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WYANDOTTE COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION
EXPLORE
WYCO
PARKS
SPRING/SUMMER 2022
PARKS & RECREATION GUIDE
Find ways to get involved
in your community through
WYCO Parks & Recreation
WWW.WYCOKCK.COM/WYCOPARKS
Unified Government
Board of Commissioners
At-Large District 1
Melissa Bynum
At-Large District 2
Tom Burroughs
District 1
Gayle Townsend
District 2
Brian McKiernan
District 3
Christian Ramirez
District 4
Harold L. Johnson, Jr.
District 5
Mike Kane
District 6
Angela Markley
District 7
Chuck Stites
District 8
Andrew Davis
Board of Park Wyandotte County Important Numbers
Commissioners Parks Foundation The Unified Government of
Shelter & Building Wyandotte County Kansas
Diana Aguirre, Chairman Jennifer Slaughter, President Reservations City, KS Parks and Recreation
Billy Brame Dana Bye, Vice President Department would like to
913-573-8327
recognize Professor Brian
Jeff Sachen David Hurrelbrink, Treasurer Sports Merriman and his Graphic
Carolyn Wyatt Particia Gates, Secretary 913-573-8330 Design students at MidAmerica
Bridget Holton-Deere Leo Prieto Nazarene University for their
Golf Course creative skills, dedication, and
Faith Rivera Dan Welch 913-573-8570 collaboration on the design
Andrea Behrman Kerry Herndon of this publication. Thank you
Special Events from the Unified Government
Micah King John McTaggart
913-573-8397 of Wyandotte County Kansas
Dani Gurley Steve Dominic City, KS Parks and Recreation
Vilmer Alvarado Recreation Department!
913-573-8329
Tammie Romstad
Karen Daniels
CONTACT US
WELCOME TO
WYCO PARKS Hours Monday - Friday | 8:00 pm - 5:00 pm
& RECREATION Director
Email
Angel Obert
parksinfo@wycokck.org
Phone
On behalf of the Unified 913-573-8327
Government of Wyandotte Fax 913-573-8328
County/Kansas City, Kansas Locations 5033 State Avenue
Parks and Recreation
Kansas City, KS
Department, We invite you
to explore the attractions, West Office at Wyandotte County Lake
and services offered through 3488 West Drive
Parks and Recreation. Kansas City, KS
Whether you’re interested in
fishing at Wyandotte County The Parks & Recreation Department has incredible spaces and
Lake, playing a round of golf events for the whole family to enjoy. Our Department maintains
at Sunflower Hills, renting several lakes that can be used for many outdoor activities. For
updated information visit www.wycokck.org/wycoparks.
space for a community
meeting or enrolling your
kids or yourself in a sports
league, we have options for EXPLORE INSIDE
everyone!
4 Community Centers
It is our mission to provide
clean, safe facilities and well
7 Rental Halls
maintained green spaces for 8 Fishing & Boating
the public to enjoy and to 9 Shelter Information
make available recreation
programming for all. We 10 Activities
are proud of our strong 18 Sports
established partnerships
within the community that 21 Sunflower Hills
allow us to provide such 22 Regional, Community & Neighborhood Parks
a variety of activities. We
would encourage you to 24 Helpful Information
look through this Spring/ 25 Civic Rec
Summer 2022 Guide and
explore the options within
your community!
WWW.WYCOKCK.COM/WYCOPARKS
COMMUNITY CENTERS
ARMOURDALE COMMUNITY CENTER
730 OSAGE | (913) 551-0408
Armourdale Community Center has a small kitchen,
meeting room and small gym. The capacity for the
meeting room is 75 people. The meeting room and gym are
available after 3:00 pm on Saturdays or after 12:00 pm on
Sundays. Rental is by the hour with a minimum of two hours.
The center closes at 10:00 pm both days.
BETHANY COMMUNITY CENTER
1120 CENTRAL AVE | 913-551-0400
Bethany Community Center has a small kitchen, large
meeting room and gym. The capacity for the meeting room
is 125 people. The meeting room and gym are available
after 3:00 pm on Saturdays or after 12:00 pm on Sundays.
Rental is by the hour with a minimum of two hours. The
center closes at 10:00 pm both days.
EISENHOWER COMMUNITY CENTER
2901 N. 72ND STREET | 913-596-7050
Eisenhower Community Center has a large kitchen, large
meeting room and gym. The capacity for the meeting room
is 125 people. The meeting room and gym are available
after 3:00 pm on Saturdays or after 12:00 pm on Sundays.
Rental is by the hour with a minimum of two hours. The
center closes at 10:00 pm both days.
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COMMUNITY CENTERS
JOE E. AMAYO SR. ARGENTINE
COMMUNITY CENTER
2810 METROPOLITAN AVE | 913-261-4382
Joe Amayo Argentine Community Center has a small
community room that is available after 3:00 pm on Saturdays
or after 12:00 pm on Sundays. Rental is by the hour with a
minimum of two hours. The community room holds about
40 people.
Metro Fitness
913-808- 5939
manager@metro24fitness.com
Access through West Doors
24 Hour Weight Room equipment includes:
• Treadmills
• Recumbent Bikes
• Ellipticals
• Stair masters
• Free Weights
• Olympic Bench Press
• Olympic Squat Rack
• Full Body Circuit
Person may purchase memberships at resident or non
resident rate. To receive resident rate you must have proof
of Kansas City, KS address.
Membership Fee
Kansas City, KS Resident Rate -
19.99 Monthly or $200 Annually
Non Resident Rate - $35.00 Monthly or $360 Annually
Silver Sneaker Accepted
Staff Hours
Monday - Thursday 10 am - 7 pm
Friday 10 am - 4 am
Sat 9 am - 1 pm
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COMMUNITY CENTERS
BEATRICE L. LEE
COMMUNITY CENTER
1310 N. 10TH STREET | 913-551-0438
Beatrice L. Lee Community Center has a small kitchen,
meeting room and gym. The capacity for the meeting room
is 50 people. The meeting room and gym are available after
5:00 pm on Saturdays or after 12:00 pm on Sundays. Rental is
by the hour with a minimum of two hours. The center closes
at 10:00 pm both days.
KENSINGTON GYM
2900 STATE AVE | 913-551-0407
Kensington Gym is available after 3:00 pm on Saturdays
or after 12:00 pm on Sundays. Rental is by the hour with
a minimum of two hours. The center closes at 10:00 pm
both days.
MORE INFORMATION
We’re looking for new and exciting classes for all of our community centers. If you are interested in teaching a
class at any of our community centers please contact the center directly or Shelly Burnett
at 913-573-8329.
How to Reserve a Center
Reservations for community centers can be made in person at the Administration Office, 5033 State Ave. in the
Fleet Services Building (next to the Dental Office), or the Lake Office, 3488 West Drive Kansas City, KS 66109.
Office hours are 8:00am to 5:00pm, Mon. – Fri. The meeting rooms are available for rent after 3:00 pm on
Saturdays or after 12:00 pm on Sundays. Rental is by the hour with a minimum of two hours. The centers close
at 10:00 pm both days. Alcohol and smoking are not allowed.
For more information or to check on availability, call 913-573-8327.
Learn more about us at www.wycokck.org/wycoparks
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RENTAL HALLS
JAMES P. DAVIS HALL
WYANDOTTE COUNTY LAKE PARK
91st and LEAVENWORTH RD.
James P. Davis Hall is located at Wyandotte County Lake, 91st and
Leavenworth Road. The hall has a large kitchen, a dining room and a
dance or meeting room. The capacity for this building is 150 people. It
also has a patio overlooking the lake where many weddings have
been held.
James P. Davis Hall is a lodge style building constructed in the late
1930s from native stone and timber. It is one of the most unique
wedding locations in the metropolitan area.
GEORGE MEYN HALL
126th and STATE AVE.
The George Meyn Hall, 126th & State Ave., is located in Wyandotte
County Park. This building has a large dining hall, kitchen, full size
stage, beer room, coat room and a large foyer. Capacity is
350 people.
A playground is adjacent to the Meyn Building; a skate park and tennis
courts are within walking distance. Sunflower Hills Golf Course and the
Junior Golf Course are also adjacent to the building.
PIERSON COMMUNITY CENTER
1800 S. 55th
Pierson Community Center, 1800 South 55th, is located in Pierson
Park. This is the largest facility in the park system with a large dining
room, a huge kitchen, a large bar room and a coat room. Capacity is
500 people.
Pierson Park also offers fishing, skate park, spray park, playground,
tennis courts and three picnic shelters.
HOW TO RESERVE A HALL
The reservation halls are suitable for wedding in advance. Reservations are only accepted in person
receptions, family reunions and business meetings. and the fee and deposit are both due at that time.
Smoking is prohibited inside of the facilities. Alcohol is For more information on renting a hall please call
allowed for certain reservations and security is 913-573-8327.
required. Reservations are accepted up to one year
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FISHING & BOATING
Boating Rules and Regulations:
1. Boating at Wyandotte County Lake is permitted
from 6:00 am to 11:30 am Boaters must be off the
lake by 11:30am so the park can close by midnight.
2. Water vessels are permitted on Wyandotte County
Lake only. All vessels must have permits and they
are to be displayed on the right rear transom of the
vessel.
3. Proper lighting must be displayed on the vessel
from sunset to sunrise.
4. All children 12 and under must wear Coast Guard
approved life preservers while on the vessel. Life
preservers must be visible and easily accessible for
all passengers on the vessel.
5. No reckless operation of a vessel will be tolerated.
6. No wake in coves.
Season begins the 1st Saturday in 7. 20 mph Speed Limit throughout the lake.
March (weather permitting) through 8. No personal watercraft, tubing or water-skiing.
November 30. 9. No one will operate a vessel while intoxicated or
under the influence of drugs.
Fishing Rules and Regulations: 10. Sailboards and Kayaks are permitted. Preservers
1. Fishing at Wyandotte County Lake 6:00am to and permits are required for both.
11:30pm. Fishermen must have vacated the parks 11. No vessel may fish from or tie up to any pontoon
by midnight. dock. Slip owners are excluded, but they must be
2. Residents ages 16-64 must have a Unified on their boat and in their own slip. No fishing from
Government fishing permit in their possession in the docks.
addition to their Kansas State fishing license to fish
at Wyandotte County Lake. 12. Vessels will be respectful and courteous to bank
anglers.
3. All non-Kansas residents 16 years of age and over
must have a permit. 13. Misconduct or violation of rules and regulations will
result in fines and loss of boating privileges.
4. Each angler is limited to 2 lines with no more than 2
baited hooks or artificial lures per line. 14. Administration reserves the right to prohibit any or
all fishing and boating at any time.
5. Administration reserves the right to prohibit any or
all fishing and boating at any time. 15. Swimming from boats is allowed. Ask for rules and
6. Each angler must keep his/her fish on a separate regulations.
individual stringer or suitable container, so Sheriff
Department can easily identify possession and
creel limits.
7. Trot lines, bank lines, jug lines, netting or seining of
fish is not permitted.
8. Anglers may fish the entire lake except where
posted. No bank fishing in the boathouse cove.
9. Anglers must abide by State Rules and Regulations.
10. No open season on frogs, snakes or turtles.
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SHELTER INFORMATION
SEASONAL SHELTER AMENITIES
Park Restroom Water Electricity
Alvey Park Yes Yes N/A
Big Eleven Lake P N/A Yes
City Park North P N/A N/A
City Park Pavillion Yes Yes Yes
City Park Regan Yes Yes* N/A
Eisenhower Park P Yes* N/A
Emerson Park P Yes Yes
Huron Park N/A N/A Yes
Kaw Point Park Yes Yes Yes
Klamm Park Yes Yes* Yes
Matney Park P N/A N/A
Parkwood Park Yes Yes Yes
Pierson Park Yes Yes Yes
Quindaro Park North N/A N/A N/A
Quindaro Park South Yes Yes* N/A
Rosedale Park Yes Yes* Yes
Shawnee Park East N/A N/A N/A
Shawnee Park West Yes Yes N/A
St. Margaret’s Park N/A Yes N/A
Thomson Park P Yes N/A
Welborn Park P N/A Yes
WYCO Lake Park Yes Yes Yes
WYCO Park Yes Yes Yes
P – Portable Restroom
*- Running Water in Restroom Only
N/A – Not Available
HOW TO RESERVE A SHELTER
A shelter is an open-air structure with a roof Shelter reservations start the first working day in
and picnic tables under the roof. The shelters at January at 8 am. Reservations are taken at the 5033
Wyandotte County Lake, Pierson Park and Wyandotte State Ave, or West Office at Wyandotte County Lake,
County Park all have grills to cook on, restrooms 3488 West Drive, Kansas City KS, or office and online
and playground equipment. For a complete list of at www.wycokck.org/wycoparks.
shelters, locations, and amenities visit our website
www.wycokck.org/wycoparks. Office hours are 8 am – 5 pm, Mon. – Fri.
For more information or to check availability,
call 913-573-8327.
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ACTIVITIES
Parkwood Pool
SEASON OPENING: Saturday, May 28
Pool Hours: Tuesday through Saturday, Noon-8pm
Sunday 2-8 pm
For information call 913-551-0402
Daily admission is $2.00, swimsuits are required.
Spray Parks
Children of all ages and abilities can enjoy sprays of water from brightly colored towers, loops, and hoops with
activators that are low enough for all to reach. Zero depth entry allows for handicap accessibility. Spray parks are
free and open from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day 9:00 am to 9:00 pm daily.
Location: Eisenhower Park, 2901 North 72nd Street (behind Eisenhower Middle School)
Pierson Park, 1800 South 55th
Heathwood Park, Parallel Parkway, and North 10th Street
Youth Summer Activities (ages 6-12)
Come and join the fun for a 6-weeks of nothing but pure fun. Campers will build their character through safe and
diverse activities, discovering new skills and interests, making new friends, and connecting with their community.
All participants must be enrolled in kindergarten to attend the program. Enrollment will begin on Friday, April 1,
and end on Friday, May 27.
Location: Eisenhower Community Center, 2901 N 72nd St.
Day/Time: Monday – Friday, June 13 – July 29
No camp the week July 4 – 8
Camp hours are 7:30 am – 5:00 pm
Lunch and snacks will be provided
Forms: Parents/Guardians must complete a KDHE Health History, a KDHE Authorization for Emergency
Medical Care, and Field Trip Permission Form and return for each camper two weeks prior to attending camp. To
access forms and additional information visit us at www.wycokck.org/parks.
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OPEN GYM/FREE PLAY FREE PLAY BASKETBALL
BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT
Want to enjoy a pick-up game with your friends? Our Parks and Recreation will be hosting a basketball
community centers have time in the gym that is open to tournament for ages 17-25 years old at Kensington
the public. Times are subject to change due to seasonal Gym. The registration fee is $20 per player with games
events and activities. No school-age youth allowed in being played on Monday and Thursday afternoons.
the gym prior to school dismissal. It will be a 6-week round-robin-style tournament with
trophies being awarded. Contact Ed Burton @
Locations Day Time 913-551-0407 with questions and registration.
Bea Lee Community Center M Tu W Th 2:30-5:30 pm
Bethany Community Center M Tu W Th 2-5:30 pm ACTIVSTARS - Martial Arts
Joe Amayo/Argentine MF
Community Center (6-12 grades) 2-5 pm
W (6-12 grades) 12:30-2:30 pm
Tu Th
(6-12 grades) 3:30-5 pm
SPRING/SUMMER 2022 | 11ACTIVITIES GEORGE MEYN COMMUNITY CENTER 126TH STATE AVE. LOCATED IN WYANDOTTE COUNTY PARK 913-721-2807 Open to Boys and Girls ages 4-15 www.mw.activstars.com to register online. Call 816.994.2644 for more information. $12 registration fee, $9 per week for 45-minute class/practice, payable at site. Enroll online or at class/practice site. Parents and friends are welcome to watch the first class/practice. New students will be accepted up to the third week. This is a continuing program each semester. Students must register by the third week to be able to complete the semester. Students may advance to all levels. Karate- Gi uniforms ($33) will be available but not required. Self Defense/Karate-Martial Arts • Essential Life Skills – Respect and Discipline • Safety Awareness, Abduction Prevention, and Anti Bulling • Advancement through Black Belt with Certified Black Belt Instructors Location: George Meyn Day/Time: Monday, June 6, 5:00 pm Instructor: ActivStars staff EISENHOWER COMMUNITY CENTER 2901 N 72ND ST. | 913-596-7050 Yoga Free class. Yoga does more than burn calories and tone muscles. It’s a total mind-body workout that combines strengthening and stretching poses with deep breathing and meditation or relaxation. It can help you relax and focus while gaining flexibility and strength. Yoga can also boost your mood. Location: Eisenhower Community Center Day/Time: Monday 10:30 am Thursday 10:00 am Instructor: Mary Butler KC 2 Step Students learn basic counts and advanced movements in the Kansas City 2 Step style of dance. Dance is presented as an art form and exercise. This class is ongoing. We will not meet on holiday Mondays. Location: Eisenhower Community Center Day/Time: Monday 7:00 pm Cost: $6.00 per class Instructor: Steppers of KC 12 | WYANDOTTE COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION GUIDE
ACTIVITIES
Adult Ceramics
$30 for 6 week session. This class is for beginners or advanced ceramists. Learn the proper technique of cleaning
greenware and painting bisque. Supplies can be purchased from the instructor. Please contact Pat Wells at
Eisenhower Community Center for details.
Location: Eisenhower Community Center
Day/Time: Wednesday 9:00 am
Cost: $30
Instructor: Pat Wells
Quilting Club
Free class. We are not the boring quilting group your mothers belonged to. We work on many projects. We
provide space for all to spread out and complete their projects while providing fellowship. You might even
discover new projects. This class meets weekly, weather permitting. Please contact the center for additional
information.
Location: Eisenhower Community Center
Day/Time: Tuesday 8:30am
Leavenworth Road Association
We meet on the 2nd Tuesday of each month. We share a potluck dinner before the meeting. Food + Friends +
Fun + Information = Leavenworth Road Association. For additional information please contact LRA @
913-788- 3988.
Location: Eisenhower Community Center
Day/Time: 2nd Tuesday of even month is board meeting only
2nd Tuesday of odd months is a public meeting at 7:00 pm
Kinder Care
We are more than a reading club; we will focus on reading skills for children who may be reading delayed, have a
reading disability, or just needs more practice. We will participate in reading games, and just general fun. Practice
makes endless possibilities. Pre-registration is required by calling the center at 913-596-7050. This class is free to
students.
Location: Eisenhower Community Center
Day/Time: Tuesday, March 22, 6:00 pm
Instructor: Molly Struzzo & Riana Bronlee
Health Goddess Fitness Club
Health Goddess is offering a workout class on Friday evenings. The sessions will be 30-45 minutes in length. No
equipment or body weights will be required. Weight loss may occur while building and strengthening muscles. We
will also focus on a healthier diet and easy at-home exercises to help reach your body goals. This is an ongoing
class, and you can join at any time. Call the center, to make sure the class is meeting.
Location: Eisenhower Community Center
Day/Time: Friday, April 1, 7:00 pm
Instructor: Tavona McGhee
SPRING/SUMMER 2022 | 13ACTIVITIES Bridge Club Free class. We are looking for a few bridge players, so come alone or bring a friend. This club meets weekly, weather permitting. Contact the community center if you are planning to attend. 913-596-7050. Location: Eisenhower Community Center Day/Time: Wednesday 1:00 pm Health Goddess Boot Camp This is high-intensity interval training (HIIT) – bursts of intense activity alternated with intervals of lighter activity. This workout is designed to deliver the best weight loss results in only 30-minute sessions. Plus we show you how to make healthy eating simple, easy, and FUN so that your well-deserved results are yours to keep. This is an ongoing class, and you can join any time. Please call the center, to make sure the class schedule has not changed. Location: Eisenhower Community Center Day/Time: Thursday, March 31, 7:00 pm Instructor: Tavona McGhee Body Pump This is a bodyweight workout; it is a strength training exercise that uses an individual’s own weight to provide resistance against gravity. Bodyweight exercises can enhance a range of bio motor abilities including strength, power, endurance, speed, flexibility, coordination, and balance. Uses simple abilities like pushing, pulling, squatting, bending, twisting, and balancing. This is a 6-week program, in that exercises are done in a circuit, timed at 30 seconds optimized for maximum calorie burn. Pre-registration is required, call the center at 913-596-7050. Location: Eisenhower Community Center Day/Time: Tuesday, June 7, 6:00 pm Instructor: Staff Shay HIIT Camp This is a high-intensity interval boot camp workout for all fitness levels. Moderate to light exercises to elevate heart rate and burn calories. Participants are encouraged to bring water and a mat. Pre-registration is required. Location: Eisenhower Community Center Day/Time: Tuesday, July 19, 6:15 pm Instructor: Staff JOE E AMAYO/ARGENTINE COMMUNITY CENTER 2810 METROPOLITAN | 913-261-4382 Mexican Regional Folkloric Dance $10 per month. Mexican dance is often a way to celebrate, whether it is a birth, a death, a religious observance, or folklore; these dances are a way to celebrate life and express your feelings. Learn the basic steps and movements for the folk dance of Mexico. This class is ongoing. Location: Joe Amayo/Argentine Community Center Day/Time: Tuesday & Thursday 6:00 pm Instructor: Theresa Perez 14 | WYANDOTTE COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION GUIDE
ACTIVITIES
Morning Walking
Need a place to walk where you don’t have to worry about animals or uneven surfaces? Come join us for our
morning walks. The gym is open to those wanting to improve their health by walking. 18 laps equal
one mile. Proper shoes, tennis or sports shoes, no boots. Time may be adjusted due to scheduled classes on
availability.
Location: Joe Amayo/Argentine Community Center
Day/Time: M-F 7:30-9:30 am
Fitness Classes
We offer a variety of fitness classes for adults. The cost is only $1.00 if not a Metro 24 member. All classes are for
one hour.
Time Mon Tue Wed Thur Fri Sat
8:30am Zumba Gold Zumba Gold Zumba Gold
9:00am Yoga
Cardio
10:00am Dance
Kickboxing
11:00am
5:00pm Step Power Hour Step Power Hour
6:00pm Zumba Strong
6:30pm Zumba Zumba
7:30pm Strong Insanity
Zumba
We take the “work” out of workout, by mixing low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-
burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you’ll see why Zumba® Fitness classes
are often called exercise in disguise. Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check.
Zumba Gold
Active older adults who are looking for a modified Zumba® class that recreates the original moves you love at a
lower intensity.
The design of the class introduces easy-to-follow Zumba® choreography that focuses on balance, range of
motion, and coordination. Come ready to sweat and prepare to leave empowered and feeling strong.
Step
Aerobic exercises and dance movements are performed by stepping up onto and down from a rectangular
platform..
Strong Nation
Training to the beat. STRONG Nation™ combines body weight, muscle conditioning, cardio, and plyometric
training moves synced to original music that has been specifically designed to match every single move. Every
squat, every lunge, every burpee is driven by the music, helping you make it to that last rep, and maybe even
five more.
SPRING/SUMMER 2022 | 15ACTIVITIES Cardio-kickboxing Cardio kickboxing is a group fitness class that combines martial arts techniques with fast-paced cardio. This high- energy workout challenges the beginner and elite athlete alike. Build stamina, improve coordination and flexibility, and burn calories as you build lean muscle with this fun and challenging workout. Insanity Just the name itself may scare many from this type of cardio workout. Touted as one of the hardest exercise routines around, Insanity uses no gym equipment. Just your own body weight. Insanity differs from HIIT in one fundamental way. While HIIT training is based on shorter bursts of activity, Insanity utilizes maximal interval training. This is where you are moving for at least 3 minutes at a time. Because of this, you are hitting the aerobic portion of the workout hard. Insanity workouts take between half an hour and an hour to complete. This format will have you alternating between plyometrics, conditioning, and resistance training to torch calories. Keep it Pretty Dance This is a class that promotes simple dance moves anyone can enjoy! These dance moves are age-appropriate and a great way to exercise. Dancing is a natural method for learning and a basic form of cultural expression. Dancing is a powerful ally for developing many of the attributes of physical development, emotional maturity, social awareness, and cognitive development. The class is for girls ages 7- up. This class is ongoing, and you may join at any time. No class on Saturdays’ May 28 and July 2. Location: Joe Amayo/Argentine Community Center Day/Time: Saturday 10:00 am Instructor: KIP Staff Canvas Painting Canvas painting is an excellent activity for any age! We have all the tools, supplies, and know-how to help you create your next masterpiece. Plus, we’ll do the clean-up! This class is for ages 5-up. The class will meet for two consecutive Wednesdays for one hour each class. Please contact the center, 913-261-4382, for registration and a calendar of projects. Pre-registration is required, a maximum of 20 participants/session. Session 1: April 20 & 27 Session 2: May 18 & 25 Session 3: June 15 & 22 Location: Joe Amayo/Argentine Community Center Day/Time: Wednesday, April 20, 4:30 pm Instructor: Staff Family Movie Night Looking for a fun, free, and fabulous family activity throughout the summer? Family movie night is a perfect chance to relax and enjoy a safe and special night. MOVIE AND POPCORN – FREE, TIME SPENT AS A FAMILY – PRICELESS. Bring your blankets or lawn chairs and set up a space in the gym every 3rd Friday of the month, May 20 to August 19th. All youth must be accompanied by an adult. For movie selections and additional information, please contact the center at 913-261-4382. Location: Joe Amayo/Argentine Community Center Day/Time: Friday, May 20 Instructor: Staff 16 | WYANDOTTE COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION GUIDE
ACTIVITIES
Mother’s Day Craft
Making homemade gifts for mom is such a great way to make her feel loved and special. We have a few choices
of sentimental and thoughtful homemade gifts to give to your mother, find the one that is perfect for your mother.
This class is free for children ages 5 and up, but pre-registration is required to make sure we have enough supplies
for everyone. Please call the center for registration and information.
Location: Joe Amayo/Argentine Community Center
Day/Time: Tuesday, April 26 & May 3, 4:30 pm
Instructor: Staff
After School Craft Club
Craft Club promotes and develops young people’s artistic and creative skills. The students will gain self-confidence
and social skills in their ability to create and express themselves through crafting in a trusting and supportive
environment. Craft Club will meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday during the school year, August-May. Please
contact the center, 913-261-4382, for a calendar of crafts to be completed. Pre-registration is required by calling
the center.
Location: Joe Amayo/Argentine Community Center
Day/Time: Wednesday, April 13, 3:00 pm
Instructor: Staff
KENSINGTON COMMUNITY CENTER
2900 STATE AVE. | 913-551-0407
Soccer Coaching 101
Coaching is a unique opportunity to instill positive values and help kids develop healthy habits that extend far
beyond the playing field. We will teach the fundamentals of youth soccer while helping coaches to learn to
promote the importance of sportsmanship and teamwork, Coaches build a sense of community and spirit with
their teams and squad. Prior experience is helpful, but the only requirement is to lead youth as their mentor and
hero. We will meet once a week for 3 weeks. The cost of the class is free, but pre-registration is required.
Location: Kensington Gym
Day/Time: Tuesday, August 2, 6:00 pm
Instructor: Staff
Youth Soccer Official Course
Want to make some extra money? Do you like the sport of soccer? Do you want to get a little exercise, while
making some extra cash? We are looking to recruit, train, develop, and advance youth soccer officials for our
leagues. Training will be specific to Unified Government Parks and Recreation rules and regulations. Everyone
needs to begin somewhere, why not join our team. Participants must be 16 years of age. Pre-registration is
required by calling 913-551-0407.
Location: Kensington Gym
Day/Time: Saturday, July 9, 10:00 am
Instructor: Staff
SPRING/SUMMER 2022 | 17SPORTS ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL The registration fee is $90.00. Games will be played with Rally scoring and played at Joe Amayo/Argentine Community Center on Thursday nights for 6 weeks from 6:15 pm to 9:00 pm. The season will begin on April 7th Team registration only: players must be ages 16 & up ADULT MEN’S SOCCER The 14-week league will begin on April 3rd with games played on Thursday nights and Sundays. The registration fee will be $1,700 per team. The game location will be Wyandotte Sporting Fields. Team registrations only: players must be ages 18 & up 18 | WYANDOTTE COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION GUIDE
SPORTS
YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE
Youth soccer league will be starting April 9th for grades K-12. The fee is $20.00 per youth. The games will be
played at Wyandotte Sporting Fields. This will be a six week league for non-competitive recreation teams and
competitive teams.
Team and individual registration 5 to 17 years old.
SUMMER YOUTH FUTSAL TOURNAMENT
Futsal or futbol sala can be described as a smaller version of soccer, played on an indoor court with only five
players per team. This tournament is for ages 5-18 years old. The registration fee is $20 per player and will be
played over 5 weeks. Games will begin the week of June 13 and be played at Kensington Gym. For information or
registration, please call 913-551-0407.
SPRING MEN’S SOFTBALL LEAGUE
League will begin Wednesday, April 13th. This will be a doubleheader league with games on Wednesday nights.
All games will be played at City Park #1 and #4 @ 6:30 pm, 7:30 pm, 8:30 pm or 9:30 pm. The registration deadline
is April 5th. The fee is $400 per team. Team registration only: players must be ages 18 & up
SPRING/SUMMER 2022 | 19SPORTS SPRING CO-ED SOFTBALL LEAGUE League will begin on Sunday, April 10th. This will be a doubleheader league with games played on Sunday evenings. All games will be played at City Park #1, #4, or #3 @ 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm, 5:00 pm or 6:00 pm. The registration deadline is April 5th, the fee is $400 per team. Team registration only: players must be ages 18 & up. YOUTH BASEBALL LEAGUE League registration started Feb. 1st (T-ball, Machine Pitch, and 12u) and games will be starting April 26th. The fee is $20 per player. The games will be played at City Park, Klamm Park, or Shawnee Park. This will be a 7-week program with games played on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. Team and individual registration are available for ages 4–12-year-olds. 20 | WYANDOTTE COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION GUIDE
SUNFLOWER HILLS
Sunflower Hills is an 18 hole Championship golf course designed
by renowned architect Roger Packard. Located adjacent to the
Kansas Speedway complex, just minutes from downtown Kansas City
Missouri.
Golfers of all skill levels will enjoy this challenging course. Sunflower
Hills is long and hilly and features large greens. Many trees make
control and accuracy important parts of a good round. Sunflower
Hills also offers one of the newest and best junior facilities in the
Kansas City area. The Junior golf course features six holes with three
sets of tees, driving range, putting green and practice bunker.
Amenities Include: 2022 Green Fee Rates (does not include a cart)
• Six sets of tees
Weekday Weekend
• Zoysia fairways - Fri. Sat. & Sun. Twilite
• Penncross bent grass greens Patron $23.00 $32.00 $17.00
• Driving range WyCo Resident $25.00 $34.00 $18.00
• Putting green
Standard Rate $29.00 $37.00 $20.00
• Chipping green
Senior Patron $17.00 $32.00 $17.00
• Practice bunker
Senior WyCo Resident $18.00 $34.00 $18.00
• Golf pro-shop
Senior Standard $20.00 $37.00 $20.00
• Snack bar
• 6 hole junior course Junior Patron $17.00 $32.00 $17.00
• Golf Professionals providing Junior WyCo Resident $18.00 $34.00 $18.00
lessons, club fitting and Junior Standard $20.00 $37.00 $20.00
club repair
• Tournament and group
Membership Season Passes
outings welcomed
• Home of the Wyandotte
County Open. Longest running Rates & Walking Including
tournament of its kind in the Information Season Golf
Greater Kansas City Area. Pass Cart
Sunflower Hills Single Season Pass $1,600 $2,525
Patron Cards
Senior Season Pass $900 $1,700
Open Daily Single Patron $110.00
Family Season Pass $2,015 $3,485
12200 Riverview Road Senior Patron $85.00 Twilite Season Pass n/a $1,335
Bonner Springs, Kansas 66012 Junior Patron $85.00
Single Family
Phone 913-573-8570 Family Patron $135.00
Fax 913-721-1025 Driving Range Pass $450.00 $695.00
Email: info@sunflowerhillsgolfcourse.com
SPRING/SUMMER 2022 | 21REGIONAL, COMMUNITY & NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS
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1. Bethany Park Central Avenue & N. 12th Street Tennis, Sand Volleyball, Futsal
2. Bill Clem Park Kansas Avenue & 10th Street Softball
3. City Park Park Drive & S. 26th Street Soccer, Softball
4. Clopper Field Powell Avenue & S. 34th Street Tennis, Sand Volleyball, Futsal, Soccer
5. Edgerton Park Edgerton Avenue & N. 3rd Street Basketball
6. Eighth Street Park Barnett Avenue & N. 8th Street Tennis
7. Eisenhower Park Georgia Street & 72nd Street Baseball, Softball, Tennis, Football, Soccer
8. Emerson Park Strong Avenue & South 29th Street Tennis
9. Fairfax (Roswell) Park Manor Crest Drive & N. 7th Street Softball, Basketball
10. Heathwood Park Parallel Parkway & N. 10th Street Baseball
11. Jersey Creek Park North 5th Street & Parallel Parkway Basketball
12. Kensington Park State Avenue & N. 29th Street Volleyball, Softball
13. Klamm Park Cleveland Avenue & N. 22nd Street Baseball, Tennis
14. Leo Alvey Park Metropolitan Avenue & S. 49th Street Soccer
15. Matney Park Shawnee Drive & S. 40th Street Basketball
16 Parkwood Park 952 Quindaro Boulevard Volleyball, Basketball, Tennis
17. Pierson Park Douglas & 55th Street Tennis
18. Quindaro Park Sewell & North 34th Street Volleyball, Softball, Tennis
19. Rosedale Park 4100 Mission Road Softball, Tennis, Skate Park, Disc Golf
20. Shawnee Park Shawnee Avenue & S. 7th Street Softball, Basketball, Tennis, Futsal
21. Stony Point Park 8347 Elizabeth Avenue Softball, Tennis
22. Thomson Park 59th & Nogard Sand Volleyball
23. Welborn Park Rowland Avenue & N. 55th Street Tennis, Softball, Futsal
24. Westheight Park Wood Avenue & N. 22nd Street Tennis
25. WYCO Park State Avenue & 126th Street Tennis, Softball, Soccer, Disc Golf, Skate Park
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PARKS AND RECREATION ADMINISTRATION OFFICE
5033 STATE AVENUE
REGIONAL PARKS 17. Kaw Point Park – Fairfax Traffic Way at the Levee
18. Kensington Park – State Avenue & N. 29th Street
A. Wyandotte County Lake Park – 91st &
19. Mac’s Park – Glendale Avenue & Garfield Avenue
Leavenworth Road
20. Matney Park – Shawnee Drive & S. 40th Street
B. Wyandotte County Park – 126th & State Avenue 21. Mt. Marty Park (Rosedale Arch)
C. Pierson Park – Douglas & S. 55th Street Seminary Avenue & Hill Street
22. Northrup Park – Grandview Boulevard & N. 10th Street
COMMUNITY PARKS 23. Parkwood Park – 952 Quindaro Boulevard
D. City Park – Park Drive & S. 26th Street 24. Prescott Park – Ridge & 13th Street
E. Eisenhower Park – Georgia Avenue & N. 22nd Street 25. Quindaro Park – Sewell Avenue & N. 34th Street
26. Regan Park – Park Drive & 27th Street
F. Klamm Park – Cleveland Avenue & N. 22nd Street 27. Ruby Park – Ruby Avenue & S. 30th Street
G. Rosedale Park– Mission Road & W. 41st Street 28. Shawnee Park – Shawnee Avenue & S. 7th Street
29. Simpson Park – 726 Central Avenue
NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS 30. Silver City Park – Lawrence Avenue & S. 25th Street
1. Leo Alvey Park – Metropolitan Avenue & S. 49th Street 31. Splitlog Park – 715 Splitlog Avenue
2. Bethany Park – Central Avenue & N. 12th Street 32. Stony Point Park – Elizabeth Avenue & N. 86th Street
3. Big Eleven Lake – State Avenue & N. 11th Street 33. St. Johns Park – Ann Avenue & N. 4th Street
4. Bill Clem Park – Kansas Avenue & 10th Street 34. St. Margaret’s Park – Homer Avenue & S. 7th Street
5. Clifton Park – Park Drive & 23rd Street 35. Thomson Park – Nogard Avenue & N. 59th Street
6. Clopper Park – Powell Avenue & S. 34th Street 36. Trolley Park – Central Avenue & 19th Street
7. Coronado Park – Freeman Avenue & N. 52nd Street 37. Vega Park – Metropolitan Avenue & S. 24th Street
8. Edgerton Park – Edgerton Avenue & N. 3rd Street 38. Waterway Park – Grandview Boulevard
9. Eighth Street Park – Barnett Avenue & N. 8th Street & N. 11th Street
10. Emerson Park – Strong Avenue & S. 29th Street 39. Welborn Park – Rowland Avenue & N. 55th Street
11. Fairfax Park – Manor Crest Drive & N. 7th Street 40. Westheight Park – Wood Avenue & N. 22nd Street
12. Fisher Park – Fisher Street & W. 39th Avenue 41. Riverview Park – 100 S. 74th Street
13. Flat Iron Park – Central Avenue & 14th Street 42. Hope Park – Crest Drive & S. 47th Street
14. Heathwood Park – Parallel Parkway & N. 10th Street 43. Holy Family Park – Orchard & 6th Street
15. Huron Park – Minnesota Avenue & N. 6th Street 44. Delaware – Ann Avenue & 74th Street
16. Jersey Creek Park – N. 5th Street to 45. Lally Park – Central Avenue & 10th Street
N. 18th Street on Parallel Parkway 46. Boston Daniel Park – Waverly Avenue & 8th Street
SPRING/SUMMER 2022 | 23HELPFUL INFORMATION
WYANDOTTE COUNTY NOXIOUS WEEDS
HISTORICAL MUSEUM Herbicides to eradicate those weeds deemed noxious
by the Kansas Legislature, will be sold at the Noxious
Located in the Wyandotte County Park, 126th and
Weeds office located in front of Shelter 2 at Wyandotte
State Ave., 631 N. 126th, Bonner Springs, KS
County Lake Park. To purchase the chemicals, you must
913-573-5002
be a Wyandotte County resident, be able to identify one
Exhibit and Archives Hours:
or more noxious weeds on your property, and have an
Mon. - Sat., 9:00 am to 4:00 pm
ID proving your residency. Cash is the only method of
Closed: Sundays and Holidays payment accepted. For more information, including a
Archives: By appointment list of the current noxious weeds, please visit the Unified
The Wyandotte County Museum staff works to identify, Government of Wyandotte County Parks & Recreation
collect, preserve, interpret, and disseminate material and website: www.wycokck.org/Parks, and search “Noxious
information pertaining to Wyandotte County history in Weeds”, or call (913) 573-8392.
order to assist the public in understanding, appreciating,
and assisting in the preservation of the heritage of our
city and county.
VACANT LOTS
To report a vacant lot with overgrown grass or weeds,
AZURA AMPHITHEATRE please call (913) 573-8306. Include in your message: The
633 N. 130TH, address or cross streets of vacant lot, your name, and
BONNER SPRINGS, KS 66102 a contact number. Calls will only be returned if more
information is needed regarding the lot. Lots will be
assessed and handled accordingly. Any overgrown lot
Azuro Amphitheatre is an open-air performance venue that has a house, whether occupied or vacant, on
located in Bonner Springs, Kansas. Opened in 1984 as it should be submitted to Code Enforcement at
Sandstone Amphitheatre, it is a place where concert (913) 573-8600.
fans have been making memories for over twenty years.
Audience capacity at Azuro Center Amphitheatre is
18,000 people, including approximately 3,100 box and THE WYANDOTTE COUNTY PARKS
reserved seats. FOUNDATION
CROSS COUNTRY TRAIL The Wyandotte County Parks Foundation is a non-profit,
501 C3 organization that provides opportunities for
The Cross Country Trail is located in Wyandotte County individuals and organizations to improve the quality of
Park, 126th and State Avenue. The closest access to the life through the support of parks and recreation services
trail is adjacent to Shelter F on 126th by the first entrance in Wyandotte County Kansas.
into the park. Many schools in the metropolitan area have To make a donation, please send your contribution to:
used this trail for their cross country events. The Wyandotte County Parks Foundation
The trail is mowed summer and fall the public is welcome 5033 State Avenue
to use the trail except for days scheduled for school Kansas City, Kansas 66102
events. If Shelter F is reserved, additional parking for Attention: Jennifer Slaughter, President
runners is available at the soccer field. If you have questions, call 913-573-8327
parksinfo@wycokck.org
BRIDLE TRAIL
The bridle trail at Wyandotte County Lake Park, 91st
and Leavenworth Road, is a scenic 10 mile ride. The trail
starts at the 83rd Street entrance next to a horse trailer
parking lot. There is no fee for horses, riders, trailers. The
trail is open during daylight hours only.
24 | WYANDOTTE COUNTY PARKS & RECREATION GUIDEVisit wycokck.org/wycoparks to try it out
The CivicRec solution is designed to be
intuitive to navigate and easy for citizens
to use. It is mobile-friendly, allowing
citizens to search for community activities
and events, register, and remit payment
even from a smartphone or tablet!
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