Lincoln Parks & Recreation | Fall 2022 / Winter 2023

PARKS FACILITY RESERVATIONS

Reservations are online at lincoln.ne.gov (keyword: reservation). Payment must be paid online or sent to the office for completion of reservation. Requests for refunds are subject to a $25 service charge and must be made at least seven working days prior to the reservation date.

Note: Rain, cold, heat, or bugs are not an automatic cause for a refund. Each request/issue will be considered separately after a refund form has been completed.

Indoor Facilities: Indoor/enclosed facilities available for rent include: Antelope, Auld Pavilion, Bethany, Van Dorn.

Outdoor Facilities: Outdoor picnic shelters and group picnic table locations are also available for rent.

Jane Snyder Trails Center,

Wedding Locations: Numerous park settings are available to reserve for your ceremony: Antelope Park Bandshell, Auld Pavilion, Hazel Abel Park, Stransky Park, Sunken Gardens, Iron Horse Park, Oak Lake Island, Bowling Lake, Veterans Memorial Garden, Government Park Square, Holmes Lake, Hamann Rose Garden at Antelope Park, and the Union Plaza Amphitheater.

Special Use: Planning a concert or community event? Rent spaces like Centennial Mall, Tower Square, Union Plaza Amphitheater, or the Antelope Park Bandshell. Additional paperwork is required for special use events, please contact the reservations desk for more information.

For more information please contact the reservations desk, administration building, 3131 “O” Street, Suite 300, call (402) 441-7847, OPT. 0 during regular business hours, or email reservations@lincoln.ne.gov.

EQUIPMENT RENTAL

FACILITY, COURT, & FIELD RESERVATIONS

parks.lincoln.ne.gov | Reserve a Ballfield or Court

Quick, affordable rentals of all your backyard favorites: badminton, bocce, croquet, horseshoes, washers, bean bag toss, ladder ball, tug-of-war, and plenty more!

For more information, contact the Irving Recreation Center, (402) 441-7954.

RECREATION CENTER RESERVATIONS

Our centers facilities are available to rent for your reunion, birthday party, meeting, or event. Some rentals include use of game room with foosball, pool, bumper pool, table tennis, and shuffleboard! Call any center for more information or to book your event.

PIONEERS PARK NATURE CENTER

The auditorium is great for birthday parties, group meetings, and company retreats. Call (402) 441-7895 for more information.

GOLF CLUBHOUSE RESERVATIONS

For clubhouse rental information, contact the Holmes Golf Course, (402) 441-8960, or visit lincolncitygolf.org/holmes.

TEAM PRACTICE COURT & FIELD RESERVATIONS

Our centers facilities are available to rent for your reunion, birthday party, meeting, or event. Some rentals include use of game room with foosball, pool, bumper pool, table tennis, and shuffleboard! Call any center for more information or to book your event.

CLASS REGISTRATIONS

parks.lincoln.ne.gov | Register for a Class

Registration is available online for most classes and programs!

Go to parks.lincoln.ne.gov and click “Register Online’” Class sizes are limited, so register early!

Cancellations: The Department reserves the right to combine classes/programs as needed or cancel classes/programs due to insufficient enrollment. A full refund will be granted if the Department cancels the program.

an important message:

Facility access, program and event schedules listed in this publication are subject to change.

The Department wants a safe and fun experience for all participants in our parks, trails, and programs therefore we will continue to follow local DHM's.

Information including dates, times, locations, and fees are accurate as of September 20, 2022. City of Lincoln COVID-19 Response information can be found at covid19.lincoln.ne.gov.

ADMINISTRATION

3131 “O” Street, Suite 300 Lincoln, NE 68510

p (402) 441-7847

f (402) 441-9249 parks@lincoln.ne.gov parks.lincoln.ne.gov

HOURS:

M-F 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

TEAM SPORTS OFFICE

3131 “O” Street, Suite 300 Lincoln, NE 68510 p 402 441-7892 athletics@lincoln.ne.gov teamsideline.com/lincolnne

HOURS:

M-F 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

REGISTRATION

Register at the athletics office during regular business hours or anytime at teamsideline.com/lincolnne.

Youth sports will also have the option of mail-in registration.

LET'S PLAY A GAME!

LINCOLN CITY GOLF

Mailing Address:

3131 “O” Street, Suite 300 Lincoln, NE 68510 p 402 441-3862 golf@lincoln.ne.gov lincolncitygolf.org

LINCOLN PARKS FOUNDATION

3131 “O” Street, Suite 301 Lincoln, NE 68510 Main: (402) 441-8258 director@lincolnparks.org lincolnparks.org

Facebook: @LincolnParksFoundation Twitter: @LNKParksFdn Instagram: @lnkparksfdn

WHO SAID IT? Leslie Knope or Maggie Stuckey-Ross

The NBC satirical comedy "Parks and Recreation" has some interesting quotes that display Leslie Knope's passion for her job and community. Maggie Stuckey-Ross also has some great one-liners as well. No wonder she's been called the "Leslie Knope of Lincoln".

Guess which leader said each phrase!

11. Let’s do this, #lnk!

12. No one achieves anything alone.

13. Now, go find your team, and get to work.

14. The snow was flying, the wind was blowing...and the pantries were all bare. Take a moment to restock a pantry near you. Need knows no season.

15. The thing about youth culture is-I don’t understand it.

I care.

I’m excited to get to

Leading this team has been one of

highest honors

10. Let’s break out a map. Not the old out-of-date one that shows where we’ve been, but a crisp new one that shows where we might go. Let’s embark on a new journey together and see where it takes us.

an issue

Report city issues like graffiti, potholes, public tree issues, and more may be reported on the UPLNK app or UPLNK.lincoln.ne.gov.

16. This is what democracy looks like.

17. What I hear when I'm being yelled at is people caring loudly at me.

18. Work hard at work worth doing.

19. You have all the strengths.

20. We have to remember what’s important in life: friends, Dairy Queen, and work. Or Dairy Queen, friends, work. But work has to come third.

AIR PARK RECREATION CENTER

3720 NW 46th St. Lincoln, NE 68524 (402) 441-7876

jkelley@lincoln.ne.gov

HOURS:

Adult Drop-In Hours:

M-F 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM

SAT, SUN Closed

Youth Drop-In Hours:

Open for youth, 17 and younger. 12 and younger must be accompanied by an adult.

M-F 3:00 - 8:00 PM

SAT, SUN Closed

TRACK/FITNESS FACILITIES

Fitness/Weight Room

Universal Style equipment, free weights, Air-dyne bikes, and treadmills.*Must be 7th grade or older to use Weight Room. Youth must be accompanied by an adult.

$2.50/visit or $25 for 12 visits “Activity Card”

GYM RESERVATIONS

Call the center to reserve a time slot

Basketball

W, F 5:00 - 8:00 PM

Volleyball

R 5:00 - 8:00 PM

OPEN GYM

Available during drop-in hours and when gym/courts are not reserved. 17 and younger are free.

$2/visit or $21 for 12 visits “Gym Card”

FACILITY RENTAL

$30/hour One room, open hours

$57/hour One room, after hours

$89/hour Afterhours full facility Call 402-441-7876 for more information.

BELMONT RECREATION CENTER

1234 Judson St. Lincoln, NE 68521 (402) 441-6789 dkasparek@lincoln.ne.gov

HOURS:

Adult Drop In Hours:

M-R 6:30 AM – 7:00 PM

F 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM

SAT 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

SUN 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM

Middle School/High School Open Gym:

W 5:30 - 7:00 PM

Game Room:

M-R 5:30 - 7:00 PM

TRACK/FITNESS FACILITIES

Belmont’s Track/Fitness facility includes a 13 lap/mile indoor track, treadmills, weight machines, and more. Lockers and showers available. Bring your own lock and towel.

Senior Track/Fitness (60yrs+)

Belmont Recreation Center along with Aging Partners allows Seniors to use the Track/Fitness Areas at NO CHARGE. *Aging Partners requests all participants complete a registration form.

M-F 9 AM – 1 PM *FREE

M-F 6:30-9:00 AM, 1 PM - Close $1.50

Adult Fitness Fitness Room $3/day | $30/mo.

Track and Equipment $3/day | $30/mo.

Both Fitness Areas $5/day | $50/mo. $70/family

TEAM PRACTICE

Reservations can be made online.

Basketball $15/half court/55 min. $30/full court/55 min.

M, T, R 5:45 PM – 6:40 PM

SAT 9:20 AM – 4:40 PM

Volleyball

SUN 1:30 - 4:40 PM $16/55 min.

CALVERT RECREATION CENTER

4500 Stockwell Lincoln, NE 68506 (402) 441-8480 nweber@lincoln.ne.gov

SUMMER/FALL HOURS:

May 1 - November 4 Hours

M-R 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM

F 6:30 AM - 5:45 PM

SAT/SUN Closed

WINTER HOURS: *begin Nov 5

M-R 6:30 AM - 7:00 PM

F 6:30 AM - 5:45 PM

SAT 1:00 -5:00 PM

SUN Closed

TEAM PRACTICE

Reservations can be made online.

Basketball Fee: $15/half/55 min., $30/full/55 min

T, W, R 5:30 - 6:25 PM

SAT 1:00 - 5:00 PM

Pickleball Drop-In *begin Oct 3

M-F 8:30 AM - 10:30 PM $2.00/2hrs 10:30 AM-12:30PM $2.00/2hrs

Beginning Feb. 18

M-F 8:30 - 10:30 PM $2.00/2hrs 10:30 -12:30PM $2.00/2hrs

SAT. 9:30 - 11:30 AM $2.00/2hrs Noon - 2:00 PM $2.00/2hrs

ROOM/BUILDING RENTALS

Call (402) 441-8480 for more information and to book your event.

EASTERDAY

RECREATION CENTER

6130 Adams St. Lincoln, NE 68507

(402) 441-7901; (402) 441-7877; (402) 441-7948 kzingg@lincoln.ne.gov sconnett@lincoln.ne.gov smcentarffer@lincoln.ne.gov

HOURS:

M-F 1:00 - 4:30 PM

SAT/SUN Closed

Game Room

Come by and play pool or ping pong in our game room free of charge. You can also use the computers or play the piano.

Ages: 14+* M-F 1:30 - 4:30 PM

*13 and under with adult supervision FREE

Open Gym

Ages: 14+* M-F 3:00 – 4:30 PM

*13 and under with adult supervision $2/day

ROOM/BUILDING RENTALS

Call (402) 441 - 7901 for more information and to book your event.

Facility Rental Fees

$46/hour – Lobby, Classroom, Game Room, and Kitchen

$46/hour – Lobby, Gym $57/hour – Whole Building (Lobby, Classroom, Game Room, Kitchen, and Gym)

TEAM PRACTICE TIMES

Reserve a practice court online for your basketball or volleyball team.

Practice times are 55 minutes and can be scheduled up to two weeks in advance

Basketball reservations are half court for $15 or full court for $30 and volleyball reservations are half court for $16.

For further information, please contact the center where you wish to practice.

Reservations can be made online at parks.lincoln.ne.gov. - Reserve a Court

F STREET COMMUNITY CENTER

1225 “F” St. Lincoln, NE 68508 (402) 441-7951 jgerlach@lincoln.ne.gov

HOURS:

M-F 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM

SAT 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

SUN 1:00 - 5:00 PM

Drop-In Times:

Adults: M-F 8:00 am - 3:00 pm

Middle/High School: 3:00 am - 8:00 pm

Weekend hours are for all families/all ages. Preschoolers must always be accompanied by an adult.

TRACK/FITNESS FACILITIES

Fitness/Weight Room

Our fitness area includes a weight machine, free weights, stationary bicycles, stair climbers, tread mills, and an elliptical. Lockers and showers are available with paid weight room.

Track/Weight Room Hours:

M-F 8:00 AM - 7:45 PM

SAT 10:00 AM - 4:45 PM

SUN 1:00 - 4:45 PM

FITNESS AREAS & FEES

Fitness areas close 15 minutes before center closure. Check in at front desk for use.

Track M - F FREE

Basketball/Gym $2/day

Showers $3.00 (open hrs only)

Weight Room* $3/day or $30/month

NO FREE WEIGHT ROOM TIMES. High school or older to use weight room. All participants must pay and sign-in at front desk prior to using weight room and/or track. Locker room and showers are included in daily fee.

Open Gym (18yrs+)

Call (402) 441-7951 for availability.

M-F Noon - 3:00 PM $2/day

TEAM PRACTICE

Reservations can be made online.

Basketball

M, W 6-6:55pm, 7-7:50pm

SAT 10-10:55am, 11–11:55am, 12-12:55pm

SUN 1–1:55pm, 2-2:55pm

Volleyball

F 6-6:55pm, 7-7:55 PM

OTHER RESOURCES

Computer Lab (18yrs+)

M-F 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM Free

IRVING RECREATION CENTER

2010 Van Dorn Lincoln, NE 68502 (402) 441-7954 rlingard@lincoln.ne.gov

HOURS: * April 1-Nov 1

M-R 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM

F 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

SAT/SUN Closed

Starting Nov. 1

M-R 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

F 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM

SAT 1:00 - 5:00 PM

SUN Closed

TEAM PRACTICE

Basketball

M-R 5 - 5:55 PM, 5:55 - 6:50 PM

Beginning Nov. 1

M-R 5:00 - 5:55 PM

SAT 1:00 - 1:55 PM, 1:55 - 2:50 PM, 2:50 - 3:45 PM, 3:45 - 4:40 PM

Volleyball

W 5:00 - 5:55 PM, 5:55 - 6:50 PM

Beginning Nov. 1

W 5 - 5:55 PM

OPEN GYM for YOUTH BASKETBALL

Ages 18 and under only on courts.

Beginning Nov. 1

SAT 1 – 4:45 PM Free

PIONEERS PARK NATURE CENTER

3201 S. Coddington Ave. Lincoln, NE 68522

Located on the west end of Pioneers Park. Entrance gates to Pioneers Park are located on S. Coddington Ave. and West Van Dorn. (402) 441-7895 naturecenter@lincoln.ne.gov

HOURS:

Prairie Building

M-SAT 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

SUN Noon - 4:30 PM

Open only SAT-SUN in winter. Exhibits include small animals, interpretive trail signs, and a bison herd.

Chet Ager Building

TRAILS: Hiking-only trails in prairie, woodland and wetland settings. Prairie trails open daily, including holidays. Woodland trails 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Admission:

Admission to all buildings and trails is free, but donations are appreciated. Suggested Donation: $3/person, $5/family, $10/group

FACILITY RENTAL

Have your next event at Pioneers Park Nature Center. Great for birthday parties, group meetings, and company retreats. Call (402) 441-7895 for details about the auditorium rental at the Nature Center.

Prairie Building Malinovskis Auditorium $60/hour (min 3 hours) or $400/day

BIRTHDAY PARTIES

M-SAT 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

SUN Noon - 4:00 PM

Choose the theme that will make for an exciting birthday celebration: Reptiles Rock, Insect Investigations, Nature’s Scavenger Hunt, Amazing Birds, Marvelous Mammals or Grow in the Garden! We provide the space, program, a favor bag for each child and a special gift for the guest of honor. Time includes 30 minutes for set-up prior to party time. Call (402) 441-7895 for more information.

$140 for up to 15 children + 5 adults*

SAT 10:00 AM - Noon

SAT, SUN 1:30 - 3:30 PM

and

MOVEMENT CLASSES

Get moving in these small group classes.

Shake it off with Zumba, find balance withyoga, and tone with barre.

Zumba

Yoga

T 5:30 - 6:15 PM

T 12:00 - 12:45 PMBarre

R 5:30 - 6:15 PM

F Street Community Center, 1225 F Street

HALLOWEEN CARNIVALS

Costumes are encouraged!

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 29

1:00 - 3:00 PM

Belmont Recreation Center, 1234 Judson St.

Bring an adult and come on out and join us for our first annual “Treat Street”. Trick or Treating. Games. Candy and Fun!

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30

2:00 - 4:00 PM

Air Park Recreation Center, 3720 NW 46th St.

Come out to a family Halloween Festival with games and prizes. This free event is open to youth in elementary school and their families.

FitLot Outdoor Fitness Park Classes

Woods Park, 3131 O Street

Learn how to safely exercise on Lincoln's newest outdoor fitness park located in Woods Park. This new park provided by FitLot and AARP, offers park users a new way to get a workout in while enjoying the outdoors. Use your own body weight on this circuit training facility. Additional equipment is provided. Bring water bottle and hand sanitizer.

September 13 - November 4

M, W, F 9:00 AM, 10:30 AM

T, R 10:30 AM

Registration required for class.

Register at Eventbrite.com, or visit fitlot.org/parks/lincoln parks.lincoln.ne.gov (search: FitLot)

HALLOWEEN FOR TEENS

October 30, 1:30-2:30 PM

F Street Community Center, 1225 F Street Teens - middle schoolers only.

MONDAY, OCTOBER 31

6:00-7:30 PM

F Street Community Center, 1225 F Street

Pre-School - 5th grade youth are invited to play games and win prizes. All children must be accompanied by an adult for this event!

Photos by Lincoln Journal Star

Co-ed Bowling League (ages 17+)

Teams bowl 3 games each week. Pre-registration required, call 402-441-7877. Location: Hollywood Bowl (920 N. 48th)

Begins: Sep 17 SAT 10 weeks 1:30-4:00 p.m.

$9 for 10 week league session fee, $11/week to bowl

Adaptive Recreation Holiday Ceramics

Participants will paint 1-3 pieces of greenware with the assistance of instructors. We have 2 class times each week. We have 2 sessions of classes each week. Call 402-441-7948 to register. (ages 17+) *Includes the cost of project supplies.

Session 1: 9:15-10:30 am

Session 2: 10:45 am–12:00 pm

Begins: Nov 5 Sat 3 weeks $26.75*

Begins: Dec 3 Sat 3 weeks $26.75*

Adaptive Recreation

Programs for youth and adults with intellectual & physical disabilities, and mental health diagnoses

ADULT DAY STRUCTURE

Our Day Structure programs are held in a supportive, caring environment, with trained and experienced staff. We have kind and caring volunteers and community specialists who lead groups and special programs. Clients are encouraged to set personal goals and participate in a broad spectrum of programs.

A few of our program offerings include: Exercise & Physical Activities, Arts & Crafts, Gardening, Theatre/Drama, Nutrition & Cooking, Leisure Education, Life Skills, Special Events/Holiday Parties, Community Outings, and much, much more!

Call 402-441-7901 for more information.

Day Structure 1 is for adults with mental health diagnoses.

M-F 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Day Structure 2 is for adults with medical/physical health needs. M-F 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM

ADAPTIVE RECREATION CLUBS

Evening recreational clubs are currently on hiatus due to staffing needs.

Contact Easterday Recreation Center at (402) 441-7901 to ensure you are on the mailing list for any of the following:

• Monday Hi-Time Club (Upper Middle School-High School-age 21)

• Tuesday Fun Club (Elementary-Middle School Age)

• Wednesday Social Club (ages 36+)

• Thursday Friendship Club (ages 22-35)

JOIN OUR TEAM!

Enthusiastic people are wanted who enjoy sharing their love of recreation with others. Staff and volunteer opportunities include:

• Club Supervisor/Vehicle Driver

• Day Structure Programs Supervisor and Assistants

• Special Olympics coaches (basketball and swimming)

Apply online at jobs.lincoln.ne.gov (Seasonal Opportunities section)

Class Days are indicated: M (Monday), T (Tuesday), W (Wednesday), R (Thursday), F (Friday), SAT (Saturday) and SUN (Sunday).

SPECIAL OLYMPICS & UNIFIED SPORTS

FALL 2022 TENTATIVE PRACTICE SCHEDULE

Basketball: Ages 8+

Irving Recreation Center (2010 Van Dorn)

Sundays

3:00-4:00 pm: Individual and Level A Skills

3:00-4:00 pm: Half Court Practice

4:00-5:00 pm: Full Court Practice

4:00-5:00 pm: Full Court/Unified Team Practice

Dates: 11/6/22, 11/13, 11/20, 12/5, 12/11, 1/8/23, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/19, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19, 3/26

Tourney Dates: TBD

Bowling: Ages 8+

Parkway Lanes (2555 S 48th St)

Saturdays, 11:30 am-1:30 pm and 1:30-3:30 pm.

Fee: $11/week for 3 games OR $8/week for 2 games

Practice Dates: 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29, 11/5, 11/12, 11/19, 12/3

Bowlers must have 15 scores by 12/3 to compete in the East Central Tourney on January 8, 2023.

Flag Football Team: Ages 8+

Easterday Park (6130 Adams St)

Saturdays, 9:00-10:30 am

Practice Dates: 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/29, 11/5

Tourneys: 10/22 at Papillion Landing; 11/12-13 in Lincoln

Soccer: Ages 8+

Easterday Park (6130 Adams St)

Thursdays

Soccer Skills – 5:30-6:15 p.m.

Unified Team – 6:15-7:15 p.m.

Practice Dates: 10/6, 10/13, 10/20

Tourney: 10/23 at Papillion Landing

Swimming

Youth Swimming (Ages 8-21): 1:45-2:45 p.m

Adult Swimming (Ages 22+): 12:45-1:45 p.m.

Lincoln Southwest High School, 7001 S 14th St

Saturdays

Tentative Practice Dates: 11/12/22, 11/19, 12/3, 12/10, 12/17, 1/14/23, 1/28, 2/11, 2/18, 2/25, 3/11, 3/25, 4/1, 4/15, 4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13

Track & Field: Ages 8+

Lincoln Southeast High School, 2930 S 37th St

Sundays, 1:15-2:45 pm

Fall Practices: 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30

Spring Practices start 3/5/2023 at a different location

WHAT IS UNIFIED SPORTS?

Dedicated to promoting social inclusion through shared sports training and competition experiences, Unified Sports joins people with and without intellectual disabilities on the same team. It was inspired by a simple principle: training together and playing together is a quick path to friendship and understanding.

In Unified Sports, teams are made up of people of similar age and ability, which makes practices more fun and games more challenging and exciting for all. Having sports in common is just one more way that preconceptions and false ideas are swept away.

Our opponent is intolerance. Only shoulder-to-shoulder, as teammates together, can we defeat it. Join and take your place alongside the rest of our global game-changers today.

The Lincoln Shooting Stars team offers opportunities for Unified Sports in basketball, bocce, bowling, flag football, golf, soccer, swimming, track, and volleyball. If you are interested in participating as a Unified Partner in any of these sports, we would love to hear from you!

Contact Kerry at (402) 441-7877 or email kzingg@lincoln.ne.gov to learn more about Special Olympics including Unified Sports and other adaptive programs at the Easterday Recreation Center.

LITTLE SPROUTS PRESCHOOL

Calvert Recreation Center (402) 441-8480

Little Sprouts offers children the opportunity to learn about nature in an urban setting, utilizing Henry Park for daily walks and exploration. Using observations of the children during play and outdoor experiences teachers plan the curriculum and activities in which children learn literacy, math and science through play experiences and further exploration. Children also engage in music and movement activities, creative arts, and building experiences to support creativity and social/emotional skills in a mixed age setting. Little Sprouts is a Nebraska Step Up to Quality participating program.

Learn more at: education.ne.gov/stepuptoquality.

Little Sprouts Preschool Program starts Sept. 5, 2023

M-F 9:00 - 11:30 AM $166/mo.

M/W/F 9:00 - 11:30 AM $97/mo.

T/R 9:00 - 11:30 AM $69/mo.

Registration information can be found on page 2 or visit parks.lincoln.ne.gov.

NATURE PRESCHOOL

Pioneers Park Nature Center (402) 441-7895

Nature Preschool offers children the opportunity to explore nature in a wildlife sanctuary, encountering diverse landscapes and animals during daily hikes and outdoor play. Teachers plan the curriculum based on their observations of children during outdoor experiences, through class discussions, and during play. This emergent curriculum supports children’s natural curiosity to deepen their understanding of the world around them and link it to math, literacy, creative arts, and social/emotional skills.

Nature Preschool and PreK Registration opens March 1, 2023!

Preschool - Ages 3-4

September 5, 2023 - May 16, 2024

TR 9:00 - 11:30 AM $110/mo.

PreK - Ages 4-5

September 6, 2023 - May 17, 2024

MWF 9:00 - 11:30 AM $160/mo.

MWF 12:45 - 3:15 PM $160/mo.

Balance Bike Class

"Balance is the pillar beneath every skill we have." Majorie Woollacott, Ph. D.

Riding a bike is considered a key development milestone for children. Wheelie Good Ride Academy is providing balance bike instruction for any level rider with a focus on beginners.

Lessons are once weekly for 60 minutes for 5 weeks. Class will consist of team building games, and bicycle skill instruction.

Bikes will be available for use. But if your little one already has a balance bike, please bring it.

Ages 2 - 7 (can register if participant is older) Parent/guardian is asked to accompany children

Call (402) 261-8854 for more information and to register

Sept 24 – Oct 22 SAT 1:30 - 2:30 PM

Irving Recreation Center 2010 Van Dorn St, Lincoln, NE 68502

Sept 26 – Oct 24 MON 5:30 - 6:30 PM

Air Park Recreation Center 3720 NW 46th St., Lincoln, NE 68524

$45/child

$45/child

TECHNOLOGY

Junior Robotics

Junior FIRST LEGO League is a hands-on program designed to capture young children’s curiosity and direct it toward discovering the possibilities of improving the world around them. Children will research a topic, create a poster, build a LEGO model with at least one motorized part that addresses the topic researched, and present what they have learned to a reviewer in a non-competitive, fun, high energy environment.

Jan 21 - Mar 11

SAT 1:30 - 2:30 PM

IRV Ages 6-9 $80

Irving Middle School Drop-in*

During after school hours at Irving Recreation Center, middle school students can participate in a variety of age appropriate, fun, and enriching activities. We encourage all students to be engaged and take advantage of the activity choices available. The Center is open exclusively to Irving students upon school dismissal until 5:30 p.m. Students are welcome to stay after 5:30 when the center opens to the public. All Students must submit an After School Member Form to participate. Needbased scholarships are also available to qualifying members.

*Open to Irving Middle School students.

Aug. 15-May 25 M-F Dismissal – 5:30 PM

IRV Any LPS day $3.00/day $45/20 visits, $185/2nd semester, $350 annually

Nature Camps

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EXPLORER NATURE CAMPS

For children who have completed grades K-5, Explorer Nature Day Camps are designed to inspire curiosity and build understanding of others and their surroundings through guidance of caring staff, featuring the outdoors and natural wonder. Campers will be outside most of each day, weather permitting, and will need to bring a sack lunch, water bottle, and an extra change of clothes and shoes daily. 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM.

Pay enrollment fee and complete the Participant Info & Waiver form to complete registration. Needbased scholarships are available.

Spring Break Day Camp

Mar 13-17 M-F 8:00 AM–5:30 PM

Education Building $205/week

Summer Day Camp

June 5–9 M-F 8:00 AM–5:30 PM

June 12–16 M-F 8:00 AM–5:30 PM

June 20–23* T-F 8:00 AM–5:30 PM

June 26–30 M-F 8:00 AM–5:30 PM

July 17–21 M-F 8:00 AM–5:30 PM

July 24–27 M-F 8:00 AM–5:30 PM

July 31–August 4 M-F 8:00 AM–5:30 PM

Education Building $205/week

*$164, 4-day camp

REGISTRATION FOR SPRING AND SUMMER CAMPS

MONDAY, JANUARY

DISCOVERY CAMP

A half-day camp for children ages 3-6 to learn about the world around them. Camp activities and experiences are planned around seasonal changes and happenings at the Nature Center. Children have time to explore and investigate, play with others in a social setting, and express themselves through arts and crafts. Come prepared to be outdoors, get dirty, and have fun! Children must be potty trained and able to use an adult-sized toilet on their own.

June 5–8 M-R 9:00–11:30 AM

June 12–15 M-R 9:00–11:30 AM

June 26–29 M-R 9:00–11:30 AM

July 10–13 M-R 9:00–11:30 AM

July 17–20 M-R 9:00–11:30 AM

July 24–27 M-R 9:00–11:30 AM

Education Building $115/week

NAVIGATOR CAMP

For youth who have completed grades 6–8, this program expands day camp to give older campers more challenging outdoor experiences. Campers will be outside most of each day, weather permitting, and will need to bring a sack lunch, water bottle, and an extra change of clothes and shoes daily.

July 10–14 M-F 8:00–5:30 PM Education Building $190/week

NaturePrograms

Hand-in-Hand

Discover the wonders of nature with your young child through hikes, activities, and stories. Scheduled on the last Tuesday of each month, Hand-in-Hand is for children 2 ½ years to 7 years of age and an accompanying adult. Explore and learn together with a Nature Center guide.

Possible themes* include:

• What’s In a Cloud?

• Color and Shapes in Nature

• Creepy Crawlies, Animal Homes

• All About Trees

• Texture Adventures

• Water Wonders

• Winged Friends

*Whatever the topic, you should plan to spend the entire hour outdoors, no matter the weather.

Register by Friday, October 21. No drop-ins.

Two children accompanied by one adult is permitted if the adult can remain engaged with both children. Hand-in-Hand will resume in the spring.

Oct 25 T 2:45 – 3:45 PM

Prairie Building $4/person

Support the Nature Center and the work we do to preserve the tallgrass prairie.

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5

8:30 AM check-in, 9:00 AM start

Pick your distance on this untimed, recreational walk/ run that will take you through the tallgrass prairie, up and over rolling hills, and along spring-fed ponds.

The 1-mile course is a moderate route on mowed trails with some hills. The 5K option is a challenging, hilly course over uneven terrain. All participants will receive a participation gift.

Register by November 3.

1 mile and 5K options!

$12 for 12 years and under, $25 for 13+ years

GetMeRegistered.com (search: Prairie Run)

Friends of PPNC Annual Meeting

Members of, and anyone interested in, the Friends of the Pioneers Park Nature Center nonprofit organization are welcome to attend its annual meeting. The FOPPNC’s mission is to promote and support the development, programming and operation of the Nature Center. The meeting will include a social time, an annual report, and an environmental education presentation.

January 28 SAT 9:00–11:30 AM

Prairie Building Auditorium FREE

Fall and Winter LPS Break doesn't slow down our day campers!

Register now for schools out days!

Fall Fun Days Day Camp

Oct 17 & 18 M-T 8:00 AM–5:30 PM

Education Building $45/day

Winter Break Day Camp

Dec 27–30 T-F 8:00 AM–5:30 PM

Education Building $45/day

Evening Experiences

TWILIGHT HIKES

What will we encounter at twilight on the trails? Join us each month to experience the sights and sounds of the Nature Center in the (almost) dark, and learn about nocturnal wildlife, astronomy, and natural history. Each hike will have a different theme and focus. Please check-in 15 minutes prior to start time. You must pre-register; no drop-ins.

Sept 30 F 7:00–8:30 PM (Theme TBD)

Oct 21 F 7:00–8:30 PM (Wildlife)

Nov 18 F 6:30–8:00 PM (Theme TBD)

Dec 9 F 5:30–7:00 PM (Prairie Moonrise)

Dec 21 W 4:30–6:00 PM (Winter Solstice Sunset)

Jan 20 F 6:30–8:00 PM (Stargazing)

Prairie Building $5/person

Composting Workshops

Learn how to be successful with composting with this free demonstration workshop sponsored by Nebraska Extension in Lancaster County and the City of Lincoln Recycling Office. Demonstrations are presented by Extension Master Gardeners and include three types of composting bins and how to use them.

Sept 24 SAT 10:00–11:00 AM

Oct 22 SAT 10:00–11:00 AM

PPNC Compost Demo Area FREE

Wagon Ride Tour of Pioneers Park

Take a wagon ride tour of Pioneers Park and learn about the history and interesting stories of the park and the art within it. Dress for the weather, including a wind layer. This program is recommended for adults and pre-registration is required.

October 5 W 1:30 – 3:30 pm

Prairie Building $8/person

HYDE MEMORIAL OBSERVATORY

Enjoy programs about astronomy and space exploration, learn from knowledgeable volunteers, and take a peek into the universe through telescopes.

Open every Saturday 7:00 - 10:00 PM, sky conditions permitting. The Hyde Observatory is located on the south side of Holmes Lake on South Shore Rd.

Visit the observatory's website for program announcements and updates.

HydeObservatory.info

Prairie Seed Collection

Girl Scouts – Math in Nature

Girl Scouts (Daisies through Juniors) can earn the Math in Nature badge during this exploration at the Nature Center. Scouts will learn about shapes, numbers, and design in nature. Dress for the weather and bring a water bottle for this outdoor adventure! Girl Scout badge programming will resume in the spring. Register at Girl Scouts Spirit of Nebraska, girlscoutsnebraska.org.

Nov 19 SAT 1:00-3:00 PM

Boy Scouts Merit badges & service projects are available on request. $4.50/Scout.

Volunteer to help Pioneers Park Nature Center collect seed for prairie restoration. Each year seeds are collected from the grasses and forbs (flowering plants) in the prairie to be distributed in less diverse areas to enhance the prairie ecosystem. No prior experience necessary. Dress for the weather, wear suitable shoes for walking off-trail in the prairie, and bring your own work gloves if you have them. Register as a volunteer by Sept. 28.

Oct 1, Nov 12 SAT 9:00 AM

Prairie Building FREE

Christmas Bird Count

Help the staff and volunteers identify and count birds as part of the Christmas Bird Count sponsored by the National Audubon Society. Register by Wednesday, Dec. 14.

December 18 SUN 8:30 AM Chet Ager Building FREE

Great Backyard Bird Count

Join us for the Great Backyard Bird Count, a community science event. Each year people all over the world participate to watch, learn, count, and celebrate birds. This event is great for birders of all levels.

Meet at the Chet Ager Building at 9:00 AM to watch birds, learn how to use binoculars, learn bird identification, and go on a short, guided bird walk.

Donations and drop-in guests welcome.

February 18 SAT 9:00 AM Chet Ager Building FREE

Photo by Adrian Olivera

Photo by Donna Gufaston

Go Team Go!

Group up with family, friends, and coworkers to have fun with these fall sports. Contact our Team Sports office at (402) 441-7892 or visit their online registration system at www.teamsideline.com/lincolnne.

ADULT TEAM SPORTS

Must be 18 years old & out of high school. All Adult Team fees are subject to state sales tax.

Adult Basketball

Teams will play an eight-game regular season and a double elimination post season tournament.

Winter Volleyball

Teams will play an eight-game regular season and a double elimination post season tournament.

Winter Indoor Kickball

Teams will play a six-game regular season and a double elimination post season tournament. Games are played on Sundays at Calvert and Air Park Recreation Centers.

ADULT TEAM SPORTS

Registration Dates Fee Season Dates Divisions, Day/Time

Early Registration: Sept 5 - 11 $488/team ($455 + tax)

Basketball

Regular Registration: Sept 12 - Oct 9 $498/team ($465 + tax)

Late Registration: Oct 10 - 16 $520/team ($485 + tax)

Volleyball

Kickball

Days vary by division Starts Nov 2

Early Registration: Oct 24 - 30 $305/team ($285 + tax) Days vary by division

Regular Registration: Oct 31 - Dec 11 $316/team ($295 + tax)

Men’s (Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs PM) Women’s (Wed PM)

ATHLETIC FACILITY RESERVATIONS

As they say, "Practice makes perfect". Lincoln Parks and Recreation provides opportunities for both youth and adults to be part of an organized team sport all year round. Get your friends, neighbors, and coworkers together to play!

Our practice facilities offer various locations where your youth or adult sports team may practice. Reservations for indoor and outdoor facilities may be done online at parks.lincoln.ne.gov.

OUTDOOR FIELDS AND COURTS

Amenities vary depending on location.

Baseball/Softball Practice Fields:

Gold Ball Fields: $24 per hour

Premiere ball field locations with agri-lime infields and irrigated outfields. Maintenance is scheduled at least twice per week.

Silver Ball Fields: $18 per hour

Starts Jan 5

Men’s (Mon PM) Women’s (Mon, Tues, Thurs PM) Coed (Thurs PM)

Regular Registration: Oct 24 - Dec 11 $241/team ($225 + tax) Sundays, Starts Jan 8 Mixed Coed

teamsideline.com/lincolnne

Excellent for both games and practice. These fields also have agri-lime infields. Some fields have irrigated outfields and most have maintenance scheduled twice per week during peak use.

Bronze Ball Fields: $13 per hour

Good for team practice or a pick-up game. Some of these fields will have agri-lime infields but will not have irrigated outfields. These are scheduled for maintenance once per week during peak use.

Open/Soccer Practice Fields: $16 per hour

• Open fields are great for young teams and adults.

Sand Volleyball Courts: $8 per hour

• These sand courts are an ace for your team to practice their warmer season bumps and spikes.

INDOOR COURTS

Amenities vary depending on location.

Basketball: $15/half court, $30/full court per 55 minutes.

• Locations: Air Park, Belmont, Calvert, Easterday, F Street, Irving

Volleyball: $16/full court per 55 minutes.

• Locations: Air Park, Belmont, Calvert, Easterday, F Street, Irving

View locations, availability, and reserve your practice field or court online at PARKS.LINCOLN.NE.GOV

Returning in 2022!

Girls K-1

YOUTH TEAM SPORTS

Jr. NBA BASKETBALL

Girls 2-3

Registration Dates Fee Season Dates Divisions Day/Time

Camp

Leagues

Regular Registration: Sept 5 - Oct 10

*As space permits $65/child Saturday, Oct 22 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Regular Registration: Sept 5 - Oct 17 $85/first child, $80/add’l child

Late Registration: Oct 18 - 24 $95/first child, $90/add’l child

Jr. NBA Youth Basketball Camp

Practices start: Nov 15 Games: Dec 2-Feb 11

K/1st (Sat AM) 2nd/3rd (Fri PM)

4th & 5th (Fri PM)

Instructional one-day camp on Saturday, October 22 from 9:00 AM-3:00 PM, designed for all players ranging from beginners to intermediate players. Space is limited! Participants will receive a basketball to keep. Lunch provided. Camp held at Belmont or Calvert Recreation Centers.

Jr. NBA Basketball League

Individuals or team registrations accepted. Teams should have at least eight players on a team. Players receive an official NBA jersey to keep. Teams play a 7 week season with skills competitions and special activities planned for week 8. Locations are TBD.

Returning for 2022-23: Girls K - 1 division. New for 2022-23: Girls 2 - 3 division.

Leagues,

Youth

Indoor and Outdoor Court Rentals, Tournament Play

Adaptive Classes

Wheelchair, Autism

Special Olympics. Scholarships

(2 hr. time slots)

team on November 6th, 2022.

use includes access to chalk, bases, and lights where available.

is required by October 28th, 2022.

a proud member of the NBA!

WellnessPrograms

Archery for All

Learn all about this timeless sport. Archery class teaches technique, precision, and sportsmanship, all skill levels, and abilities welcome. The best the thing about Archery is everyone can do it! All Equipment is pro vided. This class is open to anyone 7 years of age and older. Class includes group/ individual instruction and open range time. Join the class and be right on target!

Jan 22 - Feb. 12 SUN 11:00-12:00

IRV Ages 7+ $30.00

FITNESS CLASSES

Adult Fitness Classes

Get moving in these small group classes.

Shake it off with Zumba, find balance with yoga, and tone with barre. Call (402) 4417951 for class details and schedule changes.

Zumba T 5:30 - 6:15 PM

Yoga T 12:00 - 12:45 PM

Barre R 5:30 - 6:15 PM

F Street Community Center, 1225 F Street

WALKING & RUNNING

Indoor Walking

Stay fit during all types of weather by walking in our comfortable gym. Call ahead for availability on non-school days.

See Pg. 4 for info on Belmont's indoor track.

Ongoing M 9:30 – 11:30 AM

APW (14 lap/mi) FREE

Ongoing M-F 11:30 AM - 5:30 PM

APW (14 lap/mi) $2.00

Ongoing Open all hours

FST (15 lap/mi) Free*

*$3.00 outside specified hours

MARTIAL ARTS

Goju Ryu Karate

A traditional Okinawan style of martial arts that combines the “softer” style of redirecting and blocking with the “harder” style of kicking and punching movements. Registration for new students open the first of every month. Instructor: Josh Malcolm –Three Battles Goju Ryu

Youth Karate provides a sense of honor, integrity, respect for elders, perseverance, and self-control. Classes available for ages 5 – 14 and will teach kata, good technique, awareness of surroundings, self-defense, and discipline. Youth that are yellow belt and above, will have the opportunity to practice weapons/sparring.

Tiny Ninjas, Ages: 5-7

Ongoing

T 6:00 - 6:45 PM

APW $20/mo (1x/wk)

Junior Ninjas, Ages: 8-14

Ongoing

T 7:00 - 8:00 PM

R 6:00 - 7:00 PM

SAT 12:15 - 1:15 PM APW $60/mo (3x/week)

Adult, Ages: 15+

Ongoing W/R 7:15-8:15 PM SAT 2:45-3:45 PM APW $60/mo (3x/week)

TABLE TENNIS

Table Tennis Challenge: All Ages

Players of all ability levels are encouraged to join. Everyone may compete in singles and doubles competitions. The number of divisions will depend on the number of participants. Elementary age children must be accompanied by an adult. Handicaps are used to even out play.

Ongoing SUN 5:00 – 10:00 PM BEL $30/13 weeks $3.00 for the evening

OUTDOOR PICKLEBALL

Get outside and play a game with friends.

DUAL STRIPED

These courts are dual striped for both tennis & pickleball.

Ballard, 66th & Kearney

Cooper, S 6th St & D

Eden, 46th & Antelope Creek

Henry, 44th & Prescott

Roberts, S 56th & Sumner

Roper-East, N 8th & Judson

Seng Park at University Place, N 49th & Garland

Tyrrell, N 67th St & Baldwin

UPCO, N 40th & Adams

DEDICATED PICKLEBALL COURTS

Peterson, 4400 Southwood Dr.

INDOOR PICKLEBALL

Indoor Pickleball: Open Drop-in

Bring the game indoors when weather is bad. Paddles and balls available or bring your own. See hours listed for Air Park and Calvert indoor courts on page 2. Call the center to check availability for more days/times for Pickleball play.

Ongoing T 6-8 PM

APW $2.00

Ongoing M-F 8:30 AM - 10:30 PM 10:30 AM-12:30PM

CALV $2.00/2hrs

Ongoing M, F 8:00 AM - Noon F Street $2.00

Beginning Feb. 18 M-F 8:30 - 10:30 PM

Beginning Feb. 18 M-F 10:30 -12:30 PM

Beginning Feb. 18 SAT 9:30 - 11:30 AM

Beginning Feb. 18 SAT Noon - 2:00 PM

CALV $2.00/2hrs

Learn to Play Pickleball

Come learn to play the popular sport, pickleball, at Air Park Rec Center. Instructors from Pickleball Lincoln will teach the basics of the game and share local resources. Paddles and balls will be provided during instruction.

T Nov 1 6:00 - 7:30 PM

APW $2/person

T Nov 15 6:00 - 7:30 PM

APW $2.00

APW (Air Park), BEL (Belmont), CALV (Calvert), EDAY (Easterday), EVRT (Everett), FST (F Street), IRV (Irving), MCPH (McPhee) and PPNC (Pioneers Park Nature Center).

Class Days are indicated: M (Monday), T (Tuesday), W (Wednesday), R (Thursday), F (Friday), SAT (Saturday) and SUN (Sunday).

ROCK STEADY BOXING

classes have been proven to lessen Parkinson's disease symptoms among all types of participants, leading to a healthier and happier life!

Rock Steady Boxing is an exercise program based on training used by professional boxers and adapted for people with Parkinson's disease. Rock Steady Boxing is taught by experienced trainers and includes stretching, bicycling, running, jumping rope, push-ups, balancing and non-contact boxing. These classes have proven that anyone, at any level of Parkinson’s, can actually lessen their symptoms and lead a healthier/happier life.

Only those with Parkinson's disease may register for the program, and all participants must provide a physician's release. There are no age or condition restrictions and caregivers may need to be present to provide assistance during the class.

An assessment is required to determine your level of participation before beginning Rock Steady Boxing.

*A $45/assessment (includes assessment, t-shirt, gloves, & wraps)

For more information, Air Park Recreation Center, (402) 441-7876.

SENIOR PROGRAMS

Fun & Free Activities for Older Adults

Billiards

Ongoing M-F 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM FST FREE

Senior Time

Open Door Senior Time is provided for senior citizens to utilize the center for leisure activities including walking in the gym, a game of pool or table tennis, or to enjoy a cup of coffee with others.

Ongoing F 9:30 – 11:00 AM APW FREE

AGING PARTNERS

Health and Fitness Center

555 S. 9th St. Monday through Friday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

MOVEMENT

Chair Yoga

All ages are welcome at the fitness center. Cardio equipment, strength training equipment, free weights, balance, and other exercise aids are available. $10 suggested monthly contribution for age 60 and over and family caregivers of any age. $15 fee for under age 60. A certified personal trainer is available at no charge on Tuesdays and Thursdays BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.

WORKSHOPS

Living Well with Chronic Conditions Workshop

Aug 3 – Oct 26 (no class 10/5) W 9 - 10 a.m.

Nov 2 – Dec 21 W 9 - 10 a.m. Eastridge Presbyterian Church, 1135 Eastridge

Dance for Life

Sept 12 – Nov 28 (no class 9/19) M 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.

St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 8550 Pioneers

Sept 14 – Nov 16 W 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Auld Pavilion, 1650 Memorial Dr.

Qigong Refresh and Recharge

Sept 22 – Nov 17 R 2:30 - 3:30 p.m.

St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 8550 Pioneers

Oct 13 – Nov 17 R 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

St. Mark’s United Methodist Church 8550 Pioneers, Classroom #137 (N. entrance door #6)

SUPPORT GROUP

Caregiver Support Group

2nd Tuesday of every month 5 – 6 p.m. No registration needed – walk-ins welcome

St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 8550 Pioneers, #137 (Enter through door 9 on south side of St. Mark’s, turn left and go downstairs)

Classes: For most Health and Fitness classes, there is a $4 per class suggested contribution for age 60 and over and family caregivers of any age. $5 per class fee for under age 60. Punch cards are available. Preregistration is required for all classes by calling 402-441-7575. Please register early. Classes that do not have sufficient enrollment will be cancelled.

Fido's Favorite Spot

OUTDOOR FITNESS STATIONS

These parks have special equipment designed for adult exercise.

Cooper Park, S. 6th & D

Lintel Park, N. 21st & Holdredge

McAdams Park, 44th & Y

Mendoza Park, S 84th & Pine Lake Rd. Seacrest Park, S. 70th & A

Tierra/Briarhurst Park, S. 27th & Hwy 2

Timber Valley Park, 3031 W. Peach

Woods Park, 33rd & N

Stay healthy. Stay strong.

Watch for flying discs!

DISC GOLF

Beal Slough, S. 60th & Pine Lake

Roper East, N. 3rd & Fairfield

Roper West, N. 8th & Judson St.

Tierra/Briarhurst Park, S 27th & HWY 2

SKATE PARKS

Peace, love and skate.

Peter Pan Park, N. 32nd & W St

Tierra/Briarhurst Park, S. 27th & HWY 2

ICE SKATING

Oak Lake, Sun Valley Blvd & Charleston

Holmes Lake Park, 70th & Normal Blvd.

*Signage will be posted at each park when it is safe to skate on the ice.

SLEDDING

Pioneers Park, 3201 S. Coddington

Holmes Lake Park, 70th & Normal Blvd.

Arnold Heights, "Tanker Hill", NW 48th St and W Air Park Road

Mahoney Park Dog Run

84th and Adams streets

3.6 acres for large dogs 0.6 acres for small dogs

Roper Park East Dog Run

N. 7th and Adams streets 4.0 acres for large dogs 1.0 acre for small dogs

Antelope Triangle, S. 27th & Capitol Parkway Sunken Gardens Hamann Rose Garden Rotary Strolling Gardens Daylily Garden Cascade Fountain

Hazel Abel, 18th & E Centennial Mall, 15th & K-R St

Union Plaza, 21st & P St

The Prairie Corridor on Haines Branch is being developed as a continuous passage of tallgrass prairie with a 10-mile trail connecting the Pioneers Park Nature Center, along the Haines Branch Creek, through the Village of Denton, and on to the Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center.

PrairieCorridor.org

Funding is provided by the Nebraska Environmental Trust and matching partners.

DOG RUNS

There are four dog runs with acres of space for your canine friend to run wild. Each dog run has separate gated areas for larger dogs and smaller dogs, shade shelters in each large and small area, hard surface walking paths, restrooms, and off-street parking. Pet-friendly drinking fountains are at Mahoney, Roper East, and Stransky. A dog rinse station is at the Stransky location.

Rickman's Run at Holmes Lake Park

East side of South 70th Street in Holmes Lake Park 22.25-acres for large dogs 1.4 acre area for small dogs

Stransky Dog Run at Peterson Park

4419 Southwood Drive 2.6 acre for large dogs 1.0 acre for small dogs

PUBLIC GARDENS

SALINE WETLANDS

Come discover the beauty of Nebraska's most unique wetland resource.

Teaming with life and history, Nebraska's Eastern Saline Wetlands offer visitors a number of outdoor activities such as wildlife watching, nature viewing, photography, and short hikes.

These saline wetlands represent one of Nebraska's most unique and threatened natural resources.

lincoln.ne.gov/wetlands

Highlands Golf Course

5501 NW 12th St. | (402) 441-6081

Holmes Golf Course

3701 S. 70th St. | (402) 441-8960

Mahoney Golf Course

7900 Adams St. | (402) 441-8969

Pioneers Golf Course

3403 W. Van Dorn | (402) 441-8966

Jim Ager Golf Course

3761 Normal Blvd. | (402) 441-8963

For information about golf programming, visit lincolncitygolf.org

Youth Golf Clinics & Camps Youth Team Golf Parent/Child Tournament

Play a ROUND

FOOTGOLF

A game for all ages and abilities.

Experience the fun of FootGolf - a popular sport combining soccer and golf. The game is played with a regulation # 5 soccer ball on golf holes with a 21-inch diameter cup. The rules largely correspond to the rules of golf. FootGolf can be played right along side a regular golfer, and it is fun for any age at the Ager Golf Course!

441-7847.

Looking for a special place for a wedding, reception, or graduation party?

Whatever the occasion, it’s your time to shine and Holmes Golf Course has a great banquet room for rental at very competitive pricing.

The banquet room with a full bar accommodates 140 people along with outdoor lawn area that overlooks the golf course with the state capital in the distance.

Contact Scott Carlson at (402) 441-8960 for more information and to schedule your event today.

HappytoTrails you!

BILLY WOLFF TRAIL

Built in 1978, this was Lincoln's first trail stretching from Holmes Lake Park to Lincoln's downtown. The trail now follows Antelope Creek from the Devaney Sports Center and University of Nebraska on the north to 91st and Highway2 on the south for a total of 8.5 miles. This trail connects Jayne Snyder Trails Center and Union Plaza near 21st and "Q" streets, Antelope Park filled with ballfields, picnic shelters, playgrounds and Ager Junior Golf Course. The trail also parallels Holmes Lake Park and Golf Course near 70th and Capitol Parkway.

BISON TRAIL

It connects with Van Dorn Park near 9th and Van Dorn, Salt Creek Levee and Jamaica North Trail near First and Van Dorn, Wilderness Park near this same location and travels through Bison Park where it connects with Pioneers Park on the west.

JAYNE SNYDER TRAILS CENTER

250 N. 21st Street

The Jayne Snyder Trails Center is located adjacent to the Billy Wolff / Antelope Valley Trail and in Union Plaza.

It was built with donations from the Great Plains Trails Network and serves as a place to gather for trail users, public gatherings, meetings, receptions, festivals, and related uses.

For rental information, visit hubcafelincoln.com

This trail will eventually provide a connection to the Haines Branch on Prairie Corridor, a project that is developing a greenway/prairie corridor from Pioneers Park to Denton and Spring Creek Prairie Audubon Center.

DIETRICH TRAIL

Constructed in 1985, this trail is the result of the NE Radial Reuse Project. It extends from 22nd & Holdrege to 48th & Fremont Streets. This trail connects with the Billy Wolff Trail near 17th and Holdrege and proceeds northeasterly to where it connects with the Murdock Trail near 48th and Fremont. This trail provides a connection between the downtown UNL Campus and East Campus. It also goes through Lintel and Fleming Fields Recreational Sports Park and Upco Park.

HELEN BOOSALIS TRAIL

Named after Mayor Helen Boosalis, it was built as part of a federal highway project in 1980. The trail extends from 17th & Burnham to Old Cheney & Hwy. 2. This trail provides connections to the Rock Island and Old Cheney Trails.

JAMAICA NORTH TRAIL

No bike? No problem! Use BikeLNK!

BikeLNK is an automated self-service bicycle rental program for short trips. The system is comprised of more than 100 bicycles, a mix of traditional pedal and e-bike pedal assist, located mainly within the Downtown Lincoln area and on all 3 UNL Campuses.

Memberships are required to ride BikeLNK and come in a variety of pass types for ease of use, from short term 24 hours of unlimited hour long trips access passes to 365 days with the annual access passes. To use BikeLNK, visit one of the 20+ stations and use the self serve kiosk or download the BCycle app to access a bike, anytime!

Learn more at bikelnk.bicycle.com

MOPAC TRAIL

Following the abandoned Missouri Pacific Railroad corridor, the trail begins at the University of Nebraska Campus near 19th and Vine Street, and then proceeds east through Lincoln to 84th Street and the Novartis Trailhead then continues 22 miles to Wabash. The trail passes through Peter Pan Park, McAdams Park, and provides a connection to Bethany Park.

MURDOCK TRAIL

Constructed on former Rock Island right-of-way, this trail connects with the Dietrich Trail at 48th and Fremont and extends east to 112th Street. The Murdock Trail connects with Mahoney Park and continues east over Stevens Creek to 112th.

ROCK ISLAND TRAIL

Constructed on right-of-way purchased in 1985, this trail connects the Children's Zoo along Capitol Parkway with Densmore Park south of 14th & Old Cheney. It travels through Antelope Park, Bishop Heights Park, Peterson Park and provides a connection to Tierra Park. It also connects to the Billy Wolff Trail on the north; Boosalis and Tierra/ Williamsburg Trails near Highway 2; and Densmore Park, Wilderness Park, and the Jamaica North trail on the south.

SALT CREEK LEVEE TRAIL

This trail follows Salt Creek and the levee that was constructed to protect Lincoln from flooding. It connects with the Jamaica North Trail on the south and Oak Lake Trail and Haymarket Ballpark and Pinnacle Bank Arena on the north.

Located on the abandoned Union Pacific Corridor this trail connects the downtown Haymarket / Pinnacle Bank Arena area with rural Nebraska south of Lincoln. The trail proceeds south through Wilderness Park and then south across Saltillo Road where it becomes the Homestead Trail and Standing Bear Trail, which continues from Beatrice to Kansas.

TIERRA/WILLIAMSBURG TRAIL / SOUTHPOINTE TRAIL

Connecting with the Rock Island Trail, the Tierra/ Williamsburg trail connects with the South Pointe Trail and Pine Lake Trails that go west along Pine Lake to Densmore Park. The Tierra/Williamsburg Trail connects to the Yankee Hill Trail and eventually to the south Beltway.

EQUESTRIAN TRAILS

Pioneers Park offers a 2.6 mile riding experience with a variety of wide views of park space to shaded forest riding. Horses are not allowed past the arches at the Pioneers Park Nature Center on the far west of the park.

Ride through the wooded trails in Wilderness Park. Parking lots at S. 1st St. and S. 14th St. allow horse trailers. Access also from Day Camp, Epworth parking lot, 1st, 14th, and Saltillo trailheads.

© Tom Tidball Photography

BOOSALIS

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BILLYWOLFFTRAIL

DIETRICH

FUNDAMENTAL TO VIBRANT NEIGHBORHOODS

One of the hallmarks of Lincoln’s quality of life is its community forest, which is a prominent feature of its landscape. Our Forestry staff maintains nearly 120,000 public trees throughout the city of Lincoln. Those include areas within our Lincoln Parks, right-of-way, public golf course, and median trees. A canopy of thousands of trees is showcased in many shades of green in the summer and vivid reds, oranges and yellows of autumn.

It is also an important resource for the health and well-being of our environment and society. Trees lower heating and air conditioning costs, prevent erosion, provide wildlife habitats, reduce storm water runoff, increase property values and make our neighborhoods more livable.

Doing its part to maintain and preserve our priceless community forest, the Lincoln Parks and Recreation Department’s Community Forestry Section is responsible for all city-owned trees. It monitors the planting, pruning and removal of trees on public property, which includes street trees, park and golf course trees and trees along our trails.

For service calls regarding public trees please call (402) 441-7847, OPT. 0.

For more information about our Community Forestry section visit: trees.lincoln.ne.gov

Are you a member of a NA/HOA* and have ash street trees?

If yes, contact Adam Klingenberg at aklingenberg@lincoln.ne.gov or (402) 441-8269 for information on City assistance.

*Neighborhood Association (NA), Homeowner’s Association (HOA)

• learn about Lincoln's canopy, EAB and the response plan

• download the Adopt an Ash program brochure

• find a list of licensed arborists

Lincoln Loves Volunteers!

Do you have a group of 6 or more who are interested in a community service project?

Mulching trees is fun AND it’s the single best thing you can do for your tree(s).

Call (402) 441-9461 to schedule your mulch party.

TRICK OR TREE • TREE GIVEAWAY

OCTOBER 22 -8:00 AM

Mahoney Park, 70th & Adams Street

City of Lincoln neighborhoods and communities across the U.S. are experiencing a mass tree decline with the removal of ash trees due to the Emerald Ash Borer. This event provides 250 replacement trees for pick up in a drive-thru style event and there will also be a planting demonstration within Mahoney Park.

Lincoln's Canopy

Street Tree Voucher Program

The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Department offers a cost-share assistance program to property owners in Lincoln who desire to purchase and plant a street tree(s) on the City right-of-way adjacent to their property. The $300 voucher is good toward the purchase and installation of a tree at participating local nurseries. The remaining balance of the cost of the tree and the planting of the tree will be at the homeowner’s expense.

Certain conditions and requirements apply to the street tree voucher program. Call (402) 441-7847, OPT. 0 to submit a request for voucher, or for more information.

Adopt-an-Ash Program

We recognize that some citizens like to have options and be involved in determining the future of public trees near their homes. In that spirit, we are providing an option for those who would like to “adopt” an ash tree in the right-ofway by providing ongoing chemical treatment to minimize damage by Emerald Ash Borer.

Learn more about the program and download the permit application at trees.lincoln.ne.gov.

If a property owner wants to have a city tree treated for anything, not just EAB, an "Application for Permit to Treat" is required as directed by Municipal Code 12.20.040.

Support the Parks Volunteer Programs

ADOPT-A-TRAIL, PARK, OR LANDSCAPE

The adoption programs of park spaces are a wonderful opportunity for individuals, families, clubs, church groups, and businesses. One to two hours per week commitment are preferred during high use seasons.

Adoption Program Guidelines

• Meet with District Supervisor to discuss maintenance needs.

• Pick up litter along entire trail section/within entire park section once per week. (Note, Trails only: City property extends only five (5) feet beyond each side of the path, in most areas.) Do not go beyond the five (5) foot area as it is private property.

• Please put bags in trash receptacles where possible.

• Remove any broken glass, limbs or objects that may impact public safety.

• Report vandalism or repairs as needed to the District Supervisor.

• Maintain landscapes where needed: Examples, cut volunteer trees from stream banks, suckers.

BOARDS & COMMITTEES

Several community members give back to Lincoln by serving on one of the many volunteer advisory groups, providing guidance to the Department.

To see the full member list, visit parks.lincoln.ne.gov

• Parks and Recreation Advisory Board

• Pedestrian/Bicycle Advisory Committee

• Community Forestry Advisory Board

• Veterans Memorial Garden Advisory Council

COMMUNITY TREE PLANTINGS

PIONEERS PARK NATURE CENTER

• Assist with grade-school hikes, visitor services, and special events.

• Maintain the gardens at Pioneers Park Nature Center. Prairie garden and children’s garden volunteers meet Saturday mornings, and herb garden volunteers work on weekday mornings.

Contact the Nature Center for more information, (402) 441-7895.

SWIM & DIVE TEAMS

• Assist the swim or dive team coach with practice, run drills, develop skills, supervise practice. Weekly swim/dive meets also need volunteers.

SPECIAL OLYMPICS

• Lincoln Parks and Recreation’s Lincoln Shooting Stars Special Olympics team practices for competition in 10 sports. Program is open to athletes ages 8 and older. We also offer the Young Athletes Program for ages 2-7.

• Volunteers are needed for coach assistants, Unified Partners, practice assistants and general supervision. Year-round opportunities are available at various locations. Call (402) 441-7877.

Visit parks.lincoln.ne.gov (search volunteers) for more information and to contact the department about a volunteer opportunity!

PUBLIC GARDEN PROGRAMS For more information, contact Zac Halley at (402) 326-9045 or zhalley@lincoln.ne.gov.

Garden Docents

Volunteers will meet and greet Garden visitors, providing information about the Garden's history and learn about the plants in the Gardens plus provide guidance to Garden Patrons. Please RSVP for the Docent training meeting in June. Additional Docent training will be available.

June 1 - Oct. Daily

Garden Gab

Put the Beds to Bed

Volunteers will help prepare the beds. • In case of inclement weather, Put the Beds to Bed will be postponed until the following Saturday in November.

Nov 5 SAT 8:30 AM Sunken Gardens, 27th and Capital Blvd

Flexible hours

This program helps with the fulfillment of the Master Gardener and Student Community Service Credit requirements through working with the annual and perennial plantings in the Sunken Gardens, Rotary Strolling Gardens or the Hamann Rose Gardens. Learn the different aspects of Horticulture from Professional Garden Staff and then immediately apply them.

May 18 - Oct.