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CODE OF CONDUCT
The City of Benton Parks and Recreation expect reasonable and appropriate behavior from those who visit and use the facilities and participate in activities. Benton Parks and Recreation has established a code of conduct to ensure safety and enjoyment and reserves the right to deny admission and/or take disciplinary action against any individual violating the code of conduct. A violation includes, but is not limited to, the use of obscene language or gestures, disorderly conduct, theft, public intoxication, use of drugs, sexual misconduct, indecency, harassment, failure to cooperate with staff, possession of weapons of any kind, non-compliance with established policies and rules, an unlawful activity and any other behavior deemed offensive or unacceptable.
It is the mission of the Benton Parks and Recreation Department to enhance the quality of life in our community. We will strive to provide and maintain quality parks, green spaces, as well as offer enriching recreation activities to the citizens in our community. These services will enhance residents’ health and well-being and promote economic vitality for long-term community sustainability. We will accomplish this through creative leadership, environmentally sustainable, and the responsible use of available resources.
Benton Parks and Recreation is committed to enhancing the quality of life for Benton residents and is playing a significant role in shaping the character of the City through its efforts. Our award-winning programs, parks, staff and facilities make Benton a premier destination for residents and visitors.
Our mission is to provide residents and visitors a clean, safe, enjoyable and well operated park system while offering a multitude of diverse programs and events for all ages and abilities throughout the year. We would not be successful without the efforts of our passionate residents, engaged elected officials, partners and sponsors, as well as our entire Benton Parks and Recreation team.
We value your input, and it is our privilege to serve you! If you are interested in donating, volunteering or have suggestions please reach me directly at stephanie.jones@bentonar.org.
See you at the Parks!
Stephanie Jones Director of Parks & Recreation
ACCURATE INFO
We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information in this guide. However, information is subject to change.
We
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Director of Parks & Recreation
Tom Farmer
INCLUDES: Party room with tables/chairs, access to the leisure pool and competition pook, water slide, diving board, vortex pool, splash pad and inflatables. Located on the 1st floor.
INCLUDES: Party room with tables/chairs, access to the leisure pool and competition pook, water slide, diving board, vortex pool, splash pad and inflatables. Located on the 1st floor.
INCLUDES: Party room with tables/chairs, access to the leisure pool and competition pook, water slide, diving board, vortex pool, splash pad and inflatables. Located on the 2nd floor.
Pavilions Rate Cost
Tyndall Park #1 $10/hour
Tyndall Park #2 $10/hour
Tyndall Park #3 $10/hour
Splash Pad #4 $10/hour
Splash Pad #5 $10/hour
Splash Pad #6 $10/hour
Ralph Bunche #1 $10/hour
Ralph Bunche #2 $10/hour
Sunset Lake $10/hour
Skate Park $10/hour
Farmers Market $25/hour (min 2 hrs)
Aquatics Rate Cost
Aquatics Facility $2500/day
Pool Party Room (1&3) $225/2 hr
Pool Party Room (2) $175/2 hr
Sand Volleyball $5/hour
CW Lewis Stadium
Field $100/day
Tournament Deposit $250
Hourly Rate (min 2 hrs) $30
Amphitheater Rate Cost
Tyndall Park $10/hour
Ralph Bunche $10/hour Gene Moss Building
7a-3p) Gazebos
Tyndall Park $10/hour
Tennis Courts
Tyndall Pickleball Courts
Softball Fields
Tournament Rate $150 (per field/per day) Hourly Rate (min 2 hr) $35/hour
Tournament Deposit
Mother + Son Dance
Have a fun-filled evening with your special guy(s)! Dancing, snacks, games, prizes and more. Dress up in your best superhero attire!
Father-Daughter Dance
A special evening for Dads and Daughters to share! The night is filled with dancing, fun, music, and festivities.
Princess in the Park
Your little Princesses will be enjoying a morning of Songs, Princess Dance Lessons, Meet and Greet and more!
Don’t forget to wear your favorite Princess attire.
St. Patrick’s Day 5K and Little Leprechaun Fun Run
Event in partnership with the Saline County Striders. Come dressed in your St. Patrick’s Day attire and race to the “Pot of Gold”! The Little Leprechauns Fun Run is open to children 12 and Under.
Kids to Parks Day
Free community event located at Tyndall Park. Prizes, food trucks, bounce houses, touch-a-truck and more!
Back to School Family Glow Run
Event in partnership with the Saline County Striders. Come dressed in your Glow-In-The-Dark gear. Light up the night as you run or walk the course! Glow in the dark accessories provided! Prizes for best dressed.
Run, Run Rudolph 5K
Event in partnership with the Saline County Striders. Come dressed in your favorite Christmas attire. Prizes awarded for best dressed. Fun Run is open to children 12 and Under. The race will be followed by our FREE Community Event, Santa in the Park.
Santa in the Park
Enjoy pictures with Santa, Arts & Crafts, Cookie Decorating Station, Carriage Rides, Bounce Houses and more! You don’t want to miss out on this holiday fun!
Inspire Saline Recreation Fair & Family Fun Day
Designed for children and adults with disabilities and their families. Enjoy a fun day of games, art, bounce houses while learning about local resources. All Saline County school districts are invited!
Art in the Park
It’s all about creativity and imagination. Parents/Guardians and their children 3yrs-12yrs will spend time learning and creating together! Supplies will be provided.
Juneteenth
Free community event located at Ralph Bunche Park. Celebrate the achievements of the Black community with vendors, music, games and more!
Inclusive Back to School Dance
This is a sensory-friendly dance party where the lights will be turned on and music down low.
Saline River Canoe Race
In partnership with Saline River Canoe, this unique race will take you along the Saline River Water Trail from Peeler Bend to Lyle Park. Prizes and entertainment for the entire family to enjoy!
Jeepers Halloween
A one-of-a-kind Halloween event for the entire family. Entertainment includes bounce houses, trick-ortreating, games and a decorated Jeep display!
Small Town Christmas
The City of Benton will have plenty of family activities for you, including the skating rink, the entire month of December. Located at the Downtown Benton Farmers Market.
Movies in the Park
A series of movie events in our park facilities with each event providing opportunities to gather as a community. Movies in the Park allows residents to enjoy themselves outdoors or in the pool These movies consist of age and content appropriate viewing to enhance the family atmosphere.
Come see why we were named the 2018 Sports Program of the Year by Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association.
Once your child begins swimming on a team, they will see the benefits of the sport that you would have never realized before. We want to spread the message and make sure all parents know just how great the sport of swimming can be.
Dates: May – July
Ages: 4 to 18
Benefits of Swimming:
• Allows kids to see quick improvement compared to other sports
• Builds self-confidence, self-esteem and focus
• Teaches time management and organization
• Helps kids learn how to compete, win and lose gracefully
• Creates an exercise for life
• Swimming is more fun, healthy, social, cool, and easier to learn than parents and kids ever imagined
• Family friendly and affordable
River Center School of Swim
We are proud to offer swim lessons at River Center Natatorium. We strongly believe that all children should learn the lifesaving skills of swimming in a comfortable environment. Our semi private swim lesson program is designed to teach safety first. We teach the proper stroke technique second. We offer many different levels of lessons for swimmers of all abilities. We help swimmers learn the basics and get them ready for swim team or just to enjoy the pool with their family and friends. At River Center, swimming is a way of life and swimming is fun! We offer 4 levels of development that start with Mommy and Me classes and eventually teaches all four proper strokes. Private and group lessons available.
Dates: All year. Lessons during the summer months run for 4 weeks and during the winter months for 6 weeks. Exact times vary. Contact Adam Nelsen at aquatics@bentonar.org for more details.
Ages: 6 months to 18
Private Swim Lessons
Private lessons offer unique one on one attention and great flexibility in scheduling. We can cater your lessons to your goals with specialized training. Please contact Adam Nelsen to schedule your private lesson.
Dates: Times vary based on pool space and instructor availability
Ages: All
Price: $30 for 30 min lesson
Swimming Without Limits
The (SWOL) program is a special part of the Benton Sharks Team. The group is composed of atypical kids who wish to be included in typical sports. Swimming Without Limits emphasizes inclusiveness, learning water skills, and having fun while building confidence and relationships with others. Parents and swimmers in this program have cultivated beautiful friendships and gained life skills they carry forward for years to come.
Underwater Easter Egg Hunt
Come join our lifeguards for a twist on your usual Easter Egg Hunt. Enjoy pictures with the Easter Bunny while waiting for your age group! Bring your own Easter Basket (Mesh bags work great in the water).
Lifeguard Training
Join the River Center Aquatic Staff and become certified as an American Red Cross Lifeguard. All participants must pass a pre-course swim. Please bring a towel and wear one piece swimsuit or swim trunks. For more information contact Benton Parks and Recreation at aquatics@bentonar.org
Dates: Multiple times throughout the year
Ages: 15 and over
Pool Parties
River Center offers unique birthday experiences in the best facility in Arkansas. We know your family will love to have a birthday celebration in our pool. Inflatables, rock wall, diving board, splash pad and a two story slide will keep your guests entertained. We offer two hour time slots and multiple options on times. Please come by the River Center front desk for more information about booking your party!
Dates: Friday, Saturday and Sunday
Ages: Any
Price: $175 for the BCOH Room and $225 for the Eat My Catfish or Racers Party Room for two hours.
Benton Sharks
Adult Basketball League
Offering Lower, Middle, Upper, and Women’s divisions, this is an 8 Week Program; 6 weeks of Regular Season and 2 weeks of Tournament. Teams play one game per week on either Mondays, Tuesdays, and/or Thursdays. Up to 12 players on the roster. Free Agents welcome.
Dates: January-March and June-July
Location: River Center Gymnasium
Ages: 16+
Adult Cornhole League
A 5-week season that includes an End of Season Playoff. We offer Recreational and Competitive Divisions as any two adults may register as a team. Teams will play 2 to 3 matches each night of games. Free Agents welcome.
Dates: April-May and Oct-Nov
Location: Farmer’s Market
Ages: 14+
Adult Kayaking Camps
Provided by Certified ACA Instructors, Michael & Tonya Sacomani with Saline River Canoe, our Kayaking Camps can help any level of paddler succeed and feel safer on the water. These are one day camps that last 6-7 hours from morning until early afternoon held locally on the Saline River. Multiple levels of courses such as Intro to Essentials 1 or 2 are provided.
Adult Co-ed Volleyball League
A co-ed league that offers Lower, Middle, and Upper Divisions. League encompasses 7 weeks of play that includes an End of Season Tournament. Skip weeks are provided over the Holidays. Up to 12 players on the roster. Free Agents welcome.
Dates: November – January
Location: River Center Gymnasium
Ages: 14+
Adult Pickleball League
Spanning roughly 7 weeks and provides 6-7 nights of game play in December followed by a 2-3 night End of Season Tournament. Adults register as a team of 2 in either our Beginner, Intermediate, or Advanced divisions determined by Pickleball Rankings. Free Agents welcome.
Dates: November – January
Location: River Center Gymnasium
Ages: 14+
Jiu Jitsu
Classes are taught by Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Instructor, Michael Hunter, who comes to us from Pure Land Jiu Jitsu. With a Sandan-3rd Degree Rank in Jiu Jitsu, Michael helped hundreds of individuals achieve their martial arts or self-defense goals. He provides classes that cover Beginner, Advanced, and Competition Training, as well as Advanced Techniques.
Open & Senior Pickleball
Benton Parks and Recreation offers Open Play Pickleball opportunities to all ages and abilities. Based on River Center Gymnasium availability, open play is scheduled on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:00AM-11:00AM. Senior Open Play is scheduled on Wednesdays from 9:00AM-11:00AM.
Dates: Year Round
Location: River Center Gymnasium
Ages: All Ages
Tennis Lessons
Taught by Local Certified Pro Instructor, Brandon Kiker, Benton Parks offer private and group lessons for kids and adults of all ability levels. Amongst private and group tennis lessons, Brandon also provides Tennis for Tots, Junior Team Tennis, Adaptive Tennis, and more!
Dates: Year Round
Location: Tyndall Park Courts
Ages: All Ages
Dates: May
Location: Lyle Park
Ages: 17+
Dates: Year Round
Location: River Center Group Exercise Room
Ages: All Age
“NOBODY WHO EVER GAVE THEIR BEST REGRETTED IT!”
Hosting two 8 Week sessions in the Winter and Summer. This group meets once per week to work on skills, drills, and games. All ages and abilities are welcome; you do not have to be a chair user to participate. As the schedule allows, the Wheelchair Basketball program practices and plays year-round in the River Center and always welcomes new players!
Dates: January-March and June-July
Location: River Center Gymnasium
Ages: 12+
Logan Bussard Memorial Miracle League
Miracle League offers three different divisions: Beginner League (Ages 3-6), Buddy League (Ages 7+), and Independent League (Ages 16+). This is a 6 Week Program [4 Weeks in the Fall] with all teams scheduled one game per week on either Mondays, Tuesdays, and/or Thursdays. Adults may play in either Buddy or Independent League. Buddy League strives to provide one Buddy per athlete to assist them during the game, Independent League strives to allow athletes to play independently to the best of their ability with limited Buddies on the field.
Dates: March-April and September
Location: Tyndall Park Inclusive Field
Ages: 16+
Adaptive Sports Camp
Adaptive Sports Camp provides a 4-6 week clinic opportunity to help participants engage and play in a variety of sports. Sports may include basketball, track, soccer, and/or bowling.
Dates: June and/or July
Location: River Center Gymnasium
Ages: 4+
Unified Volleyball
To encourage inclusiveness in sports, Unified Volleyball strives to bring nontraditional and traditional athletes together to play Volleyball Games. The program includes two weeks of practices that lead up to 4-week, once per week game schedule.
Dates: October
Location: River Center Gymnasium Ages: 8+
Adaptive Tennis Lessons
Taught by Local Certified Pro Instructor, Brandon Kiker, Benton Parks offers private and group lessons for kids and adults of all ability levels. Amongst private and group tennis lessons, adpative options available.
Dates: Year Round
Location: Tyndall Park Tennis Courts
Ages: All Ages
Wheelchair Basketball
Youth Softball
Benton Parks offers two different spring league options: Benton Youth Softball League and the Saline County Softball League. The Benton Youth Softball League is a draft only league that plays all games in Benton and includes Allstar opportunities. The Saline County Softball League allows team registration and plays different towns at different ball parks with some home games in Benton.
[4 weeks in the Fall] All age divisions are provided with two games per week for a total of 8 games. No scores or standings are recorded to ensure this league focuses on player development. We allow team registration, draft, and free agent assistance to help all girls find a place to play!
Dates: March-May and September
Location: Riverside Park Softball Fields, Tyndall Park Softball Fields, &/or other Saline County Ball Parks
Ages: 4-16
Speed & Explosion
Providing six weeks, one session per week, of specific training designed
to help improve your child’s speed, explosiveness, and athletic ability.
Taught by Personal Trainer, Carlos Bellamy with Bell & Me Fitness, your child is poised to run faster and jump higher!
Dates: April-May and SeptemberNovember
Location: River Center Group Exercise Room
Ages: 6-15
Future Spikerz
An offseason volleyball program implemented to help younger girls have more opportunities to develop skills and abilities to begin entering gameplay for the winter league.
Dates: April – May
Location: River Center Gymnasium Ages: 5-7
Youth Sand Volleyball
Designed to provide training and skill development for league volleyball, but in a more unique and fun environment at our Sand Volleyball
“THE EXPERT IN ANYTHING WAS ONCE A BEGINNER!”
Courts. This is a 4-week, twice per week clinic to work on setting, bumping, and serving. Gameplay is also provided.
Dates: June or July
Location: Riverside Park Sand Volleyball Courts
Ages: 5th-9th Graders
Youth Track & Field
Our Youth Track & Field program is once a week for 8 weeks. During the program, based on age, participants are taught various running, throwing, and jumping events such as Sprinting, Relays, Distance, Discus, Shot Put, Long Jump, Triple Jump, Hurdles, and much more. At the end of the program, participants are divided into teams to compete in an officially timed Track Meet. The program closes with a celebrational Awards Banquet to encourage the kids efforts all summer long!
Dates: June – August
Location: Benton Athletic Complex with the Benton School District Ages: 5-16
Youth Pickleball
As one of the fastest growing sports in the United States, Benton Parks offers a twice per week, 6-week Youth Pickleball Clinic. Participants will learn the various rules and gameplay of the sport, as they are trained on the many paddle strokes leading into gameplay.
Dates: June – July
Location: Tyndall Park Pickleball Courts, River Center Gymnasium Ages: 9-16
Youth Wrestling Camp
Benton Parks offers a one-week camp to help families gain insight to the exciting sport of youth wrestling. Here, families can experience their child learning basic wrestling moves and competing in matches. The camp leads into the greater Youth Wrestling Purple Cobras Club that occurs in the Winter.
Dates: July
Location: River Center Gymnasium Ages: 6-14
Youth Volleyball Clinics
Benton Parks offers a one-week camp to help girls tune up their volleyball skills and abilities. With partners such as Hendrix University Volleyball Team and Arkansas Select Volleyball, our clinics offer top notch information and training to help girls reach their full potential before we enter the greater Youth Volleyball Leagues towards the Winter.
Dates: August
Location: River Center Gymnasium
Ages: 1st-9th Graders
Youth Volleyball Leagues
Offering three different volleyball league opportunities: Clinics only for 1st Grade Players, Recreation League for 2nd-9th Grade (draft only), and Competitive League for 4th-7th Grade (free agent and team registration). Both leagues are 6-week leagues with two games per week and includes an End of Season Tournament.
Dates: October – November
Location: River Center Gymnasium
Ages: 1st-9th Graders
Youth Wrestling
Come join the Youth Wrestling Purple Cobras! Our wrestling club starts practices in November, and the program ends with the State Tournament the first weekend in March. Registration covers the participant’s wrestling singlet and USA AR Wrestling Membership. Saturday tournament opportunities are available, however these are optional and an additional charge.
Dates: November - March
Location: River Center Gymnasium
Ages: 6-14
Rhythmic & Dance Classes
Taught by Instructor Aleksandra Gerusova, our classes meet twice weekly each calendar month. Aleksandra comes to us with 20+ years of experience from Russia and holds two degrees in teaching dance.
Dates: Year Round
Location: River Center Group
Exercise Room
Ages: 3-12
January Rising Stars
A program where kids meet once per week to be introduced to different sports. Participants gain experience and skill development in a variety of sports and participant families get to see what sports interest their children more. Some of the sports introduced, we offer expanded programs during the year for solely that sport. In January, we cover Blastball, Volleyball, Track & Disc Golf.
Dates: January
Location: River Center Gymnasium
Ages: 3-5
February Rising Stars
Participants gain experience and skill development in a variety of sports and participant families get to see what sports may interest their children more. With some of the sports introduced, we offer expanded programs during the year for solely that sport. In February, we cover Soccer, Bowling, Basketball & Football.
Dates: February
Location: River Center Gymnasium
Ages: 3-5
A CoEd introductory t-ball league designed to help kids experience their first time on a field with other players. All equipment is provided by Benton Parks and Recreation. Only a soft bat and soft ball is used, so helmets and gloves are not required. This is a five week season in the spring and four week season in the fall.
Dates:: March-April and September
Location: Tyndall Park Softball Fields
Ages: 3-5
Lil Putters
A four week, once per week clinic that introduces and teaches toddlers the fundamentals of Golf. Each week we review golfing stance, grip, club type, ball approach, and parts of a club. We use putters, wedges, and drivers to review putting, chipping, and long drive swings.
Dates: June and July
Location: River Center Gymnasium
Ages: 4-7
Little Olympians
Introducing and teaching toddlers to the sport of Track & Field. Each week we review starting stances, race components, and plyometric exercises. Throughout the clinic, we teach them sprinting, javelin throws, broad jump, long jump, hurdles, and finish with a exciting obstacle course race!
Dates: June and July
Location: Benton Athletic Complex with the Benton School District
Ages: 3-5
Lil Spikerz
Clinics that introduces and teaches toddlers the basics of Volleyball. Throughout the clinic, participants are taught bumping, setting, and serving. To preserve play and success, beach balls and dodgeballs are utilized along with volleyballs.
Dates: October
Location: River Center Gymnasium
Ages: 3-5
“I NEVER LOSE. EITHER I WIN OR I LEARN!”
Blastball
Outdoor Adventurers
In association with the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission’s Outdoor Skills Patch Program, our participants are provided a calendar with a dozen plus outdoor activities that occur throughout the year. These activities include, but are not limited to, Archery, Kayaking, Fishing, Education & Activity Courses, and much more. Many of the activities the participants complete they can earn a Patch to commemorate their newly learned skill and knowledge. Adventures are provided a Benton Parks Ranger Vest to display patches.
Dates:
March – November
Location: Multiple Parks
Ages: 9-15
Youth Fishing Camps
In March, we offer two 1-week fishing camps in association with the Fishing in the Natural State Curriculum provided by the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission. Each night, participants learn Arkansas waters, fish, habitats, and more. Participants learn different parts to a fishing pole, how to rig a pole, they make their own lure, and practice casting. On the last night, families meet us for an afternoon of fishing at Sunset Lake. Benton Park supplies all needed equipment.
Dates: March
Location: Tyndall Park Gene Moss
Building, Sunset Lake
Ages: 8-16
Youth Archery Lessons
Taught by a certified local school district Instructors, our Youth Archery Lessons are once a week for four
weeks. We provide Beginner and Advanced lessons following along with the NASP Curriculums. Participants get to practice shooting at 3D targets on the last week. We offer multiple months of lesson opportunities.
Dates: April, May, June, September, October
Location: Benton Archery Complex Ages: 9-18
Youth Kayaking Camps
Provided by Certified ACA Instructors, Michael & Tonya Sacomani with Saline River Canoe, our Kayaking Camps can help any level of paddler succeed and feel safer on the water. These are one day camps that last 6-7 hours from morning until early afternoon held locally on the Saline River. Multiple levels of courses such as Intro to Essentials 1 or 2 are provided.
Dates: May – July
Location: Lyle Park Ages: 9-16
Outdoor Education Courses & Activities
In partnership with the Arkansas Game & Fish Commission and our Outdoor Adventurers program, Benton Parks hosts a variety of outdoor recreation and education courses. These courses may include, but not limited to, Hunter’s Ed, Boater’s Ed, Game-Calling, Watchable Wildlife, Conservation Leadership, Intro to Trapping, and more.
Dates: June – November
Location: Multiple Parks Ages: All Ages, Varies per Course
Boys & Girls Club of Saline County >>>
Programs: Youth Basketball, Youth Soccer, & Youth Flag Football
Ages: PreK-6th Graders
Phone: 501-315-8100
Website: https://www.scbgclub.com/ riverside-club
Benton Youth Sports Association >>>
Programs: Youth Baseball – Spring & Fall Seasons
Ages: 4-15
Website: bentonbaseball.com
Panther Developmental Football League >>>
Programs: Youth Football
Ages: 4th-6th Graders
Email: therealpdfl@yahoo.com
Website: https://leagues. bluesombrero.com/therealpdfl
Benton Adult Softball >>>
Programs: Adult Softball – Summer & Fall Seasons
Ages: 18+
Email: bentonarsoftball@gmail.com
Benton Youth Soccer Academy >>>
Programs: Competive Soccer
Ages: 2-17
Email: hobby@redi-doorstorage.com
Quality of Life Honorable Mention, City Population Over 20,000:
Arkansas Business, City of Distinction [2014]
Stephanie Jones Awarded Employee of the Year: City of Benton [2015]
Youth Tennis Programs Awarded Member Organization of the Year: Arkansas Tennis Association [2015]
Stephanie Jones Awarded Young Professional of the Year: Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2016]
Youth Tennis Awarded Program of the Year: Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2016]
Field of the Year, American Legion at Bernard Holland Park: Arkansas Turf Grass Association [2016]
Readers’ Choice Best Swimming Pool, Saline Courier [2017-2020]
Stephanie Jones Awarded Victor Sheshunoff Education Award: Arkansas Tennis Association [2017]
Youth & Adult Tennis Programs Awarded Member Organization of the Year: Arkansas Tennis Association [2017]
River Center Awarded Facility of the Year; Riverside Park: AR Recreation and Parks Association [2018]
Adam Nelsen Awarded Professional of the Year: Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2018]
Benton Sharks Awarded Sports Management Program of the Year: Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2018]
Adam Nelsen Selected to Speak at World Aquatics Health Conference, Benton Sharks [2019]
Festival of the Year 1-4yrs, Annual Dances: Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2019]
Field of the Year, Riverside Soccer Complex: Arkansas Turf Grass Association [2019]
Home of the CASC Racers who won the Overall, Boys and Girls 14 & Under State Championship in AR Swimming [2020]
Therapeutic Program of the Year, Adaptive Sports Camp: Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2020]
Adam Nelsen Selected to Speak at Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association & National Recreation and Parks Association [2020]
Daniel Baxley Awarded Professional of the Year: Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2020]
Therapeutic Recreation Program of the Year, Swimming Without Limits:
Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2021]
Outstanding New Professional of the Year, Tyler Rollins: Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2022]
Festival of the Year 1-5yrs., Santa in the Park: Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2022]
Facility of the Year, Inclusive Field at Tyndall Park: Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2022]
Young Professional of the Year, Lauren Brown: Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2023]
Festival of the Year, Kids to Parks Day: Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2023]
Professional of the Year, Junior Rodemeyer: Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2023
Stephanie Jones: Board President of Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2023]
Arkansas Section of the American Society of Civil Engineers, Lyle Park ASCE Small Project of the Year [2023]
Engineering Excellence Awards, Benton Archery Range: American Council of Engineering [2024]
Adam Nelsen: General Chair position of Arkansas Swimming [2024]
Adam Nelsen: Age Group Coach of the Year [2024]
Outdoor Facility of the Year
$200,000-$500,000, Ralph Bunche
Amphitheater Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2024]
Outdoor Facility of the Year Over $500,000, Benton Bike Park
Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2024]
Brandon Spurlock Awarded New Outstanding Professional of the Year Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2024]
Natural Resources Program of the Year, Youth Kayaking Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2024]
Therapeutic Recreation Program of the Year, Miracle League Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2024]
Logan Bussard Awarded the Presidential Citation
In loving memory of Coach Bussard: December 7, 1991- March 31, 2024
Arkansas Recreation and Parks Association [2024]
In the coming years, 511 acres of undeveloped land will be added to Benton’s Parks and Recreation System. Of the 511 acres purchased, the concept plan shows about 30% of it, and what Parks and Recreation plans to do. Soccer fields, a dog park, a pavilion, a swimming pool, a playground, baseball/softball fields, a passive/rain garden, river access parking, a boat ramp, kayak landing, a fishing deck, hiking trails and indoor soccer/ sports facility will be managed and maintained by Benton Parks and Recreation. Additionally, the land will connect the Lyle Park River access to the Cherry Demuth River access six miles down the Saline River. The first construction of about six soccer fields, is expected within two to three years. Other needs identified in the 2040 plan include paved bike trails, neighborhood parks, mountain biking trails, a tennis/pickleball complex, camp grounds, an archery range, a championship disc golf course, and a renovation of CW Lewis Stadium.
THOMAS SOCCER COMPLEX
1. Main Field with Covered Bleacher Seating
2. Soccer Fields with Artificial Turf
3. Restrooms and Concessions
4. Highway 229 Entrance
5. Parking Lot
6. (x4) Standard Soccer Fields with Artificial Turf
7. Future Indoor Sports Facility
CHERRY’S LANDING CAMPGROUND
[Preliminary Concept]
1. Office Building/Check-In/Bait Shop 8. Large Group Primitive Campsites
2. Gated Access to Campsite
3.
ADA Raised Platform Campsites
7. Shower/Restroom Building
Walking Trail
Overflow Parking
Primitive Campsites
Yurts
Tree Houses 5. Raised Platform Campsites
Boat Ramp Entrance
Boat Ramp
