January 2024 Newsletter

DICKINSON PARKS & RECREATION

EMPLOYMENT

WRCC - Building Attendant
WRCC - Childcare Attendant
WRCC - Customer Service Attendant
Group Fitness Instructor
SilverSneakers Instructor

WRCC - Lifeguard
WRCC - Waterslide Attendant
WRIC - Ice Center Attendant
WRIC - Zamboni Driver
Volleyball Official

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EVENTS

Winter Badlands Self-Paced Triathlon

Swim. Bike. Run to your New Year’s fitness goals. Activity miles may be completed at the WRCC or outdoors.

Starts Jan. 8 | Learn More

Beat the Winter Blues

Enjoy activities all day long with inflatables, music and crafts along with a pool party, glow ball and so much more! FREE with a non-perishable food item to donate to the food pantry. Door prizes will be awarded throughout the day.

Feb. 10 | Learn More

New Year's Eve Ice Skating Party

We will have both rinks open! Get geared up to ring in the new year by skating to a live DJ and lights on the ice! Door prizes will be drawn throughout the event (must be present to win). Free food and beverages are provided! Sponsored by Dan Porter Motors.

FEE: Free Admission / $2 Skate Rental

Dec. 31 | Learn More

TOURNAMENTS

Rogina Cusic Memorial Tennis Tournament

Take part in our annual Rogina Cusic Memorial Doubles Tennis Tournament at the West River Community Center.

Feb 3 | Registration Deadline: Jan 24

Pat Fadden Racquetball Tournament

Participants of all skill levels are welcome! This is a fun, one-day tournament and is a great time to get together with your old racquetball buddies and meet new ones.

Feb 10 | Registration Deadline: Jan. 31

Coca-Cola Blue Hawk Basketball Tournament

We invite you to take part in the 1st Annual Coca-Cola Blue Hawk Youth Basketball Tournament! All proceeds will go to Dickinson State University Football Program. Teams will play on both days!

Boys Grades 3-6 | Girls Grades 3-8

Feb 24 & 25 | Registration Deadline: Feb 13

COURSES

Lifeguard Certification Course

The Lifeguarding Course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over.

Jan. 19 - 21 | Learn More

YOUTH PROGRAMS

Aquatic Lessons

Spots still available for

Jan 8 - Feb. 8 session

Registration: January 29 at 12 pm

February 19 – March 21

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Art Classes

Jan. 8 - Mar. 4

Art-Tastic | Ages 6-8 | 4:00-5:00 pm

Art-Mazing | Ages 9-12 | 5:00-6:00 pm

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Little Cooks

Jan. 9 | 4:00 pm

The only class where you can play with your food! Food Art is a fun way to try new foods and be creative with snacks for your littles. 10 spots left for January's class!

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Little Artist

Jan. 11 | 4:00 pm

In this class children ages 2-5 will be making a holiday themed craft. Participants will be able to work on their sensory and fine motor skills while getting messy! We provide the materials, the fun and the clean up! 8 spots left for January's class!

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PlayZone

Jan. 11 | 12:00 pm

Children ages 5 and under. We will have gross motor equipment, building blocks, jumping animals and toys set-up. Children can move about safely in our enclosed MAC gym area and have access to the indoor playground

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Kids Cooking Class

Feb. 3 | 9:00 am

The Kids Cooking Class is designed to teach your children how to be independent in the kitchen while learning basic cooking skills and kitchen safety. Food made in class will be able to be brought home when finished. 1 spot left for February's class!

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STRONGkids

Feb. 6 - Apr. 30

NEW PROGRAM! Dickinson Parks & Recreation has partnered with the Best Friends Mentoring Program to offer a FREE program that will focus on goal setting, building confidence & and promoting a healthy lifestyle. This program will include skill-building opportunities, physical activities, and small group mentoring.

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Winter Sports & Fitness Mixer

Feb. 7 | 4:00 pm

We will introduce your child to a variety of activities from sports, to active games, fitness and nutrition education. Each week there will be a different activity, game or sport. Deadline to register Feb. 2!

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ADULT LEAGUES

Winter Volleyball League

Season: Jan. 10 - Apr. 1

VIEW STANDINGS

Futsal League

Season: Jan. 9 - Mar. 14

VIEW STANDINGS

Golf Simulator League

Season: Jan.11 - Feb. 29

VIEW STANDINGS

Adult Basketball League

Season: Nov. 27 - Mar. 20

VIEW STANDINGS

Adult Curling League

Season: Dec. 3 - Feb. 18

VIEW STANDINGS

Lap Swim Club

Wednesdays | 5:45 am

Join this new social group for adult swimmers! Learn basic workout design and swim technique along with peer motivation by training together.

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Pickleball

Pickleball Beginner Lessons

Jan 9 - Apr 30

Pickleball Skills & Drills

Jan 10 - May 1

Dinkers Round Robin Nights

Jan 15 - Mar 18

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HEART RIVER GOLF COURSE

SAVE THE DATE

EARLY BIRD SALE begins January 1, 2024. Get 5% off your season pass🤩 Purchase online, or in the DPR Office on Jan. 2 - 31.

SEASON PASS FEES

WEST RIVER COMMUNITY CENTER

WRCC Aquatic Areas

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Climbing Wall

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Reminder to everyone who uses our tanning beds or the climbing wall. Everyone will need to sign new waivers beginning January 1st for the New Year.

WRCC Fees 2024

On January 1, we will be following a new fee schedule. This includes changes to daily drop-ins along with memberships. Fees will be adjusted for existing memberships starting on Jan. 2 or upon your renewal date in 2024. New rates will apply immediately for new memberships that start after Jan. 1.

SEE MEMBERSHIPS & DAILY FEES

Personal Training

Whether you’re trying to maintain your overall health and fitness, training for a marathon, or anything in between we have the expertise to help you on your journey. Our trainers will motivate you, keep you accountable, and help you conquer your goals to the best of your abilities.

PACKAGE TYPES

30-minute packages
1-hour packages
Group training
Dietitian packages

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Group Fitness

All group fitness classes are included in a WRCC membership. Drop-ins are welcome for a daily fee.

VIEW SCHEDULE

New Year, New You, New Friends

Join us for a handful of group fitness classes throughout the entire day! Come make new friends while seizing the opportunity to try a new class or let us guide you through your first group fitness class.

Jan. 6 | Learn More

Pot Luck Club

Happy New Year! Why not bring in the New Year of 2024 with good luck and prosperity and share your favorite brunch foods and you may as well share your New Year resolution too!

Jan. 18 | Learn More

WRCC Maintenance Report

In 2024, the West River Community Center will celebrate 20 years of service to the Dickinson community. This is a great milestone, but comes with its own challenges such as aging building components. Early in 2023, the roof was inspected by a roofing contractor to make any recommendations on current and future maintenance needs. The good news is the membrane of the roof is in good condition and should last for many, many more years. However, several maintenance areas were noted which have been addressed during 2023.

These areas include new flashing between the tennis addition and the original portion of the building, cracks in a drain line between the basketball and weight room, snow/rain entering the HVAC air intakes during heavy winds, and some separated seams in the membrane. These repairs have markedly improved the integrity of the roof system, and the maintenance staff is committed to continuing to make repairs to keep the roof in good condition.

WEST RIVER ICE CENTER

Friday & Saturday | 7:00-9:00 pm

Saturday & Sunday | 1:30-3:30 pm

Sundays | 12:00-1:00 pm | Toddler Skate Only

On days when public schools are not in session, public skate will be held from 1:30-3:30 pm (some exceptions may apply). Please view changes & cancellations on the WRIC page.

Please take a moment to view our rules and regulations for public skate.

VIEW SCHEDULE & RULES

Other News

December 31 - WRCC Closes at 6:00 pm

January 1- Reduced Facility Hours: WRCC opens 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

January 15 - DPR Office Closed.

January 3 & 31 - Community Blood Drive

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DICKINSON PARKS & RECREATION

2004 Fairway St | Dickinson, ND | 58601