MRA Ski/Snowboard Night

The Manistee Recreation Association participates in Crystal Mountain's ski school program offering an evening of skiing during the week for a discounted rate. Contact our office to inquire about rental rates, lift ticket fees and transportation passes. We will need 30 people signed up to ride the bus in order to provide weekly transportation by Dial-A-Ride. This is a great opportunity to enjoy the winter weather, stay active and learn to ski or snowboard. Lessons are included with the lift ticket rates. Deadline for this program in November 27th. Sign up soon. Call the MRA for details. Our first day on the slopes is Thursday, January 7th.

Nature Walk

Join the Manistee Recreation Association for it's 3rd walk in a yearly series as we wander through the trails of the forest. Our walkers will meet at 5:30 PM on Thursday, October 22nd in the parking area across from the entrance to Orchard Beach State Park. All participants will receive an MRA Walking Program t-shirt. We'll explore the forest floor and enjoy the last of the fall colors, hopeful to spot some friendly critters as we make our way leisurely along the trails.

We'll continue our walking program next month, November 19th and then again December 17th - those months we'll bundle up and have new things to explore.

MRA FAMILY SWIM

Come out for a evening of fun; splashing, playing and swimming about at the MRA Family Swim Night this Friday, October 23rd at the Paine Aquatic Center from 7:00 to 8:00 PM. What a great way to spend a cool fall Friday evening with your family. Cost is $10.00 per family payable at the door.

The Snow is Coming!

Manistee Recreation Association begins sign up for Crystal Mt. Ski & Snowboard Night. Stop by the MRA office between 10:00 AM and 4:00 PM to pick up a packet of information regarding rental rates, lift fees and transportation passes. The deadline is November 27th. The program begins January 7th and continues for the next seven Thursdays, weather permitting. Those people between the age of 5 - 18, plus adults, interested in skiing or snowboarding throughout the winter with your friends on Thursday nights, sign up soon.

Great Response for Swim Lessons!

We are thrilled with the response for swim lessons for kids and adults. At this time we have maxed out in our number of registrants for kid's swimming lessons. We will, however, be happy to take your name and put you on a waiting list should an opening occur, or reserve a spot for you in our next session of swim lessons in the new year.

Musikids Starting this Wednesday

Musikids will be starting this coming Wednesday, October 7th from 2:00 - 2:30 p.m. at the Music House at 302 Walnut Street in Manistee. The six week class is $40 per child. This class is for 3 and 4 year olds and teaches them basics in music while learning fun songs and playing instruments. Sign up soon to assure your space!

MRA Board to celebrate Sandy's 22 years!

The Manistee Recreation Association was fortunate to have Sandy Saylor serving this community for 22 years! For many years Sandy worked side by side with 3 different directors before taking over the leadership of the MRA herself. For the past ten years as director, she played a major role in planning recreational activities for young and old alike throughout Manistee county. This Monday evening the MRA board of directors will be celebrating her years of commitment and dedication to this organization.
Our sincere thanks to Sandy Saylor!

Swim with MRA

MRA is now registering for adult and kid's swim lessons. Call the Manistee Recreation Association office at 723-9274 for more information. Swim lessons begin Monday, October 19 at the Paine Aquatic Center. Classes will be offered twice a week for four weeks for those interested in learning how to swim. Class fee is $50.00 per person/$25.00 if you have a pool membership. Call soon as classes are filling up fast.