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A Guide to the Aspen Recreation Center

While the Aspen Recreation Center closes just before 9pm, there is quite a bit of enjoyment to be had here after a day on the slopes. If you get there right after leaving the slopes, and eat a late dinner - after the center closes - you will have plenty of time to enjoy what the ARC has to offer.

The climbing walls at the center are the biggest attraction. The ARC features approximately 3100 feet of climbing walls for your enjoyment. There is also a 3-D climbing tower with more than 25 routes and four auto belays.

Another nice feature at the Aspen Recreation Center is the pool area. The James E. Moore Pool area features two pools. One pool is 25 yards in length and features six lanes, while the other pool is for recreation and has a two story slide, a lazy river, and spray features. You will also find a dry sauna, a steam room, and hot tubs in the pool area.

The Lewis Ice Arena is also located at the Aspen Recreation Center. Completed in the Spring of 2003, the arena features an NHL regulation size skating surface, grandstand seating for 450, a skate shop, locker rooms, and shower rooms. Public skating, skating lessons, figure skating, youth and adult hockey, and skating shows are available. You can also host private parties at the arena. High altitude training is also offered here.

You will also find cardio and weight rooms at the center, and many fitness classes are also offered. The Aspen Recreation Center hosts many off-site activities in the Aspen area as well, such as golf, tennis, climbing, aquatics, sailing, skateboarding, ceramics classes, baseball, softball, soccer, hockey, and various camps.

Babysitting services are available at the center as well. This place is a great way to wrap up a day of activity and wind down before your evening meal. Again, the Aspen Recreation Center closes just before 9pm, so make sure you head there right after leaving the slopes for the day.

Admission for guests is $13 for youths and $15 for adults. Admission includes access to the climbing towers, swimming pool area, ice skating rink, weight room, cardio room, adult fitness classes, water aerobics, climbing wall and playhouse, and tennis courts. The Aspen Recreation Center is a great place for every member of the family. Call ahead to find out about any planned events that are going on for even more entertainment options.

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And the Winner Is…

MARSHFIELD, MASSACHUSETTS... They say a picture is worth one thousand words. For Tess Webster, of Marshfield, “Rexhame Beach,” her design using surfboards and shark tales beat out hundreds of other words and slogans to take first prize in Pre-Game Sports’s t-shirt slogan contest.

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“Based on the popularity of our ‘Welcome to Marsh Vegas’ shirts, we initially thought this contest would result in another catchy slogan. Ms. Webster’s design really captured the spirit of our town and that’s why we selected it as the winner,” said Lisa Seyffert, co-owner of Pre-Game Sports.

In addition to Marshfield-centric shirts, Pre-Game offers screen-printing and embroidery services for local sports teams and companies. Pre-Game has a “no order is too large or small” policy, which is evident in the range of customers who take advantage of this service—from Clean Harbors Environmental Services to local swimming clubs to family reunions.

With more than 4,000 square feet of space, Pre-Game Sports carries full lines of equipment and accessories for all the major sports—football, baseball, soccer, as well as up-and-coming lacrosse for girls and boys. Pre-Game also carries fan gear for all the Boston sports teams and offers skate-sharpening services for the hockey and figure skating crowd.

Pre-Game Sports is an active member of the Marshfield Chamber of Commerce and heavily involved with youth organizations in the Town of Marshfield, like the Marshfield Boys & Girls Club and the Coastal Stars youth hockey program.

Located next to the Star Market at 26 Snow Road in Webster Square, Pre-Game Sports’ store hours are Monday through Thursday, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m; Saturday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you have any questions about Pre-Game Sports’ products or services, you can visit them online at www.pre-gamesports.com or call the store directly at (781) 834-2747.

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