Amherst Recreation Department

05/30/2026

We love to celebrate Mom’s! The Amherst Lacrosse teams did a fantastic job on Mother’s Day celebrating and honoring their mothers. Thank you to all the amazing moms for your support, encouragement, and countless hours cheering from the sidelines. We appreciate everything you do for our players and program!

05/30/2026

Tonight's game between the Amherst Nationals and Amherst Giants minor league teams was outstanding. The teams are battling it out in the championship to secure a position in the Quad Town Playoffs.

05/29/2026

A huge thank you to Anchor Stump Service for sponsoring one of our amazing T-ball teams this season! Your support and dedication to our program are truly appreciated. Because of generous community sponsors like you, our players are able to enjoy a fun and memorable season. Thank you for supporting Amherst Parks & Recreation and our young athletes!

05/27/2026

A huge shoutout to Industrial Marketing for sponsoring one of our baseball teams this season!

Your support and dedication to our program is truly appreciated. Thank you for helping make this season such a positive experience for our players and families. We are grateful for your partnership and continued support of Amherst Parks & Recreation!

05/27/2026

BABOOSIC BEACH AREA IS CLOSED
JUNE 1-10, 2026

The Baboosic Lake Association, though its contractor, Solitude Lake Management, is planning an application of aluminum sulfate (alum) to Baboosic Lake. The purpose of this treatment is to improve water quality, reduce nutrients (phosphorus), and control algal blooms. We anticipate the public beach area will be restricted during the treatment dates as it will be used for the staging area for the treatment barge to refill its tanks. Treatment

Schedule The application is currently scheduled to take place between 6/1/2026 and 6/10/2026 approximately, weather permitting.

What to Expect
• Safety: Alum binds with phosphorus, creating a flocculent that settles to the bottom, which is a safe, proven method to reduce algae.
• Water Usage: All recreational activities on, in, or from the waterbody are PROHIBITED during all periods of chemical treatment associated with this permit. Further, swimming in and water withdrawal from Baboosic Lake are prohibited for 24-hours following each day of chemical treatment as it relates to this permit. (currently not anticipated for the weekend of 6/6 & 6/7/2026).
• Appearance: You may see a barge-like applicator boat operating in the specified areas. The treatment may cause a temporary increase in water clarity.

More Information
For a detailed map of the treatment areas, safety data sheets (SDS), or to ask questions about the project, please visit https://www.baboosiclake.com/ or contact Obadiah Dart at [email protected] or 857-753-1176.

We are committed to maintaining a healthy ecosystem for Baboosic Lake and appreciate your cooperation.

05/26/2026

A huge shoutout to Hamblett & Kerrigan for sponsoring one of our amazing baseball teams this season! Your support of our program and community is truly appreciated, and we are so grateful for your partnership this season.

05/24/2026

Summer is almost here! New and returning programs! Grab your Baboosic Beach Pass and enjoy the sun!

Email from Amherst Recreation Department     Summer 2026 Amherst Recreation Program Highlight       Click a flyer to visit the information and registration page!   Youth Programs Adult Programs   Ad

05/24/2026

05/23/2026

New Older Adult Program Starting in July! 🌟

Join us for a three-week balance and wellness program focused on healthy aging. Gaining and maintaining your balance is crucial as we age — helping reduce the risk of falls and injuries while supporting overall health, confidence, and independence.

This fun and supportive program will focus on improving strength, stability, and mobility while helping you stay active and healthy. We look forward to seeing you there!

click here for more info and to register. https://amherstnh.recdesk.com/Community/Program/Detail?programId=206