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.
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.
Human services information is also available through the 211 phone service. Dial 211 from any phone to get curated information and referrals to services.
Take the Community Survey and provide your feedback
We are now hiring Seasonal Staff and more! Apply today by filling out the seasonal application below and returning it by email at parksandrec@norwalk.iowa.gov.
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!
Shelter reservations are CLOSED for the season. Reservations will open January 1, 2021 for the April - October 2021 season.
Current Registrations:
After school programming
Craft Club
Registration: Now - March 7 Program Information: Early Out Wednesdays Nov 18, 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
Orchard Hills (2nd - 3rd) Registration: October 19 - November 29 Program Information: Tuesday December 1, 8, 15 and 22 3:20 pm - 4:20 pm Cost: $47.00 resident/$54.05 non resident Location: Orchard Hills Elementary
Lakewood (4th-5th) Registration: October 19 - November 29 Program Information: Thursday December 3, 10 and 17 3:20 pm - 4:20 pm Cost: $37.00 resident/$42.55 non resident Location: Lakewood Elementary
Orchard Hills (2nd - 3rd) Registration: October 19 - November 4 Program Information: Thursday Nov 5, 12, 19, Dec 3, 10 and 17 3:20 pm - 4:20 pm Cost: $77.00 resident/$88.55 non resident Location: Orchard Hills Elementary
Lakewood (4th-5th) Registration: October 19 - November 8 Program Information: Monday Nov 9, 16, 23, 30, Dec 7 and 14 3:20 pm - 4:20 pm Cost: $77.00 resident/$88.55 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: 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
Registration: Open Now Program Information: For information on this program see Norwalk Youth Wrestling's Facebook page Cost: Beginners Club $40.00 Location:Google Form
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):
OPALS Luncheon
Program Information: Friday, November 6 11:00 am - 1:00 pm Cost: FREE to the public Speaker: Norwalk Fire Chief, Ryan Coburn Location: Luana Savings Bank, 9321 Market Place Drive, Norwalk
Registration is required! To register please call 515.981.9206 or email us at parksandrec@norwalk.iowa.gov.
We will be having a social distanced luncheon. Everyone 55 and older is invited to attend. We can not provide food this year so please bring a sack lunch if you would like. Water and coffee will be available.
Senior Exercise Class
Program Information: Monday and Thursday 10:00 am Cost: FREE to the public Location: Luana Savings Bank, 9321 Market Place Drive, Norwalk
Everyone ages 55 and older is invited to attend a free exercise program that will include stretching and toning. Registration is NOT required. This is a continuous program.
At Home Recreation
At Home Recreation is our new web page for getting creative at home during this difficult time!
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.
