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ADEL PARKS AND RECREATION
2021
Spring/
Summer
Activity
Guide
REGISTER FOR
ACTIVITIES
GENERAL INFORMATION
CALENDAR OF EVENTS
March 27 Ball Field Clean-Up Day
DIRECTOR’S WELCOME (Rain Date March 28th)
Welcome to the Adel Parks and March 28 Adel Kiwanis Easter Bunny Photo Op
April 2 Swim Lesson Sign-Up Opens 8:30 A.M.
Recreation Spring/Summer Activity Last day of Open Gym at DAC
Guide for 2021! We are thankful for April 5 Ball Field Practice Time Reservations Open
another opportunity to serve you. April 9 Season Passes, Private Pool Rentals, and
The last year has been tough with Birthday Party Packages Opens 8:30am
many alterations to our facilities April 17 City Wide Garage Sales
April 19-23 Earth Week
and programming. Through it all, April 24 Spring Clean-Up & Hazardous Waste
we have learned now more than Drop Off
ever that parks are essential for our May 5 Pickleball Informational Session
community’s health and well-being. May 20-23 Lifeguard Class
We are grateful to have adapted to May 29 Adel Family Aquatic Center Opens
(tentative)
the ever-changing environment to June 3 Summer Kick-Off at Aquatic Center
provide you spaces and avenues to June 9 Storytime in the Park Bouncy House
express yourself. Enjoy and have fun! June 15 Twilight Tuesday
June 20 Father’s Day at Aquatic Center
Nick Schenck June 23 Storytime in the Park Entertainer
Director of Parks and Recreation Bark in the Park
June 25 Movie in the Park
DEADLINES June 26 Disc Golf Day
June 27 Garden Tour
March 21 Egg My Yard
June 30 Splash Bash
March 26 Yard Games League
July 4 Military Day at Aquatic Center
Kiddie Kickers
July 11 Family Dual Pass Begins
April 9 Lifeguard Classes
July 20 Twilight Tuesday
May 21 Little Sluggers Session #1
July 22 Cardboard Boat Regatta
Youth Tennis Session #1
July 23 Movie in the Park
Adult Sand Volleyball
July 28 Splash Bash
Adult Slow-Pitch Softball
August 5 Kickball Tournament
Adult Tennis
August 13-14 Sweet Corn Festival
May 31 ADM Youth Football 4-6th grade
August TBD Doggy Dip
June 18 Little Sluggers Session #2
August 19 Iowa Park and Rec. Day at Iowa State Fair
Junior Golf Clinic Session #1
August 21 Movie in the Park
June 25 Lifeguard In-Training
Sept. 18 Nerf Wars Tournament
Youth Tennis Session #2
July 16 Junior Golf Clinic Session #2
July 30 Kickball Tournament
Bean Bags League TABLE OF CONTENTS
August 4 ADM Youth Football K-3rd grade General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
September 3 Nerf Wars Tournament Job Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Parks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Aquatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Find our ACTIVITY GUIDE online at Youth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11-12
Adel.Activityreg.Com Adult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13
Family/Community . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-16
MISSION STATEMENT
To provide the community with high quality leisure facilities
and recreational and cultural opportunities.
PROFESSIONAL STAFF
Nick Schenck – Parks and Recreation Director
Sadie Mudder – Aquatics / Recreation Supervisor
Curtis Waddingham – Parks Maintenance Superintendent
Corey Hansen – Parks Laborer
ADEL PARKS AND RECREATION BOARD
Melissa Heikes – 2023 (Chair)
Kari Johns – 2021 Patricia Ehrenfried – 2023
Del Christensen – 2022 Rich Miller – 2022
Ryan Steinfeldt – 2021 Jeremy Brancheau – 2023
The Parks and Recreation Board oversees the Parks and Recreation Department. The board makes decisions on the development of the
leisure time opportunities and facilities in the community. The board typically meets the first Monday of every month in the Adel City
Council Chambers at 6:30pm. The Parks and Rec. Board also serves as the City Tree Board. All meetings are open to the public. If you
have anything you would like discussed by the board, please call the Parks and Rec. Director, Nick Schenck, in advance of the meeting.
ADEL PARKS AND REC. OFFICE ADEL PUBLIC SAFETY
301 S. 10th Street 102 S. 10th Street
Ph: 993-4525 ext.3 Ph: 993-6723
Fax: 993-4527 Hours: 8:30am–4:30pm
Hours: 8:30am–4:30pm, M–F
ADEL VOLUNTEER
nschenck@adeliowa.org
FIRE DEPARTMENT
smudder@adeliowa.org
102 S. 10th Street
ADEL PUBLIC LIBRARY Ph: 993-6723
303 S. 10th Street
Ph: 993-3512
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
Hours: 10:00am-5:00pm M and F
10:00am–7:00pm T–Th Jim Peters – Mayor
Rob Christensen
ADEL CITY HALL
Jodi Selby
301 S. 10th Street
Robert Ockerman
Ph: 993-4525
Fax: 993-4527 Shirley McAdon
Hours: 8:30am–4:30pm, M–F Dan Miller
REGISTRATION & RENTALS: Program registration and facility rentals can be
done at adel.activityreg.com. Some programs require pre-registration before
stated deadlines and have limited class sizes. We reserve the right to cancel or
combine activities due to insufficient numbers. Scholarships are available to help
cover program fees. Please contact the Parks and Recreation Office for additional
information or an application.
SUBJECT TO CHANGE: With the uncertainty of the Coronavirus pandemic all
programs and information in this guide are fluid and subject to change.
ADEL WEBSITE: The City of Adel website provides a large source of information
about our community, including the Parks and Recreation Department. Check it out
at adeliowa.org
FIND US ON FACEBOOK: Be sure to ‘Like’ Adel Parks and Recreation and
Adel Family Aquatic Center on Facebook to keep up on all happenings and
Parks and Recreation Activities.
PHOTOS: On occasion, our staff may photograph participants at Parks and
Recreation programs, events, and activities. These photos are for department
use and may be duplicated in city publications, flyers, brochures, etc.
CODE OF CONDUCT: Participants, parents, and volunteer coaches are
expected to exhibit appropriate behavior at all times and at all activities.
VANDALISM: Acts of vandalism occur each year to our park facilities and
equipment. If you see anyone vandalizing city parks, please call the Adel Police at
993-6723. Together we can keep our parks looking great!
SPONSORSHIP: Interested in sponsoring a program? Contact the Parks &
Recreation office. Various levels of sponsorship available for all programs. Little
League Baseball and Softball team sponsorship is $100 which scores your
“corporate name” on one team’s uniform and the option for a 3’x8’ sign on the
outfield fence line. Sponsor is responsible for supplying sign.
EVERY KID PLAYS!
The Adel Kiwanis Club has created a program to assist ADM families by
helping cover some or all of the participation fees or uniform costs for their
k-8 child who participates in ADM activities. Qualifying activities include
band, baseball, basketball, cheerleading, dance, football, gymnastics,
scouts, soccer, softball, swimming and volleyball among others. The Every
Kid Plays! Program will reimburse up to $200 per child for those families
that are having financial difficulties or otherwise experiencing tough times.
For more information, please go to adelkiwanis.org.
APPLY HERE
ADEL FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER:
See page 9 for more details.
BALLFIELD CONCESSIONS: Serve up a tasty treat at
the Adel ballfields from Mid-April to Mid-June. Ages 15+.
Starting pay is $9.00/hour.
YOUTH SOFTBALL UMPIRES: Games are played from DEADLINE:
Mid-April through Mid-June. Must have knowledge of the MARCH 26
game. Ages 15+. Pay is $35/game.
SITE SUPERVISOR: Oversee various adult and youth parks and recreation
activities. Duties include set-up/tear-down and serving as point of contact.
Ages 18+. Starting pay is $12.50/hour.
PARKS MAINTENANCE: Help maintain the city parks and facilities
throughout the spring/summer season. Duties include mowing, weed-eating,
basic maintenance of buildings and machinery and other duties as assigned.
Ages 18+. Starting pay is $12.50/hour.
VOLUNTEERS: Many of our programs would not be possible without
the help of our volunteers and volunteer coaches. High schoolers looking
for humanitarian cord hours should contact smudder@adeliowa.org for
opportunities.
The City of Adel is continually improving and expanding park
land and amenities. We are grateful for all the beautiful green
spaces, athletic fields, trails, and playgrounds around the
community. When visiting, please remember the following
policies to ensure all visitors have a pleasant experience:
DOGS IN THE PARKS & CEMETARIES: 1) Dogs are to
be leashed at all times. 2) Pet owners are asked to pick
up and properly dispose of their pet’s waste. Appreciation
and thanks are extended to responsible pet owners who,
along with their pets, respect other park users and the park
system. Our convenient Dogi-Pot Stations have bags for pet
waste and are located in all city parks. Thank-You!
TOBACCO-FREE PARKS: Tobacco use is prohibited in
designated areas of City of Adel parks, trails, and outdoor
recreational facilities and all public building grounds at all
times. Designated park areas include: restrooms; athletic
fields and in the spectator areas of athletic fields during a
sporting event; tennis courts; disc golf courses; playground
areas; recreational trail rest areas; and any pavilions, shelters
and benches located in a park or on a public ground. Tobacco-
free signs shall be posted in all areas to conform to the
requirements of Section 142D.6 Code of Iowa.
Rentable Shelter
Playground
Restrooms
Acres
Trails
Kinnick-Feller Park 446 Riverside Dr 20 √ √ √ √
Athletic Facilities: 4 softball fields, 2 batting cages,
football field, 2 tennis/pickleball courts, gaga pit
Highlights: Oldest city park, boat ramp, city cemetery,
.5-mile trail loop, water access point 41
Evans Park 825 S 12th St 14 √ √ √ √
Athletic Facilities: 3 sand volleyball courts, basketball court, disc golf course
Highlights: Mantis zipline, ADA swing, ample green space, .3-mile trail loop
Island Park 2400 Nantucket Road 56 √ √ √ -
Athletic Facilities: Soccer fields, basketball court
Highlights: Beach, portage/boat ramp, fishing, water access point 42
Adel Family Aquatic Center 1800 South 15th St 7 - - √ -
Highlights: Two large slides, toddler tiger slide, 1- and 3-meter
diving board, water walk, zero entry
Adel Dog Park 1800 South 15th St 2 - - - -
Highlights: 2 separate fenced areas, obstacles, Dogi-Pot waste
receptacles, all dogs must be up to date on immunizations and
have City of Adel pet license prior to using facility
Little League Ball Fields 7th & Grove St 7 √ - √ -
Athletic Facilities: 3 baseball diamonds, 2 batting cages
Southbridge Park Meadow & Roebling Rd 0.3 √ - - -
Highlights: Newest neighborhood park, inclusive ADA compliant components
Baileys Grove Park Baileys Grove & Shelby Dr 2.4 √ - - -
Highlights: Interactive Biba App for “smart play,” Little Free Library
Brickyard Park Brickyard Rd & South 18th St 3 - - - √
Highlights: Small picnic shelter along Raccoon River Valley Bike Trail
with nearby parking lot
Pedal Plaza Hwy 169 & Raccoon River Valley Trail 1 - - - √
Highlights: Along Raccoon River Valley Bike Trail, bike repair station, information kiosk
Community Stage & Pavilion 10th & Main St 0.4 - - - -
Highlights: Site of many community events, picnic tables
Archery Park 1505 Old Portland Rd 1 - - - -
Highlights: Multiple distances with bulldog targets, annual archery permits for
residents and non-residents are required and can be purchased online at adel.
activityreg.com or in person at City Hall
Clover Valley South 14th St 3 - - - -
Highlights: Undeveloped greenspace with future plans for trail and benches
PARK SHELTERS, GAZEBO, COMMUNITY STAGE & PAVILION
There are multiple rentable shelters that serve as a great place for meetings,
weddings, birthday parties, family reunions, picnics, or other outdoor events.
Additional information, availability, and reservations can be made online at adel.
activityreg.com or in person at Adel City Hall.
FEES: Resident fees are $30 plus $5/additional hour with a max daily fee of
$60. Nonresident fees are $40 plus $5/additional hour with a max daily fee of
$70. Reservations start at 4 hours. If electricity is needed at the Community
Stage & Pavilion, an additional $20 fee will be applied. There is no charge for
local nonprofit/civic organizations.
RULES & REGULATIONS: It is the individuals or organizations responsibility
to maintain order among the individuals attending the event. Participants are
required to obey all park rules and are responsible for damage to park property.
No kegs or glass bottles are allowed. It is the individuals or organizations
responsibility to assure the park is cleaned up following the event.
SOUND PERMITS: Please note that all outdoor event rentals with amplified
sound or music may require a sound permit for an additional $50. Please
contact Adel City Hall at 515-993-4525 to confirm. Sound permits must go
through an approval process.
ADEL BALL FIELD PRACTICE TIME
Adel ball fields are in very high demand during the youth baseball, softball, and
adult league seasons. To meet every users’ needs, field priority is as follows:
Adel Parks and Rec. programs, Adel Parks and Rec. teams, any other users.
FEES: $15 per 1.5-hour session per field. No charge for Adel Parks and Rec
teams.
RULES & REGULATIONS: Teams are limited to 1 session in any given day
and 2 sessions per 5-day period.
RESERVATION: Online at adel.activityreg.com. Will open for season on
April 5 for non-parks and rec teams.
BALL FIELD TOURNAMENT RENTALS
Adel City Ballfields can be rented for youth or adult softball and baseball
tournaments. Please contact the Parks and Recreation Department for pricing.
TREE PLANTING PROGRAM
The Adel Parks and Recreation Department welcomes tree lovers to
donate a tree for a community park. You could recognize a retirement,
anniversary, birth, or any other civic-minded purpose. Due to special
requests, we have set up guidelines for persons wishing to plant a tree
in any of the city parks in Adel. Please contact Nick Schenck, Parks and
Recreation Director for these special guidelines.
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ADEL FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER
HOURS OF OPERATION
6:30-8am Morning Adult Lap Swim (M/W/F only)
12:30-5pm Open Swim
5-6pm Family Swim and Adult Lap Swim
6-8pm Open Swim
DAILY ADMISSION FEES SEASON PASS FEES
Ages (0-2) $2 Family Resident $170
Ages (3-54) $6 Family Non-Resident $210
Ages (55+) $5 Single Resident $85
Family Day Pass $20 Single Non-Resident $105
Family Evening Pass (after 5pm) $12 *limited number available*
PRIVATE POOL RENTALS
Held on Saturday or Sunday evenings from 8-10pm. Available areas: shallow end,
medium depth, diving board/slide, or whole pool! Fees start at $100/hour and
increase in $25 increments as lifeguards are needed or $225/hour for whole pool.
*NEW* BIRTHDAY PARTY PACKAGES
Have your birthday party at the Aquatic Center during normal business hours!
Package is $100 plus admission and includes reserved area, quarter sheet cake,
pop, discounted admission rates, party hats & blowers, birthday announcement,
and swim during 1 pool break. Rules & regulations apply. See website for more
information.
SWIMMING LESSONS
Public Lessons – Preschool through Level 6; $45
Eight 30-minute group lessons; Monday-Thursday
Session 1: weeks of June 14 and 21; 10am-Noon
Session 2: weeks of July 5 and 12; 6-8pm
Private Lessons – Any age, level, or ability; $70
Add additional sibling; $40
Five 30-minute one-on-one lessons; Monday-Friday
Session 1: June 7-11; 6-8pm
Session 2: June 28-July 2; 10am-Noon
Session 3: July 19-23; 10am-Noon
Parent-Tot Lessons – Ages 6-36 months; $35
Five 30-minute group lessons; Monday-Friday
Session 1: June 21-25; 5:15-5:45pm
Session 2: July 26-30; 5:15-5:45pm
ALL REGISTRATION IS ONLINE AT ADEL.ACTIVITYREG.COM
Swim Lesson sign-ups begin Friday, April 2 at 8:30am
Season Passes, Private Pool Rentals, and Birthday Party Packages go on-sale
Friday, April 9 at 8:30am
APPLY HERE
LIFEGUARD CLASS
American Red Cross blended learning course with online and
in-person portions. Certification valid for 2 years. Must be 15
years of age.
FEE: $175 (Fee is reimbursed if working for Adel Aquatic
Center)
LOCATION: Adel Library & Adel Family Aquatic Center DEADLINE:
WHEN: May 20-21 6-9:30pm, May 22 8am-6pm,
MARCH 26
May 23 8am-1pm
DEADLINE: April 9 HIRING
Contact Sadie at smudder@adeliowa.org with questions Applications are
open for lifeguards/
LIFEGUARD REVIEW CLASS swim instructors
American Red Cross review class will provide recertification
and admission/
in Lifeguarding, First-Aid and CPR/AED training for the
concession staff.
professional rescuer valid for two years upon completion.
Starting pay
FEE: $100 (Fee is reimbursed if working for Adel Aquatic
is $9.50/hour
Center)
and $8.50/hour
LOCATION: Adel Library & Adel Family Aquatic Center
respectively.
WHEN: End of May, Date/Time TBD based on participants
schedules
DEADLINE: April 9
*NEW* LIFEGUARD IN-TRAINING
Welcoming all aspiring lifeguards or pool junkies! A great way
to dip your toes into the life of a guard. Participants will be
introduced to a variety of skills through fun games and activities.
No certification is obtained through this camp. Ages 11-14.
FEE: $60 (includes T-shirt)
LOCATION: Adel Family Aquatic Center
WHEN: July 13 & 14 10am-Noon; July 15 Noon-2pm
DEADLINE: June 25
AQUA ZUMBA
Come get your exercise in while having a blast! This aquatic
class is high-energy, but low impact. The water component
reduces pressure on joints making it great for all ages!
FEE: 10 Class Punch Pass - $50; Single Class Drop In - $7
WHEN: Tuesdays 6-6:30am; Thursdays 5:15-5:45pm
COVID-19 PROTOCOLS & PROCEDURES
The Adel Family Aquatic Center will determine modifications to
protocols and procedures due to COVID-19 when the season is near.
Please check our Facebook page (Adel Family Aquatic Center) or
website (adeliowa.org/park/aquatic-center/) prior to your visit.
AQUATIC SPECIAL EVENTS TWILIGHT TUESDAYS The fun doesn’t stop. Swim under the lights with us as we stay open extra late (10pm) to enjoy an evening under the stars. FEE: Pool admission (includes passes) WHEN: Third Tuesday of every month (June 15, July 20) *NEW* SPLASH BASH On these exclusive nights, you will be allowed to bring noodles, small pool floats and tubes, beach balls, water toys, etc. to swim with all evening long. FEE: Pool admission (includes passes) WHEN: Last Wednesday of each month (June 30, July 28); 6-8pm SUMMER KICK-OFF Celebrate the start of summer with us at the Adel Family Aquatic Center! Enjoy free hot dogs, chips and water along with activities for kids of all ages. FEE: Pool admission (includes passes) WHEN: Thursday, June 3; 6-8pm FATHERS DAY Also known as “Dads are AWESOME Day.” Dads receive free admission into aquatic center with paying child. WHEN: Sunday, June 20 MILITARY DAY Current and past military members and family receive free admission into aquatic center. Thank you for your service! WHEN: Sunday, July 4 12:30-5:00pm FAMILY DUAL PASS The Adel and Winterset Parks & Recreation Departments have partnered together to bring you the family dual pass. Two for the price of one! Purchase a family season pass at your local aquatic center by July 10 and starting July 11 gain access to other facility at no additional cost. Just show your key fob upon arrival! CARDBOARD BOAT REGATTA Join us for our 3rd Annual Cardboard Boat Regatta! Gather a team of friends or family and build your own cardboard boat to race across the pool. Look for event rules and details to be announced this summer. FEE: FREE WHEN: Thursday, July 22 starting at 6pm DOGGY DIP Bring your four-legged friend to the pool for a splash of fun! On the final day of the Aquatic Center season we will give dogs the chance to enjoy the pool too. FEE: $5/dog WHEN: Final day of the pool season (TBD)
YOUTH *NEW* KIDDIE KICKERS Introductory soccer program for boys and girls ages 3 and 4 years old that are not eligible to begin ADM soccer club yet, birth years of 2017-2018. There will be a skills portion and scrimmage portion each evening. Parent/adult participation is required. FEE: $35 (Includes shin guards) LOCATION: Kinnick-Feller Park Football Field WHEN: Mondays 6-6:45pm; April 12-May 17 DEADLINE: March 26 LITTLE SLUGGERS Introductory baseball and softball program for boys and girls ages 3 and 4. The purpose is to teach the basics of hitting the ball, run the bases, become familiar with being on the field, and most of all, to have FUN. Players should bring a glove and water bottle. All other equipment is provided. Parent/adult participation is required. FEE: $35 (Includes T-Shirt) LOCATION: Kinnick-Feller Park WHEN: Mons./Weds. 6-6:45pm; Session 1: June 7-23; Session 2: July 5-21 DEADLINES: Session 1: May 21; Session 2: June 18 *NEW* STORYTIME IN THE PARK A collaborative effort between the library and parks & rec. We bring to you a weekly morning of fun! Join us for storytime, crafts, and activities in the park. Bouncy house kickoff on June 9 and a special performance by entertainer Brent Allen on June 23. There is no fee and all ages are welcome! LOCATION: First week at Evans and rotates each week with Kinnick-Feller WHEN: Wednesdays 10:30-11:30am; June 9-August 4 *NEW* JUNIOR GOLF CLINICS River Valley Golf Course and Adel Parks & Recreation bring to you Junior Golf Clinics. The clinics are open to boys and girls ages 8-14 and offers quality instruction focused on the fundamentals of the game. Limited to 30 participants/ session. Contact us with questions or to request loaner clubs. FEE: $100 (Includes refreshments, range learning, course play, challenge prizes) LOCATION: River Valley Golf Course WHEN: Mon.-Thur. 9-11:30am; Session 1: June 28-July 1; Session 2: July 26-29 DEADLINES: Session 1: June 18; Session 2: July 16 TENNIS CLINICS This program is for ages 5-17 and designed to teach the fundamentals of tennis. Lessons will build on one another, giving participants a complete set of skills and helping them refine their abilities. All equipment is provided. Participants will be divided into class times based on age and ability. FEE: $50 (limited to 30 participants/session) LOCATION: Kinnick-Feller Park tennis courts WHEN: 1-hr timeslots between 9am-Noon; Session 1: June 7-11; Session 2: July 12-16 DEADLINES: Session 1: May 21; Session 2: June 25 11
YOUTH & ADULT
FALL YOUTH SOCCER
Fall soccer is offered by the ADM Soccer Club. Games are played on weekends
at the Island Park Soccer Complex. For more information visit admsoccer.net.
ADM YOUTH FOOTBALL
This unified progression program eases kids into the game of football by
implementing age-appropriate skills each year in hopes to teach kids a love for
the game while teaching safe play techniques. Register at admfootball.com.
K-2 – Local Flag Football (8 on 8)
3rd Grade – Traveling Flag Football with Soft Shell Helmets (8 on 8)
4th Grade – Full Padded Flag Football (8 on 8)
5th Grade – Rookie Tackle Football (8 on 8)
6th Grade – Tackle Football (11 on 11)
DEADLINES: 4-6th grade May 31; K-3rd is August 4
*NEW* NERF WARS TOURNAMENT
Teamwork, speed, and strategy will be needed to defeat your opponent in the Nerf
Wars Arena. Participants must bring their own nerf gun and eye safety. Teams of 4.
Ages 8-12. Look for event rules and details to be announced this summer.
FEE: $20/team
LOCATION: Kinnick-Feller Park tennis courts
WHEN: September 18 at 10:00am
DEADLINE: September 3
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*NEW* YARD GAMES LEAGUE
Games to include bean bags, bocce ball, ladder toss, and kan jam. Never
played? No problem! Everyone can give these games a shot. Great for all ages
and activity levels. Teams of 2. Seven weeks of league play followed by end-of-
season tournament.
FEE: $30 per team
LOCATION: Evans Park
WHEN: Thursday Evenings, April 8 – May 20 + tournament
DEADLINE: March 26
*NEW* PICKLEBALL
Free drop-in pickleball play May through August. Great activity for all ages including
senior citizens! Pickleball kickoff information session on May 5th at 6pm. Organized
doubles tournament in fall based on interest. Need equipment? Call us!
LOCATION: Kinnick-Feller Park Courts
WHEN: Mon. Mornings 9-11am and Wed. Evenings 6-8pm; Tournament TBD
Looking for a team? Individuals and partial teams can contact smudder@
adeliowa.org to connect to other players interested to fill out rosters and create teams!ADULT
COED SAND VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
Gather your friends and join the league. Teams are
guaranteed a 7 game season and an end-of-season
league tournament.
FEE: $165 per team
LOCATION: Evans Park
WHEN: Tuesday Evenings, June 8 – July 20 + tournament
DEADLINE: May 21
COED SLOW-PITCH SOFTBALL LEAGUE
Grab your bat, glove, and friends. Teams are
guaranteed 8 games. Men will hit a 14” ball, and
Women will hit a 12” ball. Adel Park/Rec. will provide
game balls for league games.
FEE: $190 per team
LOCATION: Kinnick-Feller Park
WHEN: Thursday Evenings, June 10 – July 29
DEADLINE: May 21
MENS & WOMENS TENNIS LEAGUES
Hosted by the Adel Tennis Club, this program
provides tennis opportunities for players of all skill
levels. Matches are played in hour increments
beginning at 6pm. Match schedules will be made
and provided to players.
FEE: $25/player
LOCATION: Kinnick-Feller Park Courts
WHEN: Men’s League – Thursday Evenings, June 10-August 12;
Women’s League – Monday/Tuesday Evenings, June 7-August 10
DEADLINE: May 21
KICKBALL TOURNAMENT
One fun-filled night of kickball. Get the coworkers, teammates, friend group, or
neighborhood together and enjoy the summer evening while you still can. Ages 14+
FEE: $10 per team
LOCATION: Kinnick-Feller Park
WHEN: Thursday, August 5 at 6pm
DEADLINE: July 30
BEAN BAG LEAGUE
The classic yard game brought to the parks and recreation line-up. Find a partner
and get in a couple practice throws. Seven weeks of league play followed by
end-of-season tournament.
FEE: $40 per team
LOCATION: Kinnick-Feller Park
WHEN: Thursdays Evenings, August 12 – September 23 + tournament
DEADLINE: July 30
13FAMILY/COMMUNITY ADEL KIWANIS EASTER BUNNY PHOTO OP Come get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny when he visits Adel! Despite not being able to host an Easter Egg Hunt this year, there are still ways to partake in holiday festivities. Check the Adel Kiwanis Club Facebook page for more details! WHEN & WHERE: March 28 at 3-5 pm; Kinnick-Feller Park *NEW* EGG MY YARD Have a Covid friendly Easter Egg hunt right in your own yard! We will hide eggs in your yard during the day for the kids to find when they get home from school. Limited to first 32 households. Must reside within City of Adel limits. WHEN: March 29 – April 1 FEE: $10 for 24 eggs; $18 for 48 eggs DEADLINE: March 21 *NEW* SPRING HIDE N’ SEEK April showers bring May flowers! Enjoy the warmer weather with a little hunt in Evan’s Park. Search for 26 flowers each with a letter of the alphabet on them. Record them on the tracker and fill in the puzzle. Turn in completed tracker to be entered to win an extravagant May Day basket. WHEN: April 12 – April 30 *NEW* EARTH WEEK Adopt a park to clean-up in honor of Earth Day. Gather the helping hands of your family or organization and set out to make this community a little bit cleaner! Sign-up for your location at adel.activityreg.com. Also follow our Earth Week series on Facebook where we will be posting family activities that support the environmental movement and focus on conservation. WHEN: April 19 – 23 14
*NEW* BARK IN THE PARK
A dog-some evening filled with of peanut butter licking,
musical mats, and paw print paintings. Mutt as well
come and check it out. It’s going to be a good time to
say the leashed.
WHEN & WHERE: June 23 at 6-7pm; Adel Dog Park
*NEW* DISC GOLF DAY
Disc golf is for the whole family! Come learn what it
is all about and give it a toss. Discs will be provided.
Friendly age group competitions like longest drive,
worst slice, and furthest putt. Informal competition
following for interested parties. All ages and abilities
welcomed.
WHEN & WHERE: June 26 at 9am; Evans Park
*NEW* GARDEN TOUR
Hosted by the Adel Chamber of Commerce. Take a visit
to 5 different gardens and see how the green thumbs
work their magic.
WHEN & WHERE: June 27 at 2-4pm; Locations TBD
*NEW* PARKS SCAVENGER HUNTS
Download the free app Scavengar and play interactive
augmented reality hunts in Adel parks and community.
Explore other hunt games that can be played anywhere
or get creative and make your own!
41ST ANNUAL SWEET CORN FESTIVAL
Activities include corn shucking, 5k, parade, all day
entertainment, FREE sweet corn, food and craft
vendors, street party and more!
WHEN & WHERE: August 13-14; Downtown Adel
IOWA PARK & REC DAY AT STATE FAIR
Celebrate Parks and Recreation at the Iowa State Fair
on August 19th by participating in friendly competitions
including Bubble Gum Blowing, Big Wheel Races,
Scavenger Hunt and more! There is fun for all ages!
The Adel Park and Rec. Department would like to
publicly thank the Adel DeSoto Minburn School
System for the use of the various schools and
facilities for our programs. Without their support and
cooperation, many of our programs could not happen!PRSRT STD
ECRWSS
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DES MOINES, IA
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