/Salem Pond
Flag Football Camp August 10th-14th Loafer View Complex This 5-day camp is for 2nd 6th graders and will teach participants the object of flag football. Passing, catching, flag pulling, offense and defense. Camp time will be 8:30 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Registration fee is $25 (shirt included). A shirt will be included for those campers who register by August 6th.
1st & 2nd Grade Flag Football
This league will be for youth going into 1st & 2nd grades. The league will be set up with the goal of teaching football skills and philosophy. Teams will play games twice a week, Wednesday & Friday evenings. Prior to each game a skill workout will take place for 10 minutes. Workouts will be focused on catching, throwing and flag pulling. Volunteer Coaches are needed. League play will begin September 2nd. Registration fee is $35. Limited/Late registration may be available after August 26th a $5 fee will apply. $10 non-resident fee. 1st & 2nd grade soccer will not conflict with this program.
Youth Flag Football 3rd-6th Grade
Games played Tuesday & Thursday evenings at Loafer View Complex for boys and girls that desire to play. Leagues are offered for 3rd & 4th graders and an older league for 5th & 6th graders. Registration fee is $45 (shirt included). Limited/Late registration may be available after August 26th a $5 fee will apply. $10 non-resident fee. Flag football will kick off on Sept. 8th.
Salem Fall Youth Soccer
Youth Soccer is for boys and girls Pre-K - 7th Grade. Each league will play
9 scheduled games. The season will begin September 8th & 9th and finish mid-
October.
Registration fee is: Pre-K = $25 K- 2nd = $25 3rd to 6th = $30 7th-9th = $40
$5 Limited/Late fee after August 26th. $10 non-resident fee.
League nights:
Pre-K 4 & 5 years old (NOT IN Kindergarten) Wednesday & Friday evenings
Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd grades
Tuesday & Thursday evenings
3rd to 6th grades
Wednesday & Fridays evenings
7th-9th grades
Tuesday & Thursday evenings
All players will need a game jersey. Jerseys maybe re-used year to year.
Jersey's are sold for $12.00 at the recreation office.
**It is your RESPONSIBILITY to pick up your own jersey at the Recreation Office.**
Salem Hunter Safety
We are excited to offer hunters safety courses for youth (10 and older) and adults that need to take Hunter Safety. Classes will be offered during the fall and winter months. Please check www.salemcity.org for dates and times we will post this information as it becomes available to us. Space is limited to the first 35 registrants. Sign up early. Participants must attend every class to complete the course. All Participants must register at the Salem Recreation Office, and pay a $10.00 registration fee. Once registered participants will be required to purchase a Hunter Safety Voucher/License prior to the first class. Licenses may be purchased for $10.00 at any location that sells hunting licenses.
Salem Youth Volleyball Instructional Course (3rd to 9th grades)
September. 9th September 25th Wed. & Fri. 6:30 8:00 pm FEE $35.00 Shirt is included with fee (Register at Salem Recreation) Online registration is available at www.salemcity.org
Registration deadline is September 8th A $10 non-resident fee will be charged for this program. Course will be 6 Sessions over 3 weeks.
Girls Volleyball League
Salem Recreation will again offer a girls Volleyball league in Fall 2020. This program has been a great success for the last five years. This is a program you need to sign up early...NOT LATE!:) The leagues will be divided as: 3rd/4th Graders, 5th/6th Graders and 7th-9th Graders. Practices and games will begin the week of October 19th. It is encouraged and highly recommended that players enroll in the Salem Youth Instructional Course each year prior to playing in the league. Parent coaches will be needed for this league. Registration fee $30.00. Registration ends October 8th. Limited/Late registration may be available and will include a $5.00 late fee. Non-resident fee of $10.00 does apply.
Little Flippers Gymnastics 2020
Lil' Flippers is for boys and girls ages 3-6 years who love to swing, jump, balance and roll! Kids play and learn on mats & equipment just their size! Classes will be held on Wednesday's at the Salem Activity Center. 6-50 minutes classes for a cost of $45. $10 non-resident fee applies. Salem Rec offers an introduction class & also a Level 1 class (you must take the intro class before signing up for Level 1). Register early, space is limited!
Please check our website for upcoming dates.
Girls Dance Classes
Introduction to Dance will be offered for girl's Pre-K to 6th grade. The class will be held one day a week and will be broken up by grade. Classes will begin in October. Dates will be published online, late summer. Eight sessions will be offered with a performance on the final night. Cost for this program is $30.00, a $10.00 non-resident fee will be charged for this program. This is a great place for girls to find their love of dance! Register at the Salem Recreation office, or online at www.salemcity.org
Bizzy Buddies
Kids burnin' energy, that's what Bizzy Buddies is all about. This class is for kids 3-5 years old. Bizzy Buddies will help your child in developing listening skills, the ability to follow instructions and interact with other children through fun obstacle courses and interactive play. We are excited to offer this fun program for younger kids. Sessions will last six weeks for a cost of $20.00. A $10.00 non-resident fee does apply. Space is limited.
Little League Wrestling
Wrestling is for boys Pre-Kindergarten to 6th grade. This season will begin with a 2-day wrestling camp beginning October 20th & 21st. Camp is included as part of the league fee and will be instructed by SHHS Coach Blake Mangum and his staff. Teams will be divided and begin practicing after camp is completed. Wrestling matches and practices will be held Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Season will include an end of the year tournament. Sign up at the Salem Recreation office or online www.salemcity.org. Registration deadline is October 20th. Wrestlers will be weighed at camp. Weight will be used for matchups throughout the year. $45 registration. $10 non-resident fee applies. Limited/Late Registration may be available for a $5 fee.
**Please note that singlet's and wrestling shoes are encouraged but not mandatory and are not included in the registration fee. Wrestlers may either compete in wrestling shoes or socks but bare feet and street shoes will not be allowed on the mats.**
Salem Parks & Recreation
2020-21 Men's Winter Basketball
League Information: Salem City will offer a men's basketball league this fall/winter season. Most games will be played at the Salem Jr. High. Some games will be played at SHHS Main and Aux Gym. The league will be divided into three division of play, On Wednesday evenings. An open league will also be offered on Tuesday evenings. 8 spots will be available in each league. Teams should sign up in the league that is appropriate to their team's ability. All players must be out of High School and at least 18 years of age. Fees per team: Cost will be $500 per team if paid by October 14th. After October 14th $525 Organizational meeting Oct 14th 8:00pm @ the Recreation Office. If you attend the organizational meeting you will receive two additional practice games. Teams will play 12 league games. Two nights of practice games (if you have a representative at the meeting). A post season tournament, the 3rd week of February. Games Most games will be played at Salem Jr. High. Practice games will be on October 21st & 28th. Only players listed on the official team roster may play in games. Teams will provide their own matching jerseys or t-shirts. No shirt "No Playing" service! League Play will begin Wednesday, November 4th. The majority of games will be played on Wednesday evenings. A few games will be played on Tuesday evenings.
Little Hoopsters - 1st & 2nd Grade Basketball
Little Hoopsters Fall Session will be available for boys and girls who are in 1st and 2nd grade. This is a clinic style introductory program using fun activities to teach proper mechanics and skills. The program helps young players progress in there basketball development. This 5-week program will begin November 3rd. Sessions will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays for 1 hour. There will be a session at 6:00pm and at 7:00pm. Space is limited to 32 spots. Cost will be $30.00 (includes T-shirt) space is limited, so be sure to register early! $10 Non-Resident Fee Applies.
Youth Basketball
Signups for the youth basketball season can be found on-line, September 18th - November 19th. After November 19th registrants will only be accepted on a space availability basis, and a $5.00 late fee will be assessed. $10 Non-Resident Fee Applies. Leagues are divided by gender & grade. Coaches drafts will be held the first week of December. Teams will practice one-week night per week. Games will be played on Saturdays, starting January 9th. Leagues and fees:
3rd & 4th grade $45.00 5th & 6th grade $45.00 7th & 8th Girls $50.00 7th & 8th Boys $50.00 9th 12th Girls $55.00 9th 12th Boys $55.00 Volunteer coaches are needed. All games will be played on Saturdays.
Salem Youth Basketball Camp
Camp will be held Saturday, December 5th. This two-session camp will include lunch. Camp will be held at Salem Junior High School. Camp will be put on by Salem Hills High Coaching Staff. Camp Schedule: Camp begin at 10:00 and will run until 11:30. Lunch will be served 11:30 to 12:00 (pizza & a drink). Camp will resume @ 12:00 and go until 1:00. Register online or at the Salem Recreation Office. Registration fee is $20.00 which includes lunch. There is NO non-resident fee with this camp. Campers should wear basketball shoes, shorts and a t-shirt.
Pond Town Christmas Lighting Ceremony
Friday, November 27th. Start your Holidays off with this beautiful Salem tradition. The ceremony will begin at 6:00 p.m. Dress warm and come prepared to participate in welcoming Santa and Ewing and Awing as Salem's Pond Town Christmas begins, very fun for the whole family. Meet between the entrance to Knoll Park and the Salem Days stage.
POND TOWN CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE
DECEMBER 4th & DECEMBER 5th AT THE ACTIVITY CENTER
**If you are interested in becoming a vendor please contact the Recreation Office**
(801) 423-1035 (60 N. 100 E.)
Winter Snowman Softball Tournament
What is your family doing over Christmas break? Form a softball team and come play in our Annual Salem Snowman Softball Tournament. Yes, that is right, softball in the snow. Salem Parks and Recreation. will sponsor the last tournament of the year. Cost is $175 per team. Teams are guaranteed 3 games and plenty of hot chocolate & doughnuts. Teams may be made up of men, women or mixed.
This event is about fun! Teams must be registered by Wednesday, December 30th. Wood bats are used. Salem City will supply 1 bat per field. Games will be played Saturday, January 2nd at Salem Loafer View Park. Come join the fun. Register your team now at Salem Recreation office or online at www.salemcity.org
NEW for 2020 Chess Camp December 29th, 30th, 31st!
Looking for something to do over Christmas break? Why not learn to play a game that is more than a controller and TV screen. Salem will host a 3-day chess camp.
This event is open to youth 8-14, that are ready to learn the game. As well as youth that already know how to play and are looking for an opponent.
Theory and rules will be covered each day. Once players learn the simple introduction of the game, matches and game challenges will be worked into the program.
December 29th-31st Salem Activity Center - 10:00am to 11:30am each day.
Pre- Registration: $10.00 - Day of: $15.00 Registration is open online until Dec. 28th
Space is limited.
2021
**Registration for Winter 2021 Programs begins in November/December of 2020**
Little Hoopsters Basketball
A fun introductory basketball program for 1st & 2nd grade boys and girls. This program is a clinic style program using fun activities to teach proper mechanics and skills. This program helps young players progress in their basketball development. Hoopsters is a 5-week 10 session program, beginning January 5th. Sessions will be held Tuesday and Thursday evenings 6:00 to 7:00p.m. or 7:00 to 8:00p.m., you choose. Space is limited to 32 spots per session. Registration Ends: January 5, 2021 or until full at the Recreation Office. Registration Fee-------$30.00 T-shirt is included in registration fee. $10 non-resident fee applies
Indoor Soccer - 2021
We are kicking off Indoor Soccer this year! Kids will be divided into 3 leagues. Pre-K, Kindergarten, & 1st & 2nd Grade. Games for Indoor Soccer will be played on Saturday's for 5 weeks, and will begin in January 2021! All games will be held in our Activity Center, Located at Veteran's Ball Park (60 N. 100 E.) Registration will end on Tuesday, December 8th. Join us for some indoor soccer fun!
Hunter Safety - 2021
January Hunters Safety Course. Class Dates To Be Announced. Classes will be from 6-8p.m. and held at the Salem Activity Center. Space is limited to the first 35 registrants. Sign up early. Registration Fee: $10.00 Participants must attend every class to complete the course. Instructor: Duane Hill *Participants will be required to purchase a Hunter Safety Voucher/License prior to the first class. Licenses can be purchased at any location that sells hunting licenses.
On-Line Registration
We have added online registration for your convenience. You may now sign up in the comfort of your own home. Most of our programs will be available for online registration. Simply go to www.salemcity.org Click on the Parks & Recreation link, click the "REGISTER ONLINE" icon, and begin registering. Even though we are now offering online registration we would love to see you in person, so feel free to come by the office to sign up.
The Activity Center is Available to RENT!
Full Day Rental (Saturday & Sunday) 7am-11pm Rentals Require $500 Deposit $200 Residents $400 Non-Residents
Evening Rental (Monday-Friday) 5pm-10pm Rental Require $500 Deposit $100 Residents Only
Call or Stop by The Activity Center for more information.
Salem Adopt a Tree Program
Salem Parks & Recreation will sponsor our annual family adopt a tree day. This program is set up to allow families or donors to purchase a tree -15 to 20 feet tall - that will be planted at one of the ball parks located here in Salem. Cost per tree is $250 and will include a marker that will be placed at the base of the tree to commemorate or memorialize the tree donor. This program is a great opportunity to beautify our parks while starting a family tradition! Trees will be planted the first week of November, with holes being prepared by Salem City Parks crews. Trees will be purchased by the City Parks Department and delivered to designated locations. Families will have the option to plant their tree or have the City Parks Crew do it for them. For more information or to order your family tree, call Matt Marziale at Salem Parks & Recreation, 423-1035.
*We are always looking to add trees to our parks. If you desire to donate at a time outside the Adopt a Tree Program, please contact the Recreation Office 801-423-1035.
Salem Riding Arena
Groups or clubs interested in using the Salem Riding Arena should contact the Salem Recreation Office or www.salemcity.org (click on the Parks & Recreation link, scroll to the bottom of the page, click on rental information, and click on Rodeo Arena Rental Info) for user information as well as rental rates. Riding clubs, roping clubs and renters must have a group insurance policy prior to rental of the facility. A free riding time will be available to Salem Residents Monday through Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. During this time block rider's may ride and work out their horses. No roping or poles will be allowed during the riding block.
Salem Recreation Request Policy
Due to the growth of Salem City and our surrounding areas, we are no longer able to take individual's requests for team
sports.
For many programs volunteer coaches will continue to submit 2 requests. Their requests will be our priority! In leagues where
a draft is held coaches will be guaranteed their child, and if they have one, their assistant coach's child.
We strive in the Recreation Department to make your child's experience a positive one for both the body and the
mind.
We recognize Recreation Sports are a great avenue for children to make new friends, therefore being on a team where your child does not have a "buddy" allows him or her to
do just that!
We also understand sometimes there are extenuating circumstances, and in those cases, we will do our best to
accommodate, but we cannot make any guarantees.
Salem Recreation will guarantee siblings will be placed together in our programs where it applies. To insure this the parent needs to be aware of two things: 1. It is the parent's responsibility to notify the recreation office in writing when your family is in need of such an accommodation. 2. No guarantees will be made after the registration period ends. Thank you for your understanding on this matter.
Can I Trade Teams?
This simple answer is no, you may not.
Teams are created one of two ways:
1. If the Salem Recreation Program Coordinator creates the teams it is done so in a strategic manner following strict guidelines. First, the Volunteer Coaches are allowed to make requests, then the recreation staff checks for siblings. From there the staff balances genders, grades and tries to keep kids playing with other kids from their neighborhood or school. These measures are taken by the staff, so that the best effort possible is made in keeping the teams fair. Because of the work that goes into building teams, no trades are allowed once the rosters have been sent to the coaches. Sorry, we cannot be bribed, even with cookies and specialty sodas.
2. In leagues where a draft is held the recreation staff is there to insure that the draft rules are followed, allowing every coach an equally fair chance to build a team. In a draft, the coaches have all the say in their teams, as long as the draft rules are followed. Once the coaches leave the draft meeting, the teams are set.
Coaches are the only people who have a say in the building of teams. If you want your child with a certain friend, we welcome you to volunteer as a coach.
We strive in the Recreation Department to make your child's experience a positive one for both the body and the mind. We recognize Recreation Sports are a great avenue for children to make new friends, therefore being on a team where your child does not have a "buddy" allows him or her to do just that! We also understand sometimes there are extenuating circumstances, and in those cases, we will do our best to accommodate, but we cannot make any guarantees. Salem Recreation will guarantee siblings will be placed together in our programs where it applies. To insure this the parent needs to be aware of two things: 1. It is the parent's responsibility to notify the recreation office in writing when your family is in need of such an accommodation. 2. No guarantees will be made after
the early registration period ends. Thank you for your understanding on this matter.
Salem Recreation Coach Selection Policy
Salem Recreation will select coaches from a pool of individuals who are willing to volunteer their time.
You must notify Salem Recreation that you are willing to volunteer either by phone, email (salemrecreation@salemcity.org), in person,
or by checking the "Willing to Coach" box when you register online.
Volunteer coaches will be selected on a case by case basis. If you are selected as a coach, you will be notified by email that you have
been selected.
All coaches are required to pass a criminal back ground check (this is required every 3 years). Salem Recreation will give priority to volunteers who have meet the following criteria:
1. Coaches who have coached in our programs before. 2. Coaches who have provided the most positive experience
for the kids, and have had the least amount of problems with opposing teams or officials. 3. Coaches that have captured the vision and mission of Salem Recreation Programs.
Thank you for your understanding on this matter.
Salem Recreation Refund/Cancellation Policy
In the event that Salem Recreation cancels any league, class, or camp, a full refund will be issued.
In the event that a refund is requested by a patron all transactions will be assessed a $5 processing fee per registration, as long as it does not fall in the "No refunds category" please see below.
No refunds will be issued, if the following situations apply:
1. If the program has limited space no refunds will be issued. Why? Because you have taken a spot that someone else could have utilized. If the refund is requested before the program begins, and the Recreation Office is able to fill that spot, with someone on our waiting list, we may refund the amount paid less the $5 processing fee, this is a case by case situation.
2. Once the program, camp, or class begins no refunds will be issued. Salem Recreation defines the beginning of the program as the start date or once the teams in a league are divided. Whether that be by draft or by the program coordinator creating the teams.
Why? Because no matter how the teams are created an honest effort is made to make the teams as fair as possible. Late withdrawals effect the balancing of the program. In addition, a great deal of time goes into balancing programs.
Ways to Protect Yourself:
1. Check your calendar. If you sign up for baseball camp, and fail to realize it is the same time as your family reunion, you now have a problem. If you catch it early (before the camp begins) you will only lose $5. If you don't tell us until camp has started or even ended (this happens). You have lost your entire registration fee:( 2. Explain to your child, they are still playing even if they didn't get on the team that they wanted, with the friend that they wanted, or the coach that they wanted, or the jersey that they wanted, Mom & Dad cannot get their money back:(
All joking aside...if you have an extreme circumstance please call the Recreation Office, and let us know about it. We will do our best to help you!
Coaches Discount Policy
Salem Parks & Recreation offers various youth sports programs. Each program is organized and maintained by recreation staff. Coaching for all youth sports is done by volunteer coaches. Coaches are selected from a pool of volunteers, including solicitations of parents. All coaches must pass a background check prior to serving as a volunteer. Volunteer coaches will receive a money pass at the conclusion of the sport coached. These money passes can be used for future registrations. The amount of the money pass is dictated by the sport each volunteer coaches. The money pass system is by no means an avenue for payment or compensation of the coach's time. It is a simple thank you and acknowledgement of the coach's time and efforts. It is our belief that the majority of coach's volunteer to spend time with their child as well as the youth of our community.
Non-Resident Fees
A $10.00 non-resident fee will be charged for all programs, except camps. Non-residents are individuals that do not live inside Salem City Limits. Non-Residents are also those that do not pay property taxes to Salem City. Our programs are subsidized by city property tax dollars. Thank you for your help and support with our programs.
WEATHER UPDATES:
For rainout and weather updates please look online at www.salemcity.org on the top of the home page. Updates will also be posted on Facebook. We will update daily (during outdoor programs) after 3:00pm.
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Travel teams and Accelerated Sports There are a lot of different options when it comes to activities for our Salem Youth to be involved in. There are recreation programs offered by the community. There are travel clubs and teams in almost all sports. Finding somewhere to play sports is not a challenge. The reason we play sports and where is the issue I hope to address. Salem Recreation Sports programs are offered to invite our local youth to be active, healthy, involved in activities with their peers and hopefully to teach some values and life skills. The goal has never been to build the next great High School athletics star, and certainly not the next professional athlete. If either of these results come from the programs then it is just another plus. We do strive to offer challenging programs where a young athlete will feel challenged and possible find a deep desire to work to improve their skills. In truth high school success may not be one of our focuses, but it is most certainly our desire. We want to help Salem Hills High School succeed and bring success to their programs and our community. The many different travel teams also set goals to help their participants learn valuable life skills. Many travel teams work to develop skills that will help their players find success in the next level of sports. That would be on High School teams. This is a great adventure that many of our local families have entered. At Salem Recreation our goal is not to hinder these pursuits. We support meaningful, structured and goal-oriented recreation. While working to support clubs and travel teams, our number one goal is to focus on City offered programs and City facilities. We build, prepare and maintain the City athletic facilities for our programs first. We then find ways to allow non-city programs to rent our facilities to allow their teams to play some games close to home. It is important to remember that City Parks are built and maintained with tax dollars, taxes of our Salem residents. When non- city programs use the facilities for games a rental fee is charged for usage. These fees are charged to help cover the maintenance of the parks. We often hear parents say that, "their child does not play city rec. sports because it makes their child regress. "When I hear these statements, it makes me ill. City sports do not make anyone a lesser athlete. City programs offer a field of play for all skill levels. What effort is offered by each individual participant is what makes the experience worthwhile or not. We subscribe to the idea that the more reps and playing time an athlete puts in, the better they become. Now to the goal of this article, Salem Recreation wants your child to play with us. We want them to play whether they play on a travel team or not. Why? We want our community youth to grow together. We want them to build relationships with each other. We want them to have experiences together. We want them to have a common ground with multiple members of our community. Not a same group that they spend the majority of their time with. We want every child in this community to feel they have self worth and friends here in Salem. We hope that as the youth grow and find other interest, they do not feel they are alone in life. Once they have stopped the pursuit of a certain sport. We believe that recreational programs introduce various groups of kids to one another. Maybe kids they would not associate with if they had not met on a team or in a game. Our Recreation programs are priced to not cause a family to sacrifice family needs. We keep them low for families who have tight budgets. We keep them low so that family who are paying hundreds to a club or team can still play in our league at a small cost. It is our goal that we draw as many Salem youth as possible. We invite all Salem youth to play in our leagues. We want you, need you and plan to offer you a fun memorable experience. If you haven't played with us in the past we invite you to give Salem a try. Matt Marziale - Salem Parks & Recreation
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