Membership Handbook

Winding Trails
Member
Handbook
Fostering a Love for the Outdoors • Developing Leadership and Life Skills • Creating a Sense of Community
WeLcoMe To WIndIng TRAILs
W
e are very happy to have you joining our “family” at Winding
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Trails. We are confident that you will have many fond
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memories from your experiences at our beautiful facility. As
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an organization the Board of Directors, Board Committees, and staff
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are committed to the following Mission Statement:
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• Winding Trails, Inc. is a non-profit, organization serving people
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from Farmington and surrounding communities, providing year round
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recreational and educational activities for the enjoyment and growth of
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families and individuals of all ages. Winding Trails is dedicated to the
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conservation and stewardship of the natural woodlands and waterways
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that allow outdoor programming, character development, and other
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and Storage . . . . . . . . . . 10
activities that strengthen the lives of those we serve
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• Sense of community – Providing opportunities for families and
General, Program and
friends to spend quality time together and share outdoor adventures
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in welcoming and safe surroundings is at the core of everything we do.
We also understand we are a unique regional resource and recognize the
importance of working collaboratively with our local and regional neighbors.
• Love for the outdoors – We instill a love for the outdoors and an appreciation for nature. We recognize
the importance of the outdoors to our quality of life and health. We are committed to the preservation
of the natural environment.
• Leadership and Life skills – Through our recreational and educational programming we provide
opportunities for people of all ages and backgrounds to learn and to demonstrate leadership skills,
cooperation, responsibility, communication and sportsmanship. We encourage participants to utilize
these skills in all aspects of their lives.
Winding Trails is open 35 days per year. Each season offers its own special feel and programs for you
to enjoy, from gliding across scenic Walton Pond, skiing the miles of freshly groomed trails, meeting
new friends at summer camp, to cooling off in the spring fed waters of Dunning Lake.
Winding Trails has something for everyone, it is the ideal facility for your family!
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WINDING TRAILS RECREATION ASSOCIATION
geneRAL InFoRMATIon
MeMBeRsHIP cATegoRIes
The membership at Winding Trails is made up of the
following categories:
FAMILY MeMBeRsHIP
Family Memberships include parent(s) of the same
family and children of the same family up to 22 years
old who reside at the same address. Grandparents and
children over the age of 22 need to have a separate
membership.
IndIvIduAL MeMBeRsHIP
Individual memberships include single adults 18 years
and over.
senIoR MeMBeRsHIP
Senior Memberships cover a single senior, aged 2 years
or over. There is an additional fee to add a spouse. Proof
of age is required in the form of a photo ID.
nAnnY
A nanny (or any caregiver) may be added to your
membership. Nannies will receive a pass that allows
them admission only if accompanied by the children
in his/her care.
A limited number of memberships are available on an annual basis.
BoARd oF dIRecToRs
Winding Trails, Inc. is non-profit 501(C)3 organization
that serves constituents from Farmington and surrounding
communities. It is governed through a twelve member Board
of Directors who are entrusted with the fiscal management
and policy development for the organization. The operation
of the organization is administered under the direction of the
Executive Director, Scott Brown. The organization employs
13 full time staff, approximately 200 seasonal employees and
over 50 volunteers. The current members of the Board of
Directors can be found at www.windingtrails.org and in each
seasonal newsletter.
LooKIng FoR BoARd MeMBeRs
Each year we look for individuals to serve on the Board of
Directors and/or Committees. If you feel you have expertise
in fundraising, legal matters, construction, human resources,
landscaping, engineering, finance, marketing, strategic
planning or other pertinent areas that would be of help to
us, please contact Scott Brown for an application and further
information. Help make a difference in your facility.
oFFIce HouRs/dRoP BoX
The main office is open 8:30am–4:00pm, Monday through
Friday. If you miss the official office hours, you can always use
the convenient Drop Box slot at the office door.
MeMBeRsHIP HAndBooK
WIndIng TRAILs sTAFF
Camp Administrator, Renee Felter, ext. 12
Renee@windingtrails.org
Camp Director, Keith Garbart, ext. 14
Keith@windingtrails.org
Executive Director, Scott Brown CPRP, ext. 18
Scott@windingtrails.org
Education Director, Mark Dale, ext 16
Mark@windingtrails.org
Financial Manager, Patricia Schnee, ext. 19
Pat@windingtrails.org
Membership/Program Administrator,
Kim Cavallari, ext. 10
Kim@windingtrails.org
Outdoor Adventure Director,
Robb Armstrong, ext. 13
Robb@windingtrails.org
Park Naturalist, Judy Witzke, ext. 33
Judy@windingtrails.org
Park Supervisor, Bryan Martin, ext. 21
Bryan@windingtrails.org
Recreation/Rental Coordinator,
Bailey Dailey, ext. 11
Bailey@windingtrails.org
WIndIng TRAILs PHone nuMBeRs
Main Office . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (860) 677-8458
Fax. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (860) 676-9407
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GENERAL INFORMATION
Winding Trails Activities
Throughout the year, Winding Trails offers various programs.
You will be notified of these programs through our seasonal
newsletters, website and emails. Some programs may be opened
to non-members at a higher fee to support the class. Registration
for most programs can be done online on our website. If you
prefer, you can register by mail or in our main office.
Winter Snowball
Winter
Wildlife Demonstrations
C.A.R.E. Ice Fishing Classes
Citizen Science Training
Cross Country Skiing
Youth Programs
Spring
Dinner and a Movie
Arts & Crafts Classes
Drop In Hockey
Basketball
Family Nature Walks
Biking
Family Skate Nights
C.A.R.E. Family Fishing
Classes
Fitness Classes
Holiday Open House
Children’s Fishing Derby
Ice Fishing
Easter Programs
Ice Skating
Climbing Tower Days*
Kid’s Night Out
Family Nature Walks
Moonlight Ski Tours
Fitness Classes
Penguin Plunge for Special
Olympics
Hiking
Fishing
Martial Arts
Kid’s Night Out
Nature Classes
Little Feet Sports
Preschool Activities
Martial Arts
Santa Calls
Mountain Biking
Skating Lessons
Ski Lessons
NORBA Fat Tire Classic
Mountain Bike Race
Winter Day Camp
Playscapes
Outdoor Adventure*
Sledding/Tubing
Soccer
Sailing
Spring Day Camp
Specialty Camps
Softball
Tennis
Touch-A-Truck/Public Safety
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Volleyball
Walking/Jogging
Wildlife Demonstrations
Summer
Aquatic Programs
Archery Lessons
Beach Volleyball
Biking
Boating
Sailing Lessons
Softball
Summer Music Concerts
Summer Day Camp
Swimming
Tennis
Triathlons
Walking
Fall
Arts & Crafts
Basketball
Climbing Tower*
Children’s Activities
Cross Country Invitational
Meet
Discover SCUBA
Haunted Trails
Climbing Tower
Dunning Lake Special Events
Fishing
Hiking
Horseshoes
Last Blast Fireworks
Life Guard Training
Family Movie Night
Outdoor Adventure*
Overnight Camping
Picnicking
Play & Stay
Fitness Classes
Hiking
Kid’s Night Out
Little Feet Sports
Martial Arts
NAT PRO Adventure Race
Nature Hikes
Outdoor Adventure
Preschool Programs
Tennis
Tom Turkey Hunt
Youth Programs
Facilities for Your Enjoyment
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Amphitheater
Archery Range*
Bathhouses
Boathouse
Canoes*
Climbing Tower*
Covered Pavilions
Dunning Lake
Walton Pond
Four Tennis Courts
Four Basketball Courts
Garmany Hall
Hiking Trails
Horseshoe Pits
Kayaks
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Lodge Activities Building
Main Office
Nature’s Porch
One Soccer Field
One Softball Field
One Preschool Area
Outdoor Adventure Course*
Overnight Camping
Paddleboats*
Paddleboards*
Playscapes
Sailboats*
Ski Lodge/Garmany Hall
Tennis Courts
Volleyball Courts
*Staff must be present to use these facilities
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Lodge conFeRence RooM
Looking for a place to rent for your family reunion, company
picnic or child’s birthday? The general public as well as
members of Winding Trails may rent the facility for the day.
Rental facilities include outside covered pavilions, an indoor
hall, conference rooms, activity room and a team building
Challenge Course. Seasonal activities offer swimming, boating,
sports fields, and more. Whether it be a wedding, family
outing, or corporate function, we are the facility for you!
Rentals are separate from membership. The pavilion at the
beach (Roosen’s Roost) is not available for rentals. However,
it is available to Winding Trails members for picnicking on
a first come first serve basis.
Small corporate training groups, meetings and seminars
can be booked in this upstairs room. The Conference Room
seats up to 20 people comfortably. There is counter top space,
a sink, outlets and a banquet table for preparation of coffee,
light breakfasts and lunches. There is a refrigerator available. A
unisex bathroom with shower stall is adjacent to the Conference
Room. The room may be rented for up to an 8-hour period.
coveRed PAvILIons
Each rental group will have its own Pavilion, which is a
roof over picnic tables. Pavilions are equipped with a large
long “Texas Grill” which holds up to 50 lbs of charcoal. Water
and electricity are available. A sports bag will be provided for
you upon arrival. Each bag contains a volleyball, basketball,
football, soccer ball, and frisbee. Horseshoes and bocce balls
are available upon request. Softball equipment is at the field.
You are welcome to bring additional sports equipment as
needed. Covered Pavilions are available May through early
October. Pavilion rentals are not available during the weekday
when our summer camp is in session.
gARMAnY HALL
Ideal for indoor occasions this building holds groups up to 125
people. The hall offers a full service kitchen, rest rooms and a
cozy fireplace complete with firewood during the colder weather.
Folding chairs along with rectangular and round banquet tables
are provided. There is no air-conditioning. Garmany Hall is
available to rent from early April to mid-December.
Lodge AcTIvITY RooM
Looking for a place to hold a child’s birthday party? Winding
Trails’ Lodge may just be the place. The activity room is available
for smaller events. The room has fold-out tables with attached
benches, and one entire wall of countertop, sinks and outlets.
MeMBeRsHIP HAndBooK
ouTdooR AdvenTuRe
What is an Outdoor Adventure? It is a unique, safe, active and
healthy activity for your group. Programs include activities such as
Adventure Challenge Course, which includes Low Ropes Course,
High Ropes Course, a 40 foot Climbing Tower with Zip Line
and Orienteering courses. Our course has over 30 low elements
and 7 high elements. All of our programs can be specifically
designed to fit the goals and expectations of your group. Winding
Trails’ staff can help you design a program to meet your corporate
or school needs. Activities can focus on trust, team building,
communication, diversity, strategic planning, education aspects,
getting to know one another, or just having fun.
oveRnIgHT cAMPIng
Did you know that members of Winding Trails can camp
overnight at the designated camp areas on weekends from
May–October? There is a fire pit, picnic table, grill and a SaniCan all on site. We also keep the camp bathhouse, with hot
showers, open for your convenience. The area is intended for
tents only. Your vehicle will be allowed at the campsite to load
and unload only. No vehicle traffic will be allowed during the
day. Please observe quiet time from 9:00pm–9:00am. Member
families: 15.00 and guests of members pay 20 per family.
nATuRe’s PoRcH
In 2012, Winding Trails opened its new nature and education
center. This building is used by members, summer campers, and
school groups. The 2000 sq ft facility has a huge wraparound
porch, giant fireplace, nature exhibits, and more. It is a certified
Connecticut grown building with the majority of building
materials coming from our own property. Check our newsletter
and website for hours of operation and programs offered.
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GENERAL INFORMATION
rentals, ski instruction, snack bar, and retail shop. If ice skating
is more to your liking, Walton Pond is the place to be. This
8 acre pond was completely renovated in 2011 and is complete
with warming hut and lights. The sportsplex provides over 9
acres of thrilling sledding opportunities.
Cross Country Ski Center
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Three hundred fifty acres of pristine woodland, lakes and
wildlife provide a gorgeous setting for the cross-country ski
center. Established in 1975, the facilities have since undergone
over thirty-eight years of expansion and improvements. The
Winding Trails Cross Country Ski Center offers both the
beginner and experienced skier a high quality, enjoyable
experience. As a member you do not pay the trail fee, but
rental fees do apply if you need to rent skis.
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Winding Trails Summer Day Camp
Are you looking for a special treat for
your child this summer? Winding Trails
Summer Day Camp, established in 1947 is
accredited through the American Camp
Association and licensed with the State
of Connecticut. It was also voted number one summer day
camp in 2013 by Harford magazine. Campers from the ages
of 3–13 can enjoy over twenty different summer activities
from swimming and soccer, to archery and arts and crafts.
The camp is open to the public; however, members get a
discount on the fees. Winding Trails has an extensive summer
of opportunities for your enjoyment. Our full day camp will
promise to bring smiles to your child’s face with activities such
as the challenge course, giant slide, climbing tower, archery,
street hockey, basketball, environmental programs, boating,
swimming, arts and crafts and more. Winding Trails also
offers half-day programs for 3–5 year-olds. Watch as your
child grows socially, physically and emotionally stronger as
the summer proceeds. Enjoy the special bonds created with
our counselors and camp buddies. Brochures are available in
January. Some age groups fill very quickly so don’t let your
child miss out on this golden opportunity.
Winter FUN
Some people love the winter season some don't. At Winding
Trails we welcome what Mother Nature can dish out. Winding
Trails turns into a virtual winter wonderland with activities
such as cross country skiing, snowshoeing, ice skating, sledding,
and ice fishing. Winding Trails is home to the only full service
cross country ski center in the state. The length of our season
is completely weather dependent but we are always hopeful
for a cold white winter. Our ski center has over 200 sets of
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■ Cross Country Skiing – Trails and grooming are the heart
of cross-country enjoyment. Winding Trails’ 20 kilometer
trail system is groomed daily. Skiers find hours of pleasure
traveling through the 380 acres of prime woodland, brooks
and spring fed ponds. The wide, double tracked trails on
gently rolling terrain provide even the first time skier with
a positive and fun experience. The entire Winding Trails
cross-country trail system is completely mapped and marked
with degrees of difficulty.
■ Rental Center – Winding Trails is an authorized Fisher
Demo Center, complete with the latest rental equipment and
updated Nordic gear. With over 200 sets of rental equipment
available (including skating skis), we can accommodate a wide
variety of sizes to ensure all members of the family have the
opportunity to enjoy the sport. Pulk sleds for towing your infant
or toddler are also available for rent.
■ Retail Shop – The retail shop is stocked with the latest
Fisher skis, boots, and poles. We also have other accessories
including waxes, hats and gloves.
■ Ski Lodge – Garmany Hall is transformed into our ski
lodge each winter. Rental equipment and lessons are all offered
here. After your ski you can enjoy a toasty fire and some warm
food from our snack bar. Indoor and outdoor tables invite you
to picnic within the cozy warmth of the lodge or amongst the
crisp scent of frosty pines.
■ Ski School – Our professional instructors will help you
improve your skills and create greater enjoyment from the sport.
Whether you are a novice cross country skier or a veteran, our
experienced staff has the knowledge and understanding to help
you master the techniques utilized in this sport. Group and
private lessons are offered daily.
■ Sledding – Winding Trails provides one of the best sliding
and tubing hills in the area. Located along our soccer and
softball field this 150 ft hill with a slope of 20 degrees provides
thrills and chills. You are welcome to bring your own sled or
rent a tube from our rental area.
■ Ice Skating – Walton Pond is the perfect backdrop for
some old fashion pond skating. This pond is equipped for
night skating along with a cozy warming hut to put your skates
on. Additionally, we have our own homemade zamboni and
resurface the pond on a regular basis.
WINDING TRAILS RECREATION ASSOCIATION
PoLIcIes, RuLes And ReguLATIons
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inding Trails is a unique organization with many programs and
numerous constituents. The Board of Directors has established
the following rules and regulations for the benefit of all members.
Adherence to these guidelines will keep you a member in good standing.
Memberships may be revoked for failure to adhere to these guidelines.
The staff of Winding Trails is responsible for the enforcement of the
rules and regulations.
We are here to enforce these policies for the benefit of all. Please be patient and understanding
as the staff does its job. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us (80) 77-8458 or by email.
PARK HouRs
8:00am – Dusk.
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Please come to a complete stop at the entrance gate.
Stickers must be clearly visible on the driver’s side windshield.
Membership sticker will be scanned and any guest fees will be
collected. To enable your access to the park to run smoothly
and quickly, please help the Gate Attendant by having the
correct guest fees available. Windows on the driver’s side of
the vehicle must be rolled down so gate attendants can speak
to drivers, verify membership, and obtain accurate count of
passengers for our park statistics.
sPeed LIMIT
Speed limit within the park is 20 mph. People use the park
road for walking, running, and biking. There are always many
children and wildlife around the park, so please be aware of
things and drive carefully.
MeMBeRsHIP sTIcKeRs
A copy of your vehicle registration(s) is required to obtain
membership stickers. Please make sure a copy of your
current vehicle registration is on file in the Main Office. All
registrations should show your full name, address and license
plate numbers. Leased vehicles must be accompanied by the
lease agreement indicating you are the lessee or by a letter
from your employer on company letterhead indicating that
you are the responsible party for the vehicle. Membership
will not be activated and stickers will not be released without
proper documentation. All stickers must be affixed to the front,
driver’s side windshield for admission into the park. License
plate numbers will be written on the stickers. Make sure you
apply the sticker to the corresponding vehicle. These stickers
are barcoded and will be your sticker as long as your dues
remain current. There will be a 5.00 fee for the replacement
of a lost sticker. If you purchase a new or used car or repair a
windshield, peel the sticker off with a razor blade and return it
(even if it is in pieces) to the Main Office for a replacement to
avoid the lost sticker charge. When purchasing a new or used
vehicle advise the Main Office as soon as possible and follow
the registration and lease guidelines above. Anyone misusing
stickers will immediately lose all membership privileges and
no refund will be given.
MeMBeRsHIP HAndBooK
guesT PoLIcIes
Each membership is allowed a maximum of six guests
per day (not each member). Larger groups must contact the
so special arrangements can be made. Guests must park
along the road in front of the gatehouse and ride in with the
members. Please be sure your guests pull completely off the
road. Members must accompany their guests into the park
and remain with them throughout the day. Guest fees will be
collected at the gatehouse. Guest fees are as follows: .00 per
adult and 4.00 per child ages 3 to 15. Discount guest books
are available for members to purchase at the gatehouse and in
the . Guest passes are NOT to be handed directly to guests,
but must be turned in at the gate by the member.
PARKIng PoLIcIes
Parking for all members is limited to the parking lots. No
parking is allowed on grassy areas or alongside roadways
(except for the overflow parking area.). Parking along the
road creates visual problems for the camp buses and other
vehicles. Members parking in non-designated parking areas
will be ticketed. Multiple offenders are subject to possible fines,
towing, and/or revocation of membership privileges. Parking
for guests is limited to the roadside before the gatehouse. Please
inform your guests of this policy prior to arrival.
WIndIng TRAILs RecYcLes
Winding Trails has placed recycling containers throughout
the facility. Please be kind to Mother Nature and recycle.
Thank you!
no PeTs
Winding Trails is a wildlife preserve. To protect the
wildlife and each member’s rights, we insist that no dogs or
pets are allowed on the property year-round. Medical dogs
are exempt from this policy.
nAnnIes/Au PAIRs
Members can add a nanny or caregiver to their membership
at any time for a 70 fee. Please contact the for a Nanny
Application. No passes will be issued without a completed
Nanny Application and photo ID. Nannies will not be issued
a car sticker for their vehicles, but will receive a card for entry
into the park with the families’ children. Nannies are not
permitted to use the park on their own.
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PoLIcIes, RuLes And ReguLATIons
BoATIng guIdeLInes
BeAcH RuLes
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All Posted Rules & Regulations are to be followed.
■ Swimming in Dunning Lake opens the first Saturday in
June and is open through Labor Day.
■ Swimming is permitted only in designated areas when
lifeguards are on duty.
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Open water swimming is not permitted.
■ The lifeguards are here to protect everyone. Please respect
their authority and judgment. Keep paths in front of the
lifeguard chairs free of chairs, towels, umbrellas, and beach
toys.
Children are the responsibility of their parents. No child
under the age of twelve is to be left unattended. Please do not
think the job of lifeguarding is that of baby-sitting.
■ All persons renting boats must be at least 8 years old and
have passed level 4 swimming lessons. Boat Attendants have the
right to refuse boat rentals to any person(s) unable to manage
a specific craft.
■ Boats are available for rent at the boathouse daily between
the hours of 11:00am and :00 pm with the last boat into shore
at 7:00pm. Rates are posted at the boat house.
■ Damage to the boats caused by horseplay or operator error
will be charged to the member.
■ Individuals using the boats should not bring any valuables
on to the water. Winding Trails will not be responsible for
damage done to cell phones, car keys, etc.
■ All boaters, whether in Winding Trails boats or their own
must wear lifejackets. If we cannot properly fit your child
in a lifejacket, they will be unable to accompany you in the
boat – No Exceptions!
■ Electric motors not to exceed 5hp are permitted on the lake.
No gas motors are allowed.
■ Launching of boats is allowed only from the provided launch
site across from the Main Office building.
■ No inflatable boats are permitted.
■ Boats are restricted from swimming areas.
■ If you are transporting your boat to Dunning Lake from
another lake, please be sure to wash your boat thoroughly prior
to launch. This will help prevent the spread of weeds and other
organisms from one lake to another. A hose is located on the
side of the office building for your convenience.
■ Failure to follow the posted rules and regulations will result
in forfeiture of your membership.
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Bubbles, water wings, rafts and other floating devices
are prohibited. The safety of your family is important to us.
Bubbles, water wings, rafts, and other floating devices give
a child a false sense of security. It is for this reason that we
do not allow these devices in the lake. Coast guard approved
lifejackets are acceptable but cannot be used to aid a child in
getting to the rafts. Children are allowed to the rafts only if
they are able to make it on their own.
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No alcoholic beverages are permitted in the water.
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Smoking is prohibited from the beach area.
Please do not bring glass containers to the park.
■ Please place trash in the proper receptacles and recycling
bins.
■ Picnic tables and grills are used on a first come first serve
basis. Reserving of tables is not allowed.
■ Baby changing tables are provided in both sides of the
bathhouse and at the playscape. Do not use picnic tables for
this activity. No cloth diapers/pampers are allowed in the
lake. All babies/toddlers must wear swim diapers.
■ Fishing is not permitted on the beach or in swimming
areas.
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BoAT sToRAge
Boats may be stored on the peninsula across from the Main
Office year-round for a fee.
■ All boats are stored at the owner’s risk. Winding Trails
accepts no responsibility for loss or damage.
■ Only one boat can be stored at each boat slip.
■ Stickers will be issued showing the member number and
assigned boat slip. Stickers must be visibly displayed on all
boats. Boats without a sticker will be removed.
■ Registration forms for storage of canoes, rowboats and
sailboats less than 15 feet are available at the Main Office.
■ Fees must be kept up to date. Once you are notified of
delinquent fees the boat will be removed from the peninsula
and not released until all delinquent fees are paid.
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WINDING TRAILS RECREATION ASSOCIATION
PoLIcIes, RuLes And ReguLATIons
FIsHIng RuLes
Members, 1 years of
age and older must have
a valid fishing license.
Children under 1 do not
need a fishing license.
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Please be sure to stick
to posted limits on daily
catches. Anyone with
more than their limit will
have his or her fishing
privileges revoked. Keep
in mind fishing is for all
members. Over fishing only
hurts all fishermen in the end. Please catch and release.
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All boaters operating an electric engine must be registered
with the State of Connecticut and have a valid Safe Boaters
Certificate and have a valid Safe Boaters Certificate.
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No gas engine or inflatable boats.
Members are allowed three trout or bass per day. If you bring
a guest, you and your guests’ limit together cannot exceed the
five trout or bass limit per day.
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Members must pay for their guests either at the gate or in
the main office if gate is unattended.
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Bass Protective Slot Limits: 12"-1" long bass are in a
protective range and must be released. Only one bass over 1"
may be kept each day
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Failure to follow the posted rules and regulations will result
in forfeiture of your membership.
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geneRAL PoLIcIes
■ All vehicles must stop at the gatehouse to scan stickers and
collect guest fees. Membership stickers must be affixed to the
lower left side of your windshield. Stickers not affixed will be
turned into the main office.
■ Walkers/Bikers should use the main gate and will be
permitted in the park only if they can provide identification as
members. The Gate Attendant will verify membership.
Windows on vehicles must be rolled down so gate attendants
can speak to drivers and verify membership.
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■ Each membership is limited to  guests per day at the guest
fees listed below. Larger groups must call the office at (80)
77-8458 so special arrangements can be made.
Guest fees are .00 per adult and 4.00 per child (3 to 15
yrs. old). Discount guest passes may be purchased in advance
from the Main Office or at the gate, by members only.
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■ Guests must park their vehicles outside the gate along the
edge of the entrance roadway.
Members should park in the designated lots and not on the
grass. Parking along the road creates visual problems. Parking
violations will be issued for cars parking in non designated
areas.
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No dogs or other pets are allowed in the park.
MeMBeRsHIP HAndBooK
■ Drive slowly in the park. Speed limit in the park is 20
MPH. Bikers, walkers and wildlife utilize the roadway as
well as the cars.
■ Please dispose of diapers by wrapping in a plastic bag before
putting in the trash receptacles. Use the baby changing stations
and not the picnic tables for changing.
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Toddlers/Babies must wear swim diapers in the lake.
■ Please put trash and recyclables in the proper receptacles.
No glass containers, please.
■ Picnic Tables and Grills are used on a first come first serve
basis. Reserving of tables is not allowed.
PRogRAM And RegIsTRATIon PoLIcIes
PRogRAM RegIsTRATIon
Members will be given a two-week priority for program
registration. However, some programs may be opened to
non-members at a higher fee to support the class.
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Participants will be notified by email if a class is filled
or if the class has been cancelled. Registration for most
programs can be done online on our website. If you prefer,
you can register by mail or in our main office.
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PRogRAM cAnceLLATIon PoLIcY
Winding Trails reserves the right to cancel any program
due to low enrollment. Please register early!
■ Three working days prior to the start date for each program,
a decision will be made to cancel or run the program. If
cancelled, you will be notified by Winding Trails and will
receive a full refund.
■ Winding Trails reserves the right to combine or divide
classes, to change the time, date, and/or location and to
make other revisions in these offerings, which may become
necessary.
■ Every effort will be made to make up classes. However,
activities cancelled due to circumstances beyond the control
of Winding Trails that cannot be made up may not be
refunded.
ReFund PoLIcY
Winding Trails has multiple programs and specific policies
for major programs such as camp and rentals. Please check
website for details on these programs. The following refund
policies are for our general programs and special events.
■ Full refunds will be given when requested up to one (1)
week prior to the start of the program.
■ Once the decision has been made to run a particular
program, no refund will be given unless Winding Trails can
find a substitute, or there is a medical emergency.
■ Absolutely no refunds will be given for any attended
portion of a program.
■ There will be no cash refunds. Allow two (2) to four (4)
weeks to process a refund.
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A . fee will be assessed for ALL bounced checks!
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Winding Trails, Inc.
50 Winding Trails Drive
Farmington, CT 0032
(80) 77-8458 FAX (80) 7-9407
www.windingtrails.org
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Organization
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Hartford, CT
Permit #751
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