REGISTRATION for ALL ACTIVITIES START TUESDAY, APRIL 19 Camp Registration at Community Recreation Center 801 2Nd Ave

2016 Summer Guide

REGISTRATION FOR ALL ACTIVITIES START TUESDAY, APRIL 19 Camp registration at Community Recreation Center 801 2nd Ave. N. • 727-6099 All other registration at Park and Recreation 1700 River Drive North • 771-1265 What Do You Love About Great Falls? Our beautiful City with parks, flower gardens, tree lined streets, and landscaped areas? Swimming pools, golf courses, tennis courts, the Community Recreation Center, Riverside Rail Yard Skate Park? The amazing River’s Edge Trail? Youth and adult activities including softball, basketball, volleyball, summer camps, swimming lessons, park programs, junior and adult golf lessons? Special events including Ice Breaker Road Race, Pet & Doll Parade, Easter Egg Hunt, and Electric City Winter Classic Youth Basketball Tournament? Park and Recreation provides all of these services and more. The Park and Recreation Department’s primary focus is to enhance the overall health and livability of our community. This is the number one goal of Park and Recreation, and we continually strive to provide and improve services, programs, events, facilities, parks and urban forest systems that adds beauty, fitness opportunities, and a wealth of other benefits making Great Falls a livable and beautiful community.

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Total customers served • 1,217,751 Park & Recreation Staff • 25 permanent employees • 224 temporary, part-time and on-call employees Divisions • Administration • Aquatics • Community Recreation Center • Forestry • Golf • Parks/River’s Edge Trail • Recreation Park & Natural Resources • 775 acres developed land Benefits of Recreation • 140 acres of undeveloped land • Recreation and park services are often the catalyst for tourism, a growing sector of our economy. • 300 acres conservation lands • Recreation and park services motivate business relocation and expansion in our community. • 57 developed parks • 9 undeveloped parks • Meaningful leisure services reduce the high cost of vandalism and criminal activity. • 1 compost site • Leisure opportunities, facilities and the quality of the local environment are the foundations of • 25 landscaped medians/islands community pride. Recreating together builds strong families, the foundation of a stronger society. • 52 miles of Recreational Trails (21 miles paved) • Leisure opportunities for youth provide positive lifestyle choices and alternatives to self-destructive • 36,000 Tree (boulevards/parks/golf) behavior. Facilities • Pay now or pay more later! Investment in recreation as a preventative health service makes sense. • 52 Facilities • Urban forests and parks create an environment of beauty and are beneficial to our mental health. Golf Courses They attract businesses and tourists, increase property values, and have a positive impact on our • Eagle Falls Golf Club 18 hole – 169.87 acres environment including modifying local climate and reducing noise pollution. • Anaconda Hills Golf Course 18 hole - 130 acres • Rounds played in 2015 – 54,367 Aquatics • Water Tower Pool and Spray Park –2015 attendance: 4,428 • Jaycee Pool and Spray Park - 2015 attendance: 3,212 • Electric City Water Park - 2015 attendance: 24,894 • Morony Natatorium Indoor Pool - 2015 attendance: 26,488 Community Recreation Center • Gym • Stage • Fitness center • Meeting rooms • Day care facility • Dance studio • Café • 96,722 served in 2015 Special Events • Ice Breaker Road Race • Lions Family Fun Fest • Mom and Me Tennis • Steve’s Best Ball Golf Tournament • Pet & Doll Parade • Easter Egg Hunt • Electric City Winter Classic Youth Basketball Tournament • Electric City Challenge Youth Basketball Tournament Skate Park (Riverside Railyard) • 27,000 square feet

Paid Advertising Section Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 • Page 3 Message from 37TH ANNUAL the Director: Over the past year I’ve seen a lot of different programs, met with a lot of different community groups and individuals, and advocated for parks and recreation wherever I go. I’ve also heard a lot of conversations being passed around regarding the possible use of park land for various reasons other than their given ICE BREAKER purpose. During this time I’ve been wondering why parks continue to come up as possible places for new buildings and infrastructure and I can only think of one major reason why this topic continues ROAD RACE to percolate; many people don’t understand the importance a parks and recreation department plays in a community and how it benefits them. So, why do we exist and what role does a parks and recreation department play in the community? Let me begin by saying parks and recreation department’s function and impact communities through three basic pillars; 1) Conservation, 2) Health and Wellness, 3) Social Equity. Conservation – Parks are critical in the role of preserving natural resources that have real economic benefits for communities. Our department strives to protect open space, connect citizens to nature, and provide programming opportunities that help engage S U N DAY RUNNERS • JOGGERS • FITNESS WALKERS APRIL 24 the community in conservation practices. Even our fabulous tree canopy provides many unforeseen economic benefits to the community. Lower air REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND LOCATIONS 2016 EVENT SCHEDULE conditioning costs and reduced heating costs are just Registration starts Monday, March 14th at the Park & March 14 - April 15...... Early bird registration at two of the direct benefits associated with a tree canopy. Recreation Department, 1700 River Drive North. Registration Monday - Friday Great Falls Park and Recreation Trees bring natural elements and wildlife habitats into urban surroundings, all of which increase the quality of forms available online at www.icebreakergf.com; Scheels and 8am to 5pm 1700 River Dr N life of Great Falls residents. Universal Athletics stores. Saturday, April 16...... Early bird registration at Health and Wellness – Park and recreation facilities REGISTERED RUNNERS IN EACH RACE RECEIVE: 10am to 4pm ScheelsHoliday Village Mall provide amenities that promote physical activity, play, • A long sleeve Ice Breaker t-shirt and movement; all of which are essential to living a Availability and size will be on a first come, first serve basis. April 18 - 22...... Late registration* at healthy life. Staff sits on various committees and boards • Lunch with a beverage starting at 1:30pm Monday - Friday Great Falls Park and Recreation that promote exercise, healthy eating and community 8am to 5pm 1700 River Dr N engagement. Events such as the Ice Breaker, Easter Egg • Finisher medallion Hunt or Electric City Winter Classic offer opportunities • An enjoyable running experience! Saturday, April 23 ...... Late registration* & packet to improve one’s health or get out and enjoy themselves ENTRY FEES 10am to 6pm pick-up at GF Civic Center and forget about the stresses of everyday life. Administration •771.1265 Eagle Falls •761.1087 $14 Youth 10 years of age and under Sunday, April 24 ...... RACE DAY! Beat the Chill! Social Equity – Our department strives to gain Joe Petrella, Park and Recreation Director Anaconda Hills Golf Course • 761.8459 universal access to public parks and recreation for Patty Rearden, Deputy Director Connie Cramer-Caouette, LPGA, Golf Manager $20 Adults and youth 11 years of age and over 8am to 1pm Late registration* & packet residents. Staff is consistently trying to find ways Lonnie Dalke, Park Supervisor Keith Hollenback, Eagle Falls Maintenance $58 Family of 4* (not available online) pick-up at GF Civic Center that allow all people to engage and have access to *Family of 4 includes parent(s) and dependents age 1-18 from same household. Jay Rowton, Park Foreman Supervisor $12 each add’l youth from the same family/household 1pm 2pm 3pm the resources and programs we offer. Whether its Todd Seymanski, City Forester Wade Altschwager, Anaconda Hills Maintenance $2 late registration fee per individual on all entries April 18-24 developing playgrounds that provide access to all Steffen Janikula, Rivers Edge Trail Coordinator Supervisor abilities or offering scholarships to programs for those Cindy Stein, Sr. Administrative Assistant PRIZES FOR EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION who cannot afford to pay, it is our belief that we can Sherri Floerchinger, Sr. Account Clerk Park & Recreation Advisory Board Members bring a community together to help improve each and Becky Hapka, Sr. Account Clerk George Geise Erin Madison Granger Boy’s bicycle donated by Pepsi • $200 Value every resident’s quality of life. June Sprout Shirley Davis Girl’s bicycle donated by Pepsi • $200 Value 4pm AWARDS CEREMONY These three pillars are just the tip of the iceberg when Community Recreation Center •727.6099 Lynn Ulmer Oatman Lonnie Hill Peak Health and Wellness Center spa package • $180 Value *Late registration $2 fee assessed per individualon all entries between April 18-24 it comes to all that the Great Falls Park and Recreation Erica McNamee, Community Recreation Center Patrick Carroll Department provides for the community, but I hope Supervisor it makes you think about the many ways parks and Golf Advisory Board Members recreation improves your quality of life. Although we Morony Natatorium Pool • 452.3733 Mark Johnson Lori Muzzana FOR INFO REGISTER ONLINE may be known as “The Department of Fun”, parks and Marian Permann, Aquatics Supervisor Kelly Gilligan 2 open positions www.icebreakergf.com recreation is much more than that and is an essential 406 771.1265 part of any community, especially Great Falls. icebreakergf.com 1700 River Dr North • Great Falls, MT 59401 Leisurely Yours, Disclaimer Joseph D. Petrella, CPRE The City of Great Falls programs, services and facilities are available to all citizens regardless of SPONSORED BY Director of Park and Recreation race, color national origin, sex, age, or disabilities. To make an ADA accommodation request, please call 406-741-1265 two weeks prior to an event, program or registration deadline.

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND LOCATIONS 2016 EVENT SCHEDULE Registration starts Monday, March 14th at the Park & March 14 - April 15...... Early bird registration at Recreation Department, 1700 River Drive North. Registration Monday - Friday Great Falls Park and Recreation forms available online at www.icebreakergf.com; Scheels and 8am to 5pm 1700 River Dr N Universal Athletics stores. Saturday, April 16...... Early bird registration at REGISTERED RUNNERS IN EACH RACE RECEIVE: 10am to 4pm ScheelsHoliday Village Mall • A long sleeve Ice Breaker t-shirt Availability and size will be on a first come, first serve basis. April 18 - 22...... Late registration* at • Lunch with a beverage starting at 1:30pm Monday - Friday Great Falls Park and Recreation 8am to 5pm 1700 River Dr N • Finisher medallion • An enjoyable running experience! Saturday, April 23 ...... Late registration* & packet ENTRY FEES 10am to 6pm pick-up at GF Civic Center

$14 Youth 10 years of age and under Sunday, April 24 ...... RACE DAY! Beat the Chill! $20 Adults and youth 11 years of age and over 8am to 1pm Late registration* & packet $58 Family of 4* (not available online) pick-up at GF Civic Center *Family of 4 includes parent(s) and dependents age 1-18 from same household. $12 each add’l youth from the same family/household 1pm 2pm 3pm $2 late registration fee per individual on all entries April 18-24 PRIZES FOR EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION Boy’s bicycle donated by Pepsi • $200 Value Girl’s bicycle donated by Pepsi • $200 Value 4pm AWARDS CEREMONY Peak Health and Wellness Center spa package • $180 Value *Late registration $2 fee assessed per individualon all entries between April 18-24

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Paid Advertising Section Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 • Page 5 Electric City Water Park 100 River Drive South • 454-9008 OPEN FRIDAY, JUNE 10 through TUESDAY, AUGUST 30

Protect your children by having active adult supervision when you are around water. Open: Sunday-Saturday June 10 – August 30 Labor Day Sept 3 - 5 Schedule Monday – Sunday 12:00-6:00 (Wednesday open until 8pm) Wednesday Family Night Extended hours 6:00-8:00 pm $2 discount on Package A only Excludes August 3 Fair Week Water Walking – Tuesdays & Thursdays 7:00–8:00 am Pool Rentals Wet Your Whistle Pass $4 per day Electric City Water Park 10 visits Enjoy walking outside and getting a great workout. Rent the Water Park for a special birthday or group 10% discount on Package A Only Join us at the Lazy River. This is great resistance party. The facility will be exclusively yours for a Youth (3-17) $90 training for everyone. Class will not be held during private party. Lifeguards, boards, tubes and life Adult $108 inclement weather. jackets provided. Lap Swim Monday- Thursday Monday-Sunday 6:00-8:00 pm or 8:00-10:00 pm Screaming Deal 10:00-11:30 am NO RENTALS ON WEDNESDAY $4.00 per day or $40 per month Rental Fees: Express Pass $750 for entire facility Sunday-Saturday 30 visits (up to 499 people) 25% discount on Package A Only General Information: $500 Flow Rider rental Monday-Friday Spend the summer enjoying the Electric City Water Minimum height for the water slide is 48”. (up to 400 people) Park including the pools, slides, and Flow Rider. The Minimum high temperature for the day is 65° for $500 Mitchell pool and water slides Monday-Friday Express Pass is now available and can be used for pool opening. (up to 500 people) groups or individuals. Purchase at the Park and Recreation Office Only. PACKAGE A Youth (3-17) $225 The Ultimate in summer fun, this package includes Adult $270 the 160’ Tower Power Plunge, two drop slides, the 50 meter Mitchell Pool, Little Squirt Soak Zone, and the Flow Rider. Boogie Board on the Flow Rider or splash down the 87’ long Riptide Slide into the Lazy River. Boards and tubes are included on a first come/first serve Scout Badge Programs basis. Calling all Boy Scouts! Earn your swimming merit Children must be 48” tall to ride the slides. badge and lifesaving merit badge while having Fun! Our certified lifeguards will teach your group Youth 3-17 $10 about water safety, first aid, swimming and rescue Adults $12 techniques. PACKAGE B Program is approx 1.5 hours in length Cool off in the competition size Mitchell Pool and Badge Program Package: the Little Squirts Soak Zone. $20.00 per person (includes full water park pass and Youth 3-17 $3 Badge Merit Program) Adults $5 Minimum 10 participants must register as a group. Children 2 and under free with paying adult (one child free with each paying adult, $2.00 for each Reservations must be made 14 days in advance and additional child.) requires a non refundable group deposit of $50. Full payment required 7 days prior to program start. For more information call 452-3733.

Page 6 • Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 Paid Advertising Section ELECTRIC CITY WATER PARK SPECIAL EVENTS Sunday, June 19 Flow Rider. Bring a can of food during regular hours Wednesday, September 7 Father’s Day (noon to 6pm) put in the food barrel of your favorite Drool in the Pool Father in free with paying family Media Mogul and receive $1 off package A for the 4:00 -7:00 pm Dads be prepared to compete in the fun and games day. Fee: $5 Friday, July 15 Friday, August 26 Let your pooch enjoy the last days of summer at the Pirates’ Cove Party Flintstone Mania! Yabba Dabba Do ECWP 12:00 noon- 11:00 pm 12:00 noon-11:00 pm All dogs are required to have proof of current Fee: $10 All day pass + Movie Fee: $10 All day pass + Movie vaccinations. Fee: $6 for the Dive-in Movie after 6 pm Fee: $6 for the Dive-in Movie after 6 pm No People allowed in pool. Ahoy Matey! Cast your line and join us for our Watch the ECWP transform into Bedrock Village “Pirates’ Cove Party” • scavenger hunt Swim all day, then join us for fun and games that • dino egg toss begin at 6pm: • sponge plunge • best pirate costume • Bedrock bowling • best pirate impression • dine on a tasty Bronto Burger and crazy pop rock • walk the plank crush. • build a pirate ship and race it around the wild Bedrock wouldn’t be complete without watching waves of the Flow Rider the dinosaurs come out in the feature film “Jurassic • 9:15 pm grab a floating vessel, chair or blanket World” and gather around the Mitchell pool for the feature movie the “Goonies” Tuesday, August 30 Concessions will be open offering great food and Back to School Bash drinks throughout the event. 12:00 noon – 6:00 pm Sunday, August 7 Fee: $10 youth, $12 adult Race Montana Triathlon Prepare yourself for the ultimate obstacle race on 7:00 am-12:00 noon the WIBIT, this wild and wacky course is a great For more information call 761-2222 way to end your summer fun. Participants must be Tuesday, August 9 able to swim independently and without a lifejacket Celebrity Flow Rider Competition to play on the wibit. Patrons may be asked to do a 6:00 pm-8:00 pm swim test prior to participating. All day long you will Surfs up for Montana Media Celebrities! Watch have the opportunity to win prizes, play games and your favorite Celebrity show off their skills on the have a Great Last Day of Summer.

Paid Advertising Section Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 • Page 7 Natatorium Swimming Pool 111 12th Street North • 452-3733 Pool Size: 25’x75’ Water Temperature: 84-85 degrees Pool Depth: 31/2’ to 12’ Drop Slides: 2

Protect your children by having active adult supervision when you are around water. Open Swim Saturday’s 1:00-5:00 pm Sept - May Junior Lifeguard Workshop This class offers participant complete knowledge Natatorium pool fees Ages 11 -15. Class offers lifeguarding basics. and training to be certified as a lifeguard. Fees: Youth age 3-17 $2.50 Participants will need paper, pencil, extra clothes Lifeguarding is a serious job requiring a great deal Adults age 18+ $3.50 to swim in (long pants and t-shirt) swim suit & of knowledge of water safety and rescue, strong Children under 3 free with paying adult (one child/ towel. After completion of course and volunteering swimming skills and making split second decisions. adult; $1.50 for each additional child) for one shift at the ECWP or 8 hrs at the Morony Class offers approximately 40 hours of course work Natatorium, you will receive a t-shirt and a full day and physical training. Applicants must attend all Natatorium Rentals pass to the Electric City Water Park. Classes held at classes to become certified. Certification includes September thru June the Natatorium. CPR PRO, Oxygen Administration, First Aid and Rent the pool for a birthday party or a group swim. Participants only need to attend one class. Lifeguarding. This certification allows you to work The facility is exclusively yours, lifeguards are June 24 9:00-12:00 at any aquatic facility. provided. (Not available July/August.) July 8 9:00-12:00 $75 refund on class fees for new certification if you Friday 6:00-8:00 July 22 9:00-12:00 are hired by the City of Great Falls and complete an Saturday 5:00-7:00 7:00-9:00 Fee: $10 entire season of work (June through August). Sunday 12:00-2:00 2:00-4:00 4:00-6:00 6:00-8:00 Partial Scholarships are available and are based on Lifeguard Certification Course HUD guidelines. Fee: $130 for two hours (1 - 50 people) April 15, 16, 17, & 22, 23 and 24 For more information about Lifeguard Certification $170 for two hours (over 50 people) 8:00-5:00 call Bev at 452-3733. Add the inflatable Dragon for an additional$75. May (call for dates and times) Add the Wibit rental for an addional $150 6 pieces - entrance, deck, ladder, slide, bridge & American Red Cross Certification water pit. • Age 15 years & older Lifeguard Recertification Course April & May (call for dates and times) YMCA Certification For those who have already received their Adult Programs • Age 16 years & older Aquatic Solutions certification in lifeguarding and need to update. Tuesday -Thursday Fee: $175 Fee: $75 Designed for individuals with arthritis, fibromyalgia, Multiple Sclerosis and orthopedic related injuries. Certified instructors teach various water exercises designed to improve and/or maintain quality of life. April-May 10:00 & 11:00 am June-July 11:15 am Fee: $4/day $30/month Lap Swim Monday-Thursday April-June 9 6:00 am, 8:00 am, 9:00am 12:00 pm, 7:00 pm Fee: $4/day $30/month Water Aerobics Monday-Thursday April-June 9 7:00 am, 3:00 pm, 6:00 pm Monday & Wednesday April-June 9 10:00 am Monday-Thursday June 13-July 28 6:15 pm Fee: $4/day $30/month Page 8 • Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 Paid Advertising Section SWIMMING LESSONS Swim Lessons are a Lifelong Natatorium Swimming Pool skill that should never be Ages 4 & older overlooked. If your child is Classes offered for beginners to 3 years or older and hasn’t advanced. Monday-Friday for two spent much time in the water weeks, with last day of class held at or seems afraid to go into the the Electric City Water Park (time to be water, it’s a good idea to take announced at each class) a parent-child class together Fee: $45 prior to signing them up for a *$5 discount to 2nd child in family regular swim lesson. Polliwog Swim lessons for children Emphasis on personal safety. Personal ages 3 and older are cen- growth, beginning stroke development tered on aquatic readiness with front, side and back float. skills that are geared to the Guppy child’s age, development Emphasis on personal safety. Personal level, and individual ability. These classes are grouped growth with stroke development with Polliwog/Guppies Times Available by both age and skill level. floating, diving, bobbing and treading June 13-24 9:00 1:00 2:10 4:00 5:10 (30 min class) Beginning preschoolers water. Progression from Polliwog. June 27-July 8 9:00 1:00 2:10 4:00 5:10 (30 min class) (children ages 3-5) take July 11-22 9:00 1:00 2:10 4:00 5:10 (30 min class) Minnow classes with other beginning July 25-August 5 9:00 1:00 2:00 4:00 5:00 (45 minute class) Emphasis on personal safety. Personal preschoolers and beginning growth with paddle, breast stroke, side Minnows to Porpoise Times Available grade-schoolers (children stroke and crawl. Progression from June 13-24 9:35 1:35 2:45 4:35 5:45 (30 min class) ages 6-8) take classes with Guppy. June 27-July 8 9:35 1:35 2:45 4:35 5:45 (30 min class) other beginners their age. Fish July 11-22 9:35 1:35 2:45 4:35 5:45 (30 min class) Working in small groups Emphasis on personal safety. Personal July 25-August 5 9:00 1:00 2:00 4:00 5:00 (45 minute class) (generally 5 or less), kids growth with breast, back, side strokes, learn simple water-safety butterfly and surface dive. Progression SKIPPERS Parent/Child Aquatic Program rules, breath control, and from Minnow. Fee: $6/day or $45/month basic arm and leg move- A progression towards developing personal growth, personal safety and rescue skills ments. As child gets older Flying Fish using songs, games and stunts with an instructor who leads them in guided discovery. and gains more experience Emphasis on personal safety. Personal Ages 6 month to 4 years depending on comprehension and ability. Parent/guardian in the water, they will be growth, crawl, breast, side butterfly and participation required in the water. introduced to more advanced underwater swim. Progression from Times Available swimming skills. Fish. June 13-July 6 11:15 5:00 Monday & Wednesday Shark July 11- Aug 3 11:15 5:00 Monday & Wednesday Emphasis on personal safety. Personal growth, crawl, breast, sidestroke, butterfly, individual medley and rescue. Progression from Flying Fish. Porpoise Emphasis on personal safety. Personal growth, leadership, increasing stroke speed, individual medley, double trundgen crawl and rescue. Progression from Shark.

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Paid Advertising Section Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 • Page 9 Neighborhood Pools WATER TOWER POOL AND JAYCEE POOL OPEN SATURDAY, JUNE 25 THROUGH FRIDAY, AUGUST 19 1:00 to 5:45 pm

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supervision when you are around water. Youth 3-17 $2.50 PUNCH CARD AVAILABLE Adults $3.50 purchase at the Park and Recreation office SPRAY PARKS ONLY - FREE Children 2 and under free with paying adult (one 10 time youth pass $25 June 10 – 24 1:00 – 5:00 pm child free with each paying adult, $1.50 for each 10 time adult pass $35 August 20 –30 1:00 – 5:00 pm additional child) JAYCEE POOL 4th Street & 26th Avenue NE General Information: Minimum high temperature 727-1080 for the day is 65° for pool opening. Limited concessions are available. WATER TOWER POOL 34th Street & 7th Avenue South 761-4320 Jaycee Pool And Water Tower Pool - Rentals Rent the pool for a birthday party or group swim. The facility will be exclusively yours for a private party. Lifeguards are provided. Inquire by calling Park and Recreation office, 771-1265. June 25 – August 16 Monday - Sunday 6:00pm - 8:00pm Rental Fees: $150 up to 50 people $200 over 50 people

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Page 10 • Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 Paid Advertising Section Summer Camp Programs Community Recreation Center 801 2nd Ave. No. 727-6099 Summer Camp Programs The Community Recreation Center is excited to present a tremendous opportunity for children entering grades K-8. Full day camps run from 7:30-5:30 Monday-Friday Activity times are 9:00-3:30 Kiddie Camp for children entering kindergarten-1st grade $110 per week Kids Camp for children entering Grade 2-3 $110 per week Exploer’s Camp for children entering Grade 4-5 $110 per week Outdoor Adventure Camp for children entering Grade 6-8 $135 per week How do I register for programs? • Registration begins on Tuesday, April 19th at 6:30am @ the Community Recreation Center 801 2nd Ave North • Register on-line at www.greatfallsmt.net • Registration is on a first come first serve basis • Campers can be put on a waiting list if camp is full • Late registration will be accepted after camp begins • Camp will not be prorated • Campers must be the required age at the start of their camp

Important Information Scholarships: Scholarships are available and are based on HUD guidelines. Registration Policy: At time of registration a $25 non refundable deposit ($50 for outdoor camp) per camp is required to hold your child’s spot. The re- maining balance is due 7 days prior to camp starting. Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be given 7 days prior to the start of the camp, $25 deposit will not be refunded. Any cancellations less than 7 days will forfeit total amount paid, unless we can fill the opening. Credit will not be given for absences or no-shows. What Your Child Needs: Please provide your child with a sack lunch, water bottle, snack, sunscreen, bug spray and appropriate clothing for the weather that day.

Paid Advertising Section Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 • Page 11 Kiddie Camp Kid’s Camp FEE $110 per week – $25 deposit due at the time of registration FEE $110 per week – $25 deposit due at the time of registration For children entering kindergarten and first grade. We provide a fun and safe environment for your For children entering second through third grade. Hurry in quick because spaces are limited and the children while encouraging them to learn and explore new things. Please provide your child with the fun is guaranteed. This is a wonderful opportunity for your children to go on field trips, meet new appropriate clothing for the weather, a sack lunch, 2 snacks, water bottle, bug spray and sunscreen. friends and learn new things. Please provide your child with a sack lunch, water bottle, 2 snacks, bug spray and sunscreen and the appropriate clothing for the weather and activities of that day. June 13-17 Little Einstein’s June 13-17 Silly Scientists Our young campers will make many discoveries through These scientists will observe chemical reactions, experiment science experiments and actives. with gravity and magnets, and discover interesting facts about June 20-24 Animals and Insects the world around them. These young explores’ will discover new and wonderful things June 20-24 Adventure Seekers about the creatures that they share the world with. This is a jammed packed adventure week. We will go to the June 27-July 1 Sports Discovery movies, roller skate, swim, explore museums, and more. These young athletes will experience many types of sports June 27-July 1 Sports Adventures and get an understanding of the skills required and the rules Campers will get to interact with their peers while participating involved in at least 10 different sports. in a wide variety of sports and games. July 5-8 Wild, Wild West July 5-8 Montana Heritage During this week the campers will play wild west games, learn Campers will make root beer float, enjoys America’s favorite wild west ways of building and cooking. They will go to a past times like baseball and kite flying, and visit historical museum and see wild west artifacts. Montana venues. July 11-15 Art and Play July 11-15 Invent and Create The campers will play with the art they make. They will We will invent machines and games, have scientific races, and compete and create with art materials. create beautiful and interesting art. July 18-22 Electric City Park Patrol July 18-22 Park Play Our campers will tour the many different parks located in Campers will go to several of the parks in Great Falls. We will Great Falls. They will play on the equipment and learn new play games, have races and much more. ways to play in the city parks. July 25-29 Wilderness Fun July 25-29 Let’s Get Dirty A hiking we will go. This week we will take the kids on two Sand castles, flubber, finger painting and more, don’t wear hikes, explore Giant Springs and the First Peoples Buffalo Jump your good clothes this week, we will be getting messy. and fish at Wadsworth pond. August 1-5 Turtles and Tadpoles August 1-5 Wet and Wild Plan on your little camper getting wet this week. We will be A week of swimming and water play. The campers will go to participating in lots of water play here at the Recreation Center all three outdoor pools, and visit a local swimming hole located as well as going to the two outdoor neighborhood pools. in a natural environment. August 8-12 Young Explores August 8-12 Ready Set Go Our young explores will go on many hikes in and around Great Competitions, races, and team building are all part of this week. Falls. August 15-19 Super Swimmers August 15-19 Under the Sea Jaycee, Water Tower and Mitchell are all places the campers This is the second week of water play. They will go to the two will play at, not to mention two local, yet natural, recreational neighborhood pools and one out of town watering hole. sites.

Page 12 • Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 Paid Advertising Section Explorer’s Camp Outdoor Adventure Camp Fee: $110 per week – $25 deposit due at the time of registration Fee: $135 per week - $50 deposit due at the time of registration For children entering fourth through fifth grade. There are 36 spots available per camp. These camps For children entering 6th, 7th and 8th grade. There are only 13 spots available per camp. The will divide its time between the Recreation Center and field trips leaving the facility 3-5 times each week. fee covers transportation, camp counselors, and all activity fees. These campers can travel as Please provide your child with a sack lunch, water bottle, 2 snacks, bug spray and sunscreen and the far as 90 miles in any direction and they play hard. They will need to bring a sack lunch, extra appropriate clothing for the weather and activities of that day. snacks, and a refillable water bottle and wear appropriate clothing for the weather and activities June 13-17 Scientists of that day. Children will work together to seek innovative solutions and June 13-17 Hiking designs that will sharpen critical thinking and creative problem Come enjoy the beauty of Montana by hiking along some of solving. the state’s finest lakes and mountain, all while learning the essentials of safe hiking and packing. June 20-24 Raiders We will seek adventure in as much of Great Falls as we can fit into June 20-24 Wilderness Adventures one week. Parks, movies, roller skating, bowling are just a few of Learn how to set up camp, have fire starting competitions the adventures we will go on. and most importantly how to roast the perfect marshmallow. June 27-July 1 Sports Fanatics June 27-July 1 Survivor Basketball, baseball, football, tennis, hockey, golf and more! This Test your skills and smarts against the other campers to see week the kids will experiment with many different sports, while who will survive Montana. Develop elements of survival in having fun with competition. shelter, first aid, fire building, and much more. July 5-8 Hometown USA July 5-7 Ghost Town Adventure BBQ’s, Wiffle ball tourney’s, root beer floats, and water play just to Discover the past of Montana ghost towns by exploring the name a few of the experiences we will participate in this week. most well preserved town, Garnett. A fun filled day will be followed by a one night camping trip full of scary stories! July 11-15 Discover Montana The overnight trip will take place on the second day of The Big Sky State has many things to offer. Fishing, hiking, camp. Feel free to call with any questions, 727-6099. swimming is just a few of the things we will be doing this week. July 11-15 Hiking 2 July 18-22 Park and Recreation Join us hiking across Montana and foster skills in Did you know that Great Falls has 57 parks? We will have a penny appreciating the environment, developing self-esteem, and carnival, relay races, win it in a minute challenges, and a lot more instilling a spirit of adventure. actives for them. July 18-22 Water Adventure July 25-29 Wild for Wilderness Come cool off with us during our water adventure camp. A hiking we will go. This week we will take the kids on two hikes, We will swim, Kayak, and fish in some of Montana’s most explore Giant Springs and the First Peoples Buffalo Jump and fish sought after lakes and rivers. at Wadsworth pond. July 25 -29 Outdoor Sports and Recreation August 1-5 Swim I Find a new niche in some fun outdoor sports that you Bring your beach towel and swim suit this week because we are don’t get to try every day. We will try out new sports from getting wet. We will go to the 3 city pools this week and 2 local throwing horseshoes to archery. So come join the fun, find swimming holes. new adventures and challenge your friends. August 8-12 Adventure Challenge August 1-5 Amazing Race The kids will be broken up into teams this week and each team will Compete against your peers to test your knowledge at a compete in challenges and races. Friday we will celebrate the end variety of skills and obstacle courses. See if you have what of summer and the winners. it takes to be an amazing race winner. August 15-19 Swim II Let’s take a plunge. Swim everyday this week, so bring your swim suit and towel. Campers will visit all 3 city pools and two swimming holes.

Paid Advertising Section Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 • Page 13 Art Camp New These classes will be held at 501 River Drive North, The World of Elks Riverside Park, the building near the skate park. Beginner artist - ages 4-6 Creative artist - ages 7-12 Fee: $40 Fee: $60 Game Design When: Monday thru Friday When: Monday thru Friday Time: 10:00-11:30 Time: 1:00-3:30 July 11—15 Multi Media Art We will be trying different art forms combining a variety of mediums to make fun and interesting pieces. We will make both 2D and sculptural Campers 4th through 12th Grade projects which makes it a great week to just let will learn from members of Team loose and explore. KAIZEN (www.TeamKAIZENgames. July 18-22 Drawing and Painting com), Montana’s 1st PlayStation We’re going to focus on 2 dimensional art this Certified Video Game Studio. In this week. Tips and tricks for both realistic and camp, kids will learn about the real imaginative styles will be explored. Practice is the life Science, Technology, Engineer- key. We give you the tools and you get creative ing, Art, Math and Career Opportu- with them. nities provided in the video game industry. Through a combination of hands-on/physical activities and digital activities, they’ll see how the Video Game Industry can turn their passion into a career and change them from consumers to producers of content. Where: Community Recreation Center Fee: $60 When: June 27 through July 1 Time: 1:30 to 3:30

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Quick Start Tennis Program Football Camp The Community Recreation Center will be hosting four sessions of the quick Coach Cramer Caouette invites any young person in grade 3-6 to Montana Park start tennis program this summer. The first two sessions will be for teaching the for Football camp. You will learn the basic skills of competitive football, camp fundamental skills of tennis; the last two sessions will be focusing on competi- will cover footwork, agility drills, blocking, passing, ball security, catching, route tive tennis. Each session will be two hours long for four days. Program will be running, form tackling (non-contact), and defensive coverage. The last day of held at Hurd Tennis Courts, 501 River Drive North camp will be a scrimmage to showcase the skills they have learned. Family Fee: $60 per session and friends are invited to watch. Camp is limited to 40 participants. Fee: $60 includes t-shirt Tennis Fundamentals Competitive Tennis Football Camp June 27 - 30 July 5 - 8 Grades 3 - 6 Age 6 - 8 9:00 - 11:00 Age 6 - 8 9:00 - 11:00 July 11 - 14 Age 9 - 12 12:00 - 2:00 Age 9 - 12 12:00 - 2:00 10:00 - 12:00 Montana Park Volleyball Camps Community Recreation Center will be hosting two Volleyball camps this summer. The first camp will be teaching the basic fundamentals of Volleyball, whereas the second will coach the finer points of competitive Volleyball. Please bring 11th Annual Blewett Kicking Camp your water bottle, athletic shoes and Volleyball spirit. Camp held at the Com- Teaches the fundamentals of the kicking game in football (field goal kicking, munity Recreation Center. punting, and kick- offs). Soccer and football players are welcome. This is the Fee: $60 includes T-shirt only camp of its kind in Montana. Instructor: Nikea Voegel, Volleyball Coach Put on by former Great Falls High School Athletes – line up consists of… Volleyball Fundamentals Competitive Volleyball Skills • Anders Blewett, kicked for Harvard University Grade 3 - 6 Grade 6 - 8 • Drew Blewett, played at Tufts University June 27 - 30 July 11 - 14 • Tyler Bolton kicked for Montana State University 10:00 - 12:00 10:00 - 12:00 • Trevor Bolton presently kicks for Montana State University Fee: Free Basketball Camp Grades 8 - 12 Head Girls Basketball Coach for Belt High, Jeff Graham, and GFHS Girls Coach, June 22 5:30 - 7:00 pm Chad Getten invite you to a basketball camp at the Community Recreation June 29 5:30 - 7:00 pm Center. Players will work on agility drills for footwork, basketball terminol- • Please bring footballs, tees and soccer or low-top cleats if you have them ogy and communication, jump stops, form shooting, ball handling, passing, Paris Gibson Education Center Football Field rebounding, setting and reading screens, and properly playing on ball and off ball defense. The last day of camp will have a series of games and relays on the skills they have learned through the week competing for prizes. Every- body will be a winner! Pickleball Lessons Fee: $60 per player includes t-shirt Pickleball is traditionally played on a badminton-sized court with special Fundamental Skills Fundamental Skills Skill Development for Pickleball paddles made of wood or high-tech aerospace materials. The ball for Girls for Boys Girls and Boys used is similar to a wiffle ball, but slightly smaller. The lower net and wiffle ball Grade 3 - 6 Grade 3 - 6 Grade 6 - 8 allow the game to be accessible to people of all ages and abilities while still June 20 - 23 June 20 - 23 July 18 - 21 allowing more competitive players to test their mettle. 10:00 - 12:00 1:00 - 3:00 1:00 - 3:00 Register at the Community Recreation Center. Age 12+ Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm Youth Boot Camp Fee: $10 Exercises using body weights, sprinting, jumping, pushups, pull ups, Session 1: April 11 & 18 burpees and more at the Community Recreation Center. Session 2: May 9 & 16 Fee: $60 per student includes t-shirt Monday Night Pickleball League – 4 people round robin separated into Ages: 10 - 12 Time: 7:30 - 8:15 am Monday - Thursday division of skill. Held at Hurd Tennis Courts Ages: 13 - 15 Time: 8:30 - 9:30 am Monday - Thursday Register by June 1 Fee: $10 Session 1 June 13 - 30 Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm Session 2 July 11 - 28 League nights - June 13, 20 & 27, July 11, 18 & 25 Session 3 August 1 - 18 Paid Advertising Section Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 • Page 15 Community Recreation Fitness Center The FITNESS Center at the Community Recreation Center has something for everyone who is looking for physical exercise. • Free Weights • Smith Machine • Heavy Bag • Speed Bag • Circuit Equipment • Treadmills • Elliptical Machines • Stairmaster • Summit Trainer • Stationary Bikes • Incumbent Bike • Steam room • Sauna • Dance Studio • Full Court Gym Hours of Operation Monday-Thursday...... 6:00am-9:00pm Friday...... 6:00am-7:00pm Saturday...... 9:00am-2:00pm Sunday closed Membership Fees No initiation fees! No contracts! Includes Insanity, PiYo, Zumba & WOD class! (noon basketball not included) Daily Pass $5 Monthly Pass $25 3 Month $65 9 Month $120 Year Pass $225 Community Recreation Center Offers 10 time punch card $40 Community Recreation Center Facility Rental Family Membership $50 Rentals available for special events 2 adults and 2 children in same household, children 16 • Meetings and under need to be accompanied by an adult. Must be • Birthdays 11 years old to work out in fitness center. • Anniversaries Dual Membership $40 • Whatever the occasion Dual membership gives members access to the Meeting Rooms $15 per hour Community Recreation Fitness Center and the Morony Gym $30 per hour * Natatorium lap swim and water aerobic classes. Mezzanine $10 per hour Dance studio $15 per hour Insanity Class instructor – Crystal Skinner Stage $10 per hour Monday 5:30pm-6:30pm After hours $15 per hour Saturday 8:30am-9:30am *No food or drink in gym, rooms available for food for an PiYo Class instructor - Aprill Barber additional fee. Monday 6:00am-7:00am Wednesday 5:30pm-6:30pm COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER OFFERS Saturday 10:00am-11:00am • Gym • Stage WOD – Workout of the Day instructor -Brooke Wrobel • Fitness Center • Burger Bunkers Tuesday & Thursday 6:00am-7:00am • Adult Noon ball • A Child’s World Day Care Noon Basketball: Tuesday &Thursday 6:15pm-7:15pm • Toastmasters • Weight Watchers Mondays and Fridays noon to 1:00 Monday & Wednesday 12:10pm-12:50pm • Home School PE • After School Programs (not included with membership) 55+ Circuit Training – Starts in June • School’s Out Fun Days • Summer Camps Fees: $3 per time Monday & Wednesday 10:00am-11:00am • Youth Basketball • Parent/Tot Club $25 10x punch card • Zumba Dance

When School is out and there is nothing to do, nowhere to go, things are looking blue, come to the Community Recre- Schools Out ation Center for tons of fun, we provide an adventure, for everyone. AGES: 5-12 TIME: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm Fun Days FEE Only: $25 daily Dates: October 20-21 December 22-30 March 13, 2017 2016-17 April 13-18, 2017

Page 16 • Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 Paid Advertising Section Community Recreation Fitness Center Golf Great Falls Come out and enjoy our two beautiful city golf courses. We offer full services, daily rates, season passes, junior rates, driving range, club rental, motor and pull cart rentals, concessions and lessons. Tee times can be made as early as 2 days in advance by phone or on-line @ Eagle Falls Golf Club or Anaconda Hills Golf Course. Eagle Falls Golf Club 1025, 25th St., Great Falls, MT 406-761-1078 Connie Cramer-Caouette - LPGA/Manager Keith Hollenback – GCSAA Greens Superintendent Summer of 16 Girls Golf Program “First Tee” Junior Golf Program Located along the Missouri River, the course has 10 Day Program Monday-Thursday June 20-23 generous sized greens and sculpted bunkers, lakes, July 11-15 and July 18-22 8:00-10:00 or 10:30- 12:30 fountains and trees adding beauty and strategy From 9am – 10:30 am Friday, June 24 - 9 hole tournament for our guests. Golfers can choose their challenge Anaconda Hills Golf Course 8:30 and length of play from four sets of tees ranging Fee: $40 Lessons held @ Anaconda Hills Golf Course from 5,234 to 6,571 yards. The championship, 2400 Smelter Ave., Black Eagle par 71 course, is well bunkered and finishes with Great Falls Park and Recreation Department is Fee: $35 a challenging par 4 eighteenth dogleg right, which offering a Girls Golf Program at Anaconda Hills. requires a well placed tee shot, followed by an The program is administered by Connie Cramer The Great Falls City golf courses will again join the accurate approach over water to a heavily bunkered Caouette LPGA, golf staff and the valued help of some nationwide “First Tee” Junior Golf Program this green. dedicated moms, dads, and knowledgeable golfers summer. This program is based on applying golf who want to share their love of the game. skills and etiquette to life skills, and is endorsed by Anaconda Hills Golf Course the USGA, PGA and LPGA organizations. 2400 Smelter Ave, Black Eagle, MT We Empower girls by teaching them a game they 406-761-8459 can enjoy for a lifetime First Tee instructors are Connie Cramer Caouette, Connie Cramer-Caouette - LPGA/Manager We Enrich their lives by expanding their minds and LPGA Professional, Hans Fehres, Rex Jewett, and Wade Altschwager – GCSAA Greens Superintendent giving them confidence to dream big and accomplish Roland Leitheiser. their goals This 18 hole, par 69 course offers a unique golfing We Engage the girls with strong female role models Young golfers will cover a wide range of golf activi- experience for golfers of all skill levels. Located on and inspire them to make a difference in their ties, including etiquette, skills competitions, games, the bluff above the Missouri River, it features great communities play on the course, and a scavenger hunt. Topics views of the city, the river and the surrounding We Exercise their minds and bodies and help them such as integrity, honesty, and perseverance will mountains. Built in the 1920’s, the front nine realize their true potential be covered on a daily basis to emphasize skills rolls up and down between mature cottonwood, We Energize them with our vitality and enthusiasm necessary for success not only in the game of golf, and spruce trees, offering a traditional parkland by sharing our love for the game. but in life. atmosphere. The back nine is a links-style design Friday, the 24th will culminate in a 9 hole golf with natural rough, ponds and ravines providing The “Summer of 16” Girls Golf program will include tournament for both classes at 8:30 a.m. plenty of challenges. The 18 holes consist of two practicing introductions and working to build Children must be 9 years old or older. Sorry no par fives, eleven par fours, and five par threes. confidence in meeting and greeting others. Learn exceptions can be made. Superb golfing and great wildlife viewing including safety on a golf course and in life. You will have the For more information call 771-1265 resident bald eagles, mule deer, hawks and more. opportunity to invite a friend for the day and make your own sun visors. Daily schedules include game 2016 Golf Season Hours improving activities like snag relays, range practice, Accept Course and scramble events. You’ll have a chance to learn Tee Times Opens about women’s golf history with a live face time March 15 – 31 9:30am 10:00am question and answer session with one of the original April 1 – 30 8:30am 9:00am LPGA Founders, Shirley Spork! May 1 – 31 7:30am 8:00am June 1- Aug 31 6:30am 7:00am Program open to girls age 7-17, (girls under 9 must Sept 1- 30 7:30am 8:00am be accompanied by an adult) Oct 1 – 31 9:30am 10:00am Local women golfers including high school and college golfers willing to volunteer their time and share their knowledge and enthusiasm of golf are encouraged to contact Connie Cramer Caouette 761-8459 or 761-1078.

Paid Advertising Section Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 • Page 17 Buy or renew a season pass online or book tee times Fear Golf It’s convenient and fast! To create an account: No More! • Google Eagle Falls Golf Club or Anaconda Hills Golf Course Any group can request no one be paired up • Select City of Great Falls with them if they prefer to play alone. Exclusive • Select passes and tee times tee times can be made at Anaconda Hills on • Follow instructions to create an account Friday, Saturday, and Sunday after 1:00, upon • Tee times will be accepted online as early as 15 minutes after opening the daily tee sheet, and up to 2 days course availability. Ideal for beginners, juniors in advance. and families to have a chance to play golf at a If you already have an account, just sign in. relaxed and leisurely pace. New Eagle Falls App …it’s Free! Many of you take your smart phones on the course, so why not use it to help your golf game? Download the Eagle Falls Golf Club free app on your phone, and take advantage of what it has to offer: • Course layout with GPS distances • Tourney and personal scoring • Automatic dial to the golf shop or Putter’s concession • Post your scores right to the Montana State Golf Association handicap service.

2016 Season Golf Rates Anaconda Hills Eagle Falls Both Golf Course Golf Club Golf Courses SEASON PASS Adult Full Season Pass $510 $600 $700 Adult Restricted Season Pass $395 $480 $540 TRAIL FEE Daily Trail Fee Junior Full Season Pass $210 $230 $255 $15 Season Trail Free (good at both courses) Junior Restricted Season Pass $170 $180 $190 $300

GREEN FEES 18 Hole Green Fee (weekday) $26 $32 CART RENTAL 18 Hole Green Fee (weekend) $30 $35 Cart Rental 9 Hole (*per person) $10* 9 Hole Green Fee (weekday) $16 $19 Cart Rental 18 Hole (*per person) $15* 9 Hole Green Fee (weekend) $18 $20 Annual Cart Pass $715 Junior Green Fee (all day weekday) $15 $17 Junior Green Fee (all day weekend) $17 $18 GREEN FEE SPECIALS Weekday Swing Time 1:00-4:00 $18 $21 Season Pass Terms and Conditions: 2016 Golf Season Passes are Weekend Swing Time 2:00-on $21 $25 valid from March 15 through October 31st. Golf Staff reserves the Swing Time Cart Rental (*per person) $12* $12* discretion to close courses for golf cart traffic, maintenance procedures, or hours of operation due to inclement weather. If a course is not available for play, a pass holder who has purchased a single course season pass to • Cart Fees are per rider. Any spectators, or accompanying children will be charged for another seat the closed course does not receive the privilege to play the other course • Swing Time available between 1-4 weekdays and after 2pm weekends at no charge. Rainchecks will be given and redeemed from the course at which the • Junior fee is for those under age 18 at the time of purchase green fee was purchased for the following reasons: • Green fees and rain checks are nontransferable between courses 1. Dangerous situations such as lightning • Non golfing children must be at least 5 years of age before being allowed on the course 2. Course closes for play due to unplayable situations such as snow or heavy rains Page 18 • Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 Paid Advertising Section Footgolf Anaconda Hills Golf Course Footgolf is a combination of the popular sports of soccer and golf. It is played with a regulation #5 soccer ball at a golf facility on shortened holes. There will be 18 holes of footgolf offered on the front 9 only. The rules largely correspond to the rules of golf. This sport has gained in popularity worldwide and more recently here in the United States. Come join us as we try out this new activity here in Great Falls. For more information or to set up a tee time call Anaconda Hills Golf Course 406-761-8459. Fees: 1. Adult 18 holes: $ 14 2. Junior 18 holes: $10 ( 17 and under) 3. Fee is good for all day. 4. A limited number of balls are available to use. 5. Tee times can be made 24 hours in advance. Please identify as footgolf. 6. Golf Memberships are not valid for footgolf.

Disc Golf Two Courses in Great Falls Disc Golf, also known as Frisbee Golf or Folf, is becoming a favorite pastime for people of all ages across the country. Here in Great Falls our Parks and Recreation is ahead of the curve, offering two complete courses which are open to the public at no charge. The Warden Park Disc Golf Course, located at 201 13th Ave South, boasts 18 holes and state-of-the-art equipment. This course is designed for players of all skill levels. The West Bank Course is located at 1600 4th Ave NE and features nine holes beautifully positioned along the majestic Missouri River. The Rivers Edge Trail conveniently connects the two courses, allowing you to enjoy a full round of 27 holes and views of Great Falls from every angle. “Fitness from Aerobics to Zumba” Affordable&Convenient Open 24/7 365 aaapctapriceea that can’tc be beat! $29.95 Included in All Memberships: Free Towels, Classes&Daycare!

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Great Falls Community Concert Association Great Falls Youth Orchestra Auditions Tom Rigney & Flambeau Wednesday, April 27 and Thursday, April 28 Saturday, April 5, 7:30 p.m. Mansfield Theater Mansfield Theater Call 406-453-4102 Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office Miss Rodeo Montana Fundraiser Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Friday, April 29, Doors at 5:00 p.m. Giant Springs Big Game Banquet Mansfield Convention Center Saturday, April 9, 5:00 p.m. Mansfield Convention Center Great Falls Symphony Orchestra Call 406-899-7593 Finale in Four Seasons featuring Bella Hristova Saturday, April 30, 7:30 p.m. Mansfield Theater Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office

Benefis Health Systems Foundation Mayfaire, a Benefit for Emergency Services Saturday, May 14, 5:30 p.m. Mansfield Convention Center Call 455-5840 Downtown Great Falls Association Grizzly Scholarship Association Taste of Great Falls Annual Barbeque Thursday, June 16, 5:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 17, 5:00 p.m. Whittier Park Mansfield Convention Center Call 406-453-6151 Call 406-899-0874 Broadway in Great Falls Lewis and Clark Foundation Blue Man Group Bluegrass in the Park Thursday, April 14, and Friday, April 15, 7:30 p.m. Friday, June 17, Gates at 5:00 p.m. Mansfield Theater Gibson Park Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office

Central Catholic High School Great Falls Municipal Band “Celebration16” A Summer Patriotic Revue Dinner, Music, Live & Silent Auctions Wednesday, June 29, 5:30 p.m. Saturday, April 16, 5:30 p.m. Mansfield Convention Center Mansfield Convention Center Free and public invited Call 406-216-3344 Mansfield Box Office: Lewis and Clark Foundation http://ticketing.greatfallsmt.net Trail Mixer, Dinner & Auction 406-455-8514 Benefiting the Lewis and Clark Foundation & Mansfield Convention Center, Use Door “C” Interpretive Center Great Falls Civic Center Tuesday, April 19, 5 p.m. Mansfield Convention Center Room to Celebrate! Call 406-452-5661 Plan your next party at The Mansfield! Montana Federal Credit Union Graduation, Weddings, Receptions, Broadway in Great Falls 76th Annual Meeting & Anniversaries and other Special Occasions An Evening with Johnny Mathis Member Appreciation Banquet Call 406-455-8510 Friday, April 22, 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 19, 5:30 p.m. [email protected] Mansfield Theater Mansfield Convention Center www.greatfallsmt.net/events/mansfieldcenter Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office Call 406-727-2210

Ice Breaker Road Race Miss Linda’s Circus Spectacular Pre-register Saturday, April 23 Under the Big Top Race on Sunday, April 24 Saturday, May 21, 7:00 p.m. Mansfield Convention Center Mansfield Theater For more information, see page 5. Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office Paid Advertising Section Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 • Page 21 City Band Concerts Celebrating 123 Years

The Great Falls Municipal Band provides entertaining concerts every Wednesday at 7:30pm. June 15 - August 17th Gibson Park band shell This is an enjoyable experience for all ages. Limited bleacher seating available. Restrooms are available. For more information call: 231-4770

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Upcoming Activities Adult Volleyball September – November (register in August) Kids Dance Camps Adult Basketball Fall League - September – November (register in August) Ages 3-6 • $75 per camp City League - January – March HIPPITY HOP DANCECAMP: (register in November) June 13-16•9:00-11:00am Electric City Winter Classic Youth Basketball tournament Listen to stories, makecrafts, hip hop dance (register in November) tournament and sing at this fun camp. 1st weekend of January Electric City Challenges Youth Basketball tournaments January - March COUNTRY FUN DANCECAMP: Adult Softball April – August (register in March) June27-30 •9:00-11:00am Indoor Golf Lessons March (registration starts January) Dance and sing to countrymusic, createartwork and have fun withanimals. LITTLE LEAGUE • SOCCER GARDEN PARTYDANCE CAMP: July11-14•9:00-11:00am ICE SKATING• VOLLEYBALL Listen to stories, nutureaower, danceand sing Riverside Little League/Senior – Sacajawea Drive & 8th Street NE at this fun camp. Mike Stimac - 799-1876 Riverside Little League – 7th Street NE & 36th Avenue NE Mike Stimac - 799-1876 SUMMER DANCESTUDY www.riversidelittleleague.com June20-24 •ages7and up American Little League – 38th Street & 8th Avenue North Study withthe nestofinstructors, anationally Garn Wanner - 761-0642 - www.gfall.org recognized faculty. Sign up nowtobeapartofthis Westside Little League – Ferguson Drive & Fox Farm intensiveweek of ballet, tap, jazz, contemporary&hip Keith Marr - 899-9843 www.greatfallsbaseball.com SUMMER DANCELESSONS Malmstrom Little League – Tom Kiernan - 731-4634 www.341fss.com/ysports June15-July22•ages 7and up Electric City Soccer – Karin Deal - 231-6333 www.gfsoccer.org Learnfrom our outstandingfaculty right herein downtownGreatFalls. Siebel Soccer Park – 57th Street & 2nd Avenue North - Gary Owen -799-2416 Great Falls Youth Soccer Assoc (summer) – Kim Bodily -453-0656 THE STUDIO CENTRE Great Falls Youth Girls Volleyball (10-18yrs) – www.GFVBC.org MISS LINDA’ S SCHOOLOFDANCE Great Falls Ice Plex – 4001 29th St SW – 866-0247 - www.gf-ice.org 612 1stAve S•Great Falls, Montana Adult Volleyball – Wade Altschwager - 799-3155 (406) 761-8876 •thestudiocentregf.com

Page 22 • Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 Paid Advertising Section Celebrate that Special Day

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Paid Advertising Section Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 • Page 23 8th Annual 10th Annual Lions Family FunFest Race Montana Saturday, July 9 • 10:00 am to 2:00 pm Triathlon Location: Electric City Water Park in Great Falls Date: Sunday, August 7 Packet Pick-up: Saturday, August 6 from 2:00 to 6:00 pm Foot and Ankle Clinic of Montana Evergreen Square - 1301 11th Ave. South Adult Race Starts @ 7:00 am - Individual and Relay Teams Olympic Distance Triathlon: 500 meter swim / 24.4 mile bike / 6.2 mile run Sprint Distance Triathlon: 500 meter swim / 12.2 mile bike / 3.1 mile run Youth Long Course Race (14 and under) Starts @ 9:00 am 100 meter swim / 3 mile bike / 1.0 mile run Youth Short Course Race (14 and under) One of the highlights of and better! Enjoy great Starts @ 9:30 am summer is Lions Family music and the sound of 50 meter swim / 1 mile bike / 0.5 mile run FunFest, a family oriented laughter, participate in Top male and female adult finishers receive $400 in prizes. festival hosted by the an array of games, try Top three finishers in all age categories receive an awesome award. Great Falls Lions Club the jolly jumpers and Portion of the race proceeds go to: and Park and Recreation. enjoy the food (nominal The Rivers Edge Trail The 8th Annual FunFest is fee) while taking a break. Gibson Park Lighting Project scheduled for Saturday, There will be prizes for The Morony Natatorium July 9 from 10 a.m. to the games and drawings Go to www.racemttri.com for complete details. 2 p.m. in Lions Park located at 10th for bikes and sporting equipment to Avenue South and 27th Street. keep kids active all summer. The ever Planning is underway to bring the popular Balloon Guy already has the community and surrounding area a day afternoon on his calendar and expect filled with fun, food, warm weather, a visit from Louie the Lion! You can entertainment, and celebration. The also enjoy the large playground, unique event is FREE to all participants thanks climbing boulder and a crazy new Lion to the generosity of all three of the drinking fountain; all made possible by Lions Clubs in Great Falls (Great Falls the Great Falls Lions Club! Lions Club, Sunrise Lions Club and Gather up the family and head to Electric City Lions Club) and numerous Lions Park for Lions Family FunFest local donors. on July 9, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. – a great If you have enjoyed the Lions FunFest way to spend a summer day! For in the past, you will see new additions more information call the Park and to the games and activities for the kids! Recreation Office at 771-1265. Each year the FunFest gets bigger

Page 24 • Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 Paid Advertising Section THE POWER OF PARKS

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Page 25 • Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 Paid Advertising Section River’s Edge Trail Explore Great Falls! Experience the Trail River’s Edge Trail offers an unparalleled outdoor experience to residents and visitors of Great Falls. Fifty-eight miles of trail along both sides of the historic Missouri River provide spectacular views of parks, the river canyon, hydroelectric dams, reservoirs, waterfalls and the prairie. Waterfowl and other wildlife abound. Rest areas are plentiful and locales of interest, such as Giant Springs State Park and State Fish Hatchery and the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Center, dot the way. The award winning River’s Edge Trail is Montana’s premier urban trail network and offers the perfect setting for walking, biking, skating or jogging. Along the trail you will find many opportunities for sight-seeing, picnicking, bird watching, fishing and retracing the steps of Lewis and Clark. Extensive paved urban trails link with parks, museums, waterfalls, dining options, riverfront attractions and downtown Great Falls. Numerous trailheads provide convenient access to the trail on both sides of the river. Trailside art, benches, picnic tables, shelters, rest rooms, and mileage markers all enhance the trail experience. You can look down at Great Falls through a free telescope at the Warden Park Gazebo or gaze at a historic waterfall from Black Eagle Memorial Island.

Urban Trails Paved urban trails make up about 1/3rd of the 58-mile River’s Edge Trail and include a 3.5 mile and the role of Conservation Districts. These join 20 other panels along the trail, island and river loop along the Missouri River in the heart of the city which passes through West Bank, Elks Riverside overlooks. Parks, and the Dog and Skate Parks. There is also a wonderful 2.1 mile loop through Giant Springs State Park. The loop links together the springs, state fish hatchery, the Lewis & Clark Interpretive Learn about Trail’s history and how you can get involved Center, the FWP Regional Headquarters and Heritage Picnic area. The loop has numerous restroom River’s Edge Trail is managed and maintained by the Great Falls Park & Recreation Department and stops and scenic views along the river. Montana State Parks, with support from the River’s Edge Trail Foundation. If you would like to know more about the 26-year history of River’s Edge Trail, current and upcoming trail projects and how you can help make them happen, visit www.thetrail.org

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Experience Secluded Single Track East of Town The single track trails located on both sides of the Missouri River east of Great Falls are one of Montana’s top mountain biking destinations and a favorite of hikers, bikers and trail runners. Please do not use these trails when the ground is wet. The North Shore single track trail, which runs between Rainbow Dam and Morony Dam, hugs the rugged canyon walls, winds through native bluffs and coulees and offers stunning views of the reservoirs, cliffs, and surrounding mountains. The South Shore single track trail, runs along the reservoirs from Crooked Falls past the scenic Ryan Dam overlook to the Box Elder Creek canyon, and offers a variety of routes for different skill levels. The most technical trails, known as “Mayhem”, are located closest to the river. 1D PPCRN A Pick up a Trail Map and Start Your FREE Adventure Now Stop in at the Park & Recreation Department on 1700 River Drive N. and pick up your free full color fold-up map of urban and rural River’s Edge Trail. Maps are also available at the GF Visitor Center, N R Bighorn Outdoor Specialists, some trailhead kiosks, and other outdoor equipment stores. You can also ust present coupon. Not to be combined with any other offer. view and download the map at www.thetrail.org. Got cabin fever? Got friends and family coming? Get your map and go discover your favorite stretch of River’s Edge Trail. Eires Set

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Paid Advertising Section Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 • Page 26 22nd Annual Kids Fishing Day Saturday, June 11 • 9:00 - Noon • Wadsworth Park For further information call 454-5840 Since 1995, thousands of youngsters and adults have taken part in Great Falls Annual Fishing Day for kids. A few of them catch fish, while everyone learns something at the educational events. Our goal is to familiarize youngsters with the basic elements of fishing; including types of tackle, casting, Attention Water fly-tying, fish identification, safety and fishing ethics. Each year, the Great Falls Chapter of Walleyes Unlimited provides 1,000 free fishing rod and reel combinations or tackle boxes. Those who attend a series of educational presentations will receive fishing Craft Users gear. Others who support the event through donations, time and materials include Missouri River Fly Fishers, Great Falls Cross Country Club, Great Falls Public Schools, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks, US Forest Service Broadwater Bay is open April through October and Malmstrom Air Force Base. from dawn to dusk. Docking and picnic facilities Wadsworth Pond is located at Wadsworth Park which is located on the west side of Great Falls. Take Central are available. No rentals are available. Abso- Avenue West to 34th Street NW, turn on Wilkinson Lane and follow the signs to the pond. lutely no swimming/diving off docks. As a result of past problems and enforcement, the Park and Recreation department, hired Park Monitors for the Broadwater Bay area. These individuals are responsible for: • Insuring that the area is used by water craft only; • Monitoring parking and safety of users; • Provide assistance to water craft users as needed; • Keeping the area clean of litter and garbage; cleaning restrooms as needed. The Park Monitor has the authority to contact law enforcement if park rules are not followed or problems occur. To cover the costs of personnel we have imple- mented a launch fee of $3 per day per water craft or $35 per season per water craft which would be from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend. Seasonal launch passes will be available at the Broadwater Bay daily or at the Park and Recreation Department.

Peoples Park and Recreation Foundation Foundation was set up to provide for additional funding, through donations to help insure that legacy. The foundation is a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization. All donations to the Foundation are tax-deductable. Since 2008, the PP&RF has raised over $494,800 for various projects that have directly benefited the City of Great Falls.

Projects have included: • The Annual 4th of July fireworks celebration • The Natatorium swimming pool rehabilitation fund Angie Benedick Photo Courtesy of • Lions Fun Fest annual celebration Purpose • Lion Drinking Fountain for Lions Park The Foundation was established to raise, distribute • Swimming lesson scholarships and assist in the management of public and private Funding Opportunities • West Bank Park improvements If you are interested in making a tax deductable sector funds to provide the “extra margin” for • Mansfield Theatre seating improvements donation to the Peoples Park & Recreation Superior Parks, Exemplary Performance Venues and • Tree Replacement fund Foundation contact Keith Teske, Chairman at 406- Thriving Recreational Opportunities for the people of • Shade Sails at the Gibson Park Band Shell (to be 453-4377; or mail you contribution to: Great Falls. completed in 2016) PP & RF

• Wibit, an aquatics obstacle course that transforms P. O. Box 2106 Great Falls has a long legacy for their great parks an ordinary pool into a water adventure Great Falls, MT 59403 and recreation. The Peoples Park and Recreation • Park and Recreation Master Plan Page 27 • Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2014 Paid Advertising Section Park Division – The Year in Review 2015 In 2015 we had numerous events and activities may have noticed the new Lion Fountain at Lions happening in our parks. Some of the major events Park, a special thanks to the Great Falls Lions Club Park Facility that happen every year are Alive @5, the Easter Egg for purchasing this new feature and city staff for Hunt, Lewis & Clark Festival, and the Ice Breaker installing it. Road Race plus many more public and private. Overlook Park Numerous fun by the Visitors Reservation Reservations are available for picnic shelters and runs were hosted Center has a new in Great Falls using open space areas at reasonable rental fees. For Law Enforcement more information call 771-1265 park trails and the Memorial. The River’s Edge Trail. memorial was Elks Riverside There were some installed and River Drive, west of 10th Street Bridge (shelter & big construction will be managed restroom available) projects completed by the Police Gibson in 2015 with a and Sheriff 1st Avenue North & Park Drive (band shell, flower new detention Departments. garden, restroom available) pond in Chowen In addition to Lions Spring Park, and these new 10th Avenue South and 27th Street (shelter & a new 30” water features in our restrooms available) main through park system, we Memorial Oddfellows Park have received 2nd Avenue North and 19th Street ( shelter, no extending all the donations for park benches, picnic tables, art, restrooms) way to Broadwater Bay. As part of the West Bank drinking fountains, pet fountains and new trees. Park Master Plan, a new parking lot was designed These features are spread throughout our city parks Oddfellows and paved, a new restroom and sidewalks were and along the River’s Edge Trail. River Drive between Broadwater Bay & Warden constructed, and a new vault toilet near the trail Bridge (shelter, restrooms available) was installed. Several other parking lots were The Park and Recreation staff is very appreciative paved or had an overlay done. Park Maintenance and thankful to all who have donated to the parks West Bank staff updated the restroom and surrounding area in and trails through grants, donations and sponsorship West bank of the Missouri, east of the Central Gibson Park. River’s Edge Trail received some new events. This collective generosity has enabled us to Avenue bridge (shelter, new restroom/ vault shoulder work in areas. expand those benefits to the parks to be enjoyed by restroom available) our community. New notable attractions begin with a new play West Kiwanis structure at Dudley Anderson Park, purchased with We invite everyone to use the parks and trails to 1st Avenue NW & 9th Street (shelter, restrooms Community Development Block Grant funds. You recreate often. available) ASA Adult League Softball Register teams now through April 22nd at the Park & Recreation Leagues Available: Teams play 10 league games starting in April • Men’s • Men’s Doulbe Headers • Women’s District play and state qualifiers follow regular league play • Coed • Youth Girls Fees: Softball Tournaments $450 per team due when registering To host a tournament, contact the Park & Recreation Office $250 player fee due when picking up schedules 771-1265 $450 player fee - double headers • Weekends available for tournament play Softball program is organized by Park & Recreation

Page 28 • Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 Paid Advertising Section Young Shade Trees How toPrune PaidAdvertising Section branches becomelarge andvigorous. move themoverthenext2to3years.Don’t lettemporary limbs maybeleftfor3to4yearsafterplanting. Then re lower limbsdonotblockpassageortemptvandals,the strength tothetrunk.Particularlyinlawnplantingswhere young barkfrominjurysunscaldandaddtaper Branches belowthelowestpermanentbranchcanprotect Temporary Branches later on. to avoidweakbranchesandpreventexpensivecorrections ing withstrengthandformastheobjectiveisbestway After thefirstyear, pruningshouldbegininearnest.Prun should beremoved. leaf surfaceaspossible.Onlydamagedordeadlimbs system, whichishelpedbyleavingintactasmuchofthe mediate objectiveistostrengthenandexpandtheroot Prune modestlywhentransplantinganewtree. The im At PlantingTime... Keys toGoodPruning Pruning forStrengthandForm angles withthetrunk. “10 o’clock”or“2 lateral branchesthatform form. Try tofindanduse parts beforepruningto remove anydefective you beginpruningand and lateralbranchesbefore 2. Identifythebestleader small. life sopruningwoundsare 1. Pruneearlyinthetree’s

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BARE-ROOT SEEDLINGS CONTAINERIZED BALLED & BURLAPPED POTTED • Roots should be moist and fibrous. • Soil plug should be moist and firm. • Root ball should be firm to the touch, • Pot should not contain • Deciduous seedlings should have • Avoid tall, spindly tops. Well- especially near the trunk. large, circling roots. roots about equal to the stem length. developed roots are more important. • Root ball should be adequate for the • Pruned roots cut cleanly, tree’s size. none wider than a finger. Planting Your Tree • Soil and roots joined LARGER TREES tightly. BARE-ROOT SEEDLINGS Dig a hole 2 to 5 times the diameter In light or sandy soil, a planting bar or narrow shovel makes the job fast and easy. of the root ball, and loosen the soil to Remember to keep the roots from drying out. After creating a hole with the bar, help roots grow. After placing the tree, place the seedling, insert the bar a few inches away and push to close up the soil. remove wires or mesh and refill the hole so the tree’s base is at ground level.

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CITY OF GREAT FALLS Irrigation of STREET TREE LIST 1 LARGE TREES (50’ +) American Linden Tilia Americana Newly Planted Black Walnut Juglans Nigra Bur Oak Trees and Shrubs Quercus Macrocarpa Estimated Irrigation of Newly Planted Trees and Shrubs Hackberry (during the growing season) – Check soil moisture and water as needed. Celtis Occidentalis 2 MEDIUM TREES (30’ - 50’) Size of Nursery Stock Irrigation Need for Vigor Honey Locust < 2-inch caliper • Daily for 2 weeks – Depending on temperature and Gleditsia Triacanthos “Inermis” wind, apply 1-2 gallons per inch of trunk diameter. Imperial • Every other day for 2 months – Depending on Gleditsia Triacanthos “Imperial” temperature and wind., apply 2-4 gallons per inch of Skyline trunk diameter. Gleditsia Triacanthos “Skyline” • Weekly until established (one to two or more seasons). Little Leaf Linden 2- 4 inch caliper • Daily for 4 weeks – Depending on temperature and Tilia Cordata wind, apply 1-2 gallons per inch of trunk diameter. Greenspire • Every other day for 3 months – Depending on Tilia Cordata “Greenspire” temperature and wind, apply 2-4 gallons per inch of Glenleven trunk diameter. Tilia Cordata “Glenleven” • Weekly until established (two to four or more seasons). Dropmore Linden Tilia X Flavescens “Dropmore” > 4- inch caliper • Daily for 6 weeks – Depending on temperature and Redmond Linden wind, apply 1-2 gallons per inch of trunk diameter. Tilia X Euchlora “Redmond” • Every other day for 5 months – depending on Ohio Buckeye temperature and wind, apply 2-4 gallons per inch of Aescula Glabra trunk diameter. Norway Maple • Weekly until established (four or more seasons). Acer Platanoides • Check the actual water need before watering. A common mistake on compact- Emerald Lustre ed and clayey soils ( with poor drainage) is to apply too much water per irriga- Acer Platanoides “Emerald Lustre” tion, waterlogging the planting hole. Never apply irrigation if soil is saturated. 3 SMALL TREES (LESS THAN 30’) • Trunk diameter on small tees is measured at six inches above the soil line. Japanese Tree Lilac • As a rule of thumb for Hardiness Zones 3 and 4, establishment takes one season Syringa Retucylata per inch of trunk caliper. Snowbird Hawthorne • In Montana winters without routine moisture, water newly planted trees monthly. Crataegis Sp. “Snowbird” However, do not water if the ground is frozen. Toba Hawthorne • In our dry, semi-arid climate, there is benefit from applying additional irrigation Crataegis Sp. “Toba” outside the root-ball area. This can be done with a ringed soil berm that allows Tatarian Maple water to percolate into the soil or soaker-type hose running around the backfill Acer Tataricum area.

Paid Advertising Section Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2016 Page 31 82nd Annual Pet & Doll Parade minions

on paradeThursday, July 28 at 7:00 pm

Come sign up, for the oldest kids’ parade in Great Falls. Register at the Park and Recreation Office, 1700 River Drive North. Ribbons will be given to every participant and prizes will be awarded. This activity is FREE. Registration starts on July 1st

Divisions for dress-up ideas are: • Pets • Circus, • Occupation • Doll • Sports • Cartoon • Characterization • Frontier

Thank you -- Municipal Band, Uptown Optimist, Johnson Madison Lumber Park and Recreation Department presents the 82nd Annual Pet and Doll Parade on Thursday, July 28, 2016 Parade Time 7:00 pm I grant permission for all the foregoing to use any photographs, motion pictures, recording of any other record of the event for any legitimate purpose. Parent or legal guardian must sign if participant is under 18.

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