Parks and Rec Purchases Additional Trackless Machine

To meet the growing demand for snow removal services on our expanding network of Town sidewalks and multi-use paths (MUPS), Parks and Recreation took possession of an additional Trackless machine this week. This brings the number of sidewalk blowers in the Parks fleet to four. Upon possession of the machine, staff jumped in and cleared the MUP from the Mammoth RV Park to Commerce Drive, the College Pathway MUP and the Canyon Blvd. sidewalk - enjoy! For a map of accessible Town sidewalks and MUP’s please click here.

Parks and Rec Temporarily Postpones Indoor Programs

Due to the recent dramatic surge of COVID-19 cases in our community, we have made the difficult decision to temporarily postpone our indoor programming through January 28, 2022. The health and well-being of our participants and staff is our top priority. Programs affected by this postponement include: Coed Adult Indoor Soccer League, Coed Adult Indoor Volleyball League, Hot Shots Basketball, and the new Baked Cooking Classes. Outdoor programs (Adult hockey, Curling League and lessons) will continue at this time, however, we ask that you do not participate if you are symptomatic or have been exposed to someone COVID-19 positive in your family or household. Parks and Recreation will monitor the current situation and respond accordingly. We look forward to seeing you all soon!

Celebrate National Skating Month!

January is National Skating Month and to celebrate, the Mammoth Ice Rink is offering FREE First Time Skate Assist Lessons. If you’ve never skated before, now’s your chance to join our instructors for a FREE 20 minute ‘how to’ session covering all the basics. Lessons are scheduled on Friday, January 21 and Friday, January 28 from 4:00-6:30pm. Register in person or by calling the Mammoth Ice Rink at (760) 965-3695. For the complete winter schedule, rates and promotions, please visit our website or call (760) 965-3695 during operating hours.

NEW Open Rink Play!

Join our Parks and Rec staff for supervised open rink play at the Mammoth Ice Rink this January for Grades K-5. Sessions run from 1:00-3:00pm (drop-off begins at 12:45pm), and are scheduled on January 19, 20, 24, 26 and 27. This monitored play time will include several play stations for students to choose from. Choices vary day-to-day, but may include: ice skating, broom ball, sledding, or art. This is an outdoor program. Students must bring warm clothes, water, and a snack. Spaces are limited to 30 students per session. Register online - Have Questions? Call (760) 965-3690. Session fee is only $2.00.

NEW Winter Gymnastics Program

We are excited to announce the return of gymnastics for the community. This winter we will have a 6-week Tumbling class, and a 6-week introduction to Cheer class for Grades 3-12. Programs will be held at the Mammoth Lakes Community Center (1000 Forest Trail), commence in February and are only $45 per session. Click here for information and to register or call us at (760) 965-3690.

Hots Shots Basketball League Postponed

Hot Shots Basketball is a co-ed league for elementary aged students (grades 3-5). This league will teach participants the basic skills and gameplay of basketball to help prepare them for the middle school basketball program. Games will not be scored nor will team ranking be recorded. Cost is only $45 per player. Click here for additional information or to register.

Winter Skating Lessons

Our Ice Skating Lesson programs in January and February are OPEN for registration. Join our US Figure Skating certified instructors to learn the fundamentals or improve your skills! Open to all ages - Grades Transitional- Kindergarten to Adult! For more information, or to register, please click here.

Adult Indoor Soccer and Volleyball Leagues Postponed

The Parks and Recreation Department is excited to announce the return of the Adult Indoor Soccer and Volleyball Leagues in January 2022. For more information, or to register a team, please call (760) 965-3697.

NEW: Learn How to Officiate Basketball Games

Expand your skills and become one of our Officials in Training (O.I.T). Open to 9-12^th graders, youth will learn how to run a basketball game, operate the time clock, call fouls and keep stats during our Hot Shots Basketball League. This is a paid position. Apply online.

NEW: Apply to be a Rec Intern for Gymnastics

Do you have a passion for teaching gymnastics style programs? Join our Parks and Recreation team to assist our gymnastics coach. This winter’s focus will be on Tumbling and Cheers programs. Our team teaches various age groups. Lessons will typically run Monday - Thursday evenings. Flexible scheduling possible. Job duties will include but are not limited to: assisting with class handling, set-up and tear-down, performing demonstrations and group teaching. Click here for additional information or to apply online.

Community Recreation Center (CRC) Update

Hamel Contracting Inc. is on winter suspension, with work planned to resume in the spring of 2022 coinciding with the arrival of the Sprung Structure. The site will be secured for the winter. Look for the weekly #crcupdates to resume in 2022! Temporary park closure: For the duration of construction for the new Community Recreation Center, the Mammoth Creek Park playground, restrooms and parking lot will be CLOSED to the public. The Town will maintain public restrooms on the eastside of Mammoth Creek Park accessible from the multi-use path. We invite you to enjoy one of our many playgrounds at Trails End Park, Shady Rest Park and the Community Center. We apologize for this inconvenience and appreciate your understanding as we work towards enhancing our community recreation amenities.

Park, Facilities and Trails Update

Where can I walk? Please click here to view the status of our MUP’s and sidewalks. The Town clears several miles of sidewalks for your safety. During snowstorms, please do not walk on the streets with vehicles and plows as they will have trouble seeing you and do not walk in-front of snow removal equipment. Be Snowsmart this winter!

Recreation Events, Programs and Activities

Practice Winter Recreation Safety this MLK Weekend

With record-breaking snow accumulation throughout the state, all visitors to California’s National Forests should plan ahead and ensure your vehicles are snow ready as road conditions may impact access heading into Martin Luther King Jr. weekend. Visitors are encouraged to view the Recreate Responsibly Winter Toolkit, which provides resources on weather conditions, avalanche awareness, and Leave No Trace principles. For people choosing to stay local, the USDA Forest Service invites everyone to participate in volunteerism on Monday, January 17 in recognition and celebration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Martin Luther King Jr. Day is the only federal holiday designated as a national day of service to encourage all Americans to volunteer to improve their communities. For more information, visit: https://americorps.gov/newsroom/events/mlk-day.

Arts, Culture & Recreation Grants Available

It's that time of year again for Town of Mammoth Lakes Measure U Grants! The Measure U or “Mammoth Lakes Mobility, Recreation and Arts & Culture Utility Users Tax Ordinance” was adopted by the Mammoth Lakes Town Council and approved by the voters of the Town of Mammoth Lakes in 2010. The application period opens February 1 and closes on February 28, 2022. Email info@mammothlakesrecreation.org for more information.

Nordic Ski at Shady Rest!

The Winter Trails in Shady Rest are groomed and open for the season! 3 miles of trail groomed for Nordic skiing/skating, walking, winter fat biking and snowshoeing begin at the Mammoth Lakes Welcome Center. Visit the MLTS Trail Conditions page for current conditions.

Mono County Wellness Winter Program Schedule

Click here for information about the Mammoth Lakes program schedule.

Clubhouse Live

Ongoing - closed on school and government holidays.
Tuesday and Friday from 3:30-5:00pm
Free afterschool program for middle and high school students. Snacks, activities and help with homework provided.

Free Yoga and Guided Meditation

Ongoing, Tuesdays & Thursdays from 1:30-2:45pm
Bring a towel or yoga mat and relax your mind and body.

Senior Breakfast Club

Ongoing, Sunday from 8:00-9:00am
Various Locations Join us for coffee, a light breakfast, community, and conversation

Game Nights

Ongoing, every Sunday and Wednesday
Sundays from 5:00-7:00pm & Wednesdays from 6:00-8:00pm
Join us for game night at the Sierra Wellness Center. A variety of board games are available. All ages and abilities are welcome.

Parents of LBGTQ+ Support Group

Tuesday, January 18, 2022 from 6:00-8:00pm

Coffee with a Queer

Sunday, January 30, 2022 from 8:00-9:00am
Join Mx. Sabrina Rose for a hot beverage and respectful conversation. Ask away! In-person or via Zoom ID: 760 924 1741.

Elevate Mammoth

Elevate is Mammoth Hospital's community prevention, wellness, and performance institute focused on improving the health of our community through facilitating positive lifestyle choices and providing the necessary knowledge, resources, and skills. Elevate was launched in the Spring of 2021 by Mammoth Hospital. Join a variety of virtual and in-person wellness programs including yoga, support groups, prenatal classes, and education series on nutrition and mindfulness. Check out all of their classes and schedule here.

Mono Arts Council

Art + Wine

Join us at the Community Arts Center to learn how to paint, draw, print, mosaic, etc... all while in the real or 'virtual' company of friends. Taught by local and visiting artists, you'll come away with a masterpiece. It's okay if you don't consider yourself an artist - let us show you how to unleash your creative spirit! Click here to register or for more information.

Mammoth Lakes Library

Storytime and Reading Challenge

In addition to our weekly Facebook Live Storytimes on Wednesdays at 10:30am and in Spanish alternate Fridays at 10:30am on Mammoth Lakes Library's Facebook page, Mono County Library's winter reading challenge is back with #WinterReads2022. Click through the link to find out more and sign up.

Makerspace and MonoBookBox Program

The library continues to offer free all-ages seasonal Makerspace Kits and Activity Zines for pick up at the front desk, along with Storytime To Go bags for young families at Mammoth Lakes Library. School age kids can still sign up for a few remaining slots in our winter MonoBookBox Program and high school age teens can participate in our Evolution of Storytelling Project which includes free journaling boxes and zine-making kits and this season adds in-house use of iPads for digital story creation and recording equipment for oral history/podcast style storytelling. Adults can take advantage of our Drop-In Sewing Machine Time at the 2nd floor Makerspace every Wednesday from 2:30-4:30pm

Additional information: monocolibraries.org.

January 14-17: MLK Weekend Outdoor Hockey Tournament

Parks and Recreation Department

(760) 965-3690 • MammothParksAndRec.com
ParksandRec@townofmammothlakes.ca.gov
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