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Welcome to Dickinson Parks & Recreation
Endless
Possibilities
Here at Dickinson Parks and Recreation we focus on bringing the community together by providing endless amounts of programs, events and places for people to recreate.
You'll find first class parks, facilities, trails & programs.
Parks & Trails
Choose your Adventure
Dickinson Park District owns 1,763 acres of parkland and green space which is comprised of 31 developed parks, 9 future park areas, and pedestrian trails. The Park District also manages 14 facilities that can be seen throughout the website. If there’s something you don’t find, please feel free to let us know.
Overview
Explore & Discover
Endless Possibilities
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Canoeing Section
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Tree top challenge
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Zip line
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Tree climbing
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Canoeing
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Leaders go Free
Testimonials
Safe, fun and
exciting
Awesome trails that are in perfect condition. Everyone always says there is nothing to do in Dickinson. If you want to, you WILL find stuff to do. Love it here. Best town to raise the family.
Elena Stickel
Clean, awesome pool and workout facilities!
Angela Connolly
Programs
Over 20 Programs
to Explore
Kids Zone
NEW PROGRAM! Use this class while you wait for your next program!
Each day we will have organized activities, time for open play on the basketball courts, a place to draw and color, and outdoor activities. This is a great way to wait for your next program and socialize with others.
- 5-16
- Jun 3-27; Jul 8-Aug 1
- M-Th
CSI Investigation
NEW PROGRAM! Ever wanted to become a crime scene investigator? Now is your chance! In partnership with the Dickinson Police Department, we'll talk about difference aspects of CSI such as collecting evidence, dusting for fingerprints, and more!
Our conversations in class will revolve around evidence collection and an activity of discovering who stole the gold.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Ages 10-18
- Registration Deadline is Wednesday prior to session
- June 10-13
- July 22-25
- Mon-Thu
Creative Connection
NEW PROGRAM! Do you like building with your hands? If yes, this is the perfect class for you! During our four days together, we'll put together two different remote control kits. At the end of the session, you can take your builds home with you.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Ages 10-18
- Registration Deadlines: Session 1 - June 12; Session 2 - July 3
- June 17-20
- July 8-11
- Mon-Thu
T-Ball
Intro to T-Ball (4 yr old)
Learn the fundamentals of base running, catching and throwing (without gloves) and proper batting stance/grip. No glove required. REQUIREMENTS:- Fee is $12
- Must be age 4 by last day of program.
- Registration deadline is July 11.
T-Ball (5-6 yr old)
Players ages 5-6 will be introduced to the basic skills of throwing, catching, hitting, and running the bases. Participants will hit off the batting tee for entire program. REQUIREMENTS:- Fee is $40
- Must be 5-6 years as of last day of program.
- Baseball glove required.
- Registration deadline is July 8.
- July 11-Aug 8 (Thurs)
- July 8-Aug 7 (M, Tu, W)
- 4:00-4:55 pm
Tennis Lessons (Summer)
In this introductory program, participants will experience the basic fundamental skills associated with the game of tennis in a fun, non-competitive environment.
SESSION 1: June 3-26
- 9-11 yr (9:30-10:25 am)
- 6-8 yr (10:35-11:30 am)
- 9-11 yr (9:30-10:25 am)
- 6-8 yr (10:35-11:30 am)
- Registration deadline is June 3 (1st Session) and July 8 (2nd Session).
- Racquets will be provided if needed.
- June 3-26
- July 8-31
- 6-11
Little Tykes
NEW PROGRAM! Over the course of the month, we will spend two weeks covering how to play soccer and two weeks on how to play kickball through a variety of drills and games.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Caregivers are required to be present.
- Registration deadline is June 5.
- June 7-28
- 2-5
- Fri