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Activities include Biddy Basketball for ages 3 to 6 years, Opt Outside for K thru 2nd, School’s Out We’re In for 5-8 years, Middle School Bowling for 5th thru 8th, Intro to Taekwondo for 4 years & up,  free drop-in activities such as Adult Recreational Volleyball,  Open Basketball for all ages, and great family activities such as the New Year’s Eve Bash, Fly Fishing Workshop, and The Great Inflate.

For additional program information and to register online, CLICK HERE.  Credit and debit card payments are only accepted online.  We are still accepting registrations by mail or in person at the Park-Rec. Office, but payment must be made by check or cash.  You may download a brochure online or pick one up at the Park-Rec. Office, local banks and fitness centers, and the Decorah Public Library.

156 people participated in the 37^th Annual Decorah Park-Rec. Turkey Shoot on Tuesday, November 12.  This parent-child free throw contest was held in the high school gym.  There were 10 age categories (combined ages of parent and child) and a turkey was awarded to the top scoring team in each category.  Turkeys were provided by Decorah Fareway and other prizes by Deco Products Company, The Family Table, and Total Tree Care.  Turkey and drawing winners should pick up their certificate or prize at the Park-Rec. Office by Monday, November 18.

Turkey Winners were Megan & Eli Lyon, Bryan & Beckham Panos, Derek & Elena Thompson, Brian & Grady Huinker, Joe & Maggie Gavle, Mike & Oliver Bollinger, Brent & Claire Storhoff, Matt & Cade Olson, Jon & Jacob Pipho, Larry & Cohen Berland.

Prize Winners were Mitch & Brady Benzing, Jesse & Crosby Butler, Gregg & Kyle Pattison, Lori & Carter Rissman, Kerbie & Tate Dahlen, Megan & Levi Sherman, Mike & Adeline Bollinger, Doug & EmilyGrace Bryce, Sarah & Isaiah Harman, Tadd & Natalie Schutte, Josh & Cora Giddings, Tova Brandt & Emmett Olson, Amanda & Anna Bailey, Matt Kuempel & Kelley Gates, Dan & Tyler Shaw.

The “shoot” will be held in the DHS Main Gym on Tuesday, November 12, from 6:30 to 8:00 pm.  In this fun family event, a parent and child team up, combine their ages to determine their competition bracket, and each shoot 10 free throws in an attempt to win a certificate for a free turkey.   In addition, all teams are eligible for a prize drawing.  Winning teams will be posted on the Park-Rec. website and Facebook by 5:00 pm on Wednesday, November 13.  This is a free event–just show up!  SPONSORS:  Turkeys provided by DECORAH FAREWAY.  Drawing prizes provided by DECO PRODUCTS COMPANY, THE FAMILY TABLE, and TOTAL TREE CARE.

Decorah Middle School students are invited to organize teams (3 girls, 3 boys) for this fun tournament.  Each team member must have a waiver signed by a parent/guardian.  Team roster/waiver forms are to be picked up from the Middle School PE teachers and turned in at the Park-Rec. Office by Friday, November 1, along with the $25 per team entry fee.  Teams must check in at the Carrie Lee Gym by 8:45 am, and games will run most of the morning.

The deadline for two youth basketball leagues is Friday, October 18.  Sharp Shooters is for boys and girls in grades 1^st thru 3^rd and is held in the Carrie Lee Elementary Gym on Saturday mornings, November 9 thru December 7.  Registration fee is $25 per child and includes a reversible jersey.  Hoopsters is for boys and girls in grades 4^th thru 6^th and is held in the Middle School Gym on Saturday mornings, November 2 thru December 7.  Registration fee is $30 per child and includes a reversible jersey.  You may register online or  in person at the Park-Rec. Office.  Credit and debit cards are only accepted online.

Children ages 5 thru 8 are invited to join us for a full day of fun on Monday, October 21 (No school day)!  Program supervisors will be Erika Randall and Judy Moen.

Children will participate in outdoor play, games, crafts, and other choice activities that are sure to keep them busy and entertained on this no school day.  Participants should bring a lunch, water bottle, outdoor shoes and clothes, and an extra pair of tennis shoes to wear indoors. A morning and afternoon snack will be provided.

All participants should be dropped off in the Carrie Lee gym between 7:45am and 8:15am. All children should be picked up at 3:45pm. Please enter Carrie Lee through the gym entrance just south of the Middle School on Winnebago Street.

Cost is $20 per participant. Registration and payment are due Wednesday, October 16. Registration can be completed online or in the Park-Rec Office.

A fun, free, open house event for the whole family!

Join us Saturday, October 5, 11:00 am-1:00 pm in the parking lot behind the Fire Department. Kids will have the opportunity to explore their favorite vehicles including police, fire and emergency vehicles, construction equipment, and city maintenance vehicles. This event is hosted with the Fire Department in conjunction with Fire Prevention Week, and includes a free hot dog lunch.

REGULAR SEASON HOURS THRU AUGUST 22  Monday thru Friday: 1:00-8:30 pm public swim.  Saturday and Sunday: 1:00-8:00 pm public swim.  Lap/aquacise as regularly scheduled.

EXTENDED SEASON HOURS  Friday, August 23: morning/noon lap & aquacise only.  Saturday, August 24: noon lap, 1:00-8:00 pm public swim.  Sunday, August 25:  noon lap, 1:00-6:00 pm public swim.

Decorah’s Get-2-Gether Committee and Decorah Parks and Recreation are hosting a free Summer Celebration for adults with special needs from 5:30-7:30 pm on Friday, August 16 at Whalen Cabin near Phelps Park.  Adults with special needs are invited for an evening of music, games, bingo, a hot dog supper provided by the Elks, and Culver’s Custard. Volunteers will be provided by the Luther College Soccer Teams.  Sponsors and community donations allow G2G volunteers to offer these events at no cost to participants.  Participants should register for this event by Monday, August 12, to allow volunteers to plan accordingly.  Registration can be completed online at www.get2g.com or by contacting the Decorah’s Parks and Recreation office, (563) 382-4158 or parkrec@decorahia.org.