The Parks and Recreation Department works to provide new quality programs that promote health and wellness for "Boomers" (Adults 50+). These activities are designed to offer programs that bring the "Boomer" community together. The goal is to meet the leisure needs of the community and create socialization within each of the programs that are offered. For more information, visit the FAQ page.

To help us expand the Boomer program, please take time to fill out this online survey.

For more information on any of the programs listed below, contact Sheridan Bohlken at 781-7282.

Health and Wellness Seminars:
The Health and Wellness series is an informational set of free classes aimed to meet the interest of Boomers, though participants of all ages are welcomed to attend. Health and Wellness seminars provide the perfect opportunity to catch up on the latest health tips and trends from local professionals. For more information call 781-7068.

Upcoming Seminars are as follows:

June 1, 2010: Work as a Team, Play as a Team, 12 p.m. to 1 p.m.,
County Government Center, 1055 Monterey Street

July 20, 2010: The Dangers of Not Getting Enough Sun,12 p.m. to 1 p.m., City/County Library, 995 Palm Street

August 3, 2010: Concepts of Change: How to Change for Good,
12 p.m. to 1 p.m., City/County Library, 995 Palm Street


Indoor Volleyball: Drop-in every Tuesday and Thursday from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. and Wednesdays from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. to experience the fun of Indoor Volleyball at the Ludwick Community Center, 864 Santa Rosa St. This program is FREE.

Adult Drop-In Softball: Bring a bat and glove and meet at Santa Rosa Park on Tuesdays from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. for a game of softball with others over 50!

Adult Drop-In Horseshoes: The City of San Luis Obispo Parks and Recreation Department is looking for participants to join in playing informal games of horse shoes at Santa Rosa Park, at Santa Rosa and Oak Street. Games are played from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. There is no charge for this activity.

"Round Table Readers": Meets on the second Wednesday of each month from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Call 781-7282 for meeting location and latest novel selection. 

Computer Partners: Learn how to send email to friends and family. Computer instruction is offered by educators from Cal Poly. The class is free to Seniors and Boomers and is held at the Ludwick Community Center, 864 Santa Rosa. Call 781-7282 to register today.

Ranger-Led Hikes: Come join a City Ranger for senior and family hikes. Hikers will learn about geology, vegetation and wildlife. This program is free. Call the Ranger Services Administrator at 781-7302 for more information or to set up a hike.

Global Gourmet: One Tuesday evening each month, culinary experts present cooking techniques and an introduction to new flavors and ingredients while offering delicious samples. For each class, a chef from a local restaurant demonstrates how to prepare a specialty dish with participation from the audience.

Global Gourmet is held at the Ludwick Community Center Teaching Kitchen on Santa Rosa and Mill from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Classes are $15 each. While this class is designed for Boomer participants, all community members are welcome. For more information, please call Jacob Broyles at 781-7068.

Upcoming Global Gourmet sessions are as follows:

June 14, 2010: Chef Robert Root: Eat & Buy Local in 30 minutes

July 13, 2010: Mandarin Gourmet: Chinese Gourmet

August 10, 2010: Sea Venture: Local Seafood & Produce
 

Cuisines of the World at the Ludwick Community Center:
Each quarter participants discuss some of the world's traditional foods and participate in a cooking demonstration showing how to make familiar dishes healthier. Cuisines of the World is held at the Ludwick Community Center at 864 Santa Rosa Street from 5 p.m. to 6 p.m. All community members are welcome. To register or for more information, please call Jacob Broyles at 781-7068.

November 9, 2010: Italian Cuisine

The Walking Group: This group meets Wednesday mornings 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at Laguna Lake Park, Madonna Road at El Mercado, in the first parking lot on the left from the Dalidio Drive entrance. This program is free to all who want to walk and talk while improving cardiovascular fitness. Come to exercise and socialize each Wednesday morning while enjoying the beautiful outdoors. A stretching session and Healthy Tip of the Week are featured each week. Each walking trip allows for the exploration of the various landmarks, open space and recreational trails around the lake. For more information, contact Program Specialist Amy Voorhies at 781-7069.
 

Directions for Ranger-Led Hikes and Fitness Hiking Club:

Bishop Peak Natural Reserve @ Patricia Drive: To reach the trailhead, take Foothill Blvd. west and make a right turn at Patricia Drive. Continue north on Patricia Drive and the trailhead will be on the left just past Patricia Court.

Cerro San Luis Natural Reserve: Please meet at the Cerro San Luis Natural Reserve trailhead. To access the trailhead, turn right onto Fernandez Road just before the southbound 101 Marsh Street on-ramp.

 El Chorro Regional Park:
Entrance is approximately 5.5 miles north of SLO, across from Cuesta College. Turn right onto park road and continue 0.8 miles to Dairy Creek parking lot on the left by the locked gate.

Irish Hills Natural Reserve @ Prefumo Canyon Trailhead: To reach the trailhead, take Los Osos Valley Road north and turn left onto Prefumo Canyon Road. Follow this road for 1 mile and the trailhead will be on the left after a bridge crossing.

Johnson Ranch: Please meet at the turnout located at the intersection of South Higuera Street and Ontario Road. 

Reservoir Canyon Natural Reserve: Please meet at the Reservoir Canyon trailhead. To reach the trailhead, take Highway 101 north. Go past the city limits and turn right onto Reservoir Canyon Road (second road past the City limits). Reservoir Canyon Road will end at the trailhead.

South Hills Open Space: Please meet at the South Hills trailhead off of Woodbridge Street. To reach the trailhead take South Street east and turn right onto Exposition Drive. Go straight and the road will turn into Woodbridge Street. The trailhead is on the right.

Stenner Springs Properties: Head west out of San Luis Obispo on Highway 1 towards Morro Bay. Slightly less than a mile outside of town turn right onto Stenner Creek Road. Follow Stenner Creek Road for about 2-1/2 miles to the end. Meet the ranger there.