There will be a mixture of split shifts and limited onsite staff. The public is encouraged to visit the office for critical items and continue to use online options (www.norwalkparks.org) or phone calls (981-9206) for all other items. We will not be scheduling or accepting in office meetings or sales calls at this time.
What can I expect when I visit Parks and Recreation in the near future:
For the health of our customers and employees we will be following CDC recommendations while at work by practicing social distancing, good hand washing techniques, wearing face masks and disinfecting frequently touched objects and surfaces. We will ask customers to help keep us safe when they visit by also following CDC recommendations, and limiting the number of visitors in our office to a maximum of 2 people. We appreciate your understanding.
All park playground equipment, shelters and skate park are open. Attendees must follow our Park Facility Reopening Policy.
Park open spaces and trails CONTINUE to be open including Elizabeth Holland Park. CDC guidelines must be followed when using these public spaces.
The Norwalk Aquatic Center is closed for the season.
We are asking everyone to follow theCDC guidelines and Governor Kim Reynolds most recent emergency proclamation regarding staying at home, maintaining a physical distance of 6 feet, if you are sick or have symptoms stay home, wash your hands frequently, cough or sneeze into a tissue or the inside of your elbow and wear cloth face coverings.
A list of updated symptoms include:
Fever or chills
Cough
Shortness of breath or difficulty breathing
Fatigue
Muscle or body aches
Headache
New loss of taste or smell
Sore throat
Congestion or runny nose
Nausea or vomiting
Diarrhea
We are continually monitoring the situation with the help of Warren County Health Services, the Iowa Department of Public Health, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and local emergency services. An up to date list of postponed and canceled events can be found on our website www.norwalkparks.org
Human services information is also available through the 211 phone service. Dial 211 from any phone to get curated information and referrals to services.
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Norwalk Parks and Recreation is hiring Volleyball Referees!
If you are interested in joining our team as a Volleyball Referee please fill out our Seasonal employment application below and return it by email at parksandrec@norwalk.iowa.gov as soon as possible! For more information you may contact us by email or by phone at 515.981.9206.
We are now hiring Seasonal Staff, Volleyball Referees, Basketball Referees, Facility Supervisors and more! Apply today by filling out the seasonal application below and returning it by email at parksandrec@norwalk.iowa.gov.
McAninch Sports Complex baseball/softball fields 5 & 6 are CLOSED for the season. Maintenance repairs are complete and fresh sod has been laid. Any use at this time could damage the sod and cause delay in opening next season. Please stay off fields 5 & 6.
The gravel parking lot is now under construction as well! It will be CLOSED for further notice!
City of Norwalk McAninch Sports Complex East Parking Lot Improvements
Construction of the McAninch Sports Complex East Parking Lot Improvements will start the week of September 14, 2020. As part of the project, a new storm sewer will be constructed across Wright Road east of the McAninch Sports Complex Parking Lot entrance. Between September 23 - September 30, traffic will be limited to one lane on Wright Road for installation of new Concrete pavement over the storm sewer pipe. The Contractor will install all necessary traffic control signs for the street closure.
Mental Health
If you or someone you know is having difficulty at this time please visit our web page for resources to help! There are many options for all ages! Please stay safe and healthy!
Registration: Now - October 11 Program Information: Sunday October 18 - November 22 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Cost: $31.50 resident per session/ $36.23 non resident Location: Online
Little Dribblers Basketball (Preschool (4 & 5 years old) & Kindergarten
Registration: October 5 - October 18 Program Information: Saturday November 7 - December 19 9:00 am - 11:00 am Cost: $33.75 resident per session/ $38.80 non resident Location: Oviatt Elementary Gym
Registration: October 5 - March 7 Program Information: Early Out Wednesdays Oct 21, Nov 11, Dec 9, Jan 13, Feb 10, and Mar 10 1:30 pm - 4:15 pm Cost: $15.00 resident/$17.25 non resident Location: Lakewood Elementary
Registration: Now - March 17 Program Information: Wednesday October 14 - March 17 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Cost: $30.00 resident/$34.50 non resident Location: Online
Registration: October 5 - October 18 Program Information: Wednesday October 21 - December 2 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Cost: $26.00 resident/$29.90 non resident Location: Orchard Hills Elementary Gym
Registration: Now - October 18 Program Information: Monday October 19 - December 14 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Cost: $89.00 resident per session/ $102.35 non resident Location: Online
Registration: Now - October 18 Program Information: Wednesday October 21 - December 16 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Cost: $89.00 resident per session/ $102.35 non resident Location: Online
Registration: Now - October 18 Program Information: Thursday October 22 - December 17 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Cost: $89.00 resident per session/ $102.35 non resident Location: Online
Registration: Now - October 18 Program Information: Thursday October 20 - December 15 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Cost: $89.00 resident per session/ $102.35 non resident Location: Online
Registration: Now - October 18 Program Information: Monday October 21 - December 16 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Cost: $89.00 resident per session/ $102.35 non resident Location: Online
Registration: Now - October 18 Program Information: Wednesday October 21 - December 16 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Cost: $89.00 resident per session/ $102.35 non resident Location: Online
Registration: Now - October 18 Program Information: Tuesday October 20 - December 15 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Cost: $89.00 resident per session/ $102.35 non resident Location: Online
Registration: Now - October 18 Program Information: Thursday October 22 - December 17 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Cost: $89.00 resident per session/ $102.35 non resident Location: Online
Registration: Now - October 18 Program Information: Tuesday October 20 - December 15 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm Cost: $89.00 resident per session/ $102.35 non resident Location: Online
Registration: Now - October 18 Program Information: Wednesday October 21 - December 16 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Cost: $89.00 resident per session/ $102.35 non resident Location: Online
Registration: Now - October 18 Program Information: Thursday October 22 - December 17 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Cost: $89.00 resident per session/ $102.35 non resident Location: Online
Registration: Now - October 18 Program Information: Monday October 19 - December 14 3:45 pm - 4:45 pm Cost: $89.00 resident per session/ $102.35 non resident Location: Online
Registration: Now - November 1 Program Information: Tuesday November 3 - December 1 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Cost: $49.00 resident per session/ $56.35 non resident Location: Online
Registration: Now - November 1 Program Information: Thursday November 5 - December 3 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Cost: $49.00 resident per session/ $56.35 non resident Location: Online
Registration: Now - November 1 Program Information: Wednesday November 4 - December 2 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm Cost: $49.00 resident per session/ $56.35 non resident Location: Online
For more information on these Upcoming Registrations visit www.norwalkparks.org.
Non-Registration Programs:
None at this time.
OPALS (Older People With Active Life Styles):
Senior Exercise Class - Program Information: Monday and Thursday 10:00 am Cost: FREE to the public Location: Luana Savings Bank
Everyone ages 55 and older is invited to attend a free exercise program that will include stretching and toning. We will meet at the Luana Savings Bank, located at 9321 Market Place Drive, Norwalk, Iowa. Registration is NOT required. This is a continuous program.
**Want to keep moving? Here are some exercise videos we have recorded for you.
The health of our citizens is of critical concern. It is our overall goal to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in our community. Based on information and advice from the CDC, State of Iowa, Warren County Health and local emergency services we have made decisions to alter our services. Click here for updates about Parks and Recreation's response to the pandemic.
