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Sports Cool Sports Stuff | Other Cool Stuff COOL SPORTS STUFF
School Games
You can check out sports at local high schools and colleges.
Note: Local high school games can be just as fun and won't cost as much as college games. However, the Causeway Classic (football), which is the biggest game between UCD and CSUS, is highly recommended. Sacramento Chapter of the First Tee, Sacramento Area Youth Golf Association (SAY GOLF) This organization impacts the lives of young people around the world by creating affordable accessible golf facilities. 1701 Sutterville Rd. (William Land Park), Sacramento 916.455.7888 www.thefirstteesacramento.org Note: You do not need to take your Explorer to a professional golf course; you can take them to the park, or to play miniature golf.
ARCO Arena
Check out a Monarchs or Kings game.
Note: Explorers would enjoy watching a live professional sports game. Swimming Take your Explorer swimming once the weather heats up. You'll want to make sure the child knows how to swim. Click for Sacramento Parks and Rec This web site provides you with different parks in the Sacramento area that have pools.
Fishing
There are many parks in the Sacramento area in which you can go fishing. Parks with fishing areas:
Note: Children under 18 can fish for free. Adults need to have a fishing license.
Bowling
There are several bowling alleys in Sacramento.
Note: You could use the bumper guards for those children who do not know how to bowl very well. Country Club Lanes is fun because they have music themes, cool lights, and laser tag. OTHER COOL STUFF
Water World
Big water park with lots of slides and pools. Cal-Expo, on Expedition Blvd.
Note: Parking is $6. After 3pm, entrance is $11.99.
Jump Rope
Show the Explorer how to jump rope and some fun games. Chinese Jump Rope Note: A rope will work just fine if you do not have a jump rope. Chinese jump rope is a fun variation of traditional jump rope. For this you will need another person, a chair, a tree, or something to hold up the other end. As a child, Lupe made a Chinese jump rope out of rubber bands and she used a safety pin to close the loop. Questions? Call Lupe.
Hula Hoop
Once you get the hula hoop action down, try playing a few games. Hula Hoop Games
Hacky Sack
This is a cool, interactive game. Hacky Sack Games Note: After learning how to play, the web site gives you different games to play. Bike Riding Note: Just make sure they're wearing protective gear, because it hurts when you fall! Paper Airplanes Note: Show them how to make paper airplanes. You can use colored paper or have the Explorer color the airplane. Have a flying contest and see which planes work and which do not. Other Sports Activities Go to the park with some equipment (balls, bats, mitts, gloves, or Frisbees) and play a game. Click for Sacramento Parks and Rec The link above shows you the parks in Sacramento and details the facilities they offer. Back to top |
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