Fort Dodge Parks & Rec - Winter Program

WINTER

2023-2024

PROGRAM GUIDE

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Table of Contents www.fortdodgeiowa.org/parks Staff Directory_________________________ 4 Important Contact Information_______________ 4 Social Media__________________________ 4 Policies _____________________________ 5 Program Registration Dates_________________ 6 How to Register________________________ 7 Team Formation________________________ 8 League Sponsors________________________ 8 Youth Leagues_________________________ 9 Special Events__________________ 10-11, 14-15 “IT’S Trail Map__________________________ 12-13 ALWAYS THE Youth Activities_________________________16 SEASON FOR Activity Bags__________________________17 PEACE, LOVE, Seasonal Job Fair________________________18 HOPE, Foster Grandparents Program________________19 & A CURE!” Citizen’s Central_________________________20 2023 total: $31,516.11 Parks & Forestry________________________21 17 years accumulative total: Cabin & Shelter Rentals____________________22 $405,718.10 Oleson Park Pavilion______________________23

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Staff Directory

www.fortdodgeiowa.org/parks

Lori Branderhorst – Parks, Recreation & Forestry Director: lbrandherhorst@fortdodgeiowa.org Kevin Lunn – Parks & Forestry Superintendent: forestry@fortdodgeiowa.org Chad Graaf – Grounds Superintendent: cgraaf@fortdodgeiowa.org Hannah Angstrom – Recreation Superintendent: hangstrom@fortdodgeiowa.org Erin Arndt – Program Supervisor: earndt@fortdodgeiowa.org Alec Schanz – Aquatics & Program Coordinator: aschantz@fortdodgeiowa.org Alexis Wolfe – Recreation Technician II: awolfe@fortdodgeiowa.org Andrea Richardson – Administrative Coordinator: arichardson@fortdodgeiowa.org Jessica Merritt – Parks, Recreation & Forestry Secretary: jmerritt@fortdodgeiowa.org Mary Solverson –Foster Grandparents Program Director: msolverson@fortdodgeiowa.org Ron Bygness – Lakeside Maintenance: rbygness@fortdodgeiowa.org Ryan Zeka – Harlan & Hazel Rogers Grounds: rzeka@fortdodgeiowa.org Rich Peterson – Parks & Forestry Operations Supervisor Aaron Steburg – City Forester Ryan Ziems – Forestry Technician Aaron Claus – ROW Maintenance Jason Jones – Parks & Forestry Maintenance Fort Dodge Parks & Rec Matt Lara – Parks & Forestry Maintenance

Facebook Pages

Fort Dodge Foster Grandparents

Important Contact Information

Harlan Rogers Sports Complex

Parks, Recreation & Forestry – 515-576-7237

Lakeside Golf Course

Foster Grandparents – 515-576-5401

Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center

Lakeside Golf Course – 515-576-6741 Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center – 515-955-4284

Instagram Page

Fort Dodge Soccer Association – fdsoccer.org

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EMAIL/TEXT UPDATES

FEES

Call 515-576-7237 to sign up for email/text updates from Fort Dodge Parks & Recreation about programs & facilities

All fees must be paid for at the time of registration. Fees due may be paid by cash, check, debit, or credit card.

Checks should be made payable to “Fort Dodge Parks & Recreation.” Please note fees and program dates are subject to change.

ACCOUNT TROUBLES

If a participant is outside of the birth date range for a selected activity, you may have trouble completing a registration online. If you cannot remember your login information for ActiveNet, call Fort Dodge Parks & Recreation Department at 515-576-7237 or email parks@fortdodgeiowa.org, and we will unlock/reset your password.

REFUND/CREDIT POLICY

There will be no cash refund for any reason. Account credit will be applied for a time not exceeding two years from the date of original purchase. All services or merchandise sold by the Fort Dodge Parks & Recreation Department is sold as-is without any guarantee. By making a purchase with the Fort Dodge Parks & Recreation Department, you are confirming that you have read and understood our no cash refund policy. It is the parent/guardian’s responsibility to remember the dates of programs their child is registered for; credits will not be issued for missed participation.

SEASON PASSES – PAYMENT PLAN

We will be offering Payment Plans for Season Passes to Lakeside Municipal Golf Course & Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center for the 2024 Seasons! Stop in or call our Parks & Recreation Office for more details after December 1, 2023.

GIFT CERTIFICATES

REFUNDS/CREDIT FOR ACTIVITES & CABIN RENTALS

Stop in at the Parks & Recreation Office for a Gift Certificate for any special occasion. Gift Certificates can be used for rentals, season passes, daily fees, recreation programs, or concessions!

- After the program starts: no credit on the account unless medical with documentation - 7 business days prior to start: 50% credit on the account - Before 7 business days: Full credit on account - Transferring between classes or sessions: No penalty - Removal from class/activity by staff recommendation: Full credit on account

NEW SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

Thanks to generous sponsors from Baker Electric, Cargill, Fort Dodge Asphalt, & Fort dodge Fiber we now have a limited scholarship program available to those in need. Inquire with Erin at earndt@fortdodgeiowa.org.

Scholarship applications are available on our website www. fortdodgeiowa.org/parks.

WEATHER CANCELLATIONS

Programs that are canceled or postponed due to inclement weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control will be announced as soon as possible.

Updates will be posted on our Facebook Page, Fort Dodge Parks & Rec if activities are canceled for that day. We will do our best to reschedule programs but cannot guarantee it.

PHOTO & VIDEO RELEASE

On occasion, our staff may take photographs/videos of participants at Parks & Recreation programs, activities, special events & facilities. Any photos/videos of participants may be used for future departmental promotional and marketing materials.

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Recreation Programs Registration Dates www.fortdodgeiowa.org/parks YOUTH LEAGUES • • •

Basketball PreK-Kindergarten & 1-2nd Grades October 16 - December 15 Novice Track February 3- March 31 2–3-Year-Old Soccer in the Parks February 20- April 14

SPECIAL EVENTS • • • • • • •

Business Christmas Tree Walk Sign Up November 1- December 1 Donuts with Santa November 3-December 1 Daddy Daughter Dance November 24- January 19 Egg My Yard January 29-March 24 Doggie Easter Egg Hunt February 5-March 24 Puzzle Palooza March 4 – April 7 Charcutiere Board Class March 8- April 5

ACTIVITIES • • • •

12 Days of Christmas Activity Bag November 6- December 5 Letters from Santa November 3- December 1 Gingerbread House Class October 19-December 8 Science Class January 5-February 16

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How to Register Visit www.fortdodgeiowa.org/parks often for program offerings!

HOW TO REGISTER FOR FORT DODGE PARKS & RECREATION PROGRAMS:

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Online: www.fortdodgeiowa.org/parks American Express, Discover, MasterCard & Visa accepted *convenience charge will apply*

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Mail or Drop Off:

Parks & Recreation Department Citizen’s Central 617 Central Ave, Fort Dodge, IA 50501 Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm

GRADE LEVELS

Register according to the grade level the participant is CURRENTLY enrolled in.

LATE REGISTRATIONS

Registrations after the deadline may be accepted only in the instance that there is room on a team.

Registering late will include an additional $15 late fee.

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TEAM FORMATION INFORMATION •

School Teams – All Fall/Winter leagues will have school teams to the best of our ability depending on: › The number of participants registered from each elementary school › The number of coaches available for each school › Middle school students (6th grade) will play for the elementary school they attended › Summer league will be mixed

ALL-INCLUSIVE SPORTS JERSEY Thanks to our generous sponsors, we now offer an all-inclusive reversible mesh sports jersey. These jerseys will be worn for every Youth Recreation Alliance League/Activity that is noted within registration. Schedules will depict which color, white or black, your team will wear during competitions, but regardless, you will have both all in one.

This jersey will only be a one-time purchase of $20 and can be passed down to siblings or shared with siblings if games/practices don’t overlap.

Thank you to our generous League Sponsors!

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PreK-Kindergarten Basketball Skills Camp

$40

Our simple, most basic basketball experience for the youngest group of kids. They will learn the fundamentals on a modified hoop. They will participate in a skills camp 1-day each week for four weeks.

Skill Camp Dates: Time: Location: Registration:

January 13, 20, 27 February 43 Saturday Mornings 8:30am-9:15am Butler Elementary School October 16 - December 15

Recreation Basketball League 1-2nd Grade

$45

The focus of the half-court 3 on 3 Recreation League is the introduction of basketball principles, skill development, physical exercise, to learn and enjoy the sport of basketball. Participants will have 1 weekday practice, and 1 game day (weeknight practices determined by coach).

Game Dates: Time: Location: Registration:

January 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17 Nights (practices) and Weekends (games) Butler Elementary School October 16 - December 15 *All-Inclusive jersey not included but required

Novice Track (Ages 4-10)

$40

Learn the basics of track and field by practicing: conditioning, stretching, short sprints, long runs, relays, shuttle relays, shot put, and disc throw. Mini Track Meet, Tuesday, May 7th: 4–6-year-old 5:30-6:30pm, 7–10-year-old 7:00-8:00pm.

Registration: Dates: Time: Location:

Soccer in the Parks (Ages 2-3)

February 2 - April 5 April 9, 16, 23, 30, May 7 (Tuesdays) 5:45-6:45 PM *Excludes Track Meet Date St. Edmond Arena Track

$40

Join us for some skills development, fun games, and scrimmages!

We are here just for fun! The very basics, no hands, kicking the ball in the right direction, and kicking a goal with a few games included. Three weeks of skills camps, two weeks of games!

Registration: Dates: Time: Location:

February 23 – April 12 April 25, May 2, 9, 16, 23 (Thursdays) Evenings TBD

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Business Sign Up-Christmas Tree Walk

$25

Let’s spread some Christmas Cheer! Display your business, local service group, a memory tree, or a fun tree for the public to see. A tradition we started just back in 2021—a huge success of over 400 viewers from the public. Set up times, viewing dates, and other information is available online when registration opens. There will be THREE top trees chosen for a prize drawing!

Registration Date: Times:

Location:

November 1 – December 1 Viewing Saturday and Sunday evenings & during normal business hours Saturday, December 9, Sunday, December 10 & Saturday, December 16, Sunday, December 17 3:30-6:00pm Citizen’s Central

Donuts with Santa

$10

Ho Ho Ho! Santa is back again this year, but this time he is serving donuts! Join us in your matching family PJS or your best dressed Christmas outfit and share a donut, enjoy a chat with Santa, and do a fun craft! *Cost includes child & parent Registration Date: Date: Location: Time:

November 3 - December 1 Saturday, December 9 City Hall Council Chambers 9:00-10:30am

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Daddy Daughter Dance

This once-in-a-year opportunity allows fathers, grandfathers, or father figures the chance to take their daughters or granddaughters, ages 5-13, out for an evening of fun, food, and dancing!

In addition to dancing there will be door prizes, refreshments, and munchies. A professional photographer will be available to capture a memorable picture. Preregistration is required and space is LIMITED for the day, so be sure to invite that special little girl early. Online registration is available for any number of daughters. A daughter under the age of five but more than three may attend if the primary daughter is above the age of five.

Registration: Date: Time: Location: Cost:

November 24 - January 19 Sunday, February 4th 4:00-6:00pm Cardiff Center at Fort Frenzy $45 for one child, $70 for two children, $85 for three children

Egg My Yard

The Easter Bunny will be hopping around Fort Dodge to EGG YOUR YARD! Parks & Recreation Staff have booked two nights of egging your front yard with stuffed Easter eggs! Register for the time, date, and how many eggs you want the “Easter Bunny” to hide for fun morning surprise!

Dates: Time: Registration Dates:

Friday, March 29 & Saturday, March 30 8:30pm-9:30pm each evening we will be out egging yards!

January 29 – March 24

25 Eggs 50 Eggs 75 Eggs 100 Eggs

$20 $40 $60 $80

10 Spots 10 Spots 5 Spots 5 Spots

*Must live within Fort Dodge City Limits – if you register outside of city limits, we reserve the right to decline without refund

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Special Events Cont.

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Spring Vendor Show

Join us and our 20+ vendors for our annual Spring Vendor show. Explore all the neat things provided to you by those within our community! We provide light refreshments as you walk about. Provided by the Nemours vendors are door prize giveaways. If you are interested in becoming a vendor for this show email Alexis at awolfe@fortdodgeiowa.org & she can provide you with more information.

Date: Time: Location:

Saturday, March 23 9am – 2pm Citizen’s Central

Four Legs & Easter Eggs $3

Easter isn’t just for our littles to enjoy; our doggies want in on the fun, too! Join the Parks and Recreation Department for a four-legged easter egg hunt for your pups. This event is a fun way to give back to the very shelter that helps dogs and cats find their forever home. Pre-registration is required for this event. 2 sessions will be available – one for smaller dogs and one for larger dogs.

Registration: February 5 - March 24 Date: Saturday, March 30 Times: Session 1: 10am-11am Session 2: 11:30am-12:30am Location: Almost Home Animal Shelter Cost: $3 and Donation of supplies for Almost Home Supply List: -Clumping cat litter

-Laundry soap

-Dryer sheets

-Paper towels -Pine-sol

-Purina dog or cat food

-Sensitive stomach & skin cat food Rules: *Each dog must have their own handler 12+ years of older *All dogs must remain on a leash, no retractable leashes – 6ft leash required *Non-Aggressive/Friendly Dogs – Almost Home & Parks/Rec staff reserve the right to ask anyone to leave if their dog is being aggressive for any reason *Up to date on vaccinations *Donation of cleaning supplies to enter Fort Dodge Parks & Recreation Winter 2023-2024

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Puzzle Palooza

$30

Come be a puzzle completing champ with both recreation divisions and competitive divisions! In teams of 2-4 will race against each other to finish the same 500-piece jigsaw puzzle. Snacks and beverages are allowed during the event, and we will provide Chex Mix, lemonade, and water There will be 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place prices available for both divisions.

Registration Date: March 4 – April 7 Date: Sunday, April 14 Times: 10am-12:30pm Location: Citizen’s Central

Charcuterie Board Class

$30

Invite your friends out for a night of edible crafting & good conversation! We will provide charcuterie foods and a board for keep sake. Create something especially pleasing but also delicious with your friends (board will serve 5 total people)! Class is limited to 20 people.

Registration Dates: Date: Time: Location: Ages:

March 8 – April 5 or when class is full Wednesday, April 10 6:00pm – 8:00pm Citizen’s Central 18+ BYOB (wine or beer welcome) must have a valid ID present.

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Letters From Santa $5

Get in the Christmas spirit by signing up for your child to receive a letter from Santa in the mail. This letter, written in simple, easy to read language, is a fun surprise for any child. It will come in an envelope with Santa’s name and return address on the corner, addressed directly to your child. A unique idea for all your nieces, nephews, or grandchildren no matter where they live!

Registration Dates: November 1- December 1 Letters Sent: Before December 15 Cost: $5/letter

Science Experience Class $20

Do you have a little, 5-7 years old, who is interested in science experiments? Sign-up and join us on Mondays in February and March at Citizen’s Central in person for our science class!

Each kiddo will be provided the supplies needed for each weekly experiment. Each week will start class with a paper activity making observations based on the objects in front of them, and then each child will get to do their own experiment with the instructor!

Registration Dates: Class Dates: Class Time: Location:

January 2 – February 23 February 27, March 5, 12, 19 5:45pm-6:30pm Citizen’s Central

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12 Days of Christmas $25

Countdown to Christmas with 12 family fun activities! Spend one on one time with your kiddos by doing holiday themed activities leading up to Christmas! Each bag will have enough supplies for 2 children. Pre-registration is required! You can pick up your family activity bag at Citizen Central on Friday, December 8th.

Registration Dates: Bag Pick-Up: Location:

November 6 – December 3 December 8th from 8:00am-4:00pm Citizen’s Central

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Seasonal Job Fair

The Fort Dodge Parks & Recreation Department will be hiring for the 2024 Summer season starting in February! We are hosting 2 job fairs for this upcoming season. All training & certifications are done on the job. We hire 14 years of age and up! Pay ranges from $9-$15 an hour depending on the position.

We will be hiring for the following positions: Lifeguards Aquatic Maintenance Aquatic Cashier Aquatics Concession Stand Attendant Harlan Rogers Maintenance/Grounds Crew Harlan Rogers Concession Stand Attendant Harlan Rogers Cashier Lakeside Maintenance Lakeside Pro-Shop Lakeside Concession Stand Attendant Lakeside Ranger General Recreation Staff Park Mowers

(Must be 15 years of age) (Must be 16 years of age) (Must be 16 years of age) (Must be 14 years of age) (Must be 16 years of age) (Must be 14 years of age) (Must be 16 years of age) (Must be 16 years of age) (Must be 18 years of age) (Must be 18 years of age) (Must be 16 years of age) (Must be 14 years of age) (Must be 16 years of age)

SAVE THE DATE: Job Fair 1: Wednesday, February 22, 2024 from 4:00pm – 6:00pm Job Fair 2: Saturday, April 15, 2024 from 10:00am – 12:00pm

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Foster Grandparent Program 617 Central Avenue

515-576-5401

msolverson@fortdodgeiowa.org

Put your talent and experience to work helping local children become better students as a Foster Grandparent. Serving just a few hours each week in schools or Head Start classrooms, you can make the future brighter for students who struggle with academic and/or social skills.

Through the AmeriCorps Seniors network of programs, Foster Grandparents must be at least 55 years of age and willing to commit to a regular schedule during the school year. Applicants who meet income requirements also receive an hourly non-taxable stipend and other benefits. Everyone who volunteers as a Foster Grandparent receives the satisfaction of knowing they make a difference.

Now accepting applications for fall placement in Webster and Calhoun County schools.

Why become a Foster Grandparent?

• Foster Grandparents are tutors, mentors, role models, and friends • Children assigned to Foster Grandparents benefit from one-on-one help that contributes to meeting school-identified progress standards • Foster Grandparents can serve children aged 0 – 18 years. Currently we have Foster Grandparents placed in Pre-school through 2nd grade classrooms • Reading, math, and social skills are the primary focus No teaching experience is needed, we will train you! Call us at 515-576-5401 for more information and to become a member of the 2024 Spring Training Class!

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Citizen’s Central 617 Central Ave 515-576-7237 Citizen’s Central is a facility that can host many programs, classes, parties and everything in between!

USER FEE OPTIONS

User Fee: $50 *Valid for 1 year from the date of purchase • Access to general building activities - cards, dominos, bingo, pool, etc • Access to the facilities exercise room with weights and exercise machines • Join volunteer or movie-led exercise classes Daily Fee: $5 *Valid for 1 year from the date of purchase • Access to general building activities - cards, dominos, bingo, pool, etc • Access to the facilities exercise room with weights and exercise machines • Join volunteer or movie-led exercise classes

DAILY ACTIVITIES

Video Yoga: Join us for a yoga-instructed DVD for those who wish to participate in yoga as a group.

Wednesday, Friday 9:00am-9:45am Volunteer led exercise class: Enjoy an exercise class led by your peers! It’s a great way opportunity to get out and socialize while working on strength, balance and improving your quality of life.

Tuesday, Thursday 9:00am-10:00am Pool Players: Experienced or not, come on down to play a game of pool or two.

We have both a pool table and a snooker table.

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 1:00pm-4:00pm Open Exercise: Come on down to Citizen’s Central on your time during our business hours to get a workout in. Available for use are weights and exercise equipment.

Monday-Friday 9:00am-4:00pm

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OPERATION MERRY MULCH

This service assists residents of Fort Dodge in the proper disposal of their real Christmas Trees (only Christmas Trees accepted). Please be sure all stands, wires, nails, lights & ornaments are removed!

Dates: Location:

December 24 - January 28 Oleson Park (by the Operation Merry Mulch sign)

SEASON PASSES – Payment Plan

We will be offering Payment Plans for Season Passes to Lakeside Municipal Golf Course & Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center for the 2024 Seasons! Stop in or call our Parks & Recreation Office for more details starting in December once Season Passes go on sale.

GIFT CERTIFICATES

Stop in at the Parks & Recreation Office for a Gift Certificate for the Holidays. Gift Certificates can be used for rentals, season passes, daily fees, recreation programs, or concessions!

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Cabin & Shelter Rentals Visit www.fortdodgeiowa.org/parks often for program offerings!

CABIN RENTALS

Reservations can be made up to 1 year in advance for a cabin in on our parks.

Locations: Dates: Price: Deposit:

Loomis Boathouse, Snell-Crawford & Hydro-Electric Mid-April – Mid-October $80/Day $100

Location: Loomis Octagon Dates: Mid-April – Mid-October Price: $30/Day Deposit: $100 *Prices are subject to change December 1, 2023

OPEN SHELTER RENTALS

Reservations for Open Shelters in our parks can be made up to 1 year in advance.

When these are not rented, they are on a first come, first served basis.

Locations: Oleson, Phinney,

Snell-Crawford &

Schmoker Price: $30/Day *Prices are subject to change December 1, 2023

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Oleson Park Pavilion Visit www.fortdodgeiowa.org/parks often for program offerings!

OLESON PARK PAVILION

The newest closed shelter is located at Oleson Park. Allows for 60-75 compacity, has a kitchenette with fridge & microwave, serving area, heat/AC, Handicap Accessible Bathroom, outside patio area.

Location: Date: Price: Price: Deposit:

Donna Jean Monkelien Pavilion (Oleson Park) Year-round cabin Friday-Sunday $275/day & holidays Monday-Thursday $150/day $275 *Prices are subject to change December 1, 2023

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