About Us
The Frederick County Senior Recreation Council (SRC) is a group of seniors who get together to promote wellness offering activities for mind and body to Frederick County (MD) residents who are 50 years and older. The SRC is a non-profit volunteer organization operating under the Frederick County Division of Parks and Recreation.
The SRC was formed in 1994 by a few Frederick County Seniors, and after more than 25 years we have over 400 members.
We offer a variety of regular programs and activities. Some are conducted year round and others are seasonal. Any Frederick County resident age 50 or older may join by registering.
Activities
Basketball
Held at the Walkersville Recreation center on Tuesday evenings from November through April. We meet from 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Call Adrian at 301-662-6623.
Bicycling
We meet in Frederick and then head out of town to rail trails, the C&O Towpath, battlefields, and other parks and byways. Trails are off road and many are paved. We ride from April into November, usually every other Thursday. Contact Kathy at 301-606-0064.
Bocce
Bocce courts are currently under construction. Meanwhile people may play with the Frederick Bocce Club. Contact Terri Baker at 301-508-0283 or cyclechick54@outlook.com for more information.
Book Groups
We have two book groups that meet monthly.
The Taney Book Group meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. at the Frederick Senior Center on Taney Avenue. Call Mary Ann at 301-662-6199.
The Talley Book Group normally meets on the third Monday of each month at 10:15 at the William R. Talley recreation Center on the corner of Second and Bentz Street. We are currently meeting via Zoom. Contact Jane at 501-658-8680 or janehufstedler@gmail.com.
Bridge Groups
Tuesday Bridge meets at Creekside at Taskers Chance Senior Apartments each Tuesday from 8:45 a.m. – noon. Contact Pat at 240-651-5651 or patanncaro@gmail.com
Thursday Bridge is held at the Spring Ridge Senior Apartments on Thursdays from 1-4. Contact Judy at 336-662-2889 .
Duckpin Bowling
Our Duckpin bowling group meets on Thursday afternoons from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Walkersville Bowling Center. The cost is less than $3 per game. We always welcome new bowlers. You may reach Gerry at 240-651-1865.
Golden Tones Senior Chorus
The Golden Tones practice at the Frederick Senior Center on Taney Avenue each Monday at 1:30 p.m. Each week we perform at one of the nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or a senior center in Frederick County. Our repertoire includes show tunes, popular standards, and familiar tunes that audiences remember from past years. Contact Mary Ann at 301-371-7533.
Exercise
Held Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at the William R. Talley Recreation Center on the corner of Second and Bentz Street. We start at 9:00 a.m., but participants should arrive at 8:50 to sign in and pay the fee of $2. Masks are required when entering and exiting the building but not during class. Call Sally at 301-906-1296.
Easy Hikes
Our easy hikes are from 3 to 6 miles on terrain with good footing and little or no elevation change. The pace is adjusted to the speed of the group. We hike on Tuesdays from April-June and September-October (weather permitting). Contact Mike at 301-606-4304.
Moderate Hikes
These hikes are for more advanced hikers. They are 5-7 miles in length on uneven ground and hills. To join us on moderate hikes you must first participate in an easy hike. Like the easy hikes we hike from April-June and September-October (weather permitting). Easy hikes and moderate hikes are on alternate Tuesdays. Call Ray at 301-662-6315.
Softball
We play softball at Pinecliff Park from April through September. We practice on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. Games begin in May and are held on Fridays at 6:30 & 8:30 p.m. This SRC activity is open to women over 40 and men over 50. Call Adrian at 301-662-6623.
Other Resources for Seniors
Frederick News-Post Senior Living
Information about current SRC programs and activities can be found in the Senior Living section of the Frederick News-Post.