Winter Recreation

The Gunnison Parks & Recreation WINTER RECREATION PROGRAMS will be starting SOON!
Classes strarting next week, the week of January 6th, include FUNducation, recreation cross country skiing, adult ice sakting, youth ice skating, Tae-Kwon-Do, Kid's Cooking Afterschool Culinary Club with Mountain Roots, and aerial classes!
Classes starting the week of January 13th include, gymnastics, rock climbing, Kingston Swim Club, swimming lessons, Mite and Pee Wee basketball, 4th - 6th grade boys and girls basketball, 3rd - 6th grade youth volleyball, Pee Wee freestyle Duster wrestling, play 60 and cheerleading.

There is something for everyone!  Try something new!  Spaces are filling up so sign up soon to reserve your spot.  To register call 641-8060, stop by the Community Center at 200 East Spencer, or visit the website at www.gunnisonrec.com  Get out and enjoy the winter! 

FRIGHT-FULLY FUN !!!

The City of Gunnison is hosting FRIGHT NIGHT on Friday October 25th at the Gunnison Community Center.  The spooktacular activities start at 4pm and continue until 6:30pm.  The entry fee is $5.00 per family and includes.......
pumpkin patch in the pool,  a tour through the haunted swamp, the ever-fun bounce house, , caramel apple and pukpkin decorating, a haunted house, costume contests,and the annual Community Thriller Dance at 5pm.
A waiver must be signed for the event.  There will NO gymnastics or aerial dance class the afternoon and evening of the 25th.  

Following the spooky Fright Night on Friday, October 25th, there will be a Middle School Teen Night from 8pm to midnight.  For $10.00, students in 6th, 7th, and 8th grades can swim, climb, play games and participate in contests, and enjoy snacks and refreshments.  The facility is closed to all but the Teens and the organizers.  Join your friends and make some new friends at the great evening of fun! 

Help Break a WORLD RECORD!

Gunnison Parks & Recreation is teaming up the nation's top water safety and training organizations to present "The World's Largest Swimming Lesson!"  This lesson is aimed at setting the Guiness World Record and will help build awareness about the vital importance of teaching children to swim and be water safe! 


Gunnison Community Center - 200 E. Spencer Avenue

 We want YOU to join us to break this world record.  Everyone ages 3 to 100+ is invited to register, this Tuesday, June 28th, starting at 8:30am at the Gunnison Community Center.  Everyone needs to be by the pool at 8:50am.  The World's Largest Swim Lesson will be held simultaneously at aquatic facilities around the globe.  This is 9am Gunnison Time. 
For more information, call 641-8425 or 641-8427.  See you there to BREAK THAT RECORD!

FAMILY FUN NIGHT

Gunnison Parks & Recreation is offering a FAMILY FUN NIGHT this Friday, May 3rd, starting at 5:30pm at the Gunnison Community Center, 200 East Spencer Avenue. 
There will be fun for the entire family.  Come out and enjoy games, snacks and a movie in the pool - YES, in the pool!   There will be chairs and inner tubes to watch the  movie in the pool.  The bouncy house will also be in the pool for some slip-n-sliding fun into the lap pool.  This event is free for community center members and non-members pay the drop-in fee of $4 for youth and $6 for adults.  For more information, call 641-8060.  See you there!

Underwater Egg Hunt!

Saturday, March 30th, is the City's Annual Underwater Easter Egg Hunt.  This family fun event takes place at the Gunnison Community Center/Aquatics Facility, starting at 9:45am. 
The event is for all kids, 0 to 12 years old.  The pool will have desinated areas for specific age groups. 

There will also be the bounce house in the gym, a scavenger hunt in the building and breakfast snacks.  The egg hunt will take place in 2 waves - one at 10am and the second at 11am. 

After the Underwater Egg Hunt!

Sign up at the Community Center.  The cost is $4.00 for non-members and FREE for members.  Doors open at 9:45am.  For more information, call 641-8060.  Happy Easter. 

Spring Recreation Programs

The Spring 2013 Recreation Program  Brochures are available.  You can pick up a copy at the Gunnison Community Center, 200 E. Spencer Avenue or at City Hall, 201 W. Virginia Avenue in Gunnison.  You can also go on-line at www.gunnisonrec.com and view the offerings. 

There's something for everyone!  For kids - you can choose "Sporties for Shorties", swimming, basketball, soccer, LaCrosse clinics, gymnastics, climbing, TaeKwonDo and much more.  Not to be left out, adults and seniors can participate in swimming, pickleball, square dancing, climbing, senior fitness and senior stretch class. 

The Spring Guide also includes the Community Center and Aquatics Facility schedules and information on the Senior Lunch Programming.  Get involved - get active! 

It's FREE

Gunnison Parks & Recreation is offering a FREE Aqua Zumba class on Wednesday, February 20th from 5:30 to 6:15 P.M. at the Community Center pool, 200 East Spencer Avenue in Gunnison.  If you've tried Zumba on land -  now try it in the "less stress on your joints" pool! 

They are looking for individuals to come try this FREE class and then give them feedback.  Call 641-8427 for more information. 

Middle School Night

All 6th - 7th - and 8th Graders are invited to MIDDLE SCHOOL NIGHT at the Gunniosn Community Center.  This event will take place on Saturday night, February 16th from 8pm to 12am. 

It's a night full of fun activities and the cost is $10.00.    All participants must have a completed parental liability waiver.  Go to the event page at www.gunnisonrec.com for more information and to download the waiver form.  For more information you can also call 970.641.8427.  See you on Saturday night!

MLK Jr. Holiday City Closures

City of Guunison Offices will be CLOSED on Monday, January 21st in observance of the Martin Luther King Jr. Federal Holiday.  City offices will re-open on Tuesday, January 22nd.  Police, Fire and Dispatch/Communications will be working on Monday.

Refuse Schedule:  if your trash is normally picked up on Monday, it will be picked up on Tuesday, January 22nd.  Please contact the Public Works Department at 641-8020 if you have questions. 

Community Center Schedule:  The Gunnison Community Center/Aquatics Faciltiy will be open o from 8am to 9pm on Monday, January 21st.  There will be NO Early morning swimming on Monday.  The Community Center climbing wall will be open from 12 noon to 7pm.  Please call 641-8060 if you have questions. 

"Peace is not merely a distanct goal that we seek;  but a means by which we arrive at that goal."  Martin Luther King Jr.

New Years Holiday Schedule

City Offices will be closed for the New Year's Holiday on Tuesday, January 1, 2013.   Police, Fire, and Communications Emergency Personnel will be on duty for the safety of Gunnison's citizens and visitors. 

There will be NO City Council meeting on Tuesday, January 1st.  The next City Council meeting will be on Tuesday, January 8th at 7pm. 

Refuse Service:  If your garbage is normally picked up on Tuesday, it will be picked up on Wendesday, January 2nd.  If you have questions, call 641-8020 during business hours. 

Holiday hours at the Gunnison Comunity Center will be from 6am to 6pm on New Year's Eve, December 31, 2012,  and the Building and Offices will be CLOSED on New Year's Day, Tuesday, January 1, 2013.

Happy New Year to Everyone! 

PLAY 60 PROGRAM!

Based on the NFL's Play 60 Campaign, the Gunnison Recreation Department is offering a Play 60 Program on Tuesday and Thursdays, starting on January 8th,  after school from 4 to 5pm at the Community Center.

Play 60 has the goal of getting kids to exercise 60 minutes a day while having fun at the same time!  There will be a variety of games such as basketbball, wallball, dodgeball, football, soccer and other fun activities.  The program is for boys and girls in 3rd thru 6th grades.  The cost is $25 for both Tuesdays and Thursdays, and $15 for just one day a week. 

To sign up or to get more information, call the Recreation Department at 641-8060 or stop by the Community Center at 200 East Spencer Avenue in Gunnison.  Get up and move! 

Thanksgiving Happenings

Happy Thanksgiving to all Gunnison residents and visitors alike!  We hope you have a peaceful, happy and safe holiday. 

Refuse Schedule for the Thanksgiving Holiday...
If your refuse and recycling is normally picked up on Thursday, it will be picked up this week on Wednesday, November 21st. 
If your refuse and recycling is normally picked up on a Friday, it will be picked up this week on Monday, November 26th.  Please call 641-8020 if you have any questions. 

City Offices will be closed on Thursday and Friday, November 22nd and 23rd, so that City employees can enjoy the Thanksgiving Holiday with their families and friends.  Police, Fire and Dispatch/Communication Personnel will be on duty to ensure public safety.  Call 911 if you have an emergency (emergencies only!) 

The Gunnison Community/Aquatics Center will be closed all day on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 22nd.  The Center will be open on Friday, November 23rd from 8am to 8pm.  There will be NO 6am early morning lap swimming on Friday, November 23rd.  The climbing wall will open at 12 Noon on Friday.  Call 641-8060 for more information. 

WOW - FREE swim lessons!

That's right.  Adult Swim Lessons are FREE for holders of a current Gunnison Community Center facility membership.
These one-hour small group lessons offer a safe and non-threatening opportunity to learn the fundamentals of swimming for safety, fitness and enjoyment.  The highly qualified swimming instructors will work with you to overcome anxiety and apprehension about swimming.  Progress at your own pace.  Focus on the swim strokes you want to learn.  The program offers participants to opportunity to meet with instructors monthly while working on and practicing their swimming skills in their own time.
The FREE adult swim lessons are the first Wednesday of each month on November 7th and December 5th, from 5:15pm to 6:15 pm. 
For more information call 641-8425 or stop by the Community Center at 200 East Spencer Avenue in Gunnison. 

New Winter Hours

The daylight is getting shorter and winter is on its way. (do a snow dance everyone!)

So, starting Monday, November 5th, the Gunnison Community and Aquatics Center will have new winter hours. 
The facility hours are as follows:
Monday - Thursday  6am to 9pm
Friday  6am to 8pm
Saturday  10am to 8pm
Sunday 12 Noon to 8pm
The swimming pools will close 15 minutes before the building closes.  There's still plenty of time to enjoy all of the recreational opportunities available at the Center.  Try it out!

It's FRIGHT NIGHT!

All Gunnison ghosts and goblins are invited to the Gunnison Community Center TODAY Friday, October 26th starting at 4pm until 7pm for FRIGHT NIGHT! 

There will be a Pumpkin Patch in the Pool....Haunted House and Bounce House...Caramel Apple Decorating...Haunted Swamp...Spooktacular Dance Party and Costume Contest...and PUMPKIN CHUNKIN at 5pm! 
There is a suggested $5.00 donation per family with all proceeds going to the Recreaetion Youth Scholarship Fund.

Fright Night is brought to you by the following Monster Sponsors:  Gene Taylors Sporting Goods, Harman Brothers, The Gunnison Bank, Wilderson Lock & Hill, LLC  and the Gunnison Kiwanis Club! 

"Tis Autumn

The leaves are a'changin and the winds are definitly blustery!  The irrigation ditches are off, and the the river water level is "way low".  It must be Autumn in the Gunnison High Country!  And...there is still plenty to do in the Valley. 

This Saturday, October 20th, is the final Gunnison Farmers' Market of the 2012 Season.  There are apples, potatoes, fall root vegetables, leeks and other nutritious fruits and vegetables available at the Market.  Due to the cooler temperatures, the Market has moved indoors to the Fred Field Western Heritage Center at the Gunnison County Fairgounds, 275 S. Spruce Street (south of Safeway).  The Market opens at 9:30am.   

Gunnison Valley Observatroy

Also finishing out the 2012 season, is the Gunnison Valley Observatory. The facility's last public viewing session of the season will be this Saturday, October 20th starting at 7:30pm.  There will be NO astronomy lecture, just viewing through the GVO's silver dome-housed, 30 inch telesceope.  Other amateur telescopes are also available for viewing.  The crisp, clear, autumn skies make for fabulous night sky viewing.  Remember to dress warmly!  It's chilly in the dome. 

Hartman Rocks Scenery

The Observatory is located 2.1 miles south of Highway 50 on County Road 38 - Gold Basin Road.  (located east across from Hartman Rocks Recreation Area).  The parking lot is on the left (east) side of the County Road. 
And speaking of Hartman Rocks, the multitude of trails are still open for hiking, mountain biking, or motorcycling.  The views of the Gunnison Valley are spectacular from the top of Hartmans!  
If you don't like the cooler weather outside, head indoors to the Gunnison Community Center for climbing, a game of pool, or a dip in the leisure swimming pool.  You can enjoy the many pool slides and water play features or swim laps in the 6-lane lap pool. 

Jorgensen Ice Rink and Event Center

If you're becoming a-tuned to the upcoming winter sports, check out the indoor ice rink at the Jorgensen Ice Rink.  You can play hockey, take a figure skating lesson or just enjoy the ice during public skating.  Both the Community Center and Ice Rink schedules can be found at www.gunnisonrec.com  

Happy Labor Day

Happy Labor Day from all City Council and employees.  Most City offices will be closed on Monday, September 3rd.  Police, Fire and Dispatch Services will be working to ensure everyone's safety. 

If your refuse and recycling is normally collected on Monday, it will be collected on Tuesday, September 4th.  Just place it in the normal pickup spot on Tuesday morning rather than Monday. 

The Gunnison Community/Aquatics Center will have limited hours on Labor Day, Monday, September 3rd.  The building will be open from 8am to 8pm.  The swimming pools will be open from 8am to 7:45pm.  There will be NO early morning swim on Monday.  Open swim and slides/sprays will start at 12pm. 

The climbing wall will be open from 1:30pm to 7pm.

Have a safe and enjoyable Holiday. 

Community Center Closures

The Gunnison Community Center and Aquatics Facility will be closed for Annual Cleaning and Maintenance this week.  The entire building will be closed from Monday, August 27th through Wednesday, August 29th.  Please note that the FUNducation program, and the Level 3, 4, and 5 gymnastics classes will still be having classes even though the facility is closed.  You can also still come to the front desk to register for fall programs. 

The swimming pools/aquatics facility will be closed from Sunday, August 26th through Friday, August 31st.  The pools and slides will re-open in time for the Labor Day holiday weekend on Satuday, September 1st.  For more information, call the Community Center at 641-8060.  Thanks for your patience.  It'll be clean and shiny when the facility reopens. 

YES, it's still summer

It's definitly cooler in the mornings but it is still summer!  On that note, registration for Fall Recreation Programs gets underway on Monday, August 13th.  It's not too early to be thinking about what you or the kids want to participate in this fall!

You can register for programs here!

Fall program brochures are available at the Community Center, 200 East Spencer Avenue or at City Hall, 201 West Virginia Avenue.  A virtual brochure is also available at http://tinyurl.com/2012fallprograms
You can register for any program through the virtual brochure, or by going to the recreation website at www.gunnisonrec.com, or by calling 641-8060 or by stopping by the Community Center front desk.  There are so many ways you can register!  Just don't wait until the last minute or you might find the program is filled.  Have a great summer while you're thinking about fall!

FREE Swim Lessons

Thanks to a generous grant from Gunnison Energy Coroporation, the Gunnison Parks and Recreation Department is offering the final swim lessons of the season FREE! 


Swim Lessons

Lessons will be based on Red Cross instruction with an emphasis on local community water safety.  Swim instructors will focus on our local bodies of water:  ditches, rivers, lakes and our local pools; and teach swimming skills and safety. 
WHO:  swimmers of all levels - Ages 3+
WHEN:  Monday, August 13 thru Thursday, August 23rd;  Monday - Thursday classes with no class on August 22nd; from 9am to 11am at the Gunnison Community Center Aquatics Facility.
HOW:  Space is limited!  To register call 970-641-8060 or stop by the Community Center at 200 East Spencer Avenue in Gunnison.