Recreation Building

CONTACT INFORMATION:
Office Line: 374-7445
Address: 819 Superior Avenue
Event Cancellations: 374-7449
Website: www.tomahonline.com
Fax: 374-7424
Email: [email protected]
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The City of Tomah Parks and Recreation Department, under the direction of the Parks
and Recreation Commission, continues to plan, develop, and supervise the Park System,
Recreation Park, Aquatic Center, and provide fun-filled recreational and leisure
activities for the citizens of Tomah.
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Swim lessons
Aquatic Center
Pool Rules & Pool Activities
Youth Sports
Summer Fun-Library & Winnebago Wed.
Adult Sports & Fitness
Special Recreation, Skate Park & Dog Park
Parks
Recreation Park
Special Events
Boy’s & Girl’s Club
Summer P.A.C.K.
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
Steve Doll
Chuck Olson
Mike Murray
Nellie Pater
Tess Saunders
Larry Siekert
Oak Moser
Gary Patterman
REGISTRATION
PROCEDURES
To Register for Programs and
Park Shelters Visit:
www.tomahonline.com,
click Parks and Recreation,
and then select
on-line registration.
Summer Sign up begins
Monday May 4
MEET THE STAFF
Joe Protz Parks & Recreation Director
Brian Olson Parks Foreman
Chuck Dade Parks Maintenance
Chris Spiers Parks Maintenance
Brenda Kroener Summer Recreation Supervisor
TYPO, WE GOOFED?
We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in
this publication. We occasionally make mistakes. If this happens, we apologize
and ask for your understanding and patience with any inconvenience it may cause.
GOT A PROGRAM IDEA?
Contact Parks and
Recreation Department at
608-374-7445
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Insurance: Park and Rec does not provide
accident or hospital insurance for individuals
participating in sponsored activities. It is
recommended that participants obtain or
review their personal insurance policies
(medical, accident and liability.)
THANK YOU
To the Tomah School District (Custodians, Teachers, and Administrative Staff).
To our dedicated staff and volunteers.
To all the people, organizations, sponsors, businesses, and city
departments who have sponsored or given assistance to the department.
411 EAST HOLTON ST., 374-7446
2015 POOL SEASON JUNE 6th-AUGUST 3rd
(TIMES SUBJECT TO CHANGE)
MONDAY-FRIDAY
11:15AM-11:45AM— SWIM LESSONS
12:00-1:00PM ADULT LAP SWIM/OPEN SWIM (deep end closed for lap swimming only)
1:00PM-4:30PM— OPEN SWIM
4:30-6:00PM— SWIM TEAM MON & WED (9:30-10:30am on FRI)
5:00-5:55PM— WATER AEROBICS (TUES) & Adult Lap Swim (THURS)
4:40PM-5:45PM— SWIM LESSONS
6:00PM-8:00PM— OPEN SWIM
SATURDAY & SUNDAY
12:00-8:00PM— OPEN SWIM
DAILY ADMISSION:
 YOUTH (3-17yrs old): $3.00
 ADULT: $5.00
 LAND LOVER: $2.00 (no swimming)
 LAP SWIM/WATER AEROBICS: $3.00
 AQUA ZUMBA: $5.OO
Purchase your
pool membership at
The Aquatic Center during
pool hours
starting on June 6th
*PUNCH PASS FOR CITY RESIDENTS ONLY*
10 Punches For $20 (1 Punch Youth, 2 Punches for Adults)
Purchase only at pool; must show proof of City of Tomah Residency.
RESIDENT
NON-RESIDENT
FAMILY $135.00 (up to 6)
FAMILY $165.00 (up to 6)
ADULT $85.00 (18yrs & up)
ADULT $105.00 (18yrs & up)
YOUTH $65.00 (3-17yrs)
YOUTH $85.00 (3-17yrs)
*Up to 6 members for Family Pass, $20.00 additional fee for family members*
Proof of City Residency is required to acquire season passes or punch pass at the
resident rate.
FAMILY DEFINED — Family is defined as all persons who are immediately
related by blood or legal marriage, including adopted/foster children who
permanently reside at the address. “Extended” family members will not be
honored with a family pass. All season pass registrations are subject to review and
approval.
For more activities stop at the
pool or contact 374-7446
Information-Coach Cathy Coffey @ (208) 589-8918 or the Tomah Pool @ (608) 374-7446
The Torpedoes Swim Team program is an introductory instructional swim team.
The goal for each participant is to become a better swimmer, develop
sportsmanship & teamwork, improve physical fitness & self-esteem
& have FUN in a low competitive environment!
Mondays & Wednesdays 4:30-6:00 p.m. and Fridays 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Season runs Monday, June 8th –Wednesday, August 5th, 2015
Tomah Home Meet: Saturday, Aug 1st, 2015 @ 8:00 a.m.
Swim Test and Registration Monday June 8th 4:30-6:00 p.m.
Open to all swimmers ages 7 to 18 Swimmers must pass a 25 Meter swim test to join the team
Team Fee- $30 Residents $50 Non-Residents
Includes all Practices, Meets & a Team Cap!
*Become proficient in Freestyle & Backstroke.
*Learn to dive from blocks & pool edge
& learn Backstroke starts.
*Learn open 2-handed turns, advanced swimmers learn flip turns.
*Learn proper swimming terminology
CANNONBALL
CHAMPIONSHIP
August 7th 1:00PM
ALL-CITY & CELEBRITY
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AGE GROUPS: 8 & UNDER, 9-11 YRS,
12 & OLDER, CELEBRITY.
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REGISTRATION 1:00PM-1:30PM
COMPETION BEGINS 1:30PM
FEE: ENTRANCE TO THE POOL
TROPHIES TO WINNERS
DUCK RACES
EVERY THURSDAY DURING
AFTERNOON BREAK
SEE DETAILS @ Tomah Aquatic Center
PICK A DUCK WIN A PRIZE
FREE!
Free Admission Days
Father’s Day-Sunday, June 21, Fathers accompanied by
their family receive free admission.
Military Appreciation Day-Sunday, July 5, Any military
personnel (active or retired) and their family receive free
admission.
AQUATIC CENTER RULES & POLICIES
If you plan to leave the pool and come back (same day), you will need to get your hand
stamped by the pool attendant prior to leaving the facility
Children ages 6 and under must be supervised by an adult at all times, and will not be
allowed in the facility unless accompanied by an adult.
The pool will close if there is heavy rainfall, danger of an electrical storm, is unusually cold
outside, or due to lack of participants. Decisions for lessons will be made every half hour. Contact the pool at (608)374-7446 for further information. Cancellation Hotline: 608-374-7449
Rain checks will be issued if the pool closes within the first hour of open swimming for
any reason, otherwise there are NO daily admission refunds.
Slides will close due to lack of staff or unruly behavior by participants.
If a child has more than one time-out in a day, they will be removed from the pool with a
phone call to the parents.
TINY TOTS T-BALL
Youth ages 3.5-4yrs
Monday & Wednesday’s @ Winnebago
9:00AM-10:00AM (practice) first 3wks
After 3 weeks of practice
Players will be split into teams
and games will be played.
Begins June 15th
Cost $10 (includes hat & T-shirt)
Sign up at on-line
LITTLE SLUGGERS T-BALL
Youth ages 5-6yrs
Monday & Wednesday’s @ Winnebago
10:30AM-11:30AM (practice) first 3wks
After 3 weeks of practice
Players will be split into teams
and games will be played. Times may
change for games.
Begins June 15th
Cost $10 (includes hat & T-shirt)
Sign up at on-line
PLAY BALL!
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
Youth ages 10 & under
Tuesday & Thursday @ Bud’s Ballpark
2:30PM-3:30PM (practice) first 2wks
After 2 weeks of practice
Players will be split into teams
and games will be played.
Times may change
Begins June 16th
Cost $10 (includes hat & T-shirt)
Sign up at on-line
ROOKIE LEAGUE SOFTBALL
Youth ages 10 & under
Tuesday & Thursday @
Winnebago Ball field
2:30PM-3:30PM
Begins June 16th
Cost $10 (includes hat & T-shirt)
Sign up on-line
YOUTH VOLLEYBALL
Dates: 9/12/15 to 10/17/15
Times:
1st-2nd grade: 9-10am;
3rd-4th grade: 10-11am;
5th-6th grade: 11am-Noon
$30.00
Register on-line
YOUTH GYMNASTICS
COME JOIN THE AMAZING GYMNASTIC CLASSES
HELD BY THE TOMAH PARKS & REC STAFF
Classes offered:
Parent Tot, Pre-School (3-5yrs), Beginner, Advanced
Beginner, Intermediate, and Advance Intermediates.
Sessions:
SPRING Sign up starts February 23rd
FALL Sign up starts August 25th
Register on-line
FOR INFORMATION ABOUT OTHER
YOUTH SPORTS
LOG ONTO THE FOLLOWING
WEBSITES;
YOUTH FOOTBALL:
www.tomahyouthfootball.com
YOUTH SOCCER:
www.tomahyouthsoccer.com
YOUTH HOCKEY:
www.tomahhockey.com
YOUTH WRESTLING:
www.tomahyouthwrestling.com
YOUTH BASKETBALL:
www.tomahyouthbasketball.com
YOUTH BASEBALL:
www.tomahyouthbaseball.com
TOMAH PUBLIC LIBRARY’S SUMMER 2015 PROGRAM
Start your summer right by avoiding the summer slide and having some fun with the Tomah Public Library. Registration at the Tomah Public Library will begin June 10th and continue all summer.
1) Read all summer
2) Complete your reading log
3) Return reading log to the library…and pick out a brand new book and other prizes
Join us at the kick-off party on June 19th 2:00pm at the front of the library.
Mondays and Tuesdays- 10 a.m. & 11:15 a.m. Storytime. Children listen to a variety of engaging stories followed
by craft time.
Tuesdays-12:30a.m. LUNCHBUNCH for grades 2 and up. Children listen to a chapter from a story while they eat
their lunch; craft time follows.
Monday nights - 6:30p.m. Storytime. Children listen to a variety of engaging stories followed by craft time.
Thursday nights-6:00p.m. Dinner and A Movie. For grades 6-12. Come watch a movie on the big screen at the
library. We will provide popcorn, pizza, and water. Call ahead to find out which movie is playing. 374-7470.
Complete the summer reading program and attend the big “end-of-the-summer-readingparty” on August 21st 10:30 AM at Fireman Park. Every year we try to make the end-of-the
summer party better than the year before, come and see what we have planned for this
year’s party.
Winnebago Wednesday!
The Parenting Place has your ticket to your summer fun! Winnebago Wednesday starts June 17 th- August 5th from
10:00am- 11am at Winnebago Park (Ellen Drive and Brandon Street). Winnebago Wednesday is open to anyone in
Monroe County. Every Week there is a different theme; some of the themes include Nature Day, Transportation Day,
Petting Zoo and many more. There is a variety of different games, art, pretend play, learning and fun with a focus on
infants through school-age children. A guardian/parent/ child care provider must be with a child/ren at all times.
There is no charge for attending. Please note that we do not meet if it is raining. Check our Facebook page for other
weather related cancellations. Mark it on your calendar. We hope to see everyone there! Stay tuned for a calendar of
events to come! For more information, contact Julee at The Parenting Place at (608) 374-4190 or
[email protected]
June 17th~ Active Day (Come meet some of the La Crosse Loggers players and Kids Zumba)
June 24th~ Music Day
July 1st~ Science Day (Mr. Science will be doing amazing science experiments)
July 8th~ Petting Zoo (Come pet the animals)
July 15th~Transportation Day (Come see all the transportation vehicles)
July 22nd~ Nature Day (U.S Fish & Wildlife and the DNR will be here)
July 29th~ Carnival Day ( Games, face painting and crafts)
August 5th~ Give Back Day! Collecting diapers for the Neighbor Food Pantry
ADULT SOFTBALL (10th grade & Older)
MEN’S LEAGUE:
Wednesday Evenings
May-August
Glendale & Bud’s Ball Park
FALL Co-Ed League:
Wednesday Evenings & Some Monday’s
August-October
Glendale & Bud’s Ball Park
For more information and roster log onto:
www.tomahonline.com
“WHEEL ROCK YOU”
INDOOR CYCLING CLASS
SEPTEMBER-APRIL
FOR CLASS SCHEDULES &
TIMES
PICKLEBALL
PICKLEBALL is the new “it” game sweeping the
nation. It is a paddle sport created for all ages and
skill levels. The rules are simple and the game is
easy for beginners to learn.
Fun for all ages Great Family Activity.
Great Senior Citizen Activity.
Free PICKLEBALL lessons and open play will be
at Recreation Park
Tuesday and Thursday
9:00-11:00 a.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Equipment provided.
From more info…
contact Brenda Sonnenburg 507-458-7364
Sponsored by Tomah Parks and Rec.
ADULT BASKETBALL (11th grade & older)
ADULT LEAGUE:
Wednesday Evenings December-March
Tomah Senior High
Open Gyms: December-March
Sunday 7pm-9pm Tomah Middle School
For more information and sign up deadlines
log onto: www.tomahonline.com
ADULT VOLLEYBALL
(9th grade & older)
Women’s Outdoor Sand Volleyball:
Wednesday Evenings (6PM-9PM)
May-August @ Glendale Park
Co-Ed Indoor:
Sunday Evenings (4pm-8pm)
September-December
Tomah Senior High
Women’s Indoor
Sunday Evenings (3:00pm-8pm)
January-March
Tomah Senior High
For more information and sign up deadlines
log onto: www.tomahonline.com
or contact 374-7445
Want some spending cash?
Adult officials needed!
For more information
Contact 608-374-7445
OPEN FLOORBALL AT T.H.S. Small Gym
SUNDAY NIGHTS
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BETWEEN 5PM-6PM We Play 7yrs of age up to Lower Teens.
BETWEEN 6PM-7PM We Play Upper Teens to Adults.
All groups co-ed.
Please wear gym shoes!
EVENTS DESIGNATED FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS,
Their friends and families.
All events free due to the generous support and sponsorship of
Jesse Parker Races INC.
FOR MORE EVENTS VISIT WWW.TOMAHONLINE.COM
SPECIAL SUMMER SPLASH
SUNDAY JULY 26TH
6:00pm-7:30PM
Time Designated for
special needs individuals.
HOLIDAY PARTY
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13TH
RECREATION PARK
GOLD BUILDING
5:30PM-7:00PM
FUN, FOOD & FRIENDS
Located in Fireman’s Park on Monowau St.
Seeking donations for phase 2.
Annual fundraiser to be held
Saturday, July 25 at the Skate Park.
Visit Tomah’s
Backyard Skate Park on Facebook or
contact Mike at 608-343-1601
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 25TH
RECREATION PARK
6PM-7:30PM
COSTUME CONTEST,
GAMES, BINGO, FUN!
Fall Blvd. Tree Program
Every Fall the Parks Dept. provides limited
amount of trees City Residents for the
public Blvd. To request a tree fill out a
form at the City Clerk’s Office beginning in
August. Questions contact 374-7445
Grumann Park: Playground Area located at
Kristi Lane and Jodi Circle.
Waterman Park: Playground area and picnic
area. Located at Waterman Avenue and
Pine Street.
Looking for A Shelter to Reserve?
Enclosed Shelters
Winnebago Park
Fireman’s Park
Residents: $80
Non-Resident: $125
Open Air Shelters
Winnebago Point & Central
Fireman’s Lions & Giesler
Veteran’s Park
Lake Park
Butts Park
Resident $50 Non-Resident $80
Visit www.tomahonline.com
Owned & Operated by the City of Tomah Parks & Recreation Department
1625 Butts Avenue, Tomah, WI 54660
Located on the corner of Butts Avenue & County Hwy. CM
For information on planning an event at Tomah Recreation Park,
contact the City of Tomah Parks & Rec. Dept. at (608) 374-7445.
For pricing log onto www.tomahonline.com
Exhibit Building
Recreation Building
Great for weddings, banquets, and large gatherings
seating for over 500 guests, available tables & chairs,
large overhead entrances, full bathrooms with showers.
TOMAH ICE CENTER
Tomah Ice Cente is 25,000 sq. ft. with available
tables & chairs, large overhead entrances, sound
system, show facilities and bleacher section. New
Kitchen, warming area, and bathrooms.
Home to Tomah Youth Hockey and Open Skate.
For Open Skate hours log onto
www.tomahhockey.com
OUTDOOR
SKATING RINK
Recreation Park Mose Lamb Outdoor Rink is open 7
days a week until 10:30pm with lighted outdoor rink.
Opens when weather gets to below freezing.
HOME TO THE
GRAND NATIONAL BUDWEISER
DAIRYLAND TRACTOR PULL &
MONROE COUNTY FAIR
2015 DATES:
Tractor Pull June 25-28
Monroe County Fair July 29-August 2
For more info contact
372-2081 or visit
www.tomahtractorpull.com
www.monroecountyfairwi.com
8,700 Sq. Ft. with available with
tables & chairs, kitchen area, &
restrooms. Large overhead door
entrance.
BURNSTAD’S ADVENTURE
PLAYGROUND
Over 8,000 sq. ft. playground featuring
zipline, giant saucer, and a barn
themed play land.
Special thanks to
Burnstad’s Family Foundation &
The Toro Company for their generous
donations to make the playground a
reality!
Remembering Jesse Parker Races
5mile Run, 5K Run/Walk,
Children’s Races, Special Needs Stampede, Senior Stroll.
June 20, 2015
Benefit Charity Water Organization, High School Scholarship, Local charity
Perks: Free t-shirt, goodie bag, pancake breakfast, beverages, door prizes, awards
FOR REGISTRATION INFORMATION LOG ONTO www.runjesse.com
October 1-3rd, 2015
Come help us put a stop to Domestic Violence.
Funds Raised help support
Monroe County’s Domestic Violence Shelter
and provide scholarships to Graduating Seniors.
Want to learn more:
www.rememberingteresa.com
2015 Tomah Area Racing Series
Tomah Area Caner Support Sprint 5k May 16
Remembering Jesse Parker 5k/5mi June 20
Remembering Teresa 5k/October 3
Santa Superior Fun Run/Walk 5k November 27
For more information contact
Scott Nicol at 608-372-3298 or
Tom Rudey at 608-374-5517
MUTT STRUT & FUN FEST
Sunday May 17th @ Winnebago Park
Events begin @ noon.
POOCH PLUNGE
Sunday Sept. 6 @
Tomah Aquatic Center
Events begins @ 1pm
Bring a Lawn chair and enjoy
Performers and Artists sharing their
Music and Art in Gillett park!
List of Bands available
@ BearCreekRecording.com
May 27, June 10 & 24
July 8 & 22
Aug. 5 & 19
For more information, rules, registration
forms Visit www.chasingdaylight.org
For more Community Events visit the
Greater Tomah Area Chamber of Commerce
Convention & Visitor Bureau
@www.tomahwisconsin.com or
Call 608-372-2166
Positive Adventures Creating
Knowledge
Mark your calendar!!!!
June 29-August 6, 2015
Some sample classes from past years:
Adventure Challenge, Magic School Bus, Art in the Park, Spanish,
Arts and Crafts, Crochet, Basketball, Down on the Farm, Getting
Ready for Kindergarten, Beading, Golf, Fishing, Piano, Book Club,
Bowling, Bookmaking, Bug’s World, Cartooning, Holidays, Clay,
Card Making, Games, Photography, Science Experiments,
Keyboarding, Greek Mythology, Summer Success Math and
Reading, Internet Basics, Keyboarding, Weight Lifting, Volleyball,
Origami, Lifetime Sports, Paper Mache, Cooking, Intro to Acting,
Puppetry, Kites, Healthy All the Way, Outdoor Activities and
Swimming, Fitness Training, Creative Building, Dance, Books at
the Movies, Pyramids and Mummies, Scrapbooking,
Ultimate Frisbee, and Robotics
Information and sign-up procedure is available at
www.tomah.k12.wi.us
Questions?? Please call 608-374-7057