106. Nett–Hyannis Sprint I And Ii
City: Cape Cod, MA
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (508) 224-3601
Description: Start the season fast at Cape Cod’s longest-established triathlon in early June. Staged from beautiful Craigville Beach, this is the ideal race for athletes of every ability. It begins with a 0.25-mile ocean swim in Nantucket Sound, continues as a scenic 10-mile bike loop through Centerville and Osterville, and ends with a 3.5-mile run through the quiet neighborhoods of Centerville Village. Sprint I is held in mid-June, and Sprint II takes place in early Sept. The entry fee is $50 for those ages 10 to 17; the pro fee is $65; it’s also $65 for those older than 18.
107. Cape Cod Senior Softball Classic
City: Cape Cod, MA
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (508) 255-8206
Description: For a special treat, check out the Cape Cod Old Timers League in the Mid- and Lower Cape towns. The season runs from late May to the Tuesday before Labor Day. The league wraps up with the annual Cape Cod Senior Softball Classic, a three-day tournament in early Sept. This event features surprisingly entertaining softball from players 55 years and older. Teams come from as far away as Connecticut and New Hampshire, and there are divisions for 65 and 70-plus.
108. Cape Cod Community College Open
City: Cape Cod, MA
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (508) 375-4015
Description: Held over a two-week period in early July, this tennis tournament at the college features men’s and women’s singles and doubles matches. Junior and adult divisions are based on age, not experience. Matches typically take place between Wed and Sun over the two-week period.
109. Mid-Cape Open
City: Cape Cod, MA
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (508) 394-3511
Description: These matches take place over a two-week period in late July and early Aug at various locations around the Cape and feature singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. Semifinals and finals are held at the Mid-Cape Racquet Club. The Open is great fun for competitive as well as club players. There are divisions for all ages and skill levels.
110. Lower Cape Open
City: Cape Cod, MA
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (508) 240-3785
Description: In this Aug tournament, players younger than 11 to older than 70 battle it out in junior, men’s, women’s, and seniors’ divisions at Willy’s Gym in Orleans and on private courts located throughout Orleans. Highly competitive tennis buffs come from all over New England representing college level through ranked adults. There are singles and doubles (men’s, ladies’, and mixed) competitions.
111. Provincetown Tennis Club July 4Th Invitational
City: Cape Cod, MA
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (508) 487-9574
Description: Started more than 20 years ago as a tournament for local year-rounders, the tournament has expanded to include seasonal residents as well as players from outside Provincetown. The fun begins in mid-June with men’s and women’s singles, doubles, and mixed doubles, culminating in the finals held on the July 4 weekend.
112. Ryan Family Amusements
City: Cape Cod, MA
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (508) 394-5644
Description: A very busy recreational hotspot, this Ryan Family Amusements Center has both tenpin and candlepin lanes, a pro shop, and a game room. This facility also hosts leagues and birthday parties.
113. Orleans Bowling Center
City: Cape Cod, MA
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (508) 255-0636
Description: With 14 lanes, this is an all-candlepin bowling center. Even during league events, there are lanes available for the public. Weekend nights are popular for families.
114. Haland Stables
City: Cape Cod, MA
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (508) 540-2552
Description: Located in West Falmouth, Haland Stables provides a guided trail ride through pine woods and cranberry bogs. Only walking and trotting are allowed on the trails, and all riding is English style. Appointments are required, and both private and group lessons are offered.
115. Nickerson State Park
City: Cape Cod, MA
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (508) 896-3491
Description: The park has one marked bridle trail and a network of other trails. There is no fee to ride.
116. Punkhorn Parklands
City: Cape Cod, MA
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (508) 896-3701
Description: This maze of scenic trails lends itself perfectly to horseback riding, and there’s no charge to ride here. Many of the trails are ancient cart paths still wide enough to ride two abreast, so you can chat with your riding buddies.
117. Massachusetts Maritime Academy
City: Cape Cod, MA
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (508) 564-5690
Description: Massachusetts Maritime Academy has beginner swimming lessons, lap swimming, competitive swimming, a masters group, and water polo for all ages. And a big plus: Their pool has a giant waterslide.
118. Provincetown Gym
City: Cape Cod, MA
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (508) 487-2776
Description: This club features complete free weights and cardiovascular equipment, classes, and some of the best trainers around. Nonmembers are welcome for a daily or monthly fee.
119. Kings Grant Racquet Club
City: Cape Cod, MA
Category: Parks & Recreation
Telephone: (508) 428-5744
Description: An expert professional staff maintains the six clay courts and one hard court. This club, which offers a pro shop and clinics, is open seasonally from early May through Columbus Day.