Crooked Crane 100
Join this 100-mile challenge! Walk, run or bike any part of the Crooked Crane Trail -- Log your mileage over the summer and receive recognition at the end of the journey. You'll receive a t-shirt sponsored by Steffan Saw & Bike.
Challenge begins May 22nd! For registered participants only - log your miles using the form below. If you are not registered, please go to the Register Now button or call the Parks & Recreation Office to register by phone.
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or use the Printable Log Sheet
- May 22-Sept 4
- All Ages
- FREE
Walk with a Doc
Walk with a Doc is an international nonprofit organization started by Dr. David Sabgir, a cardiologist in Columbus, Ohio. Frustrated with his inability to affect behavior change in the clinical setting, Dr. Sabgir invited his patients to go for a walk with him in a local park on a spring Saturday morning. To his surprise, over 100 people showed up, energized and ready to move.
What Happens During a Walk? People of all ages, fitness levels, and backgrounds are welcome to these free, ongoing events. After a brief health discussion from a healthcare provider, participants will spend the rest of the time enjoying a healthy walk at their own pace. They are encouraged to ask health questions and socialize with others in a fun, relaxed setting.
Why Walk? Walking is one of the single most important things we can do four our health - it's good for your heart, brain, bones, lungs, muscles, joints, and even helps prevent cancer and other chronic diseases. See 100 reason to walk at walkwithadoc.org/why-walk.
Join us on the 2nd & 4th Saturday of every month.
View upcoming dates
Lead Physician: Volney Willett, MD, Family Medicine
Time: 9:00 am
Location: West River Community Center (meet in the Lobby)
Register: Learn more and register >> https://walkwithadoc.org/join-a-walk/locations/dickinson-north-dakota/
Who can join Walk with a Doc? Walkers and rollers of all ages, fitness levels, and backgrounds are welcome and encouraged to attend these ongoing, FREE events—no registration necessary.
Dickinson Walk Information

- 2nd & 4th Saturday
- 9:00 am
- WRCC
Lazy River 5Day 5K
It's a Lazy River 5K in 5 Days! Join us for a challenging self-paced 5K in our lazy river, either inside WRCC or outside at the outdoor pool. Instead of running or walking on pavement to complete a 5K this summer, enjoy the refreshing experience of being in the pool. Walk backwards, forwards, against or with the current and complete your water walking 5K in 5 days or less.
Water walking shoes are highly recommended.
Lazy River Access:
Outdoor Pool: Monday - Friday, 10 am-12 pm
Indoor Pool: Monday - Friday, 5:30 am-8:30 pm
$15 fee includes water walking admission and t-shirt.
- July 17-21
- Mon-Fri
- $15
Curling League (Winter)
Grab your friends and form your teams to compete in this competitive fun-filled league. Two seasons are offered, Fall and Winter. Get your registration in early – max of 16 teams!
LEAGUE INFORMATION:
Curling League Info & Rules - Winter 2022-2023
Curling League Schedule | Standings
Tournament Brackets
Questions? Contact Andrew Grafton, Facility Supervisor at 701-456-2074 or email [email protected]
- Dec 4-Feb 19
- 18+
- Nov 29
Sand Volleyball League
Competitive league play in a recreational setting! Participation in this league is a great way to enjoy some outdoor interaction with your peers on a beautiful summer evening.
LEAGUE INFORMATION:
LEAGUE SCHEDULES:
*All sponsor and player fees MUST BE PAID IN FULL when team registration is submitted or it will not be accepted. It is the team manager’s responsibility to collect all fees ahead of time and submit as one team registration.
Questions ? Contact Wilson McLaughlin, Recreation Supervisor at 701-456-2910 or email [email protected].
- May 23-July 25
- May 25-July 27
- $45
Golf Programs
Dickinson Parks & Recreation organizes youth and adult golf programs offered at Heart River Golf Course. For more information on leagues and lessons, please visit https://heartrivergolfcourse.com/.
- HRGC
Softball League
Welcome to the 2023 Adult Softball League!
UMPIRES NEEDED: If you are interested in umpiring please contact Wilson prior to the registration meeting! All umpires are required to be USA Softball sanctioned and wear USA Softball uniform apparel. We will provide training and registration of all umpires.
SEASON INFORMATION
Division: Men, Women & Coed Team Registration Meeting: March 12 - 6:30 pm - Registration Procedure Season Dates: May 15 - August 7, 2023 Night of Play: Men – Tuesday or Thursday | Women – Monday | Coed – Wednesday OTHER LEAGUE INFORMATION League Information & Rules 2023 AGE: Players MUST BE AGE 17 by their 2023 birthday. Players age 16 or 17 MUST HAVE written parental consent (parent must sign on backside of USA Roster and on the signature line of the DPR Roster). DESCRIPTION: This is a USA Softball sanctioned league with USA Softball sanctioned umpires. This league will follow USA Softball rules — allowing for a competitive atmosphere — yet with local league rule adaptations allowing for a more recreational playing environment. Click here for list of Non-Approved BatsLEAGUE SCHEDULES
- COED-Classic
- COED-Olympic
- COED-Recreation
- MENS-Classic
- MENS-Olympic
- MENS-Century
- MENS-Roughrider
- MENS-Sportsman
- WOMENS-Classic
- WOMENS-Recreation
UMPIRES NEEDED: If you are interested in umpiring please contact Wilson prior to the registration meeting! All umpires are required to be USA Softball sanctioned and wear USA Softball uniform apparel. We will provide training and registration of all umpires.
SOFTBALL TOURNAMENTS
Miller Lite Softball Tournament - July 8-9, 2023 Men's Rec 2 West State Softball Tournament - August 5-6, 2023 Men's Rec 4 West State Softball Tournament - August 19-20, 2023 Last Chance Softball Tournament - August 26, 2023- May 15-Aug 7
- April 6
- Monday
Lifeguard Certification Courses
We will be conducting Lifeguard Certification, Re-Certification, and Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Courses on an as-needed basis. There will typically be one every month or every other month. If you would like to inquire about becoming a lifeguard or taking the courses please contact the Aquatics Facility Supervisor at 701-456-2074. See upcoming courses below.
LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION COURSE
The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over. Please sign up for either session. 2023 DATES:- May 19-21
- June 23-25
- Aug 25-27
- Nov 3-5
- Must be 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of course.
- Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front crawl (freestyle), breaststroke or a combination of both, but swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles may be used.
- Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands under the armpits.
- Complete a times event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:
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- Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.
- Surface dive, feet first or head-first, to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
- Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object and keeping the face at or near the surface so you are able to get a breath. Candidates should not swim the distance underwater. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.
LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
The Lifeguard Instructor Course trains instructor candidates how to teach American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Shallow Water Lifeguarding, and Aquatic Attraction Lifeguarding, along with other optional modules. DATE: No courses currently scheduled TIMES: Friday 4-9 pm; Saturday-Sunday 8 am-8 pm COST: $250 (reimbursement will be offered to those hired with WRCC) CERTIFICATION: American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED with Waterpark Lifeguarding Module REGISTRATION: Register Online or call 701-456-2074 for more information. PREREQUISITES:-
- Must be at least 17 years old.
- Possess a current American Red Cross certification in Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED
- Complete the online Lifeguard Instructor course through the ARC learning center before the first day of class. An email will be sent with instructions after registration.
- Pass two rescue skill scenarios that test lifeguarding and CPR (on the first day of class)
WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTION COURSE (WSI)
The purpose of this instructor course is to train instructor candidates to teach courses and presentations in the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program including Parent and Child Aquatics, Preschool Aquatics, Learn-to-Swim, Adult Swim, Private Lessons, Water Safety Courses (including Safety Training for Swim Coaches) and Water Safety Presentations. 2023 DATES:- Jun 3-4, 10-11
- Sept 9-10, 16-17
- Be at least 16 years old on or before the last day of the Instructor Course
- Demonstrate the ability to perform the following swimming skills: Swim the following strokes consistent with the American Red Cross Level 4 standards – Front Crawl – 25 yards; Back Crawl – 25 yards; Breaststroke – 25 yards; Elementary Backstroke – 25 yards; Sidestroke – 25 yards; Butterfly – 15 yards
- Maintain position on back for 1 minute in deep water (floating or sculling)
- Tread water for 1 minute
LIFEGUARD RE-CERTIFICATION COURSE
This course is designed to update your skills while also extending your certification for another two years. There are also courses for those whose certifications are still valid (or within 30 days of expiration) which allow them to continue working without having a lapse in certification. DATE: No courses currently scheduled TIME: 9:00 am-5:00 pm COST: $100.00 REGISTRATION: Register Online or Call 701-456-2074 for more information.- 15+
- WRCC
Facility Orientation Class
The purpose of this 30-minute course is to provide direction in safety, technique, and gym etiquette to youth members, along with anyone interested in learning more about the fitness equipment. Participants will learn how to properly use our cardio and strength machines and equipment from one of our certified personal trainers. Youth ages 12-13 will be able to use the fitness equipment without parental supervision after the successful completion of this class.
April 19th class has been canceled.
For more information on fitness equipment and personal trainers, please visit westrivercommunitycenter.com
- Jun 21; Aug 23
- 4:00 – 4:30 pm
- 12+
Golf Simulator League
Enjoy the Indoor Golf Simulator at the West River Community Center (WRCC), while keeping your golf swing in shape all year long by participating in this recreational league. 2-person teams compete in friendly match play golf competition. Returning teams have priority over new teams. Players interested in forming a team must obtain and submit a completed registration form by the registration deadline. Limited team space available!
Questions? Please email or call Andrew at 701-456-2074.
LEAGUE INFORMATION
2023 Golf Simulator League Rules
2023 League Schedule (Thursday)
- Jan 12 - Mar 2
- Dec 28
- 18+