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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
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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
Tennis Lessons (Fall)
Introduce your child to the game of tennis. Participants will experience the basic fundamentals, while engaging in a non-competitive learning environment.
INSTRUCTIONS:
Racquets will be provided or bring your own if you have one.
Wear comfortable clothes and tennis shoes (no street shoes allowed).
Registration deadline is October 11.
- 1-6
- Oct 18-Nov 29
- Wed
Mini Monday Art
Art for the little ones! Participants will have the chance to increase their sensory and fine motor skills while getting messy--we provide the fun, materials and clean up!
You can register for one Monday at a time or register for them all.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Children must be accompanied by an adult or someone age 16+.
- Registration deadline is the Friday prior to each class.
- Please wear or bring a paint friendly shirt.
- July 1-29
- Mondays
- 10:00-11:00 am
Play Park
Dickinson Parks and Recreation along with the Optimist Club gives children the opportunity to have a structured fun filled morning at the park. Weekly themes and activities are planned by the staff providing for fun times all summer long. Enjoy free time on the play equipment, crafts, songs, and games are all part of this supervised Play Park program. Children must bring a water bottle and snack. Tennis shoes and comfortable clothing adaptable for weather is required.
2024 SESSIONS:
June 3-13
June 17-27
July 8-18
July 22-Aug 1
REQUIREMENTS:
- Children must bring a water bottle and snack each day.
- Tennis shoes and comfortable clothing (adaptable to weather) are required.
- Must be age 4 by end of session date.
- 4-7
- 9:30 am-12 pm
- Mon-Thu
Softball League
Welcome to the 2024 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 10 - 6:30 pm | Softball Team Registration Procedure 2024 *MANDATORY team manager attendance--MUST bring sponsor fee to this meeting. Season Dates: May 13-August 5, 2024 Night of Play: Men – Tuesday or Thursday | Women – Monday | Coed – Wednesday OTHER LEAGUE INFORMATION AGE: Players MUST BE AGE 17 by their 2024 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 BatsUMPIRES 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 13-14, 2024
- Men's Rec 4 State Softball Tournament - August 17-18, 2024
- Last Chance Softball Tournament - August 24, 2024
- Coed West State Softball Tournament - September 14-15, 2024
- May 13-Aug 5
- April 11
- Monday
YAP Volleyball
YAP (Youth Athletic Program) Volleyball is an introductory level program for youth with emphasis on skill development for Grades K-2 (Fall) and Grades 3-6 (Spring).
FALL PROGRAM | GRADES K-2
- November 13-December 13, 2023 (Mon, Tue, Wed)
- 5:00-6:00 pm
- Deadline: Nov. 13
- March 25-April 24, 2024 (Mon, Tue, Wed)
- 4:00-4:55 pm (Grades 3-4)
- 5:05-6:00 pm (Grades 5-6)
- Deadline: Mar. 25
- Nov 13-Dec 13
- Mar 25-Apr 24
- Mon, Tue, Wed
Kids Fit
Join us for Kids Fit at the West River Community Center!
View more>> https://westrivercommunitycenter.com/activities/kids-fit/
- 3-5 yrs
- Wednesdays
- 9:15 am