2024 Spring/Summer Activity Guide

2024 Spring/Summer Activity Guide

Administrative Offices

30 W. Central St. Chippewa Falls, WI 54729 parkforest@chippewafalls-wi.gov

Office Hours

Monday Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm,

Friday 8:30am-12:00pm

Online

Facebook.com/CF.ParksRec/ Instagram.com/cfparksandrec Chippewafallswi.myrec.com

Chippewafalls-wi.gov

Telephone

Parks, Recreation and Forestry

(715) 723-0051

Fax (715) 720-6932

Recreational Programing (715) 726-2773

Bernard F. Willi Pool (715) 726-2733

John Jimenez

Director of Parks, Recreation & Forestry jjimenez@chippewafalls-wi.gov

Recreation Supervisor

Ashley Leahy

Administrative Assistant aleahy@chippewafalls-wi.gov

Park Maintenance Staff

Kevin Sweeney, Cynthia Valentino, Seth Wildenberg, Brian Anderson , Micki Tietz

Park Board

President: Beth Arneberg, Vice-President: John Abbe,

Secretary: Audrey Stowell, Reggie Geissler, Travis Siebert, Justin Agnew, City Council: Heather Martell

Park Board Meetings

Regular meetings of the Chippewa Falls Park Board are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 6pm. The Park Board typically meets in the conference room on the second floor of City Hall, 30 W. Central St., Chippewa Falls. The public is always welcome to express their ideas or opinions on any pertinent matter. Visit the link below for a complete list of meeting agendas and minutes.

http://www.chippewafalls-wi.gov/your-government/

Greetings from your Director,

Welcome to the 2024 Chippewa Falls Parks, Recreation and Forestry Spring and Summer Activity Guide. We are excited about this year as we are providing a variety of new and exciting Programs and Special Events for all ages!

Chippewa Falls is well known for its unique and beautiful park facilities. This is largely due to our amazing Parks Maintenance Staff and the support of the community and the commitment of our Mayor, City Council, and Park Board members. Additionally, we would like to thank all of the individuals, organizations, and businesses of the Chippewa Falls area that continue to generously donate time and money to make our community a better place to live and recreate. For that, we are extremely grateful. It is our goal as a department to provide superior programming that focuses on educational opportunities that emphasizes Active/Healthy Habits and Social/Emotional Development. We are bringing in an array of Programs and Activities unlike anything the City of Chippewa Falls has seen. From Archery to Music and Soccer to our Junior Zoo Keeper program! We encourage your input, advice and/or comments to better serve your leisure needs. Please reach out to us with ideas regarding improvements and future opportunities that you would like to see in our community.

OUR VISION

The Vision of the Chippewa Falls Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department is to provide meaningful experiences that honor our historic and ever-growing community.

OUR MISSION

Our Mission is to meet and exceed our community’s expectations by maintaining clean, safe, and beautiful parks and facilities for all to enjoy for generations to come. By providing leisure and recreational activities, we will promote healthy habits and educational, social and emotional development that last a lifetime.

Irvine Park

Employee Opportunities

Park Maintenance (16+)

Petting Zoo (16+)

Welcome Center (16+)

Casper Park

Park Maintenance (16+)

Pool Managers (17+)

Assistant Pool Managers (17+)

Lifeguards (15+)

Swim Instructor (16+)

Cashier (16+)

Bernard F. Willi Outdoor Pool Recreation

Rec Assistant (18+)

Rec Leaders (15+)

• Summer Programs

• Special Events

• Tournaments

Soccer Officials (14+)

Basketball Official (18+)

Softball Umpires (17+)

Apply Now!

Visit our website for full job descriptions on the positions listed above! We can’t wait for you to join our team! Search Parks and Rec / Seasonal Employment Opportunities.

http://chippewafalls-wi.gov/pr

Submit your application and resume to

John Jimenez, Parks, Recreation, and Forestry Director jjimenez@chippewafalls-wi.gov

Recreation Supervisor

Disclaimer of the Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District

The Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District from time to time permits the distribution of information about appropriate non-commercial activities sponsored by organizations. The fact that this information is distributed through the Chippewa Falls Area School Unified School District does not mean or imply sponsorship of, or support of, the activity by the school system. Any problems related to the operation of the activity will be strictly between the participant and the sponsoring organization. Request for further information about the activity should be directed to the sponsoring organization

PARK HOURS:

Parks &

Facilities

2024 Reservations will be accepted throughout the year, all reservations can be made a year in advance:

• Reservations can be made online at MyRec

• Reservations for facilities are all day reservations, 9am-9pm.

• The cost of your facility reservation must be paid in full within two weeks of making the reservation. An additional $25 key deposit (cash or check) is required upon pick-up of the key to your reserved facility prior to your event.

SPECIAL EVENTS: If your event contains any one or more of the following, you will need to call the Parks and Rec Office and complete a Special Event Application:

• Food or beverage sales (food trucks)

• Entry fees

• Putting up tents, amusement rides, or inflatables

• Fundraiser

• Will have 100+ attendees

NON-PROFIT GROUPS:

Special weekday rates apply. Call for pricing.

Community Garden

The Chippewa Falls Parks and Recreation Dept. and the University of Wisconsin Extension Chippewa County are offering community gardening in Chippewa Falls for the 2024 growing season.

12 X 24 plots - Marshall Park (Bridgewater Ave.)

Available for lease by individuals, households, or organizations.

Leasing plot fee: $20/city resident or $30/non-resident.

Applications are available to pick up at the UW-Extension: Chippewa County Office

711 Bridge St., Room 13.

For more information call: 715-726-7950

Wildflower Sanctuary

Wildflower Sanctuary is located just south of the Duck Pond. Enjoy the beauty of the newly rebuilt Spring Brook Waterfall. Learn about 225+ WI wildflower varieties by following the colored picture markers for a “What’s in Bloom” self-guided tour or take a guided tour with a Lake Wissota Garden Club member!

www.lakewissotagardenclub.weebly.com

Guided Tours - 2nd Saturday of each month September, 11am-noon. Meet at the ” Sign.

Hiking Trails Ski Trails Playground Splash Pad

Sand Volleyball

349 Acres Picnic Areas Pavilions/Shelters

Chippewa Falls businessman William Irvine, his firm, Chippewa Lumber and Boom Company, and L.C. Stanley established Irvine Park in 1906 through a generous donation of 165 acres of land. Since then, the size of Irvine Park has grown to 318 acres and is a recreational resource for the citizens of Chippewa Falls at every turn. Take time to explore and appreciate this beautiful park and all that it has to offer!

Take a short walk through Irvine Park, and you will find many areas with rich history:

• The Band Shell, designed in the 19th Century Romantic tradition and erected in 1924, stands as a memorial to “Our Soldiers and Sailors.” This popular site is used for summertime concerts and weddings.

• The historic Irvine Park Main Pavilion, built in 1908, is a great alternative for your reunions or large group gatherings. This pavilion can accommodate approximately 130-150 people for your events and comes with the use of the kitchenette behind the pavilion.

• The Sunny Valley Schoolhouse, built in 1903, and the Log Cabin, over 100 years old, are fine examples of our proud heritage. These sites are open in the summer to the public, but hours may vary.

• The Rumbly Bridge was erected in 1907 over Duncan Creek near the Park’s back entrance. The Rumbly Bridge is possibly the only remaining metal truss in Wisconsin specifically designed as an ornamental park bridge.

As you walk through the park, there is history at every turn.

Wildlife is abundant here at Irvine Park Zoo! We house a variety of birds and mammals from around the globe. Our picturesque duck pond has been treasured for generations. We are especially proud of our exhibits that house the Big Cats and American Black Bears. Watch them take a splash in their ponds and run through their waterfalls.

The Petting Zoo is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

HOURS

ZOO: Dawn - Dusk

PETTING ZOO: 10:00AM - 6:00PM

WELCOME CENTER: 11:00AM - 5:00PM

WELCOME CENTER

The Irvine Park Welcome Center provides a look at the parks rich history that was put together by UWEC History students in 2022. The Welcome Center is also proud to offer Olson’s Ice Cream and other treats!

Admission is free but donations are appreciated

4 fields $1,200.00

2 Full Time Staff $25.00/per hour

For more information contact 715-723-0051

Gannon Field

Leinenkugel’s Softball Complex

2024 Tournament Schedule

Chippewa Valley Rugby Team Field

Per Game $75.00

The Leinenkugel’s Throwdown April 13-14 (PDGA Pro/Am B-Tier)

Spring Open May

Spring and Fall Registration Dates

Spring 1/29/2024 - 3/17/2024

For more Information go to Page 16.

Chippewa Riverfront

Chippewa Riverfront is located along the river, below the dam, on the corner of S. Bridge Street and W. River Street. With Allen Park located across the street this area boasts a large amount of waterfront property and great views. The Riverfront officially opened June 2019 and many large events, including Chippewa Falls’ 150th Bash and the Sunday Night Concert Series were held here during its first year! This park allows for users of all types to enjoy it’s views, amenities, and many events to come in 2024! See page 21 for the 2024 Music at the Riverfront Concert Series schedule!

This park was built to withstand floods that will happen from time to time being located so close to the river, however, we recommend using caution along the shore and in the park during high water times and all seasons.

Park Amenities:

• Multi-use trails for biking, walking, rollerblading, etc.

• Large amphitheater and 3 pavilions,

• Access for fishing along river bank

• Swinging Park benches

• Picnic Area

• Water fountain for viewing

• Restrooms

Park Rules:

• Hours: 4am - 11pm (except shore fishing or passing through on trails)

• Rollerblading, skateboarding, and biking are allowed on paved trails only no raised objects or steps

• Pets must remain on a 6 ft. leash at all times and be cleaned up after

• Alcohol consumption is allowed sunrise to sunset

• Keep the park clean

Welcome to Erickson Park!

Erickson Park, is a brand new park to the Chippewa Area that opened June 2019. Nestled on the south end of Glen Lock Lake, visitors can access the park from Ashley Lane off WI-124 or through Irvine Park via a footbridge connects Erickson both parks.

Erickson Park has many amenities for year-round nature enthusiasts and families including multi-use paved trails, picnic areas, small craft boat launch, and accessible fishing pier and kayak launch. Memories are waiting to be made at one of Chippewa Falls’ most beautiful parks! The accessibility of the park allows all users to utilize its amenities and trails and experience all that Erickson Park has to offer!

Pavilions (1 large, 2 small) will be available for the public to reserve during the 2024 season. To reserve any facility, please stop by the Parks & Rec Office or visit MyRec to request a reservation online.

Happy Tails Dog Park

Open Daily From Dawn to Dusk

The Little Squirt

The Fun Zone

TheLittleSquirt is a small fenced-in area for those smaller pups to play with friends of their own size. The shaded picnic area is great for humans too!

The Big Daddy

Perfect for medium to large breed dogs, The FunZoneis a fencedin area for dogs to play fetch or to stay a bit closer to their owner.

Permits

Daily Use Permit:

$3.00 (pay @ park)

Annual Permit:

$25/year – First dog

$5 per additional dog

Annual permits may be purchased at the Police Dept. or Parks & Rec Office in City Hall. You are required to complete the permit form that is available at either location or on the Happy Tails website listed below.

The Big Daddy is a large fenced-in area featuring a 1 mile track around the 60+ acres of land where dogs can roam offleash and owners exercise! Benches are available

Park Rules

Please visit Happy Tails website for a complete list of all Park Rules: https://www.happytailsdogpark.org/

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www.happytailsdogpark.org

Bernard F. Willi Outdoor Pool

2024 SEASON: June 7 - August 25

Family Passes MUST be purchased at the Parks & Rec Office.

Single Passes may be purchased online, in-person, or mailed in.

*Pool Passes CANNOT be purchased at the outdoor pool*

Youth single pass: Any individual youth under age 18. Adult single pass: Any individual adult 18 or older. Family pass: Includes up to 5 individuals in one household ONLY, all residing at the same address. Extra persons over 5 are an additional $5.00 each and must reside at the same address.

• Two adults maximum on one Family Pass.

• We do not accept neighbors/friends/extended relatives (grandparents) who are not immediate full-time caretakers/dependents to be on the family pass. Only parents and/or legal guardians can register youth participants.

Questions regarding passes? Call the Parks and Rec office @ 715.723.0051 or stop in and visit us on the 1st floor of City Hall!

Aqua Zumba

Get ready to have some fun in the water while burning some series calories! Drop-in structure, come as you please to the dates that work for you.

Dates: Wed nights: June 12-August 21 Ages: 10-90

20

Shaded Space $60.00

Includes admission for 25 people ($2.50 per additional persons

Grass Space $80.00

Includes admission for 35 people ($2.50 per additional person)

FEES:

City Resident: $40.00

SWIM SWIM LESSONS

Non-City Resident: $45.00

Session I: June 10-20

Register: April 22 June 9

Session II: July 8-18

Register: June 21 July 7

Session III: July 29 - August 8

Register: July 19—28

Parent & Child

Register: June 10-23, July 8-21

Parent & Child

Prerequisites: No skill prerequisites. Participants ages 6-36 months accompanied by a parent in the water.

Purpose: A basic water introduction to orient young children, with the support of a parent, to the water while improving comfort level through activities such as songs, games, and bubbles.

Pre-School

Prerequisites: No skill prerequisites. Participants must be 3 years old to start.

Purpose: To orient preschool-age children to the aquatic environment and help them acquire basic water skills such as floats, bubbles, and kicks.

Level 1

Prerequisites: Participants must pass PreSchool or be able to put face in water and float comfortably with limited assistance.

Purpose: To begin developing positive attitudes, good swimming habits, and safe water practices. Skills focus on floats, submerging, and comfort in the water.

Level 2

Prerequisites: Participants must pass Level 1 or float without support, hold breath for 3 seconds with face in water.

Purpose: To teach participants fundamental skills including floating independently and basic swimming strokes.

Level 3

Prerequisites: Participants must pass Level 2 or front crawl 5 body lengths without support, and hold breath while floating for 5 seconds..

Purpose: To build on the Level 2 skills by providing additional guidance in deeper water with emphasis on front and back crawl, elementary backstroke and treading water.

Level 4

Prerequisites: Participants must pass Level 3 or front crawl 15 yards with rotary breathing, back crawl 15 yards & elementary backstroke 10 yards.

Purpose: To develop participants’ confidence in Level 3 strokes. Emphasis will be placed on

Level 5

Prerequisites: Participants must pass Level 4.

Purpose: To further learn how to coordinate and refine all strokes with emphasis on technique and endurance.

Level 6

Prerequisites: Participants must pass Level 5.

Purpose: To refine strokes so participants swim with more ease, efficiency, power, and smoothness over greater distances.

Swim programs are taught by American Red Cross certified Water Safety Instructors.

Objectives: Provide all participants with the highest level of water safety knowledge and to improve their current level of strength, endurance and swimming technique. Gain lifelong experiences and water safety knowledge to build a safer community.

Parent & Child Offered after sessions 1 & 2

June 24 - 27

10:00 - 10:30AM

6:15 - 6:45PM

July 22 - 25

11:00 - 11:30AM

6:15 - 6:45PM

Session I (June 10 - 20)

Pre School

9:15 - 9:45AM

6:45 - 7:15PM

Level 1

10:00 - 10:30AM

10:45 - 11:15AM

6:15 - 6:45PM

7:15 - 7:45PM

Levels 2, 3, 4

9:15 - 10:00AM

10:00 - 10:45AM

10:45 - 11:30AM

6:15 - 7:00PM

7:00 - 7:45PM

Level 5, 6

10:45 - 11:30AM

Session II (July 8 - 18)

Pre School

9:15 - 9:45AM

6:45 - 7:15PM

Level 1

10:00 - 10:30AM

10:45 - 11:15AM

6:15 - 6:45PM

7:15 - 7:45PM

Levels 2, 3, 4

9:15 - 10:00AM

10:00 - 10:45AM

10:45 - 11:30AM

6:15 - 7:00PM

7:00 - 7:45PM

FEES: City Resident: $20.00; Resident: $30.00

Prerequisites: Participants must pass Level 5.

Level 5, 6

Purpose: To refine strokes so participants swim with more ease, efficiency, power, and smoothness over greater distances.

10:45 - 11:30AM

Session III (July 29 - August 8)

Pre School

9:15 - 9:45AM

6:45 - 7:15PM

Level 1

10:00 - 10:30AM

10:45 - 11:15AM

6:15 - 6:45PM

7:15 - 7:45PM

Levels 2, 3, 4

9:15 - 10:00AM

10:00 - 10:45AM

10:45 - 11:30AM

6:15 - 7:00PM

7:00 - 7:45PM

Level 5, 6

10:45 - 11:30AM

Youth Activities

Fun in the Sun

Offering a NEW and exciting way to play! With interactive games your kids will be looking forward to this weekly!

Date: June 27 - August 1

Location: Irvine Park

Registration: May 20 - June 16

Ages: 3 4 & 5 6

Resident Non-Resident

Fee: $20.00 $30.00

Thursday Mornings

3-4 5-6 10:00-10:30AM 11:00-11:45PM

Dodgeball

Ready, Aim, Dodgeball! Signed up today for our NEW Youth Dodgeball at St. Charles. 45 minutes of fun for the kids after-school!

Date: April 4 25

Location: St. Charles Borromeo

Registration: Feb 19 - Mar 24

Ages: 5 7 & 8 10

Resident Non-Resident

Fee: $15.00 $20.00

Thurs. Nights

-6:30PM

-7:45PM

Art in the Park

Join the Bridge Street Art and Gift Co-Op for a fun-packed art camp! Students will explore and create projects associated with color, shapes, and patterns found in nature. Art supplies are included with registration.

Dates: July 22 - 25

Location: Irvine Park Activity Building & Welcome Center

Registration: June 3 - July 17 AGES: 5-8, 9-15

Resident Non-Resident

Fee: $25.00 $35.00

July 22, 23, 24, 25

Tee Ball

Program Hours 9:30AM — 1:00PM

This late Summer program will teach our youth the basic skills and movement of tee-ball. Sessions 1 & 2 in Week 1 will be instructional drills, our last 6 sessions we will break into teams and run scrimmages.

Date: July 16 - August 8

Location: Casper Park LSC- Fields Green/ Orange

Registration: May 20 - July 2

Ages: 4-6

Resident Non-Resident

Fee: $40.00 $50.00

Time: Tues.

Thurs. Nights 5:30-PM-7:30PM

Youth Activities

Spring/Summer Soccer

Youth soccer provides an opportunity for players to have fun playing the game with friends and build on their physical literacy skills: running, jumping, kicking, and teamwork. No experience required!

Location: Casper Park

Spring Registration: January 29 March 17

Dates: April 20 June 1

Summer Registration: April 29 June 2

Dates: June 15—July 27

Resident Fee: $35/Child; $30/Child 2; $25/Child 3; $20/Child 4-7.

Non-Resident Fee: $40/Child $35/Child 2; $30/Child 3; $25 Child 4-7

Archery

Chippewa Bowhunter's Club will show our youth the safety and fundamentals of archery. Final classes will be out on the 3D archery range.

Date: July 2- August 10

Location: CBC - 3181 180th St.

Registration: May 20 - June 30

Ages: 10-17

Resident Non-Resident

Fee: $30.00 $35.00

Time: Tues. Thurs. Nights Beginner 5:00-6:00PM, Experienced 6:15-7:15PM

Summer Basketball

Teaching the basic fundamental skills of basketball; build basic basketball skills including: passing, shooting, dribbling, and movement on the court.

Date: August 3 September 7

Location: Stillson Elementary

Registration: May 6 - June 16

Grades: 1st & 2nd

Resident Non-Resident

Fee: $40.00 $50.00

Sat Mornings

Sat mornings 9:00AM & 10:45AM

Youth Camps

Challenger Soccer Camp

Campers will have an opportunity to improve their soccer skills prior to Fall Soccer by participating in the Challenger Soccer Camp. Skills will focus on dribbling, passing, shooting, and practicing good sportsmanship! To register go to: https://challenger.configio.com/pd/250512/chippewafalls-parks-recreation-and-forestry .

Date: July 22-26

Location: Casper Park

Tiny Tykes 3-5 107 8:00-8:45

Half Day Program 6-7 143 9:00-12:00

Half Day Program 8-9 143 9:00-12:00

Half Day Program 10-12 143 9:00-12:00

Half Day Program 13-15 143 9:00-12:00

Viper Rugby Camp

The Chippewa Valley Vipers Rugby Team are leading this amazing camp opportunity! Participants will learn the fundamentals of Rugby through safe and hands on instruction. Participants will walk away feeling confident and energized to learn more!

Date: June 25 28

Location: Casper Park

Registration: May 13 June 14

Ages: 10 13

Resident Non-Resident

Fee: $10.00 $15.00

Tuesday— Friday 6:00PM start time

Junior Zoo Keeper

Learn about various aspects of the Irvine Park Zoo including the facility, maintenance, and general care of the various animals. Participants will get to work first hand with our zoo keepers.

Date: June 11 - 28

Location: Irvine Park– Activity Building

Registration: April 15 May 26

Resident Non-Resident

Fees: Week 1 $40.00 $50.00 Week 2 $40.00 $50.00 Week 3 $40.00 $50.00

Ages: 7-8 9:00AM-10:15AM

Ages: 9-10 10:30AM-11:45AM

Ages: 11-13 1:00PM-2:15PM

Adult Activities

Pickleball Clinic

This intro to pickleball clinic will show beginners how to play the game. For young and old, Pickleball is for everyone. Learn the essentials of the game while having fun doing it.

Dates: June 3, 10, 17 / July 1, 8, 15

Location: Buchanan Park

Registration: Apr 29 - June 2 / June 3-30

Resident Non-Resident

Fee: $15.00 $25.00

Monday Nights

6:00PM - 7:30PM

Disc Golf League

Join our Saturday Morning Disc Golf League! This is open to everyone 18+ years of age. All skills sets.

Dates: June 8 — August 31

Registration: May 6 June 2

Resident Non-Resident

Fee: $15.00 $25.00

Saturday Mornings

9:00AM start time

Pickleball Tournaments

Round robin to seed then, bracket style. First to 11- win by 1. Winner reports score of match. Tiebreakers will go as follows, head-to-head, lowest points allowed. Players will switch sides at point 6. Backup date for rain will be the following day on Sunday. The basketball court will be used to warm up for your match with portable nets and extra courts if necessary.

Pure Water Days- Men’s/Women’s

Divisions:

Women’s Intermediate (3.0-4.0), Men’s Intermediate (3.0-4.0), Men’s Advanced (4.0+)

Date: August 10

Location: Buchanan Park

Registration: July 1 - August 6

Fall Classic- Men’s/Mixed Doubles

Divisions:

Women’s Intermediate (3.0-4.0), Men’s Intermediate (3.0-4.0), Men’s Advanced (4.0+)

Date: October 5

Location: Buchanan Park

Registration: Aug 26 - October 1

Resident Non-Resident

Individual Fees: $15.00 $20.00

Co Ed Softball

Co-Ed Softball on Wednesday evenings starting in August, open to anyone 18(+). It will be a limited arc league (pitches must be from 6ft-12ft). Each team must turn in a roster, which can be found on the sign-up page. Lineups must alternate M/F.

Date: Aug 7 - Oct 9

Location: Casper Park

Registration: June 3 - July 21

Ages: 18(+)

Team Fee: $350.00

Wednesday Nights 6:30PM, 7:30PM, 8:30PM

Volunteer Opportunities

Sunny Valley School House Trails

We would love to open our historic Sunny Valley School House more often, but this means we need your help! People who volunteer for this will oversee the opening and closing of the facility as park guests are able to step back in time and learn about the history of the Sunny Valley School House. We plan to be open from Memorial Day to Labor Day. If you are interested please contact us at (715) 723-0051

Welcome Center

Our new Welcome Center Exhibit takes our guests through the rich history of Irvine Park! We are looking for individuals that have a passion for the communities historic Irvine Park! Those interested will be answering general questions about the park and providing our guest with a memorable experience. If you are interested please contact us at (715) 723-0051

Disc Golf

We are excited to continue to provide the community with a new and fun healthy habit! Our volunteers will play a major part in supporting the maintenance of the pathways by clearing brush, mowing, trimming, and beautifying the course! If you are interested please contact us at (715) 723-0051

Irvine Park is the home to some beautiful trails that lead you through the forest and by the creek. Our volunteers play an important part in helping us maintain them by picking up brush, grooming, and removing invasive species. If interested please contact us at (715) 723-0051

Run for the Lights

Run for the Lights is our annual 5k, 1mile run/ walk event to support the Christmas Village! We need volunteers to help with check in, provide directions for the participants, hand out water and more. Run for the Lights will take place on November 25. If you are interested please contact us at (715) 726-2773

Christmas Village

The Christmas Village will be entering it’s 36 year anniversary and each year we have hundreds of volunteers help us set up and break down this amazing event. This year we are looking to start setting up October 16. If you have never volunteered now is your chance! Take advantage of this opportunity to come together as a community and celebrate this special event. If you are interested please contact us at (715) 723-0051

Registration & Policies

Registration

In order to reserve/request a facility or register for an activity/camp you must create a MyRec account. All facility and program registrations are completed on MyRec.

chippewafallswi.myrec.com

Facility Refunds

If a reservation is cancelled half of the reservation fee is refundable upon a 60 days notice from the date of the reservation. NO refund will be processed for a cancellation within 60 days of the scheduled reservation. Any processing fees are ineligible for refunds.

Program Refunds

Refunds WILL be issued by the Chippewa Falls Parks & Rec if programs are cancelled or there are changes to the original schedule and you can no longer participate.

Refunds WILL NOT be issued if the child is not placed with their desired coach/team/ teammates.

Service Fees from online program registrations WILL NOT be refunded.

Refunds WILL NOT be issued for Adult League team or individual fees or tournament registration fees after schedules have been sent out.

Activity Cancellations

A minimum number of students are required before a class can be offered. The Parks and Rec Department reserves the right to cancel a class or make schedule changes when enrollment numbers do not reach the minimum.

Parent & Guardian

Watching our children participate , grow and learn new skills during our activities can be a very rewarding experience. We ask that all parents and guardians please act accordingly and maintain a positive and respectful attitude when watching your child/ren participate in any activity. Remember it is about them, not you.

Lost and Found Items

Our Parks Maintenance staff does their best to collect any lost items that they are made aware of or discover during their shifts. We can not guarantee that your item/s will be found or turned in. If you lose something please contact our main office at (715) 723-0051.

Youth Scholarships

We believe all children should have an equal opportunity to participate in our programs and activities. This is why we offer scholarships for families that are facing financial hardships. For more information please contact our main office at (715) 723-0051

Refuse

No person or group shall bring in, dump or deposit any bottles, broken glass, paper, boxes, cans, dirt, rubbish, waste, garbage, or refuse or other trash in any Park or ball field or leave any such materials therein except in receptacles provided for this purpose.

Non City Resident

A non-resident is considered anyone who lives outside of the City limits (i.e., township/county). All non-resident participants will have an adjusted enrollment fee for our programs, activities and tournaments.

No refuse or trash shall be placed in any waters or on the ice thereof in or contiguous to any Park, but shall be placed in proper receptacles. Charcoal residue is to be left in the fireplace or grill or placed in a charcoal disposal container when provided.

Where receptacles for rubbish are not provided, all waste shall be carried away from the Park by the person responsible for its presence.

Memorials & Donations

The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department has a variety of opportunities for donations. We are always accepting donations as we seek to continue to improve and upkeep our Parks and Recreation facilities and programs. Thank you for your consideration and generosity in giving towards our parks department. We couldn't do it without your support! If you have questions on how donations are used please contact us at (715) 723-0051

If you are interested in donating to one of our endowment funds listed below please follow the link to the Community Foundation of Chippewa County.

Memorial bricks are available for purchase and are placed in Irvine Park near the zoo.

4” x 8” brick for $150 (3 lines text)

8” x 8” brick for $225 (4 lines text)

Each line includes up to 12 characters, including spaces and punctuation.

Order forms are available online or in the Parks & Rec Office.

Orders are fulfilled by the Friends of Irvine Park Zoo.

William Irvine Endowment Fund

Irvine Park Endowment Fund

Parks, Recreation and Forestry Endowment Fund

For Good. Forever. | Community Foundation of Chippewa County (yourlegacyforever.org)

Any questions regarding the above listed endowments please contact the Community Foundation of Chippewa County

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION OF CHIPPEWA COUNTY

404 1/2 N BRIDGE STREET | PO BOX 153 CHIPPEWA FALLS, WI 54729 715.723.8125

INFO@YOURLEGACYFOREVER.ORG

REGISTERING PARENT/GUARDIAN (Please print neatly and fill out

LAST NAME:

completely)

FIRST NAME:

ADDRESS: UNIT/APT. #

CITY, STATE, ZIP:

CELL PHONE:

OTHER PHONE:

EMAIL ADDRESS (primary communication for Parks & Rec):

ACTIVITIES

Fill in program information for each participant below.

**SOCCER, BASKETBALL, T-BALL, and PICKLEBALL ONLY**

ALL PARENTS/ GUARDIANS MUST ASSIT WITH THEIR CHILD’S SOCCER TEAM. PLEASE CHOOSE AN OPTION BELOW:

Volunteer

⃝ COACH

⃝ CO-COACH w/ another parent

⃝ Asst. Coach ⃝ Team Helper

YOUTH SPORTS REQUESTS (Not Guaranteed, but we do our best)

You may request a coach, team, or another player you could like your child to play with. The Parks & Rec Department will see to requests on a first come, first serve basis. NO REQUEST IS GUARENTEED! Refunds will NOT be issued if your child isn’t assigned to their desired coach, team, or teammates.

I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE CONCUSSION AGREEMENT FORM.

⃝ YES ⃝ NO (NOT ABLE TO PARTICIPATE)

CONCUSSION INFORMATION: http://www.chippewafalls-wi.gov/home/showdocument?id=1223

I UNDERSTAND THAT PARTICIPATION IN PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS INVOLVES AN ELEMENT OF RISK OR DANGER FOR ALL PARTICIPANTS AND MAY CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY, DEATH, OR PROPERTY LOSS. I AGREE TO ASSUME THESE RISKS FOR MY FAMILY AND RELEASE THE CITY OF CHIPPEWA FALLS, ITS EMPLOYEES, AND OTHER PARTICIPANTS FROM ANY LIABILITY FOR INJURIES AND DAMAGES SUSTAINED WHLE PARTICIPATING IN THESE PROGRAMS.

(PARENT/ GUARDIAN) SIGNATURE:

DATE: