Question:

Where are the best places to go for sports and recreation?

Catoctin Mountain National Park

The Catoctin Mountain National Park is one of the best places for hiking and other recreational activities. The Park provides twenty-three hiking trails and two facilities for seasonal and year-round camping.

Baseball & Softball Leagues & Groups

Here's a list of Baseball & Softball Leagues & Groups in the Frederick area for people of all ages. Check out
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Or simply click on the "Articles" icon at Frederick-Tips for this article and many other informational facts about the Frederick area.

Deer Crossing Recreation Center

The Deer Crossing Recreation Center, just past New Market, near Frederick, has an indoor recreation room and gymnasium that is often used for school activities.

Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club

Founded in 1975, the Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club (FSRC) provides recreational and competitive running opportunities in Frederick County. Membership is open to runners of all ages and abilities. The Club offers education and training as well as friendly competition to promote personal health and fitness through numerous activities.

Visit their website: http://www.steeplechasers.org

Bowling Centers & Leagues

There are two great places to bowl in Frederick that also offer a variety of leagues to join.

Terrace Lanes Tenpin Center is located at 12 W. College Terrace , Frederick. Phone: 301-662-2777

Village Lanes are located at East Street in the Monocacy Village Shopping Center , Frederick. Phone: 301-662-1442

Car Clubs

Here's a handy list of Car Clubs located in the Frederick area. connect at....
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Car Clubs

Their are numerous car clubs in the Frederick area for the automotive enthusiast. For a handy list of clubs just click on the "MY ARTICLES" icon at http://frederick.lifetips.com and read or print "Car Clubs."

Frederick Pedalers Bike Club

Some of the best cycling in the country is offered by Frederick Pedalers Bicycle Club, Frederick, Maryland. A non-profit club. Rides for all classes are available in the Frederick County area. For more information on the club visit their website at... http://www.frederickpedalers.org or call 301-694-9090

The Department of Parks and Recreation

The Department of Parks and Recreation offers this website with info on Park Development and Community Grants, Current and proposed park acquisition, Planning and development projects, Community grant program information. Volunteers and Friends of Park and Recreation

Do you have an interest in promoting recreation in your community? Come and join a recreation council! Information on cost of programs, tours, shelters, ballfields, etc. Call 301-694-1646 or visit their website at ...
http://www.co.frederick.md.us/govt/parks/Index.htm

Kart Connection Plus

Kart Connection Plus is located at 5711 Industry Lane, #39 in Frederick. They are suppliers for over 50,000 parts online for kart racers. Call (301) 620-7501.

Visit their website today! http://www.kcplus.com

Bowlers' Choice Pro Shop

The Bowlers' Choice Pro Shop is located at 5581 Butterfly Lane in Frederick. Check out their website where you can shop online, get bowling tips, and see their latest specials. http://www.bowlcenter.com

Local Sports Groups

Here is a handy list of local sports groups.

Adult Volleyball League 301-694-1492

Frederick Horseshoe
Pitchers Association 301-695-2633, ext. 6363

Frederick Pedalers Bike Club 301-698-9090

Frederick Ski Club 301-695-2633 ext.6447

Frederick Steeplechasers
Running Club 301-662-8768

Middletown Valley Hunt Club 301-371-5325

Ocean Rovers Scuba Club 301-663-9363

Ultimate Frisbee League of Frederick 301-845-2215

Worthington Manor Golf Club

Worthington Manor Golf Club is intelligently carved from Maryland's countryside, this magnificent 18-hole, 7000 yard, Ault-Clark Signature Course features lush bentgrass from tee to green. Worthington Manor has received rave reviews, such as "One Of The Middle Atlantic's 100 Best Public Courses" and "One of prolific Ault, Clark & Associates' best." - The Washington Golf Monthly, March 1999. In addition to
excellent reviews, the course has been host to the local 1999 & 2000 U.S. Open Qualifier. Located near Frederick in Urbana, Maryland. Phone: 301-874-5400

Worthington Manor Golf Club- 8329 Fingerboard Road
Urbana, Maryland 21704

Pinecliff Park

Pinecliff Park, off Reich's Ford Road in Frederick, has an A-frame building and pavilions for rent, which overlook the winding Monocacy River. There is also ice-skating and a sled run there.

Billiards & Bowling

There are two active bowling lanes in Frederick.

Terrace Lanes Tenpin Center is located at 12 W. College Terrace in Frederick. Phone: 301-662-2777

Village Lanes is located at East Street in the Monocacy Village Shopping Center in Frederick. Phone: 301-662-1442

For shooting a game of pool, Frederick offers Champion Billiards, located on Route 40 West in the Westridge Square Shopping Center. Phone: 301-662-1200

CUSTOM CLUBS OF FREDERICK

CUSTOM CLUBS OF FREDERICK is a full service Golf Club Repair and Custom Clubmaking Shop, located at 7706 St. George Place in Ijamsville, Maryland.

Phone: 301-865-6030 or visit their website...
http://www.customclubsoffrederick.com/

The Frederick Keys

The Frederick Keys Baseball Team is the single-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles. From Spring to Fall you can enjoy a great game at an affordable price. The Keys home games are held at Harry Grove Stadium in Frederick.

For more information call 301-662-0088 or visit their website www.frederickkeys.com.

Frederick Trailheads

Here's a great online group sponsored by Yahoo!

Join the Frederick Trailheads!
http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Frederick_Trailheads

Frederick Maryland Area Backpackers and Hikers. For all those in the area that enjoy spending the day (or more) outdoors on Local and surrounding area trails.

Area Golf Courses

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75-80 Dragway

75-80 Dragway offers a full range of drag racing activities. NHRA sanctioned and located in the heart of Frederick County, Maryland, 75-80 Dragway has enjoyed 39 years of business.

Visit their website at....http://www.7580dragway.com

Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club

Founded in 1975, the Frederick Steeplechasers Running Club (FSRC) provides recreational and competitive running opportunities in Frederick County. Membership is open to runners of all ages and abilities. The Club offers education and training as well as friendly competition to promote personal health and fitness through numerous activities.

Visit their website at http://www.steeplechasers.org/

Horsing Around

Here are a few groups for horseback lovers...

Heritage Equestrian Association 8203 Buchanan Drive, Walkersville, MD. Phone: 301-898-9035

Horseland USA is located at 1517 West Patrick Street , Frederick. Phone: 301-698-0394 or visit their website... http://www.horselandusa.com

Spring Ridge Horse Center is located at 2700 Roderick Road , Frederick. Phone: 301-874-2000

Champion Billiards

Champion Billiards is a great place to shoot a few games of pool. They are located on Route 40 West in the Westridge Square Shopping Center in Frederick. Phone: 301-662-1200

Frederick Putt-Putt Golf & Games

Frederick Putt-Putt Golf & Games located at 192 Thomas Johnson Drive in Frederick is a fun place for kids and adults. Fun activities include putt-putt golf, laser tag and an arcade. They cater birthday parties and offer group rates.

You can call 301-694-0020 or visit their website at http://www.frederickputtputt.com/ where you can print your own money saving coupons.

Bowlers' Choice Pro Shop

The Bowlers' Choice Pro Shop located at 5581 Butterfly Lane in Frederick, has a great website offering Online Shopping, Bowling Tips and specials. Check it out at...
http://www.bowlcenter.com/
Or call (301) 695-6583

State Parks Information

Here's a handy list of websites and phone numbers you can print out for later reference.

C & O Canal National Park http://www.nps.gov/cocn/

Appalachian Trail Conference http://www.nps.gov/aptr/

Gambrill State Park 8602 Gambrill Park Road
Frederick (301) 791-4767

Greenbrier State Park 21843 National Pike
Boonsboro, MD (301) 791-4767

Loys Station Covered Bridge & Park http://www.frederickcounty.com/coveredbridges/LoysStation1.htm

Cunningham Falls State Park 14309 Hollow Road
Thurmont, MD 21788 (301) 271-7574

Catoctin Mountain National Park http://www.nps.gov/cato/home.htm

The Fountain Rock Park and Nature Center

The Fountain Rock Park and Nature Center features nature programs, birthday parties, and special events, at historic Fountain Rock Park where nature goes wild. Visit this site at …
http://www.co.frederick.md.us/govt/parks/Index.htm

Cunningham Falls State Park

Cunningham Falls State Park features several scenic trails, a beautiful 78-foot waterfall and a 42-acre lake. Enjoy a picnic by the lake, a hike to the refreshing falls or a relaxing nature walk. Cunningham Falls State Park is located off of Route 15 in Thurmont at 14039 Catoctin Hollow Rd.
For more information call 301-271-7574.