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Summer Camp Registration at the
Community Recreation Center • 801 2nd Ave. N. • 727-6099
Park and Recreation • 1700 River Drive North • 771-1265
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What Do You
Love About
Great Falls?
Our beautiful City with parks, flower gardens,
tree lined streets, and landscaped areas? Swimming pools, golf courses, tennis courts, the Community Recreation Center, Riverside Rail Yard Skate
Park? The amazing River’s Edge Trail? Youth and
adult activities including softball, basketball, volleyball, summer camps, swimming lessons, park
programs, junior and adult golf lessons? Special
events including Ice Breaker Road Race, Pet & Doll
Parade, Easter Egg Hunt, and Electric City Winter
Classic Youth Basketball Tournament? Park and
Recreation provides all of these services and more.
The Park and Recreation Department’s primary
focus is to enhance the overall health and livability
of our community. This is the number one goal of
Park and Recreation, and we continually strive to
provide and improve services, programs, events,
and facilities to enhance the health and livability
of the community and to provide a park and urban
forest system that adds beauty, fitness opportunities, and a wealth of other benefits making Great
Falls a livable and beautiful community.
Benefits of
Recreation
• Recreation and park services are often the
catalyst for tourism, a growing sector of our
economy.
• Parks and recreation services motivate
business relocation and expansion in our
community.
• Meaningful leisure services reduce the high
cost of vandalism and criminal activity.
• Leisure opportunities, facilities and the quality
of the local environment are the foundations of
community pride. Recreating together builds
strong families, the foundation of a stronger
society.
• Leisure opportunities for youth provide positive
lifestyle choices and alternatives to selfdestructive behavior.
• Pay now or pay more later! Investment in
recreation as a preventative health service
makes sense.
• Urban forests and parks create an
environment of beauty and are beneficial to our
mental health. They attract businesses and
tourists, increase property values, and have a
positive impact on our environment including
modifying local climate and reducing noise
pollution.
Park & Recreation Department FAST FACTS
Total customers served
1,204,814
Park & Recreation Staff
• 29 permanent employees
• 224 temporary, part-time and on-call employees
Divisions
• Administration
• Aquatics
• Community Recreation Center
• Forestry
• Golf
• Park Maintenance
• Recreation
• Visitor Information Center
Park & Natural Resources
• 555 acres developed land
• 300 acres of undeveloped land
• 300 acres conservation lands
• 57 developed parks
• 9 undeveloped parks
• 1 compost site
• 25 landscaped medians/islands
• 58 miles of Recreational Trails (21 miles paved)
• 36,000 Tree (boulevards/parks/golf)
Facilities
• 52 Facilities
Skate Park
• 27,000 square feet
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Golf Courses
• Eagle Falls Golf Club 18 hole – 169.87 acres
• Anaconda Hills Golf Course 18 hole – 130 acres
• Rounds played in 2014 - 57,714
Aquatics
• Water Tower Pool and Spray Park –
2014 attendance 9,097
• Jaycee Pool and Spray Park 2014 attendance 7,622
• Electric City Water Park 2014 attendance 28,707
• Morony Natatorium Indoor Pool 2014 attendance 30,565
Community Recreation Center
• Gym
• Stage
• Fitness center
• Meeting rooms
• Day care facility
• Dance studio
• Café
• 95,000 served in 2014
Special Events
• Ice Breaker Road Race
• Pet & Doll Parade
• Easter Egg Hunt
• Electric City Winter Classic
• Golf Courses
• Community
Recreation Center
Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2015 • Page 3
Administration • 406.771.1265
Joe Petrella, Park and Recreation Director
Patty Rearden, Deputy Director
Lonnie Dalke, Park Supervisor
Jay Rowton, Park Foreman
Todd Seymanski, City Forester
Cindy Stein, Sr. Administrative Assistant
Sherri Floerchinger, Sr. Account Clerk
Becky Hapka, Sr. Account Clerk
Community Recreation Center • 406.727.6099
Erica McNamee, Community Recreation Center
Supervisor
Morony Natatorium Pool • 406.452.3733
Marian Permann, Aquatics Supervisor
Eagle Falls • 406.761.1087 or
Anaconda Hills Golf Course • 406.761.8459
Connie Cramer-Caouette, LPGA, Golf Manager
Keith Hollenback, Eagle Falls Golf Superintendent
Wade Altschwager, Anaconda Hills Golf Superintendent
Park & Recreation Advisory Board Members
Charlie Bruckner, Chairman
William Ramsey
Russell Motschenbacher
Shirley Davis
Patrick Carroll
June Sprout
Lynn Ulmer Oatman
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Golf Advisory Board Members
Cam Cherry, Chairman
Lonnie Yingst
Mark Johnson
Lori Muzzana
Kelly Gilligan
PARK AND
RECREATION MISSION
STATEMENT
We will continue to improve our progressive
partnership with our fellow citizens to ensure
that Great Falls is a better place to live, work
and play by providing personal, social, economic
and environmental benefits attributed to a well
maintained innovative park system, unique urban
forest and a imaginative recreation programs
and services.
• We take pride in our work;
• We strive to project a professional
departmental image
• We provide safe, quality services, programs,
and facilities at reasonable costs;
• We value teamwork;
• We conduct our work in a timely, fiscally
responsible and cooperative manner;
• We value quality and treat those we serve and
each other with respect, dignity and honesty;
• We value our sense of community, especially
our customers, their families and their
involvement;
• We are innovative and honest in our duties and
provide a positive work environment, career
opportunity and training for our employees.
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REGISTRATION
INFORMATION
AND LOCATIONS
Registration starts Monday, March 16th at the Park & Recreation
Department, 1700 River Drive North. Registration forms available
online at www.icebreakergf.com; Scheels and Universal Athletics
stores.
ENTRY FEES
$14 Youth 10 years of age and under
$20 Adults and youth 11 years of age and over
$58 Family of 4* (not available online)
*Family of 4 includes parent(s) and dependents age 1-18 from same household.
$12 each add’l youth from the same family/household
$2 late registration fee per individual on all entries April 20-26
2015 EVENT SCHEDULE
March 16 - April 17........Early registration at
Monday - Friday
Great Falls Park and
8am to 5pm
Recreation
1700 River Drive N
Saturday, April 18 ..........Early registration at
10am to 4pm
Scheels
Holiday Village Mall
April 20 - 24 ...................Late registration* at
Monday - Friday
Great Falls Park and
8am to 5pm
Recreation
1700 River Drive N
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GF Civic Center
Sunday, April 26 ............RACE DAY!
8am to 1pm
Late registration* &
packet pick-up at
GF Civic Center
1pm ...............................5 mile race
2pm ...............................3 mile race
3pm ...............................1 mile race
4pm ...............................Awards ceremony
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Electric City Water Park
100 River Drive South • 454-9008
Open:
Sunday-Saturday
Saturday & Sunday
Labor Day Weekend
June 12 - August 25
August 29-30
Sept 5 - 7
Schedule:
Monday - Sunday
12:00 – 6:00 pm
(Wednesday open until 8pm)
Wednesday Family Night!
Extended hours
6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
$2 discount on Package A only
Fair week, July 30, close at 6:00 pm
Water Walking – Tuesdays & Thursdays
7:00 am –8:00 am
$4 per time
Enjoy walking outside and getting a great
workout. Join us at the Lazy River. This is
great resistance training for anyone. Class
will not be held if it is raining.
PACKAGE A
The Ultimate in summer fun, this package includes the 160’ Tower
Power Plunge, two drop slides, the 50 meter Mitchell Pool, Little
Squirt Soak Zone, and the Flow Rider. Boogie Board on the Flow
Rider or splash down the 87’ long Riptide Slide into the Lazy River.
Boards and tubes are included on a first come/first serve basis.
Children must be 48” tall to ride the slides.
Youth 3-17 $10
Adults $12
PACKAGE B
Cool off in the competition size Mitchell Pool and the Little Squirts
Soak Zone.
Youth 3-17 $3
Adults $5
Children 2 and under free with paying adult
(one child free with each paying adult, $2 for each additional child.)
Lap Swim:
Monday – Thursday 10:00 am-11:30 am
$4 per time or $40 per month
General Information:
Minimum height for the slides is 48”. Minimum high temperature for the day is 65° for
pool opening.
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Electric City Water Park
Special Events
Screaming Deal Express Pass
30 visits – 25% discount
Spend the summer enjoying the Electric City Water
Park including the pools, slides, and Flow Rider. The
Express Pass is now available and can be used for
groups or individuals. Purchase at the Park and
Recreation Office.
Youth (3-17)
$225
Adult
$270
Sunday, June 21
Father’s Day
Father in free with paying family
Dad’s be prepared to compete in the fun and games
Friday, July 17
Wet and Wild Fiesta
12:00 pm- 6:00 pm
Join us for this Fun Filled Family Day!
There will be Great Latino Music, Zumba, Mexican
Hat dances,
Piñatas and a Taco Bar! Plus all the family favorites
- balloon toss and watermelon eating contest. Lots
of prizes
Fee: Youth $8 Adult $10
Sunday, August 2
Race Montana Triathlon
7:00 am-12:00 noon
For more information call 761-2222
Wet Your Whistle Pass
10 visits – 10% discount - Package A only
Youth (3-17)
$90
Adult
$108
ALL NEW
Scout Badge Programs
Calling all Boy Scouts!
Earn your swimming
merit badge and Lifesaving
merit badge while having Fun! One of our
knowledgeable certified lifeguards will teach
your group about water safety, first aid,
swimming and rescue techniques.
Program is approx 1.5 hours in length
Badge Program Package:
$20.00 per person (includes full water park
pass and Badge Merit Program)
Minimum 10 participants must register as
a group.
Tuesday, August 11
Celebrity Flow Rider Competition
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Surfs up for Montana Media Celebrities! Watch your favorite Celebrity
show off their skills on the Flow Rider.
Bring a can of food during regular
hours (noon to 6pm) put in the food
barrel of your favorite Media Mogul
and receive $1 off package A for
the day.
Reservations must be made 14 days in
advance and requires a non refundable
group deposit of $50. Full payment required
7 days prior to program start. For more
information call 452-3733.
Monday, August 24
So Long Summer……Hello School
12:00 pm-6:00 pm
Fun, Games and Prizes – ALL DAY LONG
$2 off package A for students 17 & under
Wednesday, September 9
Drool in the Pool
4:00 pm-7:00 pm
Fee: $5
Let your pooch enjoy the last days of summer at
the ECWP
All dogs are required to have proof of current vaccinations.
No People allowed in pool.
Tuesday’s
Summer of FunShine with Cory Wells
1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
June 16, June 30, July 14, August 4, August 18
NEW!
Live Jam & Karaoke Night
Great Music, Great Fun, Great Time!
Jam session 5 pm-7:30 pm
Bring your favorite instrument or your music
voice and join in on a jam session high atop the
Flow Rider Stage.
Wednesday, June 24
Wednesday, July 22
Wednesday, Aug 12
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Pool Rentals
Electric City Water Park
Rent the Electric City Water Park for a special birthday or group party. The facility will be exclusively yours
for a private party. Lifeguards, boards, tubes and life jackets are provided.
Monday-Sunday
6:00 – 8:00 pm or 8:00 - 10:00 pm
NO RENTALS ON WEDNESDAYS
Rental Fees:
$750 for entire facility (includes boards/tubes)
$500 Flow Rider rental — Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday
$500 Mitchell pool and water slides rental — Monday, Tuesday, Thursday or Friday
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Natatorium Swimming Pool
111 12th Street North • 452-3733
Pool Size:
Water Temperature:
Pool Depth:
Drop Slides:
25’ x 75’
84°-85°
31/2’ to 12’
2
Water Aerobics, Lap Swimming and Open Swim
will not be available in June, July or August. Lap
Swimming and Water Walking Aerobics will be
held at the Electric City Water Park (see Water
Park schedule)
Open Swim through May
Saturday 1:00-5:00 pm
Natatorium pool fees:
Youth (3 – 17) $2.50
Adults (18 +)
$3.50
Children under 3 free with paying adult (one child/
adult; $1.50 for each additional child)
Natatorium Swimming Pool Rentals
Rent the pool for a birthday party or a group swim.
The facility is exclusively yours, lifeguards are
provided. (not available July/August)
Saturday 6:00-8:00, 8:00-10:00
Sunday 12:00-2:00, 2:00-4:00, 4:00-6:00,
6:00-8:00
Fee: $130 for two hours – 1 - 50 people
$170 for two hours – over 50 people
Add the inflatable for an additional $75
Aquatic Solutions
Designed for individuals with arthritis, fibromyalgia,
and orthopedic related injuries. Certified instructors
teach various water exercises designed to improve
and/or maintain quality of life.
Multiple Sclerosis/Orthopedic Program
Certified instructors provide individualized exercises
to enable patrons to have better range of motion,
reduce edema, increase flexibility and maintain
endurance.
April-July
Tuesday & Thursday
11:00-12:00
Fee: $4/day $30.00/month
Junior Lifeguard Workshop
Ages 11 -15. Class offers lifeguarding basics.
Participants will need paper, pencil, extra clothes,
swim suit, towel, long pants and t-shirt. After
completion of course and volunteering for one shift
at the pool, you will receive a t-shirt and a full day
pass to the Electric City Water Park.
Participants only need to attend one class.
June 26 9:00-12:00
July 10 9:00-12:00
July 24 9:00-12:00
Fee: $10
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Lifeguard Certification Course
April 8:00-5:00 (dates and times to be announced)
American Red Cross Certification
• Age 15 years & older
YMCA Certification
• Age 16 years & older
Fee: $175
This class offers participant complete knowledge and
training to be certified as a lifeguard. Lifeguarding is
a serious job requiring a great deal of knowledge of
water safety and rescue, strong swimming skills and
making split second decisions.
Class offers approximately 40 hours of course work
and physical training. Applicants must attend all
classes to become certified. Certification includes
CPR PRO, Oxygen Administration, First Aid and
Lifeguarding. This certification allows you to work at
any aquatic facility.
$75.00 refund on class fees for new certification if
you are hired by the City of Great Falls and complete
an entire season of work (June through August).
For more information about Lifeguard Certification
call Bev at 452-3733.
Lifeguard Recertification Course
May 9
9:00 am - 4:00 pm
For those who have already received their
certification in lifeguarding and need to update.
Fee: $75
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SWIMMING LESSONS
Natatorium Swimming Pool
Ages 4 & older
Classes offered for beginners to advanced. YMCA/American
Red Cross certified instructors. Monday-Friday for two weeks,
with last day of class held at the Electric City Water Park (time
to be announced for each class)
Fee: $45 *$5 discount to 2nd child in family
Polliwog
Emphasis on personal safety. Personal growth, beginning
stroke development with front, side and back float.
Guppy
Emphasis on personal safety. Personal growth with stroke
development with floating, diving, bobbing and treading water.
Progression from Polliwog
Minnow
Emphasis on personal safety. Personal growth with paddle,
breast stroke, side stroke and crawl. Progression from Guppy.
Polliwog/Guppies
June 15-26
June 29-July 10
July 13-24
July 27-August 7
Times Available
9:00 1:00 2:10 4:00
(30 minute class)
9:00 1:00 2:10 4:00
(30 minute class)
9:00 1:00 2:10 4:00
(30 minute class)
9:00 1:00 2:00 4:00
(45 minute class)
5:10
5:10
5:10
5:00
Minnows to Porpoise Times Available
June 15-26
9:35 1:35 2:45 4:35 5:45
(30 minute class)
June 29-July 10
9:35 1:35 2:45 4:35 5:45
(30 minute class)
July 13-24
9:35 1:35 2:45 4:35 5:45
(30 minute class)
July 27-August 7
9:00 1:00 2:00 4:00 5:00
(45 minute class)
SKIPPERS
Parent/Child
Aquatic Program
Fee: $6/day or $45/ month
A progression towards developing
personal growth, personal safety and
rescue skills using songs, games
and stunts with an instructor who
leads them in guided discovery. Ages
6 month to 4 years depending on
comprehension and ability. Parent/
guardian participation required in the
water. 1 hour class.
June 15-July 8
11:15 5:00
Monday & Wednesday
July 13-August 5
11:15
Monday & Wednesday
Fish
Emphasis on personal safety. Personal growth with breast,
back, side strokes, butterfly and surface dive. Progression
from Minnow
Flying Fish
Emphasis on personal safety. Personal growth, crawl, breast,
side butterfly and underwater swim. Progression from Fish
Shark
Emphasis on personal safety. Personal growth, crawl,
breast, sidestroke, butterfly, individual medley and rescue.
Progression from Flying Fish
Porpoise
Emphasis on personal safety. Personal growth, leadership,
increasing stroke speed, individual medley, double trundgen
crawl and rescue. Progression from Shark
STAY WITH US IN
Great Falls!
• Store and Laundry
• Pedal Bike Rentals
• Free Firewood!
• We Love motorcycles!
• Cabins and Cottages
• Unique Playground!
Hot Tubs - under the Big Sky!
Gift Shop - full of great stuff!
Entertainment - every night!
Tent Villages - we love tenters!
Family Style Bathrooms - lots of them!
Fire Pits and picnic tables - at every site!
Water Playground - nothing like it in Montana
Outdoor Kitchens - breakfast served outdoors every morning!
GREAT FALLS KOA
www.koa.com
Reservations: 800.562.6584
Information: 406.727.3191
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Neighborhood Pools
Water Tower Pool And
Jaycee Pool Will
Open For The Season
Saturday, June 27 –
Sunday, August 16,
1:00 pm To 5:45 pm
SPRAY PARKS ONLY FREE
June 12 – 26
1:00 – 5:00 pm
August 17 – Sept 7 1:00 – 5:00 pm
JAYCEE POOL
4th Street & 26th Avenue NE - 727-1080
Open June 27 - August 16
1:00-5:45 pm
WATER TOWER POOL
34th Street & 7th Avenue South - 761-4320
Open June 27 - August 16
1:00-5:45 pm
Youth 3-17
$2.50
Adults
$3.50
Children 2 and under free with paying adult one
child free with each paying adult, $1.50 for each
additional child)
General Information: Minimum high temperature
for the day is 65° for pool opening. Limited
concessions are available.
Punch Cards Available
purchase at the Park and Recreation office
10 time youth pass $25
10 time adult pass $35
Jaycee Pool And Water Tower
Pool - Rentals
Rent the pool for a birthday party or group swim.
The facility will be exclusively yours for a private
party. Lifeguards are provided.
June 26 – August 16 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Fee:
$150 for 50 people
$200 for over 50 people
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Summer Camp Programs
Community Recreation Center • 801 2nd Ave. No.
Summer Camp Programs!
The Community Recreation Center is excited to present a tremendous
opportunity for children entering grades K-8.
• Full day camps run from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm, Monday - Friday
• Activities run from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm
Kiddie Camp
• Children entering kindergarten and first grade, $100 per week
Kids Camp
• Children 2nd thru 5th grade, $100 per week
Outdoor Adventure Camp
• Children 6th thru 8th grade, $125 per week
727-6099
How do I register for programs?
• Registration begins on April 20th at 6:30 am @
the Community Recreation Center
801 2nd Ave North
• Or register On-Line at www.greatfallsmt.net
• Registration is on a first come first
serve basis
• Campers can be put on a waiting list if
camp is full
• Late registration will be accepted after
camp begins
• Camp will not be prorated
• Campers must be the required age at the start of their camp
Important Information
Scholarships: Scholarships are available and are based on HUD guidelines.
Registration Policy: At time of registration a $25 non refundable deposit ($50 for
outdoor camps) per camp is required to hold your child’s spot. The remaining balance is
due 7 days prior to camp starting.
Cancellation Policy: All cancellations must be given 7 days prior to the start of the
camp, $25 deposit will not be refunded. Any cancellations less than 7 days will forfeit
total amount paid, unless we can fill the opening. Credit will not be given for absences
or no-shows.
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What Your Child Needs: Please provide your child with a sack lunch, water bottle,
snack, sunscreen, bug spray and appropriate clothing for the weather that day.
Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2015 • Page 11
Kiddie Camp
June 15-19, Going Green
Our little campers will learn all about gardening with
Master gardener Mike Dalton. We will discover the
why and how of composting, create new ways to
have a garden and enjoy the benefits of a garden.
The gardening aspect of this camp will carry on to
all of the other week of kiddie camp.
June 22-26, Let’s get dirty!!!
During this week we will have fun with slime, gak,
mud, explosions, and a lot of other messy fun. Don’t
wear your good clothes because this week will be
messy.
June 29-July 3, Montana Heritage
This week is full of adventure and learning. We will
recreate many aspects of Montana’s past.
June 22-26, Raiders of Great Falls
We will seek adventure in as much of Great Falls
as we can fit into one week. Parks, movies, roller
skating, bowling are just a few things that we will be
doing this week.
June 29-July 3, Hometown USA
BBQ’s, Wiffle Ball tourney’s, Root beer floats, water
play just to name a few of the experiences we will
participate in this week.
For children entering kindergarten and first grade. We provide a fun and safe environment to
your children while encouraging them to learn and explore new things. Please provide your
child with the appropriate clothing for the weather, a sack lunch, snack, water bottle, bug
spray and sunscreen.
July 6-10, Art and Play
This week we will have a lot of creative fun. We
will find ways to express ourselves through both art
and play.
July 13-17, Sports Discovery
We will introduce your child to a variety of sports
this week. We will play soccer, shoot hoops, swim,
and seek that inner athlete in every way possible.
July 20-24, Electric City Park Patrol
Great Falls has a lot of wonderful parks and we
intend to visit as many as possible. The play
structures are great, but there are quite a lot of other
adventures to be had in each and every park.
Kid’s Camp
June 15-19, Science Camp
Children will work together to seek innovative solutions and designs that will sharpen critical thinking
and creative problem solving.
COST $100 per week with a $25 deposit due at the time of registration
July 27-31, Wet and Wild
We will be having lots of fun with water. It will be fun
to cool down with squirt guns, wading pools, slip
and slides and even a few visits to the swimming
pools. Please bring a swimsuit and towel every day.
August 3-7, Raiders of Great Falls
Swimming, bowling, roller skating and more, every
day we do something exciting that kids love to do.
August 10-14, Super Swimmers
This week our little campers will have a lot of water
play. We will be taking the campers to the pools,
one out of town adventure, and our own water play
at the rec center. Please bring a swimming suit and
towel every day
COST $100 per week with a $25 deposit due at the time of registration
For children entering second through fifth grade. Hurry in quick because spaces are limited and the
fun is guaranteed. This is a wonderful opportunity for your children to go on field trips, meet new
friends and learn new things. Please provide your child with a sack lunch, water bottle, snack, bug
spray and sunscreen and the appropriate clothing for the weather and activities of that day.
July 6-10, Sports Fanatics
Basketball, baseball, football and more, tennis,
hockey and golf, are you keeping score. This week
the kids will experiment with many different sports,
while having fun with competition.
July 27-31, Park and Recreation
Did you know that Great Falls has 52 Parks? We will
have penny carnivals, relay races, win it in a minute
challenges and a lot more actives in them.
July 20-24, Discover Montana
The big sky state has many things to offer, like fishing, hiking, swimming and much more. We intend
to help children remember why this beautiful state
is so great.
August 10-14, Swim Camp 2
Let’s take a plunge. Swim everyday of this week, so
bring your swim suit and towel. Campers will visit
all 3 city pools and two swimming holes.
July 13-17, Swim Camp 1
Bring your beach towel and swim suit this week
because we are getting wet. We will go to the 3 city
pools this week and 2 local swimming holes.
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August 3-7, Adventure Challenge
The kids will be broke up into teams this week and
each team will compete in challenges and races.
Friday we will celebrate the end of summer, and our
winners.
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COST $125 per week with a $50 deposit due at the time of registration
For children entering 6th grade through 8th grade. There are only
13 spots available per camp. This Fee covers transportation, camp
counselors, and all activity fees. They will need to bring a sack lunch,
an extra snack, and a refillable water bottle each day. Our goal is to
provide a tobacco, alcohol, and drug free setting, with quality instruction
and fun.
June 15-19, Hiking I Camp:
Come enjoy the beauty of Montana by hiking along some of the state’s
finest lakes and mountains, all while learning the essentials of safe hiking
and packing.
June 22-26, Wilderness Adventure Camp:
Learn how to set up camp, have fire starting competitions, and most
importantly, how to roast the perfect marshmallow!
June 29-July 1, Ghost Town Camp:
Discover the past of Montana Ghost Towns by exploring the most wellpreserved town, Garnett. A fun filled day will be followed by a one night
camping trip full of scary stories! The overnight trip will take place on the
second day! Feel free to call if you have any questions (406)727-6099.
July 6-10, Survivor Camp:
Outdoor
Adventure
Camp
Art Camp
Test your skills and smarts against other campers to see who will survive
Montana. Develop elements of survival in shelter, first aid, fire building, and
much more!
July 13-17, Hiking II Camp:
Join us hiking across Montana and foster skills in appreciating the environment, developing self-esteem, and instilling a spirit of adventure.
July 20-24, Water Adventure Camp:
Come cool off with us during our Water Adventure Camp. We will swim,
kayak, and fish in some of Montana’s most sought after lakes and rivers.
July 27-31, Outdoor Sport and Recreation Camp:
Find a new niche in some fun, outdoor sports that you don’t get to try every
day. We will try out new sports from throwing horse shoes to archery, so
come join us to see if you can find a new favorite to challenge your friends
in.
August 3-7, Amazing Race Camp:
Compete against other campers to test your knowledge at a variety of
skills and obstacle courses. See if you have what it takes to be the Amazing Race winner!
The Community Recreation Center offers partial day art camps to
teach children the FUNdementals of ART in every aspect of life.
Each week has a different theme, so pick your creative experience.
Beginner artist - ages 4-6
Fee: $40
When: Monday thru Friday
Time: 10:00-11:30
Creative artist - ages 7-12
Fee: $60
When: Monday thru Friday
Time: 1:00-3:30
July 6-10, International Art
We will take a look at and try several different types of art from all over the
globe. This class will be both educational and creative.
July 13-17 , Multi Media Art
We will use several different types of material to complete a wide variety of
art projects. We will be working with clay, paint, and everyday household
goods
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Sports Camp
10th Annual Blewett Kicking Camp
Teaches the fundamentals of the kicking game in football (field
goal kicking, punting, and kick- offs). Soccer and football players
are welcome. This is the only camp of its kind in Montana.
Put on by former Great Falls High School Athletes – line up
consists of
• Anders Blewett, kicked for Harvard University
• Drew Blewett, played at Tufts University
• Tyler Bolton kicked for Montana State University
• Trevor Bolton presently kicks for Montana State University
Grades 8-12
Fee: Free
June 17 5:30-7:00
June 24 5:30-7:00
Paris Gibson Education Center Football Field
Camp is offered 2 days: Wednesday, June 17 and 24, from 5:30
pm -7:00 pm at Paris Gibson Education Center - Football field.
There is no fee; however athletes must be in 8th grade or high
school to attend.
Football Camp
Cascade High School Head Football Coach Jesse Allan &
Cramer Caouette invites any young person in grade 3-6 to Elks
Riverside Park for Football camp. You will learn the basic skills
of competitive football, camp will cover footwork, agility drills,
blocking, passing, ball security, catching, route running, form
tackling (non-contact), and defensive coverage. The last day
of camp will be a scrimmage to showcase the skills they have
learned. Family and friends are invited to watch. Camp is
limited to 40 participants.
Football Camp, Grade 3-6
July 6-9, 9:00 am -11:30 am
Cost: $60.00 (T-shirt included)
Basketball Camp
Head Girls Basketball Coach for Belt High, Jeff Graham and former GFHS Girls Coach Chad Getten
invites you to basketball camp at the Community Recreation Center. Players will work on agility
drills to work on footwork, basketball terminology and communication, jump stops, form shooting,
ball handling, passing, rebounding, setting and reading screens, and properly playing on ball and
off ball defense. The last day of camp will have a series of games and relays on the skills they
have learned through the week competing for prizes. Everybody will be a winner!
COST: $60.00 per player (T-shirt included)
Fundamental Skills
for Girls
Grade 3-6
June 22-25
9:30-11:30 am
Fundamental Skills
for Boys
Grade 3-6
June 22-June 25
12:00-2:00 pm
Skill Development for
girls and boys
Grade 4-6
July 20-23
1:00-3:00 pm
Quick Start Tennis Program
The Community Recreation Center will be hosting four sessions of the quick start tennis program
this summer. The first two sessions will be for teaching the fundamental skills of tennis; the last
two sessions will be focusing on competitive tennis. Each session will be two hours long for four
days. Program will be held at Hurd Tennis Courts, 501 River Drive North
Cost $60.00 per session
Tennis Fundamentals - June 22-25
Competitive Tennis - June 29-July 2
ages 6-8 - 9:00-11:00 am
ages 6-8 - 9:00-11:00 am
ages 9-12 - 12:00-2:00 pm
ages 9-12 - 12:00-2:00 pm
Volleyball Camps
Community Recreation Center will be hosting two Volleyball camps this summer. The first camp
will be teaching the basic fundamentals of Volleyball, whereas the second will coach the finer
points of competitive Volleyball. Please bring your water bottle, athletic shoes and Volleyball
spirit. Camp held at the Community Recreation Center.
Cost $60.00 includes T-shirt
Instructor: Nikea Voegel, former Centerville High school Volleyball Coach
Volleyball Fundamentals
Grade 3-6
July 6-9
9:30 am to 12:00 pm
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Skills Competitive Volleyball
Grade 6-8
July 20-23
9:30 am to 12:00 pm
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Community
Recreation Fitness
Center
The FITNESS Center at the Community Recreation
Center has something for everyone who is looking for
physical exercise.
• Free Weights
• Smith Machine
• Heavy Bag
• Speed Bag
• Circuit Equipment
• Treadmills
• Elliptical Machines
• Stairmaster
• Summit Trainer
• Stationary Bikes
• Incumbent Bike
• Steam room
• Sauna
• Dance Studio
• Full Court Gym
Hours of Operation
Monday-Thursday 6:00 am-9:00 pm
Friday 6:00 am-7:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am-2:00 pm
Sunday closed
Community Recreation Center Offers
Community Recreation Center Facility Rental
Rentals available for special events
• Meetings
• Birthdays
• Anniversaries
• Whatever the occasion
Meeting Rooms $15 per hour
Gym
$30 per hour *
Mezzanine
$10 per hour
Dance studio
$15 per hour
Stage
$10 per hour
After hours
$15 per hour
*no food or drink in gym, rooms available
for food for an additional fee
• Gym
• Stage
• Fitness Center
• Coca-Cola Café
• Adult Noon ball
• A Child’s World Day Care
• Toastmasters
• Weight Watchers
• Home School PE
• After School Programs
• School’s Out Fun Days
• Summer Camps
• Youth Basketball
• Parent/Tot Club
• Zumba Dance
Schools Out
Fun Days
2015-16
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Membership Fees
No initiation fees! No contracts!
Includes Insanity, Piyo, Zumba & WOD class!
(noon basketball not included)
Daily Pass
$5
Monthly Pass
$25
3 Month
$65
9 Month
$120
Year Pass
$225
10 time punch card $40
Family Membership $50
• 2 adults and 2 children in same household, children 16
and under need to be accompanied by an adult. Must
be 11 years old to work out in fitness center.
Dual Membership
$40
• Dual membership gives members access to the
Community Recreation Fitness Center and the Morony
Natatorium lap swim and water aerobic classes.
Insanity Class instructor – Crystal Skinner
Monday 5:30 pm-6:30 pm
Saturday 8:30 am-9:30 am
Noon Basketball:
Mondays and Fridays noon to 1:00
(not included with membership)
Fees: $3 per time
$25 10x punch card
Piyo Class instructor - Aprill Barber
Wednesday 5:30 pm-6:30 pm
Saturday 10:00 am-11:00 am
WOD – Workout of the Day
Tuesday & Thursday 6:00 am-7:00 am
Zumba instructor – Brooke Wrobel
Tuesday &Thursday 6:15 pm-7:15 pm
Monday & Wednesday 12:10 pm-12:50 pm
When School is out and there is nothing
to do, nowhere to go, things are
looking blue, come to the Community
Recreation Center for tons of fun, we
provide an adventure, for everyone.
AGES: 5-12
TIME: 7:30 am – 5:30 pm
FEE Only: $25 daily
Dates:
October 15-16,
December 21-31,
March 11,
March 24-29
Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2015 • Page 15
Golf Great Falls
Enjoy our two beautiful city golf courses. Eagle Falls
Golf Club is tentatively set to open March 15 through
October 31. The target opening date for Anaconda
Hills Golf Course will be April 1st. Full services
are available at both courses. We offer daily rates,
season passes, junior rates, driving range, club
rental, motor and pull cart rentals, concessions and
lessons. Tee times can be made as early as 2 days
in advance by phone or on-line by googling Eagle
Falls Golf Club or Anaconda Hills Golf Course.
Eagle Falls Golf Club is located at 1025, 25th St.,
Great Falls, MT 406-761-1078
Connie Cramer-Caouette - LPGA/Manager
Keith Hollenback – GSAA Greens Superintendent
Located along the Missouri River, the course has
generous sized greens and sculpted bunkers, lakes,
fountains and trees adding beauty and strategy
for our guests. Golfers can choose their challenge
and length of play from four sets of tees ranging
from 5,234 to 6,571 yards. The championship,
par 71 course, is well bunkered and finishes with
a challenging par 4 eighteenth dogleg right, which
requires a well placed tee shot, followed by an
accurate approach over water to a heavily bunkered
green.
Anaconda Hills Golf Course is located at 2400
Smelter Ave, Black Eagle, MT 406-761-8459
Connie Cramer-Caouette - LPGA/Manager
Wade Altschwager – GSAA Greens Superintendent
This 18 hole, par 69 course offers a unique golfing
experience for golfers of all skill levels. Located on
the bluff above the Missouri River, it features great
views of the city, the river and the surrounding
mountains. Built in the 1920’s, the front nine rolls
up and down between mature cottonwood, and
spruce trees, offering a traditional parkland atmosphere. The back nine is a links-style design with
natural rough, ponds and ravines providing plenty
of challenges. The 18 holes consists of two par
fives, eleven par fours, and five par threes. Great
golfing and great wildlife viewing.
Join the Cybercard Crowd
GOLF COURSES HOURS
The initial $60 cost of the Cyber Card is worth
up to $60
Hours:
March 15 – 31
April 1 – 30
May 1 – 31
June 1- Aug 31
Sept 1- 30
Oct 1 – 31
Accept
Tee Times
9:30 am
8:30 am
7:30 am
6:30 am
7:30 am
9:30 am
Course
Opens
10:00 am
9:00 am
8:00 am
7:00 am
8:00 am
10:00 am
Buy or renew a season pass
online or book tee times
It’s convenient and fast!
To create an account:
• Google Eagle Falls Golf Club or Anaconda Hills Golf
Course
• Select City of Great Falls
1,400 Great Falls Golfers can’t be wrong! That’s
how many folks purchased a cybercard last
season. Save 25% off your golfing needs all
season Long!
Everything a golfer needs at two terrific 18 hole
golf courses.
One 18 Hole Green Fee
One 18 Hole Cart Seat Rental
Small Thank You Gift
Large Bucket of Range Balls
Plus 25% off:
Green Fees
Cart Rental
Range Balls
In stock non sale Pro Shop Merchandise
Discounts are good on all regularly priced
in stock items only and cannot be used in
conjunction with promotional pricing. Discount
privileges are for cyber card holder only, and
are non transferable
• Select passes and tee times
It’s easy to get started - see the Pro Shop Staff
- have your picture taken and go play golf.
• Follow instructions to create an account
And it’s good for the entire 2015 Golf Season!
• Tee times will be accepted online as early as 15
minutes after opening the daily tee sheet, and up
to 2 days in advance.
For more information contact Anaconda Hills
Golf Course, 761-8459, Eagle Falls Golf Club,
761-1078 or the Park & Recreation Office at
771-1265.
If you already have an account, just sign in.
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Great Falls Girls Golf Program 2015
(10 Day Program)
July 6-10 and July 13-17
From 9 am – 10:30 am
Held at Anaconda Hills Golf Course
Cost is $35
New Eagle Falls App…
it’s Free!
Many of you take your smart phones on the course,
so why not use it to help your golf game? Download
the Eagle Falls Golf Club free app on your
phone, and take advantage of
what it has to offer:
• Course layout with GPS
distances
• Tourney and personal scoring
• Automatic dial to the golf shop
or Putter’s concession
• Post your scores right to the
Montana State Golf Association
handicap service.
Fear Golf No More!
Great Falls Park and Recreation Department in partnership with Girls Scouts
of Montana/Wyoming will be coordinating a Girls Golf Program this July at
Anaconda Hills. The program will be administered by Connie Cramer Caouette
LPGA along with the valued help of some dedicated moms, dads, and
knowledgeable golfers who want to share their love of the game.
This program will provide an opportunity for girls ages 7 to 17 to learn to play
golf, or work to improve their games for competition, as well as build lasting
friendships, and experience competition in a fun, supportive environment;
preparing them for a lifetime of enjoyment with the game.
During the program, the 5 “E’s” of girls golf will be emphasized:
We Empower our girls to feel they can accomplish their goals
Citizens of Great Falls
Are you a member of the golfing impaired?
Is your golf swing and social life rusty?
Do you spend more time looking for your ball
than lining it up?
2015 you will have the opportunity to reserve
exclusive group tee times – No more fear of
being paired up with someone else. These
Fear Golf No More Tee Times can be made at Anaconda Hills on Friday, Saturday,
and Sunday after 1:00. Ideal for beginners, juniors and families.
Play golf at your leisure on a price that’s a Pleaser
We Enrich their lives by teaching them a game they can play and enjoy for
a lifetime
We Engage the girls to become involved and make a difference in their
communities
We Exercise their minds and bodies and help them realize their potential
We Energize them with our vitality and enthusiasm by sharing our love for
the game.
Women golfers wishing to volunteer their knowledge and encouragement, or any
high school girls or college women’s golf team members wishing to donate time
are urged to contact Connie Cramer Caouette at 761-8459 or 761-1078.
“First Tee” Junior Golf Program
Monday-Thursday June 15-18
8:00 – 10:00 am or 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
9 hole tournament
Friday, June 19, 8:30 am
Lessons held @ Anaconda Hills Golf Course
2400 Smelter Ave., Black Eagle
Fee: $30
Swirl in Imagination
10 flavors of yogurt and
over 40 different toppings
The City golf courses will again join the nationwide “First Tee” Junior Golf Program this summer. This program is based on applying golf
skills and etiquette to life skills, is endorsed by
the USGA, PGA and LPGA organizations.
Open 7 days a week at 12pm
20% off w/coupon
First Tee instructors are Connie Cramer Caouette, Manager/LPGA Professional, volunteers
Dave Cashman, Hans Fehres, and Roland Leitheiser, along with many dedicated volunteers.
Children must be 9 years old or older. Sorry no
exceptions can be made. For more information
call 771-1265
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800 10th Ave South #3
Great Falls, MT 59405
MT-0000347800
Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2015 • Page 17
2015 Season Golf Rates
Adult Full Season Pass
Adult Restricted Season Pass
Junior Full Season Pass
Junior Restricted Season Pass
Adult Full Couple Season Pass
Adult Restricted Couple Season Pass
Cybercard*
Anaconda Hills
Golf Club
$510
$395
$210
$170
$955
$730
$60
Eagle Falls
Golf Club
$565
$450
$230
$180
$1040
$815
$60
Weekday/No Holiday All Day Fee
Weekday/No Holiday 9 Hole Fee
Junior All Day Fee
Swingtime *
$26
$16
$15
$18
$30
$18
$17
$20
Weekend/Holiday All Day Fee
Weekend/Holiday 9 Hole Fee
Junior All Day Fee
Swingtime*
$30
$18
$17
$21
$33
$19
$18
$24
Both
Golf Clubs
$650
$510
$255
$190
$1185
$900
Golf Cart Rates, Eagle Falls and Anaconda Hills
Cart Rental 18 hole (per person)
$14
Cart Rental 9 hole (per person)
$9
Cart Rental Swingtime* (per person)
$11
Annual Cart Pass (good at both courses) $675
Daily Trail Fee
$14
Season Trail Fee (good at both courses)
$280
Gas Cart Storage (Eagle Falls only)
$250
Electric Cart Storage (Eagle Falls Only)
$280
• Cart Fees are per rider. Any spectators, or accompanying children will be charged for another seat
• Swingtime* between 1-4 pm Weekdays and after 2 pm Weekends
• Juniors must be under 18 at the time of purchase
• Green fees and rain checks are nontransferable between courses
• Non golfing children must be at least 5 years of age before being allowed on the course
• Cybercard* initial $60 cost is worth up to $60, you receive one 18 green fee, cart seat, small thank you gift
and large bucket of range balls. As a cyber card holder you’ll Save 25% all season long at both courses on
green fees, cart fees, range balls and all in stock non sale merchandise at both pro shops.
Season Pass Terms and Conditions: Season Passes are valid from March 15 through October 31st. Anaconda Hills will not open until April 1st therefore Anaconda Hills pass will be accepted at Eagle Falls
through March 31. Golf Staff reserves the discretion to close courses for golf cart traffic, maintenance procedures, or hours of operation due to inclement weather. If a course is not available for play, a pass
holder who has purchased a single course season pass to that course does not receive the privilege to play the other course at no charge.
Rainchecks: will be given and redeemed from the Course at which the green fee was purchased for only the following two reasons 1. Dangerous situations such as lightning 2. Course closes for play due
to unplayable situations such as snow or heavy rains.
Fill Your Summer With Dance
Kids Dance Camps • Ages 3-6 • $75 per camp
GARDEN PART Y DANCE CAMP:
June 22-25 • 9:00-11:00am
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THE STUDIO CENTRE ~ MISS LINDA’S SCHOOL OF DANCE
612 1st Ave S • Great Falls, Montana • (406) 761-8876 • thestudiocentregf.com
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Summer Tennis Events
*ALL INTENSIVE TENNIS CAMP
June 8 – June 12
4-6 pm Beginning /Advanced Beginning
(AGES 7-18)
6-8 pm Intermediate /Advanced (Juniors +Adults)
Deadline June 3 • Cost: $65
*ADULT’S “BIG LEAGUERS”
Tennis Lesson & Competition Program
June 22 – July 27
Monday Nights 6 pm-8 pm
1 Hour Lesson, 1 Hour Competition
Open to Beginning & Intermediate adults & teens
Deadline June 15 • Cost: $65
*NATIONAL JUNIOR TENNIS LEAGUE
RED, WHITE, & BLUE LEVELS
(Beginning, Intermediate, & Advanced)
SUMMER PROGRAM – Lessons and Play
June 22 – July 24
Lessons- Monday & Wednesday afternoons,
Play on Friday morning
Open to ages 7-18
Deadline June 12 •Cost $65
ONE DAY ALL INTENSIVE CLINIC
July 18, 9 am – 12 pm
Deadline July 15 • Cost: $35
*NATIONAL JUNIOR TENNIS LEAGUE
FALL PROGRAM
Sept. 9 – Oct.10
Wednesdays
Open to ages 7-18, Beginning & Intermediate Levels
Deadline September 3 • Cost: $65
GREAT FALLS CITY CHAMPIONSHIP
TOURNAMENT
August 7 – 9, 2015
Deadline July 30
Adult and Junior Events
Entries will be available at the Park & Rec Office and
at MLCC Tennis Shop, or call Bonnie
(non-sanctioned)
** OTHER TENNIS EVENTS**
2015 Meadow Lark Country Club Open
Tournament
Juniors: June 17 – 19, 2015
Adults: June 19 – 21, 2015
Sanctioned Event (USTA Membership required) –
OPEN TO EVERYONE
For more information - call Bonnie at 453-2827 or 868-7527(cell). *Advanced registration is required to
adequately staff the program. Late registration is possible for a $5.00 late fee, and as long as the minimum
number of participants has been reached to run the program.
Mom
& Me Tennis
Saturday June 13, 11 am - 2 pm
Hurd Tennis Court/Elks’ Riverside Park
501 River Drive North
Have fun and learn the fundamentals of tennis.
People of all ages are welcome! Following the USTA
Quick Start program, instructors and volunteers will
introduce our young participants to the game of
tennis and teach them the basic strokes. Moms and
Dads are welcome and encouraged to participate.
Racquets and balls will be provided.
Mom & Me Tennis is presented by Benefis Spirit of
Women program, Great Falls Tennis Association and
Great Falls Community Recreation Center. In the
event of rain, the event will move to the Great Falls
Community Rec Center, 801 2nd Avenue North.
RSVP by calling 455-5545.
Two Disc Golf “FOLF”
Courses in Great Falls
Called Folf; for Frisbee golf, it is becoming a
favorite pastime, Park and Recreation is ahead of
the curve. We now have two Folf Golf courses
in Great Falls, an 18-hole course at Warden Park,
which (9 holes were just added this year) located
at 201 13th Ave. So. Also a 9-hole course at West
Bank Park located at 1600 4th Ave. NE. So bring
your friends and Frisbees to play a round of Folf
or two. Rivers Edge Trail will get you from one
course to the next – so go for 27 holes.
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Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2015 • Page 19
Montana Federal Credit Union
74th Annual Meeting &
Member Appreciation Banquet
Thursday, May 21, 5:30 pm
Mansfield Convention Center
Call 406-727-2210
Faith Center Church Easter Service
Sunday, April 5
Mansfield Theater
Free and open to the public
Call 406-761-5737
Great Falls Community Concert Association
Zaniac!
Saturday, April 11, 2:00 pm
Mansfield Theater
Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office
Broadway in Great Falls
“Menopause: The Musical”
Tuesday, April 14, 7:30 pm
Mansfield Theater
Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office
Central Catholic High School
Dinner, Music, Live & Silent Auctions
Saturday, April 18, 5:30 pm
Mansfield Convention Center
Call 406-216-3344
Broadway in Great Falls
Celtic Women, 10th Anniversary World Tour
Sunday, June 7, 3:00 pm & 7:30 pm
Mansfield Theater
Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office
Benefis Health Systems Foundation
“Mayfaire”
A Benefit for Emergency Services
Saturday, May 9
Mansfield Convention Center
Great Falls Community Concert Association
Cornet Chop Suey
Tuesday, May 12, 7:30 pm
Mansfield Theater
Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office
Historic Preservation Awards
Thursday, May 14, 5:30-7:00 pm
Missouri Room
Free & Open to the Public
Downtown Great Falls Association
Taste of Great Falls
Thursday, June 18, 5:00 pm-9:00 pm
Mansfield Convention Center &
Whittier Park
Call 406-453-6151
Great Falls Municipal Band
Patriotic Concert
Wednesday, July 1, 7:30 pm
Mansfield Convention Center
Free and Open to the Public
East-West Shrine Players’ Banquet
Friday, July 17, 5:30 pm
Mansfield Convention Center
Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office
Great Falls Symphony Orchestra
World Artist: Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg
Saturday, April 25, 7:30 pm
Mansfield Theater
Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office
The Miss Linda Spring Production
Hooray for Hollywood
Saturday, May 16, 7:00 pm
Mansfield Theater
Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office
2015 Montana East-West Shrine Football Game
Saturday, July 18, 7:00 pm
Memorial Stadium, Great Falls High
Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office
Ice Breaker Road Race
Pre-register Saturday, April 25, 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Race on Sunday, April 26
Mansfield Convention Center
For more information, see page 5
Quality of Life Concepts
Vegas in the Falls
Saturday, May 16, 6:00 pm
Heritage Inn
Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office
The Unexpected Journey of an Out of Control
Quilter
Saturday, July 18, 2:00 pm
Mansfield Theater
Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office
Lewis and Clark Foundation
Trail Mixer, Dinner & Auction
Benefiting the Lewis and Clark Foundation &
Interpretive Center
Tuesday, April 28, 5 pm
Mansfield Convention Center
Call 406-452-5661
Grizzly Scholarship Association
Annual Barbeque
Tuesday, May 19, 5:30 pm
Mansfield Convention Center
Call 406-788-2148 or 406-452-2372
“Kick Up Your Heels for Farm in the Dell”
Friday, September 18, 6:00 pm
Mansfield Convention Center
Call 406-750-2320
Great Falls Youth Orchestra Auditions
Tuesday, April 28 and Wednesday 29
Mansfield Theater
Call 406-453-4102
Broadway in Great Falls
Blue Man Group
Friday, May 1, 7:30 pm & Saturday, May 2, 7:30 pm
Mansfield Theater
Tickets at the Mansfield Box Office
Great Falls Development Authority
Economic Summit
Monday, May 4, thru Wednesday, May 6
Mansfield Convention Center
Call 406-771-9020
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Room to Celebrate!
Plan your next party at The Mansfield!
Graduation, Weddings, Receptions,
Anniversaries and other Special Occasions
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Mansfield Convention Center, Use Door “C”
Great Falls Civic Center
Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 am-4:30 pm
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Scenic West Bank Park is getting an extensive
makeover, further enhancing our amazing waterfront! The proposed projects will be accomplished
in 2015 and 2016, with the majority of the improvements being completed in 2015.
West Bank Park is a pristine linear riverfront park
comprised of approximately 30 acres. The park
is situated adjacent to Sacajawea Island, which
is inhabited throughout the year by resident and
migratory waterfowl and other wildlife. River’s
Edge Trail winds through the park and is heavily used year round by residents and visitors; this
portion of the Trail is part of a popular loop that
crosses the river to Elks Riverside Park and crosses
back to West Bank Park. Other amenities in the
park include a 9-hole folf course, a non-motorized
boat launch, interpretive panels along the trail and a
great piece of art – the Grizzly Bear. The folf course
was designed and installed by the Great Falls Folf
Association and the boat launch was funded by a
Missouri Madison RiverFund Grant.
West Bank Park is a prime location on the Missouri
River to improve and diversify recreational opportunities. Improvements are projected at $860,000
and include:
• ADA Accessible Restroom
• Paved Parking Lot
• ADA Connection from 3rd Ave. N.W. to the Trail
• Replacement of 4’ wide non-compliant deteriorated sidewalk with 9’ wide shared use trail
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According to Patty Rearden, Deputy Park and
Recreation Director, funding for the projects will
come from a variety of sources – CTEP Grant (Community Transportation Enhancement Program), TA
Grant (Transportation Alternative), Missouri Madison
RiverFund Grant, Northwestern Energy Grant, Recreational Trails, Inc., City contributions and a TIF Grant
(Tax Increment Fund).
Grants
$311,144
Recreational Trails, Inc.
$ 49,839
City and Park and Recreation
$ 18,500
(In-kind services and Park Trust Fund)
Tax Increment Fund Grant
$460,000
Total
$839,483
Background
West Bank Tax Increment District:
On March 20, 2007, the Great Falls City Commission passed an Ordinance establishing the Great
Falls West Bank Urban Renewal Plan including a Tax
Increment Financing provision. West Bank Park is
included in the West Bank Park Urban Renewal Plan
and Tax Increment District.
The West Bank Urban Renewal Plan states “The
Missouri River and the associated West Bank Park
are the defining features of the West Bank Urban
Renewal District. Not only do these resources make
the area more attractive for investment and overall
community renewal, but they are intrinsic to the
quality of life in the City of Great Falls and the surrounding region. They offer scenic and recreational
opportunities for both residents and visitors to Great
Falls.”
West Bank Park Master Plan:
In 2010, CTA Architects Engineers were hired to develop a Master Plan for West Bank Park. A Steering
Committee was appointed to oversee the process
and provide input. The committee members included: Staff from Planning, Public Works and Park
and Recreation, representatives from Neighborhood
Council #2 and #3, staff from Montana Fish, Wildlife
and Parks, Board Member from RTI (Recreational
Trails, Inc.), and a County Commissioner who also
worked for the Forest Service for many years.
The planning process was developed with a strong
sense of public involvement. The public process
included: a Town Hall Meeting, meetings with
Neighborhood Councils #2 and #3 and the Park and
Recreation Advisory Board, a two day Community
Design Charette, an on-line survey to further gather
public input, and a presentation at the City Commission Work Session. The plan was adopted by the
City Commission on March 15, 2011.
The plan divided West Bank Park into three general
areas: 1) Passive Zone at the north end of the Park
and adjacent to Sacajawea Island, 2) Transitional
Zone, and 3) Active Zone; with the intention to
develop the Active Zone first. Proposed amenities in
the Active Zone included:
• Non-motorized Boat Ramp
• Paved Parking Lot
• Restrooms
• Pavilion
• Amphitheater
• Stage
• Natural Playground
• Trails
• Entrance Sign
• Landscaping and Irrigation
The non-motorized boat ramp has been installed
and a 9 hole folf course was developed by the Great
Falls Folf Association. A natural amphitheater will
become a reality with the proposed landscaping and
irrigation projects; other projects to be included in
this phase will be the paved parking lot, restrooms,
connector trail from 3rd Ave. NW, improved concrete
trails, extensive landscaping, including irrigation
and an entrance sign. Upon completion of these
projects, the next focus will be the pavilion and
natural playground.
Already a gem, West Bank Park will be greatly
improved, enhancing the surrounding development
and River’s Edge Trail, and will provide a wonderful
destination for visitors and residents to enjoy our
great city.
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The History of Great Falls Parks
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rest and recreation that may be found in a well developed park system.”
From these early beginnings to the present park system that includes fiftythree City Parks, the Park and Recreation Department continues to focus on
these initial objectives of beautifying the city and providing places and activities
for leisure and recreation for our citizens.
Present:
The Park and Recreation Department continues to touch the lives of almost
every resident in the City, be it picnicking at Elk’s Riverside Park, feeding the
ducks at Gibson Pond, boating at Broadwater Bay, playing softball or a round of
golf, swimming at one of the municipal pools, or helping plant a tree on Arbor
Day, this is and will continue to be one of the most visible departments in
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1883-1889
The first period extends from 1883 when the town was platted until 1889,
shortly after the City incorporation occurred.
Paris Gibson, our City Founder was quoted as saying,“When the City of Great
Falls was founded and its plat was recorded in 1883, it was decided at once to
set aside for park purposes, certain well located tracts of land within the City
limits and to commence the planting of American Elms and other desirable
trees…”
The First step in this planning was setting aside a large tract of land between
Park Driveway and the Missouri River, extending a mile up from Central Avenue.
Although the “park” named Cascade Park (now Gibson Park) was owned and
cared for by the Township Company, Paris Gibson was in the forefront in leading
the effort to develop a park system.
1889-1900
The Second significant period begins in May 1889 when the City Council
accepted as a gift from the Township Company, Margaret,Whittier, and Cascade
(Gibson) parks.
In response to this donation, an ordinance was passed authorizing the
appointment by the Mayor, of a Park Commission consisting of two citizens
and the Mayor.A most important event in this period was a vote April 18, 1894,
which authorized the issuance of a $40,000 bond for the purpose of purchasing
future park sites.After much debate, the City Council purchased Sun River Park
(Wadsworth) of 273 acres for $12,000, Highland Park of 90 acres for $22,500,
and Park Island of 48 acres for $7,500.
1901-1915
The third period starts in 1901, when the Park Board system was authorized
by an Act of the Legislature which provided that the governor shall appoint six
citizen members as the Board of Park Commissioners.
Under the administration of the Board of Park Commissioners, the Park
system prospered with improvements and landscaping of Gibson, Margaret, and
Whittier Parks including new sidewalks; improving Morony Park which included
the beginning construction of the Natatorium, the City’s indoor swimming pool;
erection of baseball fields and grandstand (Legion Ball Park) at Black Eagle
(Veterans Memorial Park); improvements of Broadwater Bay including a city boat
house; planting 5,000-10,000 trees each year; and road work on numerous
drives in the City (starting the Boulevard System.)
In addition, the City had acquired primarily through donation the following
parks - Block 268 (Memorial Park), Mount Angela (Roosevelt Park), Boston
Heights, Block 736 (Kranz), Westside (Rhodes), and Rainbow Park, a 100 acre
parcel south of Rainbow Falls.
It is interesting to note that the total expenditures in 1915 for park
maintenance and improvements was $26,901.
In a policy statement from the First Report of the Board of Park Commissioners
in 1915 it stated:“Furnishing Great Falls a natural beauty that would lend
her charm to persons retiring from the farm, as well as to those seeking new
fields of endeavor where the advantages of a pleasant home life were to be an
attractive force, was the incentive of the founders of the City in providing it with
ample park system...’City Beautiful’ ideas are best added by park development
(and boulevard features) and nothing adds more of magnetic force for farmers
wanting to move to the City for a home in their retirement and to educate their
children than a city of Parks where people own their own homes. No force about
the City more keenly stimulates a desire to own a home than beautiful spots for
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The North Shore single track between Rainbow Dam and Ryan Dam, built to
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bikers. The trail hugs the rugged canyon walls and winds through native
bluffs and coulees. There are great views of the reservoirs, cliffs, surrounding
mountains and further east are exceptional views of the “Great Falls of the
Missouri” below Ryan Dam.
Great single track on the south shore follows the reservoirs all the way to Box
Elder Creek, and includes a maze of well marked technical and expert trails
known as “Mayhem”.
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Urban Trails
Paved urban trails make up about 1/3rd of the 58-mile River’s
Edge Trail and include a 3.5 mile loop along the Missouri River at
the Heart of the City, passing through West Bank and Elks Riverside Parks and passing by the Dog Park and the Skate Park. The
rest is single track trail along both sides of the reservoirs east of
town. River’s Edge Trail is managed and maintained by the Great
Falls Park & Recreation Department and Montana State Parks.
See New Interpretive Panels
Local and state Conservation
Districts funded 7 new panels
along the trail in 2014 providing
information on wetlands, shore
and water birds, habitat, local
floods, early railroads, aquatic
invaders and the role of
Conservation Districts. These
join 20 other panels along
the trail, island and river
overlooks.
Experience the Trail
River’s Edge Trail offers an unparalleled experience to City residents
and visitors. Fifty-eight miles of trail along both sides of the historic
Missouri River provide spectacular views of parks, the river canyon,
hydroelectric dams, reservoirs and waterfalls. Waterfowl and other
wildlife abound. Rest areas are plentiful and locales of interest, such
as Giant Springs Heritage State Park and Fish Hatchery and the Lewis
and Clark Interpretive Center, dot the way.
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If you would like to know
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The award winning River’s Edge Trail is the perfect setting for walking,
biking skating or jogging. There are a lot of great places for sight-seeing,
picnicking, bird watching or fishing. Extensive paved urban trails link with
parks, museums, waterfalls, riverfront attractions and downtown Great
Falls. There are plenty of trailheads, benches, tables and trailside art.
There are shelters, rest rooms, mileage markers and fantastic views along
the way. You can look down at Great Falls through a free telescope at the
Warden Park Gazebo or look up at a historic waterfall from Black Eagle
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How to Select &
Plant a Tree
Selecting Your Tree
Look for these physical characteristics in your trees:
BARE-ROOT SEEDLINGS
• Roots should be moist and fibrous.
• Deciduous seedlings should have
roots about equal to the stem length.
Trees are for a lifetime, so it pays to spend time now making sure that you get the best. Start by defining
a purpose for your new tree (shade, privacy, aesthetics, windbreak, etc.). Identify the limitations of the
site where you will be planting (overhead wires, confined root zone, dry climate, clay soil, etc.). Select
a species to plant that is best suited for the conditions you have identified. Finally, examine the trees
carefully before you buy, and buy for quality.
CONTAINERIZED
• Soil plug should be moist and firm.
• Avoid tall, spindly tops. Welldeveloped roots are more important.
Planting Your Tree
Knowing what to look for in selecting trees at
the nursery will give you trees that have the
best possible chance to survive and grow. And
planting, done with care and some knowledge
of trees and their needs, will help your trees
grow more rapidly and live at least twice as
long as improperly planted trees. Here are a few
essentials to be aware of:
BALLED & BURLAPPED
• Root ball should be firm to the touch,
especially near the trunk.
• Root ball should be adequate for the
tree’s size.
LARGER TREES
BARE-ROOT SEEDLINGS
In light or sandy soil, a planting bar or narrow shovel makes the job fast and easy.
Remember to keep the roots from drying out. After creating a hole with the bar,
place the seedling, insert the bar a few inches away and push to close up the soil.
Following Up After Planting
POTTED
• Pot should not contain
large, circling roots.
• Pruned roots cut cleanly,
none wider than a finger.
• Soil and roots joined
tightly.
Dig a hole 2 to 5 times the diameter
of the root ball, and loosen the soil to
help roots grow. After placing the tree,
remove wires or mesh and refill the hole
so the tree’s base is at ground level.
Watering – is the key to tree survival. It should be used when filling the planting hole
to eliminate large air cavities, firm the soil around fine roots, and make nourishment
available to the tree. Water deeply around your tree once a week during dry spells.
Pruning – generally, it’s best not to prune after planting, except for dead or
broken branches.
Fertilizing – to avoid root burn, don’t fertilize shade trees until the late
spring of the second year after planting.
Mulching – mulch is a young tree’s best friend, placed 2 to 4 inches deep
on the soil around the tree, but not touching the trunk.
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How to Prune
Young Shade Trees
Pruning for Strength and Form
Multiple Leaders
Protect the leader from competition. In trees with
two equally vigorous leaders, remove the one that
has a crook or other defects, or that creates a lopsided appearance.
At Planting Time...
Prune modestly when transplanting a new tree. The immediate objective is to strengthen and expand the root
system, which is helped by leaving intact as much of the
leaf surface as possible. Only damaged or dead limbs
should be removed.
After the first year, pruning should begin in earnest. Pruning with strength and form as the objective is the best way
to avoid weak branches and prevent expensive corrections
later on.
Thinning and Spacing
Most trees benefit from thinning – removing some
of the limbs that compete for space and light. A good
rule of thumb is to try to maintain evenly spaced
laterals, 8 to 12 inches apart in a young tree. Overpruning can damage or even kill your tree. Always
keep at least two-thirds of your tree as live crown.
Temporary Branches
Branches below the lowest permanent branch can protect
young bark from injury from sun scald and add taper and
strength to the trunk. Particularly in lawn plantings where
lower limbs do not block passage or tempt vandals, the
limbs may be left for 3 to 4 years after planting. Then remove them over the next 2 to 3 years. Don’t let temporary
branches become large and vigorous.
Rubbing Branches
Branches that rub against each other result in
wounds, decay, and notches. Remove one of the offending branches.
Watersprouts and Suckers
These can occur at the base or inside the crown.
They are rapidly growing, weakly attached, and
upright. It is best to remove them as soon as possible
after the first year.
Keys to Good Pruning
4. When you prune back to the trunk or a larger
limb, branches too small to have formed a collar
(swollen area at base) should be cut close. For
larger branches, cut just outside the branch bark
ridge and collar. Do not leave a protruding stub.
1. Prune early in the tree’s
life so pruning wounds are
small.
2. Identify the best leader
and lateral branches before
you begin pruning and
remove any defective
parts before pruning to
form. Try to find and use
lateral branches that form
“10 o’clock” or “2 o’clock”
angles with the trunk.
What you do to your tree in the first
few years of its life will affect its shape,
strength, and even its life span. After
selecting the right tree for the site and
carefully planting it, early pruning is the
most important thing you can do for a
young tree. Proper pruning will save you
money and give you safer, healthier, more
beautiful, and easier-to-maintain trees.
3. Keep your tools
sharp. One-hand
pruning shears
with curved blades
work best on
young trees.
5. When shortening a small branch, make the cut at a lateral bud or
another lateral branch. Favor a bud that will produce a branch that will
grow in a desired direction (usually outward). The cut should be sharp
and clean, and made at a slight angle about 1/4 inch beyond the bud.
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CITY OF GREAT FALLS STREET TREE LIST
1 LARGE TREES (50’ +)
American Linden
Black Walnut
Bur Oak
Hackberry
Tilia Americana
Juglans Nigra
Quercus Macrocarpa
Celtis Occidentalis
2 MEDIUM TREES (30’ - 50’)
Honey Locust
Gleditsia Triacanthos “Inermis”
Imperial
Gleditsia Triacanthos “Imperial”
Skyline
Gleditsia Triacanthos “Skyline”
Little Leaf Linden
Tilia Cordata
Greenspire
Tilia Cordata “Greenspire”
Glenleven
Tilia Cordata “Glenleven”
Dropmore Linden
Tilia X Flavescens “Dropmore”
Redmond Linden
Tilia X Euchlora “Redmond”
Ohio Buckeye
Aescula Glabra
Norway Maple
Acer Platanoides
Emerald Lustre
Acer Platanoides “Emerald Lustre”
3 SMALL TREES (LESS THAN 30’)
Japanese Tree Lilac Syringa Retucylata
Snowbird Hawthorne Crataegis Sp. “Snowbird”
Toba Hawthorne
Crataegis Sp. “Toba”
Tatarian Maple
Acer Tataricum
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Lions Family FunFest
7th Annual
Saturday, July 11 • 10 :00 am to 2:00 pm
One of the highlights
of summer is Lions
Family FunFest, a
family oriented festival
hosted by the Great
Falls Lions Club and
Park and Recreation.
The 7th Annual FunFest
is scheduled for
Saturday, July 11 from
10 am to 2 pm in Lions
Park located at 10th
Avenue South and 27th
Street.
Planning is underway to
bring the community and
surrounding area a day
filled with fun, food, warm
weather, entertainment,
and celebration. The
event is FREE to all
participants thanks to the
generosity of all three
of the Lions Clubs in
Great Falls (Great Falls Lions Club,
Sunrise Lions Club and Electric City Lions Club) and
numerous local donors.
If you have enjoyed the Lions FunFest in the past,
you will see new additions to the games and
activities for the kids! Each
year the FunFest gets
bigger and better! Expect
to hear music and laughter,
enjoy games and food
(nominal fee), feel the
warmth of the sun, and
maybe win some prizes
to keep kids active all
summer (bikes and
sporting equipment). The
ever popular Balloon
Guy already has the
afternoon on his
calendar! You can
also enjoy the large
playground, unique
climbing boulder and a
crazy new Lion drinking
fountain (coming soon);
all made possible by the
Great Falls Lions Club!
Location: Electric City Water Park in Great Falls
Date: Sunday, August 2nd 2015
Adult Race Starts @ 7:00 am
Youth Long and Short Course Races
(14 and under) Start @ 9:00 am
Top male and female adult finisher each receives
$400 in prizes.
Top three finishers in all age categories receive an
awesome award.
Portion of the race proceeds go to:
Rivers Edge Trail
Gibson Park Lighting Project
Morony Natatorium
Go to www.racemttri.com for complete details.
Register online at www.GetEvent.com
Gather up the family and
head to Lions Park for
Lions Family FunFest on
July 11, 10 am – 2 pm
– a great way to spend a summer day! For more
information call the Park and Recreation Office at
771-1265
ASA Adult League Softball
Register teams now through April 20th at the Park & Recreation
Leagues Available:
• Men’s • Men’s Doulbe Headers • Women’s
• Coed • Youth Girls
Fees:
$450 per team due when registering
$250 player fee due when picking up schedules
$450 player fee - double headers
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Teams play 10 league games starting in May
District play and state qualifiers follow regular league play
Softball Tournaments
To host a tournament, contact the Park & Recreation Office
771-1265
• Weekends available for tournament play
Softball program is organized by Park & Recreation
Great Falls Park & Recreation Summer Guide 2014 Page 29
Attention Water
Craft Users
Broadwater Bay is open April through October
from dawn to dusk. Docking and picnic facilities
are available. No rentals are available. Absolutely no swimming/diving off docks. As a result
of past problems and enforcement, the Park and
Recreation department, hired Park Monitors for
the Broadwater Bay area. These individuals are
responsible for:
• Insuring that the area is used by water craft
only;
• Monitoring parking and safety of users;
• Provide assistance to water craft users as
needed;
• Keeping the area clean of litter and garbage;
cleaning restrooms as needed.
The Park Monitor has the authority to contact
law enforcement if park rules are not followed
or problems occur.
To cover the costs of personnel we have implemented a launch fee of $3 per day per water
craft or $35 per season per water craft which
would be from Memorial Day weekend through
Labor Day weekend. Seasonal launch passes
will be available at the Broadwater Bay daily or
at the Park and Recreation Department.
21st Annual
Kids Fishing Day
Saturday, June 6 • 9:00 - Noon • Wadsworth Park
For further information call 454-5840
Since 1995, thousands of youngsters and adults
have taken part in Great Falls Annual Fishing Day
for kids. A few of them catch fish, while everyone
learns something at the educational events.
Our goal is to familiarize youngsters with the basic
elements of fishing; including types of tackle,
casting, fly-tying, fish identification, safety and
fishing ethics.
Each year, the Great Falls Chapter of Walleyes
Unlimited provides 1,000 free fishing rod and reel
combinations or tackle boxes. Those who attend
a series of educational presentations will receive
fishing gear. Others who support the event through
donations, time and materials include Missouri River
Fly Fishers, Great Falls Cross Country Club, Great
Falls Public Schools, Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks,
US Forest Service and Malmstrom Air Force Base.
Wadsworth Pond is located at Wadsworth Park
which is located on the west side of Great Falls.
Take Central Avenue West to 34th Street NW, turn on
Wilkinson Lane and follow the signs to the pond.
Peoples Park and Recreation Foundation
Purpose
The Foundation was established to raise, distribute
and assist in the management of public and private
sector funds to provide the “extra margin” for
Superior Parks, Exemplary Performance Venues and
Thriving Recreational Opportunities for the people of
Great Falls.
Great Falls has a long legacy for their great parks
and recreation. The Peoples Park and Recreation
Foundation was set up to provide for additional
funding, through donations to help insure that
Projects have included:
• The Annual 4th of July
fireworks celebration
• The Natatorium
swimming pool
rehabilitation fund
• Lions Fun Fest annual
celebration
• Lion Drinking Fountain for Lions Park
• Swimming lesson scholarships
• West Bank Park improvements
• Mansfield Theatre seating improvements
• Tree Replacement fund
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Photo Courtesy of Angie Benedick
legacy. The foundation is
a non-profit 501 (c) (3)
organization. All donations
to the Foundation are taxdeductable. Since 2008,
the PP&RF has raised
over $414,000 for various
projects that have directly
benefited the City of Great
Falls.
Funding Opportunities
If you are interested in making a tax deductable
donation to the Peoples Park & Recreation
Foundation contact Keith Teske, Chairman at 406453-4377; or mail your contribution to:
PP & RF
P. O. Box 2106
Great Falls, MT 59403
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Park Division Annual Update
The parks and trails throughout the City have a few
new notable features:
and is designed for everyone from
novice to serious climbers.
You can enjoy the beautiful view of the Missouri
River or take a break after walking the Rivers Edge
Trail in Elks Riverside Park on the new memorial
benches located within the park.
You will notice the new roof on
the Cooney Bandshell in Gibson Park; last fall we
contracted out to have the roof replaced with new
cedar shakes, making it very attractive once again.
Thanks to a Community Development Block Grant
we were able to purchase a play structure for Verde
Park. City staff installed the play structure in the
spring. We hope to continue receiving grants for
future play structures.
The CM Russell Park sports a new repaved walking
path with a special thanks to Janet Haffner-Lynn for
her generous donation.
Another new attraction and recreational feature is
the climbing boulder constructed at Lions Park. The
Great Falls Lions’ Club through donations provided
the funding to construct and install the boulder. This
is the first outdoor climbing boulder in Great Falls
New art pieces are popping up along the River’s
Edge Trail and in some of our parks. You don’t
want to miss the turtle carved out of a tree stump
in Gibson Park or the pinecone made out of shovels
in Tourist Park. How about the new pictures and
historical information depicting the story of Lewis
& Clark during their trip West located in West Bank
Park Facility Reservations
Park. You will also notice the two
unique pieces of artwork at the east end of the
Weissman Bridge along the trail, the towers were
created by using old salvaged tools, nuts, bolts and
vintage metal parts all welded together to make the
art pieces, they are lighted after dark.
The staff at Park and Recreation wants to thank
everyone who has donated their time and creativity
in making our parks and trail system more unique
and enjoyable for everyone.
Get Up, Go Out & Enjoy our Parks
Reservations are available for picnic shelters and open space areas at
reasonable rental fees. For more information call 771-1265
Elks Riverside
River Drive, west of 10th Street Bridge
(shelter & restroom available)
Gibson
1st Avenue North & Park Drive (band
shell, flower garden, restroom available)
Lions
10th Avenue South and 27th Street
(shelter & restrooms available)
Memorial
2nd Avenue North and 19th Street
( shelter, no restrooms)
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Oddfellows
River Drive between Broadwater Bay
& Warden Bridge (shelter, restrooms
available)
West Bank
West bank of the Missouri, east of the
Central Avenue bridge (shelter, vault
restroom available)
West Kiwanis
1st Avenue NW & 9th Street
(shelter, restrooms available)
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81st Annual
Pet & Doll Parade
Thursday, July 23 at 7:00 pm
Hundreds of children will assemble to parade down Central Avenue with
pets, dolls and costumes for the 81st Annual Pet & Doll Parade.
Register at the Park and Recreation Office, 1700 River Drive North.
Ribbons will be given to every participant and prizes will be awarded.
This activity is FREE.
Registration starts on Wednesday, July 1st.
Divisions for dress-up ideas are:
• Pets • Circus • Occupation • Doll • Sports
• Cartoon • Characterization • Frontier
Park and Recreation Department presents the
81st Annual Pet and Doll Parade on Thursday, July 23, 2015
Parade Time 7:00 pm
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