Announcements Wichita Named a "Playful City USA" Community Find out more about Playful City USA! Come celebrate and be playful at the first annual "Wichita Play Day" on Saturday, September 19, 2009 at OJ Watson Park. See flyer for more information. Come and join the rich tradition of the Greater Wichita Junior Football League! The Greater Wichita Junior Football League has played host to some of the area’s best talent. For the public’s convenience we have placed eight fields within our City Parks. We also offer FREE practice sites for all team that participate in the Greater Wichita Junior Football League. If you would like to be part of one of the most recognized leagues in the Midwest please contact any of the Organizational Directors on the Youth Athletics page or contact Mickey Lara at 268-4123. TO PUT ALL RUMORS TO REST THE CITY OF WICHITA WILL HAVE THE GREATER WICHITA JUNIOR FOOTBALL LEAGUE. Monday October 19th the Park Department will start two 5 week sessions on Improving Your Financial Position for 2010.  Please call Boston Center at 688-9301 or McAdams Center 337-9222 for more details. Looking for a Place to Rent for a Special Event? Check out our rental listing, fees and application forms! Botanica, The Wichita Gardens Stop to smell the flowers! Visit www.botanica.org! GolfWichita.com Trying to locate a golf course? Need a tee time? Want to learn more? Visit www.golfwichita.com! LW Clapp Golf Course is currently offering an active military discount! Download the military discount flyer for more information! Golfing Tips From the Pros Want to become a better golfer? Choose from 11 different videos with various golfing tips from the pros! Youth & Adult Sports Field Conditions & Rainouts For field conditions and rainouts regarding Youth and Adult Sports, please call the Hotline at (316) 219-9777. Find a City Park Need help locating a City Park? Adopt-A-Park Agreement/Contract The Department of Park and Recreation has developed an Adopt-A-Park agreement/contract for use with neighborhoods and other community groups. Dream in Green Come share your dreams for Wichita's parks, recreation programs, and open spaces!

Featured Article       Get ready for the 6th Annual “A Night with Santa” December 3rd, 2009 Sponsored by the Wichita Park and Recreation Department Century II Exhibition Hall Mayor’s Tree Lighting Ceremony at 6:00 pm                                   Activities will follow from 6:30 – 9:00 pm   A “Night with Santa” is one of many special FREE events the Department of Park and Recreation hosts throughout the year.  These community events improve the quality of life in the community by creating family time and healthy activities for all ages.  View the Night with Santa.   We would appreciate your sponsorship or donation for this event, please view our Sponcorship flyer Night with Santa.  Every donation, no matter what size, is greatly appreciated during this time of need to provide holiday spirit for many.  GO PLAY KANSAS The Wichita Park & Recreation Department is excited to announce the launching of a new website through “Visioneering Recreation Alliance ‘! Check it out today…. www.GoPlayKansas.com You can go find interactive maps and more information about how to locate bike paths, parks with playgrounds and even where to go play disc golf. In addition, you can read blogs written by local recreation enthusiasts. Please add your comments and favorite parks, and don’t forget to sign up to receive more information.

Our Mission

The mission of the Park and Recreation Department is to provide a cost-effective system of safe and attractive parks and recreation land, facilities and programs that enhance the beautification of the City, provide for the leisure time pursuits of all Wichita residents and visitors, and promote appreciation of the City’s environmental resources.

The Park and Recreation Department:

• Provides recreational opportunities
• Maintains landscaping at City parks, facilities & along right-of-ways
• Operates a number of cultural and performing arts facilities.

The department supports:

• 4,347 acres of parks and greenways
• 2,407 acres of rights-of-way (medians, highways, arterials and boulevards)
• 10 recreation centers
• 11 swimming pools
• 52 athletic fields
• 5 golf courses
• 8 interactive fountains
• Numerous adult & youth-based activities & athletics programs.

Current department operating units consist of:

• Administration
• Forestry and Central Support
• Botanica
• Recreation
• Wichita Ice Center

The Park and Recreation Department offers:

• Indoor & outdoor facilities for rental to public and private groups
• A broad range of recreation classes
• Athletic programs
• The Wichita Ice Center
• Special event opportunities.

Formal banquet and reception sites are also available at Botanica, The Wichita Gardens (316-264-0448).

For information, reservations, and registration in any Park and Recreation program, call (316) 268-4361.

The Health and Wellness Coalition is another organization that promotes physical activity and good nutrition through programs and policies.

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