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2 Fort Dodge Parks & Recreation www.fortdodgeiowa.org/parks 819 1st Avenue South 576-7237 Fall/Winter 2012-13

Animal Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-2323Blanden Memorial Art Museum . . . . . . . .573-2316Brushy Creek Ranger Station . . . . . . . . . .543-8298Chamber of Commerce . . . . . . . . . . . . .955-5500Citizen’s Central . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-3429City Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-7144Compost Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .955-6139Dolliver Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .359-2539FD Parks & Recreation Department . . . .576-7237FD Parks & Recreation Fax Number . . . .573-2894FD Public Library . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-8167FD Soccer Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-4577Izaak Walton . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .571-7615The Rec (Former YMCA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-7107Forestry Department . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-5791Foster Grandparents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .576-5401Harlan Rogers Maintenance . . . . . . . . . .576-2851Lakeside Golf Course . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .576-6741Public Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .955-6139RAIN OUT NUMBER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .576-6888Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center . . . . . .955-4284RSVP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .573-3477Webster County Conservation . . . . . . . .576-4258

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We’d love to be a part of your family plans -- this brochure will help do just that! Hang this brochure on therefrigerator, right next to the school calendar, or keep it in your car. We hope you use it so much the pagesbecome tattered! If “paper copies” aren’t your thing, feel free to visit our website fortdodgeiowa.org/parks 24/7 toview a digital copy of this brochure AND to sign up for programs on line. Need more information? Like FD City Recon Facebook or follow FDCityRec on Twitter; we WANT to help keep you informed of our latest happenings. Here’sto another fantastic school year! Hope to see you soon!

For the DOer: Look here for activities that you can sign up for. Remember, you cansign up for ANY of our Fall/Winter programs NOW, but if you want to hang on toyour bucks as long as you can, we will suggest when to sign up for programs.

3 Easy Ways to Sign up for FD Parks & Recreation programs...• ONLINE @ fortdodgeiowa.org/parks to securely register for programs &

activities, anytime day or night. American Express, MasterCard, Visa &Discover accepted. (Please note that a convenience fee is charged in addition to the program fee for all online purchases.)

• IN THE MAIL FD Parks & Recreation Department 819 1st Avenue South, Fort Dodge, IA 50501

• DROP OFF Monday-Friday, 8 a.m - noon, 1-5 p.m.FD Parks & Recreation Department819 1st Avenue South

*Office entrance located on the West side of the City Hall building

No matter how you choose to register for an activity, don’t wait until the last minute to register for it.If you would like to participate in one of our activities, please register WELL IN ADVANCE so that wemay determine if the activity number is sufficient to hold the event. Your cooperation will help us tobetter provide solid organization of our recreation programs.

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September Activities

Football Fundamentals Clinic – Thursdays through 10/4

Mini Mini Spikers – Mondays through 10/22

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Competi t ive Basketbal l LeagueTeam Registrat ion Deadl ine 10/1

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Mini Mini Spikers Activity #533FD Parks and Recreation introduces Mini Mini Spikers! This NEW program is a great way to get your three or fouryear old to experience the fundamentals of volleyball. Parents are encouraged (but not required) to be onthe ‘mini’ volleyball court to help guide and teach their child throughout the hour. During the first 20 minutesparticipants will learn basic volleyball drills, skills, and rules. The remaining time will be spent playing an “official”volleyball game.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION9/17, 10/1 6:30-7:30 pm $17(R) $19(NR) Butler Now – 9/1710/8, 10/15, 10/22(Mondays)


Sign Up...Competit ive Basketbal l League Team Registrat ion Deadl ine 10/1

Basketbal l Fundamentals Cl inicRegistrat ion Deadl ine 10/12

Women’s Vol leyball LeagueRegistrat ion Deadl ine 10/26

A Night With My HeroRegistrat ion Deadl ine 10/26

Tot SpotMondays & Thursdays Starts in November!

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Competitive Basketball League (5th - 6th Grade ONLY) Activity #5535th & 6th Graders... get more time on the court! FD Parks & Recreation is hosting a competitive basketballleague designed for live basketball experience during semi-competitive games. Registration is by team basis(coach brings in a roster and team registration fee) but also on an individual basis. If your child wants to playand can’t find a team…let us know and we WILL help.

DATE FEE LOCATION REGISTRATIONOct-Dec $275/resident team fee Games at Phillips Teams by 10/1

$325/non-resident team fee

Basketball Fundamentals Clinic Activity #481Hardwood Hopefuls…this revamped fundamentals clinic is for you! Kindergarten through 6th graders, registerfor this 5 week one-day basketball clinic focused on drills, techniques, and lead-up games that will teach thebeginner and improve the skills of the more experienced player. This is a great way to jump start your basketballseason.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION10/18, 10/25, 11/1 6:30-7:30 pm $27 (R), $29 (NR) Butler Now – 10/1211/8, 11/15 (Thursdays)

A Night with My Hero Activity #535This NEW once a year special event is for Moms (and mother figures) and their son(s) to get that ‘extra’ timetogether with a little twist. Boys ages 4 – 10 years old are invited to enjoy this night of fun! This evening will havethe sons dressing like their favorite ‘Super Hero’ (Batman, Superman, Green Lantern, etc) and the momsdressing as a ‘Damsel in Distress’. The evening will consist of dancing, group activities, video game challenges,snacks, desserts, and music! Join us at Citizen’s Central for an evening that your will remember forever.A professional photographer will be onsite to capture your special day! Photos will begin at 6:30 pm.Reasonably priced picture packages will be available for you to purchase and will be mailed out the followingweek. Pre-Registration is required, space is limited, enroll online or in the FD Parks and Recreation office.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION11/3 6:30 – 9 pm Citizen’s Central $40/couple Now – 10/26

$15/extra son


Tot Spot Activity #474FD Parks & Recreation is offering indoor play time for young children and their parents on Mondays andThursdays from 9:30 a.m.-11 a.m., November 1st- March 21st. Tot Spot will be held at Citizen’s Central, 617Central Avenue, on the second floor. *Please note that parents/guardians must directly accompany andsupervise their child at all times. Children 7 and older will not be allowed to use the equipment. For questionscall 576-7237.

DATE TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATIONNov-Mar 9:30 - 11 am $1/Day/Child Citizen’s Central Each Day

7th Annual Family Turkey Shoot! Free Throw Competition Activity #480Make sure to sign up for this holiday family free throw shooting event. Winners receive certificates for aTHANKSGIVING TURKEY from local sponsors Hy-Vee & Fareway! A team will consist of a parent and child fromthe same family (grandparents also welcome). Each team will shoot 40 shots from the free throw line.Competition will be divided up into 5 age divisions (Ages 4-18).

DATE TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION11/8 7:30 pm 1 canned food Butler Day of Event

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Women’s Volleyball League Activity #557Bump, Set, SPIKE! FD Parks and Recreation Women’s Volleyball League has a place for you. We offer fun for allability levels with this 3-division league. All players must be at least 18 years old and must register as a team.Roster forms are available at FD Parks and Recreation office or online (www.fortdodgeiowa.org/parks). Anyindividual interested in playing that does not have a team may call the office and leave their name, A greatopportunity for a night out filled with competition and socializing with your team!

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATIONNov-Feb 6 - 10 pm $42 (R), $47 (NR) Phillips Now – 10/26

Recreation Basketball League (1st – 4th Grade ONLY) Activity #482 or #483ATTENTION 1st– 4th graders! Here is a basketball season created specifically for you. The focus of the RecreationBasketball League is the introduction of basketball principals, skills development, physical exercise, and to learnand enjoy the sport of basketball. Teams are formed through school affiliation with volunteer coaches.

DATES FEE LOCATION REGISTRATIONJan-Feb $35 (R), $40 (NR) Games at Phillips Now – 11/16

(shirt included)

Competitive Basketball League – Saturdays Basketball Fundamentals Clinic – Thursdaysthrough 11/15Tot Spot – Begins November 1st

A Night With My Hero – 11/37th Annual Family Turkey Shoot! – 11/8Women’s Volleyball League - Mondays

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7th Annual Family Turkey Shoot!Registrat ion Deadl ine 11/8

Recreation Basketbal l LeagueRegistrat ion Deadl ine 11/16

November Activities

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December ActivitiesTop SpotMondays & Thursdays

Recreation Basketbal l LeagueDon’t forget to s ign up your 1st - 4thgraders!

Volleyball Fundamentals Cl inicRegistrat ion Deadl ine 1/11

Youth Coed Vol leyball LeagueRegistrat ion Deadl ine 1/18


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Volleyball Fundamentals Clinic Activity #556Get a head start on the Youth Coed Volleyball season by signing your son or daughter up to learn/brush up ontheir volleyball skills. This 5 week clinic will be held for boys and girls in grades Kindergarten through 6th. Basicpassing, setting, hitting, rotation, and serving skills will be taught. Game rules and strategies will be discussed.

DATES TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATION1/17, 1/24, 1/31, 6:30-7:30 pm $27 (R), $29 (NR) Butler Now – 1/112/7, 2/21 (Thursdays)

Youth Coed Volleyball League Activity #558 or #559This league is a great opportunity to learn a life-long sport. Our youth coed volleyball league is offered to boysand girls grades 3rd – 6th. Emphasis is placed on learning the game of volleyball while having fun. The 3rd/4thleague is instructional with no score kept, while the 5th/6th league will keep score. Teams are formed throughschool affiliation with volunteer coaches. Any adults interested in coaching may call FD Parks and Recreationat 576-7237.

DATES FEE LOCATION REGISTRATIONFeb-April $35 (R), $40 (NR) Games at Phillips Now – 1/18

(shirt included)


Recreation Basketball League – Saturdays

Volleyball Fundamentals Clinic – Thursdays (1/17 – 2/21)

Women’s Volleyball League – Mondays

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Tot SpotMondays & Thursdays

Volleyball Fundamentals Cl inicRegistrat ion Deadl ine 1/11

Youth Coed Vol leyball LeagueRegistrat ion Deadl ine 1/18

Daddy Daughter DanceRegistrat ion Deadl ine 2/15

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Daddy Daughter Dance Activity #554 or #555This once in a year opportunity allows fathers, grandfathers, or father figures the chance to take theirdaughters or granddaughters out for an evening of fun, food, and dancing! In addition to dancing there willbe door prizes, refreshments, and munchies. A professional photographer will be available to capture amemorable picture. Preregistration is required and space is LIMITED for each day... so be sure to invite thatspecial little girl early. Additional sisters are $15.

DATES TIME FEE AGE LOCATION REGISTRATION2/22, 2/23 6:30-9 pm $40 K - 6 Citizen’s Central Now – 2/15

Adult Coed Volleyball League Activity #552This is a chance to exercise, have fun, and get out of the house! Coed Adult Volleyball League is split into 2divisions. The divisions are split up by the ability and competition levels of each team. All players must be atleast 18 years old and must register individually but for a specific team. Remember, you must have a least onemale and one female per team. Roster forms are available at the FD Parks & Recreation office or atwww.fortdodgeiowa.org/parks. Any individuals interested in playing that do not have a team may call theoffice and leave their name.

DATE TIME FEE LOCATION REGISTRATIONMarch – April 6 - 9 pm $27 (R), $32(NR) Phillips Now – 2/22


Recreation Basketball League – Saturdays

Volleyball Fundamentals Clinic – Thursdays (1/17 – 2/21)

Daddy Daughter Dance – 2/22 or 2/23

Women’s Volleyball League – Mondays

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Daddy Daughter DanceRegistrat ion Deadl ine 2/15

Adult Coed Vol leyball LeagueRegistrat ion Deadl ine 2/22

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Novice Track & Field Activity #603Our track program is very popular for boys and girls Kindergarten through 6th grade. Youth will learn the basicsof track and field through practice sessions held on Monday evenings from 6-7 pm at Phillips Middle Schooltrack. Practices will consist of conditioning, stretching, short sprints, long runs, relays, shuttle relays, long jump,and shot put. Practices will lead up to a “mini track meet”.

DATES TIME FEE AGES LOCATION REGISTRATION4/15, 4/22 6-7 pm $27(R), $29 (NR) K-6 Phillips Track Now – 4/124/29, 5/6, 5/13


Adult Coed Volleyball – Mondays ( some Thursdays)

Youth Coed Volleyball – Saturdays

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Tee Ball Activity #610This league is for boys and girls COMPLETING 1st and 2nd grades. Games will be played in the evenings May –July at Harlan Rogers Sports Complex on the Mini Major Fields. Fee includes participation fee and gate fee forall spectators.

DATES FEE LOCATION REGISTRATIONMid May – Mid July $41 (R), $ 43 (NR) Harlan Rogers Now – 4/1(Mondays & Wednesdays) (Shirt Included)

Structured Fast pitch Softball Activity #608This league is for girls COMPLETING 3rd and 4th grades. Games will be played in the evenings in May throughJuly at Harlan Rogers Sports Complex on the Mini Major Fields. Fee includes participation fee and gate fee forall spectators.

DATES FEE LOCATION REGISTRATIONMid May – Mid July $43 (R), $45 (NR) Harlan Rogers Now – 4/1(Tuesdays & Thursdays) (Shirt Included)

Fast pitch Softball Activity #609This league is for girls COMPLETING 5th and 6th grades. Games will be played in the evenings May through Julyat Harlan Rogers Sports Complex on the Mini Majors Fields. Fee includes participation fee and gate fee for allspectators.

DATE FEE LOCATION REGISTRATIONMid May – Mid July $45 (R), $47 (NR) Harlan Rogers Now – 4/1(Tuesdays & Thursdays) (Shirt Included)

Keep checking our website this month for registration for 2013 summer activities!

Adult Coed Volleyball – Mondays ( some Thursdays)

Youth Coed Volleyball – Saturdays

Novice Track – Mondays

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The Parks FoundationThe Parks Foundation was formed in2002 to strengthen and enrich the parksystem in Fort Dodge by providingsupplementary funds. These funds willbe used for trees, shrubs, flowers,signage and other enhancements plusmonies for long-range planning andlandscape design. Members of theFoundation include: Jeff Becker, JaneGibb, Carolyn Brandt, Dr. Matt Maggio,Dan Garst, Katie Kregel, Tim Holmstrom,Dennis Milefchik, Mary Jo Wagner(Chair) and Tom Sullivan.

The Parks CommissionThe Parks Commission governs rules andregulations for use of parks, as well asrecreational facilities and recreationprograms. The group serves to advisecouncil on the needed facilities toprovide open space, such as parks,playgrounds and community facilitiesand for other forms of recreation. Thegroup also updates and revise plans asrequired, sets fees for recreationalprograms and makes recommendations

to council for changes in Parks,Recreation and Forestry. Members ofthe Commission include: Steve Daniel,Mark Campbell, Mary Jo Wagner,Michael Payne, Ashley O’Brion, DennisPilcher and Kirk Yung.

Friends of Oleson Park ZooFriends of Oleson Park Zoo is a non-profitcharitable organization that was formedin 2002. The "Friends" own the animals inthe zoo. They acquire new animals aswell as sell surplus animals. The zoo ismaintained by donations andmemberships to Friends of Oleson ParkZoo. Memberships are $15 for individuals,$25 for families, and $100 for businesses.If you are interested in becoming amember, simply send your name,address, and payment to:

Oleson Park ZooP.O. Box 33Fort Dodge, IA 50501

*Please make checks payable to"Friends of Oleson Park Zoo."

PARK RULES & REGULATIONSThe parks are open from sunrise to sunset every day. We need your help tokeep our parks safe and enjoyable for all...so please keep the following inmind when using your parks: • Please drive only on established roadways • Fires are only allowed in designated areas and trash must be picked

up at all times. • No dogs shall run at large in any city park. Leashes of no more than 6

feet should be used. • Please respect trees, shrubs and plants in all parks. • Please report acts of vandalism to police or FD Parks & Recreation at

576-7237.

ADOPT-A-PARK PROGRAMThis program was designed to enhance and improve our City parks. Civicgroups have adopted the following parks thus far:

FACILITY GROUPHawley-Lions Park Noon Lions ClubKennedy Brown John CopperRD Mitchell Park Golden K KiwanisRiverside Park Curt OlsonSnell-Crawford Park Noon Rotary Club If your group or neighborhood would like to adopt a park or for a completelist of our 32 park, 500-acre park system, contact FD Parks & Recreation.

PICA (Pride In Community Appearance)Thanks to all PICA members for their continued hard work in helping us keepour parks and facilities beautiful. For more information about the group, orto join, please email Jan and Phyllis Wilson at [email protected]

City of Fort Dodge Park System Info


Oleson Park

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Hydro-Electric Park4th Avenue Northwest & 1st Street

Cabin with fireplace has a 40 - 45 person capacity. Park includes: basketball court, backstop,play equipment, tennis court, boat ramp, picnic tables and grills, restroom open with cabinrental.

Loomis ParkHawkeye Avenue & Loomis Park Drive

Check out the newly renovated boathouse with a 75 - 80 person capacity. Park has new playequipment, two open shelters, picnic tables and grills, horse shoe courts, water fountain andpublic porta pottie.

Oleson Park12th Avenue South & 17th Street

Cabin has 60-person capacity, includes microwave and refrigerator. Handicapped accessiblepark, splash pad, bathhouse, monster new play equipment, swing set, animal zoo, band shell,open shelters, volleyball court, benches, picnic tables and grills, public restroom, handicapwater fountain, regular fountain, open space for activities, mountain bike trail through woods.

To Reserve A Cabin:Reservations can be made at FD Parks & Recreation in City Hall. We begin taking reservationsfor 2013 the first business day in January. WE DO NOT TAKE RESERVATIONS OVER THE PHONE!Reservations are $50.00 for Snell Crawford & Hydro-Electric, and $75 for Loomis & Oleson. A$100 key deposit required upon signing an agreement for the requested date of all cabinrentals. Contact FD Parks & Recreation at 576-7237 for further information.

Sorry, we do not manage ALL of the shelters around the Fort Dodge area. To rent the the Bob HeunShelter (Kennedy Park), please call 576-4258. To rent the Izaak Walton shelter, call 571-7615.

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Proud Recipient of the Tree City Awardfor the past 29 years!

Phone: 573-5791

Fort Dodge Parks & Recreation is proud to have a full-serviceForestry Department under its auspices. City Forestry providestrimming and/or pruning of city right of way (parking trees),removing dead, dying, hazardous or diseased trees from theparking or other city property. They also grind out and removestumps from the parking and city property and refill holes withblack dirt and compost.

Forestry provides other miscellaneous care of cracked and/orinjured trees and they provide information in regard toinsect/disease problems infecting trees.

Tree Memorial ProgramOne of our most successful parks programs, the tree memorial isan outstanding and thoughtful way to remember a loved one.Call FD Parks & Recreation to receive more information or visitfortdodgeiowa.org to print off a copy of the Tree Memorial OrderForm.

DATES FOR TREE PLANTINGSSpring & Fall

"Operation Merry Mulch"FD Parks & Recreation is proud to be the sponsor of "Operation Merry Mulch".This service assists residents of Fort Dodge in the proper disposal of their Christmastrees (only Christmas trees are accepted). Please be sure all stands, wire, nailsand ornaments are removed!DATES LOCATION12/26-1/21 Oleson Park (by cabin)

Fores t ry Depar tmentNew Open Shelters Available for Rent

New open shelters have been added as amenities in threeof Fort Dodge parks including Snell-Crawford, Phinney andOleson Park. Rental fee is $25/day. The shelters areavailable to any park visitors to use for free when they arenot reserved. Signs posted on the shelters will list days thatreservations are held. Anyone wishing to reserve a shelter

must do so at least 7days in advance,otherwise a $10 latefee will be assessed.Reservations can bemade at FD Parksand Recreation inCity Hall. As with allrentals, we begintaking reservationsfor 2013 the firstbusiness day inJanuary; we do NOTtake reservationsover the phone.Non reserved shelterscan be used on afirst come, firstserved basis.


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Shape Tomorrow

576-5401When you share your love, time and experience, you have the power tohelp a child who needs you.

Foster Grandparents are role models, mentors,and friends.

If you’re 55 or older and want to share yourexperience and compassion, you have what ittakes to be a Foster Grandparent.

Most foster grandparents qualify for a tax-freestipend that amounts to about $2,000 per year.

You’ll receive training prior to serving and haveopportunities for other benefits such as transportation via DART or cashreimbursement.

When you serve as a Foster Grandparent, you’re not just helping others—you’re helping yourself.

You’ll meet new friends, make new discoveries, and maybe evendevelop a more positive outlook on life.

Want to be an Adult Penpal (helping school age children learn letterwriting skills) or join Healthy, Wellthy & Wise, a regular exercise class? Thencall NOW to learn more about how you can share today and shapetomorrow!

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Citizen’s Central617 Central Avenue

Fort Dodge

573-3429Fort Dodge Parks, Recreation & Forestry is proud to offer programs

exclusively for older active adults!Citizen’s Central is for persons 55 & older.

A Facility To Fit All Of Your NeedsCitizen’s Central offers something for everyone including: social activities,games, parties, billiards, adult education classes, exercise equipment, health& wellness activities (including yoga), and computer lab with Internetcapabilities. For a complete monthly schedule of events call Kim Wolfe at573-3429.

2012-13 User FeesThe user fee for Citizen’s Central is $31 per year for individuals 55 and olderand $36 for individuals under 55. Informational programs and healthscreening will remain free for users.

Congregate MealsDAYS TIME LOCATION SUGGESTED FEEMon-Fri 11:30 a.m. Citizen’s Central $3.00-$5.00 60 & older $5.45 under 60 (Salad bar an additional $1.20/day)*For weekly activities & menus see the Lifestyle section in the Sunday Messenger.

Renting the Citizen’s Central FacilityNeed a room for a big party, reception, graduation, meeting or gathering?Rent Citizen’s Central! A variety of meeting/party rooms available withseating for 10-165 people. Call Kim Wolfe at 573-3429 for rental rates andreservations.

FACILITY FEESmall Conference Room $46 + $46 deposit - $92 All Day

(seating for 30-60)

Large Dining Room with kitchen facility $128 + $100 deposit - (4 hour increment)

(seating up to 165) $163 + $100 deposit - (All Day Rental)

*Renters having alcohol will incur an additional $100 fee.*Events held after hours will be charged a $10/hour attendant fee.

Movie FridaysThe first Friday of every month, plan to enjoy a free movie (with paid user fee)shown at C2 @ 12:30 p.m. Monthly birthday party is thrown the same day!


PRO SHOP HOURS

December (Mondays & Thursdays)3rd, 6th, 10th, 13th, 17th and 20th.

Open 11 am - 5 pm, buy gift certificates &merchandise for Christmas presents.

• 2013 fees will be available by November 15, 2012.• 2013 Season Passes will not be available for purchase until

December 1st, 2012.• Come prepared to have your picture taken if purchasing a

membership for the first time.

SPEND YOUR SUMMER @ ROSEDALE!!

• 2013 fees will be available by November 15, 2012.• 2013 Season Passes will not be available for purchase until

December 1st, 2012.• Come prepared to have your picture taken if purchasing a

membership for the first time.

Lakes ide Gol f Course Fa l l /Winter Hours

Rosedale Rapids Aquatic Center Season Passes

Visit the Lakeside Pro Shop duringdesignated hours to purchase your2013 season pass. Season passes will

also be available for purchaseDecember - February from 8 a.m. - 12p.m., & 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. @ the FD Parks &

Recreation Office.

*There is NO discount for earlybirdpurchases.

Don’t wait!Stop at the FD Parks & RecreationOffice to purchase your 2013season pass! Passes and giftcertificates will be available forpurchase December thru May

8 a.m. - 12 p.m.,& 1 p.m. - 5 p.m.


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Do you like working outside...Meeting newpeople? Check out employment opportunitiesavailable with the Fort Dodge Parks & RecreationDepartment...it’s a fun place to work!

If you or someone you know is interested inbecoming lifeguard certified, call the FD Parks& Recreation Office at 515-576-7237 for classinformation.

Looking for a FUN Job?

Positions Available:(Hours required involve nights & weekends.)

Volunteer coaches are needed to offeryouth programs at an affordable cost.If you enjoy working with children andsports, sign up to coach whenregistering your child.

Needed: YOUto Volunteer Coach

Want to be a Lifeguard?

Become a Certified lifeguard and apply at FD Parks & Recreation TODAY!

Aquatic Center Lifeguards/CashiersHarlan Rogers Concessions/Cashier workersMaintenanceMini Camp InstructorsTennis/Golf InstructorsGolf Course Clubhouse/RangersBasketball/Volleyball/Softball Officials

Applications for the 2012-13 season are acceptedbeginning in January. Applications are availableat www.fortdodgeiowa.org or the FD Parks &Recreation office. Please return your completedapplication to:FD Parks & Recreation819 1st Avenue SouthFort Dodge, IA 50501

Badger, IA • 515-545-3212


Aaron PetersonAlex NagelAndrea AndrewsAshley MillerAspen StephanAudra Sherman*Brad LaneBrett DanielChad ScottCharles ClaytonChristine TimmermanConnie RasmussenDavid CravensDawn GroveDee HussDiana YoungDon WoodruffErica SchwendemannGabriel HendricksonJason & Mandi BeckmanJodi HansenJoe PetersonJoy DyvigMike AltmanPearl ChristensenRachel Lundberg

Sahara GibsonScott TimmermanScott UnderbergShelly HartmanBo TjebbenChristine TiernanDave and Kim StoakesDavid DosterDennis Pinkelman*Jay VratnyJeri KnutsonJohn & Duana HowardJohnny CrooksJordan ArnoldJoy SelleckKalleen EngelsKeith & Monica Matthes

Mary ObergMatt ElsberckerMelanie FierkeMolly SchaefferNikkie SummersRenae Gebers*Ryan MaehlScott MesserlyStacy OsbornTim LundbergTodd LeeTom ChristyTina Heyerhoff

Oct. 13 (Saturday) Fall Park Festival3:00 - 8:30 pm Kennedy Park3:00 pm Trail Dedication and Fun Run / Ride at

Kennedy Park to celebrate the new trailconnecting Harlan Rogers to KennedyPark.

4:00 - 7:00 pm Free chance to experience outdoor skills --bb gun shooting, archery, atlatl throwing,canoeing, kayaking, geo-caching, fishing,and hayrack rides.

7:30 pm Movie at the Veteran’s Park amphitheater.“World’s Weirdest Animals” will entertainfamilies of all ages. No charge.Concessions available.

Oct. 15 Campground CLOSES at Kennedy Park

Nov. 8 (Thursday) Friends Banquet5:00 pm Kennedy Park’s Heun shelterEnjoy the friendship and similar concerns for the countypark system at the annual banquet for the Friends ofWebster County Conservation.

Nov. 18 (Sunday) Trout Stocking and Fishing1:00 pm Moorland PondBring friends and family to an afternoon of fun trying tocatch newly stocked trout at Moorland Pond. Enjoy alunch and a brief program.

Dec. 8,9 / 14,15,16 / 21,22,23 Lights At KennedyKennedy Park campgroundDrive thru the Kennedy Park campground and enjoySertoma-sponsored lighting displays.

Cross country skiingOpen ski dates and private rentals will be available againthis winter. Call Karen or Erin at 576-4258 for moreinformation.

Webster County Conservation2012 Public Outdoor Events

Webster County Conservation 1415 Nelson Ave.,Fort Dodge, IA 515-576-4258www.webstercountyia.org

[email protected]**All programs are free unless otherwise noted.

We would like to thank the following individuals who donatedtheir time to be a volunteer youth sports coach in our 2012 sportsseason. Their efforts are appreciated by hundreds of area youth,parents and the FD Parks &Recreation Staff.

O P E N 2 4 H O U R S 3 0 3 6 1 s t A v e S • F o r t D o d g e • 5 1 5 - 5 7 6 - 7 4 0 0

•FULL LINE GROCERY DEPARTMENT • Pharmacy • Tire & Lube Express

• Vision Center • Portrait Studio

• Deli & Bakery • School Supplies

Specia l THANK YOU!


FeesAll fees must be paid at the time of registration. Fees due maybe paid by cash, check, debit card or credit card. Checksshould be made payable to "Fort Dodge Parks & Recreation".Please note all fees may be subject to change.

Non-Resident Fee InformationAll FD Parks & Recreation programs and facilities are fundedby tax supported revenues paid for by the citizens of FortDodge. Therefore a Non-resident fee should be appliedwhere applicable.

Please notice this key as it pertains to fees throughout thisbrochure: (R)-Resident - Pays City water bill (NR)- Non-resident

Refund/Credit PolicyCash refunds will not be made except in cases where a program/class has been cancelled. A credit on your account will be issued for the full amount to be usedtoward any recreational program within the following 12 months. A credit refund will NOT be issued if a class or activity is considered full. Please remember: it isthe parent/guardian responsibility to remember the dates of programs their child has registered for. Credits will not be issued for missed participation.

Weather CancellationsPrograms that are cancelled or postponed due to inclement weather conditions or other unforeseen circumstances beyond our control will be announced assoon as possible. Call 576-6888 for such information. When possible, programs will be rescheduled.

Photo ReleaseOn occasion, our staff may take photographs/videos of participants at FD Parks & Recreation programs and activities. Any photos/videos of participants may beused for future departmental promotional materials.

Email/Text UpdatesMake sure that you are signed up to receive text & email updates from FD Parks & Recreation. Call our office @ 576-7237 to add your cell phone and cell providerand/or your current email. By doing so, you can plan on being up to date about what’s happening with parks and recreation.

Account Troubles?If a participant is outside the birth date range for a selected activity you may have trouble completing an online registration. Call our office at (515)576-7237 forhelp. Please DO NOT create an additional account.

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