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Activity Guide
2022 CITY OF MISHAWAKA, INDIANA
Follow us on
@MishawakaParks
Mishawaka Parks and Recreation Department
Battell Community Center
904 N. Main St. Mishawaka is blessed with 28 public parks, each
Mishawaka, IN 46545 with its own unique natural attributes. For boating
(574) 258-1664 enthusiasts, there are four parks with boat
parks@mishawaka.in.gov launches on the St. Joseph River. Water skiers and
sailors can indulge in their pastimes on the river’s
Office hours: east section. Coincidentally, this is one of the best
Monday–Thursday: 8:00 am–8:00 pm, rivers in the state for fishing. Smallmouth bass,
Friday: 8:00 am–5:00 pm steelhead trout, coho salmon, chinook salmon
Saturday and Sunday: Closed and walleye are plentiful in their seasons.
Park hours: Mishawaka Parks also boasts an excellent
7:00 am–10:00 pm swimming pool, six splash pads and
accommodations for tennis and various field
Splash Pad locations: sports. Disc golf is another popular park sport
Battell Park, Crawford Park, Central Park, (Wilson). For more traditional golfers, the
Mary Gibbard Park, Rose Park, Twin Branch Park 18-hole Eberhart-Petro Golf Course offers plenty
of challenges. In the winter, skaters can show off
Splash Pad hours: their skills on the ice rink at Merrifield Park or
Open daily Memorial Day–Labor Day, glide on the lighted tubing runs at Wilson Park.
10:00 am–8:00 pm
Credit cards are accepted at all park facilities
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram and online registration. Registrations can be
@MishawakaParks done online at: https://mishawaka.recdesk.com/
Community/Home.
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Table of Contents
Park Information........................................................................... 2 Rec Clubs.......................................................................................37
Park Administration...................................................................... 4 Battell Center Facility Rentals.............................................. 38-39
Indoor Youth Sports...................................................................... 5 Park Pavilion Rentals..................................................................40
Outdoor Sports...........................................................................6-7 Outdoor Rentals...........................................................................41
Adult Recreational Sports, Clubs and Leagues.......................... 8 Ball Diamond & Building Rentals..............................................42
Outdoor Activities.....................................................................9-10 Adopt-a-Park Program................................................................43
Parks Foundation........................................................................11 Mishawaka Education Foundatoin Greenhouse............... 44-45
Special Events......................................................................... 12-23 Community Greenhouse....................................................... 36-37
Adventure Day Camp............................................................ 24-27 Off-Leash Dog Run.......................................................................46
Merrifield Complex — Pool.................................................. 28-29 Opportunities...............................................................................47
Merrifield Complex – Ice Rink.............................................. 30-31 Park Amenities.............................................................................48
Eberhart-Petro Golf Course.................................................. 32-33 Visit Your Parks Challenge.................................................... 49-50
George Wilson Park............................................................... 34-35 General Information...................................................................51
Health and Fitness.......................................................................36
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Park Administration
Superintendent of Parks, Phil Blasko GOLF
(574) 258-1664 ext. 1 Director of Golf Operations, Andrew Roop
pblasko@mishawaka.in.gov (574) 255-5508
aroop@mishawaka.in.gov
Office Coordinator, Yvonne Teeter
(574) 258-1664 ext. 4001 Golf Course Superintendent, George Fowler
yteeter@mishawaka.in.gov (574) 258-1611
gfowler@mishawaka.in.gov
Camp & Community Engagement Director,
Rachel Hughie
(574) 258-1664 ext. 4005
LANDSCAPE
Director, Jacob Crawford
rachel.hughie@mishawaka.in.gov
(574) 258-1664 ext. 4
jcrawford@mishawaka.in.gov
Special Events & Activities Director,
Brittni Gendron
(574) 258-1664 ext. 4007 MISHAWAKA PARKS
bgendron@mishawaka.in.gov AND RECREATION
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Recreation & Facilities Director, Steven Gleissner John Coppens, President
(574) 258-1664 ext. 4008 Michael P. Faulkner, Vice President
sgleissner@mishawaka.in.gov Carolyn A. Teeter, Secretary
Tony Violi, Member
BATTELL COMMUNITY CENTER Pat Hahn, Member
Community Center Director, Clare Kopec Naomi Rea, Member
(574) 258-1664 ext. 4002
ckopec@mishawaka.in.gov BOARD MEETINGS
Held on the second and fourth Mondays of each
MERRIFIELD COMPLEX Month at 4:30 pm in the Auditorium at the
Aquatics and Ice Rink Director, Marissa Gruler Battell Community Center
(574) 258-1665 904 North Main Street
mgruler@mishawaka.in.gov Mishawaka, IN 46545
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Indoor Youth Sports
BATTELL CENTER
YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES
SOCCER The Mishawaka Parks Department
This five-week program will be separated into three recreational youth leagues are,
leagues: 3-4 year olds, 5-6 year olds and 7-8 year
olds. Rules will be modified to help kids have a great
first and foremost, intended to
time learning the basics and fundamentals of soccer. provide a positive social experience
Registration ends December 31 with an emphasis placed on good
Practice begins January 12th sportsmanship, fun, and exercise.
Ages: 3 to 8
Cost: $45, includes t-shirt Our number one goal for our programs
Game dates: January 22nd – February 12th is to make sure kids come smiling
Location: Battell Community Center
and leave smiling!
VOLLEYBALL
This five-week program will be separated into two
leagues: 5-6 year olds and 7-8 year olds. Rules will be
modified to help kids have a great time learning the
basics and fundamentals of volleyball.
Registration ends February 24th
Practice begins March 9th
Ages: 5 to 8
Cost: $45, includes t-shirt
Game dates: March 19th – April 9th
Location: Battell Community Center
BASKETBALL
This five-week program will be separated into three
leagues: 3-4 year olds, 5-6 year olds and 7-9 year
olds. Rules will be modified to help kids have a
great time learning the basics and fundamentals of
basketball.
Registration ends October 5th
Practice begins October 19th
Ages: 3 to 9
Cost: $45, includes t-shirt
Game dates: October 29th – November 19th
Location: Battell Community Center | John Young
Middle School
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Outdoor Sports
YOUTH SOCCER YOUTH T-BALL
Provides a positive recreational soccer experience for Provides a positive recreational baseball experience
children ages 3 to 9 years old. Striving to maintain a for children ages 3 to 8 years old. Striving to
balance between teaching progressive soccer skills, maintain a balance between teaching progressive
sportsmanship and healthy competition. Games baseball skills, sportsmanship and healthy
are played on Saturday mornings; times will vary. competition. Games are played on Tuesday and
Practice day, time, and location set by the team’s Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings; times
volunteer coach. Teams are formed at random by will vary. Practice day, time, and location set by
friend and coaches request. Younger siblings may the team’s volunteer coach. Teams are formed at
play up an age group, if needed. Late registration for random by friend and coaches request. Younger
this league is subject to a $20 late fee. siblings may play up an age group, if needed. Late
registration for this league is subject to a $20 late
fee.
SPRING SOCCER SEASON
Registration ends March 20th Registration ends May 10th
Practice begins week of April 4th Practice begins week of May 30th
Ages: 3 to 9 Ages: 3 to 8
Cost: $55, includes t-shirt & socks | After March Cost: 3 year olds $45 | 4-5 year olds $55 |
20th, $20 late fee in addition 6-7 year olds $55, includes game t-shirt and
Game dates: Saturdays, April 23rd – May 21st MLB style hat | After May 10th, $20 late fee in
Location: Twin Branch Park addition
Game dates: June 11th – June 30th
*Note: Practice day, time, and location are set by the
Location: Heroes Park
team’s volunteer coach.
*Note: Practice day, time, and location are set by the
team’s volunteer coach.
FALL SOCCER SEASON
Registration ends August 21st
Practice begins week of September 5th
Ages: 3 to 9 SUMMER YOUTH TENNIS CAMP
Cost: $55, includes t-shirt & socks | After August Recreational youth tennis camps focusing on
21st, $20 late fee in addition introductory to intermediate tennis skills for kids
Game dates: Saturdays, September 17th – ages 3 to 13 years old. Space is limited, 15 children
October 15th per age group, per session.
Location: Twin Branch Park Dates: Session 1: Tuesdays & Thursdays,
*Note: Practice day, time, and location are set by the May 17th – May 26th | Session 2: Tuesdays &
team’s volunteer coach. Thursdays, June 14th – June 23rd | Session 3:
Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 19th – July 28th |
Session 4: Tuesdays & Thursdays, September 6th
– September 15th
Ages: 3 to 13
Cost: $35, includes t-shirt
Times: 3 to 5 year olds: 4:00-4:45 pm | 6 to 9 year
olds: 5:00-6:00 pm | 10 to 13 year olds: 6:00-7:00
pm
Location: Battell Park Tennis Courts
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YOUTH TRACK & FIELD
Recreational youth track program designed to introduce kids to the basic track
and field style events, including 30 m/60 m dash, hurdles, long jump, softball,
javelin and Frisbee throw – all modified for children. Programs will consist of
group practices and meets. Late registration for this league is subject to a $20
late fee.
Registration ends July 12th
Practice dates: July 13th | July 20th | July 27th
Meet Dates: July 23rd | July 30th | August 3rd
Ages: 3 to 8
Cost: $30, includes t-shirt and water bottle
Meet Times: TBD
Locations: John Young Middle School
FLAG FOOTBALL
Introduce your child to the game of football in a less physical environment.
Youth flag football will teach beginner players the basic rules and skills used for
football. Games will be played on Sunday afternoons. Practice day, time, and
location set by the team’s volunteer coach. Late registration for this league is
subject to a $20 late fee.
Registration ends August 21st
Practice begins week of September 5th
Grades: 1st to 4th
Cost: $55, includes games t-shirt & flags | After August 21st, $20 late fee in
addition
Game dates: Sundays, September 18th – October 9th
Locations: Heroes Park | John Young Middle School
*Note: Practice day, time, and location are set by the team’s volunteer coach.
MISHAWAKA HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH TACKLE FOOTBALL
Early registration ends May 30th
Grades: 5th to 6th
Cost: $60, includes equipment rental | After May 30th, $75
Game dates: Saturdays or Sundays, September – October
Practice Location: Mishawaka High School
Game Location: TBD
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Adult Recreational Sports, Clubs and Leagues BEST DAMN SPORT AND SOCIAL CLUB Featuring co-ed kickball, grass volleyball, dodgeball and more! For more information, visit www.bestdamnmichiana.com. MICHIANA PICKLEBALL ASSOCIATION For more information, email michianapickleball@ gmail.com or call (574) 344-9393. 8 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation
Outdoor Activities
100 MILE MISHAWAKA RIVERWALK CLUB
Do you have what it takes to log 100 on-foot miles
on our Riverwalk this summer? Log your miles from
May 1st – August 31st. The miles must be logged
on the Mishawaka Riverwalk. Once you reach 100
miles, turn in your log sheet to the Parks Department
for your FREE 100 Mile Club t-shirt. The shirt is
sponsored by Fleet Feet of Mishawaka. Logs can be
found on the park’s website.
Dates: May 1st – August 31st
Cost: Free
Location: Mishawaka Riverwalk
SUNDAY FARMER’S MARKET AT
IRONWORKS PLAZA
Come down to Ironworks Plaza and get a taste
of home grown. We are excited for year four of
our Market. We will have produce, baked goods,
and homemade crafts. The market runs from
10:00 am-2:00 pm on Sundays, rain or shine.
Be sure to follow the market on Facebook @
mishawakafarmersmarket. Interested in being a
vendor? Contact Brittni Gendron at bgendron@
mishawaka.in.gov.
Dates: Sundays, May 15th – September 25th
Time: 10:00 am-2:00 pm
Location: Ironworks Plaza | 230 Ironworks Ave.,
Mishawaka, IN 46544
TODDLING
TOTS
Join the St. Joseph County Health Department and
Mishawaka Parks for a weekly Toddling Tot Walk
starting at the Ball Band Biergarten. The walk will be
a 1K walk on the Riverwalk (wheelchair and stroller
accessible). The St. Joseph County Dept. of Health will
teach a fun, toddler-friendly health/wellness class.
Mishawaka Parks will provide coffee for parents
and juice for tots for after the walk. Each week will
be themed with an age appropriate outdoor activity
that focuses on nature and health.
Dates: Tuesdays, May – July
Cost: Free
Time: 10:00-11:00 am
Location: Ball Band Biergarten
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Outdoor
Activities
SUMMER CONCERT SERIES BALL BAND BIERGARTEN
Join the Mishawaka Parks Department for our Join us at the Ball Band Biergarten for a variety
annual Summer Concert Series! We will have Monday of events and programs – from Happier Hours
Concerts at the Battell Park Bandshell, 7:00-8:00 pm, to comedy nights, we will have something fun for
Wednesday Concerts at the Ball Band Biergarten, everyone! Keep an eye on the Parks Facebook page
6:30-8:00 pm, and Thursday evening Concerts at @MishawakaParks for updates and a detailed
Central Park, 6:00-8:00 pm! All concerts are FREE to schedule.
attend, family-friendly, and feature local artists. If
Date: June – October
you are interested in performing, please contact the
Cost: Varies by Event
Parks Department! No concert Monday, July 4th.
Location: Ball Band Biergarten
Date: June 6th – August 25th
Cost: Free FREE FITNESS AND HEALTH CLASSES
Location: Battell Park | Ball Band Biergarten | AT CENTRAL PARK
Central Park
Come join us as we explore new fitness and health
initiatives. Classes are free to attend. We will post
1K CAFÉ additional class opportunities on our Facebook page.
Start your week off right with a pleasant 1K stroll Interested in teaching? Reach out to Brittni Gendron
through the parks. Stretch those legs, enjoy some at bgendron@mishawaka.in.gov. No class Monday,
fresh air, and take in the beauty of the Riverwalk. The July 4th.
walk will start and end at the Ball Band Biergarten at
Ironworks Plaza. At the end of the walk, there will be Dates: Mondays, Tuesdays, Saturdays, June –
a free cup of coffee to take with you as you head into August
the work week. Cost: Free
Times: Mondays, 6:00 pm | Tuesdays, 6:30 pm |
Dates: June 13th | July 11th | August 8th Saturdays, 10:00 am
Cost: Free Class: Mondays, Zumba | Tuesdays, Aerobics w/
Time: 8:00-9:15 am Ivy Butler | Saturdays, Beacon Health Fitness
Location: Ball Band Biergarten Location: Mondays & Saturdays, Central Park
Stage | Tuesdays, Battell Park Bandshell
ART IN THE PARK
Sign-up for an art class at the Ball Band Biergarten! FOR THE WIN FOOD TRUCK WEDNESDAY
Classes are taught by Aubrey Hittle. Each Class is Looking for a mid-week pick-me-up? Head down
two-hours long and comes with all materials needed to the Ball Band Biergarten for lunch! We will have
for the project! Link to register will be posted on the a variety of food vendors for you to purchase
Mishawaka Parks Facebook page. No class Monday, food from. Enjoy lunch in the park or take it to go.
July 4th. Interested in being a vendor? Email Brittni Gendron
Dates: Mondays, June – August at bgendron@mishawaka.in.gov.
Cost: $25/class Date: Wednesdays, June – July
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm Cost: Varies by food vendor
Location: Ball Band Biergarten Time: 11:00 am-1:00 pm
Location: Ball Band Biergarten
10 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreationParks Foundation
The long-term goal of the Parks Foundation is to support the
development of neighborhood parks through grants, amenity-specific
fundraising campaigns, and individual community support.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Like us on Facebook:
@mishawakaparksfoundation
Follow us on Instagram:
@mishawakaparksfoundation
Engaging the community to benefit Mishawaka Parks and Recreation in order
to further the charitable and educational programs
and projects of the city.
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TEEN TAKEOVER, GAME NIGHT
Join us for a night of gaming on the big screen!
The event is sponsored by Crossroads Community
Church. Online pre-registration required.
Dates: January 21st | April 22nd | August 19th
Grades: 6th to 12th
Cost: Free
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Location: Battell Community Center
MOTHER SON DANCE
Enjoy a themed evening of dancing, light
refreshments, music and quality time with your son.
The dance is open to boys ages 4-12, escorted by an
adult family member.
Date: February 25th
Cost: $35 per couple, $5/add’l son
Time: 7:00-9:00 pm
Location: Battell Community Center
DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE
Enjoy a themed evening of dancing, light
refreshments, music and quality time with your
daughter. The dance is open to girls ages 4-12,
escorted by an adult family member.
Date: February 26th
Cost: $35 per couple, $5/additional daughter
Time: 7:00-9:00 pm
Location: Battell Community Center
GLOW DODGEBALL
Calling all 6th-12th grade dodgeball lovers for a
night full of smashing fun! Join in for some or all
of our dodgeball games hosted throughout the
night. Don’t forget to wear comfortable clothes and
gym shoes! The event is sponsored by Crossroads
Community Church. Online pre-registration required.
Date: March 4th
Grades: 6th to 12th
Cost: Free
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Location: Battell Community Center
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DERBY DAY
Saddle up and head down to the Ball Band
Biergarten. We will be showing the Kentucky Derby
LIVE on the big screen for the evening. Place some
EASTER CANDY DROP “bets” and wear your derby hats to win prizes. Food
Join the Mishawaka Parks Department and and drinks will be available for purchase at the
Crossroads Community Church at Central Park to event.
celebrate Easter with our annual Easter Egg Candy Date: May 7th
Drop. We will feature a kid’s Easter egg hunt, Easter Ages: All ages
Bunny photo opportunity, and kid’s games and Cost: Free to attend
activities. Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
Date: April 10th Location: Ball Band Biergarten
Cost: Free
Time: 1:00-3:00 pm
Location: Central Park
GEORGE WILSON BEST DISC DOUBLES
Bring your own partner, best shot doubles, trophy
only tournament. Featuring open, advanced,
recreation, and junior divisions. Two rounds on
a modified course layout with lunch provided in
between the rounds.
Dates: April 16th
Ages: All ages
Cost: $60/team, includes admission, lunch &
tournament merchandise
Times: Players Meeting: 8:30 am | Tee off Time:
8:45 am
Location: George Wilson Park
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MEMORIAL DAY KIDS DASH
We are incredibly excited to announce our third
annual Memorial Day Kids Dash! Thanks to the
generosity of ThisCounts, we are happy to offer
KIDS TO PARKS DAY another year of free registration. Kids can join the
Along with the National Park Trust, we are excited for Memorial Day Parade with this unique, kid-friendly
a day to be out in the park celebrating and bringing run along Mishawaka Ave. Kids will run either a 100,
awareness to our parks as part of this National 200 or 300 yard dash; distance varies by age group.
event. The day will feature a tour of a neighborhood Every pre-registered participant will receive a t-shirt
and feature parks in Mishawaka. We will highlight and participation ribbon.
a fun activity in each park. Keep an eye out for a
detailed schedule of the day. Come for some of it, or Registration ends May 6th
all of it. Whatever you do, #GETOUTANDPLAY! Date: May 30th
Ages: 3 to 9
Date: May 21st Cost: Free
Cost: Free Time: 8:00 am
Time: 7:00 am-5:00 pm Location: Battell Park
Location: Multiple Locations | Detailed schedule *Note: T-Shirt size and availability only guaranteed
will be available on Facebook to those that are pre-registered
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GIBBARD BIKE PARK JAMS
Music, prizes, and good vibes! Bring your friends out
for these three FREE events at the Mary Gibbard Bike
Park. Prizes will be given to the best overall line, trick,
transfer, and highest air!
Date: TBD
Cost: Free
Time: TBD
Location: Mary Gibbard Park
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COMMUNITY YARD SALE RIVERWALK VIRTUAL 5K
Join your neighbors in giving gently used, unwanted Looking for a challenge? Interested in doing a 5K
items of all kinds a second life at our annual on your own time? Sign up for our Virtual 5K race!
Community Yard Sale. Interested in selling? Email You will have one week to complete the 5K. Upon
ckopec@mishawaka.in.gov. registration, you will receive the route map and any
information you need to race. Submit your times to
Date: June 4th
the Parks Department and earn a medal for your
Cost: Booth Space, $30
achievement. Best time will win a prize. Times must
Time: 8:00 am-1:00 pm
be submitted by June 30th.
Location: Battell Community Center
Registration ends May 20th
Date: June 5th – June 11th
TENT THE ISLAND Cost: $10
Get back to nature with a camp out at our Kamm Parks Open: 7:00 am-10:00 pm
Island Park. Pitch a tent, roast some s’mores, and Location: Mishawaka Riverwalk
enjoy a peaceful evening by the fire. Campers will
need to provide their own tent and sleeping gear. The
Parks Department will provide food, firewood and STUFF THE BUS
entertainment. Join the Mishawaka Parks Department and
Crossroads Community Church to help us Stuff the
Early Registration ends May 20th
Bus! This event gives community members a chance
Date: June 4th – June 5th
to donate school supplies for local Mishawaka
Cost: $10/participant
students who are in need. You can help us by
Time: Saturday, 12:00 pm-Sunday, 12:00 pm
bringing school supplies to a bus parked in the
Location: Kamm Island Park
Battell Community Center parking lot. The supplies
*Note: Starting May 21st, late registration fee takes collected will be distributed to the School City of
effect, $15/participant. Late registration ends June Mishawaka to help supplement supplies throughout
4th. the year.
Date: June 21st – June 23rd
Cost: Free
Time: 5:00-7:00 pm
Location: Battell Community Center Parking Lot
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INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
Celebrate our Nation’s Independence Day with us at
our fourth annual Independence Day Celebration!
The day will feature live music, kid’s games and
activities, food, arts and crafts, local business
vendors, and FIREWORKS! This is an event you won’t
want to miss!
Date: July 2nd
Cost: Free to attend
Time: 3:00 pm | Fireworks at Dusk
Location: Central Park
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 17Special Events SPLISH, SPLASH, MISH! We are turning Merrifield Park into a Water Park for the day! We will have inflatables, sprinklers, water attractions, and more! Come prepared with a swimsuit or clothes that you can get wet in. Registration is day-of, and is CASH ONLY. Date: July 16th Cost: $5/person, unlimited play Time: 12:00-4:00 pm Location: Merrifield Park 18 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation
Special Events
CHILL WITH A COP MISHAWAKA MUD DAY
We have teamed up with the Mishawaka Police Department for an Get back to nature and play in the
afternoon of free fun, frozen treats, and conversation! Along with mud! We are partnering with Marian
cooling off, this free community event is a chance for kids to get High School and the Marine Mud Run
to know their local officers. The afternoon will include popsicles, to bring you a day of muddy play!
games, inflatables, a DJ, dunk tank and Safety Pup! There will be all kinds of mud and
water attractions, plus a fun run!
Date: July 27th
Participant registration comes with
Cost: Free
a commemorative t-shirt. We will be
Time: 5:00-8:00 pm
collecting donations for the Mishawaka
Location: Central Park Stage
Food Pantry and Toys for Tots.
Date: July 30th
Cost: $15/participant | $5/spectator
| $10/add’l t-shirt
Time: 12:00-5:00 pm
Location: Marian High School East
Athletic Complex
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT
Join the Mishawaka Police Department
and the Mishawaka Parks Department
for National Night Out. National Night
Out is an annual community-focused
campaign that promotes police-
community camaraderie.
Dates: August 2nd
Cost: Free
Time: 5:00-8:00 pm
Location: Merrifield Park
DOG ICE CREAM SOCIAL
Calling all dogs and their humans!
Join us for a Dog Ice Cream Social at
the Margaret Prickett Park Dog Park.
We will have ice cream for four-legged
pals and their human friends. Learn
to make some safe ice cream for your
favorite pooch. We will also have a
ton of fun dog-friendly games and
activities.
Dates: August 6th
Cost: $10/pup & human, $2/add’l
human, $2/add’l pup
Time: 4:00-7:00 pm
Location: Margaret Prickett Park
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 19Special Events SLIDE THE HILL Slip-n-slide down “The Hills” on a giant foam and water slip-n-slide. Online pre-registration required. Dates: August 12th – August 14th Ages: All ages Cost: $10 Location: George Wilson Park *Note: Must provide your own tube. *Note: Everyone entering park must pay $10 fee to enter. 20 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation
Special Events
SENIORS NIGHT OUT 80s COLOR RUN 5K
Join us for an evening of music, food and vendors Dress in your best 80’s attire and head down to
geared towards YOU! Leave the young rascals at Central Park for the color run you won’t want to
home and enjoy an evening in the park just for miss! This event is all about living it up and having
Seniors. The event is focused on senior’s health, a blast! Prizes will be given for the best dressed 80’s
wellness, and enjoyment. look. Registration comes with t-shirt, sunglasses, and
packet of color.
Dates: August 22nd
Cost: Free Registration ends August 19th
Time: 5:00-8:00 pm Date: September 17th
Location: Battell Park Cost: $20
Time: 11:00 am
Location: Central Park
GLOW IN THE PARK
*Note: Starting August 19th, late registration fees
Celebrate the end of summer with a PARTY! Color take effect, $25. Late registration ends September
lights, fobble machines, foam parties, neon paint, 2nd. After late registration, you can register the day
and a live DJ are all in store for our awesome NEW of the event from 8:00-11:00 am.
event.
*Note: T-shirt, sunglasses, and packet of color only
Dates: August 26th guaranteed for those who are pre-registered.
Cost: $5
Time: 8:00-10:00 pm
Location: Central Park
COMEDY NIGHT
Leave the kids at home for this one! This is a night
just for adults, laughs, and drinks! We are partnering
with DIY Comedy to bring out multiple comedians for
a night of hilarity. The show will be R-Rated.
Dates: September 9th
Cost: Free to attend
Time: 5:00-10:00 pm
Location: Ball Band Biergarten
FAM FEST:
A GARDEN DANCE PARTY
Come party in the park with your family at our
festival themed dance party! We will have a DJ, photo
booth, refreshments, tie dying and a whole lot of fun!
Date: September 10th
Cost: $10
Time: 7:00-9:00 pm
Location: Ball Band Biergarten
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BOO-ZE AND BREWS MONSTER DASH & DANCE!
AT BALL BAND! Who is ready for a Halloween fun run?! We are
We don’t want the adults to feel left out of the spooky excited celebrate the fall season. Participants will
fun of the season! Get dressed in your haunted best run the length of Ironworks Ave. dressed in their
and head to the Biergarten for a costume party just spooky best. At the end of the run, participants will
for adults. We will have out prizes for the spookiest receive a small pumpkin to decorate and a cup of
costume, silliest costume, and best group costume. hot chocolate. Children must be pre-registered to
Additional prizes may be given at the event. Tickets to participate in the event. After the run, we will have
the event include a commemorative mug. This is an music playing over the sound system and an open
event you won’t want to miss! Mugs only guaranteed grass space for the kids to space out and dance out
to those that are pre-registered and will be handed to some monster boogie tunes. Food will be available
out while supplies last. for purchase as well. Registration ends October 14th.
Date: October 14th Date: October 21st
Ages: 21+ Ages: 3 to 9
Cost: $10 Cost: $10
Time: 7:00-10:00 pm Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Location: Ball Band Biergarten Location: Ball Band Biergarten
TABLE-OR-TREAT THE RIVERWALK
Come trick-or-treat with us and local businesses
along the Mishawaka Riverwalk. There will be spooky
surprises, music, and of course, candy! Interested in
hosting a table and passing out candy, contact Clare
Kopec at ckopec@mishawaka.in.gov.
Date: October 22nd
Ages: All are welcome
Cost: Free
Time: 5:00-7:00 pm
Location: Mishawaka Riverwalk
22 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreationSpecial Events
TAILGATING AT BALL BAND
Watch the big game on the big screen at Ball Band!
We are shutting down the road for the watch party
of the season. We will be live airing Notre Dame vs
Clemson LIVE. Food and beverages will be available
for purchase.
Date: November 5th
Cost: Free
Time: TBD
Location: Ball Band Biergarten
MISHAWAKA TREE LIGHTING
Celebrate the start of the Holiday Season at our
annual Tree Lighting Ceremony. Enjoy hot chocolate,
pictures with Santa, live music – and the official first
lighting of our tree!
Date: December 2nd
Cost: Free
Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
Location: TBD
WINTERFEST
Join us to celebrate the holiday season for our
annual Winterfest celebration! The event features
free ice skating, hot cocoa, visits with Santa, a
bonfire, horse-drawn carriage rides and more!
Date: December 3rd
Cost: Free
Time: 5:00-8:00 pm
Location: TBD
HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR
FLANNEL FORMAL It’s the one stop shop for your holiday shopping and
Join us for our fourth Flannel Formal! Get your decoration needs, held in the Battell Community
flannel on and come down to a flan-tastic-el event at Center Gym. This event will include artisans, music,
the Ball Band Biergarten! We will have a best dressed food, homemade concessions, door prizes and a
“Lumber Jack” and “Lumber Jane” contest, music, a raffle. Handcrafted items include pottery, metalwork,
bonfire, and flannel-inspired activities. Tickets to the woodwork, fabrics, jewelry and more! Free children’s
event will include a commemorative mug. This is an area to include crafts and Santa!
event you won’t want to miss!
Date: December 10th
Date: November 4th Cost: Booth Space, $40
Cost: $5 Time: 9:00 am-1:00 pm
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm Location: Battell Community Center
Location: Ball Band Biergarten
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 23Adventure Day Camp
LIL’ EXPLORERS
The Lil’ Explorers Adventure Day Camp will
be held at the Battell Community Center for Looking for some summer fun?
children ages 4-6 years old. Campers will have
the opportunity to enjoy guests, walking and Our summer day camp provides
non-walking field trips, and movie days! Lil’ a safe and nurturing environment where
Explorers’ lunches will be provided Monday-
Friday. Camp will make daily trips to Central
children can have fun,
Park (weather dependent). make new friends and explore new
Date: June 6th – August 5th activities! All camp activities are created
Ages: 4 to 6 around exciting weekly themes
Weekly cost: $120
Times: 8:00 am-3:00 pm with an emphasis on building
PM Care: 3:00-5:30 pm: $20 confidence, self-reliance,
Late Registration Fee: $20
Location: Battell Community Center and problem-solving skills.
*Note: Drop off starts at 7:45 am. Sign up today for the
*Note: Registration closes the Wednesday Mishawaka Park’s Adventure Day Camp!
before each week of camp starts.
WEEK 1: HOMETOWN HEROES — 6/6-6/10
We are excited to partner with the Mishawaka Police and Mishawaka Fire Departments for the week. Kids will
get to know their local first responders and learn about what it’s like to be a police officer or fire fighter. On
Friday, we will have a big event with our Local Heroes! Lil’ Explorers will be at Castle Manor on Friday, with a
visit to the Merrifield Pool.
WEEK 2: TRASH TO TREASURE — 6/13-6/17
You will have fun creating an array of art works using found objects and items that might otherwise be
considered trash. Learn about the impact our trash has on the environment and explore ways to reduce,
reuse, and recycle our way to a better world. Explore how far your imagination can go as you magically
transform someone else’s trash into your own creative treasures! This week includes a field trip to Potato
Creek State Park. Lil’ Explorers will be at Castle Manor on Friday, with a visit to the Merrifield Pool.
WEEK 3: HERO OR VILLAIN? — 6/20-6/24
SNAP! BAM! POW! With a great power, comes great responsibility. Explore the world of super heroes and make
your own story! Lil’ Explorers will be at Castle Manor on Friday, with a visit to the Merrifield Pool.
WEEK 4: COLOR ME HAPPY! — 6/27-7/1
Get ready for a colorful week! Explore how color works through science experiments, works of art and colorful
games. Be prepared for all kinds of ways to have fun with the colors of the rainbow. Lil’ Explorers will be at
Castle Manor on Friday, with a visit to the Merrifield Pool.
24 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreationWEEK 5: HOORAY USA! — 7/5-7/8, NO CAMP 7/4
We will be celebrating Independence Day with food, water fun, games, and contests. Be sure to show your
patriotic red, white and blue spirit all week! Lil’ Explorers will be at Castle Manor on Friday, with a visit to the
Merrifield Pool.
WEEK 6: DIGGING DINOS — 7/11-7/15
Stomp, roar, chomp! The Jurassic period comes to life as we learn about dinosaurs big and small. Become
a paleontologist while digging for dinosaurs, making fossils and studying prehistoric plants and animals. Lil’
Explorers will be at Castle Manor on Friday, with a visit to the Merrifield Pool.
WEEK 7: BLAST OFF! — 7/18-7/22
3, 2, 1…Blast off with us this week as we travel out of this world to explore the stars and planets. Lil’ Explorers
will be at Castle Manor on Friday, with a visit to the Merrifield Pool.
WEEK 8: CARNIVAL — 7/25-7/29
Step right up! Step right up! Come have fun at the Adventure Day Camp Carnival. We will have fun making
popular carnival food and playing carnival games. Lil’ Explorers will be at Castle Manor on Friday, with a visit
to the Merrifield Pool.
WEEK 9: UNDER THE SEA — 8/1-8/5
We are headed to the tropics and exploring the deep blue sea. Campers will have fun in the sun as they dive
in and learn about sea creatures, play with sand, search for seashells, and play beach games. Come make a
splash with us as we wrap up the last week of camp. Lil’ Explorers will be at Castle Manor on Friday, with a
visit to the Merrifield Pool.
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 25Adventure Day Camp
EXPLORERS
The Explorers camp will be held at Castle
Manor for children ages 6-12 years old.
The Explorers camp will be held
Each themed week will feature crafts,
activities, and fun! Campers will have the at Castle Manor for children
opportunity to enjoy special guests, field
ages 6-12 years old. Each
trips, and movie days! Explorers’ lunches
will be provided for them Monday-Friday. themed week will feature crafts,
Camp will make daily trips to the pool
activities, and fun! Campers will
(weather dependent).
have the opportunity to enjoy
Date: June 6th – August 5th
Ages: 6 to 12 special guests, field trips, and
Weekly cost: $120
movie days! Explorers’ lunches
Times: 8:00 am-3:00 pm
PM Care: 3:00-5:30 pm: $20 will be provided for them
Late Registration Fee: $20
Monday-Friday. Camp will
Location: Merrifield Park
*Note: Registration closes the Wednesday make daily trips to the pool
before each week of camp starts. (weather dependent).
*Note: Drop off starts at 7:45 am.
WEEK 1: HOMETOWN HEROES — 6/6-6/10
This week is focused on learning about our local hometown heroes. Heroes come in all shapes and sizes;
even the smallest gesture can make a great impact! We are excited to partner with the Mishawaka Police and
Mishawaka Fire Departments for the week. Kids will get to know their local first responders and learn about
what it’s like to be a police officer or firefighter. On Friday, we will have a big event with our Local Heroes!
WEEK 2: THE GREAT OUTDOORS — 6/13-6/17
Exploring the beautiful landscape along the Riverwalk is just where it begins! We will have fun exploring
different plants and animals native to the region along with how to care for the environment around us. This
week includes a trip to Potato Creek State Park.
WEEK 3: SUPER HEROES — 6/20-6/24
SNAP! BAM! POW! With a great power, comes great responsibility. Explore the world of super heroes and make
your own story!
WEEK 4: COLOR CRAZE — 6/27-7/1
Get ready for a colorful week! This is one of our favorite weeks at camp with a little bit of mess, a pinch
of color, and a whole lot of fun! Be prepared for all kinds of ways to get covered in camp’s favorite colors.
Whether it’s paint tag or flying colored powder, this is a week you won’t soon forget!
WEEK 5: AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL — 7/5-7/8, NO CAMP 7/4
Continue your Independence Day Celebration as campers explore what makes our country so great! Campers
will enjoy all-American games, crafts, and activities while exploring some of our countries most amazing
landmarks.
26 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreationWEEK 6: MAD SCIENTISTS! — 7/11-7/15
Join our laboratory for a week of crazy experiments and STEM fun!
WEEK 7: GAME CHANGER — 7/18-7/22
Are you ready for some classic summer fun? Campers will have a blast playing classic summer games.
WEEK 8: CARNIVAL — 7/25-7/29
Step right up! Step right up! Come have fun at the Adventure Day Camp Carnival. We will have fun making
popular carnival food and playing carnival games.
WEEK 9: SHIPWRECKED — 8/1-8/5
Oh no! We’ve been shipwrecked! What will it take to survive a week of being shipwrecked? Find out as we build
our own boats, sing songs, decode a pirate’s map, search for buried treasure, and more!
Unplug from school during fall break and join us for a day of
fun at Merrifield Park! We will play games, do crafts, and enjoy
Fall the colorful leaves and fresh fall air along the St. Joseph River.
Date: TBD by School City of Mishawaka’s Fall Break Dates
Ages: 5 to 12
Day Camp Daily cost: $40
Times: 8:00 am-5:30 pm
Location: Merrifield Park
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 27Merrifield Complex Pool
OPENING JUNE 3RD | CLOSING AUGUST 7TH
One of the most popular
features at the Merrifield
Complex is our olympic- OPEN PUBLIC HOURS
sized pool. The pool offers a Lap Swim (Monday-Friday)..........................11:00 am-12:00 pm
Lap Swim (Saturday-Sunday)........................ 11:00 am-1:00 pm
safe, supervised and healthy
Open Swim (Monday-Friday).....12:00-4:00 pm | 6:00-9:00 pm
environment for the members Open Swim (Saturday-Sunday).............................1:00-8:00 pm
of our community. Among its *Note: the pool will close to the General Public at 4:00 pm on July 4th.
many amenities is a 180-foot DAILY ADMISSION RATES
water slide, two diving Toddler (2 to 4)..................................................................... $2.00
boards, water basketball, Youth (5 to 17)....................................................................... $5.00
Adult (18 to 61)..................................................................... $6.00
a zip line, two rock walls
Senior (62+)........................................................................... $5.00
and a concession stand. Family (Monday-Friday)..................................................... $15.00
Not comfortable with the Re-Entry (6:00-9:00 pm)....................................................... $3.00
Group Rate (10+ people)..................................................... $3.50
water yet, or want to learn new Supervisor (1 required per every 10 people)................... $5.00
strokes? Check out our Lap Swim............................................................................... $4.00
Learn To Swim program! Lap Swim Punch Card (12 entries)................................... $40.00
Spectator Rate...................................................................... $3.00
Pool Rental........................................................................ $150/hr
Water Aerobics..................................................................... $5.00
POOL IS LOCATED AT Punch Pass (12 entries)..................................................... $50.00
1000 E. MISHAWAKA AVE.
FOR MORE INFO (574) 258-1665. SEASON PASSES
*Note: Season Passes are not permitted for any Youth Resident (5 to 17).................................................... $80.00
special events. Youth Non-Resident (5 to 17)......................................... $115.00
*Note: Fees and charges are subject to change Adult Resident (18 to 61)................................................... $85.00
without prior notice. Adult Non-Resident (18 to 61)........................................ $120.00
Senior Resident (62+)......................................................... $70.00
We request that groups contact us before Senior Non-Resident (62+).............................................. $105.00
coming to public swim sessions to help Family Resident................................................................ $140.00
prepare for the larger number of patrons. Family Non-Resident........................................................ $200.00
Group forms are required ahead of time.
Please contact us to obtain a copy of the BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGE
form.
Our birthday party package includes a fenced-in area with three
Private rentals are required to fill out a picnic tables. Outside food and drinks are allowed in that area;
Rental Agreement and must pay to hold however, no alcohol is permitted. Decorations are permitted for any
date and time frame of rental. Please occasion.
contact us to obtain a copy of rental Base Rate............................................................................. $65.00
agreement.
Entry Fee (per person)......................................................... $3.00
28 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreationSWIM LESSONS INFLATABLE FRIDAY
PARENT/CHILD CLASS – 6 months to 2 years old We will have some inflatable fun in the grass area
| The focus of the parent/child class is on the child by the pool. Kids ages 5 to 12 are able to purchase
feeling comfortable in the water as well as learning a wristband in addition to pool admission for
safety skills under water. unlimited play on the inflatables.
PRESCHOOL – 3 to 5 years old | The focus of the Date: June 24th
preschool class is on three skill levels that work on Ages: 5 to 12
the beginning motions of movement in the water as Cost: Standard admission fee + $2.00
well as safety techniques. Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
LEARN TO SWIM – 5+ years old | The focus of the
Learn to Swim class is on six levels that teach basic CARDBOARD BOAT REGATTA
movement to advanced stroke techniques. Build a boat out of cardboard and duct tape,
LEARN TO SWIM then come race for prizes. There will be different
categories to enter, and be judged like best
Merrifield Pool offers American Red Cross Learn to
decorated and best original design. Teams are
Swim lessons. We follow their curriculum for eight
responsible for all of their own supplies.
lessons per session. We keep our class sizes to five
students to one instructor. Date: June 25th | July 23rd
Cost: $5
Cost: $40/session
Time: 10:00 am
Session 1: June 6th – June 17th
Session 1: Learn to Swim – 9:00-9:45 am & 10:00-
10:45 am | Preschool – 10:00-10:30 am |
Parent/Child – 5:30-6:00 pm
Session 2: June 20th – July 1st
Session 2: Learn to Swim – 9:00-9:45 am & 10:00-
10:45 am & 5:30-6:15 pm | Preschool – 10:00-
10:30 am & 5:30-6:00 pm
Session 3: July 11th – July 22nd
Session 3: Learn to Swim – 9:00-9:45 am & 10:00-
10:45 am | Preschool – 10:00-10:30 am |
Parent/Child – 10:30-11:00 am
Lessons meet Monday-Friday, equaling eight lessons
per session. The first day of each session is to
divide the participant by skill level. The last Friday
of each lesson will be a family swim that allows the DIVE-IN MOVIE
participant to show off the new skills they’ve learned.
Come enjoy a night of swimming while we show a
BWW MEET WITH INDIANA SWIMMING movie on our large inflatable screen pool side. Movie
Concord Swim Club is hosting their annual three-day will be announced at a later date.
swim meet for multiple completive swimming clubs Date: August 5th
from around Indiana at Merrifield Pool. Cost: Standard admission fee + $2.00
Dates: May 27th-May 29th Time: Dusk
NEON GLOW SWIM POOCH PLUNGE
Come and enjoy a night of swimming, bring the Bring your pooches out for a dip in the pool as
family, friends and your favorite neon apparel for a the season closes! Must have one adult per pooch.
great night! Number of dogs will be limited to 50.
Date: June 4th | June 25th | July 23rd Date: August 12th
Cost: Standard admission rates + $2.00 Cost: $10 | $3 per additional person
Times: 8:30-11:00 pm Time: 6:00-8:00 pm
*Note: Season Passes are not permitted
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 29Merrifield Complex Ice Rink WINTERFEST — DECEMBER 4TH OPENING — DECEMBER 5TH OPEN PUBLIC HOURS Friday (Family Night).................................................... 5:00-9:00 pm Saturday-Sunday............................ 12:00-4:00 pm | 5:00-9:00 pm Every Other Sunday (Sensory Hour)...............11:00 am-12:00 pm As the weather gets WINTER BREAK HOURS cooler, please join us at the Monday-Sunday............................. 12:00-4:00 pm | 5:00-9:00 pm Merrifield Complex’s *Note: The rink will be closed Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. collegiate-size ice rink! DAILY ADMISSION RATES Our amenities include a warming Toddler (0 to 4)............................................................................FREE room, concession stand, and a Child (5 to 17)..............................................................................$3.00 Adult (18 to 61)...........................................................................$4.00 wood-burning stove. Senior (62+).................................................................................$3.50 We look forward to seeing Friday Family Night................................................................. $15.00 Re-Entry (5:00-9:00 pm).............................................................$2.00 you on the ice! Group Rate (10+ people)...........................................................$2.00 Field Trip......................................................................................$1.00 Skate Rental................................................................................$2.00 Rink Rental.............................................................................. $150/hr *Note: Season Passes are not permitted for SEASON PASSES any special events. Youth Resident (5 to 17)......................................................... $50.00 *Note: Fees and charges are subject to Youth Non-Resident (5 to 17)................................................ $65.00 change without prior notice. Adult Resident (18 to 61)........................................................ $52.00 Adult Non-Resident (18 to 61)............................................... $68.00 Senior Resident (62+).............................................................. $47.00 Senior Non-Resident (62+)..................................................... $62.00 Family Resident....................................................................... $80.00 Family Non-Resident............................................................... $95.00 *Season Passes include admission and skate rental 30 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation
SKATE LESSONS DJ NIGHT
Each session will be a 30-minute lesson. The first Our live DJ will be back to play the best hits and your
day of each session will be at 4:30 pm. After the favorites while you skate around the outdoor rink.
first session, groups will be divided by skill level and
Date: TBD
advised to whether they should come to the 4:30
Cost: Standard admission fee
pm or 5:30 pm class for the remaining lessons. Our
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
instructor uses the USFSA Snow Plow Program for
lessons. Participants will learn new skills like walking
in ice skates, marching, skating backwards and MOVIE NIGHT
stopping. Lessons are open to all ages. Come out and enjoy a movie while skating around
Session 1: December 6th – December 18th (2021) the outdoor ice rink.
Session 2: January 3rd – January 15th Date: TBD
Session 3: January 24th – February 5th Cost: Standard admission fee
Ages: All are welcome Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
Cost: $20/session
Time: Monday, Wednesday 4:30-5:30 pm |
Saturday 11:00 am-12:00 pm VALENTINE’S SKATE
Come out after dinner for our annual Couples Skate!
We will have a live DJ to help serenade you as you
glide around the ice. Admission fee includes, skate
rental, popcorn and a snack.
Date: February 14th
Cost: $10.00/couple
Time: 6:00-9:00 pm
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 31Eberhart-Petro Golf Course SEASON PASS FEES
Junior Resident (7 to 22 w/ valid College I.D.)...................... $195.00
For over 85 years, Junior Non-Resident (7 to 22 w/ valid College I.D).............. $235.00
Eberhart-Petro Adult Resident (18 to 61)........................................................ $575.00
Municipal Golf Course Adult Non-Resident (18 to 61)............................................... $775.00
has served the City Adult Couple Resident (18 to 61).......................................... $685.00
Adult Couple Non-Resident (18 to 61).................................. $915.00
of Mishawaka and
Family Resident (those claimed on Federal 1040).............. $745.00
surrounding areas with Family Non-Resident (those claimed on Federal 1040)..... $955.00
a fantastic golf course. Senior Resident (62+ and fully retired)................................. $455.00
First opened in 1929 with Senior Non-Resident (62+ and fully retired)........................ $650.00
the first nine holes on the Senior Couple Resident (62+ and fully retired)................... $515.00
Senior Couple Non-Resident (62+ and fully retired).......... $745.00
south side of the St. Joseph
River then expanding to DAILY FEES
18 holes in 1949, which Toddler (0 to 6)..............................................................................FREE
includes four river Junior (Monday-Friday | 9 or 18 holes | 7 to 17).................. $15.00
crossings. This may be Adult (Monday-Friday | 9 holes | 18 to 61)........................... $15.00
the most well-manicured Adult (Monday-Friday | 18 holes | 18 to 61)......................... $21.00
Senior (Monday-Friday | 9 or 18 holes | 62+)...................... $15.00
municipal golf course
Twilight (9 or 18 holes | after 4:00 pm).................................. $12.00
you will ever play, and 9 Holes Only (all ages)............................................................... $15.00
probably the Weekend/Holiday (9 or 18 holes | all ages).......................... $24.00
toughest 6,000 yard, League Fees (9 or 18 holes)..................................................... $15.00
par-70 golf course Weekend (9 or 18 holes | after 12:00 pm)............................ $12.00
in the Midwest. Built on MISCELLANEOUS FEES
only 89 acres, Eberhart- Cart (9 holes).................................................................................$9.00
Petro will challenge every Cart (18 holes)............................................................................ $18.00
level of golfer
from beginner to the FALL SPECIAL:
18 holes (with half cart)............................................................ $30.00
most-seasoned player.
18 holes (walk)........................................................................... $12.00
We invite you to come
Pull Cart (9 holes)..........................................................................$2.00
experience one of Pull Cart (18 holes).......................................................................$3.00
Mishawaka’s finest Outing Rate (per person, including cart)................................ $35.00
assets – Eberhart-Petro
EBERHART-PETRO GOLF COURSE IS LOCATED AT
Municipal Golf Course.
801 N. STATE ST. FOR MORE INFO (574) 255-5508.
*Fees and charges are subject to change without prior notice.
32 www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreationSUMMER PROGRAMS JULY – GARBAGE OPEN
JUNE & JULY – SUMMER JR GOLF CLUB This is the flagship junior golf tournament that put
Wednesday mornings, this junior program is a much Eberhart-Petro on the golfing map over 65 years ago.
more detailed and in-depth learning process into It has been, and will always be, a FREE tournament
the game of golf, for kids wanting to expand their for the kids, with food and drinks following the event.
games in all facets of the game. It also covers the For generations of golfers in Mishawaka, when they
relation to life skills and how golf is a reflection and think of Eberhart, they think of the Garbage Open.
teaching of these life skills. It is a seven-week session, Date: July 20th
every Wednesday morning in June and July, usually
starting at 8:00 am, and lasting about an hour in
each session, with a cost of $85.00 per child for the ALL SEASON
whole summer. GOLF OUTINGS
Dates: June 8th – July 27th Eberhart-Petro is home to multiple Golf Outings
throughout the season; please check with the Pro
Shop for more details. This is the ultimate outing golf
JULY – MISHAWAKA MEN’S METRO course! With a beautiful river setting and pristine
Dates: July 1st – 3rd conditions, the course provides an excellent back
drop for your company or organization. With that
being said, book your outing with us and show your
customers a wonderful day on this age-old golf
course to be enjoyed by everyone.
www.mishawaka.in.gov/parksandrecreation 33LOCATION: 2605 S. CLOVER RD
George Wilson Park (1 MILE WEST OF INDIANA 331
ON DRAGOON TRAIL)
ADMISSION HUT: (574) 258-1707
Named for a Mishawaka High School athletic coach in the 1950s-1960s,
the park features 54.3 acres of rolling hills, lush tall trees, a playground and scenic
views of Mishawaka and South Bend. In 1990, a disc golf course was installed, which
hosted the 1996 PDGA Disc Golf World Championships and continues
to host several disc golf tournaments throughout the year. The park also hosts excellent
snow tubing hills for the winter months, its signature 55' teepee-like windbreak
structure overlooks the park, while providing shelter from the
bitter cold winter weather. The warming room shelter features a
gas fireplace, concession items and restrooms.
Visit George Wilson Park and get back in touch with nature today!
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Hours of Operation:..................... 10:00 am-8:00 pm Admission.............................................................$3.00
November through March, daily (weather pending) Group Rate...........................................................$1.00
NO SLEDS, SNOWBOARDS OR TOBOGGANS ARE Tube Rental..........................................................$2.00
ALLOWED. INFLATABLE TUBES ONLY! *Group fee is per person; must have 10 or more people, with a
supervisor, for every 10 children.
*Fees and charges are subject to change without prior notice.
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