Adult Programs

Come and join USA Archery Certified instructors from Phoenix Archery on Tuesdays & Thursday nights r for our weekly range nights. Phoenix archery will bring equipment and be hosting a safe and fun open range night for archery enthusiasts. Age: 8 and up

Tuesdays are for experienced shooters only and there are 2 classes to choose from: 6:00 - 7:00 pm or 7:00 - 8:00 pm. Thursdays for beginner shooters and classes from run 6:00 to 7:00pm.

Cost: $20.00 per session for family registration

Cost: $15.00 per session for individual registration

Thursday, November 3rd

Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Fee: $35.00 pp

Back  by popular demand! Come join the Merrimack Parks & Recreation  Department on Thursday, November 3rd as we travel down to the Encore  Boston Harbor Casino in Massachusetts. You don’t need to be an experienced  game player to enjoy this trip. There is something for people of all  skill levels. As part of registration fee, all participants will receive a $20.00 free slot play coupon.
 

The bus will depart from Twin  Bridge Park in Merrimack (485 Daniel Webster Highway). at 9:00 am and  will return at approximately around 4:00 pm. 

This trip is open to both residents  and non-residents so bring all your friends! 

All participants must be  pre-registered and seats are limited! Trip includes Deluxe Motor Coach transportation and slot play bonus package. Cost of the trip is just $35 pp. 

Saturday Nov 19th - Sunday, Nov 20th

8:00 am - 5:00 pm

$195.00 per person

Do you like to spend time outdoors? Accidents happen; if you or someone in your group got hurt, would you know what to do? People get hurt, sick, or lost.  Many back country emergencies are preventable and even when bad things happen, sometimes the wrong care can make things worse. 

Wilderness First Aid is the perfect course for the outdoor enthusiast or trip leader who wants more than basic level of first aid training for short trips with family, friends, and outdoor groups. The 16 hour long (two-day) program focuses on the skills of: Response and Assessment, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Environmental Emergencies, Survival Skills, Soft Tissue Injuries, and Medical Emergencies.

Those who complete the course and pass the written and practical skills will receive a Wilderness First Aid certification from SOLO which is valid for 2 years.  

Friday, November 25th

Time: 5:30 pm - 10:30 pm

Fee: $99.00 pp

Come and join Merrimack Parks & Recreation as we travel down the Boch Center in Boston to see Cirque du Soleil's newest show "Twas the Night Before" on opening night! 

‘Twas the Night Before...is an exhilarating spin on the beloved Christmas tale, and marks Cirque du Soleil’s first-ever Christmas production in New England. This festive show brings a flurry of love, Christmas cheer, thrilling acrobatics and hugely lovable characters that will create a new holiday tradition for families to cherish.  

Registration includes deluxe Motor Coach Transportation and ticket to the show. Tickets are Right Center Balcony Level Seating in Rows G, H, J, & K. Trip departs from Twin Bridge Park, located at 485 Daniel Webster Highway in Merrimack at 5:30 pm and we return to Merrimack at approximately 10:30 pm. 

Saturday, December 10th

Time: 6:00 am - 11:30 pm

Fee: $74.00 pp

Returning after a 3 year Hiatus - Want to see New York but don’t want to drive and spend half the day looking for parking? At last, a chance for you to get away to New York, New York! The Big Apple! 

Enjoy the magic wonder and allure of New York City at Christmas time on this fantastic one day trip to the Big Apple. The streets and shops of New York are full of energy and holiday shoppers. We'll drop you off in the Rockefeller Plaza area of mid-town Manhattan. Once here you may want to explore at your own pace sights such as St. Patrick's Cathedral, Times Square, Top of the Rock, NBC Studio Tour, or others. You may decide to take in the great shopping on Madison or 5th Avenue! You'll have plenty of time to see the Christmas Tree at Rockefeller Plaza, and stroll out in front of Sak's 5th Avenue. You may even want to take in a matinee show of the Radio City Rockettes!  We'll depart NYC at 6:30 pm from the city to get us back home just a back home around 11:30 pm with great memories of the Big Apple at  Christmas!

Thursday, December 15th

Time: 8:30 am - 5:45 pm

Fee: $90.00 pp

Come  and join Merrimack Parks & Recreation as we travel down to Newport  Rhode island to see two of Newport’s most elegant mansions decorated and  on display for the holidays.
 

Visits to The Breakers, the  grandest of Newport’s summer “cottages”, and showcased will be The  Marble House decked out in yuletide finery, with thousands of poinsettia  plants, evergreens, wreaths, and fresh flowers highlight our day.
 

Trip includes Motor Coach  Transportation and admission to both The Breakers Mansion and Marble  House.There is also a self guided audio tour available but you must  bring your own smart device.  Lunch will be on your own.  
 

Advanced registration is required  and spaces are limited. A $25 deposit is required to reserve your space.  Final payment will be due 2 weeks before the trip. 

Sunday, Feb 26th

Time: 11:00 am - 5:15 pm

Fee: $85.00 pp

Come and join Merrimack Parks & Recreation as we travel down the  Hanover Theatre and Performing Arts Center in Worcester to see the  National Tour of the Tony Award winning production of "Annie" the  musical live on stage. ANNIE, directed by Jenn Thompson,  features the iconic book and score, written by Tony Award®—winners  Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. This celebration of  family, optimism and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for  all the hard knocks life throws your way.

Unmistakably known as a  timeless masterpiece, Annie, the Musical has been capturing the hearts  of audiences since 1976! The Hanover Theatre and Conservatory presents  the magical, the spectacular and the heartwarming story of Annie, an  orphan whose happiness and positivity continues to remind generations  that no matter how hard life can get sometimes, the ‘Sun Will Come out  Tomorrow’. Be part of an evening where a magnificent story of love,  family and positive outlook in life will have you laughing and singing.  Purchase your tickets today! You will be glad you did!

Registration includes deluxe Motor Coach Transportation and Left Balcony Level Seating to the show in rows E thru J.

Friday, March 10, 2023

Time: 5:30 - 11:30 pm

Fee: $99.00 pp

HAMILTON is the story of America then, told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre—a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. 

Price includes tickets in the Balcony Left Center, Balcony Center and Right Center in Rows Q & R along deluxe motor coach transportation to the show.Seating assignments will be placed based upon order of registration received. We will hand out the tickets to you when you get on the bus on the day of the show to avoid lost tickets.  

Trip departs from Twin Bridge Park at 5:30 pm. Showtime is 7:30 pm and we should arrive back in Merrimack at approximately 11:30 pm.