Registration and Policies

The Blaine Parks and Recreation Department strives to provide community programs and services where unmet interests and needs exist, and to promote cooperation with schools, athletic and civic organizations, community agencies, and interested individuals in the areas of education, recreation, and social and cultural pursuits.

How to Register

Online

Visit the RecConnect online at BlaineParks.com/Register. A username and password are needed to register; select Create an Account. Only credit card payments are accepted online.

In Person

Residents may register in person at the Customer Service Center at Blaine City Hall, Monday through Friday, 8AM to 4:30PM.

Phone

Call the Parks and Recreation office at 763-785-6164. Residents are defined as individuals living within Blaine city limits. Proof of residency may be required.

Payments

Cash, check, and credit card payments are accepted. Specific modes of registration may require a certain type of payment. Fees must be paid at the time of registration.

No News is Good News

Some programs and activities may require a minimum number of participants. You will only be notified if the class/activity is full or canceled. You will not receive a confirmation letter or call.

Refunds

Refunds are given if Blaine Parks and Recreation cancels the program or if registration fails because the activity is full. Participants canceling at least 7 days prior to an activity will be charged a cancellation fee as follows: $5 for programs costing $10 to $99; $10 for programs costing $100 or more. Refunds will not be given for programs costing less than $10 or for cancellations made less than 7 days prior to the program start date. Trip refunds are subject to specific policies on a per trip basis, based on advanced ticket purchases. Participants must contact the Parks and Recreation Department to request a refund.

Day Care Providers

Providers are welcomed to enroll children in activities. Parents must sign individual registration forms.

Age Groups

Activities are designed to meet developmental guidelines of the specified age group. The Parks and Recreation Department does not allow children to register for activities above or below their grade/age.

Accessibility

All programs listed in this brochure are open to people with disabilities. If you need assistance or inclusion services, please call 763-785-6164. Inclusion services must be set up at least three weeks prior to program start.

Photo Policy

Photographs of program or park participants are periodically taken. These photos may appear in the local newspapers and/or Parks and Recreation Department digital and print publications. If you do not want your photo used, please tell the photographer.

Weather Policy

When inclement weather arises, parents or participants may go to BlaineParks.com for the latest updates about programs and events being canceled, delayed, or rescheduled. Also during normal office hours (Monday through Friday, 8AM to 4:30PM) parents or participants may call the Parks and Recreation office at 763-785-6164.Park Repairs Please notify park maintenance at 763-785-6165 about damage, vandalism, or equipment cleanliness issues.

Help End Park Vandalism

The Blaine Police Department and Park Patrol need your help to prevent vandalism and apprehend those who vandalize parks and recreation facilities. Vandals destroy what tax dollars have created. Costs associated with repairing vandalized property takes money away from recreational programs and facilities. Help stop vandalism. Always call 9-1-1 to report a crime in progress, including vandalism. To report a crime that occurred in a park but does not require immediate police response, call 763-4271212. Calls are accepted 24 hours a day and you can remain anonymous.

Park Board Meetings

Regular meetings of the Blaine Park Advisory Board are conducted on the fourth Tuesday of each month at 7PM at Blaine City Hall. All residents encouraged to attend. Persons wishing to present a discussion topic should contact the City in advance or visit BlaineMN.gov/ParkBoard.