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!

What's your health & fitness Resolution?

The Gunnison Recreation Department will help you acheive your health and fitness New Year's Resolution.  Come join in the ADULT SWIM PROGRAM!  Swimming can burn calories, boost metabolism and firm muscles without stressing your joints.  It's a great workout for all ages and abilities.

The adult swim program meets once per month starting on Wednesday, January 2nd at 5:15pm at the Gunnison Community Center.  It is for beginner and intermediate swimmers who want to build confidence and endurance in their swim workouts. 

The program is FREE for Community Center members.  No need to sign up - just show up!  For more information call 970-641-8425.  See you in the pool! 

Prescription Drug Take Back Event

This coming Friday, Saturday and Monday, GCSAPP and local law enforcement will be holding prescription drug take back events to allow people to safely dispose of their unused or unwanted prescription medications. If you have expired or unused medications that you would like to get rid of, you can drop them off at the following locations:

• Friday April 27th from 10:00 am -2:00 pm at the Crested Butte Marshall’s Office – 508 Maroon Ave
• Saturday April 28th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Gunnison City Market – 880 N Main Street
• Monday April 30th from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Gunnison Police Department – 201 W Virginia Ave