Archery- Try It!

5172 Jackson Pike,Grove City OH 43123

16 July, 2022

Description

- ARCHERY - A FREE social and recreational program of Metro Parks & ECRN+ (YMCA of Central Ohio) We believe that ALL children, regardless of ability, should have access to nature in order to build friendships and experience the sensory wonders of the world around us. At Metro Parks/ECRN+ programs, families can build their circles of support and connect with one another in a friendly, safe, and welcoming environment.  Take aim at this fun and challenging sport!After basic instruction and a lesson from our Naturalist, children will be able to practice using Metro Park’s simple compound bows. We have both left and right-handed bows available. Participants will NOT be able to use any bow they bring to the park due to safety concerns. Due to heaviness of the bow, we ask child/youth participants to be 8 and older. Slightly younger children or those with decreased strength may still shoot with hands-on assistance from a parent or volunteer.  PLEASE NOTE: -While we are capping numbers, please be prepared to wait in line for your child's turn. We will have nature display items along with snacks to keep lil minds and hands busy while you wait.  - Metro Parks staff and volunteers along with ECRN+ staff and volunteers will be available to help families participate.  - Archery WILL BE IN THE SUN. Please bring any sun protection you/your child may need. In addition, we are outdoors in Ohio, please remember to use bug spray and always do tick checks following any outdoor activity.  - Wear comfortable shoes (close-toed and close-heeled) and clothes for the weather and grass environment.  - Area is friendly for those being pushed in a wheelchair - the field is grass and flat gravel.  - Running water and flushable restrooms are at the Arrowhead Picnic Area. Portajohn in the archery range parking lot. - Archery will be canceled in case of rain or inclement weather. Registered participants will be emailed the morning of the event in the case of cancellation. In addition, check facebook.com/ECRNplus for cancellation updates.   - For this program, we ask that participants are children with delays, special needs, disabilities, etc alongside their invited family and friends. We encourage an inclusive approach to friendship and fun... the way it should be! :)  - This is a family- friendly event. At least one adult caregiver must be present and attentive during archery at all times. LOCATION & DIRECTIONS: Scioto Grove Metro Park, 5172 Jackson Pike, Grove City. Follow signs to the archery range. Meet Up Point: Scioto Grove Metro Park archery range Driving directions or specific instructions for finding the location: Use the main entrance to the park, 5172 Jackson Pike, and follow signs to the archery range. QUESTIONS? ECRN+ Family Support» Cassie Kranz » Email:[email protected] » Phone: 614.300.7867 Metro Parks Staff » Melissa Turpening - Metro Parks Naturalist» Email: [email protected] Hosted by: Metro Parks and ECRN+