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BEGINNING BACKPACKING

This course will prepare participants to travel safely, efficiently, and to be environmentally aware while in the wilderness.  Concentration will be on equipment, logistics, techniques, and decision making making.  A three-day trip with first aid and hands-on skills will prepare students for their own backcountry travel and future planning.   Families are welcome. Participants are responsible for their own transportation. Equipment will be made available at a discounted rental or purchase rate.  Contact Jim Broshears or Karl Boercker at 877-6876 for more information. Information/equipment list available at Trailhead Adventures. 
INSTRUCTORS:  Brad Cooke, Karl Bercker & Jim Broshears.
T/TH:                     6:00pm to 9:00pm  12yrs-Adult
CLASSROOM SESSION # 1:  May 27, 2008
CLASSROOM SESSION # 2:  May 29, 2008
BACKPACKING TRIP:  May 30, 31, June 1 – Location to be determined
SESSION #1 AND #2 LOCATION:  Trailhead Adventures, 6265 Skyway
FEE:  $40

BEGINNING PINE NEEDLE BASKET CLASS

This is a fun class to get you started with basic pine needle basket making. The instructor has been making and taching pine needle baskets for over 30 years. You will learn to gather and use natural and man made materials, three different starts, a variety of stitches, turning up, shaping, and finishing off. Students should bring scissors to class.
INSTRUCTOR: Debbie Norton
6wks     12yrs-Adult
Wednesday Session: Jan. 23-Feb. 27    7:00-9:00pm  
Saturday Session: Jan. 26-Mar. 1     12:00-2:00pm
LOCATION: Paradise Recreation Center
FEE: $60.00 (plus $10 materials fee payable to instructor)

CROCHETING

Participants will learn the basic techniques of crocheting. Students provide supplies and SHOULD PREREGISTER.
VOLUNTEER INSTRUCTOR:  Jinny Church
Tues  1:00-3:00pm   6wks     Adults
SESSION I: Jan. 22-Mar. 11 (no class 2/5 & 2/12)
SESSION II: Mar. 25-Apr. 29
LOCATION: Paradise Recreation Center
FEE: $22.00

DOG OBEDIENCE CLASSES

Each seven-week basic dog obedience class will cover sit/down/stay/come and heel. House manners and problems will also be discussed. Dogs must be at least four months old and have a current license or current rabies certificate.  The first meeting of each session is informational-Do not bring your dog!
INSTRUCTOR: Rebecca Settergren

 Sat    10:30-11:30am     7wks     12yrs-Adult
SESSION: Feb. 9-Mar. 22 (dates have changed)

Weds    6:30-7:30pm      7wks      12yrs-Adult
SESSION I: April 2-May 14
SESSION II: May 21-July 2 (dates have changed)
LOCATION: Paradise Recreation Center
FEE: $75.00

GOURMET SWISS TRUFFLES

Just in time for Valentine’s Day!  Get your hands into chocolate and learn how to create decadent truffles!  Enjoy working with several types of premium chocolates, liqueur flavorings, and coatings such as chopped nut, cocoa powder, coconut and powdered sugar.  We will review chocolate as a unique food and taste different types and percentages of cocoa, review and practice making ganache, rolling centers, coating truffles, and package your creations.  Bring your apron and appetite!  Have fun with Clarice from Coco Amatrice Artisan Chocolates.  Return home with your delicious Swiss Truffles which are perfect for holiday parties, hostess gifts and gift-giving occasions.
INSTRUCTOR: Clarice Armstrong
Sat          12:00-3:00pm         1 time 16yrs-Adult
SESSION: Jan. 26
LOCATION: Paradise Recreation Center
FEE: $29.00 (plus $25 materials fee payable at class)

GUITAR

Learn your favorite song(s) and how to write your own in this fun and easy course.  Learn the background of your instrument including music theory, time signatures, chords, scales and composition.   You must supply your own guitar.
INSTRUCTOR: Matt Savage

Monday    8 wks                                                               Thursday    8wks       
4:30-5:30pm Beginning (7-12yrs)                       6-7pm-Beginning (13yrs-Adult)      
5:30-6:30pm Beginning (13yrs-Adult)                7-8pm-Inter. (13yrs-Adult)     
                                                                                     
SESS. I: Jan. 28-Mar. 31                                             SESS. I:  Jan. 31-Apr. 3  
   (no class 2/11 & 2/18                                                 (no class 2/21 & 3/27)    
SESS. II: April 7-June 2                                               SESS. II: Apr. 10-June 19 
(no class 5/26)                                                               (no class 4/24, 5/15, 5/22)

LOCATION: Paradise Recreation Center
FEE: $60.00

PAINTING FROM WITHIN ***NEW***

Unlock your creativity with a spontaneous painting activity that does not require drawing skill.  Working with blank paper, we choose a paint color and put it on in any shape we want. Being spontaneous is essential to creativity and is one of the first casualties of modern life. Free yourself. Paint from within. Paint and paper included in fee.
INSTRUCTOR:  Linda D. Menicucci, Ph.D.
Sat          10:00am-12:00pm  1 time  15yrs-Adult
SESSION I:  Jan. 26
SESSION II:  Mar. 15
SESSION III:  May 10
LOCATION: The Creative Spirit (6555 Skyway)
FEE:  $50.00

MATT SAVAGE ROCK ACADEMY: For Rock, Metal, Punk, Rap, R&B, Country & Pop

Aspiring guitarists, bassists, keyboardists, vocalists and drummers of all skill levels will learn their favorite songs and how to write their own in a band context.  By the end of the camp you will have recorded a demo CD and played a live show with your band.  Sign up with your buddies or individually.  This program will be offered as demand warrants.  You must provide your own instrument. 
INSTRUCTOR: Matt Savage
Sat       3:00-5:00pm           8wks   10yrs-Adult
SESSION: TBA
LOCATION: Paradise Recreation Center
FEE: $160.00

SKI & SNOWBOARD
***CANCELLED***

Affordable classes are designed for beginner through low intermediate level skiers and snowboarders.  Participants are responsible for their own equipment, transportation and lift tickets.  We received discounted rates for lift tickets ($15 for ages 13 & older and only $5 for children 7-12yrs. of age and seniors 60 and over).  This program is offered to everyone 7 years old and above.
INSTRUCTORS: Experienced skiers and snowboarders from the Paradise area.
Dryland: Tuesday
        January 22, 7pm
LOCATION: Paradise Recreation Center
SKI SESSIONS: Saturday
      Jan. 26 & Feb. 2
LOCATION: Tahoe-Donner                       Ski Area
FEE: $27.00

SNOWSHOE TRIP TO LASSEN PARK


Join us for a day trip to Manzanita Lake in Lassen Volcanic National Park.  This easy to moderate hike provides beautiful views of Lassen Peak and Chaos Crags over frozen Manzanita and Refleciton Lakes.  A great trip for beginners or for anyone interested in learning more about snowshoeing.  Participants are responsible for their own transportation.  Arrangements can be made for equipment rental at reduced rates. Contact Jim Broshears or Karl Boercker at 877-6876 for more information. Information/equipment list available at Trailhead Adventures.
HOST: Jim & Cyd Broshears Karl & Michelle Boercker
DATE:   Sunday
February 17, 2008
MEETING PLACE:  Meet at 8:00am at Trailhead Adventures, 6265 Skyway.  Park vehicles at the Park & ride lot next to the Family Resource Center.
FEE:  $15 (under 7yrs – FREE)

**NEW**
UNLOCK YOUR CREATIVITY

Where does creativity come from?  Why does creativity dry up or get blocked? Are we all creative? Come and learn how to access and unlock your own creative spirit.  Workshop includes a lecture and creative exercise. Supplies are included in the fee.
INSTRUCTOR:  Linda D. Menicucci, Ph.D.
Sat          2:00pm-5:00pm     1 time  16yrs-Adult
SESSION I:  Jan. 26
SESSION II: Mar. 15
SESSION III: May 10
LOCATION:  The Creative Spirit (6555 Skyway)
FEE:  $30.00