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SUMMER
RECREATION GUIDE
PROGRAMS • CLASSES • ACTIVITIES • EVENTS • PARKS • OPEN SPACES • FACILITIES    2021    PArks, Recreation & Forestry Department
PArks, Recreation & Forestry Department - Watertown, SD
Watertown Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department
                                                                                                            Fieldhouse 1900 West Kemp, PO Box 910, Watertown, South Dakota 57201-0910
DIRECTORY
                                                                                                                                 Phone: 882-6260 | Fax: 882-5204
                                                                                                    www.watertownparkandrec.com | www.watertownsd.us | www.facebook.com/WatertownParkandRec
                                                                                                                                  Watertown Parks, Recreation & Forestry Board
                                                                                                                              Pat Shriver, President | Bruce Buhler, City Council
                                                                                                             Justin Struckman • Melissa Terronez • Bill McElhany • Scott Johnston • Lee Rycraft

                                                                                                                                                Telephone Directory
                                                                                                 Fieldhouse (Park & Rec. Main Office)                1900 West Kemp             882-6260 | Fax: 882-5204
                                                                                                 Prairie Lakes Wellness Center                       1515 15th St. NE           882-6250
                                                                                                 Park Maintenance Shop                               Highway 20 & 10th Avenue   882-6258
                                                                                                 Cattail Crossing Golf Course                        351 South Lake Drive       882-6262
                                                                                                 Stokes-Thomas Lake City Park & Campground           90 South Lake Drive        882-6264
                                                                                                 Bramble Park Zoo                                    Highway 20 & 6th Ave. NW   882-6269
                                                                                                 Mount Hope Cemetery                                 1333 11th St. NE           882-6208
                                                                                                 Ice Arena                                           112 21st St. SW            882-6266

                                                                                                                                                    Staff Listings
                                                                                                 Director                                            Terry Kelly                tkelly@watertownsd.us
                                                                                                 Recreation Programs Manager                         Jeremy Herrboldt           jherrboldt@watertownsd.us
                                                                                                 Recreation Programs Coordinator                     Jodi Hemiller              jhemiller@watertownsd.us
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                                                                                                 Recreation Programs Coordinator                     Dave Greenman              dgreenman@watertownsd.us
                                                                                                 Recreation Programs Coordinator                     Josh Maag                  jmaag@watertownsd.us
                                                                                                 Recreation Programs Specialist                      Andrew Magedanz            amagedanz@watertownsd.us
                                                                                                 Maintenance Manager                                 Matt Brandsrud             mbrandsrud@watertownsd.us
                                                                                                 Maintenance Supervisor                              Tony Struwe                tstruwe@watertownsd.us
                                                                                                 Maintenance Supervisor                              Doug Taken                 dtaken@watertownsd.us
                                                                                                 Cemetery Crew Leader                                Tom Weeks                  tweeks@watertownsd.us
                                                                                                 Zoo Superintendent                                  Dan Miller                 dmiller@brambleparkzoo.com
                                                                                                 Golf Course Superintendent                          Todd Walker                twalker@cattailcrossinggc.com
                                                                                                 Clubhouse PGA Professional                          Levi Pearson               lpearson@cattailcrossinggc.com

                                                                                                                                                Association Directory
                                                                                                 Archery Club                                        Skip Meisenheimer          886-9537
                                                                                                 Boys & Girls Club                                   Liz Christianson           886-6666
                                                                                                 Elite Alliance Volleyball Club                      Cam Corey                  elitealliancevolleyball@gmail.com
                                                                                                 Lake Area Zoological Society                        Dan Miller                 882-6269
                                                                                                 Lake City Slow Pitch Softball​                      Nancy Conlon               882-4331
                                                                                                 Municipal Band                                      Doug Herr                  881-1529
                                                                                                 Watertown Area Swim Club                            Donna Bierschbach          886-0999
                                                                                                 Watertown Baseball Association                      Rich Remmers               881-2809
                                                                                                 Watertown Junior Olympic Fast Pitch Softball        Gary Young                 886-3347
                                                                                                 Watertown Junior Olympic Slow Pitch Softball        David Ebbers               886-8786
                                                                                                 Watertown Tennis Association                        Jeff Moffat                868-2947
                                                                                                 Watertown Youth Fastpitch Association               Ryan VanGilder             880-0992
                                                                                                 Watertown Youth Soccer Association                  Michelle Czerwan           818-9972
                                                                                                 Watertown Youth Hockey Association                  Lucas Deutsch              881-5252

             2                                                                                   Watertown Lacrosse Association                      Eric Skott                 868-4036
PArks, Recreation & Forestry Department - Watertown, SD
SUMMER 2021 PROGRAMS

                                                                                                                                                                                                    TABLE OF CONTENTS
Staff/Association Directory...................................................2                    youth activities.......................................................................22
Telephone Directory                                                                                Prince and Princess Ball
Staff Listings                                                                                     Art/Physical Activities
Association Directory
                                                                                                   Arts and Crafts.................................................................23-24
General Services................................................................... 4-5            Youth Pottery............................................................. 23-24
Registration Procedures....................................................4                       Band................................................................................24
Scholarship Opportunities.................................................4                        Summer Art Club.............................................................24
Parks and Recreation Code of Conduct............................5
                                                                                                   Special Events....................................................................25-26
Facilities................................................................................. 5-8    Races/Runs.....................................................................25
Parks/Shelters/Sporting Fields...................................... 5-8                           Concerts/Family Fest......................................................25
Shooting Complex.............................................................7                     Hydrant Parties................................................................26

aquatics................................................................................ 8-13      group fitness...........................................................................26
Prairie Lakes Wellness Center.................................... 8-10                             Boot Camps/Personal Training
Watertown Family Aquatic Center..............................11-13
                                                                                                   Adult Programs.......................................................................27
Golf......................................................................................14-15    Leagues/Tournaments
Golfing Fees....................................................................14
Golf Programs........................................................... 14-15                     senior activities................................................................28-29
Junior Golf Camps...........................................................15                     Leagues/Tournaments/Games/Clubs/Classes

baseball/softball...........................................................16-17                  Library................................................................................29-31

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Divisions..........................................................................16              Childrens Entertainment............................................ 29-30
Fastpitch.................................................................... 16-17                Teen/Adult Programs.......................................................31
Slowpitch.........................................................................17
                                                                                                   Museum......................................................................................32
tennis........................................................................................18   Weekly Programs
Lessons/League
                                                                                                   town players...........................................................................32
Sports and games..............................................................19-21                Moana/Disney’s High School Jr. musical
Volleyball.........................................................................19
Pickleball.........................................................................19              Bramble Park Zoo..............................................................33-38
Football............................................................................19             Camps/Classes......................................................... 34-36
Track and Field................................................................20                  Roots & Shoots...............................................................38
Youth Archery..................................................................20                  Birthday/Rentals..............................................................39
Basketball........................................................................20
Outdoor Recreation.........................................................21                      city parks map.........................................................................39

                                                     EMPLOYMENT
Come join the Park and Rec. team this summer!
                    WE ARE LOOKING FOR:
                  Lifeguards | Pool Attendants
                   Concession Stand Workers
                 Baseball and Softball Instructors
                       and other positions
     Flexible hours and competitive wages.
Apply by picking up an application at the Fieldhouse
         located at 1900 W. Kemp Avenue.
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REGISTRATION PROCEDURES
                                                                                                                                                                                  Scholarship Opportunities!!
GENERAL SERVICES

                                                                                                   Golf Lessons/League
                                                                                                   Registration will be at Cattail Crossing Golf Course only.                     If you are having financial hardships, which are
                                                                                                                No online registrations available.                                preventing you from signing up for any of our activities,
                                                                                                                                                                                  please contact the Watertown Parks and Recreation
                                                                                                   Summer Recreation                                                              office at 882-6260 to learn how we can help.
                                                                                                   All programs must be registered 100% online.
                                                                                                   If you are having difficulties registering online:
                                                                                                    You may come to the Fieldhouse Monday-Friday between
                                                                                                               8:00am-5:00pm beginning April 12.
                                                                                                    Registrations that are needed to be done by Park & Rec.
                                                                                                      office staff will be charged a 5% administrative fee.

                                                                                                              summer programs (online only)
                                                                                                       To register for our summer programs online visit our
                                                                                                            website at: www.watertownparkandrec.com
                                                                                                     Online registration will begin Monday, April 12 at
                                                                                                   		8:00am.
                                                                                                     There will be no walk-in registration dates for
                                                                                                   		Summer Programs.
                                                                                                                                                                                         MOSQUITO CONTROL
                                                                                                     All programs will need to be registered for online.                        The Park and Recreation Department, along with the City
                                                                                                     No registrations will be accepted before April 12.                         of Watertown, SDSU Cooperative Extension and the South
                                                                                                     No registration will be accepted early or by telephone.                    Dakota Department of Health, want to help you reduce the
                                                                                                                                                                                mosquito numbers in your neighborhood. When using DEET
                                                                                                     All fees are to be paid at the time of registration.
                                                                                                                                                                                here are some helpful reminders.
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                                                                                                     All registrations are based on current age or grade
                                                                                                   		     entering in fall of 2021.                                                           Do not allow children to apply.
                                                                                                     Please mark dates and times of programs as no
                                                                                                                                                                                          Apply to exposed skin and clothing.
                                                                                                   		     additional notification is given.
                                                                                                     Simply follow on-screen instructions at online                                      Do not spray near face or inhale mist.
                                                                                                   		registration site.                                                                              Protect Yourself!
                                                                                                     All online payments must be paid with major credit or
                                                                                                   		debit card.                                                                Consider these breeding areas for mosquitoes and do your
                                                                                                     Online registrants are charged an additional 5%                            best to keep water fresh. If not using these areas, drain
                                                                                                   		convenience fee.                                                           the water: pet dishes, buckets, bird baths, wading pools,
                                                                                                                                                                                wagons, wheelbarrows, tires, pots/planters, plugged rain
                                                                                                     If program is not listed online, it is not available for
                                                                                                                                                                                gutters, leaky faucets, pickup boxes and culverts.
                                                                                                   		     online registration. Registration can then be done
                                                                                                   		     at the Fieldhouse.

                                                                                                                 GENERAL SERVICES
                                                                                                                                                                                      Program Cancellations & Postponements
                                                                                                                                                                              Cancellations will be announced on our Facebook page.
                                                                                                                          Equal Opportunity                                   Watertown Park and Rec. announcements
                                                                                                   Equal opportunity to participate in and benefit from programs              Facebook.com/watertownparkandrec
                                                                                                   and facilities of the Watertown Parks, Recreation & Forestry               Watertown Family Aquatic Center announcements
                                                                                                   Department is available to all individuals without regard to their         Facebook.com/WatertownFAC
                                                                                                   race, color, national origin, sex, age or handicap. Complaints of          Prairie Lakes Wellness Center announcements
                                                                                                   discrimination should be sent to the Watertown Parks, Recreation           Facebook.com/prairielakeswellnesscenter/
                                                                                                   & Forestry Department, PO Box 910, Watertown, SD 57201-0910.
                                                                                                                                                                                                persons with disabilities
                                                                                                                              Refund Policy                                   The City of Watertown does not discriminate on the basis of
                                                                                                   It is the policy of the Watertown Park & Recreation Department             disability in the admission or access to, treatment, or employment
                                                                                                   to refund 100% of program fees up to two weeks prior to the start          in its programs or activities. The Watertown Parks, Recreation
                                                                                                   of an activity. Refund requests made after that two week period            & Forestry Department will attempt to make alternative
                                                                                                   are refundable at 50% of program cost. After program starts, no            accommodations for persons with disabilities to allow access to
                                                                                                   refunds will be given except for injury or illness. The director of this   programs and facilities. Call 882-6260, 24 hours in advance of
                      4                                                                            department has the right to alter policy based on circumstance.            need or for more information.
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GENERAL INFORMATION

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                               PARKS, RECREATION & FORESTRY DEPARTMENT
                                           CODE OF CONDUCT
                                                         Effective July 10, 2015
The Watertown Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department strives to create an atmosphere of respect and courtesy at all of its facilities.
Appropriate social behavior and treatment is expected of all department employees, patrons and participants. Physical, mental, verbal
or emotional abuse will not be allowed by anyone at any time at department facilities.
This Code of Conduct outlines acceptable/unacceptable behavior. Department employees and Board members are authorized to enforce
this Code of Conduct.
Any person engaging in inappropriate conduct may be subject to immediate removal for a period of time deemed appropriate, which
may include a permanent ban from department programs and facilities.
The following activities are prohibited at Watertown Parks, Recreation & Forestry facilities and parks:
   A. Harassment or intimidation using words, gestures, body language or menacing behavior, including activities conducted through
			 social media. (Follow the good letter rules: Keep it clean. Keep it short. Don’t threaten or abuse. Turn off caps lock. Be
			 truthful. Be respectful. Be proactive. Share your thoughts with us.)
   B. Physical contact with another individual or staff member in an angry, violent or threatening manner
   C. Any demonstration of sexual activity or sexual suggestiveness
   D. Carry or concealing weapons or devices that may be used as a weapon
   E. Use or possession of illegal drugs or alcohol on Park, Recreation & Forestry property where such use or possession is not
			 allowed
   F. Abuse of department equipment, supplies and property
   G. Theft
   H. Loitering
   I. The use of tobacco products on City-owned playgrounds and facilities at any time youth activities are occurring

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   J. Continuous poor sportsmanship or overaggressive competitiveness from players or spectators
   K. Any other behavior deemed unacceptable by those in charge of the facility or activity
Persons committing any conduct violation may receive a verbal warning, written warning, or may be immediately removed from the
facility. In addition to these examples of possible discipline, individuals may be forbidden to enter upon department facilities for a period
of time, may have any membership suspended for a period of time or may have any membership or prepaid pass revoked with or
without refund.
Thank you for your cooperation and for ensuring all Watertown Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department parks and facilities remain a
safe and enjoyable place to recreate.

                                                                                                          FACILITIES
   For rental opportunities or for more information on any of these facilities please call our office at 882-6260.

                Rental facilities & Equipment                                            Picnic shelter Reservations
  Auditorium, meeting 		                Premier Softball Complex        The Watertown Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department will
		     rooms, gym, etc.                 Koch Softball Complex           take reservations for those who would like to be guaranteed
  Family Aquatic Center                 Foundation Fields               the shelter. Available locations are Bramble, McKinley and City
  Indoor Ice Arena/                     Trolley                         Park. The cost is $25.00 per time block (11:00am-5:00pm or
		Expo Center                           Derby Downs                     5:00-10:00pm). Register at the Parks, Recreation & Forestry
  Fieldhouse                            Community Garden Sites          Office, 1900 W. Kemp. Advance payment is required to guarantee
  Picnic Shelters                       Lion’s Park Shelter             the shelter.
  Watertown Showmobile
  Prairie Lakes Wellness Center (Active Heating Sports Zone)
                                                                                              Watertown Trolley
                                                                        Give us a call to book your events transportation using the historic
		 Call 882-6260. For pool rentals at the
                                                                        trolley. Whether a sight-seeing tour, reunion, birthday, wedding
		 Prairie Lakes Wellness Center call 882-6250.
                                                                        or anything you need mass transit for, it’s always more fun and
                                                                        memorable on the trolley! Here are some key things to consider
                           skate park                                   when inquiring about renting it:
The Park & Rec. Department operates and maintains one of the                  No alcohol or smoking is allowed on trolley
newest skate parks in the region located at 314 21st St. SW. The              It is available based on driver availability
purpose of this facility is for the enjoyment of skateboarding, in-           You must be 21 years of age to rent the trolley
line skating, scooters and BMX bikes. The facility is available for           Estimated costs to rent the charter is $40.00/hour plus
all ages and skill abilities.                                                 $.55/mile.                                                                        5
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FACILITIES

                                                                                                        Stokes-Thomas LAke City Park & Campground                                                 fishing areas
                                                                                                 Stokes-Thomas Lake City Park & Campground is an excellent               The Park & Recreation Department, in cooperation with the
                                                                                                 recreational facility with 2 modern comfort stations. The park          Game, Fish & Parks Department, has stocked fishing areas. The
                                                                                                 is supervised by a full-time park manager, a camp host, and             dedicated areas are:
                                                                                                 seasonal staff. The facility has 3 playground areas, a large picnic     Kiddie Pond: Located within the Disc Golf Course, just off
                                                                                                 area with 2 picnic shelters, bike/ jogging trail, non-supervised            10th Ave. NW. This area also has a fishing pier available.
                                                                                                 swimming and large beach area. The campground has a tornado             Lions Park: Located along 3rd Avenue NW, located North and
                                                                                                 shelter, courtesy dock and the park has boat launching facilities           East of the Big Sioux River. Fishing pier available.
                                                                                                 and an extremely large parking area.                                    Jackson Park Pier: Located on S. Lake Drive on Lake Kampeska.
                                                                                                      Beginning in 2021 Stokes-Thomas Lake City Park and                 McLaughlin Nature Area: Located on 4th Ave. SW & SD Hwy. 20.
                                                                                                 Campground is going to an online reservation system for all                 Fishing pier available.
                                                                                                 camping pads. Also new for 2021 is two camping cabins will be
                                                                                                 added to our campground for your enjoyment. All reservations                                      Derby Downs
                                                                                                 may be booked out 90 days prior to your first night of camping          Derby Downs is a facility located at the junction of 32nd St. W. and
                                                                                                 with a maximum of 14 consecutive days. All of us at Stokes-             Golf Course Road (County Road 12) in northwest Watertown that
                                                                                                 Thomas Lake City Park are proud of our campground and would             provides community members the access to rent a clubhouse that
                                                                                                 be happy to have you as our guest. Our hope is that you have            features meeting rooms, kitchen facilities and restrooms. It also
                                                                                                 an enjoyable camping experience. Please see our website www.            features a rodeo arena that may be rented for various purposes.
                                                                                                 watertownparkandrec.com and look for the campground logo for                 Reservations can be made by calling our main office at
                                                                                                 additional information regarding campground reservations, rules,        		605-882-6260.
                                                                                                 rates and other policies.                                                    Reservations can only be made for the fiscal year in which
                                                                                                      Campground Open: May-September 30                                  		       you are calling.
                                                                                                      October: Limited Services Available                                     The fee to reserve the Clubhouse is $75.00 per day and
                                                                                                      14 day stay limit                                                  		       requires a $50.00 damage/security deposit.
                                                                                                      Each campsite has 30-50 amp electricity & water                         The fee to reserve the Arena is $150.00 per day and requires
                                                                                                      Six premium pull through campsites                                 		       a $50.00 damage/security deposit.
                                                                                                          (water, electricity & Sewer)                                        No reservations will be allowed in the months of
                                                                                                      Dump station available                                             		December-May 1.
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                                                                                                      Park & campground closes at 11:00 p.m. daily
                                                                                                      Call 605-882-6264 for more information
                                                                                                      Fees: To see our fee structure, visit our website
                                                                                                          www.watertownparkandrec.com
                                                                                                                                                                         The Prairie Lakes Wellness Center is the state of the art fitness
                                                                                                                        forestry division                                and recreation facility in Watertown. We are very proud of this
                                                                                                    The Forestry Division is responsible for approximately 25,000        facility that sets us apart from other communities. We offer a
                                                                                                 public trees located along the boulevards, parks and other              variety of memberships to fit everyone.
                                                                                                 property owned by the city. The major role of the division is to        The Prairie Lakes Wellness Center offers these amenities:
                                                                                                 eliminate dangerous conditions and control the spread of disease.
                                                                                                                                                                               Competitive Pool: Comprised of eight, 25 yard lap lanes
                                                                                                 Early identification is essential. The first symptom of Dutch Elm
                                                                                                 Disease is yellowing of the leaves on the outer crown. If you see             Leisure Pool: Zero entry to 3.5 feet
                                                                                                 this or have a dangerous condition, call 882-6260.                            Whirlpool
                                                                                                    Homeowners are required by city ordinance to contact the City              Men’s and Women’s Locker Rooms
                                                                                                 Forestry Division if they plan to remove or plant boulevard trees. If         Family Locker Rooms
                                                                                                 approved, removal will be performed by city employees. Planting
                                                                                                                                                                               Cardio Area: Over 35 cardio machines
                                                                                                 will be approved by city forestry staff as to proper distance and
                                                                                                 variety. Trees cannot be planted on boulevards six feet wide or               Free Weight Area: 3,000 square feet of weight equipment
                                                                                                 less.​                                                                        Cybex Weight Machines: 21 machines
                                                                                                    The Forestry Department sells and plants boulevard trees,                  Two Upper Level Cardio Areas
                                                                                                 limited number available each season. This service is provided for            Acceleration Room
                                                                                                 $50.00/tree. Call 882-6260 to register or be put on the waiting list.
                                                                                                    Sidewalk Overhead Limbs – As per Ordinance 11.0713 &                       Track: 8 laps=1 mile
                                                                                                 11.0715, it is the responsibility of the owner or occupant of any lot         Group Fitness Rooms: Three rooms with numerous classes
                                                                                                 or lots in this city to keep all overhanging limbs of trees trimmed     		each day
                                                                                                 up seven feet above sidewalk level.                                           Active Heating Sports Zone: Four regulation size basketball
                                                                                                                                                                         		 courts for programs, leagues, tournaments and
                                                                                                                   Premier Softball Complex                              		         member use when available.
                                                                                                 Premier Softball Complex is a state-of-the-art five field complex             Member/Auxiliary Gym: Open for members and guests
                                                                                                 with concessions, restrooms, and picnic shelters and will host          		         most of the time
                                                                                                 Lake City Slow Pitch Softball along with weekend tournaments.                          For more information please call the
                                                                                                 Premier Softball Complex is located at 1512 17 St. SE.                               Prairie Lakes Wellness Center at 882-6250
                                                                                                                      Anza Soccer Complex
                                                                                                 Anza Soccer Complex is an 18 acre facility with two full size lighted
                                                                                                 fields that host league play for the Watertown Soccer Association.
             6                                                                                   Anza Soccer Complex is located at 1620 17 St. SE.
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                                                 Watertown area shooting complex
Located at the JCT of 17th St. SE and 20th Ave. SE.                      Hours of Operation:
This range is open to the public and free to use.                           May–September: 8am-8pm
It consists of the following bays:
     (2) 25 yard Pistol bays featuring 4 lanes each                      Notices:
     (2) 50 yard lanes                                                   Visit www.facebook.com/watertownparksandrec for any
     (2) 100 yard bays featuring 10 lanes each                                notice of range closure due to inclement weather or special
     (1) 200 yard bay featuring 5 lanes with steel targets                    events happening on the range.
     (1) 300 yard bay featuring 5 lanes with steel targets               For private events or general information, please contact
Restroom facility on site                                                     Watertown Parks and Recreation Department at
ADA accessible                                                                605-882-6260.

                                                        General Range Rules
Types of firearms permitted at the outdoor shooting range;               Let others know when going “HOT.” All firearms must remain
  center-fire and rim-fire rifles, center-fire and rim-fire handguns,       unloaded with actions open except on firing line.
  muzzle loaders, air rifles and air pistols (NO SHOTGUNS                Absolutely no night/dark shooting activity will occur from
  ALLOWED UNLESS BUCKSHOT IS USED).                                        dusk to daylight.
Center-fire rifles and pistols that are 50 caliber or larger, fully      Alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs are not allowed on the
  automatic weapons, and all armor piercing, explosive, tracer or           shooting complex at any time!
  incendiary rounds are PROHIBITED.
                                                                         All wildlife and domestic animals are prohibited on the range
Range users under 18 years of age must be accompanied and                   facilities. The shooting or harassment of any animal is strictly
  individually supervised by a parent or guardian at all times. The         PROHIBITED.
  parent or guardian is responsible for the actions of a young
  person under their supervision while at the outdoor shooting           No overnight camping or campfires are allowed.
  complex.

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                                                                         No shooting in the parking lot or non-designated areas.
Targets such as         explosive    or   incendiary    targets   are    All federal, state, and local firearms laws must be obeyed.
   PROHIBITED.
                                                                         All shooters are responsible for their guns and ammunition while
Ground level targets are not authorized, shoot only at paper                 on the property.
  targets on provided backstops!
                                                                         Shooters will conduct themselves in a orderly manner at all times.
Remove targets from backstops when done shooting.
                                                                         Pick up your trash-leave the range better than how you found it.
Metal “GONG” style targets, except as provided                      in
  established berms, are prohibited on public use days.                  Those acting in an unsafe manner, shooting irresponsibly or
                                                                           violating any of the rules will be removed from the facility!
Clay target shooting is PROHIBITED.
                                                                          THIS PUBLIC RANGE IS MONITORED AND MAINTAINED BY
Muzzles pointed down range at all times.                                               THE CITY OF WATERTOWN
                                                                               AND THE WATERTOWN POLICE DEPARTMENT.

               nelson park pickleball courts                                                      Foley Shelter
Three pickleball courts are available to play at Nelson Park located     Foley Shelter is a facility located at 605 3rd Ave. NW which
at S. Broadway & 5th Ave. SW. The courts are available on a first-       provides community members the access to rent a shelter that
come, first-serve basis and we ask that everyone be courteous to         features an enclosed area with tables and chairs. This shelter
each other and try to keep the courts clean.                             will seat 70 people comfortably. Bathroom access is conveniently
                                                                         located inside and outside of the shelter.
                     Mount hope cemetery                                       Reservations can be made by calling our main office at
Municipal cemetery, located on 11th St. E. and 14th Ave. N., under       		 605-882-6260.
the direction of Parks & Recreation. Purchase of lots available                Reservations can only be made for the fiscal year in which
by contacting the cemetery manager, Tom Weeks at 882-6208.               		         you are calling.
Mount Hope Cemetery provides a dignified and well maintained                   The fee to reserve the facility is $50.00 per time frame
setting for interments, assists the general public with lot locations,   		         (11am-5pm or 5-10pm) with a $50.00 damage
deed transactions, cemetery lot sales and keeps the cemetery             		         security deposit.
records current.                                                               Weather pending, the last day the shelter will be rented out
     Gate is open April 1-October 31 from 7:00am-10:00pm.                		         will be October 15 and re-open May 1.
     Cemetery is closed daily from 11:00pm-5:00am.
                                                                                                 city auditorium
                          koch complex                                   Located at 125 S. Broadway, the “Aud” continues to be a facility
Koch Complex is a seven field lighted complex which hosts league         for the indoor programs. Utilized year round for sport league play,
play for Junior Olympic Slow Pitch Softball and Junior Olympic           art programs and community rentals it will continue to play a vital
Fast Pitch Programs along with weekend tournaments. Koch                 role in our programming opportunities. For rental information,
Complex is located on 112 21st St. SW behind the Ice Arena.              practices or community events contact our main office.                                7
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FACILITIES

                                                                                                                              disc golf courses                                                                     Fieldhouse
                                                                                                 Jackson Crossing Disc Golf Course                                                       The Fieldhouse which is located at 1900 W. Kemp Ave. is
                                                                                                 The Jackson Crossing Disc Golf                                                          home to the Parks, Recreation and Forestry’s Main Office.
                                                                                                 Course has 9 challenging holes located                                                  The administrative stafff in the Fieldhouse consists of the
                                                                                                 alongside beautiful Lake Kampeska at                                                    Director, Office Manager, Secretary and all Recreation Staff.
                                                                                                 Jackson Park 250 South Lake Drive                                                           In addition to the main office, the Fieldhouse boasts 7,000
                                                                                                 right across from Cattail Crossing Golf                                                 square feet of artificial turf with drop down batting cages, elevated
                                                                                                 Course. Jackson Crossing is one of                                                      pitching mounds, hitting stations and open field for practices and
                                                                                                 the top courses in the area and we invite everyone out to play a                        various other indoor sporting purposes. It also houses indoor
                                                                                                 round and try to tackle the signature hole #9, the toughest hole in                     soccer programs in addition to the WYSA’s office. The Fieldhouse
                                                                                                 northeast South Dakota.                                                                 also includes a large conference room and training room available
                                                                                                                                                                                         to rent to the community. For rental information on community
                                                                                                 Slumberland Disc Golf Course                                                            rooms or turf time contact our office.
                                                                                                 The Watertown Slumberland Disc
                                                                                                 ​
                                                                                                 Golf Course is open year round and is free to play. This 18 hole                                    watertown senior activities center
                                                                                                 course consists of an intermediate 9 holes and an advanced 9                            The Watertown Senior Activities Center is located at 301 E. Kemp
                                                                                                 holes. The course is located off 10th Avenue N., next to the Kiddie                     Ave. The Senior Activities Center is a non-profit organization with
                                                                                                 Pond.                                                                                   direct support from the Watertown Parks & Recreation for a large
                                                                                                                                                                                         number of activities that take place there. For more information on
                                                                                                                                    dog park                                             the activities and membership opportunities turn to the Watertown
                                                                                                 The Dog Park located on 10th Ave. N. and 7th St. E. (next to the                        Senior Activities Center section of the brochure.
                                                                                                 community gardens) is open and free to enjoy from dawn to dusk
                                                                                                 7 days a week. The completely fenced off area is broken into two                                               foundation fields
                                                                                                 sections: one for smaller dogs and the second for larger sporting                       Foundation Fields is a four field complex which hosts league play
                                                                                                 dogs. The entrance is off the parking lot on the north side of the                      for Junior League and VFW Baseball which is under the direction
                                                                                                 community gardens. Not only will your dog enjoy the freedom of                          of the Watertown Baseball Association. Watertown Park & Rec.
                                                                                                 running around and playing but you will be able to challenge your                       Bantams games are also played at this site. Foundation Fields are
                                                                                                 dog with the dog agility equipment that is at the park.                                 located at 1800 3rd Ave. NW.
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                                                                                                                  PRAIRIE LAKES WELLNESS CENTER
                                                                                                 We proudly offer five                                                                   Facility Rules
                                                                                                 gymnasiums, 200 meter                                                                   1. All patrons must enter through the main front entrance and
                                                                                                 walking/running       track,                                                                  check in.
                                                                                                 men’s and women’s locker                                                                2. Non-members must purchase a day pass to use any part of
                                                                                                 rooms with a sauna and                                                                        the facility.
                                                                                                 steam room in each,                                                                     3. Children 3rd grade and under must have a parent or
                                                                                                 family locker room, large                                                                     responsible guardian (16 or older) with them at all times, or
                                                                                                 whirlpool, three glass-back                                                                   be checked into child care service.
                                                                                                 racquetball courts, leisure pool with play apparatus and slide,                         4. Members must be in the 8th grade or older to lift weights,
                                                                                                 25 yard eight lane competitive pool, free weight room, Cybex                                  use cardio or weight machines, or be on the track without
                                                                                                 weight machines, treadmills, elipticals, stepmill, rowing machines,                           adult supervision.
                                                                                                 exercise bikes, two aerobic studios, yoga studio with infrared heat                     5. Clean athletic shoes and proper workout attire must be worn.
                                                                                                 for hot yoga, community rooms for rentals and parties, drop-in                          6. Always wipe down and replace equipment after use.
                                                                                                 child care services, and lounge with gas fireplace.                                     7. Be courteous to others and refrain from using profanity.
                                                                                                 Hours                                                                                   8. One shower towel and one sweat towel will be provided per
                                                                                                    Monday–Friday......................................................5am-10pm                member at check-in. Please place used towels in the laundry
                                                                                                    Saturday...................................................................7am-8pm         receptacles as you exit.
                                                                                                    Sunday...................................................................10am-7pm    9. Please adhere to all other rules as posted throughout the
                                                                                                    Saturdays and Sundays between Memorial Day & Labor Day                                     facility.
                                                                                                 		     we close at 6pm                                                                  Credit Policy
                                                                                                 Holiday Closings                                                                        (Swimming lessons, bootcamp, acceleration programs, etc.)
                                                                                                     Easter, 4th of July and Christmas Day                                                   To receive a full refund (refund check or credit to your
                                                                                                                                                                                         		 account), you must cancel one week prior to the first
                                                                                                 Locker Rental                                                                           		class.
                                                                                                 Lockers are available on a daily basis at no charge. You must                               From six days prior to the day of the first class, a 50% refund
                                                                                                 remove your personal lock and your belongings when you leave                            		 (refund check or credit to your account) will be given.
                                                                                                 the facility. You may also rent a locker annually for $60, which                            After the first class, 50% refund (credit to your account) will
                                                                                                 includes tax. This fee will be billed each January via invoice or                       		 be given. No checks will be issued.
                                                                                                 ACH debit, and pro-rated based on when you set up locker rental                             After the second class, no refund will be given.
                    8                                                                            during the year.
PArks, Recreation & Forestry Department - Watertown, SD
Prairie Lakes WEllness Center

                                                                                                                                                                                             FACILITIES
Basic Fitness Membership                                                                   Fitness Plus Membership
                   Annual        Monthly                         Monthly                   Daily                               Monthly                           Monthly
Adult            $563.75         $107.00 (1st Month)             $42.50 Monthly            Adult              $775.75          $123.00 (1st Month)               $58.50 Monthly
Couple           $629.75         ​$112.50 (1st Month)            $48.00 Monthly            Couple             $821.75          ​$128.50 (1st Month)              $64.00 Monthly
Family           $689.75          ​$117.50 (1st Month)           $53.00 Monthly            Family             $881.75           ​$133.50 (1st Month)             $69.00 Monthly
60+ Single       $449.75           $97.50 (1st Month)            $33.00 Monthly            60+ Single         $641.75            $113.50 (1st Month)             $49.00 Monthly
60+ Couple       $551.75           $106.00 (1st Month)           $41.50 Monthly            60+ Couple         $743.75            $122.00 (1st Month)             $57.50 Monthly
Basic Fitness Memberships include use of the full facility, including                      Fitness Plus Memberships include unlimited Land Aerobics,
the machines, free weights, pool, walking track, gymnasium,                                Water Aerobics, Yoga, Cycling, and Circuit Classes, in addition
racquetball, locker rooms, and towel service.                                              to everything offered in the Basic Membership. All taxes and fees
                                                                                           are included. A couple is defined as any (2) people who live at the
Annual Student Membership
                                                                                           same physical address. Family is defined as up to (2) adults who
1-7 Grade ..................................................$100.00 (includes tax)
                                                                                           live at the same physical address and their dependent children.
8-12 Grade ................................................$160.00 (includes tax)
                                                                                           Dependent children are children 18 and under, or 22 and under if
     Student memberships run for one year from date of purchase.
                                                                                           they are a full time student.
Students must be in 8th grade or older to lift weights, run on the
track, or use cardio equipment. Students high school age and                               Day Pass Rates
younger must have adult supervision to use the whirlpool, sauna,                           Ages 3-7 Grade.....................................................................$6.00
or steam room.                                                                             8-12 Grade............................................................................$8.00
                                                                                           Adult....................................................................................$10.00
Short Term Memberships                                                                     Family..................................................................................$25.00
College 1 Month*................................................................$50.00         Day pass includes use of the facility, towel service and
College 3 Month*..............................................................$100.00      classes. Children two and under are free. All non-members,
Adult 1 Month.....................................................................$70.00   guests, and family from out of town who want to use the facility
Couple 1 Month..................................................................$80.00     must purchase a day pass. We do not offer separate rates for only
Family 1 Month...................................................................$90.00    using the walking track or the pool. Tax included.
     Short term memberships are Basic Fitness Memberships.
You may add the Fitness Plus options for an additional $20.00 per                          Child Care Service

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month. Tax included. *Must show valid college ID.                                          The Prairie Lakes Wellness Center Kids Corner offers drop-in
                                                                                           child care services for members to utilize while they are using
Senior Information                                                                         the facility. We are not a certified daycare provider, therefore the
We recognize Medica and Humana Insurance Plans for the Silver                              parent or guardian may not leave the building while their children
Sneakers Program. Please bring in your card to verify eligibility.                         are checked in at the Kids Corner.
If you qualify for a free membership through one of these plans,
you receive a Basic Fitness Membership and may attend Silver                               Hours:
Sneakers classes at no cost. All other classes are an additional                               Monday-Friday.................8:00am-1:30pm & 4:00pm-8:00pm
fee. We also participate in programs with other insurance programs                             Saturday............................................................8:00-11:00am
that may reimburse you based on gym attendance. Please stop                                                   (Hours are subject to change)
in or contact your insurance provider to see if you are eligible for                       Rates:
a “fitness benefit.”                                                                       $3.00 per hour, per child
Membership Refund Policy
Memberships are not refundable or transferable. Annual
memberships run one calendar year from purchase date. Monthly
memberships are regarded as continuous until 30 day written
notice of cancellation is given.
Group Fitness
   Land Aerobics                                    Circuit Classes
   Water Aerobics                                   Barre Classes
   Traditional Yoga/                                Boot Camp
   .....Hot Yoga
   Pilates
Other Offerings                                 Red Cross Swimming
    Fitness Evaluations                       		Lessons
    Body Composition Tests                      Lifeguard Training/
    Road Races/Triathlons                     		 WSI Courses
    Open & Family Swim/		                       Community Room
		 Adult Lap Swim                             		Rentals
    Whirlpool/Saunas/                           Open Gym
		 Steam Rooms                                  Noon Pick-up Basketball
    Birthday Pool Parties                       Karate

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PArks, Recreation & Forestry Department - Watertown, SD
PLWC SWIMMING LESSON SCHEDULE – INDOOR LESSONS – SUMMER 2021
                                                                                                                                                                                                       REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY, APRIL 12, 2021 – www.plwc.life/signup
AQUATICS
                                                                                                                   Recreation/Program Coordinator: Jodi Hemiller – jhemiller@watertownsd.us or 605-882-6250
                                                                                                Session 1-3:                                                   SESSION 1      SESSION 2       SESSION 3  SESSION 4                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        SESSION 5
                                                                                                Class runs Mon.-Thurs. for two weeks.                           June 7-17    June 21-July 1   July 12-22 July 26-30                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Aug 2-6
                                                                                                    30 Min. Classes: P&CA, Prep 1, Level 1                       Two Week       Two Week       Two Week   One Week                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          One Week
                                                                                                    45 Min. Classes: Level 2-Level 6          10:00-10:45am                 P&C, P1, 3, 5, 6,                                                                                                                                                         1, 2, 3, 4                                                                                     1, 2, 3, 4
                                                                                                Session 4-5:                                                                                                                                                                                 10:30-11:40am                                                                                                                                                                                   Summit                                      Castlewood
                                                                                                One week sessions, class runs Mon.-Fri.                                                                                                                                                      11:00-11:45am P1, 2, 5, 6                                                                     1, 2, 3, 4                                                Hayti
                                                                                                   swim time is extended.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             2:30-3:15pm                                              1, 1, 2, 3                           P1, 1, 2, 3                                               P1, 2, 5, 6
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             2:30-3:20pm                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 1, 2, 3
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             2:30-3:40pm                                                                                                                                                                                     Lake Norden
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             3:30-4:15pm                                              P1, 2, 3, 4                          P1, 1, 2, 5                                               P1, 1, 2, 4
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             4:00-4:50pm                                                                                                                                                                                     P1,1, 2, 3
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             4:00-5:10pm                                                                                                                                                                                                                                 3, 4, 5, 6
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             4:30-5:15pm                                              P1, 1, 2, 3                          1, 2, 3, 4                                                P1, 1, 2, 3
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             5:30-6:15pm                                              P&CA, 1, 2                           P1, 2, 3                                                  P&CA, 1, 2
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             5:30-6:20pm                                                                                                                                                                                     3, 4, 5, 6                                  P1, 1, 2
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Swim Instruction Fees (tax included)
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Class.....................................................Members...................................Non-Members
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Parent/Child Aquatics ...........................$36.00...................................................$42.00
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Prep 1 (30 Min.).....................................$36.00...................................................$42.00
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Level 1 (30 Min.) ...................................$36.00...................................................$42.00
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            Level 2-6 ...............................................$42.00...................................................$48.00
                                                                                                                                                                    INDOOR POOL SCHEDULE (SUMMER POOL HOURS BEGIN SATURDAY, MAY 29)
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                                                                                                 7:00pm                                              Open Swim                                                            Open Swim                                                              Open Swim                                                           Open Swim                                                         Open Swim                       Must be going into 4th grade or older
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                                                                                                                     Swim                         SAOR                         Swim                                   SAOR                                Swim                                SAOR                        Swim                                    SAOR                                                                SAOR                             Adult Lap Swim is for swimmers 16
                                                                                                 8:30pm              Team                           8-                         Team                                     8-                                Team                                  8-                        Team                                      8-                                                                  8-                               years & older
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10                                                                                               9:30pm              10pm                                                      10pm                                                                       10pm                                                            10pm                                                                                                                                           swimmers 18 years and older
WATERTOWN FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER

                                                                                                                                                                     AQUATICS
    Don’t forget our Super Saver Sale on passes April 9-11 – Online Only!!
The Watertown Family Aquatic Center features a bath house with            shovels to create wonderful castles and more.
concessions, family change rooms and a three-pool complex                    For those who are craving the true thrill of water, speed down
including:                                                                one of our three slides: fly down the Open Flume Body Slide, try
    A main pool with zero depth entry, lap area, floatables, basketball   the heart pounding Totally Enclosed Flume Slide, or start your
goal, ¾ meter diving board, drop slide, water walk, frog slide, in-       Lazy River trip with a ride down our Tube Slide.
water playground, and four additional interactive play features that         No matter what level of fun you are looking for, you will find it at
are guaranteed to get you wet.                                            the Watertown Family Aquatic Center. It is truly focused on being
    Take a leisurely float down our 550 foot Lazy River on a single       a family experience that you will want to experience over and over.
tube, or float with a friend on the double tubes. But be careful-the
Overhead Tumble-Buckets and the River Falls feature are ready              •No outside food or beverage allowed to be brought into pool
to douse you with water when you least expect it!                         		     area.
    For all the little wee-waders, we have a special place just for        •Waterslide riders must be at least 48” tall.
you. The completely zero-depth entry Adventure Pool boasts four            •Complete list of facility rules can be seen at facility.
interactive play features to keep the young ones wet and wild all               Location: U.S. Hwy. 212 and 3rd St. SW
day. The maximum depth is only 18” to ensure the safety of the                  Phone: 882-6267 (during season) 882-6260 (off-season)
lil ones. Still want more? Cruise on over to the beach-like Sand                Email: Jodi Hemiller at jhemiller@watertownsd.ust
Play Area, where you will find play structures, water, buckets and                      (Year round)

                                             watertown family aquatic center
Open Swim Time                                                            Water Fitness
Full facility is available for usage by all ages seven days a week        Non-structured time where community members can utilize the
including unlimited usage of Waterslides and Lazy River including         Aquatic Center for lap swimming, water walking, resistance
tubes. All patrons entering Aquatics Center will pay usage fees.          walking against lazy river and more. This program time is staffed

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     Dates: Daily                                                         by lifeguards and has no formal instruction.
     Time: 1:00–7:00pm.                                                         Date: Saturdays
                                                                                Time: 11:00am-12:30pm
Adventure Open Swim                                                             Fee: $3.00/time (Season passes may be used)
Includes adventure Pool and Sand Play at area only.
     Dates: Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays                                 Swimming Lessons
     Time: 10:00am-12:00pm                                                Monday-Friday at various times (see schedule)
     Fee: Season passes                                                      Parent & Child, Prep 1, Level 1................................... $35.00
		        Individual (all ages) $4.00                                        Levels 2-6 ................................................................... $40.00
                                                                          Group Discounts
                                                                              25+............................................................... $6.00 per/person
                                                                              50+............................................................... $5.00 per/person
                                                                          *Groups must give 24 hour notice prior to arrival to get group rates.

Rental Availability                                                       Shelter Reservation
Small Group Rentals                                                       Have a group getting together at the Aquatic Center? Why not
Don’t fight the crowds-rent out the Adventure Pool and Sand Play          reserve one of our eight sun shelters for your group. The shelters
area for yourself. A great idea for smaller day cares, play groups,       are 18’ x 24’ and are outfitted with dining table and chairs, along
birthday parties and more. Season passes may not be used or               with chaise lounges. Call the pool at 882-6267 to reserve at least
deducted off cost.                                                        24 hours in advance. Daily reservations limited to two of the eight
Call the Aquatic Center at 882-6267 to book your rental.                  shelters.
     Dates: Tuesday and Thursday                                               Fee: $30.00 for a 3 hour block
     Time: 10:00am-12:00pm
     Fee: $40.00 up to ten individuals
		        $3.00 each, after 10
Full Facility Rentals
Looking for that great corporate party location, or do you have a
large family in need of a great place for a reunion event or large
celebration? Rent the entire Family Aquatic Center! Full facility
rentals (including waterslides) can be done by calling our
main office at 882-6260 or pool during season at 882-6267.
     Days: Saturdays and Sundays
     Time: 7:15-9:00pm
     Fee: $400.00/rental spot up to 100 individuals
		         $4.00 each, after 100
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Sunday          Monday         Tuesday          Wednesday          Thursday             Friday             Saturday
                                                                                                                                                Lessons: Monday-Friday 9:00am-12:30pm
AQUATICS
                                                                                                    9:00am
                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Closed
                                                                                                   10:00am                      Adventure      Small Group       Adventure          Small Group         Adventure
                                                                                                                  Closed        Open Swim        Rentals         Open Swim            Rentals           Open Swim
                                                                                                   11:00am                                                                                                                Water Fitness
                                                                                                                                 10:00am-       10:00am-          10:00am-           10:00am-            10:00am-          11:00am-
                                                                                                   12:00pm                       12:00pm        12:00pm           12:00pm            12:00pm             12:00pm           12:30pm
                                                                                                    1:00pm
                                                                                                    2:00pm
                                                                                                    3:00pm
                                                                                                    4:00pm                          Daily Open Swim 1:00-7:00pm
                                                                                                    5:00pm
                                                                                                    6:00pm
                                                                                                    7:00pm      Full Facility
                                                                                                                  Rental                                                                                                Full Facility Rental
                                                                                                    8:00pm         7:15-
                                                                                                                                              Lessons: Monday-Friday 7:15-8:45pm                                          7:15-9:00pm
                                                                                                    9:00pm       9:00pm

                                                                                                       Family Aquatic Center Season Passes
                                                                                                  Super Save Day Online-April 9-11:
                                                                                                                                                                                            USAGE FEES
                                                                                                		 Passes will be sold online only at                                 Season            (4/9-4/11)         (4/12-6/1)           (6/2-
                                                                                                		watertownparkandrec.com                                             Passes:           Early Bird        Pre-Season       End of Season)
                                                                                                			Family Passes: $150.00 (up to 5 members)                           Online                                                 In-Season
                                                                                                			Individual Passes: $50.00                                       Individual                $50.00             $60.00               $70.00
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                                                                                                 Pre-season Online-April 12-June 1                                 Family up to 5           $150.00            $170.00              $190.00
                                                                                                		 Family Passes: $170.00 (up to 5 members)                        Each addl.                $15.00             $20.00               $25.00
                                                                                                		 Individual Passes: $60.00                                       after 5
                                                                                                                                                                   Replacement                $5.00               $5.00               $5.00
                                                                                                 In-season Online-June 2-Season Close                              ID
                                                                                                		 Family Passes: $190.00 (up to 5 members)
                                                                                                                                                                   Daily Admissions:
                                                                                                		 Individual Passes: $70.00
                                                                                                                                                                   Individual                     N/A               N/A               $7.00
                                                                                                    You can come into the Prairie Lakes Wellness Center to         Twilight                       N/A               N/A           $5.00/Ind.
                                                                                                take pictures and get your ID card until the Family Aquatic        Admission                                                          4-7pm
                                                                                                Center opens.                                                      *Ticket Books       10 for $60.00      10 for $60.00        10 for $60.00
                                                                                                                                                                      *Tickets may be purchased in books of 10, and are transferable
                                                                                                                                                                                  and good for all open swim sessions.

                                                                                                                                           Birthday Parties!
                                                                                                         Looking for a great way to spend your child’s birthday? Spend it with us at the Family Aquatic Center!
                                                                                                   Your child will thank you for making their party a huge hit. When you book your party with us you can choose from:

                                                                                                  Package A                                                       Package B
                                                                                                  One pizza, 8 beverages and a private shelter with tables and    Two pizzas, 12 beverages and a private shelter with tables and
                                                                                                  chairs.                                                         chairs. Additional charge covers entrance only and does not
                                                                                                      Fee: $100.00 up to 8 people                                 include any other items.
                                                                                                  		      Daily admission for each additional after 8                  Fee: $125.00 up to 12 people
                                                                                                                                                                  		        Daily admission for each additional after 12

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WFAC SWIMMING LESSON SCHEDULE – OUTDOOR LESSONS – SUMMER 2021

                                                                                                                                                                               AQUATICS
                      REGISTRATION OPENS MONDAY, APRIL 12, 2021 – www.watertownparkandrec.com

                                                      Outdoor Pool Swimming Lessons Schedule
                   Sessions 1 and 4 are Monday-Thursday for 2 weeks. Sessions 2, 3, and 5 are one week, Monday-Friday.
           NOTE: Parent & Child Aquatics, Prep 1, & Level 1 meet for 45 minutes in one-week session, 30 minutes in two-week session.
                               SESSION 1                      SESSION 2                    SESSION 3                      SESSION 4                     SESSION 5
                                June 7-17                     June 21-25                  June 28-July 2                  July 12-22                    July 26-30
                           8 days - 45 min. per day       5 days - 60 min. per day      5 days - 60 min. per day      8 days - 45 min. per day      5 days - 60 min. per day

 9:00-9:45am            2, 3, 4, 5, 6                                                                              P1, 1, 2, 3, 4
 9:00-10:00am                                          P1, 1, 2, 3, 4                1, 2, 3, 4, 5                                               Out of Town
 10:00-10:45am          P1, 1, 2, 3, 4                                                                             P1, 1, 2, 3, 5
 10:15-11:15am                                         Out of Town                   P&CA, P1, 1, 3, 4                                           Out of Town
 11:00-11:45am          P1, L1, 2, 3, 4                                                                            P1, 1, 2, 3, 4
 11:30am-12:30pm                                       P1, 1, 1, 2, 3                P1, 1, 1, 2, 2                                              1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
 12:00-12:30pm          P&CA, P1, P1, 1, 1                                                                         P&CA, P1, P1, 1, 1
 7:15-8:00pm            P1, 1, 2, 3                                                                                P1, 1, 3, 4
 7:15-8:15pm                                           2, 3, 4, 5, 6                 P1, 1, 2, 2, 3                                              P&CA, P1, 1, 2, 3
 8:05-8:50pm            2, 3, 4, 5, 6                                                                              2, 3, 4, 5, 6

                                 2021 American Red Cross Swimming Level Descriptions
The American Red Cross Swimming Program teaches people of all ages and varying abilities to swim and be safe in, on and around
water. ARC classes take an inclusive approach that emphasizes skill development in conjunction with water safety and drowning
prevention education.
Parent & Child Aquatics (6 months-3 years):                                          Level 2:
Familiarize children with the water and teach swimming readiness                     Fundamental Aquatic Skills: Gives students success with
skills, provides safety information for parents, and teach parents                   fundamental skills. This level marks the beginning of true
techniques they can use to help orient their children to the water.                  locomotion skills. Participants learn to glide and float without

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                                                                                     support and recover to a vertical position. Participants further
Prep 1 (3-4 years):                                                                  develop simultaneous and alternating arm and leg actions on the
For children who have little or no previous water experience.                        front and back, laying the foundation for future strokes.
The purpose is to facilitate developmentally appropriate learning
of fundamental water safety and aquatic skills. Parents may                          Level 3:
accompany their child in the water, but are not required to.                         Stroke Development: Expand proficiency of previously learned
                                                                                     skills by providing additional guided practice. Participants learn
Level 1: (4-5 years):                                                                to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke at rudimentary
Introduction to Water Skills: Introduces basic aquatic skills, which                 proficiency levels. Introduce the scissors and dolphin kicks and
participants continue to build on as they progress through Learn-                    extend the time duration for treading water. Learn to enter the
to-Swim. Participants start developing positive attitudes, effective                 water headfirst from a seated position at poolside.
swimming habits and safe practices in and around the water.
                                                                                     Level 4:
                                                                                     Stroke Improvement: Participants improve their aquatic skills and
                                                                                     increase their endurance by swimming the strokes learned in Level
                                                                                     3 (i.e. front crawl, elementary backstroke) for greater distances
                                                                                     and with more advanced proficiency. Participants add arm actions
                                                                                     to the previously learned scissors kick and breaststroke kick to
                                                                                     perform the rudimentary sidestroke and to learn the breaststroke.
                                                                                     Participants also begin to learn the back crawl and butterfly, as
                                                                                     well as the basics of performing a simple open turn at a wall.
                                                                                     Level 5:
                                                                                     Stroke Refinement: Participants refine their performance of all
                                                                                     six strokes (i.e., front crawl, back crawl, butterfly, breaststroke,
                                                                                     elementary backstroke and sidestroke) and increase the distances
                                                                                     that they swim. Participants also learn to perform flip turns on the
                                                                                     front and back.
                                                                                     Level 6:
                                                                                     Personal Water Safety: Refines the strokes so participants
                                                                                     swim them with greater efficiency and effectiveness over longer
                                                                                     distances.

                                                                                                     Swimming levels                                                                           13
CATTAIL CROSSING GOLF COURSE
GOLF

                                                                                               The Watertown Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department operates and maintains a 27-hole grass green public Golf Course. This
                                                                                               completely irrigated course is located at 351 South Lake Drive. Tee times are available for guaranteed play and can be booked by
                                                                                               calling the clubhouse at (605) 882-6262 or booked online at www.watertownparkandrec.com.
                                                                                               Season Passes                                                                                Fore Online Tee Time Reservations!
                                                                                               Season passes can be purchased at the                                                        We are excited about the ability to register online for tee times.
                                                                                               clubhouse or through our ACH system,                                                         You may register for a tee time a maximum of 7 days prior to your
                                                                                               divide your membership into 12 equal                                                         desired date. You must register your time with a credit card. Your
                                                                                               payments throughout the year, and it is                                                      card will not be charged at time of reservation. Final payment will
                                                                                               simply deducted from your chosen bank                                                        be made at the clubhouse on the date and time of your tee time.
                                                                                               account. We allow a catch-up method if you have yet to take                                  Go to www.watertownparkandrec.com to book a tee time.
                                                                                               advantage of this service. Contact Park and Rec. to learn more.
                                                                                               Cart Rentals
                                                                                               You can rent a Club Car for 9 or 18 holes on a per rider basis or
                                                                                               lease a car for the season and avoid all the inconveniences of
                                                                                               owning your own car.

                                                                                               Clubhouse Hours
                                                                                               April 1-15.............................................................10:00am-6:00pm
                                                                                               April 16-30..................................................................8:00am-dark
                                                                                               May 1-September 15.................................. Mon.-Fri. 7:00am-dark
                                                                                               ................................................Sat., Sun. & Holidays 6:30am-dark
                                                                                               September 16-30........................................................8:00am-dark
                                                                                               October 1-31............................................................10:00am-dark

                                                                                                                                                                           2021 Golfing Fees
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                                                                                               Season Tickets (all 7-day)                                      Rates (include tax)          Cart Course Use Trail Fees                                          Rates (include tax)
                                                                                               Family (Includes all children 18 and under)...................... $930.00                    Daily................................................................................... $10.00
                                                                                               Married Couple................................................................. $830.00      Season............................................................................. $220.00
                                                                                               Adult 7-Day (Age 24 and over)......................................... $595.00
                                                                                               Senior (65+)...................................................................... $495.00   Cart Rentals
                                                                                               Young Adult (Ages 19-23)................................................. $375.00            9-hole (single/double rider)......................................$10.00/$15.00
                                                                                               Youth (Age 18 and under)................................................ $170.00             18-hole (single/double rider)....................................$18.00/$25.00
                                                                                                                                                                                            Season Lease Individual...................................................$495.00
                                                                                               Daily Green Fees                                                                             Season Lease Family........................................................$595.00
                                                                                               9 hole round weekday/weekend............................. $20.00/$23.00
                                                                                               18 hole round weekday/weekend........................... $32.00/$38.00                       Driving Range
                                                                                               9 hole additional................................................................. $12.00    Per bucket of 35 balls............................................................$5.00
                                                                                                                                                                                            5 buckets.............................................................................$20.00
                                                                                               Family Night Golf                                                                            10 buckets...........................................................................$35.00
                                                                                               Sundays after 5:00pm-maximum of 4 people..................... $40.00                         Season Pass Junior..........................................................$125.00
                                                                                               Youth 9-hole (weekday)...................................................... $10.00          Season Pass Adult............................................................$190.00
                                                                                                                                                                                            Season Pass Family of 3
                                                                                               Green Fee 9 Hole Punch Cards (all 7-day)                                                     ($20 additional for each person)........................................$250.00
                                                                                               10 punches....................................................................... $190.00
                                                                                               (Punch cards good for current season only. No carry-over to next
                                                                                               season)

                                                                                                                                                                           golf programs
                                                                                               Family Night Golfing
                                                                                               Interested in the game of golf? Don’t want to invest your paycheck to learn it? The Park and Rec has decided to give families and
                                                                                               novice golfers an opportunity of a lifetime to either learn the game or just give it a try! Sunday evenings (after 5:00pm), we dedicate a
                                                                                               nine-hole course to be used solely for families and novice golfers. The great thing is, we only charge $40.00 per tee-time for up to four
                                                                                               golfers. That is 70% off regular green fees. Plus, you don’t need to worry about experienced golfers making you feel uncomfortable on
                                                                                               the course—play your game and enjoy your round!
                                                                                                    When: Sunday evenings after 5:00pm
                                                                                                    Location: Cattail Crossing Golf Course
                                                                                                    Fee: $40.00 per tee time (up to four golfers)
                                                                                               		          (One cart included per foursome)
                                                                                               Youth Golf Lessons/League
14                                                                                             Registration will be at Cattail Crossing Golf Course only. No online registrations available.
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