Adult Enrichment
Whether you’re looking to explore a new hobby, enhance your skills, or simply indulge in activities that bring joy and fulfillment to your life, you’ve come to the right place!
Mountain Recreation offers a fun, exciting environment to our community; one that fosters skill building, movement, life skills, and fun! See below for a list of upcoming offerings that include a variety of enrichment opportunities for adults.
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2024 Activities
- Afternoon AcrylicsMay 1 & 2 (1pm-3pm) | Gypsum & Edwards
Enjoy an afternoon creating a beautiful artwork on canvas using acrylic paints. Lenka Sage, artist and instructor, will lead you through this creative afternoon of technique and painting.
*Registration fee includes all supplies needed for class
May 1 | Edwards Field House | 1pm-3pm
May 2 | Gypsum Recreation Center | 1pm-3pmAges: 18+
Price: $50 - Active Aging ExpoMay 3 (9am-12pm) | Edwards
Join the local community of aging adults for screenings, educational talks, local resources, vendors, fun activities, prizes and camaraderie.
This event is a collaboration between Mountain Recreation, Eagle County Healthy Aging, Howard Head Sports Medicine and Vail Health.
ACTIVITIES
• Walking Soccer
• Balance Course
• Ankle Mobility Screening
• BP/Glucose Checks
• Driving AssessmentEDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
• Life Uninterrupted
• Longevity & Being Proactive
• Good Form. Good Function. Good Health.
• The Wonders of TravelDate: Friday, May 3
Time:9am-12pm
Location: Edwards Field House - Gardening at High ElevationsMay 14 (6pm-7pm) | Gypsum
Join Denyse Schrenker, Eagle County Master Gardener Coordinator as she takes us through a variety of gardening topics including:
- Tomato & pepper varieties for high elevation
- Plant care practices for tomatoes & peppers
- Troubleshooting common problems with tomatoes & peppers
- Harvesting and ripening
Date: May 14
Time: 6pm-7pm
Location: Gypsum Recreation Center
Ages: 18+
Price: $50