Discover Christoper Creek
Christopher Creek Cabin's
Area Activities
Christopher Creek offers residents and visitors a variety of outdoor activities in beautiful surroundings year-round. With hundreds of miles of trails, Christopher Creek is a perfect place to ride, walk and explore the wild.
Hiking Trails
Woods Canyon Lake
Outdoor enthusiasts of all types including anglers, boaters, hikers, families, and photographers will find Woods Canyon Lake to be a great getaway. The lake also provides a great rental store for all your adventure needs and ice cream on the way out!
Willow Springs Lake
Black Canyon Lake
Much like the other lakes listed above this lake is a scenic treat in the middle of the Pines. Due to a fire in the area several years ago the area has lost many trees but still remains beautiful. Black Canyon Lake is only permitted for day use at this time.
Tonto Natural Bridge
The largest natural travertine in the world resides just north of Payson. The bridge stands 183 feet high over a 400-foot long tunnel that measures 150 feet at its widest point. There are three hiking trails, a picnic area, and a group use area.
Mogollon Rim Road
30 miles north of Payson. Over 7,000 feet in elevation, the rim is a 200-mile long mountain plateau. This scenic drive follows the rim 45 miles east to Highway 260. Vista points along the way provide an awesome view of the Tonto National Forest below. Fishing in the lakes along the way; picnicking, camping, boating, hiking and wildlife viewing make this an unforgettable trip.
Railroad to Nowhere
Take Forest Road 300 and stop at the head of the East Verde River. A monument to the Battle of Big Dry Wash marks the spot, along with a sign pointing to General Springs. Follow switchback trail down into the canyon, and the tunnel is hidden up to your left in a side canyon. This is a difficult hike.
Bruzzi Vineyard
Rim Vistor Center
East on Highway 260. Information on camping, fishing, hiking, hunting, cross country skiing, etc. Don’t miss the view from the deck!
Local Lakes
Woods Canyon Lake
Outdoor enthusiasts of all types including anglers, boaters, hikers, families, and photographers will find Woods Canyon Lake to be a great getaway. The lake also provides a great rental store for all your adventure needs and ice cream on the way out!
Willow Springs Lake
Black Canyon Lake
Much like the other lakes listed above this lake is a scenic treat in the middle of the Pines. Due to a fire in the area several years ago the area has lost many trees but still remains beautiful. Black Canyon Lake is only permitted for day use at this time.
Fishing & Wildlife
What are the age group cut off dates?
The age group cut off date is:
Can I play up an age group with my friends?
Bullits Basketball Club encourages players to play in their age group wherever possible.
How do I buy a Bullits singlet?
Reversible playing singlets are available for purchase direct through our online shop at a cost of $60.00. All new players are required to purchase a singlet.
Where do I buy Bullits shorts?
Bullits shorts can be purchased direct from the club via our online shop at a cost of $45.00.
What are the fees to play with Bullits?
The current registration fee is $285 for a season. $275 Bullits registration fee and $10 Southern Basketball Association fee. A Basketball Victoria fee of $25 for juniors and $37 for seniors is due once a year (covering two consecutive domestic seasons). Note the BV is a compulsory fee for all players in Victoria, payable every 12 months.
I coach my child’s team, is there a coach concession?
Parents who coach their son/daughter's team will receive a $100 reduction in fees.
What is the cost of entry into the stadium?
Under 18 years entry to the stadium is FREE. 18 years and over can pay $4 casual entry fee or purchase a Membership Entry Card online at the SBA website for $25. This pass gives unlimited entry to the stadium for one season excluding finals games.
What day does each age group play?
What are the game times?
On weekdays games are generally played at: 4.15pm, 5.00pm, 5.45pm, 6.30pm, 7.15pm, 8.00pm, 8.45pm (if required).
Where are games played?
The main stadium is in Tulip St, Cheltenham. Games are also played at Cheltenham Secondary College, Mentone Girls Secondary College, Mentone Grammar and Parkdale Secondary College.
Do games run over the school holidays?
No. Games run throughout the school term.
Where do I access the game fixture?
Game times, days and venues can be found on www.southernbasketball.com.au under “Domestic Competitions” - “Fixtures”. You can access the page here.
How many players should be in a team?
A team needs 5 players on the court and 2 or 3 players on the bench. Club policy is teams have up to 8 players. It is up to the individual teams if they wish to register with 9 players. When determining team size, consideration should be given as to whether players are involved in any other sports that may clash with basketball games (e.g. football in the winter season).
How many games can I fill in for a team in a higher grade in the same age group?
Maximum 2 games.
How many games can I fill in for a team in a higher age group?
There is no limit. However if you play more than 3 games you would have to register and pay fees to play in the team.
Does Bullits grade teams?
Bullits is primarily a friendship based club but on request we will grade players or teams.
I have never scored before, where can I get information?
Scoring instructions are available at: https://basketballvictoria.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/PHQ-ElectronicScoring-200120-2.pdf
Where do Bullits teams’ train?
Junior teams train in the school stadium at Sandringham East Primary School (Holloway Road) and the hall at Sandringham Secondary College on Bluff Rd (enter via Lawson Pde).
Do I need to provide a coach for a team?
Teams are encouraged to source their own coach. Parents who coach their son/daughter’s team will receive a $100 discount on fees. If teams are unable to source their own coach, the club will endeavour to find that team a coach. Please note this is not guaranteed. If successful, the team is required to pay a $150 Junior Coach Levy that will contribute towards the payment the coach receives at the end of the season. The club provides trainers at training sessions at Sandringham East Primary School and Sandringham Secondary College to help run training sessions. Each trainer is a Level 1 Basketball Coach and can be used as a mentor for some ideas or run the whole session each week.
Do Bullits teams have to train each week?
Teams can elect to play games and not train. A reduced registration fee is available for those teams electing to forgo a weekly training slot.
What is the heat policy for games and training?
