City of Waco Parks and Recreation
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Fall / Winter 2015
Waco’s Source for
THE OUTDOORS Community Centers Downtown Events Athletic Leagues Park Information
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Welcome to the City of Waco Parks and Recreation Department’s 2015 Fall issue of the Good Times Guide. Inside you’ll find information for recreation programs, athletic leagues, park activities and community events. We invite you to explore Waco’s great outdoors and enjoy the beauty of the Brazos and Bosque River Corridor. To register for programs, or if you have questions, we’ll be happy to help at 254-750-5980. For an electronic version of the guide, visit www.waco-texas.com.
City of Waco Parks & Recreation
REGISTRATION REMINDER THE RIVERS
4 CAMPS & CLASSES 7 EVENTS & ACTIVITIES 11 OUTDOOR & NATURE 14 SPORTS & FITNESS 24 EVENT CALENDAR 26 ATTRACTIONS 29 CITY CONTACTS
GOOD TIMES GUIDE
Location: 201 West Waco Drive, Waco TX Mailing Address: P.O. Box 2570, Waco, TX 76702 (254) 750-5980 www.waco-texas.com
Sports Registration
Calendar Adult Kickball Registration Deadline is September 18 Youth Futsol League Registration Deadline is September 25 Youth Soccer 7v7 League Registration Deadline is September 25 Adult Basketball Registration Deadline is October 3
For registration information, call the Athletics Office at 254-750-5875
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Spend the Day on the Rivers Take advantage of the outdoor recreational activities Downtown Waco has to offer. From family fishing trips and strolls along the riverwalk to kayaking and paddle boarding, the Brazos and Bosque rivers are ideal for family adventures.
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Community Centers
South Waco, Dewey and Bledsoe-Miller community centers offer after-school programs throughout the fall for all ages. Enjoy a day at one of the fitness facilities, join a sports league or participate in a community class.
After School Programs Children will participate in arts and crafts, indoor and outdoor activities and tutoring. Snacks will be provided. Transportation provided from select schools. CCS accepted. Dates: Monday-Friday during school Time: 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. (5:30 p.m. on Fri) Where: Bledsoe Miller, Dewey, South Waco Cost: $65 per child Age: 5 - 13 Contact: 254-750-8677 254-750-8650 254-750-8684
WISD In-Service and Early Release Days Kids will participate in various activities and field trips. Snacks will be provided, but campers must bring a lunch. Dates: In-Service: Sept. 7, Oct. 13 Early Release: Sept. 23, Oct. 28, Feb. 10 Time: 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Where: South Waco Community Center Cost: $40-70 Age: Ages 5-13 Contact: 254-750-5980
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After School Tutoring Program
T-MAD (Teens Making A Difference)
Get the help you need from experienced tutors in all subjects. Bilingual instruction available, space limited.
T-MAD is a club involving teens in activities to help them utilize their talents and education, while working within the community. Activities include college visits, job and college application assistance, social events and more!
Date: Tues & Thurs beginning Oct. 6 Time: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Where: South Waco Community Center Cost: Free Ages: 6-14 Contact: 254-750-8650
Tutoring for K thru 1st For extra assistance in grade-level skills. Taught by retired Waco ISD teacher Alice Pollard. Date: Tuesdays Time: 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: Free Ages: 5-7 Contact: 254-750-8677
Date: Wednesdays beginning Oct. 7 Time: 6 p.m. - 7 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: $5 per month Ages: 13-17 Contact: 254-750-8677
Thanksgiving Break Camp Join us for a 3-day camp where students will participate in various activities. Snacks will be provided but campers must bring lunch.
Math and Reading is Fun
Dates: November 23-25 Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller and South Waco Cost: $40 per child Age: 5 - 13 Contact: 254-750-8677/254-750-8684
For assistance in math and reading. Taught by retired Waco ISD teacher Linda Farley.
Winter Break Camp
Date: Tuesday and Thursday Time: 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: Free Ages: 8-13 Contact: 254-750-8684
Children will participate in various activities and field trips. A snack will be provided, but campers must bring a sack lunch. CCS accepted. Dates: December 21-23, 28-31 & Jan. 4 Time: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller and South Waco Cost: $70 per child Age: 5 - 13 Contact: 254-750-8677/254-750-8684
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Community Classes GED/ESL Classes
GED preparation, TAKS review, literacy, writing, math, TASP review, and ESL. In conjuction with MCC Adult Education. Date: Mon & Wed: 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Tues & Thurs: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Where: South Waco Community Center Cost: Free Age: 17 & older Contact: 254-299-8777 (MCC)
Certified Nurse’s Aide Classes In collaboration with University of Texas at Arlington, students learn the skills to become certified nurses’ aides in the medical field. Date: Tuesday and Thursday Time: 5:30 p.m. - 9 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: Free for qualified candidates Age: 16 & older Contact: 254-750-8684
Chefs in Training Children will learn how to prepare healthy foods and desserts, as well as kitchen safety procedures. Date: Tuesdays beginning February 2 Time: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: $3 per class/$20 for 8 weeks Age: 9-12 Contact: 254-750-8684
Basics of Computers for Seniors This is a 3-part introduction class for seniors learning the basics of computer skills, including internet surfing and email. This is a hands-on, user-friendly class that teaches all the basics to operating your computer. Date: January 19-21 Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Where: South Waco Community Center Cost: $12 per class Contact: 254-750-8650
A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT �ctually, it’s even be�er�two rivers run through it. �e Bosque and the Brazos rivers wind their way through Waco & the Heart of Texas, forming two of the boundaries to the glorious 416 acres of Cameron Park’s hike & bike trails, picnic and playground areas, and breathtaking lookouts over the countryside of central Te�as. �e rivers themselves offer a wealth of recreational opportunities, including stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking on the Bosque Bluffs and Brazos Bridges paddling trails, top-rate waterskiing conditions (complete with riverside stands for competition-level skiing), and horse trails along the river’s edge. �e Bosque leads to Lake Waco, the largest city lake in the US, where �shing, boating, and swimming opportunities abound. Time to take a dip in the waters of Waco.
Visit WacoHeartofTexas.com for links to our natural a�ractions or for more information give us a call at 800-WACO-FUN.
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Discover The Waco Mammoth National Monument
Visit the Waco Mammoth National Monument this spring and summer for an educational journey in to the lives of Columbian Mammoths. The mammoth site includes tours, a gift shop and a variety of educational activities.
Community Events
Halloween Carnival
Join us for food, games, music, a cake walk, a costume contest and lots of candy!
Come join the Bledsoe Miller and Dewey Community center for a night of fun, games and free candy!
Date: October 22 Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Where: South Waco Community Center Cost: Free Ages: all ages Contact: 254-750-8684
Date: October 29 Time: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: Free Ages: 0-18 Contact: 254-750-8677
Halloween Carnival
CHECK OUT THE COMMUNITY EVENTS CALENDAR ON PAGE 25
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E V E N T S & ACT I V I T I E S Power House Dollz This is a mentoring program for young ladies that are interested in creativity, networking, learning new skills, fun activities, volunteering and more. Date: First meeting is October 19 TIme: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: Free Age: 5-18 Contact: 254-750-8684
South Waco Senior Program Senior Citizens come together and enjoy a variety of activities from bingo to billiards, arts & crafts, dominoes and walking. The program is collaboration with the Central Texas Seniors’ Ministries. Senior exercises on Monday and Wednesdays. Date: Monday-Friday Time: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Where: South Waco Community Center Cost: Free (minimal activity fee may apply) Age: 55 & up Contact: 254-750-8650
S. Waco Fall Community Garage Sale Empty out the closets, attics and garages and come participate in the fall community garage sale. Make some money while helping others in the community. Register Sept. 10 - Oct. 10. Dates: October 10 Time: 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Where: South Waco Park Cost: $5 per table Contact: 254-750-8650
A Step Ahead Conference for Girls Career minded women in the community will share the opportunities available for young women in the workplace. Breakfast and lunch will be provided along with prizes! Date: October 24 Time: 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: Free Ages: 11-17 (Girls) Contact: 254-750-8684
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It’s All About Girl Power
Parents Night Out
Young ladies will enjoy manicures, food, drinks, and a movie.
Parents, let our staff entertain your kids while you enjoy the night out.
Date: November 6 Time: 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: $10 Age: 5-13 Contact: 254-750-8677
Kids will eat pizza, watch movies and play games!
Movie Night Share a night of fun at the movies! Date: November 14 Time: 6 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: $5.50 per person Age: 5-13 Contact: 254-750-8684
South Waco Lock-In Parents, let your kids enjoy themselves for the whole night with the staff of South Waco. We will have a night on the town followed by fun and games at the center. Date: November 20-21 Time: 10 p.m. Friday- 8 a.m. Saturday Where: South Waco Community Center Age: 5-13 Contact: 254-750-8650
Winter Community Indoor Sale
Dates December 18 Time: 6 p.m. - 10 p.m. Where: South Waco Community Center Cost: $10 per child Age: 5-13
Memorable Valentine’s Day Cards Come join us and create memorable Valentine Cards for family and friends. Supplies and snacks will be provided. Date: February 11 Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: $5 Age: all ages Contact: 254-750-8677
Kids in The Kitchen The Junior League of Waco’s Kids in the Kitchen along with the City of Waco will be promoting a FREE Healthy Kids Fun and Fitness Festival that will promote nutrition and educate children on the value of healthy ingredients and appropriate portion sizes.
Would you like to get rid of clothes, shoes, and more? Bring your items to sell.
Join the Junior League of Waco for inflatables, arts and crafts, healthy snacks and fitness fun, along with fabulous giveaways.
Date: December 5 Time: 8 a.m. - noon Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: $10 a table Contact: 254-750-8677
Date: February 20 Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: Free Time: 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Contact: 254-750-8684
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DOWNLOAD THE CAMERON PARK APP The Official Cameron Park App is here! Now the park is at your fingertips, with Adult Summer Softball resources like workout guides, rental Registration: Deadline is April 12 facilities, points of interest, and maps for the trail system, disc golf course Cheerleading Workshop Registration begins: March 18 and paddling trails. Summer Youth Volleyball Registration: Deadline is May 3
For registration registration information, information, call call the the Athletics Athletics Office Office at at 254-750-5875 254-750-5875 For
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Spend the Day in Cameron Park
With playgrounds, trails and the perfect picnic spots, Cameron Park is a great afternoon getaway for families and friends. Be sure to visit one of the information kiosks in the park, which provide maps, historical information and more.
Boys Day Out!! Let’s Go Fishing
Neighborhood Fishing
Let’s go reel in some fish. Snacks provided.
The City of Waco and Texas Parks and Wildlife stock Buena Vista Park with catfish and rainbow trout through the year. Fishing license and Texas State laws apply.
Date: October 16 Time: 9 a.m. – noon Where: Meet at Bledsoe Miller Cost: $5 Age: 5-13 Contact: 254-750-8677
Noon Time Hike Date: Tues. & Thurs. Time: Noon to 1 p.m. Where: Bottom of Jacob’s Ladder Ages: 8 and Up Info: Hikes are 45 minutes. Bring water and wear closed toe shoes.
Dates: Daily Park Hours Where: Buena Vista Park Cost: Free Contact: Fishing License: 254-666-5190 Pond & Park Info: 750-8057
Waco Striders Running Club Date: Wednesdays at 6 p.m. Where: Indian Spring Park Cost: Free Contact: 254-717-8905
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Dubl-R Fields at Riverbend Park With eight fields along the Bosque River, Dubl-R Fields at Riverbend Park is the best place for softball and baseball action in Central Texas. The facility plays host to softball leagues on weeknights and softball and baseball tournaments on the weekends.
S P ORT S & F I T N E S S YOUTH LEAGUES
Youth Futbol League Date: Fridays, beginning Oct. 9 Register by September 25 Manager meeting October 2 Where: South Waco Community Center Cost: $375 per team ($400 late fee) Age: 8&U, 10&U, 12&U, 14&U Games: 8 game season
ADULT LEAGUES
Adult Flag Football 8 on 8 Date: Begins September 19 Register by September 4 Info meeting September 17 Where: Lake Air Football Fields Cost: $350 per team ($375 late fee) Age: 18 and Up Games: 8 game minimum + playoffs
Youth Soccer 7v7 League
Adult Co-Ed Volleyball
Date: Sundays, beginning Oct. 11 Register by September 25 Manager meeting October 7 Where: Hart-Patterson Track & Field Complex Cost: $375 per team ($400 late fee) *Maximum 12 players per team Age: 8&U, 10&U, 12&U, 14&U Games: 8 game season
Adult Kickball
Winter Youth Basketball League Date: Register by November 6 Draft Day November 19 Practice begins December 1 Games begin January 9 Where: Cost: $375 per team ($400 late fee) or $50 per individual ($60 late) Age: 5, 6 & 7 (developmental league) 8&U, 10&U, 12&U, 14&U Games: 8 game season
Fundamentals of Basketball Enhance skills such as dribbling, passing and shooting a basketball. Where: Cost: Date: Time:
Bledsoe-Miller Community Center Free November 2-23 Mondays - Grade 4-6 Thursdays - Grade 1-3 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.
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Date: Begins October 5 (8 games min.) Register by September 18 Info meeting October1 Where: City of Waco Recreation Centers Cost: $250 per Team ($300 late fee) Age: 18 and Up Games: 8 game minimum
Women’s, Men’s, and Co-Rec leagues Date: Begins October 5 (8 games min.) Register by September 18 Info meeting October1 Where: Riverbend Ballpark Cost: $325 per Team ($350 late fee) Age: 18 and Up (16 with parent consent) Games: 8 game minimum + playoffs
Adult Flag Football Date: Where: Cost: Age:
Sept. 20; Register by Sept. 11 Lake Air Fields $350 Per Team ($375 - Late Fee) 18 and Up
Adult Basketball League Men’s League and Women’s League Date: Begins October 18 Register by October 3 Coach’s meeting October 15 Where: City of Waco Recreation Center Cost: $325 per team ($350 late fee) Age: 18 and Up Games: 8 game season
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FITNESS CLASSES Zumba
Zumba fitness is an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party that’s moving millions of people toward joy and health Date: Mondays and Wednesday Time: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: $3 per class Ages: 16 and up Contact: 254-750-8684
Fab Fit A medium to high intensity overall body toning class involving a mix of Cross-fit, boot camp, minor running and light weight lifting. This class is for beginners to intermediates, and will help you attain your fitness goals. Date: Mon, Wed, Thurs Sept. 28- Oct. 30 Time: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Where: Cost: $25 per session Ages: 18 and up Contact: 254-750-8650
FootPrintz Dance & Cheer FootPrintz Dance instructor Ashley Royal teaches different types of dance such as hip hop, jazz, tap, contemporary, lyrical, cheer and praise dance. The program promotes fitness, wellness, self-esteem and team building through the art of dance. Date: Tuesdays Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. Where: Bledsoe Miller Community Center Cost: $30 Ages: 5 and up Contact: 254-750-8684 footprintzdance@gmail.com
El Folklorico Dance Program Celebrate the Hispanic Culture through dance perform throughout the community. Date: Mondays Times: 5:30- 6:30 p.m. (ages 7-9) 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. (ages 10-15) Where: South Waco Community Center Cost: TBD Contact: Mary Lou @ 254-855-1759
Senior Morning Walks Come get fit and enjoy the fun with morning exercise walks for seniors. Date: Thursdays Time: 9 a.m. - 10 a.m. Where: Bledsoe-Miller Community Center Cost: Free Ages: 55 and up Contact: 254-750-8684
New Year, New You! Fab Fit Get Started the right way with a medium to high intensity overall body toning class that involves a mix of Cross-fit, boot camp and variety of exercises including minor running and light weight lifting. This class is for beginners to intermediates, and will help you attain your fitness goals. Date: Mon, Wed, and Thurs January 11 - February 11 Time: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Where: South Waco Community Center Cost: $25 per session Ages: 18 and up Contact: 254-750-8650
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INTRODUCE YOUR KIDS TO KOMODO DRAGONS. SAVOR AN ORIGINAL DR PEPPER. RIDE A WAKEBOARD. SEE A MAMMOTH. HONOR A TEXAS RANGER. PADDLE THE BRAZOS. READ A LOVE SONNET. DISCOVER SPORTS HEROES. VISIT A HEALTH CAMP. WALK THE BRIDGE. Enjoy a new experience with your family this SPRING BREAK. WacoHeartofTexas.com or 800-WACO-FUN.
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Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center
With 18 outdoor lighted courts, a center court stadium, a first-class fitness facility and quality customer service from tennis and fitness professionals, the Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center is one of finest sports venues in Central Texas. Amenities include: Aerobics Studio, Cycling Studio, Cybex Machinery, TV Monitors, Dressing Rooms, Private Lounge, Whirlpool & Sauna, Kid’s Club, Massage & Tanning
Hours of Operation:
Tennis Annual Facility Pass
Monday - Thursday: 5 a.m. - 10 p.m. Friday: 5 a.m. - 8 p.m. Saturday: 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday 12 p.m. - 6 p.m.
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Little Tennis 10 and Under Aces
Junior Development (ages 10-15)
Kids will be challenged to increase the motor skills necessary to play tennis and other sports throughout their lives.
This program is for players participating in ZAT/DPTA tournaments or on junior high teams. This class will emphasize advanced moves and tactics. Players will be required to play tournaments throughout the year.
Dates/Time: Mon, Tues and Thurs: 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday: 3 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. Cost: $40 member/$48 non-member Age: 10 and under Contact: 254-753-7675
Little Tennis Junior Match Play Players will develop proper tennis etiquette, develop good sportsmanship, build match playing skills and improve confindence in this singles/doubles game play format. Dates/Times Sunday 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Cost: $40 member/$48 non Age: 10 and under Contact: 254-753-7675
Home School Clinic (10 and under) This class is designed to meet the needs of homeschool students. Dates/Times: Tuesday and Thursday: 3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Cost: $40 member/$48 non Age: 10 and under Contact: 254-753-7675
Home School Clinic (ages 10 - 15) This class is designed to meet the needs of homeschool students. Dates/Times: Tuesday and Thursday: 3:30 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Cost: 1 hr. -$40 member/$48 non Age: 10 - 15
Dates/Times: Mon, Tues and Thurs: 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Sat: 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Cost: 1 hr. -$60 member/$72 non Age: 10-15 Contact: 254-753-7675
Elite Junior Development Players will develop proper tennis etiquette, develop good sportsmanship, build match playing skills and improve confindence in this singles/doubles game play format. Dates/Times: Mon, Tues, Thurs 6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Sat 10:30 a.m. - 12 p.m. Cost: $60 member/$72 non-member Drop In Only (24 hour notice) Age: 10-15 Contact: 254-753-7675
2 0 TEN N IS Women’s Clinics This class is designed for the ladies. Dates/Time: Tues and Thurs: 9 a.m. -10:30 a.m. Thurs: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Cost: $60 member/$72 non-member ($40/$48 for Thursday evening) Age: 18+ Contact: 254-753-7675
Junior Match Play Players will develop proper tennis etiquette, develop good sportsmanship, build match playing skills and improve confindence in this singles/doubles game play format. Dates/Times: Sun: 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. Cost: $10 member/$15 non-member Drop In Only (24 hour notice) Age: 10-15 Contact: 254-753-7675
Adult Beginner Class This class is designed for the player new to tennis with no experience. Players will recieve instruction on tennis basics. Dates/Time: Tues. and Thurs.: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Cost: $40 member/$48 non-member Age: 18+ Contact: 254-753-7675
College Night Drill This classs is for students focusing on a select group of tennis skills/abilities. Dates/Time: Wed 6 p.m.- 7 p.m. Cost: $40 Age: 18+
Men’s Clinics This class is designed for the men. Dates/Time: Tues: 7 p.m. - 8 p.m. Cost: $60 member/$72 non-member Age: 18+ Contact: 254-753-7675
Adult Drill & Play This class is recommended for intermediate level and above. Players will learn techniques and advance to play combinations. Dates/Time: Mon. 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. Cost: $60 member/$72 non-member Age: 18+ Contact: 254-753-7675
Cardio Tennis This class will feature a variety of drills to burn calories and get in shape. Dates/Time: Wed, Sat. 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. Cost: $40 member/$48 non-member Age: 18+ Contact: 254-753-7675
Happy Boating
Safe Boating
RULES RIVERS of the
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There is a “Slow, No Wake” zone in the following areas: - On Lake Brazos, between the Waco Drive Bridge and 200 yards from the low water dam, just past McLane Stadium - In the area of the Brazos Park East boat ramp, between the mouth of the Bosque River and the MLK Jr., Blvd. Bridge. - On the Bosque River, between Brazos Park East and the Lakeshore Drive Bridge.
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Recreational water sports (ie. wakeboarding, water skiing, tubing) are only allowed upstream on the Brazos River, starting at MLK, Jr. Blvd. Bridge.
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It is prohibited to create a wake or wash that is hazardous to other watercraft or person while on Lake Brazos.
BOATING ZONES Recreational Water Sports Zone Slow, No Wake Zone Safe Boating Zone
Visit www.waco-texas.com for river maps and information. For emergencies, please call 911. For general info, contact the Waco Parks and Recreation Department at 254-750-5980.
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Take a Swing at Cottonwood Creek
Cottonwood Creek Golf Course focuses on providing a high quality golf destination at an affordable cost. Cottonwood Creek features an 18-hole course, a 9-hole junior course, a driving range and putting green, a tournament pavilion, and a bar-and-grill.
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Weekend Green Fee 18 Holes Weekend Green Fees 9 Hole Weekend Twilight Fee Weekend Super Twilight Fee
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Senior Rates (Mon-Fri.) 55 yrs. Green Fees $18 w/cart $31 Junior Green Fees $16 Junior Course $5 (adults) $2 (juniors) Cart Rentals (Per Person) $16(18) $10(9) Memberships & Rates Memberships: Individual $600 Senior $500 Family $900 Member’s Weekday Green Fee $13 w/cart $25 Member’s Weekend Green Fee $14 w/cart $26 Senior Member’s Weekday $10 w/cart $17 Senior Member’s Weekend $14 w/cart $26 Range Fees Regular Members Large Bucket $9 $6 Medium Bucket $8 $5 Small Bucket $5 $3
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Take the Family to a Community Event The City of Waco hosts more than 150 events each year. Whether it is an adventure run, a concert in the park or a bike race, Waco has an event for everyone. Visit www.wacotexas.com for an up-to-date listing of events in Waco’s parks.
E V E N T CA L E N DA R Sept. 25-27
Waco Cultural Arts Fest
Indian Spring Park
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MS Walk and Run
Heritage Square
Oct. 10
Wild West 100 Bicycle Tour
Indian Spring Park Oct. 10
Brew at the Zoo
Cameron Park Zoo
Oct. 15
HOT Crop Walk
Bledsoe-Miller Community Center Oct. 31
Human Society Wine & Food Fest
Indian Spring Park
Nov. 7
Leatherneck Run
Indian Spring Park
Nov. 11
Veterans Day Parade
Downtown Waco
Nov. 14
Great Zoo Stampede
Cameron Park/ Cameron Park Zoo
Nov. 21
Altrusa Turkey Trot
Brazos Park East
Dec. 5-12
Waco Wonderland
Heritage Square
Jan. 30-31
Miracle Match Marathon
Indian Spring Park
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The City of Waco Parks and Recreation Department offers more than 50 community parks, facilities and open spaces. Listed below are some of Waco’s featured attractions. For a complete listing of Waco’s parks, visit www.waco-texas.com or call (254) 750-5980.
Cameron Park University Parks Drive and Herring Avenue One of the largest municipal parks in Texas, Cameron Park is a Waco treasure. More than 20 miles of hike and bike trails weave through natural vegetation and limestone cliffs to provide stunning views of the Waco area. A variety of recreation spots, environmental areas and scenic overlooks are located throughout the park, which recently received more than $7 million in renovations.
Brazos Park East 2000 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. Overlooking the convergence of the Bosque and Brazos rivers, Brazos Park East features breathtaking cliff-front scenery. The park is a mix of trees and open fields and includes horseshoe pits, a disc golf course, boat docks and fishing spots.
Cameron Park Disc Golf Course Cameron Park/Brazos Park East With towering trees, open fields and a waterfront view, Waco is home to two of Texas’ best disc golf courses. Played with a Frisbee-like disc, disc golf is a fun and free activity for all ages.
Cameron Park Zoo 1701 N. 4th Street Escape into the wild and explore the new Asian Forest exhibit at Cameron Park Zoo. The zoo is adjacent to the Brazos River and encompasses 52 acres of lush native vegetation. Party and meeting packages available.
Cotton Belt Trail Highway 84 / Harris Creek Road Head to the new Cotton Belt Trail for an amazing hike, bike or run! The 2.5 mile trail is located atop an old rail line along Highway 84 and crosses the South Bosque River. Trail access points are located off of Harris Creek Road and Hannah Hill Road. Cottonwood Creek Golf Course 5200 Bagby With an 18-hole championship course, a junior course, driving range and a fully stocked shop, Cottonwood Creek Golf Course is Waco’s home for golf. The course is open daily and offers a variety of memberships, leagues and tournaments.
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Indian Spring Park and Suspension Bridge 100 University Parks Dr. Indian Spring Park and the Suspension Bridge exemplify the spirit of Waco. The park features the historic bridge, which was built in 1870, and the new Chisholm Trail statues. The park also features an amphitheater that overlooks the Brazos River. Located in the heart of downtown, the park is ideal for a picnic or a stroll along the river. Available for rental. Heritage Square 3rd Street and Austin Avenue Heritage Square links downtown and the Brazos River with walkways, fountains and landscaping. The square serves as a community gathering place that hosts a variety of special events and beautifies the downtown area. Available for rental. Martin Luther King Jr. Park 100 Martin Luther King Blvd. On the east banks of the Brazos, Martin Luther King Jr. Park features picnic areas, a riverwalk and an overlook tower of downtown Waco. The park also features a lighted mural of Martin Luther King Jr. painted by local artist Ira Watkins.
Waco Riverwalk and Cameron Park Trails Along the Brazos River Stretching along both sides of the river, from Baylor University to Cameron Park, the Waco Riverwalk and trails are ideal for a scenic stroll, a refreshing jog or a cruise on a bike. The riverwalk includes concrete paths along both sides of the river. More than 20 miles of soft-surface hike and bike trails wind through the Cameron Park trail system, which is designated as a National Recreation Trail. Waco Mammoth Site 6220 Steinbeck Bend The Waco Mammoth Site sits in more than 100 acres of wooded parkland. The site features a climate-controlled dig shelter and a suspended walkway that provides visitors with an overhead view of several specimens, including a large bull mammoth and a camel that lived in Central Texas approximately 68,000 years ago. For hours of operation, visit www.wacomammoth.org or call 750-7946. Oscar Duconge Park 1504 JJ Flewellen Drive This newley renovated park includes a playground, pavilion and splash pad.
Dubl-R Fields at River Bend Park 1001 Lakeshore Drive Dubl-R Fields at River Bend Park is a state-of-the-art baseball/softball complex with eight lighted fields and top-notch facilities. The park offers league play and attracts statewide and regional teams for weekend tournaments. Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center 900 Lakeshore Drive Waco Regional Tennis and Fitness Center is a premiere tennis venue featuring 18 lighted courts, including a 1,500-seat championship court, and a pro shop. The fitness center is complete with equipment, programs and a sports bar.
2 8 AT T R ACT ION S Bledsoe-Miller Park and Community Center 300 Martin Luther King Blvd. Bledsoe-Miller Park is a riverfront area next to the Suspension Bridge. The park features a pavilion, a new playground, soccer field and fishing dock. Bledsoe-Miller Community Center, which has a wellness room, gym, game room and meeting room, is also in the park. Available for rental.
South Waco Community Center 2815 Speight The newly renovated South Waco Community Center is now open to the public. With more than 30,000 sq. ft. of room, South Waco Community Center provides an abundance of opportunities and activities for youth and the surrounding community. The center features new meeting rooms, workout equipment and more.
Dewey Community Center 925 N. 9th Street (*Currently under renovation) Located in Dewey Park, Dewey Community Center offers educational and entertainment opportunities for the surrounding community. Available for rental.
For a complete list of parks and rental facilities, visit www.waco-texas.com or call (254) 750-5980
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Parks & Recreation Advisory Board
Mayor: Malcolm Duncan City Council District 1: Wilbert Austin, Sr. City Council District 2 : Alice Rodriguez City Council District 3: John Kinnaird City Council District 4: Dillion Meek City Council District 5: Kyle Deaver City Manager: Dale Fisseler
Ruben Andrade, Jr. Diane Deaver Mary Ann Jordan Jami Jones
Mike Dunham Woodrow Logan Kathy Wise Dollyn Tusa
Cottonwood Creek Advisory Board Roy McChristian Doug Mowder Jerry Dyer Jay Goble Clint Patterson
Andrew Telep James Gleason Jesse Botello Josh Lens Kenneth Green
Parks & Recreation Department Main Office: 201 W. Waco Drive Phone: (254) 750-5980 Administration John Williams Municipal Services Director 254.750.5980 Peggy McCart Program Administrator 254.750.8096 Melissa Renobato Customer Service 254.750.5986 Callie Mendoza Customer Service 254.750.5996 Renee Hill Customer Service - Athletics 254.750.5875 Burck Tollett Parks Superintendent 254.750.8052 Tom Balk Park Planner 254.750.8471 Graeme Seibel Operations Supervisor 254.750.8097 Steve Miller Operations Supervisor 254.750.8090 Joe Contreras Operations Supervisor 254.750.8054 Larry Simms Park Ranger Supervisor 254.750.8086 Kim Jennings Park Ranger 254.750.8057 Jeff Goodman Recreation Superintendent 254.750.8056 Earl Stinnett Recreation Coordinator 254.750.8018 Cynthia Simms Athletics Coordinator 254.750.8071 Jonathan Cook Marketing and Special Events 254.750.5781 Megan Davis Community Relations Specialist 254.750.5627 Juliett Jones Bledsoe-Miller Coordinator 254.750.8684 Donnell McLennan Dewey Coordinator 254.750.8684 Rebeccah Vicinais South Waco Coordinator 254.750.8650 Rainout Number 254.750.5845 Waco Mammoth Site Raegan King
Mammoth Site Coordinator
254.750.7946
Cottonwood Creek Golf Course 254.745.6009 Kenny Duron Golf Professional 254.745.6012 J.D. Franz Course Superintendent 254.745.6011 Josh Dameron Program Coordinator 254.745.6013