Recreation

We actively fund recreation programs that engage local youth, teens, and families alike. These programs educate people about the Catskill Mountains, the forests, and the watershed. We are proud to have sponsored initiatives such as WAJ Ski Tuesday, the enhancements at CD Lane Park, CD Lane Park Sandcastle Contest, the Windham World Cup Bike Festival and the Windham Path. Additional local recreational funding included: Little League scoreboard, Yankee Stadium field trips, playground and sports Equipment for WAJ tennis courts upkeep, and uniforms for mountain bike and soccer teams

CD Lane Fall Fest Success

Windham Foundation, in cooperation with the Town of Windham and the Windham Chamber of Commerce, sponsored the CD Lane Fall Fest on Saturday, October 10, 2020.

“Nature out-performed herself and we couldn’t have been happier,” said Phyllis Parrish, Windham Foundation Board member. “Most of all, the Fall Fest was a family day where families spent time together outdoors, having fun.”

The Fall Fest was a great success and attracted families of all ages and sizes. People brought picnic lunches, played basketball, hiked the newly restored footpaths, and soaked up fresh air and sunshine while listening to “Steel” and “Four 26.” Some attendees noted they had been watching the new developments to CD Lane Park over the summer. “It’s truly amazing what’s been done to preserve the park,” noted one enthusiast who frequently jogs to CD Lane Park.

We are grateful for everyone who donated to make this day possible! “It’s just the beginning,” said Peter Shapiro, who helped spearhead the CD Lane enhancement project. “While more donations will be needed to fund all of the initiatives, it was a remarkable day for our town and community.”

WAJ Ski Tuesday

Windham Foundation has supported the WAJ Ski Tuesday Program. We look forward to seeing these young skiers and riders develop their skills and foster a desire to continue the joy of being on snow!

Sandcastles & Sunshowers at CD Lane Park

In celebration of the Fourth of July holiday weekend, the town of Windham and

Windham Foundation hosted the annual

Stars & Stripes Sandcastle Contest

at CD Lane Park to celebrate The Fourth of July!

Windham Town Supervisor Thomas Hoyt shared,

“This event is all about families coming out to have fun.”

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Most Unique! “Stanley” “Stanley the cowboy-booted bald eagle, was drawn from the sand by Mathew Morris, Owen Pellettier, Harrisn Smith, Jack Pellettier, and Payton Dempsey (Left to Right)

Most Patriotic! “Good “Ol USA” Good ‘ol USA on “Independence Day” (divided by the Mississippi River with Texas near the west shore and Florida on the far right), created by brothers Marcel (left) and Bryson Rusin.

Most Creative “Barbie Pool” “Barbie Pool” was hand dug by Eloise Calcagni (left), and Fleix Merahn.

Windham Little League

The Windham Foundation provided funds for the Little League sign. Grants were also provided for children and their parents for trips to Cooperstown and NY Yankee games.