PARKS REC GUIDE SUMMER 2019 - Aberdeen, SD
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SUMMER 2019
ABERDEEN
PARKS REC
GUIDE
THE HUB CITY’S GUIDE TO RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES
SUMMER
REGISTRATION
BEGINS
APRIL 30
president’s message
an indoor dining area, a gift shop and a visitor
center which is operated by the Aberdeen Visitor
and Convention Bureau. Check out the article
on page 32 for all of the park improvements
that are planned for this summer. If you enjoy
camping, please visit our campground at Wylie
Park too.
We now offer over 32 miles of recreational
trails for use by bicyclists, walkers, and joggers.
This year plans are underway to construct a
new trail along 15th Avenue NE between North
Dakota Street and North 2nd Street.
There is always a variety of fun and exciting
activities and special events to participate
in during the summer. Lee Park Golf Course
is open to public play and offers an excellent
golfing experience including lessons, leagues
and tournament play. Don’t miss out on the
4th of July celebration at Wylie Park and the
Storybook Land Festival. You’re sure to enjoy
From left to right: Josh Rife, Doug Farrand, Matt Prehn, Sara Christensen-Blair, David Sandvig the many activities planned throughout the
Not Pictured: Nick Gehrts summer!
On behalf of the Aberdeen Parks and
We would like to welcome you to the summer season and the many activities and recreational Recreation Board, I would like to take this
facilities offered through the Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department. The activities opportunity to recognize the entire staff at the
for the summer are outlined in this brochure. department for a job well done. I challenge the
I encourage everyone to visit Wylie Park and Storybook Land or one of the many other park and citizens of Aberdeen to take time to participate,
recreation areas available to the public. At Storybook Land you are invited to participate in the many use and enjoy all that is provided through
weekly activities and special events that the entire family will enjoy. We are excited to continue Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry
our partnership with the Aberdeen Sertoma Club in bringing new attractions to Storybook Land Department. Please show your appreciation
such as the farm themed playground that will be installed in the Land of Oz this summer. Catch a to those that make it all possible.
ride on the roller coaster, train, carousel, tea cup and Wizard’s Balloon. The air conditioned Visitor
Center features party rooms which are available for rent and are the perfect setting for birthday Matt Prehn, President
parties, family reunions or company picnics. The Visitor Center also provides a concession stand with Aberdeen Park and Recreation Board
Join the
Celebration!
DAYTIME ACTIVITIES:
• Visit Storybook Land and the Land of Oz
• Play Mini-Golf, ride the Go Karts, Bumper
Boats, Paddleboats, Canoes or Fun Yaks
and much much more!
EVENING ACTIVITIES:
• SBLT Performance, 5:00 p.m. Castle
• Aqua Addicts Ski Show, 7:00 p.m.
• Duck Derby-Wylie Lake, 8:00 p.m.
(sponsored by The Aqua Addicts Ski Team)
• Municipal Band Concert, 8:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Aberdeen Parks,
• Fireworks Display, Dusk Recreation and Forestry Department
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CONTENTS
General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Discovery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Aquatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Baseball and Softball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10-11
PARKS, RECREATION & FORESTRY DEPT.
Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-13
Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15
225 3rd Avenue SE, Aberdeen, S.D. 57401
Washington Street Gym Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Telephone: 605-626-7015, Fax: 605-626-7989
Senior Center Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17 Website: www.aberdeen.sd.us/parksandrec
Aberdeen Municipal Band . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 E-mail: prf@aberdeen.sd.us
YAPA Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Outdoor Adventures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 PARK AND RECREATION BOARD
Other Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Matt Prehn, President
Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22-23 Josh Rife, Vice-President
Doug Farrand, Secretary/Treasurer
Storybook Land Adventures and Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24-25
Sara Christensen-Blair, Nick Gehrts, David Sandvig
Disc Golf . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 David Bunsness, City Council Liaison
Dacotah Prairie Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Lynn Lander, City Manager, Mike Levsen, Mayor
Park Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26, 27, 30-33
For Your Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF
Director of Parks, Recreation & Forestry . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Doug Johnson
Rental Facilities and Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Recreation Superintendent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Gene Morsching
Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Park Superintendent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mark Hoven
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Wylie Park Supervisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mark Grote
City Forester . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Aaron Kiesz
Golf Superintendent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Charles Kornmann
ADVERTISERS Aquatics/Recreation Supervisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Travis Lemer
We would like to thank the following businesses for advertising in the Senior Center Director . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jackie Witlock
Summer Brochure. Please patronize these businesses whenever possible. Cemetery Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ryan Smith
Aberdeen Recreation and Cultural Center Supervisor . . . . . . David Eckert
Aberdeen Community Tennis Association . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Cultural Arts Program Coordinator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Crystal Harper
Aberdeen Gun Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Office Manager . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wende Holzkamm
Aberdeen Plumbing & Heating . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 YAPA Supervisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nick Eilts
Aberdeen Optimist Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 25 TELEPHONE DIRECTORY
Academy Trophy and Engraving Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Administrative Offices, 225 3rd Avenue SE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 626-7015
Aberdeen Recreation and Cultural Center, 225 3rd Avenue SE . 626-7081
Avera Human Performance Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Washington Street Gym, 401 N. Washington St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 626-7982
Beadle Fireworks LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Lee Park Golf Course, 1028 8th Ave NW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 626-7092
Beadle Floral and Nursery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Campground Reservations . . . . . . 626-3512 or (toll-free) 1-888-326-9693
Bremer Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Senior Citizens Services, 1303 7th Avenue SE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 626-3330
YAPAtorium Teen Center, 314 SE 2nd Avenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 626-3595
Cole Papers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Dakota Tree Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 SOFTBALL/BASEBALL
Church League – Tom Meyer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380-4816
Dakota Outdoors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Men’s Over 35 14” Slo Pitch – Dan Grewe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225-0111
Dawn Sahli Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Men’s 14” Slo Pitch – Dan Grewe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225-0111
Geff Dog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Men’s 12” Slo Pitch – Mike Hauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 290-3502
GPLocal (Gold Pages) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Co-ed Softball – Ace Boschee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228-9372
Women’s Slo Pitch – Heather Scheidt . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 228-6070
Hardin’s Photography . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Youth Baseball – Kim Zimmerman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226-0214
Jacobs Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Youth Tee-Ball – Steve Markley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225-0810
Ken’s Super Fair Foods . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Youth Softball – Kris McCafferty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225-2710
Kesslers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ifc Smitties Legion Baseball – Jay Kusler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380-0219
Teeners Baseball – Jay Kusler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 380-0219
Natural Abundance Food Coop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
North Central Weed & Pest LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 SWIMMING POOL
Aberdeen Aquatic Center, 1029 S. Dakota St. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 626-7990
NVC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Aberdeen Swim Club – Kileen Limvere . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 277-0840
Parkview Nursery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
LESSONS & TENNIS INFORMATION
Roll-Out Skate and Bike Rental . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Men’s and Women’s Tennis League – Dave Vilhauer . . . . . . . . . . . . 229-0597
SD Underground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Youth Tennis League – Amy Albrecht . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 626-7015
Swanson Electric & Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 C.C. Lee Tennis Tournament . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 626-7015
Weber Landscaping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 GOLF
Wright & Sudlow, Inc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Head Professional/Golf Shop Manager – Jon Murdy. . . . . . . . . . . 626-7092
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general information
SUMMER REGISTRATION GENERAL REGISTRATION
KICKOFF DAY Registration for all programs will be taken at the Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department
The Kickoff Day for Summer Registration will Office, 225 3rd Avenue SE, beginning Wednesday, May 2, from 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Sales tax is assessed
begin Tuesday, April 30. Walk-in registrations on most Parks and Recreation activities.
will be taken at the ARCC at 7:00 a.m. Online
and phone registration will also begin at 7:00 PEPSI GIVEAWAY
a.m. A 20% Discount will be offered to those The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation & Forestry Department, and Pepsi Bottling Company of Aberdeen
individuals registering this day for Tee-Ball, have joined forces. The Department and Pepsi will be doing online giveaways to promote the
Youth Softball, Youth Baseball and Youth Tennis Departments recreation activities. The giveaways will run June 3 - July 26. Make sure to like the
Lessons. This is the first day to sign up for all the Department Facebook page @AberdeenPRF and watch for the Pepsi Giveaway.
Summer Parks and Recreation Programs which
includes swimming lessons, discovery programs, VISA, MASTERCARD AND DISCOVER ACCEPTED
youth ball programs, adult tennis lessons and Fees and charges for activities, programs, and facility rental may be charged to your VISA, MasterCard
league—just to name a few. or Discover accounts at the time of registration by calling or stopping by the Parks, Recreation and
Golf lesson registration for youth and adults Forestry Department Program Offices, 225 3rd Avenue SE, 626-7015. For Wylie Park Campground
will begin at Lee Park Golf Course when the reservations, call 626-3512, or toll free 1-888-326-9693.
course opens.
TEAM/LESSON ASSIGNMENT
ONLINE REGISTRATION The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department will make every attempt to allow participants in
FOR SUMMER PROGRAMS baseball, softball, teeball and tennis lessons to practice at locations and recreation facilities in their
Available at www.aberdeen.sd.us/parksandrec. home areas. The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department reserves the right to assign participants
Beginning 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, April 30. to alternate program locations should circumstances arise which require the Department to do so.
LATE REGISTRATION LOG ON
Those registering after 5:00 p.m., May 21 Check out the City of Aberdeen’s web site at www.aberdeen.sd.us. The web site provides
for youth baseball and softball, and May 28 information on the various departments of the city including the Parks, Recreation and Forestry
for youth tennis lessons and tee-ball will be Department. The Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department web site includes information on
required to pay an additional $3.00 per person park facilities, recreation programs, volunteering, employment and much, much more. Below
per activity late fee. The department reserves are some of the features you will find on the website.
the right to assign late registrants to locations
where needed. Late registrations must be 1. Notify Me - Visitors can subscribe to be notified via email regarding community activities,
made at the Parks, Recreation and Forestry activity cancellations, meetings, services and snow plow alerts. Messages can be sent in
Department Office, 225 3rd Avenue SE. both HTML and plain text to accommodate all email readers, cell phones and other devices.
2. Events Calendar - Allows the city to set up calendar items, recurring events, short
ACTIVITY descriptions and hyperlinks to display the details of the event.
ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE 3. News Flash - An area where hot information is posted. The information posted in this
module might include a change in meeting location, road closure and more.
Reduced fee activity passes for recreation
programs are available for youth 17 years 4. Job Posting - In addition to displaying current job openings, site visitors can download a
of age and under for qualified low income job application and email their resume.
families. Anyone interested in participating If you are interested in sponsoring a project at Storybook Land, The Land of Oz, The Wylie Circle
in this program must submit the required of Flags or the Kuhnert Arboretum, information is available. Check us out!
qualification information to the Aberdeen
Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department
Office at 225 3rd Avenue SE. Applicants for PROGRAM ACCESSIBILITY
the Activity Assistance Program will be required
to provide proof for participation in one of The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department encourages people with disabilities
the following Low Income Family Assistance to participate in any of the Departments programming. The Department also offers programs
Programs including Supplemental Nutrition specifically for special populations in an attempt to encourage their participation in new recreational
Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance opportunities. The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department is committed to providing
to Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Security reasonable accommodations and accessibility for all programs offered. If you require a sign language
Income (SSI), Refugee Assistance, Low Income interpreter, lift-equipped transportation, adaptive equipment, large print material, etc…, please
Family Medicaid (LIF), or Children’s Health contact the Aberdeen Park, Recreation and Forestry Department at 626-7015. To ensure that we
Insurance Program (CHIP). Youth who are eligible meet accessibility needs, written requests must be made one week prior to the scheduled start
to participate in the program may sign up for date of the activity in which the person requiring accessibility adaptations will be participating in.
any department activity, class, or youth season
pass at an 70% discount. For more information, LET’S BE SOCIAL
contact the Parks, Recreation and Forestry Office If you have a picture of a great park experience we would like to see it. You can send the photo to
at 626-7015. prf@aberdeen.sd.us or us the @wyliepark when posting on social media. Your photo could end up
in our next newsletter or brochure.
PLEASE KEEP THIS BOOK FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department activity brochure is published three times a year, April, September
and January. So please keep this schedule of events until you receive your next one in September 2019.
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arts
225 3RD AVE SE | 626-7081
DISCOVERY AGES 3-12 Summer hours begin May 6:
Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday – closed
The ARCC Discovery Program offers three levels of age appropriate, fun activities in visual, performing,
literary and cultural arts that relate to the weekly theme. Youth may sign up for one or all six sessions.
Youth will meet with group leaders Monday through Thursday for each one-week session in either
the morning or the afternoon. Morning classes meet 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.(Noon); afternoon
DISCOVER STORYBOOK
classes meet 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. LAND THEATRE
Wee and Pre Discovery classes include stories, games, art projects, role-playing, music and dance in This is your chance to be a star! Perform with the
small group settings that follow the weekly themes, emphasizing beginning social and academic skills. Storybook Land Theatre Company on the stage
at the Castle in Storybook Land. Learn about
Discovery classes for grades 2-6 focus on arts and science based activities to teach the weekly theme. acting, theatre games and aspects of technical
All classes are held at the Aberdeen Recreation and Cultural Center, 225 3rd Avenue SE. theatre. Because of the tight rehearsal schedule,
attendance at all rehearsals and performances
Session A: Discover Light June 10 – June 13 is required. Grades 2 and up. Activity #294100
Discover the science of light, with Reflections, Refraction, Rainbows, and everything in between. Fee: $60.00
Dates: June 3-14
Session B: Discover What Goes Bump in the Night June 17– June 20 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Noon)
What could possibly be making those sounds at night, could it be bugs, bats, or bears? You might Auditions: Monday, June 3
just find out while you discover what goes bump in the night. Performances: Thursday, June 13, 7:00 p.m.
Friday, June 14, 7:00 p.m.
Session C: Discover Latin America June 24 – June 27 Where: Rehearsals. . . . . . . . . . Civic Theatre
Performances . . . Storybook Land Castle
Discover the vast and diverse area of the world that makes up Latin America, sharing elements of
history, language, art, music, and culture. Storybook Land Theatre is funded in part by the
Aberdeen Area Arts Council and the South Dakota
Session D: Discover Construction and Architecture July 8– July 11 Arts Council and is presented in cooperation with
Learn how to use creative problem solving with architectural and design based activities that Aberdeen Community Theatre.
explore structural elements, creative place making, and the science behind built environments.
SAFETY TOWN
Session E: Discover Sound July 15 – July 18
Safety Town is a fun, educational program
Sizzle, Bloop, Fizz, Argh! More than just another onomatopoeia, sounds are all around us. This week designed to introduce children to a wide variety
in discovery you’ll learn all about the science of sound. of safety conditions. Safety Town is open to
children in Kindergarten – 1st Grade. Safety
Session F: Discover Dinosaurs July 22 – July 25 songs, poems, art projects, stories, snacks and
Stomp, stomp, stomp, Rawr!!! Dig deep into paleontology, while discovering fossils and dinosaurs. videos will be combined with actual practice
for a fun learning experience. Students should
Fee: $30.00 per one-week session bring a light healthy snack, and beverage, both
Discovery – Grades 2-6, Activity #292000 must be clearly marked with the student’s
Pre-Discovery – Kindergarten – 1st Grade, Activity #291000 name. Drink containers must have a lid, water is
Wee-Discovery – Ages 3-4, Activity #290000 suggested. Snacks must be free of Peanuts and
Wee-Discovery children must have reached minimum age by May 1 and must be able to use the toilet Tree nuts for the safety of other students. Safety
unassisted. Pre and Wee-Discovery students should bring a light healthy snack, and beverage, both must Town is cosponsored by the Zonta Club and
be clearly marked with the student’s name. Drink containers must have a lid, water is suggested. Snacks the Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry
must be free of Peanuts and Tree nuts for the safety of other students. Department. Activity #291001
When: Monday-Thursday, June 3-6
Session A: 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (Noon)
All Aberdeen Recreation and Cultural Center activities are cosponsored Session B: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m.
by the South Dakota Arts Council through a grant from the National Fee: $30.00
Endowment for the Arts and by funds from the State of South Dakota. Grade: K - 1st
Preregister by: May 30
Max Enrollment: 40
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ACTING WITH THE STARS
Spend a week with the Storybook Land Theatre
Company learning how to professionally present
a show. Because of the tight rehearsal schedule,
attendance at all rehearsals and performances
is required. Activity #294200
Dates: June 7-21
Auditions: Friday, June 7, 1:00-3:00 p.m.
Rehearsals: June 10-14, 1:00-4:00 p.m.
Castle Rehearsal: Monday, June 17,
1:00-4:00 p.m.
Performances: Tuesday, June 18, 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, June 19, 7:00 p.m.
Friday, June 21, 7:00 p.m.
Fee: $60.00
MIDDLE SCHOOL ART
CAMPS – GRADES 6 - 9
Activity #293000 DANCECAMP
Fee: $30.00 per camp/plus $7.00 supply fee.
Note: Clay Camp Fee is $60.00 for the two-week
Experience dance classes without the year-long commitment! For beginning students as well as
camp/plus $14.00 supply fee.
those who have already been in a dance program. All camps include a daily dance class, valuable
Grades: 6 - 9
lessons about anatomy, health and wellness, and dance history. Boys and girls are welcome.
Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Noon), or
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Each camp meets Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (Noon) at the Aberdeen
Recreation and Cultural Center Dance Studios. Students should bring a light healthy snack, and a
ART CAMP CLAY (2 WEEKS) beverage in well-marked containers. Drink containers must have a lid, and water is suggested. Snacks
Spend two weeks working with clay, learning must be free of Peanuts and tree nuts for the safety of other students. Each camp wraps up with a
how to make terrific creations, fantastic small performance showcasing some of the moves the students have learned throughout the week.
techniques, and awesome glazing tricks for Fee: $35.00 per camp
marvelous pieces of art.
Dates: Monday - Thursday, June 10-20 NEW! DANCECAMP KINDERGARTEN
Structured just like the big kid camps, but geared for those going into Kindergarten. This camp will
ART CAMP WATERCOLOR introduce your little one into the world of dance through a variety of activities and dance classes.
Learn about materials and techniques specific Students should bring a healthy snack and a water bottle each day of camp. Activity #250300
to watercolor, and how to utilize them. Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Noon)
Dates: Monday - Thursday, June 24-27 Instructor: Jordan Rohrbach Dates: Monday – Thursday, June 10-13
ART CAMP DESIGN DANCECAMP JAZZ
Learn how to utilize, and combine different Jazz dancing is energetic and fun, consisting of unique moves, fancy footwork, big leaps and quick turns.
artistic techniques to develop a plan involved Grades 1-3: Activity #253900 Instructor: Samantha Fletcher
in the creation of new ideas according to a set Grades 4-6: Activity # 253910 Instructor: Jordan Rohrbach
of aesthetics. Dates: Monday - Thursday, June 17-20
Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 8-11
DANCECAMP TAP
ART CAMP FILM Tap dancers use their feet like drums to create rhythmic patterns and timely beats. Tap shoes are
required. A limited number of shoes are available for loan at the ARCC.
Learn fundamental steps how to create movies,
Grades 1-3: Activity #252900 Instructor: Samantha Fletcher
clips, animations, and more. This will be an Grades 4-6: Activity #252910 Instructor: Victoria Georgoff
excellent hands-on starting point for movie Dates: Monday - Thursday, June 24-27
enthusiasts.
Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 15-18 DANCECAMP MODERN
Modern dance encourages dancers to use their emotions and moods to design their own steps
ART CAMP SCULPTURE and routines.
Learn how to utilize and combine different Grades 1-3: Activity #254900 Instructor: Jordan Rohrbach
artistic techniques and material to create three Grades 4-6: Activity #254910 Instructor: Victoria Georgoff
dimensional works of art Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 8-11
Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 22-25
DANCECAMP BALLET
MIDDLE SCHOOL Ballet is known for its grace and elegance. Students will learn about and watch a classical ballet.
Ballet attire is recommended but not required.
DANCE CAMP Grades 1-3: Activity #251900 Instructor: Jordan Rohrbach
Enjoy exploring and practicing a variety Grades 4-6: Activity #251910 Instructor: McKayla Carda
of exciting dance styles with a focus on Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 15-18
choreography. Students will gain a variety of
dance experience as well as knowledge about DANCECAMP ACRO
healthy eating, dance appreciation, and musical Acro combines dance and tricks to music, while working with ribbons, balls, and hoops in
skills. Activity #258930 choreographed dance and tumble routines.
Grades 7 & 8 Grades 1-3: Activity # 257900
Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. When: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. (Noon) Instructor: Terrina Barnes
Fee: $35.00 Grades 4-6: Activity # 257910
Instructor: Ashley Geist-Cusick Time: 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Instructor: Terrina Barnes
Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 8-11 Dates: Monday - Thursday, July 22-25
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COMMUNITY
OTHER ARCC PROGRAMMING SCHOOL OF MUSIC
The Community School of Music is a partnership
NEW! INTRODUCTION TO GLASSWORK between the ARCC and the NSU Music Dept.
Caleb Crosby has been lampworking and working with soft glass, for nearly twenty years. Join Caleb
on Friday afternoons as he demonstrates required skills to safely manipulate clear and colored glass SUMMER PRIVATE LESSON PROGRAM
with a torch. Ages 18 and up. No charge. This is a drop in activity. The summer private lesson program runs June 3
Dates: June 7 – July 26 (No demo July 5) Time: 2:00 - 4:00 p.m. Instructor: Caleb Crosby – August 2. Traditional band and orchestra
instruments, harp, guitar, and voice lessons
GOUACHE PLEIN AIR are available for all ages. Lessons are taught
Take time to enjoy a warm summer day while learning and building artistic techniques associated by advanced level music majors attending NSU
with gouache painting. Gouache is a very versatile medium, blending the translucent flexibility of or qualified teachers from the community at
watercolors, and opaque flow of acrylics. Ages 16 and up. Activity #213900 large. The lessons are held in the ARCC music
Date: Wednesday, June 5 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. facilities. Lesson times available are either half-
Instructor: Jay Hopkins Fee: $40.00 plus supplies hour lessons once per week or one hour lessons
Preregister by: May 30 Min/Max Enrollment: 4/10 once every other week.
STRINGS
NEW! RAKU WORKSHOP Both Suzuki and traditional methods are
Gratia Brown, a ceramic artist, and Assistant Professor of Art at NSU, will be offering a one day raku available. It is requested that beginning string
workshop. The workshop includes glazing application techniques, suggestions of glaze combinations, students meet with the instructor, Ms. Nancy
alternative firing processes, raku firing demonstrations, and instructions. This is a make and take Ohnstad, prior to purchasing an instrument.
workshop, where bisque pieces will be glazed, Fired, smoked, cooled and ready to take home. For more information, please call the ARCC at
Participants will need to have 3 - 4 bisque ware pieces, made out of Raku Clay and ready to glaze 626-7081.
prior to the start of the workshop. There will be a limited number of ready to glaze bisque pieces
to purchase, for a separate supply fee, prior to the start of the workshop. raku is an exciting, yet AGES: All ages. (Some age restrictions may
unpredictable way to fire pottery. Ages 18 and up Activity #211572 apply for younger students depending on the
Date: Wednesday, June 19 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. instrument of choice.)
Instructor: Gratia Brown Fee: $40.00 Supply Fee: $20.00 LESSON DATES: Lessons will run June 3 -
Preregister By: June 13 Min/Max Enrollment: 4/10 August 2. (No lessons July 1-5)
FEE: $120 for 8 half-hour lessons or 4 one hour
lessons. Fee does not include instruments,
books, or supplies.
FINANCIAL AID: Need-based financial
assistance is available. Call 626-7015 for more
information and guidelines.
LESSON SCHEDULING: Individual lessons are
scheduled by staff in coordination with faculty
and student schedules. The prime time for most
lessons will be Monday through Thursday. Other
LOOM WEAVING times may be possible depending on availability.
Learn several aspects of weaving and setting up looms, from warp calculations to fully dressing
a loom. Each student will have a loom to set up and work on. A material fee, pending projects REGISTRATION: Registration begins April 30,
selected, will be paid to the instructor. Ages 18 and up. Supply List: pen or pencil, scissors, tape and will continue while lessons are available
measurer, notebook, and post-it-notes. Or students may rent a supply kit for $3.00 payable to subject to teacher availability. Registration forms
instructor. Activity# 212210 are available at the ARCC. Registrations can also
Dates: Wednesdays, June 5 - July 24 (No class July 3) be made over the phone by calling the ARCC
Time: Session A: 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. at 626-7081.
Session B: 5:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Lyla Aguis Fee: $115.00 plus supply fee payable to Instructor DANCE AND FITNESS CLASSES
Preregister by: May 30 Min/Max Enrollment: 3/4 EACH CLASS MEETS FOR 6 WEEKS
Dates: June 12 – July 24 (no class July 3)
OPEN POTTERY STUDIO Fee: $30.00 per class
The pottery studio will be open for use during off-class times for practice with hand building, wheel Grades: 9 and up
throwing and other projects involving stoneware, chads bod, or earthenware clay. Clay fees include
clay, glaze, and one bisque and glaze firings, (excluding alternative firings). Open Studio hours are SUMMER PIYO©
Wednesdays, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Ages: high school students through adult. Open pottery PiYo is athletic training that is influenced by
studio participants must schedule an appointment for orientation prior to working in the studio, Pilates and Yoga. Activity #258060
as well as sign in at the front desk, each time prior to utilizing the studio space. Time: 5:15-6:00 p.m.
Dates: Wednesdays, June 5 - July 31 Time: 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Instructor: Robyn Ewalt
Fees: $50.00 for 25 lbs. of Stoneware
BEGINNING TAP
$50.00 for 25 lbs. of Chads bod Admire Fred and Ginger? Bring your shoes, or
$40.00 for 25 lbs. of Earthenware borrow a pair from us and make some noise
with your feet! Activity #252060
ARTS FOR WELLNESS OPEN STUDIO Time: 6:15-7:00 p.m.
Looking for a creative outlet as a way to combat stress? Look no further than our Open Studio! The Instructor: Ashley Geist-Cusick
Wellness Open Studio is a place to immerse yourself in creativity through Art Journaling, Coloring,
Zentangle drawing or perhaps a project (painting, scrapbooking, sewing, etc.) to bring on your own! NEW! BEGINNING CONTEMPORARY DANCE
Journaling, Coloring and Zentangle supplies available; otherwise bring your own supplies. Ages 14 Contemporary is one of the most dominant
and up. No charge. This is a drop in activity. genres of dance in the world; experienced
Dates: Thursdays, June 6 - July 25 Time: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. dancers and beginners alike are welcome in
this class that combines many styles of dance
into one! Activity #258660
Further programming information can be found at www.aberdeen.sd.us/arcc Time: 7:15-8:00 p.m.
Instructor: Jordan Rohrbach
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aquatics
1029 SOUTH DAKOTA ST | 626-7990
POOL ACCESSIBILITY
Admission Fees: . . . . . . Daily . . Season
A swim lift and a submersible wheelchair are available to assist individuals who have difficulty
Children under 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . FREE entering and exiting the pool. Phone: 626-7990
Youth and Teen (2-17) . . . $5.75 . . . $65.00
LIFEGUARD POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Adult (18-61) . . . . . . . . . . . . $7.75 . . . $95.00
Positions are available for lifeguards and swimming lesson instructors. Training is available and
Family (immediate) . . . . . . . . . . . . $165.00 hours are flexible. Please contact Travis Lemer, Aquatics Supervisor, 626-7015, for more information.
Seniors (62+) . . . . . . . . . . . $6.25 . . . $75.00
OPENING AND CLOSING DATES
Note: Admission Fees include Sales Tax
The Aberdeen Aquatic Center will open Friday, May 31 and will close for the season on Sunday,
Locker Rentals . . . . . . . . . . $.25 August 18. Beginning on August 10, the Aquatic Center will close daily at 7:30 p.m. The Aquatic
Swim Diapers . . . . . . . . . . . $1.00 Center Lap Pool will be closed June 14, 15 and 16 for the local Aberdeen Swim Club Meet.
4TH OF JULY
The Aberdeen Aquatic Center will be open from 12:00 (Noon) to 6:00 p.m. on the July 4th Holiday.
GROUP DISCOUNT
A 20% discount is available for groups of 20
people or more on Mondays through Fridays.
Contact the Parks, Recreation and Forestry office
for more information, 626-7015.
POOL POLICIES
Supervision of Youth: All children ages 6 and
under must be supervised by an adult when
using the Aquatic Center.
Diaper Policy: For your safety, all infants and
toddlers who are not potty trained must wear
diapers with protective pants over them or
swim diapers. Diapers must be clean before
entering the pool and should be checked on a
regular basis. If you need a swim diaper, you can
purchase one at the swimming pool front desk.
Notify Me: Sign up for notify me and receive
email or a cell text message when swim lessons
are cancelled or the pool is closed due to
weather. All Aquatic Center rules and regulations are posted at the Aberdeen Aquatic Center.
These rules and regulations may also be viewed at www.aberdeen.sd.us/aquatics
Storm Warnings: If the pool is closed because
of inclement weather before 5:00 p.m. and the
weather then clears, the guards will be called
back and the pool will reopen. If the pool is
closed after 5:00 p.m. because of inclement
weather, the pool will remain closed.
Lap Swimming Available: Lap swimming is
available at the Aberdeen Aquatic Center from
5:00-7:00 p.m. daily.
Waterslide Height Restrictions: All riders must
be at least 48 inches tall to ride the waterslides
at the Aberdeen Aquatic Center.
Food and Beverage: Food items may be
purchased from the concession stand within
the Aberdeen Aquatic Center. No outside food or
beverage will be allowed inside the facility unless
your party is renting the Aquatic Center Shelter.
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AQUATIC CENTER SCHEDULE
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
9:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m. Closed Swim Lessons 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Staff Training Closed
11:00 a.m.
12:00 p.m. Closed – Swim Club Practice 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. Open Swim Open Swim
2:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m. 12:00 p.m.
Open Swim 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
3:00 p.m.
4:00 p.m.
The Lap Pool shallow end will close at 7:00 p.m.
5:00 p.m. Mondays - Thursdays for evening programs.
6:00 p.m. The diving boards and drop slides will remain open for public use
8:00 p.m. at this time. Fridays will be used for make-ups. 8:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
8:00 p.m. Closed Closed
9:00 p.m. 8 p.m. Aquatic Center Closed - 9:00 p.m. 8 p.m.
Note: The Aberdeen Aquatic Center Lap Pool will be closed June 14, 15 and 16 for the Aberdeen Swim Club outdoor swim meet.
SHELTER RENTAL CABANA RENTALS
The Aquatic Center Picnic Shelter is available for rent daily from 1:30-4:30 p.m. or 5:30- The Aberdeen Aquatic Center has two Cabanas available
8:30 p.m. Monday – Friday and 12:30 p.m.-3:30 p.m. or 4:30-7:30 p.m. on Saturday and to rent. These 10’ X 10’ shelters can be reserved for 2 hours
Sunday at a rental fee of $34. Rentals can be made at the Parks and Recreation Office for $20, 4 hours for $35, or all day for $60. Rentals are made
during regular office hours until the Aberdeen Aquatic Center opens after which rentals at the Aquatic Center on a first-come, first-serve basis.
may be scheduled at the aquatic center.
Have Your Birthday Party
at Storybook Land or the Aquatic Center!
Air conditioned rooms & Castle Picnic Plaza are available
for rent at Storybook Land. Reserve a Picnic
Shelter at the Aberdeen Aquatic Center!
Serving the youth of
Aberdeen since 1983 Call the Parks, Recreation, and Forestry
Department at 626-7015 for more info!
Some of our Activities:
Haunted Forest
October 25-26, 2019
Easter Egg Scramble
(Saturday before Easter)
Pumpkin Patch for Kids
October 6, 2019
For more information contact
aberdeenoptimistclub@gmail.com
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swim lessons
Registration for all summer activities, including swim lessons, will begin on Tuesday, April 30 at
7:00 a.m. Registrations may be taken online at www.aberdeen.sd.us/parksandrec or at the Parks,
Recreation and Forestry Department office, 225 SE 3rd Avenue. Swim lesson registration may also be
taken at the aquatic center when it opens for the season. The deadline for swim lesson registrations
is the Wednesday before the class starts.
Lessons held Monday through Thursday, Fridays will be used as makeup days when necessary.
Fee: Youth $22.00 Min/Max Registration: 4/10
SWIM LESSON SCHEDULE
Session A: June 10 – June 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Registration deadline: June 5
Session B: July 1 – July 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Registration deadline: June 26
Session C: July 22 – August 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Registration deadline: July 17
Lesson Times (Heated Pool)
9:00 a.m. Otters, Seals, Whales, Advanced Beginners
10:00 a.m. Otters, Seals, Whales, Advanced Beginners, Intermediate, Swimmers
11:00 a.m. Otters, Seals, Whales, Advanced Beginners, Intermediate, Swimmers
7:00 p.m. Seals, Whales, Advanced Beginners, Intermediate (Session A &C only)
7:00 p.m. Flippers & Fins, Bobbers (Session B only)
7:30 p.m. Flippers & Fins, Bobbers (Session B only)
red cross swim lessons description
Levels of Ability Learn to Swim Program (Ages 5 and older) backstroke, changing from vertical to horizontal
positions on the front and back, as well as age-
The six levels of Learn-to-Swim instruction Otters: (Level I – Introduction to Water Skills)
appropriate water safety topics.
help swimmers of all ages and varying abilities There are no prerequisites for Level 1. The
develop their swimming and water safety objectives of level 1 are to learn basic personal Advanced Beginner: (Level IV – Stroke
skills. It is designed to give students a positive water safety information and skills, to help Improvement) The objective of Level 4 is to
learning experience. American Red Cross Learn- participants feel comfortable in the water and develop confidence in the skills learned and
to-Swim teaches aquatic and safety skills in a to enjoy the water safely. Participants will begin to improve other aquatic skills. Participants will
logical progression. with basic skills, such as entering and exiting learn headfirst entries from the side in compact
the water safely, breath control, bobbing, front and stride positions, swim underwater, feet-first
Infant/Preschool Aquatic Classes
and back floats and glides, basic arm and leg surface dive, survival swimming, open turns
Flippers and Fins: (6-36 months) This program swimming actions, as well as age-appropriate on front and back, treading water with several
is designed to orient young children, along with water safety topics. different kicks, front and back crawl, elementary
their parents, to the water and prepare them to backstroke, breaststroke, sidestroke, butterfly
Seals: (Level II - Fundamental Aquatic Skills)
learn to swim in the American Red Cross Learn- stroke, flutter and dolphin kicks on the back,
The objective of Level 2 is to give participants
to-Swim course. This program gives parents as well as age-appropriate water safety topics.
success with fundamental skills. Participants
safety information and teaches techniques to
learn to enter the water by stepping or jumping Intermediates: (Level V – Stroke Refinement)
help them orient their children to the water.
from the side, exiting the water from the side The objective of Level 5 is the further
It also provides direction regarding how to
or with ladders, bobbing, submerging and coordination and refinement of swimming
supervise water activities in a responsible
holding breath, rotary breathing, front jellyfish strokes. Participants will learn shallow-angle
manner. Parents are required to be in the water
and tuck floats, front and back glide recovering dives from the side and then gliding into a
with their children. They are taught to safely
to a vertical position, rolling from front to back front stroke, tuck and pike surface dives, front
work with their child in the water, including
and back to front, treading water, changing flip turn, backstroke flip turn, front and back
how to support and hold their child in the water
swimming direction, combined arm and leg crawl, elementary backstroke, breaststroke,
and how to prepare and encourage their child
actions, finning, as well as age-appropriate sidestroke and butterfly, sculling, as wells as
to participate fully and try the skills.
water safety topics. age-appropriate water safety topics.
Bobbers: (3-5 years) Adult help is necessary.
Whales: (Level III – Stroke Development) The Swimmers: (Level VI – Swimming and Skill
This program helps children feel comfortable
objective of Level 3 is to build on the skills Proficiency) The objective of Level 6 is to refine
in the water and to enjoy the water safely. Level
learned in Level 2 through additional guided the strokes so participants may swim them
1 skills will be introduced, such as blowing
practice in deeper water. Participants will learn with ease, efficiency, power and smoothness
bubbles, safely entering and exiting the water,
to enter water by jumping from the side, fully over greater distances. Teaching focuses on
floating and gliding, and swimming with a
submerging and recovering to surface and preparing participants for more advanced
combination of arm and leg actions, all of which
returning to the side, rotary breathing, back courses, including the Water Safety Instructor
children will build on as they progress through
and survival floats, headfirst entries from the course, or other aquatic activities, such as
the Learn-to-Swim program.
side in sitting and kneeling positions, treading competitive swimming or diving. Preparation
water, flutter and dolphin kicks, scissors and includes personal water safety, fundamentals
breaststroke kicks, front crawl and elementary of diving and fitness swimming.
8 | www.aberdeen.sd.us/parksandrecWATER WALKING
Join other adults and teens and walk for fitness
in our lazy river. Water walking increases blood
flow and warms your muscles and joints. Walk
with or against the current to customize your
workout.
When: Monday through Friday
Time: 12:00 p.m. (Noon) – 12:45 p.m.
Fee: Regular daily admission
ADULT WATER
EXERCISE CLASS
Adult Water Exercise is a class which will tone
the body without the resistance of gravity. The
class is designed for both young and old alike.
Classes will be held Monday through Thursday.
Session A: June 10-27 8:00-8:45 p.m.
Session B: July 1-18 8:00-8:45 p.m.
Session C: July 22 – Aug. 8 8:00-8:45 p.m.
Fee: $18.00
WATER POLO
Water Polo is a fun game and people of all ages
are welcome. Games will be played with players
sitting in inner tubes so that everyone will be
at the same advantage.
When: Sundays, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Fee: Regular Pool Admission
Avera Human
Now Open!
DROP-IN WATER BASKETBALL
Water Basketball is a fun game for people of
Performance Center all ages. Hoops will be set and ball provided.
Either come as a team and challenge others
or come as individuals and form a team with
other individuals.
When: Sundays, 6:30-8:00 p.m.
Learn more at Avera.org/hpc-aberdeen, Fee: Regular Pool Admission
or by calling 605-216-3470. AQUATIC CENTER
IS GOING TO THE DOGS
The dog days of summer are going to end with
a splash! The Aberdeen Aquatic Center closes
on August 18. Before we close, we are going to
LEA let man’s best friend cool down and show off
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WAN LAS ES BEG their best “doggie paddle” or “flea style” with a
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us for this howlarious event!!
TRAPSHOOTING,
THE
FUR
Date: Sunday, August 18
SKEET & SPORTING CLAYS Time: 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Fee: The admission fee will be waived with
Leagues and open shooting on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 6:00-9:00 p.m., a free will donation for the Aberdeen Area
May-August. 6 miles south of Aberdeen on US 281. Need sponsors and shooters Humane Society and the development of a
for leagues and youth shooting. Dates available for clubhouse rental, new dog park area.
private parties and fun shoots.
ABERDEEN SWIM CLUB
The Aberdeen Swim Club is a non-profit
competitive swimming club. The Youth
Program is open to boys and girls ages 5-19.
Our professional swim staff conduct the
program with an emphasis on competitive
stroke development for the novice to elite
swimmer. Minimum skill level required to join
– must be able to swim 25 yards freestyle and
backstroke. Two weeks free trial offered in April
and September. Swimming is a lifetime sport
where everyone participates with success at
all levels.
For more information about the Aberdeen Swim
Club, please visit www.aberdeenswimclub.org or
contact coach Kileen Limvere at (605) 277-0840
or email to aberdeenswimclub@gmail.com.
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SUMMER REGISTRATION KICKOFF DAY TUESDAY, APRIL 30, BEGINNING AT 7:00 A.M.
YOUTH BASEBALL LEAGUES
HOW TO REGISTER: Season: Practice begins Monday, June 3. Games begin June 10. The season runs for nine weeks.
• Walk in at the ARCC, 225 3rd Ave. SE Schedules: Leagues D Minor – C have games scheduled on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays and
• ONLINE at www.aberdeen.sd.us/ practices on Tuesdays and Thursdays. If games are not scheduled, practices are usually held. Game
parksandrec times are the same as practice times.
4th grade – D Minor – 12:30 p.m. 5th grade – D Major – 2:00 p.m.
• Phone us: 605-626-7015
6th grade – C League – 3:30 p.m. 7th and 8th grade & older - B League - 9:00 a.m.
with a credit card
Equipment: All equipment is provided except for personal items – gloves, caps, and shoes. Players
may not wear steel cleats. Rubber-soled turf shoes are allowed. Baseball pants are required to be
TEAM ORGANIZATION worn - colors must be gray, white or white pinstripe. Every player will be issued a uniform that must
Participants who are in tee-ball and the lower be returned at the end of the season.
levels of baseball and softball will be allowed Eligibility: Participants must be entering the 4th grade in the fall of 2019 to begin the program.
to sign up for their desired locations with youth Those who turn 15 years of age on or before May 1, 2019, will not be allowed to participate in the
who are in their own school grade. However, B League baseball program, but are encouraged to try out for Teeners or Smitties Legion Baseball.
once rosters are filled they will be asked to Fee: There is a $40.00 fee for baseball to be paid at the time of registration, $3.00 late fee added
select an alternate playing location. The only after May 21.
exceptions will be in B league baseball, where
all players will be assigned to teams. The high
school softball team players will be assigned. PARENT VOLUNTEER COACHES
Preferences will be taken for Late Registrations Parents who cannot make the whole commitment as a full-time coach but may have some
but The Aberdeen Recreation Division reserves time and interest in helping at practices periodically are encouraged to be a Parent Volunteer
the right to place the player where they deem Coach. If interested, contact the Department Office and appropriate arrangements will be made.
are needed most.
All baseball and softball games are played at
the Moccasin Creek Softball Complex. BASEBALL UNIFORM DISTRIBUTION
Youth baseball players are instructed to stop in during these days at the designated time for their
TEAM ASSIGNMENTS league, or at open times, and receive their baseball uniforms.
AND FIRST PRACTICE Where: Aberdeen Recreation and Cultural Center, 225 3rd Ave SE
Wednesday, June 5 Thursday, June 6
Baseball and Softball rosters will be posted by
11:00 a.m.-noon – B & C Leagues 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. – Open (Any player)
noon, May 30, and Tee-ball rosters by noon,
June 4 at the following buildings: Noon-2:00 p.m. – Open (Any player)
2:00-4:00 p.m. – D Major, D Minor
Lincoln School, Main Entrance
May Overby School, Main Entrance ACTIVITY RAIN OUT POLICY
Washington Street Gym, In case of inclement weather every effort will be made to determine if activities will be held at the
401 N. Washington earliest possible time. The general time line for determination of morning outdoor activities is by
Aberdeen Recreation and Cultural Center, 8:30 a.m. for afternoon outdoor activities by 11:45 a.m. and for evening outdoor activities by 4:30
225 3rd Avenue SE p.m. All local radio stations will be notified of any cancellations at these times. Sign up for ‘Notify
The number of teams we have depends upon Me’ to let you know by cell text message or email when programming is cancelled.
how many participants we have registered
by May 21. When all teams are filled, no
MINNESOTA TWINS BUS TRIP
additional registrations will be taken. It is the On Thursday, June 27, a chartered bus will travel to Minneapolis to watch the Minnesota Twins play
participant’s responsibility to go to the the Tampa Bay Rays at Target Field. This is a great opportunity for youth to watch a professional
correct practice site at the designated time baseball game. It also is a fun family outing and senior citizens are also invited to come along. There
on the first practice date. Coaches will not is a limit of 48 passengers. The deadline for signing up is Thursday, June 6 at the Parks, Recreation
contact players prior to the first practice. and Forestry office. The fee is $85.00 which includes transportation and tickets to the game.
10 | www.aberdeen.sd.us/parksandrecYOUTH TEE-BALL LEAGUES
Schedules: Tee-ball is a coed program where boys and girls are encouraged to participate. Practices
are scheduled for Monday through Thursday. Practice and game times will be fifty minutes in length.
Practice Times:
Kindergarten – 11:00 a.m.
Games will be played on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at Manor Park, 12th Avenue NE and Jay
Street. Game times are at the same time as practice times. Schedules will be provided so parents
can make arrangements for transportation.
Eligibility: Participants must be entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2019.
Season: Program begins June 10 and ends July 18.
Equipment: All equipment is provided except for personal items – gloves, caps, and shoes.
Fee: There is an $25.00 fee to be paid at the time of registration. $3.00 late fee added after May 28.
YOUTH PEE-WEE LEAGUES (COACH PITCH) ADULT CO-ED SOFTBALL
Schedules: Pee-Wee Ball is a coed program where boys and girls are encouraged to participate. The Adult Coed Softball League begins in the
Youth will be pitched to by the coach during practices and games. Practices are scheduled for Fall with the first games scheduled for August
Monday through Thursday. Practice times will be fifty minutes in length while games will be 26. Game nights are Mondays and Wednesdays
approximately one hour. at the Moccasin Creek Softball Complex. For
Practice Times: 2nd & 3rd grade – 9:00 a.m. 1st grade – 10:00 a.m. more information contact Ace Boschee at
Games will be played on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at Manor Park, 12th Avenue NE and Jay 228-9372.
Street. Game times are at the same time as practice times. Schedules will be provided so parents
can make arrangements for transportation. PETITION PROCESS
Eligibility: Participants must be entering 1st-3rd grades in the fall of 2019. The Aberdeen Parks, Recreation and Forestry
Season: Program begins June 10 and ends July 18. Department has developed a petition process
Equipment: All equipment is provided except for personal items – gloves, caps, and shoes. whereby a youth, with parent’s consent, may
Fee: There is a $25.00 fee to be paid at the time of registration. $3.00 late fee added after May 28. request to move up one level in the Baseball/
Softball Program. Petition applications for
moving up may be picked up at the Parks,
YOUTH SOFTBALL LEAGUES Recreation and Forestry Office. The deadline
for submitting requests is Wednesday, April 24
FAST PITCH SOFTBALL if you plan to register on Summer Registration
Season: Practice begins Monday, June 3. Games begin June 11. The season runs for eight weeks. Kickoff Day. Otherwise, the last day for
Schedules: A, B, and C League games will be held on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Practices will be on submitting requests is Friday, May 10. Youth that
Mondays and Wednesdays. Game times will be at 1:00, 2:15 and 3:30 p.m. will be in 3rd grade Pee-Wee League may also
petition up to the Baseball/Softball Program.
3rd and 4th graders – C League-1:00 p.m. 5th and 6th graders – B League-2:15 p.m.
The Department reserves the right to place the
7th, 8th, 9th – A League-3:30 p.m. 10th, 11th, 12th graders – AA League-3:30 p.m. ball player where they deem are most needed.
Equipment: All equipment is provided except for personal items – gloves, caps and shoes. Players For more information, contact the Aberdeen
may not wear steel cleats. Rubber-soled turf shoes are allowed. Parks, Recreation and Forestry Department
Eligibility: Participants must be entering the 3rd grade in the fall of 2019 to begin in the program. Office at 626-7015.
Fee: There is a $34.00 fee for softball to be paid at the time of registration. $3.00 late fee added
after May 21. HUB CITY
HOT SHOTS
SOFTBALL UNIFORM DISTRIBUTION The Hub City Hotshots
Youth softball players are instructed to stop in during these days at the designated time for their are back for summer
league, or at open times, and receive their softball uniforms. fun! Your home town
Where: Aberdeen Recreation and Cultural Center, 225 3rd Ave SE Expedition League
summer collegiate
Wednesday, June 5 Thursday, June 6 baseball team plays
11:00 a.m.-noon – A & B Leagues 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. – Open (Any player) May 24 through August 3 at beautiful Fossum
Noon-2:00 p.m. – C League/Open (Any player) Field in Aberdeen. Affordable family fun is yours
2:00-4:00 p.m. – Open (Any player) at every Hotshots home game! Find out more
about the Hotshots season, kids’ camps, special
events, tickets, catered party deck nights and
more by visiting www.hubcityhotshots.com.
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LEE PARK GOLF COURSE
1028 8TH AVE NW | 626-7092
2018
NE South Dakota
READERS’
CHOICE
WINNER
SEASON PASSES MONTHLY PAYMENT PLAN AVAILABLE
Adult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $600 A monthly payment plan is available for anyone interested in purchasing a season pass, seasonal cart
rental or annual trail fee. Payments for the season pass, cart rental and trail fee can be spread out
Couple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $850 over a 6 month period with the first payment due on May 15. A bank debit will be made from either
Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $950 your checking or savings account. For more information contact the Aberdeen Parks, Recreation
and Forestry Department at 626-7015 or go to www.aberdeen.sd.us/leepark. The deadline for
College Student . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $340 participating in the payment plan is April 26.
College photo ID must be presented
Junior (18 year of age and under) . . . $195
Weekday Pass (Mon-Fri excludes holidays)
Weekday Adult . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $530
THE FIRST TEE GOLF LESSON PROGRAM
WINNER
Tee it up for the first time and learn the game of golf and The First Tee’s Code of Conduct, Nine Core
Values, golf skills and physically Healthy Habits as well as appreciation of the rules and etiquette
of the game. Ages: 7-17
Weekday Couple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $750
Where: Lee Park Golf Course Begins: Wednesdays, May 29 – July 10
Weekday Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $850
Time: 8:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. or 10:15 a.m. – 11:45 a.m.
Season Trail Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $200 Registration: Register online at www.thefirstteesouthdakota.org anytime before first class.
Daily Trail Fees . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15 For more information call 226-0989 or go to the “Junior Golf” page at www.moccasincreekcc.com.
Fee: $60.00 per person, $150.00 per family maximum, financial assistance is available.
GREENS FEES
Weekdays 9 holes . . . . . . $18.00
Weekend/Holidays 9 holes . . . . . . $20.00
PGA JUNIOR LEAGUE
PGA Junior League is designed to bring a “Little League” atmosphere to the game of golf. Boys and
Weekdays 18 holes . . . . $27.00 girls, age 13 and under, of all backgrounds and skill levels learn and play together in a supportive, two-
Weekend/Holidays 18 holes . . . . $29.00 person scramble format that encourages mentorship, builds confidence and promotes sportsmanship.
Participants receive two team jerseys (home and away), PGA Jr. League ball cap, performance tee-shirt,
Juniors 9 holes . . . . . . . $9.00 bag tag, draw-string bag, and more. League play includes 8 competitions plus practice sessions
Juniors 18 holes . . . . $14.00 with PGA professionals, an opportunity for advancement to post-season and All-Star teams and
access to customized mobile apps and website home pages for our PGA Jr. League team featuring
Golf Cart Rental 9 holes . . . . . . $9.00/ schedules, standings and stats. Registration deadline is May 20. League play begins on June 6. The
person Aberdeen PGA Junior League will consist of teams from Moccasin Creek, Lee Park, and Rolling Hills.
18 holes . . . $15.50/ Go to www.pgajrleague.com to learn more and to register!
person
Pull Cart . . . . . $5.00
FREE YOUTH GOLF
Season Golf Cart
On Monday mornings June 10 through June 24, Lee park offers a free 9 Hole Greens fee for all players
Single . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $445 17 years of age and under. Golfers must tee off before 10:00 a.m. Parents may play with juniors, but
Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $570 will be charged a greens fees with a 25% discount. No golf available on days where events close
the course to golfers. Children under 9 years of age must either play with an adult, or must pass
Driving Range playing ability test administered by golf shop. For more information, call the golf shop at 626-7092.
Regular Bucket (50 balls) . . . . . . . . . . $6.75 Hours: Tee times between 9:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m. Fee: No greens fees. Ages: 8-17
Small Bucket (25 balls) . . . . . . . . . . . . $3.75
Range Card (10% Discount) ���������� $100 GET GOLF READY
Golf Club Rental Available Get Golf Ready was developed to teach new golfers in five lessons. You will be shown that there
are lots of ways to play by combining fun, friends and fitness. Open to the first 10 signups. Call Lee
PUNCH CARD Park golf shop at 626-7092.
When: Mondays, June 10 – July 8 Fee: $150.00
The punch card will allow twelve, 9-hole
rounds of play for a total cost of $200. The
punch card may be used for rounds played
on weekends, weekdays and holidays. The
punch card may be used to play 18 holes Sign up at NOTIFY ME on the City of Aberdeen website www.aberdeen.sd.us/notifyme
with payment of an additional $8.00. to receive notification of canellations of league play, lessons and golf course closures.
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