2024 Activity Guide

WATFORD CITY RECREATION | 2024

ACTIVITY GUIDE

PROGRAMS. LEAGUES. EVENTS. watfordcityparks.com | 701.842.3665 2209 Wolves Den Parkway | Watford City

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ABOUT THE GUIDE This yearly publication showcases a range of programs, events and facilities offered to our community. It is a testament of our ongoing commitment to provide a variety of recreational opportunities for all ages. Watford City Parks & Recreation wants area residents to become aware and involved in making positive contributions to the well-being of themselves and others in the community. We take great pride in meeting our mission of creating recreational opportunities that promote community cohesion and love of recreation.

INSIDE THE GUIDE 3 HOW TO REGISTER 6 SPECIAL EVENTS 14 Y O U T H P R O G R A M S 24 A D U L T P R O G R A M S 28 P A R K S 34 A Q U A T I C S 40 R O U G H R I D E R C E N T E R 48 S P A N I S H P A G E S *Please Note: Although Watford City Parks & Recreation makes every effort to provide accurate information in this guide, all material included is subject to change. This includes any programs, classes, dates, hours and fees listed. Accurate information can be found on our website, watfordcityparks.com, or by calling us at (701) 842-3665.

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EXPERIENCE SPOTLIGHT: A FAMILY AFFAIR Heather & Beau Wisness are used to being on the go.

When the young couple decided to relocate back to Beau’s family farm in McKenzie County in 2007 to begin their family, they probably didn’t realize just how busy they’d be.

With their now four children Hazel, Charlie, Clara and Amelia, they find their days spread out between elementary, middle and high school pick up and drop off, along with all the responsibilities that come with parenthood and work.

But one thing they always make time for, and find very rewarding, is their children’s activities through Watford City Parks & Recreation.

“Our kids have worked their way up through a lot of the Parks & Rec programs. There are many opportunities available to kids. From gymnastics, to football, to baseball to softball and volleyball, our kids have participatedin many of the things that are available.” said Heather Wisness.

Besides getting to stay active, their children find the social attributes and connection with their peers the most rewarding.

“Growing up, we did the same sports as all of our friends” said oldest daughter Amelia, now a sophmore at Watford City High School. “I think that’s really important to have good people around you and do activites you enjoy.”

When it comes to getting involved and having an active family life, The Wisness family’s advice to those new to the area, or unsure where to start, is simple.

“I think there’s an opportunity for everyone, no matter what your kids or family is interested in. Once you get involved in your kids activities, you get to know their friends and parents. Pick something, try something, dive in, volunteer, help, and see how it goes!”

Clara, their second oldest, said “I have played basketball with the same group of girls since we were in Little Wolves in elementary school.

Now we are in Junior High, it gives us confidience to all still be playing together.”

Hazel, the youngest of the Wisness family, finds art classes and spending time with her friends in Gymnastics the most fun. She also likes smoothies from The Perks & Rec Coffee shop, even if Mom won’t let her have one everyday.

For Charlie, the couples only boy, having a really good coach is a highlight of his time in Parks & Rec tackle football. It probably doesn’t hurt that Dad Beau is the playcaller on the sidelines.

“I didn’t realize how enjoyable it wold be to get involved and watch the kids grow and learn” said Beau of his time coaching Charlie and his friends.

The Rough Rider Center plays a pivotal role in hosting the ever-growing Parks & Rec offerings, and having a central location for activities is beneficial for the Wisness family.

“We’re in this facility three or four nights a week” said Heather. “It makes family life and shuffling four kids around to many different events at the same time work”.

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Photo Credit: JJ’s Photos & Wisness Family

HOW TO REGISTER SCHOLARSHIPS AVAILABLE!

3 WAYS TO REGISTER FOR

WATFORD CITY RECREATION PROGRAMS

ONLINE

watfordcityparks.com

IN-PERSON

Rough Rider Center 2209 Wolves Den Parkway

BY PHONE 701-842-3665

SCHOLARSHIP INFORMATION: The Watford City Park District strives to provide access to programs and facilities that promote a healthy lifestyle to all citizens regardless of income level. In order to achieve this goal, the Watford City Park District offers program scholarships to those in need of financial assistance.

If you are interested in a scholarship, please stop by the Rough Rider Center to fill out an application.

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MEET THE STAFF WATFORD CITY PARKS AND RECREATION 2209 Wolves Den Parkway PO Box 1739 watfordcityparks.com info@roughridercenter.com (701) 842-3665

ROBIN ARNDT

SARA FITZPATRICK

JOSHUA NOLLMEYER

Parks Superintendent

RRC Director

Event & Recreation Director

GREG RICHINS

TIFFANY PRESZLER

BROOKE STEEVES

Project Manager

Aquatics Manager

Aquatics Coordinator

DAWN HAGAN

BROOKE BRAUNBERGER

THERESA MONTGOMERY

Office Manager

Office/HR Coordinator

Office Scheduler/Marketing Specialist

robwcparks@gmail.com

saraf@roughridercenter.com

joshuan@roughridercenter.com

OUR MISSION To create recreational opportunities that promote community cohesion and love of recreation while meeting the needs of our community.

NEW IDEAS If you have ideas for new programs, events or activities, get in touch with us!

Your idea could be our next program.

Youth Cross Country and Jingle Bell Jog were formed thanks to community

grichins@nd.gov

tiffanyp@roughridercenter.com

brookes@roughridercenter.com

members' ideas!

WATFORD CITY PARK BOARD Justin Johnsrud, President Mark Sparby, Vice President Katie Walters, Secretary Marco Pelton, Park Board Member Robert McDonnell, Park Board Member Watford City Parks & Recreation

@wcparksandrecreation

dawnh@roughridercenter.com

brookeb@roughridercenter.com

theresas@roughridercenter.com

SHELLY HOPKINS

BRIEANNA BOISA

SUSAN BROWDER

JESSICA CLAIBORN

DRE SARGENT

Food Service Manager

Food Service Coordinator

Concessions Coordinator

KidStop Manager

KidStop Coordinator

shellyh@roughridercenter.com

brieannaf@roughridercenter.com

susanb@roughridercenter.com

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kidstop@roughridercenter.com

dres@roughridercenter.com

KRYSTAL PICKLESIMER

NICOLE SEIGFREID

MATTHEW GONZALEZ

PHILLIP EDGE

Recreation Manager

Recreation Specialist

Recreation Specialist

Recreation Specialist

MOLLY BRODHEAD

VASTIE CASTELLANOS

TANEEKA JOHNSON

JOSH BEAN

Event Manager

Event Specialist

Event Specialist

Event Operations

BRITTANY DENETCLAW

MICHELLE QUEZADA

CLIFF WENSTAD

ARLENE GONZALEZ

JAZMIN ENRIQUEZ

Administrative Assistant

Administrative Assistant

Maintenance Manager

Custodian Lead

SANTANA

krystalw@roughridercenter.com

mollyb@roughridercenter.com

nicoles@roughridercenter.com

vastiec@roughridercenter.com

mattg@roughridercenter.com

taneekaj@roughridercenter.com

phillipe@roughridercenter.com

josh.bean@nd.gov

Custodian

OLIVER HERMANSON

GREG OLSON

WYNN WOLD

AUSTIN STACY

ZOE HAYHURST

Park Maintenance Manager

Park Maintenance

Park Maintenance

Park Maintenance

Park Maintenance

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M a rM k aYr o k uYro C u ra lCeanl d ea n rdsa r s

ROUGH ROUGHRIDER RIDER EVENTS EVENTS Rough Rider Winter Classic

Explore ND

HEALTHY LIVING CHALLENGE

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JANUARY FEBRUARY

HEARTLAND STATES CHAMPIONSHIP QUALIFYING EVENT

Location: Anywhere

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Fee: $20/person Ages: All Ages

JANUARY

Location: Rough Rider Center Fee: $200/team Grades: 3-6 Boys and Girls

Conquer North Dakota in this virtual fitness challenge! Track your mileage

Join us for the Rough Rider Winter

each week and move up the ladder by

Classic this January! Enter your team

completing each benchmark.

for a fun weekend full of basketball!

JANUARY

Location: Rough Rider Center

26-28 Fee: $10 for 18 holes, $15 for 36

Location: Rough Rider Center

JANUARY

Fee: $5/person Ages: 6 and up

WARS

Center! The facility will be transformed into a course featuring uniquely sculpted holes by area businesses.

winter. Get out of the house during this cold time of

The course will be placed throughout the whole

year and test your marksmanship. We provide the

facility, making it an experience to remember! Join us

ammo, barriers and limited Nerf guns, so bring your

Saturday night for a 21+ only night.

favorite Nerf gun and join us for an afternoon of fun!

Nerf Wars

Cornhole Tournament FEBRUARY

Ages: All Ages

Play a round of mini golf, or two, at the Rough Rider

That’s right! We are bringing back Nerf Wars this

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WINTER CLASSIC

Indoor Mini Golf

Nerf Wars

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ROUGH RIDER

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Location: Rough Rider Center

FEBRUARY

Fee: TBD Ages: 21+ BYOB

Location: Rough Rider Center Fee: $5/person Ages: 6 and up

WARS

Get out of the house during this cold time of year and test your marksmanship. We provide the

Join us for a fun Cornhole Tournament to see who

ammo, barriers and limited Nerf guns, so bring

will come out on top!

your favorite Nerf gun and join us for an afternoon of fun!

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Spring Carnival

Parents Night Out

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FEBRUARY

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Location: Rough Rider Center Fee: $20-25/child

APRIL

Ages: 3+ (must be potty trained)

Location: Rough Rider Center Fee: $5 Admission Ages: All Ages

Spring Carnival will be a day full of fun for the whole

A time for parents to drop their kids off and have a

family! Join us for a day of carnival games ran by area

night out to themselves! Kids will get to do crafts,

businesses and a cash raffle. Want to promote your

play games and watch a movie.

business by providing a fun carnival game? Give us a call at the Rough Rider Center today!

Leprechaun Loop

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MARCH

Draft Volleyball Tournament

Location: TBD Fee: TBD

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Ages: All Ages

APRIL

This spring time race is sure to be a blast! You may even get lucky and go home with a prize or

Location: Rough Rider Center Fee: $5/person Ages: 18+

This fun tournament format has you randomly

two. Enjoy this great race and make sure you wear

assigned to a team as you compete and fight your

green!

way through the bracket. Meet new people, show off your skills and have a great time!

Badlands Shootout

Parents Night Out

5-ON-5 YOUTH BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT

16-17 MARCH

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Location: Rough Rider Center Fee: $200/team

APRIL APRIL

Grades: 5th-8th Grade Boys and Girls

Badlands Shootout is back for the third year in a

Location: Rough Rider Center Fee: $20-25/child Ages: 3+ (must be potty trained)

A time for parents to drop their kids off and have

row! Enter your team and join us for a fun weekend

a night out to themselves! Kids will get to do

full of basketball as teams from all over match up

crafts, play games and watch a movie.

in the Badlands Shootout!

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ROUGH ROUGHRIDER RIDER EVENTS EVENTS Children's Fishing Derby

Nerf Wars

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Location: Rough Rider Center Fee: $5/person Ages: 6+

JUNE

WARS

Location: Kent Pelton Nature Park Fee: FREE Ages: 13 and under

Get out of the house and test your marksmanship.

The annual Watford City Fishing Derby is provided

We provide the ammo, barriers and limited Nerf

to inspire young anglers to get outside and develop

guns, so bring your favorite Nerf gun and join us for

a passion for one of summer's most time-honored

an afternoon of fun!

activities. This event would not be possible without our partnerships with the US Forest Service, National Wild Turkey Federation, Watford City Park

Cinco De Mayo Celebration

District and our generous community sponsors.

Location: Rough Rider Center

TBD Fee: TBD MAY

Food Truck Rodeo

Ages: All Ages

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Join us for a fun Cinco de Mayo celebration! More

APRIL JUNE

than being an excuse to treat oneself to nachos, tacos, and margaritas, Cinco de Mayo has a history

Location: Rough Rider Center Fee: TBD Time: All Day

The food truck rodeo is sure to be a hit! Come check

that runs deep and continues to serve as a vehicle

out top tier food trucks, grab a drink at the cash bar,

conveying Mexican culture, pride and values.

and even watch some baseball. You won’t want to miss it.

Doug Johnsrud Baseball Tournament

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APRIL JUNE

Best of Watford City CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

Location: Rough Rider Center

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Fee: FREE

Location: Main Street Fee: TBD

JULY

Get ready for the Doug Johnsrud Baseball

Ages: All Ages Think your team is the best cornhole team in Watford

Tournament! Have a ball while watching thrilling

City? Join us on Main Street during Homefest and

games of America's favorite pastime.

find out!

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Bones & Bags

JULY

Ages: All Ages

AUGUST

Lace up your running shoes and come join us for the

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Fee: $30

Location: Watford City Main Street Fee: $50/team

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CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT

Location: Rough Rider Center

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Homefest Run/Walk

Ages: 21+

BBQ, Bags and Brews. Drawing competitors from

Homefest Run 5K!

both near and far, this afternoon tournament is sure to bring out some of the best cornhole talent around! Before Ribfest really gets going, grab a

Homefest Co-Ed 4's

partner and compete in our Bones and Bags

MUD VOLLEYBALL TOURNAMENT

13 JULY

Doubles Cornhole Tournament.

Location: Tourist Park Fee: $20/team

War in Watford

Ages: 16+

Join us for a day full of mud volleyball! This co-ed 4's

6-7

tournament will take place during the day of

SEPT

Homefest! Thank you to Watford City Fire Department for mudding the court!

Location: Rough Rider Center Fee: TBD Ages: All Ages

Watch the Bismarck Bobcats and Minot Minatauros battle it out on the ice at the Rough Rider Center!

This two-night event is full of great hockey,

Watford Market JULY thru SEPT

entertainment and fun!

Location: Kent Pelton Nature Park Day: Thursdays Time: 5:30-7:30PM

Come on out to Kent Pelton Nature Park every Thursday evening July - September for Watford City’s farmers market. Enjoy the live music from local talent, fresh produce, baked goods, art pieces, yard games and more! When the weather is dreary, we take the festivities inside the Rough Rider Center!

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ROUGH RIDER ROUGH ROUGHRIDER RIDER SUMMER EVENTS EVENTS EVENTS EVENTS Fall Fest

Rugged West Slugfest DRAFT SOFTBALL TOURNAMENT

TBD SEPT

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Location: McKenzie County Athletic Complex Fee: TBD

Fee: $5 Admission OCTOBER Ages: All Ages

Ages: 18+

Join us for Watford City's 3rd Annual Co-Ed Draft Softball Tournament! Sign up to be randomly drafted onto a team to

Location: Rough Rider Center

Be ready for fall fun! We will have all sorts of

Slugfest

activities for you and your family to enjoy including

RUGGED WEST

a vendor show, games, pumpkin patch, crafts, concessions and much more!

Watford City, ND

compete for greatness!

Haunted House

Fall Frolic 5k

Location: TBD

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TBD Ages: All Ages with parental

Location: Rough Rider Center

OCTOBER

Fee: $35

OCTOBER Ages: All Ages

discretion advised

Join us for a spooky time! This location will be

Join us to celebrate the changing season at the

transformed into a creepy, terrifying place sure to

Fall Frolic 5k run/walk! Costumes encouraged!

make you scream. We dare you to enter...

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ROUGH RIDER ROUGH ROUGHRIDER RIDER SUMMER EVENTS EVENTS EVENTS EVENTS Draft Volleyball Tournament

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DECEMBER

Jingle Bell Jog

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Location: Rough Rider Center Fee: $5/person

DECEMBER

Ages: 18+

Location: Rough Rider Center Fee: $30 Ages: All Ages

This fun tournament format has you randomly

Are you ready to get your Jingle Bell Jog on? Join

assigned to a team as you compete and fight your

us at the RRC for the "most wonderful" holiday fun

way through the bracket. Meet new people, show off

run of the year! Afterwards, enjoy Christmas

your skills and have a great time!

festivities, goodies and live music.

Christmas Fest

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DECEMBER

Location: Rough Rider Center Fee: $5 Admission Ages: All Ages

Get in the holiday spirit! Visit Santa and write a letter to the North Pole. We will have family fun activities for all ages. Get creative with Christmas crafts and shop around at the vendor show. You won't want to miss it!

Border Battle Location: Rough Rider Center

TBD Fee: TBD DECEMBER APRIL

Featuring boys and girls varsity teams from surrounding areas. The Border Battle will boast unique and never before seen matchups, as the region's best up and coming basketball standouts show their skills under the bright lights of The Rough Rider Center.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS

SPECIFIC DATES, TIMES & FEES CAN BE FOUND WHEN REGISTRATION OPENS AT WATFORDCITYPARKS.COM

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS Our preschool programs help develop your child's skills and expand their creativity.

Grade/Age Ages 5 and under Ages 5 and under Ages 3-5 Ages 3-5

Program Tot Time Tot Time in the Parks Lil Allstars Sports Sampler Lil Allstars Sports Sampler

Dates Jan-April, Oct-Dec June-August October February

Fee $3/child FREE $20-$30 $20-$30

STEAM PROGRAMS Help kids find a passion off the court and experience the many benefits associated with the arts, sciences and outdoors.

Grade/Age Grades 3-6 Grades 5-8 Ages 10-14 Ages 13-16 Grades 2-4, 5-8 Grades 3-5 Grades 6-8 Grades 4-6 Grades 3-6 Grades 3-6 Grades 3-8 Grades 4-8 Grades 2-4 Ages 6-8, 9-12 Grades 5-8 Grades 5-8 Grades 5-8

Program Winter Science Rocks Physics Law Class RC Truck Build Lego Camp Coding Camp Robotics Holiday Baking Hydraulic Hand Summer Science Rocks Summer Excursions Medora Day Architecture Camp Electronic Snap Circuits Lego Camp Engineering Class Forensics Robotics

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Dates January, February, March January February February or March March April Feb, April, Oct, Dec May June, July, August June-July June July September October October November December

Fee $20-$50 $20 $100 TBD $20 $15-$30 $20-$30 $20 $30-$40 $10-$25 $50 TBD TBD $15-$25 TBD TBD TBD

YOUTH BASEBALL/SOFTBALL Whether it is their first year or fifth year of baseball/softball, we have a program for your young slugger! Legion baseball and 18U Fast-Pitch Softball is sponsored by Carl E. Rogen American Legion Post 29.

Grade/Age Ages 3-4 Ages 5-6 Ages 7-8 Ages 9-10 Ages 11-12 Ages 13-18 Ages 9-10 Ages 11-12 Ages 13-14 Ages 15-19

Program Blast Ball T-ball Rookie 10U Girls Fast-Pitch Softball 12U Girls Fast-Pitch Softball 18U Girls Fast-Pitch Softball Cal-Ripken Minors Cal-Ripken Majors Babe Ruth Legion

Dates June June-July June-July June-July June-July June-July May-July May-July June-July May-August

Fee $20-$30 $40-$50 $40-$50 $40-$50 $40-$50 sponsored $40-$50 $40-$50 TBD sponsored

YOUTH TENNIS Serve it up and discover how fun and exciting tennis can be!

Grade/Age Grades 3-8 Grades 3-8

Program Youth Tennis Program Tennis Camp

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Dates June-July July-August

Fee $30-$40 $10-$20

YOUTH SOCCER GOAL! Sign your child up for soccer and see their face light up as they score their first goal! Our soccer program focuses on the fundamentals of soccer while learning the principles of teamwork.

Grade/Age Age 4 Grades K & 1 Grades 2 & 3 Grades 4 & 5 Grades 6-8

Program Little Kicks Big Kicks Shooting Stars Sharp Shooters Strikers

Dates April-May April-May April-May April-May April-May

Fee $30-$40 $30-$40 $40-$50 $40-$50 $40-$50

YOUTH GOLF You’ll be sure to improve your skills and have some fun as we swing away this summer! Enjoy this lifelong activity as we learn the fundamentals and make some memories.

Grade/Age Ages 4-6 Ages 7-10 Ages 11-18

Program Little Linksters Golf 101 Golf 202

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Dates June June-July June-July

Fee $30-$40 $60-$70 $60-$70

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL Pass, set and spike your way up the ranks in our exciting volleyball programs! Players will learn the fundamentals of volleyball and expand their skills.

Grade/Age Age 4-2nd Grade Grades 3 & 4 Grades 5 & 6

Program Lil Spikers 3rd & 4th Grade Volleyball 5th & 6th Grade Volleyball

Dates February-March February-March February-March

Fee $30-$40 $40-$50 $40-$50

YOUTH FOOTBALL

Gear up for tackle football and flag football programs designed to teach your player the basics of football in a safe and fun environment.

Grade/Age Age 4 & K Grades 1 & 2 Grades 3 & 4 Grades 5 & 6

Program Intro to Football Flag Football Flag Football Tackle Football

Dates September August-September August-September August-October

Fee $20-$30 $40-$50 $40-$50 $60-$70

SPECIFIC DATES, TIMES & FEES CAN BE FOUND WHEN REGISTRATION OPENS AT WATFORDCITYPARKS.COM

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YOUTH TRACK & FIELD Learn the basics of track and field in this fun spring program! Kids will have the opportunity for sprints, long distance running, jumping events and more.

Grade/Age Grades K-2 Grades 3-5

Program Track & Field Track & Field

Dates April-May April-May

Fee $20-$30 $30-$40

YOUTH CROSS COUNTRY Cross Country is perfect for your child if they love to run or need to burn off some energy after school! Participants will learn proper running technique and participate in our Cross Country Meet at the end of the season.

Grade/Age Grades 2-5

Program Cross Country

Dates August-September

Fee $20-$30

SPECIFIC DATES, TIMES & FEES CAN BE FOUND WHEN REGISTRATION OPENS AT WATFORDCITYPARKS.COM

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YOUTH BASKETBALL Hoop it up and join us for our basketball programs for every age! Each program will focus on the fundamentals of basketball including ball handling, defensive skills, shooting, boxing out, rebounding and more. Little Wolves and Next Level Basketball have the opportunity to showcase their skills at halftime of varsity games!

Grade/Age Grades 3-12 Age 4 & K Grades 1 & 2 Grades 3 & 4 Grades 5 & 6 Grades 5 & 6 Grades 3-6 Grades 5-8

Program ND42 Basketball Camp Little Wolves Little Wolves Next Level Basketball 5th & 6th Grade Girls Basketball 5th & 6th Grade Boys Basketball Rough Rider Winter Classic Badlands Shootout

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Dates May 30-31 October-December October-December October-December September-October October-December January 6-7 March 16-17

Fee $85 $40-$50 $40-$50 $40-$50 $40-$50 $40-$50 $200/team $200/team

We strive to serve the families of McKenzie County by providing a safe, fun, and enriching environment based on the students' needs for them to thrive during the out-of-school hours.

KIDSTOP AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM Monday - Friday Badlands Elementary & 3:00pm - 5:30pm Fox Hills Elementary $165 / month Kindergarten - Fifth Grade

Scan to sign up or visit us at kidstop.childpilot.com/parents/inquiry

KIDSTOP SUMMER PROGRAM Monday - Friday 7:30am - 5:30pm Tuition TBD

Students Entering Kindergarten - Fifth Grade 2024-2025

Location to be determined More information available in Spring 2024

Activities for both of the programs include homework, STEAM, Crafts, Recreation, Social-Emotional & Life Skills

WE ARE HIRING!

Part-Time After School and Summer Program positions available. Applications available at the Rough Rider Center or www.roughridercenter.com/careers

DONATION OPPORTUNITIES Scholarships, supplies, field trips & more.

Please contact us for more information or if you are interested in making a donation.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Interested in volunteering or being a Guest Speaker? Help us bring the community into KidStop! Contact us for more information.

CONTACT US (701) 260-0299 watfordcityparks.com kidstop@roughridercenter.com McKenzie County KidStop

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ADULT PROGRAMS

SPECIFIC DATES, TIMES & FEES CAN BE FOUND WHEN REGISTRATION OPENS AT WATFORDCITYPARKS.COM

ADULT EVENTS/PROGRAMS Age All All All 21+ 18+ All 16+ 21+ 21+ 18+ All All All

Program Dates Fee Explore ND: Healthy Living Challenge January-February $20/person Pickup Soccer January-February TBD Leprechaun Loop - St. Patrick's Day Run March 16 TBD Switcholio Cornhole Tournament Feb, April, May, Sept, Oct, Nov, Dec $15/person Draft Volleyball Tournament April 14, December 1 $5/person Homefest 5k July 13 TBD Homefest Mud Volleyball Tournament July 13 $20/team Best of Watford City Cornhole Tournament July 13 TBD Bones & Bags Cornhole Tournament August 9 $50/team Rugged West Slugfest September TBD Fall Frolic 5k October 12 TBD Jingle Bell Jog December 6 TBD Open Pickleball TBD TBD

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ADULT LEAGUES Age 21+ 21+ 18+ 18+ 18+ 18+

Program Cornhole League Curling League Co-Ed Volleyball Winter League Co-Ed Volleyball Fall League Men's Softball League Women's Softball League

Dates January-March January-March January-March Sept-Nov May-August May-August

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Fee $84/team $400/team $140/team $140/team TBD TBD

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2024 Rough Rider Center Staff

PARKS

TO INQUIRE OR RESERVE A PARK, PLEASE CONTACT THE ROUGH RIDER CENTER AT (701) 842-3665

BOLKEN PARK

KOESER FIELD

601 2nd Ave SE

520 7th St SE

Playground, pee-wee baseball

Cal Ripken baseball

diamond, outdoor ice rink and 180ft bike pump track (seasonal), picnic shelter, basketball court, charcoal grill and public restroom.

field/women's fast pitch softball field. Restrooms available at Kent Pelton Nature Park.

ROTARY PARK 6th St NW

KATIE'S COURTS

Two-story playground, picnic

200 8th St NE

tables, sledding hill and

Two tennis courts with

walking path.

Pickleball lines.

LINEAR PARK

VETERANS PARK

Fox Hills Parkway N

Park Ave E

Two mile lighted walking

Honors past and present

trail, 20 fitness stations and

Veterans of McKenzie

a pollinator garden on north

County. Home of "The

end.

Eternal Flame."

JACOBSON PARK

TOURIST PARK

505 5th Ave NE

1011 4th Ave NE

Playground, basketball court,

Two playgrounds, horseshoe

soccer nets, picnic shelter, charcoal grill, large open space for family activities and public

pits, picnic shelters, charcoal grills, disc golf, RV Park, campground, amphitheater,

restroom.

restrooms, coin operated

CHILDRENS PARK/CENTENNIAL PARK 120 S Main Street

showers, ping pong table and Cherry Creek meandering through the park.

Playground, sand volleyball court,

RV Park: No Reservations.

picnic shelter, propane BBQ grill,

First come, first serve. Full

outdoor fireplace and public restroom.

hookup and primitive. Call Robin for more information (701) 570-3677.

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MESSAGE TO PARK USERS

DOC NELSON DOG PARK

The Watford City Park District and the City of

1425 5th St NE

Watford City are committed to promoting a

Eight-acre fenced in dog

healthy lifestyle by providing our residents with

park. A section for small

sustainable

dogs, large dogs and a

recreational

biking,

walking

and

running trail experiences that connect the cities

section with a pond.

assets.

The Watford City Park District asks citizens to

AMERICAN LEGION BASEBALL FIELD

abide by the following rules when using the

3rd St SE

trails:

Multi-use baseball field.

1. Walkers, joggers and bikers please keep

Restrooms available at

to the right when using trails.

Childrens Park.

2. All dog owners follow leash ordinance and pick up after your pets.

3. Be aware of approaching traffic.

SKATE PARK

4. Be aware of intersections and crossings.

3rd St SE

5. Please pick-up all litter.

Half pipe, box jumps, ramps and rails.

KENT PELTON NATURE PARK

MCKENZIE COUNTY ATHLETIC PARK

501 7th St SE

2429 24th Ave SW

Fishing pond, picnic shelters,

Five softball diamonds, large

fishing dock, charcoal grills,

pavilion, small pavilion, two soccer/football fields, playground for ages 2-12, obstacle course,

restroom/kitchen, arboretum, grass trail along Cherry Creek, 300 person pavilion, Watford City

wheelchair adaptable swing,

Park District Honor Pole. Watford

concessions, public restrooms and a one mile multi-use path. RC Track operated by Badlands RC

Market held here.

SUNSHINE PARK

Club is on site. For more

605 N Main St

information visit their Facebook

Playground, basketball court,

Page.

picnic shelter and charcoal grill.

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BIG CITY AMENITIES

Small Town Charm Whether you’re looking for a place to relax and enjoy the outdoors, or a fun and active way to stay in shape, Watford City Parks and Recreation has a place and space for everyone.

Boasting over 15 parks and 8+ miles of expansive walking trails, there’s plenty of ways to explore and enjoy the beauty of our community.

Not many park systems have the unique variety offered quite like Watford City.

From parks with playgrounds and picnic shelters, facilities with multiple sports fields, skate parks, even fishing ponds and outdoor ice rinks.

Our parks serve as a hub of activity, hosting events ranging from farmers markets to community gatherings and sports tournaments.

Check out the park listing and map in this guide for more information!

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SPOTLIGHT: FINDING CONNECTION THROUGH RECREATION Moving to a new place where you don’t know anybody can be a nerve-wracking experience for anyone, no matter their age.

So, when Nathan Colbach, affectionately known as “Bacon”, came to North Dakota in 2017, getting the opportunity to get involved and join adult recreation programs gave him a natural pathway to connection within the community.

“I was asked to play slow pitch softball with some guys I worked with, they found out I used to play back in Missouri. It started off as a way to hang out with work friends, and then cornhole, and then volleyball.

It’s a fun way to meet people and network, and a great way to stay active and keep from going crazy in the winter.”

Nathan’s family soon followed and made the decision to relocate permanently to Watford City.

Along with his wife Frannie, the couple has three young children that find themselves making the most of the offerings from Watford City Parks & Rec. “My kids asked about Hockey for quite awhile, but luckily last year some friends and people I work with convinced us to give it a try. You never really know how to get started, but people here are really inviting.”

When it comes to breaking the ice and joining a new league or activity, Colbach says it’s made a big impact in their personal life.

“Me getting involved opened doors for my wife to meet people, my kids to make friends. Some of my best friends, and friends we consider family, we would have never met them if it had not been for sports and recreation leagues.”

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AQUATICS WILD WEST WATER PARK (WWWP)

315 3rd St SE | 701.444.7665 Open Seasonally, June - Mid August Monday-Sunday: 1:00PM-7:00PM Pool Rentals: Sunday, Wednesday or Thursdays 7:30PM-9:00PM

ADMISSION Early Bird Season Pass Season Pass Dual Pool Season Pass Daily Fee Slide Wristband Pool Rental (1.5 hours)

FEE $50/person $55/person $100/person $5/person $2/person $150

ADMISSION 8:00AM-11:00AM 1:00PM-7:00PM 7:00PM-9:00PM

FEE FREE With Pool FREE

SPLASH PAD 315 3rd St SE | 701.444.7665

Everyday 8:00AM-11:00AM Monday-Sunday 1:00PM-7:00PM with admission to WWWP

RRC AQUATICS CENTER Rough Rider Center | 701.842.3665

ADMISSION Daily Fee RRC Premium Memberships

Hours can be found on the Rough Rider Center website, roughridercenter.com

GIANT SLIP N SLIDE Rough Rider Center TBD Location: Fee: $5/person DATE

Get ready for a slippery, fun time! Join us as we slip and slide our way down the big hill behind the Rough Rider Center! You will not want to miss it!

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FEE $7/person See page 42

BECOME A LIFEGUARD Looking to give back to your community & build your leadership skills? Watford City Park District has lifeguard OPPORTUNITIES for you!

LIFEGUARD CERTIFICATION COURSE Candidates must meet the following requirements: Be at least 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the course.

Complete the online learning portion of the course BEFORE class begins.

Swim 300 yards, continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using front crawl, breast stroke or a combination of both. Swimming on the back or side is NOT allowed. Goggles may be used.

Session

Date

Time

Fee

1

March 13th-15th

9:00AM-6:00PM

$220

2

May 10th-12th

9:00AM-6:00PM

$220

Register online or in person at the Rough Rider Center. Includes a hip pack, adult and infant CPR mask. All class times and dates are MANDATORY. If you would like more information, please contact Tiffany at tiffanyp@roughridercenter.com

SWIM CLASSES LEARN TO SWIM Session 1: January 16-February 8

Session 2: March 19-April 11

Level

Day

Time

Fee

Level

Day

Time

Fee

1-3

Tuesday & Thursdays

4:00-4:30PM

$50

1-3

Tuesday & Thursdays

4:00-4:30PM

$50

1-3

Tuesday & Thursdays

4:35-5:05PM

$50

1-3

Tuesday & Thursdays

4:35-5:05PM

$50

4-6

Tuesday & Thursdays

5:10-5:40PM

$50

4-6

Tuesday & Thursdays

5:10-5:40PM

$50

PARENT & ME Fun Class to introduce your little one to the water.

Session 1: January 16-February 8

Session 2: February 5-28

Ages

Day

Time

Fee

Ages

Day

Time

Fee

0-12 Months

Tuesday & Thursdays

11:00-11:20AM

$45

0-12 Months

Monday & Wednesdays

5:30-6:00PM

$45

1-4 Years

Tuesday & Thursdays

11:30-12:00PM

$45

1-4 Years

Monday & Wednesdays

6:00-6:20PM

$45

Ages

Day

Time

Fee

Ages

Day

Time

Fee

0-12 Months

Tuesday & Thursdays

11:00-11:20AM

$45

0-12 Months

Monday & Wednesdays

5:30-6:00PM

$45

1-4 Years

Tuesday & Thursdays

11:30-12:00PM

$45

1-4 Years

Monday & Wednesdays

6:00-6:20PM

$45

Session 3: March 5-28

Session 4: April 1-24

*Parents must be in the water with participants

WATER AEROBICS Dates Sept-May June-Aug June-Aug

Location RRC Pool RRC Pool WWWP

Days Monday, Tuesday, Thursdays Tuesday & Thursdays Tuesday & Thursdays

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Time 9:00-9:45AM TBD 12:00-12:45PM

Fee $5 $5 $5

LEARN TO SWIM

Registration opens 2 weeks in advance. To register, visit watfordcityparks.com

PARENT & ME

A fun class helping children and parents learn how to be safe and feel comfortable in the water.

LEVEL 1 - INTRODUCTION TO WATER SKILLS

Your child is introduced to basic skills and the development of water competency.

Skills include: assisted floats, glides, bobs, alternating arms and legs on front and back.

LEVEL 2 - FUNDAMENTAL AQUATIC SKILLS

This level marks on the beginning of independent aquatic locomotion skills. The following skills are taught: floating on front and back, swimming on front and back with alternating arms and legs, rolling from front to back and gliding.

LEVEL 3 - STROKE DEVELOPMENT

Learn to swim the front crawl and elementary backstroke, introduced to the scissor kick and dolphin kicks, learn the survival float and independently tread water. Also, learn the rules for headfirst entries.

LEVEL 4 - STROKE IMPROVEMENT

Your child will improve the swimming stroke proficiency and swimming for longer distances. The introduction of the breaststroke, butterfly, sidestroke and open turns on front and back. Two headfirst entries of the stride dive and compact dive complete this level.

LEVEL 5 - STROKE REFINEMENT

In Level 5, you will refine all six swimming strokes and swimming for longer distances.

New water safety skills will be introduced while building on ones previously learned and perform flip turns on front and back.

LEVEL 6 - FITNESS SWIMMER

You will refine swimming, physical fitness in the water and water safety skills that were taught throughout all levels.

*Swimming lesson dates may vary for the year. Please check our website for the most recent swimming lesson dates!

PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS Call the Rough Rider Center at 701-842-3665 for more information.

Inflatable Obstacle Course schedule is updated on our website www.watfordcityparks or on our Facebook page Rough Rider Center.

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Justin Johnsrud Mark Sparby Katie Walters Marco Pelton Robert McDonnell

Thanks for the time, effort and direction given by the Park District Board. Thanks for all you do!

Thank you to our volunteers, parents and participants for the continued support.

-Watford City Parks & Recreation Staff

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ROUGH RIDER CENTER 2209 Wolves Den Parkway PO Box 1739 roughridercenter.com info@roughridercenter.com (701) 842-3665

FACILITY HOURS Monday-Friday: 6:00am - 8:00pm Saturdays: 8:00am - 8:00pm Sundays: 12:00pm - 6:00pm *Subject to change during summer season.

Please check our website for updated hours.

ABOUT This 268,000 sq. ft. multipurpose facility provides numerous spaces for athletic programs,

sporting

conventions,

events,

expos,

meetings,

entertainment,

special events, educational opportunities and workforce development.

The Rough Rider Center is owned by the City of Watford City and managed and operated

by

the

Watford

City

Park

District. The Watford City Park District partners with local organizations and user groups to utilize the facility and deliver

a

comprehensive

array

of

programs and events.

Rough Rider Center

@roughridercenter

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FEATURES AQUATICS CENTER - Six lane competition lap pool, zerodepth entry area with water features, mid-depth entry with basketball hoop and volleyball net, 135' water slide, lazy river, inflatable track and pool party room.

FIELDHOUSE - Three full size volleyball or basketball courts, batting cages, removable artificial turf and pickleball courts.

SPORTS ARENA - Three full size volleyball or basketball courts, large removable wood court, eight suites, stadium seating and bleachers.

HOCKEY ARENA - Two NHL regulation size hockey rinks. Home of McKenzie County Hockey Club.

GYMNASTICS GYM - Home of Badlands Edge.

FRIDLEY FIELD - Artificial turf field for football or soccer and eight lane track.

BASEBALL FIELD - Artificial turf baseball field with lights.

INDOOR WALKING TRACK - 1/6 mile track.

MEETING FACILITIES - Convention hall and classroom.

PERCS & REC COFFEE SHOP - Coffee lounge and catering.

LITTLES WOLVES PLAYGROUND - Indoor playground designed for ages 2-5.

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roughridercenter.com | 701.842.3665

Basic Membership Includes track, fieldhouse, arena, rinks

1 Month 6 Month 12 Month $20 $120 $240

Adult (19-54) Senior (55+)

$10

$60

$120

Student (3-18)

$10

$60

$120

(One-Time Processing Fee: $5)

Premium Membership Includes all fitness classes and full access to the facility (rinks, indoor pool, fieldhouse, arena and track)

1 Month 6 Month 12 Month $45 $486 $256

Adult (19-54) Senior (55+)

$30

$171

$324

Student (3-18)

$30

$171

$324

(One-Time Processing Fee: $5)

Premium Single Household Membership Includes all fitness classes and full access to the facility (rinks, indoor pool, fieldhouse, arena and track)

Ask us about recurring billing

(1 Parent/Guardian + Dependents ages 3-18) 1 Month

$60

6 Month 12 Month

$360 $720

(One-Time Processing Fee: $10)

Premium Household Membership Includes all fitness classes and full access to the facility (rinks, indoor pool, fieldhouse, arena and track)

(2 Parents/Guardian + Dependents ages 3-18) 1 Month

$70

6 Month 12 Month

$420 $840

(One-Time Processing Fee: $10)

Daily Pass (premium access) $7/day

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PERCS & REC COFFEE est. 2016

coffee espresso blended drinks tea sweets sandwiches and more

HOT COFFEE. FREE WI-FI. COZY ATMOSPHERE. Proudly serving

Percs & Rec Coffee hours can be found on the Rough Rider Center website, roughridercenter.com

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AREA RENTALS ARENA

CONVENTION HALL

27,500 sq. ft. | Three sport courts

7,800 sq. ft. or 5 separate rooms

Total Capacity........... 3,549 people Bleacher Seats.......... 2,242 people Expo/Trade Show.........128 booths Base Rate: $25/hour/court or $600/day for all three courts

Total Capacity.......... 526 people Expo/Trade Show....... 36 booths Base Rate: $120/hour

SILVER ROOM

FIELDHOUSE

1,406 sq. ft.

Total Capacity.......... 1,460 people Expo/Trade Show....... 104 booths Base Rate: $25/hour/court or $600/day for all three courts

GOLD ROOM

INDOOR TRACK

SILVER & GOLD ROOM

Total Capacity.......... 60 people Base Rate: $40/hour

21,888 sq. ft. | Three sport courts

1,406 sq. ft.

Total Capacity.......... 60 people Base Rate: $40/hour

2,775 sq. ft.

1/6 mile, 3 lane track

Total Capacity.......... 110 people Base Rate: $80/hour

Base Rate: $60/hour

FOOTBALL FIELD/ BASEBALL FIELD

DIAMOND ROOM

858 sq. ft.

To rent, contact the Rough Rider Center (701) 842-3665

Total Capacity.......... 25 people Base Rate: $40/hour

HANSEN RINK

OPAL ROOM

Stadium Capacity............ 852 people Ice Sheet Capacity........... 333 people To rent, contact Hockey Club (wcoiler.scheduler@outlook.com)

Total Capacity.......... 40 people Base Rate: $40/hour

COMMUNITY RINK

Total Capacity.......... 25 people Base Rate: $40/hour

85' x 200' Rink

1,170 sq. ft.

EMERALD ROOM 858 sq. ft.

85' x 200' Rink

Bleacher Capacity.......... 196 people Ice Sheet Capacity.......... 333 people Expo/Trade Show........... 110 booths To rent, contact Hockey Club (wcoiler.scheduler@outlook.com)

DIAMOND/OPAL/EMERALD 2,886 sq. ft.

Total Capacity.......... 110 people Base Rate: $80/hour

GYMNASTICS AREA

CLASSROOM

To rent, contact Badlands Gymnastics Club (badlandsgymnasticsclub@gmail.com)

5 to 25 people Base Rate: $20/hour

*Room Rental Add-Ons available. Contact Event Staff at (701) 842-3665 to receive your quote!

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To book your party, contact the Rough Rider Center at 701-842-3665

Nerf Wars Party

$150 Flat Fee Includes: Nerf Guns Nerf Ammo Safety Glasses Barriers

Pool Party Pool Party Room Package $100 2 Hours 10 wristbands included $5/person for each additional wristband Party Room with pool usage (pool still open to public) Full Indoor Pool Rental Package $150 (1.5 hours) Full usage of pool Pool is exclusive to party Must book 2 weeks in advance

Bounce House Party Large Bounce House - $200

Joust - $200

Small Bounce House - $100

Slide - $200

Full Outdoor Pool Rental Package $150 7:30PM - 9:00PM (1.5 Hours) Available for rent Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday evenings Must book 2 weeks in advance To book, call Wild West Water Park at 701-444-7665

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Obstacle Course - $300

PLAN YOUR WEDDING WITH US ! remarkable hospitality | state of the art venue | elegant photography setting With more than 270,000 square feet, the Rough Rider Center can accommodate weddings and celebrations of all sizes. As western North Dakota's premier event center, the opportunities are endless when it comes to planning your perfect day.

Contact the Rough Rider Center at (701) 842-3665 for rates and availability.

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WCPR FOUNDATION

WATFORD CITY PARKS & RECREATION

FOUNDATION

The mission of the Watford City Parks & Recreation Foundation is to meet the needs of a changing and growing community by providing a variety of high quality parks and recreation activities, services and facilities for Watford City. Through focused and cost effective provision of services, the Parks and Recreation contributes positively to the economic well-being of the community and improves the quality of life for citizens of all ages.

RECREATION PROGRAMS

RECREATION SCHOLARSHIPS

Funds designated to recreation programs will be used to improve equipment and provide more programs for the community.

Funds designated to recreation scholarships will be used to award scholarships to youth who need financial assistance.

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS

EVENTS

Funds designated to college scholarships will be used to award scholarships to anyone in a park management, maintenance, or recreation related field.

Funds designated to events will be used to bring in new events to the Rough Rider Center and enhance the ones we have.

PARK DISTRICT CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS Funds designated to Park District capital improvements will be used to renovate or add new facilities to our city.

NON-DESIGNATED Non-designated donations will be split: 40% - Rough Rider Center 40% - Park District Capital Improvements 10% - Recreation Scholarships 10% - College Scholarships

HOW TO DONATE

ABOUT YOUR DONATION

Online at watfordcityparks.com or roughridercenter.com or scan the QR code!

The Watford City Parks & Recreation Foundation is a 501(c)3, so any contribution will be tax-deductible.

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