CONTACT INFORMATION:

P & R Office: 374-7445 Address: 819 Superior Avenue

Event Cancellations: 374-7449 Website: www.tomahonline.com

Fax: 374-7424 Email: jprotz@tomahonline.com

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We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information con-

tained in this publication. If a mistake happens, we apologize and ask for

your understanding and patience with any inconvenience it may cause.

PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION

Steve Doll Shirley Galstad-Roh

Bruce Peth Dustin Powell

Tess Saunders Larry Siekert

Oak Moser Mike Murray

Table of Contents 1. Aquatic Center –Hours

2. AC Swim Lessons & Pool Rules

3. AC Activities & Swim Team

4. Summer Sports Tennis & T-Ball

5. Youth Sports & Recreation Park

6. Summer Library & Winnebago Wednesday’s

7. Adult Sports & Fitness

8. Tomah Parks & Shelter Reservations

9. Recreation Trail

10. Special Events & Special Recreation

11. Boy’s & Girl’s Club Summer Program

12. Summer P.A.C.K.

Insurance: Park and Rec. does not provide accident or hospital insurance for individuals participating in spon-sored activities. It is recommended that participants obtain or review their personal insurance policies (medical, accident and liability.)

THANK YOU! To the Tomah School District (Custodians, Teachers & Administrative Staff).

To our dedicated staff and volunteers.

To all the people, organizations, sponsors, businesses, and city

departments who have sponsored or given assistance to the department.

GOT A PROGRAM IDEA?

Contact Parks and

Recreation Department at

608-374-7445

MEET THE STAFF

Joe Protz Parks & Recreation Director

Brian Olson Parks Foreman

Chuck Dade Parks Maintenance

Chris Spiers Parks Maintenance

Cathy Coffey Recreation Supervisor

Dan Murphy Recreation Park Maintenance

REGISTRATION

PROCEDURES

To Register for Programs and Park Shelters Visit:

www.tomahonline.com,

Click Parks and Recreation,

Click ONLINE Registration

Click Log In (sign in to existing

Account or create new account)

Summer Sign up begins

Monday, May 7th

The City of Tomah Parks and Recreation Department, under the direction of the

Parks and Recreation Commission, continues to plan, develop, and supervise the

Park System, Recreation Park, Aquatic Center, and provide fun-filled

recreational and leisure activities for the citizens of Tomah.

Purchase 2018 Aquatic Center Memberships

online starting May 7th

www.Tomahonline.com

For more activities stop at the pool or contact 374-7446

The Torpedoes Swim Team program is an introductory, instructional swim

team. The goal for each participant is to become a better swimmer, develop

sportsmanship & teamwork, improve physical fitness & self-esteem &

have FUN in a low competitive environment!

Mondays & Wednesdays 6:30-8:00pm and Fridays 9:30-10:45am

Season runs Monday, June 11th –Wednesday, August 8th, 2018

Tomah Home Meet: Saturday, August 5th, 2018 @ 8:00am

Swim Test and Registration Monday, June 11th, 6:30-8:00 pm Open to all swimmers ages 7 to 18 Swimmers must pass a 25 Meter swim test to join the team

Team Fee $30 Residents $50 Non-Residents

Wet & Wacky Wednesdays*

Pool Noodles, Beach Balls, & Dive Rings

available for swimmers

Duck race during the afternoon break-

Winning Duck wins a prize!

Super Swim Saturday,

June 9th 6:30-8:30pm

Rockin’ 50’s

Sock Hop!

First 25 swimmers receive a

Free Pool Noodle!

Super Swim Saturday

June 23rd 6:30-8:30pm

Summer

Solstice!

First 25 swimmers receive

Free Neon Sunglasses!

Super Swim Saturday

July 21st 6:30-8:30pm

Christmas

in July!

First 25 swimmers receive a

Free Holiday Gift!

Super Swim Saturday

Aug 18th 6:30-8:30pm

Country Music

Jam! First 25 swimmers

receive a Free Splash ball!

Super Swim Saturday

July 7th 6:30-8:30pm

Red, White &

Blue!

First 25 swimmers receive a

Free Beach ball!

Super Swim Saturday,

Aug 4th 6:30-8:30pm

Beach

Party!

First 25 swimmers receive a

Free Beach ball!

*Weather Permitting, Regular admission prices apply

SUMMER TENNIS

Monday - Thursday

June 11th-July 19 Mornings

(No Practice July 4th & 5th)

Middle School Tennis: Mon & Wed. 7:45-9:45am

High School Tennis: Tues. & Thurs. 7:45-9:45am

Tomah Tennis classes are geared for

Middle School & High School aged

kids who are looking to learn to play

tennis, get better, and challenge

their friends. Min 4 Max 30

Semi Private Lessons: (going into 6th -12th grade) (Mon, Tue, Wed, or Thur) 9:45-10:45am or Mon, Tue or Thur) 5:00-6:00pm One Day per week

Choose a partner near your skill level

and get more individualized

lessons. One coach per two players.

Min 4 Max 16

Elite Tennis: (going into 8th-12th grade) One Day per week (Mon or Thurs) 6:00-8:00pm

For players who are serious about

tennis, can handle long rallies, and

are not afraid of conditioning

Location: La Grange Tennis Courts All Programs Cost $30 & Include T-Shirt

Sign up Online May 7

*By Signing up in any tennis program you can participate for free in our Junior USTA League where you get a chance to play against tennis

players from neighboring communities.

LITTLE SLUGGERS T-BALL

Monday & Wednesday

June 11th – July 16th

(No Practice on July 4th)

Tomah T-ball (Ages 4.5-6 years)

is open for boys & girls who turned

4 years old prior to 01/01/2018.

The program is an introduction to

baseball with learning the fundamen-

tals and having fun as being the main

goal. Players will use a soft

T- ball and a batting tee.

The first 2 weeks will focus on

developing skills: throwing, catching,

batting, sportsmanship, etc.

Players will be assigned teams, and

the last 3 weeks (6 Games) will have

modified game play.

Location: Winnebago Park

Time 9:30 a.m.

Cost $20 Includes Team T-shirt

Sign up Online May 7

For more opportunities:

Tomah Youth Baseball: K-9th Grade www.tomahyouthbaseball.org

Tomah Youth Softball/ Tomah Stix: Girls 5-18yrs, Dan Wall (608) 343-2329

For more programs visit

www.tomahonline.com

Parks & Recreation Youth Programs:

P&R Basketball (Hoops): Boys & Girls, Grades 1 & 2, 3 & 4 Instruction, skill building, sportsmanship and Fun will be stressed with “in-house” league games

Winter

P&R Gymnastics: Boys & Girls, Parent Tot, Pre-School (3-5 yrs.) Beginner, Advanced Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced Intermediate Spring & Fall

P&R Volleyball: Boys & Girls, Grades 1 & 2, 3 & 4, 5 &6 Instruction, skill building, sportsmanship and Fun will be stressed with “in-house” league games

Fall

Additional Youth Sports Programs:

Tomah Youth Baseball: Boys & Girls K-9th Grade, www.tomahyouthbaseball.org Tomah Youth Basketball: Boys & Girls K-8th Grade, www.tomahyouthbasketball.com Tomah Youth Floorball: Boys & Girls 7-13 yrs, Facebook; Tomah Floorball Club Tomah Youth Football: Boys & Girls K-6th Grade, www.tomahyouthfootball.com Tomah Youth Hockey: Boys & Girls K-9th, www.tomahyouthhockey.com Tomah Youth Softball/ Tomah Stix: Girls 5-18yrs, Dan Wall (608) 343-2329 Tomah Youth Soccer: Boys & Girls 3 yrs-8th Grade, www.tomahyouthsoccer.net Tomah Youth Wrestling: Boys & Girls Pre K-8th grade, www.tomahyouthwrestling.com 7 Rivers Figure Skating Club: Boys & Girls 3yrs-Adult, www.7riversfsc.com

1625 Butts Avenue, Tomah, WI 54660 (Butts Avenue & County Hwy. CM)

For information on planning an event at Tomah Recreation Park,

contact the City of Tomah Parks & Rec. Dept. @ (608) 374-7445

Recreation Building Great for weddings, banquets, and large gatherings with seating for over 500 guests, available

tables & chairs, large overhead entrances, full bathrooms with showers, Wi-Fi & Direct TV.

Burnstad’s Adventure Playground

Over 8,000 sq. ft. playground featuring zipline, giant saucer, and a barn-

themed playland.

Exhibit Building 8,700 Sq. Ft. available with tables & chairs, kitchen area, & restrooms. Large overhead door

entrance for easy access.

Tomah Ice Center Tomah Ice Center is a 25,000 sq. ft. building with available tables & chairs, large overhead

entrances, sound system, show facilities and bleacher section. Kitchen, warming area, and bath-

rooms. Home to Tomah Youth Hockey and Open Skate.

For Open Skate hours, hockey programs, and skating programs

@ www.tomahhockey.com & 7riversfsc.com

www.tomahonline/Public Library

TOMAH PUBLIC LIBRARY’S SUMMER of 2018

“LIBRARIES ROCK”

The Tomah Public Library Summer Reading Program is a relaxing way to include reading and related activities in summer family time. It helps children maintain and improve reading skills.

Programs are free, and open to the public. Join us for the “Kick-Off Party” on June 7th from 2:00PM -4:00PM

Programming starts June 11th. We will also be announcing some special once-a-month events so make sure to stop

by the library (716 Superior Ave) this summer for more information!

Storytime: Mondays & Tuesdays 10AM & 11:15AM All Ages! Come enjoy music, movement, rhymes, and our favorite stories! Storytime: Mondays 6:30PM Children listen to a variety of engaging stories, then craft time. LUNCHBUNCH: Tuesdays 12:30PM Grades 2 & up. Children listen to a chapter from a story while they have lunch; then craft time. Snack & Stories: Tuesdays 4:00PM For grades 2 & up. Bring a snack. Listen to a chapter, or two. Followed by coloring! Babytime: Wednesdays 10AM Program designed for ages 0 to 18 months, but all ages are welcome. Join us for 30 engaging minutes of storytelling, movement, socializing, rhymes, and much more! Legos at the Library Get creative with the library’s Lego collection. All ages are welcome. Caregivers must be pre-sent with children under 7. Check with the library for summer dates. Book Club Grades 5 & up. Stop by the library and pick up a free copy of the monthly book for June and July! Join us at a later date for an activity, snacks, and discussion. Dinner and a Movie: Thursdays 5:00 PM Grades 6-12. Watch a movie on the big screen, event is free, and registration is not required. Pizza will be provided. Call ahead to find out which movie is playing. 374-7470. Summer Reading Logs: Available June 1

st and will continue all summer.

Teachers, educators, day-care providers are invited to schedule summer visits. For more information contact Mr. Dave youthservicestpl@gmail.com.

Looking forward to seeing you at the library this summer,

Winnebago Wednesday– PLAY TAKES PLACE Wednesdays June 27th-August 8th (except July 4th)

10 am-11 am Winnebago Park Every week brings a different theme sponsored by local businesses. The themes range from petting zoo to nature day to transportation day. This event is free for any young child (ages 0-5) and the adults who care about them. We focus on the simple open-ended activities you experienced as a child: water play, stacking, jumping, moving and creating activities. This type of play builds a foundation for future success. This is a time to spend engaging with your child/ren in a safe environment. An adult must be with a child/ren at all times and we ask that you have a ratio of five children per one adult.

Lunch is provided @ 11am: free for children, small charge for adults. Check our Facebook page for other weather related cancellations (will cancel for rain).

For Information contact Bryanna @ The Parenting Place 608-374-4190.

ADULT VOLLEYBALL (9th grade & up

Women’s Outdoor Sand:

Wednesday Evenings (6:00 pm-9:00 pm)

May-August

Glendale Park

Co-Ed Indoor:

Sunday Evenings (4:00 pm-8:00 pm)

September-December

Tomah Senior High

Women’s Indoor

Sunday Evenings (3:00 pm-8:00 pm)

January-March Tomah Senior High

INDOOR CYCLING CLASS “WHEEL ROCK YOU”

September-April

Tomah Middle School

Want some spending $$?

Adult officials needed!

For more information

Contact 608-374-7445

ADULT OPEN PICKLEBALL Tuesday and Thursday

9:00 am-11:00 am & 6:00 pm -8:00 pm

Recreation Park

PICKLEBALL is the new “it” game sweeping

the nation.

A paddle sport created for all ages

and skill levels.

The rules are simple and the game is easy

for beginners to learn.

Equipment provided.

More information and registration

@ www.tomahonline.com or (608)374-7445

ADULT BASKETBALL (11th grade & up)

Adult League:

Wednesday Evenings

December-March

Tomah Senior High

ADULT SOFTBALL (10th grade & up)

Summer Men’s League:

Wednesday Evenings

May-August

Glendale & Bud’s Ball Park

Fall Co-Ed League:

Wednesday Evenings & Some Mondays

August-October

Glendale & Bud’s Ball Park

CO-ED OPEN FLOORBALL

Sunday Evenings

September – April

Tomah High School—Small Gym

5:00 pm-6:00 pm Youth-7yrs to 13yrs old.

6:00 pm-7:00 pm Adult 14 & up

Equipment provided. Please wear gym shoes!

Facebook: Tomah Floorball Club

for more information

ADULT LAP SWIM

Monday-Friday

12:00-1:00 pm

June-August Tomah Aquatic Center

Daily Shelter Rentals:

Enclosed Shelters: Winnebago Park Fireman’s Park

Residents: $80 Non-Resident: $125

Open Air Shelters: Winnebago Point & Central Fireman’s Lions & Giesler

Veteran’s Park Butts Park

Memorial Park Resident $50 Non-Resident $80

@ www.tomahonline.com

Buckley Park: Home of the Tomah Aquatic Center (Open 10 weeks in summer) (608) 374-7446 Enclosed Area: 6 lane zero-depth entry pool, 3 water slides, kid's polar bear “Pete” slide, lap swimming, swim team, and a New Splash Pad Play Area for children under 48” tall. Exterior Area: Play area with slide & swings, viewing bench, and adjoining parking lot. 2

Butts Park: On the bank of Lake Tomah, Open-air picnic pavilion, public restrooms, playground area and picnic area. Future home of the Handicap Accessible Shelter & Pier.

Frank S. Andres Fireman’s Park: 2 Open-air Picnic Pavilions, enclosed shelter, public restrooms, Skate Park, football fields, horseshoe pits, Born Learning Trail & playground area. Walking trail connects park to Buckley Park (Aquatic Center)

Gillett Park: Little Red School House Museum, Maid of the Mist Fountain, Bell Garden, Play-ground area , Picnic area and Gazebo. Hosts the Farmer’s Market & Americana Music in the Park each summer.

Grumann Park: Neighborhood Park (Located between Lake Tomah & Rec Park) with a Playground

Area and Open Air Shelter

Memorial Park: Veterans Memorial, Open-air picnic pavilion, public restrooms, playground equipment and picnic area.

North Glendale Ave Ball Park Complex: Softball and Baseball diamonds with lights and bleachers, 2 concession stands, 3 volleyball courts with lights, 2 public restrooms & playground area. Also houses the Recreation Department shop building.

Veteran’s Park: Open-air picnic pavilion, concession stand, public restrooms, playground area, nature trail, multiple soccer fields, picnic area and a fenced Dog Park (entrance off Glendale Ave.).

Waterman Park: Neighborhood Park (between Veteran’s Park & N. Glendale Park) with a Playground Area & Open Air Shelter

Winnebago Park: Located on Lake Tomah; 2 Open-air picnic pavilions, enclosed shelter with fireplace, public restrooms, little league baseball diamond, handicapped fishing pier, volleyball courts, Wonder Hoops basketball court, Fitness equipment, horseshoe pits, picnic area, walking trail and 2 boat ramps for access to the lake. Host to Winnebago Wednesdays kid’s activity time during the summer.

Winnebago Wonderland: Located inside of Winnebago Park is a 10,000 sq. ft. wooden play-ground complete with castles, mazes, slides, tubes, swings (including a parent & tot swing) and many more kid friendly play areas.

The Tomah Recreational Trail is just

over 4 miles, connecting Lake Tomah’s

Winnebago Park, Memorial Park,

Veteran’s Park, Fireman’s Park and

Buckley Park (Tomah Aquatic Center).

It is a paved trail going through mostly

natural areas along the South Fork

Lemonweir River as well as some

residential areas.

Convenient parking for enjoying the trail

located at the Aquatic Center off

Hwy 12/16 and in Winnebago park.

Donate a Park Bench or Tree Celebrate someone you love or recognize a

business or organization by purchasing a Park Bench or Tree for a City Park in their honor. For more information on how you can en-

hance the park system with a lifetime gift call Parks and Recreation Director,

Joe Protz at 608-374-7445.

Fall Boulevard Tree Program Each fall the Parks Dept. provides a limited number of trees to City Residents for the

public boulevards. To request a tree fill out a form at the City Clerk’s Office beginning

in August Questions contact 374-7445

Our Town Tomah

Spring Planting Day: May 23rd Volunteers meet at Gillett Park @ 9:30 am

Designed for individuals with special needs, and their friends and families.

More Information & Events @ www.tomahonline.com

Special Needs Prom:

Saturday, April 14th 2018

Halloween Party:

Sunday, October 21st, 5:30pm-7:00pm

Holiday Party:

Saturday December 15th 5:00pm-7:00pm

All events are held at the

Recreation Park Recreation Building

Remembering Jesse Parker Races: June 16th 5mile Run, 5K Run/Walk, Children’s Races,

Special Needs Stampede & Senior Stroll.

Giving Hope by funding clean water projects for more than 90,000 people and building friendships of peace and

compassion.

@www.runjesse.com

MUTT STRUT & FUN FEST

Sunday, June 3rd 12-3pm

@ Veteran’s Park/Dog Park

POOCH PLUNGE Sunday Aug 26th 12-3 pm

Tomah Aquatic Center

Information, rules & Registration;

@ www.chasingdaylight.org

For more Community Events visit the

Greater Tomah Area Chamber of

Commerce and Convention &

Visitor Bureau

@ www.tomahwisconsin.com

GRAND NATIONAL BUDWEISER

DAIRYLAND TRACTOR PULL

June 21st-23rd

MONROE COUNTY FAIR

July 25th-July 29th

For more information contact the

Ag Society (608) 372-2081

@ www.tomahtractorpull.com

ANNUAL FREEZE FEST TOMAH ROTARY CLUB & TOMAH PARKS & REC

1st Weekend in February

Medallion Hunt * Kids Zone

* Snow Shoe/Ski across the lake

& Much More!

A complete list of Rotary events

@ www.tomahrotaryclub.org

Special Needs Swim:

Saturday, July 28th

6:30pm-8:30pm

Tomah Aquatic Center

Arbor Day: April 27th

Winnebago Park @ 4:00 pm

Importance of Trees Ceremony, winners of TMS Poetry & Poster Contests announced, tree planting

& cupcakes for all!

www.tomahonline.com

Positive Adventures Creating Knowledge

Mark your calendar!

June 25th-August 2nd

Sample classes from past years: Adventure Challenge, Magic School Bus, Art in the Park, Spanish, Arts and Crafts, Crochet, Basketball, Down on the Farm, Getting Ready for Kindergarten, Beading, Golf, Fishing, Piano, Book Club, Bowling, Bookmaking, Bug’s World, Cartooning, Holidays, Clay, Card Making, Games, Photography, Science Experiments, Keyboarding, Greek Mythology, Summer Success Math and Reading, Internet Basics, Keyboarding, Weight Lifting, Volleyball, Origami, Lifetime Sports, Paper Mache, Cooking, Intro to Acting, Puppetry, Kites, Healthy All the Way, Outdoor Activities and Swimming, Fitness Training, Creative Building, Dance, Books at the Movies, Pyramids and Mummies, Scrapbooking, Ultimate Frisbee, and Robotics.

Information and sign-up procedure available @ www.tomah.k12.wi.us Questions?? Please call (608)-374-7057