Recreation
AMHERST RECREATION DEPARTMENT
4 Cross Rd, Amherst, NH 03031
603 673-6248
Peabody Mill Environmental Center
66 Brook Road
603 673-1141
Fall Recreation Programs
Register now for the programs that interest you! Video shows how easy it is to select, register and check out.
For Adults
For Kids
Barre and Pilates
Keep up with your physical and mental health and well-being and Zoom Barre and Pilates classes with Shannon.
New Session Begins August 24th
Mondays from 6-7pm
Thursdays from 6-7pm
Saturdays from 9:30-10:30am
Spooktacular Full Moon Hike
Grab your Halloween costume but leave the flashlight! You will be amazed how well you can see in the full moonlight without one. Afterwards there will be hot coco or lemonade (depending on the season) around the fire, as well as stories to share.
October 30 All ages & families welcome
What the Buck 2020?! 5k
The Amherst Recreation Department wants to welcome you to the Buck Meadow Conservation and Recreation Area. We are hosting the inaugural What the Buck (Meadow)?! 5k to introduce the facility and run off any frustrations from 2020.
Register by Oct 7th for a free T-Shirt!
Race Day: November 1st
Backcountry Survival Skills
Have you ever wanted to learn how to survive in the outdoors? We will be teaching the basics of backcountry survival skills with lessons including shelter building, hiking, and first aid. All middle schoolers are welcome to join this fun-focused program, no previous outdoor experience necessary.
Sat 10/24 Grades 5-10
Compass of Writing
Do you love to write? Are you working on the next best selling story, book, or play?
Writing fiction or non-fiction is easy, fun, and so rewarding — both to the writer and the reader! Come learn the “compass” of good writing, with a touch of science!
Oct 14, 21, 28 Ages 8-10, 11-13 (2 sessions)
Home School Science
Welcome to Homeschool Science Class 2020! We are thrilled to be kicking off the Fall school year with an exciting Homeschool curriculum.
This year PMEC will be offering science classes once a month beginning Tuesday, September 22nd. The structure for each session includes, one hour Education and one hour Play/Social Interaction.
10/20, 11/17 Ages 5-10 (2 sessions)
