Program Type: Program-Youth

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. [formidable id="26" description="1"] or use the Printable Log Sheet

New Program! The only class that you can play with your food! Food Art is a fun way to try new foods and be creative with snacks for your littles. INSTRUCTIONS:

• Children must be accompanied by an adult or someone age 16+.
• Registration is required. Deadline is Tuesday prior to the class.

Children ages 2-5 will have the chance to increase their sensory and fine motor skills while getting messy! SPRING:

• Thursday, April 20 (4:00-5:00 pm)

SUMMER:

• Mondays - July 10-31 (10:00-11:00 am)

INSTRUCTIONS: Children must be accompanied by an adult or someone age 16+. Registration Deadline is the Friday prior to each class.

West River Community Center is offering an EARLY DISMISSAL DAY CAMP for youth on the early release school days below. Youth have the opportunity to participate in a variety of supervised activities to keep youth entertained and active. These may include, but are not limited to arts and crafts, active games, swimming, tennis, climbing wall, yoga, basketball and a homework area. Youth will be assigned to a group by age and rotate to the activities offered that day. SESSIONS

• Friday, April 28, 2023 - CANCELLED

Registration deadline is the Wednesday prior to each session. INSTRUCTIONS

• Bring your own snack.
• Bring tennis shoes, towel, swim suit and wear comfortable clothing.
• Check-in and check-out will take place in the WRCC Community Center Community Room #1.

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 5-28

• 9-11 yr (9:30-10:25 am)
• 6-8 yr (10:35-11:30 am)

SESSION 2: July 10-August 2

• 9-11 yr (9:30-10:25 am)
• 6-8 yr (10:35-11:30 am)

LOCATION: Eagles Park Tennis Courts (428 2nd Ave SW) REQUIREMENTS:

• Registration deadline is June 5 (1st Session) and July 10 (2nd Session).
• Racquets will be provided if needed.

Come play at our "house!" We will have gross motor equipment, building blocks, jumping animals and toys set-up. Children can move about safely in our enclosed MAC gym area and have access to the indoor playground. Playtime music will be played and theme based crafts will be set-up for children.

• No pre-registration necessary.
• Cost is $4/drop-in fee or free with WRCC membership.
• Must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

POP UP PLAY is a FREE play program. Registration is not required to attend. Summer staff will be a the park leading games, crafts, and special activities. Staff do not monitor with whom, how, or when children come and go from the playground. PURPOSE: To improve access to parks through social equity and equality for ALL through creative programming and community outreach! DATES/LOCATIONS: Monday, June 12th & June 26th - Eagles Park (428 2nd Ave SW) Wednesday, June 14th & 28th - Kostelecky Park (1949 Prairie Ave) Monday, July 10th & 24th - Eagles Park (428 2nd Ave SW) Wednesday, July 12th & 26th - Kostelecky Park (1949 Prairie Ave) REQUIREMENTS:

• Children under age 7 must be accompanied by someone ages 16+
• Program is free - no registration will be held

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/.

Dickinson Parks and Recreation offers a comprehensive, award winning safety education program sponsored in part by the Kiwanis Club.  Children will practice "real life" safety situations in a miniature "city".  They will have fun learning about safety in the following areas:  Pedestrian and bicycle safety, railroad crossings, animal safety, electrical safety, school bus safety, stranger danger, seat belts, pool safety, farm safety as well as calling 911 and what to do in an emergency situation.  Special guests from the community will make appearances to demonstrate the safety topics addressed each day. REQUIREMENTS:

• Must be age 4 by 1-1-2023.
• Registration deadline is June 14.

THANK YOU TO THE FOLLOWING SAFETY CITY SPONSORS! Consolidated Dickinson Fire Department Dickinson Police Department Eagles Club Kiwanis Club McDonald's Northwest Tire Rotary Club Southwest Area Safety Association St. Anthony Club Stark County Sheriff's Department

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 June 27.

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 June 27.