Last Updated July 30, 2010

Recreation Department

Photo: Recreation Coordinator, Cheryl Haas

SKATE PARK PERMIT CLASSES FOR NON-RESIDENTS: Windham Recreation will be holding classes for non-residents to obtain a skate park permit on the following dates: August 29, 2010 at 4 PM. Please note that you MUST pre-register! Youth under the age of 18 MUST be accompanied by a parent. There is no set date for the skate park to open for the season, but once you have a permit, and the facility opens, skaters will be able to use the park. To pre-register, contact Cheryl Haas in the Recreation Office at 965-1208.

The Recreation Department, in conjunction with the Recreation Committee, is responsible for planning, organizing, and administering recreation services for the community. The Department is also responsible for the maintenance of the existing facilities (Town Beach and parks), as well as coordinating their scheduling. We work closely with the School department, local civic groups, and Town sports organizations, as well.

The Recreation Department could not exist without the hard work and dedication of volunteers. If you have a special hobby that you'd like to share, or have some extra time, we'd love to have you join us! Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions, concerns, suggestions, or ideas for programs.   

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Athletic Programs Field Info Water Activities Other Activities Annual Events Recreational Programs

 

Athletics:

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Field Information:

  • Tokanel Field:  Softball field & tennis court

  • Edward N. Herbert Field:  Softball field

  • Nashua Road: Two tennis courts, basketball court, soccer/lacrosse field, t-ball field

  • Searles School:  Soccer/lacrosse field

  • Roger’s Memorial Field: Three baseball fields

  • Griffin Park: Three baseball fields, soccer field, tennis and basketball courts, in-line skate park, paved walking path, covered pavilion/concession stand, playground

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Water Activities:

   Cobbetts Pond:

  • Town Beach: 45 Cobbetts Pond Road, Phone: (603) 893-6244. Open year round, however, lifeguards are only on duty mid-June to Labor Day. Open to Windham residents only & their guests. Beach Pass is required (no charge).

  • Fishing Keys: Available at Town Clerk’s Office, allow residents access to the boat launch at the Town Beach, subject to specific rules and regulations. Available to Windham Residents ONLY.  See rules and application. [pdf image]

  • Swim Lessons:  Red Cross swim lessons, 2 week sessions. Mom & Tot and up. Registration, early June.

  • Boat Launching: Appointments may be made to allow boat launching through the Town Beach for those boat owners who have a mooring on Cobbetts Pond.

   Canobie Lake:

  • Boat Launching: Access to Canobie Lake is available to Windham residents via a boat ramp off of Hayes Hart Road. Note: There is NO SWIMMING allowed in Canobie Lake, as it is Salem's water supply.

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Other Activities:

  • Windham Rail Trail: 4.1 miles of level, paved trail for walking/biking.

  • Playground: Estey Road (Behind Roger's Field/Cemetery on the Plain). Open year round, however, not maintained during winter. 

  • Contra Dancing: First Friday evening of each month at the Windham Town Hall.

  • Foster’s Pond Conservation Area: Canoeing, bird watching, hiking.

  • Dear Leap Conservation Area: Hiking, bird watching.

  • Landry Family Conservation Easement: Hiking, bird watching.

    • For more information on Conservation lands and permitted activities, please contact Jim Finn at (603) 890-6587.

  • Extensive trail network for hiking. More information can be found here.

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Annual Events:

  • Daddy/Daughter Dance: Held annually in March/April. Space is limited each year, so watch the papers and/or "What's New in Windham" for updates. Contact Recreation Coordinator at 965-120 for more info.

  • Mother/Son Night: Held annually in March/April. Space is limited each year, so watch the papers and/or "What's New in Windham" for updates. Contact Recreation Coordinator at 965-120 for more info.

  • Easter Egg Hunt/Easter Bunny: Held at Town Hall with separate areas available for various age groups.

  • Memorial Day Parade: Contact Mort Pearlman at 898-9000 for more info.

  • Strawberry Festival: Annually in June. Contact Nesmith Library at 432-7154 for more info.

  • Little Red Wagon: Summer at the Town Beach.

  • Town Day: Annually in July at Griffin Park.

  • 4th of July Fireworks: Provided by the Cobbetts Pond Improvement Association. Contact Tony DiFrucsia of the CPIA at 898-8158 for more info.

  • Senior Picnic: Summer at the Windham Fire Station. Hosted by Town staff. Free to Windham seniors. Contact the Administrative Offices at 432-7732 for more info.

  • Harvest Festival: Annually in October. Contact the Recreation Coordinator at 965-1208 for more information.

  • Lion's Club Annual Halloween Party: Contact Fred Linnemann at 432-5698 for more info.

  • Senior Christmas Party: Held at Castleton. Contact Recreation Coordinator at 965-120 for more info.

  • Christmas Tree Lighting/Visit from Santa: Held annually on the Town Common / Town Hall.

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Recreation Program Offerings:

The Department offers and/or sponsors a variety of programs and activities for all ages throughout the year.  Past/ongoing programs include toddler mini-sports, babysitting courses, crafts, chair yoga, and a fitness boot camp. Be sure to bookmark our "What's New in Windham" page and check back often for our latest offerings.

Facility Use Application [pdf image]        Program Registration Form [pdf image]

 

Photo: Administrative Offices/Recreation Department
Directions to the Recreation Department from I-93 North or South: Exit 3, left onto Route 111W. Straight through two sets of lights, at Shaws and the Village Green. First right onto Church Street. Recreation is on the left immediately after Town Common; parking accessed from Church Street.
 
 
 

 

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