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PROGRAM
GUIDE
Fall/Winter 2021-2022
PARKS AND RECREATION
Table of Contents
Rentals 5
Scholarship Programs 6
Aquatics 8
Athletics 9
Brenton Skating Plaza 20
Cemeteries 21
Community Recreation Centers 22
Nature Programs 25
Special Events 34
Volunteers 41
Notice:
In order to comply with emergency proclamations by the
Governor or Mayor, as such may be amended from time to
time, and as public health guidelines evolve, for the safety of
staff and the public, the Parks and Recreation Department
reserves the right to cancel Facility Use permits or registrations
at any time. In the event of a cancellation, the City’s sole
liability will be to refund the permit or registration fees. In
addition, the Department reserves the right to change the
Facility Use permit or registration requirements at any time.
The Department will contact applicant, user, or registrants
as soon as reasonably possible with such cancellation or
changes.
Photo Release
Please note photos taken during programs, events or at facilities could be
used for future communications, marketing and public relations
efforts including social media.
Parks and Recreation
Information
Des Moines Parks and Recreation Office
1551 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway
Des Moines, Iowa 50317
515-237-1386
parks@dmgov.org
Office Hours
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Register online and find program/event information
at dmparks.org
Cancellations
In the event that inclement weather forces events or programs to be
canceled, all efforts will be made to make an announcement as soon
as possible.
Text Message Notifications
Text any of the following keywords to 84483 to sign up for updates on:
DSMEvents, DSMPools, DSMSports, DSMTrails, DSMPopUp,
DSMVolunteers, BrentonSkating
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For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 3
Parks and Recreation Information Mayor Frank Cownie City Council Ward I - Bill Gray Ward II - Linda Westergaard Ward III - Josh Mandelbaum Ward IV - Joe Gatto At Large - Carl Voss At Large - Connie Boesen Parks and Recreation Board The Parks and Recreation Board is comprised of 15 members. Each city council member appoints two members and the Des Moines Public School Board appoints one member. The board meets monthly on the fourth Tuesday in the board room at the Richard A. Clark Municipal Service Center located at 1551 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Pkwy. The board recommends rules and regulations for the equipping, maintenance, conduct, supervision and control of the city playgrounds, recreation centers and special facilities. The board also reviews and provides input for the operating and capital improvement budgets. Four advisory committees provide citizen and expert input to the board on various parks and recreation issues: Citizen Golf Advisory, Urban Conservation, Citizen Cemetery Advisory and Trails and Greenways. George Davis William Thompson Cynde Fanter Barb Bremner Loyd W. Ogle James Bollard Joel Potter Andrea Woodard (Chair) Sarah Lohmeier Kalyn Cody R. Stephen Vilmain Brooke Avila Victoria Facto Sammy F. Pugh 4 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.org
Rentals Planning a special event? Check out the wide variety of facilities available from Des Moines Parks and Recreation. No matter what you are planning – baby shower, class reunion, birthday party, wedding and more – you can find the right sized venue. Available facilities: • Open-Air and Enclosed Shelters • Community Recreation Center Conference Rooms • Multi-purpose Rooms • Gyms • Floral Gardens • Amphitheaters • Riviera Stage - Riverview • Gray’s Lake and Green Spaces • Christine Hensley Terrace • Aquatic Centers, Pools and Wading Pools With COVID-19 restrictions, not all facilities may be available to rent, or may have lower capacity limits that may affect your event. To ensure you get the site and the date you want, make your reservation now! Review pricing and make your selection online at dmparks.org. For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 5
Scholarship Programs
Des Moines Parks and Recreation offers two different scholarships for
programming provided through the department.
The Youth Recreational Scholarship Program (YRSP) has been
launched in partnership with Des Moines Public Schools and allows
students enrolled in Des Moines schools and eligible for free/reduced
meals to participate in swim lessons and/or youth sports for just $5
per program.
The Greater Des Moines Recreational Activity Scholarship Program
(GRASP) is a program that gives access to discounts for households
within Des Moines that meet established guidelines.
Greater Des Moines Youth Recreational
Recreational Activity Scholarship Scholarship Program
Program (GRASP) (YRSP)
Who can use each program
Des Moines residents who Specifically for Des Moines
meet the income guidelines Public School students. Only
will have access to discounts for for access to youth sports
their household with the ability and swim lessons.
to engage in a full range
of events and activities.
Qualification Criteria
Total Income - Based on number Active Des Moines
of people in the household. Public Schools students
(Household Size - Household enrolled in the Free and
Income) Reduced Meal Program.
1 - $30,350
2 - $41,150
3 - $51,950
4 - $62,750
5 - $73,550
6 - $84,350
*Must be a Des Moines Resident
6 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.org
Eligibility Verification
Verification of total income Electronic opt-in process
through IMPACT Community through Des Moines Public
Action Partnership using Schools Webpage Portal – The
approved list of documents link to opt-in is available
(i.e.paycheck, taxes, etc). at https://activities.dmschools.
Call (515) 518-4770 to set org/youthprograms/
up an appointment with IMPACT parks-rec-scholarship-opt-in/
at one of their two locations. and will be promoted during
enrollment for each school year.
Opting in can be done at any
time throughout the school year
through the DMPS website.
Registration Process
Once someone receives their Once approved, participants
GRASP card from IMPACT call the Parks and Recreation
Community Action Partnership, Administration Office at (515)
participants can contact 237-1386 to register or have
the Parks and Recreation their account updated to allow
Administration Office to electronic registration through
activate discounts for electronic ACTIVE Net.
registration through ACTIVE Net.
Discounts/Benefits
• $5 - Youth Sports Registrations • $5 - Youth Sports Registrations
and Swim Lessons for grades Pre-K through
• Receive 50% off 7 including:
o Open-Air Shelters o Basketball
o Boat and Bike Rentals at o Flag Football
Gray’s Lake o Volleyball
• Receive 75% or more off o Soccer
the following: o Baseball/T-Ball
o Season Swim Passes o Kickball
o Community Garden Plot • $5 - Swim Lessons for grades
• Additional discounts: Pre-K through 12.
o 1 free child admission with
a paid adult admission to
the Science Center of Iowa
o 1 free child admission with
a paid adult admission to
the Blank Park Zoo
o 1 free child admission with
a paid adult admission to
the Brenton Skating Plaza
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 7
Aquatics
Holiday Pool Pass Special!
We are bringing back our holiday pool pass special! Starting on
Nov. 26 (Black Friday) through Dec. 31, you can save big on summer
fun. Passes make a great gift!
Valid online only. Purchase at dmparks.org
Season Pool Black Friday/
Regular
Passes Early Bird
1 person $40.00 $45.00
2 person $75.00 $80.00
3 person $100.00 $110.00
4 person $125.00 $140.00
Addt'l family over 4 $10.00 per $10.00 per
8 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.org
Athletics
Adult Coed Volleyball
Adult Coed Volleyball League will be held at Pioneer Columbus
Community Recreation Center (2100 SE 5th St.) Sunday evenings
from 4 - 8 p.m. Cost is $195 per team and includes six league
games plus a post-season tournament.
All games will be officiated by one referee. For more information
contact the athletics office at dmsports@dmgov.org
Start Day Oct. 17
Sesssion1: Season Mid-October through Mid-December
Sesssion2: Season Early January through Mid-March
Program Times: 4 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Registration Begins: Registration Ends:
Session 1: 8/1/2021 Session 1: 10/1/2021
Session 2: 11/1/2021 Session 2:1/1/2022
Cost: $195 per team
Ages for Program: Location: Pioneer Columbus
18 and Up Community Recreation Center
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 9
Youth Basketball*
Des Moines Parks and Recreation and Des Moines Public Schools
are partnering to offer Youth Basketball. League registration will be
from Aug. 1 through Oct. 1. Separate leagues are available for boys
and girls with divisions for grades 1 - 7. Divisions will be separated
into individual grades if there are a sufficient number of participants.
If not, combining grades will be necessary.
Leagues play either Saturday or Sunday, except Boys 7th grade
which will play Wednesday nights, beginning in November and end
with league tournament play in March. Practices and games are
played at area schools and community recreation centers.
Team entry fee is $550 and allows for a team roster of approximately
ten players. Individual entry fee is $60 per child with draft teams
formed from these entries.
Start Day Nov. 6
Early November
Program Times: 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Registration Begins: 8/1/2021 Registration Ends: 10/1/2021
Cost: $60 per person
Location: Fourmile and Pioneer
Ages for Program:
Columbus Community
1st Grade - 7th Grade
Recreation Centers
Adult Men’s/Women’s
Basketball League
Des Moines Parks and Recreation offers separate men’s and women’s
Adult Basketball Leagues, with play starting the end of November.
Teams play once a week at Fourmile Community Center (3711
Easton Blvd.) or Pioneer Columbus Community Center (2100 SE 5th
St.). Entry fee is $375 per team for a 10-game schedule with 10
participants per team.
Start Day Nov. 14
Mid-November through Early March
Program Times: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Registration Begins: 10/1/2021 Registration Ends: 11/1/2021
Cost: $375 per team
Location: Pioneer Columbus or
Ages for Program: 18 and Up Fourmile Community
Recreation Centers
*Scholarship Eligible
10 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgPre-K / Kindergarten Basketball*
Des Moines Parks and Recreation offers Pre-K / Kindergarten
Coed Basketball with activities held Tuesdays at Pioneer Columbus
Community Recreation Center (2100 SE 5th St.).
This program introduces children to team sports, teammates, and
game situations while learning the basics of basketball in a fun
atmosphere. Each team has a parent-coach and will play against
a different team one night per week for six weeks. All equipment,
including a personal team jersey, will be provided.
Start Day Jan. 1
Tuesdays; Early February through Mid-March - 6 Sessions
Program Times: Tuesdays 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Registration Begins: 11/1/2021 Registration Ends: 1/1/2022
Cost: $50 per person
Ages for Program: Grades Pre-K Location: Pioneer Columbus
- Kindergarten (3-6) Community Recreation Center
Snoball Softball Tournament
SOFTBALL?.....IT’S NOT JUST FOR SUMMER IN DES MOINES! This
year’s event will once again be broken up into two weekends with
coed teams playing Jan. 15 and 16 and men’s teams playing Jan.
22 and 23.
Team entry fees of $105 are due by January 1st. Checks are payable
to Des Moines Parks and Recreation.
Start Day January 15
Coed: Jan. 15 - 16
Men’s: Jan. 22 - 23
Program Times: 6 p.m. - 5 p.m.
Registration Begins: 12/1/2021 Registration Ends: 1/1/2022
Cost: $105 per team
Location: George Davis
Ages for Program: 18 and Up
Softball Park
*Scholarship Eligible
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 11Adult Indoor Wiffle Ball League
Wanting to enjoy America’s pastime during the winter, but can’t
because of the weather? Well, Des Moines Park and Recreation is
offering an Adult Indoor Wiffle Ball League for you and a few of
your close friends! Teams may be composed of all men, all women,
or combination of both. Beginning early January, teams will play
an 8-week schedule of doubleheader games at Pioneer Columbus
Community Recreation Center (2100 SE 5th St.) with end-of-season
playoffs the last week. Team registration is $60 with a limit of 6 per
team, 16 or over.
Start Day Early January
Sundays; January - March
Program Times: 2 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Registration Begins: 11/1/2021 Registration Ends: 12/15/2021
Cost: $60 per team
Ages for Program: Location: Pioneer Columbus
16 and Up Community Recreation Center
Blarney Blast
Softball Tournament
Call it the ‘Luck of the Irish’; Des Moines Parks and Recreation is
offering the Annual Blarney Blast softball tournament to the proud
citizens of Des Moines. This tournament mixes a little bit of Ireland
with a double elimination spring event featuring green softball attire.
Games will be played at the George Davis Softball Complex if
conditions allow. Participation fee is $105 per team . Break out your
shillelaghs, it’s time to play softball!
Start Day March 12
March 12 - 13
Program Times: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Registration Begins: 1/1/2022 Registration Ends: 3/1/2022
Cost: $105 per team
Ages for Program: Location: George Davis
18 and Up Softball Park
12 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgYouth Volleyball*
Des Moines Parks and Recreation and Des Moines Public Schools are
partnering to offer Youth Volleyball grades 1 - 7. Volunteer coaches
will lead the practices and games. Scores will be kept and referees
provided for grades 4 - 7. Teams will be divided into grade divisions:
1 - 3, 4 - 5 and 6 - 7. If numbers do not allow, we will modify the age
divisions as needed; teams will be coed.
The 1 - 3 division will practice and play Saturday mornings at
Pioneer Columbus Community Recreation Center. The 4 - 7 divisions
will practice and play during the week but the days have not been
decided as they will depend on gym availability.
Start Day April 2
Early April through the end of May
Program Times: 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Registration Begins: 1/1/2022 Registration Ends: 3/1/2022
Cost: $50 per person / $475 per team
Location: Fourmile and Pioneer
Ages for Program:
Columbus Community Recre-
Grades 1 - 7
ation Centers
Spring Softball
So, your team can’t wait to get back out on the softball field after a
long winter? Sign up your coed or men’s team in our adult spring
12” slow-pitch softball leagues and they’ll be the early birds that get
the hits! Play a 4-game schedule once a week in April. All games are
played at the George Davis Softball Complex, 4980 NE 46th St., on
Thursday night 6 - 9 p.m..
Start Day April 7
Thursdays in April
Program Times: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Registration Begins: 1/1/2022 Registration Ends: 3/1/2022
Cost: $100 per team
Ages for Program: Location: George Davis
18 and Up Softball Park
*Scholarship Eligible
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 13Pre-K / Kindergarten Soccer*
Des Moines Parks and Recreation offers Pre-K / Kindergarten Soccer
with games and practices to be played at James W. Cownie Soccer
Park. (2600 Hartford Ave.)
This program introduces children to team sports, team mates,
and game situations while learning the basics of soccer in a fun
atmosphere. Each team has a parent-coach and will meet for six
sessions. The first two sessions will be practice only. The last four
sessions will see each team play against a different team in a
scrimmage setting. All equipment, including a personal team jersey,
will be provided.
Start Day April 16
Saturdays; Mid-April through May - 6 Sessions
Program Times: 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Registration Begins: 1/1/2022 Registration Ends: 3/1/2022
Cost: $50 per player
Ages for Program: Grades: Location: James W. Cownie
Pre-K - Kindergarten (Ages 3 - 6) Soccer Park
Spring Pickleball League
Pickleball is a paddleball sport that combines elements of tennis,
badminton and table tennis. Participants register as teams of two.
Each team member must provide their own paddle. Participants will
be divided into divisions based on skill and/or age. Games will be
played on Tuesdays or Thursdays, outdoors whenever possible, but
may be moved indoors for weather considerations.
Start Day April 19
Mid - April through Mid - June
Program Times: 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Registration Begins: 2/1/2022 Registration Ends: 4/1/2022
Cost: $35 per team
Ages for Program: Location: Waveland, Tower, and
18 and Up Ashby Tennis Courts
*Scholarship Eligible
14 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgSummer Softball (Session 1)
Des Moines Parks and Recreation offers Adult Summer Softball
leagues for coed slow-pitch teams. Start times on weeknights range
from 6:15 p.m. to 9:15 p.m. Start times on Sundays range from
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. for early leagues and 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. for late
leagues. 14-week single game & 7-week double-header leagues are
available.
For additional information, contact call 515-612-4509 or email
dmsports@dmgov.org.
Start Day May 1
Sundays, Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays
Program Times: Varies
Registration Begins: 2/1/2022 Registration Ends: 4/1/2022
Cost: $390 per team
Ages for Program: Location: George Davis
18 and Up Softball Park
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 15Youth Baseball (Grades 4 - 7)*
Des Moines Parks and Recreation offers Youth Baseball. Games and
practices will be played at James W. Cownie Baseball Park (2501
SE 22 St.). The registration fee is $50 per participant or only $5 for
those who qualify through the GRASP or YRSP scholarship program.
The team registration fee is $475.This program introduces children
to team sports, team mates, and game situations while learning the
basics of baseball in a fun atmosphere. Each team has a parent-
coach and will play against a different team once per week for six
weeks.
Gloves are not provided.
Start Day May 2
May through Mid - July
Program Times: 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Registration Begins: 2/1/2022 Registration Ends: 4/1/2022
Cost: $50 per person or $475 per team
Location: James W. Cownie
Ages for Program: Grades 4 - 7
Baseball Park
Spring Futsal League
Futsal is 5 v 5 soccer played on a small, hard court with a low bounce
ball. League games will be played on an official Futsal court at local
parks. Both coed and men’s divisions will be offered. Coed requires
a minimum of 2 females on the court at all times. Typical roster size
is 6 - 12 players. Shin guards ARE required, but NOT provided.
Start Day May 3
May through Mid - June
Program Times: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m.
Registration Begins: 2/1/2022 Registration Ends: 4/1/2022
Cost: $325 per team
Ages for Program: 18 and Up Location: Birdland Mini-Pitch
*Scholarship Eligible
16 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgYouth T-Ball (K - 1)*
Des Moines Parks and Recreation offers Youth T-Ball for grades K - 1.
Games and practices will be played at James W. Cownie Baseball
Park (2501 SE 22nd St). The registration fee is $50 per player or $5
per player for those who qualify for the GRASP or YRSP scholarship
program. This program introduces children to team sports, team
mates, and game situations while learning the basics of baseball
in a fun atmosphere. Each team has a parent-coach and will play
against a different team once per week for six weeks.
All equipment other than a baseball glove is provided.
Start Day May 3
May through Mid-July
Program Times: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Registration Begins: 2/1/2022 Registration Ends: 4/1/2022
Cost: $50 per person
Location: James W. Cownie
Ages for Program: Grades K - 1
Baseball Park
Coach Pitch Baseball (Grades 2 - 3)*
Des Moines Parks and Recreation offers Coach Pitch Baseball.
Games and practices will be played at James W. Cownie Baseball
Complex (2501 SE 22 St.). The registration fee is $50 per player
or only $5 per player for those who qualify through the GRASP or
YRSP scholarship program. This program introduces children to team
sports, team mates, and game situations while learning the basics
of baseball in a fun atmosphere. Each team has a parent-coach and
will play against a different team once per week for six weeks.
All equipment is provided except for baseball gloves.
Start Day May 3
May through Mid - July
Program Times: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Registration Begins: 2/1/2022 Registration Ends: 4/1/2022
Cost: $50 per person
Location: James W. Cownie
Ages for Program: Grades 2 - 3
Baseball Park
*Scholarship Eligible
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 17Pre-K Kickball*
Des Moines Parks and Recreation offers Pre-K Kickball. Games and
practices will be played at James W. Cownie Baseball Park. (2501
SE 22nd St.) This program introduces children to team sports, team
mates, and game situations while learning the basics of kickball in
a fun atmosphere. Each team has a parent-coach and will have 2
weeks of practice and 4 weeks of 1/2 practice and 1/2 games.
Start Day May 7
Mondays; Early May through Mid - June - 6 Sessions
Program Times: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Registration Begins: 2/1/2022 Registration Ends: 4/1/2022
Cost: $50 per person
Ages for Program: Location: James W. Cownie
Grade: Pre-K (Ages 3 - 4) Baseball Park
*Scholarship Eligible
18 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgSummer Kickball
Des Moines Parks and Recreation offers Coed Kickball leagues for
players 18 and over. A 7-game schedule is played at the George
Davis Softball Complex (4980 NE 46th St. ) on Wednesday evenings
between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. Cost: $195 per team - 7- game schedule
plays Wednesdays beginning early May.
Start Day May 7
Wednesdays; May through Mid - June
Program Times: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Registration Begins: 2/1/2022 Registration Ends: 4/1/2022
Cost: $195 per team
Ages for Program: Location: George Davis
18 and Up Softball Park
Spring Pickleball Tournament
Join Des Moines Parks and Recreation and the Des Moines Metro
Pickleball Club for our annual Spring tournament at Waveland
Tennis Courts on May 7! Round Robin/Single Elimination Format.
Tournament will begin at 8 a.m.
Men’s, Women’s, and Coed Divisions available. (6 Divisions
Total) Divisions will be divided by age and skill level indicated on
registration form.
Fee: $20 per team (Only one team member will need to register for
the team ) Rain out date will be May 14.
Start Day May 7
Saturday, May 7, 2022
Program Times: 8 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Registration Begins: 2/1/2022 Registration Ends: 4/1/2022
Cost: $20 per team
Ages for Program: Location: Waveland
18 and Up Tennis Courts
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 19Brenton Skating Plaza
Skating Season: Nov. 19 - March 27
520 Robert D. Ray Drive | Des Moines, IA 50309
Admission: Admission Process:
Adult $9 Online registration for each session
recommended at dmparks.org /
Child 6/12 - senior +62 $5.50
walk up admission if space allows
Child under 5 Free
Punch Pass $80 Sessions Length:
(10 admissions & skate rentals) 1hr. 45 mins. (customers may arrive
Skate Rental $5 15 min early for their session).
Session Times:
Mon. - Thurs.; 5 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. / 7:15 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Fri.; 5 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. / 7:15 p.m. - 9 p.m. / 9:15 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Sat.;12 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. /2:15 p.m. - 4 p.m./ 4:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m /
7 p.m. - 8:45 p.m. / 9:15 p.m. - 11 p.m.
Sun.; 12 p.m. - 1:45 p.m. / 2 p.m. - 3:45 p.m. / 4:15 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Holiday
Tree Lighting
Ceremony
Nov. 19
Free Skating Clinics - Dec. 11, Jan. 8, Feb. 12
Hours of Operation
Nov-Dec Jan- March
Monday: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Monday: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Tuesady: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Tuesady: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Wednesday: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Wednesday: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Thursday: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m. Thursday: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Friday: 5 p.m. - 11 p.m. Friday: 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.
Saturday: Noon - 11 p.m. Saturday: Noon - 9 p.m.
Sunday: Noon - 6 p.m. Sunday: Noon - 6 p.m.
Session Capacity 110
20 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgCemeteries
Wreaths Across America
Remember our fallen U.S. Veterans and honor those that serve. This
December 18, on National Wreaths Across America Day, along with
Arlington National Cemetery, Des Moines Municipal Cemeteries,
will host a wreath-laying ceremony at Woodland Cemetery. We
will be one of more than 2,100 additional locations in all 50 U.S.
states, at sea and abroad. Through local fundraising efforts, we have
a goal to lay 1,000 wreaths to honor all branches of our military.
To sponsor a wreath, visit https://wreathsacrossamerica.org/
pages/159437. If you would like to volunteer, please sign up at:
http://bit.ly/2021WAAVolunteer.
Start Day Dec. 18
Program Times: a.m.
Registration Begins: 8/1/2021 Registration Ends: 12/1/2021
Cost: N/A
Ages for Program: Location: Woodland Cemetery
12 and Up 2019 Woodland Ave.
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 21Community Recreation Centers
Des Moines Parks and Recreation offers two Community Recreation
Centers, Pioneer Columbus and Fourmile to the public. Both centers
provide a variety of programs and drop in recreation for all ages
including meal sites for seniors year round, pickleball year round
and Imagination Playschool (an indoor park set up in the gym) for
ages 7 and under from November – March and much more
Pioneer Columbus Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
2100 SE 5th St. Youth (10 - 17) Free
248-6316 Under 10 must be accompanied by an adult
Adult (18 - 59) $1/day or $12/month
Fourmile Senior (60 +) Free
3711 Easton Blvd. Yearly memberships are available
248-6315
Pioneer Columbus Community Recreation Center:
Amenities:
• Two gymnasiums
• Weight room
• Cardio room
• Boxing ring
• Game table
• Computer lab
• Munti-purpose room
• Conference room
• Outdoor basketball court
• Playground
• Wading pool
• Paved walking loop
• Adjacent green space
• Regional Bike trail access
22 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgFourmile Community
Recreation Center:
In September of 2020 a renovation of space was completed which
included
• Kitchen connected to the multipurpose room
• New Fitness room adjacent to the check-in desk
• New meeting room/rental space
• Updated common room with computer stations
• Office of the Community Recreation Center Manager and
neighborhood officer reconfiguration
• New fire suppression and alarm system
• Updated IT and electrical panels
• LED light fixtures throughout the facility
Amenities:
• Gymnasium
• Weight room
• Cardio equipment
• Computer lab
• Multi-purpose room
• Conference room
• Skate park
• Playground
• Adjacent green space
• Regional Bike Trail Access
Indoor Pickleball
Pickleball available on three indoor courts. Mon - Fri from 8 a.m. -
12 p.m. A quick and fast paced game played as doubles or singles.
Cost is $2 per player.
Start Day Sept. 1
Year - round
Program Times: 8 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Registration Begins: 9/1/2021 Registration Ends: 3/31/2022
Cost: $2 per person
Location: Pioneer Columbus
Ages for Program: All ages
Community Recreation Center
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 23Imagination Playschool at
Pioneer Columbus
An indoor play area offering playhouses, big wheel bikes, safety
mats, foam building blocks and more during the cold weather months.
A great way to inspire imagination, social skills and movement for
children ages 1 - 7 years old.
Start Day Nov. 1
November - March
Program Times: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Registration Begins: 11/1/2021 Registration Ends: 3/18/2022
Cost: $1.50 per child
Location: Pioneer Columbus
Ages for Program: Ages 1 - 7
Community Recreation Center
Des Moines Table Tennis
Everyone is welcome at the Des Moines Table Tennis Club (DMTTC).
They offer excitement for all ages and all levels of play. DMTTC is a
great place to enjoy table tennis action, have fun and meet people.
Start Day Jan. 1
April - October: Every Tuesday and Thursday
from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
November - March: Every Wednesday from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
In years past, DMTTC goes to one day a week during
basketball season starting Mid-November.
Program Times: 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Registration Begins: 5/7/2021 Registration Ends: 12/31/2021
They pay a rental fee for the gym and charge their own admission
https://dmtt.org/membership/
Location: Fourmile
Ages for Program: All ages
Community Recreation Center
24 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgNature Programs
Monarch Tagging
Monarch tagging is a great way to get the public involved and
excited about monarch butterflies and what conservation practices
Des Moines Parks and Recreation is taking to help the monarch
butterfly. Most people know what a monarch butterfly is but they do
not always know that the number of monarch butterflies in the wild
has been dropping drastically since the mid 1990’s. The tagging
programs are a local part of a larger citizen science project that
has been going on since 1992 to better understand the dynamics
of the monarch’s spectacular fall migration. Each year more than a
quarter of a million tags are used by volunteers across North America
who tag monarchs as they migrate through their area on their way
to Mexico. Join us at a FREE tagging event to learn more about
the Monarch butterfly and participate in some hands-on Monarch
tagging. This is a free program.
Start Day Sept. 9
Sept. 9 - 10:30 a.m. - Union Park
Sept. 11 - 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. - Blank Park Zoo
Sept. 14 - 10:30 a.m. - Pete Crivero
Sept. 16 - 10:30 a.m. - Franklin Gardens
Sept. 18 - 10:00 a.m. - Gray’s Lake
Sept. 18 - 1:00 p.m. - Ashby Park
Sept. 23 - 10:30 a.m. - Greenwood Park, Sylvan Amphitheater
Sept. 27 - 6:00 p.m. - South Side Library
Cost: Free
Ages for Program: All Ages Location: Vary see above
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 25Paddle and Pick Up
This event combines canoeing on Gray’s Lake with cleaning up trash
in the park. On Sept. 24 starting at 5:30 p.m., we have all the gear
and supplies needed for you to Paddle and Pick Up. If you have
never canoed before, don’t worry, we will start with a basic canoe
lesson for beginners, then spend some time paddling the Gray’s Lake
shoreline collecting trash and making our park clean and beautiful.
Start Day Sept. 24
Program Times: 5:30 p.m.
Registration Begins: 9/1/2021 Registration Ends: 9/24/2021
Cost: Free event
Ages for Program: Under 16 Location: Gray’s Lake
must have an adult present Peninsula
Bat Boxes
Building a Bat Box may not have been on your bucket list before but,
it should be now. Bats are an interesting animal that you probably
have living in your neighborhood. Come to this event and you will
learn about the bats that live in Iowa and then build a bat box to take
home with you. This program is for all ages but anyone under 12 is
required to have an adult with them. We will start the program inside
talking about bats, then if conditions are good we will step outside to
look for flying bats. The final step of the program will be when you
will put together a Bat Box that you can use at your own home or
even use it as a gift for someone special to you.
Start Day Oct. 8
Program Times: 5:30 p.m.
Registration Begins: 9/1/2021 Registration Ends: 10/8/2021
Cost: $15 per box built
Ages for Program: Under 12 Location: Greenwood Park Jay
must have an adult present Spence Enclosed Shelter
26 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgStar Viewing
Des Moines Parks and Recreation along with the Science Center of
Iowa will bring you the night sky. We will have telescopes and staff
on hand to assist you with viewing the wonders of space.
Start Day Oct. 16
Program Times: TBD
Cost: Free program
Ages for Program: All Ages Location: TBD
GPS Great Pumpkin Hunt
On Oct. 30 starting at 10:30 a.m. we will host a GPS event in
Greenwood Park. Participants will learn how to use a hand-held
Global Positioning Unit then will use the GPS to find the “Great
Pumpkin” in the park. Hidden in the park will be a series of smaller
pumpkins leading the way to “the Great Pumpkin.” Each pumpkin
will have interesting information about Greenwood Park and a prize.
Move at your own pace and see if you can find all the pumpkins and
your destination will be “the Great Pumpkin” that you get to take
home with you. Pre-registration is required. The fee is $10 and only
applies to participants that will be collecting prizes.
Start Day Oct. 30
Program Times: 10:30 a.m.
Registration Begins: 9/1/2021 Registration Ends: 10/29/2021
Cost: $10
Ages for Program: Under 12
Location: Greenwood Park
must have an adult present
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 27Build a Bird Feeder Workshop
Join us to lean about bird feeders, take a hike and then build your
own bird feeder to take home or give to someone special as a gift.
This program is for all ages but anyone under 12 is required to have
an adult with them. We will start the program inside talking about
some different bird feeders and kinds of bird feed that you can use
to attract birds to your own home. Second we will take about a 30
minute easy walk on the trail to find some of the birds that live in the
Park. The final step of the program will be when you will put together
a nice feeder that you can use to attract birds to your own home or
even use it as a gift for someone special to you. Registration is limited
to the first 20 people that would like to build a bird feeder and can
be done at dmparks.org. The fee is $10 for each bird feeder built. If
you are interested in the program but do not wish to build a feeder,
feel free to join us and watch.
Start Day Nov. 13
Program Times: 10:30 a.m.
Registration Begins: 9/1/2021 Registration Ends: 11/12/2021
Cost:$10 per bird feeder
Ages for Program: Under 12 Location: MacRae Park
must have an adult present Enclosed Shelter
National Take a
Hike Day Lunch Hike
Enjoy a lunchtime hike with the Environmental Education Staff and
we will see what nature items we can find along the trail to discuss.
Start Day Nov. 17
Program Times: 12 p.m.
Cost: Free event
Ages for Program: Location: Ashworth Pool
All Ages Parking Lot
28 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgDes Moines ROCKS!
I feel all Naturalists have a tendency to pick up rocks and put them
in their pockets, who doesn’t love a good rock! This is a twist on
finding ROCKS. Painting and hiding rocks to bring smiles to others,
simple and fun. Join me and we will go in search of some painted
rocks and paint some rocks to share with others. I will have some
fun nature themed designs to guide you or you can go freestyle with
your designs.
I will bring all the supplies and you bring some inspiration. Registration
for this event is required and limited so everyone can have space to
work. Cost is $5 for the person painting.
Start Day Nov. 20
Program Times: 10:30 a.m.
Registration Begins: 9/1/2021 Registration Ends: 11/20/2021
Cost: $5 for the person painting
Location: Grandview Park
Ages for Program: All ages
Enclosed Shelter
After School Snowshoe Hike
If there is snow on the ground we will put on the snowshoes and
take an afternoon snowshoe hike in the park looking for items from
nature. We will finish up with a cup of hot chocolate!
Start Day Jan.13
Program Times: 4 p.m.
Registration Begins: 9/1/2021 Registration Ends: 12/31/2021
Cost: Free event
Location: Greenwood Park
Ages for Program: All ages
Jay Spence Enclosed Shelter
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 29Full Moon Snowshoe Hike
Take a walk with us through the park on a set of snowshoes and enjoy
Grandview Park on a full moon winter evening. Snowshoeing is fun
and easy to do, if you can walk, you can snowshoe. This program
will meet at the enclosed shelter in Grandview Park starting at 5:30
p.m.. When everyone has gear and directions, we will take a hike
in the park under the light of the moon. Dress for the weather. Back
in the shelter we will end the program with a cup of hot cocoa. We
have gear for adults and children. Pre - registration is required and
the fee is $5. Anyone under 16 years of age must be accompanied
by an adult.
Start Day Jan. 17
Program Times: 5:30 p.m.
Registration Begins: 9/1/2021 Registration Ends: 1/17/2022
Cost: $5
All ages program. Under 16 Location: Grandview Park
must have an adult present Enclosed Shelter
Bald Eagle Day
Enjoy and learn about the Bald Eagles in downtown Des Moines.
Start Day Feb.12
Program Times: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m.
Registration Begins: 2/12/2022 Registration Ends: 2/12/2022
Cost: Free event
Ages for Program: Location: South East 6th St.
All ages Bridge
30 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgFull Moon Snowshoe Hike
Take a walk with us through the park on a set of snowshoes and enjoy
Grandview Park on a full moon winter evening. Snowshoeing is fun
and easy to do, if you can walk, you can snowshoe. This program
will meet at the enclosed shelter in MacRae Park starting at 5:30
p.m.. When everyone has gear and directions, we will take a hike
in the park under the light of the moon. Dress for the weather. Back
in the shelter we will end the program with a cup of hot cocoa. We
have gear for adults and children. Pre - registration is required and
the fee is $5. Anyone under 16 years of age must be accompanied
by an adult.
Start Day Feb. 16
Program Times: 5:30 p.m.
Registration Begins: 9/1/2021 Registration Ends: 2/16/2022
Cost: $5
All ages program. Under 16 Location: MacRae Park
must have an adult present Enclosed Shelter
Owls of Iowa
Owls live right here in Des Moines but you do not get to see them
easily. We will learn about the different kinds of owls that live here
in Iowa and meet a live screech owl. Dress for the weather so that
we can take a short hike in search of wild live owls in the park.
Participants will also dissect an Owl Pellet at the program. Anyone
under 16 must be accompanied by an adult.
Start Day Feb. 18
Program Times: 5:30 p.m.
Cost: Free
Location: Greenwood Park
Ages for Program: Any Age
Jay Spence Enclosed Shelter
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 31After School Snowshoe Stomp
If there is snow on the ground we will take a snowshoe hike in the
park looking for signs of nature, then end the event with some hot
chocolate!
Start Day Feb. 22
Program Times: 4 p.m.
Registration Begins: 9/1/2021 Registration Ends: 2/22/2022
Cost: Free event
Ages for Program: Location: Columbus Park
All ages Enclosed Shelter
Birding Basics
This program is free and open to all ages. Participants take a casual
walk at Gray’s Lake in search of migrating and residential birds.
John Bissel leads the group, pointing out birds, talking about their
habits and answering questions. Great for beginners or people with
some experience.
Start Day March 2
Every Wednesday; March - May
Program Times: 11 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.
Registration Begins: 3/2/2022 Registration Ends: 5/25/2022
Cost: Free program
Ages for Program: All ages Location: Gray’s Lake
32 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgGPS Pot O’ Gold
Participants will learn how to use a handheld Global Positioning
Unit then use the GPS to find hidden “golden treasures” in the park.
With a little leprechaun luck, along the way they will also find some
information about the wildlife that calls Grandview Park home. Move
at your own pace and see if you can find all the hidden treasures
that Grandview Park has to offer. Pre-registration is required the fee
is $10 and only applies to participants that will be collecting the
“gold.”
Start Day March 12
Program Times: 1 p.m.
Registration Begins: 9/1/2021 Registration Ends: 3/11/2022
Cost: $10 per person collecting prizes
Ages for Program: Under 16
Location: Grandview Park
must have an adult present
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 33Special Events
Nature Trail Running Series
We invite runners of all skill levels to explore the nature trails in our
park system! Each Wednesday in September at 6 p.m., participants
are invited to join the three or six mile guided runs, led by volunteers
from Fleet Feet Des Moines and Capital Striders. In the event trail
conditions are not ideal, runs will take place on paved surfaces.
Start Day Sept. 1
Sept. 1 - Greenwood/Ashworth Park
Sept. 8 - Ewing Park
Sept. 15 - Grandview Park
Sept. 22 - Greenwood/Ashworth Park
Sept. 29 - Ashby Park
Program Times: 6 p.m.
Cost: Free
Ages for Program: Location: Varies by date
All ages and abilities (listed above)
Fall Free Flicks – Ride in Edition
Ride Details:
• Meet at 6 p.m. in carousel parking lot
• Ride at 6:30 p.m. around Union Park
• Movie - Raya and the Last Dragon
Start Day Sept. 10
Ride starts at 6:30 p.m.
Program Times:
Movie starts at Dusk
Registration Begins: 6/1/2021 Registration Ends: 9/10/2021
Cost: Free
Ages for Program: All ages Location: Union Park
34 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgMayor’s Annual Ride and Run
On Saturday, Sept. 18, join Des Moines Parks and Recreation for the
2021 Mayor’s Annual Ride and Run! This annual event supports our
trails. Mayor Frank Cownie will lead the ride. In addition to the ride,
Des Moines Parks and Recreation will offer a 4 - Mile Run and Family
Fun Walk to the day’s events. The 20 - mile bike route will start and
end at Principal Park (1 Line Drive) and will go lake to lake - Gray’s
Lake to Easter Lake.
Start Day Sept.18
Saturday, Sept. 18
Run starts at 8 a.m.
Program Times:
Ride starts at 10 a.m.
Registration Begins: 6/1/2021 Registration Ends: 9/17/2021
Cost: $35 per person (18+)
$5 per youth (5 - 17); no t-shirt included
Free for children 4 & under
For an additional $5 participants can enter in both the run and ride
Location: Start/Finish will be
Ages for Program:
Principal Park - Loop Gray’s
All ages
Lake to Easter Lake
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 35Bark Before Dark
Dog park permit holders are invited to the Bark Before Dark
Halloween Pawty! Each registered dog will receive a goodie bag
and the opportunity to run about the park with different Halloween
activities. All registered dogs will be entered in to the costume contest
to win a free 2022 Dog Park Permit.
Oct. 26: Reno Memorial Dog Park - 3325 Hubbell Ave.
Oct, 27: Ewing Dog Park - 4660 Indianola Ave.
Oct. 28: Riverwalk Dog Park - 1111 Illinois St.
Annual permit is required to be worn by dog handlers and visible
at all times inside the facility. You will be asked to show your permit
when you enter the dog park. All dog park rules apply for this event.
When you purchase or renew your animal license, you do have the
option to purchase a Dog Park Permit. To find out more, visit Animal
Licensing.
Costume contest categories include:
Best Large Dog Costume
Best Small Dog Costume
Best Owner/Dog Costume Combo
Best Trick for a Treat
The dog park will be open to dog park permit holders, but the
activities will be for those who register prior to event day. You may
register for multiple pawties, but a dog is only eligible to win the
costume contest once.
Start Day Oct. 26
Oct. 26: Reno Memorial Dog Park - 3325 Hubbell Ave.
Oct. 27: Ewing Dog Park - 4660 Indianola Ave.
Oct. 28: Riverwalk Dog Park - 1111 Illinois St.
Program Times: 4:30 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Registration Begins: 9/15/2021 Registration Ends: 10/25/2021
Cost: $5 per dog
Ages for Program: All ages - Location:
City of Des Moines dog park Area Dog Parks
permit holders listed in description above
36 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgJingle Bell Stroll
Come celebrate the season at the Jingle Bell Stroll! Walk along the
holiday-themed half-mile trail where you will end by snapping a
photo with Santa Claus. Snow will fall, holiday tunes will play, and
you can pick up a fun craft to put together at home.
A holiday prop will be between you and Santa Claus to maintain a
safe social distance when snapping a photo. Parents, relatives, or
guardians, be sure to bring your phone or a camera to capture the
holiday moment. Since you will not be able to chat with Santa Claus,
we invite you to bring a letter (with your address listed) and we’ll be
sure he reads before he departs for the North Pole.
This free family-friendly event is designed for children 13 and under.
Start Day Dec. 4
Program Times: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Registration Begins:11/1/2021 Registration Ends: 12/3/2021
Cost: Free
Ages for Program: Children Location:
13 and under with parents, Gray’s Lake Park -
relatives, or guardians Southeast Lawn
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 37Toys for Tots
Des Moines Parks and Recreation is partnering with the U.S. Marine
Corps this holiday season. Ensure that your children have a holiday
they’ll never forget by signing up for Toys for Tots!
If you would like to register your child(ren) - 14 and under - call one
of our community recreation centers during normal operating hours
to sign up to receive toys this holiday season. Please note you can
only sign up for one toy distribution site.
Locations:
Fourmile Community Recreation Center
Address: 3711 Easton Blvd.
Phone: 515-248-6315
Pioneer Columbus Community Recreation Center
Address: 2100 SE 5th St.
Phone: 515-248-6316
Sign Up/Registration Dates and Times:
Monday, Nov. 1 - Tuesday, Nov. 30
Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
Gift Pick Up:
Monday, Dec. 13 - Wednesday, Dec. 15
12 - 8 p.m.
At the location you signed up
Start Day Dec. 13
Dec. 13 - 15
Program Times: 12 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Registration Begins: 11/1/2021 Registration Ends: 11/20/2021
Cost: Free
Ages for Location: Fourmile and Pioneer
Program: Columbus Community
0 - 14 Years Recreation Centers
38 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgTrivia Night
Join Des Moines Parks and Recreation for Trivia Night (virtual)!
Assemble a team of your friends and put your knowledge to the test
with a mix of general knowledge questions. The event is hosted by
The Rook Room and will take place on Zoom. Teams are limited to
six or fewer participants, as a capacity for the event is limited to 100
people.
Platform: Zoom*
*Access instructions will be sent to registrants prior to the event.
How to Register/Participate: team captains will register their team
(each team member does not have to register). Please include the team
name and the number of participants. team captains will receive a
Zoom link to share with their team and a link to the documents they
will need to submit answers. Full instructions will be emailed to the
team captains the day prior to the event. Prior to attending Trivia
Night, be sure to have your team name ready, as all team members
will be asked to change their Zoom name to the team name .
Prizes: The overall winning team will be mailed Des Moines Parks and
Recreation prizes. Be sure the mailing address listed when registering
is accurate. Prizes may include season pool passes, 18-holes of golf
at municipal courses, Park Bucks, etc. Prizes vary each night.
May the most knowledgeable team win!
Start Day Jan. 13
Thursday, January 13
Thursday, February 10
Thursday, March 10
Program Times: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Registration Begins: 12/1/2021 Registration Ends: 1/11/2022
Cost: $20 per team
Ages for Program: 18 and up Location:
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 39Father Daughter Dance
Join us for the best party of the year - Father Daughter Dance
hosted by Des Moines Parks and Recreation! Parents, relatives,
guardians and/or role models are invited to bring their daughter(s)
to the Father Daughter Dance. This event provides an evening of
dancing, refreshments, photo opportunities, art projects and exhibits.
A carnation flower will be given to all daughters and a chocolate
fondue station with dipping options will be available for everyone
to enjoy.
Start Day Feb. 5
Program Times: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Registration Begins: 1/1/2022 Registration Ends: 2/4/2022
$10 per person
Ages for Program: Parents, Location:
relatives, guardians and/or role Science Center of Iowa -
models are welcome to attend 401 W Martin Luther
with their children. King Jr. Pkwy.
Mother Son Fun Night
Enjoy live animals from the Blank Park Zoo, compete on our inflatable
obstacle course, enjoy a live magician, make a special take home
project for mom with the Greater Des Moines Botanical Garden,
get your face painted, meet members of the Des Moines Police
Department, say hi to the K-9 unit dog, tour a fire truck with the
Des Moines Fire Department, test your sports skills and play laser
tag. This event provides an evening of Mother and Son bonding
experiences through interactive play. When you run out of fuel, grab
a small snack and a drink to get ready for more action!
Start Day March 5
Program Times: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Registration Begins: 1/1/2022 Registration Ends: 3/4/2022
$10 per person
Ages for Program: Parents, Location:
relatives, guardians and/or role Pioneer Columbus Community
models are welcome to attend Recreation Center -
with their children. 2100 SE 5th St.
40 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgVolunteer
Woodland Monument Restoration
In 1848, five local farmers donated 5.5 acres of land to create
Woodland Cemetery. Originally known as Fort Des Moines Cemetery,
the first burial in this historical cemetery happened in 1850 and the
City of Des Moines took ownership in 1857. In 1864, the City
added 36.5 acres and was expanded to 69 acres later. Designated
in 1986 as a local historic landmark, efforts are underway to protect
and preserve the memories and stories of the 50,000 buried within
this unique location.
Over the years, dirt, lichens, mold and mildew have taken a toll
on the stones and some that are porous (sandstone and limestone)
have broken them down. Maintenance of stones typically is the
responsibility of the owner but in this cemetery, many of the families
have moved away or are long since passed. A generous gift from
the community is allowing staff, contractors and volunteers to help
restore the stones and protect the memories and history within this
cemetery. The first phase of the project is lifting, straightening and
securing stones that have shifted over time. Following this, volunteers
and staff will work together in small groups to clean the stones.
If you would like to volunteer, please sign up at:
bit.ly/2021WoodlandMonument.
Start Day Sept. 9
Sept. 9 and 10
Sept. 16 and 17
Sept. 23 and 24
Morning: 8:45 a.m.- 12 p.m.
Program Times:
Afternoon: 12:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Registration Begins: 5/31/2021 Registration Ends: 9/24/2021
Cost: Free
Ages for Program: 18 and up Location: Woodland Cemetery
or 14 and up with parent 2019 Woodland Ave.
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 41Prairie Seed Harvest
Come enjoy the outdoors with a relaxing volunteer opportunity!
Volunteers will harvest prairie seed by hand, for use in future prairie
plantings and add diversity to established prairies. No experience
necessary - training will be provided on-site. Please wear long pants
and close-toed shoes. Please visit https://bit.ly/2021SeedHarvest
to sign up.
Start Day Sept. 11
Sept. 11 and Oct. 23
Program Times: 1 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Registration Begins: 6/1/2021 Registration Ends: 10/21/2021
Cost: Free
Ages for Program: All ages Location: Glendale Cemetery
National Bike and
Pedestrian Count (Bike Ped)
We need hundreds of volunteers to assist with counting and surveying
trail users. All supplies and training are provided. This is a great
volunteer event to sign up with a partner/friend and gives back to
our community together!
Volunteers can earn $10 as Bike Ped Bucks (good for admissions,
activities, memberships, facility/equipment rental, and more!) as a
thank you OR sign up for multiple shifts and receive a FREE Mayor’s
Annual Ride and Run registration for 2021 or 2022.
Visit: bit.ly/2021BikePed to volunteer.
Start Day Sept. 14
Sept.14, 15, and 18
Sept. 14 and 15 are p.m..
Program Times:
Sept. 18 is a.m. - p.m.
Registration Begins: 6/15/2021 Registration Ends: 9/13/2021
Cost: Free event
Ages for Program: 18 and up Location:
or 14-17 with a parent Many locations
42 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgMayor’s Annual Ride and Run
Volunteers are asked to check-in at Principal Park and a staff member
will orient you to your shift. We are looking for help checking in
participants, rest stop hosts, and run route helpers. After the ride
starts, staff may need your help tearing down the event site.
If you’d like to ride, you may get a late start, but the fun will still be
there. Please let us know and we will provide you a code to register
for FREE!
Visit: bit.ly/2021MARRVolunteer to volunteer.
Start Day Sept. 18
Check in 7:30a.m. - 10 a.m.;
Program Times: Rest stop 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.;
Run Route Help 7 a.m. - 10 a.m.
Registration Begins: 6/1/2021 Registration Ends: 9/17/2021
Cost: No cost for volunteers
Ages for Program: 18 and up Location: Principal Park
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 43Bark Before Dark Halloween Pawty
We will be looking for volunteers to help facilitate check-in, handing
out goodie bags, taking photos, and floating around the park.
A volunteer background check will be required for this event, you
can find it on the sign-up page.
Visit: bit.ly/2021BarkBeforeDarkVolunteer to volunteer.
Start Day Oct. 26
Oct. 26: Reno Memorial Dog Park - 3325 Hubbell Ave.
Oct. 27: Ewing Dog Park - 4660 Indianola Ave.
Oct. 28: Riverwalk Dog Park - 1111 Illinois St.
Program Times: 4 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Registration Begins: 8/1/2021 Registration Ends: 10/26/2021
Cost: No cost for volunteers
Location: Ewing Dog Park (4660
Indianola); Riverwalk Dog Park
Ages for Program: 18 and up
(1111 Illinois St); Reno Dog Park
(3325 Hubbell Ave)
Adopt-a-Block
Cemetery stewards “adopt” a block(s) to maintain at one of our
cemeteries from April to November on a flexible schedule that works
best for you. Cemetery Steward duties include: picking up small
branches, cutting back dead flowers, picking up litter, maintaining
headstones and reporting damage.
For more information, please contact parksvolunteer@dmgov.org.
Start Day April 1
Program Times: Anytime during cemetery hours
Registration Begins: 1/1/2021 Registration Ends: 11/1/2021
Cost: No cost for volunteers
Ages for Program: 18 and up Location: Glendale, Woodland
Or 14-17 with a guardian. and Laurel Hill Cemeteries
44 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.orgAnnual Report Cover Photo Contest
Do you have a great photo of Riverview Park, Carl Voss
Trail, Clare and Miles Mills Rose Gardne or other location?
It could be the cover photo for our 2021 Report to the
Community! From Sept. 7 through Oct. 5, participants can
submit their favorite photos of any Des Moines park, trail
or other amenity on our Facebook page (facebook.com/
desmoinesparks). Vote for those photos selected as finalists
from Oct. 12 to Oct. 19.
(Does not include Water Works or Easter Lake Park)
For questions about our programs or shelter rentals, call 515-237-1386 | 4546 | Register online and find program/event information at dmparks.org
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PARKS AND RECREATION
1551 E. Martin Luther King Jr. Parkway
Des Moines, Iowa 50317
515-237-1386
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