Columbus, Indiana Parks and Recreation Department

Registration is open for our Jr. Lifeguard Class! From June 29 - July 9, kids ages 11-14 will learn what it takes to be a lifeguard and get an inside track on a job. Each camper receives a f***y pack, visor, and whistle. Class will meet even if the pool is closed due to weather.

Learn more and register at https://cbusinparks.com/jr-lifeguard

There's still time to register for Summer Camps! Explore camps for kiddos as young as 2, sign up, and learn more at https://cbusinparks.com/summer-camps

Spots are still available for Donner Aquatic Center Swim Lessons! Classes start June 1, so sign up today! Learn more and view all available classes at https://cbusinparks.com/swim-lessons

Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. 🇺🇸

As a reminder, Parks offices are closed today.

The Commons will be open from 10 am - 6 pm. Offices will be closed.

Par 3 and Greenbelt golf courses will be open.

Circle K Fieldhouse, AEI Fitness Center, Columbus Gymnastics Center, and Hamilton Center will be closed.

It's Water Safety Month, but it's also lake and river season, so let's go over some open-water-related tips!

💧Children, inexperienced swimmers and all boaters should wear properly fitted US Coast Guard approved lifejackets on boats or around open water even if you don’t intend to go in the water.
💧Check for environmental hazards like water depth, underwater hazards, and currents.
💧Understand that different bodies of water present unique risks, such as fast moving river currents under the surface of the water; underwater hazards like riprap, submerged trees and vegetation; dangerously cold-water temperature; and ocean rip currents.

View more tips and learn how to become a Water Safety Ambassador at https://columbusparksandrec.com/water-safety/

Hello friends - the rain is changing some of our planned events this weekend.

Flag football scheduled for tomorrow has been postponed. Your coach has the updated schedule and it’s posted online. https://share.google/tXrNG6C7dMFulXX3z

T-ball and Jr. coach pitch baseball scheduled for tomorrow have been postponed. Your coach has the updated schedule and it’s posted online. https://share.google/tXrNG6C7dMFulXX3z

Movies in the Park scheduled for tomorrow has been rescheduled for May 30th.

Stay safe and dry!

Youth Sports Youth Baseball Cincinnati Reds Winter Camp Ages 6–15 | Dec 19: 8:30am-1:30pm | Jan 2: 1:30pm - 6:30pm| Fee varies | Circle K Fieldhouse at NexusPark

MOVIE IN THE PARK RESCHEDULE: Mill Race is still pretty underwater and even more rain is in the forecast for today and tomorrow. The FREE showing of Wicked For Good has been moved to NEXT Saturday, May 30th. See you then!

Donner Aquatic Center opens THIS Saturday – we can't wait to see you at the pool this summer! A few reminders to make sure your trip to the pool is as fun as possible:

• If you or your child is ill, please do not use the pool.
• Children who are not toilet trained must wear a swim diaper.
• Do not drink pool water.
• Smoking or va**ng is not permitted in the aquatic center or on the concrete area in front of the main entrance.

A full set of pool rules is available at the front desk of Donner Aquatic Center.

May is Water Safety Month, and with Donner Aquatic Center opening soon, let's talk about lifejackets!

Children and inexperienced swimmers should wear properly fitted US Coast Guard approved lifejackets around water. Not all U.S. Coast Guard-approved life jackets perform the same way. Some will rotate a person so they are face up if they become unconscious and some will not, so check the label to be sure it is appropriate for your planned activities and the water conditions you expect to encounter; ensure it fits properly; and test its performance so you are comfortable with how it fits and functions. Infants and younger children should wear a US Coast Guard-approved life jacket with both a collar for head support and a strap between the legs.

View more tips and learn how to become a Water Safety Ambassador at https://columbusparksandrec.com/water-safety/