Gray's Lake Park Activities & Events
Yoga in the Park

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 05/25/2013 09:00 AM

End Date and Time: 05/25/2013 10:00 AM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Bring your yoga mat or towel and a water bottle to Gray's Lake to enjoy a free hour of yoga! Each class is instructed by a different local instructor. Today's instructor is Mary McCarthy. Click the link below for the entire 2013 Yoga in the Park instructor schedule.

 

Jen Fletcher
237-1472
or
jmfletcher@dmgov.org

 

2013 Instructor Schedule


 


Zumba By The Lake

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 06/01/2013 08:15 AM

End Date and Time: 06/29/2013 09:00 AM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

New this year, during the month of June, Zumba by the Lake! Participants can come out early and try Zumba before Yoga in the Park! This 45 minute class will start at 8:15 every Saturday before yoga.

 

Jen Fletcher
jmfletcher@dmgov.org
237-1472

 


 


Yoga in the Park

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 06/01/2013 09:00 AM

End Date and Time: 09/28/2013 10:00 AM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Bring your yoga mat or towel and a water bottle to Gray's Lake to enjoy a free hour of yoga! Each class is instructed by a different local instructor. Today's instructor is Mary McCarthy. Click the link below for the entire 2013 Yoga in the Park instructor schedule.

 

Jen Fletcher
237-1472

 

2013 Instructor Schedule


 


Sailing Introduction

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 06/03/2013 05:00 PM

End Date and Time: 06/17/2013 08:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Have you ever wanted to learn to sail or captain your own sailing vessel? This is the beginning of your sailing journey as you learn some terminology, the basics of sailing, and get a chance to try sailing in a safe and fun environment under the guidance of a US Sailing Certified Instructor. Monday night gives basic info and use of sailboat with instructor; Tues/Wed - free use of sailboat for practice; Thurs - an instructor is available to answer any questions. Lifejackets included. Registration deadline for each session is 1 week prior to start date. Students will get wet during class so please dress accordingly; bring a towel and change of clothes. Note: Classes are for adults; teen students are allowed with a parent also registering for class.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

Click here to register!


 


Canoe Solo Basics

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 06/04/2013 06:00 PM

End Date and Time: 06/04/2013 09:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Both a “Canoeing Basics I” and a “Canoeing Basics II” class are required to take this class. Instruction occurs at Gray’s Lake and will focus on the strokes and skills required to solo an open canoe on flat water creeks and rivers. Equipment is provided. Minimum age is 16, and a participant must be able to swim. Dress to get wet (a change of clothes is optional). Pre-registration is required at least 72 hours in advance.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

Click here to register!


 


Dancing at the Lake

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 06/06/2013 07:30 PM

End Date and Time: 08/29/2013 09:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake Terrace

Every Thursday night, June 6 - August 29, learn
social dances like salsa, swing, line dancing or contra dancing. Lessons start on the Overlook Terrace at 7:30p.m. and the dancing begins at 8 p.m. Each week features a different kind of dancing and music.

1st Thursday ....Line Dancing
2nd Thursday ..Contra Dancing – live band
3rd Thursday ...Salsa Dancing – DJ
4th Thursday....Swing Dancing – live band

 

Jen Fletcher
jmfletcher@dmgov.org

 

More info


 


Sailing Youth/Teen Camp

Youth

 

Start Date and Time: 06/10/2013 09:00 AM

End Date and Time: 06/14/2013 12:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Youth/Teen Camps are available for various age groups and include age-appropriate activities designed to teach terminology and sailing skills. Classes cover topics ranging from rigging a boat, knot tying, stopping and starting a boat, leaving and returning to the beach or dock, tacking and jibing, capsize and overboard recovery. All classes are taught by a certified US Sailing Instructor and a Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of this class, which enables a student to rent a small boat and feel confident to sail on their own. Cost is $225 which includes workbook, boat rental and lifejacket. Registration deadline for each session is 1 week prior to start date. After registering, students will be directed to complete additional medical and emergency forms by visiting the Sailing School's website at: www.sycss.org. Youth/Teen classes will be grouped according to age and ability.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

Click here to register!


 


Sailing Youth/Teen Camp

Youth

 

Start Date and Time: 06/10/2013 01:00 PM

End Date and Time: 06/14/2013 04:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Youth/Teen Camps are available for various age groups and include age-appropriate activities designed to teach terminology and sailing skills. Classes cover topics ranging from rigging a boat, knot tying, stopping and starting a boat, leaving and returning to the beach or dock, tacking and jibing, capsize and overboard recovery. All classes are taught by a certified US Sailing Instructor and a Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of this class, which enables a student to rent a small boat and feel confident to sail on their own. Cost is $225 which includes workbook, boat rental and lifejacket. Registration deadline for each session is 1 week prior to start date. After registering, students will be directed to complete additional medical and emergency forms by visiting the Sailing School's website at: www.sycss.org. Youth/Teen classes will be grouped according to age and ability.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

Click here to register!


 


Unwined

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 06/14/2013 05:30 PM

End Date and Time: 09/20/2013 08:30 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake Terrace

Taste free beer and wine samples and live music overlooking Gray's Lake. Bottles of beer and wine as well as grilled food are available to purchase. Bring your blanket, but please leave your drinks at home!

Musician Schedule
June 14- The Other Side
June 28- Soul Searchers
July 12- Retro Rockets feat. Tony Valdez
July 26- El Dorados
Aug. 9- Freestyle
Aug. 23- Brother Trucker
Sept. 6- Brian Holtz Band
Sept. 20- Sonny Humbucker Band

 

Jen Fletcher
jmfletcher@dmgov.org
237-1472

 


 


Adult Sailing - Weekend

Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 06/21/2013 12:00 AM

End Date and Time: 06/23/2013 11:59 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Activities designed to teach terminology and sailing skills. Classes cover topics ranging from rigging a boat, knot tying, stopping and starting a boat, leaving and returning to the beach or dock, tacking and jibing, capsize and overboard recovery. All classes are taught by a certified US Sailing Instructor and a Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of this class, which enables a student to rent a small boat and feel confident to sail on their own. Cost is $225 which includes workbook, boat rental and lifejacket. Registration deadline for each session is 1 week prior to start date. After registering, students will be directed to complete additional medical and emergency forms by visiting the Sailing School's website at: www.sycss.org.

Class times vary: Fri: 5-8PM; Sat & Sun: 9PM-4PM.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

Click here to register


 


Moon Float

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 06/23/2013 08:00 PM

End Date and Time: 06/23/2013 10:30 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Boat rental hours are extended on the nights of the full moon. $6.00 per boat. No reservations allowed, half hour rentals only, no coolers allowed on boats.

 

 


 


Canoe Solo Basics

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 07/02/2013 06:00 PM

End Date and Time: 07/23/2013 09:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Both a “Canoeing Basics I” and a “Canoeing Basics II” class are required to take this class. Instruction occurs at Gray’s Lake and will focus on the strokes and skills required to solo an open canoe on flat water creeks and rivers. Equipment is provided. Minimum age is 16, and a participant must be able to swim. Dress to get wet (a change of clothes is optional). Pre-registration is required at least 72 hours in advance.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

Click here to register!


 


Japanese: Tanabata Star Festival

Youth

 

Start Date and Time: 07/07/2013 06:00 PM

End Date and Time: 07/07/2013 08:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Japan America Society of Iowa is teaming up with the Iowa Bonsai Association and the Raccon Valley Kendo Club to offer an evening of Japanese culture, through our own local "Tanabata: Japanese Star Festival"

They will have their own Taiko drums at the event to do a short performance and offer a workshop to anyone interested. The Kendo club will also have a demonstration and workshop to teach how to swing a Bamboo Sword. The Bonsai Association will bring their Bonsai Trees displays and teach anyone the art of cutting Bonsai. And of course, they will still have origami and bamboo branches to hang written wishes

 

Teva Dawson
tldawson@dmgov.org

 


 


Sailing Introduction

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 07/08/2013 05:00 PM

End Date and Time: 08/19/2013 08:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Have you ever wanted to learn to sail or captain your own sailing vessel? This is the beginning of your sailing journey as you learn some terminology, the basics of sailing, and get a chance to try sailing in a safe and fun environment under the guidance of a US Sailing Certified Instructor. Monday night gives basic info and use of sailboat with instructor; Tues/Wed - free use of sailboat for practice; Thurs - an instructor is available to answer any questions. Lifejackets included. Registration deadline for each session is 1 week prior to start date. Students will get wet during class so please dress accordingly; bring a towel and change of clothes. Note: Classes are for adults; teen students are allowed with a parent also registering for class.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

Click here to register!


 


Canoe Basics I

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 07/09/2013 06:00 PM

End Date and Time: 07/16/2013 09:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake Park

Learn the basics of canoeing while enjoying beautiful Gray's Lake! Instruction centers on basic paddle strokes and safety, and will help the novice canoeist feel at ease on the water. Equipment is provided. Minimum age is 10. A participant who is 10-15 years of age must be accompanied by a registered adult who is at least 21 years of age for his/her canoeing partner. Pre-Registration required at least 72 hours in advance.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

More info and to register!


 


Canoe Basics II

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 07/18/2013 06:00 PM

End Date and Time: 07/18/2013 08:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake Park

A “Canoeing Basics I” class is required to take this class. This class briefly revisits the fundamentals of canoeing basics, and then adds more paddling strokes and in-water rescue techniques. Equipment is provided. Dress in swimsuit, shorts, or other suitable clothing for getting wet. Minimum age is 10. A participant who is 10-15 years of age must be accompanied by a registered adult who is at least 21 years of age for his/her canoeing partner. Pre-Registration required at least 72 hours in advance.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

More info and to register!


 


Adult Sailing - Weekend

Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 07/19/2013 12:00 AM

End Date and Time: 07/21/2013 11:59 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Activities designed to teach terminology and sailing skills. Classes cover topics ranging from rigging a boat, knot tying, stopping and starting a boat, leaving and returning to the beach or dock, tacking and jibing, capsize and overboard recovery. All classes are taught by a certified US Sailing Instructor and a Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of this class, which enables a student to rent a small boat and feel confident to sail on their own. Cost is $225 which includes workbook, boat rental and lifejacket. Registration deadline for each session is 1 week prior to start date. After registering, students will be directed to complete additional medical and emergency forms by visiting the Sailing School's website at: www.sycss.org.

Class times vary: Fri: 5-8PM; Sat & Sun: 9PM-4PM.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

Click here to register!


 


Sailing Youth/Teen Camp

Youth

 

Start Date and Time: 07/22/2013 09:00 AM

End Date and Time: 07/26/2013 12:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Youth/Teen Camps are available for various age groups and include age-appropriate activities designed to teach terminology and sailing skills. Classes cover topics ranging from rigging a boat, knot tying, stopping and starting a boat, leaving and returning to the beach or dock, tacking and jibing, capsize and overboard recovery. All classes are taught by a certified US Sailing Instructor and a Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of this class, which enables a student to rent a small boat and feel confident to sail on their own. Cost is $225 which includes workbook, boat rental and lifejacket. Registration deadline for each session is 1 week prior to start date. After registering, students will be directed to complete additional medical and emergency forms by visiting the Sailing School's website at: www.sycss.org. Youth/Teen classes will be grouped according to age and ability.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

Click here to register!


 


Sailing Youth Teen Camp

Youth

 

Start Date and Time: 07/22/2013 01:00 PM

End Date and Time: 07/26/2013 04:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Youth/Teen Camps are available for various age groups and include age-appropriate activities designed to teach terminology and sailing skills. Classes cover topics ranging from rigging a boat, knot tying, stopping and starting a boat, leaving and returning to the beach or dock, tacking and jibing, capsize and overboard recovery. All classes are taught by a certified US Sailing Instructor and a Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of this class, which enables a student to rent a small boat and feel confident to sail on their own. Cost is $225 which includes workbook, boat rental and lifejacket. Registration deadline for each session is 1 week prior to start date. After registering, students will be directed to complete additional medical and emergency forms by visiting the Sailing School's website at: www.sycss.org. Youth/Teen classes will be grouped according to age and ability.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

Click here to register!


 


Moon Float

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 07/22/2013 08:00 PM

End Date and Time: 07/22/2013 10:30 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Boat rental hours are extended on the nights of the full moon. $6.00 per boat. No reservations allowed, half hour rentals only, no coolers allowed on boats.

 

 


 


Canoe Basics I

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 07/25/2013 06:00 PM

End Date and Time: 08/01/2013 09:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake Park

Learn the basics of canoeing while enjoying beautiful Gray's Lake! Instruction centers on basic paddle strokes and safety, and will help the novice canoeist feel at ease on the water. Equipment is provided. Minimum age is 10. A participant who is 10-15 years of age must be accompanied by a registered adult who is at least 21 years of age for his/her canoeing partner. Pre-Registration required at least 72 hours in advance.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

More info and to register!


 


Sailing Youth/Teen Camp

Youth

 

Start Date and Time: 08/05/2013 09:00 AM

End Date and Time: 08/09/2013 12:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Youth/Teen Camps are available for various age groups and include age-appropriate activities designed to teach terminology and sailing skills. Classes cover topics ranging from rigging a boat, knot tying, stopping and starting a boat, leaving and returning to the beach or dock, tacking and jibing, capsize and overboard recovery. All classes are taught by a certified US Sailing Instructor and a Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of this class, which enables a student to rent a small boat and feel confident to sail on their own. Cost is $225 which includes workbook, boat rental and lifejacket. Registration deadline for each session is 1 week prior to start date. After registering, students will be directed to complete additional medical and emergency forms by visiting the Sailing School's website at: www.sycss.org. Youth/Teen classes will be grouped according to age and ability.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

Click here to register!


 


Sailing Youth/Teen Camp

Youth

 

Start Date and Time: 08/05/2013 01:00 PM

End Date and Time: 08/09/2013 04:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Youth/Teen Camps are available for various age groups and include age-appropriate activities designed to teach terminology and sailing skills. Classes cover topics ranging from rigging a boat, knot tying, stopping and starting a boat, leaving and returning to the beach or dock, tacking and jibing, capsize and overboard recovery. All classes are taught by a certified US Sailing Instructor and a Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of this class, which enables a student to rent a small boat and feel confident to sail on their own. Cost is $225 which includes workbook, boat rental and lifejacket. Registration deadline for each session is 1 week prior to start date. After registering, students will be directed to complete additional medical and emergency forms by visiting the Sailing School's website at: www.sycss.org. Youth/Teen classes will be grouped according to age and ability.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

Click here to register!


 


Canoe Basics II

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 08/06/2013 06:00 PM

End Date and Time: 08/06/2013 09:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake Park

A “Canoeing Basics I” class is required to take this class. This class briefly revisits the fundamentals of canoeing basics, and then adds more paddling strokes and in-water rescue techniques. Equipment is provided. Dress in swimsuit, shorts, or other suitable clothing for getting wet. Minimum age is 10. A participant who is 10-15 years of age must be accompanied by a registered adult who is at least 21 years of age for his/her canoeing partner. Pre-Registration required at least 72 hours in advance.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

More info and to register!


 


Adult Sailing - Weekend

Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 08/16/2013 12:00 AM

End Date and Time: 08/18/2013 11:59 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Activities designed to teach terminology and sailing skills. Classes cover topics ranging from rigging a boat, knot tying, stopping and starting a boat, leaving and returning to the beach or dock, tacking and jibing, capsize and overboard recovery. All classes are taught by a certified US Sailing Instructor and a Certificate of Completion will be awarded at the end of this class, which enables a student to rent a small boat and feel confident to sail on their own. Cost is $225 which includes workbook, boat rental and lifejacket. Registration deadline for each session is 1 week prior to start date. After registering, students will be directed to complete additional medical and emergency forms by visiting the Sailing School's website at: www.sycss.org.

Class times vary: Fri: 5-8PM; Sat & Sun: 9PM-4PM.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

Click here to register!


 


Moon Float

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 08/21/2013 08:00 PM

End Date and Time: 08/21/2013 10:30 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Boat rental hours are extended on the nights of the full moon. $6.00 per boat. No reservations allowed, half hour rentals only, no coolers allowed on boats.

 

 


 


Canoe Basics I

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 09/03/2013 06:00 PM

End Date and Time: 09/05/2013 09:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake Park

Learn the basics of canoeing while enjoying beautiful Gray's Lake! Instruction centers on basic paddle strokes and safety, and will help the novice canoeist feel at ease on the water. Equipment is provided. Minimum age is 10. A participant who is 10-15 years of age must be accompanied by a registered adult who is at least 21 years of age for his/her canoeing partner. Pre-Registration required at least 72 hours in advance.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

More info and to register!


 


Canoe Basics II

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 09/12/2013 06:00 PM

End Date and Time: 09/12/2013 09:00 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake Park

A “Canoeing Basics I” class is required to take this class. This class briefly revisits the fundamentals of canoeing basics, and then adds more paddling strokes and in-water rescue techniques. Equipment is provided. Dress in swimsuit, shorts, or other suitable clothing for getting wet. Minimum age is 10. A participant who is 10-15 years of age must be accompanied by a registered adult who is at least 21 years of age for his/her canoeing partner. Pre-Registration required at least 72 hours in advance.

 

Tim Smith
tasmith@dmgov.org
248-6314

 

More info and to register!


 


Moon Float

Youth, Adult, Senior

 

Start Date and Time: 09/19/2013 07:00 PM

End Date and Time: 09/19/2013 09:30 PM

 

Location: Gray's Lake

Boat rental hours are extended on the nights of the full moon. $6.00 per boat. No reservations allowed, half hour rentals only, no coolers allowed on boats.