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2 Fort Dodge Parks & Recreation www.fortdodgeiowa.org/parks 819 1st Avenue South 576-7237 Summer 2012

Animal Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-2323Blanden Memorial Art Museum . . . . . . . .573-2316Brushy Creek Ranger Station . . . . . . . . . .543-8298Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . .955-5500Citizen’s Central . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-3429City Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-7144Compost Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .955-6139Dolliver Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-2539FD Parks & Recreation Department . . . .576-7237FD Parks & Recreation Fax Number . . . .573-2894FD Public Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-8167FD Soccer Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .955-1506Izaak Walton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .571-7615The Rec (Former YMCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-7107Forestry Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-5791Foster Grandparents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .576-5401Harlan Rogers Maintenance . . . . . . . . . .576-2851Lakeside Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .576-6741Public Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .955-6139Rain out number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .576-6888Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center . . . . . .955-4284RSVP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-3477Webster County Conservation . . . . . . . .576-4258

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Let the summertime sunshine begin! We changed our brochure format this year in hopes that wemight earn a spot on your refrigerator—or right next to the family calendar. Hang this brochurejust like a calendar and flip through the months as we go. Enjoy this more user friendly brochure.Hope to see you soon!

For the DOer: Look here for activities that you can sign up for. Remember, you cansign up for ANY of our summer programs NOW…don’t wait, spots are on a first-come, first-served basis. Early registration also helps us plan activities and staffneeds more accurately.

3 Easy Ways to Sign up for FD Parks & Recreation programs...

• ONLINE @ fortdodgeiowa.org/parks to securely register for programs &activities, anytime day or night. American Express, MasterCard, Visa &Discover accepted. (Please note that a convenience free is charged in addition to the program fee for all online purchases.)

• IN THE MAIL FD Parks & Recreation Department 819 1st Avenue South, Fort Dodge, IA 50501

• DROP OFF Monday-Friday, 8 a.m - noon, 1-5 p.m.FD Parks & Recreation Department819 1st Avenue South

*Office entrance located on the West side of the City Hall building

No matter how you choose to register for an activity, don’t wait until the last minute to register for it. Ifyou would like to participate in one of our activities, please register WELL IN ADVANCE so that wemay determine if the activity number is sufficient to hold the event. Your cooperation will help us tobetter provide solid organization of our recreation programs.

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A P R I L A C T I V I T I E SSwimming Lessons-Session 2Meets Tuesday-Friday the 1st week, Monday-Thursday the 2nd week.

DATES TIME FEE LEVEL LOCATION REGISTRATION4/10-4/13, 4/16-4/19 5:30 pm $35 (R), $40 (NR) 1,2,3 FDSH Pool Until 4/3

6:30 pm $35 (R), $40 (NR) Preschool & 4,5,6 FDSH Pool Until 4/3

Novice Track & Field Activity #470Our track program is very popular for boys and girls Kindergarten through 6th grade. Youth will learn the basicsof track and field through practice sessions held on Monday evenings from 6-7pm at Phillips Middle Schooltrack. Practices will consist of conditioning, stretching, short sprints, long runs, relays, shuttle relays, long jump,and shot put. Practices will lead up to a “mini track meet” May 14th.

DATE TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION4/16, 4/23, 4/30 6:00-7:00 pm $27(R), $29 (NR) Phillips Track Now – 4/165/7, 5/14(Mondays)

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Youth Coed Vol leyballSaturdays

Swimming Lessons - Session 2(4/10 - 4/13, 4/16 - 4/19)

Tee Bal l/Structured/Fastpitch Softbal lPractices may start

Novice TrackMondays

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M A Y A C T I V I T I E ST-Ball (1st / 2nd Boys Or Girls) Activity #433This league is for boys and girls COMPLETING 1st and 2nd grades. Games will be played in the evenings May –July at Harlan Rogers Sports Complex on the Mini Major Fields. An 11 inch safety ball is used. Fee includesparticipation fee and gate fee for all spectators. *Each participant will be required to wear pants or shorts withsliders. Each player must also supply their own hat to wear under batters helmet.

DATE TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATIONMid May – Mid July 5:30 pm $41 (R), $ 43 (NR) Harlan Rogers Now - 4/13(Mondays & Wednesdays)

Structured Fastpitch Softball (3rd/4th GIRLS) Activity #468This league is for girls COMPLETING 3rd and 4th grades. Games will be played in the evenings in May throughJuly at Harlan Rogers Sports Complex on the Mini Major Fields. An 11 inch ball is used. Fee includesparticipation fee and gate fee for all spectators. *Each participant will be required to wear pants or shorts withsliders. Each player must also supply their own hat to wear under batters helmet.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATIONMid May – Mid July 5:30 – 8 pm $43 (R), $45 (NR) Harlan Rogers Now – 4/13(Tuesdays & Thursdays)

Fastpitch Softball (5th/6th GIRLS) Activity #469This league is for girls COMPLETING 5th and 6th grades. Games will be played in the evenings May through Julyat Harlan Rogers Sports Complex on the Mini Majors Fields. A 12 inch ball is used. Fee includes participation feeand gate fee for all spectators. *Each participant will be required to wear pants or shorts with sliders. Eachplayer must also supply their own hat to wear under batters helmet.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATIONMid May – Mid July 5:30 – 8 pm $45 (R), $47 (NR) Harlan Rogers Now – 4/13(Tuesdays & Thursdays)

Visit the downtown REC center to register for...T-Ball – Boys & Girls completing Pre-K & K; must be 5 by June 1, 2012. Play at Harlan Rogers duringJune & July! Cost is $50.Pee Wee – Boys completing 1st & 2nd. Play at Harlan Rogers during June & July! Cost is $50.Midget – Boys completing 3rd & 4th. Play at Harlan Rogers during June & July! Cost is $50.Junior – Boys completing 5th & 6th. Play at Harlan Rogers during June & July! Cost is $50.

Registration now through April 26th.Call 573-7107 for more information.

Sign Up...Novice TrackMondays through 5/14

Adult Disk Golf LeagueSundays 5/6 - 7/29

Swimming Lessons - Session 35/7 - 5/10, 5/14 - 5/17

T-Bal l/Structured/Fastpitch Softbal lGames start Mid May - Mid July

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M A Y A C T I V I T I E SAdult Disc Golf Summer League Activity #537Come play the historic Snell-Crawford Disc Golf Course! The course, established in 1979, has beenplayed by beginners and experienced players for years. Back, after a few years hiatus, is our Disc GolfLeague. Sign up your two person team, either coed or single gender. All participants will play the sameholes and yardages. Both players’ scores are counted each week—going towards weekly and seasonindividual and team honors. Low team wins prizes for nightly and end of season scores. A minimum of 10teams is necessary to hold this league, so get a team, and get registered. The proceeds of this leaguewill go to help in the costs to renovate the baskets, signage, and course itself. Contact Ryan Maehl [email protected] or call 576-7237 with questions.

DATE TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 6/3, 3:00 pm $20/team Snell-Crawford Now – 5/16/10, 6/17, 6/24, 7/1,7/8, 7/15, 7/22, 7/29(Sundays)

Swimming Lessons Session 3Meets Monday through Thursday both weeks.

DATE TIME FEE LEVEL LOCATION REGISTRATION5/7-5/10, 5/14-5/17 5:15 pm $35 (R), $40 (NR) 1,2 FDSH Pool Until 4/30

6:15 pm $35 (R), $40 (NR) 1,2 FDSH Pool Until 4/30

Adult SoftballBuh Bye winter, hello spring! Join one a variety of adult softball leagues! Sign up will take place in Aprilfor men’s and women’s slow-pitch with league play beginning in May. Co-ed leagues also available.The first slow-pitch meeting of the season will be held in March with a scheduling meeting to follow inApril. Scheduling nights will be April 24th and 25th. Call Jon Rowen at 515-448-3557 for more information.Fees are due April 23rd. League starts May 19th.

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T-Bal l/Structured/Fastpitch Softbal lGames start mid May - mid July

Horseshoe Tournament6/2

Bags League6/4 - 8/9

Junior Tennis LessonsSess ion 1 6/4 - 6/14Sess ion 2 6/25 - 7/6

Mini CampsMonday, Tuesday and Wednesday6/4 - 6/27

Adult Ul t imate Fr isbee League6/7 - 8/30

Movie On The Monster - SMURFS6/9

Karl King BandMake sure Oleson Banshel l i s one of yourstops for fun this summer. Enjoy abeauti ful summer evening whi le l i s teningto wonderful music performed by FD’sown Kar l K ing Band.

Sundays, 7:30 p.m.6/10 - 7/29Fr iday 6/22 Air Force Band (@ ICCC if raining)

Fort Dodge Horseshoe Tournament Activity #532This is a non-sanctioned tournament. If you do not have an average please arrive early to establish anaverage for class assignment. We will have food available (burgers, hot dogs, chips, water, & pop) on site. CallMarty Sprague 515-408-2733 with questions or more details.

DATE TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION6/2 10:00 am $10/player Hydro-Electric Call for details

Horseshoe PitsBags League Activity #536Come out to Harlan Rogers and be a part of this NEW adult league. Grab a friend, co-worker or spouse andcompete in the tailgate classic, BAGS. Compete against other teams battling for top team honor and prizemoney. Records will be kept each week and tallied for an end of the season tournament. The matches willtake place at Harlan Rogers, (near Diamonds 4, 5 & 6) on Mondays and/or Thursdays, to coincide with slow-pitch softball nights. The concession stand and Beer Cave (21 years & up) will be open during this activity.Matches will be scheduled every 15 minutes and winners report scores to concession worker after completionof match.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION6/4 – 8/9 7 – 9 pm $15/team Harlan Rogers Now – 6/1(Mondays & Thursdays)

Junior Tennis LessonsClasses will be Monday through Friday (45 minute lessons).

Tennis Lesson Level DescriptionLevel l – All basic strokes taught along with scoring and basic court etiquette. *Level 1 will more than likely need to be repeated for two or more years depending on age of child.

Level II – Refinement of strokes, strategy, and placement will be emphasized in this level.

Session 1DATES TIME AGES ACTIVITY # FEE LOCATION6/4 – 6/14 8:30 a.m. LvI. I (ages 6-9) Activity #437 $32(R), $34(NR) Dodger Courts6/4 – 6/14 9:30 a.m. Lvl. I (ages 10-13) Activity #436 $32(R), $34(NR) Dodger Courts6/4 – 6/14 10:30 a.m. Lvl. ll (ages 9-11) Activity #439 $32(R), $34(NR) Dodger Courts6/4 – 6/14 11:30 a.m. Lvl. ll (ages 12-14) Activity #438 $32(R), $34(NR) Dodger Courts

Session 2DATES TIME AGES ACTIVITY # FEE LOCATION6/25-7/6 8:30 a.m. Lvl. ll (ages 12-14) Activity #441 $32(R), $34(NR) Dodger Courts6/25-7/6 9:30 a.m. Lvl. ll (ages 9-11) Activity #443 $32(R), $34(NR) Dodger Courts6/25-7/6 10:30 a.m. Lvl. l (ages 10-13) Activity #442 $32(R), $34(NR) Dodger Courts6/25-7/6 11:30 a.m. Lvl. l (ages 6-9) Activity #440 $32(R), $34(NR) Dodger Courts


J U N E A C T I V I T I E SMini Camp Session I: Intro to Cheerleading Activity #449 & #450

DATES AGES FEE TIME LOCATION6/4, 6/5, 6/6 4-5 yr. $20 9:30 a.m. -10:15 a.m. Snell Crawford Park

6-7 yr. $20 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Snell Crawford Park

Mini Camp Session II: Intro to Football Activity #451 & #452

DATES AGES FEE TIME LOCATION6/4, 6/5, 6/6 4-5 yr. $20 12:30 p.m. -1:15 p.m. Snell Crawford Park

6-7 yr. $20 1:30 p.m.-2:15 p.m. Snell Crawford Park

Mini Camp Session III: Intro to Bowling Activity #447

DATES AGES FEE TIME LOCATION6/11, 6/12, 4-7 yr. $20 9:30 a.m.-10:15 a.m. Family Bowling Center6/13

Mini Camp Session IV: Intro to Soccer Activity # 457 & #458

DATES AGES FEE TIME LOCATION6/11, 6/12, 6/13 4-5 yr. $20 12:30 p.m. -1:15 p.m. Harlan Rogers

6-7 yr. $20 1:30 p.m.-2:15 p.m. Harlan Rogers

Mini Camp Session V: Intro to Tennis Activity #461 & #462* must provide own racquet

DATES AGES FEE TIME LOCATION6/18, 6/19, 6/20 4-5 yr. $20 9:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. Dodger Courts

6-7 yr. $20 10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Dodger Courts

Mini Camp Session VI: Intro to the Outdoors Activity # 463 & #464

DATES AGES FEE TIME LOCATION6/18, 6/19, 6/20 3-4 yr. $20 12:30p.m. -1:15p.m. Snell Crawford Park

5-6 yr. $20 1:30p.m.-2:15p.m. Snell Crawford Park

Mini Camp Session VII: Intro to Arts & Crafts Activity #445 & #446

DATES AGES FEE TIME LOCATION6/25, 6/26, 6/27 3-4yr. $20 9:30a.m. -10:15a.m. Snell Crawford Park

5-6yr. $20 10:30a.m. - 11:15a.m. Snell Crawford Park

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Oakland Cemetery Walk6/9 and 6/10


Junior Tennis League6/11 - 7/9

Junior Golf Cl inic6/12 - 6/22

Shel labration Concert (Foreigner)6/15

Disc Golf Course Improvement Tourney6/16

Sand Vol leyball Fundamentals Cl inicTuesdays & Thursdays 6/19 - 7/5

Junior Golf LeagueWednesdays 6/27 - 8/1

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J U N E A C T I V I T I E SAdult Ultimate Frisbee League Activity # 534Looking for competition, a great workout, and FUN? Form a team (same gender or coed), register and getplaying in this fast paced game. This NEW league is for veteran and novice players. Games will be played atPhinney Park on Thursday nights in June, July, & August. Teams consist of 7 players on the field at a time, butare unlimited in size. Teams must provide a standard “uniform” for matches. Interest parties contact Ryan,[email protected] or call 576-7237. A minimum of 4 teams is necessary to hold this league, so get ateam, and get registered.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION6/7-8/30 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. $15/player Phinney Park Now – 6/6(Thursdays)

Movie on The Monster - The Smurfs Activity #546When the evil wizard, Gargamel, chases the tiny blue Smurfs out of their village, they tumble from their magicalworld and into ours -- in fact, smack dab in the middle of Central Park. Just three apples high and stuck in theBig Apple, the Smurfs must find a way to get back to their village before Gargamel tracks them down. HankAzaria, Katy Perry, Neil Patrick Harris Rated PG; 103 minutes; 2011.

DATE TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION 6/9 8:45 p.m. or when dark $1/child, $2/adult Harlan Rogers Fenway At event

9th Annual Oakland Cemetery Walk “Bringing the Past Alive”The Fort Dodge Historic Preservation Commission together with the Oakland Cemetery Association invites youto this historic two-day event. Parking on Saturday available at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION6/9 1-3 p.m. $7/person/day Oakland Cemetery 6/10 3 p.m. $7/person/day ICCC (BioScience Building)

Swimming Lessons Session 4Meets Monday through Thursday both weeks.

DATE TIME FEE LEVEL LOCATION REGISTRATION6/11-6/14, 6/18-6/21 9 a.m. $35 (R), $40 (NR) 1,2,3 Rosedale Rapids Until 6/4

10 a.m. $35 (R), $40 (NR) Preschool & 4 Rosedale Rapids Until 6/47 p.m. $35 (R), $40 (NR) Preschool, 2, 3 Rosedale Rapids Until 6/4

Junior Tennis League Activity # 434Our tennis league emphasis is on continued development for all levels of play. This league is for ages 8 – 18years old. Singles and doubles will be played each week. Skill assessment will be the first week of league withteam competition following. Children 8 -10 years old are required to be enrolled in tennis lessons.

DAYS DATES FEE TIMES LOCATIONSMonday 6/11-7/9 $50 6:00 p.m. to dark Dodger CourtsTues/Weds/Thurs 6/11-7/9 $50 1:00-3:00 p.m. Dodger Courts(No league 7/4) *Student may choose what days they will attend in order to play twice a week.

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Reading Programs, Storytimes, Tuesday Adventures


J U N E A C T I V I T I E SJunior Golf Clinic Activity #542 & #543Lakeside’s individual youth golf clinics are designed for the young player looking to either learn the game ofgolf or continue to improve their game. Etiquette, putting, swings, and the basic skills of golf will be taught.This 8-day clinic will utilize the putting green as well as the driving range. Golfers will be given the opportunity toput their skills together during a few holes throughout the program. Clubs needed: 1 or 3 wood, 3 or 5 iron, 7 or9 iron and a putter.

DAY DATES TIME LOCATION FEETues-Fridays 6/12-22 8:30-9:15 (8 – 11 yrs old) Lakeside $27 (R), $29 (NR)

9:30-10:15 (12 – 17yrs old)

Disc Golf Course Improvement Tournament Activity # 539Help, Play, Renovate. Be one of the 36 players in our 2012 C.I.T! Each registered participant will receive 3 discswith a custom hot-stamp on each. The tournament will be an 18-hole shotgun tournament, starting at 11:00am, on Saturday, June 16th. Individuals will be grouped into foursomes by the tournament director prior to theevent and scores will be kept for prizes following the event. Along with the tournament, there will be a “Closestto the Pin” contest and additional discs will be sold at low costs! All proceeds from the tournament will be usedto renovate the course. Contact Ryan Maehl at [email protected] or call 576-7237 with questions.

DATE TIME LOCATION FEE REGISTRATION6/16 11 am Snell-Crawford $30 each Now – 6/15

Sand Volleyball Fundamentals Clinic (5th-8th Grade) Activity # 467Ahh ACE! FD Parks and Recreation is having a 5 - 8th Grade Youth Sand Volleyball Clinic! This 3 week clinic willmeet 2 days a week (Tuesday & Thursday) to work on refining skills and getting some live volleyball experience.Held at Snell Crawford Park on the sand volleyball courts, participants will get to experience playing volleyballoutdoors on a sand court as well as learning and improving their game! Participants must provide ownvolleyball and water.

DATE TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION6/19, 6/21, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. $27 (R), $29 (NR) Snell Crawford NOW – 6/156/26, 6/28, (Sand VB Court)7/3, 7/5(Tuesdays & Thursdays)

Junior Golf League Activity #544Girls and boys completing grades 6th – 11th come be a part of Lakeside’s Junior Golf League! Weeklyfoursomes will be arranged through handicapped scores. First day of league will consist of course etiquetteand a 9-hole round of golf to determine handicap. League will play on Wednesdays from June 27th throughAugust 1st. Golfers will need to provide their own clubs, consisting of a 1 or 3 wood, 3 or 5 iron, 7 or 9 iron, anda trusty putter. Prerequisites: prior league participation or previous golf instruction. Any questions or forinclement weather announcements please call Lakeside at 576-6741.

DATE TIME FEE LOCATION6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1 8-11 a.m. $40 Lakeside(Wednesdays) no 7/4

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T-Bal l/Structured/Fastpitch Softbal lGames start mid May - mid July

Bags League6/4 - 8/9

Junior Tennis LessonsSess ion 2 (6/25 - 7/6)

Adult Ul t imate Fr isbee League6/7 - 8/30

Karl King Band ConcertsSundays, 7:30 p.m.6/10 - 7/29

Junior Tennis League6/11 - 7/9

Sand Vol leyball Fundamentals Cl inicTuesdays & Thursdays 6/19 - 7/5

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Swimming Lessons Session 5Meets Monday through Friday the first week, Monday through Wednesday the second week.

DATES TIME FEE LEVEL LOCATION REGISTRATION 7/9-7/13, 7/16-7/18 9 a.m. $35 (R), $40 (NR) 1,2,3 Rosedale Rapids Until 7/2

10 a.m. $35 (R), $40 (NR) Preschool, Rosedale Rapids Until 7/24,5,6

7 p.m. $35 (R), $40 (NR) Preschool, 1 Rosedale Rapids Until 7/2

Mini Camp Session VIII: Martial Arts & Fitness Activity #455 & #456DATES AGES FEE TIME LOCATION7/9, 7/10, 7/11 4-5 yr. $20 9:30 a.m. -10:15 a.m. Midwest Combat Arts Center

6-7 yr. $20 10:30 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Midwest Combat Arts Center

Mini Camp Session IV: Intro to Golf Activity #453DATES AGES FEE TIME LOCATION7/9, 7/10, 7/11 4-7 yr. $20 12:30 p.m. -1:15 p.m. Harlan on Day 1 & 2

Day 3 @ His & Herrs

Mini Camp Session X: Intro to Softball/Baseball Activity #459* Must provide own glove

DATES AGES FEE TIME LOCATION7/23, 7/24, 7/25 4-7 yr. $20 9:30 a.m. -10:15 a.m. Harlan Rogers

Mini Camp Session XI: Intro to Tumbling Activity #465

DATES AGES FEE TIME LOCATION7/30, 7/31, 8/1 4-7 yr. $20 9:30 a.m. -10:15 a.m. Prince of Peace Church

River Trash Bash Activity # 545The FD Parks and Recreation is teaming up with Webster County Conservation to host a river cleanup! Thisevent will be held on July 14th at 8am starting at Sunkissed Meadows. We will carry, load, and haul the debrisfrom around FD’s natural waterway. Pitch in to help clean up our river.

DAY LOCATION REGISTRATION7/14 Sunkissed Boat Ramp Call Karen @ Webster County Conservation @ 576-4258

or Ryan Maehl @ FD Parks & Recreation @ 576-7237


J U L Y A C T I V I T I E SFlick and Float—Kung Fu Panda 2 Activity #547Po is now living his dream as The Dragon Warrior, protecting the Valley of Peace alongside his friends andfellow kung fu masters, The Furious Five - Tigress, Crane, Mantis, Viper and Monkey. But Po’s new life ofawesomeness is threatened by the emergence of a formidable villain who plans to use a secret, unstoppableweapon to conquer China and destroy kung fu. Po must look to his past and uncover the secrets of hismysterious origins; only then will he be able to unlock the strength he needs to succeed. Voices by: Jack Black,Angelina Jolie, Jackie Chan Paramount Pictures/DreamWorks Animation; Rated PG; 90 minutes; 2011.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION7/14 8:45 or when dark $1/child, $2/adult Rosedale Rapids At event

Soccer Fundamentals Clinic Activity #479Get your kicks with this five week one-day clinic. Kindergarten through 6th graders will practice drills,techniques, and lead-up games that will teach the beginner and improve the skills of the more experiencedplayer. This is a great way to get some extra practices before hanging up the cleats!

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION7/23, 7/30, 5:30-6:30 pm $27 (R), $29 (NR) Harlan Rogers Now – 7/208/6, 8/13, 8/20(Mondays)

Badger Lake Dragon Boat BashExciting family entertainment and sport racing with other activities planned throughout the weekend. ContactBarb Michaels @ 955-1959 or Linda Donner @ 955-1766 for more information, volunteer opportunities, or toregister a team.

DATES LOCATION7/27-7/28 Kennedy Park

Mommy & Me Swimming LessonsMeets Monday through Thursday both weeks.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION7/30-8/2, 8/6-8/9 10 a.m. $35 (R), $40 (NR) Rosedale Rapids Until 7/23

7 p.m. $35 (R), $40 (NR) Rosedale Rapids Until 7/23

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Junior Golf LeagueWednesdays 6/27 - 8/1


Mini CampsMonday, Tuesday, Wednesday 7/9 - 7/11,7/23 - 8/1

River Trash Bash7/14

Fl ick & Float-Kung Fu Panda 27/14

Girls High School State Softbal lChampionships @ Harlan Rogers!7/16 - 20

Soccer Fundamentals Cl inicMondays 7/23 - 8/20

Badger Lake Dragon Boat Bash7/27 - 7/28

Mommy & Me Swimming Lessons7/30 - 8/2, 8/6 - 8/9

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A U G U S T A C T I V I T I E SAdult Disc Golf Fall League Activity #538Come play the historic Snell-Crawford Disc Golf Course! The course, established in 1979 has been played bybeginners and experienced players for years. FD Parks & Recreation will hold a Fall Disc Golf League -- which isa two person per team (either coed or single gender) league. All participants will play the same holes andyardages. Both players’ scores are counted each week, which go towards weekly and season individual andteam honors. Low team wins prizes for nightly and end of season scores. . A minimum of 10 teams is necessaryto hold this league, so get a team, and get registered. The proceeds of this league will go towards prizes as wellas to help in the costs to renovate the baskets, signage, and course itself.Contact Ryan Maehl at [email protected] or call 576-7237 with questions.

DATE TIME LOCATION FEE REGISTRATION 8/5, 8/12, 8/19, 8/26, 3:00 p.m. Snell-Crawford $20/team Now – July 20th 9/9, 9/16, 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 10/28(Sundays)

Parent & Child Golf Clinic Activity #541Parents and children (ages 6 – 17 years old) head out to Lakeside and learn the game of golf together duringthis new program! Golfers will go through daily instruction on golf swings, putting, etiquette. Practicing will takeplace on the putting green, driving range, and the course. This program is the best of both worlds -- playinggolf and being with the family! Additional children (from the same family) just add $10 each. Parents MUSTaccompany child through duration of clinic and no more than 3 children per parent. Any questions please callLakeside at 576-6741. Clubs needed: 1 or 3 wood, 3 or 5 iron, 7 or 9 iron and a putter.

DATE TIME LOCATION FEE8/6, 8/13, 8/20, 8/27 5:30-6:30 p.m. Lakeside $17 (R), $19 (NR)(Mondays)

Mini Mini Major League Activity #475Check out this redesigned program. This FD Parks & Recreation program is a great opportunity for your three orfour year old to experience the fundamentals of softball/baseball. Parents are encouraged (but not required)to be on the field to help guide and teach their child, with our employees, throughout the hour. During the first20 minutes participants will learn basic baseball/softball drills, skills, and rules. The remaining time will be spentplaying an “official” baseball/softball game.

DATE TIME LOCATION FEE REGISTRATION 8/7, 8/14, 8/21, 8/28, 9/4 6:00-7:00 pm Harlan Rogers $17 (R), $19 (NR) Now – 8/7(Tuesdays)

Sign Up... What’s Up This Month...Bags League6/4 - 8/9

Soccer Foundamentals Cl inicMondays 7/23 - 8/20

Mommy & Me Swimming Lessons7/30 - 8/2, 8/6 - 8/9

Adult Disc Golf Fal l LeagueSundays 8/5 - 10/28

Parent & Chi ld Golf Cl inicMondays 8/6 - 8/27

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A U G U S T A C T I V I T I E SFlick and Float—Spy Kids 4D Activity #548On the surface, Marissa Cortez Wilson has it all…married to a famous spy hunting television reporter, a newbaby and intelligent twin step kids. But in reality, trying to mother Rebecca and Cecil, who clearly don’t wanther around, is her toughest challenge yet. Marissa’s world is turned upside down when she’s called back toduty by the head of OSS and Rebecca and Cecil are thrust into action when they learn their boring stepmomwas once a top agent. With a little help from a couple of very familiar Spy Kids, Carmen and Juni Cortez, andsome mind-blowing gadgets, they just may be able to save the world and possibly bring their family togetherwhile they’re at it. Jessica Alba, Jeremy Piven, Joel McHale The Weinstein Company; Rated PG; 89 minutes;2011.

DATE TIME LOCATION FEE REGISTRATION 8/13 8:45 or when dark Rosedale Rapids $1/child, $2/adult At event

Bash at the Bandshell Activity # 382Come, enjoy & relax while listening to local musical talent playing outdoors at a fabulous venue. For ticketInformation please contact the FD Parks & Recreation Department at 576-7237.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION8/18 3 p.m. – 10 p.m. $10 in advance Oleson Bandshell

$15 at the gate(12 & under free)

Skydivers BoogieThis nationally acclaimed skydiving event will take place once again over Labor Day weekend at the FDRegional Airport. Great excitement, food, fun, and lots of people jumping out of airplanes! Opportunity fortandem jumps. For more information contact the FD Airport at 515-573-3881 or FD Parks & Recreation at 515-576-7237.

DATE LOCATION8/31-9/3 FD Regional Airport

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Skydivers Boogie8/31 - 9/3

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S E P T E M B E R A C T I V I T I E SFootball Fundamentals Clinic Activity #476Hut, Hut, HIKE!! Thursday night football action is back with FD Parks & Recreation! Boys and girls in preschoolthrough 2nd grade are invited to register for our football fundamental one-day per week clinic. During the 6-week clinic, athletes will practice proper throwing, catching, and ball-handling techniques, pass route running,blocking techniques, defensive strategies, and game concepts. Boys and girls will rotate through drills andlead up games during our hour practice culminating in week #6 with a “mini flag football game”. This is NOT afootball league, rather an opportunity to exercise, socialize with friends, learn about the game of football, andhave fun!

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION 9/6, 9/13, 9/20 6:00-7:00 p.m. $27 (R), $29 (NR) Harlan Rogers Now – 8-319/27, 10/4(Thursdays)

Placekick, Punt, & Pass Competition Activity #477This one day special event is held for boys and girls aged 5-13. Boys and girls compete in separate agedivisions. Individuals will be given two attempts at each event, with winners in each division receiving a medal.Participants MUST be preregistered.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION 9/12 7:00 p.m. $6 Harlan Rogers Now – 9/11(Wednesday)

Adult Coed Kickball Tournament Activity #432FD Parks and Recreation will host the 2nd Annual Adult COED (18 years & up) KICKBALL Tournament. This eventwill start at 3 pm and finish under the field lights until a CHAMP is crowned. Grab your friends (minimum of 4females and 4 males on each team) for a 1-day event that will make you laugh and reminisce about being a‘gym class hero’. Contact FD Parks and Recreation for rules, roster forms, and any additional questions.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION 9/16 3 p.m. $50/team Harlan Rogers RSVP – Ryan Maehl by 9/12/12

Mini Mini Spikers Activity #533FD Parks and Recreation introduces Mini Mini Spikers! This NEW program is a great way to get your three or fouryear old to experience the fundamentals of volleyball. Parents are encouraged (but not required) to be on the‘mini’ volleyball court to help guide and teach their child throughout the hour. During the first 20 minutesparticipants will learn basic volleyball drills, skills, and rules. The remaining time will be spent playing an “official”volleyball game.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION 9/ 17, 9/24 6:00-7:00 p.m. $17(R) $19(NR) Butler Now – 9/1010/1, 10/8,10/15(Mondays)

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Mini Mini Majors LeagueTuesdays 8/7 - 9/4

Footbal l Fundamentals Cl inicThursdays 9/6 - 10/4

Placekick, Punt & Pass Competi t ion9/12

Adult Coed Kickball Tournament9/16

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Opens for the season on Memorial Day, May 28th!Ride the D.A.R.T. bus to the aquatic center

Session 2April 10-13, 16-195:30 - Levels 1, 2, 36:30 - Levels Pre-school, 4, 5, 6Fort Dodge Senior High Pool

Session 3May 7-10, 14-175:15 pm Levels 1, 26:15 pm Levels 1, 2Fort Dodge Senior High Pool

Session 4June 11-14, 18-219 am - Levels 1, 2, 310 am - Levels Pre-school, 47 pm - Levels Pre-school, 2, 3Rosedale Rapids

Session 5July 9-13, 16-189 am - Levels 1, 2, 310 am - Levels Pre-school, 4, 5, 67 pm - Levels Pre-school, 1Rosedale Rapids

Session 6July 30-August 2, August 6-9Mommy and Me10 am, 7 pmRosedale Rapids

Fitness SwimDay/Time Monday thru Friday - (6 am to 9 am

and 10:45 am to 12:15 pm)Activities Lap swimming, water walkingValid Pass AM Fitness Pass or All Access PassDaily Rate $5.50

Day/Time Monday thru Friday - (7 pm to 8 pm)Activities Water walking, lap swimValid Pass PM Fitness Pass, Individual Pass,

Family Pass or All Access PassDaily Rate $3.50

Open SwimDay/Time Monday thru Sunday - (12:30 - 7 pm)

Daily Admission .............................$5.50All Day Pass....................................$8.50Daily Admission after 5:30 pm .....$3.50

Evening Dates TBA (8 - 10 pm)Any season passAll Day Pass...................$8.50After 5:30 rate...............$3.50

AquaciseDay/Time Monday thru Friday and begins

June 4 - (11 am to 11:45 am)Valid Pass AM Fitness Pass, All Access PassDaily Rate $5.50

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Rosedale Rapids 2012 Schedule

MONDAY-FRIDAY AM Fitness Swim Aquacise Swim Lessons Open Swim PM Fitness Swim6 a.m. to 9 a.m.9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.10 a.m. to 10:45 a.m.11 a.m. to 11:45 a.m.10:45 a.m. to 12:15 p.m.12:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.7 p.m. to 8 p.m. SATURDAY-SUNDAY12:30 - 7 p.m.8 p.m. to 10 p.m. (4x/month) Dates TBA


ALL ACCESS PASSAvailable for Family Pass – Resident $270, Non-Resident $313Available for Individual Pass – Resident $150, Non-Resident $193Have your cake & eat it too—this pass offers it all… AM fitness (18 and OVER), openswim, & evening fitness (18 and OVER)!-Good for swimming, sliding, splashing and fitness during AM fitness (6-9 am, 10:45 am-12:15 am weekdays) (12:30 pm-7 pm daily) (7-8 pm weekdays)-Aquacise taught from 11 am to 11:45 am Monday through Friday (18 and OVER)*Please note that one lane is available for lap swim during open swim hours

OPEN SWIM PASSESAvailable for Family Pass – Resident $220, Non-Resident $263Available for Individual Pass – Resident $98, Non-Resident $141Have FUN IN THE SUN during open swim hours and evening fitness (18 and OVER) bypurchasing this pass!-Good for swimming, sliding, & splashing during open swim hours (12:30-7 pm daily) andevening fitness (7-8 pm weekdays)*Please note that one lane is available for lap swim during open swim hours

BABYSITTER PASS$54.50The “Extra Set of Hands” Pass-Have you exceeded your 2 adults/family pass but have a “summer helper” who takesyour kids to the pool regularly?-Pass will be sold (First name-sitter, Last Name-Family name) Must be accompanyingfamily’s children to be granted admittance.-Babysitter must be at least 16 years of age if children are under 5

AM FITNESS PASSIndividual- Resident $54.50, Non-Resident $611st Additional Family Member $20, 2nd Additional Family Member $10LOVE to exercise in the morning? This is the pass for you!-Good for lap swim, organized “Aquacise” & water walking from 6 am -9 am & 10:45am-12:15 pm ONLY Monday through Friday-This pass is NOT good for use during any open swim hours (12:30 pm-7 pm daily) ORevening fitness (7-8 pm)-Aquacise taught from 11:00 am to 11:45 am Monday through Friday (18 and OVER)

PM FITNESS PASSIndividual- Resident $41, Non-Resident $461st Additional Family Member $15, 2nd Additional Family Member $5Wind down at the end of a hot summer day with this pass!-Good for lap swim & water walking from 7-8 pm Monday through Friday-This pass is NOT good for use during any open swim hours (12:30 pm-7 pm daily)

2012 ROSEDALE RAPIDS GENERAL PASS DESCRIPTIONSINDIVIDUAL-Senior discounts available over 60. Available with this pass only-Should only be purchased for children ages 9 & up (must be able to be @ Rosedalew/o an adult)-Pass cards will be re-used each year. Children under 14 will have new pictures andcards re-issued every two years. KEEP YOUR CARDS FROM SEASON TO SEASON— A $5FEE WILL BE CHARGED FOR REPLACEMENT CARDS.

FAMILY-Family defined as “all living under the same roof”—supporting documents may berequired-No more than 2 adults per pass—grandparent may take place of 1 adult listed ifproviding day care-Children from extended marriages may be included.-Children must still be attending school on a continuous non-stop basis.-No nieces/nephews or neighbors are allowed on the pass.-Passes will be re-used each year. Children under 14 will have new pictures and cardsre-issued every two years. KEEP YOUR CARDS FROM SEASON TO SEASON—A $5 FEE WILLBE CHARGED FOR REPLACEMENT CARDS.-NEW SUMMER 2012 - Children 3-8 years old will be issued cards. Children 3 and under will need their picturetaken but cards will not be issued.*To have special consideration of members listed on your family pass, please submit needed paperwork tothe Director of FD Parks & Recreation. Response granted within 48 hours.

2012 Rosedale Rapids Pass Options

NEW THIS SUMMER! If you or your child are season pass holders at Rosedale Rapids, you mayput credit on your membership account for future purchase of concession items at the pool.

Credits may be purchased May 28th through July 31st at the pool only.Card must be presented to use credit.

Credit/debit cards may also be used for concession purchases this year!

Passes may be purchased at the FD Parks & Recreation Office until May 25th.Starting May 28th all passes need to be purchased at Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center.

2012 ROSEDALE RAPIDS DAILY RATESDaily Pass (Come & go during open swim AND evening fitness hours as you please) - $8.50Daily or AM/PM Fitness Admission - $5.50Daily Admission after 5:30 pm - $3.50Replacement Card if lost - $5Replacement Bracelet if lost - $2*August hours regarding pools and amenities will be accessed the end of July after determining staffavailability. Thank you for your understanding on any reduced usage of the facility.


Mommy & Me Lessons - (For ages 6 months - 5 years)

• Learn to ask for permission before entering thewater.

• Learn how to enter and exit the water in a safemanner.

• Feel comfortable in the water • Explore submerging to the mouth, nose, eyes

and completely. • Explore buoyancy on the front and back position • Change body position in the water • Learn how to play safely. • Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-

approved life jacket.

• Establish expectation for adult supervision. • Learn more ways to enter and exit the

water in a safe manner. • Explore submerging in a rhythmic pattern. • Glide on the front and back with

assistance. • Perform combined stroke on front and

back with assistance. • Change body position in the water. • Experience wearing a U.S. Coast Guard-

approved life jacket in the water.

Preschool Lessons - (For ages 3 years - 4 years old)Orients children to the aquatic environmentand helps them gain basic aquatic skills. • Enter and exit water using ladder, steps or side. • Blow bubbles through mouth and nose. • Submerge mouth, nose and eyes. • Open eyes under water and retrieve submerged

objects. • Front and back glides and recover to a vertical

position. • Back float and recover to a vertical position • Roll from front to back and back to front. • Tread with arm and hand actions. • Alternating and simultaneous leg actions on front

and back. • Alternating and simultaneous arm actions on front

and back. • Combined arm and leg actions on front and back.

Helps children start to gain basicswimming propulsive skills to becomfortable in and around water. • Enter water by jumping in. • Fully submerge and hold breath. • Bobbing. • Front, jellyfish and tuck floats. • Recover from a front or back float or glide

to a vertical position. • Back float and glide. • Change direction of travel while swimming

on front or back. • Tread water using arm and leg actions. • Combined arm and leg actions on front and

back. • Finning arm action on back.

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LEVEL 1 · Introduction to Water SkillsHelps participants feel comfortable in the water • Enter and exit water using ladder, steps or side. • Blow bubbles through mouth and nose. • Bobbing. •Open eyes under water and retrieve submerged

objects. • Front and back glides and floats. • Recover to vertical position. • Roll from front to back and back to front. • Tread water using arm and hand actions. • Alternating and simultaneous leg actions on front

and back. • Alternating and simultaneous arm actions on

front and back. • Combined arm and leg actions on front and

back.

LEVEL 2 · Fundamental Aquatic SkillsGives participants success withfundamental skills • Enter and exit water by stepping or jumping

from the side. • Fully submerge and hold breath. • Bobbing. •Open eyes under water and retrieve

submerged objects. • Front, jellyfish and tuck floats. • Front and back glides and floats. • Recover to vertical position. • Roll from front to back and back to front. • Change direction of travel while

swimming on front or back. • Tread water using arm and leg actions. • Combined arm and leg actions on front

and back. • Finning arm action.LEVEL 3 · Stroke Development

Builds on the skills in Level 2 through additionalguided practice in deeper water • Enter water by jumping from the side • Headfirst entries from the side in sitting and

kneeling positions • Bobbing while moving toward safety • Rotary breathing • Survival float • Back float • Change from vertical to horizontal position on

front and back • Tread water • Flutter, scissor, dolphin and breaststroke kicks on

front • Front crawl and elementary backstroke

LEVEL 5 · Stroke RefinementProvides further coordination and refinement of strokes • Shallow-angle dive from the side then glide and

begin a front stroke • Tuck and pike surface dives, submerge

completely • Front flip turn and backstroke flip turn while

swimming • Front and back crawl, elementary backstroke,

breaststroke, sidestroke and butterfly • Sculling

LEVEL 6 · Swimming and SkillProficiencyRefines the strokes so participants swim themwith ease, efficiency, power and smoothnessover greater distances.

Level 6 is designed with "menu" options thatfocus on preparing participants for moreadvanced courses, including the WaterSafety Instructor, or other aquatic activities,such as competitive swimming or diving.

LEVEL 4 · Stroke ImprovementDevelops confidence in the skills learnedandimproves other aquatic skills • Headfirst entries from the side in compact

and stride positions. • Swim under water. • Feetfirst surface dive. • Survival swimming. • Front crawl and backstroke open turns. • Tread water using 2 different kicks. • Front and back crawl, elementary

backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke andbutterfly.

• Flutter and dolphin kicks on back.

Learn-to-Swim Lessons (Level 1 participants must be 5 yrs. old by starting lesson date)


Tuesday May 8thRosedale Rapids 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday May 15thRosedale Rapids 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Tuesday May 22ndRosedale Rapids 4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.* Come prepared to have your picture taken if purchasing a membershipfor the first time.

* Pass cards will be reused each year.

Lakes ide Gol f Course Phone: 515-576-6741

Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center Season Passes

Attend one of the Tuesdays inMay to purchase your seasonpass @ Rosedale Rapids! 2012season passes will also be sold @the FD Parks & Recreation Officethrough May 25th. Starting May28th passes will need to be

purchased @ Rosedale RapidsAquatic Center.

This beautifully manicured 18-hole course includes a long and straight front nine and ashort & narrow back nine. Lakeside amenities include a driving range, modern clubhousecomplete with large Pro-Shop, concessions, & deck. Leagues played every week night.

Leagues (9 holes)Monday: Women's League . . . .5:30pmTues. AM: Senior League . . . . . .9:30amTues-Thurs: Men's League . . . . .5:30pmFriday: Couples League . . . . . . .5:30pm

We want to see YOUR group, family, service club, or business at Lakeside this summer! We arecurrently taking reservations for golf outings for the 2012 season. Let us schedule you today!

FREE GREEN FEEWith Purchase of Cart

Not valid on tournament or leagues.Expires May 26th, 2012

OPEN FOR THE SEASON MEMORIAL DAY!

HOURS OF NORMAL OPERATIONSeven days a week weather permitting, will close in case of badweather upon discretion of staff. Hours are: 11:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.Monday through Sunday. Staff reserves the right to modify if necessarywithout notice. If weather watches are issued, the splash pad will beclosed. Re-opening will be determined on the time of day.

WHAT IS A SPLASH PAD?A splash pad is an area for water play that has no standing water. Thewater in the system is recycled and treated water that is treated to atleast the same level of quality as swimming pool water standards. Tohelp us in keeping our public aquatic facilities clean, we ask that swimdiapers be worn at all times, those with diarrhea refrain from playing inthe water, and we all do our part to discourage the drinking ofpool/splash pad water.

Friendly reminders before visiting the Oleson Park Splash Pad:* SWIM SUITS REQUIRED FOR PLAY IN SPLASH PAD* Street shoes not allowed * Swim diapers required* Pets outside of fenced area* Plastic containers only* This is a smoke free environment* Walk please! Not responsible for injury incurred while running * Leave the gum home and bicycles outside of fence area* Parents and adults please help enforce our safe play rules

RENT THE OLESON PARK SPLASH PAD:Great for company parties, family reunions and birthday parties. Giveyour guests an experience to remember; grandparents and toddlersalike will enjoy this activity. The Oleson Park Splash pad is available forrental on Thursdays and Sundays from 6 p.m.-8 p.m. with a $40 fee. Formore information contact FD Parks & Recreation at 515-576-7237!

DATE EVENTApril 28 Twins Baseball Camp

May 3 & 7 ICCC Regional Softball

May 12 & 13 FDBA Early Bird

May 19 & 20 Men’s Slow Pitch Early Bird

May 19 & 20 FDBA Tournament

June 2 & 3 Girl’s FD Classic

June 15 & 16 FDSH Softball Invite

June 9 & 10 FDBA Pre-State Tournament

June 22 - 24 ASA State Tournament (10 & Under)

July 2 - 10 District & Regional HS Softball

July 7 - 14 District & Regional HS Baseball

July 16 - 20 IGHSAU State Softball Championships

July 27 - 29 E. West State ASA Men’s Slow Pitch

Aug. 16 Kickball Tournament

Sept. 15 Pro/College Scout Day, IA Jr. Colleges

*This calendar does not include local sporting events run by the school system.

Home of Dodger Softball & Gael Softball/BaseballHost of the Iowa Girls High School Athetic Union State

Softball Championships since 1970.North on 15th Street Across from the Airport

Batting CagesCheck out the Jensen Builders batting cages, sponsored by the Fort DodgeSlow Pitch Association. $1 for 15 pitches can be purchased at FD Parks &Recreation Office or at the Harlan Rogers Concession stand. Helmets arerequired. Baseball, Fast pitch & Slow pitch softball cages available.

Field Rental Availability Call 576-2851

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24 Fort Dodge Parks & Recreation www.fortdodgeiowa.org/parks Fall/Winter 2011-12

The Parks FoundationThe Parks Foundation was formed in2002 to strengthen and enrich the parksystem in Fort Dodge by providingsupplementary funds. These funds willbe used for trees, shrubs, flowers,signage and other enhancements plusmonies for long-range planning andlandscape design. Members of theFoundation include: Jeff Becker, JaneGibb, Carolyn Brandt, Dr. Matt Maggio,Dan Garst, Katie Kregel, Tim Holmstrom,Dennis Milefchik, Mary Jo Wagner(Chair) and Tom Sullivan.

The Parks CommissionThe Parks Commission governs rules andregulations for use of parks, as well asrecreational facilities and recreationprograms. The group serves to advisecouncil on the needed facilities toprovide open space, such as parks,playgrounds and community facilitiesand for other forms of recreation. Thegroup also updates and revise plans asrequired, sets fees for recreationalprograms and makes recommendations

to council for changes in Parks,Recreation and Forestry. Members ofthe Commission include: Steve Daniel,Mark Campbell, Mary Jo Wagner,Michael Payne, Ashley O’Brion, DennisPilcher, Clark Root and Kirk Yung.

Friends of Oleson Park ZooFriends of Oleson Park Zoo is a non-profitcharitable organization that was formedin 2002. The "Friends" own the animals inthe zoo. They acquire new animals aswell as sell surplus animals. The zoo ismaintained by donations andmemberships to Friends of Oleson ParkZoo. Memberships are $15 for individuals,$25 for families, and $100 for businesses.If you are interested in becoming amember, simply send your name,address, and payment to:

Oleson Park ZooP.O. Box 33Fort Dodge, IA 50501

*Please make checks payable to"Friends of Oleson Park Zoo."

PARK RULES & REGULATIONSThe parks are open from sunrise to sunset every day. We need your help tokeep our parks safe and enjoyable for all...so please keep the following inmind when using your parks: • Please drive only on established roadways • Fires are only allowed in designated areas and trash must be picked

up at all times. • No dogs shall run at large in any city park. Leashes of no more than 6

feet should be used. • Please respect trees, shrubs and plants in all parks. • Please report acts of vandalism to police or FD Parks & Recreation at

576-7237.

ADOPT-A-PARK PROGRAMThis program was designed to enhance and improve our City parks. Civicgroups have adopted the following parks thus far:

FACILITY GROUPHawley-Lions Park Noon Lions ClubKennedy Brown John CopperRD Mitchell Park Golden K KiwanisRiverside Park Curt OlsonSnell-Crawford Park Noon Rotary Club If your group or neighborhood would like to adopt a park or for a completelist of our 32 park, 500-acre park system, contact FD Parks & Recreation.

PICA (Pride In Community Appearance)Thanks to all PICA members for their continued hard work in helping us keepour parks beautiful. For more information about the group, or to join, pleaseemail Jan and Phyllis Wilson at [email protected]

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Snell-Crawford Park Williams Drive & 12th Ave North

Cabin with fireplace has a 40 - 45 person capacity. Park includes: three sand volleyball courts,backstop, new playground structure, Disc golf course, walking trail, picnic tables and grills, andpublic restroom.

Hydro-Electric Park4th Avenue Northwest & 1st Street

Cabin with fireplace has a 40 - 45 person capacity. Park includes: basketball court, backstop,play equipment, tennis court, boat ramp, picnic tables and grills, restroom open with cabinrental.

Loomis ParkHawkeye Avenue & Loomis Park Drive

Check out the newly renovated boathouse with a 75 - 80 person capacity. Park has new playequipment, two open shelters, picnic tables and grills, horse shoe courts, water fountain andpublic porta pottie.

Oleson Park12th Avenue South & 17th Street

Cabin has 60-person capacity. Handicapped accessible park, splash pad, bathhouse, monsternew play equipment, swing set, animal zoo, band shell, open shelters, volleyball court, benches,picnic tables and grills, public restroom, handicap water fountain, regular fountain, open spacefor activities, mountain bike trail through woods.

To Reserve A Cabin:Reservations can be made at FD Parks & Recreation in City Hall. We begin taking reservationsfor 2012 the first business day in January. WE DO NOT TAKE RESERVATIONS OVER THE PHONE!Reservations are $50.00 for Snell Crawford & Hydro-Electric, and $75 for Loomis & Oleson. A$100 key deposit required upon signing an agreement for the requested date of all cabinrentals. Contact FD Parks & Recreation at 576-7237 for further information.

Sorry, we do not manage ALL of the shelters around the Fort Dodge area. To rent the the Bob HeunShelter (Kennedy Park), please call 576-4258. To rent the Izaak Walton shelter, call 571-7615.

Oleson Park

Snell Crawford Park

Loomis Park

Hydro Electric Park

C i ty Park Cabin Renta ls


Proud Recipient of the Tree City Awardfor the past 29 years!

Phone: 573-5791

Fort Dodge Parks & Recreation is proud to have a full-serviceForestry Department under its auspices. City Forestry providestrimming and/or pruning of city right of way (parking trees),removing dead, dying, hazardous or diseased trees from theparking or other city property. They also grind out and removestumps from the parking and city property and refill holes withblack dirt and compost.

Forestry provides other miscellaneous care of cracked and/orinjured trees and they provide information in regard toinsect/disease problems infecting trees.

Tree Memorial ProgramOne of our most successful parks programs, a tree memorial is anoutstanding and thoughtful way to remember a loved one. CallFD Parks & Recreation to receive more information or visitfortdodgeiowa.org to print off a copy of the Tree Memorial OrderForm.

DATES FOR TREE PLANTINGSSpring & Fall

Please remember, if your property abuts an alleyway, it is your civic duty to

help create unimpeded travel along the roadway. Unpruned brush can create

vision and safety concerns, cause property damage to vehicles that travel

through, and could hinder the ability of the FDPD, Fire and Public Works

Departments to effectively carry out their jobs. Please help us make the

alleyways safe!

Fores t ry Depar tment Recreat ional T ra i l s Sys tem

THERE’S NOTHING LIKE IT.

BLACKHAWK MARINE SALES & SERVICE Jim & Lisa Garrels, Owners 3001 Hwy 71, Lake View, Iowa 51450 Ph. 712-657-2368 • Fax 712-657-8931

(JUNCTION OF M54 & HWY. 71)

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The park system presently has three trails that are linked togetherproviding social, recreational, and economic benefits to the community.Make sure to watch for new trail connections opening later this spring &summer.

Fort Dodge Nature Trail - 3 milesBegins at Williams Drive at Snell-Crawford park entrance and leads northeast tothe city limits ending at Highway D-14. The nature trail is good for walking, biking,jogging, and cross-country skiing.

Soldier Creek Nature Trail - 2.8 milesBegins at Williams Drive and leads southwest under North 3rd Street Bridge toCentral Avenue, then West and North to Hawkeye Avenue Bridge. The trail is 10'wide and asphalted to Central Avenue, switching to concrete from CentralAvenue to Hawkeye Bridge. Good for walking, biking, rollerblading, andskateboarding.

Phinney Park Trail - 1 mileBegins at Phinney Park entrance and leads south along the Des Moines River toAvenue C Hill. The trail is 10' wide and all asphalted. Good for walking, biking,rollerblading, and skateboarding.

32nd Street Trail - 2 milesBegins at 5th Avenue North & 32nd Street. Trail leads North adjacent to 32ndStreet through the roundabout continuing North by the aquatic center to 25thAvenue North. This trail has a future connection to Soldier Creek Trail.

15th Street Trail - 1 mileBegins at the corner of Villiage Inn. Trail continues North to Harlan Rogers.

*All trails are closed to motorized vehicles.


Citizen’s Central617 Central Avenue

Fort Dodge

Foster GrandparentsShare Today,

Shape Tomorrow

573-3429Fort Dodge Parks, Recreation & Forestry is proud to offer programs

exclusively for older active adults!Citizen’s Central is for persons 55 & older.

A Facility To Fit All Of Your NeedsCitizen’s Central offers something for everyone including: social activities,games, parties, billiards, adult education classes, exercise equipment, health& wellness activities (including yoga), and computer lab with Internetcapabilities. For a complete monthly schedule of events call Kim Wolfe at573-3429.

2012-13 User FeesThe user fee for Citizen’s Central is $31 per year for individuals 55 and olderand $36 for individuals under 55. Informational programs and healthscreening will remain free for users.

Congregate MealsDAYS TIME LOCATION SUGGESTED FEEMon-Fri 11:30 a.m. Citizen’s Central $3.00-$5.00 60 & older $5.45 under 60 (Salad bar an additional $1.20/day)*For weekly activities & menus see the Lifestyle section in the Sunday Messenger.

Renting the Citizen’s Central FacilityNeed a room for a big party, reception, graduation, meeting or gathering?Then rent Citizen’s Central. A variety of meeting/party rooms available withseating for 10-165 people. Call Kim Wolfe at 573-3429 for rental rates andreservations.

FACILITY FEESmall Conference Room $46 + $45 deposit - $92 All Day(seating for 30-60)

Large Dining Room with kitchen facility $128 + $100 deposit - (4 hour increment)(seating up to 165) $163 + $100 deposit - (All Day Rental)

*Renters having alcohol will incur an additional $100 fee.*Events held after hours will be charges an $10/hour attendant fee.

Movie FridaysThe first Friday of every month, plan to enjoy a free movie (with paid user fee)shown at C2 @ 12:30 p.m. Monthly birthday party is thrown the same day!

“Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.”

328 South 8th Street Fort Dodge, IA 50501 515-576-4171

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Pat Reed Insurance Co.

Established 1969

576-5401When you share your love, time and experience, you have the power tohelp a child who needs you.

Foster Grandparents are role models, mentors,and friends.

If you’re 55 or older and want to share yourexperience and compassion, you have what ittakes to be a Foster Grandparent.

Most foster grandparents qualify for a tax-freestipend that amounts to about $2,000 per year.

You’ll receive training prior to serving and have opportunities for otherbenefits such as transportation via DART or cash reimbursement.

When you serve as a Foster Grandparent, you’re not just helping others—you’re helping yourself.

You’ll meet new friends, make new discoveries, and maybe evendevelop a more positive outlook on life.


Do you like working outside...Meetng new people? Check outemployment opportunities available with the Fort Dodge Parks &Recreation Department...it’s a fun place to work!

Looking for a FUN Job?

Positions Available:(Many hours required involve nights & weekends.)

DUNCOMBE GAS & GROCERY Your Brushy Creek fishing headquarters.

Live bait and tackle year round. Visit The Duncombe Car Wash & Laundromat

418 Main Street • Duncombe, IA 50532 • 515-543-8269 Hours: Mon-Fri 5am-8pm; Sat-Sun 6am-8pm visit our new website at www.duncombegandg.com

Aquatic Center Lifeguards/Cashiers

Applications for the 2011-12 season are accepted beginning in January.Applications are available at www.fortdodgeiowa.org or the FD Parks &Recreation office. Please return your completed application to:FD Parks & Recreation819 1st Avenue SouthFort Dodge, IA 50501

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“We Sell The Best and Service The Rest” We have over 250 New & Used Cars In Stock

• We do everything from minor tune ups to major rebuilds.

• We have a rental fleet for special events. • Sales for both individuals & Golf course

fleets along with leases for golf courses. • We have parts & accessories for almost all

makes & models of Golf Cars. • Come & experience “the Drive”


3/24 Trout Stocking & Fishing Clinic - Moorland Pond3/31 Hy-Vee Half Marathon FD - Kennedy Park4/14 Spring Park Festival - Kennedy Park

(Maple Syrup Festival, CITO, Nest Box Bldg, Prairie Burn)

4/15 Campground opens - Kennedy Park5/4 Night Paddling - Brushy Cr. (south boat ramp)5/12 Duane Bill Family Fishing - Kennedy Park5/17 Plant Some Shade program - Kennedy Park6/2 Fishing Derby - Brushy Creek SRA6/2 Night Paddling - Brushy Cr. (south boat ramp)6/2 & 3 3-D Archery Shoot - Kennedy Park6/9 Women in the Outdoors - Brushy Creek SRA6/16 Paddling Class - Kennedy Park6/30 Prairie Hike - Brushy Creek SRA7/3 Night Paddling - Brushy Cr. (south boat ramp)7/13 Water Trails Dedication - Phinney Park access

Paddle the Lizard7/14 River Trash Bash (clean-up) - DM River (morning)7/14 Summer Park Festival - Kennedy Park (evening)7/21 & 22 3-D Archery Shoot - Kennedy Park7/27, 28, 29 Dragon Boat Bash - Kennedy Park8/1 Night Paddling - Brushy Cr. south boat ramp8/13, 14, 16 Hunter Safety - Kennedy Park8/18 & 19 3-D Archery Shoot - Kennedy Park8/25 Adventure Race - Brushy Creek SRA8/25 Butterfly Tagging - Brushy Creek PRC8/31 Night Paddling - Brushy Cr. south boat ramp9/9 Skillet Creek Hike - Skillet Cr. Indian Mds10/13 Fall Park Festival - Kennedy Park10/15 Campground closes - Kennedy Park10/27 State Cross Country meet - Kennedy Park11/8 Friends Banquet - Kennedy Park11/17 Archeology Workshop - Kennedy Park12/TBA Lights At Kennedy - Kennedy Park

Webster County Conservation2012 Public Outdoor Events

Webster County Conservation 1415 Nelson Ave.,Fort Dodge, IA 515-576-4258

www.webstercountyia.org Link: conservation; events ORwww.mycountyparks.com

[email protected]**All programs are free unless otherwise noted.


FeesAll fees must be paid at the time of registration. Fees due maybe paid by cash, check, debit card or credit card. Checksshould be made payable to "Fort Dodge Parks & Recreation".Please note all fees may be subject to change.

Non-Resident Fee InformationAll FD Parks & Recreation programs and facilities are fundedby tax supported revenues paid for by the citizens of FortDodge. Therefore a Non-resident fee should be appliedwhere applicable.

Please notice this key as it pertains to fees throughout thisbrochure: (R)-Resident - Pays City water bill (NR)- Non-resident

for FD Parks & Recreation activities offeredthroughout the 2012 summer season.

Visit fortdodgeiowa.org/parks often for newprogram offerings!

Refund/Credit PolicyCash refunds will not be made except in cases where a program/class has been cancelled. A credit on your account will be issued for the full amount to be usedtoward any recreational program within the following 12 months. A credit refund will NOT be issued if a class or activity is considered full. Please remember: it isthe parent/guardian responsibility to remember the dates of programs their child has registered for. Credits will not be issued for missed participation.

Weather CancellationsPrograms that are cancelled or postponed due to inclement weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control will be announced assoon as possible. Call 576-6888 for such information. When possible, programs will be rescheduled.

Photo ReleaseOn occasion, our staff may take photographs/videos of participants at FD Parks & Recreation programs and activities. Any photos/videos of participants may beused for future departmental promotional materials.

Email/Text UpdatesMake sure that you are signed up to receive text & email updates from FD Parks & Recreation. Call our office @ 576-7237 to add your cell phone and cell providerand/or your current email. By doing so, you can plan on being up to date about what’s happening with parks and recreation.

Account Troubles?If a participant is outside the birth date range for a selected activity you may have trouble completing an online registration. Call our office at (515)576-7237 forhelp. Please DO NOT create an additional account.

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Documents

Fort Dodge Parks & Rec Spring Guide