This guide will direct you to Lincoln, Nebraska's many FUNdamental facilities, programs, classes, and events during the spring. Covering everything from free community events, and fitness classes to programs for kids, adults, and people with special needs- this guide will show how to have a great spring at our 168 parks, over 185 miles of trails, 97 playgrounds, six recreation centers, five golf courses, five dog runs, five disc golf courses, various public garden spaces, and a nature center.
As the days get longer and the weather warms up, we’re excited to welcome you to a new season of outdoor fun and recreation! On behalf of the Parks and Recreation Department, I’m thrilled to announce our upcoming Spring Programs for all ages and interests.
This spring, we have a wide range of activities, from sports leagues and fitness classes to family-friendly events, our summer day camps and nature hikes. Whether you’re looking to stay active, learn something new, or simply enjoy the beauty of our parks, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Registration for our programs opens soon, so be sure to mark your calendars! We encourage you to visit our website for more information on all the exciting activities coming up.
We look forward to seeing you and your family outdoors this spring!
Maggie Stuckey-Ross, Director
NOTE: Parks and Recreation has transitioned to a new online registration platform called CivicRec.
This user-friendly platform is already live and will make signing up for programs and events easier than ever. With its streamlined features and improved convenience, we’re thrilled to offer you a smoother registration experience. Thank you for your patience during this transition – we hope you enjoy the new system!
For more information visit lincoln.ne.gov/civicrec.
PARKS, SHELTERS, & VENUES
Payment must be paid online or sent to the office for completion of reservation. Requests for refunds are subject to a $25 service charge and must be made at least 14 working days prior to the reservation date.
Note: Rain, cold, heat, or bugs are not an automatic cause for a refund. Each request/issue will be considered separately after a refund form has been completed.
TYPES OF RENTALS AND RESERVATIONS
Indoor Facilities
Indoor/enclosed facilities available for rent include:
- Antelope
- Auld Pavilion
- Bethany
- Van Dorn
Outdoor Facilities
Outdoor picnic shelters and group picnic table locations are also available for rent
Wedding Locations
Numerous park settings are available to reserve for your ceremony:
- Antelope Park Bandshell
- Auld Pavilion
- Hazel Abel Park
- Stransky Park
- Sunken Gardens
- Iron Horse Park
- Oak Lake Island
- Bowling Lake
- Veterans Memorial Garden
- Government Square Park
- Holmes Lake
- Hamann Rose Garden at Antelope Park
- Union Plaza Amphitheater
Special Use
Planning a concert or community event?
Rent spaces like
- Centennial Mall
- Tower Square
- Union Plaza Amphitheater
- Antelope Park Bandshell
Additional paperwork is required for special use events, please contact the reservations desk for more information.
For more information please contact the reservations desk, Administration building, 3131 “O” Street, Suite 300, call (402) 441-7847, OPT. 0 during regular business hours, or email reservations@lincoln.ne.gov.
Recreation Center Reservations
Our center facilities are available to rent for your reunion, birthday party, meeting, or event. Some rentals include use of game room with foosball, pool, bumper pool, table tennis, and shuffleboard! Call any center for more information or to book your event.
Team Practice Court & Field Reservations
As they say, “Practice makes perfect”. Our practice facilities offer various locations where your youth or adult sports team may practice. Reservations for indoor and outdoor facilities may be done online.
TEAM PRACTICE TIMES
Reserve a practice court online for your basketball or volleyball team. Practice times are 55 minutes and can be scheduled up to two weeks in advance.
- Basketball reservations are $40 for a full court
- Volleyball reservations $16 per court
Contact the center where you wish to practice for additional information. Reservations can be made online at parks.lincoln.ne.gov.
The Prairie Building Auditorium is great for family events, group meetings, and company retreats. The Education Building has a more casual atmosphere and is available on a limited basis. Visit Civic Rec or call (402) 441-7895 for more information.
HOLMES GOLF CLUBHOUSE RESERVATIONS
Looking for a special place for a wedding, reception, or party? Whatever the occasion, it’s your time to shine and Holmes Golf Course has a great banquet room for rental at very competitive pricing. The banquet room with a full bar accommodates 140 people along with outdoor lawn area that overlooks the golf course with the state capital in the distance. Contact Scott Carlson at (402) 441-8960 for more information and to schedule your event today.
For clubhouse rental information, contact the Holmes Golf Course, (402) 441-8960, or visit lincolncitygolf.org/holmes.
CLASS REGISTRATION
Registration is available online for most classes and programs! Class sizes are limited, so register early!
Register for a class
Cancellations: The Department reserves the right to combine classes/programs as needed or cancel classes/programs due to insufficient enrollment. A full refund will be granted if the Department cancels the program.
The Pioneers Park Nature Center offers year round programming including nature day camps, school hikes, scout badge work, birthday parties, special events and a variety of classes for all ages.
Nature at Night
Hyde Memorial Observatory
Enjoy programs about astronomy and space exploration, learn from knowledgeable volunteers, and take a peek into the universe through telescopes. The observatory is open and free to the public Saturday nights year-round except on major holidays. The Observatory is located on the south side of Holmes Lake on South Shore Road.
Visit hydeobservatory.info to learn about programs or to become a volunteer.
*Hyde Memorial Observatory is closed to the public until March 1, 2025.
- October 1st-March 14th
- March 15th-August 31st
- September 1st-30th
Twilight Hikes
Join us each month to experience the sights and sounds of the Nature Center after hours. Each hike will have a different focus. Topics may include nocturnal wildlife, astronomy, legends and storytelling, and natural history.
Pre-registration is required; no drop-ins. Check-in 15 minutes prior to start time.
- Prairie Building
- $5/person
- Dates:
- Fri. January 24 - 6:30-8 PM
- Fri. February 14 - 5:30-7 PM
- Fri. March 7 - 6:30 - 8 PM
Community, Health, and Learning Events
City Nature Challenge - Lincoln & Lancaster County
CITY NATURE CHALLENGE - LINCOLN & LANCASTER COUNTY
Find Wildlife. Take a picture. Share through iNaturalist.
Join other communities across the globe in this community science event. Which community will make the most observations, identify the most species, or have the most participants?
Learn more at citynaturechallenge.org.
- Observation Dates: April 25-28
- Identification: April 29-May 4
Spring Cleaning - Volunteer Day
SPRING CLEANING - VOLUNTEER DAY
Every spring the Nature Center invites our friends and visitors to help do some spring cleaning in our gardens and along trails. All are welcome, children may volunteer with an accompanying adult. All volunteers (or accompanying parent/guardian) must sign the Lincoln Parks and Rec volunteer waiver form. Tasks will include physical labor, walking trails, using garden tools, and other outdoor tasks. No prior experience necessary. Please register by April 28, if you plan to attend.
- Sat. May 3
- 9 AM - NOON
- Prairie Building
- FREE
Wild Adventures
WILD ADVENTURES
Learn about Nebraska wildlife, native habitats, and more through hands-on nature themed activities and games, live animal presentations and more!
- Sat. May 17
- 1-4 PM
- Prairie Building
- No cost, but donations welcome
Friends of PPNC Annual Meeting
FRIENDS OF PPNC ANNUAL MEETING
Join the Friends of the Pioneers Park Nature Center for their annual gathering. There will be a short business meeting followed by a presentation from Solidago Conservancy’s Community Conservation Coordinator, Travis Jensen. The program is free, and all are welcome to attend.
Friends of Pioneers Park Nature Center memberships start at $25 per year. Benefits to becoming a Friend include special access to Friends programming, 10% off all Nature Center gift shop items, free or reduced admission to other centers nationwide, and the satisfaction of supporting a valuable community resource.
www.lnknaturecenter.org
- Sat. January 11
- 9 - 11 AM
- Prairie Building
- FREE
Prairie to Prairie
PRAIRIE TO PRAIRIE
Details about event will be announced soon.
Birding Events
Great Backyard Bird Count
GREAT BACKYARD BIRD COUNT
Join us for the Great Backyard Bird Count, a community science event. Each year people all over the world participate to watch, learn, count, and celebrate birds. The Great Backyard Bird Count is great for birders of all levels. We’ll meet at the Chet Ager Building, watch the feeders, and then head out for a hike, weather permitting. Please register by February 13, if you plan to attend.
- Sat. February 15
- 9 AM
- Chet Ager Building
- Suggested Donation $5
Crane Trip
This all-inclusive package includes roundtrip transportation to the Crane Trust, blind rental, and catered dinner.
Witness the Greatest Migration in Nebraska: A Private Sandhill Crane Viewing Experience
Experience the awe-inspiring migration of thousands of Sandhill Cranes in Nebraska this spring! Join Pioneers Park Nature Center for a unique, guided excursion to the world’s largest Sandhill Crane roost, at the Crane Trust Nature and Visitor Center near Alda. This unforgettable trip offers a chance to witness one of nature’s greatest migrations in its full splendor.
The tour begins with a scenic shuttle bus ride with a Naturalist and Coordinator from Pioneers Park Nature Center. You’ll travel to the Crane Trust Nature and Visitor Center, where a private viewing blind awaits, offering an unparalleled view of thousands of cranes as they settle in for the evening. Feel the thrill of watching the cranes in their natural habitat, surrounded by the rich sounds and sights of this magnificent migration.
Along the way, we’ll stop at the Mormon Island State Recreation Area for some wildlife watching before heading to Grand Island for a catered dinner, rounding out the experience.
Key Details:
- Fee: $130, fee includes transportation, dinner, and private blind reservation
- Date: Thursday, March 6
- Departure Time: Noon from the south side of Auld Pavilion, 1650 Memorial Drive, Antelope Park, Lincoln. Please arrive by 11:30 a.m.
- Return Time: Approximately 9 p.m.
- What to Bring: Dress for the outdoors and bring binoculars, cameras, and other recording equipment. Binoculars are available to borrow, but tripods are not allowed in the Crane Trust blinds. Be prepared for a quarter mile walk from the bus to the viewing blind over uneven terrain in low light.
- Age Requirement: 12 years and older.
- Registration Deadline: February 21, 2025.
This exclusive Sandhill Crane migration experience is a rare opportunity to witness one of nature’s most spectacular events. Don’t miss out—register today!
Important Cancellations Policy:
- Cancellations and refund requests made on or before February 21 will incur a minimum service charge of $15.
- Cancellations after February 21 will be eligible for a 50% refund.
Register by February 21, 2025, to secure your spot on this unforgettable journey! For more information and to register, please visit lincoln.ne.gov/civicrec.
Mothers Day Bird Walk
MOTHERS DAY BIRD WALK
May is Migratory Bird Month and May 11th is Mothers Day. Let’s celebrate both with a bird walk at the Nature Center. This program will include a slow walk in the wetland and woodland areas looking and listening for springtime birds. Bring your own binoculars or request to borrow a pair from the Nature Center.
Register by May 7.
- Sun. May 11
- 9-11 AM
- Prairie Building
- $5/person
Summer Day Camps are all about creating memories, exploring new adventures, making friends, and celebrating being a kid. Our camps are for kids who have completed K-7 grade and who want to PLAY all summer long. Our camps have a wide curriculum of activities to keep campers moving and more importantly having fun with their friends. Every week campers will experience field trips, swimming, arts & crafts, active games, and so much more.
- Monday-Friday
- June 2 - August 8 *No camp on June 19 and July 4
- 7 AM - 5:30 PM
- $195/weekly or $155/4-day weeks
Register for individual weeks or the entire summer.
| Location |
|
Grades |
Call for info: |
| Air Park |
4900 Mike Scholl Dr. |
K-5 |
(402) 441-7876 |
| Belmont |
1234 Judson St. |
K-5 |
(402) 441-6789 |
| Calvert |
4500 Stockwell |
K-5 |
(402) 441-8480 |
| Irving |
2010 Van Dorn St. |
K-7 |
(402) 441-7954 |
| McPhee** |
820 Goodhue |
K-5 |
(402) 441-7952
|
Need-based scholarships available.
All sites accept DHHS Child Care Subsidy (Title XX) except Irving.
Junior Day Camp Leaders (Ages 14-17)
JUNIOR DAY CAMP LEADERS (AGES 14-17)
Gain important job skills while having fun assisting Summer Day Camp staff with daily operations! Schedule will vary based on individual leader’s availability.
- Monday-Friday
- June 2 - August 8
- 7:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- Irving & Calvert
- $40/week
* Participant must apply, complete an interview & be selected for this opportunity
Extreme Teens Summer Camp
Extreme Teens enjoy activities like: enrichment activities, community engagement, independent living skills, developmental asset lessons, arts and crafts, physical fitness and nutrition. Lunches and snacks will be provided during the day. Pre-register online.
For youth in 6-8th grades.
- Monday-Friday
- June 2- August 8
- 9 AM - 3 PM
- F St. Community Center, 1225 F St.
- $80/5-day, $65/4-day
Summer Nature Camps
Nature Camp is designed to inspire a sense of wonder and build understanding of others and the natural world by providing outdoor experiences under the guidance of caring staff.
DISCOVERY: AGES 3-6 YEARS
A half-day camp for children ages 3–6 to learn about the world around them. Camp activities and experiences are planned around seasonal changes and happenings at the Nature Center. Children have time to explore and investigate, play with others in a social setting, and express themselves through arts and crafts. Come prepared to be outdoors, get dirty, and have fun!
Children must be potty trained & able to use an adult-sized toilet on their own.
- Mondays-Thursdays
- June 2-5
- June 9-12
- June 30-July 3
- July 7-10
- July 21-24
- July 28-31
- 9-11:30 AM
- $110/4-day week ($25 deposit due at time of registration)
- Prairie Building Classrooms
EXPLORERS: ELEMENTARY AGES
Explorer Nature Camp is for children who have completed kindergarten but who have not yet entered 6th grade.
Activities include hikes, creek exploration, pond investigations, archery, fishing, arts and crafts, and more. Participants will be outside most of each day and will need to bring a lunch, water bottle, and an extra change of clothes and closed-toe shoes daily. Guest presenters, special activities, and off-site (field trip) experiences also occur throughout the summer.
- Monday-Friday
- June 2 - 6
- June 9-13
- June 16-18*
- June 23-27
- July 14-18
- July 21-25
- July 28-August 1
- August 4-8
- 8 AM-5:30 PM
- $232/week ($25 deposit due at time of registration)
- *$138/3-day weeks
- Lynn Johnson Nature Education Building
NAVIGATORS: MIDDLE SCHOOL AGES
Youth who have completed 6th grade but who have not yet entered 9th grade will be immersed in outdoor learning and leadership-building experiences in Navigators Nature Camp.
The camp includes outdoor recreation activities such as canoeing, archery, fishing, and hiking. Participants will also explore nature to learn about various habitats, native and invasive species, and build on their understanding of conservation and environmental issues. Guest presenters are incorporated into the Navigators' experience. Participants will be outside most of each day and will need to bring a lunch, water bottle, and an extra change of clothes and closed-toe shoes daily.
- Monday-Friday
- June 30-July 2*
- July 7-11
- 8:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- $232/week ($25 deposit due at time of registration)
- *$138/3-day weeks
- Lynn Johnson Nature Education Building
Lincoln Parks and Recreation preschool programs have been recognized by Nebraska Step Up to Quality for their commitment to quality childcare and education. Step Up to Quality programs go beyond state licensing requirements to better serve the needs of young children and their families and to prepare them for success in kindergarten and beyond.
Learn more at: education.ne.gov/stepuptoquality.
Nature Preschool
Pioneers Park Nature Center
(402) 441-7895
Established in 2000, Nature Preschool is a play-based program in which children learn by doing: hiking, climbing, digging, building, and being outdoors. The curriculum is built around children’s curiosity of the natural world while incorporating social emotional skills, problem solving, language, literacy, and math concepts to prepare for kindergarten and beyond. We believe that early childhood is a time for discovery, a time to enjoy the many miracles of the natural world such as: the colors of fall prairie grass, the texture of a snake's skin, the call of chorus frogs, the smell of plum blossoms, and the feel of cool, damp soil.
Nature Preschool and PreK
- Preschool - Ages 3-5
- September 3, 2025 - May 15, 2026
- Tuesday and Thursday, 9:00 - 11:30 AM
- $127/mo.
- PreK - Ages 4-5
- September 3, 2025 - May 15, 2026
- Morning: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9:00 - 11:30 AM
- Afternoon: Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 12:45 - 3:15 PM
- $1/mo.
Little Sprouts Preschool
Calvert Recreation Center
(402) 441-8480.
Calvert Recreation Center has offered programs and activities for preschool-age children since the center opened in 1989. At Little Sprouts Preschool children learn about nature and the world around them in an urban setting while learning other skills for school success.
Little Sprouts preschool curriculum is planned based on the children’s interests and discoveries, incorporating activities that support children in developing skills for school readiness. Little Sprouts is focused on music, art, outdoor exploration, and other fun early childhood activities to help support the learning and development of children ages 3-5.
Little Sprouts Preschool
- September 3, 2025 - May 15, 2026
- 5 day
- Monday-Friday
- 9:00 - 11:30 AM
- $219/mo.
- 3 day
- Monday, Wednesday, and Friday
- 9:00 - 11:30 AM
- $127/mo.
- 2 day
- Tuesday and Thursday
- 9:00 - 11:30 AM
- $92/mo.
When LPS is not in session, our School’s Out programs are!
We offer a variety of programs for children throughout the year. Most programs include activities such as academic support, sports skills, games, arts, crafts, nature activities, cultural celebrations, stories, music, songs, social skill development and computer skills. All our programs are licensed.
Need-based scholarships are available. All locations are eligible for DHHS Childcare subsidy. For more information, visit parks.lincoln.ne.gov (search: Schools Out).
Before School & After School Programs
Dates: August 12, 2024 - May 22, 2025
*No program PLC Tuesdays for staff training
| Location |
|
Schedule |
Call for info: |
| Air Park (L) |
4900 Mike Scholl Dr. |
ASR & BSR |
(402) 441-7876 |
| Belmont (E) |
1234 Judson St. |
ASR & BSR |
(402) 441-6789 |
| Calvert (E) |
4500 Stockwell |
ASR & BSR |
(402) 441-8480 |
| Everett (E) |
1123 "C" St. |
ASR only |
(402) 441-7952 |
| McPhee (L) |
820 Goodhue Blvd. |
ASR & BSR |
(402) 441-7952 |
| F Street |
1225 "F" St. |
Free Teen Drop In (6-12 Grades) |
(402) 441-7951 |
Before School (BSR):
- Early Start (E) : $155/month
- Late Start (L) : $168/month
After School (ASR):
- Early Start (E) : $181/month
- Late Start (L) : $161/month
Full days of fun recreation activities including active games and sports, crafts, and occasional field trips. Ongoing most days when LPS is not in session. Registration deposit required.
- Belmont Recreation Center, (402) 441-6789
- Calvert Recreation Center, (402) 441-8480
- $40/day
- 2025 Dates
- January 2, 3
- February 18
- March 10, 11, 12, 13, 14
- April 18, 21
Nature Camps
Hike, explore, and find adventure at Pioneers Park Nature Center. Campers will be outside most of each day, weather permitting, and will need to bring a sack lunch, water bottle, and an extra change of clothes and shoes daily. Nature Camp is designed to inspire a sense of wonder and build understanding of others and the natural world by providing outdoor experiences under the guidance of caring staff. This day camp is for children currently in grades K-5.
EXPLORERS SPRING DAY CAMP
Students in grades K-5 can spend Spring Break hiking, exploring, and playing outdoors! Learn about ecology, wildlife, and more during this fun-filled week of day camp. Campers will be outside most of each day and will need to bring a sack lunch, water bottle, and an extra change of clothes and shoes daily.
Register and make payment by March 3.
- Monday-Friday
- March 10-14
- 8 AM - 5:30 PM
- Lynn Johnson Nature Education Building
- $232/week ($25 deposit due at registration)
Youth must bring a sack lunch; snacks will be provided during the day.
Extreme Teens enjoy activities like:
- Enrichment activities
- Community engagement
- Independent living skills
- Developmental assets lesson
- Arts & Crafts
- Physical fitness and nutrition
- Monday - Friday Mar. 10-14, 2025
- F Street Community Centers, 1225 F Street
- 9 AM - 3 PM
- $80
Swim Lessons & Leagues
Registration begins May 12th
Swim Lessons
SWIM LESSONS
Lessons available for all ages and skill levels.
Offered at most pools. Schedules vary by location.
Registration begins May 12th.
Morning Sessions
- Session 1 : June 2 - 12
- Session 2 : June 16 - 26 *No class June 19
- Session 3 : July 7 - 17
Evening Sessions
- Mon/Wed or Tues/Thur (3 WEEKS)
- $70
- Session 1 : June 2 - 18 *No class June 19
- Session 2 : July 7 - 24
Saturday Mornings
- Session 1 : June 7 - July 12
Swimming & Diving League
SWIMMING & DIVING LEAGUE
Introduction to competitive swimming and diving for 6-18 year olds.
Online registration begins April 7.
- Practice
- MON - FRI
- June 2 - July 18
- Dive Meets :
- THUR/WED
- June 12, 18, 26, July 2
- All City Dive Meet : July 18
- Swim Meets :
- SAT
- June 14, 21, 28, July 5
- All City Swim Meet : July 18 and 19
Summer Long Programs
Family Swim Night
FAMILY SWIM NIGHT
Swim with the entire family at various neighborhood pools.
- Monday: Belmont
- Tuesday: Eden
- Wednesday: Irvingdale and Highlands
- Thursday: Ballard
- Friday: Arnold Heights and Woods
Water Fitness
WATER FITNESS
Schedule to be announced at lincoln.ne.gov/pools
Splish Splash Story Time
SPLISH SPLASH STORY TIME
An interactive story time at the pool. Geared for ages 5 and under with their adult. This free program is co-sponsored by Lincoln City Libraries and Lincoln Parks and Recreation.
Children 5 and under must be within arms reach of a parent or guardian. All children must be accompanied by someone 16 years of age or older.
Toddler Splash
TODDLER SPLASH
A special time for parents and children 5 year and under to come enjoy the pool or spray park before nap time. Toys and giggles welcome! Parents must always accompany their child in the water. Limited to 25 kids.
- Wednesdays
- 10 - 11:30 AM
- Woods Spray Park
- $3/child
At F Street Community Center
F Street Community Center hosts a variety of youth programs to work on physical and technological skills.
Work Out
Basketball Drills & Skills
- Middle and High School ages
- Grade School ages
5-on-5 Basketball Tournament
Teen Volleyball
- Middle and High School Ages
Social Service Program
SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAM
Free Youth Meals
Snacks
- Monday - Friday, 3 - 3:30 PM
- Saturday, 1 PM
- Sunday, 2:30 PM
At Irving Recreation Center
Junior Robotics
Focused on building an interest in science and engineering in children, Junior FIRST LEGO League is a hands-on program designed to capture young children’s curiosity and direct it toward discovering the possibilities of improving the world around them. Children will research a topic, create a poster presenting that research, build a LEGO model with at least one motorized part that addresses the topic researched, and present what they have learned to a reviewer in a non-competitive, fun, high energy environment. Fee includes instruction and t-shirt.
- January 26 - March 2
- Sundays
- 3:30 -4:30 PM
- Ages 6-9
- $120/week
Irving Middle School Drop-In*
During after school hours at Irving Recreation Center, middle school students can participate in a variety of age appropriate, fun, and enriching activities. All Students must submit an After School Member Form to participate. Need-based scholarships are available.
*Open to Current Irving Middle School Students only
** Please note: There will not be a program on PLC days, recognized city holidays and election days.
- August 14 - May 25 **
- Monday-Friday
- Dismissal - 5:30 PM
- $4/day, $50/20 visits, $360/year
Wheelie Good Ride Academy
WHEELIE GOOD RIDE ACADEMY
Learn to Ride - Balance Bike Class
Riding a bike is considered a key development milestone for children. Wheelie Good Ride Academy is providing balance bike instruction for any level rider with a focus on beginners. Lessons are once weekly for 60minutes for 5 weeks. Class will consist of team building games, and bicycle skill instruction.We’ll have several bikes available for use. Butif your little one already has a balance bike, please bring it. Helmets required.
Call 402-413-5277 for more info, dates, times and to register.
- Irving Recreation Center, 2010 Van Dorn St., Lincoln, NE 68502
- $30/child for 5 week class
- Ages 2 - 13 (can register if participant is older) Parent/guardian is asked to accompany children.
Wellness Programs at Our Centers
Indoor Walking
Stay fit during all types of weather by walking in our comfortable gym. Call ahead for availability on non-school days.
Air Park Community Center
- 14 lap/mi
- Monday - Friday: 6:30 - 9:00 AM
- $4.00
"F" Street Community Center
- 15 lap/mi track
- Daily
- Free
Senior Coffee
Neighborhood seniors are invited to enjoy coffee and leisure activities such as walking in the gym or playing table tennis or billiards at the Air Park Community Center.
Table Tennis Challenge
Belmont Recreation Center
- Sundays 5:00-10:00 PM
- $4/week, $40/13 wks
- All ages welcome
Adult Fitness Classes at F St.
ADULT FITNESS CLASSES AT F ST.
- Yoga
- Tuesdays
- NOON-12:45 PM
- $4/class
At Easterday
Beginning Tribal Belly Dance
With Bellajhara Belly Dance Troupe. Tribal Belly Dance is an improvisational group dance consisting of five basic moves: both fast and slow in variation. Dress comfortably: yoga wear, leggings, t-shirts, or camis. No jeans please. Coin belt accessories available for use in class.
No registration needed, walk-ins welcome.
- Beginning: Thursdays, 5 - 6 PM
- Experienced: Thursdays, 6 - 7 PM
- $4/class, $40/12 weeks
- Easterday Rec Center, 6130 Adams St.
Waball
WABALL
Walking Soccer is an activity that can be played by all. A friendly game of soccer that does not include running. Regardless of age or ability, Waball can be adapted to anyone.
Call 402-441-7901 to register.
- Saturdays
- 8:30 - 10 AM
- Ages 13+
- $50/12 weeks, $5/day
Parks and Recreation offers a variety of free events and programs year round to encourage people to get out and excercise and have fun with family and friends. These activities provide opportunities for fitness, cultural enrichment, and community engagement, ensuring there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Party and Play in the Parks
Free Movement Classes
FITLOT OUTDOOR FITNESS PARK CLASSES
Woods Park, 3131 O Street, near playground.
- Tuesdays and Thursdays - 10:30-11:30 AM
- Fridays - 9:00-11:00 AM
Additional equipment is provided. Bring water bottle and hand sanitizer. Classes are sponsored by AARP Nebraska.
Winter Activities
ICE SKATING
- Oak Lake, Sun Valley & Charleston
- Holmes lake Park, 70th & Normal
*Signage will be posted at each park when safe to skate on ice.
SLEDDING
- Pioneers Park, 3201 S. Coddington
- Holmes Lake Park, 70th & Normal
- Arnold Heights, *Tanker Hill* at NW 48th St. & W Air Park Rd.
Holidays in the Parks
Holiday Meals at F Street
F St. Community Center will be hosting some holiday joy, which includes a meal and entertainment. Please sign up by calling the center, 402-441-7951 no later than the day before.
Music and other festive activities start at 11 AM. Meal starts at 11:30.
VALENTINES DAY
St. PATRICKS DAY
2024-25 PROGRAMS
- Memorial Day - May 26, 8 PM
- Bricks of Honor Annual Dedication - Second Sat. in June, 10 AM
- Patriot Day - September 11, 10 AM
- Veterans Day - November 11, 11 AM, Auld Pavilion
- Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day - December 7, 11:55 AM, Auld Pavilion
For more information about the Advisory Council, events, the garden including honorary monuments, visit lincoln.ne.gov/veteransgarden.
3200 Veterans Memorial Drive, Antelope Park
Visit lincoln.ne.gov/racketsports for additional information.
OUTDOOR COURTS
- Ballard, 66th & Kearney St.
- Cooper, S 6th St. & D St.
- Densmore, 6701 S 14th St.
- Eden, 46 Antelope Creek Rd.
- Henry, S. 44th & Prescott Ave.
- Highlands, W Harvest Dr.
- Irvingdale, 1900 Van Dorn St.
- Mahoney, 70th & Fremont St.
- Peter Pan, N 32nd & W St.
- Peterson, 4400 Southwood Dr.
- Piedmont, S 48th & S Cotner Blvd.
- Roberts Park, S 56th & Sumner St.
- Roper (East), N. 8th & Judson St.
- Seacrest, S 70th & A St.
- Seng, N. 49th & Garland St.
- Tierra, S 27th & Tierra
- Tyrrell, N. 67th St. & Baldwin Ave.
- UPCO, N. 40th & Adams St.
WOODS TENNIS
Woods Tennis Center offers a wide variety of classes including Adult Leagues, Adult and Youth Group Lessons, Cardio Tennis Classes, Indoor and Outdoor Court Rentals, Tournament Play and Adaptive Classes for Wheelchair, Autism and Special Olympics.
Scholarships and racquets are available for those who qualify!
- Session 3: January 6 - February 22
- Session 4: March 3 - April 12
- Session 5: April 14 - May 21
Health and Fitness Center
600 S 70th St.
Monday through Friday, 8 AM - 4 PM
Cardio equipment, strength training equipment, free weights, balance, and other exercise aids are available.
- $10 suggested monthly contribution for age 60 and over.
- $15 fee for under age 60.
A certified personal trainer is available at no charge on Tuesdays and Thursdays BY APPOINTMENT ONLY.
For most Health and Fitness classes, there is a $4 per class suggested contribution for age 60 and over. $5 per class fee for under age 60. Preregistration is required for all classes by calling 402-441-7575. Please register early. Classes that do not have sufficient enrollment will be canceled.
Movement
CHAIR YOGA
- January 8 - March 26
- April 16 - June 25
- Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10:30 AM
- Eastridge Presbyterian Church, 1135 Eastridge Dr.
- January 10 - March 28
- April 18 - June 27
- Fridays, 9:30 - 10:30 AM
- Eastridge Presbyterian Church, 1135 Eastridge Dr.
DANCE FOR LIFE
- January 6 - April 7 (No class 1/20 & 2/17)
- April 14 - July 7 (No class 5/26)
- Mondays, 1:30 - 2:30 PM
- American Lutheran Church, 4200 Vine St.
- January 8 - March 26
- April 2 - May 14
- Wednesdays, 10 - 11 AM
- Auld Pavilion, 1650 Memorial Dr.
QIGONG REFRESH AND RECHARGE
- January 7 - March 25
- April 1 - July 8
- Tuesdays, 9 - 10 AM
- American Lutheran Church, 4200 Vine St.
- January 9 - March 27
- April 3 - May 15
- Thursdays, 1:30 - 2:30 PM
- Auld Pavilion, 1650 Memorial Dr.
Workshops
LIVING WELL WITH CHRONIC CONDITIONS
- March 4 - April 8
- Tuesdays, 2:30 - 4:30 PM
- Victory Park, 600 S. 70 St., Classroom 105
STEPPING ON - BUILDING CONFIDENCE & REDUCING FALLS
- March 17 - April 28
- Mondays, 1:30 - 3:30 PM
- Victory Park Center, 600 S. 70th St., Dining Room
Support Groups
Caregiver Support Group
- No registration needed – walk-ins welcome
- 2nd Tuesday of every month 5 – 6 PM
- St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 8550 Pioneers Blvd., Room 137
- Enter through door 9 on south side of St. Mark’s, turn left and go downstairs
Recreation programs for youth and adults with intellectual & physical disabilities, and mental health diagnoses
Our Day Structure programs are held in a supportive, caring environment, with trained and experienced staff. We have kind and caring volunteers and community specialists who lead groups and special programs. Participants are encouraged to set personal goals and participate in a broad spectrum of programs. A few of our program offerings include: Exercise & Physical Activities, Arts & Crafts, Gardening, Theatre/Drama, Nutrition & Cooking, Leisure Education, Life Skills, Special Events/Holiday Parties, Community Outings, and much, much more! Call 402-441-7901 for more information.
Day Structure is for adults with physical or mental health needs, or those facing isolation, who benefit from services in a group setting.
- Monday - Friday, 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM
ADAPTIVE RECREATION CLUBS
Evening recreation clubs meet bi-monthly. Call (402)441-7901 to sign up for weekly email updates.
Pre-Register on Civic Rec
CHEER TEAM - INCLUSIVE
Participants age 8 and older will join in cheerleading, dancing, and socializing during the Lincoln Shooting Stars basketball season. This initiative is designed to build camaraderie and vibrant team spirit while supporting the Lincoln Shooting Stars flag basketball team. A cheer team t-shirt and megaphone will be provided for each new member.
- Thursdays, January 16 - March 27
- 5-5:45 PM
- Easterday Recreation Center
- $25 fee
- Basketball Tournament: April 15.
Saturday Seminars
New this season!
Enjoy classes and seminars on topics requested by current adaptive program participants.
Call 402-441-7901 to become a weekly email recipient to learn about all the latest opportunities.
What is Unified Sports?
Dedicated to promoting social inclusion through shared sports training and competition experiences, Unified Sports joins people with and without intellectual disabilities on the same team. It was inspired by a simple principle: training together and playing together is a quick path to friendship and understanding.
In Unified Sports, teams are made up of people of similar age and ability, which makes practices more fun and games more challenging and exciting for all. Having sports in common is just one more way that preconceptions and false ideas are swept away. Our opponent is intolerance. Only shoulder-to-shoulder, as teammates together, can we defeat it. Join and take your place alongside the rest of our global game-changers today.
The Lincoln Shooting Stars team offers opportunities for Unified Sports in basketball, bocce, bowling, flag football, golf, soccer, swimming, track, and volleyball. If you are interested in participating as a Unified Partner in any of these sports, we would love to hear from you!
AGES 8+ WELCOME IN ALL SPORTS
Call (402) 441-7901 to register or email Darcia Cole, dcole@lincoln.ne.gov
Lincoln Parks & Recreation sponsors the Lincoln Shooting Stars team with competition in
- Basketball
- Bocce
- Bowling
- Cornhole
- Flag Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Track & Field
- Volleyball
Our team is open to athletes from ages 8 on up, with a Young Athletes program available to younger athletes of all abilities.
A sport and play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities, ages 2-7 years old.
Young Athletes introduces basic sport skills, like running, kicking, and throwing. The program offers families, teachers, caregivers, and people from the community the chance to share the joy of sports with all children.
- January 21 - May 13
- Tuesdays
- 6 - 6:45 PM
- Easterday Recreation Center
Group up with family, friends, and coworkers to have fun with these fall sports.
Contact our Team Sports office at (402) 441-7892 or visit their online registration system at www.teamsideline.com/lincolnne.
Adult Team Sports
Must be 18 years old & out of high school. All Adult Team fees are subject to state sales tax.
SOFTBALL
Teams will play a six & eight game regular season and a double elimination tournament. Games vary in night and location according to league and class.
- Registration Dates: February 10 - March 30
- Fee: Varies by league. Visit our website or call the Athletics Office for additional info.
- Season Dates: Days vary by division. Games begin mid-April
- Divisions:
- Men's: Sundays-Fridays
- Women's: Wednesdays
- COED: Tuesdays, Fridays, Sundays
- Church Men's: Mondays
- Power League: Tuesdays
UMPIRE CLINIC
We are offering a FREE clinic in late March for those interested in umpiring.
For more information, call (402) 441-7892 or e-mail mmanning@lincoln.ne.gov
- Registration Dates: Ongoing
- Fee: FREE
- Season Dates: Trainings in late March/April.
Youth Team Sports
NFL FLAG FOOTBALL
Official 5-on-5 flag program of the National Football League. 10-person teams are assigned a volunteer coach and organized by friend requests and geographic areas. Players receive an official NFL Flag Football jersey. Practices determined by coach. Games held at Lewis Ballfields.
- Registration Dates:
- Regular: January 6 - February 3
- Late: February 4 - 10
- Fees:
- Regular: $95/first child, $90/additional child
- Late: $105/first child, $100/additional child
- Season Dates:
- Divisions:
- K-1, 2-3, 4-5, 6-8
- Days/Times TBD
VOLLEYBALL
Play 4-on-4 spring volleyball in a lowkey, development and instructional environment. Players receive a program shirt. 8-person teams are assigned a volunteer coach and organized by friend requests and geographic areas. Games at Belmont or Calvert Recreation Centers. 6-game season.
- Registration Dates: January 6 - February 10
- Fees: $50/first child, $45/additional child
- Season Dates: March 22 - May 3
- Divisions:
- K-1, 2-3, 4-5
- Games: Saturday AM
TRACK & FIELD MEET
This Nebraska Recreation and Park Association program is a lowkey, grass-roots competition for youth to showcase their skills. Top 4 finishers in 8-yr old and above qualify for the state meet in June! Track shoes or turf shoes with rubber cleats are not permitted. No starting blocks.
- Registration Dates: March. 31 - May 4
- Fees: FREE
- Season Dates: Track Meet: May 17th at Northwest High School
- Divisions:
- Boys/Girls Divisions
- Ages*: 6, 7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-13 yrs *Ages as of 12/31/2025
Field Reservations
ATHLETIC FACILITY RESERVATIONS
As they say, "Practice makes perfect". Lincoln Parks and Recreation provides opportunities for both youth and adults to be part of an organized team sport all year round. Get your friends, neighbors, and coworkers together to play!
Our practice facilities offer various locations where your youth or adult sports team may practice. Reservations for indoor and outdoor facilities may be done online at lincoln.ne.gov/civicrec.
Indoor Courts
INDOOR COURTS
Amenities vary depending on location. View locations, availability, and reserve your practice field or court online.
Basketball
- $40/full court per 55 minutes.
- Locations: Air Park, Belmont, Calvert, Easterday, F Street, Irving
Volleyball
- $40/full court per 55 minutes.
- Locations: Air Park, Belmont, Calvert, Easterday, F Street, Irving
Outdoor Courts
OUTDOOR FIELDS AND COURTS
Amenities vary depending on location.
Baseball/Softball Practice Fields:
Gold Ball Fields
- $26 per hour
- Excellent ball field locations with agri-lime infields and irrigated outfields.
- Maintenance is scheduled at least twice per week.
Silver Ball Fields
- $20 per hour
- Great for both games and practice. These fields also have agri-lime infields.
- Some fields have irrigated outfields and most have maintenance scheduled twice per week during peak use.
Bronze Ball Fields
- $15 per hour
- Good for team practice or a pick-up game. Some of these fields will have agri-lime infields but will not have irrigated outfields. These are scheduled for maintenance once per week during peak use.
- $17 per hour
- Open fields are great for young teams and adults.
- $9 per hour
- These sand courts are an ace for your team to practice their warmer season bumps and spikes.
Now Hiring officials
Get paid $24 per game!
- Youth: Flag Football • Basketball
- Officials must be 16yrs+
- Adult : Basketball • Volleyball • Softball • Kickball
- Officials must be 18yrs+
For more info and to apply: (402) 441-7892 • athletics@lincoln.ne.gov
Highlands Golf Course
- 5501 NW 12th St.
- (402) 441-6081
Holmes Golf Course
- 3701 S. 70th St.
- (402) 441-8960
Mahoney Golf Course
- 7900 Adams St.
- (402) 441-8969
Pioneers Golf Course
- 3403 W. Van Dorn
- (402) 441-8966
Jim Ager Golf Course
- 3761 Normal Blvd.
- (402) 441-8963
To register for programming call Ager Golf Course, 402-441-8963 or email Zac Morley, zmorley@lincoln.ne.gov.
Spring Golf
Spring Golf Camps
SPRING GOLF CAMPS
Five week camps designed to give young golfers a jumpstart to the season. Instruction from PGA Professionals will take kids around the course to brush up on all areas of the game and get them ready for the 2025 season! Camps at Ager.
- Tuesdays, April 8 - May 6
- Thursdays, April 10 - May 8
- 4-5 PM
- Ages 6-14
- $70
Spring Golf League
SPRING GOLF LEAGUE
Five week league for any level of golfer who can complete 9 holes at Ager Golf Course with their own ball. Golfers compete on teams of two for weekly points. Standings are kept with winning teams & individuals winning awards at the end of the season party.
- Saturdays, April 12-May 10
- Tee times starting at 10 AM
- Ages 6-14
- $50
Summer Golf Camps
Registration includes 8 weeks of instruction, prizes, & a Youth Course membership allowing your golfer to play at Jim Ager for only $5.
Itty Bitty Golf Camps (Ages 4-6)
ITTY BITTY GOLF CAMPS (AGES 4-6)
Eight weeks of golf instruction from PGA Professionals designed for youth between the ages of 4 and 6. Instruction features golf and near-golf equipment to keep young athletes engaged and having fun while learning golf. Camps at Ager.
- Mondays
- June 2 - July 21
-
10:30 - 11:30 AM
- Thursdays
- May 29 - July 17
- 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Birdie Golf Camps (Ages 6-12)
BIRDIE GOLF CAMPS (AGES 6-12)
Designed for the beginner golfer. Students will learn all aspects of the game utilizing the practice facilities and golf course. Camps at Ager.
- Mondays
- June 2 - July 21
- 12:30-1:30 PM
- Tuesdays
- May 27 - July 15
- 9-10 AM
- 2:45-3:45 PM
- Wednesdays
- May 28 - July 16
- Girls Only Camp
- 11 AM-NOON
- Thursdays
- Fridays
- May 30 - July 25 (No camp on 7/4)
- 11 AM-NOON
Eagle Golf Camps (Ages 8-14)
EAGLE GOLF CAMPS (AGES 8-14)
Eight weeks of golf instruction from PGA Professionals. Students will receive more in-depth instruction and take all learned to the course in each class. Camps at Ager.
- Mondays
- June 2 - July 21
- 2-3:30 PM
- Tuesdays
- May 27 - July 15
- 10:30 AM-NOON
- Wednesdays
- May 28 - July 16
- 2:30-4 PM
Late Starter Camp (Ages 6-14)
LATE STARTER CAMP (AGES 6-14)
Four week camp for the young athlete who got a late start to the golf season. Very popular among busy multi-sport athletes competing a lot in June. This camp will express junior golfers through the main areas of the game. The program is designed for any level of golfer and taught by PGA Professionals. Camp at Ager.
- Fridays
- July 11 - August 1
- 9-10 AM
Teen Golf Camps (Ages 13-18)
TEEN GOLF CAMPS (AGES 13-18)
Designed for the high school or soon-to-be high school golfer, the Teen Camp meets for eight weeks at Holmes or Mahoney Golf Course. Instruction from our PGA Professional staff will teach each golfer all aspects of the game from swing technique to golf strategy.
- Tuesdays at Mahoney
- May 27 - July 15
- 12:30-2 PM
- Wednesdays at Holmes
- May 28 - July 16
- 12:30-2 PM
Junior Golf Leagues
Summer-long golf leagues for any level of golfer who can complete 9 holes at Ager Golf Course.
Opportunity to play with current and future friends in a two-person team format where golfers compete against each other for points. Team standings are kept and the winning teams and individuals will be awarded prizes at the end of the year party.
Junior Summer Leagues at Ager (Ages 8-14)
JUNIOR SUMMER LEAGUES AT AGER (AGES 8-14)
- Mondays
- June 2 - July 21 (Scramble League)
- 9 AM
- Wednesdays
- Fridays
- May 30 - July 25 (Nothing on 7/4)
- 9 AM
- 10 AM (Girls Only League
Adult/Child League at Ager (Ages 8-14)
ADULT/CHILD LEAGUE AT AGER (AGES 8-14)
Teen League (Ages 13-18)
TEEN LEAGUE (AGES 13-18)
- Thursdays
- Locations rotate course each week and TBA
Intro to League at Ager (Ages 7-14)
INTRO TO LEAGUE AT AGER (AGES 7-14)
- Thursdays
- May 29 - July 17
- NOON-1 PM
Community Forestry Programs
trees.lincoln.ne.gov
We recognize that some citizens like to have options and be involved in determining the future of public trees near their homes. In that spirit, we are providing an option for those who would like to “adopt” an ash tree in the right-of-way by providing ongoing chemical treatment to minimize damage by Emerald Ash Borer.
Learn more about the program and download the permit application at trees.lincoln.ne.gov.
If a property owner wants to have a city tree treated for anything, not just EAB, an "Application for Permit to Treat" is required as directed by Municipal Code 12.20.040.
The Lincoln Parks and Recreation Department offers a cost-share assistance program to property owners in Lincoln who desire to purchase and plant a street tree(s) on the City right-of-way adjacent to their property. The $300 voucher is good toward the purchase and installation of a tree at participating local nurseries. The remaining balance of the cost of the tree and the planting of the tree will be at the homeowner’s expense. Certain conditions and requirements apply to the street tree voucher program.
Call (402) 441-7847, OPT. 0 for more information.
Lincoln's Community Forest
FUNDAMENTAL TO VIBRANT NEIGHBORHOODS
Lincoln has held a Tree City U.S.A. designation for almost 5 decades and we are proud to proclaim our commitment to our thriving urban forest. Our forestry and parks staff are responsible for the City’s trees in public spaces that include parks, golf courses, trails, streets, and medians. Trees are living assets that increase the resiliency and sustainability of our community for generations to come. Forestry and parks staff preserve and grow our community forest by removing damaged or diseased trees, planting new native and diverse species, and maintaining all trees in our public spaces. Not only does our community forest showcase many shades of colors throughout the seasons, it also provides our City with social, environmental and economic benefits for all. Trees lower heating and air conditioning costs, prevent erosion, provide wildlife habitat, reduce storm water runoff, increase property values, and make our neighborhoods more livable.
Doing its part to maintain and preserve our priceless community forest, the Lincoln Parks and Recreation Department’s Community Forestry Section is responsible for all city-owned trees. The Department is also responsible for the planting, pruning and removal of trees on public property, which includes trees in parks, in golf courses, and along our trails.
For service calls regarding public trees, call (402) 441-7847, OPT. 0 or go to UPLNK.lincoln.ne.gov.
LINCOLN LOVES OUR VOLUNTEERS!
Every Spring and Fall Lincoln plants hundreds of trees in our public spaces. If you are looking for a volunteer planting schedule and an opportunity to plant alongside fellow tree stewards, please call (402) 441-7847, OPT. 0.
Are you a member of a Neighborhood Association (NA), Homeowner’s Association (HOA) and have ash street trees?
If yes, contact Adam Klingenberg at aklingenberg@lincoln.ne.gov or (402) 441-8269 for information on City assistance.
Volunteer email for public gardens events is PublicGardensVolunteers@lincoln.ne.gov
GARDEN PROGRAMS
Sunken Gardens 2024 theme is “Enchanted Ocean”.
As visitors wander through the Enchanted Ocean garden, they are invited to leave behind the prairie landscape and immerse themselves in a fantastical world beneath the waves. White, lavender, and shades of blue represent the varying depths of the sea, while pops of yellow, orange, and pink introduce vibrant beaches.
Visit lincoln.ne.gov/sunkengardens for all themes since the 2005 rennovation and previous years designs.
For more information about Sunken Gardens, contact Zac Halley at (402) 326-9045 or zhalley@lincoln.ne.gov.
ROSE BED CLEAN UP - HAMANN ROSE GARDEN
Volunteers are encouraged to participate in a “learn and do” rose garden spring maintenance program, including proper pruning.
- Saturday, April 12
- 9 AM until done
- Sunken Gardens, 27th and Capt'l Blvd
WAKE UP THE BEDS - SUNKEN GARDENS
Volunteers will install the annual flowers at Sunken Gardens. Volunteers are asked to bring a trowel, gloves and clothing appropriate for gardening.
This event is limited to the first 60 volunteers who RSVP.
- Saturday, May 10
- 8:30 AM until done
- Sunken Gardens, 27th and Capt'l Blvd
GARDEN DOCENTS
- Volunteers will meet and greet Garden visitors providing information about the Garden history and learn about the plants in the Gardens plus provide guidance to Garden Patrons.
- June 3 - October
- Training on June 3rd at 8 AM
- Daily
- Flexible hours
GARDEN GAB
- This program helps with the fulfillment of the Master Gardener and Student Community Service Credit requirements through working with the annual and perennial plantings in the Sunken Gardens, Rotary Strolling Gardens or the Hamann Rose Gardens. Learn the different aspects of Horticulture from Professional Garden Staff and then immediately apply them.
- May 13 - October
- Tuesday and Thursdays
- 9:00 AM - Noon
Support the Parks
These annual adoptive areas are great for neighborhood association groups, families, organizations, or corporations who wish to provide care to public spaces and landscape plantings throughout Lincoln. Most areas require approximately 1-2 hours a week throughout the growing season. On-site recognition is provided.
COMMUNITY TREE PLANTINGS
Community tree plantings occur in the spring & fall. Contact us if you would like to organize an event, (402) 441-7847, opt. 0.
SWIM & DIVE TEAMS
Assist the swim or dive team coach with practice, run drills, develop skills, supervise practice. Weekly swim/dive meets also need volunteers. Contact the Aquatics office at 402-441-7960.
SPECIAL OLYMPICS
Lincoln Parks and Recreation’s Lincoln Shooting Stars Special Olympics team practices for competition in 10 sports. Program is open to athletes ages 8 and older. We also offer the Young Athletes Program for ages 2-7.
- Volunteers are needed for coach assistants, Unified Partners, practice assistants and general supervision. Year-round opportunities at various locations. Call (402) 441-7877.
BOARDS & COMMITTEES
Several community members give back to Lincoln by serving on one of the many volunteer advisory groups providing guidance to the Parks and Recreation Department.
Thank you for your guidance and support!
BECOME A NATURE CENTER MEMBER
Friends of Pioneers Park Nature Center memberships start at $25/year. Benefits include special access to Friends programming, gift shop discounts, reciprocal admission to other nature centers nationwide, and supporting a valuable community resource.
Call 402-441-7895 to find out how to symbolically adopt one of the animals who call the Nature Center home.
- Antelope Triangle,
- S. 27th & Capitol Parkway
- Sunken Gardens
- Hamann Rose Garden
- Rotary Strolling Gardens
- Daylily Garden
- Cascade Fountain
- Hazel Abel, 18th & E
- Centennial Mall, 15th & K-R St
- Union Plaza, 21st & P St
- Beal Slough, 60th & Pine Lake Rd
- Bethany Park Beginners Disc Golf Course, 66th & Vine
- Roper East, Fairfield St. & N. 3rd
- Roper West, Groveland St. & N. 8th
- Tierra/Briarhurst Park, S 27th & HWY 2
SKATE PARKS
- Peter Pan Park, N. 32nd & W St
- Tierra/Briarhurst Park, S 27th & HWY 2
There are four dog runs with acres of space for your canine friend to run wild. Pet-friendly drinking fountains are at Mahoney, Roper East, and Stransky. A dog rinse station is at the Stransky location.
OUTDOOR FITNESS PARKS
These parks have special equipment designed for adult exercise.
- Cooper Park, S 6th & D
- Cripple Creek, 48th and Pine Lake Rd
- Lintel Park, N 21st & Holdredge
- Mahoney Park, 60th & Fremont
- McAdams Park, 44th& Y
- Mendoza, 84th & Pine Lake Rd
- Seacrest Park, S 70th & A
- Tierra/Briarhurst Park, S 27th St. & Hwy 2
- Timber Valley Park, 3031 W Peach
- UPCO Park, 40th & Adams
- Woods Park, 33rd & N
Pioneers Park offers a 2.6 mile riding experience with a variety of wide views of park space to shaded forest riding. Horses are not allowed past the arches at the Nature Center on the far west of the park.
Ride through the wooded trails in Wilderness Park. Parking lots at S. 1st St. and S. 14th St. allow horse trailers. Access also from Day Camp, Epworth parking lot, 1st, 14th, and Saltillo trailheads.
- Arbor Lake, North of Interstate 80 along N. 27th street
- Frank Shoemaker Marsh, 10281 N. 27th
- Helmuth Marsh, South of Mill Road & west of 14th Street
- Jack Sinn Memorial Wildlife Management Area, Hwy 77 & Ashland Road
- Lincoln Saline Wetlands Nature Center, East of Lincoln's Capitol Beach Lake
- Little Salt Creek Wildlife Management Area, Southeast of 1st Street and Raymond Road
- Little Salt Creek West Wildlife Management Area, Branched Oak Road between NW12th and 1st streets
- Little Salt Fork Marsh Preserve, 1st and Raymond Road
- Little Salt Springs, NW 12th street and Branched Oak Road
- Marsh Wren, South of Arbor Road and east of North 40th
- Pioneers Park Nature Center Wetlands, 3201 S. Coddington Ave.
- Warner Wetlands, 98th street and Interstate-80
- Whitehead Saline Wetlands, South of Interstate 80 and east of 27th Street
- Zoetis Saline Wetlands, 1st Street and West Cornhusker Highway
Discover the beauty of Nebraska's most unique wetland resource.
Teeming with life and history, Nebraska's Eastern Saline Wetlands offer visitors a number of outdoor activities such as wildlife watching, nature viewing, photography, and short hikes. These saline wetlands represent one of Nebraska's most unique and threatened natural resources.
For more information, visit lincoln.ne.gov/wetlands.