District 196 Community Education

Learn how to stay safe when using a computer or smartphone. An Apple Valley Police Officer will teach us ways to stay safe when you're online either surfing the net, using social media, or email.

We’ll take about a 2 mile hike and then have refreshments and a social time. Meet in the parking lot by Dog Park. Please wear sturdy walking shoes, dress for the weather and arrive at least 5 minutes before activity begins. In case of inclement weather the instructor will contact you to reschedule.

We can hike through the woods and around the rolling hills at the Art Park and visit the many sculptures and structural art located there (2-3 miles). After our visit we’ll have a social time with refreshments. Meet by the parking lot. Please wear sturdy walking shoes, dress for the weather and arrive at least 5 minutes before activity begins. In case of inclement weather the instructor will contact you to reschedule.

We’ll take about a 3 mile hike through the rolling hills by Holland Lake. Meet just down the steps from the parking lot. Please wear sturdy walking shoes, dress for the weather and arrive at least 5 minutes before activity begins. In case of inclement weather the instructor will contact you to reschedule.

We’ll hike around Jensen Lake (about 2-1/4 miles) and then have a snack. Please wear sturdy walking shoes, dress for the weather and arrive at least 5 minutes before activity begins. In case of inclement weather the instructor will contact you to reschedule.

Meet at Schulze Beach and we’ll hike around McDonough and Schulze Lake (about 2 miles), then have a social time with refreshments. Please wear sturdy walking shoes, dress for the weather and arrive at least 5 minutes before activity begins. In case of inclement weather the instructor will contact you to reschedule.

Meet by the parking lot at Sue Fischer Memorial Park and then we’ll hike Rudy Kraemer Nature Preserve (about 2-1/2 miles). Please wear sturdy walking shoes, dress for the weather and arrive at least 5 minutes before activity begins. In case of inclement weather the instructor will contact you to reschedule.

Let’s hike Whitetail before all the mosquitos come out! They’ve made some improvements in the park and have a long boardwalk on one side which will shorten our trail to about 2-1/2 miles (rather than 3-1/2) around Empire Lake. It’s also a one-way path. Please wear a mask and socially distance. I’ll hand out bottles of water and snacks after the hike that you can take with you. Meet by the Empire Lake Picnic Shelter. IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT HIKES AND STROLLS: Staff and parents who need to accompany their clients must stay by them the entire time, keep up with their pace of walking, and help maintain social distancing. Please wear appropriate shoes (no flip-flops!)

Join us for stretching and moving to music. We'll also use some hand weights for more muscle toning. This easy exercise class is so much fun you will forget it is good for you! Wear comfortable clothing and tennis shoes. Bring a water bottle and hand weights if you have them.

What a great way to start your Saturday morning! Join friends for a 3-1/2 mile paved path around Cleary Lake. We’ll meet back by the Activities Building for refreshments afterwards. Meet by the Activities Building-Golf Center to get started. Please wear sturdy walking shoes, dress for the weather and arrive at least 5 minutes before activity begins. In case of inclement weather the instructor will contact you to reschedule.

We’ll stroll along the trailhead towards Black Dog Lake and the power plant. You can walk at your own pace and turn around when you get tired. I’ll hand out bottles of water and a snack after the walk that you can take with you. (You must take 35W to Black Dog Road to reach this trailhead) IMPORTANT NOTE ABOUT HIKES AND STROLLS: Staff and parents who need to accompany their clients must stay by them the entire time and keep up with their pace of walking. Please wear appropriate shoes (no flip-flops!)

We'll walk around Sunset Pond (1.75 miles). If the parking lot is full, please park next door in the office parking lot (it's okay to park there in the evening.) We will have social time at the picnic table after our stroll. Refreshments will be provided. Please wear sturdy walking shoes, dress for the weather and arrive at least 5 minutes before activity begins. In case of inclement weather the instructor will contact you to reschedule.

We’ll stroll the paved Black Dog Trail and stop 1-1/4 miles up at the dock at Black Dog Lake to look for birds and wildlife. Please wear sturdy walking shoes, dress for the weather and arrive at least 5 minutes before activity begins. In case of inclement weather the instructor will contact you to reschedule.

Take a nice walk around the paved path and look for geese, ducks and other wildlife. Dress for the weather and wear good walking shoes. The path is suitable for wheelchairs, mostly flat, but there may be some small hills. Meet on the grass by the parking lot and shelter to sign in. Please arrive 10 minutes ahead of time so we can set off on our walk together. At the end of our stroll we'll have some social time to enjoy bottled water, a snack and visit with friends. In case of inclement weather, the instructor will call and re-schedule.

This is an easy, fairly flat one mile stroll around a pond with a paved path. You can do one mile or five! Afterwards we’ll meet up for refreshments. Meet by the parking lot. Please wear sturdy walking shoes, dress for the weather and arrive at least 5 minutes before activity begins. In case of inclement weather the instructor will contact you to reschedule.

Join Julie for gentle yoga outdoors! We will meet on the grass outside of Valley Middle School/Southview Elementary School. It's a wonderful hour of relaxation and stress reduction. You will learn breathing techniques and poses that promote strength, balance and wellness. Julie will assist with personal modifications when needed. In case of inclement weather we will move into the large fitness studio in the school. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle and yoga mat if you have one. We have yoga mats, blocks and straps available. The exact location outside the school will be emailed to you at least a day prior to each session.