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Thank you for subscribing to the St. Johns County, FL Parks & Recreation e-newsletter. Each month, we will deliver current stories regarding St. Johns County parks, recreational programming, beaches, outdoor activities, special events, and the St. Johns Golf Club. Please enjoy this issue and let us know what you would like to see in your local Parks & Recreation newsletter.
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FLAGLER ESTATES PARK BASKETBALL COURT MAINTENANCE
The basketball courts at Flagler Estates Park, 9960 Oliver Rd., Hastings, are closed for renovations until further notice. Please contact Phyllis Thorpe with St. Johns County Construction Services at 904.209.0193 or
pthorpe@sjcfl.us for additional information.
SOUTH PONTE VEDRA PARK CLOSED FOR REPAIRS
South Ponte Vedra Park, 3003 S. Ponte Vedra Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, is temporarily closed due to infrastructure damages that include the pavilion slab, irrigation, fence, decking, and beach walkover and loss due to erosion. A reopening date has yet to be determined.
EAST END OF POPE ROAD TEMPORARILY CLOSED
The east end of Pope Road is temporarily closed due to damages to the sidewalk, parking slab, and drainage system. A reopening date has yet to be determined.
DAVIS FIELD ST. AUGUSTINE LITTLE LEAGUE
The A.D. Davis field is closed until Monday, March 13 for infield maintenance.
VETERAN'S PARK FIELD MAINTENANCE
Field 4 at Veteran's Park is closed for maintenance. A reopening date has not yet been determined.
USINA BOAT RAMP
The south dock is temporarily closed. A reopening date has not yet been determined.
RECREATION ADVISORY BOARD
The Recreation Advisory Board meets Thursday, March 16 at 3 p.m. in the conference room located in the wing housing the County Commissioners in the County Administration Building, 500 San Sebastian View. These meetings are open to the public. For more information, meeting agendas and minutes, please visit the county website.
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Natural Treasures
 NEW FREE INTERMEDIATE LEVEL GUIDED KAYAK TRIPS
Parks & Recreation is happy to announce that we are partnering with the Florida Park Service to bring you a new and exciting kayak trip in March. We will launch from the Usina Boat Ramp, a Florida Communities Trust Park, which is why Parks & Recreation can offer this great trip for FREE!
We will paddle down the Tolomato River and into the marsh to visit Fort Mose Historic State Park. Due to the nature of the currents in this area this is considered an intermediate level trip and is not for beginners.
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Usina Boat Ramp, 603 Euclid Ave., St. Augustine
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Thursday, March 2
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9 a.m.
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Friday, March 3
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10 a.m.
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Saturday, March 4
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11 a.m.
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Sunday, March 5
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12 p.m.
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Please contact Kelly Ussia at 904.209.0335 or kussia@sjcfl.us to RSVP a
seat, or for more information. Please include a phone number, e-mail, trip date and mention if you will be using a county kayak when setting up the reservation.
if you are bringing your own kayak it must be at least 12 feet long.
 OWL PROWL
Join the St. Johns County Naturalist for an exciting new guided walk Monday, March 13 or Tuesday, March 14 at Canopy Shores Park, 804 Christina Dr., St. Augustine (St. Augustine Shores). The walk will begin at 7:30 p.m.. Participants will learn about the creatures of the night, including the resident owls. Those attending should dress for the weather and bring a flashlight, bug spray, and water. For more information or to register for the program please contact AyoLane Halusky at 904.209.0348 or e-mail ahalusky@sjcfl.us. Please include a phone number, e-mail address, and indicate the number in your party when setting up a reservation.
 CHILDREN'S SHOREBIRD NESTING PROGRAM
Looking for a fun educational opportunity during spring break? Parks & Recreation has partnered with St. Johns County Audubon Society to present the very first shorebird nesting program for children in grade three or higher. Participants will learn about the unique birds that nest along our beaches. Children will also participate in activities that mirror what the real bird biologists do to protect our local nesting sites. The program is FREE and will take place Tuesday, March 14 at 10 a.m. at Nease Beachfront Park, 3171 Coastal Highway, Vilano. Please contact Kelly Ussia at 904.209.0335 or kussia@sjcfl.us for more information or to register . Please include a phone number, and e-mail address, and indicate the number of children in your party when setting up a reservation
 HOW TO READ NATURE'S NEWS, THE STORY IS IN THE TRACKS
Join St. Johns County Naturalist, AyoLane Halusky Sunday, March 19 at 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. at Gourd Island Conservation Area, 10182 Russell Sampson Rd, St. Johns., to learn the ABC's of tracking. The program will provide the participants with a crash course in animal tracking, including gate patterns, pressure points, and track identification. This program will last 2 ½ to 3 hours. For more information or to register for the program please contact AyoLane Halusky at 904.209.0348 or e-mail him at ahalusky@sjcfl.us. When setting up a reservation please include a phone number, e-mail address, and indicate the number in your party.
 KAYAK QUICKSTART COURSE
Parks & Recreation is hosting an ACA Kayak Quickstart Course Saturday, March 25 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Trout Creek Park, 6795 Collier Road, St. Augustine. The course will be led by two Level 2 Certified ACA instructors and will focus on the fundamentals of kayaking including kayak designs, trip planning, and water safety. In addition, participants will be given the opportunity to learn and practice basic paddle strokes and rescue techniques. The program cost is $80 per participant. Spots are limited. Please contact Kelly Ussia at 904.209.0335 or kussia@sjcfl.us to RSVP or for more information. Please include a phone number, e-mail, and mention if you will be using a county kayak when setting up the reservation.
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Adult Sports
SOFTBALL UMPIRES NEEDED
Parks & Recreation is accepting applications for adult
slow-pitch softball umpires. Umpires are responsible for officiating games, maintaining game control, and handling
rule violations.
Applicants must be at least 21 years old and be available to work at least one to three nights per week from 6:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. Experience is
desired, but not necessary. On-field instruction and training sessions will be provided. Games are held at Treaty Park, 1595 Wildwood Dr., St. Augustine and Mills Field, 1805 Race Track Rd., St. Johns. Please call 904.945.0696 or
email for more information.
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St. Johns Golf Club
PGA JUNIOR LEAGUE SUMMER PROGRAM
PGA Junior League is a summer program for kids ages 9-13. The league is in a team setting, similar to baseball or soccer. The kids practice together weekly, and travel together to other golf courses in the area to play matches against other teams in the division! This program is a great introduction to the game of golf and also builds lasting friendships and unity in a team environment. The season starts in May and runs through July 31. The team at St. Johns Golf Club is coached by Assistant Professional, Copeland West. Please call the pro shop 904.209.0350 to sign up.
HOLE-IN-ONE
On Wednesday, January 25, Charles Ellis made a Hole-in-One on the fifth hole with a 5 iron on the 167 yard hole. Great shot Charles!
On Monday, February 6, Dale Hrach made a Hole-In-One on the eleventh hole with a six iron from 148 yards. This was Dale's fifth, yes fifth, Hole-In-One. This fueled his 2 & 1 victory over Bruce Greer in the Men's Golf Association Match Play Tournament. Way to go Dale!
2017 SUPERBOWL SCRAMBLE WINNERS
Brian Fusch, Levi Moore, Bradley Wyant, and Nick Desotto were one of three teams that tied for first place in the Superbowl Scramble Golf Tournament. The Super Bowl Scramble Golf Tournament had a three way tie for First Place, and a three way tie for Fourth Place. Sixty eight players participated. Great Job!
 2017 LADY MEMBER-MEMBER TOURNAMENT
The Ladies Member-Member was contested on Thursday, February 9. Congratulations to the team of Lenore Upp and Carol Parla, they shot a fine round of thirteen under par 58. Tournament Scores are posted below.
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Lenore Upp |
Carol Parla |
1st Flight Winner
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| 59 |
Mary Brewer |
Donna Craig |
1st Flight Runner Up
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| 60 |
Esther Kuhns |
Robin Kuhns |
2nd Flight Winner
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| 60 |
Linda Heinke |
Anita Kommnick |
2nd Flight Runner Up
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| 61 |
Terry Dubek |
Patti Lamy |
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| 62 |
Janis Croft |
Guna Magnuson |
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Pat McHale |
Betty Conkling |
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Ginny Martin |
Sherrie Noble |
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| 63 |
Lucy Ostrowski |
Susan Cannon |
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| 64 |
Peggy Paige |
Marcia Esche |
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Diane Sullivan |
Pam Miller |
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Mary Ellen Bear |
Mary Felkel |
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Diane Grundy |
Irene Jaap |
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 GOLF RULE 11
Rule 11 discusses the teeing ground. The "teeing ground" is the starting place for the hole to be played. It is a rectangular area two club-lengths in depth, the front and the sides of which are defined by the outside limits of two tee-markers. A ball is outside the teeing ground when all of it lies outside the teeing ground. Rule 11-3 discusses the procedure when the ball falls off a tee. It states the following: If a ball, when not in play, falls off a tee or is knocked off a tee by the player in addressing it, it may be re-teed, without penalty. However, if a stroke is made at the ball in these circumstances, whether the ball is moving or not, the stroke counts, but there is no penalty. Decision 11-3/3 gives the proper procedure in the following circumstance: Original Ball Out of Bounds; Ball Played under Stroke-and-Distance Procedure Falls off Tee at Address. This decision asks the question, "A player played his original ball out of bounds from the teeing ground. Under rule 27-1, he teed up another ball. When addressing the ball, he touched it and it fell off the tee. What is the ruling? Answer - There is no penalty, because a teed ball is not in play until a stroke has been made at it (see Definition of "Ball in Play"). The ball may be re-teed. (Rule 11-3)
This is an interesting decision and proves that the rules can often benefit the player, which is why you should always look up the rule when you have a question. If you do not own a rule book, you may download the USGA Rules App for your smartphone.
 RYPE & READI GOLF BISTRO
Rype & Readi Golf Bistro serves fresh, seasonal local fare daily from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. As the area's first Farm-to-Fork restaurant, they share the joy of farm fresh cuisine, using foods grown on their very own farm along with other local farms. Real farm food is humble, yet rich and elegant in its understated simplicity and is best enjoyed in a relaxed, casual environment with family and friends. Eat in or take out. Call 904.209.0360 for more information or visit them at the St. Johns Golf Club.
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Good to know
ST. JOHNS COUNT COASTLINE IMAGERY - PRE AND POST HURRICANE MATTHEW
If you'd like to see the aerial imagery along the coastline of St. Johns County before and after Hurricane Matthew please click here.
COUNTY COMMISSION MEETINGS
The St. Johns County Board of County Commissioner's regular meetings are held on the first and third Tuesdays of each month at 9:00 a.m. in the St. Johns County Auditorium. Agenda | Minutes | Calendar
WALKING: TRIM YOUR WAISTLINE, IMPROVE YOUR HEALTH
The staff at Mayo Clinic offers some great insight on the benefits you achieve by walking. Click here to read the article.
WHY WALKING HELPS US THINK
This article from New Yorker explores what about walking, in particular, that makes us so amenable to thinking and writing and creating.
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Quotable Notable
"When you've got something to prove, there's nothing greater than a challenge". Terry Bradshaw
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KETTERLINUS GYM CLOSED
7th ANNUAL FREE KIDS FISHING CLINIC
BEACH PASSES
DRUM RUNNERS 2017 GAME SERIES
2017 GULLAH GEECHEE SPRING TOUR
YOUTH BASKETBALL COACHES NEEDED
SPRING BREAK CONDITIONING CAMPS
FIELD OF DREAMS SPRING 2017 BASEBALL REGISTRATION
CAA TRACK & FIELD 2017 SPRING PROGRAM
SOCCER TOURNAMENT
