June 2020
Newsletter
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NEWS
Reopening Plan
The office at Stearns Gym is open 8:30-5 pm M-F. As of now, the gym is still closed to the public, as Phase 2 of the governor's reopening plan disallows gyms to reopen. We will update the guidelines upon the beginning of Phase 3, which is projected to start on June 26. In the meantime, we are working with some of the people who use the facility the most to develop guidelines and expectations, as the space will be shared with the day camp.

Questions or comments? Please give us a call or send us an email.
Staying Active through COVID-19
How are you staying active right now? We'd love to share pictures on our Facebook page! 
Send photos and a short description to recreation@polknc.org. Thanks!
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Program Updates
Homeschool Gym Meetup
We have stopped our virtual meetups for the summer. If you would like to be in the loop for the fall, send us an email @ lbaird@polknc.org so we can add you to our list!
Family Dance Party
To have your own dance party at home, visit  the dance party website for a list of the playlists from past dance parties!
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Sports Updates
Attention: Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, Kirby Cup has been postponed. As of now we are hoping to reschedule Kirby Cup to July. As we get more information pertaining to COVID-19 precautions, we will adjust accordingly and keep everyone updated on future plans. We are still waiting on final approval. In the meantime, please continue to practice safe measures to protect yourself and loved ones! We miss you all!!!

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Stay Updated about Polk Trails!
Trail Workdays
Phase 2 of NC reopening allows for volunteering, so Neal will be holding Trail Work Days at the Recreation Complex on the following days: 
June 20, 23, 25, and 30, from 9-12 am.

Please plan to work at least 6 feet apart and bring your own tools. Call Neal at 828-808-6928.

Let us know how you are safely staying active on our Trails Facebook page!
June Trails E-Meeting Notes

 

  • Most area trails are open, though bathroom facilities are closed.
  • Rec Complex Trail: most of the remaining work is cleaning up the edges and adding some alternate routes to some of the more challenging sections.
  • Little White Oak Mt. Grants: The PARTF application has been submitted, and the RTP grant application will be completed over the summer.
  • Alexander's Ford: There has been an official recommendation from the Recreation Advisory Board to fix the muddy spots to make the original section more resilient and then allow horseback riding on that section only (not the new trail). They also recommend asking equestrian users to use a manure catcher bag.
  • Tom Raymond/ICC Loop: The Polk County Library has added a "Story Trail" to the hiking path. Come check it out!
  • SCLT: the Youth Hike challenge can be completed on your own, since the community-led hikes have been suspended. Want to participate? Download the Activity Log HERE. Workdays are being organized for various trails in the area. Contact Chuck Hearon if you are interested in helping: chearon@skyrunner.net
  • Conserving Carolina: Invasives removal is still taking place at Norman Wilder and check out the plants from the PAC office that have been moved to the Columbus branch of the Polk County Library! Due to flooding, the office in Tryon is relocating.
  • Green River Gamelands Trails: the bathroom facilities and the Big Bradley Falls trail are closed but the other trails are open.
  • The next trails meeting is Monday, June 22 at Laura's place in Sunny View. Stay tuned for a reminder email.
  • Email trails@polknc.org if you would like to be added to the Trails Newsletter list!

 
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