Jaimee Southern....................Kids Klub Director
Jade Leibel Receptionist/ Rec. Tech.
Devin Everhart..............................Parks Director
Matt DePasse Parks Crew
Don Evans Parks Crew
Tony Pewitt........................................Parks Crew
John Province Parks Crew
John Zeleznikar Parks Crew
Rick Bradshaw ..................Seasonal Parks Crew
John Hecker Seasonal Parks Crew
MISSION STATEMENT
To providea full range of easily accessible recreation and park programs, services and facilities for participants of everyage, ability level, culturalbackground and financial status. THE OUT-OF-DISTRICTFEESARE $15 PER PARTICIPANTPER PROGRAM.
G ENER A LI N F O RM A T I O N
DI RE C T O R ’ S LE T T ER
Dear Citizens of the Cañon City Area Recreation &Park District, 2025 is aspecial year for all of us at the RecreationDistrict. This we areproudly celebrating 60 years of service to the people of the District. We wereoriginally formed to operate aswimming pool andthrough the years this has grown to include parks, trails, open spaces, and programs. Thereismuchtobelearnedbylooking back from the beginning to see what you have become. The best part is allofthe growth was not government ledbut community driven.
It all began when the R.C. Icabone Swimming Pool opened in the summerof1966. The effort to create this pool actually began in 1947. After 18 years of work andnumerous defeats andhurdles, theDistrict was finally formed, and the pool was constructed. The poolwould providea place for generations to learntoswim, become competitive swimmers, or simplysplash and play on ahot summerday.Itwas everything the community envisioned, but little did they realize in 1965 that was simply the beginning
The community realized quickly there were other recreational opportunities the Cañon City Area needed In the fall of 1966, the Board of Directors was asked by community members and leaders to take over the youth baseball, basketball, and football programs. They were also asked to begin the process of finding locations for parks and possibly construct a recreation center. All these ideas were presented by the community, and the District listened. Next was the challenge of making it a reality. The District partnered with the school district for field and gym space and the programs began to run. However, the first park of the Recreation District, Rouse Park, didn’t become a reality until 1974. The demand for more would continue in the coming years.
Over the years the District kept moving forward as the community asked for more facilities and programs These additions included the Arkansas Riverwalk, John Griffin Regional Park, Harrison Park, Pathfinder Park, and the Schepp Open Space We went from just a pool to more than 300 acres of property for the public to enjoy using for recreation We expanded from three programs in the first few years to nearly 50 by 2024 All of this happened without an increase in taxes Rather, it was made possible thanks to aggressively pursuing grants, and the District receiving generous donations and sponsorships The District kept moving forward and tried to keep up with the evolving recreational demands of the community, while the mill levy to fund the District remained the same We continue to be the second lowest funded recreation district per capita in the State of Colorado
Parks and recreation are an essential service in any community but often overlooked. Most think of the need for schools, first responders, roads, etc. However, imagine a community with no parks, trails, open spaces, or programs. Is that a community you would want to live in? People use parks and recreation as a way to escape the stress of their daily life and spend time exercising, hanging our with friends and family, or simply having a mental health break The facilities can be used year-round and are paid for with your tax dollars and programs are made affordable to meet the socioeconomic needs of the community Parks and recreation are an essential service for the well-being of those in the Cañon City area
In November of 2024, the Recreation District in partnership with the City of Cañon City and Cañon City Schools was able to pass two questions to fund the capital construction to replace the Icabone Swimming Pool However, a question to fund operations of the pool and District failed by 3 7% We are currently exploring options to address this and there is a good chance the District will look to go back to the voters in November of 2025. In the meantime, the District has selected Wember to serve as owners’ representative for a capital construction project and with their help we are looking at securing an architectural firm, general contractor, and engineer to start planning for the project. No construction will occur unless the operations of the pool are addressed. We will have additional information on our website in the coming month.
The Recreation District has proudly served the community for 60 years and we will continue to do so for years to come The question now is, “Do you want part of that service to include a pool?” It will be for you to decide
Kyle Horne Executive Director
The Cañon City AreaRecreation and Park District is aspecialdistrictthatwas established in1965. The District’smain source of funding comes in the form of property tax, whichiscollected from an area that is approximately 115 squaremiles in size.
TheDistrictisgoverned by a five-member Board, who areelected at large from citizens livingor owning property within the Districtboundaries. Elections areconducted in May of every odd year. The Boardconducts monthly meetings at the District’smain office, 575 Ash, St., on the second Tuesday of every month beginning at 7:00 pm.
The District currently owns and operatesRouse Park, John GriffinRegionalPark, OldHarrison Park, Arkansas Riverwalk, Arkansas Riverwalk DogPark, Ash Street Community Garden,Ash Street Archery Range, Schepp Open Space and Eagle Wing Trailhead,and the Community Room, which is located within the main office. TheDistrict co-owns and operates Pathfinder Regional Park with Fremont County.The District closed the 57-year-old R.C. Icabone SwimmingPool in May of 2023 due to numerous maintenance and safety issues. An independent study stated the structure had outlived its useful life. Itexceeded its expected life by nearly 30 years.
Every year the BoardofDirectors and the District Staffstrive to improve the programs andfacilities offered to the community. All the programsand activities listed in this Activity Guide aredesigned to meet the recreational needs of the public. We of course welcome any suggestions or input as our goal is to better serve the community
The District works in conjunctionwith the City of Cañon City,Fremont County, CañonCity RE-1 School District, Florence-Penrose RE-2 School District,Fremont Sanitation Districtand many local businesses and non-profits to provideservices to the citizens of the community.
The District currentlyemploys 12-full time employees, 1-part time permanent employee, and about 130 seasonal and part time employees.
The District is alwaysseeking andrecruiting volunteer coaches, officials, supervisors, and instructors, who have askill or interest to share. Again your suggestions on improving our programs or addinga program arealways welcome.Please callusat719-275-1578,visit our office at 575 Ash, our website at www.ccrec.orgorour Facebook page. Happy recreating!
F A C IL I T IE S IN
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Harrison Park
The Old Harrison Park wasacquired by the Recreation District in July of 2008 from theCañon CityRE-1 SchoolDistrict.Thankstoagrant from Great Outdoors
Colorado the parkwas renovated andopened in late2012. Nowthisneighborhood parkfeatures a pavilion, upgraded playground, basketball court, climbing boulders, restroom facility, and alarge field. The facilityhas become apopularlocation forfamily gatherings, birthdayparties,and sportspractices.If youwould liketoreserve the pavilion at Harrison Park, there is achargeof$25 fortwo hours.
Pathfinder Regional Park
Pathfinder Park opened in the fall of 2007 and over the past 18 yearsalot of improvementshavebeen made, thanks in parttomultiple grantsfromGreat Outdoors Colorado and the Gates Foundation, as well as strong communitysupport.The park includes aplayground, fishing pond, trails andmultiple sportsfields.The MinersPavilion is booked severalweekends each month forparties,reunions and even weddings.Trail additions andbridges have been made thankstothe Cañon City High School Civics classes and local Boy Scout Troops.Wecontinuetoexpand trails throughout thenatural areas between the developed parkand the Arkansas River.Numerousactivitiesand eventsare heldhereincluding the youth soccer programand the very popular Turkey Bowl and Trot. If youwould like to reserve the pavilion at Pathfinder Regional Park,there is acharge of $25for twohours.
Rouse Park
the Recreation District and one of the most popular in the communityaccording to cell phone data.
Arkansas Riverwalk Dog Park
The CañonCityAreaRecreation and Park District’s Arkansas Riverwalk Dog Park opened in June of 2011.This parkwas madepossible by the Recreation District, the Dog Park Committee, andwith several financial contributions from local businesses and individuals.Inearly 2025 the District used grant funding from El Pomar Foundation, donations from theRotaryClub of Cañon City, Holcim, and the Newmont Mine LegacyFund,and fundsfromboth the Recreation District and lottery to makeadditional improvements.This included the creation of asmall dog park,replacementofthe agility equipment, widening the walking track, additional signage,and newpicnic tables and benches.All the improvements were madebased on feedbackfromcitizens through survey work
Archery Range
The ArcheryRange,located at 575 Ash Street just eastofthe office building, is open to the public at all times during daylight hours.Thereare targetsat10, 20, 30, 40, 50, and 60 yards. Newtargets have been placed this year.The Archery Range also features a shooting platformand 3D targets.The rules forthe facilityare postedatthe range. The rangewill also hostmultiple tournaments in 2025.Please come down and utilizethe facilityand all it has to offeryear-round!
Eagle Wing Trailhead/SouthCañon Trails
Rouse Park wasthe firstparkowned and operated by the Recreation District with fields, pavilions,and a playground area.The baseball andsoftball fields are used for9 to 10 monthsout of the year by recreation programs,Cañon CityHighSchool, and area traveling teams.This facilityhosts severalbaseball and softball tournamentsthroughoutthe year whichinclude many teamsfromoutside the community.The west end of thefacilityisusedfor football and soccer practices and gamesand the pavilions hostparties,weddings, and other functions throughout the year.Inthe fall of 2016 renovations to the southwest corner of the parkadded six newpickleball courts and an improved basketball court.The pickleball courts arebusyseven days aweekand have already hosted tournaments. In 2022 and 2023 all the stadium lights were replaced with LED fixtures, shade structures and apavilion were added around the ballfields, the dugoutswere covered, andthe backstop on Field Awas replaced to match Field B. RouseParkisthe most used parkin
At the intersection of ColburnLane and NewYorkAve arethe Eagle Wing Trailhead and Schepp Open Space. This is our most recent trail additionand provides recreation access to severalpopular and existing parks and trails in the southwest area of Cañon City, includingEcology Park and Temple Canyon. It is an access pointtothe 10 miles of the South Cañon Trail system located on BLM land, Fremont Countyland, and Recreation District land. Located at the Trailhead is the HeckerFamilyMemorial PicnicShelter funded through local contributions.In2020 aflowtrail called “SmoothCriminal” wasadded thanks to funding from Fremont AdventureRecreation (FAR) and support from TerraFirma Trails,the CityofCañon City, and Fremont County. In 2021, thanks to funding from FAR once again, we opened “The Yard”BikeParkatthe trailhead. Thereare twodifferent lines to enjoyand improveyour skills.The CityofCañon City and Terra FirmaTrails were involved in the projectaswell.
Gary“Bubba”DiOrio Youth Football
The Cañon City Recreation District’s Gary “Bubba” DiOr o Youth Footba l program is an introductory level program for boys and girls looking to learn about the fundamentals of football.Practices will focus on ind vidual instruction, team play, sport specific drills and having fun All tackle coaches are USA Football Heads Up Certified
Registration: June 2nd – July 31s
**Sign up by Friday, July 25 h to save $10**
Ages: 4-12 year old boys and girls
Divisions: Saturday Morning Tykes
(4 & 5 year olds)
Flag Football (6 & 7 year olds)
Padded Flag (8 & 9 year olds)
Credit Union of Colorado Tack e for 10-12 year olds (must be in
5th or 6 h grade)
Practices: Once or Twice a week in August
Games: Saturdays beginning September 6 h at Rouse Park
Credit Union of Colorado Tack e: $70 (In-Distr ct) $85 (Out-of-District)
Deposits: A $125 equ pmentdeposit is required for padded and tackle football leagues.
**All Credit Union of Colorado Tackle teams will play in the TOY BOWL, November 1, 2025**
Credit Union of Colorado Players Clinic
Players who wish to play in the Credit Union of Colorado Tackle Football League must attend the player eva uation clinic The purpose of the clinic s to provide evaluations for the draft in order to make the teams as fair as possible Players must be registered and attend the clinic to be eligible for the draft All registered players will be placed on a team Out of District players need not attend Penrose / Florence players may attend but will not be apart of the draft process If there are enough Penrose/Florence players for the two teams, then they will draft among their group of players,as well
6th Graders –11:30am (Clinic will be held rain or shine)
2025 Youth Trackand Field
The Cañon City Area Recreation and Park District offers atrack and field program for area youth in the summer.Both boys and girls ages 5to14may join the District’strack team. Conditioning, proper fundamentals of running, field event techniques, and team involvement will all be emphasized. Children will have an opportunity to participate in CARA track meets at no additional cost
Registration: Now
Deadline: May 27 h
Ages: 5to14years old
Practices: Tuesday and Thursday evenings, starting May 27th throughJuly 19th Times: 5:30 –7:30 pm
Location: Cañon City High School Track-Citizens’ Stadium
Fees:
$60.00 (In-District), $75.00 (Out-of-District)
The fee also includes ashirt
The fee includes entryinto CARA trackmeets.
Meets: MeetsSchedule TBA
Youth Wrestling
The wrestling program is for boys and girls 5through 13 years old who wish to learn the fundamentals of wrestling. Wrestlerswill learn escapes, takedowns, rides, and many more moves. Children will wrestle other children in the sameweight bracket. Practice days are subject to change. Participation in the tournaments is notmandatory, it is an option for anychild in our program
Registration: Starts September 29th and is ongoing
Ages: 5through 13 years old
Practices: Mid-October through Mid-December
**Times will depend on the Canon City School District Schedule. ** **Practicesover Thanksgiving Break TBA**
**Days, Times, Coaches, Fees are all subjecttochange as we work on apartnership withthe local wrestling club***
SummerBaseball
Play Ball! The Cañon City Area Recreation andPark District will offersummer co-ed baseball for 5–14-year-olds. The purpose of thisprogram is to emphasize skill development, fairplay, sportsmanship, and having fun. The Minor and Major Leagues are sponsored by the Credit Union of Colorado.
Registration: March 10 h –April 24 h **Sign-upbyFriday April 18 h to get $10 off!**
Ages: T-ball: 5years –6years old
Rookie:7 years –8years old
Minor: 9years –10years old
Majors: 11 years –13years old
*14 years old areeligible to play if theyare going into 8thgrade*
Practices: Once or Twice per week
Games: T-ball: Tuesdays at CCMS (Make-ups on Thursdays)
Rookies: Mondays at CCMS (Make-ups on Wednesdays)
Credit UnionofColorado Minor: Tuesday and Thursday at Rouse Park
Credit Union of Colorado Major: Tuesday and Thursday at Rouse Park
All Other Leagues: $65.00 (In-District) $80.00 (Out-of-District))
*T-ball/Rookie/Minors have a$15.00 Uniform Deposit Fee
*Major League has a$50.00 Uniform Deposit Fee
Major League Players Clinic
Date: TBD
Time:TBD
Y O U T H C A M P S
Tiger Football Camp
“There is NO substitute forWORK.”-Vince Lombardi
Canon CityTigers Head Football Coach MontePinkertonand his staff will hold a youth camp for incoming 3rdthrough 8th graders wishing to improve their individualandteam skills
This camp will focus on individual and team skills on both theoffensive and defensive sides of the ball. Kids will receivea T-shirtaspartofthe registration fee. Camperswill alsobeabletorun ontothe field withthe high school team at their home openerthis fall!
REGISTRATION: May 5th –June3rd
AGE: Boys &Girls 8to13years
(Can be14ifgoing into the 8th Grade)
DATES: June4th and 5th
TIMES: 9:15am –11:15am
PLACE: Canon City High School
INSTRUCTOR: MontePinkerton
FEE: $45 In-District, $60 Out-of-District
Tiger Basketball Camp
Come join CCHS Boys’Basketball coach, John Register,and work on your fundamentals of basketball. CoachRegister,staff andcurrent players will be on handtoworkwith kids individuallyaswell as some team aspects.This is athree-daycampfull of fun, competition,and aton of learning.Campers will receivea T-shirt with theirregistration fee!
REGISTRATION: May 5th –June9th
AGE:Boys& Girls 8to13years (Can be 14ifgoing into the 8th Grade)
DATES: June10th- June12th
TIMES: 3rd– 5thGrade9am -11am 6th –8th Grade 12pm –2pm **Grade they are going into in theFallof2025***
PLACE: CanonCityHigh School
INSTRUCTOR: JohnRegister
FEE: $35.00 In-District, $50.00 Out-of-District
Gymnastics Camp
The Cañon CityAreaRecreation and Park District, in partnership with the Cañon AcademyofGymnastics,ispleased to offeragymnastics camp again this summer.Kids will learnsome of the basics in gymnasticsfromthe Canon AcademyofGymnasticsstaff.There will only be one session this summer.The classes are90-minutes in length.
REGISTRATION: May 5th –June6th
DATES: June16th –18th(Monday thruWednesday)
AGES: 6to14years ofage
TIME: 12:15 pm –1:45 pm
LOCATION: Cañon Academy of Gymnastics, 224 Del Rey (1 block east of McDonald’s)
FEES: $55 (In-District)$70 (Out-of-District)
Sporties For Shorties
Sporties forShorties is designed forkids 3-5years old. They will learnthe basic skills andfundamentals of both team andindividual sports with afocus on FUN!! Each classwill begin with stretching andwarmupexercises andend with afun interactiveactivityand a nutritional snack.Parents areencouraged to showupand interact withtheir kids.Register earlytoguarantee aspotinthis program.
Registration: May 12th –June 27th (Or until classes are full)
Time: 9:00 –10:00 am or 10:00 –11:00 am
Days: July 14th through July 25th
Mondays, Wednesdays, &Fridays
Location: Rouse Park
Ages: 3-5-year-old
Fees: $40.00(in district)
$55.00 (out of district)
**Fee includes at-shirt**
Tiger Soccer Camp
TheTiger Soccer Camp is an exciting youth soccer camp runby Trever Ford,the Head GirlsSoccer CoachatCanon CityHigh School. Designedtohelp youngathletes develop their soccerskills in afun andengaging environment, the camp focusesongamefilled drills thatemphasize individual skill development. Participants will work on keyaspects of thegame, including dribbling,passing, shooting,and tactical awareness,all while enjoying competitive andinteractiveexercises.Underthe guidance of Coach Trever andhis experienced staff, players will receivequalityinstruction that enhances theirconfidenceand overall abilityonthe field. The TigerSoccer Camp is agreat opportunityfor young soccer players to improvetheir game,build teamwork,and develop apassion for soccer in asupportive andenergetic setting.Camperswill receivea t-shirtatthe endofthe program!
REGISTRATION: June 2nd– July 24th
AGE: Boys &Girls 7to14years
DATES: July 28th –July 31st
TIMES: 9-11:00 a.m. (10 through 14 year olds) 11 a.m. -12:00 p.m. (7 through 9year olds)
PLACE: Rouse Park West End
INSTRUCTOR: Trever Ford
FEE: 7-9 year olds: $35.00 In-District, $50.00 Out-of-District 10-14 year olds: $45.00 In-District, $60.00 Out-of-District
FOUR MILE GOLF COURSE JUNIOR GOLF PROGRAM
We have teamed up with the Four Mile Golf Course andCoach Jeff Perkins to offerthe Junior Golf programagain this summer.The sessionswill be divided into three age groups at three separatetimes Each age groupwill be cappedat10participants pergroup.Every groupwill be taught the fundamentalsofgolf including: basic grip and setup,short game,irons,driving andround preparation. On course etiquette will also be stressed. It is also important to followupthe lessonswith time on the golfcourseitself forthose who wish to play.
SESSION1: June 16th –20th
SESSION 2: June 23th –27th
REGISTRATION FORSESSION 1: May6th –June 6th
REGISTRATION FORSESSION 2: May13th –June 13th
TIMESFOR BOTH SESSIONS: 7-10 year olds,8:00 to 9:00 am 11-13 year olds,9:00 to 10:00 am 14-19year olds,10:00 to 11:00 am
Gameswill be playedatPathfinder Regional Park.The purposeofthis programistoemphasizeskill development, fair play, sportsmanship,and above all having fun. All participants areguaranteed equal playing time.Teams will practice once or twice aweek depending on league and playgames on Saturdays.Kneekickers programwill not have practices.
REGISTRATION: June 2nd -July 31st
*SAVE$10.00 BY JULY25TH*
Divisions: Kneekickers: 3-4years old
Strikers: 5–6years old
United: 7–9years old
World Cup: 10 –14years old
*14-years old are eligibletoplay if they are going into 8th grade
Games: Saturdays @Pathfinder Regional Park starting September 6th
Practices: Once or Twice aweek (Kneekickers do not have practice)
Fees: Kneekickers: $35.00 (In-District)
$50.00 (Out-Of-District)
Strikers &United: $45.00 (In-District)
$60.00 (Out-Of-District)
World Cup: $55.00 (In-District)
$70.00 (Out-Of-District)
Summer Youth Volleyball League
Thisprogramisfor boys and girls wanting to participate in an introductoryYouth Volleyball League.The purpose of this Recreation District Youth Volleyballprogramisto emphasizeskill development, fair play, sportsmanship, and fun! Each participant will playineach game,learning basic volleyballfundamentals andrules.
REGISTRATION:March 10th–April 25th
(Sign-up by April 18th and save $10)
Ages: 9-11-year-oldgirls and boys
12-13-year-old girls and boys
*14years oldare eligible to play if theyare going into 8thgrade
Practices: Mondays or Tuesdaysstarting in May
Games: Thursdays starting June 5th
Location: Harrison School
Fees: $50 (In-District) $65 (Out-of-District)
Y
O U T H C A M P S
YOUTHTENNISLESSONS
REGISTRATION: April 21st –May 30th
AGES: 4-18-yearsold
DATES: June 9th– July 17th(One SessionOnly)
PLACE: RuddPark Courts, 12thand College
DESCRIPTIONOFCLASSES: Each class provides afun and relaxed atmosphere to introduce thefundamentals—developing ball sense, concentration, attention to detail and good sportsmanship. Classes include instruction, drills, fun games, fitness, agility and team building exercises. For players at every level, there’sa personalized approach to improvingpower, control, and game play strategy.Everylevel will work to learn and improve theforehand, backhand, volley, and serve.
Instructors will divide the participants into appropriate ages and skill levels the first week of lesson.
Age 4-6—Verybeginning tennis; for 4-6 years old. Participants will learn basicstroke fundamentals and develop hand-eye coordination in afun games-based approach to tennis.
Age7-8—Participantswillreceive instructiononthe fundamentals of the game,developing skills, ball control, stroke techniques, practice habits, and court etiquette. Scoring and the rulesoftennis will be introduced.
Age 9-11—Participants willcontinue to refine strokesand build confidence, agility, and consistency on the court. Scoring and the rules of tennis will be mastered.
Age12+—Participantswillbegin to advancetheir skills to thelevel of match-playsituations.Instruction will emphasize theimportance of footwork and strategy during play
SESSIONS: The fee is for Monday &Wednesday classes OR Tuesday &Thursday classes. If you want to participate all four days, you must pay double.
FEES: $55.00 (In-District) PER SESSION; $70.00 (Out-of-District) PER SESSION
NOTES: Please bring your own water bottle and sunscreen.
Students need to wear court appropriatetennis shoes (no sandals)
Studentswillberequired to do somerunning! Classes missed may be made up with prior arrangements!
EACHPLAYER MUST PROVIDE HIS/HEROWN TENNIS RACQUET.
CHOOSING ATENNISRACQUET:
The following are standard guidelines for age and racquet length selection: If an 8-year-old is thesizeofanaverage 10-year-old, choose the10-12 racquet. Move up one size (possibly two) to adjust for exceptionally high physical strength or ability butadjusting down for lack of strength is almost never necessary.Ajunior player should useaslonga racquet as he/ shecan comfortablyhandle. This will encouragedevelopment of smooth strokes that utilizegood weight transfer and larger muscles. Toosmallaracquetencourages excessive wrist and elbow action, which, in the long run, will harm both stroke development and the arm. Ajunior is generally ready for an adultracquetwhen weighing 85pounds or more.
Join the Canon City Tigers Volleyball Coach Tara John and staff for Volleyball CamponAugust1st and 2nd. Campwill focus on volleyball skills and drills. Camperswill get to work with both the CCHS volleyball team and coaches. On August2nd campers will be put into teams to scrimmage. Parents are welcome to attend to cheer on their camper during the scrimmage. Each camper will receive aT-shirt at the end ofcamp.
Registration: June 9th -July 25th
Dates: August 1st &2nd
Times: August 1st 9:00 am –2:00 pm (30 minute lunch break, please bring sack lunch)
August 2nd from 9:00 am to 12:00
Grades /Times: 8-14 year olds boys and girls
Location: Canon CityHigh School
Cost: $75 (In-District) $90 (Out-of-District)
Fremont County
June 14, 2025
10 A.M. To 2 P.M.
Centennial Park
A fun, festival like environment to provide safety and health information, education and equipment to children and families, intended to improve the health and wellbeing of the citizens of Fremont County.
Cañon City Swim Team – The Piranhas
Calling all swimmers!! Our season is about to begin!
The Cañon City Swim Team is inviting individuals who LOVE to swim If you are between the ages of 6-18, live in Fremont County or the surrounding areas, and LOVE being in the water, come join the team!
Team practice begins the last week of May at the Florence Pool, and continues through the first week of August. Swim meets are held on weekends throughout the summer season Meet locations include: Salida, Pueblo West, Las Animas, Rocky Ford, Alamosa, La Junta, and Lamar Attending meets is not a requirement by the team, but they are a lot of fun to participate in
Improve your swimming skills and make life long friends! Join the Piranhas.
Start-of-Season Open House:
Wednesday, May 7, 2025, 6pm – 7pm Cañon City Recreation District community room, 575 Ash St
New and seasoned swimmers and parents are invited to this event Important information will be provided
Registration and suit sizing kits will be available
Fee: $250 (includes expert instruction, pool use fee, team T-shirt)
Not included in fee: swim suits, caps, goggles, towels, meet fees, required USA swimming registration/insurance ($5 or $47)
Sibling discounts are available for swim families
Requirements: Ages 6-18, capable of swimming 25 yards, LOVE swimming
To register online or receive more information contact: Lauren at piranhascc@gmail.com or visit our website: https://www.gomotionapp.com/team/recccpiranhas/page/home
Kids Klub
All Kids Klub sites are state licensed and certified as childcare providers.
The Recreation District offers an outstandingchildcare program from the convenience of yourchild’sschool known as Kids Klub.This program has been operating for over 30 years and provides asafe and secure environment for your children. From before and after school when you must work or just looking for afun place to take yourchild when there is no school, this program has it all
Registration: Registration packets can be picked up at the Canon City Area Recreation and Park District office. Registration packets and acopyofyourchild’s immunization recordsmust be turned into the Kids Klub Director before attending.
Ages: 5through 12 years old.
Times: Before School- 6:45 a.m. till the school bell rings After School- when the school bell rings to 6p.m. Early Release Fridays-when the school bellrings to 6p.m.
No School Days- 6:45a.m.- 6p.m. (AtWashington School Only) Rates Before School After School Half
*Rates will increase in August 2025.
Check on ourwebsite www.ccrec.orgfor current prices.
Locations for Before School: Washington Elementary 606 North 9th Street
McKinley Elementary 1240 McKinley Ave
Locations for After School: Washington Elementary 606 North 9th Street
McKinley Elementary 1240 McKinley Ave
Lincoln School of Science and Technology 420 Myrtle Street
Location for No school days: Washington Elementary 606 North 9th Street
Canon Exploratorystudents are transported in the afternoon only to Washington Elementary. (Subject to change as needed).
Harrison Elementarystudentstransported inthe afternoon only to McKinley Elementary.
Kids Klub Summer Program
With Kids Klub’sColorado State Licensed staff our goal is to introduce your child(ren) into an educational and fun environment where they can experience new things withnew friends. Come join Kids Klub for fun in the sun.
Registration: Registration packets can be picked up at the Canon CityArea Recreation and Park District office.Registration packets and acopy of your child’s immunization records must be turned in to the Kids Klub Director before attending.
May 22nd and May 23rd- Set up for Summer Site(Closed)
May 26th- Memorial Day (Closed)
May 27th- Start of Summer Program
July 4th- Independence Day (Closed)
August 4th-August 14th -Preparation for School Year (Closed)
Location: Washington Elementary. (In the Gym and Cafeteria)
Schedule:
606 N9th Street, CanonCity,CO81212
Monday (Each week): WaterDay
Tuesday(Each week): Arts &Crafts Wednesday(Each Week): Water Day Thursday (Biweekly): Field Trips &Group Activities Friday (Each Week): Guest Speakers 4H and other programming will also be offered throughoutthe summer. Field Trips and Guest Speakers: Schedule to be determined.
Meals and Snacksprovided.
KI D S KL U B
ADULTSPORTS PROCEDURES
Registration: Full payment must be received before the programdeadlineinorder to reserve aspotinaleague. Teamswill only be taken afterthe deadline if it aids the program coordinatorinscheduling. Example: an odd number of teams to an even number.
LeagueRefunds: If aprogram does notget at least4 registered teams the league will not go. Full refunds will be distributed to those teams that have paid. If 4teams are registered the program will run.
Player Eligibility: Players must sign and complete their team roster before participating in theprogram. All players must beat least 18 years of age. If you are still in high school and participatinginasports program, please check with your athleticdirector to make sure there are no potential eligibility issues.Minors are not allowedtoparticipate in Adult Sports Adult Sports participants cannot be on two teams within the same league.
Team Rosters: There will be adrop-dead date as to which no more namescan be addedtoa roster.Atthispoint theroster becomes frozen and no players can be added or removed. It will be approximately 60% through the regular season and will be printed on theschedules. Furthermore, all adultteam rosters will have alimited number of players perspecific sport. All legal players then on the roster will be eligible to participate in the post-season.All team rosters, waivers and drop forms will be kept in theon-sitenotebook.
Legal Players: Aplayerisnot legaluntil they have signed and completed the roster and played in at least one game. Aprinted name on the roster is not legal until it has been signed,but it doescount towards theroster limit.
Adding Players to theTeam Roster: Ifa team has not reached their roster limit before theroster deadline, they can add players by simply having them sign and complete therosterbeforeparticipating.Ifa team hasreached their limit of players, they cannot add aplayer until aplayer has dropped using thedrop form.
RemovingPlayers from the Team Roster: Once aplayer has signed the roster they are alegal player and must sign the drop forminorder to not be counted towardsa team’s roster limit. Theteam manager can remove unsigned players from the roster to addplayers before theroster deadline.
(AS OF MARCH2025)
Game Challenges: Agame may not be challenged after it has been completed. If at anytime duringthe course of agame ateam wantstochallengethe opposing teamsroster they may do so. They can challenge roster limits, legal players or player eligibility.What is in the on-site notebook is official. Ateam playing with an illegal roster willforfeit thegame
Forfeit Penalty: Teams that forfeit without a24-hour notice to the ProgramCoordinator willbepenalizeda feeof$25.The penalty must be submitted to the Recreation District Office or employee beforethe team is allowed to participate in the next scheduled game. Agame forfeiteddue to achallenge does not constitute apenalty
Awards: The first-place team will receive T-shirts for every player listed on their roster and a1st place plaque. The post-season playoffs or tournament will determine the winners in each league. If there is not aplayoff or tournament, the league winners will be based on theregular season.
TieBreakers: Most ties will be decided to determine seeds for post-season play.Tiebreakers will follow the steps listed below when applicable and in order.
Head to Head:recordofthe teams inquestion vs each other
Division Record: recordvsteams within their division
Total Scoring Against: total number of points scored against forthe entire season will be considered.Incase of forfeits,the averagepointsscoredfromthe games played will be figured in.
Total Scoring For: total numberofpoints scored for the entireseason will be considered. In case of forfeits,the average points scored from the games played will be figured in.
Coin Toss: acoin flip will be used as alast resort
Adult Outdoor Co-Ed Soccer
Join the fun at Adult Soccer!Teamswill have 6players on the field at a time and Co-Ed rules apply.Games are played on asmallerfield. This is a fast-paced,high scoring gamethat anyone can play
Registration: May 19th -July 24th
Games: Sundays, beginning in August
Fee: $250 per team
Location: Rouse Park
Ages: 18 yearsor older
Adult Sand Volleyball@White Water Bar &Grill
It’stime to have somefun in the sun! This is aco-ed league with a minimumof3guys and 3gals per team.Games will be self-officiated. The games are playedatWhite Water Bar and Grill at the top of Eight Mile Hill so you know it is about having fun with your family and friends Nothingcan beat alate summer night of volleyball, good food, cold beverages, and greatcompany.*LIMITED TO 8TEAMS.*
Registration: TBA–League fills up veryfast! Wewill announce date on our Facebook page. Please be on the look for date in May
GAMES START: June 3rd
AGES: 18 yearsand older
DAYS: Tuesday evenings
TIME: Starting at 6pm
PLACE: White Water Bar & Grill SandVolleyballCourt
FEE: $160.00 per team
Adult Softball (Second Season)
Teams are guaranteed 10-games including a post-season double elimination tournament. The leagues willbe split into at least two divisions, an upper and lower If there are enough teams, we will have three divisions. The tournament willdetermine each division’s champions. Tournament games may be played on weekends iftoo many rainouts occur. The designated nights of league play are below
The 2025Women’s Volleyball League is scheduled to beginthe first Sunday inOctober. Each team is guaranteed 9-matches that consist of best out of 5-games withrallyscoring.Get your teams together now so you canbump, set, and spike your way to a goodtime. Leagueswillbe divided based on the teams’ ability level.
REGISTRATION: July 28th –September 12th
GAMES BEGIN: October5th
AGES: 18 years or older
DAYS: Sunday nights
LOCATION: HarrisonSchool
FEE: $300.00 per team
A D U L T S P O R T S
Aftermath HauntedHouse
Forthe past nine yearsAftermath has been ratedasone ofthetop haunted houses in the stateofColorado,and nowisthe time foryou find out why.
We usethe naturallandscape andhouse to theeastofthe Recreation District office to create theultimatefright, both indoorsand out. Come and witness the horror and darknessofHalloween likenever before. Insidethe house youwill lose all sense of direction as youwind your waythrough the rooms.Come see what scares we have prepared this year
The entrance is located in the Recreation DistrictofficeCommunity Room. Free parking is available by the Dog Park and at the
YOUTH COMPETITIVE RAFTING PROGRAM INFORMATION
RG RIO and the RecreationDistrict have partnered up to teach area youth between the ages of 15-19 howtoraft.No experienceisrequired to participate.You justneed to be willing to learn howtoraft in the Arkansas River.You will learn different paddle techniques and howtowork as ateam to navigate the river.All of the instructors areveteran guides on the Arkansas River,the mostcommercially rafted river in the country.The program will run fromJune to August. Thecostofthe program is $60,but youwill also have to registerwiththe American CanoeAssociation forliabilityreasons. Registertoday
Mandatory ACA Registration $40.00
The fees paid to the RecreationDistrict does not include a $40 feetothe American CanoeAssociation. To registervisit this link, https://www.americancanoe.org/general/register_member_type.asp Inorder to participate in the RoyalGorge Gargoyles program youmustsign up for an individual membership.You will not be allowedtoparticipate in anyactivities until this is done.Toregisterfollowthe link above,select individuals, entera username,first name,and password, and forthe Paddle American Clubs scroll down to RoyalGorge Gargoyles.After that is selected justfollowalong.
be accompaniedbyanadult and have parentpermission.Rememberthe event is also outdoors, so dress appropriately.We will see youatAftermath this October
Location: Cañon City Area Recreation District Office,575 AshStreet (Event starts at the ArcheryRange)
Dates: October 4th, 11th, 18th and 25th
Time: 7:00 pm –10:30 pm
Cost: $20.00 perperson 0r $40 foraFast Pass
*If youare interested in volunteering to scarefor Aftermath, please contact Jaimee Southernat719-275-1578. *
Kids Klub willbehosting their sixth annual Halloween fundraiser by selling hot beverages and candy allfour nights of Aftermath.
S P E C I A LE V EN
TurkeyBowl
The Recreation District’sannual Turkey Bowl will be held on Saturday,November 22nd. The Turkey Bowl is a4-on-4FlagFootballtournamentwith7-different divisions.Rostersare limitedto6-players. The Turkey Bowl is open to teams in the agegroupslisted below. Registerearly as only the first 60 teams to register will beaccepted due to thelimited numberof fields.
Men’sDivisions: 12 and under (Wings) 13to15(Legs)
16 to 18 (Thighs)
19 to 30 (Toms)
31 and over (Gizzards)
Women’sDivision: 18 and under (Chicks)
19 and over (Hens)
Fee: $80 per team,3-game guarantee
Deadline: Tuesday,November 18th @5pm
***No late registrations will be accepted***
Date&TIME: November 22nd @8:30 am (One Day Tournament)
Location: Pathfinder Park
MANAGERS:
TURKEY TROT FUN RUN
Meeting will be at 8:00, morning of at Pathfinder Park
Awards: Turkeys given to allmembers of winning teams
The Cañon City Area Recreation and Park District will host the Turkey Trot Fun Run at Pathfinder Park on Saturday, November 22nd. The 5K run will begin at 10 a.m. The course is on maintained trails anddirtroads with little to no elevation changes. This runisall about having fun as it is not atimed event. We encourage all participants to dress in their best Thanksgiving costume and we will haveanawardfor the best costume. This runencourages people to get outside, have agoodtime, andget some exercise. Petsmay participate in the event, but the owners areresponsible for cleaningup after them, and they must be on aleash. Pets can dress up too! Following the run, we encourage everyone to hang out at Pathfinder Park for awardsand enjoy our food vendors. All early registrants willreceive at-shirt,and participants who register late willget at-shirt while supplies last.
Distance: 5K
Date: Saturday November 22, 2025
Time: 10 a.m.
Location: PathfinderRegional Park, 6639 Highway 115 Florence, CO 81226
Fee: $20 by November 13th /$30 from November 14th through race time (includes at-shirt whiles supplies last)
Awards: Best costume both runners and pets
Multiple random drawings (Can only winonceper person)
Thereare 3ways youcan earna ticket for the drawing. Oneissimplybyregistering,two by dressing in your best Thanksgiving costume andthree by donating acan of food forthe needyfamilies forthe holidays
Registration: www.ccrec.org or at theoffice, 575 Ash Street
***FISHING DERBYWITH THE PROS***
On Saturday, May10th come to Pathfinder Regional Park Pond to learntofish from Don Evans and his other professional friends!Therewill be giveaways,paint-a-bait station,games, andmore! DonEvans is ProfessionalBassmaster Angler from right hereinCanon City. Don wasnamed Angler of the year in 2018 by Pikes Peak Bassmaster and in 2019 he was namedRookie of theYear from PikesPeaks Bassmaster.Ifavailable,Colorado Parks& Wildlifewill be present to answerany questions and provide alimited number of poles. Please bringyour owngear if youhaveit.
Date: Saturday, May10th
Times: 8am to 11am forkids ages 15 and under Location: Pathfinder Park FishingPond, Hwy 115
Fee: IT’S FREE!!!
CLEAN UP /GREEN UP
The Canon CityAreaRecreation andParkDistrict and The City of Canon City will be partneringagain thisyear for the 2025 Clean Up /Green Up.The Arkansas River and Riverwalk along with other trails throughout Canon City will bethe focus of this year’s Clean Up
Therewill be breakfast offeredtoall our volunteers. Everyone is encouraged to attend, especiallythe Riverwalk users. Plan to join us forbreakfast at 8:00 a.m. and the cleaning begins at 9:00 a.m. Garbage bags will be provided. Please bring your ownworkclothes and gloves.
When: Saturday, April 26th
Time: 8:00 a.m.-Breakfast 9:00 a.m.-Startofclean up
Where: Meet at Recreation District CommunityRoom 575 Ash Street
