ORO VALLEY HIKING SERIES

STILL TIME TO REGISTER FOR THE HIKE THIS WEEKEND
Date(s): First Saturday October - March
Time: 7 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Location: Various
Details: Whether you are looking to dip your toe into hiking for the first time or are a seasoned hiker looking to get some more miles under your belt, the Oro Valley Hiking Series is here for you! Our guided hikes are the perfect way to spend some time with your friends, make new ones and explore new trails in Oro Valley and surrounding areas.
Registration Link: Click here

FAMILY CAMPING AT STEAM PUMP RANCH
Date: Saturday, October 14 - Sunday, October 15
Time: 4 p.m. - 10 a.m.
Location: 10901 N. Oracle Road
Details: Bring the family and spend the night at Steam Pump Ranch. We will have all the fun of going camping without the travel. Whether you are a seasoned camper, or this is your first night outside, you will have a great time! Participants will bring their own tent and sleeping gear for the night. Get ready to learn some camping skills from the pros. Don't know how to set up a tent? We can help with that. We will have hotdogs and chips for dinner and then make smores and watch Jungle Cruise on our large outdoor screen before heading to bed beneath the cradle of Pusch Ridge. When you wake up the next morning prepare for an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast! One thing is for sure, you won't go home hungry. Registration is for one family. At least one person in the family must be 18 or older to register and must attend. 
Registration Link: Click here

SECOND SATURDAY AT STEAM PUMP RANCH
Date: Saturday, October 14
Time: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: Steam Pump Ranch, 10901 N. Oracle Road
Details: One of Steam Pump Ranch's favorite community events, Second Saturdays, takes place on the second Saturday of each month from October through April. Each event will include tours of the historical of the property, prehistorical demonstrations, the Oro Valley Farmer's Market, the Makers Market featuring arts and crafts from community creatives and kids' crafts. To learn more about becoming a vendor, click here. 

In a press release dated Sept. 13, the Town of Oro Valley announced that the large dog park at Naranja Park would temporarily close for the reinstallation of grass; however, there has since been a change to the turf design, which requires additional trenching and irrigation installation. To accommodate these changes, the original Oct. 2 closure date has changed. Closure of the large dog park began on Wednesday, Sept. 27. Click here for additional details on the project. 

NARANJA PARK EXPANSION PROJECT UPDATE
As the Naranja Park Expansion Project continues to progress, we will be providing updates on a regular basis. For more information on the project, please click here.
 

Week of October 2 construction update: Construction continues on the pickleball courts, now placing and compacting the gravel below the slab, called AB or ABC, more formally known as aggregate base course. This is well graded gravel that provides a stable base for paving or other structural elements. The sidewalk construction continues with a ten-foot sidewalk all around new field 5, the west field. The septic tank at mid-field is installed to serve the new restroom. Parking lot lighting bases are being installed starting on the east side of the site near existing field 4.

SENIOR PROGRAMS THROUGH OV PARKS & RECREATION
Oro Valley Parks & Recreation offers many senior-oriented activities and programs, such as painting and drawing, photography, fitness classes, volunteer opportunities and more! Click here to learn about the activities we offer!

Interested in partnering with us to provide a program for seniors with Oro Valley Parks and Recreation? Click here to learn how to submit a course proposal!

MINDFUL EATING WORKSHOPS
Date:  October 7 | November 8 | December 3
Time: Various
Location: Community & Recreation Center, 10555 N. La Canada Dr.
Details: In this fast-paced world, it's easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, often neglecting the importance of nourishing our bodies and minds. But today, we invite you to slow down, be present, and embark on a journey toward a healthier relationship with food. This class is presented by Jayme White, MS, Integrative Clinical Nutritionist & Certified Nutrition Specialist!
Registration Link(s): October 7 | November 8 | December 3

EXHIBITS AT THE PUSCH HOUSE MUSEUM AT STEAM PUMP RANCH
The Oro Valley Historic Society (OVHS) is back in September! Beginning on September 9, the Society will present exhibits at the Pusch House Museum each Saturday through April from 9 a.m. – noon. Check the OVHS website for current information www.ovhistory.org/news .

Group fitness classes
Click here for the October Group Fitness Schedule! See below for a list of recently added classes! Visit PlayOV.com to see our full catalog.

Making Lane Reservations: OVAC reservations open 48 hours in advance beginning at Noon (For example…Wednesday at noon the whole day of Friday will open.) If making a lane reservation for a customer, we still need to wait until noon, preferably 12:01 pm, to process an in-person reservation to keep things fair. Community & Recreation Center reservations for classes and lap lanes two days before the usage date at 12pm (noon) also. (Changed February 2023) The reason for changing from 5 a.m. is that staff is available every day of the week at noon, whereas the previous 5 a.m. did not offer customers a chance to call with questions or concerns.

Ready to become a Red Cross certified lifeguard? The Oro Valley Aquatic Center will host a certification course over fall break, October 9-13. Registration is officially open so secure your spot today! Click here to register. 

Community & Recreation Center open play schedule

Monday/Wednesday/Thursday/Friday/Saturday: 6 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Courts 1-6: Intermediate/Advanced | Courts 7-10: Beginner/Intermediate

Evening Open Play on Courts 1-6:

Tuesday 5-8 p.m. All Levels

Wednesday 5-8 p.m. All Levels

Friday 5-8 p.m. Beginners

Leagues and Classes
The Community & Recreation offers year-around leagues and beginner classes. Click here to learn about everything we offer!

November Tournament now open for registration!
The Community & Recreation Center will be offering another pickleball tournament November 17-19. Click here to register!

NEW ART CLASSES AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER
The Community & Recreation Center will be offering several new art classes beginning in September. Please see the list and links below for details:

Wine Glass Painting

October 21 - Registration Link: Click here

PAINTING AND DRAWING WITH CHRISTINE LYTWYNZUK
Day(s): Thursdays and Saturdays
Time(s):  Thurs. 2:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. | Sat. 9 a.m. - noon
Location: Community & Recreation Center, 10555 N. La Canada Drive
Registration Links: Click here
Details: Join us at our fun and supportive Painting and Drawing class. This class is structured like a “small group private lesson.” Christine will work with artists one-on-one, helping them achieve their specific goals in art at their own pace. All skill levels are welcome! If you’ve never touched a brush before or can’t draw with a pencil, no problem! Christine can help you build a strong foundation and give you the confidence you need to make art an enjoyable and rewarding part of your life.

PHOTOGRAPHY CLASSES
Day of the week: Thursdays
Time: Various
Location: Various
Details: This class will be taught at various locations and will provide instruction for a variety of photography skills and techniques. The 4-week session will cover a variety of photography: basic, bird, architectural and street and candid photography. These group classes will be taught by an instructor with more than 25 years of experience.
Cost: $180 for 4-week session or $50 per class
October Registration Link: Click here

Pusch Ridge Golf Course will re-open on October 27! Come check out this fun and affordable nine hole course. Click here to learn more.

Overseeding Schedule for El Conquistador Courses: 

Canada will re-open Oct. 16

Conquistador will close for overseeding Oct. 16 and re-open on Nov. 6 

Join us at the Overlook Restaurant for a meal! Click here to view the restaurant's hours of operation and current menu. 

El Conquistador Golf has a membership option for everyone! Click here to see all of the options. 

Click here to learn about golf short term membership options!

Follow @elconquistadorgolf on Instagram and @elcongolf on Facebook for the latest El Conquistador Golf news and specials.

UPCOMING DATES

October 6-8: USTA National League Championships: Some court availability. www.elconquistadortennis.com will have updates by early next week.

October 9: Fall league begins

October 12: All junior programs at Pusch Ridge

October 13-15: USTA National League Championships: Some court availability. Play at PR on all courts Friday, Saturday and Sunday. All courts available at CRC on Sunday and Friday and Saturday evening. 

October 19-23: Tennis Congress: Only at PR