Recreation

Join us for some fun programs at the Decorah Community Prairie and Butterfly Garden on Sunday, June 23, 1:30-4:00 pm. This event is appropriate for all ages.

Guest presenters will start at 1:30 pm, with MJ Hatfield who will encourage us to “walk slow, look close and be curious” about insects on the prairie. Enjoy a leisurely walk to discover these interesting creatures of our grasslands.

At 2:15, Larry Reis, with the Winneshiek County Conservation Board, will highlight local bird life on the prairie. Watch for Bluebirds, Songsparrows, Killdeer, Dickcissels and others. Bring binoculars if you have them.

At 3:00, we will investigate prairie plant life with a scavenger hunt to focus our exploration. Tours of the Butterfly Garden will be available all afternoon.

The goal of the “Seasons of a Prairie” series is to provide opportunities throughout the year for people to explore and learn about the prairie ecosystem in new ways. Many people use the prairie trails for walking their dog or exercising, but may not really “see” the unique plants and wildlife that live in this beautiful spot, right in town.

Decorah Parks and Recreation, the Locust School Museum Committee and the Decorah Historical Society will sponsor vintage children’s games and past-times. Games include 3-legged and gunny sack races, marbles, jacks and button spinners for children to try!

Come join the fun, Saturday, June 15th at Phelps Park from 2:00pm- 4:00pm.

Thank you to everyone who participated in this years Live Healthy Iowa Track Meet!

Below are the results for the Top 3 finishers in each event.

6 & Under Results

7-14 Results

Anyone between the ages 7-14 who placed 1st or 2nd in an event has qualified for the State Meet on Saturday, June 1st,  in Bondurant, Iowa. Participating in the State Meet is OPTIONAL.

Please let the Park-Rec office know if you plan to participate or not! This will allow the next kiddo the opportunity to attend the State Meet and represent Decorah in your place. Information regarding the State Meet can be found here.

This event will be held Tuesday, May 14, 4:30 pm, at the Decorah High School Track. IMPORTANT: The only participation restriction is age. A participant’s age is as of December 31, 2024.
Born in 2016-2017 (7 & 8 y/o) Born in 2014-2015 (9 & 10 y/o)
Born in 2012-2013 (11&12 y/o) Born in 2010-2011 (13 & 14 y/o)
***6 and Unders can participate, just do not attend state meet***

Online Registration Link (Copy and Paste into Browser):
REGISTRATION IS CURRENTLY CLOSED.

May the Fourth Be With You!

Summer registration will open on May 1st at 8:00am.

See what’s offered this summer:

Summer Recreation Brochure

2024 Swim Lesson Brochure

2024 Pool Information

**Weather and location changes will be emailed out to parents, and will be posted on Facebook**

Join us on Sunday, March 24th, beginning promptly at 3:00 pm, at Will Baker Athletic Fields. Children find plastic eggs filled with candy or prizes and all egg hunters receive participation gifts at the close of the Hunt. The Easter Bunny will also be there so bring your cameras! After you register online, please stop into the Park Rec office to pick up your Easter basket before the 24th!

FEE: $5 per child

DEADLINE: MARCH 18th

Registration is NOW OPEN!

You can register for activities by clicking the Online Registration & Activities Info button. Credit and debit card payments are only accepted online. If you don’t have computer access, we are still accepting registrations by mail or in person at the Park-Rec. Office, but payment must be made by check or cash.

Click Here to see the 2024 Spring Park Rec Brochure with all of our offerings!