CONTACT INFORMATION: P & R Office: 374-7445 Address: 819 Superior Avenue Event Cancellations: 374-7449 Website: www.tomahonline.com Fax: 374-7424 Email: jprotz@tomahonline.com www.facebook.com/department 62
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. Table of Contents 1. Aquatic Center Hours, Rules & Policies 2. AC Swim Lessons 3. AC Activities & Swim Team 4. Youth Sports 5. Adult Sports & Fitness 6. Recreation Park & Tree Programs 7. Community Programs 8. Tomah Parks & Shelter Reservations 9. Recreation Trail 10. Community Events & Special Recreation 11. Boy s & Girl s Club Summer Program 12. Summer P.A.C.K. REGISTRATION PROCEDURES To Register for Programs and Park Shelters Visit: www.tomahonline.com, Click Parks and Recreation, Click ONLINE Registration Click Log In (sign in to existing Account or create new account) Summer Sign up begins Monday, May 6th MEET THE STAFF Joe Protz Parks & Recreation Director Brian Olson Parks Foreman Chuck Dade Parks Maintenance Chris Spiers Parks Maintenance Cathy Coffey Recreation Supervisor Dan Murphy Recreation Park Maintenance PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION Lamont Kiefer Shirley Galstad-Roh Bruce Peth Dustin Powell Tess Saunders Oak Moser Jared Tessman Remy Gomez TYPO?, WE GOOFED? We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this publication. If a mistake happens, we apologize and ask for your understanding and patience with any inconvenience it may cause. HAVE A PROGRAM IDEA? Contact Parks and Recreation Department at 608-374-7445 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 & Administrative Staff). To our dedicated staff and volunteers. To all the people, organizations, sponsors, businesses, and city departments that have sponsored or given assistance to the department.
For more activities stop at the pool or contact 374-7446 Wet & Wacky Wednesdays* Pool Noodles, Beach Balls & Dive Rings available for swimmers Duck race during the afternoon break- Winning Duck wins a prize! 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 6:30-8:00pm and Fridays 9:30-10:45am Season runs Monday, June 10th Wednesday, August 7th, 2019 Tomah Home Meet: Saturday, August 3rd, 2019 @ 8:00am Swim Test and Registration Monday, June 10th, 6:30-8:00 pm 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! *Weather Permitting, Regular admission prices apply
LITTLE SLUGGERS T-BALL Monday & Wednesday June 10 th July 10 th Sign up Online May 6th Tomah T-ball (Ages 4.5-6 years) Boys & girls who turned 4 years old prior to 01/01/2019. The program is an introduction to baseball with learning the fundamentals and having fun as being the main goal. Players will use a soft T- ball and a batting tee. Players will be assigned teams, and the last 3 weeks (6 Games) will have modified game play. Location: Winnebago Park Time 9:30 a.m. Cost $20 Includes Team T-shirt P&R Basketball (Hoops): Tomah Middle School Gym Boys & Girls, Grades 1 & 2, 3 & 4 Instruction, skill building, sportsmanship and Fun will be stressed with in-house scrimmages Winter P&R Gymnastics: Recreation Park Green Building Boys & Girls, Parent Tot, Pre-School (3-5 yrs) Beginner, Advanced Beginner, Intermediate, & Advanced Intermediate Spring & Fall P&R Volleyball: Tomah High School Gym Boys & Girls, Grades 1 & 2, 3 & 4, 5 &6 Instruction, skill building, sportsmanship and Fun will be stressed with in-house scrimmages Fall REGISTRATION PROCEDURES To Register for Programs www.tomahonline.com, Click Parks and Recreation, Click ONLINE Registration Click Log In (sign in to existing Account or create new account) Additional Youth Sports Programs: Tomah Youth Baseball: Boys & Girls K-9 th Grade www.tomahyouthbaseball.org Tomah Youth Basketball: Boys & Girls K-8 th Grade www.tomahyouthbasketball.com Tomah Youth Floorball: Boys & Girls 7-13 yrs Facebook: Tomah Floorball Club Tomah Youth Football: Boys & Girls K-6 th Grade Facebook: Tomah Youth Football Tomah Youth Hockey: Boys & Girls K-9 th www.tomahhockey.com Tomah Youth Softball/ Tomah Stix: Girls 5-18yrs, Dan Wall (608) 343-2329 Tomah Youth Soccer: Boys & Girls 3 yrs-8 th Grade wwwtomahyouthsoccer.net Tomah Youth Wrestling: Boys & Girls Pre K-8th grade www.tomahyouthwrestling.com 7 Rivers Figure Skating Club: Boys & Girls 3yrs-Adult www.7riversfsc.com
ADULT SOFTBALL (10th grade & up) Summer Men s League: Wednesday Evenings May-August Glendale & Bud s Ball Parks Fall Co-Ed League: Wednesday Evenings & Some Mondays August-October Glendale & Bud s Ball Parks INDOOR CYCLING CLASS WHEEL ROCK YOU September-April Tomah Middle School ADULT OPEN PICKLEBALL Tuesday and Thursday 9:00 am-11:00 am & 6:00 pm -8:00 pm Recreation Park PICKLEBALL is the new it game sweeping the nation. A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn. Equipment provided. Want some spending $$? Adult officials needed! For more information Contact 608-374-7445 ADULT BASKETBALL (11th grade & up) Adult League: Wednesday Evenings December-March Tomah High School ADULT LAP SWIM Monday-Friday 12:00-1:00 pm June-August Tomah Aquatic Center ADULT VOLLEYBALL (9th grade & up Women s Outdoor Sand: Wednesday Evenings (6:00 pm-9:00 pm) May-August Glendale Park Co-Ed Indoor: Sunday Evenings (4:00 pm- 8:00 pm) September-December Tomah High School Women s Indoor Sunday Evenings (3:00 pm-8:00 pm) January-March Tomah High School CO-ED OPEN FLOORBALL Sunday Evenings September April Tomah High School Small Gym 5:00 pm-6:00 pm Youth-7yrs to 13yrs old. 6:00 pm-7:00 pm Adult 14 & up Equipment provided. Please wear gym shoes! Facebook: Tomah Floorball Club for more information More information and registration @ www.tomahonline.com
1625 Butts Avenue, Tomah, WI 54660 (Butts Avenue & County Hwy. CM) For information on planning an event at Tomah Recreation Park, contact the City of Tomah Parks & Rec. Dept. @ (608) 374-7445 Recreation Building Great for weddings, banquets, and large gatherings with seating for over 500 guests, available tables & chairs, large overhead entrances, full bathrooms with showers, Wi-Fi & Direct TV. Burnstad s Adventure Playground Over 8,000 sq. ft. playground featuring zip-line, giant saucer, and a barn-themed playland. Exhibit Building 8,700 Sq. Ft. available with tables & chairs, kitchen area, & restrooms. Large overhead door entrance for easy access. Tomah Ice Center Tomah Ice Center is a 25,000 sq. ft. building with available tables & chairs, large overhead entrances, sound system, show facilities and bleacher section. Kitchen, warming area, and bathrooms. Home to Tomah Youth Hockey and Open Skate. For Open Skate hours, hockey programs, and skating programs @ www.tomahhockey.com & 7riversfsc.com Donate a Park Bench or Tree Celebrate someone you love or recognize a business or organization by purchasing a Park Bench or Tree for a City Park in their honor. For more information on how you can enhance the park system with a lifetime gift call Parks and Recreation Director, Joe Protz at 608-374-7445. Fall Boulevard Tree Program Each fall the Parks Dept. provides a limited number of trees to City Residents for the public boulevards. To request a tree fill out a form at the City Clerk s Office beginning in August Questions contact 374-7445 City Tree Nursery The new Tomah City Tree Nursery needs donations of small trees to be nurtured and later planted In area parks and boulevards Questions contact 374-7445 Arbor Day: April 26th Butts Park @ 4:00 pm Importance of Trees Ceremony Winners of TMS Poetry & Poster Contests announced, tree planting & cupcakes for all! www.tomahonline.com
TOMAH PUBLIC LIBRARY 716 Superior Ave. Reading Programs & Activities The Tomah Public Library offers Reading Programs for all ages. The programs are designed to be a relaxing way to include reading and related activities family time; helping children maintain and improve reading skills. Teachers, educators, day-care providers are invited to schedule visits. For more information contact Mr. Dave youthservicestpl@gmail.com. With The Parenting Place you can: Looking forward to seeing you at the library! Programs are free, and open to the public. For a complete list of library activities visit: Tomahonline.com/Public Library or TomahPublicLibrary.org City of Tomah s KUPPER RATSCH SENIOR CENTER A Gathering Place for Seniors & Disabled Persons 1102 Superior Ave. For Information on Senior Activities, Senior Wellness or the Loan Closet Contact: 608 374-7476 or pjbuchda@tomahonline -Learn parenting tips and skills -Interact with other parents -Discover resources in your own community -Understand the stages of child development -Borrow books, toys and resources -Find the best options for child care Our programs, referrals and resources are available to any parent or caregiver FREE of charge. Contact 608 374-4190 or theparentingplace.net Mr. Dave
Buckley Park: Home of the Tomah Aquatic Center (Open 10 weeks in summer) (608) 374-7446 Enclosed Area: 6 lane zero-depth entry pool, 3 water slides, kid's polar bear Pete slide, lap swimming, swim team, and a New Splash Pad Play Area for children under 48 tall. Exterior Area: Play area with slide & swings, viewing bench, and adjoining parking lot. 2 Butts Park: On the bank of Lake Tomah, Open-air picnic pavilion, public restrooms, playground area and picnic area. Future home of the Handicap Accessible Shelter & Pier. Frank S. Andres Fireman s Park: 2 Open-air Picnic Pavilions, enclosed shelter, public restrooms, Skate Park, football fields, horseshoe pits, Born Learning Trail & playground area. Walking trail connects park to Buckley Park (Aquatic Center) Gillett Park: Little Red School House Museum, Maid of the Mist Fountain, Bell Garden, Playground area, Picnic area and Gazebo. Hosts the Farmer s Market & Americana Music in the Park each summer. Grumann Park: Neighborhood Park (Located between Lake Tomah & Rec Park) with a Playground Area and Open Air Shelter Memorial Park: Veterans Memorial, Open-air picnic pavilion, public restrooms, playground equipment and picnic area. North Glendale Ave Ball Park Complex: Softball and Baseball diamonds with lights and bleachers, 2 concession stands, 3 volleyball courts with lights, 2 public restrooms & playground area. Also houses the Recreation Department shop building. Veteran s Park: Open-air picnic pavilion, concession stand, public restrooms, playground area, nature trail, multiple soccer fields, picnic area and a fenced Dog Park (entrance off Glendale Ave.). Waterman Park: Neighborhood Park (between Veteran s Park & N. Glendale Park) with a Playground Area & Open Air Shelter Winnebago Park: Located on Lake Tomah; 2 Open-air picnic pavilions, enclosed shelter with fireplace, public restrooms, little league baseball diamond, handicapped fishing pier, volleyball courts, Wonder Hoops basketball court, Fitness equipment, horseshoe pits, picnic area, walking trail and 2 boat ramps for access to the lake. Host to The Parenting Place - Winnebago Wednesdays kid s activity time during the summer. Winnebago Wonderland: Located inside of Winnebago Park is a 10,000 sq. ft. wooden playground complete with castles, mazes, slides, tubes, swings (including a parent & tot swing) and many more kid friendly play areas. Daily Shelter Rentals: 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 Butts Park Memorial Park Resident $50 Non-Resident $80 @ www.tomahonline.com
The Tomah Recreational Trail is just over 4 miles, connecting Lake Tomah s Winnebago Park, (Wonderland, Wonder Hoops, First Weber Fitness Equipment, & Accessible Fishing Pier) Memorial Park, Veteran s Park, (Dog Park) Fireman s Park (Skate Park) & Buckley Park (Aquatic Center). Convenient parking for enjoying the trail located at the Aquatic Center off Hwy 12/16 and in Winnebago park. Recreation Path Streets/Highways Lake, River & Creek Parks Dog Park Skate Park Accessible Fishing Piers
Remembering Jesse Parker Races: June 15th 5mile Run, 5K Run/Walk, Children s Races, Special Needs Stampede & Senior Stroll. Giving Hope by funding clean water projects for more than 90,000 people and building friendships of peace and compassion. @www.runjesse.com Our Town Tomah Spring Planting Day: Wednesday, May 22nd Volunteers meet at Gillett Park @ 9:30 am ANNUAL FREEZE FEST TOMAH ROTARY CLUB & TOMAH PARKS & REC 1st Weekend in February A complete list of Rotary events @ www.tomahrotaryclub.org GRAND NATIONAL BUDWEISER DAIRYLAND TRACTOR PULL June 20-22nd MONROE COUNTY FAIR July 24th-July 28th For more information contact the Ag Society (608) 372-2081 @ www.tomahtractorpull.com MUTT STRUT & FUN FEST Sunday, June 2nd 12-3pm @ Veteran s Park/Dog Park POOCH PLUNGE Sunday, Aug 25th 12-3 pm Tomah Aquatic Center Information, rules & Registration; @ www.chasingdaylight.org For more Community Events visit the Greater Tomah Area Chamber of Commerce and Convention & Visitor Bureau @ www.tomahwisconsin.com 11th Annual Special O Basketball Game: Feb 24th @ 12:00 THS Designed for individuals with special needs, and their friends and families. More Information & Events @ www.tomahonline.com Special Needs Prom: Saturday, April 13th @ Murray s On Main Halloween Party: Sunday, October 20th 5:30-7:00 @ Rec Bldg. Holiday Party: Saturday, December 14th 5:00-7:00 @ Rec Bldg. Special Needs Swim: Saturday, July 27th 6:00pm-8:00pm Aquatic Center n.a.s.a Needs Your Help! We re Building an Accessible Playground at Butts Park Help Us Make Dreams Come True Mail your donation to: P.O. Box 173 Tomah WI 54660 And/Or -Volunteer! At an upcoming event. -Spread The Word -Attend our annual Fundraising Banquet the last Saturday in Feb.
Positive Adventures Creating Knowledge Mark your calendar! June 24th-August 1st 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 available @ www.tomah.education/summerpack Questions?? Please call (608)-374-7057