Parks & Recreation

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Celebrate National Park & Recreation Month with Schertz staff during July. We'll have two Float & Flicks at Pickrell Pool to celebrate. We’ll also be hosting Tactical Laser Tag in the Park every Tuesday night in July. Lastly, we’ll be bringing Popsicle Parties to several parks throughout the month. Be sure to follow Schertz Parks and Recreation on social media for more details about our month-long celebration!

Stryker Tactical Laser Tag is back to celebrate Parks and Recreation Month. This experience incorporates realistic weaponry and involves combat simulations, role-play style games, and various precise and competitive goals. Join us at Pickrell Park every Tuesday night in July from 8:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. Tactical Laser Tag is open to all who can properly use the equipment. Participants will meet at the Poplar Pavilion. Registration is $12 per person and is available on Schertz.com.

Come out and celebrate Parks and Recreation Month with a free popsicle party every Thursday night in July from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Popsicle Parties will be hosted at various parks throughout the city, courtesy of Schertz Parks and Recreation. ■ July 1 at Ashley Park ■ July 8 at Cypress Point ■ July 15 at Heritage Oaks ■ July 22 at Playscape ■ July 29 at Pickrell Park Pool

In America, trails are becoming more popular than ever! People of every age and ability are embracing their favorite pathways to get active, get healthy and get where they need to go—in our communities and across the country. Schertz has a growing trail system that we hope you will get out and take advantage of! By following these six Golden Rules of trail use—you can help make every trip safe + fun for everyone. Remember, every amazing trail experience begins with you!

1 Use Safe Speeds

Standing Still? Stand Aside 2 Keep Right, Pass Left

4 Keep Pets on Leash

5 Be Alert

Know and Follow the Rules

Small Pavilions at Pickrell Park are open and available for rental. Complete your Small Pavilion Rental on CivicRec! Create a new account or login with Facebook or Google. This program gives you the ability to view the pavilion calendar, rent pavilions, or register for activities. Once you create an account and sign in, be sure to click on ‘Account’ to verify your address and contact information. You can also update your contact preferences. Here are just some things you can do on CivicRec:

Check availability for park pavilion rentals Register for Jubilee’s Float & Fireworks

Register for events as a vendor Purchase a Veteran’s Memorial Plaza Paver

Go to Schertz.com to log on to CivicRec today to join in on all of the FUN to be had!

Join us for the 2021 Nature Discovery Series! The program is designed for families with elementary-aged children, but older and younger siblings are welcome too! Texas Master Naturalist volunteers lead the themed programs held at 10:00 a.m. at Crescent Bend Nature Park, and the program is free. Pre-registration is required for all participants to ensure materials and activities are available.