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OWATONNA PARKS AND RECREATION 2020 SPRING BROCHURE 540 West Hills Circle, Owatonna, MN 55060 Office Phone: 507-444-4321 Website: www.ci.owatonna.mn.us/parksrecreation
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Office Hours Monday – Friday 7:00am - 5:00pm Troy Klecker - Interim Director 507-774-7361 troy.klecker@ci.owatonna.mn.us Aaron Fitzloff Facilities Manager 507-774-7097 Aaron.fitzloff@ci.owatonna.mn.us Jesse Wilker Maintenance Manager Parks and Golf 507-774-7097 Jesse.Wilker@ci.owatonna.mn.us Eric Anderson Recreation Manager 507-774-7102 Eric.Anderson@ci.owatonna.mn.us Tim Truelson Recreation Manager 507-774-7362 Tim.Truelson@ci.owatonna.mn.us Danielle Bakken Recreation Supervisor 507-774-7110 Danielle.Bakken@ci.owatonna. mn.us Dani Licht Recreation Supervisor 507-774-7105 Danielle.Licht@ci.owatonna.mn.us
Mary Jo Knudson Recreation Supervisor 507-774-7364 MaryJo.Knudson@ci.owatonna. mn.us Nikki Callahan Administrative Technician 507-774-7366 Nikki.Callahan@ci.owatonna.mn.us Jessica Abrahams Administrative Technician 507-774-7365 Jessica.Abrahams@ci.owatonna. mn.us Courtney Rosenau Administrative Assistant 507-774-7367 Courtney.Rosenau@ci.owatonna. mn.us Madelyn Pennaz Facilities Assistant 507-774-7108 Madelyn.Pennaz@ci.owatonna. mn.us Drake Simonson Facilities Assistant 507-774-7106 Drake.Simonson@ci.owatonna. mn.us
Parks and Recreation Contact Information: Office & Information Line - 507-444-4321 Fax - 507-444-4299 Facebook - Owatonna Parks and Recreation Email - parkrec@ci.owatonna.mn.us Tennis & Fitness Center - 507-444-4290 Parks and Recreation Spring 2020 A special project of the Owatonna People’s Press in cooperation with the Owatonna Parks and Recreation Department 135 W. Pearl, Owatonna, MN 55060 Publisher: Steve Fisher
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Children who regularly spend unstructured time outside, have lower stress levels, more active imaginations, greater respect for themselves, and develop stronger immune systems. Bring your child to one of over 20 Owatonna parks for some unstructured time outside and help them develop helpful traits they can use their whole lives.
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Spring Registration begins Feb. 20: Spring and Early Summer Registration
Date: Thursday, February 20 Time: 7:00 AM-5:00 PM Location: On-line at http://owatonnaparksrectest.maxgalaxy.net/Home. aspx or in person at the Parks and Recreation office – 540 West Hills Circle Registration continues on-line 24 hours a day/7 day a week or in person at the Parks and Recreation office Monday – Friday from 7:00am – 5:00pm.
Registration Night for Spring and Early Summer programs Angie Malo
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David Christianson
Andi Arnold
Nicholas Elsner
Greg Posch
Thank you Park Board Members!
Greg Posch (Chair), Angie Malo, Nicholas Elsner, Jonathan Thiel, David Christianson, and Andi Arnold
Our Mission:
The City of Owatonna Parks and Recreation Department provides a diverse system of green spaces, trails, facilities, programs and services to enhance the quality of life for the community.
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Baseball and softball uniforms available for sizing Date: Monday, February 24 Location: West Hills Social Commons (Formerly SeniorPlace), South Entrance Time: 4:00pm - 6:00pm **Baseball & Softball uniforms will be available to try on at the West Hills Social Commons registration. Owatonna Lacrosse Association, Golf Association, Huskies Bullpen Club and Huskies Fastpitch Club are there to share information on their spring/summer programs. **You can also register for other Parks and Recreation spring/early summer programs.
Ways to Register:
• On-Line: http://owatonnaparksrectest.maxgalaxy.net/Home.aspx (beginning at 7:00 am on February 20-although baseball and softball registrants are encouraged to register in person on February 24 to try on uniform sizes) • Walk-In Registration: at the Park and Recreation office at 540 West Hills Circle. Office hours are 7:00am-5:00pm Monday – Friday starting Thursday, February 20 or at West Hills Social Commons (Formerly SeniorPlace) on February 24 from 4:00pm-6:00pm. • Call In: Call our office at 444-4321 Registration deadline is March 5 for soccer, little league and Fastpitch Softball. Save $10.00 on each program by registering before the deadline.
Special Events
o March 14- Washer Board Tournament o April 4 – Egg Splash Swimming Egg Hunt o April 25 – Munchkin Market o April 26 – Earth Day Clean Up
Spring Programs
o Soccer o Swim Lessons o Adult Softball League o Girls Lacrosse Grades 1-4 program o Boys Lacrosse Grades 1-2 program o Tennis Lessons o Adult Tennis Leagues
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Early Summer Programs
o Little League 2nd – 5th grade baseball o Girls’ Huskies Fastpitch 1st – 4th grades o T-Ball and Mini Sluggers o Youth & Adult Golf Lessons
Partner Programs/Associations
o Husky Bullpen Club Traveling Teams (Minor League) o Huskies Fastpitch Club Traveling Teams o Boys/Girls Lacrosse Association o Boys/Girls Golf Association o Owatonna Pickleball Association o Owatonna Tennis Association
Programs coming in the Summer Brochure (released April 21) o Track o Pickleball o Camps o Summer Swim lessons o Water Safety Instructor classes o Lifeguard Training Classes o Fishing Buddies
Youth Scholarship Fund
This fund helps support programs for all youth in the Owatonna School District and Adult Therapeutic Recreation Programs. Forms are available at the Park and Recreation Office. Participants must pay 40% of program fees, any late fees, and must show verification of one of the qualifications.
Qualifications for Scholarship
* Current recipients of Free or Reduced Lunch Program * Current recipients of SSI (Supplemental Security Income) or Social Security Benefits * Current recipients of Medical Assistance Program * Other circumstances (will need to explain)
Uniforms for youth activities
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illness. Refunds are prorated, not to exceed 50% of the registration fee. Trips: No refund is given after the registration deadline, unless the spot can be filled by a waiting list or if there is no waiting list, a replacement is found by the participant. Memberships: No refund is given except when due to illness, injury or moving from the area. Refunds are prorated, not to exceed 50% of the membership fee. (Seasonal memberships – no refund is allowed after July 1st.) Pavilions/Facilities: Facility rental refunds are given when 30 days advance notice is given. Damage deposit refunds are given regardless of notice. River Springs only: If the facility closes due to weather, a new reservation date can be requested, or a refund will be issued. For reservations made less than two weeks in advance of the date, only half of the deposit is refunded. Rain Checks: Rain checks are issued upon request when Parks & Recreation closes a facility. Requirements: River Springs Water Park patron has been at the facility one hour or less. Brooktree Golf Course patrons must have completed less than half of their round.
Waiver of Liability to the City of Owatonna
Program participants, by registering for an activity, agrees the City of Owatonna will not be liable for any claim, demand, injury, damage, action or course for action while participating in a recreation program. Participation in recreation programs are voluntary in nature and activities offered are choices of the individual.
Directory Data
The directory data may be released by Parks and Recreation includes, but is not limited to, name, participation in activities, awards received and images including candid photos and videos of participants in class, activities or sport settings. You may decline authorization by contacting the Parks & Recreation Office.
Youth with Disabilities
Youth with disabilities or health concerns are encouraged to participate in Participants may keep T-shirts donated by business sponsors for youth baseball any youth program. Adaptive equipment, program modifications and other & softball, volleyball, squirt and youth basketball. All other uniforms and accommodations to assist the child will allow them to participate with equal equipment must be returned to coaches at the end of the season. advantage. Coaches and staff receive pertinent information regarding the child’s needs prior to their first meeting.
Refund/Cancellation Policy
The full policy is on the Parks and Recreation website. General Terms: A $10 administration fee is applied to all refunds (except when cancelled by Parks & Rec). If activity is cancelled by Parks & Rec prior to its completion, refunds are prorated. Refunds due to cancellation by Parks & Rec will be automatic. All other refunds must be requested by the purchaser. Refunds are issued after City Council approval, except when credit is applied on customer’s account (when applicable). Registrations and memberships are not transferrable once a program starts. Programs, Classes, Player Fees: No refunds are given after the program starts, except when due to injury or
Volunteer Coaches Needed
The Parks and Recreation Department uses volunteer coaches for many youth programs. Volunteer coaches play an important role in the youth sports experience. Volunteers are trained in our philosophy of youth sports, first aid, concussions and how to teach skills for their sport. All volunteers must complete a background check each year.
Seasonal Positions Available!
Many positions are already posted, and some are coming soon! Positions include Park & Grounds and Golf Maintenance, Camp Staff, Lifeguards,
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Friday Camp Group Leader and Supervisor, Guest Services and Guest Services Lead, and Summer Camp Supervisor. Hours vary from as few as 8 hours up to 40 hours each week to fit your schedule. If you’re a student, retiree, stay at home parent, teacher or would like to supplement your current income there are positions to fit your needs! Check the City of Owatonna’s website for available positions at: www.ci.owatonna.mn.us.
Special Events 8th Annual Mike Hansen Memorial Washer Board Tournament
Saturday, March 14 Eagles Club, 141 E. Rose St. All proceeds from the tournament are donated to the Owatonna Park & Rec Scholarship Program in Mike Hansen’s name. This Scholarship program provides opportunities for more kids to participate in Park & Rec activities. Tournament details: • Singles and Doubles Tournament – You may enter both if you’d like • 9:00 AM Singles Registration – 9:30 AM Start • 11:00 AM Doubles Registration – Noon Start • $20.00 per person – Singles or Doubles Division • Double Elimination format • Prizes for 1st & 2nd place in each division • Meat raffles available the day of the event • Eagles Club Bar & Grill open throughout the day Memorial donations to Owatonna Park & Rec Scholarship Program are welcome. Tournament entries due March 6. To register or questions contact: Wes Jones at 507-456-4280, wes.jones2331@gmail.com or Bill Hartle at 507456-4012.
Egg Splash
Saturday, April 4 Join us at the Owatonna Middle School for Owatonna Parks and Recreation’s floating egg hunt! Bring your own basket or bag and collect as many eggs as you can while swimming in a sea of eggs. Once you have collected all of your eggs and turned them in for a prize you can use the rest of your time for open swim with all of the eggs! Parents are encouraged to accompany their children in the pool. Lifejackets are welcome as long as a parent is in the water and within arm’s reach of their child. We will have 10 bonus eggs, find an egg with a number on it and receive a bonus prize! Bonus prizes include: RSWP Daily Passes, RSWP Punch Cards, RSWP Season Passes, WHTF Open Swim Passes, Swimming Lessons Sessions and Lake Kohlmier Equipment Rentals. If your family has children that span 2 age groups you can register for the 7 & up age group times to allow for all family members to participate together. Admission Fee: $2.00 Registration Required ---Register online at http://owatonnaparksrectest. maxgalaxy.net/Home.aspx • Ages 1-6: 1:00 – 1:30pm • Ages 7 & up: 1:45pm – 2:15pm • Ages 1-6: 2:30pm – 3:00pm • Ages 7 & Up: 3:15pm – 3:45pm
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Munchkin Market (Youth Booths)
Saturday, April 25 Sellers wanted! (Ages 6-15) Kids, do you have toys you are no longer using? Want to turn those toys into CASH? Rent a table at the Four Seasons Centre (East end) to sell some of your old toys, games, books, sporting goods, video games, and anything else you can think of to sell (no food). Please make sure electronics are working properly. We will provide you with an 8-foot table to sell what you wish. Everyone is invited to shop, but only children ages 6-15 can rent space. You must have an adult with you the day of the sale. Only one adult and one child per table. Mark your own prices on your items and keep the profits! Please keep items at $10 or less. You must provide your own start up cash and change. Register on line at http:// owatonnaparksrectest. maxgalaxy.net/Home. aspx in person at the Parks and Recreation Office 540 West Hills Circle, or by phone at 507-444-4321. Time: 9:00am12:00noon (Set up booths at 8am) Location: Four Season Center (S. Elm St.) East Arena Owatonna, MN 55060 What: Kids will sell toys, games, books, sporting goods, video games and more! Cost to rent a space: $10 (Only 100 spaces are available for rent, register today!)
Munchkin Market (Adult Booths)
We are looking for 10-15 adult vendors to sell family type/kids products during the youth sale. Rent an 8 foot table at the Four Seasons Centre (East End) to sell your products. Due to the limited availability for the adult vendors, we will only be taking registration by phone 507-444-4321 or in person at 540 West Hills Circle beginning February 21. When: Saturday, April 25 Time: 9:00am-12:00noon (Set up booths at 8am) Location: Four Season Center (S. Elm St.) Owatonna, MN 55060 Cost to rent a space: $25
Rec on the Go!
Rec on the Go is part of Munchkin Market. Watch the Park & Rec website and Facebook pages for details!
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Earth Day Clean Up
Sunday, April 26 Want to give back to your Owatonna parks? We’ll celebrate Earth Day, Sunday, April 26 with a park clean up from 2:00 to 4:00pm. Clean up any park or trail you’d like! Clean up stations will be available at the following park pavilions and will contain supplies (gloves, rakes, garbage bags, etc) for you: Brown Park, Dartts Park, Fairgrounds Park, Jaycee Park, Manthey Park and Morehouse Park. Before or after you clean up stop down to Mineral Springs pavilion for a cookout and games!
YOUTH RECREATION
Soccer
Boys and girls age 5 (by August 31) through 6th grade learn basic skills in a fun, inclusive, social setting. Players are divided into separate boys’ and girls’ divisions: -5-year old’s and Kindergarten -1st and 2nd grades -3rd and 4th grades -5th and 6th grades Groups are coached by volunteers and practices are held according to their schedule. Practices and scrimmages are held weekday evenings and Saturday mornings at Lincoln Soccer Complex. Required equipment: shin guards and athletic shoes. Parks and Recreation has a limited supply available to loan, they are available at the office starting February 24. Cost: Early Bird Fee - $46, after March 5th - $56 Program Dates: Starts week of April 13th at the Four Seasons Center, ends June 1st (make up June 6th) Coaches Meeting: April 6th, 5:30pm at the Four Seasons Center, in upstairs room. (Coaches will call players before their first practice) Coaches Y-License Training: April 4, 8:00am-noon, at OHS small group forum/OHS gym.
Lacrosse
Ten entry-level skills training sessions that focus on learning and building the skills needed to play lacrosse, including, passing, catching, ground balls, defense, offense, and transition. Sessions are twice a week and run the week
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of May 4th through the week of June 12th. The girls and boys program will close out the season with a tournament, transportation to those tournaments will need to be provided by the parents. Coaching and equipment are provided by the Owatonna Lacrosse Association; however, players are required to furnish their own mouth guards and appropriate clothing. No player will be allowed to participate if they are missing their mouth guard. Boys: Grades 1 & 2 Helmets and sticks provided, Gloves and shoulder pads are not provided or required but recommended. Gloves and shoulder pads are required to be eligible to participate in the end of season tournament. Cost: $50 (includes rental helmet and stick) Location: Owatonna Christian School Practice Dates: (Mondays and Thursdays) May 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28, June 2 and 4 Time: 6:30pm-7:30pm End of Season Tournament: June 20th in Eagan, MN Girls: Grades 1-4 Cost: $25 (includes use of stick and goggles during the session) Location: Roosevelt Field Practice Dates: (Monday and Thursday) May 4, 7, 11, 14, 18, 21, 25, 28, June 2 and 4 Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm End of Season Tournament: TBD Owatonna Lacrosse Association: OLA player registration night for girls 12U & 14U at 5:00pm and boys 10U-14U at 6:00pm, is Sunday March 1st at the OHS Small Group Forum. Refer to the OLA website for more details, www. owatonnalacrosse.com
Early Summer Ball Programs
T-Ball • Current 5-year olds and current Kindergartners (1st time players) • Boys and Girls • Played on Mondays at Brown Park • Session 1: 5:30 - 6:30 pm • Session 2: 6:30 - 7:30 pm • Goal of 8 players per team • June to be used as skill development (station work). Dates: June 8, 15, 22, and 29. • July to be used as game play. Dates: July 13, 20, and 27. Makeup is August 3. Cost: Early Bird Fee: $37, after May 7th - $47 Coaches meeting: June 3rd at 5:30pm, City Administration Building Lower Level Meeting Room Mini Sluggers (Formerly Squirt Ball) • Current Kindergarteners who have played T-Ball and current 1st graders.
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• Boys • Played on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 60 minutes per night. • Tuesdays are skill development (No game play). These are scheduled as team practices. • Thursdays are game play. • June Dates: 9, 16, 23, and 25. • July Dates: July 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, and 30. • Goal of 8 players per team • Location: Brown or McKinley Utility, 5:30 or 6:30pm Cost: Early Bird Fee: $40, after May 7th - $50 Coaches meeting: June 3rd at 5:30pm, City Administration Building Lower Level Meeting Room Huskies Fastpitch Club (HFC) and Park and Recreation Softball Huskies Fastpitch Club (HFC) and Parks & Recreation Softball A partnership between Owatonna Parks & Recreation and the Huskies Fastpitch Club provides developmental, skill-based fastpitch softball programs. Huskies Fastpitch & Parks and Rec League – MINI CRUSH softball Grades K (if completed T-ball), 1 & 2 (Grade just finished) • This is an in-house program emphasizing fundamental softball skill development using fun and creative drills appropriate for this age group. • Players will learn the proper techniques for throwing, catching, fielding, batting, base running, and good sportsmanship. • Practices will primarily focus on skill development drills and stations. It will consist of smaller groups and will include fun competitions throughout to showcase skill development. • Coach pitching and/or pitching machines will be used. • Each participant will receive a uniform, consisting of a shirt and socks. Sizes needed at the time of registration. • No evaluations needed; players will be grouped together by grade. Coaches will notify players in late May regarding the first practice. • Monday and Wednesday evenings June thru July. • Registration in-person February 24th from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at West Hills Social Commons (formerly Senior Place). After that, registrations will be accepted at the Parks & Rec office. • Fee: $60 payable to Parks & Rec until March 5th. Registrations received after March 5th will be subject to a $10 late fee. Huskies Fastpitch & Parks & Rec League – JUNIOR CRUSH softball – Grades 3 & 4 (Grade just finished) • This is an in-house program emphasizing fundamental softball skill development using fun and creative drills appropriate for this age group. • Note on age criteria: o 3rd & 4th graders born in 2009 or 2010 may either participate in this league OR the U10 traveling league, but not both since they may be held on the same nights. (2011 birth year may not participate in the U10 traveling league).
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• Players will continue development of proper techniques for throwing, catching, fielding, batting, base running, and good sportsmanship, while also learning the fundamentals of pitching, catching, bunting, and game situations. • Practices will primarily focus on skill development drills and stations, some games and other fun competitions throughout to showcase skill development. • Coach pitching, player pitching and pitching machines may all be used. • Each participant will receive a uniform, consisting of a shirt and socks. Sizes needed at the time of registration. • No evaluations needed; players will be grouped together by grade. Coaches will notify players in late May regarding the first practice. • Monday and Wednesday evenings June thru July. • Registration in-person February 24th from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at West Hills Social Commons (formerly Senior Place). After that, registrations will be accepted at the Parks & Rec office. • Fee: $60 payable to Owatonna Parks & Rec until March 5th. Registrations received after March 5th will be subject to a $10 late fee.
Crush U10 Fastpitch Softball: • A competitive travel program for – o 3rd, 4th and 5th Graders – Born 2009-2010, must be 10 or younger as of January 1, 2020 • Registration is February 24th, 4:00 – 6:00pm at West Hills Social Commons (formerly Senior Place). Pre-registration is currently available at: www. owatonnafastpitch.com. However, you must still attend registration at West Hills Social Commons to try on uniforms and pay for fees. • Evaluations will be conducted March 10th (evening) and 13th (evening) at McKinley School. Schedule and times will be posted on www. owatonnafastpitch.com. • One game per week – at least one practice per week. Coaches will notify players regarding the first practice date and season schedule. • Fees: o $175 Registration fee o $90 Fundraiser fee (15 pancake breakfast tickets provided to sell) o $200 Worker deposit check (returned if family works required hours) • Each team will participate in 2 tournaments (does not include a state tournament) • Each player receives a team jersey. Black pants and socks are to be supplied by the player. Jersey sizes are required at the time of registration. Crush U12 Fastpitch Softball: • A competitive travel program for – o U12: Born 2007-2008, must be 12 or younger as of January 1, 2020 • Registration is February 24th, 4:00 – 6:00pm at West Hills Social Commons (formerly Senior Place). Pre-registration is currently available at www. owatonnafastpitch.com. However, you must still attend registration at West Hills Social Commons to try on uniforms and pay for fees. • Typically, there will be 1-2 games per week – practices scheduled by Coach. Coaches will notify players regarding the first practice date and season schedule. • Evaluations will be conducted March 10th (evening) and 13th (evening) at McKinley School. Schedule and times will be posted on www. owatonnafastpitch.com.
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• Fees: o $295 Registration fee o $90 Fundraiser fee (15 pancake breakfast tickets provided to sell) o $200 Worker deposit check (returned if family works required hours) • Each U12 team will participate in three tournaments plus a state tournament (subject to team qualification). Note: state tournament gate fees are not included in player registration fee. (Teams that opt to play in a national tournament may do so for an additional cost) • Each player receives a team jersey. Black pants and socks are to be supplied by the player. Jersey sizes are required at the time of registration.
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Little League & U11 Baseball 2020 is going to be a great year for 2nd through 5th graders to play baseball! If you have questions or concerns, please contact Little League Commissioner. Sarah Escamilla - sescamilla2010@gmail.com
Online Registration Begins: Thursday, February 20th at 6:00am Register on the Owatonna Parks and Recreation website: http://ci.owatonna.mn.us/293/ Crush U14 & U16 Fastpitch Softball: Online-Registration. Deadline is • A competitive travel program for – Friday, May 1. End of the early o U14: Born 2005-2006, must be 14 or younger as of January 1, 2020 registration discount ends on o U16: Born 2003-2004, must be 16 or younger as of January 1, 2020 Tuesday, March 5. • Registration is February 24th, 4:00 – 6:00pm at West Hills Social Commons (formerly Senior Place). Pre-registration is currently available at In-person Registration: Monday, February 24 - 4:00pm - 6:00pm at the owatonnafastpitch.com. However, you must still attend registration at West West Hills Social Commons (formerly Senior Place) - 502 Dunnell Drive. If Hills Social Commons to try on uniforms and pay for fees. possible, please register in person so that you can have your questions answered • Typically, there will be 1-2 games per week – practices scheduled by Coach. by Huskies Bullpen Club members, try on uniforms, and pick up all your Coaches will notify players regarding the first practice date and season necessary information. Registration can be completed at Park and Recreation schedule. after February 24. Costs: • Evaluations will be conducted during the Owatonna High School Fastpitch Level 1 - Current 2nd and 3rd Graders Softball season. Any players not playing high school softball should attend • $55 to Owatonna Park and Recreation ($65 after March 5) the U12 evaluations on March 10th and 13th. Evaluations will determine • $25 to Huskies Bullpen Club for the Taco Johns Fundraiser coupons placement on either an A or B team. Players will be notified within one week Level 2 - Current 4th and 5th Graders of the final evaluation date of their team placement. • $75 to Owatonna Park and Recreation ($85 after March 5) • Fees: • $25 to Huskies Bullpen Club for the Taco Johns Fundraiser coupons o A team = $395 Registration fee o B team = $345 Registration fee U11 Travel Baseball - Highly recommended to all current 5th Graders o $90 Fundraiser fee (15 pancake breakfast tickets provided to sell) • $250 to Huskies Bullpen Club o $200 Worker deposit check (returned if family works required hours) • $25 to Huskies Bullpen Club for the Taco Johns Fundraiser coupons • Each U14 & U16 A team will participate in four tournaments plus a state Scholarships are available through the Owatonna Youth Scholarship Fund for tournament (subject to team qualification). Note: state tournament gate fees those who qualify for Levels 1 and 2. Please contact the Park & Rec office for are not included in player registration fee. Teams that opt to play in a national information regarding scholarships. tournament may do so for an additional cost. • Each U14 & U16 B team will participate in three tournaments plus a state Kick Off - Coach/Player/Parent Meet for all Levels: Tuesday, May 26th at the tournament (subject to team qualification). Note: state tournament gate fees Four Seasons Center (1525 S. Elm - Owatonna) - 6:00 pm. Start your year off are not included in player registration fee. Also, teams that opt to play in a well by meeting your coach, receiving important information, and picking up national tournament may do so for an additional cost. your uniform. • Each player receives a team jersey and pants. Uniform sizes are required at the time of registration. Evaluations for all Levels: Saturday, April 4th at Owatonna Middle School General Information: (500 15th St NE - Use the rear parking lot entrance). Every player will be • Batting helmets will be provided, however; for sanitary reasons players are on a team. The evaluation process helps the League Commissioners assemble encouraged to provide their own batting helmet (black helmets are preferred) balanced rosters. You’ll receive specific time and information as we approach • All U10-U16 players will be guaranteed placement on a team if the date. registered by the March 5th deadline. Any registrations received after March 5th will be placed on a team pending space available in that specific age roster. Level 1 (Current 2nd and 3rd Grade Players) Program Information • Reference the Huskies Fastpitch Club website at www. Pitching machine league with emphasis on participation and development owatonnafastpitch.com or the Owatonna Park and Rec website for additional of fundamental baseball skills. All participants receive a full uniform (pants, information. socks, belt, and jersey) with a Major League Baseball hat.
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Practices & Games Parents are encouraged to assist coaches with coordinating drills at practices and helping during games. This is a great way to be part of your child’s world, and it takes some of the burden from our volunteer coaches. 2nd Grade - Mondays and Wednesdays (June and July) 3rd Grade - Tuesdays and Thursdays (June and July)
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requirement of working the concession stand. Kick off/meet your coach: Sunday, April 26 at Dartt’s Park - 6:30 p.m. start. Practice/Games: Beginning in May Evaluations: Again for 2020. Two days of evaluations will start on Saturday, April 4th and Sunday, April 5th at OMS. Communication will be sent at a later date with exact times.
Level 2 (Current 4th & 5th Grade Players) Program Information Player pitch in-house leagues intended to continue the development of fundamentals and the skills of the game. All participants receive a full uniform All evaluations will occur at the Owatonna Middle School. They will be followed by a team selection meeting. Parent meetings for all ages and teams (pants, socks, belt, and jersey) with a Major League Baseball hat. will be held the first week of May to officially kick off the Minor League season. The Huskies Bullpen Club will be hosting an end of the year weekend tournament for all 4th/5th grade in-house teams in late July. We look for this to be a fun experience for these teams as they prepare for traveling baseball. We will be participating in Metro Baseball for AA. Our A teams will play in the South-Central League. All teams will also compete in home and away Practice/Games: Parents are encouraged to assist coaches with coordinating tournaments throughout the summer months. Remember to check the website drills at practices and helping during games. This is a great way to be part of for additional information. your child’s world, and it takes some of the burden from our volunteer coaches. Mondays and Wednesdays (Starting in early June and ending in late July). Major League Baseball Major League information for OHS Spring Baseball, VFW, and Legion U11 Travel Baseball - Recommended for all 5th Graders Baseball will be sent via email the first week of February. This will include Practice / Games: Practices will occur on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Games will information regarding our practice schedules, game schedules, open gym be played in South Central League. information, and additional information. Tournaments: A total of 3 tournaments will be played in the months of May and June. OHS Coaching Staff: Tate Cummins, Brian Price, Brandon Wolf, Travis State Tournament Play: A U11 team must qualify to play in a state tournament Hilstad, James Dahlgren, Steve Benson, Adam Trautman, and Tyler Keller. (July). VFW Coaching Staff: James Dahlgren, Tate Cummins, and Kodey Kiel. All 5th graders that meet age qualifications (must not reach age 12 before April Legion Coaching Staff: Tate Cummins and Brian Price. 31st) may register for U11 travel team(s). U11 participants in 5th grade will receive a uniform (2 dry fit jerseys, pants, socks, belt) with a Minor League Ramp Up – Pitching Development Baseball hat. In collaboration with OHS Baseball, Little League, and U11 Baseball Players will be divided up into even teams that will compete in 3 tournaments we have developed RAMP UP, a program that will develop throwing and pitching mechanics at an excelled rate. One of our areas of improvement the and a possible state tournament as well. The number of U11 teams will be past few years has been our ability to throw strikes at the 4th and 5th grade determined based on the number of registered players. The goal of U11 is to level. This concern has created the following areas of concern: slow game introduce a travel and tournament baseball experience for 5th grade players. play, diminishing confidence of players, poor pitching mechanics, and hitters becoming disgruntled or overanxious in the batter’s box. Ramp Up will be a Minor League Baseball step in the right direction. Online registration for the 2020 season will begin in early February through our website (communication will be sent). All players/parents are encouraged Our hope is that this will improve the speed of play (games), level of play (games), and will allow our players to become more successful on the baseball to attend in-person registration on Monday, February 24th between 4:00 diamond. This program will improve the consistency of strikes thrown, an 6:00 pm at The West Hills Social Commons located at 502 Dunnell Drive in increased level of enjoyment from all players, challenge hitters, and actually the West Hill Complex. (SW of the Owatonna Parks and Recreation office). Late registrations are not guaranteed placement and will be charged a late fee if improve our hitters along the way. We are excited to offer this opportunity the following nights at Dartt’s Park during the OHS Baseball season this upcoming accepted. Late registrations can be taken to Owatonna Park and Recreation. spring. All sessions will be completed after the scheduled home games or U12 - U15 Cost: $325 for player fee + $50 Taco John’s Fundraiser for a total practices (see below). After OHS vs. Century on Thursday, April 30 at 7:00 PM. of $375. Checks can be made payable to the Huskies Bullpen Club. A $100 After OHS vs. Faribault on Thursday, May 7 at 7:00 PM. check is also needed as a worker’s deposit for your commitment to working After OHS practice on Wednesday, May 13 at 5:30 PM. the concession stand. This check is only cashed if you DO NOT fulfill your
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After OHS practice on Wednesday, May 20 starting at 5:30 PM. ALL DATES AND TIMES WILL BE HELD AT DARTT’S PARK ALL PLAYERS SHOULD WEAR AND BRING THE FOLLOWING: 1. Baseball Pants, 2) Baseball Hat, 3) Long Sleeve Shirt, 4) Cleats, and 5) Glove. Additional details will be communicated through email and our website by April 1st. See owatonnabaseball.com for announcements.
Adult/Youth Golf Lessons
Beginning Adult Group Golf Lessons: Learn the basics of the game: gripping the club, posture and stance in the full swing, chipping, pitching and putting. The class will meet once a week for 1 1/2 hour for four weeks. Lessons are designed to introduce new golfers to the game in a relaxed, non-stressful manner. Lessons will be taught by PGA Professional Tom Vizina. Limited to 10 participants. Must have own clubs. Dates: May 20 & 27 June 10 &17 Time: 6-7:30 pm Location: Havana Hills Golf Course Cost: $40 Youth Golf Lessons: Limited to 10 participants per session. Must have own clubs. Beginning Youth Golf Lessons: Ages 8-11 Beginning golf lessons with a low student to teacher ratio. Focus on developing skills in the areas of putting, chipping and full swing, as well as learning the rules and etiquette of golf. Lessons will be taught by PGA Professional Tom Vizina.
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Dates: June 8/15/22/29 July 13/20 4:30-6pm Location: Havana Hills Golf Course Cost: $50 Intermediate Golf Lessons: Ages 12-16 Intermediate lessons are designed for kids age 12-16 who have at least 2 years of previous golf experience. Lessons will focus on swing fundamentals, skill development through drills and course management. Lessons will be taught by PGA Professional Tom Vizina. Dates: June 8/15/22/29 July 13/20 6-7:30 pm Location: Havana Hills Golf Course Cost: $50
Youth Jr. Tennis Lessons
Colan Surratt, Tennis Director for the City of Owatonna, manages youth tennis lessons. Graduated compression balls in tandem with properly sized racquets and courts help promote success and fun for every student! Racquets are available for those who do not have them to borrow during class. All classes take place at West Hills Tennis and Fitness Center. Email Colan with any questions – surrattcolan@gmail.com. Spring Session: March 30 – May 24 (no classes on Saturdays 4/12 & 5/9) Please see the “Junior Tennis Class Descriptions” handout for information on the objectives of each class. Keep in mind that moving ball colors is not considered a move up or down. Graduated compression (Red, Orange and Green) balls are designed to fit physical and technical development, and age is
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more of a guideline. For all levels, private lessons are a valuable supplement to a player’s development. For any player looking to increase their skill and enjoyment on the tennis court, one-on-one instruction is encouraged but not required. For questions or to set up a private lessons, please email Colan (surrattcolan@ gmail.com). 12-and-Under Tennis: Please register your child for the class that fits his or her age. If your son or daughter could fit into multiple classes (ex: 10 years old Orange vs. Green), please register them for the younger age group – moving to the next ball color will be determined by the tennis professional. Having your own racquet is recommended but not necessary. As a guideline, Red Ball uses 19” and 21” racquets, Orange uses 23” and 25” racquets and Green uses 25” and 26” racquets. If you are unsure which size to go with, please talk to Colan. We do have 25” and 26” racquets available for purchase and have plenty of racquets for you to borrow during class time! Total cost is for all classes on the day you select through the session dates. If you register late, you will be prorated to include only what you would be attending for. Please note that the price per class decreases as you sign up for more days per week. Please email Colan (surrattcolan@gmail.com) with any questions. 12-and-Under Tennis: *Drop In Rates for Red Ball 1 & 2: $11 per class *Drop In Rates for Orange Ball: $15 per class *Drop In Rates for Green Ball: $15 per class Red Ball 1 & 2 (ages 4-6 and 6-8) A fun focus on developing basic athletic skills like balance and hand-eye coordintation through games and exercise. • Tuesdays & Thursdays: 5:30-6:15pm • Tuesday or Thursday only: $72; Both days $112 Orange Ball (ages 8-10) Begins to emphasize tennis specific skills and technique while continuing to build athletic skills through drills, cooperative-competitive situations and games. • Mondays and Wednesday: 5:30-6:30pm • Saturdays: 10:00-11:00am • One day a week (Monday, Wednesday or Saturday only): $104 Two days per week (M/W) $176 Two days per week (M/Sa or W/Sa): $154 (no class 4/11, 5/9) Three days per week (M/W/Sa): $198 (no class 4/11, 5/9) Green Ball (ages 10-13) Continues to emphasize tennis specific skills and technique while continuing to build athletic skills through drills, cooperative-competitive situations and games
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• Tuesdays and Thursdays – 5:30-6:30pm • Saturdays – 11:00-12:00pm • One day a week (Tuesday, Thursday or Saturday only): $104 • Two days per week (T/Th) $176 • Two days per week (T/Sa or Th/Sa): $154 (no class 4/11, 5/9) • Three days per week (M/W/Sa): $198 (no class 4/11, 5/9) Middle & High School Tennis Program *Drop in Rates for Yellow Ball: $34 per class Yellow Ball (ages 13-18) Focused on developing tennis tactics and fitness through games and drills. Concepts include match play and the specifics of doubles and singles tactics along with basic technical components. • Tuesday & Thursday • 3:30-5:30pm • One day a week (Tuesday or Thursday only): $256 • Two days a week (both Tuesday and Thursday): $432 Match Play Options For any Yellow Ball player. Learning to play tennis matches is essential to improvement. Players will participate in singles and doubles matches with coaching and feedback during and after play. Strongly recommended and encouraged for any Yellow Ball player, especially as the high school season approaches • Time: Weekends, times/days vary • Fee: $10 per time • Registering for this offering will only put you on an email list. A message will be sent each week, and players can choose whether or not to play that week. Email surrattcolan@gmail.com or sign up through the Park and Rec website. Private Lessons Private lessons are a valuable supplement and can accelerate development of tennis skills. Please contact Colan (surrattcolan@gmail.com) to schedule! • 0.5 hour lesson = $30.00 • 1 hour lesson = $60.00 Miscellaneous Please review the tennis Center Policies available on the Tennis & Fitness Center website. There, you will find information regarding lessons makeups, withdrawals and other matters. The tennis director makes the determination as to which class a student should be in. Classes are designed to best fit the physical and technical development. Moving to a different class is best viewed as a move to the appropriate level not a “move up”. Owatonna Junior Golf Camp All Owatonna Country Club Junior Golf Camps are for boys and girls ages 4-17. This year there will be two different camps. Each camp includes a free Owatonna Golf polo shirt and entry into the Owatonna Junior City Open. All sessions and camps are located at Owatonna Country Club.
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Fundamental Camps This camp focuses on making golf fun and learning the important fundamentals throughout all aspects of playing the game. The instruction areas include driving, iron play, sand, chipping, pitching, and putting.
Owatonna Pickleball Association 6th Annual Spring Tournament When: May 10-11 Where: Owatonna High School and McKinley Elementary Gymnasiums Division: Various Youth and Adult Age and Skill Level divisions For More information: Contact Renae Jeno (drjeno@isei.co)
Ages 13-17 (6 Weeks) • Fridays from 9:30-10:45. June 12th, 19th, 26th, July 17th, 24th, 31st • $90 Owatonna Country Club Members / $100 Non-Members Ages 10-12 (6 Weeks) • Wednesdays from 9:30-10:45. June 17th, 24th, July 1st, 15th, 22nd, 29th • $90 Owatonna Country Club Members / $100 Non-Members
Owatonna Tennis Association The Mission of the Owatonna Tennis Association is to encourage, promote and improve the quality of tennis in the Owatonna area.
Ages 7-9 (6 Weeks) • Wednesdays from 8:00-9:15 June 17th, 24th, July 1st, 15th, 22nd, 29th • $90 Owatonna Country Club Members / $100 Non-Members Ages 4-6 (6 Weeks) • Wednesdays from 11:00-11:45. June 17th, 24th, July 1st, 15th, 22nd, 29th • $60 Owatonna Country Club Members / $70 Non-Members Academy 36 This camp is designed for competitive golfers who are aspiring for more advanced instruction to take the next step in their games. The instruction includes skills sessions, course instruction, and tracking improvement in the short game area. Ages 13-17 (6 Weeks) • Tuesdays from 10:30-12:30 June 16th, 23rd, 30th, July 14th, 21st, 28th • $135 Owatonna Country Club Members / $155 Non-Members Ages 7-12 (6 Weeks) • Tuesdays from 8:00-10:00 June 16th, 23rd, 30th, July 14th, 21st, 28th • $135 Owatonna Country Club Members / $155 Non-Members Other Owatonna Junior Golf Dates & Information: • February 24th - Registration for junior golf camp in-person from 4-6 pm at West Hills Social Commons. Check out www.owatonnagolf.com for more details. • March - MGA Junior Tournaments sign up and information meeting. Check out www.owatonnagolf.com for more details on day, time, and place. • April - Registration for junior golf camp in-person, sign up for golf memberships. Information on Drive, Chip, and Putt. Learn about other golf opportunities. Check out www.owatonnagolf.com for more details on day, time, and place. • August 6th & 7th - Owatonna Junior City Open • www.owatonnagolf.com, Twitter: @GolfOwatonna & @OwatonnaGolf_B and Facebook: Owatonna Golf Booster Club
Become a member $10 Single; $20 Couple; $25 Family Members are included in the monthly drawing for a FREE ½ hour tennis lesson Sign up online at www.owatonnatennis.com or contact Ann Baldwin, Membership Director (lcbaldwin_lcbaldwin@hotmail.com)
Aquatics Middle School Pool - Early Morning Lap Swim Cost: $3 per person per session or 20 punch pass available for $45 Dates: Monday, Wednesday and Friday mornings, 6:00-7:15am. Not available: March 20, 23, 25, 27; April 10 and May 25 and when Owatonna schools are closed or have a 2 hour late start due to inclement weather. Last day is June 3 and will begin again September 9, 2020. Lap swim will be offered at River Springs Water Park beginning June 5. West Hills Pool Open Swim Cost: $4 weekdays, $5 weekends Hours: Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:00am-7:15am Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 7:00pm-9:00pm Saturday, Sunday 1:00pm-4:00pm {Additional Hours may be available during school breaks} Not available: April 12, May 24, 25, July 4, September 7 Lifeguard Training Classes: (Registration for Lifeguard classes available now) Pre-requisites: • Swim 300 yards continuously performing front crawl and/or breaststroke • Swim 20 yards, pick up 10-pound brick from 10 feet of water and return it back 20 yards using only a kick, holding the brick with 2 hands on the chest. • Must be 15 at the time class ends. • You must attend all classes to pass. • No refund will be issued if you do not pass. March Class Fee: $185 (no refund will be issued if you do not pass) Class meeting times: March 25-27 March 23 (Mon) 9am-1pm @ Middle School March 24 (Tues) 9am-1pm @ Middle School
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March 25 (Wed) 9am-1pm @ Middle School March 26 (Thurs) 9am-1pm @ Middle School March 27 (Fri) 9am-1pm @ Middle School May Class Fee: $185 (no refund will be issued if you do not pass) NOTE: If you are signing up for this class and hoping to work at River Springs Water Park please submit your application on the City of Owatonna website as soon as you register for this course. Class meeting times: May 12-May 23 May 12 (Tues) 6:30pm-9:30pm @ Middle School May 16 (Sat) 8am-2pm @ Middle School May 17 (Sun) 8am-2pm @ West Hills Social Commons May 23 (Sat) 8am-1pm @ Middle School June Class Fee: $185 (no refund will be issued if you do not pass) Class meeting times: June 22 – June 26 June 22 (Mon) 9am-1pm @ River Springs Water Park June 23 (Tues) 9am-1pm @ River Springs Water Park June 24 (Wed) 9am-1pm @ River Springs Water Park June 25 (Thurs) 9am-1pm @ River Springs Water Park June 26 (Fri) 9am-1pm @ River Springs Water Park Water Safety Instructor Classes (Swimming Lesson Instructor): (Registration for WSI classes available now) Pre-requisites: • Must be 16 at time class begins. • You must attend all classes to pass. • No refund will be issued if you do not pass. March Class Fee: $225 (no refund will be issued if you do not pass) Class meeting times: March 25-29 March 23 (Mon) 1:30-6:30pm @ Middle School March 24 (Tues) 1:30-6:30pm @ Middle School March 25 (Wed) 1:30-6:30pm @ Middle School March 26 (Thurs) 1:30-6:30pm @ Middle School March 27 (Fri) 1:30-5:30pm @ Middle School June Class Fee: $185 (no refund will be issued if you do not pass) Class meeting times: June 22 – June 26 June 15 (Mon) 8am-1pm @ River Springs Water Park June 16 (Tues) 8am-1pm @ River Springs Water Park June 17 (Wed) 8am-1pm @ River Springs Water Park June 18 (Thurs) 8am-1pm @ River Springs Water Park June 19 (Fri) 8am-1pm @ River Springs Water Park
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American Red Cross Learn to Swim - Registration Begins February 21 at 6:00 am Group Swim Lessons Cost: $42 for group lessons What level is my child? Parent & Child Level 1 – child must be at least 18 months old, parent is in the water. Parent & Child Level 2 – child must be at least 3 years old, parent is in the water. Level 1 – Introduction to Water Skills helps students feel comfortable in the water and enjoy the water safely. Level 2 – Fundamental Aquatic Skills gives students success with fundamental skills. Level 3 – Stroke Development builds on the skills in Level 2 through additional guided practice in deeper waters. Level 4 – Stroke Improvement develops confidence in the strokes learned and improves other aquatic skills. Level 5 – Stroke Refinement provides further coordination and refinement of strokes. Level 6 – Swimming and Skill Proficiency refines strokes so students swim with ease, efficiency, power, and smoothness over greater distances. Sunday Afternoon Classes: Meets March 29 – June 7 (No Class April 12 and May 24) West Hills Pool Level 1 4:00-4:30pm Level 2 4:35-5:25pm Pre School 5:30-6:00pm Tuesday Night Classes: Meets March 31 – May 26 Middle School Pool Level 3 6:30-7:20pm Level 3 7:25-8:15pm Level 4 6:30-7:20pm Level 5/6 7:25-8:15pm Level 3 6:30-7:20pm Level 4 7:25-8:15pm Thursday Night Classes: Meets April 2 – May 28 West Hills Pool Level 1 5:00-5:30pm Parent Child Level 1 5:35-6:05pm Parent Child Level 2 6:05-6:35pm Level 1 6:40-7:10pm Level 2 7:15-8:05pm Saturday Morning Classes: Meets March 28 – May 30 (No Class April 11) West Hills Pool Parent Child Level 1 9:00-9:30am Parent Child Level 2 9:30-10:00am Level 1 10:00-10:30am Level 2 10:35-11:25am Level 1 11:30am-12:00pm Level 2 12:05-12:55pm
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2020 Season Passes Season passes can be purchased at the Parks and Recreation office. Season passes can be used for all drop in programs at River Springs including, lap swim, water walking, water aerobics, tiny tot time, and open swim. Season passes cannot be used for programing that requires registration. An ID card Private swim lessons with a certified Water Safety Instructor. Each class meets will be issued to each person to present each time they enter. If you lose your five times for 30 minutes each. If there are two students in a class, the students ID card, there is a $2 replacement fee. Season Passes are non-transferable. must be within one level of each other. You may not sign up for two classes for Individual Season Pass: $85.00 the same person until a week after registration opens. Family Season Pass: Includes 3 people $180.00 ($20.00 for each additional person) Session 1 Family Season Pass Requirements Mondays 6:00pm March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27 • A household consisting of up to 2 adults (parents or legal guardians only) Mondays 6:30pm March 30, April 6, 13, 20, 27 and their dependent children. • Family members must all live in the same household Fridays 4:00pm April 3, 17, 24, May 1, 8 Fridays 4:30pm April 3, 17, 24, May 1, 8 • Only those individuals in the immediate family can be included on the Fridays 5:00pm April 3, 17, 24, May 1, 8 family season pass. • Dependents include children 22 years old and under if, they are a full time Fridays 5:30pm April 3, 17, 24, May 1, 8 Fridays 6:00pm April 3, 17, 24, May 1, 8 student in college; otherwise, an individual season pass is required. (College ID Fridays 6:30pm April 3, 17, 24, May 1, 8 will be needed for proof of enrollment) Sundays 6:00pm March 29, April 5, 19, 26, May 2 Sundays 6:00pm March 29, April 5, 19, 26, May 2 WATER PARK ADMISSION SPECIALS Water park admission specials are not valid with any other water park offers or Sundays 6:30pm March 29, April 5, 19, 26, May 2 Sundays 6:30pm March 29, April 5, 19, 26, May 2 discounts. Sundays 7:00pm March 29, April 5, 19, 26, May 2 Sundays 7:00pm March 29, April 5, 19, 26, May 2 Mondays - Grandparents Day Grandparent gets in free with a paid grandchild at regular rate (one grandparent for each grandchild). Session 2 Sunday/Monday 6:00pm May 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 Twilight Tuesdays - Everyone gets in for the $4.50 Twilight rate all day. Sunday/Monday 6:30pm May 4, 10, 11, 17, 18 Wednesdays - Family Day – Cost is $4.50 for individuals or $13.50 for a family up to six people, $2.25 for each additional family member. RIVER SPRINGS WATER PARK 3065 St. Paul Road Thursday Trivia Day - Trivia questions will be read over the loud speaker, and 507-774-7370 the first child to answer will receive a prize! Follow us on Facebook ~ River Springs Water Park Website: www.ci.owatonna.mn.us/parksrecreation/water-park Facebook Friday- Every Friday there will be a special posted on the River All rates listed include tax. Springs Water Park Facebook page. 2020 Season Open Swim Hours School’s Out Special - June 5 – Admission is just $4.50 for everyone! June 5 Friday 4:00-8:00pm June 6 – Aug 9 Monday-Sunday Free Movie and Swim – June 26 – Free swim from 7pm-Sundown, then move 12:00-8:00pm to the grassy area for the movie “Moana” at sundown. (Closing times may vary beginning August 10) Ducky Dash – June 28 - Every patron entering the Water Park will receive a Aug 10-Aug 23 Monday-Sunday number that corresponding to a number on a rubber duck. Ducks will be sent 12:00-7:00pm down the slide and around the lazy river for a chance to win a RSWP Season Punch Cards Pass and a number of other prizes! A great gift for any occasion, punch cards can be purchased online or in person at Cardboard Boat Regatta – July 25, 10:00am -12:00pm – For more informathe Park and Recreation office until the water park opens. After that they are available River Springs and the Parks and tion check out our website. Recreation Office. Super Splash Special-Weekend Out – July 26 - $2.50 admission all day! Pass Book prices are: 10 Passes for $65 or 30 Passes for $165 Private Swim Lessons Cost: $105 for one student, $160 for two students (same family, scholarships not available) Location: West Hills Tennis & Fitness Center Pool
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Super Splash Special - Customer Appreciation Special – August 23 - $2.50 admission for everyone all day! PROGRAMS 2020 Morning activities at River Springs do not include the daily admission fee (unless otherwise noted). Lap Swim, Water Walking, Water Aerobics and Tiny Tot Time are included in the Season Pass. If you would like to stay for open swim after your program finishes, you must exit the park, return and pay the regular rate or use a coupon.
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•Experienced Park and Recreation staff facilitating programs and events. •Discount on membership fees to the West Hills Tennis & Fitness Center •Scholarships and financial assistance available upon request.
Inclusion in Youth Programs Youth with disabilities or special health concerns are welcome and encouraged to participate in existing youth sports, aquatics, and seasonal programs. The Lap Swim and Water Walking inclusion policy provides all Enjoy a pool workout at River Springs. Lap Swim is held in the activity pool children registered with an and Water Walking is in the Lazy River. Youth under age 16 are not permitted, equal ability to participate with unless accompanied by an adult. Program is cancelled if lightning or thunder adaptive equipment, program modification, and other accommodations as is present or when rain causes poor visibility for lifeguards. needed. Consultations with parents and the coach/instructor help make the transition possible. In addition, all coaches, instructors, and summer staff Dates: June 6 - August 8 receive a brief orientation on working with children with disabilities in their Days & Times: training sessions. Requests for one on one assistance will be considered when Monday-Friday 6-10am (lap swim & water walking) available. We welcome any support staff provided by parents. When enrolling Monday-Friday 10-11am (water walking only ) your child in sports and other youth programs, we request that you indicate Sat and Sun 11am-12pm (lap swim & water walking) any special needs or health concerns your child may have. We must be aware Cost: $2.00 per visit of any condition that warrants medication or special attention from Parks and Recreation staff while your child is in our care. Information shared with staff is Tiny Tot Time confidential. This is a relaxed play time for toddlers and children up to 6 years old and their parents Weekly Therapeutic Recreation Groups or adult. Just the zero depth play area Teen Club and play features in this area are available Teen Club is an activity group designed for pre-teens through young adults, during this time. Older children may not 10-22 years, who have developmental disabilities and would benefit from social use the facility until Open Swim hours. interactions and a place to meet friends. Activities include structured crafts, games, local trips/tours, and informal educational programs. Dates: June 6 – August 23 • Meets weekly, Thursdays 6:00-7:30pm at West Hills Social Commons. Days & Times: Monday-Sunday Location and day may vary with activity. 11:00am-12:00pm Night Club Cost: Regular Daily Admission Applies This social group is designed for adults who have developmental and physical (price includes admission for the rest of the day) disabilities. This group is an extension of Teen Club and functions similarly. Activities are more age appropriate for older adults, as we encourage the independent pursuit of leisure interests, whenever possible. Night Club is a place to establish and cultivate friendships through recreation. • Meets weekly, Wednesdays 6:00-7:30pm at West Hills Social Commons. Our Therapeutic Recreation program offers a variety of leisure options for Location and time my vary depending on activity. youth and adults with disabilities. We provide an adaptive format as well as opportunities for inclusion. Our policy within the Therapeutic Recreation Details for Night Club and Teen Club program is to plan for the person first, the disability second, and to encourage • Membership and registration packets are available at the TR office (located in the independent pursuit of personal leisure interests. Our goal is to make West Hills Social Commons) and must be completed and submitted prior to recreation and leisure choices available to everyone, and our objective is to starting. accommodate individuals with necessary adaptations so they may participate as • Membership fee is $51 (includes tax) for six months, with fees due January 1 fully as their non-disabled peers. and July 1. • Weekly activity schedules appear in the TR newsletter and online at the Parks and Recreation website. Membership Benefits: •A newsletter four times a year, providing a calendar of trips, special events, • Programs operate year round weekly scheduled activities and program information. • Questions, call Dani Bakken, Recreation Supervisor at 507-774-7110 or
Therapeutic Recreation Program
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Madelyn Pennaz, Recreation Facility Assistant at 507-774-7108 Therapeutic Recreaion Leisure Swim Leisure Swim is a program designed for kids ages 6-16 who have disabilities. The instructor is a qualified water safety instructor and experienced in making adaptations for the swimmer with special needs. If a WSI is unavailable, lifeguard staff will conduct a leisure swim session using games and water activities to promote physical exercise, socialization, and independence in the water. Those using a wheelchair may use our pool lift for transfer in and out of the water. Anyone whose ability restricts them from using the locker rooms independently may use the bathroom and changing area located directly off the pool. A south side accessible entrance is available. If your child needs further 1:1 assistance, we ask you to provide a volunteer. Class limit is eight kids. Dates: Tuesdays March 31 – May 26 Time: 6:00-7:00pm Location: West Hills Pool Cost: $40.00
Adult Programs Adult Tennis Leagues, Drill Play and Cardio Play (all leagues and programs take place at the West Hills Tennis & Fitness Center) Registration Deadline for Leagues: March 23, 2019 Men’s Partnerless Doubles League • March 30 – May 24, 2020 • Monday Nights • Match starting times are scheduled at 6:30pm & 8:00pm • $48 per person (must maintain tennis center membership) Mixed Doubles League • March 30 – May 24, 2020 • Tuesday Nights • Match starting times are scheduled at 6:30pm & 8:00pm • $48 per person (must maintain tennis center membership) Adult Slowpitch Softball The Owatonna Park and Recreation Department in cooperation with the Owatonna Slow Pitch Softball Association offers organized leagues in Men’s and Co-Rec softball. Games are played from early May through late August at the Fairgrounds softball complex. • Registration materials are available at the Parks and Recreation Office and online. • Individuals wishing to find a team should call 507-444-4321 to be put on a list. • Team registration deadline is Thursday, March 11 at 4:30pm. • Mandatory Managers Meeting/Annual Softball Association Meeting is Monday April 27th at 6:00pm at Owatonna Knights of Columbus, schedules will be available, and player’s fees can be paid that evening.
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Men’s League Team Fee: $350 (American League), $325 (other leagues) Tentative Nights of Play: 1-American & 2-Stripes – Wednesdays (starting May 6), 3-Steele & 4-Stars (starting May 4) – Mondays and some Thursdays, 5-Four Diamond & 6-Straight River – Thursdays (starting May 7) Men’s American League plays 22 games and includes double headers on most nights; other men’s leagues play 20 games with double headers. Men’s fees include end of year tournament fee. If you do not wish to play in the postseason tournament, you must request a refund from the Owatonna Softball Association by July 1st. Co-Rec League Team Fee: $195 Night of Play: Tuesday (starting May 12) The unique rules governing Co-Rec Softball help the sport remain recreational. Co-Rec plays 14 games. The bottom league is recreational, and teams can play games with as many women as they want. Team Entry Fees Entry Fees are due on or before Thursday, March 12. Please pay at the Parks and Recreation Office, checks are payable to Owatonna Parks and Recreation. Player Fees Player fees are due before the first night of play. Checks are payable to Owatonna Parks & Recreation. All fees include tax and a Softball Association fee for field improvements. ($10 for co-rec and $15 for men). Men’s League $45 for Owatonna and Steele County residents, $55 for outside Steele County Co-Rec League $40 for Owatonna and Steele County residents, $55 for outside Steele County 5-on-5 Softball League Having problems getting a full team together? Join the NEW 5 on 5 league where you only need to find 5 players! The league will be played with three teams playing on the same field for four inning games. Each inning will consist of rotating from batting, to infield (1st, 2nd, 3rd, shortstop and pitcher positions), to outfield (four outfielders and a catcher) and consist of nine outs to complete one inning. A net will be provided for pitcher. • Registration deadline is Thursday, Mar. 12 (tentative roster and entry fee) 2020 Fall 5 on 5 Softball Fees Men’s Lower $50 Tuesday Women’s $50 Wednesday Player fee: $10 (includes tax) Resident/Non-Resident NEW! You can now pay player fees online! Entry fees are non-refundable.
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Umpires If you are interested in umpiring, call the Park and Recreation Office at 507444-4321 for more details. A clinic to discuss local rules, expectations, and to hand out assignments and schedules will be held in April.
Fitness
Tai Chi Tai Chi is a Chinese martial art and form of stylized, meditative exercise, characterized by methodically slow circular and stretching movements and positions of bodily balance. Cost: $1 per class Day: Wednesdays & Fridays Time: 9:30am Location: West Hills Social Commons
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• Heated swimming pool • Locker rooms with showers No Annual Contracts Required! Pick your length of membership or drop in as your schedule permits for a daily fee. Ask if your company has a corporate discount, if not, check with us about getting one set up. We participate with several health insurance providers to help you stay fit. We partner with UCare, Health Partners, South Country Health Alliance, Preferred One and Medica to offer those with coverage special fitness programs.
Pilates Pilates is a proven gentle total body workout which strengthens deep back muscles, abdominals, upper and lower body as well as improving flexibility. This is a very beginner class. Exercises are balanced with stretches throughout. Class will leave you refreshed and relaxed. Clean mats will be provided for use or bring your own. Instructor: Susan Bernhart. Cost: $2 per session Days: Mondays & Thursdays Time: 9:30-10:30am Location: West Hills Social Commons
Membership Rates (Tax Included) Tennis Month Year Year ACH Individual $40.66 $326.76 $33.21/Month Junior $23.48 $185.02 $19.25/Month Couple $50.32 $410.51 $42.88/Month Family $55.69 $455.61 $46.10/Month **A Tennis membership includes Tennis Center court use. (additional court fees would apply)
Yoga Yoga is a series of postures and stretches in combination with breathing to develop flexibility and relaxation. Proper alignment of the body will bring balance, strength, and calmness to the participant. Cost: - 12 Class Punch card: $60.00 ALP members/$72 non-members - 6 Class Punch card: $33 ALP members/$39 non-members - Individual classes: $6 ALP members/$7 non-members Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 10:30-11:30am Location: West Hills Social Commons
Fitness Month Year Year ACH Individual $40.66 $278.44 $33.21/Month Junior $23.48 $185.02 $19.25/Month Couple $46.02 $299.91 $36.43/Month Family $51.39 $321.39 $38.58/Month Summer Pass: Memorial Day to Labor Day (Individual) $60.00 (Couple or Family) $75.00 **A Fitness membership provides access to the basketball court, weight room, cardio room, sauna, pool (during open swim times), running track and locker rooms/showers.
West Hills Tennis and Fitness Center Phone number – 444-4290 502 Dunnell Drive, Owatonna The West Hills Tennis & Fitness Center is owned and operated by the City of Owatonna, Parks and Recreation Department. Available at the facility: • Cardiovascular and strength training equipment • Gymnasium • Sauna • Running track • Six indoor tennis courts
Combination Month Year Year ACH Individual $51.39 $348.23 $42.88/Month Junior $34.21 $275.22 $28.92/Month Couple $55.69 $455.61 $46.10/Month Family $62.13 $509.29 $51.47/Month **A Tennis/Fitness Combo membership includes everything in the Fitness and Tennis memberships. Fitness Center Day Pass Monday through Friday Saturday and Sunday Ages 2 & under (1 child/1 adult)
$4.00 $5.00 FREE (with paid adult)
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Upcoming Specials: March - The Luck of the Draw- Each Fitness day pass guest is entered into a drawing to win a free individual month fitness membership (one entry for each day pass purchased). April -: Just Do It- Purchase a month membership at regular price and get a 2nd month of equal or lesser value for ½ price! Not eligible with any other specials or discounts. May - Water Aerobic Drawing- Purchase a Water Aerobics session and get entered into a drawing for a free future month session of equal or lesser value. June-August - Beat the Heat- Summer Fitness Pass. Individual pass is $60; Couple or Family Pass is $75 (Summer Pass is good from Memorial Day to Labor Day). Facility Hours: Tennis Center, Weight & Cardio Rooms, Track, Sauna, Basketball Court Monday-Thursday 6:00am-9:30pm Friday 6:00am-7:00pm Saturday 8:00am-6:00pm Sunday 11:00am-6:00pm Open Swim Hours Monday, Wednesday, Friday 6:00am-7:15am Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 7:00pm-9:00pm Saturday and Sunday 1:00pm-4:00pm Additional open swim hours may be available during school breaks, facility closed Easter Day.
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as a fitness trainer. Aaron is an Owatonna native and an OHS alumni. He has trained various levels of fitness abilities: from athletes, to beginners, to those with special needs. He has a flexible schedule, affordable training packages, and will work with you to meet all your fitness and health needs. Strength Circuit Training Lead by our Personal Trainer, this class will provide exercises that will help you with fitness goals as well as daily activities. Your strength, balance and coordination will be enhanced with participation in this class. Exercises will be adapted to your fitness level and abilities. Winter Sessions Days: Monday and Wednesday Time: 5:00 – 6:00pm Location: West Hills Gym Fee (12 classes): $30 Tennis & Fitness, $10 per day drop in Winter Session 3: March 2 – April 8 Time: 5:00 – 6:00pm Location: West Hills Gym Fee (12 classes): $30 Tennis & Fitness, $10 per day drop in Spring Session: April 15 – May 20 Time: 5:00 – 6:00pm Location: West Hills Gym Fee (6 classes): $15 Tennis & Fitness, $10 per day drop in
Tennis – Other Services Looking for a place to host a birthday party, church group event or just to have Tennis Racquet Stringing: Racquet Stringing and customization is available within 24 hours, within most cases. We have a selection of polyester, synthetic a drop-in group get together? Private rentals are available for the swimming gut and multi-filament strings available. Contact Colan with questions: pool, basketball court and/or room space. Contact us for more information. surrattcolan@gmail.com Water Aerobics (fee includes tax) Stringing prices (tax not included): March – April - May Classes • Basic = $28 Monday, Wednesday, Friday $36 per month • Better = $35 Choose one: 7:30-8:25am or 8:30-9:25am or 9:30-10:25am • Best = $42 Tuesday, Thursday $24 per month • Labor only = $25 Choose one: 6:15-7:10am or 8:00-8:55am or 4:00-4:55pm Tuesday 10:15-11:15am $12 per month Ball Machine: The ball machine is a great way to get extra strokes in to help Thursday 10:15-11:15am $12 per month refine your game and build your stamina. There are two different styles of ball Monday, Wednesday 11:30-12:25pm $24 per month machine available for rent in half hour increments to both members and nonMonday, Wednesday 4:00-4:55pm $24 per month members. Rental rates vary based on machine style and membership status. Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 5:00-5:55pm $36 per month Saturday 8:00-8:55am $12 per month Personal Trainer If you are in need of a Personal Trainer, the Tennis & Fitness Center has just the person for you! Our facility trainer, Aaron Halla, has a Bachelor of Science degree in Physical Education, Non-Teaching (Exercise Science), an ACE Trainer Certification and many years’ experience
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Season Trail Fee for personal carts (includes tax) Regular Rate $345/season MEMBERSHIP SPECIAL Current Members - Recruit a new member (someone who was not a member in 2019) and receive 15% off you membership base price. New Members - Join in 2020 and receive a 20% discount for 2 two years! (10% discount for young adults, futures, juniors, and weekday memberships) A great golf destination to play, relax & enjoy! 1369 Cherry Street (507) 444-2467 One of the finest municipal golf courses in southern Minnesota, the 18-hole, 6684 yard championship course is located in NE Owatonna near the entrance of Mineral Springs Park. The course is welcoming to players of all ages, yet still provides plenty of risk-reward opportunities for seasoned golfers. Brooktree is a member of the USGA and MGA. Purchase season passes in-person beginning Mar. 1 at the Parks and Recreation Office, 540 West Hills Circle. Available Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monthly payment plans (withdrawn on the 15th of the month) may be set up for any number of months, as long as the membership is paid in full by October 1st. Discounts available for Adult Leisure Pursuits members (formerly SeniorPlace).
Power Cart Rental 9 holes, per person $9 18 holes, per person $14
Punch Card and Annual Cart Rental information coming soon! Outings & Tournaments Let Brooktree host your next company outing or your charity tournament – 12 golfer minimum, 144 maximum – call for availability, packages and pricing.
Season Passes Prices listed do NOT include BGA, Surcharge and tax. Requirements and details available at the Park & Rec office. Full Season Juniors - $205 Full Season Young Adult - $465 Full Season Senior - $635 Full Season Senior Couple - $845 Weekday Couple - $775
Daily Rates (includes sales tax & surcharge) Monday through Friday Walking Riding 9 hole green fees $18 $27 18 hole green fees $28 $42 Weekends & Holidays 9 hole green fees $21 $30 18 hole green fees $32 $46
Full Season Futures - $310 Full Season Adult - $670 Full Season Super Senior - $540 Full Season Family - $875 Weekday Single - $590
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Owatonna Parks & Trails City Parks Owatonna’s City Park system contains a wide variety of activities and future opportunities. Ranging from undeveloped to special use, mini parks to community athletic complexes, and nature preserve to dog park, the City of Owatonna manages more than 800 acres of land. Archery Park on Elm, Brooktree Golf Course, Brown, Buecksler, Cashman, Central, Crocus, Daikin Soccer Complex, Dartts, Fairgrounds (Steele County), Falkland Meadows, Fremont, Hammann, Hazel, Jaycee, Kaplan’s Woods Regional Park including Kaplan’s Woods Parkway & Lake Kohlmier, Kriesel Park, Kriesel’s Woods, Lake Chase, Leo Rudolph Nature Reserve, Manthey, Maple Creek Greenbelt, Mineral Springs, Morehouse, Owatonna Soccer Complex at Lincoln, River Springs Water Park, Sid Kinyon Courts, Summer Park, Walter H. Gainey, West Hills, and Willow. Hours: 6:00am until 11:00pm.
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Dog Park at Lake Chase Bring your pooch out to the Lake Chase Dog Park. Opened in July of 2014, this park has been a popular spot for dogs and their humans to socialize with others! Help keep our park in good shape, and remember to scoop your poop! The park is located at 1915 State Avenue NW. Follow Owatonna Dog Park on Facebook! Owatonna Soccer Complex Lincoln School is home to the complex, and has nine fields exclusively for soccer use. Softball/baseball practice and golfing are NOT allowed on the fields. Tennis Courts Fourteen city-owned tennis courts are available. Manthey Park Courts (also striped for Pickleball), Sid Kenyon Courts (near Lincoln School), Brown Park Courts (artificial turf ) and Dartts Park Courts. Six indoor courts are available at the Tennis Center at West Hills.
Pavilions Pavilions are available at Brown Park, Dartts Park (small and large), Fairgrounds Park, Gainey Park, Jaycee Park, Kaplan’s Woods Parkway, Hard Surface Trails Manthey Park (small and large), Mineral Springs Park (small and large), 18th Street, Buxton Trail, Kaplan’s Woods Parkway Trail, Cashman Crossing, Morehouse Park (large and Warsinski Chalet), and Owatonna Soccer Muckle Trail, North Straight River Parkway containing the Ihlenfeld/Wildung Complex. Trail and Lange Woods Trail. Maps are available at the Parks & Recreation office. Pavilion Reservations Hours: Open 24 hours Reservations are made at the Parks & Recreation office, and may be made up Trail Rules: The trail system has been created to provide a variety of recreational uses and opportunities for residents and visitors. To ensure the trail system is a safe and fun place for all users, please follow the rules of the road. • Stay as near to right side of the trail as you can while still traveling safely. • Travel in a consistent and predictable manner. • Cyclists and in-line skaters should pass on the left when going by others moving in the same direction. Look ahead and back to be sure the lane is clear before pulling out to pass, then give a warning signal by voice, bell, or horn before passing. • Yield when entering or crossing trails and roadways. • When traveling in a group, use only half the trail, so as not to block the flow of traffic. • Pets must be on a leash. You are responsible for cleaning up after your pets. Dispensers with “pooper-scoopers” are available on each trail. • Trails are recreational. Cyclists and in-line skaters may not race or use excessive speed. Please report any misuse, vandalism, or maintenance problem to 507-444-4321 or 507-444-3800.
to a year in advance. Rates vary depending on pavilion size. All rentals are full days. Both the reservation fee and refundable damage deposit must be paid at the time of reservation. Pavilion Rental Policies Cancellation by the renting party must give notice one month prior to the reservation and the rental fee will be refunded, less a $10 cancellation fee. Notice less than one month prior will not be refunded. If the Parks and Recreation Department finds it necessary to cancel a pavilion reservation, a full refund will be given. Alcohol is allowed at all parks, except at Central Park, Cashman Park and Kaplan’s Wood Parkway, or Owatonna Soccer Complex. Glass containers are not allowed in any parks. Permits for large containers are required. Permits are available at the Parks & Recreation office for $10 and an additional damage deposit of $50. Minnesota Statue 340 regulates against the sale of alcoholic beverages.
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Garbage - Pavilion renters are reminded that they are responsible for picking up and disposing of all garbage that is created by users into garbage cans provided or they could forfeit the damage deposit. Chalet - No smoking is allowed in the Warsinski Chalet. Balloons are not allowed. Keys should be picked up one or two business days before the rental. Damage deposits will be forfeit for anyone using balloons or failing to return their key. A $50 fee will be charged if the parks on-call person is called to open the Chalet on the day of the event. Equipment Rental Owatonna Parks and Recreation is giving you the opportunity to rent a variety of recreational equipment year round. We’ve got equipment to fit your needs including; Bocce Ball sets, Pickleball sets, Bean Bags, Kubb, Baseball/Softball Gloves, Footballs, GPS Units, Picnic Packs, Fishing Rods, and Backyard Games! Some rental equipment may require a security deposit. Call our office for more information! Please reserve in advance to ensure the availability of the and snacks provided. Schedule: April 14 (Laverne Wanous), May 12 (Hans Hohrman), June 9 (Ryan items you want. Herman) Cost: $5.00 Adult Leisure Pursuit members, $6.00 non-members Event and Special Use Permits Anything park use other than a private party rental will require an event or Tai Chi special use permit to be completed. These uses would include tournaments, fundraising events, Central Park stage, festivals, or any other event that requires Tai Chi is a additional assistance from park, street or other city crews; or a request to waive Chinese martial art and form fees. of stylized, meditative exercise, characterized by methodically Membership Adult Leisure Pursuits are leisure and recreational programs for adults over 50 slow circular and stretching years of age. Our yearly memberships run from January through December. movements and By becoming a member of the Adult Leisure Pursuits, you are provided with positions of bodily balance. full access to the West Hills Social Commons, full participation to any of the Cost: $1 per class daily programs or activities, great discounts to all programs, trips and activities. Day: Wednesdays & Fridays Another benefit that you will gain by becoming a member is being part of our Time: 9:30am partnership program. Membership dues: $40.00 per person. Location: West Hills Social Commons Pilates Facility Pilates is a proven gentle total body workout which strengthens deep back West Hills Social Commons is located in the West Hills Complex, 500 muscles, abdominals, upper and lower body as well as improving flexibility. Dunnell Drive This is a very beginner class. Exercises are balanced with stretches throughout. Hours are: Class will leave you refreshed and relaxed. Clean mats will be provided for use • Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:00pm or bring your own. Instructor: Susan Bernhart. Phone: 507-444-4280 Cost: $2 per class/member, $3 per class/non-member Days: Mondays & Thursdays Stay up to date with West Hills Social Commons and Adult Leisure Pursuits: Time: 9-10am Website: www.ci.owatonna.mn.us/324/West-Hills-Social-Commons Location: West Hills Social Commons Facebook: www.facebook.com/SeniorPlace
Adult Leisure Pursuits
Dancing at the Elks We will be dancing at the Elks on the second Tuesday of the month, from 1:00-4:30pm. Thanks to the Owatonna Elks Club and Diane KathSchoenfeld! This is a great time to socialize, dance and exercise! Refreshments
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Yoga Yoga is a series of postures and stretches in combination with breathing to develop flexibility and relaxation. Proper alignment of the body will bring balance, strength, and calmness to the participant. Cost: - 12 Class Punch card: $60.00 Adult Leisure Pursuits members/$72 non-members - 6 Class Punch card: $33 Adult Leisure Pursuits members/$39 non-members - Individual classes: $6 Adult Leisure Pursuits members/$7 non-members Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays Time: 10:30-11:15am Location: West Hills Social Commons Chair Aerobics Enjoy a real aerobic workout, without getting out of your chair! This fun program consists of warm-ups, exercises, cool-downs & stretches. Offered by Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute. Call 507-977-2150 to register. Cost: $10 per month or $1.25 per class Day: Mondays & Thursdays Time: 10:30-11:15am Weight Training for Seniors A Therapist leads the group in a program of warm-up exercises, weight lifting exercises with hand-held weights, cool-down exercises and stretching. We ask for a commitment of 3 times per week for 3 months to start the program. Offered by Courage Kenny Rehabilitation Institute, call 507-977-2150 to register Cost: $25 per month Day: Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays Time: 8:30-9:30am or 3:15-4:15pm Billiards The West Hills Social Commons Billiards group meets on Tuesdays at 8 am or Thursdays at 1 pm. You do not have to be a pool shark to enjoy a game of billiards. Come on down and play a game or two. Both men and women are always welcome to join the group. Drop-in billiards is also available MondayFriday when the building is open. Cost: $.50 cents for 2 hours. Bingo Each week there are 19 games and a blackout round. You must be a member of Adult Leisure Pursuits to play Bingo. Cost: $.50 per card Days: Fridays Time: 12:30-2:45pm Location: Multi-Purpose Room 1st Floor
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Card Groups Cribbage Mondays 12:45 pm Maj Jongg Tuesdays 9:00 am Hand & Foot Tuesdays & Thursdays 12:45pm Pinochle Monday, Wed & Fridays 1:00 pm Mexican Train Wednesdays 1:00 pm 500 Fridays 8:45 am Wednesdays 1:00 pm Room Rentals Available Great for weddings, birthdays, retirements, meetings, showers, or family get-togethers! We are also booking dates for 2020 graduation parties. Rooms (capacity): Multi-Purpose Room with kitchen (160), Board Room (50), East Meeting Room (35), West Meeting Room with kitchen (50), South Meeting Room (12), 3rd Floor North Meeting Room, 2nd Floor North Meeting Room Call West Hills Social Commons for rates and availability.
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Minnesota State Public School Orphanage Museum
Museum Hours: Monday - Friday: 7:00am-5:00pm (Main Entrance) Saturday & Sunday: 1:00pm-5:00pm (Enter through the Owatonna Arts Center)
The property of the Minnesota State Public School for Dependent and Neglected Children, now known as the West Hills Complex, has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places as a Historic District since December 28, 2010.
Cottage 11 Tuesday-Sunday May 1-Labor Day:1pm-4pm Labor Day-Dec 31: 1pm-3pm Closed January and February March 1-April 30: 1pm-3pm or by appt. at 507-774-7369 $2 per person donation appreciated.
Phone: 507-774-7369 E-mail: museum@ci.owatonna.mn.us Website: www.orphanagemuseum.com
Learn the history of the Minnesota State Public School for Dependent and Neglected Children • Tour Cottage 11, original cottage that housed boys 6-13 (1923-1945) • Cemetery (learn the history of 198 children buried there) • State School Museum (inside City Administration Building) • Call for group tours by Harvey Ronglien (State Schooler) • Outdoor Audio Tour Stations-seasonal May 1 - November 1
Tours: Self-guided tours of the main Museum, Cottage 11 & grounds tour are free of charge. (Donations are appreciated.) Guided tours are available. Please contact the Orphanage Museum for details & reservations.
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• Arts - Musical,Visual, Cultural • Recreation - Sports, Leisure, Family fun • Education - Literary, Scientific, Historic preserving the past building the present funding the future For more information about the Owatonna Foundation, or to make a donation, Contact Laura Resler at 507-455-2995 or email info@owatonnafoundation.org Owatonna Foundation, 108 West Park Square, PO Box 642, Owatonna, MN 55060