Archery & Atlatl

Bicycling

City cycling. Ann Arbor has a growing network of bike lanes. Planning and recreation agencies throughout Washtenaw County are collaborating to develop the Huron River Greenway Border to Border Trail, 35 miles of shared-use paths and bicycle lanes across the county. Cyclists can already ride off-road from Parker Mill to Bandemer Park. Many continue west on Huron River Dr., which maintains a 35-mile-per-hour speed limit all the way to Dexter.

Bicycle maps. See www.a2gov.org/parks for PDF maps and where to purchase a paper map ($2).

Bicycle registration (onetime fee $8) is required of all city cyclists age 12 & over; it can be done through most local bike shops or at the city clerk’s office on the second floor of City Hall (994–2725). Bring your bike or its serial number.

Rental. Single and tandem bicycles are available for hourly rental at the Gallup Park Livery (3000 Fuller Rd., 662–9319). Cost for one hour is $8.25 (single) or $9.25 (tandem). Half-day rental is $12.50 (single) or $15.50 (tandem). Nonresident fees slightly higher. A driver’s license is required for deposit. You can also rent mountain bikes, road bikes, tandem bikes, adult three-wheelers, and city bikes by the hour, day, week, month, or (city bikes only) semester at the Campus Student Bike Shop (336 Maynard, 327–6949).

Ann Arbor Bicycle Touring Society, P.O. Box 1585, AA 48106. Organizes group day trips for road and mountain bike enthusiasts; see monthly Ann Arbor Observer Events listings for details. Plans out-of-state tours. Publishes a bimonthly ride calendar and a newsletter, both free to members. Annual dues $15, family $20 (includes mileage recognition patches for minimum 500 miles/year and discounts at area bike shops). No charge for nonmembers to participate in individual rides. www.aabts.org

Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living, 2568 Packard (scheduled to move Nov. 2007 to 3941 Research Park). 971–0277, ext. 56. Offers bike rides for all ages and abilities. Rides leave from facility Wed. 6:30 p.m. mstack@aacil.org, www.aacil.org

Ann Arbor Ski Club, P.O. Box 3258, AA 48106. 786–2237. Social & athletic club organizes mountain biking trips on local trails Fri. evenings & Sun. mornings. Open to nonmembers. www.a2skiclub. org/biking

Ann Arbor Velo Club. Race information: Mark, 827– 2792. Promotes 10 or more races a year. Schedules four training rides each week Mar.–Oct., focusing on bike handling skills, fitness training, and racing tactics. Offers a junior development program and a women’s team. www.aavc.org

Ride Boutique Bicycle Performance Center, High-tech custom measuring and fitting for high-end bicycles. 924 N. Main, 622–0544. Mon.–Thur. 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Fri. & Sat. 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun. noon–5 p.,m.

Wolver-Bents Recumbent Cyclists, 706 Dwight, Ypsilanti 48198. 487–9058. The rider of a recumbent bicycle reclines on a chairlike seat. Monthly rides. wolverbob@cs.com, www.wolverbents.org

Related Topics:

• Riverfront Parks

Boating & Sailing

Barton Boat Club. Harry Hawkins, 761–3100. Club meets Apr.–Nov. 1, Sun. 2 p.m. at Barton Pond for sailing races with Lazers and Snipes. Potlucks, social events, and junior training. Open to all. Annual dues $280. www.provide.net/~rblaw/bbc.htm

U-M Sailing Club, P.O. Box 4023, AA 48106. 426–4299. Beginning sailing and windsurfing classes open to the public. Hosts formal regattas and informal intraclub races on Baseline Lake at the Dexter Clubhouse, 8010 Strawberry Lake Rd. Summer social activities include picnics, barbecues, campouts, and movie nights. Annual dues $165/person (U-M students $110), $255/family (families of U-M students $190). umsc@umich.edu, www.umich.edu/~umsc

Bowling

Arbor Valley USBC (United States Bowling Congress), 2707 Yost. 973–2695. Serves all USBC-sanctioned bowlers in this area. Leagues for men, women, and youth bowlers. Annual dues (local and national chapters) $18. dmarend@comcast.net, www.arborvalleyusbc.com

Bel-Mark Lanes, 3530 Jackson. 994–8433. Forty lanes, bar, pool tables, video games, darts. Leagues bowl Sept.–May. Open bowling $1–$4.25/game. Rock & Bowl Fri. & Sat. nights, $4.25/game. Shoe rental $2.75.

Colonial Lanes, 1950 South Industrial. 665–4474. Forty lanes, restaurant and lounge, video/pinball room. Shoe rental $3.50. Leagues throughout the year. Birthday parties and corporate outings; call ahead for rates and group reservations. Call for hours and info on “College Rock” and “cosmic” (glow-in-the-dark) sessions. cubsac@ameritech.net

Canoeing, Kayaking, & Paddleboating

Argo Park Canoe Livery, 1055 Longshore. 668–7411. Rents canoes, kayaks, and rowboats; a driver’s license or car key is required for deposit. Rental $16 for two hours (nonresidents $20), $1 each additional hour, $21 all day (nonresidents $25). River trips of two, three, four, and six hours available with van transportation upstream, $19–$45. Season passes available. Public programs and year-round river day camps. Before Memorial Day weekend & after Labor Day: weekends 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Memorial Day weekend–Labor Day: Mon.–Fri. 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Weekends & holidays: 9 a.m.–9 p.m. a2gov.org/canoe

Gallup Park Canoe Livery, 3000 Fuller. 662–9319. Rents canoes, kayaks, and rowboats; see Argo listing for trip information and rental fees. Also, rents paddleboats for $8 / half hour (nonresidents $10). Public programs and year-round river day camps. Apr.: weekends only, 10 a.m.–7 p.m. May: daily 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Memorial Day weekend–Labor Day: daily 9 a.m.–9 p.m. Sept.: daily 10 a.m.–7 p.m. Late Sept.–mid-Oct.: weekends 10 a.m.–7 p.m. a2gov.org/canoe

Skip’s Huron River Canoe Livery, Delhi Metropark, East Delhi Rd. 769–8686. Open Apr.–Oct. daily except Wed., weekends only in late fall. Park at Delhi Metropark; the livery will transport you to a put-in point upstream. Weekdays: Hudson Mills Metropark trip (3–4 hours, $35 aluminum canoe, $40 plastic canoe) leaves Delhi Park on the hour Mon. noon & 1 p.m. and Tues., Thurs., & Fri. 10 a.m.–1 p.m.; Dexter-Huron Metropark trip (one–two hours, $23) leaves Delhi Mon., Tues., Thurs., & Fri. 3 & 4 p.m. Weekends: Hudson Mills trip leaves Delhi on the hour, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. $20 deposit for all canoes. Reservations are required for weekend trips, one or two weeks in advance.

Climbing

Planet Rock, 82 Aprill. 827–2680. Climbing gym with instruction. Available for private groups and parties. Pro shop. Daily pass: adults $15, students $14, kids $11 (ages 9–13); shoes ($2) & harnesses ($4) extra. Group & party packages available. Mon.–Wed. 3–10 p.m., Thurs. 3–11 p.m., Fri. 11 a.m.–10 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.–8 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. www.planet-rock.com

U-M Outdoor Adventures. 764–3967. A climbing wall in the IMSB is open to the public. Call for fees and times.

Disc Golf

Ann Arbor Area Disc Golf Club, 317 S. Division, PMB 196, AA 48104. William Gilbert, 449–4300. Hosts league and tournaments year round at Hudson Mills Metropark, Mary Beth Doyle Park, and Rolling Hills County Park. Summer league for all club members Mon. (Rolling Hills) and Wed. (Hudson Mills). $25 club fee; park vehicle entrance fees extra. Equipment is available at local stores and Hudson Mills activities center; deposit required. board@a3disc.org, www.a3disc.org

Hudson Mills Metropark, 8801 North Territorial Rd., 426–8211. Two 24-hole courses. Vehicle entrance fee $4/day, $20/year ($12 for seniors age 62 & over). Facility rents discs for a $10 deposit, Memorial Day weekend–Labor Day 8 a.m.–8 p.m. S

Mary Beth Doyle Park (formerly Brown Park), Birch Hollow Rd. east of Stone School Rd. 18-hole course with a pond and a tricky path through the woods.

Rolling Hills County Park, 7660 Stony Creek Rd. 484–9676. 18-hole course with amateur and advanced tees. Vehicle entrance fee $5/day ($2.50/day for age 62 & over), $25/year for county residents. Nonresidents pay $9/day ($4.50/day for seniors), $45/year. parks.ewashtenaw.org S

Fencing

Ann Arbor Dueling Society. Beginning adult fencing Thurs. 8–9 p.m. at the YMCA, 400 W. Washington, followed by open fencing. Sponsors the Ann Arbor Duelist, an annual fencing tournament that draws from Michigan and nearby states. www.aaduelist.org

Ann Arbor Sword Club. 996–4290. Competitive fencing and other swordplay and instruction. Sept.– May, Tues. 7–10 p.m. at Pittsfield Grange Hall, 3337 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd.; June–Aug., call for location. info@annarborsword.com, www.annarborsword.com

U-M Fencing Club. University competitive team open to the public; those not affiliated with the U-M pay $60 for facility pass. Plays Sept.–May. www. umich.edu/~fencing

YMCA (996–9622). Classes year round, all levels, ages 12 & up. Equipment provided. Instruction and open fencing Thurs. evening & Sat. afternoon. www.annarborymca.org

Fishing

All anglers are advised to consult the Michigan Department of Natural Resources fishing regulations online at michigan.gov/dnr or at the Gallup canoe livery (662–9319). All age 17 & over must have a fishing license. Yearly fee is $28 (all species) or $15 (no trout or salmon). Licenses are sold at Meijer (3145 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd., 3825 Carpenter, & 5645 Jackson), Kmart (215 N. Maple in Maple Village & 3100 Washtenaw), and Dunham’s Sports (217 N. Maple in Maple Village & 2850 Washtenaw).

Authorities recommend eating no more than one meal a week of fish from inland Michigan waters (one meal a month for children and for women of childbearing age) because of mercury contamination.

City fishing. The serene ponds above the Huron River’s dams offer great fishing. The Huron contains largemouth and smallmouth bass, rock bass, crappie, bluegill, carp, pike, catfish, trout, sunfish, and some walleye. Best spots include Barton Dam (off Huron River Dr.), Gallup Park, Olson Park, and Argo Dam. Live bait is available at Argo Park and Gallup Park canoe liveries. Gallup Park offers a free youth fishing pond.

Area fishing. At the four-acre, spring-fed pond at Rolling Hills County Park (484–9676), visitors may fish from the bank or two fishing piers, one of which is handicapped accessible. At Spring Valley Trout Farm (12190 Island Lake Rd., Dexter; 426–4772) you can catch your own farm-raised catfish or rainbow trout; all equipment is provided, and no license is required. Numerous small lakes, many only a short drive away, offer good fishing; call the Huron- Clinton Metroparks Authority, (800) 477–2757; the Waterloo State Recreation Area, 475–8307; or the Pinckney State Recreation Area, 426–4913. The Michigan Fishing Hotline, (800) 275–3474, has fishing and lake information for the entire state.

Flying

Golf—Driving Ranges

Indian Trail Golf Center, 5440 Earhart Rd. 929–0807. Outdoor driving range with covered tee area and putting surface. Bucket of balls $5, $7, $9, or $14. Discount with purchases over $50 on ball-dispensing machine card. Hours: 9 a.m.–dusk, except Tues. noon–dusk. www.indiantrailgolf.com

Miles of Golf, 3113 Carpenter. 973–9004. Open year round. Offers practice greens, grass and heated/sheltered tees, club testing and fitting center, lessons, pro shop. Bucket of balls $7, $9, or $11. Mon.–Fri. 9 a.m.–9 p.m., Sat. 9 a.m.–7 p.m., Sun. 10 a.m.–6 p.m. www.milesofgolf.com

Stonebridge Golf Club, 1825 Clubhouse Dr. 429–8383. Outdoor facility with practice areas for driving, putting, chipping, and sandshots. Bucket of balls $5, $7.50, or $10. Discount on balls with purchase of Range Card. Open daily sunrise to sunset. www.stonebridgegolfclub.net

Zeeb Golf Driving Range, 2735 S. Zeeb Rd. 994–4005. Outdoor driving range with putting green and rain shelter. Bucket of balls $6 or $10.

Golf—Organizations

Golf—Private Courses

Ann Arbor Country Club, 4699 E. Loch Alpine. 426–4693. No waiting list. generalmanager@annarborcc.com, www.annarborcc.com

Ann Arbor Golf and Outing Club, 400 E. Stadium. 663–4044. Waiting list currently three years. www.aagoc.org

Barton Hills Country Club, 730 Country Club Rd. 663–8511. Waiting list 60 days. Barton Hills residency not required. bartongolfshop@bhcconline.com, www.bhcconline.com

Polo Fields Golf and Country Club, 5200 Polo Fields Dr. 998–1555. No waiting list. lstewart@polofields.org, www.polofields.org

Travis Pointe Country Club, 2829 Travis Pointe Rd. 662–2582. No waiting list. www.travispointe.com

Golf—Public & Semiprivate Courses

Georgetown Country Club (semiprivate), 1365 King George. 971–5500. 9 holes, par 30. Part of a swim, golf, and tennis club (memberships available). Greens fees: $11 weekdays, $15 weekends & holidays; seniors (age 60 & over) and juniors (age 14 & under) $9 weekdays, $13 weekends & holidays. Second round $4. Pull carts only (rental $2). Twilight rates. Open to the public daily Apr. 1–Oct. 31, weather permitting; summer 8 a.m.–9 p.m., call for spring and fall hours. questions@georgetowncc.org, www.georgetowncc.org S

Hickory Sticks Golf Course, 8753 Pleasant Lake Rd. 913–8140. 18 holes, par 70. Putting and chipping greens, hitting nets, restaurant, and private meeting rooms. League and open play. Greens fees with power cart: $25 weekdays, $39 weekends. Discounts for seniors (18 holes with cart $20 weekdays, $25 weekends for ages 55 & over), women, evening, all-day play, and weekend afternoons. Soft spikes. Annual memberships available. hickorysticks@digirealm.com, www.hickorysticks.org S

Huron Hills Golf Course, 3465 E. Huron River Dr. 971–6840. 18 holes, par 67. Overlooking the Huron River, Huron Hills provides some of the city’s best scenery. Walk-on play may be available. Tee-time reservations for all golfers begins Mon. for the following Mon.–Sun. Greens fees for city residents for 9/18 holes: weekdays $13.50/$21; weekends & holidays $15/$23; juniors (age 17 & under) and seniors (age 55 & over), weekdays only, $10/$14. Nonresidents pay $2 more on greens fees. Club rental: $9/$12. Pull cart rental: $2. Twilight rates and weekday specials. Snack bar. Summer daily 7 a.m.–8 p.m.; call for off-season hours. S

Lake Forest Golf Club and Practice Center, 3110 Ellsworth. 994–8580. 18 holes, par 72. Wide fairways, large greens, woodlands, and wetlands on a championship course suitable for all skill levels. Practice center includes sand and grass chipping areas. Clinics and private lessons available. Large banquet room available year round. Greens fees for 9/18 holes: weekdays $15/$24 (with cart $22/$38), weekends $15/$29 (with cart $20/$43). Seniors (age 55 & over) and students (must have valid school ID) get $3 off any rate. Twilight rates. Daily dawn–dusk. golf@lkforest.com, www.lakeforestgc.com S

Leslie Park Golf Course, 2120 Traver. 994–1163. 18 holes, par 72. Rolling hills, Traver Creek, and a series of small ponds make this a picturesque course for intermediate and experienced golfers. Reservation policies and hours are the same as at Huron Hills. Greens fees for city residents for 9/18 holes: weekdays $18/$30; weekends & holidays $22/$34; juniors (age 17 & under) and seniors (age 55 & over) $13/$17.50. Nonresidents pay $4 more. Power carts $6.50/rider (seniors $5) per 9 holes. Twilight rates and weekday specials (before 1 p.m.) available. Season passes available. Snack bar. www.leslie-park.com S

Stonebridge Golf Club, 1825 Clubhouse Dr. 429– 8383. 18 holes, par 72. This privately owned course, open to the public, was designed by Arthur Hills. Each set of tees has a USGA rating. Three PGA pros on staff give lessons. Full pro shop. Reservations recommended. Greens fees for 9/18 holes: $25/$36, with cart $35/$50. Twilight, off-season, and senior (age 55 & over) rates. Daily sunrise–sunset. info@stonebridgegolfclub.net, www.stonebridgegolfclub.net S

Golf—U-M Courses

Radrick Farms, 4875 Geddes. 998–7040. 18 holes, par 72. Designed by Pete Dye, Radrick covers 260 acres and is reserved for U-M faculty, staff, and alumni, and their guests. (The waiting list is five years for faculty and staff and 15 years for alumni.) A special donations club is open to the public for golfing privileges (minimum donation to the U-M $400). plscott@umich.edu, www.umich.edu/~radrick

University Golf Course, 500 E. Stadium. 615–4653. 18 holes, par 71. One of five U.S. courses designed by Scottish architect Alister MacKenzie. Open to U-M students, faculty, staff, and alumni, and their guests. www.mgoblue.com/umgc

Orienteering

Platform Tennis

Related Topics:

• Tennis

Racquetball, Paddleball, Handball, Squash, & Wallyball

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• Fitness Centers

Riflery, Skeet Shooting, & Trapshooting

Running & Track

For information on area running events and organizations, contact the Ann Arbor Track Club (below) or retailers Tortoise and Hare, 209 E. Liberty, 769– 9510, and Running Fit, 123 E. Liberty, 769–5016.

Ann Arbor Front Runners. Rick, 741–1763. Local chapter of an international organization. Lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender community and friends meet for runs and then to eat. Runners of all abilities welcome. Meets Tues. & Thurs. 6:30 p.m. at Fuller Park (Oct.–Mar.) or Furstenburg Park (Apr.–Sept.) & Sat. 9 a.m. (location changes weekly; call ahead). a2frontrunners@umich.edu, sitemaker.umich.edu/a2frontrunners

Ann Arbor Track Club, P.O. Box 7551, AA 48107. 332–9129. All-volunteer club that hosts numerous local events year round including races, training runs and walks, social gatherings, and service activities. Hosts weekly coached adult and youth workouts. Families $30, adults $20, students (ages 22 & under) $15. comm@aatrackclub.org, www.aatrackclub.org

Motown–Ann Arbor Hash House Harriers. 332–9314. Local chapter of an unorthodox running club for people who like to make a game of running. Each runner’s task is to follow a trail designed to be confusing. Each run includes at least one pit stop (beer, pop, or water) and is followed by a trip to a nearby restaurant for socializing and food. Runners and walkers of all abilities welcome. Runs usually on Sat. or Sun. afternoons. tashjian@voyager.net, www.a2h3.org

Skating: Ice

A²Ice³, 2121 Oak Valley. 213–1600. “The Cube” contains three rinks—two NHL size and one Olympic size—used by clubs and hockey leagues and available for public skating, private party rental, and lessons. Open year round. Public skating fees: adults $4, children (age 12 & under) and seniors (age 62 & over) $3; skate rental $3. Call for hours or check online. a2ice3@a2ice3.com, www.a2ice3.com S

Ann Arbor Figure Skating Club, 2121 Oak Valley. 213–6768. Chapter of the U.S. Figure Skating Association. Year-round lessons for skaters of all skill levels in freestyle, ice dance, field moves, power skating, hockey techniques, and synchronized skating. Skating times available at A2Ice3 (see above). aaskating@yahoo.com, www.annarborfsc.com

Buhr Park, 2751 Packard. 971–3228. Outdoor covered regulation NHL-size artificial rink, open Nov.–Mar. (except in unseasonably warm weather). Public skating, drop-in hockey, special programs, instruction. Heated lobby, skate rental ($3), lockers, and skate sharpening ($6). Open skating times vary; call ahead. Fees: resident adults $5, nonresident $6; resident youths (age 17 & under) and resident seniors (age 60 & over) $3.75, nonresident $5. Drop-in hockey and season passes available. www.a2gov.org/buhr S

Veterans Memorial Park Ice Arena, 2150 Jackson. 761–7240. Open Sept.–May. Vets has a regulation NHL-size rink, seating for 2,000 spectators, skate rental ($3), skate sharpening ($6), coin-operated lockers, pro-shop, and snack bar. Fees for residents: adults $5, youths (age 17 & under) and seniors (age 60 & over) $4; nonresident fees $1 more. General skating on weekend afternoons and evenings (call for hours). Discount coupons available. The rink may be rented for private gatherings. www.a2gov.org/veterans S

Yost Ice Arena, 1000 S. State. 764–4600. The U-M’s regulation NHL-size rink provides public skating, skate rental ($2), skate sharpening ($4–$5), lockers, summer camps, and learn-to-skate classes. Youth birthday party packages. Pro shop. Public skating hours: Sept.–Apr.: Mon.–Fri. noon–1 p.m., Thurs. 8–10 p.m., Sat. & Sun. 2–4 p.m.; times may vary. July & Aug.: Fri. noon–1 p.m., Sun. 2–4 p.m. May & June Closed. Fees: adults $5, seniors (age 65 & over) and students/youths $3, U-M faculty and staff $4. Weekday noon skate $2, skate rental $1. yostice@umich.edu, www.umich.edu/yost

Related Topics:

• Skating: In-Line & Skateboarding

Skating: In-Line & Skateboarding

Related Topics:

• Ice Hockey
• Skating: Ice
• inline skating events

Skiing

Ann Arbor Ski Club, P.O. Box 3258, AA 48106. 786–2237. Plans trips in Michigan and the western U.S. for snowboarders and skiers age 21 & over. Sponsors lessons as well as year-round social and other athletic events. Meetings Sept.–Apr., Thurs. 8 p.m. at Cobblestone Farm, 2781 Packard. luv2ski@ polopoloscpa.com, www.a2skiclub.org

Buhr Park Cross-Country Ski Center. 971–3228. Groomed trails. Buhr is open weekends only, weather permitting; $6 trail fee ($7 nonresident), equipment rental $8 resident youths ($10 nonresident), $12 resident adults ($15 nonresident). www.a2gov.org/buhr

Hudson Mills Metropark. 426–8211. 7 a.m.–dusk. No trail fees. Groomed trails. Ski rental $4 / half day weekdays, $8 / half day weekends; $10 deposit. Vehicle entrance fees (see listing in Regional & State Parks under Parks & Nature Areas, above). Rolling Hills County Park. 484–9672. Open daily 8 a.m.–dusk. No trail fees. Groomed trails. Ski rental $4–$5 for two hours. Vehicle entrance fees (see listing in Regional & State Parks under Parks & Nature Areas, above).

Cross-country trails. There is no charge to ski the ungroomed trails at Bird Hills Park, County Farm Park, Delhi Metropark, Dolph Park, Fuller Park, Gallup Park, Huron Hills and Leslie Park golf courses, or the U-M’s Saginaw Forest. Skiers also make their own trails at the U-M’s Radrick Farms Golf Course, including through adjacent woods. The public schools’ Eberwhite Woods is also skiable, as are the prairies at Pioneer High.

Washtenaw Ski Touring Club, P.O. Box 1967, AA 48106. Organizes weekend cross-country ski trips in northern Michigan and Ontario Dec.–Mar., and local skiing as conditions permit. Newsletter, free ski instruction, sports store discounts. Meetings begin in late Oct. or early Nov. and include presentations on cross-country skiing and information on club trips. For details, see monthly Ann Arbor Observer Events listings. esteinma@umich.edu, www.hvcn.org/info/skiclub

Sledding & Tobogganing

Swimming

For private pools, see the Yellow Pages.

Ann Arbor city pools. The city’s three outdoor public pools at Buhr, Fuller, and Veterans parks were all built in 1967 and renovated in the 1990s. (See below for each listing.) They are open Memorial Day weekend–Labor Day. Fees: resident adults (ages 18–55) $4; resident youths & seniors $3.50; nonresidents pay $1 more; under age 3 free. Resident families (two adults & three children) $13; nonresident $15.25 (during family swim times only). Season passes are available at the parks and recreation office on City Hall’s sixth floor, at Mack Pool, and at other pools over Memorial Day weekend.

Buhr Pool, 2751 Packard. 971–3228. Outdoor 25-yard pool with six training lanes, wading pool, sun deck, and locker rooms. Open swim daily 1–8 p.m. (weekends & holidays open at noon). Family swims weekdays 5–6:30 p.m. Adult lap swim weekdays noon–1 p.m. (with two lap lanes available all other times). Tot splash Mon., Wed., Fri. 10:30 a.m.–1 p.m.; Tues. & Thurs. noon–1 p.m. General public swim (mid-June–early Sept.) Mon.–Fri. 1–5 p.m. & 6:30–8 p.m., weekends & holidays noon–8 p.m. www.a2gov.org/buhr" target="_new">www.a2gov.org/buhr S

Fuller Pool, 1519 Fuller. 994–4263. The largest pool in town, with 50-meter Olympic lap lanes available all day, water slide, full handicapped accessibility, locker room, and concessions. Fuller also has two sand volleyball courts, sun decks, a day camp, and a playground next door. Fees: see Ann Arbor city pools, above. Open swim daily 1–7 p.m. (till 8 p.m. after June 17). Family swim daily 5:30 p.m.–close; four adult lanes daily 1–6:30 p.m. Tot splash Tues. & Thurs. 11 a.m.–1 p.m. www.a2gov.org/fuller" target="_new">www.a2gov.org/fuller S

Independence Lake County Park. See listing in Regional & State Parks under Parks & Nature Areas, above.

Mack Pool, 715 Brooks (in Ann Arbor Open @ Mack School). 994–2898. This 25-yard indoor pool has six training lanes, a wading pool, and a handicapped access ramp. Locker rooms. Open swim hours vary; call ahead. No daytime drop-in swimming during the school year. Closed Aug. for annual maintenance. Fees: see Ann Arbor city pools, above. www.a2gov. org/mack S

Meri Lou Murray Recreation Center, 2960 Washtenaw. 971–6355. A 25-yard indoor pool offers lane swimming, a wheelchair ramp into the water, and an underwater bench in the whirlpool area. Aquatic fitness classes available as is instruction for all ages. Open swim hours vary; call ahead. Drop-in fees: resident adults (ages 18–61) $6 (nonresident $8), resident youths & seniors $4 (nonresident $5). Yearly memberships available. parks.ewashtenaw.org S

Rec & Ed (994–2300, ext. 53232) offers classes year round for ages 6 months & over on weeknights and Sat. during the school year, weekdays during the summer. Lifeguard certification available. Classes are taught in the Ann Arbor middle school pools. www.aareced.com

Rolling Hills Family Water Park, 484–9655. This 6.5-acre water park includes wave and activity pools, water slides, lazy river, spray play area, and concessions. Open Memorial Day weekend–Labor Day daily 11 a.m.–8 p.m. Residents: weekdays $6 (after 5 p.m. $4), weekends & holidays $7. Nonresidents: weekdays $8 (after 5 p.m. $5), weekends & holidays $9. Children 36 inches tall and under are free. County park admission fees apply (see park listing in Regional & State Parks under Parks & Nature Areas, above).

U-M pools. The university has three pools open to students, faculty, staff, and recreational sports members. The CCRB’s Margaret Bell Pool (763–3084) is 25 yards long with six lanes and locker rooms. The NCRB pool (763–4560) is 25 yards long with six lanes plus locker rooms and a sun deck. The IMSB pool (763–3562) is 25 yards long and has five lanes plus locker rooms. Hours vary. The U-Move Fitness program (764–1342) sponsors swimming instruction and aquatic fitness classes.

Veterans Memorial Park Pool, 2150 Jackson. 761–7240. Outdoor 25-yard pool with four lanes, sun deck. Also, exercise and locker rooms, zero-depth pool, children’s water-play area, 125-foot water slide, and snack bar. Handicapped access ramp. Fees: see Ann Arbor city pools, above. Open swim: weekdays 3:30–7 p.m. (till 8 p.m. mid-June–Aug.), weekends & holidays noon–7 p.m. (till 9 p.m. July, 8 p.m. Aug.). Adult lap swim weekdays noon–1 p.m. Family swim daily 5–6:30 p.m. Tot splash Mon., Wed., & Fri. noon–1 p.m. www.a2gov.org/veterans S

YMCA, 400 W. Washington. 996–9622. The Y’s aquatics center features a six-lane, 25-yard pool for lap swim and instruction, and a family pool with a swirl pool and play equipment. Portable lift makes either pool accessible to people of all abilities. Lap swimming options available to members throughout the day. Swim lessons for all ages, adult water aerobics, lifeguard certification, and arthritis exercise classes year round. www.annarborymca.org S

Tennis

Courts are available in Ann Arbor’s city parks and public schools and at the U-M.

City and school courts are free for public use, first come first served, when not occupied by classes or tournaments. Lighted courts in town include four at Fuller Park and three at Vets Park. There are eight courts at Huron High, 2727 Fuller (994–2076), and 12 courts at Pioneer High, 601 W. Stadium (994–2151). The U-M has 16 courts at Palmer Field, 401 Washtenaw (763–3084), and two on North Campus at Baits Dr. and Hubbard Rd.

Instructional tennis is available at Rec & Ed (994– 2300, ext. 53243) for all skill levels age 5 & over. Also, cardio-tennis fitness classes and youth and adult leagues. shadigiv@aaps.k12.mi.us

Indoor tennis clubs: Huron Valley Tennis Club, 3235 Cherry Hill (662–5514); Liberty Athletic Club, 2975 W. Liberty (665–3738); Chippewa Club, 2525 Golfside (434–6100); Racquet Club of Ann Arbor, 3010 Hickory Ln. (971–5413); and Travis Pointe Country Club, 2829 Travis Pointe (665–8463). These clubs have pros who can be hired for private and group lessons. Most clubs also have outdoor courts for summer play. Membership prices vary and change frequently; call for details.

Ann Arbor Center for Independent Living, 2568 Packard (scheduled to move Nov. 2007 to 3941 Research Park). 971–0277, ext. 56. Offers tennis clinics designed for people with disabilities. In partnership with the U-M’s department of athletics and department of physical medicine and rehabilitation, the clinics teach basic strokes, strategy, and movement. All ages and abilities welcome. mstack@aacil.org, www.aacil.org

Ann Arbor Ski Club, P.O. Box 3258, AA 48106. 786–2237. Social and athletic club organizes 10-week sessions in fall, winter, and spring. Games Sat. 6 p.m. and Sun. 6 p.m. & 7:30 p.m. at Chippewa Tennis Club. Members $90, nonmembers $105. yegor@ieee.org, www.a2skiclub.org/social/tennis

U-M Varsity Tennis Center, 2250 South State St. 615–9347. Eight indoor and 12 outdoor courts. Annual U-M student, faculty, staff, and alumni memberships $90–$420. Others can be sponsored by a U-M affiliate or purchase their own memberships at a higher rate. Additional hourly indoor court fees $12–$28, depending on time of day. www.umich.edu/~mgoblue/campusinfo/varsity-tennis.html

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