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activity guide • 2021
2 Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS PARK BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
Fido Fields/Nelson Park Dog Park 3 Stacey Young President
Special Events 4 Bob Brilley, II Vice-President
Dr. Kristin White Commissioner
Overlook Adventure Park 5
Chris Harrison Commissioner
Mini Golf, Batting & Ropes
Matt Whitehead Commissioner
Foundation 6-7
DISC 8 - 10 STAFF
Passes & Fees/Fitness Center Clay Gerhard Executive Director
Fitness Classes Kristin Sowa Chief Financial Officer
Devon G. Buffett Amphitheater 10 Melanie Moore Freedom of Information Officer
Basketball/Volleyball/Pickleball 10 - 11 Jamie Davis DISC Manager
Ken Frye Scovill Zoo Director
Youth Activities 12 - 15 Jamie Gower Recreation & Facilities Director
Tumbling Classes Frank Hubbard Chief of Park Police
Cheer Camp Karalee Misner Marketing Director
Winter Break Day Camp Kristi Orrick Human Resources Manager
Preschool Activities Mike Wilcott Amphitheater Manager
Super Saturday Recess Tim Wright Decatur Airport Director
Park District Parties 13
Running/Staley Striders 15 OUR CODE
Baseball & Softball 16 The Decatur Park District does not discriminate
Lacrosse 17 against individuals in admission to, or treatment of, or
Golf 18 - 19 employment in programs or activities in compliance
Indoor Golf Center with the Illinois Human Rights Act, Section 504 of
Junior Golf Classes the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended and the
U.S. Constitution. The Park District receives Federal
Soccer 20 - 21
funds from the National Park Service. Regulations of
MidState Soccer Club
the U.S. Dept. of the Interior strictly prohibit unlawful
Youth Indoor Soccer
discrimination in departmental Federally Assisted
Leagues
Programs on the basis of race, color, national origin,
Scovill Zoo 22 - 23 age or handicap. Any person who believes he or
Arts 24 - 27 she has been discriminated against in any program,
Seniors 28 activity, or facility operated by the Decatur Park
District may contact the District’s Equal Opportunity
Special Recreation 28
Officer (217/422-5911) and the U.S. Department of
Meeting & Banquet Facilities 29 the Interior at: Director, Equal Opportunity Program,
Decatur Airport 30 U.S. Dept. of the Interior, National Park Service, P.O.
Registration Form 31 Box 37127, Washington, D.C. 20013-7127.
Partners for Parks
Adopt a park! Businesses, schools, churches and individuals are invited to help keep our community parks
beautiful by participating in the Park District’s Partners for Parks program. Please call 422-5911 to volunteer.General Information/Dog
General Information
Parks 3
Trees on the Tees
AT YOUR SERVICE Encounter an outdoor
Administration Office 217-422-5911 experience sure to
Airport Office 217-428-2423 get you embracing
Cancellation Hotline 217-427-3488 the holiday spirit!
Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater 217-422-5911 Aboard a golf cart after dark, drive through an
DISC 217-429-3472 enchanting path of beautifully decorated trees.
Fairview Tennis Complex 217-421-7432 Afterward, pull up a hay bale to roast s’mores by
the fire pit and sip on hot cocoa.
Foundation 217-422-5911
Hickory Point Golf Course 217-421-7444 December 9-12 & 15-19
Hickory Point Banquet Facility 217-421-6657 Interested in Sponsoring?
Johns Hill Center 217-429-7750 Be a part of the magic by becoming an event
Overlook Adventure Park 217-422-2316 sponsor, tree sponsor, volunteer or donating
Park Watch 217-424-1311 decorations! Call 217-422-5911.
Poage Arts & Recreation Center 217-421-6648
Red Tail Run Golf Course 217-422-2211
Schaub Floral Display Center 217-421-7550
Scovill Zoo 217-421-7435
Splash Cove 217-619-8080
Fido Fields & Nelson Park Dog Parks
Hours: Sunrise - 10 p.m. year-round
Exercise and socialize your pups at Fido Fields and
Nelson Park Dog Parks! Fee is $38 for the first dog We Care about Your Safety
and $16 for each additional dog (max 5). Registration As a PDRMA-accredited agency, the Decatur Park
forms for annual dog park memberships may be District strives to ensure that playground equipment,
found at the DISC or decatur-parks.org. Complete park grounds, and facilities remain in excellent
the form and submit with your proof of veterinarian condition. Please help us in this effort! Follow
certification of rabies, Bordetella, distemper and posted safety rules, and note age designations for
parvo vaccinations, and proof of spay/neuter. appropriate use of playground equipment. Please
call 422-5911 to report any concerns.
Park Watch
Park Watch helps prevent crimes Greater Decatur Chamber Metro Money
in Decatur Park District parks, Support the local business community by using
properties and facilities. Cash Metro Money! Gift certificates come in $5 and
rewards of up to $1,000 can be $20 denominations, never expire, and
offered for information leading to can be used like cash at over 40
the arrest of individuals responsible locations, including the Decatur Park
for these crimes. If you witness District! We are excited to partner
suspicious activity or have a tip, call Park Watch at with the Greater Decatur Chamber of
424-1311. All tips and information are helpful, and Commerce in this important program.
you may remain anonymous. Use your Metro Money at the Park District Admin
Emergencies 911 Office, DISC, golf courses, Overlook Adventure Park,
Macon County Dispatch 217-424-1311 and Scovill Zoo.4 Special Events
Princess Ball
CALENDAR OF EVENTS This popular event is perfect for young ladies aged
5 – 12 and their dads and/or grandfathers. Call
September 3 Justin Moore 422-5911 for reservations.
Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater
Deadline: January 19 unless sold out.
September 4 Kevin Costner & Modern West Date: Saturday, January 22
Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater Time: Dinner, 5 - 6 p.m.
September 12 Grandparents’ Day Dancing, 6 - 9 p.m.
Scovill Zoo Location: Hickory Point Banquet Facility
September 17 Dry Bar Comedy Fee: $30 per couple ($10 for each
Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater additional sibling)
September 18 Three Dog Night Tickets go on sale on November 26, 2021 by
Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater calling 217-422-5911
September 19 Shoreline Classic Road Race
Nelson Park Mommy/Son Play Night
September 24 Diamond Rio Boys aged 5 - 10 and their moms will enjoy a
Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater night of active play, music, a bounce house,
September 25 Platinum Rock Legends rock wall climbing, a photo booth, pizza, prizes
Devon Lakeshore Amphitheater and giveaways. Call 429-3472 to register! Pre-
Oct. 15 - 17, Boo at the Zoo registration required by March 2.
21 - 24, 28 - 31 Scovill Zoo Code Age Day Date Time
November 20 Turkey Trot, Fairview Park
461400-08 5 - 10 F March 4 6 - 9 p.m.
December 5 Santa Shuffle at the DISC
Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
December 9-12 Trees on the Tees
Hickory Point Golf Course Fee: $25 per couple ($10 for each additional sibling)
December 11 Pajama Party with Santa
Scovill Zoo Parents’ Night Out at the DISC
December 15 -19 Trees on the Tees Take some time for yourself while your kids have
Hickory Point Golf Course a blast at the DISC! They’ll play games, climb the
January 8 DISC Open House rock wall, slide and jump on the inflatables, zip
January 14-16 Greater Decatur Chorale around on scooters, eat pizza, and more! Must
RCC Theater pre-register by the preceding Wednesday at 5
January 22 Princess Ball p.m. online, at the DISC or by calling at 429-3472.
Hickory Point Banquet Facility Code Age Day Date Time
March 4 Mommy/Son Play Night 415000-01 5 - 12 S Sept. 18 5 – 8:30 p.m.
DISC 415000-02 5 - 12 S Oct. 23 5 – 8:30 p.m.
March 18 - 20 Perform! - SHREK the Musical Jr. 415000-03 5 - 12 S Nov. 13 5 – 8:30 p.m.
Decatur Civic Center Theater 415000-04 5 - 12 S Dec. 18 5 – 8:30 p.m.
April 2 Opening Day: Scovill Zoo and 415000--05 5 - 12 S Jan. 15 5 – 8:30 p.m.
Overlook Adventure Park Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
April 16 FOZ Breakfast with the Easter Fee: $30 ($25 w resident discount); $10 for each
Bunny & Critter Egg Hunt additional child
Scovill Zoo
May 6 & 7 Dance Recital
Location: TBDOverlook Adventure Park 5
Overlook Adventure Park at Lakeshore Landing
2501 E. Nelson Park Rd. • Overlookadventure.com
Escape to the lake at Overlook Adventure Park, featuring two 18-hole, accessible mini golf courses, a
high ropes course, and batting cages! Call 422-2316 for info about parties and corporate events. Check
overlookadventure.com and our Facebook page for details about fall events!
August 15 - September 6* September 7 - October 31
Monday - Thursday: 4 - 8 p.m. Monday - Wednesday: Closed
Friday: 4 - 10 p.m. Thursday: 4 - 8 p.m.
Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. Friday: 4 - 10 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 8 p.m. Saturday: 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
*Open Labor Day from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 8 p.m.
Overlook Adventure Mini Golf Ropes Course
With challenging water features and a Scovill Zoo This amazing course is unique to Central Illinois,
animal theme, Overlook Adventure Mini Golf is a putting climbers 25 feet above the ground, soar-
blast for individuals of all ages! ing above the mini golf course! You’ll climb your
Ages 3 & Under Free way around 33 challenges, including a tightrope,
Ages 4 - 12 $6.75 bridges, balance beams, and zip line. A tots
Ages 13+ $7.75 course has 9 obstacles for the little ones.
Seniors 65+ $7.25 Ropes Course Rates 30 min. 60 min.
Second Game $4.75 Tots Course $4.75 $7.75
Group Outing Rates 20 player min. at $6/round Ages 4 - 12 $6.75 $10.75
GSI Party Bin Event $45 for GSI party bin + Ages 13+ $7.75 $11.75
10 player min. at $6/round
Loyalty Card Batting Cages
Golf 12 rounds, and the 13th round is free! Pick Batting cages at Overlook Adventure Park feature
up your Loyalty Card at the Overlook Adventure 4 bays with varying speeds for baseball and soft-
Mini Golf counter. ball. Great for individuals and teams!
Weekly Specials Batting Cage Rates
Thursdays Two golfers for the price of one 1 token 15 pitches $2.25
Sundays Family Special! 4 golfers for $25 5 tokens 75 pitches $6.75
10 tokens 150 pitches $11.25
25 tokens 375 pitches $25.25
Save on an Adventure Pass that combines your favorite activities. Youth Adult
Purchase at the Park District Admin Office or Overlook Adventure
Park front desk during open hours. Great gift idea! Youth passes are Pick 2 $12 $13
for ages 4 - 12 and adult passes are for 13 and older. Add Splash Pick 3 $16 $17
Cove admission for an additional $8 per 3 Adventure pass!
Mini Golf - 18 holes / Batting Cage 75 pitches / High Ropes 30 minutes6 Foundation Decatur Parks Foundation By encouraging the financial support of businesses and individuals, the Decatur Parks Foundation supports the Decatur Park District’s facilities and park & recreation programs, which spur economic development, nurture our citizens’ health and well-being, and enhance our community’s quality of life. Thank you to the many businesses and individuals who have made the following projects possible: Anna Bethel Fisher Rock Garden Foundation Directors Anne & Al Swartz Pavilion at Hickory Point Rod Schanefelt, President Decatur Commodores Sunnyside Park Restoration Ellen Hearn, Vice President Decatur Park District Bike Trail System Mindy Chadwick, Secretary Devon G. Buffett Amphitheater James Neff, Treasurer Dreamland Lake Chris Harrison, Park Board Liaison Fairview Park Rose Garden Stacey Young, Park Board Liaison Fido Fields and Nelson Park Dog Parks Brandy Brown Jerry Menz Arts Scholarship Fund Brian Byers Littler Critter at Overlook Adventure Park Cindy Deadrick-Wolfer Park Reforestation Project Kara Demirjian-Huss Project Playground I & II Jim Schwarz Rotary Park Dr. Stephen Huss Schaub Floral Display Center, Greenhouse & Memorial Garden Kara Johnston Scovill Sculpture Park Judy Locke Scovill Zoo Shilling Environmental Education Center Kitty McCarthy Scovill Zoo Endangered Species Carousel Bruce Nims Scovill Zoo Entrance Plaza Michelle Reynolds Scovill Zoo Z.O.& O Express Train Extension Dr. Bill Van Alstine Scovill Zoo Flamingo, Zebra and Penguin Exhibits Erv Arends Vision 2020 Soccer Complex Expansion Tom Hostetler Ursula Beck Tennis Center Youth Scholarship Program Schaub Floral Display Center The Foundation’s Youth Scholarship Program makes Sportsman’s Park • 421-7550 funds available for students in need, ensuring Hours: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. Daily that all may participate in Park Seasonal displays and a beautiful memorial garden District programs. Eligibility are just a few highlights of the Schaub Floral Display is based on family size and Center in Sportsman’s Park, made possible through income, and scholarships are grants and gifts to the Parks Foundation from the awarded to youth under the age Lindsay-Schaub newspapers, Robert D. Schaub, and of 18 without regard to race, the Alesia and Howard Schaub family. color, religion, age, disability or national origin. For details, call 422-5911.
Foundation 7
Nature Pavers at Scovill Zoo! Scovill Sculpture Park
You’ve seen the beautiful engraved pavers at the Scovill Park / 421-7435
entrance to Scovill Zoo. Declare your love for the zoo, Stroll in Scovill Sculpture Park, surrounded by
Project Playground, and Sculpture Park by purchasing beautiful, one-of-a-kind works of art! The
a nature paver for yourself or a loved one! Order Howard G. Buffett Foundation
your paver at Behindeveryexperience.com or call generously funded the creation
217-422-5911. and development of the park
adjacent to Scovill Zoo and
Buffett Photography Exhibit the Children’s Museum of
Thanks to a gift from the Howard G. Buffett Illinois. If you haven’t yet
Foundation, Scovill Zoo showcases a breathtaking visited the Sculpture Park, stop
exhibit of animal photographs captured by Howard by! This beautiful venue is free
Buffett during his visits to Africa, Asia, North America, and open year-round.
and South America. Recipient of multiple international
humanitarian and conservation awards, Mr. Buffett
provides a rare glimpse of animals in the wild. The
framed photos are in a permanent gallery in the zoo’s
education center.
Scovill Zoo Extended Train Ride
Our newly extended train ride includes views of
additional zoo animals, a ride over a 30ft high bridge
with breathtaking views of Lake Decatur, peeks at the
Scovill Sculpture Park and access to the Children’s
Museum of Illinois. Thanks to the Howard G. Buffett
Foundation for partnering with the Decatur Parks
Foundation to make this project a reality!
Rotary Notes at Overlook Adventure Park
Thank you to Decatur Rotary #180 for adding to the
enrichment of our community by adding the Rotary
Notes play structure to Historic Nelson Park.
Litter Critter
Art inspiring change! “Be a Deer, Put it Here” a unique
sculpture went up at Overlook Adventure park in the
shape of our state animal, the White -Tailed Deer
to educate our community and kick off a no litter
campaign with the Beautify Decatur Coalition and
Limitless Decatur!
Junior Welfare Association Playground
This playground located at Overlook Adventure Park
is interactive, ADA accessible play structure, where
Donate today at
children of all ages can climb and explore. We
appreciate JWA’s partnership! behindeveryexperience.com8 DISC
Fitness/DISC
Decatur Indoor Sports Center
In partnership with Millikin University
ALL-INCLUSIVE, FULL FACILITY PASS!
Our all-inclusive, full-facility pass includes use of the
at Millikin University
fitness center, track & courts during unscheduled times,
1295 W. Wood rock climbing wall, seasonal lap swim at Splash Cove,
429-DISC fitness classes, child care, stroller club, indoor golf
nights, discounts on birthday parties, pool passes, and
DISC-based programs, as well as the new ActivTrax
personalized workout software!
Features ANNUAL MONTHLY*
• Fitness Center • Indoor Soccer Field Individual adult $489.00 $42.25
• Four-lane 200 Meter Track • Rock Climbing Wall Family*** $681.00 $58.25
• Basketball/Volleyball Courts • Playroom Youth (grade 9-12) $213.00 $19.25
• Indoor Golf Center with Golf Simulators, Putting, Senior (65+) $348.00 $30.50
Hitting, and Bunker areas Senior couple $504.00 $43.50
• Locker Room & Shower Facilities Ind. 3 month pass** $145.50 $50.00
• Conference/Party Room, Lounge Area, and Vending * Fees are based upon a 12-month contract. Fees may be
• Dance and Group Fitness Studios paid in one payment or as monthly bank draft.
• Batting and Throwing Cages ** Fees based upon 3 month contract only
***A family is designated as up to 2 adults and 4 children,
SilverSneakers under the age of 21, living at the same address.
The DISC is a Healthways SilverSneakers Fitness **** Must be 14 years old to use fitness center
program partner! Many health plans around the DAILY FULL FACILITY RATES
country offer SilverSneakers. Are you eligible? We Individual adult $13.00*
can check! If you are retired and your health benefits Youth (grades 9-12) $10.00*
include SilverSneakers, you can walk, run, and work Senior (65+) $10.00*
out at the DISC for free! Call Melissa at 429-3472. * One-time $1 fee for required ID card.
TRACK & COURT PASSES
DISC FITNESS CENTER
This pass includes use of the DISC’s track and courts
At the DISC, we have all of the equipment you need to during unscheduled times.
achieve your fitness goals!
Track & Court Annual Daily
Strive & Matrix Strength Equipment • ADA Equipment
• Hammer Strength Half Racks • Free Motion Smith Adult $130.00 $8.50
Machine • Olympic Benches & Free Weights • Family** $240.00 ---
Kettlebells • Concept2 Rowers • Free Motion Incline Youth (under 18) $75.00 ---
Trainers • Life Fitness Bikes and Treadmills • Precor Youth (12 - 17) $75.00 $6.50
Elliptical Trainers & Climber • Star Trac Treadmills, Youth (under 12) --- $5.50
Elite Cross Trainer & Bikes • TRUE Treadmills & Senior (65+) $100.00 $6.75
Ellipticals • iPod Integrated Treadmills & Bikes • Senior before 3 p.m. --- $4.25
Cardio Theater • Hoist weight machines • Lateral ** “Family” is designated as up to 2 adults and 4
Octane X children under the age of 21, living at the same address.Fitness/DISC
DISC 9
Boot Camp (Mondays 5:30-6:15 p.m.,
GROUP FITNESS CLASSES
Tuesdays 4:30-5:15 p.m.)
Pick up a schedule of fitness classes at the DISC or
Want to improve your cardiovascular endurance,
check www.decatur-parks.org/decatur-indoor-sports-
muscle strength, and agility? Get in shape fast in
center-disc for new offerings! Classes are FREE with
Boot Camp, which incorporates circuit training,
your full-facility membership.
VIIT(variable intensity interval training), using a variety
of equipment and body weigh exercises.
Sunrise Spin Mondays (6-6:45 a.m.)
High energy, high intensity! With a motivating, fun, POUND (Tuesdays 5:30-6:15 p.m.)
instructor, start your work week with a turn of a Channel your inner rockstar with this full body cardio-
resistance wheel, and go on a journey in your mind jam session inspired by the infectious, energizing, and
with a mixture of flats, hills, and sprints to help you sweat-dripping fun of playing the drums. Designed
sweat, burn calories, and reset your mind! for all fitness levels, POUND® provides the perfect
atmosphere for letting loose, getting energized, toning
Tabata Bootcamp Tuesdays (6-6:45 a.m.)
up and rockin’ out!
HIIT your morning off right, with High Intensity Interval
Training! Using Tabata timing and body weight Cardio Blast (Wednesdays 5:30-6:15pm /
exercises, give your absolute all- 20 seconds at a Thursdays 4:30 - 5:15 p.m.)
time, recover for 10 seconds, and watch your body End your work day with a blast of high-intensity
transform into a force to be reckoned with! interval training! If your goal is to improve endurance,
strengthen muscles, and improve overall fitness, this
Spin Chaos Wednesdays (6-6:45 a.m.)
blast is for you!
Fly on and off the bikes, in a 45 minute whirlwind
circuit using spin bikes, bodyweight, and a variety of STRONG Nation (Thursdays 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.)
equipment. This class will get your heart pumping and STRONG Nation™ combines high intensity interval
the sweat flowing! training with the science of Synced Music Motivation.
Designed so that every squat, every lunge, every move
Total Body Thursdays (6-6:45 a.m.)
is perfectly synced to the music, making your workout
Want to start your day with a mix of cardio and strength
more efficient than ever!
training? Then this 45 minute class is for YOU! Using
a variety of equipment and circuit training, build your Pure Yoga (M/W 6:30 – 7:40 p.m.)
endurance, strength and power. Step into 70 minutes of pure yoga to put your mind,
body, and soul at ease, while improving your overall
Sunrise Stretch Fridays (6-6:45a.m.)
physical and mental health.
Recover from your week of workouts, with 45 minutes
of yoga. This class is designed to stretch and refresh Saturday Showcase (Saturdays 9-9:45 a.m.)
your muscles, increase your flexibility, and get you Come experience one of our regularly scheduled
ready for the weekend! classes, on the weekend! With a different class each
week, our fun and motivating instructors will get your
Body Sculpting (Tu/Th 9:30 - 10 a.m.)
heart rate up, and get you ready for whatever your
Popular with men and women of all ages, this class
weekend holds.
is a great way to gain muscle mass, increase bone
strength, improve balance and coordination, and gain
DISC Open House!
more energy and stamina!
January 8 • 9 a.m. - noon
Spin the wheel for discounts and a chance to
win a free membership!10 DISC Rock
Devon Amphitheater/Basketball
Climbing/Basketball
Little Hoopsters
Directed by Olivia Lett
and the Millikin
Women’s Basketball Team,
Little Hoopsters teaches
teamwork, dribbling,
passing, and shooting
in a non-competitive
environment. Come
learn from Coach Lett
the MU coach and these fabulous players!
Box Office Code Age Day Date Time
2686 E. Cantrell Street 431031-01 3-4 W Sept. 8 - Oct. 6 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Decatur, IL 62521 431031-02 5-6 W Sept. 8 - Oct. 6 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
217/422-5911 431031-03 7-8 W Sept. 8 - Oct. 6 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Visit devonamphitheater.com for news, 431031-04 9-12 W Sept. 8 - Oct. 6 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
tickets, info & more. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
Fee: $62 ($57 Res; $52 DISC Members)
Ticket Information
bu y t s
The purchase of tickets online can occur atc any e time Adult Basketball Leagues
i k
through the Devon’s ticket provider—t EventBrite. Sign up for our intense, fast-paced basketball leagues!
EventBrite accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Teams play 10 games and an end-of-the-season
and Discover cards for online payment. Tickets can also tournament. League size is limited, so sign up early!
be purchased at the Decatur Park District offices at 620 Date: Tuesdays, January 11 - March 22
E. Riverside Drive (Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. Time: 6 - 10 p.m.
to 5 p.m) or over the phone by calling (217) 422-5911. Age: 16+
Location:DISC, 1295 W. Wood
• For all concert events, all guests—including children
Fee: $600 (Men’s Rec)
over 2 years old—are required to have a ticket to enter.
$600 (Men’s Competitive)
• Facilities at The Devon are wheelchair-accessible,
with wheelchair seating available on our reserved
seating level.
@thedevonamp
Join the E-mail Club!
Basketball Lessons
Sign up to keep up! Stay in the loop with up-to-
Qualified instructors offer personalized and small-
date concert and event announcements, news,
group instruction to gain the winning edge! Call
promotions, and info. Devonamphitheater.com
Gabby at 429-7750 for details.
Date: By appointment
THE HOWARD G. Location:DISC, 1295 W. Wood
BUFFETT
FO U N DATION
Fee: 1 Athlete
2 Athletes
$30/hr. ($25 w/res. discount)
$44/hr. ($38 w/res. discount)Volleyball/Pickleball 11
Illini United Volleyball Club Volleyball Lessons
Led by director Traci Dyer-Townsend, this travel club Our qualified instructors will help you perfect your pass,
program is competitive yet maintains an atmosphere set, serve and spike! Lessons are offered for one, two,
of learning, good sportsmanship, or three athletes. Appointment times are subject to
teamwork, and fun. Our qualified instructor/court availability. Call the DISC at 429-3472
coaching staff focuses on to schedule your lesson!
improving fundamental skills Date: By appointment
and techniques at players’ Location:DISC, 1295 W. Wood
individualized positions. High Fee: 1 Athlete $30/hr. ($25 w/res. discount)
School Club tryouts (freshman - 2 Athletes $42/hr. ($35 w/res. discount)
seniors) are held in November, and Youth Club tryouts 3 Athletes $54/hr. ($45 w/res.discount)
(ages 9 - 14) are held in March. For details, visit the
Illini United page at decatur-parks.org, email Traci at Illini United Junior High
illiniunited@decparks.com. Volleyball Training
Illini United Minis Volleyball League Dates: November 7 - 28
Have fun while learning the fundamentals of volleyball! Code: 431833-02
Led by the Illini United High School Volleyball Club Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
coaches and players, participants in grades 1 - 6 will Fee: $70
learn and improve volleyball basics during practices and
tournament-style games. Code: 351827-16
Date: Saturdays, March 7-April 25
Time: Grades 1 - 2 9 - 10:30 a.m.
Grades 3 - 4 10:30 a.m. - Noon
Grades 5- 6 Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Code: 351827-12
Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
Fee: $95 (includes t-shirt)
Adult Co-ed Indoor
Volleyball Leagues Pickleball Open Play at the DISC
Register now for co-ed, indoor 6-on-6 volleyball Pickleball is a great sport that is easy to learn, no matter
leagues! Teams play once a week, with a schedule of 8 what your age!
self-officiated games. Registration forms and rosters may Morning Pickleball
be picked up at the DISC in late August. Teams accepted Dates: Monday-Friday
on first-come, first served basis until leagues are filled. Time: 8 a.m. - noon
Dates Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
Fall Co-ed Rec: Thursdays, Oct. 7 - Dec. 16 Fee: $4 for non-members;
Co-ed Competitive: Thursdays, Oct. 7 - Dec. 16 free for DISC members
Winter Co-ed Rec: Thursdays, Jan. 13 - March 31
Co-ed Competitive: Thursdays, Jan. 13 - Mar. 31
Outdoor Pickleball
Time: 6 - 10 p.m.
Play pickleball outdoors! Six courts at Cresthaven and
Age: 16+
four courts at South Shores are free and open to the
Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
public from dawn until dusk.
Fee: $180/team; non-resident fees included12 Tumbling/Cheer
Tumbling/Camps
Youth Tumbling at the DISC! Beginning Tumbling II (ages 6 - 13)
Age- and skills-appropriate tumbling classes are offered For youth with some tumbling experience.
for ages 18 mo. - 13! Fee for Parent/Tot - Intermediate Code II Day Date Time
classes is $50 ($45 Res; $40 DISC members). Advanced 451932-109 M Sept. 13 - Oct. 18 5:05 - 5:50 p.m.
Tumbling is $55 ($50 Res; $45 DISC Members). Register 451932-110 T Sept. 14- Oct. 19 4:35 - 5:20 p.m.
at the DISC or Decatur-parks.org. Classes are based on 451932-407 M Mar. 21 - April 25 4:35 - 5:20 p.m.
skill, ages are just a suggestion.
Intermediate Tumbling (ages 8 - 13)
Code Day Date Time
451932-111 T Sept. 14 - Oct. 19 5:25 - 6:10 p.m.
451932-408 M Mar. 21 - April 25 5:25 - 6:10 p.m.
Advanced Tumbling (ages 8 - 13)
Code Day Date Time
451932-209 M Oct. 25 - Dec. 6 5:25 - 6:25 p.m.
Cheer Tumbling (ages 8 - 13)
Got spirit? Yes, you do! Youth aged 8 - 13 will be
divided into age-appropriate instruction and will learn
arm motions, jumps, flexibility and coordination, cheers
Parent/Tot Tumbling (18 mo. - 3) and basic tumbling skills.
Parent Participation is required. Code Day Date Time
Code Day Date Time 451932-112 T Sept. 14 - Oct. 18 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
451932-101 M Sept. 13 - Oct. 18 4 - 4:30 p.m. Location:DISC, 1295 W. Wood
451932-102 M Sept. 13 - Oct. 18 5:55 - 6:25 p.m. Fee: $55 ($50 Res; $45 DISC Members)
451932-103 T Sept. 14 - Oct. 19 11 - 11:30 a.m.Cheer Camp (ages 4 - 12)
451932-401 M Mar. 21 - Apr. 25 4 - 4:30 p.m. Enhance your cheer and stunt skills
451932-402 M Mar. 21 - Apr. 25 6 - 6:30 p.m. during this 1-day camp led by the MU
451932-403 T Mar. 22 - Apr. 26 11 - 11:30 a.m.Cheerleading Squad. Show off your
Toddler Tumbling (ages 3 - 5) new cheers at one of Millikin’s men’s
Code Day Date Time home basketball games. Participants
451932-104 M Sept. 13 - Oct. 18 4:30 - 5 p.m. will receive a t-shirt and hair bow.
451932-105 M Sept. 13 - Oct. 18 5:55 - 6:25 p.m. Please bring a sack lunch.
451932-106 T Sept. 14 - Oct. 19 11:35 -12:05p.m. Code Age Day Date
451932-404 M Mar. 21 - April 25 4 - 4:30 p.m. Time
451932-405 M Mar. 21 - April 25 5:25 - 5:55 p.m. 449834-01 4 - 5 M Jan. 17 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
451932-406 T Mar. 22 - April 26 11:35-12:05 p.m. 449834-02 6 - 8 M Jan. 17 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
449834-03 9 - 10 M Jan. 17 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
449834-04 11 - 12 M Jan. 17 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Beginning Tumbling I (ages 6 - 13)
Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
For those new to tumbling or minimal experience.
Fee: $45 ($40 Res; $36 DISC members)
Code I Day Date Time
451932-107 M Sept. 13 - Oct. 18 5:05 - 5:50 p.m.
451932-108 T Sept. 14 - Oct. 19 4:35 - 5:20 p.m.
451932-407 M Mar. 21 - April 25 4:35 - 5:20 p.m.Day Camps/Parties 13
School’s Out Day Camp
Youth Activities at thePARK
DISC
DISTRICT PARTIES
Enjoy fun activities and exciting field trips with the DISC’s
School’s Out Day Camp! Kids aged 5-14 will be well
Overlook Adventure Park Party
supervised during the camp day with an 8:1 student to
Looking for a unique spot for your next party? Book the
staff ratio. Call 429-3472 for more information.
GSI Party Bin at Overlook Adventure Park! Parties include
Code Trip Date
a 2-hour party bin rental and discounted rates for mini
410632-01 Overlook Adventure Park Oct. 11
golf, ropes course, and batting cages for your group
410632-02 Movie Oct. 22
of 10 or more. Call 429-7750 to schedule. Available
410632-03 Children’s Museum Nov. 24
April - October.
410632-04 Rock Wall & Bounce House Nov. 26
410632-05 Movie Theater Dec. 22 Bubble Ball & Nerf Wars at the DISC
410632-06 Holiday Party Dec. 23 Add some excitement to your next party with the latest
410632-07 Skating Dec. 27 craze! Rentals include all necessary equipment and a
410632-08 Pizza Party & Nerf Guns* Dec. 28 staff member to facilitate. Parties and rental options
410632-09 Lacrosse Dec. 29 are available for ages 8 and up. Also a great company
410632-10 BINGO Dec. 30 team-building idea! For info, email mrinchiuso@
410632-11 Fitness Fun Jan. 3 decparks.com.
410632-12 Movie & Popcorn @ DISC Jan. 4
Sports/Bounce House Party at the DISC
410632-13 TBA Jan. 17
Your guests can play on an inflatable bounce house,
410632-14 TBA Feb. 21
climb the rock wall, use the batting cage, and play
410632-15 Chuck E Cheese Mar. 11
basketball, volleyball, soccer, or NEW bubble ball sports!
410632-16 Safety Day Mar. 14
Add the Party Room for an additional minimal cost.
410632-17 Spring Crafts & Dodgeball Mar. 15
Minimum age 4 for the inflatable bounce house and 5
410632-18 Bowling Mar. 16
for the rock wall. Call Melissa at the DISC; 429-3472
410632-19 Backyard Games Mar. 17
to reserve today!
410632-20 Glow in the dark dance party Mar. 18
410632-21 Movie & Popcorn @ DISC Apr. 15 On Safari Party at Scovill Zoo
410632-22 Scovill Zoo Apr. 18 Birthday packages at Scovill Zoo include zoo admission
*Lunch will be provided and train passes for your guests, a gift for the
Time: 6:30 a.m. - 6 p.m. (all sessions) birthday child, and use of the outdoor deck or Shilling
Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Environmental Education Center. Call 421-7435 for
Fee: $43 ($38 with resident discount) per day pricing options.
(15% discount for each additional sibling)
Creative Arts Party at the PARC
Note: Meals are not provided for most camp days.
Your 2-hour party at the Poage Arts & Recreation
Bring a sack lunch. Afternoon snack is
Center will include themed activities, crafts, games, and
provided.
costumes (upon request). Call 217-619-8044 for info
and available dates!
Special Recreation Association (SRA)
In cooperation with the villages of Forsyth and Mt. Zion, the SRA is dedicated to improving the quality of life for
individuals with developmental disabilities in the greater Decatur area. Activities such as dances at the KC Hall, a
dinner club, BINGO, game nights, and movie nights are included on an activities calendar, which can be found
at decatur-parks.org. To be added to the activities calendar mailing list or to learn more about Special Olympics,
call Dana at 429-7750.14 Preschool Activities
Preschool Activities Santa Shuffle
Your toddler will enjoy these fun Decatur Park District Santa returns to the DISC! Kids will run on the indoor
activities at the DISC! Check the arts pages for dance track, play games, and jump on the inflatables (ages 4
and craft opportunities for your youngster! & up)! All participants will receive a medal, cookie, and
photo with Santa. Please check in 10 minutes prior to
your child’s start time. Distances vary per age group from
Playroom at the DISC 1/8 mile to 1 mile. Inflatables, scooters & basketball
Trust your kids with us while you work out at the DISC! available until 6 p.m.
Children aged 6 months - 11 years enjoy supervised Code Date Age Time
games, toys, and activities. The playroom is conveniently 471042-01 December 5 2 - 4 3:30 - 4 p.m.
located on the mezzanine. 471042-02 December 5 5 - 6 4 - 4:30 p.m.
Hours: M - Sat 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. 471042-03 December 5 7 - 8 4:30 - 5 p.m.
M - Th 4 - 8 p.m. 471042-04 December 5 9 - 10 5 - 5:30 p.m.
Fee: Free for full-facility family pass Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
holders $2 for all other members Fee: $12 ($10 Res; $9 DISC members)
and guests.
Sports Sampler (2 - 5)
Parents and their children team up at the DISC, to
learn the fundamentals of T-ball, basketball, tumbling,
park Partners running, soccer and golf! Each week, a new sport is
taught by one of our experts.
Code Day Date Time
Beach House 431052-04 T Oct. 5 - Nov. 9 10 - 10:40 a.m.
2301 E. Lake Shore Dr. 431052-05 T Feb. 1 - Mar. 8 5:30 - 6:10 p.m.
decaturbeachhouse.com Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
(217) 422 - 7202 Fee: $32 ($37 beginning
first day of class,
Everyone’s east $29 for members)
Note: Children must be
end grill
accompanied by
910 S Airport Rd.
an adult.
Decatur, IL 62521
(217) 330 - 8931
Toddler Open Gym
(Infants - 5)
Mister Softee
Need some active entertainment? Bring your kids to the
2505 E. Nelson Park Rd.
DISC! Balls, hoops, building blocks, riding toys, and
Decatur, IL 62521
puzzles are provided in a safe play environment.
(217) 521 - 7020
Session: October 6, 2021-April 27, 2022
Does not meet 11/24
Simply Day/Time: Wednesdays from 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Southern Cafe’ Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
2509 E. Nelson Park Rd. Fee: $3 per child (Under age 1 are free)
Decatur, IL 62521 DISC Full-Facility Family Pass
(217) 330 - 6718 holders are freeSuper Saturday Recess/Running
Running 15
Decatur is a Runner Friendly Community! Turkey Trot
The Road Runners Club of America “Runner Friendly Fairview Park
Community” distinction recognizes cities that stand 8 a.m., November 20
out as runner-friendly, which improves the quality Enter the 5K or 10K run,
of life, economic impact, and physical activity for 5K recreational walk, or 1/2
residents. mile Turkey Tot Trot in Fairview
Staley Striders XC Running Club Park! Tot Trot includes a T-shirt and participation prizes.
Want to improve your distance running? Get going with 5K and 10K races include computerized results and
Staley Striders Cross Country! Participants may choose to 3-deep awards per age group. Register by November
run locally and/or take part in national meets. Athletes 7 to guarantee long-sleeved shirt. No shirt orders will be
wishing to compete in competitions must purchase made after this date. Register online at Runsignup.com
a sanction card and pay race entry fees. Tee shirts by November 19, mail your registration to the DISC,
provided. or call 429-3472.
Code Age Day Date Time Time: 6:30- 7:15 a.m. - Check-in
441647-01 6-18 T/W/Th Oct. 13 - Nov. 18 4 -5 p.m. 7:30 a.m. - Tot Trot; 8 a.m. - Race
Location: Fairview Park Tennis Complex Location: Fairview Park Pavilion #1
Fee: $26 ($31 on race day);
Fee: $50 ($45 with resident discount) Tot Trot $16 ($21 on race day)
Staley Striders Indoor Track & Field Club Shoreline Classic Road Race
Athletes will fine tune their skills with Staley Striders Track Sunday, September 19, Nelson Park
& Field. Focus is on skills comprehension and mastery Shorelineclassic.com
within a positive atmosphere. Participants may choose 15 K / 5 K / Tot Trot
to take part in regional meets. Tee shirts provided. In its 30th year, the Shoreline Classic draws nearly
Code Age Day Date Time 1,200 participants, who run along the shores of
441637-01 6-18 T/W/Th Dec. 7-Feb. 17 4-5 p.m. beautiful Lake Decatur in a colorful fall setting. Runners
Location: DISC Indoor Track and spectators will enjoy food and music in the pavilion
after the race. Register at shorelineclassic.com. Race
Fee: $65 ($58 Res; $55 DISC members)
day registration is available, but runners will not be
guaranteed a shirt.
Athletics Partner
Come work with us!
Autumn Spectacular XC Meet
This annual meet is for boys and girls, aged 6 - 18, Jobs at the Decatur Park District
who enjoy cross-country running and want to compete View and apply online at
against their peers. Awards for the top 6 finishers in each Decatur-parks.org
age group. Call 429-3472 for start times.
Date: Sunday, October 31
Time: Registration, 12:30 p.m.
Race, 1:30 p.m.
Location: Fairview Park
Fee: $6 ($10 on race day)16 Baseball/Softball
Decatur Youth Baseball/Softball League Winter Softball Camp
Play ball! Early registration for the Decatur Youth MU softball coaches and players will teach the
Baseball/Softball League is from Jan. 31 - Feb. fundamentals of throwing, catching, fielding, and
28, with practice beginning mid-April and games defense (infield and outfield). Base running, hitting,
beginning in early May. Registration closes March pitching and bunting techniques will also be covered.
27. Please note: T-Ball players must be age 3 by Code Age Day Date Time
August 31, 2021 to register. Contact Erin or Tony at 459835-13 8-18 Sat. Feb. 12 2 - 6 p.m.
baseball@decparks.com. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
Redbird Rookies Fee: $54 ($45 Res; $43 DISC Members)
Thanks to a partnership between the Decatur Park
District, Decatur Memorial Hospital, and Cardinals Softball Hitting & Pitching Lessons
Care ball players aged 5 - 13 can enjoy this free Batters will learn various hitting techniques, improve
introductory program, which instills the values of hand-eye coordination, and adjust to different pitches
teamwork, integrity, self-esteem, and leadership. at the plate. For pitchers, drills, ball movement and
Registration begins in March on www.redbirdrookies. placement, and basic pitch selection will be covered.
org. Contact Erin/Tony at baseball@decparks.com. Each lesson is broken into three 30-minute time slots.
Date: By appointment
Spring Training Clinic
Age: 6 - 18 (all skill levels)
Softball, T-Ball & Baseball Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood or a local park
Get ready for the season! Players are divided into
age groups in the full gym and improve their skills in Fee: $54 ($45 with resident discount)
fielding, hitting, throwing, catching and base running.
Baseball Hitting & Pitching Lessons
Bring gym shoes, bat, helmet, and glove. Please add Coach Jim Stewart works with athletes one-on-one
$7 for registrations after February 27. at the DISC, offering insights on hitting and pitching
Code Age Time philosophies and techniques. Call 972-1923 to
Softball 419817-02 6 - 14 12 - 1:30 p.m. reserve your time!
Fee: $67/$56 w resident discount/$51 DISC Members Location: DISC
T-Ball 419816-32 3-6 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Fee: $25 half hour ($20 w/res. discount)
Fee: $58/$49 w resident discount/$45 DISC Members $45 per hour ($20 w/res. discount)
Baseball 419816-33 7 - 14 2:45 - 4:45 p.m. Batting/Throwing
Fee: $87/$73 w resident discount/$66 DISC Members Cages
Day/Dates: Sundays, March 6 - April 10 The DISC’s cages feature
Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood portable pitching mounds,
as well as a time-operated
machine with 4 speeds for
baseball and softball. Call
429-3472 to reserve a cage
for your individual or team
practice.
For outdoor batting, visit
Overlook Adventure Park at
Lakeshore Landing (p. 5).Lacrosse/Football
Lacrosse 17
Fall Lacrosse
Fall is a great time for new players to try out the sport
before the spring season and for experienced players to
continue to develop and master their fundamental skills.
Equipment is available for rent. Questions? contact
Tony at 429-3472 or talbertina@decparks.com. Lacrosse Winter Skills Camp
Code Age Day Date Time In this 5-week clinic, participants will learn passing,
360000-11 7-18 (G) T/Th Sept. 14- Oct. 14 6 - 7:30 p.m. catching, shooting, cradling, and scooping, along with
360000-12 7-18(B) W Sept. 15 - Oct. 13 6 - 7:30p.m. the basic rules of lacrosse. All necessary equipment
Location: Rotary Park provided. Participants will receive a long-sleeved tee.
Fee: $50 for boys Code Age Day Date Time
$100 for girls Tuesday & Thursday or 360000-13 7-18 (B) Sat. Nov.13-Dec.11* 10:30-12p.m.
$50 for girls 1 day a week 360000-14 7-18 (G) Sun. Nov.13-Dec.11* 9-10:30 a.m.
360000-15 7-18 (B) Sat. Jan.15-Feb.19 8:30 - 10 a.m.
Little Laxers (Ages 4-7)
360000-16 7-18 (G) Sun. Jan.15 - Feb.19 10-11:30 a.m.
Through fun activities and games, Little Laxers
*Does not meet on November 27 & 28
introduces basic lacrosse skills of throwing, catching,
Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
dodging, scooping, and shooting. Stick and soft indoor
balls are provided. Instructors are US Lacrosse certified. Fee: $52 ($45 Res; $43 DISC Members)
Code Day Date Time Lacrosse Spring League
360000-31 W Oct. 13 - Nov. 3 5 - 5:30 p.m. In the spring league, boys and girls aged 7 - 18 will
360000-32 W Jan. 26 - Feb. 16 5 - 5:30 p.m. compete in the Central Illinois Lacrosse League (CILAX).
360000-33 T April 5 - 26 5 - 5:30 p.m. Practices will be held during the week, with games on
Location: DISC for Oct. & Jan. sessions Saturdays and Sundays. For more info, contact Tony at
South Shores Park in April 429-3472 or talbertina@decparks.com. Registration
Fee: $50 ($42 Res; $40 DISC Members) is from January to April. April. Practices/games begin
Holiday Lacrosse Clinics (Ages 7-18) in March. Check Decatur Lacrosse Club on Facebook
Exciting holiday lacrosse clinics are open for boys for updates!
and girls aged 7 - 18. Never played before? That’s Lacrosse Private Lessons
okay! Join those who are already playing the fastest Players of all ages and skill levels can improve their
growing game in America! Bring your own equipment game with private lacrosse lessons. Instructors are
or use ours. former players or certified coaches. Lessons include
Code Holiday Date Time three 30-minute sessions for boys and girls aged 7
360000-21 Columbus Day Oct. 14 9 - 11 a.m. - 18. Call 429-3472 to schedule your lesson today!
360000-22 Presidents’ Day Feb. 18 9 - 11 a.m. Fee: $57 ($48 with res. discount)
Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
Fee: $20 ($15 Res; $13 DISC Members)18 Golf
Red Tail Run Golf Club
by Raymond Floyd
520 W. Grove Road • 422-2211
Yardage 6713 . Slope 125 . Par 72
Course Rating: 72.0
Host of the IHSA Girls Class A State Championship
Hickory Point Golf Club
727 Weaver Road • 421-7444
Yardage 6848 . Slope 127 . Par 72
Course Rating: 72.3 AUTUMN GREENS
Host of the IHSA Girls Class AA State Championship Visit your friendly Park District pros
for lessons, club fitting, or to book
Driving Ranges your tee time! Autumn Greens rates
Red Tail Run & Hickory Point begin September 7.
Hours: 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.
$5 small bucket; $8 large bucket
18 Holes with Cart
Red Tail Run : $32
Book Online! Hickory Point: $32
Visit golfdecatur.org and click
“Online Tee Times”. Book 7 Online tee times at golfdecatur.org
days in advance for weekdays and
on the Monday prior to the upcoming weekend. For Ladies’ Thursdays at
your safety, all transactions require a credit card. Online Hickory Point
tee times are not available for the Indoor Golf Center New to the game? Short
or for winter golf. on time? Check out Ladies’
Thursdays at Hickory Point!
Indoor Golf Center at the DISC For just $12, you’ll receive a
Open from November 29 - February 27, the indoor small bucket of range balls,
golf center features a putting green, chipping area cart, and 3-hole play on 10,
and bunker. Two simulators allow golfers to play more 11, and 12.
than 30 PGA championship courses around the world. Thursdays from 6 - 8 p.m.
The conditioning area is designed just for golfers, and through Now - September 30.
expert staff can help you improve your swing. Call Call Andy at 421-7444 for a
429-3472 to schedule your indoor tee time! tee time!
Hours: Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Winter Golf
Saturdays, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
The 2021 Winter course is Red
Sundays, noon - 5 p.m.
Tail Run Golf Club by Raymond
Fees: Practice area (large bucket) $9.00
Floyd. Golf with us year-round,
Simulator 9-holes $12.00
weather permitting. Book your
Simulator 18-holes $24.00
tee time at 422-2211.Golf 19
Preschool Golf (Ages 3 - 4) Intermediate Junior Golf (Ages 10 - 17)
Our youngest golfers learn fundamentals, working Take your game to the next level with assistance from
on coordination, simple techniques, and motor skills. the Park District pros! Intermediate is designed for
Adults learn to help their child practice and develop youth aged 10 - 17 who have previous experience in
these skills. the Junior Golf program.
Code Day Date Time Code Age Day Date Time
337013-47 Th Nov. 11-Dec. 9* 5:30 - 6 p.m. 337043-25 10-17 M Nov. 8 - Dec. 6* 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
337013-48 Th Nov. 11-Dec. 9* 6:15 - 6:45 p.m. 337043-26 10-17 M Jan. 10 - 31 5:30 - 6:30 p.m.
337013-49 Th Jan. 13 -Feb. 3 5:30 - 6 p.m. *No class on November 25.
337013-50 Th Jan. 13 -Feb. 3 6:15 - 6:45 p.m. Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
*No class on November 25. Fee: $65 ($55 Res; $53 DISC Members)
Location: DISC Golf Room, 1295 W. Wood
Fee: $47 ($42 Res; $40 DISC Members)
Junior Golf (Ages 5 - 12)
In this fun intro to golf, juniors learn ball striking and
putting fundamentals, golf rules, and etiquette. Clubs
are available if needed. Students may transfer between
classes with instructor approval.
Code Age Day Date Time
337033-89 5-7 T Nov. 9 - Dec. 7* 5:15 - 6 p.m.
337033-90 8-12 T Nov. 9 - Dec. 7* 6:15 - 7 p.m.
337033-91 8-12 W Nov. 10 - Dec. 8* 5:15 - 6 p.m.
337033-92 5-7 W Nov. 10 - Dec. 8* 6:15 - 7 p.m.
337033-93 5-7 T Jan. 11 - Feb. 1 5:15 - 6 p.m.
337033-94 8-12 T Jan. 11 - Feb. 1 6:15 - 7 p.m.
337033-95 8-12 W Jan. 12 - Feb. 2 5:15 - 6 p.m.
337033-96 5-7 W Jan.12 - Feb. 2 6:15 - 7 p.m.
*No class on November 23 - 24.
Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
Fee: $65 ($55 Res; $53 DISC Member)
Golf Lessons & Club Fitting
Park District pros offer private golf
lessons for players of all skill levels,
aged 4 and up. Sessions are held at
the courses during the regular season Kroger Rewards Benefit Youth Scholarships!
and the DISC over the winter. Fitting Grocery shop and support the Park District’s Youth
services are also available. Scholarship Program at the same time! Last year, $6,682
Call 422-2211 for details! was offered in scholarships for Park District programs.
PGA Teaching Professional: Mike Yelovich Please help provide area youth access to arts, sports,
217-855-1195 special recreation, zoo camps, DISC pre-K classes, and
more. Each time you shop at Kroger and scan your
“We call it golf because all the other rewards card, 3% of your purchase will benefit the youth
four-letter words were taken.” scholarship program. Registering is simple. Visit Kroger.
com, sign up for the Kroger Rewards program, and
Raymond Floyd choose Decatur Park District as your agency of choice.20 MidState Soccer
Soccer
MidState Youth Soccer League (MYSL)
MYSL focuses on fun, age-appropriate activities
that allow players the freedom to be creative, while
also enhancing their soccer skills. All sessions are
coached by a MidState trainer with the help of parent
volunteers. Full Score Uniform is included. Registration
deadline is March 4. Note: (G) Girls; (B) Boys
MidState Soccer Club Code Grade Day Time
Play, train, and excel with MidState Soccer Club! 390015-01 K - 1 (G) M/Sat 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Led by a nationally licensed coaching staff, the club 390015-02 K - 1 (B) M/Sat 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
program is for more serious players who want to travel 390015-03 K - 1 (G) T/Sat 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
and train throughout the year. Spring team divisions 390015-04 K - 1 (B) T/Sat 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
390015-05 K - 1 (G) Th/Sat 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
are for high school boys U15-U19. Play includes 6
390015-06 K - 1 (B) Th/Sat 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
- 8 games in the CIYSL and 2 - 3 tournaments each 390015-07 2 - 3 (G) M/Sat 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
session. Cost for fall season is $500. Payment plans 390015-08 2 - 3 (B) M/Sat 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
are available. Code: 390020-01 390015-09 2 - 3 (G) T/Sat 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
Tryouts Age Divisions 390015-10 2 - 3 (B) T/Sat 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
Early November 2004-2007 High School Boys 390015-11 2 - 3 (G) Th/Sat 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
390015-12 2 - 3 (B) Th/Sat 6:15 - 7:15 p.m.
Total Performance Training 390015-13 4-5 M/Sat 7:15 - 8:15 p.m.
Club and MYSL players can sign up for these 390015-14 4-5 T/Sat 7:15 - 8:15 p.m.
five 1-hour sessions in speed and agility. Training 390015-15 4-5 Th/Sat 7:15 - 8:15 p.m.
incorporates activities to keep players fresh in the 390015-16 6-8 M/Sat 7:15 - 8:15 p.m.
390015-17 6-8 T/Sat 7:15 - 8:15 p.m.
off-season.
390015-18 6-8 Th/Sat 7:15 - 8:15 p.m.
Date: Tuesdays, Nov. 9 - Dec. 9
390015-19 HS Tue/Sat 7:15 - 8:15 p.m.
Time: 6 - 7 p.m.
Age: 7 - 18 Dates: March 21 - May 7
Code: 431232-01 Location: Decatur Soccer Complex
Fee: $76/$69 w resident discount (Jan. 3 - Feb. 4)
Fee: $72 ($62 w resident discount)
$91/$82 w resident discount (after Feb. 4)
Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
Indoor Little Kritters Soccer Developmental Youth Indoor Soccer
Little Kritters Soccer is a 5-week program specifically Youth indoor soccer programs are designed to teach
designed for U4-U5 players. Your child will be taken soccer fundamentals and techniques, such as passing,
on a fun filled, imaginative discovery adventure which dribbling, and team play. 30-minute training sessions
will enhance their gross motor skills & creativity! are followed by a 15-minute game. The winter will
Midstate Soccer Club coaches help participants learn include a 4v4 developmental league.
Code Grade Day Time
these soccer skills through fun developmental activities.
431231-01 K - 1 (B) M 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Code Age Day Date Time 431231-02 K - 1 (G) M 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
411212-01 3-4 M Nov. 8-Dec. 6 4:30 - 5 p.m. 431231-03 2 - 3 (B) M 6:15 - 7 p.m.
411212-02 3-4 M Nov. 8-Dec. 6 5 - 5:30 p.m. 431231-04 2 - 3 (G) M 6:15 - 7 p.m.
411212-03 3-4 M Jan. 10-Feb. 14 4:30 - 5 p.m. 431231-05 4-8 M 7 - 8 p.m.
411212-04 3-4 M Jan. 10-Feb. 14 5 - 5:30 p.m. Dates: November 8 - December 6
Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
Fee: $60 ($52 with resident discount) Fee: $70 ($61 with resident discount)
$50 DISC member discount $59 DISC Member discountMidState Soccer 21
Indoor Soccer 4v4 Club League
Extend your season with MidState’s 4v4 Club League
at the DISC! Teams will play two 20-minute games
4v4 Youth Indoor Soccer each Friday night, with 3 players and a goalie. 8
Teams will play two 20-minute games on Monday players allowed per team.
nights, with 3 players and a goalie. 8 players are
Born Day Date* Time
allowed per team. Individual sign ups will be taken, 2012-2014 F Nov. 12 - Dec. 20 6 - 7 p.m.
but players can request a teammate. Deadline to 2010-2011 F Nov. 12 - Dec. 20 7 - 8 p.m.
register is January 7. *Does not meet on November 26.
Code Grade Day Time Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood
431231-06 K-1 M 5:30 - 6:15 p.m. Fee: $275 per team
431231-07 2-3 M 6:15 - 7 p.m.
431231-08 4-8 M 7 - 8 p.m. 4 v 4 Futsal Tournament
Dates: January 10 - February 14 February 26
Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood DISC, 1295 W. Wood
Fee: $70 ($61 with resident discount) Code: 431232-12
$59 DISC Member discount Don’t miss the 11th Annual
4V4 Indoor Futsal Tournament at the DISC! 8U- Adult
HS Boys & Girls/Adult Leagues (4v4 futsal) will play Feb. 26. Team max is 8, with 3 players on-
MidState’s indoor recreational soccer leagues are for field and a goalie. Games consist of 12-minute halves
players who prefer casual matches rather than those on shortened fields using Official futsal goals. 3-game
that are intensely competitive. Teams will play Futsal guarantee. Submit team roster/waiver and team entry
with 3 field players and a goalkeeper on a smaller fee by Feb 4 to save $25 with early fee. Questions?
court with official futsal goals and balls. Call 429-3472.
Fall Session Early Registration: Jan 3 – Feb 4 - $125 per team
Date Days Regular Registration: Feb 5 – Feb 11 - $150 per team
Adult Nov. 4 - Dec. 23 Thu
HS Boys Nov. 7 - Dec. 19 Sun
HS Girls Nov. 7 - Dec. 19 Sun Follow MidState Soccer on Facebook
*Adult League does not meet Nov 25 for daily posts about the club,
Winter Session tournaments, soccer tips, pictures,
Date Days videos, and more!
Adult Jan. 6 - Feb. 17 Thu
HS Boys Jan. 9 - Feb. 20 Sun midstatesoccer.com / 217-429-3472
HS Girls Jan. 9 - Feb. 20 Sun
Location: DISC, 1295 W. Wood Specialty Plates Support Kids!
Fee: $325.00 per team To purchase a specialty license plate, visit ilsos.gov
Deadline: Oct. 22, 2021 (Fall) / Jan. 3, 2022 (Winter)
and select “Park District Youth” under the specialty
Rosters, waivers, and entry fee must be submitted at time option. A portion of the fee from the sale of these
of registration. Registration forms may be picked up at the
plates benefits the Park
DISC, or phone 429-3472 to have one mailed. A maximum
of 6 - 8 teams per league will be accepted on a first-come,
District Youth Programs
first-served basis. 4 teams will be necessary to form a Fund. Thank you for
league. Team representative must pay in full at registration your support!
(individuals cannot pay towards team fee separately).22 Scovill Zoo
Be a Friend of the Zoo!
Individual Membership $47.00/year
Family Membership $95.00/year
Grandparent Membership $47.00/year
Membership Benefits
• FREE admission to Scovill Zoo
• Discounted admission to 150+ zoos nationwide
• Discount on Gift Shop merchandise
• Discount on Birthday Party Packages
71 South Country Club Rd. • Discount on Education Classes and PJ Party
Decatur, IL 62521 w 217/421-7435 • Subscription to Critter Chatter newsletter
www.scovillzoo.com • Invitation to Members Only events
Proudly Accredited by the AZA • Reduced rate for train and carousel rides
Fall Hours
August 9 - October 11 Members Rides Pass - $135
Weekdays: 9:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.* Families with zoo memberships are invited to try the
Saturdays & Sundays: 9:30 a.m. - 6 p.m.* Members Rides Pass! Those who visit frequently will find
unlimited train and carousel rides a real convenience. For
*Last admission one hour before closing
just $135, members can ride the train and carousel as many
October 11 - Last day of regular season.
times as they wish, all season long.
Admission Prices Zoo Parents
Become a Zoo Parent by adopting one of Scovill Zoo’s
Age Entry Train Carousel
animals! Your donation will help provide for the animal’s
Under 2 FREE FREE $2.50 care and feeding. Perks include an adoption certificate,
2 - 12 $6.25 $3.50 $2.50 subscription to the Critter Chatter newsletter, invitation to
13 - 64 $8.25 $3.50 $2.50 the Zoo Parents Annual Picnic, and
65+ $7.25 $3.50 $2.50 one free zoo admission.
Friends of the Zoo enjoy a $.50 discount on train
and carousel fees. On the carousel, adults ride free Scovill Mobile Zoo
The Mobile Zoo can bring the
when standing with a child.
animals to your school, event,
or organization and make
ZooMu Pass presentations tailored to fit your
Where can you find wild animals, interactive exhibits, needs. Sessions last approx. 30
education, and fun? In Scovill Park! The popular minutes for younger students and
ZooMu pass is just $220 and includes one full year up to an hour for older students. Call 421-7435 for rates
and information.
at BOTH facilities! Visit Scovill Zoo or the Children’s
Museum of Illinois to purchase your pass today! A
great holiday gift idea! Zootique Gift Shop
Looking for a “zoo-nique” holiday gift idea for the
animal lover in your family? Visit the Zootique Gift
Shop for plush animals, books, and games. After
Valued Scovill season ends, call 421-7435 to make a shopping
Zoo Partner appointment.Scovill Zoo 23
Zoo Buddies Classes SPECIAL EVENTS
Our little zoo enthusiasts will have their own thrilling animal
adventures! Each month, kids aged 3 - 5 will discover a new Grandparents’ Day
species or environment and take home a zoo buddy toy. On Sunday, September 12 enjoy an old-fashioned fall
Code Subject Date Time festival with animal presentations, cake walks, games, and
156514-I1 Bumpy Bactrians Sept. 14 10 - 11 a.m. more! Activities happen between 1 - 4 p.m.! Grandparents
156514-I1 Bumpy Bactrians Sept. 14 2 -3 p.m. enter free all day with a paying child. Enjoy performances
156514-J1 Scary Scorpions Oct. 12 10 - 11 a.m. by The Gerry Strong Marionettes.
156514-J1 Scary Scorpions Oct. 12 2 -3 p.m. Twilight Tuesday
156514-K1 Lovey Doves Nov. 9 10 - 11 a.m. Enjoy a tranquil evening, the zoo will be open until 8 p.m.
156514-K2 Lovey Doves Nov. 9 2 - 3 p.m. with last admission at 7 p.m. *Regular admission applies.
156514-L1 Armored Armadillos Dec. 14 10 - 11 a.m.
Date: September 28
156514-L2 Armored Armadillos Dec. 14 2 - 3 p.m.
156514-A1 Tiny Tenrecs Jan. 11 10 - 11 a.m. PJ Party with Santa
156514-A2 Tiny Tenrecs Jan. 11 2 - 3 p.m. Kids aged 3 - 10 can bring a pillow and wear PJ’s while
156514-B1 Creepy Crawlies Feb. 8 10 - 11 a.m. they make a take-home craft, decorate cookies, and visit
156514-B2 Creepy Crawlies Feb. 8 2 - 3 p.m. up-close with awesome animals. Bring your camera for the
156514-C1 Rockin Reptiles Mar. 8 10 - 11 a.m story time and visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus!
156514-C2 Rockin Reptiles Mar. 8 2 - 3 p.m. Code Time
Location: Zoo Education Center 156560-18 1 - 3 p.m.
Fee: $18 ($15 with resident discount) 156560-24 5 - 7 p.m.
Date: December 11
Location: Zoo Ed Center
Fee: $18 ($15 w/ resident discount)
Parents Afternoon
Out (Ages 5+)
Come and enjoy this family tradition the last two Kids will enjoy an animal
weekends of October. You can support the zoo while presentation, crafts, snacks,
collecting treats, enjoying the decorations, spinning and a movie. Pre-registration
on the carousel, and howling during a spooky (non- required.
extended) train ride. Tickets on sale September 27. Date: Tuesday, December 21
Time: 1 - 4 p.m.
Weekdays
Fee: $25 per child
5:30 - 8 p.m. ($15 for each
October 15, 21, 22, 28 & 29 additional sibling)
Saturdays & Sundays Call 421-7435 to register!
3 - 8 p.m. Continuing Education - Adult Volunteers
October 16, 17, 23, 24 & 30 If you’d like to volunteer at Scovill Zoo, register for
Halloween: October 31 / 3 - 6 p.m. our Continuing Education classes! In early February, a
10-week session will begin, with one 3-hour classes per
Admission Train Carousel week. Training will cover
$5.75 (treats) $2.75 $2.50 classifications of animals, mobile
$4.75 (no treats) $2.25 (FOZ) $2.00 (FOZ) zoo presentations, and guided zoo
tours. No experience required.
71 S. Country Club Rd. / Scovillzoo.com
Call 421-7435 for details!
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