Recreation Programs
Pick Up Pickleball Games- Liberty Tree Park
Join us on the courts for some fun and friendly competition!
Pick Up Pickleball Games are happening at Liberty Tree Park on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00 AM–12:00 PM. Open to adults of all ages and skill levels—just show up, play, and enjoy the game.
Scan the QR code to sign up or contact us for more information at parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov or (603) 875-0109.
Grab your paddle and we’ll see you there!
Line Dance Lessons- Adults
Line Dance Lessons for adults of all ages are held on Thursdays at the Alton Bay Community Center starting on June 4. 1:00pm-2:00pm for beginners and 2:10pm-3:10pm for intermediate dancers. Learn new dances each week. $15 registration fee for the season.
Lean Into Edible Gardening – Baby Steps to Growing Your Own Food
Registration
Registration for this program is currently open.
Ready to grow your own food? Let’s start small!
Join us for Lean Into Edible Gardening: Baby Steps to Growing Your Own Food with Lisa Hynes on Wednesday, March 11 from 6:30–8:00pm at the Gilman Library. Learn how to easily incorporate vegetables, herbs, flowers, and fruit into new or existing gardens, plus tips on companion planting, edible flowers, and sourcing plants, soil, seeds, and more.
Please register by March 5 by contacting parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov OR (603) 875-0109. A payment of $20 is due at time of registration through cash, check, or Venmo!
Pickleball – Play for Fun!
Grab your paddle and join us on the court!
Our Play for Fun Pickleball program is a relaxed, welcoming way to enjoy the game with no pressure, just fun.
– Saturdays, March 7–May 2
– Alton Central School
– 9:00AM-11:30AM
– Free with pre-registration.
To pre-register, contact parksrec-asst@alton.nh.gov or (603) 875-0109.
Guided Snowshoe Hikes
Registration
Registration is closed for both hikes.
The Alton Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring free Snowshoe Hikes.
Sunshine Hike on Thursday, February 12 at 10:00a.m. at Cotton-Hurd Brook, located on Chestnut Cove Road. Enjoy a scenic snowshoe trek through the woods, including over a small foot bridge for approximately 60 minutes. Register by February 9. Off-road parking is available.
Full Moon Hike on Tuesday, March 3 at 7:00p.m. at Morse Preserve/Pine Mountain, located on Avery Hill Road, off Alton Mountain Road. Moderate level, uphill and downhill hike, approximately 60-90 minutes- depending on trails chosen. The moon should be bright enough to light the way but an extra headlamp or flashlight is helpful for each person. Register by February 26. Off-road parking is available at the Mike Burke parking lot. Directions: take Route 11 into Alton Bay, turn on to Rand Hill Road. After .75 miles on Rand Hill Road, take a left onto Alton Mountain Road. After approximately 2 miles, take a left onto Avery Hill Road. The trail head is located about 500 feet on the left after passing the Mike Burk Trail System.
For more information and/or to register contact parksrec@alton.nh.gov or 603-875-0109.
