Youth Programs

Saturday, Feb 11th & Sun February 12th

Boys & Girls Club of Nashua

8:30 am - 7:00 pm

$497.00

The American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course prepares candidates to prevent, recognize, and respond to emergencies in their specific aquatic  environment. This course is open to all candidates looking to obtain their Lifeguarding Certification. 

Course Prerequisites: 

 • Be at least 16 years old by June 14th 

 • Pass and complete the Online Blended-Learning Training, which will be sent out approximately two weeks before the training.

 • Pass the Pre-Skills Assessment outlined here:

*Merrimack Parks & Recreation is hiring for Summer 2023. We are paying $19/hr and will reimburse you for 100% of the cost of the Lifeguard Course if you work for us all summer.  Find the Town Job Application here. 

Saturday, March 11th

Time: 9:00 - 3:00 pm

Grades 6-8

$110.00 per person

Safe Sitter® prepares students in grades 6-8 to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings, or babysitting. The lessons are filled with fun activities and role-playing exercises. Students learn how to prevent unsafe situations and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies. Participants will learn tips to manage behavior along with the ages and stages of child development. Class will also include rescue skills such as choking rescue and CPR and how to assess and respond to injuries and illnesses. Lastly this course will teach participants how to screen jobs, discuss fees, and greet employers to set students up for success now and in the future. 

Saturday, April 15th

Time: 12:30 - 6:15 pm

$60.00 per person 

Bus Trip 

Come and join Merrimack Parks & Recreation as we travel down to DCU  Center in Worcester, Mass to see a special production of Jurassic World  Live!

Jurassic World Live Tour is a live entertainment  experience for the whole family that is rooted within the Jurassic World  franchise complete with life-sized dinosaurs, heroes and villains. With pulse-pounding stunts and an original,  authentic storyline, this show is guaranteed to make memories that will  last another 65 million years.

Advanced registration is required  and tickets are limited. Each person must be individually registered for  the trip. Price includes deluxe motor coach transportation and ticket  to the show. Seats are in Section 232 and in Rows C, D & E.

Trip departs from the Exit 8 Park & Ride located at 8 N. Southwood Drive in Nashua.  

Saturday March 11th & Sun March 12th

Boys & Girls Club of Nashua

8:30 am - 7:30 pm

$597.00

The Aquatic Training Academy’s Water Safety Instructor training course educates aspiring aquatic instructors on the planning, preparation, and teaching of American Red Cross learn-to-swim and

water safety programs. The course includes an initial online portion, followed by a three-day in-person training.

Requirements:

• Be at least 16 yrs. old (by the last day of training)

• Pass the initial online portion (prior to in-person training)

• Pass a swim skills evaluation, which includes:

25 yards of front crawl, back crawl, breaststroke,

sidestroke, and backstroke

15 yards of butterfly

Floating on back for one minute

Treading water for one minute

*Merrimack Parks & Recreation is hiring for Summer 2023. We are paying $19/hr and will reimburse you for 100% of the cost of the WSI Course if you work for us all summer.  Find the Town Job Application here. 

FREE Leadership Training Program

Session 1: June 19th - July 7th
Session 2: July 10th - July 28th
Session 3: July 31st - August 18th

The Naticook Day Camp Counselor in Training Program (CIT) returns after a 4 year hiatus with an entirely new look. This FREE CIT program prepares teens who are 15 years old to become future leaders by developing self-esteem, peer relations, interpersonal skills, and leadership techniques. CIT participants will receive training to prepare them to work with adults, peers, and children.

Through a hands on learning experience, CIT's will get the chance to plan and implement camp activities for various age groups. They will also get the chance to learn from our dedicated team of camp staff. CIT’s will help to plan and implement weekly Camp special events.

They will directly be supervised by CIT Coordinator and longtime Naticook Day Camp fixture - John Brennan. Many former campers return year after year to become CIT’s and then eventually move up to become Camp Counselors.

Participants will learn lessons daily while interacting with peers and having FUN!  Interested individuals can sign up for 1 three week session. Spaces are limited to a maximum of 8 CIT's per session. 

June 26 – June 30: Ages 12-14  8:30 am–11:30 am 

July 10 – July 14: Ages 9-11 8:30 am–11:30 am      July 17 – July 21: Ages 12-14 8:30 am–11:30 am     

July 24 – July 28: Ages 9-11 8:30 am–11:30 am      

July 3 1  – Aug 4: Ages 12-14 8:30 am–11:30 am

Aug 7 – Aug 11: Ages 9-11 - 8:30 am – 11:30 am 

Fees: 

• $75 First week
• $68 For each sibling
•  $68 For second/third week 

Kevn O'Leary's Basketball Camps returns to Wasserman Park this summer for their 30th year.  The goal of this program is to provide each child with a comprehensive  outline of the game.  

Each participant enjoys the  experience by blending knowledge with skill development while maintaining a positive attitude. The environment will be extremely rewarding for  any and all who wish to partake and wish to progress with the game of  basketball.        

Register directly with Kevin O'Leary by clicking on the link below.  For questions, call Kevin O'Leary at  (239) 249-9276 or email olearycamp68@gmail.com 

Are you looking for an extra week of camp after Naticook ends and before school starts?

We contracted with Top Secret Science and they will be running camp here at Wasserman Park.

August 21st to August 25th 9am to 3pm

Grade: K thru 5.

Cost: $305

Note: This program is not affiliated with Naticook Day Camp